Best Cannolis on Staten Island

August 7, 2026•Staten Island Neighbors

Few desserts are as closely tied to Staten Island’s Italian heritage as the cannoli.

We recently asked members of the Staten Island Neighbors community one simple question:

Who has the best cannolis on Staten Island?

Hundreds of residents shared their favorite bakeries, from longtime neighborhood institutions to family-owned pastry shops that have been serving the community for generations. While everyone has their own personal favorite, several bakeries stood out with repeated recommendations from community members.

Whether you prefer a classic ricotta-filled cannoli, a chocolate-dipped shell, or a modern twist on the traditional Italian dessert, these are some of the bakeries Staten Islanders recommended most.

Community Favorites

Royal Crown Bakery

Royal Crown Bakery was one of the community’s most frequently recommended destinations for cannolis. Known for its traditional Italian pastries and fresh-filled cannolis, it has become a Staten Island institution for generations of residents.

Renato’s Pastry Shoppe

Renato’s earned repeated recommendations from community members for its classic Italian desserts, old-world bakery atmosphere, and freshly prepared cannolis.

Buono Bakery

Buono Bakery continues to be one of Staten Island’s best-known Italian bakeries, receiving praise for its cannolis, pastries, cookies, cakes, and fresh-baked breads.

Alfonso’s Pastry Shoppe

A longtime neighborhood favorite, Alfonso’s was frequently recommended by residents looking for traditional Italian pastries and classic cannolis.

Moretti Bakery

Moretti Bakery earned numerous recommendations for its authentic Italian bakery experience and longtime reputation for quality pastries.

Cake Chef

Known throughout Staten Island for its cakes, pastries, cream puffs, and Italian desserts, Cake Chef also received repeated recommendations for its cannolis.

Annadale Bakery

A South Shore favorite, Annadale Bakery continues to earn praise from residents for its traditional Italian baked goods and fresh pastries.

Bella Baci Bakery

Bella Baci received multiple recommendations from community members for its creative desserts and modern take on classic Italian pastries.

Honorable Mentions

Many other neighborhood bakeries also received recommendations from community members, showcasing the incredible variety of Italian bakeries and pastry shops found throughout Staten Island.

A Great Cannoli Starts with Freshness

One thing became clear from the discussion: there isn’t a single “best” cannoli on Staten Island.

Some residents prefer cannolis filled fresh to order with smooth ricotta cream and crisp pastry shells. Others look for chocolate-dipped shells, pistachio toppings, mini cannolis, or creative specialty flavors. That’s part of what makes Staten Island’s Italian bakery scene so special—every bakery brings its own tradition and style.

No matter which bakery you choose, Staten Island offers no shortage of outstanding places to satisfy your sweet tooth.

About Community Favorites

Community Favorites is a Staten Island Neighbors series highlighting the restaurants, businesses, services, and places most recommended by our community.

Rather than relying on critics or paid rankings, these articles are built from recommendations shared by Staten Island residents to help others discover trusted local businesses and make informed decisions.

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