Friendly family owned bakery. The baked goods are delicious. The atmosphere is cozy and unique. I…read morewill definitely return.

We had been here years ago and I was in the neighborhood at Costco and decided to stop by. I…read moreunderstand it is owned and run by an actual French baker although when I stopped in most of the staff appeared to be Latino. The location is a little hard to find but just GPS it. There were several patrons sitting and eating but there aren't many tables. I got a croissant and sourdough loaf to go. Croissant was good but the sourdough tasted more like refined white bread than the rustic kind that we prefer. We're not in this area too often but I'll need to remind myself this place is here.

Cute little shop. I've always been a fan of Gulghupf and have gone multiple times in Chapel Hill…read moreand Durham. The pastries are great overall, especially the fruit tart. I've always received great service. Recently I went and got a chai latte which was pretty standard. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed by my chocolate eclair. The taste was good but the eclair shell was not fresh and did not taste light, airy, and delicately crisp to complement the cream.... I'll come again to try other pastries but will not be getting the eclair again.

The parking lot was under construction when I visited, and this small shop wasn't a sit-in…read moredestination in the way the original is. However, the selection of baked goods and desserts was robust, and I found plenty of interest. Notably, their tough to spell name denotes a small chocolate cake with indulgent toppings. I also found a trendy Dubai chocolate dome (not wildly overpriced as such things often are), which was quite rich. Their breads are marked as vegan where applicable; obviously a lot of bread is vegan, but this is a helpful bit for some.

This bakery is amazing! I stopped by here on a random weekday and loved the strawberry and cream…read moremacaron and it was SO delicious I had to come back for a box! Truly, these are the most delicious macarons I've ever tasted, and I've had way too many! These have a great bite to them, slightly chewy texture and the smoothest, TASTIEST filling ever. I tried the Bridgerton themed Early Grey one to the double chocolate and black sesame, my favorites are the nutella (not too sweet but tastes heavenly) and strawberries and cream. I think everyone in the rtp should try these at least once!! I know it's going to be the hostess gift I grab whenever I visit friends from now on. They've got also a great selection of baked goods and the chocolate crThey've also got a great selection of baked goods and the chocolate croissants are perfectly flaky and delicious!ssiants are perfectly flaky and delicious!

Checked out this bakery on the way to Durham since I had it bookmarked and wanted to try out their…read moremacarons. We happen to arrive as they were taking freshly baked croissants out of the oven so we opted for one of those as well. I was impressed with both and would return if I'm in the area. I enjoyed the variety of flavors available to choose from in regards to the macrons. I selected a 6 pack and liked the birthday cake flavor and salted caramel the most. The croissant was quite delicious as well. The bakery is located downtown so you will have to find parking, that was the only inconvenient aspect of it. It wasn't busy when we arrived so I wonder if they would have more customers if it were located in a section with more foot traffic or easier parking. Overall we had a pleasant experience.

Fantastic treats and friendly staff. Only downside is there is not a seating area. Delicious to…read moretake out though!

Caution. No self control? Then you better avoid the Pecan Chocolate Chip cookies at Loaf…read moreBakey...delicious, addictive, delightful

The desserts were absolutely delightful & tasty. We look forward to returning & trying something…read moredifferent. The owner was very nice and welcoming. There was also a refreshing corner nook to sit, eat and enjoy coffee

never open when they say they are. tried 3 times now. also what kinda dessert spot closes at 5pm…read moreyall are confused

Monuts was the perfect quick stop on a busy day. I ordered online and was pleasantly surprised by…read morehow easy pickup was, they have a dedicated side door with a doorbell, so you can skip the line and be in and out within minutes. Everything was ready when I arrived, and they even pre-cut the bagels, which was a small touch that made a big difference. I ordered the everything bagel and the jalapeño cheddar bagel, along with an orange poppy seed donut and a vanilla glazed donut. Everything tasted fresh and well-made, and it was easy to see why this place has such a loyal following. The only downside is parking, but there are plenty of nearby street parking options, so it's manageable if you're willing to walk a minute or two. Great food, convenient pickup, and thoughtful service. I'll definitely be back the next time I need a bagel or donut fix in Durham.

