Guarino's Pastry Shop

Guarino's Pastry Shop is a bakery in Norwood, MA. The shop specializes in Italian Rum Cakes, a full variety of pastries, and dessert cakes. Their offerings include a large variety of Italian breads, over a dozen types of Italian and American cookies, cannolis in three different flavors, and seasonal holiday specialties.

This family-run establishment was opened in 1974 by Giuseppe and Gloria Guarino. Giuseppe, who originally came from Naples, Italy, brought techniques learned from his early career in Boston's North End to create a unique menu. Today, the business continues its tradition of using authentic recipes and fine ingredients, with Michael Guarino working to maintain the quality of their Italian and American pastries. The shop provides various selections including Danishes, muffins, and mini pastry trays.

Located on Washington Street, the bakery is a short walk from the Norwood Post Office and the Morrill Memorial Library. It is also situated near Bond Street Park, Aaron Guild Park, and the Norwood Central train station.

Guarino's Pastry Shop is a highly regarded local institution, recognized as a consecutive winner of the Number One Readers Choice Gold Awards from 2000 through 2025. Their long-standing reputation is reflected in their 4.50 rating, standing as a well-established pillar of the community for over 50 years.

With decades of expertise in authentic Italian baking, Guarino's Pastry Shop remains a premier destination for specialty sweets in Norwood.