I have been social media stalking The Baker's Grove for a while now. Eventually, enough was enough…read moreand I made that drive to Shrewsbury to check them out. During my first visit, they had a pop up from Mirah's Sweet Shoppe. During my second visit, there was a pop up from J. Bakes. Out the gate, I love that they give other local small businesses an opportunity to shine and generate revenue. If you follow The Baker's Grove on social media, you see that they post pictures of these beautiful pastries and pastry cakes weekly. If that's not enough to get you in your car and over to their bakery, I don't know what is. Not only are the pastries beautiful, they are delicious! They make a coconut cream doughnut that I am currently addicted to. Their key lime tart is delicious. One thing I will say is that if you get anything chocolate of theirs, make sure you're a true chocolate lover. I got a slice of the s'mores tart for myself and a slice of chocolate cake for my mom and one thing we agreed on is that both treats were very, very rich. On top of all this deliciousness, the service is usually friendly and efficient. Even with a line, they get you in and out swiftly. There's not much room to dine in, but it's definitely worth a stop by.

I recently stopped in here after many months of wanting to visit and I was impressed with the…read morealmost sold out display case at close to 1pm on a Saturday afternoon! That spoke volumes to the quality and the success they are having!!! I was hoping to try the chocolate cake but the chocolate cake was actually sold out so I opted for the S'mores tart and the Ube cheesecake. Let's dive into the details: the crust on both of these desserts are delicious and seemingly identical but they shine differently as they pair with the other ingredients in their recipe. The S'mores tart was rich in chocolate, with a toasted marshmallow topping. The cheesecake was big enough to share and also had some beautiful elements such as the toasted coconut, and the creamy whipped topping. Their service was fast and the line moved quickly. I loved the big display window giving a visual to the hard work happening in their kitchen too, a nice personal touch indeed! The location is perfect, there is a private parking lot shared with other surrounding businesses and there's patio seating.

I love this bakery! I will drive out of my way to get my baked goods here because it is so good…read more From the bread to the pastries, everything I have ever tried here is excellent! Rugelach is amazing, and the chocolate cream pie is to die for! And the fact that they are open late every day of the week is a huge bonus! Thank you J&M Bakery -- keep up the great work!

Had to update my review because out of all the times I've been here I finally found something I…read morewasn't pleased with. I got "tiramisu" slices the other day and it was just a vanilla sheet cake with vanilla cream layered and a cocoa powder dusting. I could tell from looking at it in the case that it wasn't lady fingers but I thought atleast the cake might be soaked in espresso. There was indeed no espresso in it and it just tasted like a vanilla cake with cocoa powder. I still stand by thenm and would recommend people to go there, just don't get the "tiramisu"

My bff really needed some pastries and a peanut butter cookie…read more Such nice service and such beautiful treats!! I got to enjoy one of the cookies that looks like a van Gogh ear! Everything was fresh and delicious and very, very beautiful. I'm so grateful to all the hard-working people that take care of us all so well give us a sweet experience in this precious town.

Stopped by for breakfast after a hike around Rocky Point Trail. I had the ham and cheese croissant…read moreand my friends had the almond croissant. They were both phenomenal. I'm a savory fan so the thick salty ham at the center made me happy. The almond croissant had some chocolate and was decadent as well. The interior is so pretty with its pastries and decor. Service was quick and we were able to sit at their tables outside and enjoy our croissants in the nice weather.

June 6 was my birthday, and after celebrating the night before at a lovely restaurant in the city,…read moreI found myself with no plans on my actual birthday. I decided I wanted to treat myself to a little cake. I usually visit a local bakery for cakes, mini desserts, and cannolis. It's generally pretty good, although it can be a bit hit or miss depending on what you order. While searching online for bakeries nearby, this place came up with stellar reviews. I was surprised to see it was only about an 11-minute drive from my house, so I decided to make the trip. The bakery was set up much like a classic neighborhood bakery, with beautiful cakes displayed along one side and cases filled with mini desserts, pastries, cookies, and cannolis. While chatting with the staff, I mentioned the bakery I usually go to. That's when they told me that bakery actually gets its cakes from Normandie. I found that fascinating because I had always assumed every bakery made its own cakes from scratch. Suddenly, a lot made sense. I had originally planned on buying a small birthday cake, but since it was only for two people, I decided to put together an assortment of mini desserts instead. I picked up tiramisu, carrot cake, lemon cake, and several other mini cakes. Every single one was outstanding. Not one dessert missed the mark. The carrot cake was moist, the tiramisu was perfectly balanced, and the lemon cake was absolutely delicious. Everything tasted fresh, high-quality, and thoughtfully made. The minis were slightly smaller than the ones I'm used to buying elsewhere, but honestly, they were the perfect size. Now that I know where those cakes are actually coming from, I'll happily make the extra 11-minute drive and buy directly from the source. This will absolutely be my new go-to bakery for birthdays, special occasions, and hostess gifts. A wonderful birthday discovery that turned into finding my new favorite bakery.

Fantastic classic place with good baked goods and classy staff. Great coffee too and convenient…read morelocation.

You are going to love the Cookienaper! Imagine having your…read moregrandma making fresh cookies for you every day. Can you feel the warmth! The love? It's nostalgic!!! What a cute place! You walk in to see the daily treats in jars on the counter. The lovely lady behind the counter is as sweet as her delicious treats. If you buy 12 you get 1 free. There's a mix of chewy and crunchy choices. And only $1.50 each. Every treat is made with fresh natural ingredients just like you would do it at home but these large cookies and the tasty variety are available for you all day every day. Get to the Cookienapper and eat a bunch. So yummy!!!

