Stadsbakkerij Water & Bloem

I think this bakery definitely brings a lot of people to this lovely alley. Kudos to them!

Walked past this place a lot and was always half surprised by the queue of people and the price tags. A friend recommended this place and their almond croissants. Today I finally made the first purchase!

Maybe I got the wrong product when I asked for the almond croissant. But it was really good. It was a very flaky croissant with kokos on top, with the filling of which I can’t place the ingredients and some chocolate (did not like the chocolate too much). It weighed quite a lot for a croissant if I may add. It was not cheap for a croissant but at same time, it was a big piece of pastry compared to your good old butter croissants. I imagine you could have it for lunch and you are all set after it. Overall, very pleased with this experience.

This is popular bakery in Leiden, sometimes with a few persons standing in line outside the outlet. Cinnamon bun may be the major option, yet it was often sold out when I visited in afternoon. Then I usually chose Cardamom bun, that has nice texture with the layers. I love the taste.

One of the best bakery in Leiden! You can find really good quality sourdough breads and yummy desserts. I recommend the olive bread and pastel de nata.

Honestly? Try everything. All of it. All the breads are natural, dense and flavorful. The pastries aren't artificial, but very flavorful. Best apple cake and chocolate cookies I've ever had. I love love love this place. The sellers are also very friendly and helpful

Incredible bakery with space to sit in and enjoy a coffee in one of the nicest alleys in Leiden. Only problem I can see is that their cinnamon buns are too good and I have to fight the urge not to have one every day. The kimchi toasty is pretty good too!

I’m not even over-exaggerating that this is one of my favorite bakeries out there. So incredibly cozy with delicious bread, underrated cookies and one of the best cardamom buns I’ve ever had (and I’m Swedish).

Amazing pastries, their cinnamon buns and pastel de natas are absolute fire & they also have delicious cookies. Need to come back on a Saturday as they have grilled cheese sandwiches then with kimchi as the weekly special!

I am so happy there is a bakery in Leiden that bakes proper sourdough bread using only water and flour and the starter! It's got a wonderful flavour. The cardamom buns are also lovely.

Thank you so much for your pure baking without emulgatoren (emulsifiers) this is so much better for my gut, I've noticed a huge difference since eating your bread.

Nice little place, in the heart of Leiden, with great pastries (pastel de nata being my favorite) and great cappuccino (I have been looking for that for long, after leaving Italy, and finally I have a great one!). Bread also looks great, will try. And will come back again for sure!

Amazing place with great service and amazing bread. The best cardamom buns are a must have

I don't think there's anything sold here that isn't delicious. This bread is like, eat it plain and you can't stop yourself level of good. And the cinnamon buns?! One taste and you'll be hooked. Even their soft rolls are amazing. Will keep on happily coming back!

Cinnamon & Kardamom buns are just amazing to eat on the spot or to bring home for breakfast (try them with hot milk :D )
We also tried the cheese-sticks and the pastel de nata and they are lovely.
They also make coffee and plant based milk is also available :)

One of the best croissants I’ve ever had! Hazelnut-espresso and still warm, perfection!

Randomly walked into this bakery and was pleasantly surprised at the quality and price. Highly recommended. We will be back!

My favourite bakery! Fresh bread, delicious cardamom rolls and pastel de nata.

Quite pricey (€2 for a croissant 🫣) but hands-down the best quality in Leiden.

Excellent coffee as well. Great espresso.

If you want to try the best sourdough bread, this is THE PLACE to go!

Finally, a very good sourdough for those who miss it. Amazing quality, nice staff!

Everything they make is amazing. Such a welcome addition to the local area!