50 Best Bakeries near East Hartford

“Hello All. I was on a mission. My wife had a taste for a pound cake, but not just any pound cake. She wanted a pound cake that tasted like her mom used to make. Well, it took some time to scan the internet and read some of the comments at other bakeries and I found myself very disappointed. As I was about to give up, I found Perfect Poundcakes. I read the comments from their customers and I thought I would give them a try. I placed my order online. When I picked up my poundcake I was greeted by a friendly staff that took extreme pride in their product. When I arrived home, my wife instantly recognized the aroma that brought her back to some wonderful memories of her mom. Going forward Perfect Poundcakes will be a part of our family events. Thank you so much and keep up the great work!“

“Will definitely use for any get togethers when I need to bring something - I generally get from Big Y (at a very decent price!). But am SOOO interested in some of the other varieties including another customer who suggested Strawberry Creme Pie and now I want one too! Saw a Boston Creme in the photos - I'm in pie heaven. LOVE the pies I've had already! (tried Lemon Meringue, Peanut Butter and I think the first I had was a chocolate creme?)“

“This Restaurant is so cozy and warm,the food is made fresh on the spot.you can't go wrong when coming to this restaurant,the people are so respectful and mild mannered.happy atmosphere.just perfect.❤️??

Wheelchair accessibility: Any person who is on a wheelchair can easily enter the restaurant and sit at any table.youll love it.“

“good big slices for 3 bucks and up cant go wrong. really good pizza.“

“Prompt courteous service. Very friendly and professional. The food was right in oar with the highest rated Jamaican restaurants in ct. The coco bread was a little flat and the beef patties could've used a little bit more filling but all in all well worth the cost.“

“This place is a gem! You don’t need to be vegetarian to LOVE the food here. I am soooo glad I discovered it.“

“The food is phenomenal, cooked to order. tge staff is always welcoming. Their fresh juices are amazing. outdoor seating for warmer days. I highly recommend“

“The service is incredible, Madison helped me understand all the allergies and recommended some cookies for me to try, while doing all of this it looked like she was alone but didn't rush me and let me take the time I needed. After I ordered and she went to get my cookies it looked like she was doing everything behind the counter at once and it looked fantastic. Will come back again“

“AMAZING. I saw a cake BBC made for a friend’s party, and it was so incredible and so delicious that I ordered the cake for my husband’s toga-themed birthday party from here. When the owner asked what I wanted, I told her to use her own creation, and I’m so glad I did. The cake was a true masterpiece with fig leaves, columns, frosting made to look like stone, and she even put his name on a plaque. It was a feast for the eyes, and all of our guests oohed and ahhed when they saw it. And it was DELICIOUS. I never saw a cake get devoured so quickly. There wasn’t a crumb left. This place will be our go-to for all of our occasions from now on. Simply amazing.“

“Bought some bread at the Coventry Farmer’s Market today and had it with dinner - it was DELICIOUS!“

“Excellent food and coffee this morning! Quality baked goods, quiche & a take home dish. Great service and quite cozy atmosphere.“

“Our vendor for our wedding uses Modern Pastry for their wedding cakes. the tasting was so easy and great. we went with chocolate cake chocolate mousse. Our cake was phenomenal!! not only was it gorgeous and EXACTLY as we wanted..it was so delicious. the process was super easy and painless which is what every bride needs...everyone was extremely friendly. thank you so much!!!! highly recommended!!!“

“We had a wonderful experience with Chimirri’s for my daughter’s birthday cake! Lorena was outstanding—her communication was clear, warm, and helpful throughout the process. This was my first time ordering a custom cake, and she was so patient and informative, guiding me every step of the way and making me feel completely at ease. I had created an inspiration image using ChatGPT and asked if she could make a cake that looked similar. Not only did she recreate it perfectly, but the final cake looked even better than the image I shared! It was truly stunning and exceeded all expectations. On top of being absolutely beautiful, the cake was delicious! I will definitely be using Chimirri’s again for future special events and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional quality, artistry, and service.“

“U must try it !! Great food great vibe !!“

“Discovered this breakfast place w my friend @joesanchez - food was great and ambience was quaint.“

