Reviews of Rocket Bakery (Bakery)

Phil Wilson

Great place, if not a little confusing. We arrived in St. John's and our guide brought us here to get something for a picnic at Cape Spear. I would highly recommend anything. It was great picnic food. The lineup and purchase can be a …

Todd Miller

Love the baked goods here and the amazing vibe.

Matthew James

Stopped in on the recommendation of a friend and was not disappointed. Tried the coffee, fish cakes, short bread cookies and bread pudding- all were amazing! Kelly, the owner, was great and took time to sit and chat with myself and girlfriend. Overall great experience!

Mohammad Ali

It's healthy food in comparison to all the fried food they eat here. But it still lacks that palatal kick that forces a reactionary response of wow that's pretty good. However the atmosphere makes up for the food. I'd just go for coffee and cake next time. Not a meal.

Jennifer Grant

One of the best cafes. Creative, local, fresh. Music, events, bathrooms upstairs. Lots of seating although gets busy. Outdoors seating too. Yummy coffee, awesome salads and cool soft drinks. Wicked pastries.

Christina Trigiani

THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! From the decor to the food to the staff. The staff was so welcoming and patient as we were 6 people who had a lot of questions. I had the quinoa salad and the herb and sweet potato soup. Everything was so delicious AND THEY HAVE VEGAN OPTIONS! I highly recommend this place to everyone!

Yashwenee Selvaraju

Absolutely love rocket and its employees. The warm, cosy atmosphere never fails to brighten up the overcast days in St John's. I highly recommend the fish cakes, macarons, pain au chocolat, and shortbread cookies. Never a dull moment in here. :)

Anna Celebanska

Amazing and famous bakery and a coffee shop. The only thing I'd like to suggest is to work a little bit on the teste of a regular coffee. But definitely I will vist this place again! Good atmosphere to meet friends or to work.

Steve Hall

Excellent coffee shop and lots of cool local items! Picked up Tonic syrup for gin and Ginger Rose syrup for Bourbon from Third Place Cocktail Co here. Great products. And the coffee at Rocket is awesome as well.

Reema Kalani

I love Rocket Bakery. Love their bakery products. Their flakies and croissants are sooo goood. Really like the coffee and teas they make. …

Ryan Metheral

The Benhi Mi sandwich is incredible! Great french press coffee. Get dessert, too!

Adam Popper

We arrived early with our two young kids and had our choice of two high chairs. There was a change table, too. The French press was strong and delicious. The quiche was creamy, and the croissant pleased my toddler. I’d go again for sure.

Melissa Gregory

I had the pleasure of booking the third floor of the Rocket for my wedding. I loved the old St. John's rustic vibe that the building portrays. Exposed brick walls and pretty Edison lights. Planning this wedding from Ontario was much easier than expected as Sophie made everything so smooth for us. She was kind and helpful. The food here was delicious, full of flavor and plentiful! My guests are still talking about the food! I am so thankful we had our reception here and the staff were excellent!

Jordan Farrell

Superb staff. Amazing baked goods. Local landmark. Great location for functions upstairs. Weddings, etc. Fishcakes are top tier. Delicious soups and fresh coffee. It's got an endless list of delectable foods to choose from.

Michael Walter

Smells delicious the moment you walk in. Full of many varieties of tasty bread and baked good. Also makes great food for lunch, with some great sandwiches. They also make some great desserts, with my particular favorite being the very tasty, and very dense, bread pudding. Rocket also serves delicious coffee. Their room for eating offers a diverse range of sitting options, from a low table in the window facing the street that requires you to sit cross legged, to an old church pew at a table. Highly recommend eating anything here.

Mandy Kent

Awesome vegan soup complimented the 50's themed place! The baking looks delicious and the knick knacks are cool. Great place to Christmas shop and grab a bite!

Sarah Kakeeway

The Rocket has a great selection of pastries as well as lunch time items. They have gluten free and vegan options as well. It’s a great place to sit and have a coffee or meet a friend for lunch. They often have musical guests that add a lovely atmosphere.

