Traveling through town for one day and we stopped in and got a hot mocha latte and it was amazing! Their food looked amazing too. Definitely a place to stop!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeanne Krause
I was visiting from Florida and needed pastries for a large group from a television company that was coming. I personally went to the bakery to be met with a man that had put a garbage can to hold the door open. Upon entering I asked if they were open and his remark was. “ I have a sign on the door and a garbage can to block anyone from entering. I would think that was enough” So much for me ever shopping there again. Great Customer Service buddy!
Hunter's Holdfast
We got there at 10:00 till 8:00 and there was already a line that tells you how good this place is. The kish and ham Sandwich was excellent. The honey cinnamon scones were Devine. Great food, Great service, Great location! highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Truman Gerholdt
Reunion Bakery is pure cozy magic. The pumpkin cheesecake cruffin was straight-up perfection — flaky, creamy, and just the right amount of fall nostalgia without feeling basic. You bite in and it’s all layers of buttery pastry meeting that spiced pumpkin cheesecake filling — total masterpiece.
The shelves are lined with gorgeous sourdough loaves that look like they belong in an art gallery. Every loaf feels like it has its own personality — rustic, tangy, beautiful. It’s one of those spots where you walk in for a pastry and walk out planning your next visit. Absolute must.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Arnold Schmidt
Bread is very wholesome
A. Bonsor
Quaint bakery with good quality espresso. I always order an oat latte (no sweetener/syrups).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jawad Wahabzada
Amazing pastries and coffee
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Janelle Milanovic
what a beautiful, quaint coffee shop! absolutely enjoyed their pastry options and the coffee was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robby Champion
Very special French style bakery with interesting fresh baked goods. Lots of options. We order online & pick up our baguettes weekly.
William Rahe
Reunion Bakery & Espresso is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk up to that charming blue storefront, you just know you’re about to experience something special.
The croissants and cruffins are next-level—perfectly flaky, buttery, and baked with obvious care. You can taste the technique and pride in every bite. The pastries aren’t just good—they’re memorable. The espresso is strong, smooth, and clearly crafted by people who know and love coffee.
But it’s not just about the food. The vibe inside is cozy, stylish, and welcoming, with genuinely friendly staff who create a calm and unhurried experience. You can tell this place was built with intention.
Whether you’re a pastry snob, a casual coffee drinker, or just love discovering local gems, Reunion Bakery is absolutely worth the visit. It’s the kind of spot you wish every town had.
Best bakery in Staunton! Everything here is great :)
Bill Kilcullen
Very charming stop for great coffee and tea, sandwiches for breakfast and lunch, friendly service, great staff and great prices 😄
Charlie Souvannavong
Excellent croissants. We had the almond and chocolate almond croissants, a latte, and mocha. Everything was fantastic. We loved it so much that we came back the following morning. There are a limited number of tables along the sidewalk, but people seemed to be very considerate and did not linger too long at the tables. We were able to get a seat both mornings.
Alyssa B
Delicious! Honestly some of the best French pastries I've had in the US. The pain au chocolate had a perfect crisp and airy layers. The strawberry cream cruffin also had great flavor and texture. A must visit for Staunton!
Ravi Singh
Reunion Bakery & Espresso, in downtown Staunton, is a standout example of focused execution done right. Built on the principles of craftsmanship and simplicity, the space blends French-inspired technique with a local, grounded sensibility. Whether you’re there for the coffee, pastries, or house-made breads, what you’ll get is intentional, high-quality product—nothing overdone, nothing generic.
🥐 Pastry Program – Laminated, Buttery, and Irresistible
Reunion’s pastry case sets the tone immediately. You’re not just looking at baked goods—you’re looking at technique: flaky layers, perfect lamination, and a balanced use of sweetness.
Highlights include:
Almond and mocha croissants – rich, deeply layered, and filled with just the right amount of paste or ganache.
Cruffins, cinnamon rolls, and chocolate financiers – each baked with a clear sense of control and detail.
Every item has a beautiful sheen, proper texture, and the kind of crisp edges and pillowy centers that tell you the bakers care.
This isn’t mass-production pastry. It’s small-batch, with depth of flavor and form that reflects a European backbone adapted to a local kitchen.
🍞 Bread Program – Rustic Sourdough and Whole-Grain Focus The bread program at Reunion is equally deliberate. They focus on naturally leavened sourdough, using local flours and ancient grains. Their porridge loaf—made with a mix of spelt, whole wheat, rye, and white flour, coated in seeds—is a perfect example of bread that’s not just good—it’s nourishing, complex, and deeply satisfying.
These loaves have real crust, structured crumb, and a hearty flavor. They’re not trying to be soft sandwich bread—they’re designed to stand up to real meals or be savored on their own.
☕ Coffee & Espresso – Thoughtful and On Point
The coffee program doesn’t try to be a third-wave spectacle, but it’s clean, consistent, and flavorful. Their drip coffee is strong without being bitter, and their espresso drinks—especially the mocha—are dialed in with balanced texture and intensity. They serve beans from respected regional roasters and execute at a level that pairs perfectly with their food. No gimmicks, just proper coffee.
You get the sense that everything is built to support the baked goods. Nothing distracts—everything complements.
✅ Final Take Reunion Bakery & Espresso isn’t trying to be trendy, broad, or overly social. It’s dialed in. If you care about how croissants are laminated, how dough is fermented, and how espresso is pulled, this place checks all the right boxes. The space is small, the menu is tight, and the results are some of the best pastry and bread in the region.
