Carb Fans!!! Bread Smith in St. Paul is such a gem. From freshly baked breads to sweet treats, I have yet to try something that wasn't amazing. The loaf of sour dough will run you $6.50 and you can get in sliced in the store. The loaf is big! The banana chocolate chip muffin was another highlight. Perfect mix of banana and chocolate. This location is very busy but they had 3 cashiers to work through the rush. read more

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Signed up for Breadsmith's reward program and received a $10 reward plus I was able to get a $10 reward for my birthday! I picked up a could muffins, a baguette and a loaf of sourdough. Everything was fresh and they were able to slice our bread thick like we wanted. I haven't tried the bread yet but our muffins were honestly some of the moistest muffins we've ever had! The store was busy but the wait was minimal and the staff were very friendly! The store is a to go store with a free parking lot nearby. It smelled so good in there! read more

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Great bread and baked goods! The service has always been quick and efficient even when lines are out the door. I love getting any of their seasonal items. I have come to Breadsmith occasionally throughout a few years and have loved everything I've gotten. read more

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Makes me feel like I'm back home in PA on the East Coast. Good bread is so hard to find in Minnesota. A true French Hoagie Roll, even has a Pretzel Hoagie Roll, a great soft pretzel that just needs 2 min in the air fryer on toast mode for warm perfection, or 20 seconds in the microwave. Their dessert game is spot on as well. Had the mini pull a part cinnamon roll and the sweet tooth was satisfied. Very clean facility, knowledgeable staff, and the line moves pretty fast even when busy. They offer a great selection of other breads, scones, muffins, and more as well. You can order online through the app, get rewards for being a repeat customer like I will be. If you find this Helpful, click the button, and follow me for more reviews. read more

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Stopped in for some awesome fall treats/adventure. Love their breads but this time went for muffins and roll. Service was so helpful and you feel like you're in a "fresh baked bakery " cause you are! Fresh breads, muffins, scones, etc adorn selves giving it an artsy artisan feel. read more

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Always superb in every respect and this is based on 32 years with Breadsmith on Grand Avenue, St. Paul. I had the pleasure of meeting an owner recently, I forget her name, but she was lovely. read more

Omg! We stumbled across this location on our way to get a smoothie and are so excited for the fresh baked bread we saw and SMELLED! My husband got us 4 pretzel buns for dinner later and they are so squishy soft and delicious smelling! I would be lying if I said all 4 made it home . We also got a couple of mini muffins in the blue berry lemon flavor and were met with an instantly delicious flavor burst as soon as you bite into them! So delicious! The shop is tiny and can probably cram about 20 folks in there at a time, but you've got two cashiers who are quick to take your order, and a very artisan /brick 100 year old vibe. We loved it and would gladly be back when we are in the area!! read more

Breadsmith - Omg if you could smell this photo!! The pretzel buns are SO DELICIOUS - Bakeries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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We've been fans of the Breadsmith for a while. Really how can you go wrong with anything freshly baked? Some of the breads that we have recently enjoyed are their english muffin bread and flatbread.  The english muffin bread is like having an english muffin in the form of toast. We love to make flatbread pizzas with their flatbread. Their scones are excellent but the item we really enjoy is their pretzel. Reminds us of when we visited Philadelphia. The Breadsmith is one of the few bakeries in the Cities where you can purchase a fresh baked pretzel. Previously we've enjoyed their focaccia, hot dog and burger buns and even some sweet breads. Really a one stop shop for any fresh baked breads and treats. read more

Breadsmith is a small chain that looks and feels like similar chains from the 1990s---Caribou, Panera and so on. That said, the quality of its products is higher and it has a bunch of (not labeled) vegan options. Many of their items are kosher, too. I usually get a sourdough loaf ($6 or so), which is great: super fresh, perfectly made. Their babkas are pretty good at $4 each and are vegan by default. They're not quite as soft and ooey-gooey as a cinnamon roll, but they're still good. They also have vegan coffee cake and a ton of other options. Why only three stars? Principally because they don't label their vegan options. Every time you go, the staff doesn't know what's vegan and are happy to look things up for you (they have a binder with ingredients for hundreds of items), but there are often long lines and it would be annoying to make others wait. If Breadsmith made it easier for vegans to know what's what, and maybe added a few more decadent options (how about a peanut butter brownie?), it would get another star. read more

