Had been craving Leavened for a week and finally decided to give in. Only problem is it's near my gym... so I got pastries after a workout session. Whatever. I'm so sad about this, but this was not my favorite experience at Leavened. Customer service was great of course but my selections fell short. I got a mushroom and ricotta croissant, which was fine. I forgot the ricotta was supposed to be there because it mostly tasted liked mushroom, but it was good. I also got the cinnamon monkey bread. This was not good. It was seemingly cooked in the paper that it was served in so the top of the bread pieces were crunchy, the middle was softer and then everything else was completely stuck to the paper. I didn't get to eat about 1/3 of what I paid for and I had to work really hard for the other 1/3. Also, the bread had a very spicy taste. It must have been cinnamon and allspice, but it was entirely too much and very overpowering. It truly tasted like a spicy savory bread which is not what I was expecting or wanted. Monkey bread is usually gooey and sweet. This missed the mark, but that's okay. I'll certainly return for another treat soon. Also the bread was looking fire this day. read more

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I think I've tried this place enough to finally declare it an overall disappointment. Today I tried the hoisin tofu sandwich. The bread was fresh and crusty, there were two small strips of tofu that had maybe been dribbled on by hoisin sauce at some point, some lettuce and jalapeño slices, and carrots. The sandwich was dry as a bone and a really sad empty version of a banh mi. The chocolate rye cookie I bought as a back up was thankfully still deliciously chocolatey and soft as usual. The guy at the register said the bread pudding still has a "cinnamon roll base, so it has orange in it" despite nothing in the sign denoting this awful addition to bread pudding and the fact that cinnamon rolls are not orange rolls. But I digress and I won't fight with a cashier over their poor decisions lol. Also got a cherry chocolate sourdough on impulse. Pray it is soft inside. read more

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We enjoy stopping in to Leavened. Their bread selection is great and everything is fresh. They offer counter service and call out your order when it is ready. We had coffee drinks and muffins. The dining area is comfortable and has tables of many sizes to accommodate different size parties. read more

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We had a wonderful visit to Leavened! Everything we tried was fresh and incredibly delicious. The Cinnamon Bun was soft and perfectly glazed, and the Pepperoni Roll was a great savory snack. We also loved the Danish Twist and the aromatic Cardamom Bun. Great coffee and a cozy atmosphere. We will definitely be back! read more

I first visited in February 2024 then I visited again in June 2024. During both visits, I wanted to try a sandwich but I couldn't because, the first time, they didn't have a sandwich that I liked (only 2 options) and the second time, the sandwich that I wanted had cheese in it and I don't like cheese. SERVICE -- Warm and friendly. PASTRIES: I've tried just a plain croissant (3/5) and a blueberry cruffin (3.5/5). The croissant was fine because I didn't get a chance to take it home to warm it up and add a little butter in it so when I ate it at the bakery, it tasted okay and a bit dry. The blueberry cruffin was good but it had too much jam in it for my taste. I can't wait to try other pastries. They are known for their breads so I'll have to come visit again. The only issue is that they only have 2 sandwiches on their menu that rotates every few weeks. I love that they have different sandwich options but you may not like any of the 2 available options. So, perhaps just buy some bread and take it home to make your own sandwich. TIP -- I recommend getting here earlier so that you get fresher pastries. I will definitely visit again especially after a lovely encounter with a young Christian couple in June 2024. **** GOAL of 150 reviews in 2024 - 56/150 total reviews in 2024 - 706 total overall Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 6 July 2024 read more

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The four stars are only based on the quality of the food! The cinnamon rolls are delicious and the sourdoughs they make are delicious as well. I haven't got a chance to try their pizza yet. But the service is poor, and has felt unwelcoming on multiple occasions different staff at the register seemed to be angry and irritated with me asking questions or just saying hello. read more

Oh my goodness! That cinnamon roll is delicious and sooo moist. I will sell these out next time I am in no town.

