50 Best Bakeries in Boston

“It's always a treat. The best sandwiches, and for only a few dollars more than McDonald's. How is that even possible?

Parking: There are many parking garages in the area, but I always take the train.

Kid-friendliness: Kids seem to enjoy it.

Wheelchair accessibility: It's right on street level.“

“Nice pastry’s and good location“

“Incredibly busy for breakfast. It was hard to find a seat. Pastries were really good. I had a breakfast croissant and it was good, but ordered the egg over easy and it wasn't runny, and the croissant was over toasted for me on the ends.“

“Went today with my girlfriend, we had the most amazing baklava and Turkish coffee/matcha latte. The owner is the friendliest man you can find in Boston. Delicious coffee and pastries aside, I would visit this place simply for the hospitality; it was an outstanding experience.“

“Good bakery. It was packed but they had some really nice looking and tasting desserts. I got some tarts (not the egg tart but another one) and a couple mousse cakes (mango and lychee). The lychee was a bit bland, but the tart and the mango mousse cakes were excellent.We saw someone purchase some bread that looked like melon pan, and we returned later to buy some, but they were already sold out, so we will most definitely be back to try those.“

“I wish Bova's Bakery are coming in Oroville, California“

“I had a bagel and lox and tried all the babkas! It was all super fresh and delicious! I recommend this place 1000%“

“Had a Rocky Road cookie, and it was amazing. The staff here is wonderful, and very friendly. I can’t wait to bring my friends here.“

“Delicious! 10/10 recommend!“

“I visited the Boston Public Market, which was bustling with activity. I chose a BLT on an everything bagel and added scallion chive cream cheese, which was fantastic—definitely worth trying. The bagel had a perfect combination of chewiness and crispiness, enhancing the overall experience.“

“The staff here are amazing. They know my name and order. They even have the “Hank Special” which is my half hot chocolate and half coffee topped with whipped cream. Love you guys.“

“Sally's Sandwiches inside are fantastic. Tasty Breakfast Sandwiches.
The Fried Chicken sandwich w/ hot honey (+/or spicy aioli) is addictive. Get it earlier in the day..fresher.
Many creative donuts, made with brioche dough. I prefer the old fashioned cake donuts there myself.
Seasonal baked goods as well. I.e Challah breads sold in season..So Good!
There are salads and coffee of course.
Everything is good.
$1-$10, $10-$20
There's also a rewards Club. Go to blackbird donuts website.
Earn $$ towards future purchases. Definitely worth it“

“The breakfast pizza was good, not as good as the ham and cheese pastry I've had on other Flour visits. And the take out was a bit on the slow side for a drip coffee and a warmed up pastry. This location also seemed too small for how busy they are.“

“Always incredible baked goods and sandwiches! Every time I'm working in the city I have to stop and get a croissant and latte! Their cookies and breads are the best around and I love their selection of iced teas, and their carrot and hummus sandwich is a delicious, lighter and vegetarian option

Vegetarian options: Plenty of baked goods and veggie sandwich options

Dietary restrictions: Oatmilk and other non-dairy milks for coffees etc

Kid-friendliness: Great and cute cookies for kids!“

“I was not prepared for how good a popover sandwich would be. Even at closing time, the food was extremely fresh and delicious! I need to come back and try more things on the menu.“

“By far one of the best cakes I've had.

Fresh or canned fruit are delicious options they have. It's an angel food cake with a airy light frosting not too sweet. The fruit itself is the sweetness.

They are very kind and kept my order in the fridge until my Lyft came.“

“My niece is an amazing baker and using her downtime during this to do something for everyone“

“I love this bakery so much it is my go to bakery whenever I’m in town. We went here for our Thanksgiving desserts. The only thing I don’t like about Mike’s Pastry is how the doors are open to where it was as wide as an open garage door. But I love this restaurant and I totally recommend it! ??

Kid-friendliness: This place is so kind and DELISH that everybody can enjoy even little ones! ???

