This review is for the bread alone because I do not often try their pastries, sandwiches and other offerings. The bread itself is average to above average depending on the loaf of the day. But its consistently troubling issue is the large amount of flour caked on and baked on the outside of the loaves. They use an extreme amount of flour on the raw dough as a release from their baking baskets, and after the bake they just leave it all stuck to the loaf. When I bring a loaf home I often spend a few minutes smacking it and scraping it over the sink where I dislodge so much raw flour from the outside of the bread. Sometimes there's a rind of undercooked flour cemented to the outside of the loaf. This is wildly unacceptable. read more

It takes way too long to buy food. Over 45 minutes for 3 items sitting in the case to be bagged and handed to me.

Great little shop, the baked goods are good and the coffee is enjoyable, just a bit too small inside for comfortable seating, since they do a great business, it's always crowded, especially with takeout orders, try the cardamom bun! read more

Small oven was my savior during covid, I would order ahead and pick up outside the go to the bike path and eat it with a view. Still enjoy going there today read more

Just enjoyed a fabulous hunk of pastry at small oven. Cornmeal blueberry pound cake. Seasonal, bright with lemon and tart with fresh blueberries. It was a bit mind blowing really! Well done! read more

This is our new favorite place!! I am getting married in the area and reached out to Daisy at Small Oven about a wedding cake. They were so helpful and accommodating. When we went in for a tasting, we had lunch first. The Bbq pork sandwich was one the best sandwiches I've ever had. We also got a tuna melt and a quiche which were both delicious. When Daisy came out with the cupcakes for us to try they were so helpful and I felt so confident that they would make everything run smoothly for delivery and set up at my venue. The cupcakes were beyond any expectation. The lavender cake was delicious, better than any other floral cake I've ever had. My fiancé who is a frosting critic couldn't get enough. I've tried a few other bakeries in the area and this cake blew them away. We are going back tomorrow to pick up more pastries to bring home. While the place itself is small, the staff was incredibly welcoming and it was a very comfortable lunch. Thank you Small Oven!! read more

After reading the reviews, I had to stop here when we were nearby. I got their roasted squash sandwich with a cappuccino for lunch and a loaf of VT wheat for later. The folks that work there are very friendly and helpful. The sandwich was amazing! Messy to eat but a wonderful combination of flavors. The coffee was so good I ended up purchasing a pound of beans as a gift for my husband. If you are in the vicinity of this bakery, definitely check them out. read more

Small Oven - My lunch: Roasted squash sandwich and small cappuccino. The flavors are amazing. - Bakeries Near Me - Easthampton, Massachusetts

They do a lovely job with sandwiches and salads at lunchtime a friendly little bakery that makes great sandwiches and salads and has wonderful baked goods in the heart of these Easthampton mass read more

Delicious breakfast and great coffee. Had a breakfast sandwich on brioche and shared a plum scone that was so moist. Highly recommend.

We found this bakery after several restaurants in Northampton swore by their bread. It's unassuming from the front - it's located on what must have originally been a beautiful bustling street, a few doors down from a chain grocery store, and a few tables and chairs for outdoor eating. The interior is a well oiled machine - a place to order, and long tables to pick up your bagged orders. There's even a water station. The food is delicious - I will one day recover from the pickled jalapenos that somehow got on my egg sandwich because the rest of the ingredients were amazing. The roll was very crumbly, so prepare napkins. Place an order for one of their loaves of bread, because they will make a perfect accompaniment to your dinner or lunch during the week! read more

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This place is a true gem. When I hear "artisanal" and "local" buzzwords, I tend to be skeptical, but Small Oven delivered way above my expectations. Ham and Middlebury Blue Cheese Sandwich: Super delicious! I believe this was served on their own sourdough bread, and it made all the difference. The ham was fresh and plentiful, and the pickled onions added a really nice touch to the overall flavor. The blue cheese was really creamy/smooth and tasted high quality as well. This comes with potato salad or sweet greens (add ~$2 for greens). I had the potato salad which was tasty and had plenty of veggies, but I would add something to make it a little creamier (minor suggestion). Vegetarian Croissant: Really good as well. For just ~$3, we could not resist. The croissants here are some of the best we have had (ever?? perhaps); they are slightly crunchy and flaky on the outside, with a light and buttery inside, as you would typically want with a croissant. The cheese and kale were good additions. One suggestion would be to try spinach instead of kale, as spinach tends to provide more flavor. Ham and Cheese Croissant: Same croissant comments here. Very good addition for ~$3. Highly recommend adding either croissant to your meal. The ham and cheese went well with the croissant. Relative to the size of the croissant (pretty large), there could be a bit more cheese and ham (this goes for the vegetarian croissant as well), but otherwise no suggestions. Price: 5/5 Quality: 5/5 Quantity: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 3/5 read more

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Would give them 10 stars if I could. Really unique desserts. Very talented baristas who actually know how to make a latte. Very good and inclusive vibe. Vegetarian options. They are great read more

It was a fairly cold day and I decided we would have homemade soup for dinner. The first thing I thought of to go with a delicious homemade soup is a fantastic loaf of delicious bread. I stopped by small oven and picked up two loaves of fresh bread. I picked a cranberry walnut and a sourdough. Both were crusty and chewy with delicious flavor. Great with the soup. Also great toasted. The people there were very nice and helpful and I would highly recommend. read more

Small Oven - Cranberry walnut bread - Bakeries Near Me - Easthampton, Massachusetts

Love this place! Best bakery around! Love to buy there brioche rolls, crosaints honesty I have yet to try something I don't love!

