Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, chasing a sweet tooth with a robust cup of coffee while studying in a quiet setting, or simply indulging in some leisure treats, check out these local options for baked goods (and more, in some cases).
Bart’s Kitchen and Bakery
117 E. Vine St.
For the month of March, Bart’s Kitchen and Bakery will have king cakes for Mardi Gras. For lunch enjoy their weekly soups and casseroles along with bakery items such as muffins, scones, pies or cakes. And, if you’re hungry and in a hurry, you can choose a pure and simple meal from the grab-and-go.
Brunch and Brew
1220 E. Northfield Blvd.
The business, which launched under the name Joe and Dough, focuses on homemade donuts, bagels and bread, as well as coffee, breakfast sandwiches, burritos, salads and other lunch items. They roast their own coffee from various regions and the top-selling Brunch and Brew donuts are glazed, chocolate-iced and strawberry-iced. “Just keep it simple, keep what people like and sell out” says restaurant owner Raj Patel.
Donut Country
1311 Memorial Blvd. and 1691 Middle Tennessee Blvd.
One thing that separates Donut Country from the rest is the 24-hour service at the Memorial Boulevard location, so those working graveyard shifts and night owls won’t be left out. Donut Country has been family-owned in Murfreesboro for 40 years, making it a Murfreesboro staple. The maple bacon donut is well loved for its sweet and salty combination. Other patrons recommend the blueberry cake doughnut.
Five Daughters
1500 Medical Center Pkwy. Suite 1H
Five Daughters Bakery is a Middle Tennessee-based family business, owned and operated by Isaac and Stephanie Meek along with their five daughters, with locations also in Nashville and Franklin. Five Daughters recently opened a Murfreesboro location at the Fountains at Gateway. Stop in and try their croissant-style, hundred-layer donuts.
Juilia’s Homestyle Bakery
1911 Medical Center Pkwy.
If you need a custom cake for celebrations, this is the place to go. Juilia’s Homestyle Bakery prides itself on 33 years of experience with a team that includes a master baker, a pastry chef and experienced custom cake decorators. Since 2022 Julia’s has been employee-owned, with all their pastries and desserts handled with loving and professional care.
Oflow (Overflow – Brews and Bakes)
115 N Maple St.
Oflow is a scratch kitchen, so everything here is made fresh, with no artificial preservatives. They make their rolls, English muffins, cakes, brownies, cookies, as well as all of their savory treats fresh. Along with pastries they also serve coffee, loose leaf tea and boba tea. The business has been in its location for two and a half years on Murfreesboro’s Historic Public Square.
Simply Pure Sweets
128 N. Church St.
When you enter Simply Pure Sweets, you’ll be greeted by a staff that’s as sweet as their red velvet cream pie. They have baked goods that will satisfy both your sweet and savory appetite and a rotating selection of some fantastic macarons.
Three Mothers Cuisine and Bakery
1002 Memorial Blvd.
Three Mothers has only been open a couple of years and is already working to open a new location on Franklin Rd. They are an ideal restaurant for brunch, with a variety of soups and crafted sandwiches. Save room after for the highly recommended tres leches cake or cannoli, or other items from their wide menu of sugary treats.
