We decided to drive over half an hour to get to this bakery primarily for me to try Kouign Amann. It is an delectable pastry of many flaky layers interspersed with sugar caramelized to a delicate crunch. First described by a Yelp friend, he even told me where the closest bakery was to get this fantastic morsel- thanks Omar. I was not disappointed! We got more to bring home. Besides that we got financiers, florentines, croissants both plain and chocolate, plus a baguette. While there, we had a delicious lunch made with boar's head meats and homemade bread. They also serve breakfast which sounds marvelous! It was once named the best coffee shop in Ohio! It sounds impressive, but doesn't do it justice although the customers rave about their coffee, too. Oh my! Got to meet the owner, Matt Boosalis, who wakes up at 3 to begin the baking process and uses the same recipes from decades ago. Plain, simple but of the highest quality ingredients for his artisan breads and pastries. What an extraordinary place filled with mouth-watering eatables! We will be back. read more

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We tried this place since another bakery we frequent was closed today. Definitely for the best. We walked in and Mr. Boosalis himself had us sample a few items and explained the high quality ingredients and passion that go into his products. Everything we tried and walked out with was fantastic. If you like almond paste, definitely try the coffee cake. Great croissants, scones. The piece de resistance has to be the Kouign-amann. Do yourself a favor and buy at least three of them if you stop in. Phenomenal. Can't wait to go back. read more

Stopped past here on a road trip home. The baked goods are fresh and delicious! The coffee is basic drip coffee with shelf stable milk. Def worth it for the baked goods. read more

Finally found a legitimate bakery in Dayton. Croissants and Morning Buns top notch. Will be making this a regular visit.

I love this place. Great food friendly service! It might take awhile to get food, but it's worth the wait.

After living in New York for over 10 years, I can say I definitely miss the availability of a good croissant in Dayton. Boosalis is a refuge for amazing pastries and good in general. Their croissants rival some that I've had not only in New York but also in Paris. Their other pastries are superb, as well. Literally everyone working here is so nice and pleasant. You are never rushed to order and they have have the best recommendations. read more

I feel truly blessed (or perhaps cursed if I look at it in terms of watching my weight) that I live within just a couple miles of Bill's donuts and this marvelous bakery, Boosalis. Do you think scones are dry and unappetizing? Let Boosalis change your mind. Do you remember those pecan twirl things that came six to a package? Boosalis sells sticky pecan rolls that will blow those out of the water, especially if you visit early enough to get them warm. Their pain au chocolat (croissants with chocolate filling) are delightful, their coffee cakes are lovely, and their bread is great stuff. Oh, do you like cream puffs? Do yourself a favor and buy some. Don't balk at the price. They're worth it. I've never had a cream puff even half as good, anywhere else. The owner is hospitable and enjoys chatting when he can, and the staff manning the front counter have always been warm and kind. read more

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Wow! Talk about a pleasant surprise. I had recently learned of this place through an article on the web which led me here to Yelp to read about Boosalis Baking and Café. My wife, her friend from out of town, and I all went there this morning to try it out after reading the rave reviews. It was one of the best experiences I have ever had at a restaurant. Immediately upon coming in, we were warmly greeted by an extremely friendly staff. They were very helpful in explaining their pastries and menu and gave us multiple samples of their products. They were all incredible. All of them were the best I've had in their categories. The scones, Kouign Amman, croissants, and sandwiches were delicious. My family will definitely become regulars and I'm excited I have found a place nearby that is so wonderful. Kudos to Matt and his staff (thank you Corey for being super helpful) and thank you for making such amazing food. 5 stars. A gem in the Gem City. read more

I have tried several different items and everyone was great. I highly recommend Boosalis Bakery !!!!

You cannot go wrong with anything you pick to have at Boosalis!! It is my favorite and a special shout out to the bear claw!! Check it out!!

