SO delicious! Last time I visited, my friend and I split one savory and one sweet pastry. The garlic parmesan was delicious, but my favorite was the earl grey orange blossom pastry. The sugar it was rolled in was even infused with early grey flavor! The interior is on the smaller side, but there is seating and Ludlow Square is only a short walk away. Make sure you come early, because pastries do sell out throughout the day! read more

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They have quickly become one of Cincinnati's most talked‑about bakeries, and for good reason. Their classic croissant is everything you want it to be, flaky, sweet, buttery, and beautifully layered. The pecan roll is another standout. It is loaded with pecans, sticky in the best way, and easily one of the best in the city. When they're on, they're really on. One thing I noticed was that the setup could use a little refinement. With both coffee and bakery items coming from the same counter, the line gets congested fast and the shop is quite small. A separate line for coffee and tea offerings - they have a bunch - and pastries would make the experience smoother and match the quality of what they're serving. They do offer vegan options, which I personally have no interest in, but just an fyi. Overall, they deliver excellent pastries and has the potential to be even better with a few small tweaks to the flow and menu variety. Still absolutely worth a visit, especially for that croissant and pecan roll. read more

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Incredible! After a rainy but successful trip to the season's last Hyde Park farmer market, we decided to check out one of the bakeries on my "want to try" list: Two Seven Two, in Clifton. I'm so glad we did! It was amazing. The shop is quite small and bustling on a Sunday morning. The baked goods are displayed mouthwateringly behind glass, nicely labeled. I do not think it would be possible to leave with just one item -- so many delicious-looking sweet and savory options, and so well crafted. We choose a pecan sticky bun (the last one in the case - ha! Sorry, people behind us, you didn't get to experience that caramelly flavor with the salt flake zings!), a s'mores morning bun (the delicate chocolate filling didn't over power and the whipped creamy topping were perfect) an apricot shortbread cookie (literally melts in your mouth!), and a kimchi danish (not me - my daughter picked that one and loved it). They were all superb, worth having a conversation about! We also had drinks - iced vanilla latte and a seasonal apple cider with cold foam -- also very tasty. There were a couple of tables inside, a couple outside. It's a popular place so consider yourself lucky if you snag a spot. We took ours to go, walking past a line of folks waiting their turn to drool at the glass. We ordered inside, got our pastries boxed up, then went outside to wait for our drinks to be delivered by the barista through a handy sidewalk-facing window. Street parking available and a lot nearby but I'm not sure if it's a public lot. We parked on the street right out front. read more

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Our favorite bakery to enjoy delicious and well made pastries. Croissant are authentic and the staff is super friendly plus the atmosphere is quaint and welcoming. read more

Love love love this place!!!! Everything I have tried has been so delicious!!! One of favorite places to get a croissant. Flaky on the outside and so soft on the inside. I tried a blueberry ginger scone today and that was so good! I have never had a bad experience with anything I had ate from here! My daughter loves their coffee. She said it's her favorite! read more

One of my joys while on vacation is to visit local bakeries and try a variety of baked goods. The Cincinnati zoo is close by and they allow outside food and drinks. As such, we stopped by on a Thursday morning to pick up a few pastries for our zoo visit. We went with the basics, croissant and pain au chocolate. Both items were fresh, buttery, and flakey. We inhaled them. There were a few other notable items that I would love to return and try: peach jam and fig leaf pastry cream bun and burnt honey Swiss with peach jam shortbread. read more

Two Seven Two, located near UC's campus in the Historic Clifton Gaslight District, is serving up delicious pastries and coffee! If you're looking for that perfect cute café vibe with equally yummy treats, this is the spot for you. They're part of the Brown Bear Bakery lineup, offering all your favorite baked goods and coffee creations. Highly recommend checking them out if you're looking for a new café to try! read more

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I enjoy brown bear bakery and looked forward to trying their sister shop two seven two. The have coffee and lattes avaliable. I opted for just pastries this visit. There is street parking out front and a few tables and chairs inside to dine in. I took my pastries to go. I enjoyed the earl grey bun, cardamom bun and savory scone. I loved the savory scone as this often isn't an option at bakeries, it was a corn cheddar and jalapeño and I hope they keep this as a regular menu item! read more

