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Crust Baker

8.7 • Bakery
🍞 Bread
🍞 Sourdough
🍫 Babka
🍰 Cake
🇫🇷 French Food
🥐 Croissant
🥐 Bakery
🕍 Kosher
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Sourdough bread and dairy babka dominate the menu, with crispy crusts and soft, sticky interiors that draw a loyal crowd. Pickup requires advance reservation, creating a semi-secret vibe with long lines and no walk-in sales. Prices run high, reflecting the kosher specialty and consistent quality.
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People are saying

"I found the sourdough bread to be the best."

"I thought the babka was the best I had ever tasted."

"The bread here is rare and dependable for what they specialize in."

Good to know

1

The cutoff day to reserve challah is Wednesday for Friday pickup.

2

You must reserve in advance to get challah; walk-ins are not accepted.

3

The bakery is only open specific days of the week.

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Crust Baker
8.7
1149 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, New York, United States
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