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BirchTree Bread Company - Worcester, MA Bakeries
BirchTree Bread Company - Worcester, MA Bakeries
BirchTree Bread Company - Worcester, MA Bakeries
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BIRCHTREE BREAD COMPANY

(4.8 Score)
138 Green Street, Suite 5,
Worcester, MA 01604 Directions

Since 2014

Specialty:

✓ Brioche Buns ✓ Honey Oat ✓ Croissant ✓ Pain Au Chocolat ✓ Almond Croissant ✓ Apple Cider Donut ✓ Cinnamon Bun ✓ Pecan Pie Bread Pudding ✓ Double Chocolate Muffin ✓ Gingerbread Scone ✓ Cherry Cream Cheese Danish ✓ Churro Croissant ✓ Chocolate Caramel Brownie ✓ Chocolate Chunk Cookie ✓ Chocolate Chip Cookie ✓ Turtle Cookie ✓ Lemon Poppy Cookie

“BirchTree Bread Company is a bakery and café serving bread, pastries, sandwiches, and coffee in a spacious, light-filled space. All of the breads at BirchTree are made using all-natural ingredients. Their team focuses on artisan bread, pastries, specialty coffee, beer, and wine. They are proud to use locally grown grains from the Northeast. BirchTree Bread Company also offers catering services for all occasions. Vegan and gluten-free options are available at BirchTree Bread Company. You can come and enjoy a scrumptious breakfast to kickstart your day and savor mouthwatering sandwich options. Online gift cards are also available at the bakery. BirchTree Bread Company is a great spot for having quality time with loved ones! The bakery is located inthe Canal District.”

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Price:

Sourdough $8.50
Country $8.50
Olive & Herb $10.00
Baguette $7.00
Focaccia $6.00
Coriander Raisin $9.00
Local Wheat $8.00
Seeded Levain $8.00
Honey Oat $8.00
Gluten-Free Focaccia $8.00
Croissant $4.25
Pain Au Chocolat $4.00
Apple Cider Donut $4.00
Cinnamon Bun $5.50
Almond Croissant $5.25
Coffee Cake $4.20
Raspberry Cheese Danish $5.25
Chocolate Chip Muffin $4.20
Cheddar Chive Biscuit $3.50
Coconut Macaroon $3.50
Butterscotch Macadamia Scone $4.20
Chicken Bomb Monkey Bread $4.50
Apple Cinnamon Bun $6.25
Reese's Brownie $5.50
Chocolate Chip Cookie $3.50
Chocolate Chunk Cookie $3.50
Vegan Tahini Cookie $3.50
Chocolate Reese's Pieces Cookie $3.50

Contact:

(774) 243-6944

Mon & Sun: 9am - 3pm
Tue,Wed & Sat: 9am - 5pm
Thu & Fri: 9am - 9pm

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Crust Artisan Bakeshop - Worcester, MA Bakeries
Crust Artisan Bakeshop - Worcester, MA Bakeries
Crust Artisan Bakeshop - Worcester, MA Bakeries
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CRUST ARTISAN BAKESHOP

(4.8 Score)
118 Main Street,
Worcester, MA 01608 Directions

Since 2014

Specialty:

✓ Sourdough ✓ Country ✓ Focaccia ✓ Baguette ✓ Olive+Herb Sourdough ✓ Local Wheat ✓ Coriander Raisin ✓ Pretzel ✓ Honey Oat Bread ✓ Pullman Sourdough ✓ Seeded Levain ✓ Challah ✓ Butter Croissant ✓ Chocolate Croissant ✓ Ham and Cheddar Croissant ✓ Apple Cider Donut ✓ Plain Bagel ✓ Cheddar Bagel ✓ Everything Bagel ✓ Almond Croissant ✓ Cinnamon Roll ✓ Coffee Cake ✓ Cherry Cheese Danish ✓ Double Chocolate Muffin

