Flour Bakery and Cafe in Cambridge, MA
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Flour Bakery and Cafe Cambridge

Your guide to this artisan bread bakery on 40 Erie St, Cambridgeport, Cambridge — hours, map, menu and directions.

Artisan bread bakery Hours listed
Get directions (617) 945-0322 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Eastern Time

Checking hours…

Monday7 AM – 7 PM
Tuesday7 AM – 7 PM
Wednesday7 AM – 7 PM
Thursday7 AM – 7 PM
Friday7 AM – 7 PM
Saturday8 AM – 6 PM
Sunday8 AM – 6 PM

80 hours a week across 7 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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40 Erie St, Cambridge, MA 02139

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Address40 Erie St, Cambridge, MA 02139
NeighborhoodCambridgeport
Phone(617) 945-0322
StyleArtisan bread bakery
CountyMiddlesex County
Time zoneEastern Time
From city center1.3 mi southeast

About Flour Bakery and Cafe

You will find Flour Bakery and Cafe at 40 Erie St in Cambridgeport, Cambridge, about 1.3 mi southeast of central Cambridge. Besides being an artisan bread bakery, it is also listed as bakery café.

It is one of 52 bakeries and sweet shops we list in Cambridge, roughly one for every 2,331 residents. The closest neighbour on our map is Mariposa Bakery, 0.4 mi away.

Doors open from 7 AM at the earliest, and the last pick-up window runs to 7 PM, for about 80 hours across 7 days a week. Both weekend days are on the schedule.

The brand runs 9 locations we track across the country.

What to order

Typical items at an artisan bread bakery like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Sourdough loaves

  • Rye sourdoughTangy loaf made with a good portion of rye flour, darker and more aromatic, with a moist, slightly sticky crumb.
  • Kalamata olive sourdoughCountry sourdough studded with briny Kalamata olives and a hint of herbs; savory enough to eat with nothing but olive oil.
  • Jalapeño cheddar sourdoughSourdough folded with sharp cheddar cubes and diced jalapeño, so melted cheese pockets crisp against the crust.
  • Cranberry walnut sourdoughSourdough studded with tart dried cranberries and toasted walnuts; a fruity, nutty loaf for cheese boards and toast.

French & Italian breads

  • BaguetteLong, slender French loaf with a crackling, deeply browned crust and a light, cream-colored crumb; best on the day it's baked.
  • CiabattaFlat, rustic Italian loaf from a very wet dough, with a thin, crisp crust and large irregular holes ideal for sandwiches.
  • Rosemary focacciaDimpled, olive oil–soaked flatbread topped with fresh rosemary and flaky salt; crisp underneath and pillowy inside.
  • Pain de campagneFrench country loaf blending white, whole wheat and rye flours for a rustic, slightly sour flavor and chewy crumb.

Enriched breads

  • Braided challahSix-strand braided loaf enriched with eggs and oil, with a lacquered crust and soft, pull-apart crumb.
  • Japanese milk breadUltra-soft, fluffy sandwich loaf made with a cooked flour paste, staying moist and springy for days.
  • Cinnamon swirl loafSoft sandwich bread rolled with a ribbon of cinnamon sugar, giving a spiraled slice that toasts beautifully.
  • Chocolate babkaTwisted yeast loaf layered with chocolate filling and crumb topping, dense and rich with visible swirls.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 7 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Flour Bakery and Cafe in Cambridge, MA
Flour Bakery and Cafe
Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Seating — illustrative photo
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Food for sale on the counter of Jacob's Bakery + Cafe 2025-10-08 — illustrative photo
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Two loaves of rustic sourdough bread — illustrative photo
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Questions about Flour Bakery and Cafe

What are Flour Bakery and Cafe's hours?
Flour Bakery and Cafe's listed hours are Mon–Fri: 7 AM – 7 PM; Sat–Sun: 8 AM – 6 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Flour Bakery and Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 8 AM – 6 PM.
What time does Flour Bakery and Cafe open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 7 AM on Monday.
Where is Flour Bakery and Cafe located?
Flour Bakery and Cafe is at 40 Erie St, Cambridge, MA 02139, in the Cambridgeport neighborhood. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Flour Bakery and Cafe?
The listed phone number is (617) 945-0322.
What should I order at Flour Bakery and Cafe?
As an artisan bread bakery, typical picks include Rye sourdough, Kalamata olive sourdough, Baguette, and Ciabatta. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Flour Bakery and Cafe?
Nearby options include Mariposa Bakery (0.4 mi), Flour Bakery (0.5 mi), and Praline French Patisserie (0.5 mi).

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