So glad I stopped in. I got the focaccia sandwich with pesto, tomato, and mozzarella, a rainbow…read morecookie, and the lemon poppy olive oil cake. Everything was amazing!! It was one of the best sandwiches I've had in awhile. The desserts were so fresh, moist, and sweetness level was just right. My only regret is that I didn't buy more things to try!

The space is open, bright and charming. People were sitting and enjoying their coffee. I really…read morewanted to enjoy this place based on all the good reviews, but my visit was less than stellar mostly because of the service. The wait staff were busy chatting with customers they knew resulting in a longer wait time at the counter. My latte was just ok but priced reasonably. I tried the lemon poppy seed cake; it was very heavy and thick - I expected a lighter or fluffier slice. The best part about this visit was the space which is bright and open and let a lot of sun in. Not sure I'll stop in here again, given all the wonderful choices in Troy with better coffee and more consistent service.

Awesome selection of cookies, cupcakes, muffins and more…read more We went with three muffins to share and two strawberry cheesecake cupcakes. Everything was great!

OMG! I got a raspberry pie today and it was disgusting. It wasn't a fruit pie. It was like red…read moresugar in a crust. We threw it away. $10 wasted. I also bought an apple turnover. Gross. I have tried different things from there, hoping it was a fluke. Never again.

Today was my first visit to the Troy location. I arrived at 630am and parked directly out front on…read morethe street. There were three staff members behind the counter. One woman helped me pick a 10 Inch vanilla cake from the cooler. I also ordered two cupcakes beautifully decorated with happy birthday pics on top. While she piped a custom message onto the cake another woman helped me pick a pound and a half of assorted cookies. The selection was massive donuts pastries cookies cakes bread the list keeps going. Total order was $56 and my coworkers were very satisfied with the treats.

Still loving this place. You come, you buy, you eat, you smile, you love too. It's just that simple…read moremy friends. Service is always great, answering any questions with a smile. Walk in the door and smell all the goodness. You can't leave here waiting to open that delicately wrapped box of joy.

Delicious vegan cake and even though I was warned twice they couldn't do much design due to…read morefrosting consistency, it was beautiful AND tasty. The cupcakes were not great, though. I ordered both lemon and vanilla and they both tasted the same. Frosting was hard even at room temperature, and tasted like straight butter. Cake made up for it though--very moist.

Absolutely so elated with the outcome of my order. My husband and I got married August 16th, and I…read morewas very set on tiramisu as it's my absolute favorite. They had recommended to me a tiramisu cake instead of a sheet pan traditional tiramisu, and I couldn't have been happier. She was so kind, and knew exactly what I wanted and definitely delivered. The location itself is so cute and open, and very easy to get to. Overall so very grateful to everyone involved, and will definitely be back. (10inch cake pictured)

I'm so sorry to admit that I haven't been here in years! I used to come regularly with my Nonna as…read morea kid. I'm so glad that I decided to visit again! This place is the best of the best! It's cute inside and the service was friendly and informative. They let me know that EVERYTHING, even the puff pastry is made in house!!! Very impressive! I bought a couple glazed donuts to make up for the horrible pastry and donuts that I had this week from elsewhere. I'm so glad I did because they were fresh made and moist and the glaze was still wet! If nothing else they made was good, I would go back just for the glazed donuts! But everything is great so let's keep chatting! I originally decided to drive there to get the cinnamon bread that I remember as a kid. Unfortunately they were sold out. But they did have what they called Easter bread, which is s rich egg loaf, similar to Challah with red and golden raisins in it and the dough is lemon flavored. I bought a loaf of that and brought it home and made epic French toast with it! I highly suggest you do the same! I also tried their spinach pastry and "pizza" pastry, delicious! All the dough here just melts in your mouth without leaving a leathery film on your tongue which means it's real pastry made with butter! I have thus resigned myself to the fact that I will be gaining weight soon due to the frequency in which I plan to keep visiting this place haha!

This place is kind of sad. The baked goods weren't displayed in a remotely appealing way. Cupcakes…read morewere upside down in the displays, pastries were scattered everywhere, half the items weren't even labeled, and at least 50% of the display cases were empty. Everything pretty much tasted bland with not much flavor. The oatmeal raisin cookie, cinnamon bread, and cinnamon sugar donut were just not worth the calories. The cinnamon sugar donuts were the worst as they were incredibly dense and tasted stale. There's street parking and the employees were judgey, but friendly enough.

