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Updated Jun 14, 2024

An Amish Country Bakery In South Carolina, Hershberger’s Makes Cinnamon Rolls That Are As Big As Your Head

Hershberger's Bakery in Fair Play, South Carolina, offers irresistible Amish baked goods, including their famous fried cinnamon rolls.

Updated Jun 14, 2024

Written by

Robin Jarvis

Over in southwestern Oconee County, near where Interstate 85 crosses Lake Hartwell into Georgia, the residents of Fair Play (population: 687) have grown accustomed to eliminating a few calories from their evening meal - and with good reason. The sweet breakfast delights found all day (Wednesday through Saturday) at this neighborhood Amish bakery, Hershberger's Bakery, in South Carolina are irresistible temptations most can't live without.

This is no exaggeration; the homemade goodies found at Hershberger's Bakery are over the top and choosing just one of them to go... is pretty much impossible.

The selection changes daily but there's a group of faves that rotate into the mix just often enough to satisfy an immediate craving and then leave you in anticipation of the next time you'll get a taste of the same. The sweet, flavored cake donuts, for instance, come in blueberry, strawberry, pumpkin, and more delicious flavors.

Heavenly-flavored donuts aside, it's the FRIED CINNAMON ROLLS that make people wanna get out of bed early just to get at them. Firstly, they're as big (or bigger) than your head. And secondly... they're fried to golden perfection before getting slathered in a sugary glaze.

And even though common sense says you'll never be able to eat them all, buying one of them is just never an option you'd consider, especially since they're not served every day.

Hershberger Bakery's reviews say they are simply the best ever.

If you want to know exactly when the enormous FRIED CINNAMON ROLLS are available, you can do one of two things: follow the Facebook page, or attempt to call the bakery and ask when they'll be making them next: (864)972-9793.

Of course, Hershbergers IS a bakery... so you can expect to find other yummy baked goods including sweet breads (we'll take the banana nut, please), Amish loaves, and more.

And since the bakery is open during lunch hours, you can also have a light lunch served on breads made in the bakery. The club is stacked sky-high and loaded with the usual. Prefer some red meat? Get the burger served on a sourdough roll made fresh in the bakery.

Finding delicious items to sample at this Amish country bakery in South Carolina comes easy; waiting until Wednesday each week to get at their delicious baked goods is not so easy. But that just means you have to stock up on Saturday to hold you over 'til the next Wednesday. You can pace yourself... right?

Hershberger's Bakery is so close to the state line, you'll make plenty of new friends from Georgia with whom you have at least a love for Hershberger's Amish baked goods in common.

Plan ahead when heading to this Amish bakery. Hershberger's Bakery is only open Wednesday through Saturday. The hours are Wednesday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more on the official Facebook page of Hershberger's Bakery.

Address: 1011 SC-59, Fair Play, SC, 29643

For more reasons to visit this little corner of the state, take a peek at a nearby campground on Lake Hartwell. You can rent the entire campground for less than you might think! Check out RVShare.com for RV rental options if you don't have your own and would like to try RV camping.

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Updated Jun 9, 2024

It’s Worth It To Drive Across South Carolina Just For The French Toast At Croissants Bistro And Bakery

Croissants Bistro and Bakery in Myrtle Beach offers a unique and delicious breakfast experience with their Bananas Foster French Toast.

Updated Jun 9, 2024

Written by

AnneMarie

Discovering a restaurant with interesting and different menu options is akin to finding gold, especially for foodies. Okay, maybe not gold, but some of you get the gist. It may be even more consequential when it comes to breakfast options. Breakfast seems to get boring pretty quickly. The Bananas Foster French Toast at Croissants Bistro and Bakery is the perfect solution. And it's worth the drive, no matter where in the state from which you may be coming.

This eatery opened in 1995 at the corner of 82nd Avenue and Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach.

alt — Croissants Bistro and Bakery/Facebook

Outdoor seating allows you to enjoy the warmth of the coastal climate and crisp ocean air along with your meal.

People go “bananas” over the decadent, infamous Bananas Foster French Toast. It has been described as “a party in my mouth.”

alt — Croissants Bistro and Bakery/Facebook

Perhaps one thing that makes it so popular is the fresh bananas used to prepare it. The restaurant partners with local farmers and fishermen to source the freshest fruits, vegetables, seafood, and meats for everything they serve.

Ask to top your Bananas Foster French Toast with homemade whipped cream!

alt — Croissants Bistro and Bakery/Facebook

Have some coffee, freshly roasted in-house.

Visit Croissants Bistro & Bakery, and review it, like so many happy customers before you.

You can eat here for lunch, as well. There are many wonderful selections to choose from, including sandwiches, soups, and salads.

You’ll want to have dessert, too!

alt — Croissants Bistro and Bakery/Google Reviews

Choose from bread, muffins, cookies, cakes, and pies, baked fresh daily, of course.

The owner, Heidi Vukov, has been honored as SC Restaurateur of the Year and SC Chef Ambassador.

She grew up in Germany, where her love for cooking was nurtured in her grandmother’s kitchen and by European bakeries.

The bakery is a local favorite for special occasions, from birthdays to weddings to baby showers, and more.

alt — Croissants Bistro and Bakery/Facebook

A display case full of the bakery’s most recent creations is visible when you walk through the doors into the restaurant.

alt — Croissants Bistro and Bakery/Google Reviews

It’s the type of place you could have a very difficult time deciding on what to have … hmm?!

The atmosphere is casual and friendly, with great service. The prices are reasonable as well.

The restaurant’s connection to the community is further evident on the official Facebook page of Croissants Bistro and Bakery, where you can get more information such as hours of operation. This smoothie, for example, was shared in support of Myrtle Beach marathon runners earlier this year.

alt — Croissants Bistro and Bakery/Facebook

Its ingredients would be especially appealing and helpful for athletes!

Make the drive and experience this delightful place for yourself. Have you been here before? What did you think? We'd love to hear from you in the comments! Be sure to also check out One Of South Carolina’s Most Unique Underground Tunnels!, and maybe even follow one of the best hiking trails in South Carolina.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/south-carolina/underground-tunnel-myrtle-beach-sc/

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