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Termini Bros Bakery
1523 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, United States
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Ch
Review №1

Hands down a must visit when in Philly. Or even if you live here and are in the market for an Italian sweet. It’s an icon. Hard to suggest a favorite but try the pig ears (doesn’t sound good but it’s amazing!). Come and enjoy the hood authentic Italian pastries.

An
Review №2

My boyfriend and I love stopping by this bakery whenever we are in South Philly. Thank you for providing us with delicious, beautiful, and exciting cakes! Their cheesecake is incredible, cookies are tasty, but we both have a weakness for those adorable little cakes 🎂!!

Ed
Review №3

We had to stop before leaving PA and I am so glad we did. This is the first bakery I walked in that took me back to my childhood in Argentina. The atmosphere, the decor, the delicious smell...man it was a trip down memory lane for me. Every single thing we got was beyond good!! The canoli, the pecan diamond, the sfogliatella, the cookies all very very good. I will definitely be back if Im ever in Philly again.

Vi
Review №4

My wife wanted pastries when we arrived and magically we ran across this place! It was so good we had to hit it again on the way back to the airport! So, so good!

ne
Review №5

Offers great variety of sweet goodies. The tiramisu cake was a bomb.

RJ
Review №6

There are many Italian bakeries in S Philly but Termini’s is tops.Our two favorites are their cannoli and the banana dipped in chocolate.The cannoli shell is always fresh and tasty but what makes termini’s cannoli the best is the cream, not too sweet and smooth texture. This is the gold standard for cannoli, Isgro’s is really good also but termini’s is the best.The banana looks like a plain chocolate dipped banana but what is under the chocolate is amazing. It’s a banana on an amaretto cookie with raspberry jam and French buttercream, truly the bomb!The location itself is super clean and really a must see. Also, the staff are helpful and friendly AND they have their own parking lot for their customers!

Gr
Review №7

Favorite canoli and cakes. biscotti for the coffee in the morning or afternoon

Su
Review №8

Always the best bakery!Support them during Covid! All masked & separating the customers well!

Mi
Review №9

It doesn’t get any better. Cannoli, cake, cookies. One of my happy places!

So
Review №10

I used to love coming here as a kid in the 90s with my dad. They would give out cupcakes. Great place.

An
Review №11

One of the best bakeries in Philly, greatest in the city if you ask ant. There italian bakes I would put up against anyones. Their cheesecake it melts in my mouth &in my heart. Birthdays wouldnt be as special oh GOD HOW ABOUT THIER CHRISTMAS BAKE CAKES.!!!

Ra
Review №12

Very fast service. I ordered a chocolate mousse. The cake crumb was dry, but the mousse was excellent. $7 for one.

Em
Review №13

Came here for the first time and got the tiramisu pastry. Right near the entrance, was a guitar and mandolin duo playing Italian folk music and they made my first visit at this bakery so much more memorable. Would love to come back here again when I visit Philly!

Sh
Review №14

I ordered a cake from Termini Bros for my grandsons christening reception. It was beautiful, delicious and delivered at the time requested. I highly recommend them!

La
Review №15

Canollis to die for

Ap
Review №16

This place is amazing. The staff are always willing to answer questions. The quality of service is no doubt some of the best, and the products are too quality. Definitely go this place for all of your bakery needs.

Te
Review №17

Best Easter bread ever. Its definitely a favorite. Cannoli is good too. The ricotta melts in your mouth

Ri
Review №18

A South Phila institution and a must try for anyone who has never had their baked goods before. Of course they are known for their cannolis but everything is absolutely delicious! I can’t get enough of their biscotti, sfogliatelle, tea biscuits, cakes etcetera!

Je
Review №19

Thank you so much to the cake decorator for bringing our superhero vision to life! The cake was delicious and gorgeous...until we smooshed the top en route to our party. It was still awesome, even though the final product wasn’t what we planned (just imagine the two photos below, if they were decorated at the same time). Thank you again!Btw - the 14” cake can easily serve over 60 people. We had 40, and have more than half left. Don’t shy away because of the number of servings.

