Get baked, Austin!
And by that, we of course mean getting baked goods at one of the many fine bakeries in town. After all, it's not hard to find them. No matter where you are in town, there's bound to be an amazing bakery fairly close to you. If you need a quick bite, are craving a sweet treat, or just want to go someplace new, these bakeries and cafes have your every need covered.
Looking for more sweets? Find out where to find The Best Cookies In Austin here and read about Our Favorite Local Panaderías here.
Contributed By Julia Mathis
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photo via comadre panaderia
1204 Cedar Ave
Comadre Panadería, a two-time James Beard Foundation semi-finalist, is a local Mexican-American bakery known for its delicious baked goods, all made with love and wholesome ingredients. Owner and founder Mariela Camacho aims to nourish our community, body and soul, through their pan (bread). Be sure to try the concha, as well as the many other offerings on their menu, which updates weekly. You can view the latest menu on their website.
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photo via Matok Bakery
2300 S Lamar Blvd
Whatever you're craving, our new South Lamar neighbors at Matok have something for you. These creations come from 20 years of experience and hard work in apprenticeships and restaurants in cities like New York and New Orleans. The space is small but the menu is huge, featuring an array of pastries, bread, cookies, cakes, granola, and even vegan and gluten free options.
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401 W 4th Street #120
This downtown bakery is the newest addition to the scene in Austin, and they're already a HUGE hit. After a successful grand opening, the rave reviews are in - SugarWolf is making a name for itself for its organic ingredients and stellar breakfast options. They also have sandwiches when you pop in for lunch, and the space is also a coffee shop, so why not bring the laptop and stay a while?
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TFB Garden
2900 Rio Grande St
Luckily for everyone with taste buds, this long-standing institution's not letting a setback keep them from kicking the ovens back on. Utilizing their garden space and a retro trailer, you can come by for your baguette, croissant, or classic TFB sandwich fix. It's quaint and charming in the same effortless way Texas French Bread has been for Austinites since it opened in '81.
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photo credit: omg squee facebook
4607 Bolm Rd
Featured on Queer Eye, offering some of the most photogenic treats in the business, OMG Squee is more about how you'll react to these Asian American desserts than simply the name of a bakery. With Mochi Donuts, Macarons, Cheesecakes, Bubble Tea, and the always grammable Tayaki, brave the long line knowing there's a sweet reward at the end, or place your order ahead online.
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photo credit: sour duck market facebook
1814 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Coming to Sour Duck Market for a great lunch or dinner out back on their patio, it can be easy to forget there's a killer bakery inside waiting to take over as your go-to in the morning too. Bite into their perfectly Parisian Croissants or deliciously cheesy Danish and turn into a Sour Duck stan.
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1709 Bluebonnet Ln
Their menu may not be as extensive as other bakeries, but that's probably because they only serve what they do exceptionally well. Baking some of the city's best sourdough loaves, white bread, mountainous cookies, and their signature Burridoughs. Which takes the classic burrito and gives it a bready outside stuffed with brisket, egg or avocado. Take a look at what their offering and place an order here.
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411 E 43rd St
What’s a duck's favorite ballet?
The Nutquacker.
That’s all the time we have tonight folks! ..okay, okay. Back to business - let’s get quacking. (we’re done, promise). Quacks 43rd Street Bakery is one of our favorite spots to visit when hanging around in the Hyde Park area. They’ve got a joyous array of delights, including croissants, banana nut bread, coconut cream pie, cookies...and the list could go on. If you’re in line & unsure of what to purchase - rest in the knowledge that you can’t go wrong here.
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Various Locations
Real lies, realize, real eyes, tiny pies. Thank goodness this deliciously cute bakery has opened up three Austin locations - one for each meal of the day. Allow us to lay out a drool-worthy culinary experience for you. Awaken your body, mind, and soul with one of their delightful choices - the bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast emPIEnada. This tiny creation is big on flavor - complete with cage-free eggs, Berkwood Farms bacon, cheddar jack cheese, all baked into a Tiny Pies crust. When glorious lunchtime rolls around, drop by your second Tiny Pies location of the day and pick yourself up a classic. We’re talking a 5” Chicken Pot Pie filled with - you guessed it - chicken, leeks, spring onion, celery, carrot, mushrooms, garlic, chives, and thyme. For Tiny Pies stop #3 - we are ordering you a myriad of sweet cuties - Sweet Texas Pecan, Chocolate Cream, Key Lime, and Blueberry Crumb. Eat up & thank us later.
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801 E William Cannon Dr Suite 125
8716 Research Blvd #290
If you are yearnin’ for an authentic array of traditional pan dulces - you best write this one down. Mi Tradicion is here to bring you love, peace & happiness in the form of baked goods and we are suckers for the cause. Upon walking through the glorious bakery doors, you are met with an aroma that Yankee Candle would kill to trademark. A mixture of cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg & melted butter will greet you right from the get-go. If phase one takes you to Cloud 9, eating one of their creations may leave you exploring the cosmos. Don’t just take our word for it - Austin Chronicle named Mi Tradicion Best Mexican Bakery and Best Thing To Happen To Far South Austin. P.S - their conchas are to-do for.
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12101 FM 2244 Bldg 6
Not only is this traditional French bakery a delight to say aloud - it will also have you coming back for seconds, thirds and fourths. When you receive your next paycheck, it is imperative that you set aside ⅓ of your earrings to treat yourself to this wondrous bake shop. We’ve done the grunt work & all accountants everywhere agree - promise! Let’s discuss the well-earned hype. Baguette et Chocolat has a drool-worthy array of macarons, savory crepes, quiches, beautifully decorated treats, and pastries. If you are looking to take a peek at their selection, head on over to their Instagram and get ready to salivate.
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701 E 53rd St., C
2908 Fruth St
The next time you’re taking a casual eavesdropping stroll down your street, listen for the phrase, “...man, I’d kill for some baked goods right about now.” Upon hearing that line, your next step is to gently interrupt & give them the word about Zucchini Kill Bakery. This vegan, gluten/soy-free bakery has got the damn goods folks. We’re talkin’ cookies, cupcakes, bread, and doughnuts - all deliciously made fresh each day. The name, Zucchini Kill Bakery pays homage to the 90’s feminist girl band, Bikini Kill - so, if you’re looking to smash the patriarchy and a salty caramel pistachio cupcake all in one stop, this Bakery is the place to be.
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3842 S Congress Ave
Plaza Colombian Coffee has become our favorite stop for Colombian baked goods and it’s bound to be on your list, too, trust us. Let us talk dessert options for a second. We’ll begin with bocaditos - a flaky puff pastry toasted in cinnamon coffee sugar with a dulce de leche dipping sauce. I mean, cmon’. Looking for seconds after that one? We wouldn’t blame ya. Other favorites would have to be their pandebono (a cheese bread made with tapioca) and roscon (sweet bread filled with guava). This South American cafe and bakery allows for patio dining or get these sweet treats to-go through their drive-thru service. Deliciousness is just around the corner, folks.
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EVEN MORE BAKERIES IN AUSTIN:
1120 West 6th St
3663 Bee Caves Rd, #4A
401 Orchard Street
909 W Mary St
602 W Annie St
7301 Burnet Rd
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Various Locations
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