Carmen's Bakery

146 reviews

4132 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85008

+16026683167

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Carmen's Bakery is a Bakery located at 4132 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85008. It has received 146 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

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Hours

Monday7AM-8PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday7AM-8PM
Thursday7AM-8PM
Friday7AM-8PM
Saturday7AM-8PM
Sunday7AM-8PM

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  • The address of Carmen's Bakery: 4132 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85008

  • Carmen's Bakery has 4.9 stars from 146 reviews

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  • "Servio al cliente HORRIBLE!!! Llame para ordenar un pastel con dos semanas de anticipación, Gonzalo contestó para solamente decirme llama en 10 minutos!!! Osea que? Todavía marque porque me urgía un pastel tú cres que me contestó marque dos veces! Deje correo de voz y no llamada de regreso ahora ya e estado en esa panadera el pan es normal pan dulce nada fuera del otro mundo! Lo que me sorprendió es el servicio al cliente como es posible que estén en negocio todavía! claramente está panadería no crecerá ya que no saben el singnificado del servicio al cliente! No pierdan su tiempo!!!"

    "I frequent this bakery (panadería) for their telera bread"

    "So I been avoiding doing this post as I absolutely loved the lady at the front helping she was so so sweet , anyways I decided to buy different type of breads and to give them all a good try let me tell you the whole box went straight to the trash "

    "This place is nice it’s owners are very nice and they are really polite and it’s atmosphere is pretty good and it’s calm they have great prices for little cookies I got 4 for 1$ dollar and the food is good but it tastes like any other food
    Service
    Take out
    Meal type
    Breakfast
    Price per person
    $1–10
    Food: 4
    Service: 5
    Atmosphere: 5
    Recommended dishes
    Biscochitos, Pan Dulce Concha, Campechanas, Pan Dulce"

    "No sabía que está panadería a estado abiertos por 3 años! Pero estoy feliz de aver encontrado este lugar ya que el pan mexicano es auténtico, fresco y delicioso! La panadería está limpia y el señor que me atendió fue muy amable"

Reviews

  • Zyanya Catalano

Servio al cliente HORRIBLE!!! Llame para ordenar un pastel con dos semanas de anticipación, Gonzalo contestó para solamente decirme llama en 10 minutos!!! Osea que? Todavía marque porque me urgía un pastel tú cres que me contestó marque dos veces! Deje correo de voz y no llamada de regreso ahora ya e estado en esa panadera el pan es normal pan dulce nada fuera del otro mundo! Lo que me sorprendió es el servicio al cliente como es posible que estén en negocio todavía! claramente está panadería no crecerá ya que no saben el singnificado del servicio al cliente! No pierdan su tiempo!!!

  • Daniela Beltran

I frequent this bakery (panadería) for their telera bread. It's clear they perfected their recipe, and it's freshly baked every time. Their sweet pastries always grab the attention of my kiddo so we indulge in them as well. Their dulce de leche is clearly homemade and top-notch. Everything they offer is delicious. Their price point is also cheaper than any donut shop you will visit across the valley. To top it off, their customer service is amazing. They're always so kind, and the place is SPOTLESS. Support this local business; I promise you won't regret it.

  • EZY

So I been avoiding doing this post as I absolutely loved the lady at the front helping she was so so sweet , anyways I decided to buy different type of breads and to give them all a good try let me tell you the whole box went straight to the trash . It tasted so nasty I just can’t believe how gross it tasted like soap so weird . I would love to give 5 stars to the person up front she was so good however major problem with their bread the conchas tasted just simply OK nothing to it you can get same bread at your local El Super store in my opinion.

