Grand Central Bakery

A Portland and Seattle favorite, Grand Central is a locally-owned artisan bakery that lures loyal patrons with its fresh bread, buttery pastries, housemade soups and tasty sandwiches (from egg salad to BLTs with avocado), not to mention its notable coffee drinks. Since select Northwest grocers and restaurants also serve Grand Central bread every day, look for the bakery products at businesses and farmers markets around town, too. In Seattle, find these airy spaces in spots like Eastlake, Pioneer Square and Burien, and settle in at patio tables on days when the weather cooperates. Grand Central Bakery also pleases the palate with its catering services.