đ„ Clear Flour Bread: Brooklineâs Bread Obsession
đ„ Clear Flour Bread: Brooklineâs Bread ObsessionâWhere Every Crust is a Victory Nestled at 178 Thorndike St, this bakery isnât just a spot to grab breadâitâs a ritual. Iâve tried plenty of Boston bakeries, but this one? My go-to, without fail. đ„ The Stars of the Show Croissants âš: Perfection. Flaky, buttery layers that crackle when you bite into them, with a soft, airy interior. The Apricot Croissant? My weaknessâsweet, fruity, and just the right amount of tart. Trust me, all their laminated pastries are fire. Oatmeal Cinnamon Raisin Toast đ: My friend swears by this (Iâll admit, Iâm missing out). Bonus: You can buy half a loafâgreat for small households. Sourdough, Focaccia, Baguette: All crowd favorites. The sourdough has that tangy, chewy crust I dream about; the focaccia is herby and soft. đ Why Itâs Worth the Hype The smell hits you blocks awayâwarm, yeasty, and irresistible. I once followed my nose here on a random afternoon, saw the line, and thought, âIf everyoneâs this happy leaving, itâs worth it.â Spoiler: They were right. Pro tip: No more â (messy)â street bites! The new coffee shop next door is the perfect spot to tear into your fresh bread immediately. đ Hours & Hack Open 8 AMâ7 PM (weekdays), 9 AMâ6 PM (weekends). Check their website for fresh bake timesânothing beats a still-warm croissant. Whether youâre a bread snob or just love a good pastry, Clear Flour Bread delivers. Itâs the kind of place that makes you appreciate the simple thingsâlike a perfect croissant, eaten minutes after it came out of the oven. #BrooklineBakes #BreadHeaven #PastryLovers