Here's the thing: Leavened makes the best bread in Cleveland. Here's the other thing: other items can be hit or miss (I've had pastries I've found overbaked, solid soup, but also delicious cookies), and service is quite often unfriendly. One bonus is their happy hour most days, where you can get that day's pastries and bread at a discount so that they don't have to carry old product into the next day. If you can swing by during that time, it's ideal to grab a few loaves of bread and store them in the freezer. The interior has minimalist decor and good lighting, so it's a good choice to pop a squat and get some work done, and since they also serve lunch, you can camp out for several hours. read more

Leavened has a lot going for it--cozy yet chic atmosphere, friendly staff, and truly excellent bread. That said, my experience with getting one of their sandwiches has been consistently challenging. I've been three times at different hours, and each time, the "sandwich of the day" was already out. The one time it was a turkey club, which is the most basic ingredients and you know,they are a bakery, so this seems odd. It appears the sandwiches are premade, so if they run out, you're out of luck. Left with limited options, I went for the pepperoni roll, which was... fine. Just a lot of bread with a couple of pepperoni slices and barely any cheese. The ratio felt way off--more like a bread roll that happened to know a pepperoni once. All in all, Leavened has great potential, but if you're going for anything beyond the bread itself, manage your expectations. read more

Leavened - Pepperoni roll - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Leavened is a beautiful space to spend an afternoon (although I could see it getting crowded quickly), with baked goods and breads galore. Their seasonal special, the Cardamom Latte, was my favorite thing I tried. The Cardamom Bun was a lovely bun, but it was a lot more sugar than cardamom, and I wasn't the biggest fan of their Pickled Veggie Pizza, which resembled more of a greasy flatbread. However, the ambience and the plethora of options means I'll definitely give their other stuff a try. Their Charred Tomato Soup and their vegan chickpea sandwich look especially appealing! read more

Leavened - Cardamom Bun - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Great spot for quick bites--sandwiches, salads, cookies, and hot bread. Try the free butter samples too! I had a pulled pork grilled cheese with bacon, and BBQ chips on the side. Delicious! read more

Leavened - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Really reliable fresh bakery and coffee shop!! You can tell everything is baked fresh. Such good bread! There's not a lot of seating inside though so can be tough to find a seat when busy. read more

Leavened - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Finally. I finally was able to stop in to Leavened and left with 2 hefty bags of delicious baked goods. I'm still in the process of trying everything, but surely didn't want to forget to write this review! I was greeted immediately and the gals at the counter were super friendly. Welcomed me in for my first visit. The space is lovely and I wish I had time to enjoy a treat there with a cup of tea. Most bakeries like this do not have done in space, I was quite impressed with this. They even had some detail items! I dug into my Cruffin as soon as I got back to my office. What is a Cruffin? It's shaped like a muffin Flaky like a croissant Tastes like heaven. Mine was filled with raspberry and there was maybe a hint of cinnamon in the filling? It was the perfect complement to the expertly crafted flaky layers. I tried to eat with two forks to keep my fingers clean, but that didn't work. So delicious The pizza roll was outstanding. Didn't need any marinara to dip, just pull apart and enjoy. Not too greasy, which is magical I had the cheddar scallion scone for breakfast the next morning. I was afraid it would dry out overnight, but it was tender and tasty. Great balance of flavors and the texture was excellent. I can't wait to go back. read more

Leavened - Raspberry Cruffin - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Visited from out of town and was so sad to have a bad experience here. We tried an apricot/ peach danish, raspberry pop tart, and the pizza roll. Ordered oat cappuccinos. Coffee and pastries were good BUT the workers weren't nice or friendly whatsoever. We asked for our pastries to be warmed up and they told us that they did not heat up their pastries. Sat there and ate our cold pastries while being disappointed with the experience. read more

While in town I was looking for some great Croissants and Pastries. I came across Leavened. We stopped in a little before closing. We were pleasantly surprised to find out we had stopped in during Happy Hour. A lot of the pastries we were ordering were $2.00. It was a wonderful thing since it allowed for us to try even more items. We had a bite or two of a few things and then went back for our favorites . To start with, we ordered a Cruffin, a Cinnamon Bun, and an Almond Croissant. They Almond Croissant, while flaky and buttery, was underwhelming. I expected, and hoped for more almond flavor as opposed to chopped almonds. Usually Almond Croissants are one of my favorites. This wasn't. It was good though So, I went and ordered the Coffee Cake Croissant. It had a much better filling with a nice cinnamon flavor but still didn't blow my mind. The Cinnamon Bun, had tons of Cinnamon flavor. However; it wasn't soft. Granted it was towards the end of the day maybe that was why. It was hard, dense and chewy. I took it home and warmed it up hoping that would help but really there wasn't much improvement. Not sure if this is normally how it is. The Cruffin....... Unfortunately, I can't have a lot of peach and that was the flavor. I did take a few bites and it was heavenly. The pastry was flaky and tender and the jam was amazing. I would eat these everyday if I could. The Croissants are buttery and flaky and the Cruffin will make me return. read more

