You can't go wrong with Standard! I've had nothing here hasn't been outstanding! Do yourself a favor and try the brownie or cork! Chocolate lovers will swoon read more

Amazing cardamom bun! Wish we would have discovered this place earlier in our stay. Check out their special items on the weekend.

Standard Baking is a treasure, to be savored. Let's talk about their bread first. It is top notch and has a lot of variety. I personally love the sourdough and get it every time. The pastries are magical and taste as good as they look. I am a huge fan. The varieties are great too--you can have a different one each day of the week, and still not try them all at once. Service is outstanding and worth mentioning. It is so refreshing! read more

I've been here 4 or 5 times now, and am officially a Standard Baking convert! The bakery itself is very warehouse chic but quite small. There isn't seating inside, though there is a semi-covered terrace outside with picnic tables if the weather permits. Oftentimes, there will be a line out the door, but the folks that run this place are efficient and the line moves pretty quickly. I've tried a bunch of things from here -- the asiago cheese bread, chocolate cookie, lemon tart, brownie -- but the financier is what keeps me coming back. It is just SO good, chewy on the inside but crisp and caramelized on the edges, with a nutty, chocolate-y luxuriousness. When I brought my mom here during her visit, she loved the financier so much that we ended up coming back three times in three days to order more. Pro tip: if you know what you want to order, you can pre-order for next-day pick up on the website. This'll save you from having to stand in line: you can head straight to the pick-up tent and they'll bring it right out to you! read more

Standard Baking is hands down one of my favorite stops in the Old Port! Their baguettes are perfection! Crispy on the outside, airy and soft inside. And don't get me started on their personal-sized pizzas! Those are a dream, but fair warning... They sell out fast, so plan to get there early if you want to snag one. This bakery holds a special place in my heart. No trip to Maine feels complete without stopping here. When I'm far away, I find myself dreaming of their fresh, daily baked breads and the huge variety they offer. It's like a little slice of heaven baked fresh every day. Make sure you top it off with some Stonewall Kitchen wild Maine blueberry jam! The location is great, with easy parking nearby, which makes the trip even smoother. Just be ready for some lines during the day.It's a popular spot for good reason! The wait is always worth it though. Always nice people inside the tiny little space. If they ever opened a location on the West Coast, I'd be their first customer. Until then, I'll keep coming back every chance I get. Standard Baking is simply the best! read more

everything looked Ridiculously delicious. I wanted to get like seven items. I decided on getting a cookie to go with a latte. I got from a nearby coffee shop- and a blueberry oat scone for the morning at my Airbnb. The cookie was a chocolate rye cookie. Perfect bite! I am north of Portland right now and I am already planning stopping back there on my way home on Sunday. The bread everything looked amazing. I can't wait to go back and bring something home.! read more

Standard Baking - No Line! Great weekend to go! Not busy at all! 5/30/25 - Bakeries Near Me - Portland, Maine

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I got the morning bun from here which was super Duper good and I got a cup of coffee. Both were super Duper good there was a super long line on a Saturday morning! The place was very packed inside with a lot of different big goods as well. I highly recommend coming here.! read more

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Prob like the best chocolate chip cookie in Portland, if not Maine, if not all New England, if not all the East Coast, if not all the country, if not the Eastern hemisphere, if not the world. read more

Grabbed a bunch of stuff to go. They included the Madeline, tiger cake, croissant, carrot cake, Asiago fougasse, chocolate pecan financier, and the frangipane tart. I would say my favorites out of every thing I got were the chocolate pecan financier and the frangipane tart. The guy taking my order was a bit of a smart ass but whatever. I took everything to go and enjoyed them back at the hotel read more

Could not recommend this place more. Everything tasted so fresh and delicious. The line was long and moved slow, but it was worth it to me! read more

