50 Best Bakeries in Philadelphia

“Listennnnn! those mini Sweet Potato pies were to die for!!! I'll be back soon! ❤️ 🔥“

“Writing a review to say that this place has probably the best cake I've ever had: we got a taro cake yesterday and I've never seen our family almost eat an entire cake in one day-- two amazing portions/layers of taro filling and icing on top and in between layers. The icing is so good, it's not your usual store-bought icing: the perfect amount of vanilla and sugar. Will absolutely be back to try their other cakes as well as their breads/pastries. Service is friendly too, I made sure to tip. Thank you!“

“They are extremely nice, made a gorgeous, yummy birthday cake for me with only 48 hours notice and Pete is hysterical. Also, the cost was reasonable. Will definitely use them again.“

“Truly the best pound cake I’ve ever had. This was a hit with the family for Easter- the marble cake with chocolate icing was my personal fav. The girls working were so friendly and welcoming even though the store was super busy! I will definitely be back!!“

“The girl that I spoke with recommended a whip cream cake, let me tell you, this cake did not disappoint it was the best one yet I had a lot of cakes from Haegles. I would recommend any bakery item from Haegles ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“We worked with Joe to put together a tea reception after our wedding ceremony, and we couldn't have been happier! The pastries themselves were so delicious and very pretty (my personal favourites were the mini-cupcakes). And, Joe was a pleasure to work with, very communicative and upfront. We had to switch things up last minute from having the food out on display to having it packaged and handed out, and Joe and his team did a fantastic job pivoting, even coming up with a cute little QR code sticker with the menu for each box. We'll definitely be going back again.“

“Best filled croissant I've ever had and the drip coffee was perfect.
Update: I can't stop thinking about that hazelnut croissant. If I take a trip back to Philly it will be just for this croissant. For the love of pastry, if you have not been here you must go.“

“Rhonda came through for my daughters 21st bday party! Called her on Thursday for a Saturday late day delivery… top notch, on time delivery but best yet… amazing mini cupcakes…baked on Saturday delivered fresh!!! The cupcakes were so flavorful…each one was mouth watering!!! Thank you Rhonda @seconddaughterbakingco 10 out of 10!!!!“

“I got an egg tart and a milk bun which I had never had before and was pleasantly surprised. The prices are super fair at $2 a piece but they only take cash or Venmo. They have a bug selection of Chinese pastries and also serve bubble teas. There isn’t a lot of seating so definitely plan to grab and go.“

“I have been buying sourdough from them for months now. Here’s what I like about lost bread: 1. Clean ingredients and naturally leavened (this is the biggest reason why I buy from them) ; 2. Their whole wheat croissant is soooo goood (I’ve never tried a croissant with the same texture as theirs)
The store location only opens two days a week so that’s a bit inconvenient. Other than that, I’ve had good experiences buying breads from them so far.“

“We love the croissant and bagels! Can’t wait to try more yummy things next week! And it’s AMAZING to have delivery.“

“Delicious and fresh Brazilian dessert“

“You will definitely get the by far the best tomato pie in Philly hands down p.s get there early because they most definitely will sale out!!!!“

“beignets, almond croissants, plain croissants. cash only“

“I've always had good baked goods here - it's becoming a traditional stop when we come to the city! Best things I've had here are the maple oatmeal scones and the brown butter pound cake - phenomenal! What baked goods are supposed to taste like!“

“Love The Kettle Black! Amazing vegan croissants, bagels & other treats! Their cold brew is always on point! Super friendly and talented folks!“

“Jeff, Marie, Nancy, Roland and team go out of their way to make special and beautiful gifts for holiday! A wonderful experience in working with them!“

“They have the best customer service. I got a cookie tin and canolis. Both were of such high quality. Great Italian bakery!“

“I bought two cupcakes last night (red velvet and birthday cake), and they were so delicious . The icing wasn’t overwhelming sweet and the cupcake itself was so moist! Would definitely come back and try more sweets. Also the lady who took my order was so sweet and her customer service was awesome!“

“The service was great and the women behind the counter were amazing! I will definitely come back when I am in the area again.“