“Ok y'all let me tell yall about the Soft Moist cakes. Every last one is delicious The Strawberry Celebration cake was tasty. I'm a big critic when it comes to Red Velvet because it's my favorite cake, this one was amazing from the soft cake to the cream cheese frosting that was light and melted in my mouth 🤤 with each bite. NOW the Chocolate Caramel Delux. This the one that will make all your sadness go away, that time of the month seem like it's nothing and will cure you chocolate craving for what ever reason.. order y'all a cake for yourselves Sienna Cakery“

“Ari and her crew put together an amazing today after wedding brunch for 80! Bagels, spreads, salads, pasta! Everyone loved it and all the leftovers went home with friends and family. Thanks!“

“Amazing bakery! Ordered a smash cake for my little ones first birthday party. Cake was bigger than expected and the taste was amazing. The decorations matched the theme perfectly! Looking forward to ordering more in the future for our events!“

“(Note: This review is for the Albany Ave. location) This won't be a popular review. For decades my family would frequent Scott's Bakery. We loved everything that they offered (hardo bread, beef patty, coco bread, plantain tart and so on). When I said we liked EVERYTHING, I mean it. Everything was on point!! Yesterday was my first time (and last time) going into Scott's in about a decade plus. It is clear that management has changed (if not management, something has gone horribly wrong). The shell of the patty was beyond thick and there was little meat in it. The coco bread was beyond disgusting! It was a flavorless clump of undercooked dough. You know how coco bread is supposed to taste. It didn't taste like that at all. It seems as though they've cut corners on their peanut punch which had a gell-like texture. The BEST part of everything that I purchased was the Cola Champagne. As long as they continue to use the same distributor they can't mess that up. Maybe they had a bad day. I won't be spending money to find out.“

“I’m visiting Hartford after almost 20 years. This place is the first I wanted to see. The best croissants in this hemisphere are here. The place hasn’t changed it’s still as quaint and wonderful as always. The croissants are a piece of heaven.“

“This is a wonderful Bakery! I did a chocolate cake for my Parents, and the cake was absolutely beautiful as well as delicious! 😊 We go here a couple times a year and it never disappoints!“

“Annie was very friendly and patient, happy to explain any questions I had. She helped me choose a size and design, and was knowledgeable in all things cake! I really appreciated her patience and follow through. She made sure to write out the full request and triple check! Before beginning the cake. It was delicious!!! I got three different flavors, all were perfectly moist and flavorful! My guests enjoyed the cake as well, and our birthday girl thought it was beautiful (it totally was!) Thank you so much Annie!“

“The Donut Station has the best donuts and coffee, iced or hot, in town! (and the surrounding areas)The breakfast sandwiches are delicious, the staff are all super friendly, the service is quick and efficient and the shop is always clean. I give then a 10 out of 10! Well done Donut Station, well done!“

“Patty Cakes Bakery is such a lovely local spot! The bakery has a cozy, welcoming feel, and there’s always a great selection of fresh baked goods to choose from. Everything I’ve tried has been delicious, whether it’s pastries, a sweet treat, or something nicely packaged as a gift. The staff is friendly and helpful too. Definitely one of my favorite places to stop by in Glastonbury!“

“I love all of their items but we ordered our first cake there (chocolate PB). Outstanding.“

“Really enjoyed the donuts here! The cinnamon sugar donuts were fresh, soft, and perfectly sweet. The prices are very reasonable, and the staff at the counter were friendly and welcoming. Definitely worth stopping by, especially if you can get there early before they sell out!“

“its fresh it's so French and it's not starbucks. I love it God bless them“

“I have been going to Taste By Spellbound for years and followed them from Buckland Hills to the now South Windsor location. I have never been disappointed, the coffee is the best in the world, (and I've traveled the world) and the whiskey bars are to die for. I always buy them up whenever I'm lucky enough to get them. The staff is always incredibly polite and helpful and always makes me feel welcome. Everything from the employees to the pastries to the environment as a whole is one of a kind. I have sent many friends and clients to Taste by Spellbound over the years and everyone that I sent there has high praise. I love this place and look forward to visiting every week. I'd give this place and the employees a straight 10 if I could. Great job, all.“

