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Carlo's Bakery Hoboken Menu 2026: Cakes, Pastries & Italian Classics

Carlo's Bakery at 95 Washington Street in Hoboken, NJ is one of America's most famous Italian-American bakeries — the original home of TLC's Cake Boss. Founded in 1910 by Carlo Guastaferro and now run by the Valastro family, the Hoboken flagship draws visitors from around the world for its flaky lobster tail pastries, hand-filled cannoli, crumb cake, and elaborate custom cakes crafted by Buddy Valastro and his team.

Est. 1910Original Cake Boss locationNationwide shipping available
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Signature items

Lobster Tail Pastryprice in-store
Cannoliprice in-store
Black & White Cookieprice in-store
Custom Cakeprice varies
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Quick answers

What to order — at a glance

Most famous item
Lobster Tail Pastry

Flaky sfogliatelle dough filled with sweet ricotta cream — Carlo's signature

Best for gifting
Cannoli Kit (12-pack, ships nationwide)
Classic NJ item
Crumb Cake

Thick buttery crumb topping on a tender cake — a New Jersey staple

Custom cakes
Build Your Own Cake via the online cake builder
Full menu with prices

Carlo's Bakery full menu and current prices

Carlo's Bakery does not list in-store prices publicly online. Online shop prices are only visible after browsing the Wix storefront. Prices here are omitted to avoid misinformation — visit carlosbakery.com or the Hoboken store directly for current pricing.
Signature Pastries6 itemsCakes6 itemsCookies & Confections7 itemsCrumb Cake & Breads4 itemsCannoli Kits & Nationwide Shipping Items3 itemsCoffee & Beverages5 items
Budget picks

Cheapest items on the Carlo's Bakery menu

  1. 1BiscottiTypically one of the most affordable items at Italian bakeries
  2. 2Brutti ma Buoni Cookie
  3. 3Pignoli Cookie (each)
  4. 4Black & White Cookie (each)
  5. 5Butter Cookie (each)
  6. 6Espresso
  7. 7Cannoli (each)
  8. 8Cream Puff
What's new

New and limited-time items on the Carlo's Bakery menu

Seasonal

Struffoli

Traditional Neapolitan holiday fried dough balls tossed in honey — available at Christmas time.

Price comparison

How Carlo's Bakery compares to other famous bakeries

Carlo's Bakery is an iconic destination bakery — prices are not publicly listed, but here's how its menu categories stack up against comparable specialty bakeries.

CategoryCarlo's BakeryPorto's Bakery (CA)Corner Bakery Cafe
Cannoliprice in-store~$2.25 eachnot offered
Custom cakesprice variescustom quotednot offered
Crumb / coffee cakeprice in-storenot a specialty~$3.99/slice
Espressoprice in-store~$2.50~$2.99
Cookie (each)price in-store~$1.75~$2.49
About

About Carlo's Bakery

Carlo's Bakery at 95 Washington Street in Hoboken, New Jersey has been a cornerstone of the local Italian-American community since 1910, when it was founded by Carlo Guastaferro. The bakery changed hands in 1964 when Bartolo Valastro Sr. purchased it, and it has remained in the Valastro family ever since. Today it is helmed by Bartolo "Buddy" Valastro Jr., whose elaborate cake artistry and larger-than-life personality made the shop a national sensation when TLC premiered Cake Boss in 2009.

The Hoboken flagship is the original and spiritual home of the Carlo's Bakery brand, though the family has since expanded to locations in New York City (Times Square and Broadway), Las Vegas, San Antonio, Minnesota's Mall of America, and select shops in Florida, Delaware, and Texas. The original storefront on Washington Street still draws long lines of tourists and devoted regulars alike, especially on weekends and holidays. The bakery ships its most iconic items — lobster tails, cannoli kits, and Black & White cookies — nationwide via its online shop.

Carlo's is most celebrated for its lobster tail pastry, a flaky sfogliatelle dough piped with sweetened ricotta cream that has become the bakery's calling card. Beyond the pastries, the shop is beloved for its crumb cake (a thick layer of butter-and-cinnamon crumb over yellow cake), Italian rainbow cookies, butter cookies sold by the pound, and a rotating selection of specialty cakes that range from classic Italian rum cake to gravity-defying sculpted novelty creations. The bakery also offers tomato pie — the old-school Italian-American bakery pizza served at room temperature — a nod to its old-world roots.

1910year founded
10+locations (U.S.)
$$price range

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is the original Carlo's Bakery?

The original Carlo's Bakery is located at 95 Washington Street in Hoboken, New Jersey 07030. This is the flagship store featured on TLC's Cake Boss and the location founded in 1910. It is the most visited of all Carlo's Bakery branches.

What is Carlo's Bakery most famous for?

Carlo's Bakery is most famous for its Lobster Tail pastry — a flaky sfogliatelle dough shell filled with sweetened ricotta cream. It is also celebrated for its cannoli, Black & White cookies, Italian rainbow cookies, crumb cake, and elaborate custom sculpted cakes created by Buddy Valastro and his team.

Can I order Carlo's Bakery items online for delivery?

Yes. Carlo's Bakery ships a selection of their most iconic items nationwide through their online shop at carlosbakery.com. Nationwide shipping items include the Lobster Tails 8-pack, Cannoli Kit 12-pack, and Black & White Cookies 16-pack. Cakes can also be ordered for local pickup or nationwide shipping via the custom cake builder.

Does Carlo's Bakery offer custom cakes?

Yes. Custom cakes are one of Carlo's Bakery's specialties and the focus of the Cake Boss television show. You can order custom cakes online through the Carlo's Bakery website using the cake builder tool, selecting options for nationwide shipping or local pickup at one of their physical locations. For elaborate sculpted novelty cakes, contact the bakery directly.

What are Carlo's Bakery's hours in Hoboken?

Hours can vary by season and holidays. For the most current Hoboken store hours, check carlosbakery.com or call the store directly. Expect long lines on weekends and peak times, particularly during the holiday season.

Is Carlo's Bakery the same as Cake Boss?

Yes. Carlo's Bakery in Hoboken is the bakery made famous by the TLC reality television series Cake Boss, which premiered in 2009. The show follows Buddy Valastro (Bartolo Valastro Jr.) and his family as they run the bakery, create elaborate custom cakes, and manage the business. The Hoboken location is the show's primary setting.

Does Carlo's Bakery have other locations?

Yes. In addition to the original Hoboken, NJ location, Carlo's Bakery operates stores in New York City (Times Square and Broadway), Las Vegas, San Antonio, Minnesota's Mall of America, and select additional locations in Florida, Delaware, and Texas. Hours and menus may vary by location.

Are Carlo's Bakery items gluten-free or allergy-friendly?

Carlo's Bakery is a traditional Italian-American bakery and most items contain gluten, dairy, and eggs. Their FAQ notes that they cannot guarantee allergen-free products due to shared kitchen environments. Customers with severe allergies are advised to contact the bakery before ordering.

How far in advance should I order a custom cake?

For custom cakes from the Hoboken location or other Carlo's Bakery stores, it is recommended to order as early as possible — especially for elaborate sculpted or novelty cakes, which may require weeks of lead time. Holiday and wedding cake orders should be placed several months in advance. Use the online cake builder or contact your nearest location for exact lead-time requirements.