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Stopped into Make Believe Bakeshop and was seriously impressed. I just grabbed a drip coffee and a slice of carrot cake, and both were excellent. The coffee was smooth, clean, and way better than your average drip — you can tell they care about their beans. The carrot cake was moist, flavorful, and not overly sweet, with that perfect spice balance. Super friendly vibe inside too. Easy place to pop in, enjoy something good, and feel taken care of. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Astoria.
This coffee shop is so special to me! The couple who runs it are the sweetest pair in the whole world. You can really see their dedication to the cafe. Their pistachio cake changed my life! Probably one of my favorite sweets ever in the world. I also love their cold brew and ham and cheese croissant. I actually tried their egg sandwich on a brioche bun the other day and it was phenomenal. They are probably the most underrated bakery ever! I love chatting with them too. All around just such a gem
What a lovely bakery! I had one of the oat bars, the chocolate babka, and the hibiscus tea and each item was absolute perfection. As a habitual tea drinker, I could tell the leaves used were high quality and the taste was complex and tangy. The oat bar was the perfect mix of tart and sweet. And the BABKA…to die for—chocolately, pillowy dough, rich…who can ask for more? Also the woman who took my order was so kind and helpful! Wonderful spot with great service!! Editing to add: my roommate says t
From the Sep 24, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Ventilation can't keep up with the grease, steam, or smoke.