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Um, yes, it's worth waiting for. It smells divine inside, and there are at least 20 different things to buy once you get inside. Cookies, pastries, breads, seasonal offerings... my eyes couldn't settle down. It's overwhelmingly beautiful to look at, and the flavor, freshness, and texture bring it home. I bought an Asiago fougasse that was gorgeously colored, with cheese of just the right thickness: not so little as to burn, not so much as to be undercooked. It was crusty, seasoned, fluffy on the inside. Perfection. I went around 3p on Sunday and there was a lull in the line. As I was leaving, 12 people were marching up the street. read more

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This bakery is tucked away in an artisan building, which made it a bit tricky to find at first. They offer a wide variety of baked goodies--we tried the madeleines, financiers, and scones, and everything was good. Unfortunately, we missed out on the almond croissant since it's only baked on weekends. The vibe feels like a local favorite. read more

After living in Portland for almost 8 years I am sad to say I just tried Standard Baking this weekend for the first time. I went on a Saturday and there was a line, waited about 20 mins but it moved fast. I got an ice coffee and a morning bun. The pastry was great but I am not sure if I would stand in line for it again. They have all kinds of pastries and breads and everyone seemed to love it. They have no inside seating but a few outdoor seats. Overall it was good but not sure when I'll be back. read more

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Got the oatmeal raisin for a dessert after lunch at the East Ender . It really put the icing on the cake! Delicious! Stop by if you are in the area, many sweets to try! read more

Really nice bakery near old port. They opened on time and the line moved quickly. They have a really varied selection. Everything was moist and not too sweet. Fresh baked is always the best. I went two days in a row. read more

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Came heavily recommended and well worth a stop. We came at the end of a day and got a loaf of the challah which was great. We came back the next day for a butter croissant which was also really good. I preferred zu bakery's butter croissant but I would be more than happy with either on any given day. read more

Great pastries - the almond croissant, chocolate croissant, and blueberry scone were all amazing!! Not a lot of sitting space so more of a grab and go establishment but the food is worth it! read more

Loved everything we bought including multi grain loaf and pretzel shaped foccias of Asiago and seed. Part of Fore street rest business.

Best baguette in town , olive loaf was amazing . The folks working there love what they do. You may have to wait in line, but well worth it . I probably won't go to France anytime soon for a baguette but luckily this bakery is as close to the real thing. The place as a good feel to it... it's a bakery what's not to love . read more

Standard Baking - Bake goods selection - Bakeries Near Me - Portland, Maine

Ordered the french baguette and pistachio croissant that were both great. The french baguette had the perfect balance of a crispy crust that soft light and chewy interior. The pistachio croissant had a good taste but was a bit softer and not as flakey as I prefer. Staff was friendly and service was prompt on a Thursday morning around 8am. They are located in a convenient location with off street paid parking. Likely to return to try their other loaves of bread. read more

2 words: cardamom buns. Once again my vision personally attacked me and I almost didn't see the item I came for but there they were. I got one of those and 2 sticky buns for my travel companion. It was nearing St Patrick's Day so I also picked up an Irish Soda Bread for my mom. Things I loved: -There was a sign outside encouraging people to mask. We're still in a global health emergency so I appreciated that acknowledgment. The store also only allowed 2 parties in at a time. -Queer friendly. As attacks on queer/trans communities intensify folks have to be intentional about their dollars. Things that confused me: -They have a huge parking lot but it appeared to be staffed and possibly paid. There were signs about having your car ticketed and booted -yikes! No one was at the podium when we pulled in so I just hurried in and got my goods hoping for the best. -I asked for Irish soda bread to complete my order and the two people working the front first asked what it was and then said they didn't have it. Hard to believe at a bakery a week before St Patrick's Day. Thankfully another customer overheard and showed me where it was. The two working front said they had "never heard of Irish soda bread." Uhhhhh alright then. Anyways, I ate my cardamom bun in the car and it was so good I called to tell my husband back home about it. He said "did you get me one?" I said Oh. Yeah. Yup. Ahem. I scurried right back in and bought The. Last. One. Standard Baking. Saving marriages one day at a time. read more