Adam ray

Great coffee, food is amazing, great atmosphere! All of the staff are very chill. The art work is unique. I love the table and chairs that are mismatched but provide a very homey feeling.

Dale Northey

Fresh made stuff with day old stuff clearly marked and discounted. They make "everything except the tortillas". This place can get super busy so bring a little patience. The barista station was slammed and, all I wanted was a brewed coffee, so I noticed they were a little sluggish getting a second body to assist. We weren't disappointed with anything we put in our mouths from the partridge berry scones to the tourtiere - excellent pie pastry and my better half has me spoiled in that regard.

Mauzoon Waseem

This place really have some great bakery items. Have been going their for breakfast frequently and have recently tried their Almond Croissants and Cheesecake and I can tell you that they have the most authentic Cheesecake in town. Their Croissants are also good. From a pricing standpoint, I find the place to be on the higher side as compared to other bakeries in town. Their staff is friendly as well.

Alex McGruer

Great food and a nice place to take a friend. Most recently this was the Mount Pearl Location. Sadly Water Street is now gone. It will be missed.

Thomas Cooper

Staff and ownership work exceptionally hard for your business. A brilliant piece of downtown St. John's...if every business was as resiliant and innovative as Rocket, St. John's would be a case study for downtown rejuvenation in North America!

Pablo Vega Behar

Very good coffee. Pastries are hit or miss, but if you get the good ones, they're really good. I recommend the bread pudding. They also have very good sandwiches, soups, wraps, and salads. Cool sitting area where you can spend time working/reading/chatting with friends, etc.

Stella Iu

You can get a bit lost finding the right line to queue up on: bakery, food, or coffee. You need to line up to order then hang around and wait, making it a very busy and crowded spot. The food is alright, the coffee is good, the bakery is hit or miss. Once you get out of the crowded serving space, the dining area is quite chill and you can relax with a book or hang with friends.

Brittany Picanco

Cute local cafe with lots of options to eat and drink. The pastries are extremely fresh and delicious. Would recommend coming here!

Considerate Prick

The raspberry Danish was very good. More chocolate in the chocolatine would be better. And the butter croissant ???? was a bit salty.

mark hickey

Great store! Good coffee and awesome bread!! Staff are friendly and helpful for new customers!!! Jilust ask and they are more than happy to help! The store is like a horse shoe for covid so make sure you dont forget your bread or coffee!!! Will be back and highly recommend!!

Noel Bennett

I'm not in the habit of writing reviews but feel compelled to comment on what I see as the short comings of the Rocket. 3 yrs ago I discovered the Rocket while working in downtown St John's and have gone there religiously on every trip to St John's, great coffee, love the food, casual atmosphere and service is good. On this trip I took my wife to the Rocket for a late breakfast thinking it would be a good experience. We placed our order were asked to be seated and our food would be delivered. There were no seats available so I informed the cashier, we were then seated at a table the size of a large dinner plate in the corner of what looks like a stockroom there goes the pleasant atmosphere. Our food arrived my wife had a speciality toast with avacado and it was quite nice, I had the breakfast hash it was poor quality, small quantity and over priced. The dish was mostly potato with a dry over cooked egg on top, the peppers and other veggies listed on the menu were spray on at best, this is not the Rocket I remember. The staff does not seem to be engaged in their jobs or their customers this is not what we experienced at any other business on our trip. The Rocket now seems more like a hang-out with "nobody minding the store" Unfortunately I think the Rocket has become a Dud

Lady L.

The food is ok and pretty expensive. I paid nearly $10 for a piece of cake that was extremely sweet. A cake needs to be consistent and fresh not overly powerfully sweet. We also waited a long time to pay for a soda while there was no one in the shop. I'd go back only in case of hunger emergency.

