Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Clear Flour Bakery

    4.7 (849 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries
    Closed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Clear Flour Bakery Photos

    You might also consider

    More like Clear Flour Bakery

    Recommended Reviews - Clear Flour Bakery

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Pastries in bakery
    Kayla N.

    We went around 9 am on a weekday so it wasn't too busy, but a line started forming around 10 am. The bakery didn't have any seats indoors and the cafe had a couple bar seats to sit at, and there were 3 tables outdoors in a patio to sit at. The staff in both the bakery and cafe were really nice and patient. We got the miso caramel and blueberry pancake latte at the cafe, I really liked the miso caramel one and the blueberry pancake was not as good but still okay. We got the chocolate pistachio croissant, shortcake biscuit with honey butter, and some bread I forgot the name of; the pastries were all amazing. In total it was $15 for the pastries and $14.50 for the 2 drinks. Would definitely go again, the honey butter and breads were really good.

    Rustic Italian
    Ying X.

    This bakery, opened in 1982, is said to be famous in Brookline. I made a special trip to visit it for my long-awaited ciabatta. Rustic Italian Ciabatta: They only had this one type of plain ciabatta (it looks like a soda cracker...), and the portion was truly astonishing, almost 3-4 times the size of a typical ciabatta in China... incredibly good value! I arrived in the afternoon, so it wasn't freshly baked, and therefore a bit dry and hard to chew. After reheating it at home, the texture instantly became soft and fluffy, plump to the touch, and full of airiness and chewiness when you bite into it--truly worthy of its over forty-year history. Because it was plain, it was rather bland on its own, with a slight fermented sour taste. Ciabatta in China, on the other hand, has various seasonings and fillings, so if you don't like it that way, you can spread some salted butter on it or soak it in milk--I tried it myself and it was amazing! Because the ciabatta was so big, I only bought this one. I hope I'll have the chance to come back and try other varieties next time!

    Peter C.

    There's a line outside and I understand why. This tiny bakery is situated on a little side street and it's well worth the trip. There's no inside seating and they suggest only 3 parties inside at once time. It has a nice wood interior feeling like a bit of a farm house. The vibe fits the fresh baked goods. This might not be a great place to go in winter if you're standing in line outside for 20 or 30 minutes. The line did move quickly though but it helped the weather was decent. Inside are various fresh baked loaves of bread and a ton of delightful confections. Chocolate chunk cookie! Wow. The flour less dark chocolate cake was incredible. Sourdough boule was a perfect addition to the Sunday football appetizer spread. This might be one of the best bakeries in the North East. I was honestly taken back by how good all the food was. Sure it's a bit pricey but it's well worth it for the quality. I would gain substantial weight if I lived close by.

    Some sort of cranberry jam croissant, chocolate chunk cookie, regular croissant, a chocolatey cookie that I forget the name of
    Nicki L.

    She really is THAT GIRL. Dang, I can't believe I've been procrastinating coming here for 5 years. The bread and pastries were delectable. The cashier was so sweet and patient as he answered all of my questions. I went at 10AM on a Thursday and only waited ~5-10min. I hear weekend lines are very long, so I'd try to come off peak. Regardless, definitely worth hanging out in line! Easy street parking as long as it's not during the hours of 8-10 - no street parking during this time.

    Joelle L.

    Had to stop by to see what was going on as there's always a line outside clear flour any time I've walked or driven by. Long line but moves quicker than you think, I ended up a good bit around the corner (20-25ish in front of me) and it took about 15 minutes to get through and order. The shop is small and can only accommodate 3 groups at a time. Their highlight is their breads and scones. I really liked the new england night batard which is great toasted with butter. I also tried the blueberry currant scone which was soft and moist and not dry. Croissants were alright, nothing special even though clear flour is often mentioned as of the best but I prefer Nouve and Salt. Worth it to line up at least once for the loaves of bread in my opinion.

    Pistachio chocolate Croissants
    Lauren G.

    Paid my first visit during the tail end of a snow storm which was the only time I've seen them without a line!! The pistachio chocolate croissant was wonderfully nutty without being overpowering and the morning bun was buttery and soft with a delicious crispy sugar topping! Great for eating on the walk home with my coffee :) definitely pay a visit when you have a chance, even with a line.

    Mortadella
    Kevin W.

