Absolutely my favorite bakery. Everything is fresh and scrumptious. If I could give them 10 stars I would. Deb is awesome and I feel like a friend as well as a customer!! read more

Love love love the food and everyone that works there is always so cheery. Nice place to grab lovely pastries.

I've been to a lot of lovely bakeries but this little place blew me away. Visiting from California with my besties and we loved the gorgeous selection of pastries and super friendly young women staffing the shop. What a treat! (And they accept Apple Pay which is always a plus) read more

Only good things about Deb's and the wonderful people that work there! I have been going to debs ever since moving to middletown with my family and we love it so much. There are so many options within their menu and some things I have never even heard of before, all delicious and very consistent. I have experience going before covid and now even with their QR ordering, it is so easy and clearly shows exactly all the details on how to order to how to pick up. When you do pick up your order you will always be greeted with a smile! If I could give them more stars I would! If you live out of the area dont let that stop you from visiting Deb's, you won't regret it!!! read more

Deb's Artisan Bakehouse - Top left: chocolate croissant | top right: French apple pie brioche | bottom left: Jésuite Pastry | bottom right: Chocolate Chip Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Middletown, Maryland

OMG I don't even know where to start. This place is just amazingly delicious. EVERYTHING, LITERALLY EVERYTHING is delicious! The Quiche Lorraine, Morning Buns and more are a must. Deb and her team are super friendly and form an amazing team! read more

Deb's Artisan Bakehouse - Quiche Lorraine (half serving), I was saving the other half for the next day - Bakeries Near Me - Middletown, Maryland

BY FAR the best bakery I've ever been to! Every option is so unique and fresh - you want to try them all! We got a mixture of savory and sweet and seriously everything we had was AMAZING. The croissants and buns are so soft - they are baked perfectly. Now that I know about this place, I plan to go all the time. Also the staff members are extremely friendly, nice, and helpful! Totally worth any length of a drive to be able to try out their pastries! read more

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Absolutely amazing. I can't even put into words how delicious everything I got was. Deb is a bakery artist and she does not disappoint with anything you pick. It is worth every penny and mile to get to this place. I'm drooling thinking about what I will try next... read more

I came across the SWEET GOLDMINE a couple months ago thanks to a friend! Debs Bakehouse is absolutely amazing! Being an avid baker myself and having a love for all sweet and savory things, it is a joy to visit. The variety of options are endless, customer service is friendly and attentive and prices affordable. I highly recommend Deb's Bakehouse to anyone who loves a good treat! read more

Really great gem of a bakery. Only wish they start reopening as before Covid nonsense. Have limited "bakedays" where you must select and prepay from a limited menu. I like paying cash for my smaller purchases and not having my credit card number all over different merchants databases. Have the best homemade peanut brittle and a Cruffins! read more

I waited on line, on a chilly October morning to buy pricey baked goods for my family. And it was worth it. I bought bagels still warm from the oven, delicious chewy exterior tender interior. I loved them. Perfect for a family brunch Also purchased savory croissants. Something called a Pilgrim Croissant filled with sage stuffing, thick sliced turkey. Really tasty, but the bottom of the pastry was a bit soggy Other items were these flaky buns filled with Nutella that my grandsons devoured, and a ham and cheese spiral that was very tasty The total cost was pretty pricey, but I would go back again, and again read more

Stopped by to check this place out after seeing the article in the Frederick News Post. Was excited to try a newer local bakery. The shop is small so they have a buffet style setup showing all of the delicacies of the day on butcher paper with labels. Customers walk down the length of the buffet to choose their goodies. Being my first time in the shop I loved the setup and getting the opportunity to see all the goodies that were available. However the young woman that waited on me was annoyed that I was taking too long to give her my order due to other customers in front of me blocking half of the counter. She actually rolled her eyes at me when I said I wanted to see the other items before I completed my order! Super unprofessional! Was so excited to try all of the delicacies that I purchased. The pastries were all good including the chocolate croissant, Boston cream muffin and the mac & cheese and brisket croissant. The pepperoni pizza thing was also good but they forgot to include the sauce. The only thing I didn't care for was the spinach and artichoke galette. It had a vinegar taste which made it inedible. read more

Best pastries I've ever had! So happy there's a place near me that makes quality baked goods and croissants read more

