Panificacion Castillo
Cortadillo with Berry Cream
Concha
Corn Cake
Conito
Ham and Cheese Bolovan
Pan Azucar
Tricolor Polvorone
Bread Pudding
Open from 7am until 10pm daily at 10 Avenida Norte, Panificacion Castillo is well known amongst locals who can frequently be found filling the outdoor patio, and much like other Panaderia in Quintana Roo the Bakery offers a wide variety of choices at bargain prices.
Easily located on an otherwise residential block, despite signage obscured by cloth awning and umbrellas, it is upon entry that patrons will find no less than sixty daily Breads, some more affected by Playa Del Carmen’s humidity than others, though Corn Cake as well as Bread Pudding are each well suited to such and thus well-executed.
Less impressed by a two-layer Cake sandwiching artificial Berry Cream, along with an over-baked Bolovan, Panificacion Castillo’s Concha is respectable if not top-tier while the Conito filled with Vanilla Cream shows well for laminated Pastry in such a climate.
Taking a chance on buttered Bread with Sugar, a recommendation from the clerk that reminisces of Crème Brulee thanks to its crunchy top, those seeking Castillo’s best item should head straight for the Tricolor Polvorone that is soft yet crumbly with three distinct flavors and a dollop of Jam at the center.