A generous hand
never runs
empty
At The Overflow, every loaf is shaped by patience, every shelf stocked with intention. We believe the best things — bread, community, a moment of calm — are meant to be shared freely.
"Bread is the first of all necessary foods."
— Plato
Where every loaf tells
a story of care
The Overflow began with a simple conviction: that a community deserves a place where food is made with honest ingredients, genuine craft, and an open door. Nestled on Ullin Avenue, we've grown from a single oven into a gathering place — part bakery, part pantry, part living room for neighbors.
Every morning, our bakers arrive before dawn. Flour dusts the counters. The sourdough ferments slowly, the croissants fold through countless layers, and the aroma drifts out to welcome anyone passing by. We don't rush what time improves.
Our grocery shelves carry the same philosophy — locally sourced when possible, carefully selected always. Because feeding a community isn't just about what's on the plate; it's about knowing where it came from and who made it.
100%
Artisan baked
daily
Local
Ingredients
when available
Open
Seven days a
week
From our oven
to your table
Every item on our shelves carries the same promise — made with care, sourced with conscience, and offered with warmth.
Artisan Breads
Sourdough, ciabatta, focaccia, and seasonal specialties — each loaf proofed slowly and baked to a deep, crackling crust.
Pastries & Sweets
Butter croissants, Danish, tarts, and cakes — layered, glazed, and baked fresh each morning for the morning crowd.
Curated Groceries
Pantry essentials, local honey, artisan preserves, and thoughtfully selected provisions — everything you need, nothing you don't.
Custom Orders
Birthdays, weddings, holidays — we craft celebration cakes and specialty bakes to order, designed around your occasion.
Coffee & Beverages
Good coffee paired with good company. Enjoy a cup at our counter or take it home to start your day right.
Seasonal Specials
From pumpkin spice to peppermint bark — our menu shifts with the seasons, celebrating what's fresh and what's near.
The best thing about bread is that it brings people together — there's something almost magical about breaking a loaf with someone you care about.
The Overflow Philosophy
Stop by.
We'll save you a seat.
Address
800 Ullin AveUllin, IL 62992-1005
Phone
(618) 845-3101Hours
Fresh bread is waiting.
Come find it.
Whether it's a loaf for Sunday dinner or a custom cake for a celebration, we're here — ready to help you make the moment special.
