I love everything about Kneads! The coffee, the food, the baked goods, the bread, the local things they sell from other business. Kneads really makes you feel like a part of the neighborhood in that they do collabs with local businesses, like Momu ice cream just across the street. You can find them at the farmers market as well. 10/10 recommend read more

Kneads Bakery Cafe and Mill - Beautiful latte art - Bakeries Near Me - Westport, Connecticut

Either I was very hungry....or this truly was the very best sandwich I have ever had in my life!! Great food, great staff. 100% ....eggplant parm' sando, btw... read more

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Three star bakery world scale, 4 star local scale, and four star kitchen overall. Great easy going vibe. Stellar bfast. You want beautifully done scramble eggs please come here (No it's not that easy). and I'd like to say legend status hashbrowns (which exists now cuz I said so). Bakery churning out lovely fluffy sour dough whole wheat boules (that's their thing). Try the ham croissant (love the shaved-ness of the ham) along with cinnamon rolls, and choc chip bread pudding (get it warmed). Not sure what happened with their seasonal rhubarb pie we got last week. $44 for a soggy wet whole pie with wet box spilling juices everywhere. Love you guys, but what happened here?? Need to speak to the Pie Police. Anyway, great spot. Wish they opened in Wilton. read more

This place is not safe to go to. The cooks sneeze without covering their faces and don't change their gloves. The barista doesn't know how to make a cappuccino nor latte. They use to have two amazing barista's a few years ago and not sure what they got rid of those two amazing guys. Also I found a bug in my food and not going to get me started with the mouse I saw coming from back kitchen. I am telling you guys don't come here. Very expensive for no reason too. I can make same meal at home for cheap. read more

We tried Kneads which had some nice indoor seating and patio seating. I got the chicken sausage sandwich which definitely had a lot of flavor and tasted very natural! The scrambled eggs came with a hash brown that tasted homemade, and a honeydew melon which was actually very sweet! We also tried their chocolate babka which was moist and yummy. Overall pretty good, probably which try something new next time! Service was pretty quick and the ambiance is nice for a quick casual sit down breakfast read more

Kneads Bakery Cafe and Mill - Scrambled eggs and chicken sausage sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Westport, Connecticut

Great coffee and pastries. Friendly service. Parking is difficult on weekends. Easy on and off from the highway.

We found out new favorite place. Have to come back for lunch and pastries now. Came for breakfast and had the most delicious hash browns, mouthwatering smoked salmon sandwich and amazing coffee. It was busy and a little challenging to find a seat but worth the hassle. Definitely will be back. read more

Kneads Bakery Cafe and Mill - Hash browns - Bakeries Near Me - Westport, Connecticut

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Best baked goods and service EVER!! The staff went above and beyond to make my father's in laws birthday amazing. The baked goods here worth every penny. I try to stop by for breakfast every time I'm in town and it's my go to shop to order pies. read more

I came here with high expectations after reading Yelp reviews. I frequent a Fairfield bakery which is absolutely fantastic , but simply could not pass up the chance to try Kneads. Quaint, nice space. Seemed to be a good amount of eat in tables. Few tables outside. I got a baquette and 2 croissants. Croissants were good, flaky. Baquette--seemed maybe past it's prime, but should be o.k. tried it cold, warmed...just did not care for it. Bummer because I so wanted to. However, that choc chip cookie I eyed and bought at the very last second was the saving grace. First bite was good...second bite-still good but with this small ball of explosion and sensory awakening on my tongue which shot straight to my brain saying, "eat more!" Which ended with, "why did you not buy all of these???!!!" Won't be back for the baquette, but if ever in the area I will stop by for these cookies! read more

Kneads Bakery Cafe and Mill - CcC cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Westport, Connecticut

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This is one of the hottest breakfast/brunch spots in Westport! A lot of the pastries feel a bit more rich, and frankly, grainy than you may be used to, but that's because they're all whole-grain! Don't skip out on the savory prepared menu items because I think that's where Kneads really shines for me. read more

Kneads Bakery Cafe and Mill - Chocolate Babka - Bakeries Near Me - Westport, Connecticut

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You have to love a bakery that buys its own grain and then mills and grinds it into its own flour. That's dedication to quality control. You will love Kneads for so many reasons. First of all, they have a great breakfast menu with eggs, pancakes, breakfast sandwiches and granola. I spied a few unusual items on the breakfast menu - ever see a Catskill Smoked Salmon Sandwich or a Grilled Asparagus Scramble before? For lunch they have four sandwiches and another unusual item, namely an Oyster Mushroom Tartine. We went there for some bakery treats and were quite impressed with the terrific variety of the sweet and savory breads and pastries (Croissants, Pear ginger scones, Banana chocolate walnut muffin, Apple turnover, cookies, a Chocolate cherry hazelnut biscotti, loafs and cakes. It was hard to narrow down a selection, but we went with a few chocolate macaroons and an amazing looking chocolate babka. The macaroons were good, but the babka was GREAT a huge loaf full of flaky and chocolatey decadence. Plain outstanding. read more

