Metropolitan Bakery has been baking bread, rolls, and pastries in Philadelphia since 1993, founded by Wendy and James on hand-crafted, old-world baking techniques. In Center City East, its goods are found at Reading Terminal Market, one of several specialty shops and markets around the region carrying the bakery's products.
The case leans toward pastries and desserts, with vegan options available alongside the standard lineup. Regulars have kept coming back over the years, drawn by fair pricing and food that holds up, even as service has been known to be inconsistent.
The case leans toward pastries and desserts, with vegan options available alongside the standard lineup. Regulars have kept coming back over the years, drawn by fair pricing and food that holds up, even as service has been known to be inconsistent.