
The leaves are starting to change and soon there will be a nip in the air. While there are a lot of reasons to love the fall, one of the best is often overlooked. In case you weren't aware, you may be excited to learn that it's also Sourdough September! During the entire month, people across the globe celebrate this delicious bread, and many even experiment with making their own.
If you love the taste and smell of freshly baked bread but don't have time to bake, you're in luck! There are a ton of amazing bakeries in the Columbus area. Here are a few we recommend checking out next time you're in the mood for the ultimate comfort food.
962 Demorest Rd. Columbus, OH 43204
If you're looking for an old-fashioned bakery, you'll love My Old World Bakery. The chef here has over 20 years of experience and specializes in many different types of bread, cookies, pies, and pastries. They also fry fresh donuts every night, and at the end of each day, they donate any items they haven't sold.
1028 Ridge St, Columbus, OH 43215
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Baker Dan Riesenberger is known for creating world-renowned sourdough bread using honest ingredients and time-honored practices. He also makes a variety of other breads including Black Mountain (ancient), Sesame, and Olive Polenta. The menu varies weekly and may include a variety of croissants and other pastries made with Snowville Creamery dairy and French butter. You can get Dan's treats at his bakery and at several other area markets and restaurants.
4723 Reed Rd, Columbus, OH 43220
The bakers at the Great Harvest Bread Co. pride themselves on making the freshest and most flavorful baked goods you've ever tasted. In fact, they welcome you to stop by the bakery and enjoy a free slice of hot-from-the-oven bread or one of their sweet treats.
One of the reasons their bread tastes so good is that they use whole grains and fresh-milled wheat bought from family-owned farms in Montana, which is known as one of the finest wheat-growing areas in the world. You also won't find any preservatives, additives, or complicated ingredients in any of their products.
59 Spruce St, Columbus, OH 43215
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If you're looking for sourdough bread that's "out of this world," look no further than Omega Artisan Baking! They handcraft all of their breads using high-quality, all-natural ingredients, and everything they make is free from preservatives and chemical additives.
In addition to sourdough, they also create a variety of breakfast breads, traditional bread, sweet treats, and other menu items like tartlets, quiche, and soup. Since they make their bread in small batches, they don't always have everything available every day. However, if you really want a particular kind of bread, you can just give them a call, and they're happy to accommodate your request.
1516 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH 43220
Golden Delight Bakery has been serving residents in the Columbus area for over 20 years. Everything in their shop is made from scratch daily, and many agree that it's the best bakery in town. If you're in the mood for a different kind of sweet treat, you'll also want to try their locally famous fresh strawberry cake.
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From sourdough baguettes made from an at-home starter aged 18 months to summer pies and scones, you're sure to love the selection of treats offered by OH Jenny Bakes. Her menu also includes Irish soda bread, focaccia bread, buttermilk biscuits, dessert breads, cookies, biscuits, and more.
Owner Jenny says she prioritizes taste and texture over elaborate decoration. When you order from her, you may notice the simple appearance of the goods you receive. However, don't let that fool you! These are sure to be some of the best baked goods you've ever tasted. If you're looking for food that tastes like grandma used to bake, you definitely won't be disappointed.
3675 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43213
The family-owned and run Matt's Bakery is a full-service kosher bakery. All of their baked goods are dairy, nut, and gluten-free, making this the perfect stop for anyone who has allergies or intolerances. You'll find a wide variety of baked goods here, including a selection of breads, cakes, cookies, pies, and pastries. They also offer platters and catering options so you can enjoy fresh baked goods at your next event.
932 S. Pearl St., Columbus, OH 43206
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L&M Bakery was born out of a love for baking and the owner's desire to make their community a better place. This cottage bakery specializes in breads and sweets. They fresh-make all of their items and will deliver them right to your door.
Their menu features classic French, ciabatta, multi-seed, mixed-herb focaccia, rosemary olive bread, and more. You'll also find a selection of sweet treats like chocolate chip pumpkin bread, double chocolate brownies, and vegan chocolate truffles.
When you order from this bakery, you won't just love what you get, you'll also feel good about doing it. In addition to making some of the most delicious baked goods in the Columbus area, they also donate $1 from every item they sell to the Mid-Ohio Food Bank.
5665 Emporium Square, Columbus, OH 43231
Any time you drive by Albys Bakery, you'll find yourself unable to resist the smells wafting out. This minimalist bakery focuses on just one thing – bread – and they do it exceptionally well. Their loaves of bread are light but also sturdy enough to slice and extremely fresh. Not only is the bread amazing, but you'll love the super-friendly owners and staff so much that you're sure to want to return again and again.
Where will you go to enjoy some fresh-baked sourdough bread?