We've been crafting sourdough, pastries, and perfectly brewed coffee in the heart of Bristol since 2009. Every loaf, every crumb — made from scratch.
Our Story
The Golden Loaf was born from a simple idea: that bread should taste like bread. Not the packaged, shelf-stable kind — but the kind that fills a kitchen with warmth and comes out of the oven with a perfect crackling crust.
Founded by the Hargrove family in 2009, we've grown from a single market stall to a beloved Bristol institution — but our values have never changed. Local. Honest. Made with love.
What people say
We're rated 4.9 stars on Google with over 600 reviews.
"The sourdough here is the best I've ever tasted outside of San Francisco. I come in every Saturday without fail."
"It smells incredible the moment you walk in. Friendly staff, great coffee, and the cinnamon rolls are dangerous."
"As a coeliac I'm always anxious eating out — the GF options here are genuinely delicious and the team are so careful."
Find us
14 Corn Street, Bristol