50 Best Bakeries near Essex

“I order pupusas, sopes, enchiladas, gorditas and birria tacos. Every single dish was delicious and authentic. The sauces and tortillas are all homemade. Highly recommend this restaurant. The staff was friendly and they seem to be a popular spot in the community. Loved this food! Thanks for a great dinner.“

“I ordered a cookie bouquet this morning and received outstanding customer service from the Belair location. They were courteous and contacted me in a timely manner following my request for follow-up information. The owner made sure the delivery went out as expected. This was my first experience with this location and it exceeded my expectations, and my friend was extremely pleased with her cookie bouquet. Great experience!“

“I cannot say enough good things about our wedding cake! It was absolutely delicious—so many guests came up to me saying it was the best cake they’ve ever had. People were genuinely shocked when they found out it was vegan! Not only did it taste amazing, but it was also stunning—exactly what I envisioned. Working with Sarah was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. She really listened to what I wanted and brought it to life beautifully. I’m so happy we chose her for such a special part of our day!“

“Pizza was great, didn’t love that you could only order online and it was a minimum 1.5 hour wait. I thought maybe they were busy but I showed up early hoping it would be done and it was empty and cashier told me pizza guy had to step out … lol what? Not great first impression.“

“Got a banana pudding from the food van Very delicious, super filling. Ate it during class.“

“I needed a small cake for Cash with only a few days notice. VS was immediately responsive and very helpful. Cash seemed to like his cake as well! I would recommend if you’re looking to add something special and *stress free* for your pups birthday!“

“If you don’t think Ovenbird bakery is the best in Baltimore, see response below: You’re wrong.“

“highlights are ... everything! kindest owners, delicious bread and pasteries, a gem in the neighborhood and the city“

“My sister and I were in from out of town. I am a donut snob and this establishment is now at the top of my list! I wish I lived closer because I would be here all the time! We got the churro cronut and Spanish crema. Both were SO good!“

“Freshly Baked Cupcakes & Cakes, Great for any occasion!!!!! You won't be disappointed 😍🤗☺💕💕💕💕“

“Wonderful food! Great Sunday tradition for my Husband and I.“

“If you don’t think Ovenbird bakery is the best in Baltimore, see response below: You’re wrong.“

“So many great flavors and I love that you can cut them! They are worth every penny.

Parking: Shared parking lot

Kid-friendliness: Kids like cookies and they like kids. It works.

Wheelchair accessibility: Side walks are wheel chair accessible“

“We've purchased various goods from the store twice this fall and everything is delicious. The apple pie is addicting. The apple cider is the best I've ever had. They have an awesome selection of fresh apples. Despite the crowds, the check out line moves quickly and parking is organized.“

“I came in the week before my son’s party with a couple photos hoping I’d be able to get a space cake in time and to say they exceeded expectations is certainly an understatement!! We were SO pleased with the way his cake turned out, we’re so grateful. And of course it was delicious as always!“

“The owner was GREAT to work with on a last minute request. A super delicious 6 inch Cookies and Cream cake and some cupcakes. She even delivered it to the restaurant after closing. So glad we found Codetta on Google.“

“Strawberry 🍓 Shortcake EVERYTHING IS GIVING ! I'm Persnickety not eating from just anywhere due to cult following. Being a Chef my Palate is EXSTREMELY EXSQITE & DEFINED. Just because it looks good doest mean it's GOOD. This young lady 💯 ment ALL MY EXPECTATIONS & SOME. Last but not least when traveling my Significant other Only Chooses 5star restaurants to TRY & MEET MY EXPECTATIONS. PLEASE LOVE ON YOURSELF YOU WILL ENJOY THE TREATS .🍓🌈🙏🏿💯👌🏿“

“I ordered 5 dozen custom flavor cupcakes each with Italian meringue and a large tray of chocolate covered strawberries for my small wedding. For the morning of my wedding, I also ordered several quiches and pastries. Other than a small oops with the frosting on the cupcakes (which was resolved immediately), everything prepared for my wedding was absolutely perfect! I’m still receiving compliments from guests on how good the cupcakes were. My husband and I I have been back a few times since our wedding for quiche and a cinnamon sugar brioche doughnut (my weakness!).“

