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La Cosette - French Artisan Pastry Shop enchants Baltimore with fresh, beautifully crafted pastries and a warm, welcoming café atmosphere. Guests praise almond croissants, fruit tarts, and the Cosette espresso, all made with evident care by Chef Ahlem and her team. Friendly staff and a stunning pastry display make it a beloved neighborhood spot.

Kneads Bakeshop & Café in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor blends bakery favorites with a welcoming cafe vibe. The menu features breakfast and lunch staples, including almond croissants and ham-and-cheese on a sesame bagel, along with items like the winter market salad. Customers praise friendly, attentive service, festive décor, a bustling bakery with a souvenir shop, and notes of wholesale, catering, and classes.

Ovenbird Bakery at 300 S Exeter St in Baltimore is a dog-friendly bakery and store known for cozy charm and friendly staff. Reviews highlight a tasty lineup—from Baltimore Sourdough loaf with a flour logo to croissants, scones, and specialty drinks like banana bread latte and ube iced latte. With limited seating, it remains a beloved neighborhood staple for pastries and quick bites.

Ovenbird Bakery in Baltimore serves artisanal breads and pastries, from an authentic baguette to Danish pastries, pumpkin cheesecake and breakfast burritos. The cozy, welcoming space earns praise for friendly staff and a clean, art-filled room featuring work by employees and local artists. It offers vegan/vegetarian options and a coffee program, with locations in Little Italy and Highlandtown; wifi can be spotty.

Sacré Sucré is a Baltimore patisserie and cafe at 933 Fell St, offering high-end pastries, croissants, and baked goods crafted with lamination. Guests enjoy a warm ambience and a curated selection of teas and specialty coffees, including creative lattes. The dine-in menu features fresh pastries, sourdough and baguettes, making it a standout spot for sweet treats and light bites.

Zoe’s Just Dezzerts, located at 828 S Charles St, Baltimore, is a bakery and dessert shop known for friendly, accommodating staff and tasty samples. Guests praise items like Reese brownie, key lime pie, cherry tart, and hummingbird cupcakes, and note ample indoor seating. The shop also offers coffee and smoothies, with an emphasis on fresh, flavorful desserts enjoyed in a welcoming space.