“Crust Artisan Bakeshop is led by Alexis and Nate. The bakery offers a variety of Artisan Breads, Croissants, Locally Roasted Coffee, Cookies, and Sandwiches. Their bread and pastries are carefully prepared, their coffee is perfectly brewed, and every dish on their menu is prepared to bring people together through good food. Crust Artisan Bakeshop is committed to providing high-quality pastries and creating a welcoming atmosphere for their customers. They offer contact-free curbside pickup. Crust Artisan Bakeshop also does Holidays, Catering, and Special Orders. The bakery is now offering shipping of some of their most popular products. They invite you to stop by Crust Bakeshop for morning coffee & pastries, a cozy lunch, or a loaf of bread to take home.”

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Price:

Rosemary Focaccia $6.00
Sourdough $8.50
Country Sourdough $8.50
Olive+Herb Sourdough $10.00
Pretzel $7.00
Seeded Levain $9.00
Honey Oat $8.50
Fougasse $8.50
Local Wheat $8.00
Everything Focaccia $8.00
Baguette $7.00
Coriander Raisin Sourdough $9.00
Breakfast Sandwich $7.50
Plain Bagel $2.25
Everything Bagel $2.25
Cheddar Bagel $2.25
Apple Cider Donut $4.00
Butter Croissant $4.25
Chocolate Croissant $5.00
Ham and Cheese Croissant $5.25
Almond Croissant $5.25
Butterscotch Scone $4.20
Chocolate PB Muffin $4.20
Raspberry Cheese Danish $5.25
Coffee Cake $4.20
Cinnamon Roll $5.00
Chocolate Chip Muffin $4.20
Butterscotch Macadamia Scone $4.20

Contact:

(774) 823-3355

Mon-Sun: 7am - 2am

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Gerardo's Italian Bakery - Worcester, MA Bakeries
Gerardo's Italian Bakery - Worcester, MA Bakeries
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GERARDO'S ITALIAN BAKERY

(4.8 Score)
339 West Boylston Street, West Boylston,
Worcester, MA 01583 Directions

Since 1993

Specialty:

✓ Italian Bread ✓ Large Whoopie Pie ✓ Large Eclair ✓ Ricotta Square ✓ Blueberry Bread or Pumpkin Bread ✓ Gluten Free White Cream Roll ✓ 1 Dozen Mini Cannoli ✓ Cannoli Chips and Dip ✓ Jumbo Cookies ✓ Chocolate Truffle Bomb ✓ Lobster Tail ✓ Freshly Baked Fruit Filled Turnover ✓ Gluten Free Chocolate Cream Roll ✓ Gluten Free Chocolate Brownie

“Gerardo's Italian Bakery is a fusion of Italian and American bakery items, including special occasion cakes, served in an airy space. Gerardo Sarli is the founder of the bakery. In the bakery business for 30 years, Gerardo learned the craft as an apprentice to old-time master bakers. He perfected everything from artisan-made breads and delicate pastries to magnificent, elaborate wedding cakes. Gerardo's Italian Bakery offers breathtaking wedding cakes and the most authentic Italian cookies you can find this side of the Atlantic. Their staff is dedicated to their chosen expertise, whether that be decorating cakes, baking cookies, or crafting the perfect cheesecake. Gerardo's Italian Bakery also has cappuccino, coffee, and espresso, along with the perfect pairing of biscotti or tiramisu to brighten up your day. Gluten-free and vegan options are available at the bakery.”

