I'm from NYC. I've been to Paris twice. I've tried hundreds of pain au chocolates (chocolate croissants). I'm very picky. These pain au chocolates from Ovenbird are the best I've ever had. They are preposterous!!! The layers- the FLAKE- the richness....UNREAL! Their scones were excellent too. EVERYTHING looked amazing and the owners/bakers/ and staff should all be VERY proud of themselves. I'd give 10,000 stars if possible! read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

You know it's the bakery for you when you can smell the fresh bread through your mask, am I right? If that's right up your alley, Ovenbird Bakery is the place to be! This establishment follows all safety measures: all staff are wearing masks, customers must wear masks to enter, customers are spaced out in line, and only one party is allowed inside the store at a time. Popped by Ovenbird on a weekend. It gets fairly crowded and lines are long earlier in the day, but not too bad in the afternoon or closer to closing (4 PM). However, there is plenty of street parking available at all times! There are so many options here and I highly recommend perusing the menu ahead of time. You can also place your order online. I purchased a vanilla oat milk latte (always pleased to see milk alternatives at bakeries!). They use Oatly barista here, so I already knew it'd be a good one! Note that their loaves of bread tend to sell out closer to the end of the day. They have sourdough, wheat, baguettes, and more, all fresh and delicious! Their bagel offerings looked scrumptious and I wish I had gotten one, but that's some fun I'll save for next time! read more

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This is a very cute bakery in little Italy! The sourdough bread I tried had a great bite and stayed fresh on my counter for a week! The spicy fennel was a unique but very strong flavor which I had on a sausage egg and cheese sandwich. It was very good! My almond croissant was a bit flat and dense so that missed the mark a little but was still flavorful. The scone was very moist. It's a must if you're near Little Italy! read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Spicy fennel bagel, lemon blueberry scone, almond croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Would recommend!! Employees were friendly and more than happy to explain, to a first time guest, what treats were available. I indulged in a few things and brought some cookies home to my family. Everything was tasty and I could taste the passion and dedication. I hope to visit again. read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Divine! - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Right in the heart of Little Italy, this newcomer to the world of bakeries in Baltimore has a clear star of the show--its impressive selection of artisan breads! Sourdough, rye, focaccia, it was a test of willpower not to try them all. The bakery also boasts an array of sweet treats (featuring seasonal ingredients of course)! The vegan chai cookie seems like a sidekick to the other desserts, but she deserves her own sequel!! The staff were extremely friendly and welcomed the questions we had about their menu and breads. Next time I need a fresh loaf or a sweet bite while walking around the harbor, I know where to go!! read more

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I really enjoyed the items that I got on my first visit- a gingerbread cookie, breakfast sandwich, fruit danish. Service was fine, staff was friendly. read more

Their Everything bagel is something special. I keep trying the everything bagels from other places that are near me and nothing comes close. They have fennel and a touch of spice that makes all the difference. These are the only bagels that I just eat with a touch of butter and nothing else. Fantastic and worth every penny and worth the tip into Baltimore to pick them up. Also love those pistachio white chocolate toffee cookies, just delicious. read more

The bread here is great. We've had their fresh bread before so today we wanted to try their prepared menu. The turkey havarti was great, delicious sandwich. The caprese panini had really fresh tomatoes and basil. The spinach and cheese quiche was tasty also. All great! Went back on a Saturday morning and it was very busy. Got the breakfast sandwiches on everything bagels and it definitely did not disappoint, super tasty bagel, perfectly cooked sausage, and light egg. We got the focaccia loaf that was so fluffy. read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich on an everything bagel - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I'm absolutely obsessed with Ovenbird. A relatively new business, Ovenbird filled the need for bread bakery in Baltimore. Its a small shop but they have a variety of bread (baguettes, loaves, bagels) and desserts (everything from pie slices and cookies to pastries). I've also had their quiche which I recommend. They also have a really awesome rewards program. They are always friendly and I havent had a bad experience yet. You dont have to deal with crowds unless you go in the morning on weekends. read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Blueberry scone - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Cute little bakery with quick service. However, I ordered a matcha and there was absolutely NO flavor. Also they did not allow me to switch the cream cheese on my lox and they don't put red onion on it! They wouldn't warm my friends croissant either. Great potential, poor execution. read more

