Strack &amp; Van Til - Hammond

GREAT EXPERIENCE! DELICIOUS CONCHAS!…read more When my usual bakery changed its hours, I found myself searching for a new spot at 5AM, and I'm so glad I came across Santa Maria Bakery! I took a chance, and it absolutely paid off. The conchas (and other treats) were incredible. Everything was fresh and exactly what I needed for my work event. The service was accommodating, friendly, and efficient, which made what could have been a crazy morning better. This is officially my new go-to bakery. I'm already looking forward to trying more of their pastries and the coffee shop next time. Highly recommend!

By seeing the exterior of this spot, I felt I had to try it. That's exactly what I did…read more My significant other and I walked inside. It wasn't too big, but there certainly was a variety of items. I grabbed tongs and a tray by the entrance. I ended up getting a Pineapple pastry. It had a slightly hard surface. I also got a Vainilla pastry. That one had a soft surface and scattered colors on it. I was excited to get home and try the items. I almost wanted to slam them down during the drive home, but I ended up being patient and waiting. The Pineapple pastry was pretty good, but I think it would have been better with more filling. The Vainilla pastry was soft and flavorful. I enjoyed it more than the Pineapple pastry. The service was good. The employee checked me out fast. Overall, it was a cool spot to try out. I might go again if I'm in the area. Date of visit: 03-Dec-2024

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Oh My God Pastries

4.9(17 reviews)

3.4 mi

The parking was easy and the staff were all very efficient and friendly. The establishment is very…read moreclean and cute inside. Prices were very fair. We ordered a coffee cake type item to bring to a get together and a small box of cookies that we picked out ourselves. We enjoyed everything we ordered. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

Always great pastry!! If you're looking for great traditional French pastry, this is the place…read more Local and Delish !!

Huge selection of cookies

Tons of choices

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Fr the outside

Tasty Treats Bakery

4.8(4 reviews)

0.8 mi

Hard to locate while on Indianapolis blvd. Cupcakes only. Wide variety. Had about a dozen choices…read more I chose the red velvet and the chocolate cheesecake. Red velvet was very light, nice flavor but slightly dry. The chocolate cheesecake was moist, fluffy and excellent. I did not taste any cheesecake flavor however. Both had a light buttercreme frosting. Didn't seem to be cheesecake frosting. Service was excellent. Girl was very pleasant and price was fair. $2.50 a cake. Nice little shop.

The best cupcakes I ever had in my entire life! :D It is beyond words delicious. So many great…read moreoptions everyday. They open from 10am till 4pm. But sometimes close by 1pm and usually let their customers know through their Facebook page. I definitely recommend giving this place a shot. They also do cakes on order and are super yum. You can check out and get more info from their FB page: https://www.facebook.com/TastyTreatBakery

Delicious cake from Tasty Treats

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Chocolate Cheesecake for only $20. Completely worth every penny.

Calumet Bakery

3.4(282 reviews)

5.2 mi

I was on a quest for something sweet again. The exterior looked inviting and I was ready to give…read morethis place a try. My significant other and I walked inside. There was a sign that stated PLEASE Take A Number. Our Number was H38. I browsed around to see what was offered. We were called on and then we went to the counter to order. I put our Number in the Old tickets Here! bucket. In the FROM THE COOLER section, Assorted Cake Slices Chocolate Covered were $4.25. I got one of those. We sat down at a table for a moment to relax. That was a nice feature they had. After I got home, I tried it out. The first bite was okay. It seemed dry to me. After the second bite, I was bored. It lacked flavor. I wasn't impressed. The service was decent. I didn't have an issue with it. Overall, I had an alright experience here. I wouldn't be in a rush to go again. Date of visit: 08/13/25

I ordered cake for bakery for my daughter's going away party to the navy. The ordering was very…read moreeasy. I sent them an email with all the information and I was able to place the order and pay online once I receive the cake for the event. it was absolutely delicious. The cake was fresh and strawberries were fresh as well. Will definitely be back.

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Cakes by Karen

4.2(86 reviews)

2.3 mi

The cake that was made was absolutely delicious. They went out of their way to make sure we were…read morehappy and the timeline for the wedding. Absolutely amazing! I would recommend Cakes by Karen for any occasion.

