One yelper called the bread here "crack bread." It's true. Especially with the deal of getting a bread pudding for $3 with the purchase of a loaf of bread. A bargain! A steal! Amazing! Plus, not only can you get fantastic bread, heaping samples, friendly service, you can also get olive oil and vinegar! AND you can bring the bottles back for discounted refills! It's great! We are hooked on that feature, too. First time we stopped in the place was empty and we ended up chatting with hm...was she the owner? manager? not sure...anyway, she was a friendly woman who immediately read us to be newlyweds and launched into a question-answer session of life choices leading us into Boston and married life, graduate school oh this and that. Apparently she used to host a radio talk show and interview guests. She does ask many a question. We were caught off guard but eventually warmed up and were nearly dismayed when a bundle of other customers showed up and abruptly ended our conversation. Needless to say, we had a memorable first encounter, bought a loaf of multigrain bread, ate it in record time, and have returned twice since. Go yourself. Sample. Buy olive oil. You will be happy. read more

Love their bread and price. Everything taste fresh and can't beat ($5-7) per loaf of bread. I really like the garlic hummus pepper bread and I'm still in process of trying new one every week. Their cookies are very good as well. I would highly recommend the lemon blueberry shortbread cookie if you like afternoon tea type of pastries. read more

This bread is very good, but it's also very filling, so sample judiciously despite the employees' generous offer to let you sample anything. They also sell some amazing calorific cookies, so don't focus solely on the breads. I never know whether to get a sweet bread or a savory one, so then I debate getting two loaves, but I know that there's no way to make it through two loaves before they expire, so I usually go savory. It's too bad the loaves don't have a longer shelf life but if they did, they'd be stuffed full of preservatives and that defeats the point of this bread, so I will enjoy them for their fleeting, ephemeral natures and continue to share slices with my coworkers. read more

We are so happy that we stumbled upon this bakery. We come here at least once a week to stock up on bread. I usually don't eat a lot of bread but I just can't help myself when I walk past this place. They have the most delicious selection of sourdough bread we've ever come across. They carry a bunch of different varieties but we would highly recommend the olive bread or their chocolate bread if you're looking for something on the sweeter side. Check out my blog (complete with pictures and childish humor) for the full review and creative recipes! http://thesuchef.org/2013/11/05/when-pigs-fly-and-homemade-fondue/ http://thesuchef.org/2014/03/01/chocolate-french-toast/ read more

Tasty, Tasty, Tasty! I just wish it was closer to home. We visited the restaurant and bakery on a recent trip to Kittery. After a delicious lunch, we headed next door to the bakery. I was in heaven! Rye, wheat, white, artisinal... couldn't make up my mind. Since we were driving 3 hours to get home, and there are only 2 of us at home, I tried to be selective. Ended up with a loaf of cranberry, orange walnut bread. OMG!! Fresh...I could have eaten the whole loaf myself. When we got home, I sliced the loaf in half, then made 1/2 inch slices to wrap up and freeze. Bundled in little packets, I prayed it would freeze and defrost well for future use. SURPRISE, SURPRISE!! I couldn't wait more than a couple of days to see how it tasted. Delicious doesn't do it justice. Toasted, with just the slightest save of butter...again O.M.G! This bread eats like a treat. My next test will be to purchase a loaf online and see if it travels well. You will not be disappointed in the restaurant or bakery. Give it a try. read more

The breads...wow! But I made a mistake to get their salted caramel choco chip cookie. Cold, not chewy, and not satiafying. Feels like a bunch of ingredients that don't velong together. I can't remember the last time I had a cookie that's this bad. read more

New slogan-got bread? The bread here is made fresh daily and the store offers a wide variety. The prices are so affordable, so it goes off the shelf fast! Be an early bird. (Like before 2pm) read more

As I'm from the area of Maine where When Pigs Fly originated, I've been eating their bread since childhood, and still do for good reason. When you buy their bread at supermarkets, for bread, it's good, but not excellent. However, when you get it fresh from a When Pigs Fly store, it is superb. Honestly, the best bread I have ever had. They also have great jams, and various dipping sauces/oils for bread. read more

The bread selection is excellent (except when you show up 30 minutes before closing after work at 7:00 pm, but that is my fault). High quality bread and ingredients. I have never had a bad loaf of bread, and always 3-4 samples available to try, so I have probably tried them all by now. read more

It does not get better than their bread. We used to drive 45 minutes to get a loaf in somerville before discovering brookline location. If you have a nut allergy, just be sure not to get the bread sliced. Everything I've ever had here is delicious! read more

