A good bakery isn’t too difficult to find, especially in Missouri. However, most of the old-school bakeries, while known and beloved in their neighborhoods, remain a hidden gem for those not in the neighborhood. Vitale’s Bakery in Missouri, for example, is one of the few remaining old-fashioned Italian bakeries. Next time your sweet tooth is aching, head to this corner bakery that makes some of the best Italian pastries and bread you’ll ever taste.

Tucked on a corner of Marconi Avenue in St. Louis, Vitale’s Bakery has been satisfying Missourians’ sweet tooth since 1976.

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It’s one of those old-fashioned Italian bakeries where you’ll feel right at home when you walk through the front door. The quaint bakery has been family-owned since the very beginning.

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Don’t be too surprised if your mouth begins to water when you start looking at the many delicious pastries in the display cases.

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You’ll find a little bit of everything, including freshly-baked breads. Vitale’s Bakery, in fact, makes its bread for numerous local restaurants.

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Browse the display case for your favorites, including biscotti, amaretto, and classic butter chocolate chip cookies.

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You probably won’t want to pass by the chocolate-covered macaroons or the turtles. (What’s available when you visit will likely vary.)

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How does a helping of ricotta puffs sound? You can also order everything you need for the holidays or any other special occasions.

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Make sure you pick up some Cucidati, a classic fig Christmas cookie. Cookie trays are also available, and don’t forget to ask about the freshly-made pizza dough,

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Here’s the official website of Vitale’s Bakery. Or, go here for Facebook.

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Have you been to Vitale’s Bakery in Missouri? What’s your favorite item on the menu? Join the conversation in the comments! For more, taste-tantalizing homemade goodies, stop by Sweet Things Bakery in St. Charles.

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Address: 2130 Marconi Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA