St. Patrick’s Day Staple: Where To Find Irish Soda Bread On Long Island

NASSAU COUNTY, NY — Irish soda bread dates back to the 1830s and has long been a St. Patrick's Day staple on Long Island.

You can bake a loaf at home with just a few simple ingredients, or stop by a local shop and pick one up fresh.

The bakeries below offer their own delicious takes on the classic – but you'll always find the traditional raisin-studded loaf.

Be sure to call ahead to place your order or check availability, as these festive favorites are baked in limited quanities around the holiday.

• Merritt Bakery – 315 Northwest Dr. in Farmingdale
• Batter Up Bakery – 697 Newbridge Rd. in Levittown
• Bare Naked Bakery (Gluten Free and Dairy Free options) – 164 Manetto Hill Rd. in Plainview
• Capri Bakery – 3434 Merrick Rd. in Seaford
• Tulip Bake Shop – 138 Tulip Ave., Floral Park, NY
• North Shore Farms Grocery Store – Wantagh/North Bellmore, Glen Cove, Port Washington
• St. Rocco's Bakery – 4 St. Rocco Pl. in Glen Cove
• Paddy's Loft Restaurant – 1286 Hicksville Rd., Massapequa
• Diane's Bakery/Cafe – 23 Bryant Ave. in Roslyn