Ovenbird has become my go to breakfast & lunch spot. I t's open 8-4; closed M & T. This very new Little Italy bakery has many fans, and it's worth a few minutes in line to get inside the tiny goody-filled shop. If you arrive at opening time, you'll see the breads still coming out of the ovens. The wide variety of gorgeous breads makes choosing difficult, but get a scone of any kind as they go fast. The berry lemonade is house made and so popular that it's sometimes gone by mid afternoon. It is worth trying it with a shot of ouzo, something "dangerously delicious." It's great without the ouzo but the combination is surprisingly good. The orders are taken and filled at lightening speed, and on the sidewalk, there are clean, brightly colored tables/chairs for four. There are breakfast and lunch items and the variety of traditional and special bagels is glorious! . https://www.baltimoresun.com/food-drink/bs-fo-ovenbird-bakery-highlandtown-20210622-bokwujolxrguxp3ad6fjtpsfoe-story.html?outputType=amp read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I went to Ovenbird for the first time yesterday. As I was walking closer to the bakery with my mask on, I was overcome with the scent of freshly baked breads and pastries. It was delectable. They are currently only letting one party in at a time due to COVID, and there was a short line of eager customers waiting to get their bread-y fix. It was well worth the wait. The baguette I got was perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. It smelled and tasted fresh and homemade. Perfection. The staff were kind, helpful, and patient as we tried to figure out which of their foods would be safe for my many allergies. They were already sold out of everything else that was safe for me, but I already told my husband that we're coming back and I'm trying one of everything I can have! The prices were reasonable, and I love how fresh everything was. I can't wait to return! read more

Ah-maze -Ing bakery ! Cutest little street :) get the toffee cookie and u will thank me later !

Just left this unorganized bakery, for as much staff as they have, they have the worst service, I ended up making them refund my order, they were scattered and nobody was doing anything, I definitely Do not recommend going here read more

Funny how this bakery has managed to be right under my nose and I've only just recently managed to visit.  It's probably for the betterment of my health that I haven't found this bakery earlier.  :-)  Upon entering, everything looked delectable in the showcase.  After a quick conversation with the counter staff, I settled on the French Baguette that did not disappoint at all.  As iconic as the Eiffel Tower,  it is such an important stable to French culture and brought me nostalgia to the times eating bread every day in Paris. The French Baguette: FRESH! FRESH! FRESH! The textures are unmatched. The Crust was CRUNCHY and the center was aerated and elastic when pressed between my fingers. It is best enjoyed the day it is bought, otherwise, you might have a tough time when it loses its moisture. Also, do yourself a favor and use a proper bread knife for satisfactory auditory ASMR. There is sometimes a line in the morning so please provide yourself some ample time as space only allows for one customer at a time so save yourself some time by ordering online (weekends only). Do away with commercial bread and show here! read more

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Very excited to try this new, local neighborhood bakery. We placed an order via their website, walked up to the door, picked it up, and started eating the bread on our way home. Smelled great as we approached the bakery. Bread was fresh out of the oven. We ordered a sourdough loaf, challah loaf, and brioche buns. Came home, put some butter on top and tried all three with the morning coffee. Really delicious bread! The brioche is so delicate, it almost melts in your mouth. Great buttery, slightly sweet taste! The sourdough has a nice crispy crust and a great taste. The challah is subtly chewier than ones I have had in the past, but we thought it was great and hope the recipe stays the same. So glad to have a local bakery! read more

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Get the lemon blueberry scone!! It's life changing!! The large soft blueberries melt in your melt with the crispy lemon flavor topped with a lemon glaze!! So happy this place is here!! read more

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I lost my mind in this place - the Chirp Cookies, Earl Gray cake, and croissants are excellent, and if I'm within 3 hours of this place, I'll make a side trip. Delicious. I pray they don't ship to other states. read more

Everything I've ever tried here is excellent. Croissants, salmon bagel all the cakes etc. Coffee is good too. Just wish they had a place to sit read more

So lucky to have this amazing place in my neighborhood. So authentic and old school. We've enjoyed the rye bread, baguettes, bagels and croissants. The blueberry Lemon scone is amazing perfect balance of blueberry, Hint of lemon and the perfect consistency. The Chocolate chip cookie is the bomb melty milk chocolate gooey and delicious! Finally, nothing compliments a Sunday morning family brunch more than fresh buttery and flaky croissants. So many more items on the menu to try! Thanks for coming to our neighborhood. Even when I'm not hungry the smell of this bakery puts a smile on my face! read more

