Beijing's Hidden Gem Bakery

Tucked away in a tiny alley at Exit B of Beixinqiao Subway Station. The shop retains a nostalgic, minimalist style with a wood-fired oven, and their pretzels have upgraded from an eye chart to a whole wall display. Currently, there's no dine-in area, but discounts are available. 🌿 Red Bean Matcha Brownie Sourdough Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I'm absolutely obsessed with this one! It's like eating matcha shortbread straight up! The bittersweet matcha intertwines with the creamy sweetness of red beans, while the rich brownie acts as a gentle base. The signature tangy wheat aroma of sourdough spreads across the tongue, offering a fermented warmth and chewiness—like a harmonious flavor symposium where each note shines without overpowering. 🌹 Lychee Rose Mammoth Bagel Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This one needs refrigeration—don’t be fooled by its size; it didn’t even survive the trip home. The bagel’s chewiness pairs perfectly with the lychee’s freshness and the rose’s delicate charm. The juicy lychee balances the dough’s density, while the rose fragrance gently lingers. The fluffy whipped cream seems to wrap up the vibrancy and romance of early summer in one bite. 🍠 Taro Cloud Ciabatta Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The beloved taro filling is back! Silky and smooth, it melts on the tongue with a hint of milky sweetness, complementing the ciabatta’s slight chewiness—like holding a soft cloud and a ray of sunshine in your mouth. 🍊 Green Orange Biluochun Pretzel Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The subtle tea aroma of Biluochun slowly unfolds, brightened by the zesty tang of green orange. The pretzel’s richness, the tea’s crispness, and the citrus’s vibrancy blend seamlessly—understated yet layered, like a perfectly brewed cup of tea with a lingering aftertaste. 🍋 Hojicha Apricot Pretzel Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The pretzel’s savory depth and hojicha’s toasty warmth carry a comforting weight, balanced by the apricot’s sweet-tartness. The flavors feel like a gentle hug—mature from the hojicha yet playful from the apricot, leaving you both grounded and delighted. 🌿 Matcha Rice Pudding Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The chewy, dense rice bread cradles matcha’s bittersweet finish, with creamy and grainy notes melting in your mouth—as if summer’s greenery and earthy grains were simmered into this soft delight. Overall, this bakery is a recent standout, full of delightful surprises. So glad to see you again—hope you’ve been well.