Behind the Bookstore in Edgartown, MA
Behind the Bookstore in Edgartown, MA
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Behind the Bookstore

Bakery café in Edgartown, MA 02539: opening hours, location and what to order.

Bakery café Hours listed
Get directions (774) 549-9123 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Eastern Time

Checking hours…

Monday7 AM – 11 PM
Tuesday7 AM – 11 PM
Wednesday7 AM – 11 PM
Thursday7 AM – 11 PM
Friday7 AM – 11 PM
Saturday7 AM – 11 PM
Sunday7 AM – 11 PM

112 hours a week across 7 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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46 Main Street, Edgartown, MA 02539

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Address46 Main Street, Edgartown, MA 02539
Phone(774) 549-9123
StyleBakery café
Time zoneEastern Time
From city center0.8 mi southeast

About Behind the Bookstore

Behind the Bookstore serves Edgartown from 46 Main Street, 0.8 mi southeast of the Edgartown city center.

Our Edgartown directory counts 3 bakeries in total — about one per 1,776 people living in the city. If you want to compare, Tropical Bakery sits 0.8 mi from here.

Behind the Bookstore opens as early as 7 AM and stays open until 11 PM on its longest day, for about 112 hours across 7 days a week. It keeps weekend hours on both Saturday and Sunday.

The listing mentions outdoor seating.

Services and amenities

Outdoor seating

What to order

Typical items at a bakery café like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Morning pastries

  • Pain au chocolatRectangular croissant dough rolled around two batons of dark chocolate, flaky outside with a bittersweet center.
  • Cinnamon rollSoft, spiraled yeast roll filled with butter, brown sugar and cinnamon, finished with a thick cream cheese glaze.
  • Blueberry muffinTall, domed muffin bursting with blueberries under a crunchy sugar crust; moist and tender inside.
  • Cranberry orange sconeCrumbly, cream-based scone with tart dried cranberries and fresh orange zest, brushed with a light citrus glaze.

Breakfast

  • Avocado toastThick-cut toasted sourdough topped with smashed avocado, lemon, chili flakes and flaky salt; an egg can be added on top.
  • Quiche of the dayWedge of deep-dish quiche with a buttery crust, filled with eggs, cream and rotating vegetables or meats, served with greens.
  • Ham & Gruyère egg sandwichFried egg, shaved ham and melted Gruyère on toasted brioche with a swipe of Dijon mustard.
  • Greek yogurt parfaitLayers of thick Greek yogurt, fresh berries and house granola with honey; cool, crunchy and lightly sweet.

Sandwiches

  • Chicken salad croissantHouse chicken salad with celery, grapes and herbs piled into a flaky croissant with crisp leaf lettuce.
  • Caprese ciabattaFresh mozzarella, ripe tomato and basil with balsamic glaze and olive oil on a chewy ciabatta roll.
  • Ham & brie baguetteThin-sliced ham, creamy brie and butter on a crusty baguette in the style of a Parisian café jambon-beurre.
  • Roast beef & cheddarRare roast beef, sharp white cheddar, arugula and horseradish cream on toasted rye; peppery and rich.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 7 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Behind the Bookstore in Edgartown, MA
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Behind the Bookstore
Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Aisle — illustrative photo
Illustrative photo
Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Seating — illustrative photo
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Questions about Behind the Bookstore

What are Behind the Bookstore's hours?
Behind the Bookstore's listed hours are Mon–Sun: 7 AM – 11 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Behind the Bookstore open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 7 AM – 11 PM.
What time does Behind the Bookstore open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 7 AM on Monday.
Where is Behind the Bookstore located?
Behind the Bookstore is at 46 Main Street, Edgartown, MA 02539. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Behind the Bookstore?
The listed phone number is (774) 549-9123.
What should I order at Behind the Bookstore?
As a bakery café, typical picks include Pain au chocolat, Cinnamon roll, Avocado toast, and Quiche of the day. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Behind the Bookstore?
Nearby options include Tropical Bakery (0.8 mi), Cakes By Liz (1.0 mi), and Back Door Donuts (5.1 mi).

Bakeries near Behind the Bookstore

Tropical Bakery
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