Experts' Choice Award Standard Baking
What the experts agree on
Standard Baking Co.'s locally-sourced croissants and breads are revelatory, though limited seating means arriving early is essential—especially in summer when lines form quickly.
“Its dining culture gets much of the attention, but Portland also boasts a wonderfully inventive bakery scene.”
– Tasting Table
Lonely Planet "For a sweet breakfast treat, wander around to this Old Port bakery and order a blueberry cream scone and a chocolate croissant." Full review
Zagat "The aroma may cause guests to want to linger inside, but there’s only one wooden bench; in the summer, when there are often lines out the door, there’s outdoor picnic seating under an arbor." Full review
Gayot "Family-owned bakery in Portland offering baguettes, pastries and more." Full review
New York Times "At Standard Baking Co. early birds get the best selection of irresistible breads and pastries, like hand-rolled prosciutto and asiago croissants, pain au chocolat and marinated olive bread"
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Online orders accepted (75 Commercial Street).
Fodor's "The perfectly airy croissants, crusty baguettes, beguiling tarts, dainty Madeleines, and creative breads incorporate locally sourced grains and are nothing short of revelations." Full review
Time Out "Skip breakfast at your hotel and opt for the simple morning fare at Standard Baking Company, located beneath Fore Street. A cup of coffee served black is the perfect counter to a..."
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