Bakeries in Birmingham
We list 133 bakeries in Birmingham, spread across 41 areas. Each one has its own page with hours, directions and its food hygiene rating.
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All bakeries in Birmingham 1–30 of 133
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The baking story of Birmingham
Birmingham's sweet tooth runs deep. Alfred Bird, a local chemist, invented custard powder here, and the old works in Digbeth now house the Custard Factory creative quarter. The Cadbury family opened their first shop in the city in 1824 and later built the model village of Bournville around their chocolate factory. Modern Birmingham is one of Britain's most diverse cities, and its bakeries prove it: Jamaican patties and hardo bread in Handsworth, Punjabi and Kashmiri sweet centres along Ladypool Road and Stratford Road, and Irish soda bread in Digbeth, once the city's Irish quarter. The Bull Ring markets have traded on roughly the same spot since the 12th century, and they remain the best place to see the city's appetite at full stretch.
Local bakes to look out for
- Egg custard tart – A baked custard tart finished with grated nutmeg, a fixture of Midlands bakery windows.
- Jamaican patty – A golden, turmeric-tinted pastry turnover filled with spiced beef, chicken or vegetables.
- Hardo bread – A dense, slightly sweet Jamaican white loaf sold in the city's Caribbean bakeries.
Bakery hunter's tip: Explore the Bull Ring's indoor and outdoor markets, then head to Soho Road in Handsworth or the Balti Triangle around Ladypool Road for Caribbean and South Asian bakeries.
Did you know? Alfred Bird created egg-free custard powder in Birmingham in 1837 because his wife could not eat eggs.
Bakery types in Birmingham
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 46 | 35% |
| Cake Shops | 41 | 31% |
| Bakery Cafés | 15 | 11% |
| Patisseries | 15 | 11% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 14 | 11% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 8 | 6% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 5 | 4% |
| Cookie Shops | 4 | 3% |
| Asian Bakeries | 3 | 2% |
| Doughnut Shops | 3 | 2% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Java Roastery | Birmingham Centre | 7am |
| The Hive Café & Bakery | Jewellery Quarter | 7:30am |
| Ten Four Bakehouse | Stirchley | 7:30am |
| Basement Cafe & Bakery | Harborne | 8am |
| Bread Collection | Birmingham Centre | 8:30am |
| BRIG Café at The Warehouse | Digbeth | 9am |
Birmingham at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 133 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Birmingham Centre (19) |
| With published hours | 15 |
| Open on Sundays | 8 of 15 |
| Hygiene rated | 96 (66% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 10:34 |
Bakeries in Birmingham: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Birmingham?
We currently list 133 bakeries in Birmingham, across 41 areas including Birmingham Centre, Chinese Quarter and Kings Heath. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Birmingham?
Java Roastery has the earliest published opening time at 7am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Birmingham open on Sundays?
Of the 15 bakeries with published hours, 8 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Birmingham bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
63 of the 96 bakeries with a published inspection result hold a top rating (4–5, or Pass in Scotland). Ratings come from the Food Standards Agency register.
What kind of bakeries can I find in Birmingham?
The most common type is traditional bakers (46), followed by cake shops, bakery cafés and patisseries.