Nadines Bakery

4553 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85711, United States
+1 520-326-0735
$$$ Bakery
(729 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Nadines Bakery is a steady presence on Tucson’s east side, offering a sweet retreat from the everyday hum of Broadway Boulevard. This bakery feels like a neighborhood staple where locals drop in for everything from holiday staples to special celebrations. The atmosphere here is straightforward and approachable — not fussy — with displays of colorful cakes, rustic breads, and a tempting array of pastries that invite both planned visits and last-minute indulgences.

It’s clear that Nadines excels at customized baked goods, making it a go-to spot for events like weddings, retirements, and baby showers. If you’re celebrating a milestone, their custom cakes manage to balance eye-catching design with a flavor profile that’s far from overly sweet or artificial. The bakery’s strength lies in their ability to create richly flavored treats like their chocolate cake with raspberry buttercream or seasonal pies that locals swear by. Those pecan pies, for example, show up as a recurring favorite during holidays and have become something of a seasonal fixture for families.

Beyond the celebratory orders, Nadines Bakery also appeals to those who just want a high-quality daily treat. Items like their raspberry cheesecake bars, cream puffs filled with a generous yet balanced cream, and the cherry turnovers showcase their skill with classic bakery offerings that don’t stray into overly sugary territory. Locals visiting often pick up a large snickerdoodle or an almond chocolate pastry, which suggests the bakery understands how to blend comforting flavors with generous portions — perfect for sharing or savoring alone with an afternoon coffee.

Timing your visit can make a difference here. Because preordering is typically required for custom cakes and popular pies, those planning ahead have the best chance of getting exactly what they want. However, if you’re dropping in, the bakery usually has a solid range of pastries and cookies, though it’s wise to arrive earlier in the day or call ahead during busy seasons, as some favorites can sell out quickly.

The neighborhood setting supports a casual but purposeful vibe—people stop in not just for a sweet fix, but because Nadines feels like a reliable community spot where quality and tradition meet. Whether you’re a local looking to bring home a birthday cake or a traveler wanting to taste some Tucson-style specials, this bakery quietly anchors a part of the city that values straightforward, well-made pastries and cakes with a local touch.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Parking
Free parking lot

Openings Hours

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Monday

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

729 Reviews
Lily Jones

31 Dec 2025

Fantastic bakery! We are loyal fans of their seasonal pecan pie — it's hefty, delicious, and a holiday staple in our house. Just a small suggestion for next year: it would be wonderful if cookies could be added to preorders. I called a month ahead to try and secure some, but was told I couldn't preorder them and was assured they'd have plenty. Unfortunately, they were sold out of some varieties we wanted by the time we arrived at our scheduled time for our pie pickup. I'd love to see the bakery allow cookie preorders. It would be a huge help for those of us traveling a long distance. Being able to reserve those treats alongside our pies would make the experience a perfect 5 stars. Thanks for the hard work during the holiday rush!

Chris Grimes

17 Dec 2025

Nadines Bakery baked our wedding cake, and we were so incredibly impressed by their work. It turned out absolutely delicious, and looked phenomenal. The planning and tasting phase was super easy and we can't thank them enough.

7 Tre 24

26 Nov 2025

Nadine’s did a wonderful job creating a special cake for my retirement. It looked amazing and tasted delicious. Thank you!

Cyrus Tracy

25 Nov 2025

This place is SO good. I have gone here 2 times now, and I am hoping to go more before I move in august. The cheesecake bars they had were so bomb, and this time I tried a little cake and cream puffs. The cream in the cream puffs is OUTSTANDING. It isn't overly sweet at all, and comes with so much. They do a good job at incorporating a decadent flavor to the chocolate in any of their baked goods. Highly recommend :)

Tara Sharma

13 Nov 2025

We were visiting Tucson and staying at a hotel close to this bakery. We decided to stop in and pick up a couple treats while in town. I got an almond chocolate pastry that was to die for, and an oatmeal pocket filled with raspberry jam, and my husband got a snickerdoodle cookie the size of his head. We enjoyed everything we purchased and I’m looking forward to stopping in anytime I’m in town.

Sandra Anaya

02 Oct 2025

After looking at 3 other bakeries, I found Nadines Bakery on line. I called and spoke to a friendly voice, indicated what I needed and was told I needed to go in to order. I did go in the following day where I was promptly greeted by a young lady, friendly and referred to someone else who may have been having a stressed morning. I was told I couldn't order my cake because they were booked. (I just needed the cake, no set up). I did let them know that I was told that I could order it and that's why I was there. I was able to order for pick up. This young lady's mood lightened up and the rest of my interaction with her was much more pleasant as we talked. I also purchased one of their cherry Danish. The Danish was very very good! PICK UP DAY: the cake was in the refrigerator and it was beautiful. I was anxious to taste it. It was boxed with care with instructions on how to carry it, where not to put it during transport. Went to the venue with the cake. Had dinner, cake was brought out and it was a big hit! The cake was absolutely perfectly delicious . IT'S A BOY I would recommend if you need a cake, cookies, turnovers, etc., that's where I'll be going! Not sure on all the prices. I was a little sticker shocked at the price of the cake, but in hindsight, it worked out just great. Thank you Nadines Bakery for a job well done UPDATE: Ordered a space themed babyshower cake from Nadine's. Marble cake , 3 layers, decorated and it was a big hit at the party. Once again, thank you to the staff at Nadine's! Added some pictures to show the theme along with the cake (accidentally smudged the balloon strings)

Christy Sanchez

21 Sep 2025

I love Nadine's and their cakes are considered family tradition. Everything is delicious and they're decorating is top notch. The only reason I didn't give them five stars is because I've had some poor customer service interactions on my last two visits. Both times the person who was assisting me was fantastic, the poor interactions were with people who weren't even assisting me. I'm still a fan of the bakery and will continue to buy there I'm just a little disappointed with the customer service and may be a little hesitant to recommend them without a warning in the future.

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