Local Review: Black Bear Bread Company

When you are on your Emerald Coast vacation, you might be looking for the perfect place to stop for a treat. We have tons of options for upscale dining, charming cafes, dessert shops, and gourmet bakeries. It can be difficult to choose just one, so we’ll give you a look into one of our favorite spots.

Black Bear Bread Company opened in Grayton Beach in 2017. Nestled away in a charming little shopping center, the café and bakery have become very popular for locals and tourists alike. Their sign outside says they proudly serve Stumptown Coffee. That has to be the magic component that makes their coffee concoctions stand out above the rest. Along with some of the best coffee in town, they also offer wine, mimosas, and kombucha.

Choose from a wide selection of fresh pastries including local favorite, cinnamon rolls. Enjoy freshly baked bread, made onsite, or take some to go. Breakfast options include a granola bowl, grains, or Acai bowl. Order a bagel with smoked salmon or a croissant with delicious Benton’s Bacon. For lunch, try the Local Greens or tuna on sourdough. Dine inside with the friendly staff or sit on the patio enjoying the breeze.

Black Bear’s Bar Room opened next door with an enhanced menu and wine bar. Along with the café menu, the Bar Room offers oysters, charcuterie, and snacks to pair with wine. It is open everyday until 5pm. A new café will be opening in Grand Boulevard early this year. Co-owner of Black Bear, Dave Rauschkolb, says, “After celebrating a successful year at our café in Grayton Beach, Phil and I are both humbled and honored by how Black Bear is reaching legendary status among both locals and tourists alike. We always envisioned the Black Bear concept growing, and feel Grand Boulevard was a natural fit for our neighbors to the west of us.”

We are excited to see the community grow and love the many options available for coffee and dining. Black Bear Bread Company has been a favorite spot to energize for the day before exploring the coast. Enjoy your meal there and bring some fresh bread back to your 30A vacation rental. We are looking forward to checking out their new location! 

Published on Thursday, January 16, 2020