Bolivar Bread Bakery

Charming small bakery that specializes in bread and some baked goods located in Harper's Ferry. The bread was fresh and tasty and my husband loved the brownie. Friendly service and a lovely setting in a historic building. Parking in back or on the street. A few tables outside to enjoy your treats. Highly recommend. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars

Very cute little brick and mortar bakery with extremely pleasant and efficient service! Heavenly smells emanate from inside the building half the block down! So many interesting breads to choose from I have the olive and rosemary sourdough bread, which is divine.

While in town for a funeral, my friend gave me a nostalgia tour through Shepherdstown, Charles Town, and Harpers Ferry, where I grew up. One of her first instructions was clear: we have to stop at Bolivar Bread--and she insisted I try the Pretzel Samosa. When we arrived, I had a flashback to when the building used to be King's Pizza. I knew the owner back then and went to school with his kids, so the space already carried fond memories for me. Walking in now, I was immediately impressed--the display of breads, the open kitchen, and the warm, cozy vibe made it feel both fresh and familiar. The service only added to the experience. Everyone seemed genuinely friendly, and the person who helped us was chatty, welcoming, and offered some great suggestions. It made the visit feel personal, and I enjoyed the interaction just as much as the food. We ordered right away. Along with the Pretzel Samosa, I couldn't resist a Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie. The few outdoor tables were full, so we sat on the steps, eating and people-watching. The Pretzel Samosa completely blew me away. I asked for it warmed but worried it might turn tough as it cooled--yet the very last bite was just as soft and perfect as the first. The flavor was out of this world. I often order Aloo Naan back home in Colorado Springs (with potatoes and peas), but this went beyond anything I've tried--the pretzel aspect took it to a whole new level. Honestly, if I could have a dozen shipped to my door, I would. The cookie was enormous, and I nibbled on it for the next few days. It stayed soft, and the brown butter flavor elevated a classic chocolate chip cookie in a way that's hard to put into words. Thank you, Bolivar Bread, for not only the incredible bites but also for keeping the space cozy and welcoming, just like I remember it back in its pizza place days. With great food, warm service, and a nostalgic setting, I'll absolutely be back the next time I'm in town.

I have a new obsession... And it's called Bolivar Bakery!! We stopped after a Harper's Ferry hike and thank gawd we did!! We purchased a cinnamon bun, lemon & blueberry scone, and a sourdough rosemary & olive bread OMG!! We are half the loaf last night and I'm eating a quarter by myself for dinner. Literally the best bread I've ever had. I live 40 minutes away and WILL be making trips JUST for Bolivar. Thank you for changing my (bread) life. 💖

Fresh, healthy & very light sourdough, great taste with butter and blackcurrant jam & with hot classic English tea. I'll be a regular at the bakery.

Great food and great service! Highly recommend the pepperoni rolls! They were so good I ordered more to go. Loved everything!!!

This is no exaggeration. I went back for seconds and thirds. Everything is amazing here and whatever they pay the head baker or whoever created the recipes, please double it. The chocolate chip cookies, the cinnamon rolls, baguettes, loaves, etc. are all heavenly. Please keep up the amazing work and I look forward to the next time I'm in town to fatten up a bit more.

Very cute little bakery in Harper's Ferry! Love their maple butter biscuits. They had a wide selection and staff was friendly.

DELECTABLE focaccia and pretzel rolls. I wish I could've tried everything on the menu. Cute decor, kind staff and delicious baked goods. Free parking in front and a small lot outback. Paid street parking around town. No indoor seating but there are outdoor seats.

While in town for a funeral, my friend gave me a nostalgia tour through Shepherdstown, Charles Town, and Harpers Ferry, where I grew up. One of her first instructions was clear: we have to stop at Bolivar Bread--and she insisted I try the Pretzel Samosa. When we arrived, I had a flashback to when the building used to be King's Pizza. I knew the owner back then and went to school with his kids, so the space already carried fond memories for me. Walking in now, I was immediately impressed--the display of breads, the open kitchen, and the warm, cozy vibe made it feel both fresh and familiar. The service only added to the experience. Everyone seemed genuinely friendly, and the person who helped us was chatty, welcoming, and offered some great suggestions. It made the visit feel personal, and I enjoyed the interaction just as much as the food. We ordered right away. Along with the Pretzel Samosa, I couldn't resist a Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie. The few outdoor tables were full, so we sat on the steps, eating and people-watching. The Pretzel Samosa completely blew me away. I asked for it warmed but worried it might turn tough as it cooled--yet the very last bite was just as soft and perfect as the first. The flavor was out of this world. I often order Aloo Naan back home in Colorado Springs (with potatoes and peas), but this went beyond anything I've tried--the pretzel aspect took it to a whole new level. Honestly, if I could have a dozen shipped to my door, I would. The cookie was enormous, and I nibbled on it for the next few days. It stayed soft, and the brown butter flavor elevated a classic chocolate chip cookie in a way that's hard to put into words. Thank you, Bolivar Bread, for not only the incredible bites but also for keeping the space cozy and welcoming, just like I remember it back in its pizza place days. With great food, warm service, and a nostalgic setting, I'll absolutely be back the next time I'm in town.

