Gershys Cafe & Catering

Made From Scratch, Built With Heart

Cary brings over 30 years of professional baking experience to Gershy's, having refined his skills at some of the area's most respected establishments, including Frida's European Cafe, Alessi Bakeries, and Mazzaro Italian Market, where he served as Head Pastry Chef. This wealth of experience and dedication to quality is reflected in every item we make, combining time-honored techniques with the finest ingredients to create fresh, handcrafted food our guests can enjoy every day.

How It All Started

In 1992, Cary Gershowitz fell in love with baking and never looked back. He spent over twenty years managing Publix bakeries, building the deep expertise that only comes from doing something daily because you truly love it.

Training With Tampa Bay's Best

Before opening his doors, Cary honed his craft alongside Tampa Bay's finest — Frida's Cafe, Alessi Bakery, and Mazzaro in St. Pete where he was head pastry chef. Each stop deepened the same conviction: great food starts with great technique and zero shortcuts.

Opening the Doors in 2018

In 2018, Cary opened Gershy's Cafe & Catering in Clearwater — a family-owned spot baking bread fresh every morning, with house-made hoagie rolls and a thin-crust Chicago-style pizza that's earned its own following.

Beyond the Breakfast Counter

Gershy's is a full-service caterer with a 4.9-star reputation — scratch-made platters, homemade pastry trays, and spreads that get real compliments. We source from fellow independent businesses right here in the community.

A Place That Feels Like Home

Chances are Cary is right there behind the counter, greeting regulars by name. That warmth isn't a policy — it's who he is, and it shows in every corner of this place.

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