Best Local Bakeries for Weekend Treats
One of my favorite ways to spend a weekend morning is grabbing a coffee and stopping by a local bakery.
There's just something about fresh pastries, warm bread, and the smell of butter that makes a Saturday feel a little slower and a lot better.
If you're looking to treat yourself this weekend, here are a few bakeries around Austin that I think are worth the visit.
Upper Crust Bakery
A longtime Austin favorite.
Whether you're picking up pastries for brunch, grabbing a cookie, or ordering a cake for a special occasion, Upper Crust consistently delivers.
It's one of those places that feels familiar the moment you walk through the door.
Texas French Bread
For years, this has been one of Austin's most beloved bakery destinations.
The pastries, breads, and baked goods have earned a loyal following for good reason.
ThoroughBread
If you're north of Austin, ThoroughBread is worth the drive.
Their pastries and breads feel thoughtfully crafted, and it's easy to leave with far more than you planned to buy.
La Patisserie
When I'm craving something a little more refined, La Patisserie is always a great choice.
The pastries are beautiful, but more importantly, they're delicious.
Baguette et Chocolat
Located in Bee Cave, this bakery feels like a little escape to Europe without leaving Central Texas.
The croissants alone are worth the trip.
85°C Bakery Cafe
If you've never visited 85°C Bakery, prepare to leave with a tray full of things you didn't plan on buying.
The variety is impressive, and there's something for everyone.
Quack's 43rd Street Bakery
A true Austin classic.
Quack's has been serving locals for years and remains one of those places people love introducing to friends and family.
Russell's Bakery
For cookies, cakes, pastries, and comfort-food baked goods, Russell's continues to be a local favorite.
My Weekend Strategy
My ideal Saturday looks something like this:
Coffee.
A local bakery.
A walk around the neighborhood.
No rushing.
No complicated plans.
Just enjoying the little things.
One of the reasons I love living in Central Texas is that we have so many locally owned businesses that make weekends feel special.
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Because some of the best places aren't the ones with the biggest signs. They're the local spots you'll find yourself returning to again and again.