Business Details
Your Trusted Bakery for Fresh Pastries & Custom Cakes in Centereach, NY
For over 50 years, Benkert's Bakery has been a cornerstone of Long Island's culinary landscape, rooted in a four-generation legacy of the Lorch and Janke families. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in every product we create, from artisan breads and fresh pastries to meticulously crafted custom cakes. We prioritize the use of premium ingredients to ensure unmatched quality and flavor in every item we produce. Our team of skilled bakers and decorators combines traditional techniques with innovative designs to deliver exceptional value to our customers. With a steadfast dedication to customer satisfaction, we have cultivated a loyal community of patrons who consider us an integral part of their lives.Our bakery's reputation as the finest on Long Island is built on decades of consistent quality, reliability, and personalized service. We take pride in being the go-to destination for everyday baked goods and specialty creations for life's most memorable occasions. Our operating hours, designed to accommodate diverse schedules, reflect our commitment to serving the community seven days a week. Every aspect of our business, from our family-owned heritage to our daily fresh-baked offerings, underscores our mission to exceed customer expectations. This enduring philosophy has solidified our position as a trusted name in the bakery industry for generations.
Services
Fresh Pastries
Rolls and Bread
Custom Cakes
Layer Cakes
Cheesecakes
Coffee Cakes
Wedding Cakes
Extreme Cakes
Highlights and features
- Four generations of family baking tradition
- Over 50 years serving Long Island communities
- Skilled bakers and decorators with specialized expertise
- Custom cake creation for weddings and special events
- Daily fresh-baked goods using premium ingredients
Services
Fresh Pastries
Our bakery crafts a wide variety of fresh pastries daily using premium ingredients and traditional baking methods. From flaky croissants to buttery danishes, each pastry is made with care to ensure perfect texture and flavor. These handcrafted treats are ideal for breakfast, snacks, or special occasions.
Custom Cakes
We create personalized custom cakes tailored to specific themes, color schemes, and flavor preferences for any celebration. Our skilled decorators combine artistic design with culinary expertise to produce unique centerpieces. Whether simple or elaborate, each cake reflects our commitment to quality and customer vision.
Wedding Cakes
Our wedding cake specialists design elegant multi-tiered cakes that match couples' special day aesthetics. We offer consultations to understand design preferences and flavor profiles, ensuring each creation is both visually stunning and delicious. Our experience in crafting memorable wedding centerpieces spans decades.
Layer Cakes
We produce richly flavored layer cakes with smooth frosting and creative decorations for birthdays and celebrations. Available in various sizes and flavor combinations, these cakes feature moist cake layers and premium fillings. Our bakers ensure consistent quality and attention to detail in every slice.
Cheesecakes
Our cheesecakes feature creamy textures and rich flavors made from time-tested recipes using high-quality dairy products. Available in classic New York style and specialty variations, each cheesecake is baked fresh daily. We offer both whole cakes and individual servings for any occasion.
Questions
What are Benkert's Bakery's operating hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm and Saturday-Sunday 6:00am-6:00pm.
Do you offer custom cake design services?
Yes, our Cake Wizards specialize in creating custom-designed cakes for weddings and special events.
What baked goods are available daily?
We offer fresh pastries, breads, layer cakes, cheesecakes, and coffee cakes baked daily.
How far in advance should I order a custom cake?
We recommend placing custom cake orders at least two weeks in advance for best availability.
Are there parking options available at your bakery?
Yes, we provide ample parking for customers visiting our Centereach location.
Do you accommodate food allergy concerns?
We advise informing our staff about food allergies when placing orders to ensure proper handling.
Reviews (4)
James C.
Jan 14, 2022
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Went here a few weeks ago for a birthday cake. Everything looked nice until we got the cake home. It had an off taste to it like it had been sitting at the bakery for a few days. Cost was 21:50 for what I would say could feed four maybe five people at most. 8 or 9 inch. Will not go back. This place used to be a good bakery.
Deborah Lyons
Dec 31, 2021
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My family used to frequent Benkerts bakery when I was a child and this year I was looking for petit fours and pfeffernusse cookies. I called the bakery and placed an order at 12 noon and paid for it over phone. When I got to the bakery at 5:30 pm, the Petit fours were not ready so I waited a little bit which was not a problem, only to find out that their version of a petit four was an icing covered rainbow cookie. I was highly disappointed and paid way too much money for these glamorous rainbow cookies. In addition, While I waited for the petit fours to be ready I did purchase a 2 pound box of
Pauline B.
Dec 31, 2021
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Bankerts was a bit of a let down, after seeing all the reviews on here I stopped in to buy pastries/cookies for my family that came to stay for New Years. They had a tiny selection of small pastries so instead I picked 4 big napoleons and a small box of cookies. The rainbow cookies were decent but the napoleons smelled and tasted like mold, I also got a bag of ground coffee which was good. Since it came out to $50 for these items including the napoleons that clearly went bad I dont think Id come back to bankerts unfortunately.
Kerri W.
Dec 27, 2021
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Ordered a Chocolate Cream Pie...received a Whip Cream Pie. Now I love whipped cream but this was ridiculous. I hope this was an error because that's a shameful bakery pie. I would have been humiliated if I had bought this to bring somewhere. Thankfully we just made fun of it as a family after dinner. I will never make that mistake again.
