Saray Bakery — Restaurant in Cliffside Park

Saray Bakery, a renowned culinary establishment with deep roots in Turkish tradition, has earned widespread acclaim for its exceptional rice pudding, or sütlaç. What sets Saray’s rice pudding apart is not just its adherence to authentic methods but its ability to elevate a simple, humble dessert into a work of art. Through careful ingredient selection, masterful technique, and a dedication to consistency, the bakery has transformed this traditional sweet into a signature dish that draws locals and tourists alike.

At the heart of Saray Bakery’s rice pudding success lies their commitment to quality ingredients. They use only the freshest whole milk, medium-grain rice, and pure cane sugar. Unlike mass-produced puddings, Saray emphasizes using full-fat milk, which provides a rich, creamy texture. The rice is soaked and simmered slowly to ensure it breaks down just enough to thicken the pudding naturally without becoming mushy. This careful handling of ingredients is key to achieving the velvety consistency that defines their recipe.

Technique is another cornerstone of Saray’s mastery. The chefs at Saray follow time-honored cooking methods passed down through generations, balancing tradition with precise timing. The pudding is gently stirred over low heat for hours, avoiding shortcuts like cornstarch or artificial thickeners. Once cooked, it is poured into individual clay dishes and finished in the oven to create the signature golden-brown crust on top—a delicate touch that adds both flavor and texture.

Beyond technique and ingredients, Saray Bakery’s success also stems from their unwavering consistency. Whether one visits on a quiet weekday afternoon or during a bustling holiday, the rice pudding always tastes exactly as expected—smooth, comforting, and perfectly sweetened. This reliability builds customer trust and loyalty. Many patrons return not just for the flavor, but for the nostalgic feeling that each bowl brings, evoking memories of family kitchens and home-cooked meals.

In conclusion, Saray Bakery has mastered the art of rice pudding by staying true to tradition, focusing on quality, and refusing to compromise on process. Their rice pudding is more than a dessert; it’s a testament to the power of craftsmanship and cultural heritage. In a world increasingly dominated by fast food and artificial flavors, Saray’s approach is a refreshing reminder that excellence comes from patience, precision,...

My husband and I go here all the time to get desserts. They are truly beautiful and delicious, that’s not what this is about. I called to get a custom cake for my sister in law and the manager over the phone told me they don’t charge for writing on the cake, amazing. My husband picks up the cake, and I’ll be honest, I have never seen anyone try less on a writing for a cake. I called the store to let them know I wasn’t too happy about the cake, the first girl that answered was so polite and transferred me over to the same manager that took my payment over the phone prior. She answered “soooo what’s wrong with the cake? You said it was written in sharpie?” With the nastiest attitude I’ve ever received. I say hello how are you, no I said it looks like it was written in sharpie, and I would never assume you guys are writing with sharpie on cakes. Then she proceeds to give me the nastiest attitude over the phone. I’ll be honest, I’ve been in the restaurant / food industry for 15 years and I would never think about complaining nor even in my wildest dreams but that cake was awful. Even after her lack of manners, I told her I wasn’t trying to be a Karen or give her attitude and she proceeded to tell me “well no one has ever complained about this before. I don’t know what the problem is, I told you we don’t charge for writing and that’s just the chefs handwriting so I don’t know what you want me to do.” I swear to god, I don’t take my time to complain but a nasty human being like that should never be in charge of a bakery that sells such beautiful and tasty treats. I hope the owner sees this and reconsiders her chefs and managers position, because this ain’t it. The customer service was deplorable and that woman should be ashamed of herself for talking to someone who just paid $45 for a 6” cake the way she...

Food is ok. Service is attentive. However customers of the place consistently block the sidewalk, creating dangerous conditions for pedestrians. Women with strollers and handicapped individuals are forced to maneuver into oncoming traffic on the roadway. The owner or staff is neglecting to enforce proper safe parking on the property. Update : I pass this place at least once a day and have seen on multiple occasions how people park their cars on the sidewalk and go inside the bakery. There never been any issues with other business blocking the sidewalk until this place has opened up. I hope the business owner will take this into consideration and try to enforce proper parking on the premises. Also, the my rating of the business was very fair. Food deserves 3 starts since the quality and taste of pastries and breads is ok for neighborhood bakery. Update again: according the Ordinance 13-2.1. All sidewalks and curbs shall kept in repair , free from grass , weeds or other growths and obstructions , by the owner of the abutting property. Again my rating is 3 star is solely based on the quality of your baked goods and not the parking issue.

Dear business owner: I am glad the parking situation got better and at least white SUV is no blocking the sidewalk . I appreciate this , whoever this person was she or he finally understood his mistake. I wish one day you also will able to repair your sidewalk that is indeed in very bad condition. Maybe one day when you bakery start making tasty desserts I will stop by. Unfortunately , desserts are still tasteless , just like the bologna meet in your...