sparrow bakery in bend is operating at a level that doesn't fully make sense…read more this is S tier. not "good bakery" not "great local spot." this is top of the system everyone talks about the ocean roll and yeah... correct. cardamom, sugar, whatever else is happening in there--it works. you take a bite and immediately understand why people bring it up like it's a shared reference point but the real thing is everything else all the small moves. the way the line flows. the timing. how orders land. how people are acknowledged without slowing anything down. it's a bunch of tiny decisions stacked perfectly and no one even notices because it feels natural morning crowd is serious. you'll see deals happening. laptops open but not in an annoying way. people choosing this place on purpose and it's busy. consistently. like if you're trying to figure out if something is good just look at the door situation. it tells you everything honestly the only concern is the pricing feels too reasonable for what they're doing. like i almost want to step in and say guys you might be underestimating yourselves but maybe that's part of it elite spot. bend is lucky this exists

I love this bakery and always stop into one of their retail stores or pick up some goodies at any…read morelocal grocery store that carries their things. The Ocean Roll is a great "bun" and tastes like nothing else. I think it's the cardamom? I'll take it home and warm it back up in the oven for a delicious treat. They also make delicious breads, with my favorite being their long French baguette. If you're going into one of their shops, you'll appreciate the modern, clean interior and friendly, over-the-counter service. Truth...

We were seated promptly and greeted with smiles. The food…read morewas delicious... vegetarian and gluten free options to accommodate each of us. Super cute restaurant. We'll be back.

My husband and I went today for brunch and were seated outside, we ordered and were really looking…read moreforward to our meal. The coffees came out and the order was wrong- no big deal they fixed it. We waited about an hour and still hadn't gotten our food, my husband went inside to check and it turns out the order was never put into the kitchen! The restaurant wasn't even that busy so I'm not sure what happened. We paid for the coffees and left. Very disappointed.

Cafe des Chutes is a lovely spot with outdoor seating near several small stores and an artist…read morespace. The cafe itself is very small so plan to sit outside if you're dining in. We came here for a weekend lunch, ordered baguette sandwiches, coffees, and a hazelnut cookie. All were delicious and they had lots to choose from! We enjoyed walking around afterwards, as the area is perfect for a small outing and shopping. Lots of available free parking as well. We'll be back!

I heard from everyone to try an Ocean Roll from Sparrow, but I've had Scandinavian cardamon based…read moretreats before and I know I don't enjoy that flavor profile. I looked around for something similar, but less the cardamon and came across Cafe des Chutes. We visited at 9 am on a Sunday and it wasn't too crowded at all, with only a single person ahead. They have plenty of seating and I think most people decide to eat their treats in the cafe; we had to hit the trail though, so we got ours to go to eat while hiking. Mango Sticky Rice Honey Glazed Croissant ($6.25) - Woah, this is an exceptionally sticky pastry, so sticky it's actually a little cumbersome to eat since the glaze spreads on any surface it touches and becomes very difficult to remove. The glaze tastes just like fresh honey - in fact, I wouldn't be surprised if it were mostly honey. There's not much mango flavor until closer to the center, along with another flavor of something very fragrant almost flowery They sprinkle coconut flakes on top, giving a somewhat fruity flavor. The croissant itself is very good - great crust, nicely flaky and crisp with a great texture on the interior, chewy and airy. The lamination seems to be good based on a cursory inspection, but I didn't have a sharp bread knife on me for a clean cut as I usually do. The pastry is very sweet and the glaze covers up the flavor of the croissant entirely. (5/5) Oregon Roll ($6.25) - This base, on the other hand, is really buttery, combining the great lamination, crispy and flaky, with great flavor. There's a fantastic honeycomb texture on the inside combined with the perfect chewiness. They do add a marionberry swirl on the interior, which is pretty obviously included in terms of color, but can't really be tasted on top of the croissant butteriness. On top, they spread a spiced hazelnut glaze, sweet and nutty, almost like peanut butter in texture mixed with butter. Delicious pastry overall. (5/5) Savory Bread Pudding ($10) - This is a super dense and heavy (in weight) bread pudding baked in a muffin mold. They offer to heat it up and it's a really good idea to eat this warmed. We opted to get it cold since we weren't going to eat it for a couple of hours (for a picnic lunch) and it basically wasn't edible, with super dense, bitter and stale tasting bread, making it hard to even stick a fork into the top. We ended up waiting until we got to the hotel room to heat it up the next morning for breakfast, which made it much more palatable. There's some mushroom essence with tons of black pepper and a dense yet pleasingly chewy bread. Cheese is baked on top and there's a little vegetal bitterness from spinach. Not rating this since we ate it the next day. Overall I enjoyed my treats from Cafe des Chutes. I would visit again the next time I'm in Bend. Bathrooms - Tiny room near the front. The water heater takes up some of the space inside, so it's quite warm in the room

Nancy P's is one of those cute local spots that instantly pulls you in--you walk in and suddenly…read morewant everything on the menu. I went in planning to grab something simple and ended up having a hard time not ordering half the offerings. We picked up Cobb salads to take to a friend's house, and they did not disappoint. Fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned--exactly what you hope for when you're bringing something to share. You can tell there's real care put into the ingredients and preparation. Prices are comparable to other local spots, but the quality and charm definitely give it an edge. Nancy P's is the kind of place you find yourself thinking about later... and already planning your next visit.

