Hackensack Bakery Named One of the Best in America

B&W Bakery recognized on prestigious Food & Wine list of top 100 bakeries nationwide.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Food & Wine magazine has named B&W Bakery in Hackensack, New Jersey as one of the 100 best bakeries in America. The family-owned bakery, which has been in business since 1948, is known for its popular "heavy crumb cake" and other baked goods.

Why it matters

With so many excellent bakeries across the country, being named to this prestigious national list is a major accomplishment for a small, family-owned business like B&W Bakery. It highlights the quality and craftsmanship of the bakery's products and its standing among the top bakers in the United States.

The details

B&W Bakery has been a fixture in Hackensack, New Jersey since it first opened its doors in 1948. Over the decades, the family-owned business has built a loyal following for its wide selection of baked goods, including its signature "heavy crumb cake" that has become a local favorite. The bakery's inclusion on Food & Wine's list of the 100 best bakeries in America is a testament to the quality and care that goes into every item they produce.

  • B&W Bakery was established in Hackensack in 1948.
  • Food & Wine magazine released its list of the 100 best bakeries in America in February 2026.

The players

B&W Bakery

A family-owned bakery that has been operating in Hackensack, New Jersey since 1948, known for its popular "heavy crumb cake" and other baked goods.

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What they’re saying

“When it comes to baked goods, my two favorites would be pie and bread. There is nothing like a fresh-baked pie and fresh bread out of the oven, absolutely delicious.”

— Shawn Michaels (catcountry1073.com)

The takeaway

B&W Bakery's inclusion on the prestigious Food & Wine list of the 100 best bakeries in America is a testament to the enduring quality and craftsmanship of this family-owned business that has served the Hackensack community for over 75 years. It's a reminder that even small, local bakeries can achieve national recognition for their exceptional baked goods.