Queens bakeries offer diverse Thanksgiving desserts in Astoria, LIC, and Sunnyside

Residents in western Queens have several options for purchasing Thanksgiving desserts from local bakeries. These shops offer a range of cultural traditions, from Greek pastries to Filipino donuts, allowing families to serve items beyond standard American pies. All five locations operate on a weekly schedule that includes weekends, which aligns with typical holiday shopping patterns.

Make Believe Bakeshop in Astoria is run by Nicole Cinco. The shop sells New York-style crumb cake, bread pudding, and Chocolate Babka Buns. Cinnamon Rolls are available only from Friday through Sunday. The location is at 25-11 Astoria Blvd. Hours are Wednesday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday hours run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The shop is closed Monday and Tuesday.

Meri’s Bakeshop Cafe is located at 23-14 Ditmars Blvd. in Astoria. The owner states that every item is crafted with meraki, a concept involving soul and creativity. The menu includes Galaktoboureko, Bougatsa, and Portokalopita. The cafe is open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Somedays Bakery operates five locations across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Items are hand-laminated and never frozen at each site. The Astoria location is at 27-37 30th Ave. The Long Island City location is at 46-30 Center Blvd. Both are open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Offerings include the Blueberry Cardamom Sweet Bun, Pistachio Lattice, and Pain Suisse.

Black Star Bakery has a Long Island City branch at 10-01 50th Ave. The company uses locally sourced ingredients and offers quality coffee and pastries. Hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Weekend hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The menu features classic and seasonal treats.

Kora is located in Sunnyside at 45-12 Greenpoint Ave. Co-owners Kimberly Camara and Kevin Borja started the business in the summer of 2020. The shop sells Filipino-inspired items such as Ensaymada Croissants, Kalabasa Croissant Tarts, and Kamotecue Danishes. Catering is available for parties. Hours are Wednesday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The shop is closed Monday and Tuesday.

Masa Madre is an artisanal bakery in Sunnyside at 47-55 46th St. It sells handmade items influenced by Mexican culture. Products include Pastel Gloria, Conchitas, and cubiletes. The shop is open Monday through Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., or until bread sells out.