Leavened - Peach Cruffin - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Awesome baked goods, friendly staff and warm vibe. The coffee options are great to. Highly recommend trying them out.

This place gets busy fast! On a Sunday morning, there seemed to be many regulars who come here just to buy a loaf of freshly made bread. This is what they are really known for as a bakery. Buy any loaf and they will slice it for you too. Anxiously waiting in a long line, I was thinking of what to order. If you can, try to go up to the front and take a photo of the baked items they offer and review it while you're in line. This will make you less frazzled leading up to the register when there is a long line behind you. After much debate, I settled on a 'pineapple strawberry hand pie with cardamom' for $5.50. This is a large pop tart looking pastry with the flakiness of a croissant. Let me just say this was outstanding! Big enough to share between two people and paired well with our hot drip coffee in the morning. Seating is spread out among a few small tables against wall booths, 1-2 large tables, and more casual high chairs against the windows facing outside. I did see one person working on a laptop, so they may have power plugs too. Seems like most were getting baked goods to go. They have free Wi-Fi and a restroom too. You will need to look for street parking. Generally, this can be found in the street behind the bakery. Hope to come back and try the popular Danish twist (made from the same flakey croissant dough) and cinammon rolls. read more

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Nice and cozy atmosphere. Welcoming and friendly service. The cheddar scone is the best savory scone I've tasted in a very long time. Smooth espresso in the cappuccino. I highly recommend! read more

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This place has a pretty small menu but a strong lineup of pastries and some fantastic looking loafs. A baguette connoisseur acquired a loaf and although it was good bread she claimed it didn't quite stack up to the ones in France (but she clearly has high standards). Enjoyed some coffee drinks and a hand pie before a hike and it was lovely. Would have been nice to have a few more breakfast sandwich options available but they clearly are more of a great pitstop for a coffee and a treat then full blown breakfast. read more

Leavened - Hand pie, Savory Scone, Bun - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Unfortunately I did not get a chance to eat the food here. What I did get was a no warning closed restaurant without updates to the website, Yelp, not the door when I approached. The phone had no message for the closure, and as a fellow entrepreneur having ran a restaurant myself this is extremely poor business practice. I understand the need for time off while family run or otherwise smaller in size business but this is poor business practices overall. It really looked good, and food from pictures and reviews really seemed great. read more

Quick place to stop in for coffee and pastries or bread. Quick service and good amount of seating options. However the biggest down side was both the pastries were cold and we felt that both would have been better if kept warm or served warm. read more

Leavened - Empanada and peach Cruffin - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Lovely bakery and coffee shop in the neighborhood. The interior design is clean with lots of natural lighting, a wonderful place to study or hang out. I tried three pastries: the double chocolate chip rye cookie was delicious, more like a brownie than a cookie. It was somewhat dry but I liked the bread-like texture. The chocolate chips were abundant and rich. The cinnamon roll was huge and pretty good. There's no cream cheese frosting. Orange citrus taste is a bit strong so this would be great if you're into that. Chocolate croissant was slightly disappointing as there was very little chocolate inside: two thin slivers. It was like a thin Hershey's bar inside an otherwise great croissant. The croissant was fluffy and light and buttery. read more

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A hidden gem bakery/cafe/study spot in Tremont! I was always delighted to try a new sweet or savory treat with each visit. The drink menu is simple and well-made; the mocha was delicious. The quality and rotating diversity of the baked goods is excellent! Highly recommend the cinnamon bun, the flaky fruity cruffin, and the savory scones (which are not dry!) The atmosphere itself is tranquil with working folks and outlets near most tables. On one day a soft instrumental lofi mix was playing; on another day it was a bit louder and pop-ish but overall would definitely study here all day! read more

