Beloved Family-Owned Vaccaro's Bakery To Close After 50 Years

CLARK, NJ — After more than five decades of serving their community, Owners Eileen and Vinny announced "with heavy hearts" that Vaccaro's Bakery will be closing its doors at the end of business on April 21.

"It has been an incredible journey, filled with sweet memories and cherished moments shared with each and every one of you," wrote the couple. "The decision to close comes with mixed emotions, but it is time for us, the owners, to embark on a new chapter in our lives. As we retire, we reflect on the joy and satisfaction this bakery has brought us over the years."

The bakery at 20 Clarkton Dr. in Clark has been family-owned and operated for four generations. Over the 50 years they have served custom wedding cakes, custom birthday cakes, layer cakes, cupcakes and brownies, Italian pastries, donuts, danishes, cookies, a variety of bread and rolls, and a variety of other fresh goods baked daily.

Eileen and Vinny expressed their deepest gratitude to their loyal customers, dedicated staff, and supportive community for being a part of their story.

"Your patronage and friendship have been the cornerstone of our success and the memories forged within these walls will forever remain in our hearts," said Eileen and Vinny. "We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your patronage, support, and friendship over the past 50 years."

Their announcement garnered more than 850 reactions on Facebook and more than 450 comments and 630 shares.

"Fondest memories of Sunday morning pastries after church. Wishing you much happiness in your retirement!" wrote one patron.

"OMG. Seriously the best bakery...I remember those giant cookies and the iced brownies but my all time favorite, hands down, no contest, were the “iced” crumb buns. Warm and delicious in the white cardboard box," said another patron.

"Vaccaro's will forever be a part of my childhood and forever a part of Clark. Every time I came home to NJ I would stop in and grab some cookies, brownies or whatever caught my eye. The smell is something I will NEVER forget. You didn't know this but I had local people stop in and buy things to send to me in Minnesota. I will admit the brownies do NOT travel well. Haha. Thanks for your hard work. Enjoy your retirement and congrats on 50 years in business," wrote another patron.

"I grew up with Vaccaro’s for special treats…when I moved to Connecticut I’d return to Clark always stopped at the bakery to bring treats back. My sons (now grown) were also raised with Vaccaro’s for treats and all special occasions. You will be missed and thank you for being a part of so many special memories…please consider a cookbook!" said another patron.