I already loved Bywater Bakery from stopping by their window for treats a couple times. But we ended up choosing them to make our wedding cake, and could not be happier we did! We had a 3-tier cake with both chocolate and vanilla cake options, and fresh fruit in every layer. It was so delicious! We had multiple people rave to us about how yummy it was. They were super easy to schedule a tasting with and communicate with in the planning process.
I asked my coworker for her favorite bakery and she replied quickly with the biggest smile, Bywater Bakery. It was her going away party and I ordered their amazing ‘Chocolate Strawberry Chantilly’. The Habitat for Humanity team loved the fresh chocolate dipped strawberries, the icing, the filling, and yes the cake.
Ordering and paying online was easy and when I picked up, they offered to bring it to my car. They have excellent customer service and so many choices. Inside is very unique with tons of art and New Orleans memorabilia with history and displays of treats. And it smells amazing. Thank you so much!!
This place is great. I’ve had king cake for Mardi Gras which is my favorite in the city, especially the chantilly and crawfish. I also recently had the thanksgiving sandwich and the tuna melt which are both freaking delicious.
Great little spot. Busy but we were served quickly by friendly staff. Rosemary sweet roll was my favorite. Breakfast gumbo was served in a deep cup, would have been easier to eat in a shallow bowl.
If I got my birthday cake here, this place has to be great. I had the pleasure of trying the Berry - Chantilly cream King Cake here around Mardi Gras and fell in love ! The apple turnovers are perfectly light, tasty and delicious. Whoever took my order over phone, was amazing and a charm. Thank you!!!
I got a vegan chocolate cake for my friend’s birthday this week, and WOW! This was a 12/10. The cake was so moist and decadent. The price was very reasonable and the staff was great! I will be ordering my birthday cake from here too :)
This place is an absolute treat, the quality of the pastries and cakes are great! Despite the crowds, they’re always able to help everybody pretty quickly, they’re helpful to people who have questions about the different options. Don’t skip out on the food from the kitchen either!
Delicious pastry, cakes, and coffee. We had the Chocolate Strawberry Chantilly cake and it was amazing. I made sure to order my king cake while I was there.
Love this bakery! Always so many yummy options to choose from! Their praline pie is amazing! I grabbed a cinnamon roll to go for my husband and he enjoyed it. We also got a Chantilly cake and it was very well done. We will return!
In A Nutshell:
-The Bywater Bakery is a hub in the Bywater neighborhood of NOLA.
-Located on the the corner of Dauphine + Independence Streets, you'll easily spot this red painted neighborhood bakery.
-I tried out their Bacon, Eggs, Grits + Cheese in a cup breakfast & it was perfect.
-They have many other delish baked items that I saw such as Pecan Sandies, Apple Turnovers, Chocolate Croissants, Sweet Potato Sticky Buns, Oatmeal Cookies, Blueberry Coconut Scones + Butterscotch Pecan Scones.
-Unfortunately, I didn't try the baked goods, but that shouldn't stop you from trying them out.
-They also are famous for their King Cakes, which I saw many people order & pick up while I was enjoying my breakfast.
-Everytime someone was handed a cake, they would say, "Happy Birthday".
Overall, this is a mom & pop owned store where everyone can feel welcome!
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