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Don't be fooled - Leavened may look like the latest trendy cafe in Tremont, but it's actually an elaborately aesthetic front for dealing one of the most addictive substances known to man - carbs. Complete with floor to ceiling windows, trendy light fixtures and stylish seating options, how more tempting could it be? The luxury apartment Tappan building is a fitting backdrop for Leavened with its modern, vibrant energy. The design of the bakery itself is simple - a single high-ceiling room with an array of choice seating and ample natural lighting. Tables are appropriately socially distanced but sound reflects easily and you'll definitely hear every order that people are placing even when you're sitting at the furthest possible table. Their music is chill, but I recommend headphones if you need focus. The cushioned shelf-style bench offers some outlets if you plan on being here a while and yes, Wi-Fi is available. Coffee options are simple so as not to detract from the true star of the show. They only brew one medium roast, with espresso variations offered. There's a different daily soup and sandwich and just about every fifteen minutes you'll hear someone call in asking what the special is. There's a limited supply of sandos starting at 11 AM, and they are locked and LOADED with goodness. Now, can we talk bread? Made fresh, every day, with rotating creations? The perfectly oily Rosemary Foccacia slabs you can tear apart on the drive home? The shareable Epi chains made for dinner parties? The Hand Pies sized for bearpaws? Or the flaky Mobius swirls of the Danish Twists? I could go on - or you could just go in and taste for yourself. read more

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Gorgeous. Delicious. Must go again. Light floods this cafe. It's beautiful. I've been lucky to get a free baguette with a pastry purchase at the end of the week near closing time. The pastries here are fantastic. Not too sweet. Croissant was super flakey. The chocolate rye cookie was the best chocolate cookie I've had in a long long time. Parking is limited. read more

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Two words: pepperoni roll. Everything they make is so fresh and nasty. I prefer the baked goods to the coffee but they do a good job with that too. They have pizzas on Fridays and a few menu items for lunch like soups and sandwiches. It smells so good from all the fresh baking. Staff are always friendly when they greet you. There's about 6-8 tables. Nice spot to meet for coffee or do some work for a few hours. read more

Leavened - Pepperoni Roll - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Amazing baked goods. Better bread than Stone Oven. Best pastry outside NYC. Just go.

Yet another absolute gem of a place to add to my list on the West Side! I can't believe this bakery doesn't already have more hype (though it is a bit on the newer side) because it now probably ranks in my top 3 favorite CLE establishments. Their baked goods are unique and absolutely delicious! They offer a rotating selection of sweet and savory croissants, out of which I've tried the mushroom onion and blackberry lavender -- both well crafted but the savory one is definitely the standout. There's also a constantly changing selection of scones and hand pies with mouthwatering filling combos that are incredible as well. As someone who has always found scones dry and unappealing, I was actually blown away by the flaky soft texture of the cheddar scallion one and it only took one bite for me to declare myself a scone lover. But anyone who comes here simply must try their freshly baked focaccia - seriously amazing!! There are always a couple daily bread specials; I've had the caramelized gorgonzola and pimento cheese spinach focaccia, which were both to die for~ This is a place that I will be trekking over to Tremont to frequent as often as I can -- solid five stars!! read more

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It is the best bakery in the Cleveland The pastries are so good. Try to tell things not one thing bad. This place is definitely five stars read more

Best thing I've had here is the Pierogi hand pie! All of their hand pies have been very tasty and so big and filling!! I like that you can see the variety of pastries easily in their glass display. Take a look at their menu for daily specials like pizza focaccia etc! read more

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The quintessential neighborhood bakery! Cute ambiance and lovely clear display that lets you see all the day's offerings. Their sourdough is very reasonably priced and delicious (crackly crust, crumb is soft and airy with great chew). I also tried their lemon curd (house made!) breakfast pastry that was generously stuffed and perfect for sharing. Also certainly worth mentioning are the friendly stafd read more

Leavened - Lemon curd breakfast pastry (stuffed to the brim!) - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Ordered the cherry almond sourdough and was greatly disappointed to find there was hardly any cherries. Hopefully it was a fluke but with so many other, better bakeries in the area I will not be returning to find out. read more