Only docking a star because the people helping me were clearly not happy to be there. I get it,…read morecustomer service jobs can suck but the energy was just so low! My sandwich was amazing though (turkey pesto) and I also got a cookie which was also amazing. Pro tip: bring it to Millers Landing for the ultimate Bend picnic experience.

Thump Coffee is such a great find. It's a cute spot with a warm Northwest vibe and plenty of…read moreseating inside and out. The fire pit outside makes it even better on a cool morning. The bagels are incredible, easily the closest I've had to New York style. They're chewy with a great crumb and just the right texture. The bagel sandwiches are excellent and the croissants and other baked goods are all made in-house. If you order a hot sandwich, they give you a beeper so you don't have to wait by the counter which I really appreciate. The coffee is amazing. I ordered a plain drip, and it was perfectly balanced with deep flavor. You can tell they care about what they do. Highly recommend stopping here if you're in Bend.

Oat milk latte and a pistachio pastry, delish! Great view from the patio and a nice stop before a…read morehike.

This place is so cute. Little cafe and bulk refillery. They have a small but mighty menu that…read moreincludes vegan options, multiple drinks from coffee, tea, and other non alcoholic beverages. The place is spacious, nicely decorated inside and a lovely outdoor covered patio that is dog friendly. We ordered the powerhouse burritos and the vegan option with freshly brew coffee and everything tasted really good. The housemade salsas were also really good. (Cilantro jalapeño and a habanero option) The staff was friendly and attentive, the food was prepared quickly and everything looked great!

This place is awesome not only is it a cafe w/ delicious drinks ((they have food but the kitchen…read morewas closed when we got there :( we would love to try their food sometime in the future)) they are also a refillery w/ amazing products!! && the staff was so friendly & helpful w/ any questions we had!! highly recommend checking this place out!! they have indoor & outdoor seating if you wanted to enjoy a coffee or bite to eat

I got there 30 minutes before close so I thought everything would be fine…read more The person at the register had a really impatient vibe, like "hurry up and get your order in before we close" I asked for a sandwich without one ingredient I don't like. I got the ingredient I didn't like. The sandwich wasn't good enough to deal with those issues. There are so many good sandwich shops that I could go to where I don't have to deal with this kind of thing that I won't be back.

Service was great. But the goods were overbaked. All the…read moregoods I saw from the counter had brown color on the top and sides. This is a classic sign of overbaking. Plus, we tried the chocolate and cream cheese(?) on puff pastry dough, cinnamon pull aparts, bread sticks, hazelnut and ginger cookies and rosemary rolls. All had dryness around the edges. For reference, I worked the oven in a small bakery for seven years. Most small bakers are overly concerned about underbaking the center of their product. To compensate for thus fear they overbake. What they should be doing is turning the heat down and baking longer. Every oven is different. Experiment until you get it perfect and then do not vary. The top should be golden.

Can be busy but so good and worth it, one of my favorites. it's a very cozy breakfast spot vibe…read more They have the best eggs Benedic. Our waitress was so nice and just attentive enough without being annoying. 10/10

Cozy Brunch Spot offering unique Seasonal Mimosas & Cocktails. The indoor dining spaces have lots…read moreof windows and natural lighting and the stone fireplace gives McKay Cottage that cozy feel. We sat outside in the heated tent with our fur baby - they are dog- friendly. Food & Service are fantastic! Lives up to reputation for being best Brunch Spot in Bend. Hubby had classic Eggs Benedict that he said was very good. I started with a warm Chai and a Bobbin for Apples Mimosa which was magical. Having read the reviews I was prepared to order the stuffed croissant French toast. Last minute change of heart- I ordered the Gobbler, a roast turkey sandwich on a croissant with a flavor profile reminiscent of Thanksgiving. The sweetness of the fig jam played well with the poached pear, savory turkey and peppery arugula. Dessert will have to wait until our next visit. The pastry counter at the front of the restaurant displays cinnamon roles, scones, muffins and impressive cakes. There's even a marionberry and white chocolate bread pudding that would make a wonderful brunch choice.