This place was amazing! It was hopping for a Friday at 10 AM and the line moved quickly. The breads were absolutely beautiful and they even had hummingbird cake which I haven't seen in a long time. I ordered two cinnamon rolls to go and one warmed up to eat there along with their hash brown yummiest thing that was out of this world! While I was waiting in line, I saw some food walk by that was extraordinary looking! Specifically, biscuits and gravy! Oh my! I highly recommend this place and look forward to going back and trying more of their goodies. read more

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I walked down to Al & Ernies after dropping my son off on a Saturday to prepare for a football game at the highschol. There was a big line but something told me itd be worth it. Cute and aesthetic inside - essy access to napkins and utensils - and luckily I was just grabbing and leaving' may have been a wait for a table. The line was fluid and moved fast enough for the size especially. Everything looked good! I got the: Biscoff Cookie Cinnamon Roll (my son ate it all and he is picky with sweets) and the Hummingbird Cake. YUM! Moist, flavorful, and unique! Also grabbed a caramel machiato (iced) to go. Great detail in the ice! Will be back read more

Al & Ernie's is a must if you're in Battle Ground! My favorite item of theirs is the cinnamon roll. It's one of the best cinnamon rolls I've ever had! I tried the s'mores one this past weekend and I definitely prefer the original cinnamon roll. The Marion berry one is a good option if you want some berry flavor with the traditional cream cheese frosting. This past visit I also tried the ricotta hash brown bake. It had a lot of flavor and I loved it. I would get this again. I also really enjoyed their hot mocha. It wasn't too sweet but still had the chocolatey flavor. This past visit was the first time I tried their danish. I had the blueberry lemon one and it was great. I also like to get their bagels. Next time, I want to try their quiche. Anything you get here is going to be delicious! Al & Ernie's is the best!! read more

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Hands down one of the best local bakery in Clark county! Came here on Saturday morning and already busy but line went quick. Pricing was excellent - Service too! Lots of sweet & salty options. I loved the Marion Berry Cinnamon Roll, Ricotta Hasbrown Bake, Chocolate Chip Cookie (Which tasted like a salted chocolate chip cookie), Epi Baguette (which you can tear chunks and won't dry out as quickly).... The Focaccia Pizza bread was okay - just over seasoned for my liking but please try anything and everything! I am already planning on my return trip as they open at 0600! read more

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My only complaint- they are making me gain weight!!! Yikes! The food is so yummy it calls to me like a mermaid has her siren song to sailors....beckoning me to their establishment for my favorites!! Which is nearly Everything I have tried there!! Come on guys- help a girl out! Quit making your stuff so tasty that I can't control myself! Your sugar cookies should be illegal- but, if they are throw me in jail!! Keep up the undermining my diet...kudos for tempting me daily!! I"m doing my best to also get my friends hooked so at least we all get plump together!! read more

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The line was long but well worth the wait. My husband said it was the best cinnamon roll he's ever had - pillowy soft with the perfect amount of icing. It smelled insane. It was also great to see a small case of gluten free goodies, including cinnamon rolls, one kind of scone and one dairy free option. The blueberry oatmeal was super sweet and delicious. It tasted like a blueberry oatmeal cookie. Paired perfectly with strong coffee. read more

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My boyfriend works in battleground & someone had brought scones in & he brought some home. So finally, I had to go & see what else they offered. We walked in & they were busy. Line was pretty long, but it moved pretty quickly. Everything in the case looked delicious. I went with the cinnamonroll, Nutella cornetto, & the gluten free earl Grey scones. The scone was amazing. Very light, with a good earl great flavor. Youd never know it was gluten free. The cinnamonroll was nice & moist. Cornetto was crispy filled with Nutella inside. Stop in if your in the area. Definitely try the scones. read more

AL & Ernie’s Bakery Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Battle Ground, Washington

My family and I really like this bakery. The service can be hit or miss depending on who you get. Some employees serving the bakery items don't look like that want to serve you at all (particularly the one blonde from yesterday afternoon). The food and coffee are always good. The only reason this isn't 5 star for me is: the fans in the case are not powerful enough for the flies. I did see some large flies landing on the bakery items in the case as it is open from the back side. The other thing I noticed is the sandwiches in the case with meat on them should be kept cold rather than in the case at room temp. My suggestion would be to individually wrap the bakery items to prevent all the flies from landing all over the bakery items. I would have ordered more yesterday but seen the flies and changed my mind. My other suggestion would be to have "display" items to showcase the sandwiches but keep the rest kept cold in the fridge. Overall it's a great place just would love to see more done to keep the food away from the flys and keep cold foods cold such as bakery items with cream cheese and sandwiches etc. Great atmosphere and location. Prices didn't bother me at all. I am happy to spend the money for quality food. read more

