Love this place. It is a weekly stop for bread. I've tried many of their breads and found them all to be excellent. I also enjoy many of their pastries, with the cinnamon roll and chocolate croissant two of my favs. The people here are also helpful in guiding your purchase if you are not sure what type of bread to try. Friendly and knowledgable. read more

I was excited to try out Bread by Crispelli. I mean who doesn't love bread? I love me some carbs! #sorrynotsorry The place looks beautiful from the outside. They did a great job with design. Walking in the door it smells wonderful. The shop is set up that you can see things being baked/cooked throughout the day. I picked up a cinnamon roll, croissant and a cannoli (because I can never turn down a cannoli). So, while I think its awesome that the cannoli is ricotta filled and filled upon ordering, something majorly turned me off. When I ordered the cannoli the girl behind the counter grabbed a big ol' box of pre made bulk cannoli shells. Like something you could buy from Gordon Food Services. Major turn off. I thought everything was made in house? And if its not...maybe try to hide that everything isn't made in house by taking the shells out of the box ahead of time? My cinnamon roll and croissant were just fine. My 7 year old devoured most of the cinnamon roll. Honestly - nothing really wowed me and the whole cannoli thing left a bad taste in my mouth. I don't see myself rushing back anytime soon. read more

I'm a big fan. The pastries are consistently baked and always delicious. The service is always friendly and inviting, and the breads are fantastic. Love this place. read more

The bread is excellent, the muffins and cookies delicious. The people who work there are very nice and helpful. The service is horrible. I had to wait in line to get one loaf of bread and because they only have 1 register I had to wait a half 25 minutes in line. In this day and age you could have some one help with an iphone check out. That is why the lines go out the door. Their service needs to step up. read more

Stopped in around brunch time on a weekend, and it was busy, but not packed. Plenty of seats available inside and out. We ordered sweet pastries, coffee, and a cookie. All were delicious and buttery! Their bread selection was varied and fresh. Will definitely be coming back to pick some up to go with a meal. Prices looked very reasonable. read more

My favorite bakery. The breads have all been fantastic as well as any pastries I've tried. They have the best Danish this side of New York City. The two sandwiches I've had were wonderful, the Italian meats and the Fresh motzerella and tomato. Do yourself a favor and pop in sometime read more

My sister loves this place and wanted their bread at her wedding. I called and placed an order with them on Sunday and came and picked it up on Thursday morning. They had everything ready to go when I got there and when I asked for an almond croissant for the drive up they threw it in for free! Staff was very friendly, the bread looks amazing and that was the best almond croissant I've ever had! I will definitely be in again for my own bread! read more

A gem. I've made this place my go to. If your looking for lunch this is not your place. But if your looking for gourmet pastries and coffee with a loaf of EPI (the bread that looks like a vine of rolls cut from a baguette) then look no further. This place reminds me of coming right out of the pier in San Francisco. You can't go wrong with any of their pastries the baker is true authentic French. Everything has that perfect flaky crunch. Tell Thelma Jordan sent you. read more

This is the bakery I've been looking for my whole life. The staff is always smiling, the baked goods are delicious, and the coffee is the best you've ever tasted. (And refills are free!) Bread's bright and low-key environment make it the perfect spot for all my coffeeshop needs. The little cafe tables are just right for coffee dates, and the big tables make an excellent coworking space. Half the time, I grab a loaf of challah for dinner, too. You can't ask for better than Bread. And you won't find a better bakery anywhere. PS: Try the chocolate-cherry scone! You won't regret it. read more

Just added sandwiches to the menu and they are amazing! Staff is great and the owner and/or manager came over and asked us for criticism and we couldn't think of one thing to say. Definitely check it out! read more

Fast service, great pastries, and delicious Great Lakes coffee. They also have free parking unlike most of Royal Oak. Recommended!

Sooo delicious. Their chocolate cake is to die for, everything is always fresh and exceptionally baked. Staff is friendly and the place is always clean and neat. I love the clear glass by the baking station so you can have a look. read more

Great people working here, pastries are tasty and cheap, and the coffee is great. My go to coffee house in Royal Oak!