Master iOqY

Chic café but we found the price to be $$ for the quality and the service was aloof at best. At least the adjacent space was comfortable, cozy and wifi was available

Dave Banko

Is open 365 days a year and serves some of the best baked goods in town. It hosts local and visiting performers fairly regularly, especially during tourist season. The coffee and service is pretty good. …

Justin Ng

Would I come back: Yes! Value: Really enjoyed the feel and ambiance of the store. Had a lot of personality and all of the staff were friendly and engaging. The Good: Food (we had the smokey) was tasty. We sat around for a bit using their wifi and saw the restaurant fill up with lots of people going in and out. The Bad: Wasn't "bad" just felt like the coffee could've had a bit more flavour. Bath/Rest/Wash-rooms: Clean (upstairs).

Paul Brown

The Rocket is open for business on Water Street with a nice outdoor eating area. We stopped in on a sunny afternoon last week and had Tomato Basil Soup with a coffee and a chocolate croissant for dessert. Great again as usual! Make sure to stop by and support this great local eatery and be sure to follow their social distancing markers and rules.

Jay Borenstein

If you want hipster-crafted delicious baked goods, this is yer place.

Adam Deutsch

Popped in to grab a coffee and sweet with my partner today. The coffee was amazing, and so was the brownie that I got! I was extremely impressed with the price point of everything offered by Rocket Bakery. My partner got a London Fog and …

Elise Barrie

Prices were decent and location is good for tourists, although very small and cramped. Unfortunately the raspberry "flakey" we bought was just layers of raw pastry dough. The "sinful cinnamon buns" were lacking as well; a dry lump of …

Deborah Kuo

The 50s rocket theme of the restaurant is really fun and gives it an informal and fun-loving atmosphere where there is a constant buzz about the place. It's always busy from what we saw and when we went for lunch, we were pleasantly surprised with the fun atmosphere and the great informal service. They have a neat way where you head to the back and grab a numbered card out of a toaster and wait until you are called to give your order. The food is all delicious and there is nothing that isn't just what you'd want to eat. The coffee and the cafe is good and they do things in a simple and honest way. I loved the iced tea which wasn't sweetened. Perfect spot to get a quick bite. Worth checking out for breakfast/lunch if you're in the area.

Shauna Lynch

Rocket is a great place to meet up with a pal for coffee. The large seating area is very inviting and you're bound to run into someone you know. …

Blair Norton

Nothing fancy, but they know how to make a croissant and other pastries. Free WiFi, coffee bar.

Kaveh M

A very cozy place, with positive atmosphere and really fresh bakery products. Absolutely amazing!

Discovering Destinations

If you are visiting St John's Newfoundland, don't forget to add to your list of "Must do" at least a dessert Rocket Bakery & Fresh Food which is a place you can just sit, relax and enjoy a great coffee, sandwiche or amazing desserts. You can also buy local products in their store or take out if you prefer to eat at your hotel room. We totally recommend!!!

Adam Pollack

Most delicious cake and brownies I’ve had in St John’s. Looking forward to future visits and treats

J W

Come for buying treats and baked goods sure. But do not try to buy coffee here. I waited 30 mins for an Americano. If you see a crowd waiting by the coffee bar, just skip it.

Katrina

Rocket refused to give our wedding deposit back even though it would have been impossible for them to provide the services agreed upon at the time of booking. When we were forced to rebook our wedding plans at the Rocket Room due to Covid in 2020, we were initially told that our deposit would be held in trust until such time as the event could be rescheduled. When venues were again allowed to operate some months later, we were still unable to return to Canada from Australia due to travel restrictions in both countries. Then, near the end of 2020 we were informed by the Rocket ownership that they were moving from their old Water Street location and would, as a result, be losing the function room, and therefore unable to hold weddings in 2021. We were then told, after several emails back and forth with proprietor Dave Hopley, that we would receive no compensation of any kind from Rocket, despite the fact that the facilities we had paid for no longer existed. We got nothing at all for our money because of the supposed financial hardships that Covid had foisted upon Rocket Bakery; a company which, 18 months later, is now operating 3 locations. Covid has been devastating for many and outside anyone's control but I am absolutely shocked that they can get away with keeping our money, when they are still operating a successful business. It is truly shameful behaviour from a company that has the gall to associate itself with the traditional Newfoundland values of kindness and community. What is worse, I strongly suspect that we are not alone in our experience.