Cannoli, pastries, cookies, cakes - sooo many options! The prices are not too bad. They also get…read morethe line moving. You can tell the locals love this place. I probably would too if I were local. Anyway, I think it would have been much better if they filled their cannoli upon ordering. If Mike's Pastry and Modern Pastry in Boston can do it, they could too. Still glad we stopped. We got a good variety. Who would have thought raspberry cannoli is good?!

A long-time favorite, Bella Napoli is a true local gem…read more Sandwiches are fantastic, really scratches the itch for a good Italian mix. We love coming for breakfast, which is hot, fast, delicious, and reasonably priced (even these days). Home fries are to die for and their lattes are just as good as fancier spots in the area (and won't break the bank). Of course, you can't go to Bella Napoli without checking out their Italian pastries, cookies, and other baked goods. Our favorites include the turtle cheesecake, chocolate dipped cookies, cannolis and pasticchiotti. Danish, breads, and turnovers are also excellent. The service is always efficient and friendly. Can be tough to score a spot at the counter, but we always feel cozy and at home when we do.

Best bakery in the NY capital region. During my time in Albany, I've been to a lot of bakeries. I…read morecame to Sweet Elevation 3 times in just 2 weeks. I don't remember when I had a more perfect chocolate cupcake, each time I've come here, the quality and service are perfect! Consistency and good service is what I look for. The attention to detail, hospitality, and kindness from Christian, the young man who works there, is exceptional. As I wrote before, the bakery shares the parking lot with the Yemeni coffee shop Shibam next door. The Yemeni coffee is just perfect with Sweet Elevation's treats, so don't miss this spot if you visit next door. I hope they can work out on doing something together. I've gotten hooked on Sweet Elevation's chocolate cupcakes. I'm having one as I write this review (these really are the freshest and best chocolate cupcakes) with some Yemeni coffee from next door - who knew how perfectly they go together. I'm very picky when it comes to cupcakes, and these are so soft, fresh, moist, fluffy, with perfect frosting with the sprinkles! Each time! It's really cute inside the cafe. What I'm most picky about is service, and I'm impressed with Christian, he's a respectful gentleman, knowledgeable, and really helpful with recommendations. Responsible, helpful, paying attention, intelligent. People my age often complain about the younger generation, they should meet Christian, our world's future is bright with young people like this. Good luck whatever you do Christian, and may you continue to shine as you do now always! Amen!

I attended a Baptism Reception on Saturday. My niece ordered…read morecookies in the shape of a cross for the occasion. The beautifully decorated cookies were delicious unlike others we have had that look great BUT taste awful. Hard and flavorless, after one bite, they are tossed aside. These freshly made shortbread cookies "melted" in your mouth. The butter flavor was subtle yet easy to pick out. The texture was firm yet crumbly, and they were moist! Many people wanted to know where they were purchased. I attended a Yelp Elite Event at Sweet Elevation Bakery in Latham recently, so I knew it was an outstanding bakery. I knew that they employ FT decorators/bakers for the cakes and cookies. I also learned that their Custom Cookies are a big seller. Businesses and families order them for special occasions.

I would say the pies are good. Found this in Troy Farmers Market. The bacon egg and cheese warm…read morePie is really good. The crust is thin and with crisp. Something you should try. It's small just too small For the $6 price. But worth the try.

The best French crueler I've ever had, and it's gluten free! The hand pies are to die for, and…read moredon't get me started on the tortes. Just incredible all around. Amazing service as well, very quick and the lady in front was very nice and helpful.

Delicious strawberry cream cake! J and S never disappoints. Every cake of theirs is wonderful!read more

I found this place online trying to find a cake for my boyfriend, I have always been hesitant on…read moreplaces because the few I did go to done a bad job on the cakes and have been rude, but when I got to this place it was clean, the women who bought the cake out was very kind, and at first sight the cake looked amazing, and I was very pleased! Highly recommend this place I didn't exactly know what I wanted and they were so patient on the phone and with giving me many options that I could pick from, it was so nice, they bought what I had in mind to life and I definitely will be coming here for all future cakes !!!