The Sweet Life Bakeshop

Bakeries in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

4.9 (512)

CategoryBakeries Β· Cafe, Dessert restaurant
Address740 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
StreetSouth Street
AreaPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
Phone(215) 717-7770
Google rating 4.9 (512)

Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11 am–6 pm
Thursday11 am–7 pm
Friday11 am–7 pm
Saturday11 am–7 pm
Sunday11 am–6 pm

About The Sweet Life Bakeshop

The Sweet Life Bakeshop is Philly's first and best banana pudding shop. We offer atleast 6 flavors daily; some with bananas and some without. We also specialize in cupcakes including some vegan flavors. We make delicious and beautiful custom cakes to order. Each batch from scratch!

The Sweet Life Bakeshop is a bakery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is listed at 740 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, which places it among the local businesses of Philadelphia that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Google also lists it under cafe, dessert restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

American bakeries range from wholesale operations that supply restaurants to neighborhood shops that sell bread, pastries, cookies and cakes over the counter, and many of them also pour coffee. Bagel shops boil and bake on site and sell out of favorite flavors by late morning; donut shops open before dawn and are often family-run; patisseries and cake studios take custom orders for weddings and birthdays and usually need one to two weeks' notice. Ice cream parlors, gelato shops and frozen yogurt bars are seasonal in the northern states and year-round in the South and on the West Coast. Prices are posted per item, by the dozen or by the pound, and most shops now take cards and mobile payment.

Hours are published for 5 days a week. On most of those days it is open 11 am–7 pm. It is closed on Monday, Tuesday. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (215) 717-7770. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, sweetlifephilly.com.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 512 reviews, which is a strong result for a bakery in Philadelphia and suggests consistent service.

Philadelphia is in Pennsylvania, in the Northeast, where four distinct seasons shape local life: hot humid summers, snowy winters that can close businesses for a day, and a dense pattern of towns where walking, transit and street parking all matter. US addresses list the street number and name, then the city, state abbreviation and ZIP code, and Philadelphia follows the same pattern; a suite or apartment number such as Ste 200 refers to a unit inside the building. The map link on this page shows the exact spot.

See the other bakeries in Philadelphia listed below to compare ratings, hours and locations before you decide. Details on this page come from public sources and may change; confirm anything important by phone before relying on it. Business owners can claim the listing to keep it up to date.

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Tiffany 9 months ago

This was my first visit. I wanted to try the regular banana pudding, but it was sold out, so I tried the salted caramel banana pudding. I also tried a vanilla cupcake, sweet potato pie, and the peach cobbler. 1.) Salted Caramel Banana Pudding: Great!- 5 stars 2.) Vanilla Cupcake: Good!- 4 1/2 stars 3.) Sweet Potato Pie: Ok- 3 1/2 stars 4.) Peach Cobbler: Not so good- 2 stars *I gave the Peach Cobbler 2 stars due to the crust not being done completely, but the filling was ok. Without the crust being done throughout, I couldn't finish it, as you can see in the photo.

KingVegan 10 months ago

Resisting temptation is a skill I have finally mastered, but it was a challenge as I walked past a charming bakery on South Street. The scrumptious aroma wafting from it was impossible to ignore, so I felt compelled to step inside and explore the tempting delights they had to offer. Surprisingly, they had vegan options available, which was a delightful discovery for me. Despite not having a sweet tooth, I visit this area frequently and pondered treating myself to a nice indulgence that I could perhaps share at a family gathering. Upon entering, the delightful scents of sugar, cinnamon, and frosting enveloped me, creating an irresistible allure. The friendly young lady behind the counter graciously assisted me in exploring their offerings. Although I didn't make a purchase that day, I have earmarked this bakery for future visits. I am even contemplating bringing something from here to Thanksgiving dinner as it seems like a promising option.

Meangirlcoco 10 months ago

First of all I love her. The chef is so cute I mess with her every time I go in there. We laugh every time I swear. Her energy and personality is baked in the damn food lol. I'm so glad she opens on Tuesdays again so I can "bother her" the pineapple upside down cake 🀯 amazing

Gee Yah 11 months ago

Service was wonderful . Told me about the products. Smelled delicious in the bakery. I tried a large peach pudding which was Amazing, and a small No-nana pudding also Amazing. These dont have a chemical back taste that I usually come across with banana puddings .. AND I was told no pork either so that's a big win ! I definitely recommend ... Also a hit with the kids ! The peach taste like peach and the no-nana taste like Vanilla wafers

V S 11 months ago

I’m mind blown!! Such good quality for a good price, the banana pudding actually put a smile on my face 😭 I find dramatic reactions to food hard to believe but as someone who isn’t even a huge dessert person, this physically made me smile! Got me so badly I had to write a review, and I rarely do that. Please stay open forever and stay true to your quality, I’m so happy. Getting good quality treats that aren’t overpriced to hell is hard to come by, and this made my day today. You never know whose day you’re making by being true to your craft. Will be hard to not overspend here. The pudding is so creamy and smooth!

All reviews on Google β†—

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Sweet Life Bakeshop located?

The Sweet Life Bakeshop is at 740 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is The Sweet Life Bakeshop?

The Sweet Life Bakeshop is listed as a bakery and is also tagged on Google as cafe, dessert restaurant.

What are the hours of The Sweet Life Bakeshop?

Published hours are Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11 am–6 pm; Thursday: 11 am–7 pm; Friday: 11 am–7 pm; Saturday: 11 am–7 pm; Sunday: 11 am–6 pm. It is closed on Monday, Tuesday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is The Sweet Life Bakeshop open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 11 am–6 pm.

What is the phone number of The Sweet Life Bakeshop?

You can call The Sweet Life Bakeshop at (215) 717-7770.

How is The Sweet Life Bakeshop rated on Google?

The Sweet Life Bakeshop has a Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 512 reviews.

Does The Sweet Life Bakeshop have a website?

Yes, the website of The Sweet Life Bakeshop is sweetlifephilly.com (linked on this page).

More bakeries in Philadelphia

All bakeries in Philadelphia β†’

Stocks Bakery

Bakeries Β· Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2614 E Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

4.8 (1,599)

Mighty Bread Company

Bakeries Β· Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

1211 Gerritt St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

4.8 (554)

Isgro Pastries

Bakeries Β· Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

1009 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

4.7 (1,675)

J'aime French Bakery

Bakeries Β· Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

212 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

4.7 (904)

Artisan Boulanger Patissier

Bakeries Β· Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

1218 Mifflin St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

4.8 (462)

Other categories in Philadelphia

Popular searches