Stepping into a bakery means instantly getting greeted by the aroma of warm bread and buttery pastries. There’s nothing like seeing the glass cases sparkle with rows of golden treats, and hearing the sound of espresso being brewed! In Hilton Head, bakeries are where locals and visitors come together to share bites and sips and soak up the island’s laid-back charm. Where should you go to fill your stomach and heart?
Hilton Head Social Bakery
Hilton Head Social Bakery is absolutely one of the best bakeries in the area, specializing in authentic French baked goods made from scratch every single day. The selection is nothing short of heavenly! Think brioches, cookies, and cakes, all by the award-winning Chef Philippe Feret.
Find the original Hilton Head Social Bakery at 17 Harborside Lane in Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, and the newer location at 1018 William Hilton Parkway. Two chances for flaky perfection? Yes, please!
Call (843) 715-3349 or (843) 715-2598 to know what’s cooking (or baking).
Harbour Town Bakery & Café
Harbour Town Bakery & Café is the pride of the Sea Pines Resort. Its doors open for early risers (7:00 AM), welcoming them with fresh-baked muffins, scones, cinnamon rolls, and more, paired perfectly with coffee roasted by Charleston’s King Bean Coffee Roasters.
Swing by 140 Lighthouse Road for all things pastry and even sweet pancakes and waffles, savory Southern-style plates, burritos, and omelets. When lunch rolls around at 11:00 AM, healthy sandwiches, salads, and bowls take the stage. Online orders are also available!
The French Bakery
Since 1998, the French Bakery at 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Suite 120, has invited everyone to try an irresistible European-inspired menu. Every loaf and confection is baked using only the finest ingredients. What else? Tantalizing salads, hearty sandwiches, and satisfying entrées!
The French Bakery is open daily. Go feast while watching the waters of Broad Creek sparkle.
C’est Bon
At C’est Bon, you can have all the croissants, muffins, cookies, and brownies you want, always warmed to order. This bakery at 71 Lighthouse Road #318 also serves gourmet coffee and ice cream, ready to give you that extra kick of energy!
C’est Bon brings a little Parisian flair to your island days, from Monday to Saturday.
The G-Free Spot
The G-Free Spot was born from a family’s personal journey with gluten intolerance. This place is about tasty, gluten-free treats that everyone can enjoy. Who says gluten-free can’t be delicious?
Whether you have dietary restrictions or simply want to try something new and flavorful, visit the G-Free Spot at 1511 Main Street for an impressive lineup of baked goods for breakfast and lunch.
Explore the Island One Bakery at a Time
Make it your mission to explore all the Hilton Head bakeries! After all, what better way to get to know the island than through its kitchens and ovens?
At Beachside Hilton Head, our vacation rentals allow you to start your adventures with a bread or pastry in hand. You can order takeout before the bakeries close for the day and munch in our kitchens, living rooms, balconies, or lounge areas by the pools.
Freshly baked goodness is waiting for you. When are you coming to taste it? Contact Beachside Hilton Head today and book your stay!