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The bakery I've been waiting to open in Baltimore. Excellent neighborhood bakery with very fair prices. You can easily miss them if you're not looking carefully. Should be on everyone's itinerary when visiting the inner harbor/ fells point area. read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Focaccia Turkey Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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I loveeee this place, everything is so good especially the chocolate croissants and the bagels ! read more

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Ovenbird serving Baltimore with delicious baked treats, A perfect cozy shop to stop by for some quick eats, Walk into the store to the smell of freshly baked bread, Walk out the store with armful of food to get you fed, Satisfy your hunger with the Turkey Havarti, A sandwich packing each bite with a flavor party, Fresh greens, tender turkey & paprika garlic aioli, Toasted between sourdough = a sandwich so holy. Smashed meatball sandwich smashing expectations, Tender meat, stretchy mozzarella with tomato sauce, Solid Americano coffee packed with caffeination, Must try their chocolate chip cookie, truly a sweet tooth BOSS! Come out and try Ovenbird bakery! read more

THE best bakery in the city! Every single thing is delicious! I mean everything! That is all. read more

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SO DISAPPOINTED!!! My daughter's friends raved about this place, and we waited for a special occasion to try it (delivered by GrubHub). We could not order the breakfast sandwich--problem with the website? We could not specify the kind of single bagel we wanted. Despite these problems, we believed the hype. I got lox and cream cheese on an everything bagel, with a "handpie" for dessert. She got turkey and havarti and a single bagel, as well as a baguette. EVERYTHING WAS BURNT! We are not picky eaters, and our enthusiasm was high, but we ended up throwing away the entire VERY EXPENSIVE order. The photo does not show how burnt and dry the food actually was. Because of the price, I kept trying to eat my lox order, but it was so salty that my mouth turned into the Sahara and I--truthfully!--could not muster up the saliva to chew and gulp down the food. Maybe it was a one-time problem. Maybe the person in charge of toasting got distracted and didn't notice that the food was ruined. Maybe the expectation was that, with so many favorable reviews, one "We-will-never-insult-our-mouths-and-stomachs-by-eating-here-again" would make no difference. We don't know the reason, and certainly the best of places do have off days and, sometimes, heedless employees. What we do know is that we cannot, in good conscience, recommend Oven Bird to anyone after our costly, very unpleasant experience. In fact, we feel that we need to warn others not to get their hopes up too high. Sigh. What went wrong, Oven Bird? We adore good baked goods and were eager to try yours, since they were so highly recommended. Sorry that we cannot offer a good review, but we ended up having to throw $61 worth of food (I didn't list all that was delivered, but none of it was edible) in the trash. We hate wasting food and hate wasting money, but ended up doing both. read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Single bagel, Salmon and capers on a bagel and ham, brie, fig on baguette - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

One of the BEST almond croissants in the city. They have seasonal drinks and my favorite is the gingerbread! read more

This is how friends love each other - by sharing intel on the hottest bakery that opens in town. So shout out to Julia G. With my hands on my heart, I express my gratitude. My hubby and I've come here two weekends in a row. We've tried the morning glory muffin (grainy and not too sweet like it should be), breakfast sando on English muffin (pretty good), the.amazing quiche w gruyere, the almond and chocolate croissants (almond is bigger and better balance of flavors and legit), overnight rye bread and simple cream cheese on eth bagel. That everything bagel - I'm from NYC, and it took my husband to help me realize that I'm a bagel snob. While that fills up life outside of NYC w many disappointing trips just to try a bagel shop, that also means that coming across a proper bagel lights you up like no other while everybody else is just munching along. That happened to me today. See my photo of the bagel - you can just tell from the profile view of the texture that it'll be crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. It's not beyond amazing per se, and has ways to be improved (slightly more dense and bigger, no air bubbles on the skin, too burnt on the bottom) but it's what a classic bagel should be. And I'll take that from a Bmore bagel. Two notes - go early on weekends. They didn't have croissants last time when we went past 9am, and there was a ~10-min wait to place an order. Their hot food order takes a while, and they messed up our order and seemed to never find the owner to an avocado toast the busy Sun morning we were there. read more