Came for the cinnamon roll! It's pretty hefty and good. The line was pretty long and parking is kind of annoying. Not sure if it was worth the drive if I'm being honest. read more

This is an interesting little cafe. The staff was super friendly when we came in. The place is far bigger inside than it looks. We got in line and were politely greeted by an employee who gave us the skinny on the layout. We ordered a couple of cinnamon rolls, one gluten free and one espresso. Both were beautifully baked and the frostings were delicious. The espresso roll had the perfect hint of espresso flavor, just enough to dial this roll up a notch. The coffees were ready a couple minutes later. They were decent, pretty mild on flavor. We did stay and eat. I wouldn't recommend this for peaceful conversation. The buzzers they give out to let you know when your coffee is done are annoyingly loud and are constantly going off. We had to switch to to-go cups to escape the pinging. The pitch is awful and my ears hurt walking out. Good service, great rolls, decent coffee read more

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Stopped in with a friend for breakfast on a Wednesday morning around 9am. No line and only a handful of tables occupied. Based on other reviews, we came at the perfect time! Employees were friendly and helpful. In addition to breakfast, we purchase a few baked goods to take home. I ordered the bagel breakfast sandwich on an Everything bagel with chive cream cheese and bacon. It was delicious! My friend enjoyed hers as well. The restaurant was clean and I really like how they have different table areas. I think it helps cut down on the noise when it's super busy. Parking can be challenging since it's street parking. Overall a great first visit! I'm looking forward to bringing my husband next time and trying one of their quiches and ricotta hashbrown bake. Would highly recommend! read more

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Hands down the best bakery in Battle Ground. The Earl Gray scone is absolutely the best I've ever had - anywhere. The avocado toast also the best in Battle Ground. Great lattes as well. Definitely stop in and try one of the many goodies from the case. Service is always good when I've visited. I recommend this establishment to anyone visiting the area. Keep up the excellent work! read more

Seems like a really good bakery. All the wonderful bakery items like scones, cinnamon rolls and bagels in the window is so tempting. I got another 1/2 order (which is one biscuit and a little bit of gravy). This is my second time here and I pretty much got the same thing except last time I think I got a full order of biscuits and gravy. So when I mean that they give you a little bit of gravy, I mean just that. I barely got enough to cover my cut in half biscuit. This happened to me the first time I went there. I do not understand why they can't give you more gravy with biscuits and gravy.. I think they think it might be gold or something. It would be really nice to at least have enough gravy to have with each bite of your biscuit but that was not the case today or even the first time I went there a couple months ago. Oh well. The gravy is really nothing to brag about. It's a sausage gravy with really no taste to it at all. I will think twice before I order that again from there. But maybe next time I will try one of those huge and what looks very delicious cinnamon rolls. read more

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Al and Ernie's is easily the best coffee shop around town. They have mouth watering pastries, delicious breakfast and lunch options, and there's something different and delightful about their coffee. It's just so smooth! Staff and service are great, they're always packed, so plan to wait a bit for a table if you go on a weekend. Overall, this place delivers quality service, fantastic products, and is cozy warm cafe! read more

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The coffees and baked goods are all amazing. I go here alot...the staff...not all...often make one feel as if they are a bother. When the average amount I spend here is $60...a smile abd a thank you would be nice. PS...the owner is ALWAYS exceptionally friendly and helpful! read more

I am always on a quest for the best cinnamon rolls. I've even driven to the coast just for a cinnamon roll that was recommended. I won't name the place, but it did not hold up to expectations. Al and Ernie's has been on my to-try list for over a year. I finally made it there and I am so happy I did. The cinnamon roll was AMAZING and definitely lived up to the reviews and the hype. Yum Yum Yum! read more

Extensive selection of delicious, beautiful pastries. Strong coffee. The ricotta hashbrown bake was SO tasty, full of flavor. Fast, friendly service. Very cute setup, plenty of seating. Kid friendly! This is a great spot. read more

AL & Ernie’s Bakery Cafe - Ricotta hash brown bake - Bakeries Near Me - Battle Ground, Washington

Absolutely amazing! Every pastry looks picturesque! Not only are they beautiful but 10/10 in the flavor department!