A very popular bakery locally. The bakery also has a variety of espresso and coffee drinks. The shop is small but cozy. It has some cute decorations around the shop. The pastries are bread are more European style. Price of the pastries were reasonable. Will visit again for sure. It gets a 4.6 out of 5.

Excellent local bakery. They make delicious breads and baked goods and they also sell locally made products.

Love this little bakery. We came twice for breakfast and I tried the pepperoni roll and the potato samosa roll. Both are made inside a pretzel roll and are delicious. I probably liked the pepperoni roll better, but they were both good. Hubby got a cinnamon roll both times and he loved it. We also picked up a lavender shortbread cookie and a sourdough loaf to take home. We absolutely loved the lady working at the counter. I didn't catch her name but she was quirky and so friendly. Love love love her. It's a cute little bakery and a pick-up place. No tables to eat at inside, but they do have a parking lot, so that's nice. They also have coffee and some syrups and whole milk or oat milk to add to your drink. Will definitely be back if we're in the area again.

Stopped by to kickoff our day trip from DC to Harpers Ferry. Great way to start, they have lots of baked goods well past early morning. Seems they focus on bread. We got one of their filled pretzel rolls, a lavender shortbread and maple scone. Everything was good, but the pretzel roll was cold (like colder than room temp) and I wish they had warmed it up. Also, they only have drip coffee, no espresso (strange choice). Otherwise fine! Nice folks running the shop and cute interior.

The best bakery around. Every time I go to Harper's ferry, I stopped by this bakery for bread. My family just can't get enough! The staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating, the baked goods are perfect and it's absolutely adorable inside! We love this place! Please give them a try. You'll be a regular soon!

Amazing fresh breads and cookies. Absolutely delicious....you can taste the love in every bite. Outstanding service everytime we have stopped in. Sourdough, foccacia, ortiz, pepperoni rolls, samoda, macaroons, chocolate chip cookies and roman pizza on Sundays. Everything is perfect! My rating rationale +1 Service +1 Food~Taste/flavor/quality +1 Presentation +1 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value

Was so excited to give this shop a visit! I couldn't resist buying a beautiful bouquet of flowers, they are stunning! The staff was very friendly. The shop had so many options of breads,baked goods, and spreads! Cannot wait to try my sourdough bread! Don't forget to visit this shop when in Harpers Ferry!

I am happy to make a visit to this bakery whenever I am near . The breads, rolls and focaccia are outstanding. I have been probably a dozen times and have never been unhappy with the breads. I adore the sourdough breads and the focaccia . It is a real, from scratch bakery with reasonable prices, obviously a talented staff and cozy interior. If you have never had a WVa pepperoni roll start and finish here! I think they do an okay job however with sweets. The cookies are good, but not great and the many other sweets-cakes, scones, etc. have not always hit the mark-- e.g. sometimes the scones and cakes are really dry .Does that stop me from buying? Nope, lol.

How have I never tried Bolivar Bread Bakery before?! The moment you walk in you can smell the bread baking! The staff is so nice, and they do have street parking out front (which is def a plus in Harper's Ferry)! The coconut macaroon was huge and delicious! Not overly sweet, the perfect amount of chocolate, and paired perfectly with the coffee! It was also toddler approved by my son haha. They are participating in Frostyfest this weekend (they didn't have the hot chocolate today but will tomorrow), so I may have to go back to try the malted hot chocolate with a cookie straw!