I am giving Crispelli's 4 stars based on my overall positive impression of the place but acknowledge that I have only tried 1 item thus far. I ran in mid afternoon to grab something sweet (before I join the gym next week and cut back on my dessert intake-wish me luck). The selection was pretty limited by that time but I settled on a piece of their lemon pound cake (which I had been eyeing at my local Westborn market at a price of $16 for only half of the bundt cake-yowza better be amazing!!). Slice was about $4 which seemed right. I enjoyed it but just wish the glaze had a brighter more tart lemon flavor. Crispelli's bills their offerings as "affordable gourmet" and overall prices seem good especially for Royal Oak. Looking forward to trying their rustic breads which look amazing on display as you first enter. The shop is bright and airy with glass windows providing an open view of the bakers practicing their craft. I plan to return soon to meet a friend for breakfast and will update my review. read more

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Love this place! Super cute and has such yummy quiches. I go here a lot for breakfast and they have tables outside in the summer. The only thing is their blackboard menu isn't usually up to date so you just have to ask what they have. read more

Our experience last week: we wanted some day-old challah bread for a bread pudding to be made on last Saturday. My wife called Bread on Wednesday last week explaining that we couldn't get there during business hours during the week. She asked if they could set aside 2 loaves on Friday for pickup on Saturday morning. The friendly, helpful person on the phone told her no problem and got my wife's name. You know what's coming next, given the rating. We go to Bread on Saturday morning. The woman there said they don't sell day old bread; and my wife explained to her the agreed-deal detailed above. She said No They Don't Do That. She wouldn't even check to see if loaves were set aside. Had the phone lady said this, I wouldn't have written this review. But she was customer-oriented and led us to believe Bread would come through - making other arrangements with Star Bakery or some other place unnecessary. Of course, the hyper-shabby treatment by the woman on Saturday was unexpected and unacceptable. read more

Lovely design, delicious bread, tasty pastries, friendly service. A great place to have a coffee and relax !!

One of our favorite weekend breakfast spots! Hot coffee and all things bread, how can you go wrong. Their pastries are wonderful. Fun for kids to watch things being made. Took one star off because unless it's summer and outside seating is open it's very limited and the counter service is a bit meh... Usually a long line and if you have some request like "I want my cinnamon roll warm" don't expect them to hop to it. read more

I don't give many 5 stars, but this place has delicious croissants and coffee. Closest thing we've ever had to a boulangerie in Paris. Great people and service. Will come back again. read more

Staff is outstanding in the morning. Great Lakes coffee and amazing pastries. The ham and cheese croissants premise couldn't be better for breakfast. Haven't tried any of the bread but have a great selection. Outstanding little place with a cool facade. read more

I've always wanted to stop in, and I'm so glad I finally did. Already love it. This place is so charming and simple. Went in to pick up a few cannolis for a friend and ended up leaving with TWELVE cannolis, SIX tarts and TWO baguettes -- and I don't regret any of it. One baguette was gone within two hours of being home because friends and I couldn't stop eating it. Everything was excellent. The staff even more so. Kayla and Leah were super sweet and patient while I took forever to choose stuff. Kayla also talked about how everything was made, how to keep it fresh at home and mentioned how they donate leftovers to local charities, churches, fire stations, etc. Umm...yes. All the bonus points. Long story short, great place. Looking forward to spending some weekend mornings there. read more

So incredibly good. The turkey and horseradish cheddar croissant is simply amazing. While pricey, Bread is worth every penny for a memorable morning treat. read more

Goat croissants and glory sandwiches. This place is just too damn good. Bread by is always on top of their game

great coffee spot! i had a cappuccino and chocolate chip cookie and it was perfection. you have to come in the morning or early afternoon if you want to pick up a loaf of sour dough bread-it seems to be a favorite! read more

Love the bread, the desserts and it's a great quite spot to meet a friend for coffee...

terrible setup for ordering. the "cafeteria style" yelling at you when you're food is ready was cute at first. Now it's a little stupid.

I'm giving Bread 3 starts because I absolutely love their bread! Their sourdough options are amazing and they make them with a natural starter (which we're obsessed with). I recommend plain sourdough, the olive loaf, and the rosemary potato loaf. Seriously...this bread will change your life. But, I have to call out the negative...their sanitary practices during COVID season are disappointing. I stop by the bakery bi-weekly to pick up bread for my family and my parent, and I've noticed the bread making staff (some of them, not all...but we're all in this together, right?) with their masks below their nose, touching their masks just before touching the bread again, eating near the product, using their gloves to touch the bread, then take credit cards from customers. They don't seem to care very much about sanitation, even though they make it a point to tell you they're wearing masks (something they didn't start using until months after the pandemic started). I've called the manager previously to make her aware of what I was seeing, and she said she would talk to her staff...but I haven't seen any change. read more

