The Tastiest Bakeries in Newark

Charlie's Cheesecake Works

★★★★★ 4.8 (824) • $$

"Charlie is such a gem! Absolutely delicious cheesecakes, cannot wait to share these with our friends! Charlie is so kind and cheerful, I'm happy to support a business like his!"

La Farine

★★★★☆ 4.4 (821) • $

"I was craving an almond croissant and found this place on Yelp. The almond croissant only has a sprinkling of almonds on the top! Nothing inside!!! Just tastes like a saltier version of a Costco croissant. Also misshapen as you can see in the photo. Took it home and ate it with cheese as it was salty. Also got a chocolate croissant. This was also high in salt. It took several bites to get to any chocolate. Only reason I'm giving 2 stars instead of 1 is that when I finally got to the chocolate, it was nice and creamy not hard chocolate like some. I'm a self admitted croissant snob as it's one of my favorite breads/ pastries. This place was a 'no' for croissants"

Cupcakin' Bake Shop

★★★★★ 4.6 (736) • $$

"The Best Cupcakes you will ever taste!! Love this place!! Thank you for the incredible and professional customer service!"

Gregory's Gourmet Desserts

★★★★★ 4.6 (717) • $

"I had high hopes when coming, as I saw this bakery on my Instagram reels. I was met with a line and a bakery that only allows one group at a time. It took awhile until it was my turn, so be prepared to wait. The man that got our items was quite nice. We got the sweet potato, carrot cake, and peach cobbler cheesecake. For the cheesecake, eat it asap or keep it refrigerated, because it WILL melt! We ate our stuff a few hours after purchasing, so it may have affected the original taste but here is what we thought.Note : most of us have a "traditional" Asian palate The carrot cake and sweet potato cake were quite nice, but the sweet potato cake didn't taste like much. The two had quite a lot of frosting which were a little too sweet for us, but the layers of cake were thick which made up for it. The peach cobbler cheesecake was good, and the topping was perfectly seasoned and sweet. The cheesecake crust was also made very nicely.Unfortunately, (with our Asian palates) it was too sweet for us. So if you prefer desserts on the lighter side, I wouldn't recommend. Otherwise, it was a great stop for a reasonable price."

Crixa Cakes

★★★★☆ 4.2 (787) • $$

"Best pie in the world. Crust is phenomenal, and the fruit is cooked to perfection. The store's vibe is really cute as well, with nice music and a rustic look. Not sure about all the comments on the service here but food came out fast and portions were great. My dad said this inspired his pie addiction."

Fournée Bakery

★★★★★ 4.6 (651) • $

"The best French style bakery I have ever been to.The olive bread knot was amazing. It's all good."

Frost Cupcake Factory

★★★★☆ 3.8 (942) • $$

"We ordered cupcakes for my kids' birthday party. The whole process was completed via email, quick and straight forward. The cupcakes came out as expected. The frosting to cake ratio was a bit more than I remembered but didn't stop anyone from consuming it all. Overall it's a good go to if you need some decent cupcakes last minute."

BiBi Bakery & Cafe - San Jose

★★★★☆ 3.8 (913) • $$$

"My SO wanted to stop by this quaint bakery to get me a birthday cake. He got the mango mousse cake and it is so beautiful, I loved the way they decorated the cake and it was so soft, fluffy and not sweet--which is my ideal taste for desserts. I ate practically a 1/3rd of the cake haha.Some friends also got some cookies and those were tasty as well. They had nice textures and consistencies and were lightly flavored since I am someone that typically avoids cookies."

Fleur de Cocoa

★★★★☆ 4.2 (720) • $$

"Expensive, but out-of-this-world delicious pastries, cakes, and of course coffee.Nice outdoor seating, cheerful service."

Tierra Mia Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.1 (718) • $$

"A cozy cafe in downtown Oakland.Food/Drinks:- Lavender latte: Good. Brew was decent. Lavender flavor was subtle and not too overpowering. Pleasant combination. Service: Good. There a line to place order and several people waiting for their orders as well. Took about 5-10min to order, and then another 10min to get the coffee. I guess this wait is expected in many good cafes, so don't expect a quick grab and go situation.Ambiance/Vibe: Great. Unique industrial factory decor and structural features. Cafe was busy, yet still a quiet place to have a chat or get some work done.Cost/Value: Good. $5 for medium latte. On par with most other coffee shops."