    A grab and go sandwich has no right to be this good. I was hesitant at first because $16 for a pre-made sandwich seems like a bad value but was totally wrong. I don't know how they keep it so fresh but it was incredible with A+ bread and flavors. Best part about the sandwich being grab and go is for a working lunch it only took 30 seconds instead of waiting and waiting like other places.

    Display
    Varsha T.

    i had heard a lot about clear flour bakery from a friend who lives in the area, and i was excited to try it. the food i tried was so fresh, warm, and very decadent. i had the chocolate croissant pretzel, the chocolate chip cookie, the baguette, the iced chai latte, and the chicken and red pepper sandwich. everything i tried was exceptional. while the bakery is a bit on the pricey side, i do think it is worth it. even with the lines, i didn't feel rushed to make a selection. the staff was honestly really helpful and made conversation to help me decide what to get. i would 100% recommend checking out this spot. also, both the bakery and the café are on the smaller side, so there isn't much space to enjoy your treats inside, especially on busier days like the weekends. however, i've heard that if you come on a weekday during a less busy time, seating tends to be available.

    Elizabeth X.

    Pastries were all so good. Loved the flourless chocolate chip cake, which was very rich--just how I like it--and the tahini chocolate chip cook, which was chewy--also just how I like it. Tiny baker with no seating. Cashier was very friendly

    Pastries
    Victoria D.

    Yummy pastries, but had a line around the corner on a Saturday morning. We waited round 30 minutes. The store was adorable and the coffee shop next door also has some pasties and seating if you don't want to wait!

    John B.

    There was a considerable line at this place on weekends, which I suspect comes as no surprise to the locals. The summary I read online said it was fast-moving, but I found that assessment generous. To be fair, I myself held up the line by buying a boatload of stuff. Their diverse loaves and pastries met with acclaim and looked the part. I managed to snag the last one of a fantastically rich chocolate hazelnut crumble, but also got sourdough and a rye as well as some savory items. They say they use Old World baking techniques, and what I got was hearty and high quality.

    Nick S.

    Clear Flour Bread is that well-regarded bakery you've probably heard about, tucked into a small residential area near the Brookline-Allston line. Don't be surprised if you see a line out the door when you visit. It moves steadily because the store itself is quite small, and they only allow about three parties inside at a time. Just a heads up, there's no seating here; it's strictly for grab-and-go. They have a really impressive variety of breads and pastries on offer, all at reasonable prices with good portion sizes. We picked up a mix of things, including coconut macarons, cookies, croissants, and their herb butter sesame bread. Everything was tasty. Some of the breads can be a little on the firm side when you first get them, but they toast up beautifully and have fantastic flavor. The real standout for us was the herb butter black sesame bread, it was unique and absolutely delicious. It's easy to see why this place has such a loyal following.

    Kylie B.

    One of the best bakeries I have had here in Boston! I anticipated a long line on a Saturday morning , the space is small and they have a limited capacity of 3 parties at a time. I would estimate I waited about 20-30 minutes to get inside. There is a decent selection of pastries and lots of breads. For our sweet pastry we tried the pretzel chocolate croissant. The croissant really tasted like a pretzel! and the light slat paired nicely with the chocolate inside. The chocolate to croissant proportions were also on point. For our savory option we got the ham and cheese croissant. The croissant had a nice flake and butter flavor without being too greasy. The ham and cheese were both yummy as well! I will certainly be back here to try more items (probably on a weekday though ;) )

    Morning bun, maple walnut scone, world peace cookie

    See all

    17 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 hours ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    19 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 23
    Thanks 7
    Love this 25
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nick S.
    20
    1091
    4837

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    29 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Fatboy S.
    7
    760
    3532

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Taylor Z.
    1157
    2174
    4669

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Excellent Laugenecken and Pretzel Croissants are worth the long wait. Beware that they sell out though.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jay M.
    70
    639
    4941

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    Page 1 of 22

    Clear Flour Bakery Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Clear Flour Bakery

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Bakeries 19,485 times last month within 10 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Bakey

    Bakey

    4.4
    (92 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    What a great bakery to stop by in Coolidge Corner. There was constantly people popping in and out…read moreso you can tell it's a crowd favorite. I came here with 2 friends to work from home and we had a great time! I can attest it's a solid spot to WFH. They have one large (more communal) table which is where we sat, as well as a handful for 2 seaters for folks to either sit alone or across from a friend. Clearly a lot of people come here to WFH, but you can't blame them. The WiFi is free and we didn't experience any disruptions, there's great lighting in addition to the natural light from their floor to ceiling glass walls, and the music is so good here. They were playing all 2010s indie, pop, and alternative hits. We all loved it. I ordered a decaf iced latte with Carmel and it was delicious! A bit on the pricey side, but it is what it is. :) My friends got a sandwich and also tried their coffee and really liked it too. We will be back!

