ZipPicks Awards
Best Bakery in Forest Hills
Master Critic Review
Andre’s Hungarian Bakery
8.0
A long-running Forest Hills Hungarian bakery known for strudels, old-world cakes, and a pastry lineup that leans butter-forward and traditional. The best results come from sticking to their signature lane—one strudel, one cookie-style pastry, and a simple coffee—rather than chasing every display-case item.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Strudel, Cheese Pie, Fruit Tart
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 6.9
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Old-school Hungarian pastry craft with a strudel-first identity.
Who should go: Strudel loyalists and nostalgic pastry buyers
When to visit: Morning for best case variety
What to order: Apple strudel, cheese pie, fruit tart
Insider tip: Order strudel by the slice first—then commit to a whole one.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Queens Boulevard and nearby side streets; can be tight during weekday mornings and weekends, easier mid-afternoon.
Dress code: Casual—jeans, sweaters, everyday wear all fit right in.
Noise level: Low to moderate—quiet counter-service atmosphere, easy conversation.
Weekend wait: Not applicable—daytime bakery; weekends may have a short counter line (5–10 minutes).
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or a very brief line outside peak morning hours.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—most pastries are vegetarian, including strudels, tortes, and cookies.
Vegan options: Very limited—traditional butter- and dairy-forward baking; vegan options are not a focus and may be unavailable.
Gluten-free options: No—Hungarian pastries rely heavily on wheat flour; no dedicated gluten-free program.
Best For
Better for: Classic Central European pastries—especially strudel and old-world cakes—done in a nostalgic, no-frills style.
Consider Alternatives If: You’re looking for modern French-style laminations, vegan/gluten-free options, or a café built for long sit-downs.