The Grateful Bread started in 1991 and new ownership took over in 2023.  They had an independent building with a to-go window as well as 2 dining rooms inside.  Also inside, they did a constant business of those picking  up bakery items to go.  The best I understood was that they started as a bakery of breads and pastries but expanded into plates for breakfast and lunch.  The name was a play on the Grateful Dead Band – with the staff wearing tie-dyed shirts or ones that said “everybody must get sconed”.   They do a lot of community support with unsold bread and pastries being donated to the local food bank.  While we were in eating several new items appeared in the front cases.  A couple twists on the place was that all their eggs were served only scrambled and they offered a discount if you paid in cash.  People lined up to be the first in and I can see why when we came later one day and had to wait 45 minutes for a table.  Service was very slow that day so we knew to be the line the next time we came and service moved at a better pace then.  The entry room had chairs for waiting and windows on one wall.   The second room was surrounded by window with a more modern feel.  Both had lots of art on the walls and the bathrooms had lots of lyrics from songs on the wall.  The food was served in generous portions and pretty tasty, although it did need added sauce of some kind.  It’s worth a trip when you’re in the area. Continue reading →