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    Sub Rosa Bakery

    4.6 (599 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Jenny H.

    Took me 4ever to make it down to church hill to try this place out but finally got to try it out twice in the past couple of months. Go early to get the best selection. The first time I went with my daughter on a Saturday in July and we got there around 10:45am and there was a decent 15 minute line. By the time we got inside and had a look at the bakery case there wasn't a lot of choices. We got an almond croissant and a spinach feta tart. Also got an iced jasmine latte which was surprisingly good- slightly floral and not overly sweet. I'm always on the lookout for a good almond croissant. Unfortunately the almond croissant did not live up to expectations. Not the worst I've had- I liked the filling but the bottom layers looks like it suffered from failed lamination. It was one layer and overly baked. The layers on the tart were better and the flavors were great. On our second visit we got there at 8:30am on a Saturday and had way more selection: chocolate almond croissant, pain aux currant, sour cherry and pistachio croissant, morning bun. Chocolate croissant was better than the almond croissant cause chocolate pretty much makes everything taste better but not sure the layers on the bottom were any better. My favorite was the cherry and pistachio croissant. Lots of flavor and puff pastry was done well. The morning bun was good, but it was nothing special. Disappointing bc was expecting something great. My other favorite was the.pain aux currants. I went with several family members the second time and we all agreed our favorites were the sour cherry and pistachio croissant as well as the pan aux currants. Staff was friendly and helpful on both our visits. Parking can be a challenge, but you should be able to find something as long as you're up for a walk. No steps needed to get in the place so handicap friendly but seating inside is kinda limited but decent for the size of the place. There's also a few outdoor tables but there's no shade.

    Melissa M.

    Can't say enough good things about the quality of their food and drinks. Not much seating space but a go to spot for a good coffee + pastry

    Randy B.

    Great cafe with lots of tasty food. I tried several items and took the rest to go with a large coffee before I hit the road. Service is great! There may be a line, but it moves quickly, and if you sit for a while you'll notice people come in waves. Ambiance is calm and relaxing. Great place to come start your day.

    Steven F.

    Sub Rosa Bakery is the kind of place that makes you consider moving to Richmond just so you can call it your "local." This time was no difference from the first time I had it. Every time I see that machine in the back I just think they creamating their baked goods. If your anywhere near here this is a must stop for.

    John B.

    Reopened after a major fire (occupational hazard in the baking industry I guess), this place is a European-style corner bakery that mills local grains and puts out top quality baked goods. While it is a busy place, I had a short wait in line on a weekend (albeit a terrible weather day). I was unable to try everything I wanted to try, but the crew I brought it for enjoyed various options, including a mouthwatering sesame seed flatbread and an airier polenta loaf, as well as various sweet and savory pastries. There was a small amount of space to dine in and hot beverages are offered. On a nice day, It's a good location to sit outdoors nearby. In terms of the appearance, taste, and texture of these baked goods, they were top notch.

    Elizabeth N.

    Sub Rosa Bakery offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with a beautifully designed interior. The bakery features a unique selection of both sweet and savory baked goods. We especially enjoyed the sour cherry pistachio croissant, which was soft yet flaky and made with fresh ingredients. The chai tea latte was a bit subtle in flavor and could benefit from a bolder profile. Lines can get long and seating is limited, so visiting early is recommended.

    Leland L.

    Finally tried Sub Rosa after so many years and I so agree with the general population that it's the best bakery in Richmond! Great to see they have revived the space after the fire. And the revival showed because there was quite a line on a Saturday morning! The line moved quickly and the space is pretty big so once you are inside it's not super tight or crowded. They definitely sell out of things but do a good job replenishing throughout the morning too. I got an iced oat milk latte which was delicious, made with afterglow coffee! We split the chocolate almond croissant, cinnamon twist (?), and currant scone, all were fabulous but the croissant was definitely my favorite!

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    Chris R.

    Simply the best croissants you will ever eat. If you are in Richmond don't even dare to miss this. Would recommend 100%

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    Mary B.

    The cutest spot for fresh delicious treats. The service was on point. The window view is just perfect. The choices of treats were great and the price for the quality is very fair.

    Michael P.

    You can only say positive things about sub Rosa. They have the best baked goods in the city. The croissants are extremely flaky and delicious and their other sweet desserts are fantastic. Their bread is some of the best in the city and across the border, their prices are fairly reasonable for the quality of baked good. On the weekend line could be very long and they will sell out of most baked goods. You can pre-order before Thursday and then pick up on the weekend. The shop is small but during the week it's a nice place to sit for a few minutes while you eat your pastry. On the weekend I would plan to sit outside or take your pastries to go.

    Fig tart 5/5 stars
    Christina S.

    This is a bona fide bakery. Just walking up to the store, you can smell the wonderful aromas floating by. They seem to specialize in breads and croissant-based pastries. I love that the pastries allow the ingredients to shine and were not overly sweet. They also serve Turkish tea which is a nice bonus. Vibes: small, cozy bakery with a little bit of indoor and outdoor seating. Street parking. Many people seem to take their orders to go. Pastries are displayed by the cashier in a display case, and breads are behind the counter, along with the menus. Fig tart: 5/5, flaky base with custard layered with fresh figs. Simple but exquisite execution. Perfectly balanced as all things should be (hello Thanos) Definitely my favorite. Raspberry chocolate croissant: 5/5, the combination of dark chocolate and raspberries make for a sublime sweet/bitter/tart combination that is mellowed by the flaky yet chewy pastry Pain au chocolat: 4/5, a classic. Not much to say, it's solid but there are other fun options haha Salami croissant: 3/5 I'm sorry I forgot the actual name of the pastry but it had Italian meat in it. I love savory pastries, but this one was a bit jarring- the meatiness didn't seem to fit quite well with the delicate buttery pastry. Quiche: 3/5 same flaky crust with a creamy egg center. Again, I love savory pastries but this one was also just a step below their sweet ones. The pastry was chewy but the egg center was incredibly soft, with the vegetables' texture making a very apparent appearance. I thought it was quite a heavy pastry, but definitely had nice flavors! I'd love to try their bread next and will definitely be going back for their sweet pastries and Turkish tea!!

