I had cupcakes on my mind yesterday morning, I was looking for some snacks to take to a meeting, I was thinking about how much I liked the Waldorf bakery that used to be on Murray ave in Sq. Hill (it is now a Panera). I ended up making a stop at Prantl’s bakery on Walnut St. In shady side. Prantl’s is well known for their burnt almond torte. I also think that they have quite an amazing selection of treats. I just thought these easter cookies were so pretty – they were kind enough to let me snap a picture before they put them into the bakery case. What is your favorite bakery in Pittsburgh?
love love love Prantl's! Really, the almond torte is just too delicious. really.
I have to give some love to the Lincoln Bakery in Bellevue too 🙂
The Ford City Bakery is really good.
I heart Oakmont Bakery. They did my wedding cake and it was lovely. I'll get to taste it again in T-minus 72 days.
There's only one bakery in Pittsburgh, as far as I'm concerned. Jean Marc Chatelier's French Bakery in Millvale (http://www.jeanmarcchatellier.com/). My goodness the things that man does with butter… His Breton shortbread doesn't look like anything special, but is simply amazing. Get there early, the good stuff usually doesn't last long.
These are great suggestions. I have got to check out the Ford City Bakery @Dave – nice website/blog. Do you ever blog about cake?
Lincoln Bakery in Bellevue. It's amazing.
Prantl's is easily THE best bakery in Pittsburgh proper. Love my current job, but I miss working in Shadyside and getting my brekkie there daily.
Although I also heartily second the French Bakery in Millvale. My SIL always gets her children's birthday cakes from there and they are heavenly!
When it comes to bakeries, I immediatly think of cupcakes and Coco's in Shadyside. Honestly, I could probably eat at least 6 right now. YUM!
For sweets, Vanilla Pastry in East Liberty has the best cupcakes I've ever eaten. For bread, Allegro Hearth in Squirrel Hill. Overall, Oakmont Bakery is the best old-school style bakery. Prantl's is fine, but the folks who work there are pretty cranky (but I still love their donuts!).
I have to third the recommendation for Jean Marc Cheatellier's in Millvale – amazing stuff – I can't count the number of people I've served the croissants to who say they are the best croissants they've had outside of France.
Thanks Lindsay! What can I say, I like cake. a lot. I try to keep the blog pure dork though. Oakmont is also wonderful, and I totally agree with Amie regarding Jean-Marc: the Breton cake is fantastic and once you've had one of his croissants you'll never bother buying one from Giant Eagle again. Breakfast at the Lincoln Pharmacy Pamela's followed by a trip to his bakery is one of my most favourite Saturday morning experiences.
Dozen in Laweranceville is really good
Vanilla Pastry has fantastic cupcakes, blondies and lollies.
Oakmont Bakery is my favorite all-around bakery (they have really good bagels, sweet rolls, cakes and excellent cookie trays).
Potomac Bakery in Dormont has good cookies and pastries.
Vanilla Pastry in East Liberty has the best cupcakes I’ve ever eaten. The icing is light, not too sweet, and full of flavor.
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Has to be Moio's in Monroeville.
Pasticciotti (lemon custard-filled cupcake), Sfogliatelle (extra crunchy flaky ricotta filled). Friendly staff – don't need to know to pronounce those the Italian names, pointing works fine. Then there's the chocolate torte cake. Not cheap (or low-cal) but worth it.
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Party Cake in Mt. Lebo/Brookline is very good. And Oakmont is my all-time favorite. Wish it was closer. Then again, my butt would get even bigger!
I've got to throw a shout-out to the cute new kosher bakery over in Squirrel Hill – Sweet Tammy's. I've only had a snickerdoodle there but for atmosphere and decoration, it's a winner. I'm looking forward to trying more of their treats.
I LOVE Yum Bakery cupcakes! They are a delivery only bake service which makes it almost waaaaay too convenient. They catererd cupcakes for my friend's baby shower, and were such a hit that women who I normally see only eat three pieces of lettuce with water were scarfing down two and three cupcakes. Delicious! The chocolate snowball (chocolate with coconut) are my favorite.
@Beth – I have never heard of YUM! Where can we learn more? Do they have a website? That is great that they deliver.