Cinnamon roll is 5 stars. Try everything else because it's pretty good too but oh man that cinnamon roll is legit! Good atmosphere and good pastries. Their menu has expanded and those lunch Sammie's look pretty good. Well executed and super cute place. Service is always good too, down home feel. Happy to have you in BG guys! read more

Excellent. Lin w going out the door. But fast and efficient Quiche Lorraine was the best! Will be going back! read more

If you haven't visited your local bakery... why haven't you?! Al's & Ernie's in Battle Ground is exactly the kind of spot that reminds you why small bakeries matter. Everything feels homemade, comforting, and made with care. Their cinnamon rolls are everything. Soft, warm, perfectly iced, the kind you think about later in the day and immediately regret not getting two. And if you're stopping by for something savory, their tomato soup with a grilled cheese on the side is the ultimate cozy combo. Simple, but done so well that it hits every single time. The bakery has that welcoming, hometown feel, and it's the kind of place you end up returning to without even thinking about it. Support local and treat yourself! Al's & Ernie's is 100% worth the visit. read more

Highly recommend this bakery in Battle Ground. An amazing assortment of pastries, breakfast, and lunch items. Large portions as well. The hash brown bake was loaded with ham, ricotta, peppers, and onions. The Americano was perfect. Busy so be prepared for a line, but it's worth it. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating as well. A little on the loud side for this large open space but the aesthetic is gorgeous. I will definitely be back soon. Highly recommend. read more

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Unfortunately, I am not a local I am from Boston and I spend a month out in battleground every summer. This past summer, I finally got to try. Al & Ernie's bakery Café. And all I can say is this place is absolutely divine and fantastic. The atmosphere is like no other everyone that works there is beyond friendly and helpful when it comes to trying to decide which of their many delicious treats to get. Their coffees are amazing. And their food is above and beyond. I had a pistachio croissant, which was so airy light in that delicious creamy pistachio filling was just the right balance, I also tried their strawberry cream croissant, and that reminded me of a strawberry shortcake, their regular chocolate croissants are also a must try if you like chocolate and finally, I had tried their pesto pasta salad after trying that I think I went back about seven or eight times just to get that the pasta almost taste like it was homemade and fresh. The pesto was out of this world and all the lettuce and tomatoes you could tell were freshly picked or freshly bought. I cannot recommend this place enough. I know when I go back next summer I will pretty much be living in there so I can try one of every single item they have because it is that good. The quality is just perfection. read more

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I just recently tried Al & Ernie's and I strongly recommend you do too if you haven't already! The service is always great too. This spot is pretty busy all the time, so prepare for a potential bit of a wait, but it's worth it! Other than that, the parking situation can be a little tough too (especially on weekends!) so plan accordingly! The vibe is casual and the space is nice and open and you don't feel like you're cramped in there which is great. If you go, anything you try I'm sure you'll like! But if you have to choose anything.. the cinnamon rolls are amazingggggg! But like I said, everything is.. so there is that! Haha read more

I was driving thru Battle Ground this morning & happened upon this bakery with lines out the door....so I had to try! What I discovered was a GEM of a bakery & restaurant! The owner greeted all guests & advised a 10 ish minute wait. I had to try the ricotta, potato hash & order my almond cornetto to go (along with a loaf of Italian Sourdough bread! Everything is delicious & the house coffee was amazing! The service was great! I will drive 50 minutes again & purchase the coffee beans & flour they sell! I WISH there was such a great bakery near my home!! read more

You know how when you see something, your brain already fills in what you think it's going to taste like? Everything here has always exceeded my brain's expectations. Which means that everything I have ever eaten or drank here has been better than I imagined. Everything is so fresh and delicious. Always. The espresso is pulled perfectly and I just keep thinking to myself that we are so lucky to have this little gem in our area. The people who work here are so friendly. You can see how busy it is. You can see the line is long and the work is unrelenting, but each and every person on staff gives you all of their attention and it makes it worth the wait. I have been here several times and every time I hear the people around me commenting about the vibe of Al & Ernie's being so on point. It's hip, but down to earth. It's small town, but big-time quality. It's new, but it's full of history. It's busy, but the owner will stop by your table for a chat. You're getting quality at Al & Ernie's. read more

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So far the latte is awesome! got the chocolate chip cookie, excited to come at lunch to try their food! update: the lattes and soups were only what i liked i dont like the sandwhiches i usually prefer like a cheddar cheese and all and a tomato soup is a must for the soup but you only get the daily soup.. service wa kind and nice great atmosphere! :) read more

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Checked out Al & Ernie's for the first time and I should have sooner. From fresh bread & cinnamon rolls to quiche, you can find it all here. The menu is stacked with options for the entire family and you will feel right at home. This is by far one of the best bakeries I've been to since living in Battleground. read more

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Man. Man . Man. I absolutely love this place. The atmosphere is amazing. Huge spacing that can be used as family gathering as well as work space. The pastries... omg.. all amazing. It's all made in here and you can tell. The taste is very authentic and homemade. Staff here.. always amazing. I know everyday isn't a good day but everyday I've been here they have been having a good day it seems. Seems like I found a place that I absolutely love to support as they support my taste buds :) Again everything here is amazing.! read more