“Staff is pretty friendly and although it is a pretty small booth, it looks pretty and organized. I tried pre ordering online and kept saying no biscuits available so I had to go in person. Biscuits are the reason to come, buttery and fluffy .“

“Comida deliciosa, servicio rápido y amable! Recomendado! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Brewerytown Bakery is such a gem — a cozy little spot in Philly with two small tables, big flavors, and some of the best vegan sammies I’ve ever had 🥯✨ The Phillywide is straight-up the breakfast sandwich of my dreams: cheddar jalapeño bagel, tempeh bacon, red onion, Just Egg, beautifully spiced, and melty vegan cheese. Out. Of. This. World. I’ll be dreaming about it for a while 💭💛 My hubby went classic with an everything bagel chive cream cheese, and we took a chocolate croissant to go — flaky, rich, perfection. Everything was absolutely incredible. If you're anywhere near Brewerytown, this place is a must visit! #BrewerytownBakery #PhillyVeganEats #VeganBreakfast #Phillywide #VeganCroissant #VeganBagelLove #PhillyFoodie #PlantBasedPhilly #HiddenGemEats“

“10/10 ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND!
Had a blast decorating our cake, everything about it this place was a VIBE! The food and drinks were so good but the best part was how comfortable and welcome they make you feel. I can’t wait to come back 🫶🏻 thank you so much!“

“Their Tarragon Chicken Salad is to die for. My daughter used to work there and I miss her bringing me home lots of yummy bread. The staff are great and were willing to cut my roll the way my daughter used to. Special shout out to Dawn. See her Thursday through Sunday.“

“Great food, incredibly friendly staff and wonderful atmosphere. Highly, highly recommend.“

“Crust was an accidental find. I was strolling down the main street in Manayunk and the familiar vegan word caught my eye. Inside, I was surprised by the variety of baked goods, past the usual cupcakes and cookies. Multiple refrigerators house cheesecakes, cake cups, tiramisu, breakfast bakes, monkey bread, and more. We bought a seeded card (Mother's Day is around the distant corner) and a chocolate strawberry cheesecake. The strawberry cheesecake was dense and creamy with a crispy Oreo crust. I'd love to return for the pop tart. Updated from previous review on 2025-03-30“

“As a child, I went to middle school one block away from this diner. I walked by all of the time in those days today. Now i just drive by always wanted to stop but never did but I’ve always been curious so it’s 61 years old today. I had a couple of extra minutes and I stopped in and I must tell you I was very impressed, the food was very tasty portions. The place was clean and my server. Diane was awesome. That will not be my last time there. It took me 61 years but I made it. Bucket list“

“Had the salted caramel doughnut bc my wife wanted a taste. Caramel is never MY first choice, but it was quite possibly the best pastry I’ve ever eaten.“

“While strolling through Philly’s Chinatown, my girlfriend and I stumbled upon a cozy bakery at just the right time—we were in desperate need of a coffee break. The iced coffees we got were exactly what we needed: strong, sweet, and fairly priced. Definitely a spot I can see myself revisiting soon!“

“All delicious: salted caramel, peanut butter mocha, Philly spice and the Elvis. The pistachio cookie is more beautiful than good tasting. Coffee should be warmer. Overall a hit! Staff is great, helpful and knowledgeable. Will come back!“

“The most creative beautiful and delicious cakes and cookies.“

“My father drove for Gold Medal at 3911 Cambridge St. for many years. I miss him and that wonderful bread, rolls, and bagels“

“Great location. Only a short wait to be seated. Very good hosts working well to get guests to a table. Kristina was our waitress and she was great. Friendly and good service!“

“Can not go wrong ordering any dessert from Bredenbeck’s. We get all our daughter’s birthday cakes and go there for ice cream during the summer.“

“Uma visita para comprovar a qualidade. Ótimo atendimento. Preços justos !“

“I’m obsessed! Found this bakery on too good to go & took a ride over (from jersey) I came home with 4 different flavors of the banana pudding & my 16 year old and I tried each one. I can’t even pick a favorite because they are all so good. The Magic flavor name makes complete sense when you take a bite because different flavors seem to magically appear in your mouth (peanut butter being the last to hit…) hard to explain but if you taste it, it will make sense! I got 2 large puddings in my order than bought 2 different small ones in different flavors & i regret not getting the 2 extra cups in large! Driving in Philly stresses me out but I’ve never wanted to drive back over there so bad! For more pudding! I will be recommending this bake shop to everyone! The guy behind the counter was super nice & welcoming and helped me pick out some favorites. It’s a nice Friendly shop with amazing puddings & I will definitely be back!“