Ju
Review №20

Our wedding cake was delicious and the best wedding cake we’ve ever tasted! The chocolate cake is the best and vanilla comes in second. I like that we were able to pick up our cake trial and do it at home. That was really cool. Also, the staff was very responsive to emails and texts, which was important since we had to reschedule our wedding due to Covid. What a Delicious and beautiful cake. Thank you!

Li
Review №21

Delicious Canolis!!! Very crispy

Mi
Review №22

Went to pick up a pre-order.it was ready and I not have to wait for it.

Rh
Review №23

We used Termini for our wedding cake and the cake and entire experience was amazing! The only issue is we wanted a black wedding cake, and since they would only do butter cream and not fondant, the butter cream turned EVERYONES (including mine and my husbands) mouths blue! It was really embarrassing. I just wish we knew that before we agreed to the black. Final words - DON’T GET A DARK COLORED BUTTER CREAM CAKE!!!

Br
Review №24

Always the best quality Italian bakery, they never disappoint

Ma
Review №25

The best canolis in the world.

Je
Review №26

An authentic cannoli!

Co
Review №27

We got our wedding cake from Terminis and couldnt be happier. It came out great and everyone loved it...and it was delicious!

Ch
Review №28

Old world charm, friendly and helpful service the best baked treats can be found at this classic gem of a bakery!

Jo
Review №29

Absolutely Loved Termini Bros Bakery! Cannolis are filled fresh, right in front of you! Prices are little high, but well worth each and every cent! Definitely worth a stop if you’re passing through Philly and hungry for a sweet treat! 10/10 would recommend!

R
Review №30

Reasonably priced and delicious cake for wedding. Everyone loved it!

Ma
Review №31

The best cannoli and friendliest staff.

Lo
Review №32

More expensive each time we go there.But so worth it.

Kr
Review №33

My family has been going here for Zeppole for decades. The bakery goods are delicious but the front of house is so rude that its not worth the traditional trip anymore.I hope the cashiers and front of house can be trained to treat customers with more courtesy. also a suggestion: please do not offer curbside service for online orders if you do not actually offer it. Upon calling the store to let them know I was there for curbside per instructions, I was told the store doesnt offer that service (despite both my order, and the receipt attached to the bag, both reading For Curbside ). I love Terminis but i think ive had my last venture there, for now.

Gi
Review №34

I went to Terminis Bakery yesterday and I bought the Ricotta Cheese Easter Pie and I also bought the round Braided EASTER Cake with Little candies and they both were delicious. Also Terminis ItalianCream Rumcake is Delicious and we buy it all year around. Terminis has the best in South Philly.

Do
Review №35

You have never tasted a more exquisite Banana Cream Pie then those made here. Unbelievable!

Ju
Review №36

Very clean and courteous. Small bakery but can make anything. Cannoli and strawberry shortcake are the best. Fresh berries and frosting is not too sweet but creamy and light. 10inch costs $50. They have their own parking lot so no worries about finding parking. Daily baked goods are out for your cravings like biscotti, cupcakes, minis, etc.

Re
Review №37

The best ricotta cannoli

Pa
Review №38

Thank you very much for the great suggestions. When my work schedule switched I had to change my plans last minute for my fathers 65th birthday, the staff was quick to help. The cake was lovely and even more delicious then you can imagine.

AR
Review №39

Gives the vibe of authentic Italian bakery. The staff are really nice and helpful and maintaining all covid rules. We loved the Canoli and cheesecake. The tiramisu cake was okay.

Da
Review №40

Another wonderful experience with my child.

Ps
Review №41

The most incredible bakery in all the world!

Ka
Review №42

First time in the original Bakery! What an experience!! The staff were so kind, friendly and helpful, I highly recommend to everyone! The business will be 100 years old this coming March!

Sa
Review №43

THE BEST bakery EVER . Came from New Jersey to get my Italian Rum Cake 🎂 because IT IS THE BEST . I have been coming here for over 60 years . Such high quality and the people who work here are so very friendly ❤

Li
Review №44

We had a blast despite COVID-19 safeguards.

Dr
Review №45

I say this quite seriously and deliberately: Termini makes the Platonic Ideal of cannoli—not just “great”, not even just “best”—but in my mind, they are truly, flawlessly perfect. They’re pricey, but worth it.

