I was literally driving down Virginia when I rolled down my window and asked one of the ladies who work there if the sourdough bread was good. She smiled, walked over to my car, and handed me a box of assorted pastries and said, "Today is your lucky day!" When I tell you everything in that box was absolutely delicious, I mean it! Every pastry was fresh, flavorful, and made with care. What started as a simple question turned into one of the kindest customer experiences I've had. Today truly felt like a blessed day because I stumbled upon an amazing local bakery with incredible people. Their generosity and hospitality made my day, and they've definitely earned a lifelong customer. If you haven't been to Bresnan Bread & Bakery yet, do yourself a favor and stop by. You'll find amazing baked goods and even better people! read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

You wouldn't necessarily expect elite pizza from a bakery, but Bresnan's has the most delicious pizza, at least in my opinion. The crust is made from sourdough, and the cheese, sauce, everything about it is just amazing. All of their pastries are delicious too, but I honestly go for the pizza. It has this crispy, thin sourdough crust, and I normally don't even eat pizza crust, but I eat every bite of this one. The people there are also so friendly and helpful. I believe the owner helped me today and offered to expedite my whole pizza so I didn't have to wait long. Amazing service! Highly recommend! read more

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This place was absolutely packed on a saturday morning wow. Really reminds me of my favorite bakery in Houston. So many different pastries here, only wished I was able to sample more but that's the bane of solo traveling! Fantastic line up of chocolate almond, pain au chocolate, and traditional crossiants. Got the: NY style Spicy Soppressat pizza slice - 4/5 IMO. It definitely does remind me of NY pizza. Quite large slices, generous meat portion, crust/dough was great and as i expected from a bakery! Veggie quiche: 2/5. Honestly really could have gone without this. The redeeming factor is the crust was great but I was hoping for more flavor from a veggie quiche. I know there's no meat as its a veggie quiche but it was pretty bland overall Chocolate almond crossiant: 5/5 now this was so worth. From cross referencing google reviews it looks like this place is more known for their crossiants and it was great and worth it. Flaky, perfect filling, I think this was my personal highlight here Overall I like their chocolate almond crossiant and this would probably be what brings me back! read more

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TLDR; amazing pastries and breads, even better customer service! Patronize them and buy everything! I cannot remember the last time a business went above and beyond for me. I've worked in retail my entire life from groceries to luxury goods, and to say that I'm impressed is saying a lot. Most small businesses strive to do more for their customers out here, and we all appreciate it! But leave it to me to show up for the first time and not be parked close enough to keep my dog in the car with the air on. We couldn't find parking close enough. But he's also an extremely skittish rescue and it shows. I saw two women on the side of the building, clearly working. They looked like they were discussing business so I asked them if there was any way I could place an order online for pickup. They don't do same day order pickups. That's fine - they're clearly always busy. One of the women suggested that I could tie my dog to one of the posts they had along the sidewalk. But the other woman saw my hesitation and told me that she's a dog person and didn't mind holding his leash while I ran inside. This angel of a human clearly saw how relieved I was when she offered that option so we did just that. The very long and stocked glass display inside has multiple postings of what the offerings of the day are. The girls behind the register were extremely patient and sweet. It's busy on a weekday even so make sure to mosey over to the side if you're still deciding, like me. After I ordered a few items, I was talking to the girl who rung me up and it turns out the owner was out there being accommodating to me, the frazzled customer lol Country sour boule - 10/10 perfection Salted chocolate chunk cookie - 9/10 cooked a bit more than I prefer but generous on the chocolate chunks and the bits of salt and cardamom (?) take it to an artisanal level for sure. Subtle enough and not overpowering Roasted tomato danish with basil pesto and mozzarella - 10/10 thinking about this right before lunch is making me hungry. The laminated layers of pastry paired with pesto, tomatoes, and mozzarella bits are a mini gourmet savory treat! Roasted pineapple and passionfruit danish - 10/10 if you don't like tart, I would advise staying away from this one since it packs a very good punch. The passionfruit custard is generously applied throughout and while I'm not a passionfruit fan, I would get this again. Not after I try everything else on the menu first though! Things that I'll pre order and be back to try include, but aren't limited to: pain au chocolat, cinnamon rolls, jambon buerre, snickerdoodle cookie, ok never mind I literally want to try everything. Plus the pizza slices that looked amazing! I'll be back. Try and keep me away! read more