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happened to find this local bakery on my way to the bank in East Harbor during the lunch. It is corner bakery store, seems like baking daily. Honestly I would love to try every breads there. I am sure I will go back. I had avocado toast with salmon ($12). It may be little pricy but considering avocado and smoke salmon, I think decent price in this area. And I got really really full after eating this within 5min... It was toasted perfectly, crunchy but not too crunchy. I was not sure what kind of bread they were using, I should have asked.. It may be little salty side for some folks, but I love smoked salmon and salty food, so it was perfect for me. There are a couple of outdoor seating with small table. Nice day like today, it would be nice sitting outside and have a couple of coffee and lunch. They open at 8am. I will defiantly try to stop by and grab coffee and breakfast on my way to work. Parking may be tricky since it is in Little Italy residential area but it would be nice walk even if you walk a couple of blocks. I am looking forward to trying different sandwiches and bread! read more

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Fresh, good food and coffee! Housemade chips included with the sandwiches would be great Overall, nice neighborhood gem. Great if you can walk there. Otherwise, parking is difficult but worth circling the block a few times. read more

Was so excited to try Ovenbird and it did not fail to live up to expectations. The line was set up outside with social distancing and the bakery register and display window was open to one party at a time. The menu was written on a board and there were so many things that I wanted to try so I'll need to go back. The baguette was deliciously rustic well baked. I'll definitely be back for the scones and croissants! read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Some of the available baked goods. Look delicious! - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Always yummy and the staff rocks! Only warning is they tend to sell out early, and there can be long lines. There's a reason for this, they're amazing! I really enjoy the blueberry lemon scones, but honestly, I'm not sure if I've had a "miss" here. Coffee is also amazing. I *really* enjoy their espresso. Closed on Mon/Tues, 8am-4pm other days read more

I go to ovenbird weekly. Their beads and baked goods are outstanding. The breads are rustic and full bodied. They have an assortment of sourdough. Wile I try to eat them quickly, they do last. After a couple of days in a PAPER bag they just need refreshing in a toaster oven. If you keep them in the plastic bag they usually put the breads, the crust loses its crunch. The focaccia is superb but only stays fresh overnight at most. But even stale, just heat it in the oven and pour tomato or pasta sauce over it. Their baked goods are uniformly outstanding quality. Their quiches are delicious, my favorite being the mushroom over the spinach. Cookies are dense and rich. The mosaic cake is crazy good and one slice is enough to put 2 people in a stupor. Not all is perfection but that is mostly my taste. The rye is too heavy and the scones, while yummy, are not very scone like. I was not a fan of the meatballs. They pull a mean cappuccino. And their bagel and lox sandwich is great. Super nice folk too! read more

Nice quaint bake shop. Excellent service and fantastic homemade food. Small tables out front for waiting or dining. Raspberry cheesecake danish 10 stars. read more

Love love this bakery so much. Staff is always so friendly and welcoming, and super helpful with what I should pick out. They make my day every time :) read more

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My friend and I stopped by Ovenbird today, and we got the French baguette, bread pudding, and iced matcha latte. All were good. They offer so many fresh baked bread and pastry options. The service here is super friendly and fast! There's plenty of street parking here as well. I will be back for sure! read more

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Wholesome goodness. I started getting my sourdough bread from here instead of buying it at the grocery store and let me tell you, the difference in taste, is unbelievable. Buying and supporting local, small businesses (bakeries) is the absolute way to go. Also, I'm OBSESSED with their drink called the Staycation. It's an espresso tonic mixture and I would've never thought that I'd like something like this but it's so refreshing and crisp and delicious. Thank you so much Ovenbird for serving us great quality service and food/beverages! read more

The lines are long but the food is worth it. One time the line was longer than usual so they came out and offered cookie samples to thank people for waiting. The lemon blueberry scone is fantastic and I love their bagel breakfast sandwiches with bacon. A must visit! read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Bacon egg and cheese on everything bagel - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Friendly staff and great selection of baked goods! I randomly cam across the shop and ended up getting the rosemary focaccia (it was bigger than my head), cinnamon buns, baklava, and a coffee. The staff member even let me try a sample of their amazing blueberry scones! Everything was delicious! Edit: I went back the following week to try the challah! So good! read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I came here yesterday and got a morning glory muffin and an oatmeal chocolate craisin chirp cookie. The morning glory muffin was good but not as flavorful as I thought it would be. The cookie however was excellent. The staff was super nice and the inside was cute and you are able to watch everything being made. I would definitely come back to this bakery. read more

Ovenbird Bakery - Morning glory muffin - Bakeries Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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A wonderful and delicious bakery that is a must-stop spot. Not the biggest selection but when everything is a home run, you don't have to have one. read more