Great product. Great front end customer service. Never disappointed whenever I go in there. The owner, I believe he is the owner, is so down to earth and makes you feel as if you are part of the company family. All the support personnel are genuine in wanting to provide great customer service. If you have an opportunity to stop by for a cranberry scone or other special treat.. do so. You will not be disappointed. read more

I have heard good things about this cafe for years from my parents and finally went to try it out. this place, the staff and the service is amazing. they were so kind and patient when we were deciding what to order, and the food came fast. this is such a quaint cafe that truly gives off the best impression of centerville. can't wait to try something new next time i come, though the caprese panini was phenomenal and i would highly recommend. read more

Boosalis Baking and Cafe - caprese panini - Bakeries Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

In town for a soccer tournament and find this bakery via Yelp. The ratings are deserved. I had part of a croissant and a oatmeal cookie that were awesome. A ham egg and cheese breakfast croissant sealed the deal. Delicious. read more

Boosalis Baking and Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

My first time in was with my mother-in-law for lunch. I cannot speak highly enough about my chicken salad sandwich. Everything, including the bread was homemade. As someone who usually doesn't like bread... I found myself finishing every last bite! The best bread I've ever had; delicious! Their pastries are made fresh and are delectable. The owners were so sweet. They sent us home with fresh cinnamon rolls for our husbands. A small family-run business that surpassed all expectations! Can't wait to come back and bring my parents!!! Thank you :) read more

This place has the best pastries in the state. Wonderful family, great food. Expect a small line but they move you through quickly. read more

Best bakery in Dayton, croissants are by far the best you can find. Everything made daily I go every week read more

Seriously love this little bakery/cafe -- don't be duped by the fact that it's stuffed into a corner of a lackluster strip mall, because once you step inside, you're in for a real treat. From the incredibly friendly staff (including the owner who made his rounds with all who were in for the morning) to the array of traditional Greek pastries, the only thing I could think about was when we could plan a trip back. If you stop in at Boosalis, you won't be disappointed. Our favorites: the cross point chicken sandwich, chocolate croissant, and pecan sticky bun. Our 21 month old's favorite: snickerdoodle cookie. read more

We lived in Europe while I was in the military. I have not had pastries that great tasting until I tried Boosalis! Fantastic place!

After living in New Zealand for four years, we struggled with finding fresh baked goods that we loved. After seeing reviews on a local Facebook group, we decided to try Boosalis Baking and Cafe. When we walked in, it immediately reminded us of an NZ cafe. So many scones, croissants, danish and other baked goods to try. We had a pecan roll and cherry white chocolate scone wile we were there and grabbed a ginger butter scone and another pecan roll to take home. Mr. Boosalis came over and took the time to speak with us and brought us a sample of his butter croissant and this amazing thing called a Kouign-Amann. We shared with him our story and how his cafe reminded us of the ones we loved in NZ. We will be going back frequently to try his amazing pastries. read more

Boosalis Baking and Cafe - Pecan Rolls, various cookies, Bear Claws, Scones - Bakeries Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

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Lovely little local bakery with absolutely delicious pastries. Sweet and family owned. Check them out!