    Got there at 5 minutes before opening and there was already a line! Ordered an almond croissant and drip coffee to-go. Both 10/10

    Sunday morning rush
    J David H.

    When anywhere near Richmond during Sub Rosa's hours you better pull up. But do expect a line when they open until close. This quaint bakery in Church Hill does things the old fashion way with a wood fired oven that makes all the difference in taste. My visit around 8 AM on a Sunday found a challenge to park and a line a block long. I knew I had arrived at the right place. They have been on a try list for a few years. With a flight in a few hours I was a bit nervous, but it all worked out as they are just 10-12 minutes from the airport. The building is a charming two story with awnings. The neighborhood is one of the oldest in the city adding some charm. However not far is a lot of blight. I felt safe as I finally found my way to their front door after approximately 35 minutes. However you will make friends trust me. The counter of goodies is immediately as you walk in. The place is small but offers a few tables to enjoy your pastry and coffee, they also offer a few tables outside. The brick oven is the hero as employees work hard to pull off trays of bakery items to replenish the depleting cases. They have a policy of only 8 per customer. Larger orders call 48 hours in advance. I decided on a few items like a basic croissant, a chocolate croissant, a crumb cake and something with potatoes. I was eating in, but also taking a box out. So I informed them what was for here and also a cappuccino. It's pricey as the bill with 20% tip was just under $40. The service was friendly at the counter. I did chat with a staff who said their baking process begins by loading the oven with wood and firing around 2 PM for the next day. She jokingly said you would not want to be here it gets real smokey. The restroom in the back was clean. The pastries came out quickly on real plates with real metal utensils. Thank you! The cappuccino took much longer and was mistakenly put in a paper cup which was disappointing. Every single item was tried and magnificently tasty and fresh. I left very satisfied that I supported a local business as well as found such a gem of a bakery to recommend. The visit had one small hiccup that I will ignore for the purposes of their overall composite score of a full 5 stars. Sub Rosa has been in business for 13 years and has always had the same technique of making all their bakery items. I will hopefully return this year. My only regret was not hitting the max of 8.

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    Stopped by Sugar & Salt RVA for a little afternoon pick me up sweet treat. I had just finished a…read moremeeting nearby and wanted to treat myself. I had been here once before and ordered my friend a birthday mini fruit tart and myself a cake. I remember wishing the cake was a bit more moist and curious to try other desserts. I'm so happy I returned. This time I ordered the turtle cheesecake slice and a passionfruit tart for myself. I devoured these sweets. They were so yummy. They have more of a takeout situation here, so I ordered my sweets to go and ate them at home. It's pretty tiny shop. I loved the cheesecake the most. The passionfruit tart was fun, although with passionfruit as the base flavor I wish there were more tropical topping and then maybe a plain custard one with the berries. It was still tasty. I'd recommend stopping by if you're in the area looking for some dessert.

    MANNNN THE PASSION FRUIT TARTE WAS SO SO GOOD I THINK ABOUT IT OFTEN. I've never heard of anyone…read moreelse selling the passion fruit tarte, but it was definitely the best thing that I got. The cake I had was a red velvet cake beautifully decorated, but a little heavy and sugary for me al thought I usually eat cake from asian bakeries. The toffee cookie was also amazing! Inside the display cases were beautiful, the only downside is there isn't much room and you can't really sit in there! Service was good, very welcoming! I'm definitely coming back for the passion fruit tart, the other tarts do not compare and i'm so so serious about it .....

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    Great vibe with the furniture, the decoration, and the colors in the indoor space. The outdoor…read morespace looks very enjoyable, but I haven't sat there yet. The staff is friendly and polite. Although I try to stay away from sweets, their cupcakes look delicious. Illl have to have one of my kids try them and tell me if they are good :) I do like their cappuccino.

    I came in right after 8am, so they were probably just setting up and didn't think to seat me for…read moredine in. It was brusque but mostly not overtly rude, perhaps they were just busy getting ready. I ordered the charcuterie board ($28), a chicken salad croissant sandwich ($14), and the Lavender Bees Knees ($8). The drink was very pretty but not super flavorful. The chicken salad was good enough, but I think the croissant alone would have been wonderful. The charcuterie board had a substitutions I was not made aware of upon ordering (no pepper jelly, blanched almonds instead of candied pecans, and a green onion mixed type goat cheese with bacon in it instead of maple bacon goat cheese). They did add little pickles and the presentation was pretty enough, but no flowers like the owner posted photo on here. The meat was pretty thick which could be a positive or negative depending on personal preference, and the meat was decent quality. The fig jam was very good. The waitress who was helping the other tables had brought my food out but didn't check on me at all. I had to go up to the counter again to order a cinnamon roll ($8) and a coffee ($5) which she brought out to me. The coffee was nice and dark (Cameo blend) and incredibly hot. The cinnamon roll was okay, not very much cinnamon flavor but it was delicate and the icing was decent. The interior was pretty and it was a good spot to read a book and spend a morning.

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