Ch
Review №46

Amazing. Very friendly and helpful staff. I wouldnt miss out on it. Try everything.

Ca
Review №47

Im all for social distancing and rules, but if you cant handle having more than 1 customer in a space far larger than the other bakeries in the area who follow six feet and actually managed to stay open through this, please, fo us a favor and stay closed. We need businesses that actually know how to treat customers. Ill be taking my business to Vallaros and Isgros, where customers are actually treated with dignity.

Ar
Review №48

I never had a bad experience here. Everything is delicious.

Ma
Review №49

We got our Wedding Cake here from Terminis. Obviously it was delicious, but was also a beautiful cake. I recieved several compliments during the wedding about how beautiful of a cake, and where we got it from. Top notch. Thats how places like this stay in buisness forever, Delivering Quality. Top notch.

Fr
Review №50

NEVER a bad experience!!!

He
Review №51

Incredible! Best in town!

Be
Review №52

Its a nice atmosphere its just that when people of color go in there it seems as though they said a colored person to come and wait on them and thats not good

Ch
Review №53

Friendly staff and delicious pastries.

AN
Review №54

Delicious cakes..!!!

Ra
Review №55

Love it here, I went in a tour if the bakery and the history of it.

Jo
Review №56

Banana and jelly thing on a cookie dipped in chocolate. Damn.

Sa
Review №57

The services was very quick and the food was super delicious. The place was cozy and comfortable enough. The ambiance was cool enough too. The price was also genuine as per that much tasty food . Overall nice place

Mi
Review №58

Came early (before 10AM) and parked in the loading zone, super easy. Surprisingly not busy in the morning, service was great. The person who assisted in my order was knowledgeable and friendly. This place is like its own mini museum, a completely different experience than the reading terminal outlet. Of course, pastries are delicious, traditional style.

Ry
Review №59

Overpriced and overrated.

I
Review №60

I was absolutely delighted to go into a REAL BAKERY with the BEST customer service ever! The cannolis are delicious, the eclairs are so good with real pastry cream and the Italian rum cake was authentic! We were given a tour of the bakery and I was super impressed with the organization and cleanliness of the operation. I’m a baker/cake decorator by trade and have worked in a couple of places...this place is where it’s at!!!

Na
Review №61

Still a stable, Italian live music. Just wish the staff where more helpful assisting an selecting goods to new comes. Slow on serve, quick to collect cash.

Ke
Review №62

My husband and I used Termini Bros for our wedding cake on 10/13/17 and could not be happier! The consultation was such a pleasure (and cake tasting was amazing!) and they executed our vision perfectly. We would highly recommend Termini Bros to anyone looking for a stunning and delicious wedding/special event cake!

Ra
Review №63

Parking is tough in this neighborhood. A little known secret is that there is a dedicated parking lot for their bakery a bit further down the road which a lot of people miss! I have witnessed a lot of people driving past this lot trying to find parking to come to the bakery! Nicest staff ever! They will come out from behind the counters and help you select the stuff and will explain anything you want to know about their baked goods! They were so nice! Made me feel all special! :) Cookies were great, a bit on the very sweet side! But very flavorful! I am not a cannoli fan. But I tried a classic version anyways. The ricotta filling was a bit grainy, I would have preferred a smoother filling. Thats just me though! Staff wins my vote!

as
Review №64

Got there near six, it wasnt packed at all. the bill was fair i would say. makes me feel like i am back in tucson.

C
Review №65

Super place to meet and chat with coworkers. The staff was very welcoming and observant. Bring your hunger - portions are filling. Food is like a restaurant in Louisville I liked.

Sh
Review №66

This was the most delicious pastry shop I have ever been to. Everything I purchased was delicious. I would definitely take another day trip to Philly just for a Pats cheesesteak and anything from Terminis.

Di
Review №67

This place is amazing i order my baby shower cake it came out so beautiful and i got two other cakes. All 3 cakes was amazing tasted great thank you guys so much i was so happy with everything.

ta
Review №68

The food was tasty. the service was friendly and sociable. it has a good atmosphere.