  • Max Mendoza

This place is nice it’s owners are very nice and they are really polite and it’s atmosphere is pretty good and it’s calm they have great prices for little cookies I got 4 for 1$ dollar and the food is good but it tastes like any other food
Service
Take out
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Biscochitos, Pan Dulce Concha, Campechanas, Pan Dulce

  • Nancy Trujillo

No sabía que está panadería a estado abiertos por 3 años! Pero estoy feliz de aver encontrado este lugar ya que el pan mexicano es auténtico, fresco y delicioso! La panadería está limpia y el señor que me atendió fue muy amable. Definitivamente regresaré! This place is a must try for authentic, fresh Mexican bread. The bakery is clean, and the customer service was terrific! I’m happy to have found this place, and you know I will be coming back!

  • Paola Jaramillo

I moved into the Valley from living in Mexicali, Mexico and I thought I would never find a local place that had good pan dulce but was I wrong. The empanadas and conchitas are to die for and the birote/bolio is so good as well, perfect for tortas. I can say the bread has the authentic taste of pan dulce. Super recomendado!!! I know I will be going back for my weekly pan para el cafe ☕

  • Ana Olivia Soto

Really good sweet bread, is always fresh, the owners are always very nice. Prices are really good. Visit them and find out for yourself you won't regret it. Everything is super clean. El pan esta siempre fresco, todo esta super limpio siempre, los precios buenísimos, los dueños atienden el negocio y siempre son super amables. Visitenlos no se van a arrepentir.

  • Chris McCormack

Strictly pan and pan dulce. The selection is small but includes all the popular favorites. I haven't tried everything but I've had my favorites which were all better than most Mexican bakeries and definitely better than your Food Cities and your Ranch Markets. Friendly and helpful proprietors know how to do customer service right! RECOMMEND

  • Georgina Petersen

This is the best bakery in Arizona. Their breads are full of flavor and soft. Hidden little gem! I couldn't believe their prices because everything is so affordable. To top it off their customer service is the best, the owner is so polite and friendly. It's almost like you're visiting a friend or family member. Also, they take cash and card

  • FETIMA PERKINS

What a sweet little gem in the middle of "the ghetto". I happened to catch this place out the corner of my eye and went in and let me tell you FRESH...FRESH...FRESH! Every single pastry there is made from scratch. I fell in love with the cookies and have been back 3 times since then, in fact I'm going back today for 2 more dozen cookies.

  • Brenda A

Super friendly owner’s. The gentleman is very kind and humble. I’ve been there 4 times and also met the daughter one day and she was just as kind as her parents. I went to try their competition and I regret it. I rather have GREAT customer service and tasting pan dulce than a bigger selection. It’s a must to visit. You won’t regret it!

  • Leticia Velazquez

Bread is so good!! It's a small bakery with limited selection. Also, it is not located in the best part of town. But what is offered in this bakery is so worth your visit. The customer service is impeccable. Super friendly and highly recommended!
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Pan Dulce

  • El Alex

Best conchas I have tried! I go early in the morning as soon as they open and they are fresh, soft and warm! The flavor of them is great! The owner is very friendly and polite. Even makes sure the conchas would not get smushed. I come from the west side for these so you know they good! Worth the travel

  • rosalinda Jaime

Everything is always fresh not old tasting. The best I’ve ever had , they have regular bread for tortas and menudo . So yummy and cheap, too. Lo mejor de Phoenix, todo está siempre rico y tienen pan nuevo siempre saliendo . Hay pan para tortas , venden menudo y pasteles. Muy barato y delicioso ❤️

  • hatake kakashi

Hands down the best concha in the valley, fresh every morning, i just found this place and i cannot believe how good the bread is, and i was shocked when i was ready to pay and found out how cheap it is. You get a great quality bread at a great price. I keep and will keep recomending this place

  • Lea Blevins

I AM TELLING YOU TO GO HERE RIGHT NOW. I am a huge foodie and have been to many bakeries in my life. Carmen's Bakery is by far the BEST bakery I have ever been to. The pastries are delicious, the price is unbeatable, and the gentleman who helped me was one of the nicest people I have ever met!

