Bakery4.7· 901 reviews

Community Loaves

Jacksonville, Florida

Discover Community Loaves Bakery in Jacksonville, FL, known for delicious sourdough, rosemary bread, avocado toast, and fresh quiches. Enjoy cozy garden and outdoor seating at 1116 Edgewood Ave S. Call +1 904-381-0097 for a taste of artisanal baked goods and hearty breakfast favorites.

Guest rating
4.7/ 5
Reviews
901
Category
Bakery
City
Jacksonville
Usual hours
8 AM-2 PM

About Community Loaves

Community Loaves is a bakery and cafe at 1116 Edgewood Ave S in Jacksonville’s Murray Hill area. I find fresh sourdough bread, handmade croissants, cookies, muffins, and quiche here, plus coffee and tea. The menu leans on local ingredients and scratch-made baking.

Regulars come for breakfast, lunch, and baked goods that sell fast. The garden gives the visit a calm shift, and the room feels like a neighborhood stop with a strong local pulse. I always think of it as a place for bread lovers, coffee fans, and anyone who likes a friendly crowd with a common loaf story.

Community Loaves sits in Murray Hill and brings a clear bakery-first feel to the block. I see fresh sourdough at the center, with organic flour behind the bread and a line of baked goods that keeps the case busy. Croissants, cookies, muffins, and quiche round out the core, and every item points to a scratch-made approach. The shop feels tied to the neighborhood, and many guests treat it like a weekly stop.

The coffee and tea program supports the pastry case without taking over the room. Guests mention lattes, and they also note that the drink list suits coffee drinkers best. That focus works here because the food and baking carry much of the appeal. A first visit feels best with coffee in one hand and a pastry or sandwich in the other.

Food runs from breakfast into lunch, with local ingredients shaping the menu. Reviews point to avocado toast, egg sandwich, white bean hummus sandwich, quiche, bagels, grits, and rosemary bread. The bakery side gets a lot of love too, with almond croissants, chocolate croissants, cardamom swirl pastry, and sea salt focaccia among the standouts. I like that the menu gives both a quick bite and a full plate feel.

The space has a cute garden and outdoor seating, which gives the visit a soft edge. Guests call it an adorable bakery and a neighborhood gem, and that fits the mood well. Service gets praise for warmth and help, and the place keeps a busy regular crowd. I hear the same theme again and again: fresh food, strong bread, and a local feel that makes people return.

What guests say about Community Loaves

Guests often praise

  • Fresh sourdough bread that guests call amazing and use for sandwiches and toast.
  • Croissants and pastries, including chocolate croissant, almond croissant, blueberry filling, and ginger pear danish/tart.
  • Egg sandwiches and other breakfast items, with rosemary sourdough bread named in reviews.
  • Special bakes like the cardamom swirl pastry, artichoke and greens croissant, and sea salt focaccia slice.
  • Friendly staff who get praise for being helpful and welcoming.
  • The garden and outdoor seating, which add a calm neighborhood feel.

Worth knowing

  • Parking can be very hard to find.
  • Many items can sell out, especially later in the day.
  • Drink choices feel limited for guests who do not drink coffee.
  • Prices can feel high to some guests, especially for drinks.

Best for

  • Bakery fans, and the sourdough, croissants, and pastries suit them.
  • Breakfast and lunch guests, and the egg sandwiches, quiche, toast, and sandwiches suit them.
  • Local food lovers, and the scratch-made menu with local ingredients suits them.
  • Guests who like a garden setting, and the cute outdoor space suits them.

Visitor Experience

Visitors keep coming back for the baking. They call the pastries exceptional, the bread amazing, and the whole case full of strong choices. A few reviews note that some items sell out, but that only adds to the sense that the kitchen stays busy for good reason. The food feels fresh from first bite to last crumb.

The savory side gets just as much praise as the sweet side. People rave about the egg sandwich, hummus sandwich, quiche, bagels, and avocado toast. Reviews also point to rosemary bread and rosemary sourdough as standouts, which gives the menu a clear house style. That bread focus helps the whole visit feel grounded.

Service earns strong marks across the board. Guests describe the staff as friendly, helpful, and welcoming, and that tone shapes the whole stop. Even when the case runs low, the service keeps the mood easy. I hear a place that treats regulars like locals and first-timers like future regulars.

The atmosphere gets high praise too. People call it adorable, a neighborhood gem, and a weekend staple, and the garden adds a soft place to sit. Some visitors come after a walk, while others bring family for brunch, which says a lot about the range of the space. It feels like a shop that fits both a quick stop and a slow table.

Value gets mixed but fair comments. A latte can feel pricey to some guests, yet many still say the visit is worth it because the food lands so well. The freshness, care, and local feel shape the value more than a low price tag. For many visitors, that balance makes return visits easy to justify.

Top picks at Community Loaves

The drinks and bites guests photograph and come back for.

View Full Menu
  • Cappuccino

    Cappuccino

  • Sourdough Pancakes

    Sourdough Pancakes

  • Avocado Sandwich

    Avocado Sandwich

  • Cortado

    Cortado

  • Grits

    Grits

  • Avocado Toast with Garlic Garnish

    Avocado Toast with Garlic Garnish

  • Juice

    Juice

  • Egg Sammie

    Egg Sammie

Access and amenities at Community Loaves

What Community Loaves lists on its Google profile.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Opening hours

When Community Loaves is open during the week.

