Bakerrae - Modern Filipino Bakery

Located in Toronto’s East Chinatown, Bakerrae - Modern Filipino Bakery is a woman-run micro-bakery and cafe that pairs classic French pastry techniques with distinct, balanced Asian and Filipino flavors. Founded by Rae, a former nurse, the bakery serves pastry lovers and event hosts seeking high-quality, scratch-made treats that are flavorful without being overly sweet. A key differentiator is the bakery's unique partnership with bean-to-bar chocolate maker Chachalate, who shares the space and crafts ethical chocolate on-site.

The menu features a rotating, bi-weekly selection of small-batch pastries, ranging from calamansi cream puffs to savory spam and egg croissants. Customers can also order custom cakes, such as the pandan mango or ube macapuno, which are perfect for weddings and celebrations. Visitors appreciate the spacious, relaxing atmosphere and the high-quality baking, with guests noting that the bread-based items are exceptionally fresh and crackle with each bite.

Because everything is handmade in small batches, popular items can sell out quickly. Additionally, while catering and corporate options are available, standard custom cake orders are currently limited to in-store pickup only, as regular delivery is not offered. For those looking to explore creative, nostalgic flavors, this cozy neighborhood spot is well worth a visit.