Fresh from our oven to your door, every day!
At Joe's Bakery, we're proud to have been serving the local community in Bristol for over 150 years. Our bakery has a rich history, and we're committed to continuing the tradition of providing high-quality bread, confectionery, and takeaway services to our customers.
Our History
Our bakery has been a staple of the Gloucester Road community for generations. Founded in the late 19th century, we've had the pleasure of serving local families, workers, students, and passersby who stop for their lunchtime sandwiches and pastries. For the last thirty years, Martin and Jane Hunt have owned and run the bakery, bringing their passion and expertise to every aspect of the business. Today, we're proud to be a leading light in the community, contributing to local events and using traditional baking methods alongside modern artisan techniques.
What We Offer
At Joe's Bakery, we're dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible products and services. Our bakery offers a wide range of fresh bread, made on the premises by skilled bakers using traditional techniques and high-quality ingredients. From classic English bread to artisan sourdough, our bread is baked fresh every day. Our confectionery range is equally impressive, with delicious handcrafted treats made with fine ingredients. And for those on-the-go, our takeaway service offers a variety of sandwiches, pasties, tea, coffee, and cold drinks.
Our Team
Our team is our greatest asset, and we're proud to have a dedicated and passionate team of bakers, confectioners, and shop staff. Martin Hunt, our owner, has over forty years of bakery experience and is renowned for his knowledge and skills. Wayne Thick, our director, has been with us since the age of sixteen and is now responsible for the day-to-day baking process. Jenny Rogers, our director, started in the shopfront and has developed her skills and knowledge over time, taking on responsibility for retail shop management. Together, our team is committed to providing exceptional service and products to our customers.
Unsatisfactory Experiences
Several reviewers have expressed disappointment with their experiences at Joe's Bakery. Ed Hunt and Joanna Juszkiewicz both gave the bakery 2 stars, citing issues with the food, service, and atmosphere. Ed mentioned that the food is standard and staff are ill-informed, while Joanna found the staff to be grumpy and slow. Olia Olia gave the bakery 1 star, as they were disappointed to find that the opening hours were incorrect and the saleswoman they met was unhelpful.
Positive Feedback
On the other hand, many reviewers have praised Joe's Bakery for its excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Joanna Juszkiewicz (5 stars) loves the bakery's selection of bread and cakes, and appreciates the staff's efforts to keep customers safe during busy times. Jana Sedlackova (5 stars) is a fan of the bakery's sourdough bread and croissants, and praises the staff for their friendly service. Other reviewers, such as Mister Jib (5 stars), Gkreta Asllani (5 stars), Khim Witty (5 stars), Ying Yin (5 stars), Kate Beckett (5 stars), Gary Sexton (5 stars), and Gwen Roberts (5 stars), have also given the bakery high ratings, praising its excellent food, friendly staff, and welcoming atmosphere.
Room for Improvement
A few reviewers have suggested areas where the bakery could improve. Flavia I. V. (2 stars) found the Easter cupcakes to be too sweet, and Joanna Juszkiewicz (2 stars) noted that the bakery could benefit from more vegan options. Ayyub Chowdhury (4 stars) praised the bakery's ice doughnuts and bread selection, but noted that the lack of air conditioning can make the bakery feel warm and uncomfortable.
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