Ovenbird Bakery

4.8
442 reviews

About

Bakery
Artisan bakery specializing in sourdough breads, pastries, and a wide variety of beverages located in the heart of Baltimore.

Details

  • TakeoutAvailable
  • BreakfastAvailable
  • Wheelchair accessible entranceAvailable
  • Wheelchair accessible restroomNot available

Location

Ovenbird Bakery
300 S Exeter St, Baltimore, MD
21202, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.8
442 reviews
5 stars
388
4 stars
27
3 stars
12
2 stars
7
1 star
8

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Pastries

Customers rave about the quality and taste of pastries, particularly the almond croissant and blueberry lemon scone.

Bread Quality

The sourdough and bagels receive high praise for their flavor and texture, though some note they differ from traditional bagels.

Customer Service

Service is inconsistent; while some customers report friendly staff, others mention a lack of greeting and attentiveness.

Seating Limitations

The cafe has very limited seating, which can be a drawback for those wanting to dine in.

Pricing Concerns

Some customers feel that prices are high for the quality received, particularly for certain items.
  • GR
    Gabrielle Redeemer
    Nov 13, 2025
    5.0
    Very cute, small dog friendly bakery with lovely drink selections and baked goods! Their banana bread latte was fantastic!
  • KK
    KYONGSEOK KIM
    Nov 8, 2025
    1.0
    The staff member at the checkout counter (a young, White female wearing glasses) demonstrated a significant lack of engagement with customers. I observed no greeting, no thank-you, and no eye contact during my entire transaction. Initially, I wondered if this was targeted behavior; however, upon observing her interactions with some other patrons while awaiting my order, I noted that she treated them identically. During checkout, she was distracted, focused on biting her nails, which was unprofessional. Later, while dining outside, I overheard other customers expressing similar dissatisfaction. My recommendation to potential visitors is straightforward: if you see her when entering the store, consider seeking service elsewhere, as she is most likely to ruin your precious day. Fortunately, this town has several other bakeries and cafes offering comparable or superior bread and coffee, so I will not be returning.
  • EG
    Elizabeth Georges
    Oct 25, 2025
    5.0
    I go here every Saturday morning before my 12 hour waitressing shift and they never disappoint. The croissants are SO GOOD. My favorite is the chocolate and pistachio croissants but the almond is really good too. My only suggestion is that they need to have 2 percent milk because I hate having whole milk or nondairy alternatives. This place is like a neighborhood staple and everyone that works there is very friendly :)
  • LM
    Liza MacFadyen
    Oct 24, 2025
    4.0
    The cheddar bacon chive scone and the blueberry lemon scone were fantastic! I also tried the banana espresso muffin which was good, but it was topped with salt and I think it should have been topped with sanding sugar instead. Lastly, I had the lox bagel sandwich which was good, but just average. I would definitely recommend this place for their pastries.
  • KK
    Kay
    Oct 21, 2025
    3.0
    Pastries were sold cold, no offer to warm up. Pastry would have been 10/10 warm Chai latte lacked flavor. Customer service lacking. Agree with others no greeting, thanks, smile; or eye contact given by barista.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ovenbird Bakery

Does Ovenbird Bakery accept reservations?

No, Ovenbird Bakery does not accept reservations.

Is the staff at Ovenbird Bakery fully vaccinated?

Yes, the staff at Ovenbird Bakery are fully vaccinated.