Are you an early riser or do you prefer to sleep in? The folks at Calandra’s Bakery wake up before the sun rises to bake fresh bread and made-from-scratch pastries just for you. You’ll want to visit one of its three locations soon.

Calandra's Bakery got its start in 1962 when the Newark location opened. Luciano Calandra, an Italian immigrant, worked hard to establish the bakery, and now it's a thriving business with three locations.
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Luciano's sons joined the business, and today, the Newark location covers 50,000 square feet. The Fairfield location also has authentic Italian pastries...
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...and the Caldwell bakery (the newest of the three) bakes up the same authentic, Italian family recipes.
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No matter which of the three locations you visit, you'll immediately be greeted by the delicious smells of baking bread and sugary confections the moment you walk in the door.
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These Italian custard donuts, Nutella donuts, and cannoli donuts are just a few of the treats in store for you.
The pastry case is full to the brim with cannolis, eclairs, brownies, cookies, tarts, and more.
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There's an entire case dedicated specifically to cupcakes, which are offered in all kinds of flavors for any occasion.
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Full-sized cakes in several sizes are available for a tasty treat, special occasion, or family dessert.
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Whether you choose a decadent treat like a lobst tail, filled with cream...
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...pick a trio of tasty cupcakes...
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...or mix it up with an assortment of goodies, you'll want to get here as early as you can to enjoy the best selection. This bakery is a popular neighborhood spot in all three towns!
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While your focus might be on the scrumptious, sugary pastries, you'll also want to buy a few loaves of bread to take home. They're baked fresh every hour until 9 p.m.
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Visit all three Calandra's Bakery locations seven days a week. The Newark and Fairfield locations are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; the Caldwell location is open Sunday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday until 10 p.m.

Learn more about Calandra’s Bakery and see a full menu on its website, and you’ll want to follow the bakery’s Facebook page to see mouthwatering photos.

Looking for more scrumptious baked goods in New Jersey? Check out this bakery that serves delicious brunch cupcakes, and sink your teeth into these authentic Polish pastries at this bakery.

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204 1st Ave, Newark, NJ 07107, USA
244 US-46, Fairfield, NJ 07004, USA
234 Bloomfield Ave #5101, Caldwell, NJ 07006, USA