I love this place. Each dish is delicious and creative. Their breakfast sandwich is amazing. Love their specialty lattes. I had their lavender cake for my bday and my friends all loved it. A true gem. Oh and their bread is everything bread should be and more! read more

I stumbled upon this place by happenstance and oh man- yes- it is SO GOOD! Thank goodness for Serendipity. This was the precious, delicious, unsuspecting cafe I have been looking for: 1) UnREAL baked goods. The chocolate croissant was still warm and delightfully flakey 2) My breakfast was simple, well seasoned, and very satisfying. The greens were lightly dressed and the eggs & tomatoes had the right amount of salt and pepper 3) the environment was very unpretentious and was quite calm and quiet despite there being at least 7 customers there (it's a small space) and an open kitchen/bakery. One baker was making buns and other some kind of fondunt. 4) Homemade ginger lemon iced tea Looking forward to coming back! read more

Small Oven - Simple Parisian breakfast. Not shown- already scoffed down chocolate croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Easthampton, Massachusetts

The Greater Northampton area is rich in bakeries and bookstores. One of the finest bakery-cafes is the Small Oven. While its footprint is small, its seasonal varieties reach out across many baking traditions. Unlike most bakeries that purchase pre-made croissant dough, Small Oven makes its own which gives it a fresh, crisp texture. Their sandwiches are epic, large in size and flavorful. My favorite is the ham and Berkshire Blue. Small Oven probably created the local demand for cardamon buns, which aren't really buns, but lovely, twisted strips of dough with the most fantastic flavor. read more

I love their baked goods whether at their shop or at the various cafes who rely on them. I just wish they stayed open later. Try the breakfast treat with cardamom . read more

Great food from the avocado toast to the coconut frosted chocolate cupcake!! Very friendly staff and chill place to hang

Love this spot. Excellent, personable staff serving exceptional baked goods with a smile. Love that it's a true neighborhood spot. Sourdough is stellar. Preserved lemon salad is a must! read more

I can't speak enough about them owning the breakfast sandwich game far and near, but they make amazing cakes as well!!! That cake was delicious and beautiful. Thank you for the quality in all that you do. read more

Small Oven - Chocolate cake w/ Chocolate ganache yum yum yum - Bakeries Near Me - Easthampton, Massachusetts

Hands down the best crusty bread and buttery flaky pastries in the Valley. I've been enjoying small oven for years now and have yet to try something and not like it. A wonderful gem of a local bakery. Truly fresh and magnificent pastries. If you go here and are struggling to decide what to get here are some of our favorites: almond croissant, ham and cheese croissant, their cinnamon roll things....I mean heck really you can't go wrong with anything here. I'm getting hungry writing this review.... read more

I love the pastries here at Small Oven. And the awesome counterhelp. Everyone is so nice, and knowledgeable. Ok, so let's break it down: The good: The people all seem awesome. The food is SO fresh. The beverages are decent quality. The Bad: It's a small location. Go early, or what you want is going to be out. It's kinda hella hipster. The case is oftentimes poorly labelled. The Middle: I'm not a HUGE fan of the texture of their quiche. It's VERY soft. (Which was great after I had teeth work done.) but if you (like me) prefer to have your eggstuffs sort of firm... Well, you won't find that here. That said, the flavors are really good. My kids have told me firmly that they're not fans of this place (Even tho they LOVE the sweet baked goods) My kids are a little picky and on the kid end of the spectrum, but not obnoxiously so. (They'll try just about anything. They may not like it, but I give them props for trying it.) They were decidedly not fans of the quiche. (Even the one with bacon in it, and they LOVE bacon.) I go there mostly for lovely baked goods. I haven't gotten a loaf of bread there yet, but it all looks delicious. read more

small oven did it again!! My son's beautiful lavender cake with citrus buttercream frosting space cake read more

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Amanda and the team are awesome. They serve some of the best pastries I'v had , and the Lux sandwich in the morning in definitely a winner. Love this place read more

I was having a rough morning and Small Oven's hearty, rich, SCRUMPTIOUS vegetarian borscht, along with it's crusty, squishy buttered whole grain tender buttered bread companion, literally renewed my faith in the world. The staff Got It when I shared my feelings. What a wonderful place--and hopefully place to work, too. read more

The best people work there. And the food is always changing and always amazing. The sticky buns are a mist if you're undecided. .

