Great Harvest Bakery and Café
502 Burnett Ave, Ames, IA
Crema's Take
“This beloved Ames bakery café is a bread lover's paradise where nearly everything is baked in-house, from crusty loaves to cinnamon rolls that locals make special trips for, plus they thoughtfully accommodate gluten-free diets with their own dedicated bread options. The warm, inviting atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between quick coffee grab and lingering breakfast spot, where the staff generously offers samples to help you find your perfect pairing. Beyond coffee, their grilled cheese on house-made bread and full breakfast menu make it a genuine gathering place for friends and families, with the kind of genuine hospitality that turns first-time visitors into dedicated regulars.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Finally visited last weekend and went back this weekend. Fantastic breakfast sandwiches, including gluten-free for me. Gluten-free sweets, too. Wonderful homemade bread. Super nice employees. Really great place. Must check out. Will not disappoint.
The BREAD is SO GOOD!! I specifically stop here to get bread when I am in Ames! The atmosphere is very inviting & would be a great place to gather with friends for breakfast!!
Great selection of baked and canned goods. We got an assortment of lunch and treats. The grilled cheese is an absolute must for anyone! Also, don't leave without a cinnamon roll. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Can't wait to try more off their menu.
Went for lunch and they gave us a bunch of samples! My boyfriend couldn’t decide what bread to have for his sandwich so they got him pieces to try and I mentioned a type of bread I was curious about and they gave me a free piece to try! Excellent service and the sandwiches were…
We stopped here because the restaurant had gluten free bread options for sandwiches. This place is a hidden gem. They bake almost everything from bread to sweets to dog treats in house. The menu is full of fresh sandwiches, egg breakfasts and soups. The staff are kind and the…
My boyfriend and I are gluten free, and we were looking for somewhere to grab breakfast. I found positive reviews for their gluten-free bread, and they DID NOT disappoint! We ordered 2 of the loaded bacon sandwiches, the bread was toasted to perfection, the bacon was nice and…
Crema Reviews
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