ZipPicks Awards
Best Bakery in Belmont & Fordham
Master Critic Review
Artuso Pastry Shop
8.3
Vibes:
Sweet Treats Escapes
Birthday & Celebration Central
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Artuso Pastry Shop is a long-running Italian bakery on East 187th Street known for cakes, cookies, pastries, and a reputation for cheesecake. The storefront mixes walk-in counter service with cake orders, serving neighborhood regulars and people picking up desserts for gatherings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Italian cheesecake, Cannoli, Assorted Italian cookies
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 7.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Neighborhood bakery where whole cakes and pastry boxes anchor holiday and party spreads.
Who should go: Anyone needing Italian cakes or desserts for gatherings.
When to visit: Earlier in the day for the widest cake and pastry choices.
What to order: Slice of cheesecake, cannoli, mixed cookie box.
Insider tip: If you want a custom cake, visit in person to see design options before ordering.