If you're looking for a cozy spot where everything is made from scratch and served with a smile, Leavin Bakery is that perfect little neighborhood gem. The baked goods here are irresistible. I'm obsessed with their cheese danish (honestly, you can't go wrong with any of their pastries). Whether it's a muffin or a fresh-out-of-the-oven cookie, you can taste the love and homemade quality in every bite. On the savory side, the chicken and waffles is a must-try! And don't get me started on their biscuits and gravy--pure comfort food that hits the spot every time. Leavin Bakery is more than just great food... the atmosphere makes you want to stay a little longer. It's super cozy, always friendly, and the perfect neighborhood hangout. I can't wait to come back and explore their lunch menu--if it's anything like breakfast, I know it's going to be amazing. read more

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My friend and I visited on a Saturday morning for breakfast and we were immediately excited we chose this local spot. The bakery and bread items were plentiful and everything looked delicious. The cinnamon roll was our favorite and it will be the reason to return. I also loved my lemon lavender scone, eating half there and taking home the other half for dessert. I wasn't as happy about the sides from the grill. My eggs were extremely peppery and I gave up eating them because every bite was overwhelming. My two slices of bacon were hard and pitiful, definitely not worth the cost. My friend noted her sausage as "interesting". The space has seating at the grill and two rooms, with one being crowded because of the incoming crowd. However, we were so happy to be there that we didn't mind the visitors and no one was rude to us as they walked along the ordering counter. The owners are a husband and wife team. She was friendly and talkative and we loved her the pride she took of the shop. We left with more pastries and bread. Such great selection and pricing. This is a reason to promote this shop. I've paid more for less quality but now know to come to Leaven Bakery. read more

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Looking for baked goodies? What about a Reuben sandwich? Or even both? Leaven came up on our random search for bakeries so we stopped by. They were over all good, although the cheese Danish was a bit sour (not in a bag way, just different). We looked at the menu while there, so when we wanted lunch after the farmer's market, we gave them a second visit. This time, I got my favorite (Reuben) and my DH got a Philly cheese sandwich. We split a giant pile of fries (a la cart) as well. I took my sandwich home and it reheated beautifully in the air fryer. Don't forget to ask for water, it's not automatic! Knocking off half a star and rounding down because 1) service was slow! We didn't mind sitting outside chatting and taking in life, but it was a very long time before we got food and we noticed the same for other tables and 2) my sandwich needed a bit more meat and a bit more sauerkraut. We will be back and I really want to try the scone of the day and the other delicious looking treats. read more

This place had the best service and chilaquiles! I need to come back for their renowned cinnamon rolls! Great place to have breakfast

They have really good omelettes, and a nice selection of breads and baked goods. The place has a great feel and the staff is overall helpful. read more

Excellent Sausage gravy and biscuit with farm fresh eggs added on top. Everything made from scratch and you can tell the difference. Super friendly service and just a nice vibe. read more

Great little local place. You order at the counter and they bring you food out. They will clean the table for you. They have a few drink options. I had the breakfast burrito with chicken sausage. It was REALLY good. The home fries were nice and crispy. The biscuits and gravy were ok. Just not a huge fan of the sourdough. I will certainly be back! read more

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Our favorite Sunday brunch spot. They have my favorite French toast which always hits the spot. Great service and always super friendly. They also have a bunch of pastry's that are great too. read more

Leaven Bakery - French toast - Bakeries Near Me - New Albany, Indiana

Leaven is a wonderful bistro in downtown New Albany. The food is always made from scratch and the owners Zaq and Kim are full fledged trained chefs and bakers who know what they are doing. The setting is a small and cozy little bakery shop that serves great food. read more

Ok first is the service. This small shop is awesome. The people here are so very friendly. If I lived here I would be here all the time. We ordered an omelette with bacon spinach and tomato. So good incredibly fluffy and fresh tasting. My wife ordered the avocado toast with eggs. Man oh man. House made bread good amounts of avocado and two eggs on top. She may have won the ordering but it was close. Everything is fresh and tasty. You can tell they love food and it comes out in their cook of things. One last note my grandson gave me a bite of his French toast. Which had egg nog and cranberry Just stupid good stuff. read more

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Between the delicious pastry options and no frills lattes I was very impressed. Then consider the breakfast and lunch menu and the attention to detail from staff, they truly go above and beyond. The energy is amazing and everyone works so well together. I loved the two person seating in the front room by the counter it is a real treat to see all of the pride in what you do. read more