The croissants here are pure heaven! Best I've had outside of France. Coffee is really good too. We've loved all of the pastries we've tried here but make sure you come early because they do sell out quickly. read more

I ordered a cake for my 21st birthday and it was so much more delicious than I could've hoped. The mix of the lavender flavoring and the way the frosting just melted in your mouth was perfect. I will definitely be ordering again! read more

Small Oven - Lavender & Italian buttercream cake - Bakeries Near Me - Easthampton, Massachusetts

Some of the best muffins/sticky buns/cookies you will ever have! Recently bought a zucchini & currant muffin and a seasonal blueberry and corn cookie, and they were both the perfect balance of buttery, sweet, and salty. Both had nice crispy exteriors. The muffin was not *too* sweet. Also, great lunch sandwiches! A must try!! read more

This place is pretty solid. I normally just get their bread with the cheddar and parmesan rosemary being my personal faves. Ambiance/Staff: Place has several small tables with seating in the high teens. The staff was patient and willing to answer my any questions that I could think of. Food: I did stop in for lunch with the lady after a Mt Tom hike. We split the brisket sandwich. Very good flavors and the only thing I would do to improve this is actually tearing the cilantro leaves off of the stem. I don't need a solid 4" piece of stem on my sandwich... take the extra 30sec your patrons will appreciate it. The potato salad wasn't a knockout but certainly not a bad representation. I also got a plain latte that was decent. Overall: A pretty good place to grab breakfast or lunch made with real ingredients and fresh bread. If I was more local I would definitely haunt their establishment more often. If driving by swing in for a tasty meal or delicious loaf of bread. read more

God, this place is good. Their coffee is amazing, I always get a dirty chai and never have to add milk or sugar to it as it is perfectly strong and bitter yet just sweet enough. I've had the pain au levain, Grafton smoked cheddar, and rosemary parm sourdough breads, all amazing; their chocolate eclairs are great too. The star of the show is the breakfast sandwich (add bacon), served til 11:30, get there early enough to have it on a croissant before they run out as it truly makes a difference. Lunch sandwiches are good too; I'm partial to the prosciutto sandwich with gremolata. Staff is friendly and attentive. Always a pleasant experience! read more

Without disclosing too much about myself I am a member of a protected class and when I went in one of the owners said my partner could not be there.I felt extremely unwelcome. I did protests and was eventually served a brisket which was tasty. I felt terrible that I was not able to take full advantage of the experience. Also, until indoor dining reopens outdoor seating quite noisy next to Road. #boycott small oven! read more

This place is nuts! Like everything is awesome! I had this salad and a coffee and the salad was so simple but perfect in every way. I could eat the shit out of there stuff all week! read more

Excellent coffee. Beautiful, expertly done pastry. I brought an assortment of breakfast bakes to a family brunch party and everyone was blown away. Quality and craftsmanship!!! read more

Christmas eve morning with an avacado toast and a latte! The staff couldn't be friendlier or more pleasant to be around! It smells amazing in there and you just want to try everything they have fresh and yummy! Support our local business, Dunken doesn't need another penny! And trust me it's worth getting out of your car for! read more

Small Oven - Christmas eve with an avacado toast and a latte!! Yum yum - Bakeries Near Me - Easthampton, Massachusetts

Food is delicious, friendly wait staff. Deserts are to be experienced. Will go back for more!

Laughter and smiles goodness fills my belly and warms my heart. _________________________ Small Oven is quite possibly the friendliest cafe evah. read more

Small Oven - Bakeries Near Me - Easthampton, Massachusetts

Small Oven in Easthampton is the kind of place you hope to discover when you travel. It's small, probably seats about 20, very quaint with a really nice all natural food vibe. The menu is limited, consisting of healthy salads, a small selection of sandwiches, and a few breakfast items. This is the second time I've visited, and I was not disappointed. Last time I was here my friend had the chickpea and grapefruit open faced sandwich, and she raved about it. I ordered it this time, and it did not disappoint. The seemingly disjointed ingredients of grapefruit and chick pea blend so well on top of the crunchy fresh baguette making for a deliciously light and healthy sandwich which is served with a side of fresh greens. The salads all look pretty nice. One of my party had the quiche which unfortunately was burnt on the bottom and nothing really special. This is a cute place that is nice for a light lunch. read more

Small Oven - Grapefruit and Chickpea Salad. Open faced on baguette with cranberry, yogurt , feta and parsley. - Bakeries Near Me - Easthampton, Massachusetts

Nice food, chill place, great iced tea and sandwich. Just what you'd expect and want from a small Cafe! Sandwich was great and iced tea wasn't too sweet. read more