I usually stock up WPF breads on my many trips to Freeport and York Maine... LOVE that they opened here in C.C. The staff is awesome, you can try any of the breads, and they are all equally delish. My faves are the green olive/hot cherry pepper and one made with bananas, brown sugar, and walnuts. SO GOOD for making french toast. They'll slice them for you as well, but I usually just tear the loaf up hunk by hunk... it just tastes better that way... read more

Excellent donuts! Really big, great for sharing. I tried the Key lime. The frosting wasn't too sweet nor was the donut smothered in it. These days it seems donut shops have the glaze or frosting so thick it's sickenly sweet. This one was thin and just the right amount of sweetness. It was perfection!! read more

When Pigs Fly is my favorite bread in the Boston area. It's sold at whole foods and I buy the pumpernickel and six-grain- and pumpkin-seed every week, sometimes twice a week. Whole foods always has the same stock of WPF bread, which is why I relish the times I'm on Beacon street and happen to be close enough to pop in to the bakery-store. The store will let you sample anything and everything they have -- and by sample I mean cut you off a rather large slice of bread. I usually try the chocolate bread, which is phenomenal, and could easily be my sole reason to visit if it weren't for well, really ALL their breads. They also sell Ariston balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Buy the bottle once (around $12) and re-fill at at discounted price. read more

omg i've hit the motherload! if you're looking for their bread, don't just go to the regular grocery store. That's right, go directly to their company store. Why you say? Selection. You wouldn't imagine the selections that are available for breads and cookies and bread pudding! Whole Foods aint got nothin on this store. read more

I literally drive 45 minutes for this bread!! It is the best. I loved the maple walnut and lemonade flavors.

Great bakery. Everything is always fresh, people are friendly. I love their freshly baked breads. They always have some samplers out to taste. Makes picking one easier specially if you want to try something new. I love their chocolate chip cookies! In general - nice clean place, great customer service, very friendly. read more

ok, so i haven't actually been to this location, BUT I want to give a big thanks to the very nice employee who was waiting (and waiting and waiting) with me at the bus stop in coolidge corner recently, and was sweet enough to give me a bag of the BIG cookies. Since the Davis location doesn't offer these I was surprised to hear there was a store that does. The heath bar crunch was terrific as were the chocolate chip. I don't know her name, but this was certainly a very sweet gesture that made the long wait more bearable. read more

Ive always enjoyed WPF bread and their store in Brookline lives up to all their standards! The employees were extremely nice and helpful and the bread was perfect and fresh. Im enjoying an unreal roast beef sandwich on one of their ciabatta's right now. So good. read more

I've decided to start yelping again. No idea why. STAY AWAY from this place. So I can have more options and they won't be sold out of the various breads. read more

When Pigs Fly is by far the best bread I have had. Most Whole Foods sell this brand, but there is something special about heading over to a store that exclusively sells this bread. I think it's slightly cheaper purchasing it here than at a super market and their selection is definitely greater, plus they often offer free samples! read more

Their savory breads (i.e. rye, potato and cheese, garlic) are superb. How I got talked into getting their mushy pudding breads, I don't know. Unless you like moist, rancid tasting things, I advise against the lemon blueberry pudding bread. They slice off a sample of most every type of bread they offer so be sure to try a bit before you buy! A loaf will cost you a pretty penny. read more

The smell of this bakery is so intoxicating that it completely draws you in. I came for good bottles of infused oil, and a loaf of sour dough. Delish. The woman working was such a sweet heart too, and very helpful. This place is also really good for gifts as well with their great oil selection. Great neighborhood spot read more

Terrible service. We went there to get an unsweetened bread for our French evening with cheese and red wine. When we got home we found out that it was really sweet. We went back the next day and the women at the counter denied that it could be sweet and said that maybe they accidentally switched it with another bread. She didn't even try to apologise but was rather rude to us. They get two stars because their bread is ok-but not great. Definitely not going back! read more

Really good bread! I love the anadama. They also sell "When Pigs Fly" brand bread at the supermarket, but it molds VERY quickly and is not nearly as good. Get the fresh one from this store!! Very worth it. They usually have a small selection of cookies and bread puddings, but the bread is really their forte. read more

The bakery is as unique as the name. I tied pretty much all of their sampled breads and spreads and they were each amazing. Couldn't carry the jam with me due to flight regulations but definitely brought back some bread. Friendly staff and decent prices read more

