The Whole Grain Bakeshop - Brewer

November 2019: I enjoyed some delicious cranberry cardamom cinnamon bread! The vegan gluten-free cupcakes with glitter frosting were amazing! In a previous post, I mentioned their excellent gluten-free and vegan options, including creatively flavored banana bread cookies. You can also place orders in advance. The location, by St. Patrick's Church at the corner of North Main St in Brewer, is convenient and welcoming. They also sell their treats at farmers' markets—Wednesdays at the Bangor Grange and Saturdays at the greenhouse on Buck St.

If you have allergies or specific dietary needs and are willing to spend a bit more for some nice treats, this place is an excellent find. If you’re looking for something particular or need larger quantities, I recommend calling ahead, as we noticed that some items had just been sold out when we arrived. Also, don’t be misled by old reviews; this place is not located in a church basement, but rather has its own storefront. While the owner does accept card payments, cash is preferred for small businesses to avoid transaction fees. I would definitely return! EDIT: I did return, and wow, the gingersnap cookies are incredible! They don’t taste gluten-free at all. I’ve added some pictures that should be up shortly. Thank you for another fantastic experience!

We stopped by on our way through town, and we're so glad we did! I tried the gluten-free blueberry coffee cake, and it was absolutely delicious—hard to believe it was gluten-free! Everything in the shop looked great, it was very clean, and parking next to the building was easy. I highly recommend this place!

The owner is very friendly and will gladly answer any questions you may have. Parking can be a bit tricky, but I managed to find a spot nearby. They offer a wide variety of vegan breads, spreads, and jams. However, they don’t serve cassiers or anything mentioned in the description, though they are attentive. I had the tomato quinoa soup, which came with a side of cornbread and a slice of carrot cake. Everything was delicious, and I regretted not stopping by sooner!

This charming bakery offers delicious vegan and gluten-free treats that will keep you coming back for more. The whoopie pies are absolutely perfect, featuring just the right level of sweetness.