9 Places In And Around Cleveland To Gobble Up Paczki This Year

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.

1. Rudy's Strudel & Bakery

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.

2. Kiedrowski's Simply Delicious Bakery

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.

3. Samosky's Home Bakery

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!

4. Breads and Beyond Bakery

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.

5. Colozza's Bakery

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.

6. Biagio's Donut Shop & Pizzeria

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.

7. Michael Angelo's Bakery

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.

8. Buettner's Bakery

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.

9. Stan's Northfield Bakery

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?

Can't wait for Paczki Day? Swing by Polish Village anytime to indulge in international sweet treats.