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Leaven Bakery is such a gem! If we lived closer, we would be frequenting regularly! We stopped in for coffee and breakfast and everyone was incredibly friendly. The breakfast burrito and sandwich were huge portions and absolutely delicious. We ordered bread and a pastry to go and were not disappointed. We will be sure to return anytime we are within a 50 mile radius! It's worth it to drive out of your way a bit! read more

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The first time we are there, it was fantastic. The mushroom toast (incredible) & chicken & waffles were delicious. The second time was also very good; although the bacon grease from the bacon made the lettuce on my BLT greasy and wilted. But this wouldn't deter from going back probably just wouldn't order the BLT.. read more

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Great space with friendly service, tasty food, and a limited menu. That door's a push, by the way. We visited for lunch and were highly impressed with the way the restaurant looked. It is a little rustic, but clean and modern at the same time. With the open kitchen and eat-at bar stretching the right side of the extremely sunny room, a case of baked goods and an ordering counter to the left and a more intimate dining space tucked up and around some stairs, it was an amazing transformation from it's previous occupants. The menu is fairly limited with only a handful of lunch and breakfast entrees. More limited when we visited due to the lack of chicken on hand. But the food was five stars! It is priced fairly average, so you're getting what you pay for. There is not really table service, but the staff is very helpful nonetheless. I will definitely be back! read more

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Oatmeal cream pie; excellent. I also have a key lime pie cookie that super bueno. Confetti cookie was just OK but will let that one slide. Will need to come back for breakfast! read more

Another amazing find thanks to YELP! We're traveling again which means more opportunity to find and enjoy local gems. Breakfast is my favorite so I love trying new (to me) places. Leaven Bakery had some beautiful options in the case but we opted for hearty choices this time. The Leaven Hot Brown was a delightful take on the traditional dish. The biscuit was HUGE, light and delicious. The gravy very flavorful and the chicken breast was not too heavy on breading, perfectly crispy outside & moist inside. The bacon was exceptionally flavorful. A perfect combination. My husband has the Americano: eggs, bacon, potatoes & sourdough toast. The eggs were perfectly prepared and the breakfast potatoes (which I am VERY picky about) were exceptional. The service was friendly- despite the good sized crowd and less than patient patrons around us. That's an excellent customer service experience! Kudos, for a job well done! read more

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I am sure on most days the bread is heavenly and the meals sumptuous. Mine was not. Sadly. Less than 3 minutes after it was served, and without me touching it except to gently turn it over after I became suspicious, the grease showed itself to have gushed out from whatever was inside. An absolute mess. Almost inedible without transferring the grease to all over me. See photo. Was prepared by the owner. I think you are better than this. A breakfast burrito should be a layup. read more

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Tried Leaven Bakery this morning and was so impressed. The pastries were delicious -- everything tasted fresh and homemade. The staff were welcoming and made the experience even better. Highly recommend read more

I have been following Leaven Bakery since they were just a biz on social media, run out of the owners' home. I'm thrilled that I got to visit their brick and mortar location. Leaven Bakery boasts some outdoor seating and indoor spots, along with a lunch menu and ample bakery case. I loved that you could see the bread being made right when you walk in. I opted for a peanut butter cookie for my son, blondie and apple turnover, along with a loaf of ciabatta bread. The bread was the star of the show. Once I got it home and we sliced it up, we found a crusty bread that was fresh and soft in the inside. I would go back just for this. The other treats were great as well. Everything was all around fantastic. Follow Leaven on Instagram to stay up on their current offerings. read more

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This place is great! Nice selection of tea and juices. The eggs are a nice orangeish color and the toast and potatoes were crispy. Biscuits and gravy was very rich- will eat over two meals. Bacon was a little salty and was precooked and reheated so it was thin. Overall will definitely go back! read more

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Divine food... surprising little place at the far end of where people normally look for restaurants. Only open morning and lunch, get there for breakfast and take snacks for later: bread, macarons, scones and cookies... We got lucky for a brunch time lull on a weekday, so the service was extremely prompt, but I can't imagine it's different any other time. read more

I've been trying to get over to Leaven for "Cinnamon Roll Saturday's" for a while & I finally made it! Like everything else Leaven makes, the cinnamon roll it did not disappoint. The dough was perfectly light & cinnamon-y. The icing was to die for. 10/10 in my books. Be sure to check their Facebook page or call ahead on Saturday's to find out what time the Cinnamon rolls will be coming out of the oven. They don't last long so get there ASAP. Their avocado toast is also something you shouldn't pass up. Not only is it a beautiful plate, but it tastes just as good as it looks! read more

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The food here is outstanding, cozy decor, and the service is friendly. My husband and I go here as often as we can, we love the baked goods. Breakfast and lunch selections are great. I love their potatoes, french toast, and chicken anything. My husband loves the breakfast menu, but won't turn down anything on the lunch menu, either! read more

My husband and son all thought the food was delicious. They need more tables to dine in.

