Barrio Bread

Robert Schweighardt

5 months ago

I live in Missouri, and happened to catch Patti's Mexican Table on TV. Barrio Bread was under review and I was amazed at how his operation worked. I came to AZ to visit family, and was determined to see this place, and so glad I made the effort. Don and his staff were as friendly and warm as their bread. His baked goods were first class in quality. His shop is clean and orderly. Nothing was lacking, other my ability to sample it all. Next time. Don even gave me a birote to chew on while I waited for my order to come out of the oven. Smart guy. First class citizen and consumate businessman. I shared his baked goods with family, and it was all a hit. It is not often that you come across a business like this singularly unique bakery.

Christina M

3 months ago

So glad we stopped by on our last day in Tucson! We’ve been living off of various Barrio Bread creations for the last two days, including delicious focaccia, bagels, the famous heritage loaf, and even a cubano roll on the plane home (as instructed by Don!) Looking forward to making the Sonoran wheat berries we brought back too. Can’t wait to return!

K A

3 months ago

Even after studying the menu before my turn in line, I still had trouble deciding. Thankfully the staff was patient and helped me out! We waited about half an hour in a line that was halfway down the sidewalk. It was worth going to try their bread. The heritage loaf was my personal favorite but the tortillas and pretzel were also a hit!

david graumann

4 months ago

A League Of Its Own. They are using ingredients, ovens, yeast starters that are a cut above. Combined with Thoughtful Variety. Personal Attention. Community Focused. Clearly Blessed. Do consider joining the sidewalk line, meet birds-of-a-feather neighbors, get bread recommendations direct from the Artisan artist. Experience a group that understands the simple beauties of serving Bread to our Barrio.

Liz Z

3 months ago

So you have to wait in line... but it is worth it. Good bread makes life better! The owner is there sometimes and is friendly and informative. I've been freezing loaves and they always defrost perfectly. Excellent quality :) Best bread it Tucson

Erik

a year ago

Saw some other reviews on Barrio Bread and gotta say they were correct. A smaller local bakery in Tucson making fresh real bread. There was a small line but it went fast. I got a loaf of heritage and another of the cranberry walnut. Both were excellent. Almost 4 lbs of bread. 👍 I certainly recommend you check this place out.

Ashley Marie Hall

4 months ago

They take their bread seriously, line was wrapped around the building like it was Black Friday from the 90’s. After one bite dipped in fresh pesto, I understood. 🤎 I suggest to get there 30-45 mins early to lineup!

Javier Franco

10 months ago

I am a baker who continues to experiment to improve my bread, we came to Barrio Bread whole visiting Tucson. We took several loaves, they are all very tasty, great crust and the inside crumb is second to none. Simply amazing where you can tell the dedication and pursuit for excellence.

Natalie Walker

5 months ago

Barrio Bread has some of the best options available in town. For someone who can't eat regular bread this place is heaven sent! Don't let the long lines scare you - it's TOTALLY worth the wait!!!

Robert Young

5 months ago

What a gem! 💎 🥖 truly a special place that I was happy to stumble upon! We stopped and took notice because a woman brought a lawn chair and a book and set up an umbrella… all of which sparked our interest since we’re new to town. We notice the signs… best bread awards 🎖️ which intrigued us more but it was ungodly hot out! But this wonderfully kind woman mentioned to us to grab the umbrellas the bakery puts out while the line forms; that it was worth the wait and it’d make it more bareable. We felt inspired and since we had time and were thereto stick around and boy we weren’t disappointed! The line formed about 25 deep and counting; it confirmed our good timing and the hype. When it was our turn we’re instructed to come in in a sort of pairs and low grouping since they don’t have much space inside, and to close the door to keep the air conditioning inside… PLEASE close the door quickly behind you; it’s a kindness for everyone involved. Next we were whisked away in our mind by the smell of all the fresh baked breads! We got the heritage and some special flour to take home. It was divine 🤤 🥖 really a stellar loaf 🍞! 😋 I will say, though I hate to be that guy a bit 😅 but that was no bagel 🥯… if it was marketed as a Rosemary Round I’d have applauded and said well done, it’s a nice sort of round bread. But it wasn’t hitting any sort of mark for any bagel I’ve ever seen (and I’ve seen a lot whew! Even store bought it’s like that. Now, I’m not saying it’s bad! I’m just saying it’s misleading… I ordered it with tampered expectations knowing it’s not like east coast, and that’s fine! But it was like apples and oranges; yeah both fruits 😅 that’s about it. As a rosemary bread in a round shape it was tasty but that’d be my only sort of complaint. It’s worth the line, worth the wait. The staff was nice and you cant get fresher. I’d love to come back and try other breads they make and make a great sandwich! Definitely see why they win awards! Go! It’s worth the line! And be sure