Boosalis Baking and Café

I’ve been to this place a couple of times and, perhaps too early, has not been busy. From what I have tasted here this is very surprising as I hear often how «they just don’t have good bakeries around here.»
Well, look no further. Everything made from scratch, with lots of care I might add, and you can certainly tell from the very first to the very last bite. I’m not going to keep extolling the great offerings of this place as it stands on its own; suffice it to say you won’t be disappointed.

Boosalis Baking and Café is great! We’ve tried both the lunch here as well as their baked goods.
In regards to their baked goods, listen to what they say. Get the Kouign-​Amann! It’s their most popular for a reason. Because it’s so tasty! Think of it like a nice flaky on the outside croissant that’s slightly sweetened but also soft and chewy on the inside.
I asked my husband to buy me one, but he bought two. One for each of us. I ate mine and took a bite out of his. LOL
I was looking forwards to also getting a blueberry and cheese Danish but they were all out by the time we got there. So, we got one of the other fruit danishes. It was good, but not as good as the Kouign-​Amann.
In regards to their sandwiches. Well, just them being a bakery lets you know that the bread they use for these sandwiches will be legit. We ordered an egg salad sandwich which came on 9 grain bread and a roast beef sandwich which came on a milk bread.
You could say that you can make these sandwiches at home. Which, really. you can. But their breads were so fresh, it just made the whole sandwich taste better. We made the sandwiches into a lunch box combo so we also got cookies, drink, and a fruit salad.
The fruit salad was just canned mandarin oranges in its own condiment container. But you could also choose from Potato Chips, Orzo Salad, or a serving of Yogurt.
For the cookies you could choose from Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal, Peanut Butter, Ginger-​Molasses. We got one oatmeal and one peanut butter cookies. Both cookies were good!
Boosalis is such a great place! I would recommend them for dessert pastries and breads! Or stop by for lunch!

I’ve supported Boosalis since they opened. You will not find a better croissant this side of France! The owner takes pride in the baked goods and is very willing to have to try samples. With that said, I do have a couple suggestions. You are a bakery. Please have all your baked good ready when your doors open. It’s very disappointing when I’m told first thing I have to wait 20 minutes for an item; you have been in business long enough to gauge your output and every good baker (in Europe) rarely runs out or does not have their stock ready to sell. I have left without buying many mornings because I don’t have 20 minutes to wait before I head to work. It comes off as «lazy» and that you don’t care. Also wish you had a better/​nicer coffee bar but that’s just me. So… if you want the best croissant in Ohio, go here. If you expect it to be there when you are, don’t hold your breath.

Just got 2 boxed lunches to go made fresh for us and they were delicious. Beef and Blue cheese was great and my wife liked the Cranberry Turkey. Everything looked good when i went in to order. They were also quick with our lunches as well without any problems in quality or appearance. I would like to see their menu updated on their website.
I definitely will go back and try more!

neat little café, never knew this was here! strange hours, but very good! recommended.
EDIT 2016-​May-​2: the owner (Matt Boosalis) contacted me in response to my (short) review. kudos for paying attention to social media! he asked for more detail. here goes!
service was excellent. staff were kind, smiley, and helpful. (which honestly stands out for cafes of this type.)
products (food!) were tasty. everyone in our group of 5 enjoyed everything we ordered. not a single person was disappointed.
my biggest beef, as mentioned above, is that somehow i’ve managed to go over 10 years of being in this neighborhood of dayton every weekend, and never knew that this place existed. :((that’s a lose-​lose, in my book.) here’s the unfortunate reality: cafes like this are typically not open evenings or weekends. i assume that’s because business is slow during those periods of time. i’m glad that Boosalis is open saturdays; however, they do close at 4pm on saturdays. unfortunately, i’m in this neighborhood usually on saturday afternoon/​evenings, or sunday morning/​afternoons. Boosalis is closed during both of those times. i think i fall in the unfortunate category of customers who are only is the area when the business is closed. and for that reason, i can’t be a regular customer. :(
the owner (Matt) specifically asked how he can improve. (again, big kudos!) i can’t blame them for closing when business is slow, and i truly respect being closed on sundays. staying open for a few more hours on saturday afternoon, or opening for a few hours on sunday morning may make the business available to an entirely different clientele. otherwise, perhaps a small, targeted, local marketing campaign might do a better job spreading the good news about this great little shop.
thanks again to Matt for reaching out to me.
and to the rest of you, give Boosalis a try! recommended!

