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Bakeries near Kean University

7bakeries within 1 mile
3within a ten-minute walk
57%independent, not chains

Open map listings put 7 bakeries within a mile of Kean University, 3 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 56 within 3 miles. The busiest streets are Morris Ave (4) and Orchard St (2).

The closest bakeries to Kean

Chosen local-first, then listed by distance from campus: a starting point, not a ranking. Listings from Overture Maps open data (September 2026); they carry no prices or opening hours, so check before you go.

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What to order

  • Plain croissant — The test.
  • Pain au chocolat — Or almond croissant.
  • A loaf of bread — To take home.
  • A seasonal fruit pastry — Whatever is fresh.

How to spot a good one

  • Croissants with layers — Shatter outside, honeycomb inside, tasting of butter. Bready, uniform croissants are made with margarine or frozen dough.
  • Real sourdough — Long-fermented, crackling crust, open crumb, a gentle tang.
  • Baked on site — You should be able to smell it.

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Questions about bakeries near Kean

How many bakeries are near Kean?
Open map listings put 7 bakeries within a mile of Kean University, 3 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 56 within 3 miles. About 57% are independent rather than chains.
Which bakeries are closest to Kean?
Au Bon Pain (0.1 mi), Auntie Anne's (0.1 mi), Panera Bread (0.3 mi), D'Yelis Cakes & Events (0.7 mi) and La Ricura Bakery (0.8 mi).
Where are most bakeries near Kean?
The busiest streets are Morris Ave (4) and Orchard St (2).

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