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    Grand Central Bakery

    3.4 (107 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Have been visiting Seattle coffee festival in Magnuson Park Hangar and I had a chance to try their coffee and I wanna be honest, I like it. But when I visit the coffee shop and ask them for flat white let me ask if we make it here, and after this, he just burn my milk.

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    Carol L.

    I was lucky enough to visit Grand Central Bakery on a quaint Sunday afternoon and there was only a small line and quick service. You can also order online if you would prefer not to wait at all. The staff were very knowledgeable and kind in suggesting me a loaf of bread to have with avocado. 5/5 for service. I went with his suggestion of a rustic baguette, which was a little expensive at around $4. This is where one star was lost. Maybe it was intended to be like this, but I thought the bread was too crusty. The crust was very hard and I felt like I was going to cut my mouth eating it. This is the second star. Despite the hard exterior though, the inside was pretty soft. Flavor wise, it was nothing special. I prefer the bread at La Parisienne in Belltown instead. They also make a lot of variations of sourdough, pastries, sandwiches, and drinks. It seems to be a nice place to sit and work in with lots of natural light and ample seating.

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    Sarah S.

    Just popped in for a sweet snack a couple days back! Their apple pies are so good :) I am loving their sweets and pastries as much as their sandwiches!

    Grace P.

    I have kept giving grand central a chance bc generally we like their sandwiches and the bread is great (though the wait times and cafe experience haven't been the ~friendliest~). But this last order on 4/27 was our breaking point. I ordered a large (and there is a small option) kale salad with an $8.65 addition of chicken salad and what I got was deeply ridiculous given the nearly $20 price tag. It was like a tablespoon of chicken salad. Given that I placed the order for pickup, this almost feels like it was intentional. If you don't have enough product to fill an order, set it aside and let the patron know when they come to pick it up. I'm not one to post bad (or really any) reviews, but I honestly feel swindled by this location now.

    Bacon egg bolo

    Consistently the best sandwiches! Bacon egg bolo with tomato relish - absolute favorite, especially with an over easy egg that friendly stuff has agreed to do!

    Happy Goat
    Sasha J.

    How I've missed Grand Central Bakery! I used to visit the Pioneer Square location often pre-COVID when working downtown. Today, I visited the Wedgewood location. ORDERING: I ordered my food online in advance. They share the estimated prep time and the last pick-up time. You can schedule if you'd like to pick up your food at a later time. They have a number of locations, so be sure to choose the correct spot. PARKING: I parked in the residential area to the west of 35th Ave. They may be a parking lot next to the coin shop? Unsure. SANDWICHES: I got the Happy Goat sandwich and my partner got the Blue Ribbon. SO delicious. I have had the BR before and the pickled red onions is really a game changer for texture and kick. The Happy Goat was so tasty. A nice layer of chevre, a solid layer of shredded carrots as their seasonal veggies, and the zesty chimichurri adds wonderful flavor. Absolutely love them! PASTRY: I couldn't decide between the ginger molasses cookie, the almond croissant, and the ginger scone. Ended up going with the almond croissant, idk if I've had theirs before. It has a tasty almond creme filling and of course is buttery, airy, and delicious! I don't often get almond croissants, but I was pleasantly surprised to have an almond filling and not just almond topping. I'll certainly visit Grand Central again for their delicious sandwiches and pastries.

    Tarragon Chicken Salad and unsweetened iced tea with lemon -- perfection!
    Jen C.

    Sometimes, it's the simplest things. On a warm, lazy summer's day, I wanted nothing but a salad and an iced tea with lemon. Thinking Grand Central was more of a carbified bakery, I wasn't hoping for much. I'm glad I was so wrong. The chicken tarragon salad and iced tea with lemon hit just right. My recent breakup with carbs and sugar wasn't an issue in the slightest; I deftly sidestepped the brioche cinnamon rolls, giant cookies and strawberry frangipane, but left feeling none the more deprived. Thanks for the amazing flavors, healthy options and friendly service, guys! Will return soon. (Five stars reserved for Michelin restaurants like Jean-Georges only; no other reason for docking a star!)

    Richard P.

    Fantastic Bakery looking forward to making tuna sandwiches with the multigrain whole wheat the staff was was great and the bread slicer machine was neat. I noticed they also carry other brands that I'm a big fan of, like Portland's Tao of the tea and Oregon Growers, all around a great experience and looking forward to next time.

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    Had a tasty soy latte and the Sesame Currant Loaf is delicious! My boyfriend loves the pastries! I'll definitely be going back.

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    A much needed addition to the neighborhood. Always looking for different places to take the kids on our way home from school.

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    I just loveee this place! It has great service and if you are coming from Eckstein than it's just perfect.

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