Birmingham is home to some of the best bakeries in the state. Whether you’re after a perfectly laminated croissant, a local loaf of sourdough, or a seasonal dessert, there is something for everyone. Here are our seven standouts.
1. Continental Bakery
A neighborhood favorite located in Mountain Brook's English Village, Continental is a one-of-a-kind French bakery offering enviable croissants, pastries, and sweets. A Continental croissant paired with their locally roasted coffee is a match made in heaven.
2. Last Call Baking
Known for their highly craveable creations, Last Call draws crowds that have been known to wrap around the block. Last Call is the embodied vision of a James Beard semifinalist and a culinary darling of the local food scene.
3. Bandit Pâtisserie
Bandit is a Parisian-style patisserie crafting croissants, macarons, cookies, homemade pop-tarts, and more. Fans rave about Bandit's next-level pastries that marry French technique with Southern comfort.
4. Birmingham Breadworks
Birmingham Breadworks is a local go-to for daily-baked sourdough, croissants, and pastries. It’s reliable, rustic, and unpretentious—perfect for breakfast or a light lunch.
5. Savage’s Bakery
An enduring institution since 1939 in Homewood, Savage’s serves a wide-ranging menu of breads, sweets, pastries, and their legendary smiley-face cookies. Savage's is a nostalgic must-visit beloved by longtime locals.
6. Daughters Baking
Creative and curated, Daughters Baking offers beautifully minimalist, multi-component cakes and irresistible cake cups. Their rotating flavors and adorable storefront make every visit an exciting experience.
7. Hinkel’s Bakery
A Pepper Place staple, Hinkel’s shines with stunning baked goods that draw early risers and pastry lovers to the popular weekend market. This is the bakery that has locals waking up at early hours to snag a spot in line.
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