  • Karen Ochoa

always a pleasant encounter with the older man who works here - great pan dulce & pricing.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Biscochitos, Pan Dulce Concha, Pan Dulce

  • Jonathan Hart

I was referred to Carmen's by a co worker. He had been there and shared his chocolate concha. I was Delicious! I then went today bought him some bollillos and a pumpkin empanadas. It reminded me of when I was a kid and my babysitter made them. This place is gonna be my new spot.

  • Arnold Cervantes

El corico solo sabe a pan me despciono fue basura la mayoría de los panes saben a jabón,tal vez deban gastar un poco más de agua al lavar su panadería e utensilios le espolvorean demasiada azúcar ya que sin ella el pan no sería muy bueno pero se les aprecia el intento.

  • Remi Claussen

The best bakery ever! The owner is so sweet and he was answering all our questions and gave us samples! Once we were done picking our deserts, he gave us more samples to go home with! I’m so happy with my experience! These pastries are the BEST!!!! Highly recommended!

  • SAM Smart

This bakery is run by a family. The items are always absolutely delicious. The owner is the baker and has years of experience. Everything is Big fresh daily and is so delicious. His prices are very cheap. Do yourself a favor and come check them out

  • Kristen Bevins

Every time I come here, I am greeted by the sweetest employees. So helpful, so kind, and amazing prices! I got two GIANT pieces of cake for like $5. Delicious treats and bread! Will continue to support this lovely little bakery.

  • Ellie Fitz

No se que está mejor la atención a cliente o el pan . Todo está delicioso y autentico . El dueño es tan amable y cada vez que voy me trata muy bien . Las conchas son las mejores que eh probado en mi vida ! PLEASE TIP !!

  • Ely Romo

It's hard to find good pan dulce and we found this place a few weeks ago and fell in love bread is delicious, staff is very nice and good pricing!! Will definitely keep buying from them. Love this pan dulce …

  • Brenda Rodriguez

The pan dulce is delicious, big selection and good prices! The owners are so kind and always greet me with a big welcome and smile. Reminds me of the pan dulce my mom brought home when I was a child. MUST GO!

  • Rebecca Seymour

Well worth checking out this Bakery. Best Pumpkin Empanadas and what I call Elephant Ears I ever had! Can't wait to try my little piggy next. Stop by and have a taste of what I'm talk about! …

  • Joslyn Furlan

Wowowowowow!! Seriously, fresh baked treats everyday, and the man who checked out my baked goods was really sweet Thanks so much, the concha’s and cookies are the best I’ve had in a LONG TIME

  • Noemi Miranda

Awesome bread first time in the bakery never thought I wouldn't find good pan dulce but I did find one !! Also the staff is very welcoming and friendly will definitely be coming here often !!

  • DISABLED Marius Rosedale

Amazing bakery. It's not surprising that the quality and service are so outstanding, the owners run the shop themselves. They are extremely nice and friendly and all baked goods were amazing.

  • Adriana G Nelas

la mejor panadería de todo Phoenix, el pan siempre está recién horneado, los empleados son amables y conversadores, y el pastel siempre está húmedo y sabroso, lo recomiendo al 100 por ciento.

  • Spencer Trowbridge

Amazing pan dulces. They have empanadas and cookies. I always get the pineapple ones. They have a lot of good flavors. Good prices for fresh baked goodness. They sell bolillo rolls as well.

  • JoAnn Chavez

You walk into a heavenly aroma's of baked breads, with the sweet smell of pastries, pies, cookies and just about anything else you could crave. It is going to be a regular stop from now on.

  • Sondra

Authentic deliciousness. Cookies I haven't seen outside of Mexico before! A huge serving of flan for only $4 something too. Great prices. Super great guy working there. Highly recommend!!

  • Guillermo Gastelum

This place is a hidden little gem! The lemon empanada I got was delicious! Their prices are also extremely reasonable. Definitely a small business I want to support living in Arcadia.

