There’s good news for pastry lovers in Westchester – Conti’s Pastry Shoppe is set to open their new location in Eastchester in early 2027. Originally founded in 1921 by Augustino Conti, an Italian immigrant from Parma, Conti’s Pastry Shoppe is currently owned by three first-generation Bronx-born and raised owners – Christina DiRusso, Safet Paljevic, and Senada Paljevic.
A Bronx Legacy
Conti’s Pastry Shoppe is one of the oldest bakeries in the Italian neighborhood of Morris Park. Known for its traditional Italian baked goods and pastries, the Paljevics and DiRusso still use all of Conti’s original recipes from when the bakery first opened. The Bronx location retains many of its original details, including hand-stapled tin ceilings, wood walls, terrazzo floors, and even the original marble soda fountain that was installed in 1928.
“The legacy that Conti’s has in the Bronx is one that cannot be matched, from people in their 90s who still come here for their birthday cakes to newer clients that request cakes that defy gravity and continue to amaze us,” says Arielle Ramirez, Conti’s store manager.
Expanding to Westchester
Growing the bakery’s footprint has always been in the plans, but Ramirez notes that with the incredibly busy location in the Bronx, they had to be patient and wait for the ideal opportunity to expand. When they found the location on Mill Road, though, they knew it was the perfect time to bring Conti’s north.
Since they are completely remodeling and renovating the new Eastchester location, they don’t anticipate opening their doors officially until some time in early 2027. That said, Ramirez shares that customers can expect to find the same traditional goodies that they have in their Bronx location, as well as customized cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, and other milestones available for purchase. Additionally, the new Conti’s location will have a fully-equipped coffee bar.
The Menu
Ultimately, the Paljevic’s and DiRusso plan to stay true to the original recipes that have satisfied the community for over 100 years, while also modernizing and adding their own spin to cater to younger generations.
“Conti’s is run by people who love what they do and have a passion for creating and baking,” Ramirez says. “We are all from the Bronx, and our goal is to provide something different for our community. We hope that everyone enjoys our new location and appreciates all of the love and dedication that has been poured into Conti’s Pastry Shoppe over the years. We’ve been here for 100 years already, and we hope to be here serving the community for 100 more!”
Conti’s Pastry Shoppe is located at 786 Morris Park Ave, Bronx, NY, and their new location is set to open on Mill Road in Eastchester in early 2027. To stay up-to-date or learn more about the bakery, follow them on Instagram @contis_pastry_shoppe or visit their website for more information.