Had their pretzels at night market months ago and finally made it in for more, decided to stay for lunch. Had the cross Pointe Chicken and Greek salad. AMAZING, generous portion on both. Staff (owners?) are amazingly friendly, helpful and so proud of their creations. (Rightfully so!) Try the pretzel sticks, monkey bread, ginger molasses cookie… heck just try it all!

When you walk in, you are transported to any amazing bakery in Europe! The croissants are so flaky and delicious– I could eat a dozen! I love the passion and love for baking that Mike shares with his customers. What an amazing place!

The owner really cares about his customers and goes out of his way to greet people. The monkey bread is the AMAZING cold or warmed up.
Go there NOW… you won’t regret it.
My only wish is that they sold espresso drinks.
The best spot to pull in off of Alex Bell is at the at the Outback sign and they are immediately on your left. Note: parking is very limited.

This place is unreal. It easily rivals our favorite bakeries in Germany and Russia. Their food is pretty close to perfect and the staff are always really great to talk to.

Delicious croissants and fresh breads. Such a nice owner. He gave me samples of many things when I told him I was a first timer there. A must try is their Kouign Amann!

Delicious bear claws and cookies. the boxed lunches here are fantastic. love the crosspointe chicken and cranberry turkey.

Best customer service of any coffee shop/​bakery I have been to in the Dayton area. I came in and because we were new to the area and having just returned from Europe wanted a chocolate croissant. We arrived at Boosalis Bakery by chance and enjoyed the most flakey, light, delicious croissants we have had in the continental United States. Matt, the owner, insisted we try a plethora of samples from the bakery each one better than the last.
I would say the only thing they do better than service is baking. Everything is natural. There are no preservatives in anything they do. There are multiple influences from European baking techniques as well as ingredients shipped from Europe. All the food is made to perfection and if something isn’t right the owner will go above and beyond to make it right. There is no doubt, I will be back.

Stopped in as my son had mentioned how long it has been since having a good croissant. Got 4 and told as they were a bit small, price would be less. Also bought a cranberry orange scone and a bear claw. All were amazingly delicious. Stop in!

Great place, great food, reasonably priced. Pastries, breads, sandwiches, salads. We deserve to have a classy place like this.

The best croissants ever!!! One morning I decided to drop into this little hidden place and see what everybody was raving about. Let me just say that I was mad at myself for not going here sooner. The croissants melt in your mouth like little bites of heaven. There is nothing like a freshly made croissant. The croissant that I decided to get had a little icing drizzled on top. I was a happy camper that morning!!!

I live in urban San Diego and frequently tell my neighbors that the best bakery I have enjoyed is in Dayton, OH. The Kouign Amman patisserie (Saturday mornings only… may be able to call to reserve) offers that oh-​so-​hard-​to-​achieve-​then-​repeat sweet spot of butter-​salt-​sugar. I cannot recommend this bakery any more highly. Thank you, Matt et al.

Fantastic little bakery in a sea of chain locations. Great people, samples and everything from the cookies to the croissants and even rye bread made from scratch by the owner and a carefully selected staff. If you have a chance it’s a must try!

Great place to grab something quick for breakfast! Everyone that works here is extremely friendly. Convenient location not far off of 675. Their chocolate croissants and mini coffee cakes are delicious!