  • Azucena Alvarado

I'm very picky with pan dulce, but this pan dulce was so good! Just how I like it. The owner was so sweet and very welcoming. Definitely will be returning for my future antojos. :)

  • Eric Paz

Best sweet bread and pastries I have ever had!! Local and family owned. The people are as amazing as the food they serve! Would recommend it to absolutely anyone and everyone.

  • happy partydj (happypartydj)

Wow i love small local bizz, they make the best foods. I tried their home made cookies and pastries.. so good.. bring cash they stlll working on getting credit card machines.

  • JUNIOR RIVERA

BEST BAKERY PLACE! WE GO EARLY IN THE MORNING AND THE CONCHAS ARE SO FRESH AND SOFT AND WARM! THE FLAVOR IS SO GOOD! THE STAFF IS VERY FRIENDLY. RECOMMEND THIS PLACE! TRY IT

  • jorge lopez

The owners are so friendly and everything is always so fresh ! I would recommend this small mom and pop place to anyone looking for some good oil traditional pan dulce!!!

  • Mariaelena Nevarez

First time coming here i was welcomed by the owner a very nice and polite man . I recommend this place 100% to anyone . The cakes look delicious can't wait to try mine☺️

  • Christina Shank

Walked in today for the first time and so glad I did. The little pineapple hand pie was yummy. Can't wait to go back and try something else. Support your local bakery☺

  • Andre Freyta

AMAZING pan dulce. Great price and amazing in flavor and consistency. Dont go to Food City or Ranch Market for pan ever again. GO HERE. You wont be disappointed!

  • Hernan Acosta

Son tan agradables aquí! Me sentí bienvenido y están muy felices. El pan es muy bueno y buenos precios Great prices and delicious bread! The people are so kind

  • amy storch

The owner was so friendly and welcoming. The conchas were the best we have had in years: fluffy, fresh, & scrumptious. Super clean and worth the trip.

  • lee Lee

Everything was delicious, the place is very clean and the food is fresh and great tasting. The worker was very nice and inviting and takes card too!

  • Baby Angel James

Delicioso pan dulce yo recomiendo esta panaderia vengas a disfrutar pan de diferentes sabores el personal es muy amable lugar limpio 5 estrellas

  • Selena Gutierrez

Best pastries! Empanadas are delish! This small family owned business bakes fresh daily and is very affordable! Super sweet owners. Hidden gem!

  • Liliana Ornelas ramirez

El mejor pan de Phoenix nada k ver como el de los centros comerciales aki si esta recien esho no es congelado ni nada recomendado 100%

  • Anna Anita

The bread is fresh and delicious. My favorite are the conchas and cookies! Also very clean inside the store, definitely recommend..

  • Gabby UR

Pan Dulce y teleras muuuuy ric@s!!! El servicio de lo mejor! Lo recomiendo al . Solo pagos en efectivo(cash) por el momento. …

  • Karla Ramos

Everything on the menu is delicious! The owner is super friendly and polite. I highly recommend it! Come by and see for yourself!

  • Aubrey Stallings

I’m not a review person but this place was so good it has me coming back for more! Best flan I’ve ever had and amazing cookies!

  • Erika none

The best Bread in AZ, good service the bread is always fresh and a lot of variety. I will definitely refer my fiends and family

  • Catalain Villegas

Muy buena atencion y muy muy Rico pan!!! Lo re comiendo, las conchas y las empanadas son los mejor!! Pero en si Todo delicioso!

  • Karely Parra

Family business with a variety of baked goods such as conchas, empanadas, bolillo etc. Stop by you won’t be disappointed.

  • t fu

This place could not be more legit! So many beautiful pastries, completely cheap, delicious guava popovers. Don't miss!!

  • Vladimir Sotelo

Great customer service, friendly genuine conversation and above all great tasting Mexican bread! Highly recommend

  • Luisa Ornelas

They have the best sweet bread in town made all from scratch never frozen you gotta try it you won't regret it.