Breadsmith - Cross section of chocolate babka loaf; vegan by default ($4). Pretty tasty, though not as soft and ooey-gooey as a cinnamon roll. - Bakeries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Sweet stop/shop! Clean, safe respite in a busy city! Covid precautions in place (and they are enforced here)! So many choices! Could decide on one, so split a pumpkin spice muffin & whole wheat apple/cranberry muffin. Both were fresh and made me want to go back and get more! read more

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Does not offer gluten-free. This comes up on the search for gluten free, however researching their website, they actively state they have no desire to open a certified safe bakery. It is not ok that this comes up for a search for gluten-free foods and a bakery that states they have no desire to expand their business to gluten-free at this time is even listed. read more

If you're not from Minnesota, you wouldn't know this is like a panera bread of the area. While the service was solid, the line moved at a good pace and they were covid safe; many of the more local spots are more enjoyable and have more character. The chocolate babka was enjoyable, but didn't wow me! But if your looking for a quick treat, or a non processed loaf of bread this would be a reliable spot. read more

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I know everything is allegedly handmade but I still think their bread is kind of overpriced. Sure it's great! But damn! The service is ok but they could be nicer. The ambience is very nice for sure! read more

so I ordered a pretzel and zucchini bread and it took about 10 minutes to get it all out to me plus they were very unprofessional and where laughing about something completely random and pained no attention to me or my order read more

Best cinnamon buns and chocolate babkas ever. This place smells amazing and the bread is always warm and super fresh. It's our weekend treat to come there. read more

I got the banana walnut muffin. So yummy!! It was perfectly moist, hearty and flavorful. I couldn't have asked for a better muffin. And the walnuts really were crunchy and fresh! read more

Decided to try Breadsmith on Grand Ave today. Ordered pretzel breadstick, mini cinnamon pull apart, whole wheat apple cranberry muffin. The pretzel breadstick tasted like a pretzel, but had a consistency of a doughy bread, not what I had expected, but generally good. Mini cinnamon pull aparts tasted fine, but did not feel fully fresh, more like 1 day old ones. The muffin basically tasted like the sugar that it was topped with with some taste of cranberries. Overall, okay, not spectacular and definitely not a memorable experience. Slow moving line at 12:30pm with 4 people in the line in front of me. The prices were very reasonable. However, I will not be back. read more

I literally come here just for the Chocolate Babka. If you have never had Chocolate Babka or heard of it, in the most common sense it is basically a chocolate version of a cinnamon roll. Breadsmith basically creates theirs just like a cinnamon roll with a rich chocolate and cinnamon crumb filling wrapped in a lightly sweet dough. It is a great and totally not healthy way to start you morning but hey, who is keeping track here? Indulge and treat yourself sometime if you see a Breadsmith, you will be happy you did. read more

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Have you ever eaten a whole seeded petite baguette in one sitting? I have, and I don't regret a single crumb. Such a fun location, SO many bread options. Half of their options I didn't know existed, and I'm on a mission try to each and every one of them. I want the smell of this place made into a candle. I love bread. I love bread so much that I'll eat just about any bread you give me, but I still know good bread when I try it. Anyway, what I'm trying to say is that the bread here is flippin' stellar. Once it's safe, of course, this is a great spot to bop by while touring the shops in the area. If you head home without a loaf from Breadsmith tucked under your arm, just know that I see you, and I'm disappointed in you. read more

Bread. Bread. Bread. Consistent quality bread, before and during COVID-19. I've been getting boules, petite boules, baguettes, banana bread, and other yummy breadstuff for 20 years. Everything is made with care and I can depend on the quality. Keep up the great work! read more