I am in shock! This is one my favorite bakeries in the world. I am from New York and went to school in France. I also love Korean bakeries. I like to think I know a good bakery when I find one. I did not expect to find one so good in this little town. I stopped in for breakfast. I had a potato Samosa roll that was out of this world. I also bought three cookies that were three of the best cookies I've ever eaten. I went back later before leaving and spent 100 bucks on stuff to bring home. One of my favorite was the pickle rye bread. I already told everybody we have to go back to Harper's ferry specifically for this bakery.

In traveling about, I always try to find a local bakery. When seeing Harpers Ferry, if you miss the turn for the NHP parking lot and take the next right-hand turn on Union Street, you will directly come across Bolivar Bread Bakery. Check its opening hours and go! We bought the cinnamon raisin sourdough and the "everything bagel" sourdough. (Note if you get it sliced, you can start sampling once you get into the car/on a bike!) It's small shop with limited outdoor seating but there are steps you could sit on outside. A really great place to go.

I was excited to check out Bolivar Bread Bakery, as this woman-owned, small-batch, artisan bakery offers fresh-baked bread and pastries daily. We stopped by in the early morning, and we ordered: +Maple Butter Biscuits - buttermilk biscuits that are brushed with maple syrup, butter, and sea salt +a Seasonal Scone - when we went, it was a Cheddar Scallion Everything Scone +a Pretzel Samosa - pretzel dough stuffed with curried potatoes, onions, cilantro, and peas; loved the pretzel dough itself, but was not a fan of the filling and the flavors Staff was friendly, and there was a line already, early in the morning - items do get sold out quickly, so it's best to get there in the A.M.! I'd love to pick up some loaves the next time. There's a small lot behind the building for parking. +daily baked breads and pastries +small lot behind building for parking

The rye chocolate chip cookie was delightful. The bread was flavorful and fresh. Stop and try it out.

We went in for some bread and coffee and found some other treasures too. We really enjoyed the seedy multigrain sourdough and the cherry coffee cake. They sell beautiful, delicious farm fresh eggs! I wanted to buy more the next day but they are unfortunately closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

This place is a must stop if you're in the area. It's located right outside of the main center of town. My boyfriend and I stopped in on a Saturday morning and grabbed a pepperoni pretzel roll and a sourdough chocolate chip cookie. I was looking online and it looked like those were the best two choices try out. I'm happy I did. They were both delicious. The pepperoni pretzel roll was a hefty little bread, stuffed with meat and cheese. It was delicious, the pretzel itself super fresh, and the taste of a spot on. I don't think I had actually ever heard of a sourdough chocolate chip cookie before coming into the bakery, but that was delicious as well. It was super chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside. It just had a very slight hint of the sourdough and all the flavors went well together. If I was staying longer in the area I would've definitely try it out some of her breads. They looked fantastic. This is definitely a small shop mostly grab and go. They do have two small tables outside, which is where my boyfriend and I sat to enjoy her treats before walking down to the downtown part of the area. Highly recommend them!

The food here is INCREDIBLE!! You must try the pretzel pepperoni roll.. it's an 11/10. Their brown butter chocolate chip cookies are unbelievable! Everyone who works here is so nice and attentive! They're very helpful if you're not really sure what you want! There's no seating inside but there are a few tables outside which is really nice! It's a shaded area so you never really have to worry about the sun melting your cookie haha!

Very friendly. The bread tastes great. Good amount of parking in the back. Will try their seeets next time.

We were visiting harpers ferry for the weekend and our accommodations were dangerously close to bolivar bakery. We ended up stopping by basically every day and sampled a variety of options all of which impressed us. The shop itself is small with only two outdoor tables for seating but some people also sat and ate on the stairs outside. They sold a few local products in addition to their bakery items and I enjoyed getting to see the bakers working behind the counter. Everyone who served us was extraordinarily polite and friendly including providing a bigger cup with ice to turn my hot tea I to iced tea for the 90 degree weather. We tried the cinnamon roll, maple butter biscuits, brown butter chocolate chip cookie and everything bagel sourdough and liked everything although we wished the biscuits were a little more maple flavored. I particularly liked the cookie and the sourdough and if I am ever back in the area I will certainly be back!

Great bread and baked goods. Arrived at 8:00 sharp for some amazing hot sourdough bread. It was hard on the outside and warm and soft on the inside. I got a crumb cake sort of thing and it was awesome. 100% recommend this place.

This place is MAGIC! I love bakeries and typically visit at least one anytime I'm visiting a place. The bread was amazing, coconut macaroon was the best thing I've ever eaten, scone was perfect (and scones are hard to get right) and coffee fresh and delicious. I wish we had brought some home! Also, everyone who worked there was lovely and patient, the ambience is great and so cute. Side note: there is no seating inside, so it's outside or to go

Everything is so good!! Sadly only have it when we're passing through but the loaves here are perfection.

