National Bakery & Deli – American
Step into a nostalgic sanctuary of sweetness where the air is perfumed with rich cocoa and fresh cream, and glass cases shimmer with an array of meticulously layered tortes. Masterfully crafted creations like the velvety Sacher Torte and the vibrant Raspberry Ganache invite pure indulgence, showcasing a dedication to old-world pastry techniques and artisanal flair. Whether you are seeking a classic Boston Creme Pie or a custom-designed masterpiece, every visit feels like a celebration of the finer things in life.
South 16th Street +14146721620 https://www.nationalbakery.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at National Bakery & Deli
Dairy-Free at National Bakery & Deli
National Bakery & Deli in Philadelphia has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Cordial Torte, Lemon Cordial Torte and Sacher Torte. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at National Bakery & Deli
National Bakery & Deli in Philadelphia has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Cordial Torte, Lemon Cordial Torte and Sacher Torte. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at National Bakery & Deli
National Bakery & Deli in Philadelphia has 27 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Apple Dumpling, Raspberry Cordial Torte and Chocolate Cupcake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at National Bakery & Deli
National Bakery & Deli in Philadelphia has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Cordial Torte, Lemon Cordial Torte and Potato Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at National Bakery & Deli
National Bakery & Deli in Philadelphia has 27 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Mousse Torte, Apple Dumpling and Cream Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at National Bakery & Deli
National Bakery & Deli in Philadelphia has 8 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Apple Dumpling, Deli Salad and Raspberry Cordial Torte. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at National Bakery & Deli
National Bakery & Deli in Philadelphia has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Deli Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at National Bakery & Deli
National Bakery & Deli in Philadelphia has 28 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Mousse Torte, Apple Dumpling and Cream Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at National Bakery & Deli
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Deli Meats by the Pound | 8.6 g | 79.5 g |
| Custom Sandwich | 91.7 g | 50.1 g |
| Buns & Rolls | 85.1 g | 42.2 g |
| German Chocolate Torte | 39.2 g | 15.7 g |
| Cherry Dumpling | 65.2 g | 15.5 g |
| Yellow Cupcake | 44.3 g | 14.6 g |
| Cream Cheese Cake | 42.9 g | 11.9 g |
| Filled Coffee Cake | 56.2 g | 10.6 g |
| Cream Pie | 33 g | 9.9 g |
| Strawberry Shortcake Torte | 59.3 g | 8.2 g |
| Black Forest Torte | 83.2 g | 7.8 g |
| Raspberry Ganache Torte | 40.4 g | 6.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its diverse menu variety, guests at National appreciate the broad selection of options that consistently meet expectations for a reliable meal. Reviewers highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff, noting that the approachable atmosphere makes it a dependable choice for a casual dinner. While the service follows a more relaxed pace, the experience is praised for its friendly hospitality and the wide range of dishes available to diners.
Menu
Cakes & Tortes
- Custom Cake - $6: Flavors: Chocolate, Yellow, Marble, Banana. Fillings: Cherry, Lemon, Pineapple, Raspberry, Strawberry, Custard. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Black Forest Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Chocolate Mousse Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- German Chocolate Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Lemon Cordial Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Oreo Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Raspberry Cordial Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Raspberry Ganache Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sacher Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Boston Creme Pie - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Strawberry Shortcake Torte - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cream Cheese Cake - $6: Available in Cherry, Plain, or Turtle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Cupcakes & Muffins
- Banana Cupcake - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Cupcake - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Filled Cupcake - $6: Filled with buttercream and topped with fudge icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Yellow Cupcake - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Assorted Muffins - $6: Apple, Banana Nut, Blueberry, Chocolate Chip, Cranberry, Fruit & Nut, Lemon Poppyseed, Pumpkin, Sour Cream & Raisin, Wheat Bran Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breads & Rolls
- Fresh Baked Bread Loaf - $6: White, Oatmeal, Cheese, Cinnamon, Dutch Crust, Egg Twist, Vienna, Irish Soda, French, Italian, Raisin, Rye, Wheat Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buns & Rolls - $6: Hot Dog, Brat, Hamburger, Bombers, Dinner Rolls, Hard Rolls Available at: dinner, lunch
Pastries & Donuts
- Filled Coffee Cake - $6: Cherry, Custard, Strawberry, Danish, Raspberry, Apple, Apricot Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Danish - $6: Butterhorn, Cheese, Cherry, Maple Pecan, Streusel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Paczki - $6: Butter or Regular with various glazes and fillings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast
- Assorted Donuts - $6: Cake, Long John, Persian, Bismark, Butter Twist, Cheese Pocket, Cruller, Honeymooner, Ring Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Pies & Tarts
- Double Crust Pie - $6: Apple, Cherry, Strawberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Cream Pie - $6: Banana, Chocolate, Coconut, Grasshopper, Lemon, Pineapple, Pumpkin, Strawberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Dutch Pie - $6: Apple, Cherry, Pineapple Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Apple Dumpling - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Cherry Dumpling - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Deli & Sandwiches
- Custom Sandwich - $6: Choice of meat, cheese, vegetables, and condiments on fresh bread or roll Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deli Salad - $6: Chicken, ColeSlaw, Egg, German, German Potato, Gramma's Potato, Tuna Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deli Meats by the Pound - $6: Bologna, Ham, Liver Sausage, Salami, Summer Sausage, Turkey Breast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickles - $6: Spears or Whole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Chips - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Coffee - $6
- Bottled Water - $6
- Juice - $6
- Lemonade - $6
- Milk - $6
- Soda - $6
Frequently Asked Questions about National Bakery & Deli
- Is National Bakery & Deli dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. National Bakery & Deli has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Cordial Torte, Lemon Cordial Torte and Sacher Torte.
- What can I eat at National Bakery & Deli on a dairy-free diet?
- Raspberry Cordial Torte, Lemon Cordial Torte and Sacher Torte carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does National Bakery & Deli have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Raspberry Cordial Torte and Lemon Cordial Torte.
- Is National Bakery & Deli gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at National Bakery & Deli?
- Deli Meats by the Pound, at roughly 79.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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