Best Bakeries in Damascus: Where to Find Fresh Bread and Pastries

Damascus is brimming with bakeries serving up the freshest pastries and baked goods. If you’re a fan of freshly baked dough packed with a variety of fillings, we’ve rounded up the top spots in Damascus that you absolutely can’t miss!

In the heart of Old Damascus, nestled in the Bab Touma district, you’ll find Hanania Bakery, the oldest and only bakery in the city dedicated to crafting traditional Prosphora bread. Owned by the Salmon brothers—Samer, Simon, and Sami—this historic bakery

Looking for the perfect cake for your birthday bash in Damascus? One that’s not only delicious but looks absolutely stunning? Damascus has got you covered with some amazing spots that will make your celebration extra sweet! Here’s a roundup of…

Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked croissants in the morning—flaky, golden layers on the outside, soft and buttery on the inside, and delicious fillings in every bite! Whether you’re craving something sweet or savory, classic or creative, Damascus h

Right in the heart of Maliki, Damascus, at R House Café, there’s a spot called Pide Boat that’s completely changing how we think about breakfast, lunch, and even dinner! They’re serving up Turkish pide – that thin, crispy dough with…

Sometimes, all you need is a cup of coffee, a cozy corner, and an atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re strolling through the streets of Paris, Rome, or even London. In Damascus, a few cafés perfectly capture that European…

Croissants have officially become the ultimate breakfast treat in Damascus. That golden, flaky outside with a soft, buttery inside… served with all kinds of fillings to satisfy every craving. Luckily, Damascus has some amazing places that bring croissants

If you’re craving the real taste of Damascus, nothing beats a freshly baked Sfiha Shamieh! That mix of golden dough, juicy meat with yogurt or tomato, and that sprinkle of pine nuts is pure magic. Here are 5 spots in…

Some places are more than just cafés or bakeries; they have a story behind them. That’s exactly what Al Manhal Bakery and Books in Old Damascus feels like. It’s a bakery that’s over 100 years old, but today it’s been…