4.5 Darn good bakery…read more Good enough to make a trip downtown for. Tried multiple things. No complaints.

First time visiting and I see it's somewhere you need to get up and go early for the best variety…read more It was nearly 11 am when I arrived and it was slim pickins' on what was left. Lemon Bar, Olive Oil Cake, Chocolate Croissant, Miso Blondie and Brownie were what was left and most of them it was only one left. I selected the brownie it was a peanut butter spread on top and was actually really good and large enough to share with multiple people. The staff was nice and moved quickly when making the ordering process seamless. The space for guest is not very big so you do have to either sit outside or take it with you, it's a decent amount of the outdoor seating and also a coffee shop next door. In future I would hope to be able to get there earlier so I can try more of their offerings.

Bandit Patisserie is serving up a slice of France right in the heart of downtown Birmingham. I love…read morethis bakery and the cozy vibe inside. My favorite pastry here is the almond croissant. It's soft and flakey and filled with almond filling. I enjoy their lattes, they are definitely not the sweetest so I'd recommend asking for extra syrup if you like yours sweet. They heat up your pastries and bring your food to you when it's ready. The perfect spot to study or catch up with a friend over drinks and a sweet treat!

Great food! Great service! You just have to get here earlier enough to have more of a selection to…read moretry.

What a charming bakery/coffee shop in a super cute almost European nook in town. If you're…read morevisiting, I definitely recommend taking a drive to this area. Progressive area - Seems to be... There wasn't line when we got there but the crowd usually follows us for some reason so by the time we left there was standing room only and a line out the door. The bakery items were very fresh and tasty. I loved the Swedish gingerbread cookies - light and crisp. The lemon bar was delicious. They also have sandwiches that liked really good. Coffee - I got a vanilla latte extra sweet (no lavender) and my daughter said it was one of the best. I thought it was pretty good. I would go again when back in Birmingham!

I often enjoy getting a pastry and a coffee here. I had a not so good experience last time but…read morewanted to try again. I was never greeted. More customers came in. The young girl making the coffee was loudly talking about someone who messed up their coffee order this morning and how frustrated she was. The only other employee was occupied with what seemed a large order of bread etc. When she finished what she was doing she looked at the now five customers, claustrophobically waiting, and said I'll be right back and disappeared. Leaving the one guy serving the one customer. It was 11:30 am on a rainy day. Figured I could do without a cream cheese croissant and coffee and left. Had already waited 5 as the only other person in there and did not want to wait another undetermined amount of time. I know one of the bakers. It's a shame the front has been so bad these last two times.

June is a great option for coffee! I love they usually have plenty of parking options. It was a…read morelittle crowded when I visited on a Wednesday am. I had a latte which was just what I wanted to pick me up. The menu is a little limited but they can provide anything you may ask for. Love the door decor and the outside space is perfect.

Very good coffee, nice place. People are helpful…read more I buy the beans all the time because the quality is great

Breadworks is one of those rare bakeries that feels both thoughtfully designed and deeply…read moreauthentic. The space itself is beautiful--clean, intentional, and unique--with visual nods to milling and baking traditions. You can see elements of the mill and wheat motifs in the background, which adds a quiet sense of craftsmanship and history without feeling staged. The pastries are exceptional. Their croissants are perfectly flaky and buttery, the sourdough is deeply flavorful, and the morning buns strike that ideal balance of richness and warmth. The baguette is crisp on the outside, tender inside--everything you want it to be. Every item feels carefully made, never rushed. What stands out most is the consistency and care. Breadworks manages to feel elevated yet welcoming--refined without being pretentious. It's clear they take pride in both their craft and their process, and it shows in every bite. A true standout in Birmingham and absolutely worth returning to.

Birmingham has some very nice bakeries now. A marked improvement over a decade ago. I rarely…read morefrequent these places because I am on a perpetual diet. However, I made an exception this last Saturday. I am so happy I did. They improved some of the breakfast choices. One in particular is the now have "REAL" bagels. Folks I know Bagels and this was the BEST bagel I have ever gotten in Birmingham. I could not believe it. I always liked Birmingham Breadworks but now, even more. Eat Well, Drink Well and Stay Healthy.

Irondale is a bit of a drive for me, but I have really been wanting to try the trending fruit…read morepastries that I've seen online. My two sons and I drove over to Sunshine's bakery this morning and I must admit-- it was worth the drive. We started out with three of the mango pastries and two ham and cheese croissants. The mango pastries were very good. The inside was kind of like a pudding/mousse and it did have real mangoes as well. My husband wasn't able to come with us so I picked up two more fruit pastries, another mango and the pear one. Even with it being a drive, I can see myself coming out here again. Oh, and the employees inside were very, very nice and hospitable. One of the employees, I believe may be the owner, came outside when we were eating and asked us how we liked everything and even asked for any feedback on how to make things better. You can't ask for better service than that!

