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Chef & The Baker

4.5 (54 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Dogs allowed

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Danelle H.

FINALLY made it on a Sunday for the cinnamon rolls and it was tot worth the wait! Soft, pillowy, a great cinnamon layer and the cream cheese frosting was perfect! There was no line (we came before noon). Quick to order, although they were already out of sourdough loaves. Super cute inside, and we even got patio seating. Overall, a lovely Sunday experience

Amanda T.

I've been a couple times and the shop is so cute and cozy. There is always a good variety of different bakery and savory items. I've tried the avocado tartine (not pictured) which was pretty solid. The pastries are delicious but the ones I got with the fillings and icings were too sweet for me. The banana bread was a little dry and not my favorite. I really enjoyed the croix donuts and croissants!

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Marina M.

I finally made it to The Chef & The Baker on S. Manhattan Avenue after one of my best friends raved about their croix donuts for months ~ and wow, it did not disappoint! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by the warmest front desk representative, Lisa, and had the pleasure of meeting Chef Rosana. Both were incredibly kind, welcoming, and made the experience feel special. The food and drinks were absolutely amazing. My Café con Leche was perfectly balanced and delicious, and the iced vanilla latte was just as good. We tried the homemade Cinnamon buns, a plain sugary croix donut, and the Nutella croix donut ~ each one unbelievably fresh, flaky, and full of flavor. We also grabbed a baguette to go and ended up trying it in the car on the way home... it was delish! You can taste that everything is genuinely homemade. The café itself is adorable ~ cozy and inviting. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more from their menu. This little hidden gem definitely lived up to the hype! I recommend this spot!

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Marie E.

Such a cute little spot. Music is a tad bit loud but great bright lighting with all the windows. Food is good and packaged/ displayed so cute! Definitely will be coming back.

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Carolyn B.

A super cute and quaint cafe with delicious baked goods, sandwiches, empanadas and coffee. The music is a vibe Jazzy and electronic while you sit at the wood counter sipping a caramel macchiato and nibbling on a cinnamon roll. The cinnamon roll was warm and soft. The beef and queso empanada was flaky and savory. They'll get you in and out. Everyone was pleasant. See you next Sunday

Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant
Matt L.

Stopped by Chef & the Baker in South Tampa this morning for breakfast. It's a small bakery with a great selection of baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, and coffee. I had a Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant. The croissant was light, buttery, and flaky. The egg was cooked nicely, and the thick cut bacon was soft and just how I like it. You can tell it was fresh and scratch made and it made for a great breakfast sando. I also tried one of their Croix Donuts, the marriage of a croissant and a donut. Crispy on the outside and soft and airy on the inside. Super tasty. I got the cinnamon sugar dusted one and it was and really good, the perfect sweetness to complement the beautiful texture of the donut. Accompanying my meal was a Cortado from their Espresso Bar. Always one of my go to drinks, a double shot of espresso with equal parts steamed milk. Quite tasty and perfect to pair with the donut and sandwich. This is a popping little spot, and worth a stop if you're in the area and want quality, fresh food made by good folks.

almond milk matcha latte with a sprinkle of cinnamon
Anna P.

I recommend either the coffee or the pastries here! This matcha wasn't the color I would expect in a latte, a little muted in green and it definitely had more of a bitter taste. I personally love matcha so I can still get down with it, but for the masses, I would recommend getting some sweetener in this drink if you decide on matcha from this place. I really like to come for a quiet and nice place to get work done because they have nice benches and tables for personal space. There is also complimentary water and wifi which is a huge plus for digital nomads.

Vegan empanadas
Avani P.

Found this place for a quick Saturday breakfast with the family, everything was delicious! You order at the counter and food comes to you, device is fast and friendly. There are various seating options indoor and outdoor but the place was definitely popular and packed! Great neighborhood place, for sweet morning treats and coffee, great selection, parking in front and side of store, would definitely recommend!

Paris T.

Chef & The Baker is where baked good dreams come true! There are so many things available here: breakfast croissants, empanadas, crepes, fresh baked bread loafs, donuts, cakes, coffee and more. I've visited a few times now and tried several of their pastries. Everything is always amazing so far my favorite is their Nutella donut. Customer service has always been perfect each visit. I can't wait to come back again sometime soon!

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Miguel E.

Everything was amazing , the coffee and the Nutella cronut were my favorites. The employees were friendly with lots of smiles for you. I did take a star due to affordability. I spent over $60 for a few pastries a challah bread and a coffee. It may be steep for some but I understand that I'm paying for premium baked goods. I would suggest to have menu items that attract more budget conscious patrons and you'll grow as big as an oak tree, LOL. Good luck chef.

Kouign Amman + Cappucino
Regina M.

I recently tried Chef & The Baker South Tampa. Here's what I thought. Atmosphere: Chef & The Bakery has a beautiful indoor and outdoor space. The inside space was bright and inviting. They have ample indoor seating and a lovely outdoor patio to sit at and enjoy your food. It's a great place to sit outside with your dog! Restrooms: They have a single bathroom. It was nice and clean. Service: We were welcomed right away by their friendly staff. Our service was quick and efficient. Food: I tried their 'Kouign Amman' which was a fluffy pastry filled with apricot jam. It was savory and sweet. It was soooo good. All their bakery items are made fresh and are sold until they're sold out. So get here early to have the best choice of items. I had a cappuccino which was sooo good. I will definitely be back because everything here looks amazing! Instagram: @living.with.reg

Alexandra E.

The service, atmosphere, menu and employees were all amazing. We had the cinnamon buns, a cookie, the Nutella stuffed donut and a caramel macchiato. Everything was phenomenal, the coffee was superrrrrr strong and therefore tasted very bitter but the baked goods were incredible. Will definitely try again.

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Kristen B.

Chef and the Baker is the place to go for cronuts, croissants and fresh bread. It is the perfect spot to start your day with breakfast, coffee, fresh bread, and pastries. You can stay and eat in their cute indoor space, out on the turfed patio or take your treats to go. The bacon egg and cheese croissants and cinnamon sugar donuts are the best in town.

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