I haven't tasted bread like this in a long time! I bought the olive and rosemary sourdough loaf, and I wish that I lived next-door. This bread is so good, I also bought the lavender shortbread cookies, and am savoring every last bite. Not to mention the staff is extremely friendly and kind. I will absolutely be back, I may make the trip out from Northern Virginia, just for the bakery alone.

A great stop if you're looking for things to do around the Harper's Ferry area. It's only a twenty-ish minute walk from the main section of town, and I found it to be very walkable. The loaf of bread I got was appropriately Halloween-themed, shaped in the form of a very friendly ghost. The outside was crisp while the inside was cheesy and soft. I also love that they sell some local artwork and other goods in the store. I got a lovely sticker that I have on my laptop; it was reasonably priced, locally designed, and beautiful!

Harpers Ferry hasn't had something like this until relatively recently, but this local bakery seems a winner. A small store, but one which offered mouthwatering variety. I got a pretzel samosa roll for the road, which was an unusual creation, but every bit as salty and savory as it sounds. I can't quite remember what the sourdough I ordered was, but it has some seeds in it and it is delicious. There were some nice beverages and local items on sale as well, but the taste of fresh-baked bread is the perfect conclusion to a day of hiking on nearby slopes.

Their bread is amazing. Parking can be annoying on the weekend, but that's okay. It is a small space so it can get crowded fast.

If this bakery doesn't end up on the food network I will be absolutely shocked and disappointed. I've been to over 40 states (traveled from WA State); and have stopped at hundreds of amazing bakeries--but this ladies and gentlemen, IS. THE. BEST! I got the GF Amaretti cookie and OH MY GOSH...absolutely died and went to heaven!!!! I literally stopped in my tracks while eating there and ended up buying FOUR MORE (and yes I did eat the second cookie once I got home). Y'all, the cookie was RIDICULOUS!!!! I have never in my life tasted something so darn delicious. I ate it while sipping on my cold brew which was perfect with their caramel syrup and oat milk! Will, who I took a selfie with made the cookie as his senior project at culinary school. Will was fantastic, and deserves all the praise for his hard work. Everything else at the bakery looked absolutely mouth watering by the smell of it. I almost risked it all (I have celiac) to take a sample of the GLUTEN DELIGHTS but the cookie sufficed. This bakery is beyond cute, had other fantastic buys including veteran made jams and honey (which I also bought). I am around WV for the next couple months, and am already planning a trip back before driving back to the west coast. I CANNOT WAIT to be back and see if Will has more fun gluten free creations! UPDATE: I gave my last two cookies away to my buddies and they also agree the cookie was a slice of heaven. Will, I will be back the first week of December, and am already counting down the days until I get some more coffee and cookies to make my heart happy again!

I learned about this bakery on the WETA/PBS show "Get Out of Town." Intrigued, I visited and loved my experience. You are immediately embraced by freshly baked bread's delicious, yeasty smell when you walk into the shop. Your eyes will dance as they peruse the items available for purchase. The bakery offers a good selection of bread, biscuits, cookies, sweet breads and pastries. Each time I visit, it takes a while for me to decide what to purchase, but I'm always satisfied with my selections. The staff is super friendly and helpful and always have a smile on their faces. If you are in the Harper's Ferry/Bolivar area, stop at Bolivar Bread Bakery! You'll be so glad that you did!

Everything was perfection. I am sad we live so far away or we'd be here weekly . The bread was amazing. The chocolate chip cookie was good but the real must have was the pretzel pepperoni roll.

Their bread is from out of this world!! So fresh, chewy, and flavorful. We drive an hour from Maryland for their bread. Everything they sell is good, from their bacon focaccia to their baguette and sourdough! Amazing staff too. They don't use preservatives, so we freeze half immediately when we get home. Highly recommend!

Stopped here at a friend's recommendation, after strolling around Harper's Ferry. Super nice folks, and excellent coffee. I had a pepperoni roll and my sis had a scone - both were delicious! I only wish I lived closer and could sample more of their wonderful looking baked goods! Just be aware that parking is very limited -

The bread smells delicious, and the Bread is Delicious! They bakery was pretty busy on Saturday but the workers were friendly and patient. A nice experience, we will go back.