This place appeared as if a mirage out of the desert of bland surrounding it. I was on my way back from Dayton, to Cincinnati, looking for a cafe using my Garmin. None of the places in downtown Dayton were open so I resigned myself to settle for Starbucks. I picked the location closest to I-75, and as I was approaching it, I noticed Boosalis and decided to take a look. I am so glad that I did. This place is a rare treasure. The owner, Matt, is a true gentleman and was beyond hospitable. He proffered many a delightful taste that drew us like moths to a flame, with no entreaty from him necessary. He makes some of the best bread that I have had anywhere. His croissants: shut up. They have a wide selection of food for lunch including many sandwiches, soups, salads, box lunches and a kids menu. They have many vegetarian selections including sandwiches and soups. They have a wine bar, wine tastings, and classes to teach you how to make bread. They cater as well. You can even fax in your lunch order for pick up using a printable form from their website. Oh and don't forget free wi-fi. The vegetarian options include a vegan ham & cheese, tofu salad sandwich, caprese, and hearty vegetarian chili with textured vegetable protein (similar in consistency to ground beef). I had the caprese sandwich. Please allow 8 minutes for them to freshly prepare and hot press your sandwich. Take that time to wander around the shop. They have a fine selection of drinks, cheeses, breads, pastries, olive oils, and other sundries. And if that doesn't convince you, how about a $5 glass of wine with lunch! The caprese was delicious. The cheese was flavorful and perfectly gooey. The basil fresh and the tomatoes perfectly ripe. Did I mention the phenomenal bread? The dill pickle is better than most but not the best. (I am a bit of a pickle fanatic) I feel like I tried just about everything they had to offer and went home with plenty to keep me itching to return. The cranberry walnut bread tastes almost like a brioche and is delicious. The kalamata olive and wheat is a great option for something a little less sweet. They had some bread sticks that had a heart shape at the top which were, again, very good. For dessert, I had their fresh made pastry filled with chocolate ganache and fresh made whipped cream. It was, as you may have guessed, sinful. I recommend taking the time to look around, taste everything and talk to the owner about his concept. He uses only natural ingredients and artisan techniques that take more time and create a superior taste sensation. The value is great because the prices are competitive with the other highly advertised chain sandwich shops, which of course, offer an inferior product. read more

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I was looking for some breakfast in Centerville and stumbled on this bakery, am I glad that I did! Everyone working was super nice and friendly. I ordered an egg and cheese croissant and it was quite possibly one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever eaten. The croissant was warm flaky and crispy. The eggs were made fresh and were so soft and creamy while melted with the cheese, it was amazing. I also tried a coconut macaroon cause they looked awesome. It was also baked perfectly and not overly sweet. I'll definitely be back here when I'm in the area. read more

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My initial review was misguided and I want to update because the owner passionately followed up with a message that showed his heart for his business. I give him 5 stars for caring so much and offering to address any concern I had. Will certainly return to Boosalis again! read more

I visited in July (2008) and what a gem of a place. The owner obviously has a flair and a passion about the food being served - ask him about the breads. Very good coffee too, much better than trudging across to the local Starbucks (and a better value as well). A real European bakery in the middle of Ohio... Update - It has been interesting to watch the rest of the country, especially in the foodie hubs on both coasts, become enamored with the Kouign-amann, while all the while having it available here - they have been serving the pastry here for at least two years (since 2013) now. So while the rest of the 'culinary' country has been 'discovering' the Kouign-amann, Boosalis Baking has been perfecting it. This place is a real treasure. read more

Boosalis Baking and Café is great! We've tried both the lunch here as well as their baked goods. In regards to their baked goods, listen to what they say. Get the Kouign-Amann! It's their most popular for a reason. Because it's so tasty! Think of it like a nice flaky on the outside croissant that's slightly sweetened but also soft and chewy on the inside. I asked my husband to buy me one, but he bought two. One for each of us. I ate mine and took a bite out of his. LOL I was looking forwards to also getting a blueberry and cheese Danish but they were all out by the time we got there. So, we got one of the other fruit danishes. It was good, but not as good as the Kouign-Amann. In regards to their sandwiches. Well, just them being a bakery lets you know that the bread they use for these sandwiches will be legit. We ordered an egg salad sandwich which came on 9 grain bread and a roast beef sandwich which came on a milk bread. You could say that you can make these sandwiches at home. Which, really.. you can. But their breads were so fresh, it just made the whole sandwich taste better. We made the sandwiches into a lunch box combo so we also got cookies, drink, and a fruit salad. The fruit salad was just canned mandarin oranges in its own condiment container. But you could also choose from Potato Chips, Orzo Salad, or a serving of Yogurt. For the cookies you could choose from Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal, Peanut Butter, Ginger-Molasses. We got one oatmeal and one peanut butter cookies. Both cookies were good! Boosalis is such a great place! I would recommend them for dessert pastries and breads! Or stop by for lunch! read more

A hidden gem. Every single thing is delicious. Go early to get the baked goods, they often sell out before the end of the day. Matt uses only the best quality ingredients, real butter, and takes pride in his business. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Be sure to try the Kouign Aman! It's both savory with a hint of sweetness, you will not be disappointed. read more

Great local business and bakery. Great customer service. Great pastries. And meals !