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The pastries were delectable they had such flaky/crispy texture. The costumer service was really great. They made you feel very welcome and gave you tips on some of the best pastries. The ambiance was amazing and it giving cozy vibes. read more

We found this place after a Google search for nearby breakfast places. Thank you, Google gods. I have never seen such beautiful, Instagram-worthy pastries in my life. And they're huge and delicious and reasonably priced. The almond croissant was our favorite, but I also enjoyed the sausage roll because... meat. We were so impressed, we're stopping by tomorrow for bagel day. And the day after and every other day they're open until we die of carb overdose. read more

Deb's Bakehouse is well worth the short jaunt off 70. We stopped here looking for breakfast that wasn't fast food or diner food. The array of pastries, savory and sweet, was pretty epic. Not to mention insanely tasty. Can't wait to come back on a Saturday, which is apparently croissant day. There is no seating inside but we found a nice park nearby. read more

Deb's Artisan Bakehouse - I ate half before remembering to snap a photo. House made challah bread piled with ham, bacon, avocado, cheese, egg, green onion - Bakeries Near Me - Middletown, Maryland

Amazing little bakery in Middletown. I heard great things before she opened. I really wish this could have been in Adamstown but it will be worth the short drive. She is open Wed, Sat, and Sun. We went Saturday on Croissant day. She had everything from sweet to savory. Cookies and Baklava also. Yums: Probably everything but we got Almond, Chocolate, and Nutella creme croissants. Those are all separate and were some of the best ever. Only competition close was in Charleston at Christophe's. Also had Savory Asiago, sausage, and onion jam. That was fantastic also. Nothing is stale, everything is fresh, and quality is top notch. No let downs but would be great to have a one stop shop with some Illy Coffee or fresh squeezed OJ. Just a suggestion, not complaining. read more

This is a European countryside rustic-style bakery. Beautiful and wonderfully "real" baked items look slightly overcooked, having that vaguely wood-fired look, but they are anything But overcooked. They will melt in your mouth. These are quality baked goods rarely found in the U. S. , much less in a small town in this country. What a wonderful gift for all of us to enjoy! Everything. is. worth. ordering... Seriously. read more

We arrived a little early. No worries, we thought. We will wait in the car. As we approached this unassuming business, we saw the line of people, 15 deep, waiting for the "open" sign to turn on and the door to be opened. Inside, we can hear the muffled chatter between, presumably Deb and her associates. Trays of giant pastries organized on cooling shelves. A sign indicates that business hours are until 2 PM, unless they sell out. This has gotta to be good. The blinds open and a smiling young girl welcomes the crowd in. About 10 people can enter at a time. Deb likes the door to stay closed. We missed the first cutoff but we can smell the deliciousness inside. Once we enter, we are in heaven. Sweet and savory, handcrafted pastries line up on a brown paper display behind a glass shield. When it was time to take our order, we couldn't help but order one Lemon Blueberry Cruffin, one Boston Creme Cruffin, one Blackberry Glazed Twice Bake, one Bakehouse Bomb, one Pulled Pork w/Mac & Cheese puff, one Baba ghanoush/Onion/tomato/Feta Cheese galette, and one Stout Mushrooms Onions & Gruyere galette. We needed breakfast, lunch, and dinner after all. Since there was no seating, we drove home with the buttery smell of the pastries...longest drive home, ever. Once home, we savored each item. Despite everything being "croissant" like, each pastry was tasted deliciously different. Buttery, sweet, and savory. Flaky, warm, and crispy. Oh my. So. Darn. Good. This is my new favorite place. read more

I stopped in on the recommendation of a friend, and did not regret it! I got the Mac-n-Cheese w/beef brisket filled croissant and two of the Banana Chaos. Both were divine!!! I hesitate to give such a rave review because that means they might run out of more things quickly, but this place is can't miss! read more

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I've ordered multiple items from this bakery twice now and I can say with certainty I will be coming back every single month. Hands down the best pastries and baked goods I've ever had in my life. Affordable, accessible and delicious!! read more

AMAZING!!! I've never had such delicious pastries. The croissants are even better than what you can get in France. Deb's Artisan Bakehouse is a must! Worth the drive! read more

Deb's Artisan Bakehouse - Morning bun, spinach and feta croissant, and scalloped potato and smoked cheddar croissant. - Bakeries Near Me - Middletown, Maryland

