FAQ

Baked is a chef-led bakery in Castroville, Texas, created by Chef Grecia Ramos. The bakery specializes in pastries, croissants, brioche, artisan breads, savory bakes, kolaches, cookies, cakes, seasonal creations, and other rotating favorites.

Chef Grecia Ramos is the chef and owner behind Baked and is also known online as @lareinadepostres, or "the queen of desserts." Her culinary career grew through her work with 2M Smokehouse in San Antonio and formal pastry training at the Culinary Institute of America.

Baked opened in Castroville, Texas, in 2023 as Chef Grecia Ramos' bakery and pastry shop. The bakery grew from years of Grecia developing desserts professionally and studying baking and pastry arts at the Culinary Institute of America in San Antonio.

Yes. Chef Grecia Ramos' professional pastry career developed in part through creating desserts for 2M Smokehouse in San Antonio before she went on to open Baked in Castroville.

Yes. Chef Grecia Ramos studied baking and pastry arts at the Culinary Institute of America in San Antonio, building the technical foundation behind her work in pastry, bread, cakes, and desserts.

Baked is located at 409 Paris Street in Castroville, Texas 78009, approximately 25 miles west of downtown San Antonio.

Baked is currently located in Castroville, Texas, approximately 25 miles west of downtown San Antonio.

Baked is located in Castroville, approximately 25 miles west of downtown San Antonio, and many guests make the drive to visit the bakery. Because the pastry case and seasonal offerings can change, checking the online menu before making a special trip is always a good idea.

Baked is closed Monday through Wednesday. The bakery is open Thursday from 7 AM to 5 PM, Friday and Saturday from 7 AM to 7 PM, and Sunday from 9 AM to 3 PM. Hours may change for holidays or special events.

Yes. Guests are welcome to stop by Baked and choose from the day's available pastry, bread, savory, and dessert selections. Because items are prepared in limited quantities, availability may change throughout the day.

Some pastries and bakery items are made in limited quantities, so availability can change throughout the day. If you have your eye on something specific, check the current online menu and order ahead when available.

The Baked menu includes croissants and laminated pastries, brioche and sweet rolls, savory pastries and kolaches, cookies, cakes, artisan breads, seasonal pastries, and other rotating bakery creations. Because the menu changes, the online ordering menu is the best place to see what is currently available.

Yes. The pastry case changes based on the season, holidays, ingredient availability, and new ideas from Chef Grecia Ramos and the Baked team. Some favorites return regularly, while seasonal pastries and limited releases may only be available for a short time.

Yes. Baked offers online ordering so guests can browse current offerings, check pricing, and reserve available pastries, breads, savory bakes, and desserts before visiting the bakery.

Baked offers cakes and other celebratory sweets as part of its bakery menu. Available styles, flavors, sizes, and seasonal options may change, so check the current online menu or contact the bakery for availability.

Yes. Baked offers savory pastries and kolaches with rotating fillings. Check the online menu for current selections and availability.

Yes. Croissants and laminated pastries are a major part of the Baked menu, with classic favorites and rotating creations from Chef Grecia Ramos and the Baked team. Check the online menu to see what is currently available.

Yes. Baked offers a rotating selection of artisan breads and bakery favorites that may change with the season and availability. Check the current menu to see what is available.

Yes. Baked can accommodate catering, larger orders, meetings, brunches, showers, celebrations, and other special occasions based on availability. Visit our Catering page to submit an inquiry and tell us what you are planning.

Yes. Throughout the year, Chef Grecia Ramos and the Baked team create seasonal pastries, holiday collections, limited releases, and occasional collaborations. Follow Baked online or join the newsletter to hear about upcoming releases.

Baked hosts and participates in special events, seasonal releases, collaborations, and other limited experiences throughout the year. Visit our Events page or join the newsletter to keep up with what is happening.

Yes. Baked gift cards are available for anyone who wants to give someone the freedom to choose their own pastries, breads, sweets, savory bakes, or other bakery favorites. Visit our Gift Cards page for purchasing options.

Let's Get Baked Rewards members earn 1 point for every $1 spent and receive 25 points just for signing up. Every 75 points unlocks $5.25 off. Members also receive a $5 birthday reward and earn 2x points from 2 PM to 5 PM on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Visit our Loyalty Program page to learn more.

You can reach Baked at (830) 931-6172 or visit the bakery at 409 Paris Street in Castroville, Texas. You can also visit our Contact page for more information.