Norimoto Bakery
Bakery · Portland
469 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME 04103
Highlights
James Beard winner for pastries and Japanese snacks
James Beard winner for pastries and Japanese snacks
"Norimoto Bakery, in the quiet Deering Center neighborhood just off the main peninsula, sells “European pastries with Japanese sensibility,” which in practice means you’ll see miso caramel millionaire’s bars, red bean-filled baked goods, and more twists on all kinds of sweet things. Their fresh and warm onigiri rice balls make for a perfect breakfast or light lunch, especially if you need something to snack on." - alana dao 2
"Atsuko Fujimoto of this Portland bakery was a 2024 James Beard Award winner, taking the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker honor." - Erika Adams
"Atsuko Fujimoto of Norimoto Bakery won Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker." - Erika Adams
"Norimoto Bakery, in the quiet Deering Center neighborhood just off the main peninsula, sells “European pastries with Japanese sensibility,” which in practice means you’ll see miso caramel millionaire’s bars, red bean-filled baked goods, and more twists on all kinds of sweet things. Their fresh and warm onigiri rice balls make for a perfect breakfast or light lunch, especially if you need something to snack on." - Alana Dao
"PORTLAND, ME Norimoto Bakery is an unassuming spot in a quiet neighborhood of Portland, Maine, but they’re consistently churning out some of the most impressive baked goods in the area. Pastries like honey caramel black sesame kouign amann and dashi custard quiche are textbook examples of perfect technique and break up the monotony of butter and folded dough. Their version of a cinnamon roll adds some complexity to the familiar sweet treat—maple gooey butter and orange sugar replaces traditional frosting. Smaller items like miso millionaire shortbread bars and jalapeno sausage rolls are also great if you need a snack to fuel a day of lighthouse sightseeing." - anne cruz