I came here for the 1st time after breakfast at Panera. I should have reversed the order. The people here were so eager to feed me bread and I was already stuffed! They are super nice. I bought the Oat and Honey and cannot wait to try more. Next time, I will come prepared - with an empty stomach to fill with bread and the amazing looking cookies they sell! read more

My parents and I were in town for a wedding and stumbled upon this amazing bakery while we walked around Brookline. First of all the woman who was working there this past Saturday is great! She was so generous with the samples (mmmm) and gave us good tips on how to store and serve the bread. The breads themselves are out of this world! I LOVE how the breads are baked fresh daily and those that are not sold are donated every night. What a wonderful business practice. I definitely recommend this bakery and will definitely return next time I am in town. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE! They make amazing bread at a great price and even better you get to try anything you'd like! They have great sweet bread for breakfast and some awesome savory ones for sandwiches! Love their spinach and also, their cranberry walnut bread! Amazing! read more

I know people go here for bread, but their cookies are so so so good! Grabbed a chocolate caramel sea salt cookie as well as a blueberry lemon sugar cookie - WOW! These are perfect. Chewy, soft, and delicious! A must get if you're in the area. read more

I've been meaning to come in here forever and finally had the chance and I can't wait to go back. I picked up two cookies -- a chocolate chip and a health bar -- both were as big as a plate! An total value for the $2 they cost! The breads look great with some really interesting flavors. Unfortunately I'd just bought a loaf elsewhere and didn't get to try any but I think my first purchase will be the sourdough. The texture looked great. Bread prices seemed a little high but still worth a trip back. read more

This is a great bakery! Friendly owners, plenty of samples, and some interesting combos. I picked up the honey, apricot, hazelnut, and prune loaf and it is great. I'm excited to pick up some savory loafs the next time I'm around read more

This place is quite possibly the best place to buy bread in JP. Convenient? Depends on where you live Worth it? Yes! Expect to pay around $6 for a loaf of bread that is so delicious you may gift it at special occasions. If you want the Baby Spinach, Onion & Garlic Ciabatta you may want to come earlier on weekends- just so you're less likely to be disappointed. That said, there are always plenty of other breads to try if you don't luck out. Their website, http://www.sendbread.com, gives you some sense for what their breads are- but there's something magical about walking in to the intoxicating smell of fresh bread. And free samples. PS: If you can't finish the bread before it starts getting stale I've learned you can either freeze (but don't refrigerate) bread in nested plastic bags or keep it in wax paper (like the bags cereal comes in- reuse :) read more

This bread is so delicious, even better from the shop than if you get it at the grocery store. I bike 8 miles to get it fresh. It's a ritual. They let you try samples too! read more

New to Brookline found this gem, awesome bread! Good prices too. Glad it's around the corner!

This is the greatest find I've had in weeks. We were drawn in by the cute sign outside that said the smells were free and the delicious looking things in the window. When we went in, the workers were super helpful and friendly. We got one loaf of the honey & oat and another of the soft sourdough. I'd add pictures, but we already ate most of both which precludes pictures. Both loaves were $5 each, and they immediately offered to slice them both for us for free. We didn't get a say in how thick the slices were, but they ended up reasonable so no complaints. Regardless, both loaves were delicious and worth the price. The soft sourdough was great for sandwiches and didn't get soggy very fast, whereas the honey & oat was fairly sweet on its own and made for great toast. We will definitely be returning soon. I could see parking around here being difficult, but the T is pretty close. read more

Best bakery ever!! Different tastes that you can ever imagine! Try it's chocolate bread! Also, whole wheat bread with apricot!! You won't regret it and you won't forget it! read more

This is a great little bakery. I know they sell their bread in some area supermarkets, but obviously it's better directly from their own store. As Lisa Y. said, they are very generous with the sampling. A couple of times I've stopped by right near closing time, and they've just given me bags full of "samples" aka the day's leftovers. read more

Their special Pumpkin bread - almost as good as it gets. Hearty and pumpkinny and chock full of dates and pecans, it reaches perfection with its thick, flaky outer crust of crystallized sugar. No better loaf could represent Fall... read more

free samples. delicious creative fresh breads. free samples. constantly changing selection. free samples. i can't walk past without stopping in. free samples. go for the samples, leave with the loaves! read more

seriously----to die for. not only do they have 2 bakeries but sell their breads (w/sampling as well) in most of Boston's farmer's markets. every bread i have tried I have loved! read more