I was in town visiting family and stumbled on this little gem. I'd say it's similar to a Panera but smaller scale, better pastries, and better service. Service: Fantastic. The woman at the counter and another gentleman (owner I think) routinely walked through the dining area to make sure everyone was pleased. When I commented how much I loved the pastries, he brought me out a sample of the croissant to try, warm from the oven. Then the woman at the counter accidentally broke a cookie and brought me the pieces to try. Coffee: Very good and cheaper than the big chains! Can have one free refill as well. Food: Amazing!! Had the cheese blueberry danish and coffee for breakfast which was heavenly. Studied there and stayed for lunch - ham & swiss on a homemade croissant with fruit cup and ginger molasses cookie. They really excel at the baked goods. All their breads, croissants, cookies, and pastries are made fresh in-house daily. Price: Very reasonable for such high quality treats. Cookies 75 cents, other pastries $1-2.50, and sandwiches $6-7. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! read more

Boosalis Baking and Cafe - Cheese blueberry danish - Bakeries Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

My family loves to trek out to Boosalis for brunch - gourmet sandwiches & pastries. The staff is so kind!

Everything in this place looks so good. Very clean, friendly atmosphere the owner is always helpful. They deserve more than 5 stars. I tried a numerous amount of things and wasn't disappointed in anything. read more

We stopped by this morning & were BLOWN away by the quality of the pastries! Matt B's service was incredible, even on a day when their power was being difficult. A great small town feel with big city quality. Already planning an excuse to go back! Loved the food. Loved the people. read more

A great place to get your baked goods be it savory or sweet. Staff knowledgeable friendly and courteous.

Hands down the best chocolate crossiant I have had. Stopped in here while my daughter was getting her wisdom teeth pulled. This place has a great assortment of pastry and bread. Can't wait to eat the french baguette I got for dinner. read more

Bakery, sandwiches and salads are fantastic! Only complaint is they could use an espresso machine.

I chose Boosalis because of all the great reviews here, and then remembered that my daughter, who had been to Paris and raves about the baked goods there, mentioned a place on Alex-Bell where she could get similarly yummy croissants and baguettes. My friend and I loved our sample of Kouign-amann, along with the chocolate croissant, sticky bun, round loaf, panini sandwich and turkey cranberry sandwich. Matt chatted with us for quite awhile and I loved hearing about his heart for the business and community. I cannot wait to bring my kids here for their own pastries. We just finished reading The Vanderbeekers, who regularly ate freshly made croissants in NYC, so my kids are excited to try some of their own. It's taken me too long to find this place and I'm going to share about it with everyone I know! read more

The real deal. I've been searching for a legitimate bakery in the area and this is it. No contest. Japanese and Korean grocery stores have a bakery inside just like this, with real breads and real pastries that taste good and felt good after you finished them. It's the standard in their countries. In America it's all donuts or factory made pastries that taste and feel like 90% sugar or frosting. Makes me sick. Boosalis bakery is the light in the darkness for real pastry lovers. read more

This bakery is conveniently located and great staff. I did have the intention of buying a brownie, but there weren't any. For a bakery, I thought that was a pretty standard item? I did order something for else, a black and white cookie. It was reasonably priced at just under $3. I think you should try this bakery and form your own opinion about your favorite baked goods. Also saw lots of people buying bread. So if you eat bread, Try that! read more

Definitely a local place that I wish I had known about earlier! They have wonderful bakery items and the owner was there to answer questions. I especially loved their European coffee cake because it is chocolate with hints of orange and not too sweet. Also, they follow COVID precautions. read more

Fantastic bakery. Great Queen amons (unsure of spelling just ask them what they are). Also some of the best cranberry bread I've ever had. They do a great boxed lunch too. read more

Delicious!! And everyone was so nice and helpful. The kouign Amman buttery croissant type roll was soooooo good! Glad I stopped in!