Opening hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday8 AM-2 PM
Wednesday8 AM-2 PM
Thursday8 AM-2 PM
Friday8 AM-2 PM
Saturday8 AM-2 PM
Sunday8 AM-2 PM
Call for information+1 904-381-0097
ContactWhatsApp · Website

Hours can change on holidays. Call ahead to be sure.

Visit Guide

Community Loaves opens Tuesday through Sunday from 8 AM to 2 PM, and it stays closed on Monday. That schedule makes early visits the safest plan, since reviews say many favorites sell out by the afternoon. I would aim for morning if you want the widest choice from the case. A weekday stop can feel calmer than a peak weekend rush, though the place still draws steady local traffic.

If it is your first visit, start with a latte and one of the signature pastries. Reviews back the croissants, the cardamom swirl pastry, the almond croissant, and the chocolate croissant. If you want something savory, the egg sandwich on rosemary sourdough bread gets strong praise. The white bean hummus sandwich and quiche also fit the menu well.

The garden and outdoor seating give the shop a pleasant place to linger. Guests mention brunch with family and a stop after a walk, so the setting fits relaxed daytime plans. I would use the outdoor area for a slow breakfast or a lunch break with friends. The room feels built for neighborhood catch-ups and repeat visits.

Accessibility looks strong here, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. That matters for a place that can feel busy and tucked away in Murray Hill. Parking can still be tight, so patience helps before you get to the door. Once inside, the flow feels warm and simple.

This shop suits visitors who enjoy fresh bread first and coffee second. It also fits people who do not mind a sold-out case if they arrive late, since the early crowd gets the best pick. Community Loaves has a community name, and the vibe matches that promise. I get a real local hangout feel from it, with a lot of loyal regular energy in the room.

How to get there

Address

1116 Edgewood Ave S, Jacksonville, FL 32205, United States

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Reviews of Community Loaves

What recent visitors say, and how the ratings add up.

4.7/ 5

Based on 901 reviews

Rating distribution

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  • 12%
  • Elaine L.2026-11-01

    What an adorable bakery! Even though it's extremely hard to get a parking spot here, it's worth the stress! Everyone here was super friendly and helpful. Though many things were sold out, there was still a nice variety of things to choose from! The items I got (a chocolate croissant, a plain croissant, and a ginger pear danish/tart) were super yummy. The latte I ordered was...

  • Pete B.2026-10-18

    Pastries are to die for. Bread is amazing. My only complaint is that if you do not drink coffee you don't have much in the way of drink options.

  • C.2026-10-08

    I really enjoyed the croissant pastry I had with the blueberry filling and the drink with a dash of apple cider vinegar.

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  • Sherri M.2026-10-06

    Came here today with a friend to get a bite to eat after our walk around 1030. I had the white bean hummus sandwich on their rosemary garlic bread. Delicious sandwich. Very freshly made bread and ingredients. Picked up a couple of baked items, one of them in particular is a favorite here. The cardimon swirl pastry. Also purchased one of their almond croissants. This a...

  • Lauren A.2026-10-04

    everything they make is exceptional. their stuffed everything bagel w/ chive cream cheese was immaculate, but my recent favorite is the artichoke and greens croissant. OH MY GOSH, this pastry is even good cold. plz dont ever stop making it. and their sea salt focaccia slice? this alone made me love focaccia again. it's incredibly moist and bouncy. this place is a weekend...

  • Mirsada B.2026-10-03

    My new favorite breakfast spot! The egg sandwich on rosemary sourdough bread is ABSOLUTELY EFFIN AMAZING !<br><br>10/10 recommend this place!

  • Nateasha H.2026-10-02

    I love this place. My daughter and I have been coming here for years. The quality of the food and bakery items has never changed. I took my mom here today for the first time and she loved it. It's a neat little spot tucked away in Murray, Hill and if you love fresh sourdough bread and bakery items, you'll love this place. You might want to try and get there early because...

  • Peter L.2026-09-18

    This was a great place to have brunch with my daughters and grandchildren.

  • Alejandra L.2026-09-18

    Community Loaves is SO good!! Everything we got was absolutely delicious. The eggs were perfectly runny and so flavorful, and the caramel apple pastry was seriously amazing. The latte was also perfect--not too sweet at all, just the right balance of coffee and sweetness. Everything tasted fresh, and the whole experience was so good. Definitely a place I'd recommend and come back to!

How Community Loaves scores

Scored out of 10 from what reviewers say. Topics they do not mention are left out.

  • Coffee quality8/10
  • Food and pastries10/10
  • Service9/10
  • Atmosphere9/10
  • Seating and space7/10
  • Value for money6/10

Frequently asked questions

What makes Community Loaves stand out?

Community Loaves stands out for sourdough bread made with organic flour. I also see handmade croissants, cookies, muffins, and quiche on the menu. The cafe leans into fresh, made-from-scratch food with local ingredients.

What can I order for breakfast or lunch?

I find breakfast and lunch options built around eggs, bagels, toast, quiche, and salad. Reviews mention avocado toast, an egg sandwich, bagels, grits, and quiche. It feels like a strong stop for a local meal with coffee or tea.

Is there outdoor seating at Community Loaves?

Yes, the cafe has a cute garden and outdoor seating. That space gives the place a relaxed feel. It suits a slow coffee break or a casual breakfast with friends.

Is Community Loaves accessible?

Community Loaves offers a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. That makes the visit easier for many guests. The shop also serves coffee and tea, so it works well for a sit-down stop.