Since Bethel Bakery opened for business in 1955 in the south hills section of Pittsburgh, generations of patrons have made their way to the shop for the bakery’s signature pastries, cookies, coffeecakes and one-of-a-kind cakes. With a number of years of bakery experience, a stint in the Navy behind him and a small inheritance, Morris Walsh, with characteristic determination, made his dream of owning his own bakery a reality when he and a partner opened for business during the Eisenhower administration. While his business partner left the venture within a few months, Morris soon gained another associate, his future wife, Anna.
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Bethel Bakery received an average rating of 3.76 out of 5 stars from 17 reviews.
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"Baking special memories since 1955," Bethel Bakery has etched their names into Pittsburghers' minds as a place to make pastry wishes come true. Simple items like doughnuts, cookies and breads are handled expertly,… Read Full Editorial
My Review by aurah via Citysearch on 2/8/2017
They sell some of the best baked products available in the market. I am a fan of this place and I am recommending them to you.
My Review by shivonnek via Citysearch on 9/1/2016
When I came to visit this shop, I was amazed with the atmosphere of the place. The time of service is also very well satisfying.
My Review by jessk523302607 via Citysearch on 6/10/2014
I worked at Bethel Bakery for 3 years back when I was in high school. Let me tell you, this bakery is not what people think it is. The doughnuts come in frozen, the pies are shipped in frozen and preassembled...all they do is throw them…
yummmm by RL70 via Citysearch on 2/28/2012
bethel bakery is a wonderful bakery! delicious cakes and creative decorations are only a couple of reasons i go there! the coffeecake is to die for! and the chocolate cookies are fantastic!
Response to Rachel R by Amanda B via Insider Pages on 2/3/2011
Rachel R: This is about the third time I have seen your review so I decided it was finally time to comment. They print lowercase on cakes meant for children so that the kids can read them, not because they are incapable of writing…
Very Happy with Service! by mhunwick via Citysearch on 10/21/2010
We were referred to Bethel Bakery by the Sheraton Station Square. What a blessing! From 300 miles away and over the phone, Anita and Jackie took care of my order. They were friendly and helpful. Accepted my calls every single time I…
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE BETHEL BAKERY by k m via Insider Pages on 10/18/2010
Bethel Bakery cakes and the icing are the very, very best I've ever tasted ----I no longer live in Bethel Park - however, my best friend still brings me goodies from the Best CAKE bakery in the State!!!!!
Embarassed by the Cake by Rachel L via Insider Pages on 8/4/2010
I used to love Bethel Bakery until I ordered my son's first birthday cake from them(July 2010). I drove 45 mins. in the car to order the cake and to take a picture that I had for thedecorator to follow. The cake was a pretty easy design…
Embarrassed by the Cake! by rachel l via Citysearch on 8/3/2010
I used to love Bethel Bakery until I ordered my son's first birthday cake from them(July 2010). I drove 45 mins. in the car to order the cake and to take a picture that I had for thedecorator to follow. The cake was a pretty easy design…
Condescending/Overpriced by bbsucks via Citysearch on 6/8/2010
For some bizarre reason, Bethel people have gotten swept into Bethel Bakery mania. Go out and sample other cakes at wonderful local bakeries. You'll find them way more adaptable to your requests and the quality of the cakes are far…
Very rude service, bad pastries by DrTrommashere via Citysearch on 5/12/2010
I was looking for a place to have my Wedding Cake made at, and of course, Bethel Bakery came very highly recommended. I went and sampled a few cookies, cupcakes, and even had a regular cake made, (was getting stuff for a going away…
The best cakes ever by Monika M via Insider Pages on 2/17/2010
I worked at Bethel Bakery while in High School in the late 80's. This family owned bakery is hands down, the best bakery I have ever known. They are famous for their cakes and I never visit the 'burgh without buying at least one. Their…
Bethel Bakery Review by Leilani S via Insider Pages on 6/23/2008
I didn't have the best experience with Bethel Bakery. I ordered a few cakes from them and it was not very fresh at all! Prices a little steep,I wouldn't recommend this bakery
The name is well known but taste is awful by mdcor via Citysearch on 6/7/2008
I live in the South hills and Bethel bakery is very well known but the cake has very little taste and is always very dry! My kids would not even eat the choc. chips the frozen cookies in the freezer section are better.
The Place for a Heavenly Cake by minadrac via Citysearch on 7/31/2006
This place makes the best cakes, I travel 45 minutes, to get these cakes. They are beautiful and are always fresh and the taste is excellent. I recomend the Choc. fudge icing and Chocolate cake, it is to die for.
Cool cookies by Holly S. via Judy's Book on 4/14/2006
During steeler season they made the coolest shortbread cookie. It was done like a terrible towel. It looked almost to good to eat. They may be a little tricky to find but is worth the trip. They have such wonderful baked goods. The…
Wonderful wedding cake! by Alicia P. via Judy's Book on 9/20/2005
We ordered our wedding cake from Bethel Bakery and were so pleased with it. It looked and tasted exactly how I hoped it would and can't wait to eat the top teir for our 1st anniversary next year! I am not able to visit the bakery much as…
Wonderful! by V H via Insider Pages on 9/2/2005
Bethel Bakery is the place to go for all of your baked goods needs. The cakes have always been very fresh and very delicious. My favorite is their whipped cream icing. Their cake designs are always new and innovated. They were the…
Unbelievable cakes! by L C via Insider Pages on 8/22/2005
I wouldn't think of getting a cake from any other place. I like the ones with the filling (strawberry) and the french buttercream icing. My mouth is watering as I type this!
PROS: Excellent cakes
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Wonderful Wedding Cakes by A P via Insider Pages on 8/8/2005
We ordered our wedding cake from Bethel Bakery and were so pleased with it. It looked and tasted exactly how I hoped it would and can't wait to eat the top teir for our 1st anniversary next year! I am not able to visit the bakery much as…