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Price:

Fresh Strawberry Shortcake $48.00
Chocolate Cannoli Cake $45.00
White Cannoli Cake $45.00
Chocolate Decadence Cake $48.00
8 Inch Tiramisu Cake $48.00
7 Inch Double Layer Carrot Cake $48.00
8 Inch Cheesecake $39.99
Fruit Filled Turnovers $3.99
Large Whoopie Pie $5.99
Chocolate Truffle Bomb $6.50
Large Eclair $4.99
Lobster Tail $6.75
Ricotta Square $5.75
Blueberry Bread $7.99
Gluten Free Chocolate Cream Roll $7.25
Gluten Free White Cream Roll $7.25
Gluten Free Chocolate Brownie $6.75
Cappuccino Lattice Cake $48.00
Wedding Sampler $19.99
Regular Size Cupcake 1/2 Dozen $22.99
Gerardo's Famous Dipping Oil $6.99

Contact:

(508) 853-3434

Mon-Wed & Sun: 8am - 8pm
Thu-Sat: 8am - 8:30pm

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BIRCHTREE BREAD COMPANY REVIEWS

Cool breakfast vibes. Not from around here, but probably no secret this breakfast spot is a gem. The ham, egg, and cheese sandwich is a symphony. Savory ham, fluffy eggs, the eggs are fluffy, and the right richness of cheese. However, what truly elevated this meal were the home fries. The herb aioli, a creamy blend of garlic (?) and fresh herbs, added a burst of flavor that lingered with every bite. Accompanying it all are the potatoes, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. If you appreciate fresh, flavorful food, this breakfast spot is a must-visit.

Very spacious with a cute rustic place. Rustic interiors. We’ve visited Birchtree multiple times with or without friends and family, and always enjoyed being there. They have an easy to order system, and service is quite prompt. The taste of the bakery is excellent and meals are delicious. It’s a great spot for having a quality time with loved ones!

Excellent space for food and drinks in the Worcester area. The bread here is spectacular and the pastries are delicious. They have excellent drinks and the staff are all very nice. This is a great place to sit and chat. Love this place so much!

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CRUST ARTISAN BAKESHOP REVIEWS

What a wonderful little spot! Delicious coffee, an amazing assortment of baked goods, such friendly staff! Get there early if you want a yummy plain croissant, we went later in the afternoon and they were all sold out! Ended up getting a corn, bacon and cheese croissant, which was so good!! While we were there many people came in to buy their bread, coffee, and pies. The music is nice and soft, and the window seat is a great place for people watching. Would love to come back and try some of their other menu items, today they had a churro doughnut!

Delicious! Came here while on a work trip. Super friendly service. They had about 8 different coffee specials. The maple pancake cold brew was delightful and the cold brew had a lot of caffeine if you’re needing something with a kick. Ordered 4 different pastries and all were good. The chocolate croissant was the perfect combination of buttery and flaky and had lots of chocolate. Highly recommend if you what a great cup of coffee and a pastry to go. Not a lot of seating if you’re looking for a more sit-down cafe.

From the customer service down to the food itself was a delightful experience. The breakfast sandwiches are large and flavorful, the donuts are the correct size and perfect flavor. Don't let the artisan prices scare you away. This place is worth your time and money! I went first thing in the morning and everything was still warm. Mmmmm.

GERARDO'S ITALIAN BAKERY REVIEWS

Found out about this place thanks to a random tiktok featuring their customizable cannoli bowls, something I had never heard of before. Upon entering, I fell in love with the tasteful and over the top decor and display cases full of beautiful desserts. I wanted to try everything and definitely got greedy going for the gluten free strawberry roll, lemon cello marscapone cake, and mile high signature strawberry cake. The cream is delicious and not overly sweet. The cannoli bowl can also be one of their signature combos including a peanut butter explosion and have things added on.

Love this bakery! Gerardo made our wedding cake 17 years ago! Absolutely love all the pastries but mainly the cannolis and the strawberry ricotta cake! Love that they have gluten free options as well! Over the years I’ve ordered custom made cakes for different occasions and the experience is always great! On time and always very friendly and professional service.

Ok, if you have a craving for something home baked, but you're not a baker... This is the place to go! Pastries, cookies and cakes like Grandma (if you were lucky!) used to make. Amazing selection!

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BIRCHTREE BREAD COMPANY Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Experience: 8
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CRUST ARTISAN BAKESHOP Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Experience: 8
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

GERARDO'S ITALIAN BAKERY Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Contact Info: 9
Location Proximity: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Video: 10