Two Seven Two - Earl grey, savory scone, cardamom scone - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Such a cute little gem in the heart of Clifton. I arrived a little too late to try the pastries, which is unfortunate because they have a partnership with Brown Bear arguably one of the best pastry places in the city. Tried the espresso lemonade which was unexpected, but definitely good enough to give it a go in the future. read more

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I LOVE the sticky bun with pecans here. The caramel they use in it is super good. I always pray they'll still have some available whenever I go visit lolol read more

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We can't miss our weekly sourdough boule loaves! Such a fun spot. Always fresh. Get there early so they're not sold out.

Wow! My fiancée and I are vegan foodie travelers and have been from East to West Coast looking for the best vegan pastries-- little did we know they were right here in our own backyard. Incredible! The flavors were unique and excellent but the texture? Out of this world! The service and vibes were great and the staff puts their soul into everything they do, and it shows. Try their maple oatmilk cortado too! You won't be disappointed. read more

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How happy was I to be off work early to finally grab some sweets. They were almost sold out but I got Blackberry Matcha bun and Peach Almond muffin. I ate the muffin before I got to Cincinnati State. I saved the bun for the next day. I wanted it to not be good, not great to save me some calories. No luck, it was delicious! They had a good little crowd for 11 am on a week day. They were super friendly and great with recommendations. Next time I'll be early to see the full display. read more

Excellent coffee, amazing pastries, sweet welcoming environment. Clifton has always featured a bakery on Ludlow. We miss Virginia Bakery, and welcome Two Seven Two! read more

I live about a five minute walk from here... it's a fight to not go every day. Their desserts are unique and delicious, and the lattes always come out perfect. (My favorite is the iced mocha latte.) The pastries tend to run out around noon, and there is very limited seating, but I still consider 272 one of my favorite places. read more

I've tried this place out a few times now. The first time during their opening month. Tip: get there a few minutes before they open to get first dibs on the options. The place is very compact with two tables and a line of 3-4 people fitting in the door, with a longer line waiting outside. Tbh I feel like they should scratch the tables and let more customers in line fit, it wouldn't be the first time a pastry place had to do so. More recently, they take your drink order and ask you to pick up beverages outside from the window. When they first started they would post to Instagram what was on the menu for the day/weekend. Last I went, it was more of a mystery until you walked in and got to see the case. With the crazy line formed behind me, my anxious self is not a fan of this change. But as someone more than open to experimenting, I end up always finding something to try. Their flavors are complex, combining teas, spices, cheeses, and creams, the list goes on. Their vegan efforts are of another world and indistinguishable from their all-ingredient companions. There are always more basic options than a vegan rhubarb cultured cream cheese and pistachio, such as a pain au chocolate, a blueberry muffin, or a chocolate chip cookie. Tried their green and pink drink-a matcha something, everyone raved about but not my cup of tea. It's pricey with most pastries close to $6, a treat nonetheless. I enjoy the ever-changing menu to keep things fresh and customers returning but I'm a real sucker for something a little simpler executed extremely well. I'm sure I'll return, yet again, but be pickier because of the price. Regardless, extreme kudos to their craft. read more

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As a huge fan of brown bear bakery in OTR, we were excited to come check out Two Seven Two. It's a compact space with limited seating, but adds to the coziness with the smell of freshly baked pastries. Love the addition of the large glass window panes that look directly into their bakery. The familiar sight of an assortment of pastries welcomes you on your left when you walk in. Little handwritten signs naming each pastry. Prices aren't listed, but they typically range from $5-7. The selection changes depending on which ingredients are available/in season, so there's always something new to try! The employees were patient and helpful in helping us make a decision, since everything looked so good. The two pastries we got were amazingly laminated, flaky, and delicious. I can tell the quality is held to the same high standard as their flagship store. Already off to a great start, will be back! read more

