Business Details
33 Years
experience
Authentic Italian Bakery & Restaurant in Barrie, ON
At Italian Bakery, we bring generations of Mediterranean tradition to every dish we create. Founded by Rocco and Rita Fuda, whose family roots trace back to Calabria, Italy, our establishment combines authentic Italian flavors with modern convenience. Since opening in Barrie, we've dedicated ourselves to crafting hand-stretched pizzas, fresh pasta dishes, and baked goods using time-honored recipes passed down through our family. Our restaurant and bakery offer daily-made breads, traditional Italian cookies, and custom cakes that reflect our heritage. Italian Bakery also features an Italian market with ready-to-go frozen meals and specialty groceries, allowing customers to bring a taste of Italy home.With catering services available for events of all sizes, we ensure every client experiences the warmth and quality of Italian hospitality. Our commitment to excellence has made us a local favorite for lunch specials, gift baskets, and family meals. Located in downtown Barrie, we invite you to discover why our customers return time and again for our authentic Italian cuisine. From our famous hot table to our extensive dessert selection, every visit promises a true taste of Italy. We're proud to share our family's culinary legacy with the Barrie community and beyond.
Services
Bakery Services
Catering
Italian Restaurant
Italian Market
Custom Cakes
Pizza Station
Hot Table Lunch
Gift Baskets
Frozen Meals
Coffee & Espresso
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of authentic Italian culinary tradition through family recipes
- Our menu features hand-stretched pizzas made with imported Italian ingredients
- We provide full-service catering for events of all sizes with custom menus
- Our bakery offers fresh bread baked daily using traditional Calabrian methods
- We combine Italian heritage with modern convenience through our grocery market
What people say
Amazing selection of food
Incredible dessert section
Fresh made pizza
Authentic Italian cuisine
Family customary meals
Services
Bakery Services
Our bakery crafts traditional Italian baked goods daily using family recipes from Calabria. We offer fresh bread, custom cakes for special occasions, and classic Italian cookies made with authentic techniques. Customers can also find specialty pastries and desserts that reflect our Mediterranean heritage.
Catering
We provide full-service catering for events of all sizes featuring authentic Italian cuisine. Our offerings include custom menus with main entrees, side dishes, and desserts that showcase traditional flavors. From corporate events to family celebrations, our catering brings Italian hospitality to any occasion.
Italian Restaurant
Our restaurant serves authentic Italian meals daily including hand-stretched pizzas, fresh pasta dishes, and hot table options. The menu features classic Italian sandwiches, meatballs, and lasagna made with traditional recipes. Customers can enjoy dine-in or take-out options with the same commitment to quality.
Italian Market
Our Italian market offers specialty groceries and ready-to-go frozen meals imported from Italy. The selection includes traditional Italian ingredients, packaged goods, and frozen dishes that maintain authentic flavors. Customers can also purchase gift baskets containing curated Italian products.
Custom Cakes
We create custom cakes for special occasions using traditional Italian baking methods. Our cake options include classic Italian flavors and modern designs tailored to customer preferences. Each cake is made fresh to order using quality ingredients that reflect our culinary heritage.
People
Rocco Fuda
Co-Owner
Rocco Fuda brings decades of Mediterranean culinary expertise to Italian Bakery. With family roots in Calabria, Italy, he combines traditional recipes with modern techniques to create authentic Italian dishes that reflect his heritage and passion for quality food.
Rita Fuda
Co-Owner
Rita Fuda co-founded Italian Bakery with her husband Rocco, sharing their family's culinary traditions through authentic Italian cuisine. Her dedication to quality ingredients and traditional preparation methods ensures every dish maintains its Mediterranean authenticity.
Questions
What services does The Italian Bakery offer?
We provide bakery services, Italian restaurant dining, catering for events, and an Italian grocery market with specialty products.
Do you cater events?
Yes, we offer full-service catering with customizable menus featuring Italian entrees, sides, and desserts for any event size.
Are there vegan options available?
We offer vegetarian lasagna and can accommodate special dietary requests with advance notice for most menu items.
What are your holiday hours?
We follow regular hours except for Christmas Eve (8am-4pm), Christmas Day (closed), New Year's Eve (9am-4pm), and New Year's Day (closed).
Can I order ahead?
Yes, we recommend calling ahead for lunch pickup, catering orders, or custom cake arrangements to ensure availability.
Reviews (6)
Mike McGarr
Jan 25, 2022
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Ordered a meat and veggie lasagna, chicken parm and a Greek salad. Also picked up some fresh bread while there. Absolutely delicious. Everyone was commenting how good it was. Probably the best veggie lasagna I have had. Thanks very much
Steve Trottier
Jan 15, 2022
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Sandra was very helpful with all my questions about pizza and spaghetti sauces.i did an amazing pizza on my stone and the kids loved to make it. The olives from Italy she recommended and my wife and even kids loved them. I should have got those butter tarts. Next time lol. Also bought the Italian coffee beans for my Moka pot can't wait till morning
R. Bower
Jan 01, 2022
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Wow. $22 for 2 chicken sandwiches that barely have enough chicken between the two of them to make one sandwich. Wont be back here to get these. I'll go to california next time. And yes the pic with my hand is right next to the meat to show the actual scale. No, I dont have gigantic hands
Jeff Beleskey
Dec 03, 2021
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Went for a veal sandwich. Underwhelmed to say the least. $10 and I got a single, tiny little piece of veal. Literally, it didn't even cover the entire bun surface. Essentially got a veal flavoured bun with sauce. The pastry was good, but not enough to compensate for the very disappointing lunch. Two stars was generous...
Julia A.
Nov 13, 2021
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This was my first time ordering from Fuda, and it definitely will not be the last. I ordered a Tiramisu for my mother's 70th birthday, and as my mom described it, "If you ever wondered what a cloud tastes like, this is it." The cake was so light, fresh and incredibly flavourable. The last time I had a true Tiramisu was when I was in Italy a few years back. Luckily I now know where to find it again. Thank you to Fuda Italian Bakery, you made my mom's birthday extra special, and Thank you to Barb who helped me with my order and to your talented baker... You now have customers for life!
Haytham Alkhalidi
Nov 02, 2021
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Everything Italian except the Italians themselves. nice pastries, great deli and superb meatball sandwich. You also can get dried pastas offered in each type and shape. Ready to eat Italian meals. Great place and please do enjoy.