The moment I stepped inside I was transported back to one of my favorite places back home in San Diego. The smell of fresh bread spread a smile that spread across my face. I was so joyfully greeted on this cloudy & rainy morning. I immediately wanted one of everything, so I asked for a moment to take in all the wonderful offerings and make my selection. I immediately knew I wanted fresh bread to take home & selected the cinnamon raisin bread loaf. They kindly sliced it for me before bagging it up. I also chose the Banana Nut Muffin with Chocolate Chips. I planned to take my goodies home, but barely made it to the car before I dig into the muffin and ended uo finishing the entire thing in the car - it was SOOO good and so filling! When I got home I dug into the bread. My favorite bread back home was the raisin hazelnut and Bresnan's cinnamon raisins is better! Full of soft raisins the bread, while I hate this word can't think of a better description, was moist. I ate another slice and then my son (picky eater) asked for a bite. He was so impressed he asked for a slice. It's been 24hrs and there are 3 slices left! I may have to go back again this week to get another loaf. There will be many more reviews of Bresenan to come as I plan to go back and try other breads as well as the baked goods and cookies. I also plan to bring a book on one of these visits. Maybe set up in the beautiful window seats or a cozy and quiet table to enjoy my fresh baked treat with a coffee and relax. read more

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You have to get their early for sure. I went around noon on a weekend and all the sourdough had disappeared. My wife and I make the trip from Van Alstyne early just to enjoy the sourdough there. We use it for soups, stews, and then for sandwiches! read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Great assortment - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

When I walked out this morning, I had to thank the staff. Not just for kindness and delicious food, but for existing in the first place. Bresnan has become my home away from home in a lot of ways. I run here in the mornings for breakfast sandwiches and coffee. I drive in the afternoons for slices of pizza. I even come again on weekends during long walks with my daughter. This place used to be mine when I first discovered it, but now it's somewhere for my daughter and I to connect and spend time together. I love exploring new pastries and baked goods with her. I even love it more when my wife tags along to take us both out of our comfort zone with a new flavor bomb. I'm never disappointed, only satisfied. Please enjoy, spread the love, and don't forget to keep supporting local businesses like this. They do so much more than bake goods. read more

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I love Bresnan so much! Genuinely amazing people who run this bakery with high quality pastries and a huge space to sit. I have had everything from the butter croissants to the danishes to the full size quiche (amazing for Xmas by the way!!). My favorite pastry is the kouign amann, followed by the delicious blueberry cream cheese danish and broccoli cheddar quiche. Their coffee is also notably good, with a happy balance between coffee and sweetness. My only warning is that they often sell out of pastries - so get there earlier if you don't want to be disappointed! read more

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Excellent little bakery in the heart of McKinney. The bread is fresh and. Very tasty and the baked goods.....yum. From the chicken pot pie handpie to the pineapple passionfruit Danish, they have original flavors that work. Its probably a good thing I don't live closer or I might go broke. read more

The lemon olive oil loaf has such an intense lemon flavor. I LOVE that bread!! The best I've had. The cream cheese pastry/danish leaves you thinking about it all week. The people there are so friendly and welcoming as well. Highly recommend. read more

Things are really good here. I need 85 characters. Please eat here sometime soon. The coffee is good and there's a lot of bread around.

