Last Updated: 15 days ago
Phone: (718) 331-8430
Address: 7001 18 AVENUE 11204
Brooklyn's go-to for authentic Italian & Sicilian pastries, w/ unique salted croissants & soy cakes. Not too sweet, great prices!
This Brooklyn bakery is a gem for authentic Italian pastries and desserts, blending traditional Sicilian flavors with a nod to modern trends. Customers rave about the extensive selection, from classic cannoli and cornetti to unique soy cakes and salted croissants, all reasonably priced and often praised for not being overly sweet. It's a highly recommended spot for anyone seeking a genuine taste of Italy.
This bakery specializes in Italian and Sicilian pastries, cakes, and baked goods, with a particular emphasis on not being overly sweet. Standout items include salted croissants and soy cakes, alongside traditional favorites like cannoli and cornetti. The espresso and gelato also receive positive mentions.
"Customers frequently recommend the cannoli and salted croissants. Other highly praised items include douru soy cakes, cornetti, gelato, and various pastries."
Overall, customers are highly satisfied, praising the authentic Italian and Sicilian pastries, reasonable prices, and unique flavor profiles. Many consider it a top bakery for items like cannoli and croissants.
Important Note
One comment mentions the presence of a political sign that may be off-putting to some customers.
"This user suggests getting 'anything' from Villabate Alba."
Positive"The user recalls purchasing malloreddus pasta from an Italian store in the Bay Ridge area near Villabate Alba years ago. They suggest checking this store for the product."
Neutral"The author questioned why Villabbate Alba's cannoli were not included on an essential pastry list for NYC."
Neutral"Lives in the area and confirms Villabate Alba is a go-to spot for cannoli and other treats, even for grandmothers."
Positive"Highly recommends Villabate Alba, mentioning a personal tradition of visiting with family for desserts, and humorously noting the staff's consistent expression."
Positive"Shared a delightful moment with neighborhood children while enjoying a cannoli and other pastries at Villabate Alba, highlighting the freshness and quality."
Positive"Described a positive experience with coffee and pastries, including biscotti, from Villabate Alba, noting a return visit for more."
Positive"Rates Villabate Alba higher than Fortunato Brothers, recommending it for those exploring South Brooklyn."
Positive"Recommended for cannoli in Brooklyn, suggesting it's worth the journey for those exploring the borough."
Positive"Villabate Alba is recommended for pastries."
Positive"Villabate Alba in Bensonhurst is recommended for pastries."
Positive"Villabate Alba Bakery on 18th Ave is suggested for great pastries after visiting Krispy Pizza on 13th Ave."
Positive"Puts Alba at the top of their list and will try the Cartocci dolce."
Positive"Recommends going to Villabate Alba (referred to as Alba) and trying their gelato and Cartocci dolce."
Positive"Claims Villabate Alba is the best Sicilian bakery in the country, praising their cannoli, Caserta, gelato, espresso, marzipan, and cookies."
Positive"States Villabate Alba is great but mentions a political sign that may be off-putting to some."
Neutral"Recommends skipping Villabate Alba and going to Tasty Pastry on 13th instead."
Negative"Plans to visit Villabate Alba soon."
Neutral"A commenter recommends Villabate Alba bakery, suggesting it's a reliable choice."
Positive"Recommended in Brooklyn, this bakery offers a 'younger' selection influenced by recent Japan/West/China trends, is reasonably priced, and not too sweet. Their salted croissants and douru soy cakes are highlighted as unique standouts in NYC."
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