"love their pastries! savory, sweet they have it all! food: always love their kouign-amann flaky goodness. their seasonal pastries are always fun to try. I have not gotten a loaf from here but I plan to do so soon it’s nice to pop in here for a pastry and next door for a drink! ambiance: seating is tough but bok bar lets you spread out service: always greeted by the same guy and know I will be treated to a treat after I order"

"Machine Shop Bakery was an absolute dream and one of the standout stops of our Philadelphia trip. I had read about this place ahead of time, but walking in exceeded every expectation. Everyone working there was incredibly hospitable, and the overall vibe was just so good. I’m a culinary teacher in the Boston area, specifically baking and pastry, and I completely nerded out being here. These pastries are truly on par with some of the French pastry I’ve had in Paris — no exaggeration. You can immediately tell how high-quality everything is, from the ingredients to the execution to the way the space is set up. The bakery is housed in a renovated vocational school, and the creative use of the space just adds to the experience. It feels thoughtful, intentional, and really special. We chatted with a couple people in line who live in Philly and said they come here regularly, which says everything — this is clearly a beloved local spot. And the pastries… wow. The orange cardamom morning bun was outstanding, the mushroom Danish was incredible, the focaccia was perfect, and the coffee cake and pecan roll were both delicious. We stopped here before a full day of walking, and it fueled us up in the best possible way while adding such a memorable moment to our trip. If you care about pastry, quality, or just an exceptional bakery experience, Machine Shop Bakery is an absolute must. I could have happily stood there all morning just admiring (and eating) everything."

"This bakery is a true gem! The pastries are absolutely fantastic and clearly made with traditional French techniques. Every bite of the croissant was flaky and buttery, and all their pastries were delicate and flavorful. It's like a trip to Paris without leaving town. The quality and authenticity are unmatched. Highly recommend!"

"Machine Shop has a very chill, cozy bakery vibe-perfect for grabbing a bite and relaxing on a Sunday morning or a rainy day. The pastries and croissants are genuinely tasty and well-made. The only downside for me is the pricing; spending $25–$30 for just a few pastries doesn’t feel great. If it were a bit more affordable, I’d come more often. Still, it’s definitely worth trying, and I’d recommend stopping in at least once."

"Every bakery piece is perfect and creative, no where else to be found. Nice vibe. Updates: I visited back with high expectations. But they disappointed me. Bakeries become mediocre. I asked for a bag to bag one bakery leftover. The staff was very specific on what the bakery is to decide whether it should be a box or a bag. I don’t care, I just want to have something to take that thing to go. I don’t know how they charge that expensive price but still being so disappointing."