Worth the detour. Worth the early arrival. Worth coming back to. It’s that good.
Traveling through town for one day and we stopped in and got a hot mocha latte and it was amazing! Their food looked amazing too. Definitely a place to stop!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was visiting from Florida and needed pastries for a large group from a television company that was coming. I personally went to the bakery to be met with a man that had put a garbage can to hold the door open. Upon entering I asked if they were open and his remark was. “ I have a sign on the door and a garbage can to block anyone from entering. I would think that was enough” So much for me ever shopping there again. Great Customer Service buddy!
We got there at 10:00 till 8:00 and there was already a line that tells you how good this place is.
The kish and ham Sandwich was excellent. The honey cinnamon scones were Devine.
Great food, Great service, Great location!
highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Reunion Bakery is pure cozy magic. The pumpkin cheesecake cruffin was straight-up perfection — flaky, creamy, and just the right amount of fall nostalgia without feeling basic. You bite in and it’s all layers of buttery pastry meeting that spiced pumpkin cheesecake filling — total masterpiece.
The shelves are lined with gorgeous sourdough loaves that look like they belong in an art gallery. Every loaf feels like it has its own personality — rustic, tangy, beautiful. It’s one of those spots where you walk in for a pastry and walk out planning your next visit. Absolute must.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bread is very wholesome
Quaint bakery with good quality espresso. I always order an oat latte (no sweetener/syrups).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Amazing pastries and coffee
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
what a beautiful, quaint coffee shop! absolutely enjoyed their pastry options and the coffee was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very special French style bakery with interesting fresh baked goods. Lots of options. We order online & pick up our baguettes weekly.
Reunion Bakery & Espresso is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk up to that charming blue storefront, you just know you’re about to experience something special.
The croissants and cruffins are next-level—perfectly flaky, buttery, and baked with obvious care. You can taste the technique and pride in every bite. The pastries aren’t just good—they’re memorable. The espresso is strong, smooth, and clearly crafted by people who know and love coffee.
But it’s not just about the food. The vibe inside is cozy, stylish, and welcoming, with genuinely friendly staff who create a calm and unhurried experience. You can tell this place was built with intention.
Whether you’re a pastry snob, a casual coffee drinker, or just love discovering local gems, Reunion Bakery is absolutely worth the visit. It’s the kind of spot you wish every town had.
Restaurantji Recommends
Best bakery in Staunton! Everything here is great :)
Very charming stop for great coffee and tea, sandwiches for breakfast and lunch, friendly service, great staff and great prices 😄
Excellent croissants. We had the almond and chocolate almond croissants, a latte, and mocha. Everything was fantastic. We loved it so much that we came back the following morning. There are a limited number of tables along the sidewalk, but people seemed to be very considerate and did not linger too long at the tables. We were able to get a seat both mornings.
Delicious! Honestly some of the best French pastries I've had in the US. The pain au chocolate had a perfect crisp and airy layers. The strawberry cream cruffin also had great flavor and texture. A must visit for Staunton!
Reunion Bakery & Espresso, in downtown Staunton, is a standout example of focused execution done right. Built on the principles of craftsmanship and simplicity, the space blends French-inspired technique with a local, grounded sensibility. Whether you’re there for the coffee, pastries, or house-made breads, what you’ll get is intentional, high-quality product—nothing overdone, nothing generic.
🥐 Pastry Program – Laminated, Buttery, and Irresistible
Reunion’s pastry case sets the tone immediately. You’re not just looking at baked goods—you’re looking at technique: flaky layers, perfect lamination, and a balanced use of sweetness.
Highlights include:
Almond and mocha croissants – rich, deeply layered, and filled with just the right amount of paste or ganache.
Cruffins, cinnamon rolls, and chocolate financiers – each baked with a clear sense of control and detail.
Every item has a beautiful sheen, proper texture, and the kind of crisp edges and pillowy centers that tell you the bakers care.
This isn’t mass-production pastry. It’s small-batch, with depth of flavor and form that reflects a European backbone adapted to a local kitchen.
🍞 Bread Program – Rustic Sourdough and Whole-Grain Focus
The bread program at Reunion is equally deliberate. They focus on naturally leavened sourdough, using local flours and ancient grains. Their porridge loaf—made with a mix of spelt, whole wheat, rye, and white flour, coated in seeds—is a perfect example of bread that’s not just good—it’s nourishing, complex, and deeply satisfying.
These loaves have real crust, structured crumb, and a hearty flavor. They’re not trying to be soft sandwich bread—they’re designed to stand up to real meals or be savored on their own.
☕ Coffee & Espresso – Thoughtful and On Point
The coffee program doesn’t try to be a third-wave spectacle, but it’s clean, consistent, and flavorful. Their drip coffee is strong without being bitter, and their espresso drinks—especially the mocha—are dialed in with balanced texture and intensity. They serve beans from respected regional roasters and execute at a level that pairs perfectly with their food. No gimmicks, just proper coffee.
You get the sense that everything is built to support the baked goods. Nothing distracts—everything complements.
✅ Final Take
Reunion Bakery & Espresso isn’t trying to be trendy, broad, or overly social. It’s dialed in. If you care about how croissants are laminated, how dough is fermented, and how espresso is pulled, this place checks all the right boxes. The space is small, the menu is tight, and the results are some of the best pastry and bread in the region.
Worth the detour. Worth the early arrival. Worth coming back to. It’s that good.
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