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Bay Bread Company

4.6(471)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 471 reviews (Google rating)Bakery$$
(231) 922-8022 Directions baybreadco.com

Quick facts

Bay Bread Company is a bakery at 601 Randolph St in Traverse City, MI, open Tue–Sat from undefined. Call +1231-922-8022 for details.

Address
601 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684
Phone
+1231-922-8022
Hours today
undefined – undefined
Price
$$

About Bay Bread Company

Bay Bread Company is a bakery at 601 Randolph St in Traverse City, MI, offering artisan breads, sandwiches, and other baked goodies. An espresso bar and breakfast service round out the offerings, and free Wi-Fi is available. Customers can shop in the bakery or use takeout, in-store pickup, and delivery options. The business is listed as suitable for a quick visit and has a Google rating of 4.6 from 471 reviews.

The women-owned bakery welcomes LGBTQ customers and identifies as a transgender safe space. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking, and a unisex restroom is available. Both free and paid street parking are listed. For payment, the bakery accepts credit cards, debit cards, checks, and NFC mobile payments. These service and access details accompany a bread-focused offering that also includes sandwiches, breakfast, and coffee.

Known for

  • Artisan breads and sandwiches
  • Espresso bar and breakfast
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Women-owned and LGBTQ-welcoming
  • Takeout, pickup, and delivery

What to order

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Popular times

Usually not too busy right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 33 of 100, 8a: 47 of 100, 9a: 60 of 100, 10a: 65 of 100, 11a: 73 of 100, 12p: 69 of 100, 1p: 61 of 100, 2p: 55 of 100, 3p: 42 of 100, 4p: 31 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 31 of 100, 8a: 39 of 100, 9a: 49 of 100, 10a: 73 of 100, 11a: 87 of 100, 12p: 100 of 100, 1p: 90 of 100, 2p: 76 of 100, 3p: 58 of 100, 4p: 47 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 30 of 100, 8a: 34 of 100, 9a: 38 of 100, 10a: 46 of 100, 11a: 58 of 100, 12p: 74 of 100, 1p: 71 of 100, 2p: 50 of 100, 3p: 31 of 100, 4p: 28 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 33 of 100, 8a: 50 of 100, 9a: 73 of 100, 10a: 74 of 100, 11a: 82 of 100, 12p: 68 of 100, 1p: 52 of 100, 2p: 41 of 100, 3p: 30 of 100, 4p: 30 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 36 of 100, 9a: 47 of 100, 10a: 50 of 100, 11a: 47 of 100, 12p: 0 of 100, 1p: 0 of 100, 2p: 0 of 100, 3p: 0 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

473 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★371
  • 4★60
  • 3★12
  • 2★12
  • 1★18

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • cinnamon rolls×37
  • scones×18
  • sourdough bread×17
  • sticky buns×11
  • coffee cake×6
  • fresh baked bread×5
  • cozy atmosphere×4
  • choc chip cookies×3
  • cherry sourdough bread×3
  • garlic toast×2

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Great cookies, sticky buns, scones, etc. Pricey but excellent quality.”

    — Fred Schauer, September 30, 2026 · google

  • “Best oatmeal raisin cookie I have ever had! Crisp on the edges, chewy, and insanely delicious! The BLT and break were great too!”

    — Nathan campers, September 25, 2026 · google

  • “Lovely scones, muffins and cookies-went there every day during my stay”

    — Nici G., August 22, 2026 · google

  • “The previous owners managed a jovial, bustling bakery with lovely spaces to eat. The sourdough was the best. Sandwiches made with it were moist & dreamy. Now, you can sit at a filthy picnic table outside where there is no trash can (and …”

    — Jenny Lederer, August 19, 2026 · google

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Bay Bread Company — frequently asked

Is Bay Bread Company open on Mondays?
No — Bay Bread Company is closed on Mondays.
Where is Bay Bread Company?
Bay Bread Company is at 601 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684.
How expensive is Bay Bread Company?
Google lists Bay Bread Company in the $$ price range for bakeries in Traverse City, MI.
What is the phone number for Bay Bread Company?
You can reach Bay Bread Company on +1231-922-8022.

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