THE BEST BAKERIES AND PASTRIES
IN TRIESTE
Trieste isn’t just known for its coffee; its pastries are legendary. With roots in Austro-Hungarian tradition and Mediterranean ingredients, local bakeries offer everything from flaky apple strudels to rich nut rolls. Whether you’re craving a quick breakfast, a luxurious dessert, or a sweet gift to bring home, here are the best bakeries in town.
Where to go
Pasticceria Pirona
An icon since 1913, Pirona is a Triestine institution: elegant, old-world, and always buzzing. Try the Presnitz, a spiral pastry packed with nuts and dried fruit, or the rich Carsolina cream cake. A must for lovers of tradition and decadence.
Pasticceria Maritani
Located in the city center, Maritani offers a modern take on Triestine classics. You'll find mini pastries, fruit tarts, and high-end cakes made with precision. Great for takeaway boxes or elegant desserts to bring to a dinner party.
La Bomboniera
This charming old-world pastry shop has been delighting locals since 1863. Known for its intricate decor and period furniture, it serves traditional Austro-Hungarian sweets and marzipan creations. Everything is handmade and often wrapped in vintage-style paper.
Caffè Tommaseo & Caffè San Marco
Historic cafés with pastry counters as beautiful as their interiors. Stop in for a slice of sachertorte, a flaky krapfen, or a delicate almond biscuit, all served in literary, old-world surroundings.
Panetteria Un Mondo Senza Glutine
A bakery with only gluten free bread and pastries, for those who want to appreciate a sweet treat without worrying about gluten.
Tips
• Go early: Morning is when you’ll find the best variety, especially fresh croissants and strudels.
• Takeaway treats: Cannoncini and rustic tarts hold up well for a stroll, or a train ride home.
• Edible souvenirs: Packaged Presnitz or assorted cookies make perfect gifts from Trieste.
Trieste’s bakeries are a delicious bridge between Austro-Hungarian finesse and local flair. Whether you’re indulging in a decadent Presnitz, a flaky millefoglie, or a simple canestrello, each bite celebrates culinary history. From morning pick-me-ups to thoughtful edible gifts, these pastries capture both elegance and warmth. Stop by, savor local sweetness, and let the city’s rich bakery heritage fill your day with flavor and pleasure.