I was searching all over for the perfect croissant and I've finally found it! The sleek yet rustic look of the interior is perfect and inviting. It is quiet enough to read a book in peace. The croissant with turkey and horseradish cheddar was perfection. I can't wait to go back and try all of their breads! They use great lakes roasting coffee as well. read more

This place is SO good! Love coming here on the weekends to smell freshed baked goods and enjoy a Great Lakes Company cup of coffee. My fiance and I always order a chocolate croissant, banana bran muffin and a cinnamon roll. Love how they taste and it's consistently delicious. Why am I giving it a 3 star? Their customer service. I was fairly disappointed in how they treated a customer before me. She had ordered a smoothie, an iced coffee and a pastry of some sort. When she was told the total, she was shocked because it didn't reflect the prices displayed on the board. As a business, the right thing to do is HONOR what is displayed and make sure the prices displayed is correct after. It is so wrong of you to take advantage of customers like that just because "costs went up". Not cool. So I understood why the lady in front of me was upset, I would have been too. read more

One is to good for the experience today the counter staff is rude and very uniformed about products, and lacks that traditional bakery feel one has come to expect. We will not be returning anytime soon. read more

First visit was great! We went back a second time and it was very disappointing. Just a heads up, when your customer ask for the quiche to be heated up, the quiche should be above room temperature. Chocolate croissant was good minus the powdered sugar. read more

I just tried one of their new lunch sandwiches, pastrami and provolone on a baguette, with other perfect additions I couldn't identify. Delicious. Came home with my big, fresh loaf of sourdough bread and dessert. We are lucky to have Bread by Crispelli's on Main Street in Royal Oak! read more

If you are a fan of Crispelli's pizza, then you are a fan of Bread by Crispelli's. This bakery offers a wide arrange of baked goods from sweet pastries to different assortments of bread. The few items that I got were all very good, especially the croissant, which was extremely buttery and flaky (not for those on a diet!). It's not very close to the downtown area of Royal Oak, but I can see myself walking to here from my home and just relaxing in the small cafe area they have. The interior is new and modern and the staff was friendly. I was a bit disappointed that they did not have a wider selection of individual savory baked goods, but I'm just being nick-picky. I will be definitely coming back to try their other selections! read more

A great little spot for.. You guessed it, bread! Also desserts and coffee and tasty treats.

My new favorite place! The bread and pastries are phenomenal. This has quickly become a regular stop for us. Tip: the chocolate croissants and the lemon Rosemary bread are the best. read more

I discovered their coffee cakes and even though I have tried many of their pastries ( which are great), I can not leave without a coffee cake. No matter what I came to get. They are a 10 out of 5 stars. I have even gotten out of bed early to make sure I get a cheese one. read more

Very solid bakery items! You will not be disappointed with the baked good. I think the warm food options leave something to be desired. I know they are a bakery and I should judge on that, but then they should stop making and reheating the quiches and just focus on the pastries. Because it is clear the pastries are top priority and the warm food options are second. The coffee is good - from Great Lakes roasters in Detroit! I will be back - good to have around the neighborhood. read more

I try my best to be gluten free. I mostly have an allergy to yeast, however I was advised to avoid gluten and they pretty much go hand in hand, except yeast is in more foods. FML. I watched a documentary about artisan breads and how bakers use natural fermentation rather than commercial yeast to raise the bread. I decided to check it out. I purchased a loaf of sourdough because it has the least amount of commercial yeast and gluten. The bread was delicious and although I ate half the loaf I didn't get too sick. I was not completely without symptoms but I have been sick from a few bites of regular bread so I will attempt to eat this bread again. I wish they would teach a class as I would love to learn but would also continue to buy from them and dine at the restaurants. read more

Because it seems like no one ever leaves a business a review when they do a GOOD job.. here goes: What a pleasant introduction I had to this new bakery this week. Well decorated, clean and inviting.. and that was before I even ordered. How nice it was to be helped by a friendly and engaging employee, while at the same time getting to enjoy some of the best pastry and fine dessert outside of the French patisseries I dream of but never find in the states. The Lattes are interesting, the pastry chef makes and Opera ( pastry ) to die for and it's super awesome to give my latte money to a local business instead of Starbucks. Good job guys! You have a regular coming your way :) read more

Easily the best croissant you can get in The area. The atmosphere is so cute. I love the rolling pin chandelier! The bread is really awesome too. Just a few things though... 1. They should have named this place Crisp by Crispellis. 2. They need to serve awesome toast with their bread with different toppings. Avocado toast anyone?! Hummus toast?! That would be so good. I could see this place really elevating if they added simple food items on top of their sweets. read more