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Cute little bakery located in the middle of downtown Portland. Tried the pain au chocolate and the cardamom bun. The pain au chocolate was one of the best I have had. Great lamination, perfectly crispy, and the perfect balance between the buttery pastry and sweet chocolate. The cardamom bun was very interesting and something I have never had before. Denser in texture, the aromatic cardamom taste was strong and delicious- almost making this pastry more savory with hints of sweetness. Overall, super great pastries and would definitely recommend. Tried a sample of their Cheddar Ale bread which was incredible and definitely tempting to get a whole loaf. Hot coffee is available but not really a "cafe" type place with many different coffee type options. Nice selection of teas. Quick service. read more

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Began a day in the Old Port at Standard Bakery. The ginger lime scone had a perfect texture and combination of flavors without being overly sweet. Morning bun with walnuts was sweet and sticky and amazing. Chocolate croissant was also a hit. Ended up going back at the end of our day to take a few things home for the next morning. read more

We loved this stop! We just stopped in on way through town! The rye chocolate cookie was OUTSTANDING!!!! Loved it so much! The baguettes and croissants were prefect! Good coffee! read more

We came here on a Saturday morning, and there was a pretty hefty line; probably a 15-20 minute wait. There's a ton of parking right outside the bakery, so no issue there. We started with a blueberry oatmeal scone. This was just ok; honestly quite dry, with little to no flavor, and overall just a bit hard to eat. Probably should have used some butter or some jam, but didn't think to. The chocolate pecan cookie was pretty decent. The cookie was just a bit too soft though, without any crispy edge, and also too sweet. The pecans didn't really shine through at all. The morning bun was good! Not too sweet, pretty moist. The almond sable was definitely my favorite. Didn't realize it was basically a shortbread cookie with a filling, and this was right up my alley. Not overly sweet, nice and crumbly, and overall super yummy. read more

Standard Baking - Blueberry Oatmeal Scone, Sea Salt Chocolate Pecan Cookie, Morning Bun with Walnuts, Sable - Bakeries Near Me - Portland, Maine

The food was great, would definitely recommend the focaccia! The lemon tart and morning bun were good as well but focaccia stole the show. read more

Standard Baking - Rosemary focaccia, lemon tart with blueberries, and morning bun. Focaccia was amazing!! - Bakeries Near Me - Portland, Maine

Although the pictured focaccia loaf here is from way back in 2020 during quarantine, I've been to Standard countless times since, despite their rather long lines. The wait is just that worth it. Their savory pastries and buckles, specifically, are worth the wait. Perfect for locals and tourists alike, Standard is a staple in the Portland community! read more

Standard Baking - Rosemary focaccia - Bakeries Near Me - Portland, Maine

Stopped by earlier today because I heard this place is well known in town, and it was really tasty! So many options, and it all looked delicious. The only downside is that we had a gluten free person in our group with celiac's and this bakery does not have anything gluten free without possible cross contamination, so they couldn't eat anything. Nevertheless, the rest of us ordered morning buns and they were great! Service was quick, too. Check it out if you're in the area! read more

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My favorite of all bakeries in the world. In 13 degree temps today am glad could walk in without a wait Wednesday morning. The chocolate orange croissant came out of the oven while I was there. They call it pull away bread. Almost didn't get it because of the muffin looking wrapper. Am so glad I got. It was delicious. Perfect texture and balance of flavors. read more

A MUST stop for anyone who loves baked goods! You will want one of everything and it is so hard to limit oneself with all the delicious looking and smelling bakery items. Great selection of just "regular" bread loaves, baguettes, and boules, and a wide variety of sweet and savory bakery items. Everything we got was unique and delicious! Wish we could have tried everything there! Their galette was perfect consistency, being both firm, but crumbly as it falls apart in your mouth (and very buttery!). Croissant is one of the best that I have tasted and fantastic warmed up. An olive bread (don't remember the exact name) had great flavor and lovely crumb and texture. Chocolate chip rye cookie was perfectly soft and not too too rich. One drawback is only two parties are allowed in at a time (so you might have to wait for a bit) and it is quite small and crowded inside. Looks like there used to be upstairs seating at one point that is no longer available. Do yourself a favor and make a stop! read more