I've been a fan of Leaven Bakery since their pandemic Yelp sourdough master class. The owners, Zechariah and Kimberly, clearly share a passion for the art of baking, and this love shines through in every aspect of their business. Leaven is located in an over-100-year-old building that the owners renovated themselves, and exudes character and charm (exposed brick, industrial lighting, open kitchen). In addition to a rotating variety of sweet and savory baked goods (offerings change daily), they also serve breakfast until 1030a, and lunch starting at 11a. The avocado toast is inspired - a thick slice of perfectly toasted artisan bread spread with mashed avocado, topped with eggs, and delicately accented with edible flowers and shaved radishes. The accompanying hash browns are beautifully cooked and seasoned to perfection. Because bakery, we also had to try the everything bagels and a raspberry blueberry galette - some of the best baking I've tasted in a very, very long time. There are tables both in and outdoors, and New Albany is a pretty adorable place to walk around if you choose to grab your items to go. Really, there's no excuse not to visit - often. read more

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Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We only spent a week in New Albany, but ate here three times. I only wish we had a spot like this in Redding, but them's the brakes, I guess. Their pastries are to die for--nothing at all like you'd buy in a grocery store that's also fresh-baked; and their cooked breakfast and lunches are also mega tasty. Check them out. You'll see. read more

Breakfast was good - a little off the beaten path but well worth the effort. Order at the counter and they deliver your food to your table - pastries were tempting maybe I'll try one next time - do yourself a favor and give this place a shot. read more

Let's talk about it people! Leaven Bakery is what realtors would call "cozy" and this is not a bad thing! Upon entry, you're greeted by everyone with a quick Hi!! So welcoming. There's a bar and three two seater tables. There's another room that has about five tables of varying sizes. Already, I'm sold. There's a case displaying breads, scones, whoppie pies and other treats. There is a breakfast and lunch menu. Be advised, if you stop in for a mimosa, you'll have to wait until a liquor license is secured and the only time breakfast is served all day is on Sundays. On to the food. I had the macaroni and cheese with fries. Mac and cheese, so creamy, loaded with peas, crispy bacon and mushrooms. I was surprised, as I'm one that believes Mac and cheese, is just that...we can debate later! The bacon was crispy, giving a nice texture to the dish. You can ask for variations but I tell you, you'll be pleased. However, I'd be remiss if I didn't share. If you don't eat the Mac and cheese promptly, it will go cold and makes it a bit difficult to get down. I say, take it home to reheat as it is a large portion. My dining partner had the Butternut Bisque w/ pimento grilled cheese, it looked delicious and I'd say the speed in which it was eaten proved just how tasty it was. Hey, you're a trooper! You're still here with me. I'll wrap this up. This quaint, little bakery is on to something; especially how they treat their customers. Kimberly (owner) new some by name, there were hugs and smiles all around. It's like you're family and it warmed my little heart. I'll be back to try that chicken pesto sandwich!! read more

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Came out this way for an estate sale one glorious spring morning and saw this place on my way. The shop is very cute and cozy and you can eat in or take out. Since I was on a time crunch I opted to do take out. I bought a lavender lemon sconce a bacon cheddar scone an apple galette bag of four english muffins and a cold brew Ate the galette on my way to the sale and it was fresh and lovely. The cold brew was a bit of a disappointment, it was far too harsh to drink black, but the girl working there said they dont carry alternative milks? And at the moment they only had heavy cream? Well, that would not have done my GI tract any favors. Thought I could manage it black but no. It had to wait until I got all the way home to add oat milk, and then it was OK. Gave the bacon scone to the Mr and he liked it. The lavender scone was OK, I felt the flavors were too weak though. Popped the muffins into the freezer and had those the next week, they were very nice and fluffy even having been in the deep freeze. I'd be interested to eat there and see if the experience is any different, but PLEASE OFFER SOMETHING OTHER THAN DAIRY, thank you! read more

The Leaven bakery is brand new to New Albany. I have stopped in 3 times in the past four days. Have tried the everything bagels, Focaccia bread, strawberry cupcakes, mocha cupcakes, the maple bacon scones and the s'mores brownie. All were very good. The staff and owners are very nice and helpful. Go early because they do sell out of somethings very quickly. They have a small breakfast and lunch menu available with a few tables inside and on the sidewalk. read more

