The Continental Bakery In English Village

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

sometimes, I feel like driving the 13 hours or so ..more? to go directly to Continental Bakery. wait, make that...often.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Yum, olive bread is wonderful. Great staff, very friendly and helpful. Wish bakery was closer to my home. Love this place.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

When my daughter lived nearby and we were visiting it was one of our favorite places to go. Rustic, quiet, charming. I've ordered their almond croissants and had them shipped to Barker New York where I live several times. Well worth it.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

This place is a gem. It would be popular even if it were across the street from Tartine in San Francisco. The sourdough (especially the wild yeast) is the best bread in town, and it stays moist for days and doesn't dry out like french bread. The sweets are fantastic too (I am partial to the blueberry pie). I find excuses to detour to English Village so I can stop in for a treat.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

The wild sourdough bread is the best bread I've ever eaten. Ever....

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

The only place in Birmingham (that's actually not necessarily in Birmingham) where you can get a good loaf of bread.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

The best pear tarts in the world

Highly recommend for breakfast

And the bread heavenly

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Quaint feel with amazing pastries, the perfect cup of coffee, and a relaxed feel. There are a few tables inside, but if the weather is good, outside seating is a better choice. This place sort of takes on a Parisian feel for me.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

My husband says these are the best bagels in town. Toasted with their cream cheese spread.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Made our first visit today, awesome baked goods and espresso. The sweet fella at the counter was great. We will be back!

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Love, love, love this bakery! So many wonderful breads from which to chose! Where do you even start? This bakery is a favorite of my family! It's perfect!

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

It's been almost 30 years since I last visited the Continental bakery. I'll never forget these square ginger cookies with silvered almonds, they were to die for. Hope to visit one day.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Great place. Great location. Great food. Great service. I liked sitting outside on a pretty day.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Great location, great food ,warm atmosphere ,love the owners,delightful place to get a good meal, their breads are out of this world.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Great food and ambience combined with a wonderful staff that draws foodies who appreciate both. Well done.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Good people, best bagels in town! You can even get day old bagels!

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Fabulous cafe au lait in a proper bowl for breakfast with a choice of croissants, scones, bagels and so much more. Just about every freshly baked artisanal brad you can think of, some even available in 1/4 and 1/2 loaves. Great neighborhood find - highly recommend if you're in the area.

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Continental Bakery is a treasure for our community. We love the treasures there! I recommend that you stop in soon for maybe, a croissant, a bagel, a thumbprint cookie or some awesome Tarragon Chicken Salad. And don't forget to make plans to hit Chez Lulu, their restaurant next door, up for lunch or dinner soon!

Anonymous Oct 18, 2023 at 5:48PM

Carole has nailed it for the artistic looking for that hard to find creative juices atmosphere. The food and the coffee are both delicious as always. Haven't experienced a cocktail.... ....saving this for a taxi night. Live the choice of diversified music. Get Shae to bring in a MR .BUBBLE CD FOR DEVERSIFIED.!!! Haha Save that for a night of helariousness. Love your " HARD DAYS NIGHT " for what you've got together ....what you have done has no limitations. Congratulations...Wishing continued fabulous success. Light and love always. Ann