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It was fun to wake up Saturday morning to explore Clifton and stop into Two Seven Two!! My favorite item by far was the Twice-baked Pecan + Oat Croissant. I'm not a huge Pecan person, but found it DELICIOUS!!! I find that the bakery is easy enough to meet someone and hangout in-- assuming you do snag one of the three tables! Since the selection felt so limited (not sure if it was a time-of-day-or-always thing) I probably would go to/ try some of the other amazing bakeries in DT Cincy before coming back again. read more

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What a treasure to have in Clifton! Truly everything they make is delicious and the coffee is great and everyone is nice. a visit to 272 can really uplift your whole day. I went when I was a couple weeks postpartum from having twins. I remember mentioning that we had newborn twins at home as I was bleary-eyed choosing my pastries and the very sweet cashier gave me our box of goodies for free read more

From the makers of brown bear bakery comes Two Seven Two, new to the Gaslight District of Clifton. I have yet to go to Brown Bear but have heard great things, so I had to check Two Seven Two out! The shop is VERY tiny, tucked away near Skyline. There are only 3 tables for seating so plan on getting your coffee and pastries to go unless you get lucky and someone leaves when you arrive! The pastries are very unique flavors which is something that always draws me to a place. I grabbed: Raspberry Five Spice Croissant Raspberry Bostock Sourdough Focaccia with tomatoes and cheese Coriander & Lemon Poppy Bun My favorite was definitely the focaccia. It is a bit like pizza when you heat it up! The raspberry jam in the croissant was amazing but for me the five spice flavor was a bit too overwhelming. read more

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It smells delicious and to have sweet and savory options is amazing!!! Had a pastry party with coworkers! Oh yeah get the CCC cookie!! read more

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My roommate picked up some pastries from Two Seven Two last Sunday and let me tell you, these are some of the best pastries I've had in a long time! The kimchi grilled cheese pastry was the perfect savory bite, while the raspberry and chocolate pastries were perfect for dessert. I will definitely be going back to check out the bakery in person and try more of the delicious pastries! read more

Two Seven Two - Two kimchi grilled cheese pastries, a raspberry chocolate dessert, and a chocolate pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Two.Seven.Two is the new Clifton Gaslight bakery from Blair the founder of Brown Bear Bakery in Over The Rhine. This bakery is focusing on small batch local produce baked goods. There was a line on a rainy Saturday morning but always worth the wait. Picked up a few items savory & sweet and incredibly delicious! Congratulations Two.Seven.Two on the new bakery. read more

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Absolutely loved Two Seven Two! Really unique pastry and coffee options. Super friendly as well!

It's great to have such a high quality and creative bakery (back) in Clifton. I still miss Virginia Bakery but this place is a much more pastry lovers kinda place. No donuts, or schnecken, just great sweet and savory baked goods. It's a small place so even though you can eat and have a good latte of coffee inside, it really is more of a to go place. If the Saturday morning lines waiting from them to open are a deterrent, wait it out. It's worth the wait. read more

I really enjoyed my experience here. The food was amazing! The brownies and cookies here are so delicious I could eat 3 in a sitting! Every single time I get treats here it makes my day. The service here is quick and the workers are extremely nice and the coffee is really good, which is hard to find. read more

Love the pastries here - you can never go wrong with any of their croissants or shortbread cookies. Great selection of vegan items, too. The matcha latte was soo bad, though, I had to throw away. Not sure what went wrong, maybe the matcha oxidized so sad to waste a $6 drink. read more

They take up a small space in Clifton but pack a big flavor. They have savory and sweet pastries and focaccia and crossaints and cookies. The list goes on, they are quick and if you get there early you may snag a seat. I go here often , right now the brownie is my favorite. Get an assortment, you won't be sorry. read more

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One of the best newish bakeries / coffee shops in town. The bakery is small inside with limited seating, there is a little patio out bake with a few tables. Both spaces are minimal and could use some decor/ambiance help. However, who cares about ambiance when there's laminated pastries like this available. I typically get the Vegan Blackberry or Stawberry Morning Bun, it is so flakey and delicious with a touch of lemon and sugar on the pastry. If my wearable wasn't constantly flashing my biometrics at me I would get one of these yummy pastries every day. But alas, it is only a weekly stop. The service is great. The staff is super friendly and quick, making it a great stop before work to get my sugar and caffeine fix. This is an excellent addition to the Ludlow strip. read more

Flaky pastries with a wonderful cream filling. They are light and decadent. The savory pastry was ambitious but the olive flavors clashed a bit with the rest of the flavors. read more

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Pastries were great! The vibes were nice. Not a place to study but the service was helpful as well!

