Kalye 80’s Bakeshop offers authentic Filipino breads that truly capture the flavors of home. If you’ve been longing for the kind of breads you’d find in a small barrio bakery in the Philippines, this is the closest you’ll get.
The Spanish bread, while a bit airy, is as original as it can be. Their Pan de Coco is also excellent—sweet, fragrant, and nostalgic. We especially enjoyed their take on Yema Ensaymada, which comes close to Iloilo’s beloved Pastel—equally delicious in its own way. I do wish they would someday offer the traditional Ensaymadang Suso, the one with margarine, for that added touch of authenticity.
The Pan de Sal has room for improvement, but given time for their oven to acclimate to the cool kitchen, it could easily reach its full potential. The Turon may come off a little soggy, but honestly, that’s part of its charm—just like the turon you’d pick up along the streets back home.
Overall, Kalye 80’s Bakeshop brings a warm, nostalgic slice of the Philippines through its breads and pastries. Definitely worth a visit if you’re craving the flavors of home or exploring the unique...
Read moreNew Filipino bakery (opened 9/18/25) & OMG, Go & get your fresh baked yummies! They have Ensaymada, Pan de Sal, Ube (purple yam) baked goodies, & MORE. Buy by the piece, half dozen, or dozen. We were not disappointed & will be coming back for more! 🤤
Mark & Oscar are pleasant and very helpful! When we were there, older Filipino couples were walking in. You know it's good when you see that.
Currently, no seating on site. It's a buy & carry.
It's hidden away, on the RIGHT SIDE of the building, towards the back. (See video for locating...
Read moreI just discovered this great new Filipino bakery in Charlottesville. Fantastic pastries, yummy coffee, and really friendly, helpful staff making it a place I will certainly go back to. It’s a little hard to find, tucked around the backside of the international markets on Emmett Street, but definitely worth a trip from Amherst. BTW Both international stores there are great too. I had no idea there were such large Latino and Asian grocery stores...
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