Continental Bakery

Did some searching for a bakery that was open to sit down to eat and chat for a short while, only setting was outside at night with a cold chill, if there was a heat lamp next too use this would have made the night. This place sits in a small like English village with a unique bakery, lots of desserts, and homemade breads, salads, sandwiches, like to see this place in the daytime.

I love this place so so much. It has the coolest atmosphere. It has a European type vibe and it's extremely cozy. They have coffee and the BEST baked goods. We got coffee, a lemon bar, and a strawberry cheesecake croissant. It was very good. I will say, my pastry wasn't warmed, but I didn't ask and it was still very good.

I wanted to try this place out because I saw they had some vegan options. Emailed them about dietary restrictions but never replied so I had to call and ask. There were only four sweets available that were vegan and I was told that the sourdough bread was vegan so only five vegan options. Health score was a 90 as of October, 26, 2024. No clear menu to know all items and does not say what the dietary restrictions are on the items. The poppy seed lemon muffin and chocolate muffin was delicious.

In town to see family who recommended checking this spot out. As soon as we pulled up, I loved the look of the storefront. The beautiful flowered vines hanging over the entrance, with the antique wooden doors were so neat! They have a large selection of fresh baked goods. I only got a poppy seed bagel with cream cheese. While I saw some of the prices of the cakes to be a bit pricey, the bagel complete with cream cheese was less than a 1.50! Lots of other items for sale there in addition to their baked goods. There are no tables inside but you can find a few of them outside.

What a complete waste of money. For me, it’s one thing for a bakery to not have items that are very tasty, but it’s a whole different ballpark when the people that work there lie to you and tell you that it’s homemade and you can tell it’s clearly not. Me and my partner purchased several items. Two shortbread cookies, one persimmon pastry, two macaroons, and a slice of pecan pie. Everything was so nasty. I threw it all away. I’m concerned that this place is selling old pastries and desserts because nothing tasted fresh. I consider myself a macaroon connoisseur and was excited to try these as they have a variety of flavors. The minute I took a bite into it I could tell that they were not made here. The filling was extremely hard and was not soft and fluffy like a macaroon is supposed to be but hard and chewy. Moving on the shortbread cookies tasted like flour and dough that’s it. They must be some type of diabetic cookies because they weren’t sweet at all. Next up the pecan pie was just absolutely dreadful. This is the season to be making fresh pies, such as pecan pie, and this wasn’t fresh at all. The fill didn’t hold at all. It was just a liquid gooey mess and taste like butterscotch. There’s so many places here in Birmingham with potential, but they don’t want to keep up with quality so I have a one and done policy with places like this. No need to post pictures other than the one below. Everything else is in the trash where it belongs. Save your money! These one star reviews do not lie, I’m not the only one that shared some of the same thoughts and sentiments.

Stepping into this bakery is an experience that overwhelms your senses in the most beautiful way. The warm, buttery aroma of fresh-baked bread, the delicate sweetness of pastries, and the comforting scent of homemade sourdough fill the air, immediately making you feel at home. The selection is nothing short of incredible—rustic sourdough, classic French bread, soft sandwich loaves, and unique specialty breads, all baked to perfection. We had the pleasure of trying the almond croissant and raspberry croissant, both of which were flaky, buttery, and filled with just the right amount of sweetness. The true standout, though, was the specialty Connecuh sausage and white cheddar scone—savory, rich, and utterly melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Every bite is a testament to the skill and passion that goes into their baking. Whether you're looking for a fresh loaf, a perfect pastry, or something uniquely indulgent, this bakery is an absolute must-visit!

This place is always incredible, but TODAY- THEY WERE AT THE TOP OF THEIR GAME. The baguette, first of all, it the most heavenly fluff I've ever had in my life. Ripped off a piece, and the bread squished and re-fluffed to the original shape... what!?!? Heaven. The everything bagel- 15/10, pan au chocolate was also the most delectable one in existence. Always the best coffee in town. Thanks, Continental, for making my day and ruining every other bakery for me! I love you.

We absolutely loved the cookie box that was delivered to our office! We are so appreciative of the kindness shown to Green Springs Animal Clinic! We love our small business pals! 🐶