What Are the Best Bakeries in Yakima for 2026? Here’s a Quick Guide to Share
Fall weather is the perfect time to start making crock pot recipes, homemade soups, and mixing up dough in the Kitchen Aid.
Right now, I'm focusing on freshly baked bread. I've been on a kick to learn how to make focaccia, and it's taken me a few tries in the kitchen, but by Jove, I think I've finally got it. But if you don't feel like making your own bread from scratch (or know how to), check out some of our amazing local bakeries here in Yakima.
The Upper Crust of Yakima
I think about that guy in the movie Forest Gump who loved talking about shrimp.
"There's shrimp-kabobs, shrimp creole, shrimp gumbo. Pan fried, deep fried, stir-fried. There's pineapple shrimp, lemon shrimp, coconut shrimp, pepper shrimp..." - Bubba
That's how I feel about the bakery scene here in Yakima. We've got artisan breads, bolillos made from passed down Mexican American family recipes, gluten and dairy-free loaves, and gourmet breads made with love out of mama's kitchen and other family-owned bakeries.
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Top-Rated Local Bakeries in Yakima for Fresh Bread
Tell me in the comments below which bakery is your favorite. Email me if your fave isn't on this list so I can add them.
Locals love shopping at the popular Franz Bread outlet for bread, but if you're craving something fresh from a bakery, here are the top recommendations.
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