Now open in downtown Penn Yan

Baked with
intention,
served with
pride.

Artisan breads, flaky pastries, and carefully crafted coffee — made from scratch each morning at our Water Street bakery.

Est.
Penn Yan, NY
Daily
Fresh baked
Local
Ingredients
Freshly baked artisan bread and pastries displayed at Blue Heron Bakery
Warm interior of Blue Heron Bakery with wooden counters and baked goods
Our Story

A cornerstone of
the Penn Yan community.

Blue Heron Bakery sits on the historic Water Street corridor, where the rhythm of the village meets the warmth of a working bakery. We open our ovens each morning with a simple commitment: every loaf, every pastry, and every cup should be something we'd serve our own family.

Our recipes draw from traditional techniques — long-fermented doughs, butter-laminated layers, and honest ingredients — while our approach is firmly rooted here in the Finger Lakes. We source locally whenever we can and never cut corners.

100%
From scratch, never frozen
Daily
Baked fresh every morning
Local
Supporting Finger Lakes farms
Craft
Traditional methods, modern taste
What We Make

From our oven to your table

Every item is prepared in-house each morning. Our rotating selection reflects the season and what's freshest at the market.

Artisan sourdough and specialty bread loaves
Signature

Artisan Breads

Sourdough boules, rosemary focaccia, multigrain loaves, and seasonal specialty breads — all started from our own cultures.

Assorted flaky pastries and croissants

Pastries & Sweets

Butter croissants, danishes, fruit tarts, and daily dessert selections — laminated, filled, and finished by hand each morning.

Pour-over coffee and espresso drinks
Café

Coffee & Drinks

Espresso drinks, pour-over single origins, fresh juice, and specialty teas — paired with your pastry or enjoyed on their own.

Custom celebration cakes and tiered desserts

Custom Cakes

Birthdays, weddings, and milestones — order a custom cake for pickup. We work with you to design the flavor, size, and finish.

Savory quiches, sandwiches, and prepared foods

Savory & Light Bites

Quiches, savory tarts, sandwiches on our house bread, and seasonal prepared foods — perfect for a working lunch.

Assorted baked goods arranged for events and catering
Events

Catering & Events

Office meetings, gatherings, and celebrations — we provide pastry platters, coffee service, and custom baked goods for your event.

Visit Us

Stop by — we're open
six days a week.

We bake through the early morning so everything is fresh when you walk in. Hours are posted below — call ahead if you're making a special trip.

Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday Closed

* Hours may vary on holidays. Call ahead to confirm.

Blue Heron Bakery storefront on Water Street in Penn Yan
Find Us

In the heart of
downtown Penn Yan.

Address
136 Water St
Penn Yan, NY 14527-1651
Hours
Mon–Fri: 7 AM – 4 PM
Sat: 7 AM – 3 PM
Sun: Closed

Send Us a Message

Questions about catering, custom cakes, or availability — we'll get back to you.

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