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Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable bakeries in Charlotte, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fill the bill.
1. Crema Espresso Bar and Cafe
Topping the list is the Crema Espresso Bar and Cafe. Located at 1235 E Blvd., Suite B, in Dilworth, the bakery and creperie, which offers coffee and tea and more, is the highest-rated affordable bakery in Charlotte, boasting 4.5 stars out of 76 reviews on Yelp.
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Concerning signature items, "Locally roasted coffee from around the Charlotte area and scratch-made European style pastries," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties.
2. Appalachia Cookie Co.
Next up is the Appalachia Cookie Co., situated at 850 Chancellor Park Drive. With 4.5 stars out of 73 reviews on Yelp, the bakery, which offers desserts and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
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As to what the business is known for, "Appalachia Cookie Co. is a niche bakery that focuses on made-from-scratch, baked-to-order, melt-in-your-mouth cookies," it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.
3. Sunflour Baking Company
Sunflour Baking Company, a cafe and bakery that offers sandwiches and more in Dilworth, is another cheap go-to, with four stars out of 170 Yelp reviews. Head over to 220 East Blvd. to see for yourself.
If you're hungry for more, we found out these details about the Sunflour Baking Company.
"The original Sunflour Baking Company began in 2009 in the Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte," per the history section of its Yelp profile. "The Dilworth branch was opened in 2016."
As to what the business is known for, "Our croissants are among the best you will ever try," it states on Yelp in the section about specialties. "Southern cheddar biscuits put us on the map with many guests."
4. Amélie's French Bakery & Café
Check out this member of the national chain Amélie's French Bakery & Café, which has earned four stars out of 155 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the bakery and breakfast and brunch spot, which offers coffee and tea and more, by heading over to 4321 Park Road.
Yelper Barani B., who reviewed Amélie's French Bakery & Café on Jan. 27 wrote, "Should I rate this place for the community space or for pastries and drinks? Either way, my rating isn't going to change. Five stars!"
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