Always Yours Bakery Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (546) • $$

"Always Your Bakery was our dessert caterer for our wedding this year. Before we had decided to go with Natalie, we visited a few bakeries nearby and went to a lot of wedding fairs. We met Natalie during one of the first wedding fairs we went to and was instantly amazed by her desserts, but also how sweet she was. We decided to visit their store front & ordered a bunch of desserts; ube cheesecake, macarons, ube crinkle cookies, cupcakes. They were all seriously delicious! So we booked with her right away. Their cheesecakes are a MUST try, I'm drooling just thinking about it. During the wedding planning process, we went to the cafe quite a few times. The store is super cute, ambiance is relaxing, and the staff always greets you with a smile & happy to help. We also reached out to Natalie multiple times, as our guest list got bigger, and she was more than happy to accommodate us. We shared with her multiple photos for inspo & and what we were envisioning. Every interaction, every correspondence with her has always been super positive & she was always open to every one of our ideas.On our wedding day, desserts were delivered, and omg they were as delicious as they were gorgeous! Our guests loved them so much, my husband and I barely had any. Luckily, I reached out prior & ordered our own private stash in case this happened, I'm so glad I did lol. The macarons were so yummy, we had multiple flavors and they were all so good. They were the hit of the night. The tiramisu cups was another crowd favorite. I didn't even get to taste any, but I heard from guests how obsessed they were with it. The cupcakes were almost too pretty to eat, but they disappeared just as fast. The ube crinkle cookies (and my personal favorite) were BOMB - so soft, so chewy, i can actually taste the ube. Not many places can say that. They'll call it an ube cookie, but it's really just purple. This cookie though is actually *ube* flavor. As much as we love Peter's Bakery in San Jose and Susie's cakes - this tops them both. Each one of their treats is moist, full of flavor, not overly sweet, and just so dang beautiful to look at. We had a Susie's Cake cupcake the other day, and although it was good, it tasted a bit dry to us. The difference is wild after we've been spoiling ourselves with Always Yours Bakery. I can confidently say, this is my favorite bakery hands down. The quality of every single item on their menu and friendliness of the staff and Natalie herself, is well worth it. We can't wait to come back already."

Primrose Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.1 (642) • $$$

"We had their Black Forest pastry which is yum, however $13 is too expensive for a small slice."

The Cupcake Shoppe

★★★★☆ 4 (639) • $$

"Maybe located in an interesting area but this shop does NOT miss. This has been my go to place for the past few years to pick up cupcakes, grocery store ones weren't hitting anymore.Customer service is GREAT.Everyone here is very nice. Including the owner(?). I have been here many times and never felt received a hint of attitude or uneasiness. They are welcoming and open to explaining the flavors available. However, I don't understand the tip system for putting the cupcakes in a box but that's not important here.Everyone loves the variety of flavors and quality of cupcakes!Tiramisu, NY cheesecake, carrot, etc. This place has so many different kinds that I can't help but purchase at least a dozen, two if there are flavors that pique my interest.The frosting is delicious, the cupcakes aren't stale or too moist, the perfect amount to hold shape and the frosting on top. They also sell cake pops, banana pudding(?), and slices of cake. They may do custom orders but I feel I have a great experience perusing the different options on display that I don't need to place an order ahead of time.Overall, love this place. Will be my main cupcake shop indefinitely."

Bijan Bakery & Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (985) • $

"This is my go to spot for a little post dinner dessert. They have the best cakes! The mango mousse and pistachio mousse is SO good. My family and I love ordering one of their mousse's and enjoying it after dinner. It has the perfect touch of sweetness without being overwhelmingly sweet. They sell them by the slice then have two other options for a full sized cake. Can't recommend it enough!"

