Every loaf is a structure. Every crust, an achievement. Mary's Bakery crafts sourdough, pastries, and coffee with the precision of engineers and the soul of artisans.
Mary's Bakery isn't just a place where bread gets made. It's a workshop where time, temperature, and technique converge. We treat every batch like a project — from the 72-hour cold ferment of our sourdough to the precise lamination of our croissants.
Located on Lee Highway in Chattanooga, we've built a following among locals who know the difference between fast and crafted. Our ovens fire at dawn. Our coffee is pulled with the same respect. Every detail is intentional.
Every item is built from scratch. No shortcuts. No compromises. Just honest, handcrafted food.
From classic country loaves to olive and rosemary. Each batch gets 72 hours to develop flavor that shortcut bread can't match.
Croissants with 27 layers. Pain au chocolat that cracks right open. Made by hand, folded by hand, baked with patience.
Single-origin espresso pulled with precision. Pour-over, cold brew, and seasonal specials. Paired with our pastries — it's the Chattanooga way.
Celebration cakes built from scratch. Tarts, tarts, and small-batch desserts that prove pastry is both science and art.
Focaccia, savory scones, and cheese breads. Perfect for lunch or as the foundation of a proper Chattanooga sandwich.
Seasonal juices and smoothies made from local Tennessee fruit. No concentrates, no shortcuts — just real fruit, real flavor.
Menu items rotate seasonally. Ask about daily specials when you visit.
Great bread isn't rushed. Great pastry isn't copied. Here's what goes into everything we make.
We partner with Tennessee mills and local farms. Your bread starts with ingredients that have a story — and a source.
Cold fermentation for 72 hours. This isn't a trend — it's the only way to develop the flavor, texture, and digestibility our customers expect.
Hand-formed, not machine-pressed. Every loaf carries the baker's touch — the tension, the fold, the final proof.
Wood-fired ovens at the right temperature for the right amount of time. Steam for crust. Patience for flavor.
We're open every day. Come early — the good stuff doesn't last until noon.
* Hours may vary on holidays. Call ahead for large orders.
Need bread for an event? Want to skip the line? Call us to place your order and pick it up fresh.
1-423-702-5220Stop by 6940 Lee Highway and taste the difference that time, technique, and intention make.
