Essence Bakery – French
Sunlight streams into this bright, artisanal haven where the intoxicating scent of buttery brioche and freshly brewed coffee creates an immediate sense of morning bliss. The kitchen elevates breakfast to an art form, serving up velvety French scrambled eggs and golden-crusted quiches alongside thick slices of signature brioche French toast that melt on the tongue. Whether you are tucking into a flaky, herb-scented chicken pot pie or savoring organic oat pancakes, every dish reflects a commitment to wholesome ingredients and refined, comforting flavors.
East Indian School Road +16022964958 https://www.essencebakery.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Essence Bakery
Dairy-Free at Essence Bakery
Essence Bakery in Phoenix has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Soup of the Day (Bowl), Essence Organic Granola and Bowl of Fresh Seasonal Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Essence Bakery
Essence Bakery in Phoenix has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Bowl of Fresh Seasonal Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Essence Bakery
Essence Bakery in Phoenix has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Essence French Scrambled Eggs, Classic Egg Sandwich and Signature Brioche French Toast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Essence Bakery
Essence Bakery in Phoenix has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Classic Egg Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Essence Bakery
Essence Bakery in Phoenix has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hummus with Crusty Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Essence Bakery
Essence Bakery in Phoenix has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Essence French Scrambled Eggs, Classic Egg Sandwich and Signature Brioche French Toast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Essence Bakery
Essence Bakery in Phoenix has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Essence Organic Oat Pancakes, Hummus with Crusty Bread and Café Glace. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Essence Bakery
Essence Bakery in Phoenix has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Café Glace. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Essence Bakery
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Essence Organic Granola | 186.9 g | 82.2 g |
| Mediterranean Platter | 37.3 g | 41 g |
| Essence French Scrambled Eggs | 23.4 g | 37.4 g |
| Classic Egg Sandwich | 6.4 g | 31.6 g |
| Essence Egg Salad with Bacon | 80.9 g | 29 g |
| The Big Breakfast | 24.6 g | 25.4 g |
| Chopped Chicken BLT | 64.8 g | 21.5 g |
| Greek Caesar | 72.8 g | 18.7 g |
| Spanakopita (2 pieces) | 12.2 g | 13.9 g |
| Spanakopita Platter | 23 g | 10.4 g |
| Essence Organic Oat Pancakes | 81.7 g | 7.9 g |
| Parisian Hot Chocolate | 38.6 g | 4.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its exceptionally fresh and tasty menu, guests rave about the high quality of every dish served. Reviewers highlight the inviting and warm atmosphere of the space, noting that the courteous service makes for a truly welcoming dining experience that keeps people coming back.
Menu
Breakfast Fare
- The Big Breakfast - $18: Organic Scrambled Eggs, Mashed Potato Cake, Breakfast Sausage, Sautéed Mushrooms, Homemade Buttered Toast with Jam Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Individual Quiche Lorraine - $15.5: Bacon, Organic Spinach, Green Onions, Gruyere Cheese, Fresh Fruit Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Egg Sandwich - $9: Organic Egg, Melted Dubliner Cheese, Toasted Brioche, Tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Huevos Frenchos - $13.5: French Style Scrambled Organic Eggs, Avocado, Fresh Tomato Salsa, Mashed Potato Cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Essence French Scrambled Eggs - $12.5: Slow Cooked Scrambled Organic Eggs, Chives, Dijon Mustard, Cream, Parmesan Cheese, Toast & Jam or Seasoned Tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Signature Brioche French Toast - $15.5: Served with Organic Maple Syrup and Salted Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Essence Organic Oat Pancakes - $14.75: Buttermilk, Hayden Mills Wheat Flour, Organic Maple Syrup, Salted Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Essence Organic Granola - $10.5: Organic Oats, Wheat Flakes, Walnuts, Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Honey, Organic Almond Milk, Organic Dates Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
Lunch Specialties
- Individual Chicken Pot Pie - $16.5: Local Whole Chicken, Vegetables, Signature Pie Crust, Organic Greens with Cabernet Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanakopita Platter - $15: Baked Spinach Pies, Green Salad, Kalamata Olives, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Cabernet Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Platter - $11.25: Grape Leaves with Rice, Pinenuts and Currants, Hummus, Greek Village Salad, Crusty Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Parisian Crusty Baguette - $15.5: Ham, Gruyere Cheese, Cornichons, Butter, French Baguette, Organic Greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon & Basil Chicken Salad Sandwich - $15.5: Local Whole Chicken Salad, Lemon, Basil, Brioche, Cucumber, Spinach, Organic Greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- Essence Egg Salad with Bacon - $15: Organic Egg Salad, Warm Pepper Bacon, Tomato, Toasted Brioche Bun, Organic Greens Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: brunch, lunch
- J&H Ranch Grass Fed Hamburger - $11.95: 1/3 lb. Hamburger, Tomato, Arugula, Balsamic Aioli, Toasted Roll Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Greek Caesar - $15: Organic Gem Lettuce, Kalamata Olives, Grape Tomatoes, Cucumber, House Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, Caesar Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Arugula and Pepper Bacon Salad - $16: Organic Dates, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Radishes, Heirloom Carrots, Cabernet Vinaigrette, Warm Gruyere Cheese Croissant Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Chicken BLT - $13.95: Organic Romaine, Cheddar, Avocado, Warm Pepper Bacon, Grape Tomatoes, Roasted Organic Seasonal Vegetables, Cucumber, Buttermilk Basil Dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Homemade Buttered Toast and Jam - $5.75: Bread of the day Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bowl of Fresh Seasonal Fruit - $9 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Fresh Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $8.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanakopita (2 pieces) - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus with Crusty Bread - $5.65 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Parisian Hot Chocolate - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - $5
- Fresh Squeezed Lemonade - $4.5
- Café Glace - $7 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Essence Bakery
- Is Essence Bakery dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Essence Bakery has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Soup of the Day (Bowl), Essence Organic Granola and Bowl of Fresh Seasonal Fruit.
- What can I eat at Essence Bakery on a dairy-free diet?
- Fresh Soup of the Day (Bowl), Essence Organic Granola and Bowl of Fresh Seasonal Fruit carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Essence Bakery have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Hummus with Crusty Bread.
- Is Essence Bakery gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Essence Bakery?
- Essence Organic Granola, at roughly 82.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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