“Excellent breakfast sandwiches and pastries. Love this spot.“

“I ordered a pull apart bridal cupcake dress and cookies for my daughter’s bridal shower. The cupcakes were made in 4 different flavors that were moist, a good size, and delicious! Some cupcakes were decorated as blue flowers to surround the dress. It was a beautiful presentation. The cookies shaped and decorated as a bridal dress, an engagement ring and a Miss to Mrs plaque were the best! I recommend this bakery for any of your sweet desires. The staff was very easy to work with.“

“at home pizza crust. yummm!!“

“Ordered a very last minute sheet cake for a class reunion last weekend and The Kakery provided a beautiful and delicious cake. Everyone loved it!! Thank you so very much for taking my order with such short notice. Kudos to you!!!“

“Tried this eatery for the first time and enjoyed it very much. Tasty food and comfortable ambience. One huge negative is the loud, raucous “music.” Detracts greatly from the experience.“

“I just purchased cannoli for my son ! I had to call and thank to nice young lady who filled with delicious creamy ricotta cheese very generously and beautifully . Thank you so much“

“and excellent service from my friend Miranda“

“vietmanse sandwich yummy thank you“

“Atendimento bom, ambiente agradável, cardápio variado e os bolos recheados são maravilhosos! Super recomendo!“

“Amazing quick stop and a time warp to the old school Whole Donut !!! Great breakfast sandwiches, bagels and especially the old heavy as a brick Whole Donuts still live on at King Donut Shop. I'm still not sure how dunkin won the donut wars with their crap but it's great to see you can still get the good stuff here lol. The owner is consistently friendly and service is quick. Give them a shot, you won't regret it I promise !!“

“Our favorite coffee place in the area!“

“The Portuguese Sweet Buns from Abrantes Bakery & Pastry Shop (purchased at Cherry Valley Supermarket in Waterbury) are excellent: a lightly sweetened authentic flavor, moist, and the right amount of raisins. I am penalizing them 1 star because they use bromated flour (potassium bromate), although as an occasional treat, I think it's probably fine.“

“RainJena is hands down my favorite coffee and macaroons destination. They never disappoint with service, quality of food, friendliness, and overall atmosphere! A must visit for any dessert or coffee lover!“

“You need to go back to making your pizzas and keeping them replenished the way it use to be. The new way of serving yourself is for the birds. You never have a variety and everyone’s hands are all over the utensils, disgusting! The single pizza boxes are flimsy. Everyone at that counter is always complaining about it.“

“I love supporting local businesses and this place is a gem! Not only is the staff so nice but the quality of the bread is amazing! I will come back time and time again! And their breakfast sandwiches 10 out of 10! Can’t wait to try more of their items I highly recommend!!“

“Excellent treats and such fun decor“

“Destiny was a savior! My family and I were craving some biscoff cookies, and we were able to eat them fresh out the oven! It was heavenly. Special shoutout to Destiny for her wonderful and warm customer service. I didn’t feel rushed selecting my flavors and she was very helpful and kind. I came thinking I’ll get three Biscoff cookies but her service made me walk out with a box!“

“Poppy seed roll was excellent, just like my mom made.“

“It feels like being home. Cozy and welcoming. The coffee and food is out of this world delicious.“

“Right in my neighborhood. Cordial treatment and pleasant atmosphere. The “El Isabelino” sandwich was excellent, tasty and at a good price. The delicious Boricua-style coffee with milk, along with a guava cake, divine. At the next one, I order the sandwiches, cupcakes and sweets to pick them up and take them to the family. Isabela Bakery and Isabelinos, welcome to Maple Avenue in Hartford, CT.“

“(Note: This review is for the Albany Ave. location) This won't be a popular review. For decades my family would frequent Scott's Bakery. We loved everything that they offered (hardo bread, beef patty, coco bread, plantain tart and so on). When I said we liked EVERYTHING, I mean it. Everything was on point!! Yesterday was my first time (and last time) going into Scott's in about a decade plus. It is clear that management has changed (if not management, something has gone horribly wrong). The shell of the patty was beyond thick and there was little meat in it. The coco bread was beyond disgusting! It was a flavorless clump of undercooked dough. You know how coco bread is supposed to taste. It didn't taste like that at all. It seems as though they've cut corners on their peanut punch which had a gell-like texture. The BEST part of everything that I purchased was the Cola Champagne. As long as they continue to use the same distributor they can't mess that up. Maybe they had a bad day. I won't be spending money to find out.“