Five Points Artisan Bakeshop — Restaurant in Pittsburgh

A true artesanal bakery , a very good source of crusty breads that have reasonable fibre content.

BUT it’s seeming obsession of “European-style”, is farcical and misguided. — There is NO such thing 🫤🫤🫤. — Each European country has unique baking styles and traditions.

The self label of European-style” implies lack of confidence on American products they make; OR ignorance of European culinary cultures.

🤩 Seeded Multigrain Loaf: Excellent crusty exterior and very soft interior. It’s a great bread for breakfast.

🤩 Blueberry Bran Muffins: Excellent traditional American product. It’s almost savory, unlike the extremely sugary version.

🤬🤬🤬 Then there are the breads with French names that DO NOT meet the standards.

“Baguette” is a treasured long loaf protected by French law and UNESCO-designated heritage Artesanal product. —- crusty exterior and very soft very airy interior that it takes intensive training for a baker to be certified as creator of Baguette de Tradition Française. — Here, their long loaf is OVER CHARRED and VERY DENSE🫤🫤🫤, indicating either wrong ingredients OR lack of skill OR both.

“Croissant” means a viennoiserie that is crescent-shaped. …. Here, their laminated roll is buttery 😎 as it should be, but NOT A CROISSANT.

“Fougasse” means a flat light loaf shaped and scored like a head of wheat. … Here, their seeded flat bread is a a small dense bread that is crudely cut.

“French Roll” refers to oblong-shaped flattish soft wheat roll…. Here, their roll is a good old regular American roll 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 as should be proudly named.

Service...

The food is delicious, fresh, and you can tell it’s made with love and baking magic. We love that you can see the makers next door and they often will wave to my child and show them what they are making! With that said, we have come here countless times and the service varies from amazing and patient to totally oblivious and dismissive. When it is great, it’s great, but when they have one grumpy and inpatient worker on the line, it makes for a frustrating experience. Yesterday we got home to find that they threw together a flourless chocolate cake and muffins (all delicious on their own) with a ham and cheese croissant - to which the sweetness of pastries were lost to the overpowering savory flavors of the ham and cheese croissant. Not sure about you, but I really don’t want my delicate flourless chocolate cake to taste like everything bagel. We ended up being overcharged because they charged us before they put our order together and didn’t have an additional ham and cheese croissant, so we added an additional muffin that they threw on top of the other pastries. This might sound tedious and petty to call out, but this type of issue has happened more than a handful of times over the years and we always give them a pass because the pastries and bread are really fantastic and the baking staff seem like genuinely amazing people who love their craft. That said, standing in line for this type of service is...

Nestled in the heart of South Squirrel Hill, Five Points Artisan Bakeshop is a true hidden gem that delights with its delectable pastries and savory sandwiches.

Upon entering the cozy bakery, the aroma of freshly baked bread and sweet treats fills the air, instantly captivating the senses. The almond croissant is a must-try, with its flaky, buttery layers and a generous filling of sweet almond cream. The blueberry danish is equally impressive, boasting a vibrant burst of fruit flavor and a perfectly crisp crust.

Beyond the pastries, Five Points also offers a selection of mouthwatering sandwiches. The ham and cheese is a classic done right, with thinly sliced ham, melted cheese, and a touch of mustard on freshly baked bread. Each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures.

The bakery's commitment to using high-quality ingredients is evident in every item.

The staff at Five Points is friendly and welcoming, adding to the overall charm of the bakery. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast pastry or a satisfying lunch, Five Points Artisan Bakeshop is a must-visit destination in Squirrel Hill. Its exceptional pastries, savory sandwiches, and warm atmosphere make it a true neighborhood treasure. If you're going over weekend, make sure to go early as there sandwiches runs out quick, parking is available on roadside. There is general a 10-15 mins wait in morning...