We visited this place on a lazy Saturday morning! After hearing about the bakery on IG we were excited to try it! Far warning though, they were sold out of many of their popular items by 10:30 AM. We got to try a ham and cheese croissant and a pain au chocolat! They were both the perfect combination of buttery and flakey! We got the pair as a perfect set of sweet and savory. We took the pain au chocolat home and warmed it up and it was even better! We also got a few ice vanilla lattes to go and they were delicious! You can tell that they make their syrups in house! We also took a Toffee and Pecan Sticky Bun home to try later and it did not disappoint! The flavor is delicious but it is a bit dense and a lot to eat at once so it was a perfect shareable treat! While the store is small the line does move quickly and the service is great! I'm excited to visit once the expansion is finished! I will definitely be back to try a few more of the danishes, cookies, and breads! read more

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On a Sunday morning stroll in search of coffee- I literally watched them open the doors out onto Louisiana Street and the smell hit me. Walked across and checked it out. The bread smells great! They took my order immediately- a raspberry-lemon danish and a cinnamon role (HUGE). Would like more raspberry on the danish, but it was light and delightful. The cinnamon role was pull apart good, with a creamy cream cheese icing. Really good! Don't know when I'll be back to McKinney, but can't wait to try some more of their offerings. read more

TLDR: LOVE the place, highly recommend. Make sure to have your order repeated back to you! My husband and I love this place. Clean, friendly, homey. Smells like fresh baked bread and goodies every time you open the door. Pastries are SO WORTH IT. They also have seasonal items: - super tangy passion fruit/pineapple danish -refreshing tomato basil danish -fun lemon/raspberry meringue danish We love the ham and cheese croissant too(year round) Giving it 5 stars because we still love it. But had a bad customer service experience today. Ordered a bunch of pastries for 2. We were asked by cashier if we wanted our "tomato danish and elote danish to be heated" Us: "yes, except the tomato danish, pls" Paid and tipped. All was dandy. Went to a table to patiently wait when my husband realized they didn't add the tomato danish(about 1 minute after transaction) He had to get back in line to ask what the mix up was and order it again. Cashier told him she misunderstood that we "didn't want the tomato danish". We didn't get the danish because it sold out (Understandably so, it's super yummy) while my husband was in line. As folks from the industry, we understand mishaps can happen, we still love this place and will still come back. This experience was just disappointing and could have been completely avoided. In the future maybe have cashiers repeat orders back. Which is usually normal for most/all food related businesses. read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Top: Left: lemon-raspberry meringue danish Right: elote danish Bottom left: blueberry danish Right: pineapple/passionfruit coconut danish - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

Best bakery in town. I'm so happy it's close by. My personal favorites are the quiche and coffee cake - but the breads are to die for! We recently ordered the Thanksgiving pumpkin pie which was a hit! read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

I got a salted chocolate cookie and a cinnamon roll. I was a bit disappointed with both as they each felt they were a day or 2 old. I was excited to try them out and made the drive. I chose them over my usual spot that's a bit a ways but tbh ima keep making that drive. This place didn't blow me away, cookie was damn near what felt stale and the cinnamon roll was cold. Flavor was ehh. read more

I am not going to waste my time writing the same great things about Bresnan Bread and Pastry that have already been said. What I will say is a quote from my wife. The Blueberry Danish is the most sinful thing in Texas. She has to go to confession every time she eats one. She goes to confession A LOT. read more

Yes, this is still an amazing place to enjoy pastries & breakfast items, but....... Two things, why in the world wouldn't they heat their bacon and scallion scones, truly 100% better and I would imagine is no problem to do for dine in customers! Also, the lady at the register was extremely helpful and kind whereas the lady where you pick up your selection of certain items needs a lesson in politeness. Kindness goes along way! read more

Bresnan is one of our favorite bakeries to go to in DFW. It has a great location in McKinney Square where you can walk up to it from anywhere there. They usually sell out pretty quick on the weekends and there's always a line but it's definitely worth it to get there early. Our favorite things to get are the seasonal danishes. Yuzu citrus, blueberry, and pistachio are among our go-tos. They have the best sourdough we've had here. We go for the country sour (oval) and the inside is very airy and springy while the crust is very crunchy. It has the perfect balance and tastes so good straight up or toasted with butter and honey. It's always a great experience going here and it really does feel like a European neighborhood bakery serving up high-quality pastries and breads with a Texas twist. read more

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The sourdough pizza, wow!! Go early, place gets packed! One if the many gems in downtown McKinney.

