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Bakery serving cakes, pastries, cookies, and muffins, plus coffee.
From Google Maps reviews.
If you’re riding out in the Rockaways, do yourself a favor and stop at Cardinal Bakery & Cafe. This is my go-to refuel spot—every single time. The baked goods are unreal. Fresh, rich, and exactly what you want when you’ve been putting in miles. And the coffee? Perfect. That one cup just hits different when you’ve earned it. There’s something about this place—it’s got that warm, local feel where you can actually slow down for a minute, reset, and then get back out there. Whether you’re mid-ride
Someone recommended I try this bakery. The staff was very nice, coffee was perfect, most of all the cookies, scone, pie, and crumb cake were moist and delicious. You can tell it’s freshly baked. I can’t wait to go back on a weekend to try their cinnamon rolls.
Five Stars for Freshness at Fat Cardinal Provisions! Fat Cardinal Provisions in Far Rockaway is a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth. This local gem immediately impresses with its cozy atmosphere and the irresistible aroma of fresh-baked goodness. My absolute favorite item is their donuts. Whether I grab a classic Sugar Doughnut or the generously-filled Jelly Doughnut, the freshness is undeniable—soft, fluffy, and never greasy, tasting like they just came out of the oven. A recent review
From the Apr 2, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.