Lovely outdoor eating area, great for a warm day. Had the Turkish eggs, a biscuit and chicken…read moresausage and split a salad. The food was great and very tasting and filling. Tip is included. Would return!

This is our favorite bakery in the area for several reasons. There is a wide variety of baked goods…read moreto choose from and nothing is too sweet. They make cookies, pastries, breads (pan loaf and hand-formed ones), soups, hand pies, and sandwiches. The variety is amazing. During the holiday season, they offer larger pies and have various seasonal goods to offer. But what's also wonderful is this bakery gives back to the community in many ways. During the height of the pandemic, they offered free bagged lunch to anyone who needed one. They also were (are?) part of the pilot project for Durham's guaranteed income. It looks to me that the owners/company are concerned about being good citizens of the community and that's a great thing. These days, so many companies get bought out by private equity companies. I hope this bakery continues to be locally owned and operated! (Also, generally this bakery isn't offering the very fancy European/European-ish style pastries which is fine by me. The prices are very reasonable, possibly in part because they aren't trying to make their baked goods a "high end" item. There are other good local bakeries that offer "high end" pastries, but they are also much less affordable and for my taste, too rich.)

Cinnamon roll...tasty, flaky, warm, flavorful it was great. There was indoor and outdoor seating…read more Staff was great, friendly, and helpful. Will def go back!

Lutra Cafe is a great spot in the American Tobacco Campus. The vibe is fun and welcoming, and the…read morefood is really good (they have a cute otter mascot). They have coffee, morning buns, and other breakfast foods. We waited in line, but it moved pretty quick! Don't let it scare you. I ordered the biscuits and gravy and the pretzel. The pretzel was absolutely delicious. It came with a bright, spicy mustard that was also quite good. There's a decent amount of tables around the corner from ordering area. If you peep around the wall there's also a few tables in the alcove. It was a great spot to sit and chat with friends.

Lutra Bakery (American Tobacco Campus - Durham)…read more As part of our ongoing effort to explore more of Durham from our home in North Raleigh, we visited Lutra Bakery on a Saturday morning for breakfast. It proved to be well worth the drive. Breakfast for two came to $48.88 plus tax and tip, including a small staff benefits surcharge. **Location & Parking** Lutra is located at the American Tobacco Campus. Parking was easy in the lot near DPAC. One small tip for first-time visitors: as you approach, you won't immediately see the bakery's sign. It's tucked down a gentle driveway on the left. The curved street in front also makes for a convenient drop-off if someone in your group has difficulty walking. Don't let the line outside discourage you. There's limited room inside for people waiting to order, so the line extends outdoors. Once we placed our order, however, we found plenty of seating inside. **Atmosphere & Service** The bakery has a warm, upbeat atmosphere with a real sense of community. Everyone seemed genuinely happy to be there, and the staff kept the line moving while remaining friendly and welcoming. **What We Ordered** * Breakfast Sandwich (no aioli) * Bostock * Orange Sweet Bun * Granola Bowl (Cinnamon Almond Raisin) * Ciabatta Bundle * Drip Coffee **The Food** The **Breakfast Sandwich** was excellent. Served on a house-made cheddar bun with breakfast sausage, a perfectly cooked runny egg, everything worked together beautifully. I especially appreciated that the sausage complemented the sandwich instead of overpowering it, and the cheddar bun added wonderful flavor. The **Granola Bowl** was another highlight. The fresh fruit had exceptional flavor, and the house-made cinnamon, almond, and raisin granola was among the best I've had. It was fresh, balanced, and satisfying without being overly sweet. The **Orange Sweet Bun** was also excellent. The cinnamon bun itself was well made with plenty of cinnamon flavor, while the orange icing gave it a bright, citrusy finish. Lutra offers several icing flavors, and after trying this one I'll definitely be back to sample the others. The **Bostock** was beautifully baked. My only observation was that the almond extract was so dominant that you could not taste the cardamom. We also took home a **bundle of ciabatta rolls**. They were nicely made with a good crust, though they were lighter in texture than I generally prefer. **Overall** Lutra combines excellent baking, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere in a charming setting. We enjoyed everything, This is exactly the kind of neighborhood bakery we'd happily visit again, and we'll definitely be back the next time we're exploring Durham.