Sweet Bar Bakery

★★★★☆ 4 (589) • $

"Overpriced insanity I ordered an everything bagel with bacon and cream cheese. I was charged $1 to toast the bagel (which was the start of the insanity.) I was handed a cold bagel barely toasted (it was barely warm) and ONE SINGLE piece of bacon. I paid $9.45 for absolute nonsense and I'm furious. I won't ever be back."

Lele Cake

★★★★☆ 4.3 (493) • $$

"Very cute cafe in a very simple-looking strip mall. Coffee shop-esque with lots of trendy decor and plants. Very kid-friendly with little toys and a small play corner. Prices seemed a bit high, but everything was good. Pastries were yummy and they have a good assortment of coffee drinks. Presentation of everything was really nice."

Greenlee's Bakery

★★★★☆ 3.8 (622) • $$

"Great cookies! Loved the gingerbread, good spice and chewy. Definitely on the pricier side."

Bagel Guys Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.1 (502) • $

"This is a review of the Bagel Guys, and I have to say they're fantastic! My colleague have brought their bagels in for us twice now, and they've been absolutely delicious. The bagels are well-made, moist, and full of flavor. I've tried several different bagel varieties and their cream cheese, and everything has been top-notch.I live fairly close, so I'm excited to visit the Bagel Guys in person with my family--the kids are going to love it! According to friends, their sandwiches are excellent, so I'll definitely make an effort to try those too. Highly recommend--delicious!"

Crumbl - Camden Union

★★★★☆ 4.2 (453) • $$$

"Easy to orderFast Courteous Delicious Perfect level of sweetness We will be back!"

La Lune Sucree

★★★★☆ 3.7 (582) • $$

"This place is under new management and from what I'd been able to try today, I'll be coming back regularly.Their tomato soup was a stand out. It wasn't overpowered by cream or other flavors. Smooth texture, great flavor and I just wish I'd ordered a grilled cheese to go with it.The Brie & Honey Ham on a croisant was very good as well. All of the ingredients went well together and blended into the perfect bite till the sandwich was gone.There's a selection of locally made sodas that didn't have all kinds of weird ingredients. I was able to try the rootbeer and cherry/tarragon flavors and I wasn't disappointed.Local hard ciders are also available if you are looking to get a little tipsy during lunch."

Olympus Caffe & Bakery

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (640) • $$

"Amazing place to get your bootload of beer. Nice beergarden style for someplace in downtown Mountain View, I love the staff and the variety of beers offered. Only complaint is that there is just a single bathroom, for a beergarden style restaurant that's not enough when there's a crowd."

The Midwife and the Baker

★★★★★ 4.5 (359) • $$

"Usually the sign of a long line means for a bakery means great food and they did not disappoint. I think I've tried almost everything here at this point, the demi baguette, country loaves, focaccia, croissants, etc. You literally cannot go wrong with anything. Above all, the fresh focaccia is a must-try. Some might not call the focaccia as it is, and I would partially agree with that. It's more like a Detroit-style pizza with all the extra toppings they have.Don't be daunted by the lines!! Definitely worth a visit."

Cupcakin' Bake Shop

★★★★★ 4.7 (325) • $$

"This is my fav cupcake spot!I love the decadent cupcakes with a variety to meet any palettes selection! It's black owned too with a few different locations. I recommend coming early to get them fresh before the sell out or preorder(for an up charge)"

Main Street Bagels

★★★★☆ 3.9 (470) • $

"The bagels were fresh and delicious but the cream cheese spreads were only ok. We had veg cream cheese and strawberry cream cheese, everything bagel and egg sandwich with Asiago cheese bagel. We also had Black Kona coffee which was good. And Mocha which was very watered down."

Manresa Bread

★★★★☆ 3.8 (466) • $$

"It's all about supply and demand.I stopped in before noon on a Saturday and there was only one kouign amann left...an XL for a whopping $35 plus a 4% surcharge.Did I bite the bullet? Yes siree! I surely did after hesitating for a quick second.Buttery, caramel-y, and just straight up heavenly. Was it worth the price tag, the calories, and elevated A1Cs? I'd say so. I would love to get my hands on the smaller ones though since this XL that was as big as my head was quite gluttonous for just two of us."

