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Tiny Jewish bakery serving bagels, breads, pastries, sandwiches and coffee. Pastry Chef Tova du Plessis has been nominated four times for a James Beard award and beat Bobby Flay with her Jewish apple cake! Offering walk-up and delivery options as well as catering offerings.
Tiny Jewish-style bakery offering breads, cakes, cookies, sandwiches & French-press coffee.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1437 Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone: (215) 271-2299
Website: http://www.essenbakery.com/
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Reviews
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The cinnamon roll was undoubtedly exquisite, and the lox bagel sandwich was plainly average. Overall, it was a good experience, but I guess my expectations were too high. I do plan to revisit to explore the menu more, though. The basque cheesecake beckons.
… moreJulian Andrews
I had been craving a really good cinnamon bun in Philly and after some research I narrowed it down between Essen Bakery and a nearby competitor. We stopped by and ordered one of the cinnamon buns, a pear pop tart and another apricot pastry I’m forgetting the name of but was similar to a fruit danish.
The cinnamon bun delivered from the hype and was extremely good. We waited until we got home and put it in the air fry for a couple minutes to help warm it up. The bun was gooey and the icing was super delicious. Alongside this, we also warmed up the pop tart which also had great icing on top of a flaky pastry. I’ll definitely be back for the cinnamon bun!
… moreThe cinnamon bun delivered from the hype and was extremely good. We waited until we got home and put it in the air fry for a couple minutes to help warm it up. The bun was gooey and the icing was super delicious. Alongside this, we also warmed up the pop tart which also had great icing on top of a flaky pastry. I’ll definitely be back for the cinnamon bun!
Evan
Been coming to Essen for a couple years and I love it. The croissant egg sandwich might be my favorite breakfast in life. It’s hard boiled egg, labneh, and zataar forming a perfect combination of savory and smooth. They have rotating flavors of homemade pop tarts that are fun and delicious. Staples like challah, whitefish, and smoked salmon are always done perfectly. This place is a must visit for some of the best pastries and breakfast in the city.
… moreXtian Gunther
4.5 for the food, actually, for one reason.
First, this place is a rare little gem unlike any found in most US cities! Small but mighty. NY-style Jewish traditions with French patisserie exactitude! EVERYTHING I tried here was either next level great (black x white cookies $4 ea.), best-ever fantastic (the ‘pop tart’) or perfect and authentic ( like the brilliant abricotine; think: poached-apricot croissant).
EVERYTHING…
EXCEPT. for. the. babka.
I tried the much-lauded babka (chocolate) twice. Both times it was rather dry (for a good babka) and lacked flavor. I was a bit taken aback. Everything else is so great but this babka wasn’t even as good as Trader Joe’s (which is decent enough), let alone the gooey, oozing ones you will find in Brooklyn or Montréal.
Nonetheless, I find great black & whites harder to come by than a good babka in my hometown Seattle and most other places. And, all the rest here is rather brilliant!
There is even a frequent customer discount club, as if one and one’s tastebuds (and diet!) needed the coaxing, to boot.
Owner/Pâtissière Tova du Plessis has done a wonderful and remarkable thing in offering her talents to Philly through Essen. Bravo!
… moreFirst, this place is a rare little gem unlike any found in most US cities! Small but mighty. NY-style Jewish traditions with French patisserie exactitude! EVERYTHING I tried here was either next level great (black x white cookies $4 ea.), best-ever fantastic (the ‘pop tart’) or perfect and authentic ( like the brilliant abricotine; think: poached-apricot croissant).
EVERYTHING…
EXCEPT. for. the. babka.
I tried the much-lauded babka (chocolate) twice. Both times it was rather dry (for a good babka) and lacked flavor. I was a bit taken aback. Everything else is so great but this babka wasn’t even as good as Trader Joe’s (which is decent enough), let alone the gooey, oozing ones you will find in Brooklyn or Montréal.
Nonetheless, I find great black & whites harder to come by than a good babka in my hometown Seattle and most other places. And, all the rest here is rather brilliant!
There is even a frequent customer discount club, as if one and one’s tastebuds (and diet!) needed the coaxing, to boot.
Owner/Pâtissière Tova du Plessis has done a wonderful and remarkable thing in offering her talents to Philly through Essen. Bravo!
Danica Chan
Visited on Sunday afternoon and they had run out of savory items. While the quality was high and textures were good, all the items were too sweet for me and I didn’t love the flavors. It’s good but not spectacular.
… moreMatthew
Cute walk up bakery (and if you’re lucky-seating at one of the few tables along the sidewalk). Fresh baked goods-their chocolate bread is amazing-and I even enjoyed it cold from the fridge the next day! On the weekend they make a special cinnamon hazelnut bread-sounds delicious and I will definitely try the next time I’m in town.
… moreHannah K
Their Zaatar Challah is sooo good. Great croissants and other pastries. The babka is also good but not the best in Philly. But in general this is a stand out bakery and you can’t go wrong with any of their offerings. Especially the Zaatar Challah – you must get this.
… moreMara Schwartz
Gotten plenty of amazing things here, sweet and savory these cookies are a throwback to COVID. Essen’s Passover desserts have been a staple at our Seders, the babka and apple cake are common additions to a family party—when we can get them!
Love their iced tea, miss the early morning coffee//babka deal in the warm weather
… moreLove their iced tea, miss the early morning coffee//babka deal in the warm weather
Christian Molnar
Great Jewish bakery in South Philly. It’s tiny and they will sellout quickly, especially on the weekend. Awesome bagels, Jewish apple cake and pretty much everything else. There is seating within the bakery, but only 3 or so tables so it’s more of a take out place. I
… moreRajeev Thomas
Great Jewish bakery. There is a tree in front of this place, that hides the sign pretty good! We walked past this place twice. South African lady at the counter was super friendly and helpful. Their chocolate babka was sold out when we got there. But had a Zatar sandwich that was really refreshingly flavorful. Jewish Apple cake moist and flavors increased as it sat in the fridge for couple days. Great place with great staff = amazing bakery experience.
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