What is Toronto’s best old-school bakery? Tell us your favourite neighbourhood spots - Toronto Star

Toronto's old-school bakeries have stood the test of time. Tell us which ones deserve some love.

A customer at Harbord Bakery, which turned 80 in 2025.

Nothing beats the comforts of walking into your trusty, long-standing neighbourhood bakery for a fresh loaf of bread, a tasty treat or two, or a little something to enjoy with your coffee.

Across Toronto, these bakeries have become beloved fixtures, serving generations of customers and bringing people together along the way.

What’s your favourite old-school bakery?

Who has the friendliest service? Who has the strongest espresso? And who makes the best baked goods?

The only parameters? They need to have been open for more than 25 years (opened in 2000 or earlier) and they need to be truly delicious.

Let us know in the comments below, or send life and culture reporter Briony Smith an email at brionysmith@thestar.ca.

Briony Smith writes about culture, entertainment and lifestyle for the Star.