Ti
Review №69

Love most of the pastries and the family environment

Ki
Review №70

In all fairness, this review is based on a single purchase. We got a chocolate cupcake as a special treat for our kids. They liked it (how can young kids resist anything with that much sugar??), but I thought it was kind of dry, and the flavor was just OK. One bite was plenty for me! On a positive note, service was very quick, and the displays do look nice.

El
Review №71

The sales people are super sweet and helpful. Everything there looked wonderful and the whole place is very tidy. The chocolate covered banana was so heavenly and hands down the best consumption method for bananas I have yet encountered.

Ca
Review №72

We always liked this place with the wonderful delicious pastries sold out of an authentic Italian beautiful bakery. Folks here are always so nice and yesterday when we stopped in to pick up a few items to take a family gathering, the young man who took care of us (wish I wrote his name down) was totally awesome. If you are visiting Philly, this would be one of the must go to places. Their location in the Reading Terminal Market is very nice as well, but experiencing the traditional bakery setting is a very enjoyable. They also have a free parking lot immediately past the store when coming down 8th street .

Mi
Review №73

So bought the banana this time on Saturday, by Sunday it was kinda mush and although looked delicious, too mushy to eat. And it was kept cold. So, maybe just a bad batch... Id like to try a fresh one.....

Ro
Review №74

The little cakes was the best around

Fa
Review №75

I bought my friend a cake from here and it was 100% perfect. Ordering was easy (I believe they made me 50% deposit down. Now that I think about it I need to double check, because I paid full price in the store)Anyway, The cake was fluffy, warm, creamy and weighted (which is a good thing). It is a little more than twice the price of a normal birthday cake at most bakeries. It is also almost trice the size though.Vanilla Cake Layer- Half Sheet - $100Usually its $35 - $50 max. I wouldnt say the $100 was fully worth it as the cake didnt blow my mind, but it was perfect. The staff was very friendly, the inside was very clean from my perspective, and it smells like..... idk the most beautiful or delicious thing you can think of.Im ordering another cake from here, since the bakery I use to go to (Denises) burned down.To Make a Long Story Short: I RECOMMEND THEM

Ma
Review №76

Great friendly service

Tr
Review №77

Was told by a native that this place had the best cannolis in the world. Not sure about the world but they are the best I have ever had. The staff was so friendly. I will be stopping in to get a dozen to take home any time I am within 60 miles. Worth going out of the way to get to

Ly
Review №78

Nice place but expected more of a variety in cheesecakes. There was only plain and chocolate marble swirl. I was longing for a strawberry cheesecake. Cute place, just needs more a variety. Staff was wonderful.

Be
Review №79

For those of you who visited this bakery as a child as I did with my mother, rest assured, it is exactly the same now as it was then. Impeccably clean, friendly, consistently delicious. Its the same rum cake and cookies I ate as a child. The torrone are amazing, and the cupcakes are still colorful and moist. I never regret money spent here. It can transport me back to my childhood with one bite. Simply, amazingly, wonderfully delightful.

Ma
Review №80

I had a wonderful experience with Termini Bros ordering a gift for Valentines Day. I visited the Bakery a month ago when I visited Philly and I knew I had to send my Italian grandmother a box of assorted cookies. When I ordered online I accidentally entered the wrong shipping address. I called the company to make the correction and was quickly helped! Not only did the gift arrive at the correct address, it made it in time for Valentines and in nice wrapping with a red ribbon. My grandmother was delighted! I am very impressed with the quality and service that Termini Bros offers.

Ca
Review №81

They have bakery tours and the ambience feels like a classic Italian American bakery. Love the smell as you walk in. They make individual pastries and a variety of cakes and even wedding cakes. Everyone should come and try their Italian Cream cake. Very tasty!!!