    Bakey is a great place to go in the Coolidge Corner area of Brookline! They have so many delicious…read morebakery items and coffee/tea beverages. They have standard coffee and tea, beverages, but also some fun seasonal drinks and they have non-dairy milk alternatives! All of the bakery items are gorgeous and I don't think you could go wrong with whatever you choose to try. I appreciate that for the bakery items. They also display the allergens on the little cards, which is super convenient for anyone with allergies or restrictions. The service is friendly and there is a surprising amount of seating inside, which is great to take advantage of the natural light from the big windows. There's also some seating outside when the weather is nice.

    Photos
    Interior of bakery
    Interior of bakery
    Individual cinnamon babka
    Individual cinnamon babka
    Bakey

    See all

    Japonaise Bakery and Cafe

    Japonaise Bakery and Cafe

    4.3
    (591 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $

    Wow, wow, wow! If I could give you 10 stars, I would. The chocolate bun has me in a chokehold in a…read moreway no food has before. I dream about it, day in and day out, cursing the distance between us. Why must you be so far away? My heart breaks every time I see the traffic report keeping us apart. The chocolate on this bun was unlike anything I've had before, the smoothest, most delightful texture known to man. The cream, utter perfection, the perfect balance to the sharpness of the chocolate. I can't even begin to express how fondly I fell for this bun. I'm enraptured, infatuated, absolutely head over heels in love.

    I love Japonaise Bakery for their adorable anime- themed pastries! While their Totoro Bun is…read moredefinitely the most popular, they also like to experiment with new flavors & characters. The display in the front with all the figurines and product samples is the cutest thing you will see all day. Although their Kuromi Bun had a nice (not too sweet) custard filling, the bread itself was a tad too dry. We also got their Shio Butter Bread which was the better choice. We happened to get a freshly baked one which was fluffy and melt in your mouth delicious! Also, it must be said that their service is A+. Their staff are truly such kind folks - always smiling and making friendly conversation with their customers. Turns out they were testing a new dough for the Shio Bread so they even gave us one on the house to try. The kind gesture was very sweet and much appreciated!

    Photos
    Inside
    Inside
    Custard Cream Bun
    Custard Cream Bun
    Matcha Ichigo Cream

    See all

    Matcha Ichigo Cream
    Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Beacon St

    Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Beacon St

    4.0
    (689 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Tatte is a weakness for me -- whenever see one, it's hard to resist going in. My favorite is Tatte…read moreon Beacon Street in Brookline, and it never fails me when I'm looking for a pastry or a quick breakfast. It's especially nice to go with a friend. The bakery always feels busy in a good way, and everything in the display case looks amazing. My favorites are the apple turnover and the strawberry turnover. Both are excellent. The apple turnover is flaky and buttery with a great apple filling, while the strawberry turnover had a fresh flavor and a light, crispy pastry. Honestly, it was hard to pick a favorite between the two. The staff were friendly, and my order came out quickly even though there were a lot of people there. The café has a nice atmosphere, whether you're stopping in for coffee, meeting up with friends, or just grabbing something to go. There are a lot of great bakeries around Boston, but Tatte is one of the places I find myself returning to. I'd definitely recommend trying the turnovers if you're visiting for the first time.

    This Tatte is a relaxing place to stop into on a walk after work to eat a light dinner at the…read moreoutdoor tables. Today I had the turkey avocado sandwich with my grandson. The outdoor tables are nice on sunny days. Although the bakery always tempts me, this is a fresh, healthy option, and the bread is a special treat! The staff is always friendly and the vibe is chill despite beacon st in brookline being such a such a busy area!

    Photos
    Pastries and snack
    Pastries and snack
    Tattes turkey avocado sandwich
    Tattes turkey avocado sandwich
    Smoked Salmon & Avocado Tartine

    See all

    Smoked Salmon & Avocado Tartine

    Clear Flour Bakery - bakeries - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...