Irtaza Tahir

The food at this bakery was amazing!!! I had their sun dried tomato quiche and it was to-die-for. ଘ(੭*ˊᵕˋ)੭* Literally, i died and went to heaven from the delicious mouth watering taste of that quiche. ଘ(੭*ˊᵕˋ)੭* The space had great service and ambiance. Would go again 12/10.

Agent Chatman

Fantastic spot! The staff are super friendly & efficient. Sandwiches and coffee a fabulous. The added sidewalk seating makes it an ideal spot for a snack and taking in the local scenery.

L Kay

I couldn't choose what to get! Had the screech and pulled pork pie.. it was so good. Also got ginger cookies. The fish cakes were outstanding and the broccoli cheese soup was delicious. Place is clean staff are friendly and extra helpful. I could eat here every day!

Eden Sullivan

Very cute shop I had a matcha latte which was great

Reni Caccamo

Perfect place to spend some time drinking a nice cappuccino and croissant in a relaxing setting. Pastries a baked fresh daily and the coffee is top notch. Love the table area.

Nelson Seto

Cute resto with vintage decor. The staff is smiley and helpful. There's a good selection of pastries and sandwiches and warm food. I had the pulled pork turnover and it was ok. They used a lot of spices for their sauce so I wasn't taking it pretty well. Their coffee is supposed to be one of the best, but it can be a bit stronger.

vivian tao

The most famous cafe shop in main street (water street) there are numerous stuffs and also provide seat and Wi-Fi.

tiffany roberts

Super over priced for mediocre food. I have eaten here a couple times in hope that my one bad experience would remain just that but each time has been a bigger let down than the last. The prices are absolutely insane $10 for a simple grilled cheese, very small discounts on day old sandwiches. I recently had a day old sandwich, a cinnamon bun and a lemonade which honestly was too sour to even drink and it cost well over $20. I love the atmosphere and I’m all about supporting local businesses but I just can’t support any business ripping off their customers like this.

Tom

What happened to the old location? When I was last in St. Johns, Rockets was in an amazing spot with great food, great drinks, lots of little trinkets and gifts, and a nice sitting area, etc. This new location is so much smaller with very limited options - not much of an experience anymore for a tourist. Why the downgrade???

Cliff Quick

Stopped for a quick brunch. Very nice decor, old fashioned charm, pleasant staff. Ham and Swiss sandwich was fresh and tasty. Would recommend to others for a visit. My first time, visiting from Hamilton, Ont.

Dgate Cycle

Amazing Lattes. Some of the best I've ever tried. They used to get their beans from Phil and Sebastian. …

Laura Ng Chin Yue

Lots of sunlight. Good food and drinks. Nice sitting area. Colourful. For solo ppl, couples, groups of friends...it welcomes everyone. Love it there! It has a vibrant positive energy!

Aaron Blackmore

Best Chai Tea Latte and Cappuccino here :)

Gonzalez Thomas C

Can't recommend this place, at least not for lunch. I got their chicken burrito, which had obviously been made earlier in the day and then reheated in an oven. There were also premade sandwiches on display that looked like they had been there for a while. Their cakes looked nice so maybe there are some things that they do well.

Russell Dawe

Wonderful freshly cooked food. Especially recommend the pulled pork turnover. Delicious selection of baked treats, and some of the best coffee and espresso in the city. Friendly atmosphere and a casual welcoming atmosphere for a leisurely lunch or just grab a bite to go!

T S

I wish I could find them more stars… my chocolatine was disappointing though the pastry was decent. The lack of chocolate impacted my overall enjoyment. Their current scone (not pictured) was good though it was very dense and floury than …