  • Ryan O'connell

Great little bakery just north of mcdowell around 40th st. Family owned and freshly made .. ALWAYS DELICIOUS.

  • Mekenzie Rodgers

I went in for the first time and was greeted so warmly, fun treats and great prices. Can't wait to go back!

  • Brett Jones

The owner is extremely helpful and kind. The prices are exceptional and really to cheap. Great products!

  • Sarah S

Best concha I've ever had, very sweet owner, will definitely be stopping in whenever I'm in Phoenix

  • Mark S. DJ

Great authentic Mexican bakery. Staff was very personable and friendly. Can't wait to return......

  • Antonio Pizarro

Delicious fresh pastries with a staff that’s so friendly and kind. Highly recommend the empanadas.

  • Joseph Flaherty

Best pandulces in the valley. ALWAYS FRESH AND THEN BEST TEASTING SWEET BREAD I HAVE EVER HAD!!!!

  • Elvia Oshea

The pan dulce is so yummy and the people that work here are real sweet, too. Give them a visit.

  • Steve Barrett

I'm always on the look-out for Tres Leches when I'm travelling. Carmen's offering is excellent.

  • T Ya

Very delicious pastries. Clean atmosphere. Friendly staff. I'm a regular customer ☺️ …

  • Juan Carlos Romero

Muy delicioso pan y el servicio es exelente el señor es muy amable lo recomiendo al 100 %

  • Cristiano Artigas

Very good Mexican sweet bread Ver Friendly, clean, quick in and out Mom and Pop place.

  • Nisa UwU

Delicious pastry at a very reasonable price! Very friendly staff
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  • Laryna6

The chocolate cake behind the counter is to die for. And the baker was very nice too!

  • Mridula Potdar

Beautiful! Must try! Loved the cookies. Looking forward to try the Tres Leches!

  • Ivan López

Me encanta este lugar por su surtido de pan y lo fresco que está,lo recomiendo

  • Gabriel Garcia

Very affordable, very friendly and amicable. Definitely will be coming back.

  • A touch Of Art, LLC

Love this place, great customer service... Nice stock on mexican pan dulce!

  • Vero Alvarado

Todo esta delicioso! el pan dulce riquisimooo! pastel 3 leches …

  • Christine Lusania

The Mexican cookies were very tasty. The clerk was courteous and kind.

  • Maribel Gamboa

The owners are very kind and the pan dulce is the best I've ever had.

  • Erika Escalante

The owners are the nicest and make the best pan dulce I’ve ever had.

  • Frances Fernandez

The best and the freshest concha’s I ever had will be back very soon

  • Mallory Meaney

Amazing customer service! The pink concha was our favorite …

  • Jennifer Sherman

The baked goods are so good. They practically melt in your mouth.

  • Kristin Lynn Lopez

Great service, very kind owners, and the pan dulce was amazing!!

  • Kenneth B. Fry

This place is excellent! All freshly made. Family business.

  • Joe alvarado

Best ever. Very fresh bread very good tasting awesome place

  • Suzanne Nielsen

Delicious Mexican pastries! We’ll be back to try more

  • Sharon Guzman

Awesome sweet bread! The service was excellent also!

  • Stephanie

Very good service and the bread is really good !

  • J Castor

Good bread will definitely come back for more !

  • Alyna Mota-roa

always amazing service and the best pan dulce

  • Leigh

Really good treats! Really friendly owners!

  • Claudia Martinez

El pan esta muy rico se los recomiendo

  • Jace Rycheck

Amazing baked goods oh my goodness!!!

  • Terri Martin

Lovely baked goods and lovely people.

  • Torres Angel

Delicious pan...☆☆☆☆☆ …

  • Alberto Gonzalez

Real authentic Mexican sweet bread

  • Graci vz

Muy rico pan y el lugar muy limpio

  • Jesus Parra

The pan dulce here is delicious!

  • Brittany Blanch

Little perfect Mexican bakery

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