My wife had told me how delicious their breads were, so the other morning I wanted a scone and Bresnan's had them on their menu. Note to future scone seekers... don't do it, you will be disappointed as we were. Their scones are more like a pastry. Oh well... lesson learned! I'll stick to their breads. read more

Was hankering some sourdough... and the only place near us is the Coppell farmers market. Today we got the fennel raisin sourdough. Holy F*uK -- this loaf blew my mind, I had it toasted with just butter.. but it shined with a ham/turkey/cheddar/fig jam application like nothing! WOOT. As a San Franciscan who knows her sourdoughs, I applaud Brendan for (literally) a taste of home! read more

Every pastry I had here was exceptional. I wish I lived in McKinney. The cookies the perfect amount of softness with a crisp, the cinnamon rolls makes you wish you bought 3, the savory tarts fantastic. The service is sweet and patient. I went when they were building out the place and it was still a great experience. read more

I was so excited to go to this place! I've been wanting to go for months. Sadly, my experience wasn't the best...I went around lunch time and almost everything was sold out, which says a lot about how good the bakery is, but that didn't leave me with too many options. I got the quiche and I'm not sure if this was my mistake and maybe I should've asked for them to heat it for me...but it was cold, like cold from the fridge,so I didn't get to eat it. I carried it back to work and put in the fridge then took it home...but then just threw it away...wasn't sure I wanted to eat eggs that had been carried around all day. I heard their pizza is really good, so maybe I'll give that a try. read more

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Our favorite bakery! So glad it's located in charming downtown McKinney. Come early for the most variety. Service is great. Sometimes the lines get long, and they do sell out of items. There is not a spot to eat there - make sure to get sourdough bread and pastries. read more

We were walking by this pastry shop and my son just had to have a cinnamon roll! It was bigger than his hand, and he was in love. The ham and Swiss croissant had the perfect toasted crust on the outside and soft on the inside, my daughter tore that up! Both were delicious and I see why it was so busy. They had us in and out quick though! Located in downtown McKinney so a great spot to sit outside at a table or bench and enjoy breakfast. read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Cinnamon roll and ham and Swiss croissant - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

We adore Bresnan's. It's our favorite weekend treat! Bring a few extra dollars, because you'll be tempted to buy more than you need. Coffee is also great - they make a lot of their syrups in house. read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Danish and croissants - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

Baked items are always the freshest of the fresh. Service is top notch even in the busiest if times. Pizza Pie by the slice is awesome. Get there early. When the pizza is gone it's gone. Very interactive ambiance with visuals of the working bakery. read more

This is the cutest bakery in McKinney downtown. Love their croissants, the almond and chocolate one are so good. They also have seasonal vegetable and fruit pastries (savory and sweet), we tried the rhubarb and tarragon pastry which was unlike anything I have ever had. Also wild mushroom and cheese pastry with basil sauce was so so good! We go here often, pick some coffee and croissants and pastries and head to the park with our kid. Love this place! Yet to try their breads! The menu looks so good. Highly recommend thjs place! read more

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I had a friend visiting from out of town and she told me she really wanted a cardamom bun. So I went to work to find a place we could go. Bresnan was the one place that kept popping up, so we drove all the way from Carrollton to check out some delicious pastries. We got the orange cardamom bun, the kouign amann, sour cream coffee cake, and cream cheese danish. Everything was so pretty and delicious! I thought the coffee cake was my favorite but the kouign amann really grew on me and was still very good even the day after. It's a bit of a drive from our place but we might be back when we want really good pastries. read more

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A wonderful staple to downtown McKinney! The staff is always welcoming and you cannot go wrong with whatever you pick to eat!