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Amazing food, I got a bacon egg and cheese on a bagel and it was delicious and very unique. (In a good way) The coffee was also amazing! I will say it is pretty expensive but worth the money! Will definitely be coming back. read more

Ordered a $7 mocha with light ice. Apparently, that means you also get a "light" amount of drink. Didn't realize ice was the star of the show here--(Pic of drink is as how it was handed ) read more

Kneads Bakery Cafe and Mill - Title: $7 Mocha, 75% Full - Bakeries Near Me - Westport, Connecticut

Breakfast / brunch here is genuinely excellent. My rotation of like 5 brunch places in the Westport / norwalk area has now dropped down to basically just here. You can tell the amount of care the chefs and staff put into everything. The food is farm-to-table fresh, and the menu then is also seasonal. This means favorites such as the sweet corn chorizo hash get replaced with what becomes new favorites like the sweet potato hash w/ bacon, or the spelt pancakes which got replaced with pecan waffles with bourbon toffee. The lattes and other drinks are also solid, and the baristas are remarkably friendly. The chef/owner couple--Brittany and Daniel Moreno--also have a storied food background and a fascinating story. All in all, I'm glad they brought all of this to Westport for us to enjoy. (Been meaning to write this for a bit, my pictures don't do the food justice) read more

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Get the radicchio salad!! Makes a nice lunch, along with a good piece of bread. Good coffee too.

If you like baked goods and a superb egg sandwich, get yourself to Kneads! Their almond croissant can go toe to toe with any opponent. Casual vibe with indoor/outdoor seating. Try it, you'll be happy you did read more

3 or 4 not sure... But have only tried their croissants and ginger cookie. I went here soon after they first opened a few years ago and our baked goods were all very good. The last visit the croissants were way over baked. The interesting thing about their baked goods is the flour they use -- it is a darker whole grain? It makes for a different flavor and texture than other bakeries. Love that they sell quarts of Arethusa Farm milk-- and they don't jack up the price like crazy! read more

We stopped in for an impromptu biscotti and coffee midday on Saturday. The menu is not overfilled with choices, which I kind of liked. I had a decaf, vanilla, oat milk, decaf latte, and my girlfriend had a similar cuppa, but caramel. Both were wonderful. The biscotti was soft, which was a surprise. While it was more a cookie than a biscotti, it was rich and enjoyed. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The table was large enough for our small board game (always play a game when we hit a cafe midday). Will return. read more

I love this place! That's an understatement-- I live in Boston, I literally drive back to see my family and visit Kneads. The chocolate chip cookies are the BEST. Breakfast Sammies are all amazing. Absolutely get the hash browns! Service is amazing and the setting is awesome! read more

Kneads Bakery Cafe and Mill - Frittata with goat cheese and potato strings - Bakeries Near Me - Westport, Connecticut

Had a wonderful Saturday brunch here. After we ordered and grabbed a table, I noticed the salads on the table next to ours had wheat croutons. When our food came, my boyfriend's brioche was wheat, as was my sourdough toast. It was unexpected but everything was absolutely delicious. The breads we had did not taste like normal wheat to me - they lacked the heavy, earthy mouthfeel that wheat usually has. The portions were generous and everything tasted super fresh. The house made sausage was perfectly greasy with whole peppercorns embedded in the meat. The hash brown was dense and buttery. The char on the asparagus was beautiful. I read their website after brunch, and saw they only use non-commercially milled wheats and heritage grains. That explains why the baked goods were so good. We took home a chocolate croissant and a strawberry rhubarb pie and they were both divine. I was surprised at how good the wheat tasted, especially the croissant which was light and airy. I didn't know wheat could taste so good! Will definitely return to this cute little spot. Parking is limited which is the only downside. read more

Hasn't been as impressive the last few visits but It's ok. A lot of people like it.

First and last visit. Trendy expensive relatively new Westport business which was unorganized with no order line when visited. Old timers know other better friendlier businesses within a ten-minute drive that aren't disrespectful. read more

Kneads improvement. While it's nice to have a bakery in Westport, I'm not quite sure if this one is the answer. Very limited selection, only whole-grain - no proper French baguette - and everything is peculiarly over baked and dark.Their offerings definitely could use some color. Their gluten-free options seem to only include items that are naturally gluten-free, like a macaroon. Thats like labeling a house salad vegetarian. The awkward space configuration doesn't help nor do the $16 sandwiches. A few well-thought-out, yet easy changes, could make this a success and a bakery Westport deserves. read more

I like this place- I really recommend their baked goods. They are very delicious. I got a bacon egg and cheese sandwich but it was a little too salty for me- I think another egg would have helped to cut the saltiness from the bacon but it came with only 1 egg. That was disappointing as it was very expensive for a breakfast sandwich ($9). The croissant it was on was flakey and buttery. I also got another baked good that was very tasty- it had almond paste and fruit. There are a lot of seats outside and they bring you your food quickly. Parking can be tricky right by the store but you can park in other areas around there like near the bridge. read more

Kneads Bakery Cafe and Mill - Bacon egg and cheese sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Westport, Connecticut

