Town Bakery & Cafe is one of those neighborhood gems that makes you feel lucky to live nearby. Tucked into the Rheem Shopping Center, it’s a European-style bakery by morning and a surprisingly good dinner spot by evening — run by owners who clearly care about every pastry that leaves the display case.
What Makes It Special
This isn’t a chain bakery cranking out day-old muffins. Everything is made in-house, from the flaky almond croissants to the buttery scones. The owners’ attention to detail shows in every bite.
What to Get
Morning
- Almond Croissant — Buttery, perfectly layered, and generously filled
- Ham & Cheese Croissant — Savory breakfast upgrade
- Basque Cheesecake — Caramelized top, creamy center (gluten-free)
- Morning Buns — Flaky cinnamon spirals that sell out early
- Coffee — Solid espresso drinks to fuel your day
Dinner (Tuesday–Saturday)
The secret Moraga doesn’t shout about: Town Bakery serves dinner. The menu is limited but well-executed — think generous salads, comfort food done right, and reasonable prices that make it a regular weeknight option for locals.
The Vibe
Small, bright, and unpretentious. Grab a pastry at the counter, find a seat, wave to neighbors. The kind of place where the person behind the counter might know your usual order. Parking is easy in the Rheem lot.
Good to Know
- Closed Mondays — Plan accordingly
- Afternoon break — Closes 3–4pm between breakfast/lunch and dinner service
- Get there early for the best pastry selection
- Takeout-friendly for weekday mornings
- The dinner salads are generous enough to split
- Pi Day tip: Their tarts and Basque cheesecake make a worthy pie substitute on March 14th
The Verdict
If you live in Moraga and haven’t discovered Town Bakery yet, fix that immediately. It’s the kind of place that makes a neighborhood feel like a neighborhood — a morning stop worth building your routine around.