Wheelchair accessibility: This place is so wide and open so you can walk in without having to open any doors. It is big and welcome to all!“

“The food is always amazing whether it’s a scone or the roast beef sandwich. The staff is the best too.“

“Best croissants! Fairly regular customer and have catered a few times. Always a hit.“

“Wonderful carrot cake and midnight chocolate cake purchased by our daughter for our birthday celebration.“

“Still as good as ever. Stopped by after a show in Boston and they had loads of delicious buns to pick from at amazing prices. After a decade and a half, they're still my favorite place in Chinatown to go.“

“We got the muffuletta sandwich and it was SPECTACULAR! It was a new sandwich for us…the bread was perfectly paired to the style of sandwich and fresh. The meats and cheese were delicious and the olive garnish and herbs enhanced this unique taste experience. We took the sandwich to go but the restaurant was clean and relaxed atmosphere. Friendly and fast service.“

“I wasn’t a big fan of the figs, but the custard was phenomenal, and I will absolutely be heading back for the guava and cheese croissants. And I never would have thought to put caramel in a croissant, but it was just so tasty!!! The coconut was the thing that really brought the guava and the cheese together. Again, I never would’ve thought to put coconut on it but wow that was so delicious.“

“The normal place I used to order was at the corner near the Chinatown Gate. I used to love spending my weekend mornings grabbing some pastries for breakfast and sitting at the park by the gate and enjoy the morning. Well, yesterday I found my normal place closed and replaced by something else. I walked by this place in my search for a new bakery. I'm so glad I found this place. It's essentially like the other bakery and has all my favorite pastries and more. I got very good service, but you have to understand it's very different than what people are used to. I've never been able to find banh bo as good as you can find in Chinatown. The banh bo at this place doesn't disappoint Spent about 30 dollars and got a full box of pastries for home. Still enjoying them with the family.“

“dan tat were so good, fresh and light and fluffy! been years since I had those, made me very happy.“

“Why so much plastic?
Even if you stay at "Sorelle" to eat and drink: plastic rulez!
I don't think that's "sustainable".

There ARE porcelain mugs...but you have to SPECIFICALLY request them.

The coffee itself? Fab!
The toasts and the sandwishes: too!!“

“Best freshly made macaroons you'll find in Boston! Period. I'm addicted“

“Definitely tasty, the bakery here is excellent and has some dishes that other bakeries in the area do not. Typical Taiwanese bakeries, the sugar is a little lower so it tastes better and they have a pretty good bubble tea too. They do take credit card over $10. The taro buns and the moon pastries are excellent. They have a mochi pork floss bun that is excellent as well.“

“I came to run a marathon, and because of the seven o'clock time difference, I was able to drink soy milk, eat fried dough sticks, and the pickled tea eggs were so delicious! The price is super cheap! I saw the men next to me eating the same thing, and after asking, I found out that the chicken wings were made by the lady boss herself. The lady boss was also very enthusiastic and insisted on giving me one. I was so embarrassed that I hurried away haha?“

“This spot has some solid, delicious, unique, and well-curated sandwiches. The taj mahal sandwich has some of the best egg salad fillings I've ever tasted and the turkey town pressed panini was perfectly toasted —yet soft, and very flavorful.

I'm not much of a coffee person but my partner is a coffee snob and thought that their brown sugar latte was delicious, which is not to be taken lightly from her. We'll definitely come back when we're in the area to try more slapping sandwiches (and coffee for her).“

“A great spot to sit and chat while enjoying good ice cream—my favorite is the birthday cake flavor, as you can see in the picture hehe. It’s comforting to know the food is made with quality ingredients.

The cookie is delicious, and the ice cream cake is the best! I’m definitely having it again for my next birthday.“

“Delicious food. Unfortunately, you cannot sit and eat at this location.

Wheelchair accessibility: This place is not wheelchair friendly, however I saw that there was a button at the top of the stairs in case you are disabled“

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“Title: Sweet Treats, But Where's the Smile?Northern End Bakery at Quincy Market satisfied my sweet tooth with a delicious strawberry tart and a perfectly brewed latte, making it a delightful stop after my seafood lunch. While the pastry and coffee were spot-on, the service needed the personal touch I hoped for. The mechanical demeanor of the staff, without a simple smile or greeting, made the experience feel less welcoming. A little friendliness would go a long way, especially for us tourists visiting from NY!“

“Their fried egg halloumi breakfast sandwich literally saved me as I had just finished a difficult run and food had never tasted so good. A perfect combination of flavors where every bite was 10/10. I also got a chocolate chip cookie for later—also exceptional and would be even better warm.“

“Very cute neighborhood coffee shop with good baked product. Egg sandwich was sloppy due to excessive butter on the toast.

