More than a century ago, baker Gus Isgro established Isgro Pastries in the Italian Market, a take-a-number spot whose unmistakably buttery aroma wafts down Christian Street. Customers swear by the pound cake, Italian cream and strawberry shortcakes, but filled-to-order cannoli are Isgro’s top sellers. This expansive Italian Market bakery plates up an overwhelming number of delectables to choose from. Everything is handmade using natural, high quality ingredients. Isgro’s is the only bakery in Philadelphia that still hand-fills your cannoli with a spoon after you’ve decided whether you prefer the ricotta, chocolate, or vanilla cream filling.
A.J. Sarno
Owner
Store history
Joined Mercato 2018
Store hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00am-6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am-6:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Store inventory
62 items available
Pricing
Order min: $1.00
Delivery fees
Local delivery available
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Diana B.Philadelphia, PA
2 months ago
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Marilyn S.Philadelphia, PA
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Elizabeth S.Philadelphia, PA
3 months ago
The fresh strawberry shortcake was delightful - beautiful AND delicious, without being sickly sweet, so the flavors of the berries and cream shone through.
I was surprised that the biscotti weren't a full pound. They were all in one box, which was fine, but the box felt light. So before I opened it, I put it on my (very accurate) kitchen scale -- 15 ounces, including the box. At $20/lb, that makes a difference, and one I hope I would have caught if I'd been at the store. If Mercato authorizes _over_ the total because of possible weight fluctuations, why didn't I get a full pound?
Isgro Pastries is a bakery located on Christian St in Philadelphia. They carry cannolis, Italian cookies, cakes, pies, and pastries. Isgro Pastries has been doing business since 1904 and it was initially established in Philadelphia.