Excellent sourdough bread. The brown butter cookies were very tasty. They have a variety of items so we will have to go back and sample some more treats.

This bakery caught my eye as we were driving into town and then a quick Yelp search sealed the deal that I had to stop. Very cute bakery that makes all pastries in house. I bought a coffee and West Virginia must - the pepperoni roll. The pepperoni roll was DELICIOUS, and there was no judgement that I ordered it at 9:20 a.m. Immediately made all others in the car who didn't want anything jealous and even though I shared, they still wished they went in. The front counter server was extremely nice and chatted with me about some cool things she recommends when I told her I was from out of town. Would love to go back.

My favorites so far are the baguettes, amaretti cookie and the Amish butter and top it all off with the most kind staff. Can't wait to go back and try more things :) The sitting on the steps while enjoying our coffee and bread was an authentic touch for my family and I!

This place is going to be the death of me, but what a way to go... A family owned bakery, that started at home during COVID, has grown into one of the highlights of Harpers Ferry/Jefferson County, WV! Katie and her crew are top notch! You will be blessed stopping by...sourdough, dinner rolls, cinnamon rolls, baguettes, wheat bread, scones, granola...etc.

The best home-made baked goods in the area! Katie and her staff are top of the pops when it comes to delivering fresh baked sourdough and specialty breads, pastries, and other specialty sweets! A lovely little shop nestled in Bolivar/Harpers Ferry, WV - a must visit whenever you're in the neighborhood! You will not be disappointed!

This is our favorite bread store in the DMV (and yes, it is kind of out of the DMV). So many bakeries focus on cupcakes, but this store really focuses on breads. Sure, they have other great items, but the bread is the star of the show here. We make sure to stop by here on any road trip that goes anywhere near Harpers Ferry. The staff is always very nice and the prices are very reasonable.

The dinner rolls were a very nice addition to my chicken salad luncheon! And those brownies! One brownie can be cut up into Nine little pieces. There's so rich- one brownie goes a long delicious way! I'm so glad this bakery is there. Let's support them folks so that they stay in business!

Fantastic bakery! If i lived in the area I would be here constantly. We were down for a day trip and got the pickle rye, some pretzel pepperoni rolls, and sourdough chocolate chip cookies. All were absolutely delicious. We made a a tuna salad, BLT with the pickle rye. So good!! I can't recommend this place enough.

Top notch freshly baked goodies, great service and warm ambiance. We went 2 days in a row and if we were staying longer, we would have gone there everyday. We had the pepperoni rolls, earl gray citrus cake, foccacia (oMG...SO GOOD!), cheddar scallion scones (we had it with fresh berries and it was amazing), maple butter biscuits, choco-cherry sourdough bread and dinner rolls. It's truly all so worth it and the prices are quite reasonable. Would def come back to try their other goodies next time we are in the area.

Everything here is delicious - the breads as well as the sweets. I appreciated them having a vegan sweets option, which seems to rotate. Having a whole parking lot in the back was fabulous.

Fantastic small bakery just outside Harpers Ferry. I'm a bread snob and bake lots of my own bread. The sourdough was outstanding, pretzel excellent, pretzel roll tasty and the staff were super friendly. Can't say enough about this bakery. Small parking lot in back, looks like they share it was a nearby church so Sunday AM might be tough.

I love boliver bread! My favorite little bakery in Harper's ferry. I love getting a cup of coffee with their house made syrups that are out for you to help yourself with and a cinnamon roll. I have to say they have THE BEST CINNAMON ROLLS I'VE EVER HAD. I love grabbing a couple wild and wonderful loafs and freezing them to have all week. Super kind workers and the owner is great! Well done bringing such greatness to town.

I love bread. Whenever I travel, I customarily visit bake shops when possible, so I've tasted my share of breads. That said, this is some of the best bread I've ever had. The pretzels were soft and perfectly chewy, the scone was flavorful and well baked and the savory filled pastries were spot on. And the sourdough loaf...oh wow. This place is a treasure - we visited three times during our 2 day visit. Highly recommended.

The best!!!! We loved everything we purchased especially the rye loaf made with pickle juice. Going back this weekend for more of their fabulous baked wonders!!!!!

Delicious! Owner was so accommodating! I called on a day they were closed and was still able to grab 3 loaves!

I had seen an online review that mentioned the pepperoni rolls and they did not disappoint. The perfect snack after a long hike. Got a cinnamon bun to try later too.