Pączki, if you’ve never indulged, is an absolute delicacy… particularly here in Cleveland, Ohio. Paczki are a deep-fried Polish delicacy, and they are a sweet treat that is traditionally enjoyed both in the Old World and in Cleveland as the Lenten season approaches. While they’re enjoyed on Fat Thursday in Poland, Fat Tuesday is Paczki Day in Cleveland. Start working up an appetite now, because you’ll want to stock up on this delicious sweet treat as soon as possible.
- Rudy’s Strudel & Bakery
Rudy’s Strudel and Bakery/Facebook As the paczki capital of Parma’s Polish Village, Rudy’s Strudel is always a fan favorite on Mardi Gras. Rudy’s is also known for their pierogies, but on this day sweet treats are the star of the show.
- Kiedrowski’s Simply Delicious Bakery
Kiedrowski’s Simply Delicious Bakery/Facebook Since 1984, Kiedrowski’s Simply Delicious Bakery has delighted people with authentic Old World eats. For the last few decades, however, it has also hosted an incredible annual Paczki Ball. It has since been recognized as one of the Nation’s Best Bakeries, and its most famous dessert is a must on Fat Tuesday.
- Samosky’s Home Bakery
Samosky’s Home Bakery/Facebook If your mouth isn’t yet watering, Samosky’s Home Bakery is sure to do the trick. The local business originally opened in 1910 in Slavic Village, and ever since their made from scratch techniques have kept things old fashioned. You’ll love their decadent take on paczki!
- Breads and Beyond Bakery
Breads and Beyond Bakery/Facebook Clevelanders have loved this hidden gem of a bakery since it opened in 1995, and it has also effortlessly catered to Parma’s craving for sweet treats ever since. Pastries, pizzas, and other goodies are baked fresh daily… and on Fat Tuesday, you’ll want to gobble up some of their delicious paczki.
- Colozza’s Bakery
Mike Murray/Google Images Parma is full of delicious local landmarks, and Colozza’s Bakery is a fan favorite. Locals have loved their sweet treats since 1975, but the bakery is always boppin’ on Paczki Day.
- Biagio’s Donut Shop & Pizzeria
Charles Callen/Google Images A pizzeria may not seem to be the best stop for paczkis, but Biago’s serves up much more than pizza. All delicious, their offerings include all sorts of sweet treats, and as Fat Tuesday approaches that include paczki. This local landmark has been serving patrons since 1963.
- Michael Angelo’s Bakery
Michael Angelo’s Bakery/Facebook There’s an abundance of polka and paczki at Michael Angelo’s Bakery as Lent approaches. Michael Angelo’s Winery produces beverages that pair perfectly with a good sweet treat, so be prepared for the ultimate indulgence following a visit.
- Buettner’s Bakery
Janell Jagger/Google Images Yet another unsuspecting gem, Buettner’s is a local favorite for pizza and pizza bagels. It also creates some of the fluffiest donuts in the neighborhood, and the same is true when it comes to paczki.
- Stan’s Northfield Bakery
SeaGreenSnail1009/TripAdvisor Eastern European sweets are a specialty at Stan’s Northfield Bakery, but people rave about their paczki in particular. They’re available every day, but they produce more than a dozen varieties as the Lenten season approaches. Are you hungry yet? The sweet aromas of this bakery are sure to have your tummy grumbling.
Nothing is as coveted as polka, pierogi, and paczki in the best location in the nation. Paczki Day in Cleveland is an incredible tradition that you won’t regret celebrating – which of these local sweet shops is your favorite?
Rudy’s Strudel and Bakery/Facebook
As the paczki capital of Parma’s Polish Village, Rudy’s Strudel is always a fan favorite on Mardi Gras. Rudy’s is also known for their pierogies, but on this day sweet treats are the star of the show.
Kiedrowski’s Simply Delicious Bakery/Facebook
Since 1984, Kiedrowski’s Simply Delicious Bakery has delighted people with authentic Old World eats. For the last few decades, however, it has also hosted an incredible annual Paczki Ball. It has since been recognized as one of the Nation’s Best Bakeries, and its most famous dessert is a must on Fat Tuesday.
Samosky’s Home Bakery/Facebook
If your mouth isn’t yet watering, Samosky’s Home Bakery is sure to do the trick. The local business originally opened in 1910 in Slavic Village, and ever since their made from scratch techniques have kept things old fashioned. You’ll love their decadent take on paczki!
Breads and Beyond Bakery/Facebook
Clevelanders have loved this hidden gem of a bakery since it opened in 1995, and it has also effortlessly catered to Parma’s craving for sweet treats ever since. Pastries, pizzas, and other goodies are baked fresh daily… and on Fat Tuesday, you’ll want to gobble up some of their delicious paczki.
Mike Murray/Google Images
Parma is full of delicious local landmarks, and Colozza’s Bakery is a fan favorite. Locals have loved their sweet treats since 1975, but the bakery is always boppin’ on Paczki Day.
Charles Callen/Google Images
A pizzeria may not seem to be the best stop for paczkis, but Biago’s serves up much more than pizza. All delicious, their offerings include all sorts of sweet treats, and as Fat Tuesday approaches that include paczki. This local landmark has been serving patrons since 1963.
Michael Angelo’s Bakery/Facebook
There’s an abundance of polka and paczki at Michael Angelo’s Bakery as Lent approaches. Michael Angelo’s Winery produces beverages that pair perfectly with a good sweet treat, so be prepared for the ultimate indulgence following a visit.
Janell Jagger/Google Images
Yet another unsuspecting gem, Buettner’s is a local favorite for pizza and pizza bagels. It also creates some of the fluffiest donuts in the neighborhood, and the same is true when it comes to paczki.
SeaGreenSnail1009/TripAdvisor
Eastern European sweets are a specialty at Stan’s Northfield Bakery, but people rave about their paczki in particular. They’re available every day, but they produce more than a dozen varieties as the Lenten season approaches. Are you hungry yet? The sweet aromas of this bakery are sure to have your tummy grumbling.
Can’t wait for Paczki Day? Swing by Polish Village anytime to indulge in international sweet treats.
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