The Baker's Bench
33 Brackett St, Westbrook, ME
Crema's Take
“This beloved Westbrook bakery is a serious destination for buttery, melt-in-your-mouth croissants and cream horns that locals genuinely can't find elsewhere—the chocolate and ham-and-cheese varieties are particularly worth the visit. Beyond the pastries, their breakfast sandwiches are generous and thoughtfully made, with flaky croissants that perfectly cradle quality fillings like bacon and egg. It's the kind of place where the baked goods are genuinely craveable enough to keep people coming back regularly, even if the cozy, no-frills atmosphere isn't going to wow you.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I ordered the bacon, egg, and cheese on a croissant and it was delicious! The croissant was perfectly flaky and buttery, and the bacon was cooked just right with a great balance of egg and cheese. It was fresh, filling, and exactly what I was craving for breakfast. Quick service and cozy bakery vibes, definitely a spot I’ll be going back to for more breakfast sandwiches and treats.
Highly enjoyed the food this place had to offer. Fantastic baked goods that could piece your tongue with flavor. Yet, the atmosphere is very dingy and smells of last night's cleaning solutions and with no actual bench in the bakers bench, it made it very hard on the feet. Tired as my feet may be, the food in itself is worth the trip. Give the best to the head baker because you'll appreciate the quality of the food.
When I want amazing pastries this is where I go. The croissants are melt in your mouth buttery and we loved both the Savory ham and cheese and the chocolate is the best around. We always add a few raspberry and cheese along with some Farmers bread and whatever other pastry it's us that day. Strongly recommend
The best bakery in the area. They have the Best cream horns I’ve ever had in my life. They are Perfection! All others pale in comparison. Their sandwiches are also amazing. Huge portions with quality ingredients in their amazing bread. Love The Bakers Bench. Go there. You won’t be disappointed. 😄
It's probably a good thing for my waist line that I didn't find out about Baker's Bench sooner: their baked goods are to die for! They sell a variety of pastries, including almond and chocolate croissants, cheese and fruit Danishes, cinnamon buns (made with their croissant dough), and their famous creme horns. Their other pastries are good (especially that croissant filled with almond paste), but the creme horn is excellent and the BEST creme horn I've ever had. Do yourself a favor and get several of these creme horns, because they are even good the next day! Parking is tricky, so be patient and try to go at an odd time. They don't seem to have a website or social media presence, but as of May 26, 2023 they are open Tues - Sat, 7 - 2 or 3 pm. Update August 2024: These continue to be the BEST pastries. They have forever ruined other creme horns, because their creme horns made from that delicate and delicious croissant dough is absolutely perfect. Our dog was even jealous of the creme horns! We also tried their jumbo cupcakes and they are delicious! In particular, the carrot cake cupcake and the chocolate-peanut butter cupcake were excellent. They are truly jumbo, so be prepared to share, be really full, or save half for a later treat!
Crema Reviews
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