Proof Bakery

If you're in the OBX, you HAVE to make a stop into Proof for one of their fanatic pastries (our favorite was the honey bun) and delicious sandwiches. Add a load of their freshly baked pretzel bread too and you won't be disappointed. The staff was also very friendly! There are a few chairs inside to take a seat and some tables outside, but it's definitely better suited to takeout.

The food was delicious - the service was surly. The dude at the counter looked miserable and his lack of interest showed through in his interaction with customers. Real turn off.

Reducing my review for Proof. While the baked goods are still incredible we had some issues that need to be mentioned. First, Google shows the wrong opening time on Tuesdays. According to the shop owner/staff, they do not open until 7:30 on Tuesdays (not 7). Google has it listed as 7am daily (and here on Yelp it says 8??). Even still, both times we visited during our two weeks there, we had to wait over 30 minutes for everything to be ready (on Tuesday we waited an hour total--30 minutes for the real opening and 30 more for the items to be ready). Not a big deal except both times the owner made it feel like it was our fault and we were putting them out, never once apologizing or taking ownership. Another frustration that isn't mentioned anywhere but should be--they limit your order. We tried to order 2 dozen of the same donut and we were told no, that's too big of an order, if we want 2 dozen we have to place a special advance order. I've been to hundreds of bakeries and even worked in the corporate headquarters for a major donut chain and I've never heard of a bakery (big or small) turning down an order of 2 dozen donuts. Seems like that would be a pretty standard order? The owner's rationale was that she needed to save some for later guests. Again, I've never heard of any restaurant telling someone they can't order what they want because they may run out. If a patron comes later and you are out of something, that's their loss not the earlier patron's loss? In the end we just sent a second family member back for more, but what a silly policy and unnecessary hassle! We will be back. Hopefully they will change their policy and work out the kinks.

Very clean establishment and very friendly staff. A lot of different food options from burgers to sandwiches to donuts to alot more stuff. Donuts were sooo good and very big, not a normal size donut. Only down side was 6 donuts was $22... but overall very good establishment and pretty good food

Most delicious pastries I've ever had!! We had several and also a donut or two. And the breakfast sandwich! Yum.

Holy moly!!!The savory sweet wall of amazing smells when you walk in. Wow.A great bakery, watched folks stock up on pretzel bread, herby focaccia, and little stuffed pretzel melty sandwich deals (Dad kept asking his kid if he was sure he didn't want one, ordered two anyway...clearly not going to share later.)The doughnuts and danishes were amazing. The Boston Crème was absolutely delicious. The doughnut was light and airy, but with just enough bite to the dough, the crème was lusciously creamy and lightly sweet, the chocolate delicious. Perfect.It all pales in comparison to the sandwiches. The buns are a work of art. A deep brown crust that's light and soft on the tooth forms a high dome of lightly buttery richness on the verge of croissantiness but still comfortingly tender like a soft white bread. I had the sweet and spicy chicken schnitzel. Amazing. A bit of a surprising level of spice that builds and builds as you devour the piping hot, perfectly crispy chicken. A perfect piece of flattened and breaded fried chicken, juicy, tender, and bursting with juices at every bite. The breading is substantial, well seasoned, and deliciously light and crispy. Piled with grilled onions dripping with the sweet and spicy sauce that made me start to sweat by half way through. A spectacular sandwich on every level.My son had the Cajun chicken sandwich and insisted his was better!I'm planning on being at the door when they open in the morning for doughnuts and breakfast sandwiches.You better believe I'm eating lunch here tomorrow.Only down side is no indoor seating and they close after lunch!Proof has a to-go, storefront vibe, not a sit down restaurant. There is seating out front but it's definitely counter service. Friendly people. Prompt service. Can't recommend it enough. I assume it's a madhouse during the summers. So, so, so, good!

I really wanted to give a great review.. I ordered a cheese danish, my boyfriend ordered a chocolate croissant, neither had a great taste since it was cold. We weren't asked if we wanted it warmed so I'm not sure if that's an option.The order of French toast sticks also didn't have a great taste. It tasted like it was fried in burnt oil. It did come with both syrup & cream cheese which was nice. My hot chocolate was pretty good, I enjoyed it. My boyfriend didn't enjoy his drink, he said it was bland. Customer service was average. There's plenty of parking & they also offer outside sitting which is nice.

This establishment is a small local bakery that has a wide variety of pastries and hot foods. We got the Boston crème, Nutella beignet, salted caramel, tomato and onion stuffed pretzel and ham and bacon stuffed pretzel. The service was accommodating and friendly.

Had a friend pickup an assortment of pastries and oh my goodness, the best most delicious and freshest taste. I'm craving it now back at home! Highly recommend.

Their breakfast sandwich is a must. The doughnuts and other sweets are delicious. Service was friendly, the sandwiches can take a while to make but are worth it.