Everyone loves a good bakery. Whether you’re craving a good cookie, looking for a birthday cake, or in need of a sweet pick-me-up, bakeries are the place to go to fulfill all of those needs. Houston has the fortune of being home to some of the best bakeries in Texas. Here are the top four bakeries in the area and what you’ll find there during your visit.
Common Bond Cafe and Bakery
No matter what kind of food you’re craving, Common Bond has it covered. Sweet treats include the turtle brownie, croissants, and pumpkin cheesecake. They also offer a full-service cafe that serves breakfast and lunch during the week and brunch on the weekend. Everything from eggs to pancakes, salads, and sandwiches are on the menu. The food is rated as excellent according to the locals. But parking is scarce around the area, so consider a ride share.
El Bolillo Bakery
Located in the Heights area of Houston, El Bolillo is a Mexican bakery named for its delicious rolls. They come in plain and stuffed variations. The stuffed ones have things like cream cheese or jalapeños, always gooey and fresh from the oven. Visitors rave about their freshly baked bread and cakes too, and how good they are. Traditional Mexican pastries are also featured in the bakery and prices are very reasonable. If you’ve always wanted to try Mexican baked goods, El Bolillo won’t disappoint.
The Fluff Bake Bar
A visit to Houston isn’t complete without a visit to the sugar fairy, Rebecca Masson, and her Fluff Bake Bar. If you have a sweet tooth, this is the place to visit. Rebecca is known for mixing her French training with childhood favorites in a creative way. The Fluff Bake Bar is known for its cakes, cookies, tarts, pies, and bars. Try the Couch Potato cookie, a cookie with cornflakes, pretzels, marshmallows, and chocolate chips. Other creative names include Unicorn Bait and SHO’s which is their take on an Oreo. You won’t go wrong with anything you try here.
Three Brothers Bakery
The Washington Corridor of the Heights is home to the Three Brothers Bakery. Known for serving cakes, cookies, and pies, it’s a place to go for a sweet treat, holiday, or birthday. They bake fresh gingerbread men and other delicious cookies that delight. Cupcakes like the chocolate cupcake with sprinkles are divine and highly recommended by visitors too. If you’re looking for a cake, call in advance to make sure that you get what you need. Many people cite the bakery as a good source of large birthday cakes at reasonable prices. Locals also praise Three Brothers for baking one of the best and most authentic King Cakes made outside of Louisiana.
Finding a good place to indulge your sweet tooth isn’t easy. But Houston has many places to find cookies, cakes, and pastries. From the traditional cookie or birthday cake to authentic Mexican baked goods and creative favorites, the bakeries on this list have everything you crave in a bakery, and then some.
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