Norman's Neighborhood Bakery & Grocer

Fresh bread that makes your kitchen feel like a five-star restaurant every day.

Handcrafted sourdough loaves, flaky pastries pulled from the oven each morning, and a thoughtfully stocked grocery counter — all at 863 12th Ave NE in the heart of Norman.

Daily Fresh Bakes
Local Ingredients
Craft Quality
A display of freshly baked artisan breads and pastries on a wooden counter at The Palace

From our oven to your table

Every item is made with intention — simple ingredients, time-honored techniques, and the kind of care that only comes from doing it right, every single day.

Golden sourdough bread loaf with a flour-dusted crust Bakery

Artisan Sourdough

Long-fermented loaves with a crackling crust and tangy, open crumb. Baked fresh every morning — when they're gone, they're gone.

Assorted buttery pastries and croissants on a marble surface Bakery

Handcrafted Pastries

Flaky croissants, fruit tarts, and seasonal specials made from scratch. Every bite is layered with real butter and attention to detail.

Curated grocery shelves stocked with specialty foods and pantry staples Grocery

Curated Groceries

A thoughtfully selected pantry — olive oils, artisan cheeses, local honey, spices, and staples you won't find at the big-box store.

Freshly baked dinner rolls and specialty breads cooling on a rack Bakery

Specialty Breads

From dense ryes and seeded loaves to sweet brioche and focaccia. We bake what Norman actually wants to eat — not what's easiest to ship.

The warm interior of The Palace bakery with customers browsing the counter
Close-up of a baker's hands dusting flour on a wooden work surface

A neighborhood place built on something real

The Palace started with a simple belief: that the food your family eats every day deserves the same care as a special-occasion meal. We opened our doors on 12th Avenue NE because Norman deserved a bakery that treats every loaf, every pastry, and every shelf item like it reflects directly on the name above the door.

That means sourdough that actually ferments long enough to develop flavor. It means pastries made with real butter, not shortcuts. It means a grocery section stocked with things we'd put in our own homes. It's not a marketing line — it's just how we operate.

Made in-house daily Nothing pre-made, nothing frozen — baked and stocked each morning.
Local & seasonal We source from Oklahoma producers and let the seasons shape our menu.
Real ingredients Simple, recognizable components. No artificial shortcuts or hidden fillers.
The Palace has become our Saturday morning ritual. The sourdough is outstanding, the staff actually remembers our names, and we've discovered half our new favorite pantry staples right here. It's the kind of place that makes Norman feel like a real food city.
A Norman Regular 12th Avenue neighbor

Come say hello

We're located on 12th Avenue NE, just off the main drag — easy to find, easy to park, and always warm inside.

Address 863 12th Ave NE
Norman, OK 73071-5326
Hours
Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ready to taste the difference?

Stop by The Palace today — or give us a call to place an order for pickup. Your kitchen (and your guests) will thank you.

Is this your business?This is my business