Fantastic high quality and flavorful food in an upscale casual setting with in/out-door seating in a quaint and vibrant Westport neighborhood. Ordered the Roast Beef sandwich and "Burrata/Peach & Heirloom Tomato Salad". All items had a great balance of fresh ingredients, flavors and textures. The horseradish vinaigrette on the roast beef sandwich was a perfect balance of tang and flavor. So happy to have found Kneads, the helpful staff and owners who have created a destination bakery/cafe. read more

This was my first time at Kneads because I am passing through Westport today. The service was great! The woman who took my order was so nice! I got the iced americano which is very simple but still tasted excellent. read more

Best bread in Connecticut. Seriously. Masters at wheat. The croissant, baguette and scone were all perfection. Freshly ground flour with all the nutrients intact adds a new layer of nutty flavor to a healthier item. Coffee was top notch. Staff were knowledgeable and friendly. Run here now and ruin yourself for any other baker, then Take home some flour to up your home bakers game. read more

Thank you! This is just what the town needed, a great bakery. That said, to call Kneads just a bakery is to overlook some of its shiniest gems. What gems you ask? Well, the soups for starters. The mushroom bisque and the brisket chili are just two of my favs, but many of them are excellent. The food also has game with strong players like the grilled cheese with raclette and the French toast with- who cares! It was friggin' awesome and I don't want to even think about how many years it probably just took off my life. Oh, and then there's the bakery. So this is where things actually get a bit hit and miss. Because everything is made with whole wheat, I give it a meh on the baguette and the croissants. But the levain is worthy and the chocolate chip cookies are insane- and with their coffee? Dangerous. The short of it, if you haven't been yet, you need Kneads. read more

The almond croissant against which all others should be judged. Chef's kiss. Also their baguette is fantastic. read more

You get what you pay for here. You might spend a bit more but it's so good. I worked out the day before and my body was aching for protein from a natural source. So, I decide to get the grilled steak sandwich for lunch. I was completely satiated, sore muscles took it all in. The steak was tender and beefy, no sinewy parts that's not good in a sandwich. The grilled vegetables were done perfectly, sorta al dente so not limp but not raw. The chimchurri sauce was just right on the toasted sourdough (probably slathered with butter too, but hey! It's amazing!) Anyway, just amazingly good for lunch!! I'll be back for the protein fix when my body screams for it, totally worth it. read more

Easily the best spot for a chill sunday breakfast / brunch. The egg sandwiches are amazing - the bread is amazing, all ingredients are carefully chosen (the cheese, the farm eggs etc). The other sandwiches are amazing too - we had the ham sandwich and it comes on this whole wheat baguette which is crunchy and delicious, the ham is not your usual cheap boars head tasteless ham. great coffee and really chill atmosphere inside. read more

Kneads earns its five stars, in all ways. Magnificent coffee, incomparable almond croissants ... today, a chilled asparagus soup and amazing smoked salmon sandwich, VERY ample portions. Also, we had a birthday girl in our midst, and Kneads had baked a special item just for her. The folks who work there are knowledgeable and attuned to their customers. The indoor dining room is always inviting, and the outdoor tables are perfectly spaced. Kneads should have a long run in Westport! read more

Great addition to downtown Saugatuck! The pastries, bread and coffee are all great. We live close by and often come here in the morning for coffee before our walks. Everything is fresh and they have a great and friendly staff read more

This place has fabulous food BUT please pay attention to the rest rooms. Nothing is worse than not noticing there is no toilet paper until too late. There is no excuse as they seem to have a large staff. Great cappuccino. And the baguette sandwich was terrific. read more

Excellent Bakery!!! We live in Redding,CT area and every Saturday we take a pilgrimage to Kneads. Though all of their pastries are delicious but their breads are REAL STAR especially Levain...hard dark shell outside and soft,chewy inside. read more

Love love LOVE kneads. Excellent coffee, baked goods and food. Highly recommend. Barista gets two thumbs up!!

I ordered the soft scramble with asparagus and sourdough bread. Delicious! You can tell they use quality ingredients. I got an iced latte as well. Great coffee! I'd like to try their lunch as well as their menu looks great. They have plenty of seating outside too. read more

Food is great. But service is OUTSTANDING. Love kneads! The barista is always so polite and attentive.

Probably not all bad but the hot chocolate I got kinda tasted like they heated milk up next to a chocolate bar and called it good instead of actually putting chocolate in. Very odd. Also first time I ever considered a Whole Grain Croissant which wasn't that bad but my god was it not that good. I'm sure the coffee's fine but the hot cocoa is a hot nono read more

Ordered choco babka french toast and chicken sandwich along with choco, almond, and plain crossiants, plain and olive baguettes, and threw in earl grey merginues and hot chocolate for good measure. Everything was delicious. I wished they put the syrup on the side for my french toast since I did a to-go order and it was a bit soggy and too much syrup for ny likening Otherwise, chicken sandwich and earl grey merginues stood out the most. Hot chocolate wasn't that sweet and the chocolate used was high quality, which was great. I can't wait to try the other pastries and scrambled eggs in the future. read more