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    Oat Bakery

    4.7 (242 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Super seed cookie
    Jill P.

    Yes for the vegans. Most of their goods are vegan, save for a sliver of their case. Small and quaint with a good amount of menu items that are all pretty special and done with care. Got a smattering because you just have to - super seed cookie, hygge bun, and our friend got the frosnapper. Cookie was a densely packed with goodness, almost like an energy ball but bigger. Hygge bun was perfectly sweetened with soft dough. My friend demolished her frosnapper (not vegan). All in all - DELICIOUS. Will return. Oh yes. Will return.

    Bernadette Y.

    Dear Abbey... Thank you for helping me with my purchase today! Great news on the date/almond loaves, there are dates to be found in both! Woo hoo! And of course, the hygge bun, the superseed cookie, and the Frosnapper were all delicious. I always go here for the product, but it's always a treat when the person behind the counter is also nice! Well done!

    Frosnapper
    Caroline C.

    Just had a quick spot here and grabbed a pastry! I tried the Frøsnapper, and I liked the flakiness and sesame flavor. They seem to mostly specialize in various savory breads. The cashier was friendly, and it's a small interior so feels more like a grab-and-go spot. Great place for some unique, fresh-baked goods!

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    Ashley H.

    This place is so cute and the breads here are soooooooo good! Got the Sage Garlic Danish Bun, Shiitake Danish Bun, and Focaccia. Would definitely get all of them again. The Garlic bread was full of garlic and so good if you love garlic. Shiitake had a great umami taste. And the Focaccia was just chefs kiss! Highly recommend!! Staff was super friendly and there's 15 min parking right out front.

    Baked goods
    Vanessa D.

    Oh my goodness! This store smells amazing when you first walk in. I stood there in awe looking at all the goodies (mind you i came in the morning). The cheese, butter and roll combo was amazing. I ate that up so quickly. I also got their version of a cinnamon roll and it was to die for. Not overly sweet, lots of flavors...just perfect! The staff was also super friendly and informative about their items.

    Seeded sourdough toasted with the delish Sooutcraft spreadable plant cheese
    Hanna S.

    Wow, where to begin?! The array of delicious breads are so tempting. The seated and charcoal sourdough are some of our favorites as are the gluten-free cookie with seeds and chocolate... And that focaccia wow the olive focaccia or their farmers specialty. Our daughter lives in Paris and we spend a lot of time there so we get to taste a lot of good bread Still the oat bakery in our sweet town make some of the best bread bar none in the world And let's talk about the spreads... They are so good. You have a variety of different organic spreads that might have some chives or truffle... Whether you are plant-based or not, you will be happy to know they are completely plant based no dairy and easy on the heart and the digestive system Sometimes I go there just for the spread, but of course walk away with the bread too

    Yvette M.

    Another Santa Barbara must visit for me. Oat Bakery now has locations in Goleta,Montecito, and they deliver. I arrived early and was excited to grab some fresh baked bread and the Truffle Cashew Creme Cheese. I had studied the menu before arriving and was amazed at their non dairy spread selections. I tried the Seeded Oat Sourdough, and some repeats from my last visit, a Sage Garlic and Date Almond bun. The Truffle Cashew Creme Cheese was unique and a welcome addition topped on the bread. This adorable bakery uses minimal and organic ingredients and I finally found a spot who makes their own non dairy cream cheese. If you have dietary restrictions, I highly reccomend checking out this bakery. The bread was so delicious and fresh and the service was welcoming and friendly.

    Charcoal Sourdough Bread ~ Obsessed!
    Angela R.

    Oat Bakery is the bakery you come to when searching for a high end quality baked bread. In my case I came specifically for the charcoal sesame sourdough loaf, and I was lucky they still had some. They tend to sell out quickly, so if you're wanting to try it, then come early! The cost $20, kinda steep yes but you pay for the love and quality of ingredients that go into creating this beautiful loaf of bread. You won't find it anywhere else and it's something well worth treating yourself to. Other items I have tried are their popular superseed cookie. Made with dates, walnuts, sesame, oats and chocolate chips. This cookie is thick, hearty and you can't stop eating it! I loved that it's filled with healthy and wholesome ingredients that will keep you satisfied. It really is like eating a meal in itself. The shiitake shallot bun was a random pick on my visit, full of flavor and enjoyable with some butter slathered on it. The Frosnapper is a must try! Oat my God the first bite is a flaky stick of heavenly flavors bursting in your mouth. It's made with almond marzipan, and coated with sesame & poppy seeds. You'll definitely want to order more than just one. This bakery has several locations in town, but it's not a bakery you can dine at. It's pretty much walk-in, order and take it to go. Depending on which location you visit; the one in Montecito has outside seating areas to sit at. The customer service is ok, but I feel they could improve on making me feel more welcomed. Other than that, this bakery really does offer some amazing breads.

    Alan R.

    Oat was one of the best places we went during our time in Santa Barbara. We tried it early on during our trip and couldn't stop talking about it and returned to get more. Our favorites were the sage/garlic bread, super seed cookie, and cinnamon bun. All were so fresh and perfectly made. The staff was also friendly. This is a place I would recommend to everyone going to Santa Barbara. Of note- it is primarily for take out as there is not any seating on the inside.

    Jenna B.

    Small bakery with a few sweet pastries and a few breads, seemingly made right there. The sesame twists with marzipan are a favorite of ours - a little messy to eat so grab napkins but very delicious. Right off of state street it's great place to pop into for a bite or a bread to take to the beach for a picnic. Note: no coffee

    Felice B.

    Kinda tough to find/ get to, but well worth trying...for terrific tasty bread is your award. Best to bike or walk to/ from ( especially on the Tuesday Farmer's Market day- they are open until 6 pm). Organic Gluten free choices So savory Yummy cookies Got the garlic sage gluten free loaf = awesome!

    Vivian C.

    this bakery seems so hyped up but it still impressed me! whatever that roll was and the danish bun with cheese and habinero apricot jam were the absolute highlights.

    Nancy H.

    Love the Sage Garlic bread! It was crunchy on the outside, moisturized on the inside, and I couldn't help but eat it all. Plus I wasn't even hungry but your food made me hungry, also your service was amazing you guys were so nice and I think you deserve more than 5 stars.

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    How do I store the breads and how long do they last for at room temp?

    This is what we do, and it works without the bread losing flavor. We slice it, then put it in a plastic ziplock followed by putting that bag in another plastic ziplock, then we put it in the freezer. Pull out a slice and toast when ready. It… 

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