Kingston Tropical Bakery

4000 White Plains Rd, Bronx, NY 10466, United States
+1 718-798-0076
$$$ Bakery
(2077 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Kingston Tropical Bakery in the Bronx is a go-to spot for anyone craving authentic Jamaican bakery flavors in a no-frills, neighborhood setting. Known primarily for its savory patties—beef, chicken, vegetable—and the signature coco bread, this bakery draws a steady stream of locals who appreciate genuinely seasoned, freshly baked West Indian delicacies. The shop hums with energy, especially midday, as people pick up these comfort bites either for a quick lunch or to share with family and friends.

The atmosphere here is practical and bustling rather than polished or trendy. You might find a line snaking toward the door during peak hours, but it moves efficiently, matching the pace of the neighborhood life. Most come for the flaky, buttery crusts of the patties made all the better by the pillowy, soft coco bread that wraps around them to form a filling, handheld meal. Beyond the patties, the bakery offers an array of traditional breads like hardo and pinch bread alongside sweet touches such as the moist, well-spiced carrot cake loaf and classic Jamaican treats like bulla cake and bread pudding, which offers a denser, richer bite for those with a sweet tooth.

This spot is best enjoyed by those who have some familiarity or curiosity about Caribbean-West Indian culinary traditions and are looking for quick, satisfying eats that work well for takeout or casual eating on the go. The crowd tends to be locals from the Bronx and surrounding neighborhoods who know the bakery as an anchor for flavorful, hearty staples that transport the senses to Jamaica without leaving the city.

Visiting in the late morning through early afternoon usually means fresher selections, especially when patties come straight from the oven with that warm, just-baked aura. The staff is known to be warm and welcoming, adding a personal touch that complements the down-to-earth vibe of the place.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
No wheelchair-accessible car park
Parking
Free of charge street parking

Openings Hours

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Monday

9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Tuesday

9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Wednesday

9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Thursday

9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Friday

9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Saturday

9:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

2077 Reviews
John Gonsalves

29 Dec 2025

Kingston Tropical Bakery is one of my go to spots for patties especially when paired with their cocoa bread. The bread is soft, fluffy, and buttery, and goes perfectly with the warm, flavorful patties. I also tried the carrot cake loaf, which was very good moist, well spiced, and just the right amount of sweetness. The line can look long sometimes, but it moves very quickly. Definitely worth the stop!

ALittleBit OfHeaven

27 Nov 2025

I honestly don’t know where to begin. The lady who helped us was so kind and welcoming. I’ve tried their meatloaf, beef patty, veggie patty, and chicken patty, all of them were AMAZING! The spice fruit bun was fresh and delicious. I would highly recommend ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Adam

18 Nov 2025

Just bought 6 beef and 6 chicken patties. They are great. I am happy to buy extra and share with friends and family. Also grabbed a bread pudding. Boy that thing is dense! One piece is enough for two

P K

14 Nov 2025

Kingston Tropical Bakery is the real deal. If you’re from around here, you already know — their patties are unmatched. That crust is flaky, buttery, perfect every time. Seasoned just right, a little spicy but not crazy. You grab one fresh out the oven and it hits different. Coco bread is a must — soft, pillowy, straight up comfort food. Throw a patty inside and boom, you got yourself a whole meal. They move quick too, so even if there’s a line, you’re not waiting long. It’s one of those Bronx staples — no frills, no gimmicks, just good food that always delivers. If you’re in the area and never had a Kingston patty, you’re seriously missing out.

KAI YAN Lo

08 Nov 2025

My first time trying coco bread with beef patty. Very interesting though to me to have the beef patty inside the coco bread. But it works good together. Their beef patty got good spice in it. Definitely good beef patty to get. They do closed at 4 and line can be long out to the door.

Shivaun M

02 Nov 2025

I drove from Brooklyn to this place after I saw a few reviews and YouTube short. I ordered, chicken patties which I loved. Beef patties which my family said was amazing and the meatloaf and for that I went back inside and ordered more before I even drove away, soft coco bread and the meat filling was AMAZING. It was worth the drive and I will be going back. The people were relative friendly just busy so they were not chatty.

ImBroke Rob

21 Sep 2025

Ok this was a really good patty but definitely wasn’t the best in my opinion. With that being said if I’m in the area I’ll definitely be back to grab a quick cheap bite. pro tip get one coco bread for every 2 patties it’s the best combo. I feel a whole bread too much but half a bread with one was amazing. Loved it. Some people say it’s worth the travel I think it’s a local gem if you in the area definitely check it out just remember cash only and $4 a patty and $2 I think it was for the coco bread Delicious

Darius Anderson

17 Sep 2025

GOTTA TRY EVERY ONE ON THE MENU! I had the beef veggie and chicken!! Fast, hot, best patties I have ever definitely made with TLC The vegetable one I can eat like 5. I think I got 6 things paid 20

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