Austin >
The Upper Crust Bakery
Best of Citysearch
Recommend this business?
Write a Tip for
The Upper Crust Bakery
From The Owner of The Upper Crust Bakery
About The Upper Crust Bakery
-
Holiday Pastries, Pies, Breads
-
Cookies, Cupcakes, & Tarts
-
Lunch Menu & New Outdoor Patio
The Upper Crust is a family-owned and -operated European-style bakery, offering award-winning pastries, breads, and specialty cakes for
over 15 years. Our convenient central Austin location at the corner of 45th St. and Burnet Rd. allows you to comfortably linger and read the morning paper or make your visit a morning ritual before work.
The Upper Crust has a full lunch menu with freshly made sandwiches, soups, and salads. Be sure to place your holiday orders today. We have a variety of seasonal and specialty breads and desserts available.
Visit our website for a complete menu, pricing, and special events. We look forward to seeing you soon!
…
View Less
What Our Expert Scouts Say
February 15, 2013
This cozy Rosedale bakery is a treat on weekends. The black gold cookie is the number sweet, but the tomato bacon quiche is the highlight of savory options.
0
Heart
February 14, 2013
A central Austin favorite, with pastries, breads, and more, all made from scratch, sans preservatives. The smell alone will send you to carb heaven.
0
Heart
February 11, 2013
If your hot chocolate tastes veer toward the light and frothy, this cup is for you: Upper Crust makes a mug that is cappuccino-like in consistency, and pairs nicely with a slice of their moist Lemon Buttermilk cake. Of course, their Black Gold cookie pairs nicely with anything, including a second portion of itself.
0
Heart
Tips for The Upper Crust Bakery
January 19, 2007
Great bakery.. This bakery has been a favorite of mine for years. I often show up when they open at 7am and drink the bottomless cup of coffee along with a yummy current scone. The staff is always friendly and there are always plenty of things to read (statesman, chronicle) while loitering. The lunch sandwiches are also very good and very nutritious. My fav is the turkey and provolone on whole wheat bread with red onions and sprouts. The bread is excellent (shock!) and the hibiscus iced tea is a winner. Always check the day old shelf for some of yesterdays best baked goods at half off!!!
0
Heart
December 01, 2006
No Doubt, Best Bakery In Town. As a professional baker here in Austin, I can say with all confidence that Upper Crust is the Best Bakery in Town!! Their execution with the pastries is top notch. Looking at the cakes and pastries you can tell nothing is frozen or prepared ahead of time. Their wares shine with freshness. If you have a love of artisan-baked goods made with pride, then you must visit Upper Crust!!
0
Heart
November 17, 2006
You'll want to try everything!. This is one of my favorite fast, casual lunch spots. They have savory soups, create-your-own sandwiches, salads, combos ... everything is pretty healthy and affordable (you can get a great lunch for about $6). Order at the counter and it's delivered to your table a few minutes later. Never had anything from the bakery that I didn't love. Try the "black gold" cookies if you want something decadent, and don't miss the cornbread if you want something heartier -- I don't know what they put in that recipe but it's fabulous.
0
Heart
September 22, 2006
World-class breads, pastries, cakes and sandwiches at the gateway to the Burnet Road shopping district..
In Short
The bakery's clientele is varied, and there's a relaxed atmosphere in the two rooms and among the outdoor seating. Feast on more than 12 croissant varieties--from sweet, doughy cinnamon rolls to savory turkey provolone. Venture in on Friday or Saturday for chocolate-raspberry brioche, or any day for fruit tartlettes. Lunch meals include egg salad with sprouts, vinegar and gazpacho (served seasonally). There's also mocha almond cake featuring chocolate-coffee filling and chocolate-covered espresso bean topping.
0
Heart
July 17, 2006
A bakery for lunch? Yep!. Great quiche! Friendly service. A little slow on a recent afternoon, but they probably schedule for a morning rush. Comfortable place - I like hanging out rather than taking to-go.
0
Heart
June 26, 2004
Sweet--but oh, all that cinnamon. The very best danish in the universe (fresh kiwi and strawberry are my favorites), and they make a fine currant scone. But what's with all the cinnamon? Cinnamon on a chocolate croissant? Mon dieu.
0
Heart
Write a Tip for
The Upper Crust Bakery
People also viewed
Related Guides
Your Friends
Sign in with Facebook Sign in with Facebook to see what your friends are up to!
Citysearch Mobile
Get the Citysearch Mobile app so you can spend less time searching for great places, and more time enjoying them.