Freshly Baked Memories in Every Bite

Located in the heart of Slingerlands, our cafe has been a beloved local spot since 2002, when Karen Sullivan opened the original bakery shop in Stonewell Plaza, inspired by the baking traditions of her grandmother, Emma Cleary. What began as a cozy bakery quickly grew as Karen’s passion and the community’s appetite called for more - soon, she was offering much more than just pastries. In 2004, the business moved across the street to its current location, and the menu expanded to include a variety of hot and cold lunch sandwiches.

Karen's dedication to her customers continued through 2015, when she further grew the breakfast and lunch menus while keeping all the favorites that regulars had come to love. After Karen and her husband Chuck, who were truly wonderful to work for, passed the torch to me, my goal has been to continue growing Emma Cleary's just as Karen did - by listening to our customers and adding more of what they love. I am proud to carry on the history and tradition of Emma Cleary's, and invite you to visit often to see the exciting new steps we'll be taking in the future.

- Brian Farley