Auroville Bakery & cafe — Restaurant in Tamil Nadu

A Taste Amidst the Chaos

Nestled in the heart of Pondicherry, Auroville Bakery beckons with promises of delectable treats and cozy ambiance. However, my recent visit revealed a bustling scene that might overwhelm the unprepared.

Upon arrival, the allure of freshly baked goods was undeniable, drawing throngs of eager patrons. Unfortunately, the popularity of the bakery translated into long queues, stretching beyond the threshold and testing the patience of even the most ardent food enthusiasts. With a wait time exceeding 30 minutes, impatience crept in as hunger gnawed at our resolve.

The scarcity of seating compounded the predicament, leaving us with no choice but to hover amidst the clamor, clutching our numbered tokens like prized possessions. The ambiance, though vibrant, felt stifled by the cacophony of conversations and the incessant shuffle of patrons vying for space.

Yet, amid the chaos, a silver lining emerged in the form of the food itself. Despite the limited menu options due to high demand, the offerings did not disappoint. Each bite was a testament to the bakery's commitment to quality, with flavors that transcended the chaos of the surroundings.

While the experience may deter the faint of heart, it is undeniable that Auroville Bakery's culinary prowess warrants a visit, provided one can brave the crowds. For those seeking a taste of Pondicherry's renowned bakery scene, a trip to Auroville Bakery is a rite of passage, albeit one best undertaken during quieter moments when the charm of the establishment can be fully...

It's a must go for breakfast and for bakery reasons in itself

When Otto came from Austria to Auroville in 1981, two small bakeries already existed. One was situated in the Aspiration community, the other - founded by American Larry and later run by Tamilian Sundaram - was in the Kottakarai settlement, where a small oven had been built. Wheat from government rations was used to bake the bread. Unfortunately, the cheap quality of the grains did not lead to top quality results, but it was a start. Otto joined the experiment, although he had no experience in baking whatsoever. His background in Vienna was banking, and besides that rational job he spent his free time running a discotheque!

I always wanted to be independent, and in Auroville I wanted to do something completely different than I did before. In the beginning I thought of doing pottery, but the potters asked for full commitment for the week. In the bakery, they were even happy if you would come for one day.. It was an excellent experience, even if you swept the floor, it didn't matter. The work was very physical and hard, quite taxing. We were a good team; no-one was the boss", remembers Otto. There were no helpers to do the cleaning; 3-4 Aurovilians worked in 2-3 shifts per week; and no-one was paid. Some local grains like ragi and varagu were tried out: the output was ½ loaf of bread per...

(16.04.2022), There is no need for me write about this bakery, because this is very famous and almost who have visited Pondicherry, have never missed this place among other eateries, like Tanto Pizzeria, Cafe Xtasi, Tanto ... never ending list and written along with photos/videos in the social media including Google Maps.

Even then, I would like to add some more points (maybe known or unknown) ... around this bakery with photos.

Everything is made fresh in the morning and the items gets sold-out in no time. Timing Monday to Saturday 7 am to 5.30 pm.

Behind the bakery a storeroom is there .. Maida (refined flour) bags are kept and at another place woods are kept.

Back side entry is only for staffs where baking is carried out. Woods are used for baking.

There is a restaurant behind this bakery, one can order and dine here and also buy from Bakery and eat here.

This restaurant serves Fruit salads, Sandwich, Warp, South Indian platters, Fresh Juice, Cool drinks, Toast butter Jam, Crossant butter, Hot chocolate drinks, Combo Plates, Omelettes etc. along with free WI-FI. PASSWORD is written on the board.

Open free Parking slot/ space is also available behind the restaurant for 4 wheelers.

Don't worry washrooms is also...