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    The Baking Grounds

    4.2 (205 reviews)
    InexpensiveBakeries, Custom Cakes
    Closed • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Chicken salad on fresh baked bread
    Debra S.

    I ordered a cake for my parents 60th wedding anniversary. They designed it just as I asked. They made Cattleya orchids for the top. This was the flower my mother had in her wedding bouquet. The vintage piping was beautifully done. My parents loved it. It was so good! I added the 60 and diamonds on the top for their 60th diamond anniversary.

    Monster cake. Wedding cake flavor.
    Kristy S.

    I think the business was sold recently. The bakery is NOTHING compared to what it was. The petit fours look like made a cake and cut into pieces. They were dry and we threw them out

    Slices of cinnamon roll French toast, warmed syrup, bacon, and fresh coffee.
    Sherry C.

    Be sure to stop by this gem of bakery in Buford, Georgia located just a few miles away from The Mall of Georgia. The place has been in business since 1958. While most people go there to get their cakes and cookies for special occasions, the breakfast and lunch offerings make this a worthwhile destination for anyone who is hungry. The prices are reasonable (about 11-13 for a plate). The portions are generous. (Other meals at my table took up several plates, I was looking for a smaller option). The food is excellent with professional touches that can make or break the experience. For example, the syrup was warm, the cinnamon roll was sliced for better syrup application before being battered, and can buy the mugs if you want one. The service is great. The cinnamon roll toast came with hash browns but I didn't want more starch on top of the rolls and syrup. The waitress rang me up a la carte so that the meal came out the same price but I skipped on the hash browns and got bacon instead. The place was quiet but busy with lot of groups of older men and a few mix gendered groups having breakfast at 8:30-9:30am on a Wednesday morning. Only one word of warning: this is a bakery, they don't stay open very late because they open early.

    Denise N.

    I get bakery things here all the time. EVERYTHING is always so delicious. And the inside atmosphere is soooooo cute and welcoming. The service is also very helpful and polite. The breakfast was on point! Simple, flavorful and not overwhelming or too filling. The bacon was Smokey and perfectly cooked.

    Tasted delicious and each tier was a different flavor (if you're into that).
    Deborah O.

    Malinda is such an accommodating & understanding owner and baker who truly brought our vision to life (we wanted an elegant and minimal wedding cake). Her cakes are absolutely delicious with a wide variety of options at fair prices. I didn't want to leave the bakery because I was amazed at all the beautifully made cakes and other pastries, it was like flower shopping but better lol. I highly recommend her to all future brides!

    Sausage, eggs, and hashbowns
    Kevin G.

    No surpise, the service remains good here. Same people working every time we come in to visit. She had the breakfast bowl, and I had the sausage, egg, and hashbrowns. Both very tasty meals. Parking was plentiful, not very busy on a Thursday at 9:45AM. Discounts for seniors over 62. On our way out, we picked up some bakery items for later today. They look awesome. We will be back.

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    Great breakfast, lunch, and treats! Always friendly faces behind the counter just adds to the great experience.

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    Very nice baked good section perfect for a snack and tea spot. The eclairs are chocolaty yuminess!

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    Cute place and service is great. but wow, is it ever overpriced. 2 sandwiches ended up being over $30. ugh!

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    I forgot to take a photo of the full order. Shame on me, because it looked like a pastry runway…read moreshow. I've also had PB bookmarked for quite sometime...so I blame my eagerness for the failed group runway photos. Lol I placed my order at 5 AM for an 8:15/8:30 AM pickup, and they still managed to pack everything like they were preparing it for royalty. Let mama break it down for you! Berry Tart: This tart walked in looking like it pays rent. Gorgeous, glossy, and so pretty I almost apologized before cutting into it. Clients loved it. My kids loved it. Strawberry Soft Cream Cake Slice: My 2‑year‑old (CEO of Strawberry Obsessed Galore) approved immediately. Every layer had actual thick strawberry pieces, not those sad little bits that makes you wonder if there were even strawberries in here or just mushed up pieces... Sweet, creamy, NOT overly weak and a total show‑off. We devoured it. Fruit Pastry & Raspberry Fruit Bite: Flaky pastry + custard + fruit = the holy trinity. These two didn't miss. They understood the assignment and executed flawlessly. Curry & Crab Croquette: I'm team CRAB croquette. It was loaded, crispy, and basically winked at me. My colleague, however, acted like the curry croquette was a spiritual experience. Pretty sure his eyes rolled to the back of his head..HAH. Both are winners! Pepperoni Pizzetta: My 4‑year‑old took one bite and immediately rejected Papa John's. That's the entire review. Case closed. Iced Sweet Green Tea: This one... was not it. It tasted like coffee that borrowed someone else's filter. We'll just leave it at that. Now, let's talk service: They open at 7 AM, and somehow had my entire order made, warmed, packed, organized, and ready in just over an hour..while other customers were inside, AND they helped me load everything into my car. My short notice didn't even make them blink.

