Reunion Bakery & Espresso

  4.8 – 452 reviews   • Bakery

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Address: 26 S New St, Staunton, VA 24401

Phone: (540) 457-6814

Website: http://www.reunionbakery.com/

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Reunion Bakery makes great bread, pastries, and espresso with the finest available ingredients. Located in downtown Staunton, VA.

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Reviews

Truman Gerholdt
Reunion Bakery is pure cozy magic. The pumpkin cheesecake cruffin was straight-up perfection — flaky, creamy, and just the right amount of fall nostalgia without feeling basic. You bite in and it’s all layers of buttery pastry meeting that spiced pumpkin cheesecake filling — total masterpiece.

The shelves are lined with gorgeous sourdough loaves that look like they belong in an art gallery. Every loaf feels like it has its own personality — rustic, tangy, beautiful. It’s one of those spots where you walk in for a pastry and walk out planning your next visit. Absolute must.
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Ron
Absolutely fantastic; when traveling we always 1st ask for best bakeries in a town. We hit pay dirt this time. Cappuccino and pastries on the bench day after Thanksgiving and breakfast this morning now in Florida finishing our trip from Maine.
One picture is worth a thousand words; how about these two. French toast soaked overnight with raspberry jam, cherries and VT maple syrup. I’ll wait to see who beats these pictures! Thank you!
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mona moghadampanah
I stopped by this city mainly to visit this bakery, but it wasn’t quite what I expected. There isn’t any seating inside, and the staff didn’t seem very friendly. The croissant and coffee were good, but nothing particularly special. Based on the photos and reviews, I expected a bit more.
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Gavin Smith
I love this little bakery. I only visit when I’m traveling, but I visit every time I am close. Really well prepared baked goods, excellent coffee, and genuinely nice people. I don’t think much more needs to be said. Go get some pastry and brighten your day!
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Y.C. Wu
The vibe is pretty good, and the staff are also friendly. There’s not much indoor sitting but a few outdoor sitting. The focaccia bread is oily and hard, which I don’t recommend. The ice latte is okay. Their other bread options and pastries look nice, but we didn’t try it.
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Zoe Sorensen
We love to walk here on Saturday mornings and order the rotating flavors of scones, focaccia, and sometimes the ultimate treat: the cruffin. Without fail, you’ll always find something delicious and I love that they have a full coffee bar! An excellent bakery with super nice staff, the line moves fast and it’s worth it to wait!
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Brittany Williams
Simply gorgeous. So cozy and tasty. I got the slice of bacon and cheddar quiche. It was served room temp I think. Not hot. But still tasty. I wanna try so much here. It all looks well crafted.

Layer microwaved the quiche and that definitely ruined the texture. Before it was velvety smooth, then afterwards it was like scrambled eggs. Definitely enjoy it the way they give it to you.
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Mary
I’m just more upset I didn’t not realize this gem existed in my own area. This place is incredible! Such quality bakery items and the matcha latte was superb. I cannot recommend this place enough! And the people here are friendly, it’s just an overall great place to stop at.
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Ravi Singh
Reunion Bakery & Espresso, in downtown Staunton, is a standout example of focused execution done right. Built on the principles of craftsmanship and simplicity, the space blends French-inspired technique with a local, grounded sensibility. Whether you’re there for the coffee, pastries, or house-made breads, what you’ll get is intentional, high-quality product—nothing overdone, nothing generic.

Pastry Program – Laminated, Buttery, and Irresistible

Reunion’s pastry case sets the tone immediately. You’re not just looking at baked goods—you’re looking at technique: flaky layers, perfect lamination, and a balanced use of sweetness.

Highlights include:

Almond and mocha croissants – rich, deeply layered, and filled with just the right amount of paste or ganache.

Cruffins, cinnamon rolls, and chocolate financiers – each baked with a clear sense of control and detail.

Every item has a beautiful sheen, proper texture, and the kind of crisp edges and pillowy centers that tell you the bakers care.

This isn’t mass-production pastry. It’s small-batch, with depth of flavor and form that reflects a European backbone adapted to a local kitchen.

Bread Program – Rustic Sourdough and Whole-Grain Focus
The bread program at Reunion is equally deliberate. They focus on naturally leavened sourdough, using local flours and ancient grains. Their porridge loaf—made with a mix of spelt, whole wheat, rye, and white flour, coated in seeds—is a perfect example of bread that’s not just good—it’s nourishing, complex, and deeply satisfying.

These loaves have real crust, structured crumb, and a hearty flavor. They’re not trying to be soft sandwich bread—they’re designed to stand up to real meals or be savored on their own.

☕ Coffee & Espresso – Thoughtful and On Point

The coffee program doesn’t try to be a third-wave spectacle, but it’s clean, consistent, and flavorful. Their drip coffee is strong without being bitter, and their espresso drinks—especially the mocha—are dialed in with balanced texture and intensity. They serve beans from respected regional roasters and execute at a level that pairs perfectly with their food. No gimmicks, just proper coffee.

You get the sense that everything is built to support the baked goods. Nothing distracts—everything complements.

✅ Final Take
Reunion Bakery & Espresso isn’t trying to be trendy, broad, or overly social. It’s dialed in. If you care about how croissants are laminated, how dough is fermented, and how espresso is pulled, this place checks all the right boxes. The space is small, the menu is tight, and the results are some of the best pastry and bread in the region.

Worth the detour. Worth the early arrival. Worth coming back to. It’s that good.
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Derby e
incredible!!! get the cherry almond croissant for sure!!♥️ (and also the cruffin). two thumbs up 😀
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