Little Cove Bread — Restaurant in Sylva

I thought I knew almond croissants. I thought I understood flaky, buttery perfection. Then I met Little Cove Bread and their almond croissants, and now my life will never be the same. From the first bite, I felt like I had been transported to a Parisian café where angels sing Edith Piaf songs while sprinkling powdered sugar over your breakfast. The almond filling? Oh, the almond filling. It wasn’t just almond paste—it was almond poetry. Sweet, nutty, creamy, and criminally addictive, it made me question why I’ve been wasting calories on inferior pastries my entire life. The only downside is that this croissant has ruined me. Every other almond croissant now tastes like a dry napkin stuffed with sadness. I mean it was the best pastry I’ve ever eaten. Buy it. Just know that you’ll never...

This bread is the best bread I’ve ever had. Walked in Saturday and was sold out of most. Which attests to how freaking good this bread is. Was greeted kindly by an associate. Explained what was available with kindness and encouragement. The customers were friendly. The vibe is immaculate. Got the best buttery croissant of my life. The sandwich bread was so satisfying. Tried with a medley of pairings. But even just with butter it was fantastic (and honestly my fav). We are here visiting for a week and already sad we can’t order until Thursday. Gonna put a preorder in this time!! Do yourself the favor and get all the...

Stumbled into this place during a recent visit to Sylva. Exceptional bakery with some of the finest breads I’ve had since leaving the northeast. This is a small, locally owned and operated bakery, providing high quality at reasonable prices. Try it - you’ll like it, and you’ll be back. And that’s what they need…a steady and regular customer base, augmented by tourists. Not much profit in bread, so let’s help them become successful and be here for...