Sub Rosa Bakery
620 N 25th St, Richmond, VA
Crema's Take
“This Richmond gem pairs meticulously crafted pastries made from freshly milled whole grains with thoughtfully prepared coffee drinks, creating a destination that feels equally special whether you're grabbing a quick cherry pistachio croissant on a Tuesday morning or settling in to soak up the beautifully designed, welcoming space. The consistently flaky, high-quality baked goods—from pan au chocolat to creative savory options—keep locals lining up out the door, and the team's genuine warmth makes it feel less like a busy bakery rush and more like visiting somewhere that truly cares about doing everything right.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. Quick-grab spot. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Sub Rosa Bakery is truly a gem in Richmond, and I firmly believe it deserves national recognition for its outstanding quality. From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed by the delightful aroma of freshly baked pastries. Each item showcases a perfect balance of fluffiness…
Love that they use freshly milled whole grains. Tried the almond crossaint, chocolate almond crossaint, apple turnover and cherry pistachio. The cherry pistachio definitely stole the show. Crispy and delicious!
Sub Rosa Bakery offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with a beautifully designed interior. The bakery features a unique selection of both sweet and savory baked goods. We especially enjoyed the sour cherry pistachio croissant, which was soft yet flaky and made with fresh…
Not too busy at 8am on a Tuesday! The coffee au lait, iced latte, and pastries (pan au chocolat, ham and cheese croissant, salami and cheese croissant) were amazing! Flaky and high quality. They even sell their own flour. Wish I lived close bc I would be here everyday.
I have visited many cities and many bakeries—this has to be the busiest places I’ve seen. 🙌 With the order line going out the door and fresh pastries 🥐 coming out as we spoke—you know it has to be good! I really enjoyed the chocolate croissant 🥐 and what is really cool is…
Crema Reviews
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