Ri
Review №82

Great bakery in South Philadelphia. I happened to be driving by and saw a spot in front, so I stopped. I didnt realize it was famous at the time.When you walk into this small bakery, there are glass cases along both sides and a huge table in the middle with freshly baked goodies covering everything.When I walked in with my two friends, they asked if we had been there before. We said no and they offered us a tour. We fully expected them to just explain the desserts, but they gave us hats and took us in the back door a tour of the kitchen. This was quite awesome to see how everything is made, even gave us a sample!Once back out in the store front they explained everything to us. One of the cashiers walked around with a big tasty and grabbed everything we wanted. They also had boxes they could fill with cannolis or Italian cookies for a set price.It is simply a great Italian bakery, super friendly staff, everything made on the premises, highly recommend!

Ma
Review №83

Knowledgeable staff, free parking on street and in parking lot. Pastries are good but were overpriced in comparison to others. Square cheesecake is $18; I usually get similar for $12. Cake by the slice $5 a bit pricey too.

Ju
Review №84

Really friendly and the cannoli are delicious. Rich filling, crunchy shell. Ill be back to try more

He
Review №85

Great service. Pineapple cake was awesome. I highly recommend them they are best bakers in town.

Li
Review №86

Super awesome environment, old fashioned, lo ed the old till. Service was very nice. Cant wait to try the pond cake!

Br
Review №87

Love this bakery! Professional, friendly service. The baked goods are superb and we come from North Carolina!

Tr
Review №88

Their treats are incredible. Their prices are outrageously expensive. for special occasions and for getting people gifts I come here when I want the best. Any other day I will go to another local Italian bakery to save some money.

An
Review №89

Wonderful Sicilian Bakery, thats been at it for many years. They have things you cant find in other places. Very friendly staff, always tasty, and they do mail order!

Br
Review №90

These are some of the nicest people! Give kids free cupcakes just for coming in!

Pr
Review №91

I have always gone to the bakery at RTM! Always gotten fresher then the flagship store! NOT TODAY! I bought a previously frozen marble cake for 20.00 and it was awful!!!! Previously frozen really!!!???? The worst after taste ever!!!!!! So disappointed in Terminis!!

Di
Review №92

Excellent selection of Italian pastry. The people who work there are very helpful. Everything is fresh.

Bi
Review №93

Everyone knows what this place is famous for, but the tea biscuits are 2nd to none.

Vi
Review №94

This is the place to go to get the goods! And the chocolate covered banana is a game changer. Never had a bad pastry from this joint so anytime we are within a 30 mile radius, its a stop that is worth the trip. #kulinarymafia approved..🍽

Lo
Review №95

On a recent trip to Philly we we picked up some cannolis. Our dad said these cannolis were the best he ever had!

Be
Review №96

Love this location! Everything is laid out and one of the employees walks around with you to collect the delicacies your choose before packaging them up in their classic blue and white boxes!

Th
Review №97

Great place just a little slow.

Pa
Review №98

My now husband and I worked with Nikki from Terminis and could not of had a better time. She was so professional and knowledgeable. We were very confidant in making our decisions with Terminis. Our guests are still telling us about how delicious our cake was! We had four tiers, including raspberry cake with raspberry filling, Lemon cake with raspberry filling, and chocolate chip with chocolate ganache.... Let me tell you it was beyond good. The cake was so fresh, moist, and soft. We even plan to get a mini cake from Terminis every year for our anniversary after our top cake runs out on our first anniversary. Thank you for making our day so wonderful with your cake!With love, Kyle and Patsy 9/20/19

An
Review №99

If there was every a place I could rate greater than five stars for the raspberry swirl cake (no icing), this would be it.The cake is medium soft on the inside, a good bite to the crust on the outside it is BURSTING with flavors in every bite. The best part, this is probably the most reasonably priced item on their menu. $15 gets you a cake that will serve 6-8 hapsees.

Do
Review №100

Classic Italian traditional bakery. The cakes cookies and pastries are a traditional Italian holiday must or any day with coffee thats all you need. They will ship anywhere a must!!!

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  • Address:1523 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, United States
  • Site:http://termini.com/
  • Phone:+1 215-334-1816
Categories
  • Cookie shop
  • Bakery
  • Wholesale bakery
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–7PM
  • Thursday:10AM–7PM
  • Friday:10AM–7PM
  • Saturday:10AM–7PM
  • Sunday:10AM–7PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
Health & safety
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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