Kanemitsu Bakery

If you love the smell of fresh bread and pastries baking, visit this historic venue. The bakery, founded in 1922 by Fred and Shigeo Kanemitsu, was originally based in a shack in Manila Camp. After moving to the downtown... More »

If you love the smell of fresh bread and pastries baking, visit this historic venue. The bakery, founded in 1922 by Fred and Shigeo Kanemitsu, was originally based in a shack in Manila Camp. After moving to the downtown location in 1931, the operation expanded to include a cafe. A huge old-fashioned gumball machine adorns the bakery area. The spacious but plain dining room has peeling linoleum floors, Formica tables and no windows. The food is inexpensive and satsifying. A full American-style breakfast costs around USD5.50. Lunch fare includes burgers, sandwiches, salads and local plate lunches. Cash only.