foodie_starry After…read moreyears of dashing to NYC for delicate desserts, I've found a local treasure right here in Jersey City that's totally Insta-worthy! Z² Bakery, 16 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ 07094. Their 4-inch Matcha Cake was a showstopper at first sight--more beautiful than the pictures! Layers upon layers of soft cake, matcha powder, strawberry jam, crushed Oreos, and matcha cream. Don't let the size fool you; it's tall enough for four to enjoy comfortably. Perfectly sweet, fresh, and just fabulous for a Christmas gathering with its festive colors! And for the pork floss lovers? Their Scallion, Ham, and Seaweed Pork Floss Squares was another delightful discovery. Unlike any other, it features a thicker, super fluffy cake base topped with balanced bits of seaweed, sauce, and ham--utterly moreish and not a bit greasy compared to typical pork floss buns. Z² Bakery is now my go-to for birthdays and get-togethers in NJ--no more trips to NYC necessary! They have a variety of gorgeous cakes that taste as good as they look. Remember to preorder your favorites; they do deliveries and are also available on Hungry Panda delivery service.

Delightful little bakery in the mall with delicious pastries and great place to get breakfast…read more Stopped into this pleasant little spot and it quickly became one of the highlights of the day. The display case is packed with beautiful Italian pastries and breads that look (and taste) straight out of a bakery in Italy. I went with the pistachio croissant. It was fresh, flaky, buttery, and not overly sweet, which I really appreciated. Also got a prosciutto sandwich in ciabatta bread. The bread was a bit tough but I guess that's how ciabatta bread works. It tasted great though!. Everything felt fresh and thoughtfully made. Service was friendly and helpful; the staff happily explained the different filled croissants and options when I asked. Will definitely return next time I'm in American Dream Mall!

This dessert spot is visually stunning - the desserts look like little works of art. Everything is…read morebeautifully presented, elegant, and honestly almost too pretty to eat. There were also a ton of options to choose from, which made it fun just deciding what to try. Unfortunately, the taste didn't quite live up to the presentation. While everything looked amazing, the flavors were pretty mediocre and didn't stand out as much as expected. Overall, it's a great place if you want a pretty dessert experience or cute photos, but not necessarily the best if you're looking for bold, memorable flavors.

2026 update: another year, another stunningly designed cake. Not only was it as perfectly decorated…read moreas last year's, but the taste was perfect. I'm eating leftovers of the cake right now while typing this update. Endless compliments on how beautiful the cake was, and most importantly, the birthday boy was happy!

Hudson Cakery is simply the best! We've ordered many cakes and treats over the years. Everything…read morealways comes out gorgeous like you would see on Pinterest and more importantly they're delicious. It all started during Covid when I wanted something special for my child's first birthday, and now it's become a tradition we look forward to every year. Highly recommend Hudson Cakery for any special occasion -- they never disappoint!

On my first visit to Buenos Aires, I was shocked by the ubiquity of dulce de leche in every single…read moresweet shop and beyond. I have fine memories of walking through the streets of Recoleta and Palermo at night in search of a quality alfajore, or mornings started with a dulce-filled medialuna and a coffee. This very good Argentine bakery took me back to those days, with a delicious chocolate-encased alfajore paired with a cortado and a crispy churro filled with dulce. For a savory bite, the cheese and spinach empanadas were tasty, if a bit salty. They were both baked, as is the typical style within B.A. city limits.

This is the coconut mousse cake with coconut mousse and dulce de leche fillings! It was absolutely…read moredevine and not as experience as i thought. This was the 6inch cake that fed about 6-8 people at my house, and only $26 for how beautiful and flavorful it was. I went the day before father's day and it was a bit busy but nothing crazy. Went in father's day to also get a drink and the line was crazy. Was told, after mass at the church nearby, they are super busy. So i guess foot traffic is a hit-or-miss depending on the time. Workers were nice and fast paced. The place is very modern and cute with adorable displays. Lots of food and bakery options, and drinks from tea-coffee-smoothies and more. Very much worth the money!

I bought their bread from a local grocery. Their sourdough is one of the best that I have had, way…read morebetter than "bread alone", which strangely seems to be making its way more often than this brand (its name is even stranger). I think this place is underrated and it deserves to get a thumb up!

BEST BREAD EVER! I swear by this place! You can't go wrong with any of their homemade breads,…read moreespecially their dinner buns (incredibly tasty and yummy!). Been going to this place for years! I just wish their store hours were longer. But it's a cool little hang for coffee and sandwich, or just coffee with bread and butter! They should open a cafe somewhere else that's not so out of the way. Place is better than Panera! (absolutely!)

Amazing eggplant slice, slower service, quality unmatched. Friendly and helpful staff who make sure…read moreyou're taken care of. Small inside, order ahead!

Holy shmoly, I love this place. I am not usually in this part of town, so I honestly was not sure…read morehow I would be received when I walked through the door. But the staff was incredibly welcoming right from the start, and that alone earns them five stars. You never know what to expect in a new neighborhood, but they set the tone immediately. The vibe of the restaurant is very comfortable. It is the kind of spot you walk into after a long day or a productive day and you just know you are about to eat something good. It feels like a family run place, even if it is not actually run by family. It has that warmth. You can tell it is an important part of the neighborhood. I even noticed pictures of community members on the wall, which says a lot. Now, the food. There is hot food, cold food, and plenty of items you can take home. I ordered a chicken parmesan sandwich, and let me tell you, it was the size of a skinny football. I am not exaggerating. It took me almost a day and a half to finish it. It tasted exceptional, and I actually had to stop myself from eating the whole thing in one sitting so I would not slip into a food coma. One tip, eat it while it is hot. That is when it is at its peak power. My friend agreed with me about the overall vibe and quality. If I am ever in the neighborhood again, I will gladly go out of my way just to try more of their dishes. You do not find spots like this easily. New York City has great food, but a place with this combination of warmth, quality, portion size, and charm is rare. In another city, this could easily be a reservation only spot packed every night. Here, it fits perfectly in the community. Great job to everyone there. Keep up the good work. Cheers.

Been going to this bakery since we moved to this town. Excellent pastries and sweets also savories…read more The only bakery I go to that's in the vicinity. I especially like their cruffins and croissants (almond, chocolate).

This is my favorite bakery in the area. I've been coming here for years. I am not sure what is…read moregoing on lately, but I have now had three bad experiences with my food. The last three times I've ordered. 1st time- I ordered on Uber eats, an egg and cheese sandwich and they sent it brick cold. I'm not sure why whoever was working would think to not warm up the sandwich. Made no sense. 2nd attempt- I ordered the same egg and cheese sandwich and it was drier than cardboard. I've been getting this sandwich for years. I'm not sure if they forgot to put butter on it but the sandwich is typically never dry. Not sure what happened there. 3rd attempt- At store. The new employees seemed frazzled and you need to repeat your order to them about 10 times because they keep forgetting what you just told them one minute ago. I love this place and I'm only giving this review so that it doesn't go downhill. There are a lot of new cafés opening up in the area and I would hate for them to be left in the dust. The owner is very kind and cares about her customers, so I know she will care about this review and do something about it.

This PB is located at a corner of a nice neighborhood. It gives relaxing ambiance. People would…read moreorder some pastries and have some coffee looking outside the big windows. They offer many different pastries, cakes and coffee/tea like other locations. The quality is great. I usually get croissant, soboro and Pain aux Raisins. Never had any issue. The staff are friendly and helpful. Almost no wait at the counter.

I tried their pecan pie which was not too sweet and delicious! Their king cream donuts were also…read morevery good. Their bakery goods tasted much better than central Jersey Paris baquette!