Historic Mazzola Bakery Building Listed For Sale In Brooklyn

BROOKLYN, NY — For generations, Carroll Gardens residents have flocked to Mazzola Bakery for its beloved breads and pastries, but now, the future of this neighborhood institution is uncertain.

According to property records, the building at 192 Union Street — located between Henry and Clinton Streets — is now up for sale.

The four-story, mixed-use property houses Mazzola Bakery on the ground floor and three residential units above. It’s being sold together with the adjacent building at 194 Union Street, a four-story residential property currently configured as three apartments and a commercial space.

"Step into a century of tradition with the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own Mazzola’s Bakery, a beloved Carroll Gardens institution and cornerstone of the neighborhood since 1928," the listing reads.

The two buildings hit the market nearly a month ago, with a combined asking price of $9.75 million.

Mazzola Bakery has been a cornerstone of Carroll Gardens since 1928, when it was founded by Nicolo Mazzola, who brought traditional recipes from his hometown of Palermo, Italy.

Still operating out of its original location at 192 Union Street, the family-run bakery became known for its authentic Italian breads, baked goods, and other specialties. For over 50 years, Mazzola and his sons — Peter, Dominick, Angelo, and Benny — built the business on generations of hard work and a commitment to old-world quality.

Although Mazzola has expanded its offerings over the years to include new breads, pastries, coffee, and breakfast items, the bakery still serves its signature lard bread. Made with Genoa salami, provolone cheese, black pepper, and lard, the recipe remains unchanged since it was first created by Nicolo nearly 90 years ago.

Today, the bakery remains a family-run operation, now in the hands of Caravello’s children: Josephine, Frank and Anthony.

Other classic menu favorites include artisan semolina, ciabatta and rye breads, as well as a selection of fresh muffins such as blueberry, chocolate chip, corn, apple cinnamon and toasted oat. The bakery also offers a variety of bagels and focaccia sandwiches.

While no closing date has been publicly announced, the sale of the building raises questions about the future of Mazzola Bakery. For now, the neighborhood waits to see whether this nearly century-old institution will continue on or close its doors for good.