This is my first time getting my birthday cake from this establishment. I ordered a dairy free…read moreyellow raspberry cake. Placing the order was easy and accommodating. They did let me know that the icing will taste different cause it is dairy free and I have a choice to do lactose free whipped cream or vegan cream. They had an assortment of options I was surprised by that. I told them I wanted my cake to be purple and decorated with cute flowers. They said they can only do white frosting and purple flowers. Usually places will fulfill your request but I guess they want their cakes to taste like actual whipped cream and not like food coloring. The flavor of my cake was pretty good pretty fresh. The raspberry filling flavoring was a bit too much for me I was expecting a smaller than a layer. I wish I would've said something. The decoration of the cake was not the best at all but the taste of it makes up for it. So if you're looking for a beautifully decorated cake definitely send them a picture for reference. If not let my cake be a testament to what they do when they freestyle. All in all I will come back again to try some of their other desserts.

Lemon & raspberry mousse cake

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La Central Bakery

4.3(7 reviews)

2.8 mi

BEEN GOING HERE SINCE I WAS JUS A BABBYY…read more THEY MADE MY BIRTHDAY CAKES GROWING UP AND ALWAYS MADE THE BEST PASTRIES AND BASED GOODS. NOT BIASED AT ALL BUT IM SAYIN IM FOREVER A CUSTOMER. The people who check you out are always the kindest. I got to know how hard working the employees and manager are and the place is usually very quiet since everyone respects its quiet atmosphere, of course there would be traditional music playing occasionally but it usually set low!!

Always fresh and amazing, love the bolias with cheese and jalapeño!!! Best in town. It's a must…read moretry!

Their tres leches is the best I've had in NW Indiana/Chicagoland area! Only $2 a slice!

People buy trays! Get there early before they sell out.

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Pastel de tres leches $20

Cal City Bakery

3.5(45 reviews)

4.1 mi

TOO MUCH FROSTING seems a 10 inch cake was made into a 12…read moreinch with frosting. Tasted great and was a beautiful cake.

Cheesecake inside it tastes good. The cake looks pretty. I…read morewish it tasted more like strawberry. Im not sure what the crunch is made of. It tastes like crumbled up cake cones and lakes flavor.

Carrot Cake - Cream cheese frosting with Easter decorations.

The uneven horrible $300 cake from Calcity bakery!! They blamed this on the customer SMDH

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Easter Lamb Cake - Chocolate cake option with chocolate mousse frosting option.

Almira's Pastry & Wedding Cake Shop

4.1(14 reviews)

0.0 mi

I always love ordering cakes and cupcakes from Almira's. The cakes are reasonably priced, and that…read morebuttercream frosting is simply delightful. They also have fresh-baked bread, rolls, and daily specials that are truly delicious. I'm happy to keep supporting this wonderful business. The staff are always friendly and courteous, making every visit a pleasure.

Their baked goods are outstanding! Always fresh. Their employees are great as well!read more

Beautiful, moist, and most importantly delicious Birthday cake!

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Butterfingers

3.7(60 reviews)

2.9 mi

The cookies from Butterfingers bakery are a seasonal highlight. I volunteer with an organization…read morethat hosts a holiday appreciation open-house each year featuring THE BEST cookie platter from this family-run bakery. From traditional Christmas cookies to new twists on the classics (sugar cookie with crushed peppermint pieces) these cookies are not overly sweet, crisp, and delectably melt-in-the mouth with the perfect proportion of textured-add ins. I have even been known to take a couple in a plastic bag to savor later. In the last few years, cookie chains have sprung up, bringing with them cult followings for their elaborate, often hubcap-sized tricked out confections and rotating flavors. Against this backdrop, Butterfingers stays true to the classics, turning out quality products, year after year, that stir nostalgia and evoke positive emotions, much like you-know-who's madeleines. (Sorry...I swore I could make it through a cookie discussion without mentioning Proust, but I couldn't.)

I tried the vanilla buttercream cupcakes and both were just ok. The frosting tasted like cream…read morecheese frosting, it tasted nothing like buttercream at all. I actually hate cream cheese frosting, so I did not like it. I was kind of bummed out. Especially for $4.50 a cupcake The ham salad was good. The lady working was friendly and helpful.

M&M Chocolate chip cookies

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Banana cupcake and butterscotch cookie with marble cupcake and peanut butter chunk cookie in background

Munster Donut

4.4(264 reviews)

3.0 mi

Absolutely love this place. Fresh donuts are hard to find. so many places dont make them in house…read moreanymore. or they are overly saturated with sugar. these are the goldy locks donuts. not too sweet. just right. and the dough is so flakey and delicious. I wish they were open 24 hours but hey i get it.

Not a fancy not pretentious. Just down to earth good donuts. Conveniently located on Calumet Ave…read morewith free parking, Munster Donut is an easy stop. The donuts are fresh and tasty, well decorated and enough varieties for most palates. Prices are reasonable.