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Rocket Bakery & Fresh Food offers scrumptious, made-from-scratch handmade breads, desserts, prepared hot and cold specialties, excellent coffee and food-lover groceries in a warm, casual, heritage space at 272 Water Street in downtown St. John's. Try our no-flour-added soups, salads and desserts, too!
PRICE RANGE
US$1 - US$22
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
CUISINES
American, Canadian, Cafe, Healthy, Soups
FEATURES
Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Live Music
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Reviewed October 5, 2023 via mobile

The food and drinks were good, however the service was indifferent at best. The store wasn’t busy. Ordered a cappuccino, two lattes, a brewed coffee, two breakfast sandwiches and an oat square. The drinks and square showed up about 30 minutes after the sandwiches. When...the server was asked if the remainder of the order had been forgotten, she was indignant at being asked.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed October 4, 2023

I love this spot - they have great coffee and their desserts and pastries are delicious - I got the chocolate Danish and it was so good! The only complaint I have is how long it takes to get coffee. In their old location, this...was a great spot to get a coffee to go. They used to have one lineup for coffee, and another for food. You could grab a coffee and go fairly quickly. Now, however, I sometimes find myself waiting 10 minutes or more just for a latte. They need to work out a better system at the front counter.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Kelly Mansell, Owner at Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food, responded to this reviewResponded October 5, 2023

Hi STJCC! Thanks so much for your review! Yes - so much changed with COVID, including a move to our new location … thanks for the heads up on our coffee service. We’re always trying to improve! Kelly

Reviewed September 11, 2023 via mobile

A great place for lunch. We enjoyed the grilled cheese sandwich and chicken salad wrap. Good coffee and reasonable prices too. The outdoor seating area is a good place to take in the Water Street experience.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Kelly Mansell, Owner at Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food, responded to this reviewResponded September 14, 2023

Escape! Thank you so much for your review! Glad you enjoyed your Rocket experience! Kelly

Reviewed August 6, 2023 via mobile

Went this morning for coffee and to pick up some pastries. My vanilla latte was ok but I wanted it in a mug and they gave it to me in a take away cup. Pain au chocolate was nothing special. I would pass on these....However Raspberry flakie is to die for! Wonderful- I loved it!More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed August 6, 2023

The Coffee tastes like an old sock , it also smelled funny . To add insult to injury the price gouging is out of control in NFLD I would NOT go here and the review above are far from truth ..

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed July 7, 2023 via mobile

We bought some pastries here while staying in St John’s. The cinnamon buns were amazing and the pain au chocolat was very good. Quick service. They seemed to be doing a brisk business, also selling sandwiches for lunch. They open at 8:30am.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed July 1, 2023

I went there twice in my five day stay in St John.They had good coffees and cappuccinos. Baked good were very good too. Try the raspberry flakies!

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed October 19, 2022

Excellent coffee, tea and baked goods! Excellent coffee, tea and baked goods! Excellent coffee, tea and baked goods!

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed October 10, 2022 via mobile

I had read about this place prior to our trip and was not disappointed. Good food and good atmosphere and prices were reasonable

Date of visit: September 2022
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Kelly M, Owner at Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food, responded to this reviewResponded October 11, 2022

Thank you so much! Hope you come back soon! Kelly

Reviewed September 21, 2022

went in just for a scone and water. The scone was big and wonderful. They were very helpful in finding a fish shop for me.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Kelly M, Owner at Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food, responded to this reviewResponded October 11, 2022

Thanks for letting us know you enjoyed the scone and found a fish shop! 😃👍 Kelly

Reviewed September 3, 2022

Good coffee on Water Street in downtown Saint John's. Good selection of treats and also sells coffee for brewing at home.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Kelly M, Owner at Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food, responded to this reviewResponded September 6, 2022

Thank you! Kelly

Reviewed August 10, 2022

I had read somewhere in my research of things to do in St. John's that there is live trad music at Rocket Bakery on Tuesday afternoons, so my husband and I headed down to Water St. around noon and popped in for a bite. We...both had chicken sandwiches, which were delicious, and I had a nice iced coffee as well. Service was friendly and efficient. We weren't disappointed in the experience. Sure enough a group of musicians seated at a table in front took out their instruments and treated everyone to a wonderful set of tunes. We really liked that it felt low-key, authentic and local, not a tourist attraction. There are a lot of things to like about Newfoundland and Rocket counts as one of them.More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Kelly M, Owner at Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food, responded to this reviewResponded September 6, 2022

Thank you so much, BAM1113! We really appreciate the time you took to write the review! Come again soon! Kelly

Reviewed August 7, 2022 via mobile

Went to Sidmouth to Golk Week. Food to buy on Vie far too expensive. Went back to town to look for food. Found a lovely bakery and take away. The Upper Crust. Wonderful food. Sandwich 🥪 sooo big filled to the brim with various fillings....Then a cake mine Choux filled with apple, the size of a dinner plate + a coffee filter or tea. Wait for it !!!! All for £4.99. Its so good and won't break the bank. Lovely friendly women too😁😁😁👍👍.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed August 4, 2022

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our lattes, freshly made and tasty fish cakes as well as our scrumptious desserts! We also found the service to be quite attentive and very friendly. We strongly recommend a visit to this delightful bakery!

Date of visit: July 2022
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Kelly M, Owner at Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food, responded to this reviewResponded August 6, 2022

Thanks for your review, Deb! Hope you come back soon! Kelly

Reviewed August 3, 2022 via mobile

My sister and I ate here twice. The food was delicious and clean restaurant. The staff friendly, however it was hard to find clean utensils. I think they are understaffed right now, just like so many businesses.

Date of visit: July 2022
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Kelly M, Owner at Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food, responded to this reviewResponded August 4, 2022

Hi Elaine! Thanks so much for your kind words and feedback! We appreciate it! Kelly

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Rocket Bakery and Fresh Food is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5