Such a cute little spot! Definitely get the avo toast. They also have cute sweets if you want one. Service was super great, its just this small little spot! read more

Leaven Bakery - avocado toast - Bakeries Near Me - New Albany, Indiana

Leaven never disappoints. I have been addicted to the Avocado Toast with pan fries ( the very best I've had) but lately I've discovered their grilled cheese sandwich with mixed greens salad or pan fries... I am in full blown cut calories holiday mode so had salad with balsamic which is a tad thick so dipping my sandwich into it was incredible. Their dishes are ample and of course they use their superior breads on their sandwiches... they ARE a bakery you know since their very yummy baked goods are on full display. My friend had their special Grilled pimento cheese with slabs of thick crispy bacon... I know it was good because her eyes were rolling back in her head. Patti E read more

This place...wow! It's always delicious. It's small but so consistent. The owners are just so nice and the food does not disappoint. Go try it! read more

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Probably the best cheese danish you can get, if you warm it up. Nice staff, did take a while for an order once but that was because we were so early and they didn't get the time to make it. This place just knows exactly how to decorate. Love the entire inside and is an experience in of its self. 9.8/10 would recommend. read more

Not sure if I want it to get out but this place has delicious food for a reasonable price. I am writing this because they are a small business and I want them to be successful. My husband and I have eaten breakfast here several times, eggs are delicious and I don't typically like eggs. They have been collaborating with New Albany wine shop, their Wed night pizza at WineShop NA is really great. read more

My friends and I went here on a Sunday for a meeting of our book club. We were able to easily order at the counter, I opted for the breakfast burrito because I am sucker for anything with Chorizo. It was a decent burrito, but my friend's food looked much more appealing than mine. I should have gone with the biscuits and gravy, but oh well. If you are looking for a sit down breakfast or brunch, just be aware this is a small space. There is a nice breakfast bar area and few outside tables when the weather is nice, and a little back room with a few 2-seater and 3 larger tables. We were a party of 5 it was a tight squeeze for us on a table, but we made do. All in all, I would go to Leaven again and get some more tasty baked goods. read more

psa - i'd cross the bridge for brunch any day specifically, brunch at leavenbakery because it's that good. they have a rotating brunch menu along with specials. you also can't leave without getting some of their baked goods like bread & pastries. we had the breakfast sandwich, pancakes, sausage & home fries. they also have breakfast cocktails on the menu as of late. read more

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As a bakery this is a great addition to the town of New Albany. I have not tasted a baked item that is not good. Because of this the wife and I decided to grab some breakfast and head to the river to enjoy the weather. We both decided on the breakfast sandwich. She decided bacon without tomato and I went with sausage and kept the tomatoe because I wanted it the way they designed it. Ashley loved hers and really enjoyed it. She added some hot sauce and she raved about it. I wish that I could share her enthusiasm, but I was not a big fan. I mean it was okay. Here are my problems with the sandwich. 1. The sausage. This was a sweet sausage. This single item seemed to be where I had the dislike. I like traditional made sausage. I don't like maple flavored, but I xan like it if it is subtle. This was not. When I took my first bite and tasted it, I went this isn't right. I then tried a bite of the sausage by itself and well I just didn't like it. Sorry, some people will love it. Just not me. 2. The cheese fell off the sandwich. This made the sandwich messy that I feel could have been avoided. How? By putting the cheese on the top and not between the sausage and egg. The grease from the sausage mixed in. If it was just because of melt I say great, but it slide out in clumps more than melted out. 3. The bread. Man by it self it was the best thing of the sandwich. Good texture, hold up well, taste out of this world. But there was to much butter which made for greasy hands. As for the rest, The egg and the tomatoes. Went well together. Not a fan of tomatoes on sandwiches, even though I like tomatoes in general. This actually brought taste that complimented everything. With that being said, it was an okay sandwich. I will not order it again, and will try something different next time. As I said my wife loved hers and the bakery itself is to die for. That is why I gave them a 4. Oh and also the home fries made up the difference. They were very tasty. So, while this sandwich was not to my liking, it still one of my happy spots and will gladly come back and try something new. read more

Leaven Bakery - Breakfast Sandwich with sausage - Bakeries Near Me - New Albany, Indiana

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Breakfast was amazing, so many flavors: the sweet roll was amazing: Service was great super friendly We loved the vibe to the place and the decor. read more

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Everything about this place was great! It was a very comfortable and pleasant atmosphere. The staff were courteous and helpful. We visited twice during our stay. Both pastry and breakfast items were well made and extraordinary. Very delicious. read more