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Absolutely the very best baked goods ever! The staff is outstanding and Deb is a delight. The menu changes weekly and if there is something you're craving, just tell Deb and you'll likely see it soon. I can not describe how fresh and delicious everything is. She has both sweets and savory dishes. They are all outstanding. read more

This is a top notch bakehouse. I ordered two pies for Thanksgiving dinner, one pumpkin and one chocolate. They were to die for!!! The bakers are super sweet and super friendly, I enjoy their creativity and variety. read more

Everything I have ever gotten has not only been delicious but the owner has such a great sense of humor and the employees are very hard working and sweet. The morning bun is my absolute favorite but anything you get, you will love. read more

If you're reading reviews of Deb's, it means you are considering whether or not to go. I can save you the time of reading this post and just tell you that you can profoundly change your life for the better in one trip, but I have a feeling you're going to keep reading so here goes.... Listen, this isn't a massive bakehouse with 50 signs pointing you in the right direction. So if you end up here, it's most likely because you've heard from people like me who will say you're an idiot if you don't go. All those people were right. And when you get there, expect the line out the door - it actually is an enjoyable part of the experience getting to talk to new people. If waiting a little bit for something that will make your entire weekend better by simply feeding your face is too big a deal, then stop reading because we can't understand each other. As you're about to enter, make sure the door is still open behind you. When your nostrils get that first hit, you're guaranteed to reel back a few feet because your mind can't comprehend how something this magical exists in the scent world. I've seen people get really stressed about which items to pick. Relax! It literally doesn't matter what you get - you will get home (if you make it that far without breaking open the box - my money is on the fact you'll make it halfway across the parking lot like me) and realize that every single thing Deb makes is, and I wish there were stronger words, incredible, inspiring, drool-enducing, phenomenal. I'll end with this - no one wants to support an asshole. Deb is an amazing person, very cool, down to earth and sassy which is 100% part of her charm. Her awesome family is always there with her and the rest of the crew are all wonderful. You've found it. A little slice of heaven. read more

Stumbled upon this place online and knew I had to check it out...now I'm hooked. Everything is delicious and made from scratch. The menu changes every week and Deb always offers interesting and delicious combinations. Go early because they sell out! read more

We live in the DC area, but were up in this more rural community where my wife took part in a triathalon. While she was out doing the bike part of the competition, I went in search of food. While I expected good country cooking, little did I expect to come upon a true hidden gem! It reminds, but is not like any other bakery that I've encountered across three continents! There is a basic french-style in Deb's use of croissant dough but in new and unique ways. There is also a mitteleuropa-ness in her use of egg doughs. And there is an American innovativeness suffusing it all! You taste in her making a muffin out of croissant dough, and stuffing it savory with PA Dutch style smoked ham and smoked gouda. WOW! Or in her stuffing a croissant with barely sweetened apple -- like the lightest french tart, with a cinnamon crumble giving it a crunchy top. Or the little tarts with fresh fruit or savory filling (perhaps a sunny side egg and cheese or zuchini layered with goat cheese). I am absolutely amazed at the depth of flavor, the intensity of the dough and the beautiful pairing with real fruit with a minimum of sweetener, as well as the savories that, all tolled, leave me wanting to drive 50 miles back to Middletown for more. When i am en route to PA or western MD, this will become a regular detour (if I am up early enough before they run out!) Simply amazing! read more

In a small neighborhood town, presumably near you either where you live or are traveling is a unassuming side street that is home to Deb's Artisan Bakehouse. The store front does not allude to what you are about to step Into. When you open that door your eyes will divert to the glass which behind is all the offerings for that day. An inviting array of homemade items that divide your tastes and choices between sweet and savory--fruit or cheese--meaty or vegetarian. There is something there for everyone--actually therein lies the first problem choosing between them all. The staff will kindly go down the line telling you exactly what the items are describing them in detail and ingredients--and yes they will tell you what they like or what to choose if you are between items. We have enjoyed Cheese Danishes--incredible tastes to everything sausage roll--highly recommend. I have had Nutella Bear Claw--it is something that leaves claw marks on your stomach wanting more. Honestly you cannot go wrong--they even have at times these cinnamon sugar sticks made from leftover dough (my guess) and yet they are anything but an afterthought. The only drawback (but maybe also heightens the experience) is they are only opened on Sat and Sun. Get there early for best selection but know whatever you select will be perfect. read more

