Padoca Bakery – American
The air at Padoca Bakery is thick with the comforting scent of toasted cheese and caramelized sugar, drawing guests into a bright, whimsical space that feels like a warm Brazilian embrace. Golden, chewy PDQs emerge hot from the oven with a satisfying crunch, perfectly complemented by a vibrant array of velvety brigadeiros that melt into decadent notes of chocolate, coconut, and tropical guava. This playful neighborhood sanctuary celebrates artisanal tradition with every bite, offering a soulful and sun-drenched escape from the everyday.
1st Avenue https://padocabakery.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic
What to order at Padoca Bakery
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee Beans, 12 oz bag | 51.7 g | 30.4 g |
| Coffee Cake Loaf | 82.2 g | 29 g |
| Empadinhas, Mini Pot Pies | 41.6 g | 27 g |
| Banana Chocolate Chip Bread | 5.2 g | 19.7 g |
| Smiley Face Sugar Cookies | 55.8 g | 18.7 g |
| Turf Cake - Super Bowl | 47.7 g | 14.6 g |
| Sprinkle Explosion Cake | 164 g | 11.1 g |
| Double Chocolate Chip Loaf | 71.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Valentine's Day Mini Conversation Heart Cakes | 44.2 g | 4.6 g |
| Cookie Butter Brigadeiro | 16.2 g | 1.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate Padoca for its consistently excellent food and satisfying portions, with long-time diners noting that the menu offerings remain impressive even after dozens of visits. Reviewers highlight the inviting atmosphere and the polite, knowledgeable service that ensures every dinner is a memorable experience.
Menu
PDQ® Brazilian Cheese Bread
Naturally gluten free (made with cassava flour!) and the perfect snack.
- *BAKED* PDQ® Box - $48: Naturally gluten free Brazilian cheese bread made with cassava flour Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- *BAKED* Mini PDQs Box of 36 - $52: Naturally gluten free Brazilian cheese bread made with cassava flour Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- *ORIGINAL SIZE* Bake at Home PDQs, 2 Pack - $50: Frozen Brazilian cheese bread for home baking Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bake at Home Mini PDQs, 3 Pack - $42: Frozen mini Brazilian cheese bread for home baking Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
Brigadeiro
A velvety soft, creamy, and totally irresistible traditional Brazilian treat.
- Brigadeiro, Sampler Box - $35: Velvety soft, creamy traditional Brazilian treat Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Brigadeiro, Traditional Chocolate - $35 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Coconut (Beijinho) Brigadeiro - $35 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Cookie Butter Brigadeiro - $35 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Guava Brigadeiro - $35 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Be My Valentine Brigadeiro Gift Box - $37.5
Cakes
Small batch cakes made with all-natural ingredients.
- Classic Cake - $60 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Brigadeiro Cake, Traditional Chocolate - $72 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Beijinho Cake - $72 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sprinkle Explosion Cake - $85 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vintage Ornate Cake - $95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- A Tini Bit Older Martini Cake - $148 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Valentine's Day Mini Conversation Heart Cakes - $28
- Turf Cake - Super Bowl - $38 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Cookies
- Smiley Face Sugar Cookies - $57
- Linzer Heart Cookies - $44.55
- Mini Cookie Party Box - $45 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Bake at Home Chocolate Chip Cookies, 2 Pack - $50 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Make & Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Kit - $12.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Pastries & Loaves
- Orange Olive Oil Loaf - $15.75 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: breakfast, brunch
- Banana Chocolate Chip Bread - $15.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Double Chocolate Chip Loaf - $15.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast
- Coffee Cake Loaf - $15.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Box of Scones - $25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Empadinhas, Mini Pot Pies - $65 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Coffee Beans, 12 oz bag - $19.8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Padoca Bakery
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no specific concerns, instead highlighting consistently excellent food, satisfying portions, and polite, knowledgeable service.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Padoca Bakery.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Padoca Bakery has a website at https://padocabakery.com, which provides information about their menu and artisanal offerings.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Padoca Bakery specializes in American cuisine with a Brazilian influence, featuring artisanal baked goods like PDQs and traditional brigadeiros.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Padoca Bakery offers a casual, whimsical neighborhood atmosphere with polite service, though its pricing is at an expensive ($$$) level.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include the signature PDQs, various flavored brigadeiros like coconut and guava, and specialty cakes such as the Sprinkle Explosion.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Gluten-free options include PDQs and select brigadeiros, while the menu features vegetarian and sugar-free items but lacks specific keto or low-carb designations.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking high-quality Brazilian-inspired baked goods, artisanal sweets, and reliable service in an inviting, whimsical neighborhood setting would most enjoy this bakery.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Despite its expensive ($$$) price level, guests report good value through consistently excellent food quality and satisfying portions.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the inviting atmosphere and polite service while sharing a sampler box of brigadeiros and warm, golden PDQs with friends.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Padoca Bakery?
- Coffee Beans, 12 oz bag, at roughly 30.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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