Pleasant café with an even more pleasant staff! Nice ambience and the turkey cranberry sandwich was delicious! Lots of free samples given by the owner, sweet guy who makes you feel like you’re inside his home!

I was looking for some breakfast in Centerville and stumbled on this bakery, am I glad that I did! Everyone working was super nice and friendly. I ordered an egg and cheese croissant and it was quite possibly one of the best breakfast sandwiches I’ve ever eaten. The croissant was warm flaky and crispy. The eggs were made fresh and were so soft and creamy while melted with the cheese, it was amazing. I also tried a coconut macaroon cause they looked awesome. It was also baked perfectly and not overly sweet.
I’ll definitely be back here when I’m in the area.

Stopped in for a quick breakfast and was very pleasantly surprised by the quality. Got a bacon egg and cheese croissant. They used real egg and good cheddar, which is a nice change from the usual you get around here!

Love the bear claws. Another great small business in our neighborhood.
Get in there. You will be glad you went!

They have reopened in the Cross Pointe Center in Centerville, right on my way to work… so worth the extra 5 minutes to stop… I get there right as they are opening, so my selection is limited to what has just been made extra fresh in the morning… but it is oh so worth it… one of the best croissants I have ever had… and Matt takes the time to say Hi, and explain what he has made that day… need to stop in one evening to see what he has…

I am presently enjoying a wonderful (as usual) sticky pecan bun with coffee at Boosalis Baking in Springboro. I lived in the Dayton area when Matt (Boosalis) first opened his place six years ago. I have since moved out of state but do return to Boosalis Baking whenever I am in the area.
For anyone who has not visited the bakery, Matt bakes wonderful breads in addition to pastries. Now, Matt is relocating his bakery (same name– Boosalis Baking) to the Cross Pointe Shopping Center across from Doubleday’s Grill &Tavern. Now, anyone who has a hunger for great bread and/​or wonderful pastries can experience them without having to drive very far! Boosalis will open in Centerville 22 July 2014. Matt has spent years studying the baking business and his products reflect the quality and knowledge he instills into each. Go by, experience the most friendly and service oriented staff around and taste the dramatic difference between Matt’s bakery products and those of everyone else. You will become a devoted customer!
A relocated Daytonian
Sandra Groeschel

My review is WAY overdue. I visited the bakery for the first time back in October 2012 when I was home in Dayton, visiting from Boston. My mom and I went for lunch, in the early afternoon.
The service was fantastic, friendly, attentive, and, our server took obvious pride in the quality of the bakery products, and made suggestions and answered any questions we had.
As we sat, happily slurping our soup and nibbling sandwiches, the owner, Matt stopped by our table. We had a wonderful chat, and learned about how he came to start the bakery. While we chatted, Matt excused himself, disappeared for a second or two, and came back with some croissants for us to sample, telling us how they are hand laminated and about his choice of premium ingredients.
I mentioned that I’m both an avid home cook and baker, and told him about my friends in Boston who are professionals «in the biz.»
Matt, sent us home with a little box of treats to sample at home! What a delight — both his generous gesture, and the delicious goodies.
Every item is hand made with great attention to detail and quality. The croissants are something absolutely special and all too rare — flakey, tender layers of pastry that exude the taste of pure sweet butter.
RUN, don’t walk to Boosalis. It’s a treasure.

Love this place! The workers are so incredibly friendly and accommodating. They really value each and every customer. Not to mention, their food is amazing! My personal favorite is their Cranberry Turkey sandwich, which comes on cranberry walnut-​bread or you can get it on french bread or a pretzel roll.
Also, coffee and an item from the bakery is a must. I would recommend a Ginger Molasses Cookie or a Chocolate Croissant.
Such a homey and relaxed environment! The interior is decorated nicely as well.
If you don’t have time, they even offer delivery! But, if you do, I would definitely recommend sitting at a table and enjoying the food, people, and atmosphere that Boosalis Baking and Café has to offer.
:)

