A long-standing Queens bakery has opened its first Long Island location in Oyster Bay, bringing with it long-honed recipes for cannoli, pine nut cookies and frittata, as well as Sicilian-style pan pizza that has drawn generations of New Yorkers to Astoria.
After more than 40 years at its original location, Rose & Joe’s Italian Bakery opened in mid-May on Main Street in Oyster Bay with doughy offerings both sweet and savory, baked on premises as well as at the mother ship. At 6:30 a.m., customers can start the day with espresso, coffee, muffins and frittata. Throughout the day, they’ll find fresh-baked breads, cannoli, cheesecake, cookies, and sandwiches and wraps, anchored by a signature muffuletta sandwich of semolina bread loaded with cured meats, provolone, and mozzarella. The bakery closes at 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 5 p.m. on Sundays. A handful of tables provide seating for those who prefer to eat on premises.