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Can I give 6 stars? 10 stars? I wish I could eat here every morning. The atmosphere is beautiful, spacious, and clean, filled with lovely and friendly people who all feel like you know them already. Even though it was PACKED the line went quick, and we actually got a table through I doubted we'd be able to. The macchiato was amazing and strong, with incredible foam. The pistachio cream filled cornetto was DIVINE. And it wasn't too sweet. Do you realize how hard it is to find a sweet that's not too sweet? With loads of the perfectly balanced filling too. Oh my goodness. The owner was so kind, the place had babies and kids smiling everywhere, I mean if heaven has coffee shops, this would be one of them. read more

Enjoyed our food- great ham baguette & cinnamon rolls! While in line to order, you can get your items heated- but the line takes a long time to pay for your order, so your food ends up cold again. We really did not like the suggestion of leaving a tip! You move through a cafeteria style line, pick up coffee orders at the counter and also bus your own table. They should remove this from their register. Ambiance is nice & clean. read more

AL & Ernie’s Bakery Cafe - Jambon on baguette - Bakeries Near Me - Battle Ground, Washington

Great service and wonderful food. Highly recommend their hash brown bake and pastries.

Edit: A bunch of cowards complained about this review trying to force it to be taken down. I removed the mention of the OPB article so hoping that stops your tears, you giant and soft babies. The food here is bad and here is why. Breakfast sandwiches: I remember loving the first sandwich I tried, but each subsequent sandwich I ordered was a bit worse until I could no longer stand them. The main issue is salt. I'm not one to mind a little too much salt, but the final sandwich was nearly inedible due to the salt content. Cronuts: And again, I remember enjoying these initially. Pretty sure we most often got the nutellaesque ones. But again it just seemed like the quality dropped, in particular the filling. On my last and final one, it left a waxy feeling which from what I understand...indicates the use of vegetable shortening (Crisco) instead of butter. I'm not reviewing the random cookies and wrapped treats as I assume they're not made on premise, rotate, and to me there is no expectation of quality if you're buying wrapped baked goods. I was torn between 1 or 2 stars, and started this on 2 but I have to go with a 1. I'm sure the people are nice and eating in has a solid ambiance based on the other reviews, but strictly based on taste...it's a 1. McDonald's is more palatable and cheaper. I recommend Devs just a few blocks down Main Street for breakfast sandwiches. You'll have to leave BG for solid baked goods, unfortunately. read more

I loved the space itself - super cute However the food honestly is pretty mid. When I spend what $10 on a breakfast sandwich I expect a real egg. The frozen microwaved egg patty and sausage patty was pretty disappointing for the price. The pastries were decent however! Coffee was tasty as well. I also just genuinely hated the "flow" of the restaurant. Why are you giving me a table number if you're just yelling out my order to come get it ? Make it make sense! And that was a whole other thing I ordered 2 drinks and 2 breakfast "plates" you called me up there 4 separate times and I literally sat down, got up, sat down, got up, sat down, got up, sat down got up sat down finally one last time. It's annoying just reading that yeah? That's what happened Just wait a darn minute till at least both drinks are ready or the entire order. Just overall I'd say disorganized as hell and not well thought out on the concept or design (why is there no menu above where you actually order?!?) read more

Rude checkout girl. Food on the menu is often not available. Seating is insufficient for load. And I don't want my money being used to support their ideology. read more

Visiting from Miami, Florida, and my mom recommended this spot--and it absolutely did not disappoint. The food was amazing; I had a cinnamon roll and a sandwich, both of which were delicious. We did have a small issue at first, but the owners immediately came out, fixed it without hesitation, and made sure everything was perfect. You can truly tell they care about their customers. We'll definitely be back! read more

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The coffee was decent but not great. The biscuits and gravy were just ok as was the advacado toast. The quiche was good with great flavor. I don't think I'll be back for a second time. read more

Parking Pie: was told if you order a specific pie slice you see in the case you get pie but not always the same kind of pie Food did not deliver, had to ask if I got overlooked then they brought my order Terrible acoustics; hard to visit with your guests Had to STAND in line for 10 - 15 minutes to order. Had to find own table. Sit at tables with others and unruly children. read more

Great service! Inviting environment. We got Bagel sandwiches and the Cardamom Bun...yum. The chive cream cheese on the bagel is a bit overpowering, but that's a personal preference. read more

AL & Ernie’s Bakery Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Battle Ground, Washington

Such a great addition to Battleground. The Cinnamon Rolls were BOMB!!! Delicious Sourdough bread too. Looking forward to a bagel sandwich soon. Forgot to take pictures before I ate both cinnamon rolls and yes I did share with my wife.... read more