Leavened - "Cherry and almond" sourdough - where? - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Wooooahhhh, these guys know their stuff. Seriously the bakery here is crazy. My cinnamon bun was jumbo, ooey gooey madness. The coffee is duck rabbit which is always phenomenal! The coffee options are limited and just the classics, but this is a bakery first and foremost. You can tell that they put so much care into each pastry, which is probably why it's so good! Cannot wait to come back! read more

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Found Leavened on Instagram and the more I saw their posts, the more I knew I had to check it out! Simple, bright, modern - I loved the ambiance of the bakery. As Leavened has posted many a times, their Italian on Focaccia sandwich, available at 11 am, has sold out day after day. There's no way it can't be good if it's a hot seller, so I had to try it myself! WOW it's pretty darn good!! The focaccia was unbelievably fresh and the meat and pickle spread on it was delish, it was the perfect combo. For $10, it was well worth the price! Definitely can be a sandwich for 2 to share. It was a bit dense and greasy, but it was well worth the calories. Happy to support another local establishment around time! Welcome home, Leavened! read more

What a great addition to the area! As someone living in the Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood, having easy access to a bakery such as this will be welcome as the winter wears on. Being a part of the mixed-use facility they are in should help with a base of nearby folks to help sustain them during these tough COVID-19 times. They have a great selection of coffees and artisan baked goods including fantastic croissants and life-changing focaccia bread. Honestly, the focaccia bread alone could be a meal, especially if used as the bread for a sandwich. I believe they may have some "standard" versions as well as some specials they have available. Outside the glassed-in walls are a set of small two-person tables for outdoor dining...take advantage of those while you can, given Cleveland's unpredictable weather. Prices are on par with other similar type shops, but my wife and I both thought the quality was top notch. Looking forward to our next return trip! read more

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Delicious. Had cinnamon roll was great. Also got loaf of sourdoughbread was perfect. read more

My sister and I are big fans of Fox in the Snow in Columbus. She had recently been to this place and wanted me to try it out on my next visit to CLE (I live in Arizona now). I had looked at their pics on Yelp and was salivating over the delectable pastries. I knew I had to try a chocolate croissant- one of my favorite treats! We went on a Thursday morning and it wasn't busy at all. My eyes were bigger than my stomach and I ended up getting multiple items: a chocolate croissant, a peaches & cream hand-pie and a scone. I also ordered a latte and my sister and I took a seat outside with my baby niece. It was a beautiful summer day! Although I appreciated having an array of treats to choose from, none of these were winners for me. The scone ( I believe it was some type of cheddar scallion) was a solid choice. But the chocolate croissant barely had any chocolate in it. And the same for the peaches and cream hand-pie. It could have used much more cream in it! All told, Leavened didn't really meet the high expectations I had for it. However, my sister and bro-in-law really seem to like this place, so I'll be sure to give it another shot next time I'm in town. read more

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This is a cute place located right under the tappan. It's usually pretty quiet so it's a good work environment. The coffee I've tried has been pretty standard, not bad and not exceptional. It is a bakery so it's baked items do stand out. The bread and pizza are both great and I especially like the coffee croissant read more

If you're a bread lover this is your bread heaven! A self proclaimed bread lover I loved their food! They have daily specials and today it was curry squash focaccia and tomato soup! We also ordered a blackberry peach jam cruffin and loved it so much we got a couple more to go! Apart from the stuffed bread variety like hand pies, croissants, cruffins and focaccia they had loaves and baguettes too! If I had to nitpick anything - I'd say I wish my focaccia was warm or if they had heated it a bit but overall love the food might be coming back for more! read more

Leavened - Curry squash foccaccia, Jam Cruffin filled with blackberry peach jam, Epis and Soup of the day - tomato - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Leavened offers an exceptional array of high quality breads and baked goods. Besides the breads, only the chocolate chip rye cookie is vegan (but this is a lovely combination that you should definitely try)! They offer oat milk alternatives for all of their coffees. The shop is perfect for studying or meeting friends and the staff is kind and clearly passionate about their shop. read more

Leavened - Double Chocolate Rye Cookie (vegan) - Bakeries Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio