Fresh from the
oven to your
table — every day.
Artisan breads, flaky pastries, and locally sourced pantry essentials — baked and curated right here on Dixie Highway.
Baked at 5 AM
Every morning
From our bakery and pantry to your kitchen
Every item is chosen with care — whether it's risen from our dough or sourced from neighbors we trust.
Artisan Breads
Sourdough, ciabatta, focaccia, and seasonal loaves — all baked fresh before dawn using traditional methods.
Pastries & Viennoiserie
Butter croissants, pain au chocolat, danishes, and seasonal tarts — layered, flaky, and made from scratch daily.
Pantry & Provisions
Local honey, olive oils, dairy, eggs, and shelf-stable staples — curated so you can build a good meal at home.
Cakes & Celebrations
Birthday cakes, holiday specialties, and custom orders for your gatherings — made with real butter and good ingredients.
Coffee & Beverages
A proper cup of coffee to pair with your morning pastry — plus cold brew, fresh juices, and seasonal drinks.
Prepared Foods
Ready-to-eat salads, sandwiches, and seasonal dishes made with the same care we put into everything else we bake.
A bakery that feels like the start of something good
Starting Gate opened on Dixie Highway with a simple belief: that the best food comes from showing up early, using real ingredients, and treating your neighbors like regulars.
Our bakers start before sunrise so the smell of fresh bread meets you the moment you walk in. We work with local farms for our dairy, eggs, and produce — because food tastes better when you know where it came from.
Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee and croissant on your way to work or planning a full meal around our pantry selection, we want this to be the place you look forward to.
5 AM
Baking starts
Local
Farm-sourced ingredients
Daily
Fresh batches baked
Come say hello
We're right on Dixie Highway — easy to find, easy to park, and always warm inside.
Address
3100 Dixie Hwy
Louisville, KY 40216-5010
Hours
Phone
(502) 448-1233Have a question or special request?
Whether it's a custom cake order, a catering inquiry, or just a question about our hours — drop us a line and we'll get back to you.
3100 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40216-5010
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