You can find just about anything in the diverse borough of Brooklyn, New York. Although the surrounding area is known for its busy and on-the-go lifestyle, we encourage you to take time and wind down with some sweet and savory treats at our favorite bakeries in the borough. Don’t forget to take a quick toke before snacking on these delightful confections in downtown Brooklyn.

Mia’s has become a neighborhood go-to over the recent years. “I really believe that a good dessert gives immense happiness,” reads her website. Sick and tired of not having a reliable place with exceptional classic desserts, Mia stepped up and decided to perfect the traditions.

cHere, you can try the delightful cakes, pies, cheesecakes, cupcakes, cake pops, and even buy a few candles. The Tres Leche and Crème Brûlée cupcakes are drool-worthy. 

A sweet spot with a savory twist, Maman Cobble Hill is a beautiful and chic café at Court Street & Amity Street. For breakfast, warm up with the daily quiche, then the pastry assortment baked goods for two. They also offer a variety of sandwiches, but the pastries and sweets menu is what keeps us coming back. Some honorable mentions are definitely the Nutella Beignet, Pear Chocolate Almond Tart, and Pistachio Loaf Cake.

Located across from Pier 5 at Brooklyn Bridge Park, along the waterfront of Brooklyn Heights, Ebb & Flow is a bakery concept that was designed to suit the busy New Yorker lifestyle. Here, you can experience high-quality confections and pick them up quickly, too. This isn’t your usual sit-down bakery, but the staff’s efficiency is sure to impress any busy bee. Try the bakery’s sweet and savory bites, then end it all with the assortment of traditional viennoiserie, tea, and coffee.

At 192 Union Street, Mazzola’s Bakery has been up and running since being established by Nicolo Mazzola in 1928. This bakery prides itself on traditional and authentic recipes from Palermo, Italy. The staff here utilizes recipes passed down through the generations, and the decadent array of baked goods keeps consumers coming back for more. The family-owned and operated bakery offers authentic homemade breads, sweet and savory baked treats, and other staple Palermo goodies.

Looking for a mini-vacation to Paris? Head to Julien Boulangerie’s Parisian-style bakery. After mastering his craft in a Paris pastry school, Julien spent the last ten years working with executive chef Francois Payard where he felt inspired to open his own bakery. For Julien, it was always a dream to open a simple, unpretentious French bakery similar to what you’d find strolling the streets of Paris. He takes great pride in bringing fresh and authentic French pastries to the heart of Brooklyn.