Love this place! We went last year and decided to visit again. I tried the pear entremet and it was…read moreso good! The mousse was my favorite part. They have some many different options for everyone.

Oh my heavenly stars! The cake slices and cupcakes are divine! We all ordered something different…read moreso we could share and the light, fluffy texture and amazing flavors made us want to run back for more. The atmosphere and service were next level. I mean, next level! We are all foodies. We cater from scratch so we are super picky. Thank you for blowing us away and putting huge smiles on our faces. It was my birthday and we wanted to relax and we couldn't be happier that we celebrated with your delicious creations.

My coworker and I had an amazing time at K&J's! First off, the sweet pink café ambience is right on…read morepoint with the concept. I ordered a Double Cookie Sundae and two cupcakes for tomorrow. The sundae was fantastic! Warmed cookies, incredible ice cream, chocolate, drizzle, whipped cream, crunchy cookie pieces. Everything my little heart desired! As for the proverbial "cherry on top", I can't remember when I've had a better service. Everyone in there was so genuinely kind and friendly and seemed so happy to be there. It felt like coming into someone's family kitchen. I could not recommend K&J's enough.

I popped in to Pastry Art as I wanted to try their confections. They have the cutest little petit…read morefours in a variety of flavors. Customers may pick and choose their flavors of six, 12, 24 and so forth. The shop is small with a small parking lot available. This is great as the surrounding area is crowded on the weekends. The dessert was tasty but the staff were dry. They were so dry it was like they all had a long Friday night so it was a struggle to have to work on Saturday. I would have rated higher as the dessert was good but the experience not so much.

Took a box of various flavors to a love one in a memory facility. Asked for the flavors to be…read morewritten on the box top. It was a wonderful experience for everyone. They offered one to another patient and was surprised she accepted. They referred to the top and gave away their least favorite cake. Each one was moist, flavorful and delicious. I refused to let the sour demeanor of my server spoil my visit. There wasn't another customer I inconvenience when I asked them to list the flavors on the box. I even asked if they had labels? Only asked she write it when told no. Nonetheless, their products are wonderful and I will return!

Limited menu but nice to have a location downtown. I got and egg and cheese croissant. It was good,…read moreand the side salsa made it even better. They were mildly busy at lunch but quick. Order at front, get a number, find a seat.

I work in downtown Birmingham and this location in the Financial Center is one of our favorite…read moreplaces for lunch. My coworker and I ate here Thursday, 02/01/24 for lunch. Soon as you walk in, you see packaged desserts in both full cakes and slices. They had several King Cakes, so we immediately decided to split a slice. Decided that first before what we're actually eating. #priorities Last time I ate here, I got the Chicken Quesadilla and it was so good. But a couple of my coworkers got the Marilyn Monroe, a sandwich with "turkey, pepperoni, mozzarella & marinara sauce on cheddar bread". So I went with that this time, same as my coworker. Concept here is that you order at the counter, they give you a number to display on your table, then another server will bring your order. Service was fast. The sandwich looked a bit small at first, but it was stacked with turkey and pepperoni, so the portion size was actually just right. It comes with marinara sauce on the side for dipping, which is good, because it keeps the sandwich from being too messy, but it was a bit odd because it was cold, in combination with the warm sandwich. I kinda wish the sauce had been warmer. It comes with a bag of chips and your choice of another side, which I chose fruit. I don't care for melon, so I picked around that and ate the grapes out. Next time I might get another side. And finally... it was King Cake time. We had picked a cream cheese slice and it was SO good. Had a cinnamon taste mixed in, but to be fair, this was my first King Cake so I actually have no idea what to compare it to. This dessert made me so happy. Two things I need to figure out: why is this sandwich called the Marilyn Monroe and when can we eat here again.

Seriously the best cake I've ever had. Was a little hesitant because it was pricey and the person…read morein the goin eh ordered the cake with was new and sounded not confident in getting my order in, but it was great! I got a 5in gf chocolate and it was seriously so moist, crunch of chocolate chips inside the layers, thick ici bf layer which was my fav, and the crumble ontop was a great added touch! I would definitely want to come back here in the future! They also were able to make me a cake less than 24 hours prior which was great!

Parking is difficult but I saw a spot right out front an grabbed it. Very small store with one…read moretable and a few chairs. Got some samplers to try out, pricy but very tasty. Good flavors with the right amount of sweetness, not overpowering with sugar like most cakes in this style. Great place to get a cake for special events, but a little pricy for an everyday treat.