WPA Bakery
3414 Semmes Ave, Richmond, VA
Crema's Take
“Tucked into a charming old Richmond building with original tin ceilings, WPA Bakery is a neighborhood gem equally beloved for its exceptional scratch-made pastries and surprisingly stellar egg sandwiches made with real, properly cooked eggs. The talented team behind the counter—led by David and Jennifer—brings genuine warmth to every interaction, whether you're grabbing a quick coffee and muffin or settling in with a slice of their renowned pie, and they're just as passionate about custom cakes for life's big moments as they are about your Tuesday morning breakfast.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Set in a charming old building with a tin ceiling, WPA is a delight. Loved the egg and cheese English muffin - tasted like real egg - imagine that! Really big muffin and an excellent value. Also got a Blueberry-Maple gluten-free muffin which was amazing! Owner was there and was a joy to talk with. They are adding an espresso machine to offer more coffee options. Too bad I live several hours away because I would be there often!
WPA is a wonderful bakery with a helpful, friendly and talented staff :) they did the cake for my wedding reception and did an outstanding job! The bakery offers many flavors and even have vegan options which worked out perfectly since my husband is vegan. Claire who does the wedding cakes was super friendly and made sure she knew exactly what we wanted in a cake. She brought our vision to life and then some! And everyone loved all the different flavors! Lemon was a favorite but the coffee cake is amazing 🤩
WPA Bakery is a true hidden gem! Their egg sandwiches are absolutely amazing, perfectly cooked, flavorful, and always hit the spot. But the real showstopper? The pies. Hands down some of the best I’ve ever had. Whether you're grabbing breakfast or treating yourself to dessert, this place never disappoints. Friendly vibes, great food, and a cozy atmosphere make WPA Bakery a must-visit.
DELICIOUS! We ordered a gluten free chocolate cake with the peanut butter icing on a short notice, crossing our fingers we’d luck out with timing and a tasty birthday cake. The cake was perfection, having been fresh and moist, and the icing made for a great combo. And for those that know how hard it is to find quality GF options, please note that this cake was unmatched and exceeded all expectations! Would give this more stars if I could! Thank you WPA!
I used WPA Bakery for our wedding last November, and I couldn't have been more impressed! David and Jennifer were amazing to work with—super accommodating, quick to respond, and an incredible value. Not only was the cake I ordered SO GOOD, but they also went above and beyond by delivering and arranging a cupcake tasting, which made the experience even more special. I chose a small two-tier lemon & raspberry cake for the wedding, along with mini cookies and gluten-free brownies for the reception, and everything was so, so good. My mom is still raving about it!
Crema Reviews
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