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The Ultimate Guide By Locals
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Local bakery with gourmet pastries and breads + amazing coffee. Two locations in Asheville!
Our pick: Try a walnut or apple strudel and the savory pastry of the day. Get a ham + cheese croissant for the road.
WEST ASHEVILLE + NORTH ASHEVILLE
European-style dessert cafe in downtown Asheville. Perfect for an espresso and sweet bite.
Types of baked goods: cakes, cookies, tiramisu, macarons, pie, quiche + croissants
DOWNTOWN AVL
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Bakeshop with whole pies, pie slices and pie flights. Try the honey pecan or coconut cream.
Our pick: Don't miss the pie flight! 3 pieces of pie and a scoop of ice cream
SOUTH ASHEVILLE
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Craving a cinnamon roll in Asheville? Head to The West End Bakery! Their crowd-pleasing rolls steal the show, alongside delicious donuts, croissants, and fresh bread.
WEST ASHEVILLE
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Bakery, cafe and marketplace in downtown Asheville. The Rhu is a charming shop with lots of seating upstairs.
DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE
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Our pick: Try a brownie! It's a great place to grab breakfast or lunch, too.
Authentic NY-style bakery with a full pastry case + breakfast sandwiches.
NORTH ASHEVILLE
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Our top pick: Try a Boston Cream donut! They're the best in town (and sell out!)
8. Rabbit Hole
7. Well-Bred Bakery
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9. Vortex Doughnuts
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