Standard Baking - The good goods. - Bakeries Near Me - Portland, Maine

As on our previous visit, we loved this morning's offerings at Standard Baking, with their attentive and friendly service. There's a line, but it moves quite quickly. We opted for a luscious, velvety, dark chocolate brownie that delivered a whallop of chocolate flavor. We also loved the cranberry orange scone and the chocolate chip cookie. You can't miss here - everything is fresh and flavorful, as pastry as anything. I bet the bread is great too. read more

We were looking for a snack and this bakery was recommended to us and open. The interior smelled so good and everything looked so tasty. I got a cranberry orange scone and my husband got a croissant. Unfortunately, looks were a bit deceiving. The scone was tough - it seemed like the dough had been overworked. The flavor was there, but the texture wasn't. The croissant didn't have that flaky crust, and kind of reminded us of a store bought version. Maybe their loaves of bread ate better, but based on our experience and our long list of places to try, we didn't return to find out. read more

Beautiful and delicious pastries! I bookmarked this popular bakery when I was researching Portland. We stopped by in the early afternoon and missed the morning crowd. There was still a good selection of treats left. We chose the morning bun with walnuts and the blueberry oat scone. Delicious! The morning bun is crispy on the outside and softer on the inside with the perfect amount of sweetness. Love it with the nuts. Highly recommend this bakery!! read more

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Cute bread and pasty spot with limited outdoor seating (picnic tables). All the pastries and breads looked good. I settled on a blueberry oat scone which was absolutely delicious. I wish I'd purchased more than one thing there but I had already stopped at another bakery for breakfast before this. Reasonably priced. I'd definitely come here again and try other items. read more

Pricey though delicious baked goods. Good coffee. I have had mixed customer service here though with some staff that were problematic. Also, line can be insanely long. The best time to go is off season and a weekday! Ambiance is chaotic and I the place is too tiny for both customers and staff. I feel sorry for the staff working in such close quarters here. read more

Good little bakery. After finding extraordinary wait times at all local restaurants (late afternoon on a Sunday!?) we visited quite late in the day for a snack while we waited. So only bread was left, but no lines!! Employees seemed a bit tired and not really interested in making recommendations, must have been a crazy day. The mische bread (whole grain sourdough) is good, exactly how you would expect it to be. The rosemary focaccia was a bit hit, we dipped it in onion jam from the stonewall kitchen shop. Very nice little patio with grape vines. The pastries pics look fantastic, but based on the bread alone I would not wait in any kind of line for it. However it was just what we needed at that moment. read more

Some might argue that the selection is small- I disagree. The selection is perfect- both pastries and breads. I bought baguette as well as a bunch of treats and they did not last the day with my family. Definitely go here and get some of their hot coffee to go with what you order. read more

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We enjoyed the multiple various treats. The rye bread was a favorite. Looking forward to trying additional options when back in the area.

Everything here is amazing. My husband and I stopped by 3 times during our trip to Portland and ate some amazing baked goods. On our last morning there, we made sure to stop by and grab a box of goodies to take on our flight home. Some of our favorites include rosemary focaccia, croissant (i know this seems like a normal regular croissant, but it was so buttery and delicate - def a must get!), morning bun with walnuts (you would think of this as your standard somewhat dry type of cinnabun - but NO - this was so moist and delicious!), asiago fougasse (THIS IS A MUST GET - this was our absolute favorite), chocolate pecan financier - omg i don't know how they make this thing so jam packed with different textures, proscuitto and asiago croissant, and the frangipane tart (this is my husband's favorite thing). 10/10 would recommend! read more

So many items on the menu are very attractive. Three things we tried: croissants, almond croissant, and ham and cheese croissant were delicious. read more