The Best Breakfast, Beverages and Baked Goods at Mockingbird Bakery in Rochester, IL
If you’re looking for a convenient pick me up to start your early mornings, look no further than Mockingbird Bakery in Rochester, Illinois. Open from Tuesday through Friday: 7:00 am- 12:00 pm and from 3:30 pm- 5:00 pm. They are open on Saturday from 7:00 am - 2:00 pm. They are closed on Sunday and Monday.
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The owner, Kathryn Elder, always loved baking as a child. As she grew up and went to college, she was taking cooking classes on the side as a hobby. When she realized that was something she loved and wanted to do full time as her career, she went to culinary school and got an internship then a job in the field. After working for 3 years, her aspiration became to own her own bakery one day. It took Kathryn 10 years to open Mockingbird and she is thriving as a small business owner.
Mockingbird's aesthetically pleasing environment welcomes you to stay and enjoy all the homemade specialties while feeling right at home in their zen space. Be welcomed with the bright yellow door as soon as you pull in.
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Photo Credit: Mockingbird Bakery
Mockingbird is known for its savory hot and cold beverages, ranging from delicious fruity smoothies to a soothing cold brew or a hot Mockingbird Blend to wake you up. You can dine in and have a baked treat to pair with your favorite drink, or you can take it to-go and make your co-workers jealous of the aroma of your delicious beverage as you walk into work.
You can always count on the heart of Mockingbird's baked brilliance of fresh and delicious pastries just for the occasion you need. All of your pastry needs are met whether you are in the mood for a muffin or a scone. The scone flavors change each day, but you can typically find white chocolate raspberry, lemon blueberry, dark chocolate cherry, chocolate toffee, cranberry orange, and apple cinnamon. Muffin flavors also change each day but you can plan on them normally having blueberry, coffee cake, and banana in their showcase. These homemade delicacies are only found at the one and only Mockingbird.
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Photo Credit: Mockingbird Bakery
Need a delicious treat for a special occasion? Mockingbird makes special cakes and cupcakes just for the occasion you need. They can do almost any flavor or design; all you have to do is call or stop by to place your order! Their most in demand flavors are vanilla, chocolate, carrot, lemon, red velvet, banana, and pumpkin spice. If you are not looking for a whole cake, you can order by the slice as well. Did you forget it was your best friend's birthday? No worries, they have cupcakes in their showcase at all times that you can order for any last minute occasion as well.
Regardless of your craving, you can find just what you are in the mood for from Mockingbird’s exclusive and one of a kind menu that features homemade granola in their delicious parfaits. They have cinnamon rolls on Wednesdays for a sweet treat. They also have savory quiches on Fridays. There are also other surprises throughout the week - you never know what extra special treats you could find!
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There is something for everyone at Mockingbird. Even if you do not live in Rochester, it is worth the drive to visit Mockingbird Bakery. Located right in the heart of Rochester at 129 S John Street, Rochester, IL 62563. You can also follow them on Facebook where they post the baked goods that are available each morning! @Mockingbird Bakery.