This part of town is saturated with James Beard award nominees, and at Standard Baking Co. (a semifinalist more than once) early birds get the best selection of irresistible breads and pastries, like hand-rolled prosciutto and asiago croissants ($5.20), pain au chocolat ($3.40) and marinated olive bread ($6.25); online orders accepted (75 Commercial Street). Stroll over to Fort Allen Park to immerse yourself in a little American history while polishing off that flaky croissant.

One of the more pitch-perfect bakeries in the Pine Tree State, you'll have to visit early (or put in an advance order) to get your mitts on these delectable baked goods. The perfectly airy croissants, crusty baguettes, beguiling tarts, dainty madeleines, and creative breads incorporate locally sourced grains and are nothing short of revelations.

What may come as an obvious pick for bakeries in Portland, Standard Baking Co. continuously succeeds in delighting tastebuds since its initial inception in the Old Port in 1995. With artisanal baked goods and pastries (baked with organic ingredients), visiting company can expect a line at Standard Baking Co. on any given day (especially during the summer months), yet one that is worthy of the wait and has been perfectly streamlined over the 20 years of business (Tip: order ahead online!). Handcrafting their baked goods throughout the day in their 12-ton, stone deck oven, at SBC you’ll find traditional French baguettes, hearty German Vollkornbrot, fragrant Focaccia, and all-organic Miche made from 100% Maine grown and milled whole grains.

Standard Baking Co. has been setting the standard for bread and pastry in Portland for three decades—and from the looks of things, they’re not slowing down anytime soon. Depending on when you drop by, you might find shelves laden with crusty loaves of naturally leavened bread, trays glistening with sticky morning buns, or piles of cookies whispering to you, begging to be added to your order. We stopped in late in the afternoon, which meant some favorites were already long gone—but it also meant we were able to waltz right in without waiting in the snaking queue.

Standard Baking Company can see its 30th anniversary cresting over the horizon, but owner and baker Alison Pray is not about to slow down now. From her Commercial Street space, she supplies dozens of local businesses (including upstairs neighbor, Fore Street) with crusty baguettes, airy miche loaves and frangipane tarts. This European bakery is a genuine Maine classic.

Standard Baking Co. is to the Portland baked-goods scene as Fore Street is to its restaurants, and indeed they are part of the same hospitality group. From baker Alison Pray and team, breads such as Maine 5-Grain, Vollkornbrot, and miche are far from standard; they are extraordinary. So are the pastries, from morning buns to pistachio snails to chocolate corks.

Step into the warm embrace of The Standard Baking Co. in Portland, where the intoxicating aroma of freshly baked delights will lure you in. Their artisanal breads and pastries are a testament to quality and craftsmanship. Enjoy buttery croissants, flaky fruit tarts, rustic bread loaves, and other irresistible treats showcasing the very best ingredients.

Sorry for the lack of photos at Standard Baking Company, I was so excited to order stuff I barely took any. This place is owned by the same restaurant group that owns Fore Street, Scales, and Street and Co so you already know it’s going to be good. I guarantee you there will be a line out the door and they will sell out of stuff so get there early.

Standard Baking Co is another of the great bakeries in Portland Maine that opened a while ago, and they’ve been open since 1995. They specialize in making artisanal goods with the finest ingredients available, and everything is handcrafted. On the menu, there’s everything from tasty rolls and bread to sweet treats like cookies and croissants.

The consistently long lines at Standard Baking Co. tell you everything you need to know about this incredible bakery. The wait is well worth it because you will be privy to some of the best pastries in New England!. No trip to Portland is complete without a morning at Standard Baking Co, so arrive early to avoid the super long lines.

It’s right above it's partner spot, Standard Baking Co., so they serve the bakery's phenomenal bread that essentially make ordering the mussels a no-brainer. It was our splurge meal but was 100% worth it...the service was incredible!. We split the mussels, J got the sea bass, and I took a break from seafood and got the chicken.

Family-owned, The Standard Baking Company has been serving up artisanal bliss since 1995. You can watch the magic happen in their open kitchen—and if you weren’t planning on buying anything, make no mistake about it: You will, after being exposed to what equates to sensory overload…in the best way.

If you have a sweet tooth or a love for baked goods, this should be your first stop in Portland. Known for their fresh bread and their variety of cookies, cakes, and buns, Standard Baking Co. has been called one of America’s best bakeries a number of times. Be sure to try their sticky bun.

Standard Baking Co: Some of the most delicious breads in town, just steps away from the Hilton Garden Inn, where we stayed…and just under Fore Street. (They bake the bread for the restaurant.) Not a lot of pastries and cakes…more of a rustic bakery. But what they’ve got is wonderful.

In addition to its regular craveable treats, this classic Portland bakery offers a holiday menu of apple galettes, chocolate hazelnut torts, bundt cakes, and more. Definitely don't miss the soft yeast rolls to accompany your holiday dinner. 75 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101

If you've got some time to kill and you like looking at beautiful photos of breads and pastries, please visit Standard Baking Company's website at your earliest convenience. This chocolate hazelnut torte is so much yes you'll probably order two. One for now and one for now.

This family-owned bakery offers up bread and pastries made from carefully selected ingredients. You’ll find croissants, focaccia, traditional French baguettes, and other artisanal baked goods. You can even watch as they’re prepared by hand in the open-production bakery!

Lauded by the likes of Bon Appétit and Saveur and well loved by locals and visitors alike, Standard Baking has been a fixture of the Portland food scene for two decades. Their traditional French breads and baked goods make the top of everyone’s required eating list.

Set on Commerical Street in the Old Port, The Standard Baking Company has the rich buttery smell of the best Parisian bakeries. Except that this place offers views of the Atlantic. I was lucky enough to procure a brown butter and dark chocolate financier.

Tucked beneath sister restaurant Fore Street, this wood‑fired bakery has been a Portland Institution since 1995. I couldn’t leave Standard Baking Co. off the list. While I haven’t visited often, they’re my go-to for delicious sourdough bread.

Why It's Great: No lunch is complete without a sweet treat, and The Standard Baking Co. is the perfect spot to indulge. They offer an array of delicious pastries, cakes, and cookies, with an emphasis on using high-quality ingredients.

Admittingly, I have not had all their offerings but have only really liked the Pain au Levain, plus the staff is always rude and snooty. It is a bakery, come on now!. Felt the same current upstairs with regard to decorum.

To enjoy Portland like a local, you’ll need to know all of the local points of interest. One of them is Standard Baking. Found behind an unassuming shopfront, Standard Baking is one of the best bakeries in the city.

In fact, it's part of one of the most successful restaurant groups in Portland that also includes Scales, Standard Baking, and the iconic Fore Street. That is like the 1927 Yankees of restaurant lineups.

- Rating: 4.6/5 (742 reviews)- Price level: $$- Address: 75 Commercial St. Portland, Maine - Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes- Read more on Yelp

Street & Co, Standard Baking, and Scales are all top-class and all right in the heart of Portland's Old Port. You can read more about them all here.