Good service, clean interior. I ordered the savory scone and a black coffee - both were excellent. My wife thoroughly enjoyed her sticky bun. read more

Two Seven Two is my favorite part of Cincy. I took a quick trip with some friends over to Cincinnati, and I could not stop talking about these pastries. My friends and I arrived before open, which I'd highly recommend, and waited in line for about 5 minutes. The gentleman working was so kind in directing us where to line up. Upon entering, he gave us all kinds of welcome recommendations and was absolutely lovely to each and every customer. I ordered an iced coffee, and a Twice Baked Almond & Oat Chocolate Croissant. The interior of the shop has very little seating, but we were directed to sit on the back patio, which was absolutely lovely and shaded. I can't quite explain how much I enjoyed that croissant, and I absolutely cannot wait to return and indulge again. read more

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I was introduced to this café by a friend, and ever since I tried their tomato croissant, I've been a fan. I actually look forward to weekends just so I can visit this place. Today, we made a last-minute run to the bakery. They were so sweet to offer us cookies for free and even shared tips on how to store and enjoy them. Couldn't offer much in return, but here's a little heartfelt review as a thank you. Please do visit this place and treat yourself -- everything on the menu is worth trying! read more

This tiny Clifton Gaslight bakery has impressed me each visit. The offerings include classics like snickerdoodle cookies (delicious - try one!) to creative croissants and focaccia using seasonal ingredients. Just had a croissant with delicata squash that blew my mind! And when I say unique, I mean it: a five-spice "squiggle" with lime curd was the pastry I didn't know I needed; so fun and zesty! Fresh house-made bread is also available, but I have yet to try it! There's a coffee bar featuring the standards like cortado and cold brew, plus matcha and house made syrups for seasonal drinks. The seating is cozy (three indoor tables) with a large window facing the busy sidewalk and Ludlow Avenue. Peep through the wall of windows facing the kitchen where you can watch the bakery magic happening! A walk-up window is available to passersby, and a secluded back patio is the perfect spot to enjoy your treats on a warm day. On each visit my husband, toddler, and I have shared a few pastries and have been pleasantly delighted! My only suggestion: have prices listed so people can keep track of how much they are spending - it's easy to want one of everything, and although not cheap, everything is worth the price! PS - this shop is owned/operated by the folks behind (the also fantastic) Brown Bear Bakery! read more

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Super tasty baked goods both sweet and savory. We got a mix of things and enjoyed every last one of them. read more

Two Seven Two - (SUPER tasty) Sweet and savory options from the ever changing seasonal menu. - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This small bespoke bakery is perfection. The Palmier was a croissant so light and airy that it made me appreciate each bite like it was my last breath. The kiss of pink peppercorn and lemon left butterflies enticing me to come back for the next seasonal expression. I'm in love. read more

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Delicious. Great service and kind staff. Amazing pastries. I cannot wait to come back. I am not a big coffee drinker so I got the blackberry matcha and it was great! Perfect spot to visit in Ludlow. read more

Two Seven Two - Earl Grey and Orange Palmier and Blackberry Matcha - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Love having this cute little bakery around. On slow mornings I like to meet friends or family here and get some delicious pastries and coffee. The staff is always incredibly sweet and helpful. read more

Great bakery with many flatbread with savory combinations including potatoes cheese grilled onion or olive...some with caraway or other herbs. Nice crust. Excellent coffee. Line was out the door but moved efficiently. I love how simple the display of baked goods. All ingredients and toppings mix come together well. Small seating area. Cozy feeling. Pleasant staff. read more

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