What should I order at Common Loaf Bake Shop?
Common Loaf Bake Shop
Soup
Highly recommended multiple times for being vegan, full of nutrients and flavor, and comforting especially in cold and rainy weather. The reviewer visited three times specifically for the soup.
Peasant Bread
Praised for its beautiful texture and abundance of seeds. Served fresh and often paired with butter, making it a popular choice among visitors.
Carrot Cake
Noted for being dense, full of coconut and carrots, and well balanced in flavor.
Scones (Blueberry)
Described as melting in your mouth and very fresh, these are a favorite baked good among customers.
Loafer Breakfast
Highly recommended for a well-rounded breakfast including delicious toast, great sausage, and perfectly cooked eggs.
Breakfast Sandwich
Praised for being a legitimate, filling sandwich with great potatoes on the side, exceeding typical expectations of breakfast sandwiches.
Sausage Burrito
Enjoyed for its flavor and complemented by hibiscus-tamarind hot sauce, making it a standout brunch item.
Coffee (including London Fog and Mocha)
Fresh, well-prepared coffee varieties including a highly praised London Fog and decadent mocha that enhance the overall dining experience.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM to 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 4 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 4 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 4 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 4 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 4 PM |
About Common Loaf Bake Shop
Common Loaf Bake Shop is a bakery and breakfast restaurant in Tofino, British Columbia. Reviewers consistently praise the soups, peasant bread, scones, cinnamon buns, and breakfast items like the loafers breakfast and breakfast sandwich. The shop is also noted for its coffee and tea, including London Fog, plus gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options. It is cash-only and sits in downtown Tofino with a cozy, comfortable atmosphere.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- In-store shopping
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Coffee
Dining options
- Breakfast
Crowd
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Payments
- Cash-only
- Checks
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Common Loaf Bake Shop known for?
It is especially known for its soup, peasant bread, cinnamon buns, and scones, with reviewers repeatedly calling the soup comforting and the bread textured and seed-filled. The breakfast items also stand out, including the loafers breakfast and breakfast sandwich.
What dishes are most recommended at Common Loaf Bake Shop?
Reviewers most often recommend the soup, peasant bread, blueberry scones, cinnamon buns, the loafers breakfast, and the breakfast sandwich. The carrot cake, grilled cheese, and sausage burrito with hibiscus-tamarind hot sauce also come up as memorable choices.
What is the atmosphere like at Common Loaf Bake Shop?
The vibe is cozy, cute, and homely, with a shabby-chic feel and comfortable seating upstairs and downstairs in downtown Tofino. It seems to work well for solo visits, friends, and even a sit-down date, though the morning rush can get busy.
Is Common Loaf Bake Shop good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is CA$10–20, and reviewers describe the food as reasonably priced or well-priced for the quality. People mention fresh baked goods, filling breakfasts, and strong value for the bread, pastries, and coffee.
When is the best time to visit Common Loaf Bake Shop?
Early morning is the best time if you want a shorter wait, because reviewers say it can get quite busy during the morning. Several people also mention stopping in more than once during a Tofino trip for breakfast, lunch, or soup.
Is parking available at Common Loaf Bake Shop?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking is available.
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