Breadsmith - A bit of today's delicious boule. It won't last long! - Bakeries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I stop here before almost every party I go to if I want to arrive with some high quality snackin' food. They have a great variety of fresh bread served by the loaf, sliced if you ask for it, and often still warm from the oven. Although you would not characterize this as a "pastry shop", they always have some freshly made brownies, muffins, and other sweet treats as well. The prices are really good, and the quality of the bread is consistently outstanding. Pro-tip: head over to the St Paul Cheese Shop a couple doors down and, between what these two stores offer, you can create very tasty food experiences for parties, picnics, or any situation which calls for some great bread and cheese. read more

I used to LOVE Breadsmith, but there is no question that they have changed their recipes in the last few years. The banana bread is two thirds of the size and now very dry. Today I got two cranberry muffins and ended up throwing them away. Dry as a bone. Tasted like corn bread with seriously three cranberries. Perhaps this is still a great place to get bread, but not a place for sweats. I would also avoid the pretzels. They look great but just taste like bread - not the chewy pretzel consistency your would expect. read more

Breadsmith is sooooo delicious! This spot had been a Macalester staple since I was in junior high. I mainly go for their cranberry blueberry bread but it's all good. Everything is baked fresh and with quality ingredients. The muffins and bread rolls always incorporate great flavor without ever being too sweet. If you ever want to check if they have a specific loaf, call ahead and reserve a loaf. I did that tonight and was able to pick it up before they closed. Easy and quick. If you love fresh bread check it out. They also have some gluten free options for those with celiac. Can't go wrong. read more

Breadsmith - Cranberry blueberry bread, sliced - Bakeries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Great place. Their bread tastes and smells great. I've tried their sourdough and dark raisin walnut rye, both of which are great. Great great great. read more

Outstanding COVID-19 safety measures! Safety notice on the entrance door, hand sanitizer provided to use for incoming and outgoing customers, social distancing marked on the floor. Staff was protected behind plexi glass. I swiped my own card. All in all no contact as I placed my order, paid and took my items. Everything was delicious, but mostly I want to give HIGH PRAISE to businesses who are doing such an EXCELLENT job protecting the health of staff and customers. read more

Best bakery ! All the bread they make are amazing! Will always visit again ! read more

The chocolate Babka is the best I have ever had. I love it!!! If this place was closer to my house I would be in big trouble. I would have fresh bread a few times a week. Unfortunately they are not close so I go there for a special treat and some holidays. I highly recommend this place. read more

Sickened by the conditions I saw your staff in yesterday. I have never seen anything like it, multiple customers having to seemingly offer resources to your counter staff, not to mention the after effects of the fire, the other businesses on the block were closed! It is abundantly clear you only care about $, and not the people that make your business happen, I've been a customer for years but I will never come back. read more

Had an issue being treated rudely by a young man at the bakery. Called the next day to speak to Manager Kati Robert's. She was exceptionally disrespectful!!!! Does she think this is the only bakery in town? And my question: the cookies already wrapped up...are those fresh daily? No, they are not! read more

I've always been partial to Great Harvest, myself, merely as a result of geography and proximity. Well, this morning I happened to be in the area and happened to remember that we were out of bread and happened to be stopped at Snelling and Grand; I spied Breadsmith on the corner and I squealed into a spot and ran in. The smells are intoxicating (and like daggers to my olfactory bulbs, connected to the rest of my currently-dieting body) and the bread variety looks great. I selected a multigrain loaf, round and rustic, and, jealous of everyone else ordering their scones and babkes, got a banana bread with nuts for fun. I snuck a few bites of each and I'm thoroughly satisfied. Hubby has devoured half the loaf of banana bread already, thank heavens (and damn him for having such a high metabolic rate). I don't think that I'll be switching allegiance any time soon, but I do have to go back and investigate their babkes further, for research purposes, you know. read more

