Brooklyn Artisan Bakehouse

Nestled in Crown Heights, Brooklyn Artisan Bakehouse has become a neighborhood staple since its 2016 debut, blending artisanal craftsmanship with farmhouse charm. Founded by Levy Krinsky – a real estate professional turned bread virtuoso – this cafe-bakery hybrid transforms simple ingredients into elevated comfort food within a rustic-industrial space featuring exposed brick walls and a striking L-shaped marble counter[3][5].

Rustic meets refinement
The menu showcases Krinsky’s bread-making prowess, with sourdough loaves and cinnamon buns achieving cult status among regulars[5]. Morning regulars flock for flaky almond croissants and velvety matcha lattes, while lunch crowds savor creative twists like za’atar-spiced avocado toast on house-made rye or Moroccan carrot salad piled high on seeded sourdough[2][4]. Evening offerings shift to thin-crust pizzas fired in a brick oven, topped with seasonal ingredients like roasted squash blossoms or nduja sausage[1].

Community cornerstone
Open daily from 5 AM (7 AM weekends), the bakehouse doubles as a communal hub where freelancers tap away on laptops beside families sharing shakshuka platters[3][4]. The outdoor tented area buzzes during warmer months, while winter sees regulars huddled over mugs of single-origin coffee near the pastry case[2]. Despite its growth (including a Coney Island sibling), the Crown Heights flagship maintains an unpretentious vibe, with counter staff remembering regulars’ orders and baristas crafting latte art for Instagram-worthy shots[2][5].

Essential details
📍 665 Empire Blvd, Brooklyn
🕒 Mon-Fri 5 AM-9 PM | Sat-Sun 7 AM-10 PM
💻 Online ordering available via DoorDash/UberEats
🍴 Catering menu features crowd-pleasers like babka French toast platters
🥐 Kosher-certified with seasonal menus during Jewish holidays[1][3]

From its humble beginnings as a bread hobby to its current status as a Crown Heights institution, Brooklyn Artisan Bakehouse proves that quality ingredients and neighborly warmth never go out of style[3][5].