    The energy at the Paris Baguette near the Mall of Georgia is absolutely unmatched! Since my…read moresorority sister moved to this incredible walkable community in Buford, I've been spending so much more time in the area and discovering this gem was the ultimate highlight. From the moment you walk in, the aroma of fresh-baked pastries wraps around you like a warm hug, instantly putting your mind at ease. The interior is stunning, bright, modern, and buzzing with the best energy. Even with a packed house of happy customers, the vibe remains sophisticated and welcoming. I spent my wait time snapping photos of the display cases because every single creation looked like a work of art! The staff members are the true stars here; they are incredibly kind, attentive, and eager to ensure every guest has a perfect experience. I couldn't leave without a massive haul. I picked up treats for the entire household and plenty of goodies to enjoy at home later. If you are anywhere near Buford or shopping at the Mall of Georgia, this is your sign to stop in. This wasn't just a bakery run; it was a full experience. I am already planning my next visit! #ashsaidit #parisbaguette #mallofgeorgia #bufordga #atlantafoodie #atleats #bakerylove #freshbaked #atlantablogger #gourmetpastry #shoppingday #visitbuford #pastryart #foodieadventure #communityvibes #breadlover #sweettooth #atlantaliving #weekendvibes

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    Zelle's Cottage showed up and showed out by creating some phenomenally delicious desserts for my…read morewife and I's special day! I have to be honest, desserts for our wedding was the last thing that we booked as we had a bit of decision paralysis, but our cake tasting meeting with Jennifer quickly set us at ease. She was so easy to work as she provided her knowledge and guidance while also ensuring our voice and our needs were heard and met. We were blown away by both the flavor and design of our custom cake, as it was far more perfect than anything we had imagined! Additionally, our guests devoured all of the cupcakes that Jennifer and her team brought over, and they were so excited to be able to share which of the three flavors they enjoyed the most! Spoiler Alert: It was incredibly hard for the majority of our guest to decide on just one because they were all wonderfully decadent and bursting with flavor! We will definitely be reaching out to her for any future needs our family and I may have, and recommend anyone and everyone to use the services of Zelle's Cottage as well!

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    Oh, Country Bake Shoppe, you got me!…read more Being a bakery owner myself, I'm always excited to visit other bakeries. I genuinely enjoy seeing what other bakers create, tasting their specialties, and supporting the talent and hard work that goes into a small bakery. I stopped by Country Bake Shoppe and picked up Whoopie pies, cupcakes, and a pecan bar. Pumpkin nut bread was NOT on my original list. Then I tasted the Whoopie pie. Y'ALL. It was so good that I had to go back and get something else! That's when the pumpkin nut bread came home with me too. When something is good enough to make another bakery owner turn around and go back for more, that says something! There was something so comforting about this little country bakery. Nothing pretentious--just beautiful, homemade baked goods that taste like they were made by people who truly care about what comes out of their kitchen. As the owner of Sugar Daddys Bakery, I spend so much of my life creating things for other people to enjoy. Every once in a while, it's wonderful to be on the other side of the counter and simply enjoy another baker's work. And Country Bake Shoppe, I ENJOYED YOURS! That Whoopie pie got me through the door, but it certainly won't be the last thing I try. From one bakery owner to another: well done. There is room for all of us to shine, and I will ALWAYS celebrate another baker who is putting love into what they do. You definitely have this baker's stamp of approval. And yes...I'm still thinking about that Whoopie pie.

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