Their cookies are all made fresh. The owner really cares about her customers…read more Given COVID, please call ask and request which cookies you'd like and she can make it for you to pick up hours later. I've been living off the chipless cookies which are Chocolate chip cookies without the chocolate chip. Each cookie costs $1

Love this cute local small spot. The vibe is very 90's coffee shop esque. My fiance always gets his…read moreiced french toast latte as its a regular on the menu and is always so so good. This is one of few coffee places I can drink their cold brew with just a little bit of milk and honey-its so so good. It fits in very well with the whole vibe of First Avenue in Atlantic Highlands and is an underrated spot!

Have always loved this coffee shop, and the staff has consistently been amazing, except for my most…read morerecent visit a few days ago. The young woman at the counter, whom I had never seen before, was extremely rude for no apparent reason. I was genuinely taken aback. It's not the best look for a downtown coffee shop, especially when part of its charm is the warm, welcoming, and local experience it typically provides.

Cupcake Magician is an amazing bakery with the sweetest owners. I don't live in the area anymore,…read morebut whenever I'm back home and need a cake to celebrate a birthday, Cupcake Magician is my go-to place. The cakes are always delicious and beautifully decorated. Everyone who eats them always asks where they came from! A lot of times, birthday cakes taste like... well, birthday cakes--you know, the standard yellow cake with overly sweet, artificial-tasting frosting. But not these. These cakes taste homemade, fresh, and made with real love. I also can't wait to try their cupcakes--they look just as amazing! If you're in the Red Bank area, this is the place to go for any celebration or just to enjoy a delicious treat!

The owner couldn't be more charming and friendly…read more So many styles of cuppa cakes! I see coconut so I know what I shall get today! So delicious. Boston cream cuppa cake was also divine! Peanut butter and raspberry cheesecake cupcake is for tonight! Yummy!! Tidy and sweet! I like the photo of Frankie blue eyes Sinatra too!! What a lovely town!!!

Dixie Lee has been one of the best bakeries in this area since I was a boy. David Burke has been my…read morefriend just as long (over 50 years now). Chef Burke helped elevate Dixie Lee and we all get the benefits. Each and every offering is top notch! The use the best ingredients and make everything from scratch. The must haves for me are the jelly donuts and the black and white cookies. The buns rolls and breads cannot be matched. The cookies and cakes are phenomenal. This is a walk up counter place only no tables to snack at but it is always bright clean and welcoming. Long live Dixie Lee!!! Get in there and grab some goodies!

Was in Keansburg today and wanted rolls for our lunch. So I stopped in to the Dixie Lee bakery…read more Always remembered their great products from my time in the burg. I ordered two hard rolls . They looked great. Got home and just now was going to make lunch with them. I have to say so disappointed. I asked for two "hard" rolls and boy did I get them. They were more like day old hard rolls . Instead of being crispy they were rotted it seemed. Completely fell apart, crumbled at touch . No crunch or crispiness and my fingers pushed thru the outside surfaces like going into cardboard. Crumbled and felt so stale under these circumstances had to be at the minimum day old left out dried up rolls. I had heard they went down a bit down the "old" Dixie Lee, but this was embarrassing. Sorry David Burke, I expected so much more from you... I learned my lesson today.. off to J&M where I should have gone to begin with. And it's a shame. 3 yrs ago I was a fan. Not any more...

Pros: I loved the open view kitchen into the seating area…read moredesign. It makes the experience personable not to mention you can see how organized and clean the kitchen is. I received friendly and lighthearted service from the man who took my order. One thing that I thought was pretty cool and have never seen before was a "color wheel" for coffee. It was a visual way to show your preferences on what your preferences are on coffee appearance once the milk is added. My chicken salad sandwich was delicious, not too filling and made on very soft enjoyable bread. Room for improvement: Maybe because I stopped in at 1 pm on a Wednesday I felt like the seating area was poorly maintained. The floor really needed to be swept so it actually felt like of dirty sitting there eatting. There were a handful of people spread out with their laptops etc. One person was actively taking a call so it felt like you at work with them. Another had a small dog that she was carrying around people eatting while the leash/harness laid on the floor near her table. I'm all for dogs being allowed to be in eateries but the whole sit in experience felt dirty for me (especially based on the price I paid) and wouldn't be something I'd repeat. Long story short, the customer service while ordering is great but take your order to go.

As soon as i walked in I gasped. They have a full kitchen, several baked goods, coffee and so much…read moremore. The barista was awesome, attentive, funny, and kind. I got an everything bagel toasted with scallion cream cheese, and it was absolutely amazing. The bagel was nicely toasted and crunchy on the outside and nice and soft on the inside. Their food menu looked amazing. The ambiance was very upscale & cozy. I can't wait to go back and try more! They also had some free baked goods as well.

Truly the best cake I have ever had. Allie made my son's baptism cake and it was absolutely…read moredelicious, all of my guests were raving about it! I will definitely be using Allie for figure cakes.

I'm in Florida and wanted a cake delivered to my daughter in Rumson, NJ. I called 4 different…read morebakeries near Rumson, all offering "quick service and delivery". I only heard back from Allie Bakes Cakes. She was communicative, helpful and delivered on time. Her cake, according to my daughter, was beautiful AND delicious! I'm so happy to have a great, reliable source for wonderful baked goods. I'm still waiting for my calls and emails to be returned by the other bakeries. I recommend Allie Bakes Cakes without reservation. Ginny Eby