My dad always craves for crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside French baguettes so when he came into town, I tried to find a place in Saint Paul and came upon Breadsmith. We went early in the morning and the baguettes were fresh and the regular French and peasant bread was still warm to the touch. The bread was excellent and the service was outstanding. We also decided to pick up some scones just to try. Most of them were very good, slightly sweet but not overly. Wasn't the biggest fan of the coconut but I'm not a big coconut fan anyway. Will definitely go back! read more

This is starting to be my normal go to bread place. I was in the hood over the winter, and stopped in. They have 2 types of wheat, the white is my staple, it's so soft and flavorful. I noticed pretzel buns and breadsticks. They are awesome They always have delicious samples of dessert breads. I like the friendly staff. Don't forget the punch card for a free loaf after you buy a dozen. read more

I bought some food here after getting a smoothie for my boyfriend and me over at the Jamba Juice. After you go down on each other, it takes a little out of you. We needed extra nutrients, so I had the person behind the counter infuse it with some antioxidants like my boyfriend infused me with earlier. After I strolled with my eyes over the dense browns, and ordered pretzel bread and a pastry, the golden sheen of the raw honey could not tell me more to make my early afternoon complete. :) read more

We don't have Breadsmith location near by. The closest one is about 15 miles away. But whenever I happen to go that side I make sure to stop there and get some nice breads etc. read more

The day after my Wuollet Bakery disappointment, I stopped in Breadsmith during Grand Ol Days. I forgot about Breadsmith, even though I went there quite a bit during and after college. Mmmm, you walk in and are greeted with a wall of freshly made bread and a heavenly odor. Brings a smile to my face. Now, I like pastries but I LOVE bread, so I am glad Breadsmith doesn't waste time on the sweets (well there are some, but I've never paid attention). Soft bread, crusty bread, tons of rolls and mini loaves, so much to choose from! And they always have breads to sample, which is lovely. I don't think I've ever had unsmiling service or a bad loaf of bread from Breadsmith. If there was a shop in Seattle I'd be there all the time. I think the store is connected to Jamba Juice and Dunn Bros is next door, in case you want a drink with your delicious bread. read more

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A trip to Breadsmith always immediately follows a trip to Jamba Juice. I know little about all the crazy delicious breads they sell here other than I have enjoyed them all. Plus, they let you sample stuff, which is fun to try and learn about new things. They have mini muffins which are perfectly sized for my four year old, and their seasonal hot cross buns are insane. I generally don't like cranberries, but enjoy their cranberry scones, which is my "usual". We usually sit in Breadsmith, drink our Jamba Juice and eat our muffins and the kids think it is the cooles thing ever. And since they think so, I think so too. read more

Delicious homemade breads with huge variety. Selection of sweet breads and daily specials. Scones and pretzle sticks are a favorite.

My bread needs have always been fulfilled at this location. Most of their employees are local college students with bright smiles and an over abundance of energy. They work quickly and have great customer service skills. My favorite items are the mini cranberry scones, the banana bread and their seasonal pumpkin bread with walnuts. The best part is that the prices make it very easy to get a delicious treat from there quite often. read more

I am a regular at Great Harvest but stopped in here because I read on yelp that you can buy single hamburger buns/sandwich rolls which is what I needed today. They, like Great Harvest, offer free samples, although they did not offer us anything today. I am sure we could have asked but I really wanted to get in and out. I got a few different types of rolls, a potato roll, two dill/onion rolls, and a whole wheat roll. While we were leaving, I saw they had mini scones so we tried a maple pecan one and this scone was seriously the best scone I have ever eaten..I was so so sad we only bought one to split! I will most definitely be back here but I still think Great Harvest is my weekly bread stop. I like the vibe better at Great Harvest better and much better parking. This more than likely will be my new place to stop for a scone though..In fact, tomorrow morning I might have to stop and get one.... read more

two words: Chocolate Babka. With Jamba Juice next door it is the perfect hangover remedy... read more