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Madonia Brothers Bakery
$ · Italian

2348 Arthur Ave, Bronx, NY 10458
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Best Italian in Belmont & Fordham

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Madonia Brothers Bakery 8.3
Belmont
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Hidden Gems Heaven Quick Bites Champions Sweet Treats Escapes
Operating on Arthur Avenue since 1918, Madonia Brothers Bakery is a classic Italian bakery known for its cannoli, bread, and cookies rather than sit-down meals. It’s where neighborhood residents and visitors stop for fresh loaves, pastries, and holiday specialties before or after an Italian meal nearby.
Must-Try Dishes: Cannoli, Olive Bread, Assorted Biscotti
Scores:
Value: 8.7 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 8.5 Food Quality: 8.8 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 8.9
What makes it special: Century-old Italian bakery anchoring Arthur Avenue’s bread and pastry scene.
Who should go: Anyone building an Arthur Avenue food crawl or dessert run.
When to visit: Mornings or late afternoons before popular breads sell out.
What to order: Fresh cannoli, olive bread, assorted biscotti by the pound.
Insider tip: Grab bread here first, then carry it into nearby parks or home dinners.