“I'm honestly disappointed in myself for not having come here sooner. The brunch menu is simple: some breakfast options like quiche, scrambled eggs, avocado toast, breakfast sandwich. Then some solid sandwich options, in addition.

We went with the apple & cheddar baguette with turkey. Delicious. The bread was super crunchy and the mustard was such a nice complement to the apples and meat. Also got the tozzino. Not usually a huge focaccia fan, but this was quite nice and the soppresatta was great. Always going to love burrata and this was done well. Finally, grabbed a tomato bread with cheese which was like a mini pizza and excellent-the crust was delectable.

Grabbed some of the pastries to go, all of which looked amazing. We came at a good point as we were able to snag a table but I can see it being difficult when it gets busy. Line moves quickly and the service is fast.

Would definitely come back. Wish I had tried the soup on the cold day we went so will likely be going with that next time.“

“Super fresh everything a must go to for all.....“

“I have eaten just about every item in the Cafe! Everything is delicious! You can taste the love in all the deserts. As long as they are baking, I’m supporting!“

“Cupcake- Lemon pound cake with raspberry filling and raspberry buttercream on top!“

“Just went looking for 1 thing, some specialty pickles made by another Fishtown company. Very helpful staff. I should have stayed longer to browse. It looks like a really cool, little place.“

“This is such a lovely bakery — I’d venture to say it’s my favorite in the city! Everything I’ve tried from here is so so delicious. I love the variety of savory and sweet items they offer, such that I always gotta get one of each! Highly recommend the chicken shawarma sammie and the chocolate cherry babka“

“Really nice small local ice cream shop with about 12 flavors to choose from. The ice cream is flavorful and creamy and the price is fair for the amount you get. Limited seating inside and unfortunately no seating outside, probably because of the neighborhood.

Dietary restrictions: No sure about lactose free options

Parking: A decent amount of street parking

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking“

“The absolute best bagels. I lived in NYC for a decade and would sometimes bring bagels back from Vanilya because they beat almost any bagel there. When I moved to Philly, these bagels were a top 5 reason. Especially recommend the za’atar bagel but they’re all fantastic and fresh. Thank you, Vanilya!!“

“Welcome to the Asian 9rh st. The area is complete with nuance of fish heads and stray cats. The Filthy Orient would fit in well in this area. The pretzels are tasty ,but I have to disinfect my work boots when I leave this store.“

“My sweetheart and I went here on our second date. The original plan was to meet at Dead King Bread in Manyunk, and then hike in the Wissahickon. Dead King was closed, however, and my sweetheart quickly suggested Roma Cafe as an alternative. I'm ashamed to say that I never knew about this bakery. When I think of Italian bakeries, I typically think of South Philly. This is the real deal. An interior that harkens back to earlier times, and probably owners that harken back to an earlier time!

It was here that I discovered that my sweetheart is extravagant with treats, especially sweets. As a bit of a minimalst, I chose a rather bland biscuit. He chose an array of half a dozen treats, including canolies.

When we eventually made our way to the Wissahickon, we discovered that we had each packed more treats for the hike - cheese, grapes. He brought the most wonderful brie from Trader Joes that was as soft and gooey as if you had baked it in the oven. I noted with approval that he was equipped with a good picnic bag, as was I.

As we walked through the Wissahickon, I was captivated by his friendliness to everyone we passed on the trails, including the dogs.

Everything was delicious, and I appreciated that the canolis were petite in size!“

“We just had our first taste of goodness from Tartes. Their tartlets are pretty and scrumptious! Whether you're looking for a dessert for a romantic or holiday dinner, a gift for a birthday or host, or just a special treat for yourself, Tartes is the place! Their offerings are yummy for the eyes and the tastebuds!“