Bread & Bretzel Basket - Waterloo

I have tried a variety of things at this bakery and many are good: pies, cakes and pastries, and breads. But by far the very best, most delectable thing at this bakery are the German pretzels (or as they call them, "bretzels". Especially when they're fresh out of the oven, they are chewy on the outside and warm and yummy on the inside. I was delighted to find them because many-a-pretzel LOOKS good but definitely lacks in taste (including some of the market pretzels which are tough!). This place is an unassuming little shop in the corner of a strip plaza and one wouldn't expect to find such a wonderful bakery there! But there it is!

Only tried a few items, stopping in for desserts & drinks. The streudel seemed exactly like what one would find in a donut shop chain, pre-frozen, overly sugary, not very fruity. The black forest roll was similarly too sweet, didn't remind us of the authentic black forest cake we've had in the South of Germany nor at some German restaurants in this area. These were quite inexpensive sweets, though, to be fair.Wasn't exactly thrilled with the service: sticky desserts but no cutlery and no napkins offered. Asked if they'd microwave the streudel: no dice on that. Expressed an interest in one of the photographs on the wall, wondered if we could ask the owner about it. We were standing there for a long time and the clerk seemed in no hurry to pass the message. Didn't seem busy, just kind of uninterested.Bought a fruit pie to take home. Passable but it's easy to find better in this region. Don't mean to sound harsh; it was just OK. Expected something more special because a friend raved about the place. Has a variety of baked goods and simple lunch items so we will have to ask what our friend recommends from the menu next time.

This place is a traditional German style bakery. It does some of the best German baking in the city anything is great.

We were disappointed with the "German" bakery products. Unfortunately the Bretzels and Bretzel Buns do not at all taste or even look like they should. I picked up one of their business cards and they list a President and a Vice President - I think what they need is a good baker instead.This place will definitely not on our "preferred" list.

Alsways well stocked with unique items for all. Ordered a specialty cake, decorated beautifully and delicious.