McLain's Bakery
201 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO
Crema's Take
“McLain's Bakery is a Kansas City institution where the pastries and custom cakes are taken seriously enough to earn five-star wedding reviews, but the atmosphere stays refreshingly unpretentious—equally suited for a solo laptop session with a chocolate croissant or a leisurely breakfast with family. The team clearly believes in real ingredients and fresh execution, whether you're grabbing a quick bite or settling in for an extended hangout, and the retail section's seasonal offerings suggest they approach their craft with genuine creativity beyond just coffee.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
We had the pleasure of using McLain's Bakery for our wedding cake and beautiful royal icing cookies. From our initial consult with Grace to our tasting, where the staff graciously accommodated my parents attending with us, to the final products, we were impressed by the clarity…
Updated review: Really disappointed with my recent visit. The Market Wrap had almost no flavor and left a bitter aftertaste. The tortilla tasted stale, and the hummus was bitter with a hint of heat, with no balancing flavors. Spring greens and sweet potato falafel were…
We hired McLain's as our wedding cake vendor and could not be more pleased with the experience. We ended up getting a 5-layer cake (and 5 FLAVORS!!) which was one of my favorite pieces of our wedding. We also did the to-go tasting option which was so fun and helpful for choosing…
McLain’s Bakery is a staple that I visit every time I’m in Kansas City. The food is always fresh, and the overall vibe makes it a great spot for breakfast, a quick bite, or even to hang out and get some work done. The coffee is solid, the pastries are delicious, and the…
I love a good bakery and McLain's had some pretty amazing choices with equally great prices, too. The retail section had so many cute holiday-themes goodies. I got a chocolate croissant to pair with my coffee and it was the best start to my morning. 🥐
Crema Reviews
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