Joanne Chang's beloved bakery-cafe in Fort Point, home of the famous sticky bun (the one she beat Bobby Flay with). Excellent pastries, sandwiches, and coffee for a Seaport-area breakfast or lunch. Order at the counter; seating fills at peak.
Key facts
| Hours | Mon-Fri 7am-7pm Sat-Sun 8am-6pm |
|---|---|
| Price | $$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Courthouse (Silver Line SL1/SL2), ~5 min walk; South Station (Red/Silver) ~10 min |
| Time needed | 30-45 min |
| Best time to go | Weekday mid-morning for fresh pastries before the lunch rush |
| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.7/10- Value7.5
- iconic7.0
- Freshness9.2
- excellence8.0
- Crowd level6.0
- Authenticity8.0
- Accessibility7.5
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get to Flour Fort Point on the T?
- Take the Silver Line (SL1 or SL2) to Courthouse and walk about five minutes to Farnsworth St. South Station on the Red Line is roughly a ten-minute walk.
- Does Flour take reservations?
- No, it's counter service, walk-in only. You order at the register and grab a table or take it to go. No reservations needed or offered.
- Is this the original Flour location?
- No, the original opened in the South End in 2000. The Fort Point location on Farnsworth St is one of several around Boston and Cambridge, all with the same menu and quality.
- Are there vegetarian and vegan options?
- Yes, there's a good range of vegetarian sandwiches, salads, and pastries, and some vegan baked goods. It's a reliable choice for varied diets in the Seaport area.
- Is Flour good for a working laptop stop?
- It can be, at off-peak hours, but it's primarily a fast-moving bakery-cafe rather than a lingering coffeehouse. During the lunch rush, seating is at a premium and turnover is expected.
- When is Flour least crowded?
- Weekday mid-morning after the 8am rush, or mid-afternoon between lunch and closing. Weekend mornings and weekday lunch are the busiest stretches.
- Does Flour have seating or is it takeout?
- It has cafe seating, but it's a busy order-at-the-counter spot and tables fill during breakfast and lunch peaks. Off-peak mid-morning or mid-afternoon you'll find a seat more easily.
- What should I order at Flour Bakery?
- The sticky bun is the signature, a caramel-pecan classic that made owner Joanne Chang famous. The BLT sandwich, banana bread, and lemon-raspberry cake are also longtime favorites, plus solid coffee.
Nearby in Ask Boston
- Boston Children's MuseumMuseum0.12 km · 2 min walk
- Seaport DistrictNeighborhood0.37 km · 5 min walk
- Institute of Contemporary ArtMuseum0.51 km · 6 min walk
- Yankee Lobster Co.Restaurant0.84 km · 10 min walk
- New England AquariumAttraction0.91 km · 11 min walk
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