Sourdough Bakery & Café has carved a space for a different rhythm. It is a place shaped as much by craft as by community, a cafe where slow fermentation and warm hospitality find their balance in a city that rarely stands still.
Founded by Mohamad Kreidly, who brought home the sensibilities of San Francisco’s sourdough culture, Sourdough has grown quietly, steadily and with intention. It is not trying to reinvent the wheel; it is simply choosing to respect it through time-honored techniques, thoughtful sourcing and an atmosphere that encourages people to linger rather than rush.
More than bread: a way of working
At Sourdough, fermentation is more than a method, it is the framework for how things are made. Each loaf begins days before baking, shaped by patient feeding, long rests and a respect for ingredients that do not like to be hurried. The result is an approach to food that values how it leaves you feeling. “We have always believed food should be honest and uplifting,” said Kreidly. “The table becomes a better place when what is on it is made with care.” This philosophy carries through the cafe menu, where dishes are built around dough that is expressive yet understated, supporting each component rather than overpowering it. The flavors lean layered, not loud; familiar, yet considered.
Coffee with its own identity
If the bread anchors the space, the coffee deepens its character. Sourdough partners with SUCASU Coffee Collective to roast small-batch house blends from specialty beans sourced from Ethiopia, Colombia and Brazil. The roasting process is handled with the same patience and precision that define the bakery, using carefully measured heat, profile control and sensory cupping to highlight each origin’s natural character. It is a quiet craft that mirrors the discipline of fermentation and brings a level of intention guests can taste in every cup.
Through training and expert guidance from SUCASCU, Sourdough built its roasting independence, creating a coffee bar that feels intentionally unhurried, a place where someone can take a moment for a flat white or settle into the ritual of a V60. Over time, the baristas learn about their regulars, what they like and what they do not, and the pastry they are likely to pair with it next.
A space reserved for people with depth
The interior speaks softly; warm materials, clean lines and the unmistakable scent of fresh bread. But the heart of the place is the people who fill it. Some come for a croissant and find themselves in an hour-long conversation. Others work quietly in a corner. Families stop by for simple breakfasts that feel familiar. Couples share a piece of toast, a cinnamon roll and a seat by the window. It is a space that feels lived in and welcomes people without effort.
The strength of a local brand
At a time when franchises dominate the cafe landscape, Sourdough has taken a different path. Its growth is rooted in local identity rather than imported formulas. The brand reflects the rhythms of its community, the farmers it sources from, the bakers and baristas it trains, and the tastes that evolve with its guests. There is value in a concept that grows from the ground it stands on, not from a handbook. Sourdough’s authenticity comes from being shaped here rather than borrowed from elsewhere.
Feel-good food
The menu is designed around the idea that bread should not be an accessory. Each dish begins with the character of a specific loaf. A tangy club made with country sourdough, a soft brioche egg sando or smoked beef on seeded multigrain. Toppings, spreads and proteins are chosen to complement the dough’s texture and flavor, creating plates that feel balanced and nourishing. It is feel-good food in the literal sense, built on honest creativity and ingredients that work together rather than scream for attention.
A gentle shift toward something bigger
What began as a bakery has gradually become a gathering point for those who value food with substance and a cafe culture that encourages presence. There is no manifesto and no trend-chasing, just the quiet invitation to enjoy things made with time and intention. In times of crowded concepts, Sourdough reminds us that some things become meaningfully profound because they are not rushed.