“Christi made the perfect cake for my daughter's birthday that was absolutely beautiful and delicious. She even checked in with me during the decorating process to make sure I was happy with the icing color.“

“Awesome place!! Delicious food nice people I will be coming back ?!! I recommend 100% the flavor of the food transport me to my beautiful Ecuador. Good place delicious food very friendly people I will return again!! I recommend it 100%, the taste of the food takes me back to my Ecuador that I miss a world.“

“Wow, I used to love you guys... But once I found out you guys hired someone that distributed child pron, that love immediately stopped. Oh, and I forgot to mention... He distributed THOUSANDS!! THOUSANDS of photos and videos of prepubescent children and toddlers. I'm all for hiring felons, but not when those felons endanger children. The name of the employee is Charles Pijanowski. I might come back, but only after you fire the pred.“

“If you’re looking for different and great cinnamon buns look no further. I love their baby buns as well“

“Usually have to get here early to get your hands on a pastry so was delighted to pull it off. Coffee is Ceremony, so that was yummy. The pastries are always interesting combinations of flavors I would never normally think of so their menu is always fun to look over.

Had a s’mores cookie on the spot and a crepe brûlée tart for later. Both were delicious! Tried The crab sando too; I wish had a little more of the sandwich filling to balance the bread but was still tasty.“

“They’re so friendly ❤️ and food is amazing“

“Cake In The City did an amazing job creating a special cake and cupcakes for my sister’s baby shower. They were one of the top 2 most talked about features at the baby shower- mostly because of how delicious and fresh everything was. They are going to be our go to bakery in Baltimore from now on. They also delivered locally which I really appreciated.“

“Great place!! Pastries are super:)“

“What an amazing job Fenwick bakery did for a recent event I had. I called and asked for King cake for a New Orleans theme and they nailed it. Not only was it delicious but the customer service was outstanding. Thank you Carol for going above and beyond I highly recommend them for any occasion.“

“I was very happy and pleased with my order. The colors were on point for my daughter baby shower June 7th 2025. Everyone was satisfied with the treats. I ordered candy apples from someone and that person couldn’t do the order so I reach out to Ms. Lena she got the job done at the last minute she will help you make the perfect decision. I appreciate Ms. Lena for having patience with me I will be ordering from Ms. Lena again Thank you once again“

“Swing by this bakery that’s been highly recommended by many friends who work at the Hopkins. My problem was that I came in the late afternoon, 90 mins before they’re closed. Therefore, they ran out of classic and almond croissants. Fine, I picked Spinach & Ricotta, Apple turnover, and Walnut danish. I did not try any of their desserts as I would like to make sure I like their pastries first before overspending if unworthy. The bakeries look very outdated and needed a makeover. This is a 100% take out bakery. No standing or seating inside. After I got home, tried the spinach & ricotta croissant, which was excellent but could be better. The layers can be improved. The next morning, I tried the walnut danish and apple turnover. They are unusually not sweet compared to the normal pasties sold from other bakeries. This is a GOOD thing but may not be the preferred sweetness level for the majority.

Parking: Paid Street meter parking or you can drive further turning to small alleys to find free street marking.“

“the desserts were amazing and my kids loved it“

“Good place to stop by whenever I'm in town“

“Went to the bakery for a cake and cupcakes for our son’s 1st birthday. Toy Story themed and they knocked it out of the park. The pizzeria and the guy behind the counter made my experience even better. He came in earlier than normal and made sure he had 8 pizzas ready for me to pick up so I could get everything at one stop. Shoutout to him he helped me more than he knows !“

“the desserts were amazing and my kids loved it“

“I was there last Thursday and the manager was seriously so sweet. Went above and beyond in service!! Was so sweet to the baby and the dogs. Sooo kind. Made the experience amazing“

“Just an amazing place with great people always with a smile.“

“Amazing customer service, amazing product, amazing prices! I highly recommend! I will continue to use Keyaira Kakes for all my kids birthdays and all events I host. I have never been more happy and satisfied! Keep up the amazing work! You’re gonna go far! Thank you for such an amazing experience ❤️“

“Hermans Bakery is absolutely AMAZING! I had a bit of a mishap where my cake got accidentally smashed, and without hesitation, they made me a brand-new one completely free of charge. Not only was their customer service incredibly kind and responsive, but they also remade the cake in such a timely manner, it was ready before I could even stress!