Parking: Street parking only. Difficult.

Wheelchair accessibility: Not accessible. Step up to enter.“

“Stopped by here for breakfast with my toddler. High chairs are available upon request. The breakfast plate I ordered for myself was good. They would not sell a la carte sides. The drip coffee was great. Tried the tumeric latte - good taste, but the whole thing was foam so I ended up only having a few sips. Nice ambiance. Good for a quick bite.“

“JP Licks on Centre Street is the quintessential local ice cream shop that I can’t get enough of. The lines may be long, but that only heightens the anticipation for the decadent, creamy ice cream that awaits. Each visit feels like a small adventure, and I know that whatever flavor I choose, it’s bound to be amazing.

The atmosphere is vibrant and friendly, with staff members who often look like college students hustling to make ends meet. They’re always cheerful and eager to help, adding to the welcoming vibe of the place. It’s clear that they enjoy what they do, which makes the experience even better.

But let’s talk about the ice cream—it truly speaks for itself. With an incredible variety of flavors, each scoop is rich, smooth, and packed with taste. You can genuinely taste the quality in every bite. While the prices reflect this quality, they’re a bit steep, which is my only downside. When I was an EMT, I used to treat myself more often, but now I find myself going less frequently, not because I don’t want to, but because it’s not exactly cheap.

JP Licks has become my go-to spot, and it’s easy to see why the locals flock here. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick treat or a leisurely evening with friends, this ice cream shop delivers every time. I can’t recommend it enough!“

“Tatte quickly becoming my favorite cafe, with their quality coffee & pastry, plus the excellent hospitality!!

My go-to is always the black sesame latte opts for oat milk!! It is so creamy with a lil crunchy black sesame seed in the latte, such a wonderful combination. I requested extra hot and less sweet for my latte, which makes it even better!

The service is just top-notch!! The crew are so nice and knowledgeable with recommendations. Will definitely stop by again soon! Highly recommended!???“

“Delicious cannoli! But cash only$“

“Best Italian bakery in Boston! I travel from central NH several times a year to stock up on bread. Her cannoli are filled to order and are the absolute best. The cookies and pastry are wonderful. Don’t leave without a few slices of pizza.“

“Donna's cakes are amazing!“

“I love Top Shelf Cookies so much that I had them cater my wedding! Our 4 flavors – Boston lager chocolate chip, lemon coriander, s'mores, and rainbow sprinkles – were a hit with our guests. It was easy to communicate with Heather about our order of 300 cookies. She was friendly and responsive. We paid online and picked up the order the morning of our wedding. I highly recommend Top Shelf Cookies for weddings or other events!“

“I came here a week ago and am still thinking about how good the iced latte was. A small space, but very modern and welcoming. It was my first time having their coffee, and my iced mocha latte was amazing. I immediately regretted not getting a larger size. They have some beans & instant coffee & other items for sale, too.“

“Server was really hurried and the place was crowded but it didn’t matter bc the food was 10/10. Don’t think I’ve been this full in so long. The food took about 3 minutes to arrive it was so quick, and it was SO GOOD. We got 烤鸭 or Peking duck, and 油条 and 葱油饼. Would HIGHLY highly recommend Peking duck- super flavorful and the egg soup. Missing China so much and this was the BEST remedy. If you care about hygiene a lot, maybe try a more modern place. But my meal was 47 dollars and I’m so full I can’t breathe.“

“Daniels bakery will forever be my place I’ve been a faithful customer since 2009 , customer service is so great , workers are always so sweet and kind ,their cakes other pastries are amazing ! I always have people complimenting the cakes they make for me , I appreciate you all for always making me happy with your service , thankyou Daniel’s bakery ! ——Stephanie“

“Everything here is SO GOOD. The chocolate bread is super moist with big chunks of chocolate but not overly sweet. The olive bread is also to die for. The staff are also very kind. It is a little bit pricey ($7 or $8 for most loaves) but it is worth it because the bread is amazing quality and delicious.“

“In my opinion, these are the absolute best Haitian patties in Boston. Don’t kill me people… lol ? but I’m just saying I’ve tried many and I always come back to this place. The flavor, flakiness and even the amount of filling is on point.

Also, the service is fast and friendly, and they have a great variety of patties that don’t run out. You can stop by at 4pm and still get the patty you were looking for.

I drive an hour to get these patties and I’m never disappointed!“