15 Best Bakeries in Brookline

“Everything in this bakery is flawless. The savory olive roll, the hearty multigrain sourdough, and the buttery raspberry tart move me to dance, bring tears to my eyes, and make me want to hug the baker. Bread is what I'd crave on my deathbed, and these loaves would absolutely top that list. But it's the wonderfully welcoming people behind the counter that truly make this place feel like heaven on earth.“

“Tastes like home—maybe even better, if that's possible.“

“I am so pleased that I can go right down the street from my house and am able to buy a really good apple pie, filled with lots of apples just the right amount of sugar, I almost ate the whole pie myself, another great pie which is my favorite is the Key Lime pie, Lemon squares and blueberry muffins are a must try them. Phyllis O'Leary“

“I love this place so much. I live in PA, have a husband and children, and still contemplate leaving them for the day to drive to Bakey and pick up a boatload of baked good. It’s that good. Please please please consider coming to the Lehigh valley!!“

“Been thinking about Cheryl Ann's for ages -can't wait for them to reopen! Simply the best“

“Wonderful place with fresh and delicious food Good service One of my favorite spots to come to with my family or friends for lunch or dinner Variety of things to choose from Highly recommended“

“Unique, delicious pastry. Best croissants and sourdough bread. Nice people. Can sit inside or outside.“

“Old fashioned bakery specializing in jewish goods. Clientele ranges from orthodox jews, to locals and destination diners like myself.

My favorite aspect is that they focus on the traditional greats (e.g., Bagels, Challah, etc.) and do them very well.

Their bagels are (IMHO) the very best in the greater Boston area. There are a few “modern” additions, but nothing like the crazy flavors being produced elsewhere. The Challah is light, flavorful with a perfect texture. The in-house cream cheese is light, appropriately tangy and simply delicious.

Highly recommended for a visit.“

“I’ve seen this place all over social media, so I decided to give it a try for the first time. I was really impressed by the variety of options available—it made choosing what to order quite the challenge!

I opted for their monthly special, the Pink Cloud Matcha Latte, and it did not disappoint; the flavor was fantastic! Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and the staff were both knowledgeable and friendly.“

“Ham and cheese croissants Raspberry pastries Nice, friendly ambience for a coffee Family owned business“

“Cute place and yummy baked goods as well as sandwiches and salads for lunch!“

“I love this place. They make their boba with real fruit. The passiontfruit green tea is the most amazing thing with chewy bubbles and crunchy passionfruut seeds. The fruit overload has berry, lychee and passionfruut in green tea and it's so pretty I don't eve. want to drink it! They also have mochi donuts with are really good also. Its a very reasonable price for the quality. Definitely recommend.“

“Esmai’s offers the perfect place for both events and intimate dinners. I’ve used this wonderful restaurant for both. They have a roomy downstairs bar that was perfect for hosting my book launch party. They also have an open upstairs dining area with a breathtaking view that is perfect for drinks with friends or intimate dinners for 2. Their appetizers are brilliant: we’ve loved the Brussel sprouts and the Vietnamese Eggrolls. I also really enjoyed the Pappardelle Pasta: the meat was so tender, the pasta was silky and chewy, and the sauce was savory and tangy. My partner had the BBH Bahn Mi and raved over the taste. We love the blended texture and flavors of Esmai’s dishes.“

“The best place 🥰 Love ❤️ ❤️“

“Great brunch and coffee spot with lrge open space and great coffee shop vibe. The scrambled eggs and shakshuka were excellent. The prices are not low but the quality is high. Not necessarily a daily pastry and coffee place but definitely an occasional indulgence. There seemed to be a lot of “squatters” enjoying the vibe while tapping away on their laptops though they didnt appear to be the best customers. Pastries were great.“