Niles Pie Company

★★★★☆ 4.1 (381) • $$

"When my dad said he wanted apple pie for his birthday this year, I knew I had to check out Niles Pie Company. I had already been introduced to their blueberry crumble at my friend's house so I knew I would be in for a treat. When I got there on Saturday morning, the only "apple" pie that they had was a 6 inch caramel apple. Since it was a little over a week post Thanksgiving, they were still ramping up their pie production. They did however have a frozen classic apple pie that I could bake at home. In the end, I decided on three 6-inch pies: caramel apple, classic apple, and the blueberry crumble. All three were outstanding...my brother in law who typically does not eat sweets really enjoyed the blueberry crumble. He found it not overly sweet which we all agreed.My dad enjoyed both the caramel and the classic apple but surprisingly the classic was probably mine and my husband's favorite. I wasn't sure how the frozen pie was going to bake off in my humble home oven but it worked out fine. My oven though must run a little low because it did take longer than the instructions. Since it was my first visit, I also got a free cookie. If you are in the area, this is worth the visit. They have other bakery items and empanadas if you are not in the mood for pie. I had the ham and swiss empanada for breakfast and it was delicious. The Niles Pie Company operates under a co-op model. It is clear they take great care and pride in their work and it shows in their baked goods."

Aroma Bakery & Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (342) • $

"Ordered a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant, and it was solid. Hit the spot, it was made perfectly. Great customer service, I was greeted as soon as I walked in. Definitely my new breakfast spot."

Country Inn Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (406) • $$

"Long time customer of Country Inn Cafe and am finally getting around to writing a review :) The restaurant staff are absolutely lovely and the food is good! My fav is the breakfast burrito. My bf is an avid pancake lover and says Country Inn makes the best pancakes he's ever had!"

Mary's Bakery

★★★★☆ 3.8 (390) • $$

"Ordered a cake 3 days ahead and got a confirmation email. Arrived day/time of pick up, only to be told the cake was never made and not in season. They offered to pick something else, however I ordered a specific cake and now it's too late to order from a different bakery. I had no choice but to pick a cake that was leftover end of day."

The Coffee Mill & Bakery

★★★★☆ 3.8 (372) • $$

"This is my favorite brunch spot in Oakland! The shrimp and grits are amazing and is my favorite item on the menu. The biscuits and gravy are another great option. Be sure to try the muffins, donuts, and other pastries. They are a great dessert option after a scrumptious brunch! Staff is super friendly and cares very much about our appetite and satisfaction! Great outdoor seating available."

Copenhagen Crown Bakery & Deli

★★★★☆ 3.7 (359) • $

"Thank you MR. KI you are a life saver to me. It was my daughter's 2nd birthday and I was not aware of any bakery out here who would bake customize cake, then luckily I found your bakery. I was bit confused and skeptical regarding my order for the birthday cake. The cake was soo amazing and it tasted so good that all of my guests even took name and address of your bakery."

L'epi D'or Bakery

★★★★☆ 3.6 (365) • $

"This small shop has a great variety of products, but what I like are the cakes. They've mastered making their cakes not too sweet. The cakes are all very light, decorated well and can feed a lot of people. Full cakes are $48 each."

Simurgh Bakery and Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (223) • $$

"A friend and her husband took me there after she and I climbed at Pacific Pipe. I had the pesto chicken sandwich and it was delicious. It was also huge so I was able to take half home for dinner. She had their beef brisket sandwich that looked very good. He had a bowl of soup which he thoroughly enjoyed and he also had half her sandwich.I got an Americano Turkish coffee, chocolate pistachio baklava and a sesame cookie for dessert. The chocolate baklava wasn't quite as chocolate as I would have liked but it was still very good. The coffee was perfect.I will definitely return."

Kettle'e

★★★★☆ 3.6 (352) • $

"Really tasty food! The chole bhature was especially good! Highly recommend.Enjoyed the tawa chicken too."

Mr Cake Plus

★★★★★ 4.7 (195)

"I have ordered cakes from here a couple of times! Recently ordered the mango cake and it was delicious. Absolutely soft and moist and not too sweet."