I was in town visiting family and stumbled on this little gem. I’d say it’s similar to a Panera but smaller scale, better pastries, and better service.
Service: Fantastic. The woman at the counter and another gentleman (owner I think) routinely walked through the dining area to make sure everyone was pleased. When I commented how much I loved the pastries, he brought me out a sample of the croissant to try, warm from the oven. Then the woman at the counter accidentally broke a cookie and brought me the pieces to try.
Coffee: Very good and cheaper than the big chains! Can have one free refill as well.
Food: Amazing! Had the cheese blueberry danish and coffee for breakfast which was heavenly. Studied there and stayed for lunch — ham & swiss on a homemade croissant with fruit cup and ginger molasses cookie. They really excel at the baked goods. All their breads, croissants, cookies, and pastries are made fresh in-​house daily.
Price: Very reasonable for such high quality treats. Cookies 75 cents, other pastries $ 1 – 2.50, and sandwiches $ 6 – 7.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

This place appeared as if a mirage out of the desert of bland surrounding it. I was on my way back from Dayton, to Cincinnati, looking for a café using my Garmin. None of the places in downtown Dayton were open so I resigned myself to settle for Starbucks. I picked the location closest to I-​75, and as I was approaching it, I noticed Boosalis and decided to take a look. I am so glad that I did.
This place is a rare treasure. The owner, Matt, is a true gentleman and was beyond hospitable. He proffered many a delightful taste that drew us like moths to a flame, with no entreaty from him necessary.
He makes some of the best bread that I have had anywhere. His croissants: shut up. They have a wide selection of food for lunch including many sandwiches, soups, salads, box lunches and a kids menu. They have many vegetarian selections including sandwiches and soups. They have a wine bar, wine tastings, and classes to teach you how to make bread. They cater as well. You can even fax in your lunch order for pick up using a printable form from their website. Oh and don’t forget free wi-​fi.
The vegetarian options include a vegan ham & cheese, tofu salad sandwich, caprese, and hearty vegetarian chili with textured vegetable protein (similar in consistency to ground beef).
I had the caprese sandwich. Please allow 8 minutes for them to freshly prepare and hot press your sandwich. Take that time to wander around the shop. They have a fine selection of drinks, cheeses, breads, pastries, olive oils, and other sundries. And if that doesn’t convince you, how about a $ 5 glass of wine with lunch!
The caprese was delicious. The cheese was flavorful and perfectly gooey. The basil fresh and the tomatoes perfectly ripe. Did I mention the phenomenal bread? The dill pickle is better than most but not the best. (I am a bit of a pickle fanatic)
I feel like I tried just about everything they had to offer and went home with plenty to keep me itching to return. The cranberry walnut bread tastes almost like a brioche and is delicious. The kalamata olive and wheat is a great option for something a little less sweet. They had some bread sticks that had a heart shape at the top which were, again, very good. For dessert, I had their fresh made pastry filled with chocolate ganache and fresh made whipped cream. It was, as you may have guessed, sinful.
I recommend taking the time to look around, taste everything and talk to the owner about his concept. He uses only natural ingredients and artisan techniques that take more time and create a superior taste sensation. The value is great because the prices are competitive with the other highly advertised chain sandwich shops, which of course, offer an inferior product.

I visited in July (2008) and what a gem of a place. The owner obviously has a flair and a passion about the food being served — ask him about the breads. Very good coffee too, much better than trudging across to the local Starbucks (and a better value as well). A real European bakery in the middle of Ohio…
Update — It has been interesting to watch the rest of the country, especially in the foodie hubs on both coasts, become enamored with the Kouign-​amann, while all the while having it available here — they have been serving the pastry here for at least two years (since 2013) now. So while the rest of the ‘culinary’ country has been ‘discovering’ the Kouign-​amann, Boosalis Baking has been perfecting it. This place is a real treasure.