Vera's Bakery is located in West Side Market and its sweet smells, wafting through the marketplace, beckoned to us in the early hour we were visiting. We were greeted by a friendly face and ambrosial treats when we walked up to this stand. There were rows upon rows of pastries in the showcase and I wasn't quite sure what to get, since everything looked so good! In the end, I opted for the raspberry bar, which is a major throwback to my college dorm days, when the dining halls would send up large trays of them to the residence hall lounges as sustenance for the students during finals week! Just one bite and I was transported back to that magical time years ago. That's exactly what a good pastry should do, and Vera's Bakery does it best. I would certainly visit again if I'm ever in Cleveland again. The prices are really reasonable and the lady at the counter was very friendly.
I'm surprised this bakery doesn't have more reviews! It was recommended to us by two very different people, including a Cleveland native.