Bread By Us

Stumbled in here one freezing cold winter day. I must have walked past this place a million times and never noticed it, until I did a Unilocal search for a coffee place. They do have a chalk board sign out on the sidewalk, but maybe a bigger one would help? Anyway, I loved the atmosphere, smell and coziness of the place. I got a coffee (served in my favourite Le Crueset mug) and the cinnamon snail. They were both really delicious and fresh. The breads and pastries looked amazing, I can’t wait to go back there and try more things out. The service was also very friendly. The only thing I would mention is the limited seating, I wish there was more space, but given the small establishment it’s to be expected. I am not sure if they put out patio furniture in the summer or not… That would be nice. Would definitely come back here again!

This is one of my favourite bakeries in the National Capital Region and this based on the pastry. Their selection of pastries is limited but the ones I have had to date were excellent. I had a cinnamon danish recently and loved it. Today, I had a plain croissant. It was excellent too. It was flaky without being so flaky it would break apart yet the center was buttery and substantial.
I also had a cappuccino which was well made.
They also offer sandwiches with seed to sausage products and carry some local coffee beans and jellies/​jams such as Michael Dolce’s).
I have not had the opportunity to try the bread yet but am looking forward to it.

friendly and cozy atmosphere.
finally I got their famous cinnamon snail. tastes like croissant. very delicious except I think it will be even better when it’s warm, maybe with a little bit less cinnamon.
cappucino is good too.
will go back for the french toast beverage.

This is my first time visitng this little bakery and I’m enamored. Walked in with 15 minutes until close and they let me order and eat in with no worries. Super chill atmosphere with local coffee and goods for take home. I had a drink which I can only describe as heaven. They called it French Toast – a steamed milk with maple syrup and nutmeg. Delish. Rounded that off with a sandwich made with bakery fresh bread and brie. I’ll be coming back.

Nice new business with very friendly staff. This bakery, Bread by Us is very clean with amazing breads. We had the sourdough which was the best ever!
Good luck to the business, outstanding.

Bread By Us is a delicious addition to Hintonburg. I wasn’t sure that the atmosphere would be inviting, as it’s nestled in the same building as a pharmacy, but the space is warm and welcoming. I’ve tried the country sourdough and the pain au lait, both of which I enjoyed. My only issue is with the small loaves, that they barely last a day — so I pretty much only pick up the large loaves now. And I always ask for my bread to be sliced, which they happily do for me each time. I sampled the lunch tomato & cheese focaccia as well, and it was great — not too greasy, and filling enough for a quick lunch.
There is a daily tea on offer to sample and a board that displays suspended items that others have purchased — from americanos to a sourdough loaves, these are items that anyone can ask for, free of charge. From the ever-​growing list that I see whenever I go in, there are lots of people buying the items, but not as many people taking advantage of a loaf of bread that’s already been purchased for them. It would be great if they let more people know about the suspended program, as you pretty much have to ask what the list is for, or otherwise be in the know.
All in all, this has become my new favourite bakery, and one I happily frequent whenever the breadbox is empty.

Stopped by here today for a coffee with a friend and have to say I quite liked it.
The latte I ordered was very good (made with Happy Goat Coffee) and my friend enjoyed his Americano. In terms of taste, it is more in line with Bridgehead than Starbucks or Second Cup.
I also tried out some of there sweets with a cinnamon bun/​pastry and a chocolate type croissant. The cinnamon pastry was nice though a little heavy on the cinnamon.
I also picked up as loaf of their sourdough bread (nice and hot and smells great… hopefully it tastes good as well).
They have a very small menu of sandwiches which I didn’t try, plus of course their breads (mainly sourdough breads), their sweets (pastries and cookies) and coffees and teas.
It is a small shop with one table, a couple of chairs, and a few seats at the coffee bar.
Prices seem reasonable to me with the bread about $ 4 per loaf.
Parking is available on the street.
Anyhow, I quite liked what I had and I would go back again if the bread is good.

Bread By Us is a little hard to find — they share a vestibule with a pharmacy. So you might end up walking past it a few times before you figure out where it is!
Got a brioche loaf and a «snail» pastry. Both were delicious! The prices were very reasonable for artisanal bread.
Staff was friendly and the space is cool and inviting. I’ll be back for the full café experience next time.
Great new addition to Hintonburg!