Just over a year since I've been here and they are going strong. A lot of appetizing,if not pricey options for your morning pleasure. I went for the toasted almond croissant. The choice was hard because everything is literally artisanal gourmet. At $5.75 I hesitated slightly but went for it. Glad I did.... bakery perfection. The only thing keeping away the fifth star is,price a little too high and for counter service that takes 10 seconds,I don't want to see the tip request options on the point of sale device. I stuck a dollar bill in the jar. I recommend you.... read more

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I have been here twice now. The line at the door is a sign as to how good it is. I've only had pastries so far, but both were good. Cheese danish & almond croissant. Both were fresh and delicious. Not small either. :) will be back for sure! read more

My favorite bakery! Their cinnamon raisin bread is out of this world! So good! All of their pastries are delicious! I love their London fog since they use Harney and Sons tea and in the summer they have this mouth watering strawberry basil juice that is already missed. Suggest getting there early as they sell out quick. They offer pre-order and you can find them at Coppell farmers market every Saturday. They just expanded their space and opened a little cafe to enjoy their pastries. Can't wait to visit again! read more

We buy their pastries weekly at the Coppell Farmers Market and they are hands down the best we have ever had. That coming from a croissant connoisseur! The people selling the breads are always super helpful and friendly! Our favorites are the cream cheese danish, monkey bread, plain croissant, and chocolate croissant! read more

Ok I've written how great this bakery is before. Their pastries and everything for breakfast are still outstanding. I usually hit it up a couple of times a month. BUT, now after getting pizza twice from their Friday night pizza, I'm comfortable saying this is the best pizza in DFW. I love pizza and this is closest to good NY pizza as I've found here. Nice crispy crust. The salad they do for pizza night is also great. So don't miss out on the pizza in addition to wonderful pastries. read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Pizza is ridiculous. Best I've had in DFW and I've had most of the best places in DFW. - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

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Delicious. They are absolutely awesome at what they do! & make such outstanding bakery. Closed Monday's & Tuesdays. Open Wednesday-Sundays read more

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This is quickly becoming a staple in our household. All of the baked goods we have tried have been fantastic and do NOT sleep on their pizza!! Each week we set an alarm to order our Friday night sourdough pizza and it is always a hit!! They are located in downtown McKinney so definitely stop in if you're out and about but don't be surprised if they are sold out, get there early because their treats are THAT GOOD!! read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Cheese pie - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

This place is awesomeness! You can tell the people that worked there really care about what they're doing. You need to get there early or make an order away in advanced to get what you want. It is truly a treat. I enjoyed chocolate croissant. They also have a savory pastry, Pork Carnitas. I have ordered that two different times very good. Ate it cold the first time and heated it up the second time. I always feel very welcomed in this bakery... and the staff is very knowledgeable about their products. I have not eaten in the establishment. I've always taken my things to go. however, they do have a nice area so you can sit with your friends have coffee and pastry seems very quaint. read more

Bresnan Bread and Pastry - Cream cheese, danish behind that is the chocolate croissant, remnants of cinnamon roll. - Bakeries Near Me - McKinney, Texas

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4.9 ??? I wanna know who doesn't think this bakery is 5+!!! Wow!!! There aren't enough words to describe all of the delicate delicious breads and pastries at this shop. A French bakery is alive and well on the McKinney Square. There was an actual Frenchman ordering pastries the day we were there - that's a huge nod. If I lived in McKinney, I would eat here every day. We had a chocolate croissant, the monkey bread, a lemon roll & I had a savory quiche. it was tempting to order two of everything. What a gem You will find us here every time we visit McKinney! Very friendly crew and you get to watch them create the magic. read more