And let me tell you… the cake was delicious! Moist, flavorful, and beautifully decorated, it truly exceeded my expectations. It’s rare to find a business that cares this much about both quality and customer experience. I will definitely be back and recommend them to everyone I know. Thank you, Hermans Bakery, for turning a stressful situation into a sweet success“

“The aroma of freshly baked bread fills the air, inviting you inside. Sweet pastries glisten under the warm light, promising a delightful treat. From traditional conchas to savory cakes , the selection offers something for everyone. Each bite is a testament to the baker's skill and passion. It's a place where you can savor the authentic flavors of Mexican baking.“

“We decided to randomly doordash a sweet the other night and were excited to find them on doordash. I’ve had the ice cream when at the Avenue but never the cupcakes. OH MY GOD. These were to die for. They didn’t taste quickly manufactured or dry like some cupcake shops. They tasted like so much time and effort was put into keeping them moist, tasting amazing and looking amazing. Can’t wait to get them again!“

“Have really enjoyed the Basic Decorating class. Last class this week with a big final project. Clara is a great teacher. I will definitely be back for more classes“

“Superior staff and the food is great. A wonderful atmosphere too boot. Can’t wait to visit again. Bon & Moon Halstead“

“The salmon is sooooooo GOOD!“

“I miss when they used to do that monopoly thing where you would buy foods and fill out this paper monopoly bored for prizes. It was so much fun, I remember dozens of glue sticks being used dry pasting the food labels onto the paper bored with my family. It was placed in the middle of our dining room table like a bowl of fruit, and me and my little brother would beg my grandma every time she went to the store to get the “monopoly food”. She always did, even though it costed more than the regular groceries that were the same exact thing. We never won anything, no free vacations or Nintendo DS’s, but it still brightened my day every single time I glued a piece of paper on that damn board. I think we won in that way.

Thanks Safeway for letting me spend time with my ya ya before she passed. I wouldn’t give up my memories of paper monopoly with groceries for the world.“

“I love everything here! The Al Pastor tacos, carne asada tostadas, the tortas, and even their desserts. I have even used them for catering a party the rice, beans, and churros were a hit! This is the best Mexican food I have had since moving from AZ. The staff Ernesto and Scarlet are the absolute best when it comes to customer service.“

“The only place comparable to the Jersey bakeries I grew up with. Such great staff too!“

“(Translated by Google) The service is very good, the food DELICIOUS but above all it feels like you are eating at home!The customer service is excellent, the food is DELICIOUS but overall you think like the food was cooked at home!!(Original)El servicio es muy bueno, la comida DELICIOSA pero sobre todo se siente como si estuviera comiendo en casa!The customer service is excellent, the food is DELICIOUS but overall you think like the food was cook at home!!“

“Nice crew here. Saw me pull in and ran out to check my destination, immediately put me in a door. Pretty tight to maneuver and it will be a blindside 90 to get in the dock. Wasn't busy when I showed up. I can see how it could be a nightmare if it was though. Started loading me within minutes of hitting the dock. I did arrive about 45 minutes early.Assume there is no overnight parking from how small the place is and they also have day cab drivers that work here so they park all their trucks in the lot at night“

“We had five generations going to Govans church. We now are on the six generation. We all love govans church so many warm friendly faces and beautiful people. Pastor Tom is the best he always been here for our family. Pastor Randy and his church family have joined with us here at Govans. So now we all our one big happy family. Love our church family ❤️🙏🏻“