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BakeryHandmade bagels in 12 flavors and whole dessert cakes
Beagle Bagel Cafe at Highland Village in Jackson has handmade bagels from jalapeno cheddar to cinnamon raisin, egg sandwiches, and rotating cakes since 1995.
OrderWarm jalapeno cheddar bagel sandwich with house chicken salad, or ask about the turtle cake special
TipThe whole cakes in rotating flavors like turtle and coconut brickle make this a worthwhile detour; call ahead to reserve one on weekends.
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Soul foodSouthern biscuits and made-from-scratch breakfast breadsWalk-in only
Hen and Egg bakes buttermilk biscuits from scratch daily, serving them as breakfast sandwiches with the same Southern cooking philosophy as the main menu.
OrderButtermilk biscuit with house sausage gravy at breakfast
TipBiscuits sell out by noon on weekdays; the Sunday brunch format ensures a steadier supply.
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BakeryPetit fours, tea cakes, and custom celebration cakes
Campbell's Bakery in Fondren has served petit fours, layer cakes, and pound cakes from 1962 recipes, making it Jackson's most beloved neighbourhood bakery.
OrderOriginal iced tea cake, or a box of assorted petit fours for sharing
TipCustom cakes need 48-hour advance notice; same-day orders often available for smaller items.
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Artisan BakeryMade-from-scratch artisan breads, cinnamon rolls, and desserts
Broad Street Baking Company makes cinnamon rolls, sourdough loaves, scones, chocolate chip cookies, and banana pudding cups from scratch since 1998.
OrderFresh cinnamon roll at opening, or the chocolate chip cookies still warm from the oven
TipThe bakery case is at its most complete at 07:00; by 14:00 popular items sell out.
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BakeryHouse-baked French pastries and morning breadsWalk-in only
Elvie's morning pastry service brings Michelin Bib Gourmand quality to breakfast - croissants, house-made breads, and French pastries with espresso.
OrderSeasonal morning pastry with a French press coffee, eaten at the marble bar
TipThe pastry case reflects what is best and most seasonal; trust the server's recommendation.
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PatisserieArtisan croissants and Southern-inspired pastriesWalk-in only
Just Vanilla Bake Shop at Duling Hall in Jackson's Fondren produces flaky croissants and Southern-inspired artisan pastries from well-sourced ingredients.
OrderFreshly baked croissant or seasonal pastry from the retail window; the morning case is the most complete
TipArrive before 10:00 on Saturdays as the most popular pastries sell out well before the 14:00 close.