Absolutely amazing!!! Picked a few items from their menu and was not disappointed. Pastry was flaky, crisp on the outside. Cannot rave enough about this, blown away with how good this is. Like the contactless ordering and pickup option. read more

What a wonderful way to start your day everything we purchased was amazing we will definitely come back. We went for breakfast today and we plan on going back to try the lunch items. I had the almond twice baked croissant and my daughter had the lemon twice baked croissant both were delicious. My husband had the breakfast galette, best to eat with a fork a bit messy eating it by hand but well worth the indulgence. Don't miss this place because you'll be SORRY! read more

Amazing! Fantastic baked goods. Deb's baked goods will not be found anywhere else - these aren't your run of the mill donuts!! She crafts amazing treats that are *almost* too sinful to eat. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Deb herself is a down to earth baker who will brighten your day with her delectables. You can tell a lot of love and hard work goes into her baked goods - simply AMAZING! read more

Deb's passion shows in her amazing baked goods! From the "to die for" Key Lime Pie to her Deb Bars to her stuffed Cruffins (croissant/muffin.) Anything you taste is just wonderful!! She's always smiling and happy no matter how many hours she's put in! Give her a try, you won't be sorry!! read more

My wife had heard of this place and was begging me to take our motorcycles up there for about a month. It never worked out so while I was away on a motorcycle trip, her and her friend rode up and just couldn't say enough about how great this place is. The owner, Deb, is hands on and very involved with the customers. She even replies on facebook as well. This place lived up to the great reviews. Yesterday, my wife wanted to go up again so we rode up. We wanted to get there fairly early so they weren't out of what we wanted. My wife posted on their facebook page that we were coming up and were going to try the potato, cheddar, bacon and egg galette with a Sriracha drizzle. When we got there, we found out from one of the staff that they were all gone. Deb, looked over when hearing that, recognized my wife and let her know that she had seen her facebook post and pulled 2 aside for us. Are you kidding me? This isn't a bakery that has no customers and easy to sit around and do stuff like that. The day before my buddy tried to go and the line was out the door and down the street as he put it. The fact that she pulled those aside speaks volumes of this place and we will keep coming back. Found a nice park right down the street, sat and ate them and they were out of this world. read more

The morning buns are great. All of the savory things this place makes are great. I had something with Jarlsburg and sausage I loved. Definitely get the galettes. If I had one complaint about this place it would be the price. It's a bit on the expensive side but certainly worth it. Get there on time cause the line gets long. read more

The morning rolls are amazing!! Everything looked wonderful and the 6 different pastries we tried were delicious! I'd give more than 5 stars if it was possible. read more

this is a wonderful hidden bakery. Deb makes everything herself and it is all fantastic. she and her husband are both delightful. sometimes it can get crowded, (because it is so good) so you need to be patient. she has fantastic bagels (several different types) and bear claws that are not too sweet (in most places, they are far too sweet but not here). read more

Top quality ingredients! Owner is so personable and passionate about her shop. You can tell everything is made with love and precision. Deb's is my weakness!!! Her bagels are great. The morning buns are to die for!! read more

My family would tell you that I have been obsessed with bakeries for decades and they'd be right. No matter what part of the country I travel to, I will find and try ALL the local bakeries and perform my own taste test so that I know which are worth a return trip. I have been known to go many miles out of my way for what I have deemed to be a worthy bakery. That is to say, I've probably been to more bakeries than the average (normal) person and am extremely picky. Most bakeries have an all too familiar, sub-par generic taste to their baked "goods". I can't tell you how excited and relieved I was when I walked into Deb's for the first time last month. This bakery has absolutely earned the title "artisan". There is nothing usual or generic or even average in this shop. I've never been more impressed by selection, quality and taste in any other bakery. The personalized service is refreshing and bound to keep people coming. This should be the go-to bakery for every surrounding county and is absolutely worth the trip. If I have to, I will single-handedly keep them in business! read more

I love this bakery, they have really good food. Lots of different combinations and options. The service was very fast, and while you're there you can make small talk with the friendly staff! read more

Incredible service and food! When you visit, beware, they make you taste!!! You'll end up tasting stuff and walking out with your arms full! Be prepared! It's totally worth it! Love everything about this place. Please open during the week too! read more