Bird Dog Baking

Good mocha and clean vibes! The barista was super nice and the employees seemed happy to be there. They close kind of early in the day though

Wow was this place busy! We grabbed some food and drinks to go. I had the sourdough toast with cream cheese and pepper- yum! My son had a breakfast sandwich and enjoyed it. The Americano was good - had a bit of a fruity aftertaste which I don't personally love. My son had a chai latte and liked it. Next time I think I would grab a loaf to go!

I've been trying to get one of these for months, every time they are sold out by 9 am, and I don't get up early enough. I think it's strange if you sell out by 9 everyday and you're a bakery it seems to me why wouldn't you make twice as many. Bread is good but business practice makes no sense to me. Any ways I'm not an avacado toast guy but this everything thing is pretty darn good. If you're downtown ypsi and can find parking I would check this place out.

I stopped in for lunch today and was served by a wonderful staff member, Mani. She suggested the green rooibos with honey and a piece of focaccia. Both were excellent. I'm not usually. Huge focaccia fan, but this was the perfect texture, with thin zucchini and mild Ethiopian spice . I also bought a loaf of dark rye, and it was eonderful(dense and soft at the same time. As a manager of a New large building, I will surely send buisness here. I look forward to trying all the breads and brunch options on the weekend.

Updating my review as Bird Dog has officially opened their brick & mortar space! It's on the other side of their Sunday brunch pick up window so no need to travel far.I stopped by on Friday afternoon & they were sold out of everything except 2 loaves of bread and a slice of rye tea cake. I promptly ordered the Rye Tea Cake (A true whole-grain cake with the earthy flavors of rye shining through. Made with 100% whole, local, stone-milled rye flour.) It's a favorite of mine that I'll get around town at places like Argus Farm Stop. I also ordered their house masala chai to pair with my rye tea cake slice. They roast the spices in house + a black tea + sweetened with brown sugar. Very tasty - would definitely get again! I'll be back for brunch now that there's ample seating!

I've been a fan of theirs for years but this is the first time I've been to their new store front. We went for brunch on Mother's Day and we weren't disappointed. My daughter had the Avocado Toast and I had the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese on a Bialy. Both were really good. I also had a latte with cardamom syrup. So good!They are located in half of the old Dalat space, but the inside has been updated and looks great now. People were friendly and we got our food and drinks quickly.

Bird Dog is one of those places that knows how to add multigrains to baked goods while still preserving the texture of each item, allowing the grains to add complexity. I had the rhubarb scone and am glad I don't live in the area because I'd be there every day, especially since, unlike many places, they provide good tea that is brewed perfectly. I also enjoyed the space, which didn't make me feel crowded, and the service was friendly and efficient. I can't wait to go back and fill my suitcase with many, many loaves of bread and more pastries.

Ypsilanti is turning out to be the place to go for the best baked goods and coffee- Bird Dog Baking is a lovely addition! I tried the rhubarb scone- it was way too crunchy in my opinion and could have knocked out a tooth, yikes! I'm more familiar with scones being a softer cake-like or flaky scone. The coffee is great (they use Hyperion coffee), and their rye tea cakes and oatmeal cookies are super tasty. Their staff is great and will bring your coffee out to you if you're sitting down.

Loved Bird Dog! They have a limited menu, but it seems well crafted. Prices are very fair with several of the gourmet toasts being $4-$5. I got the avocado toast and it was really good. The sourdough was the perfect text, the togarashi was a unique and welcome addition and went perfectly with the avocado and the walkup window was fun! Like a speakeasy bakery!

Bird Dog Baking is a gem! From the moment you walk into the light-filled, cheerful space, the love and care the owners infuse into their business is palpable. Their commitment to local and regional grains and the art of baking results in delicious, unique bakery items that you won't find anywhere else. Their sourdough bread may be the best I have ever had - especially when served warm with a smear of butter and flaky salt. And the rye snack cake is lightly sweet and perfect. Go early, they are hopping!