Plehn's Bakery
Top Rated4.0
Louisville, KY
$-$$🏆 Voted Best of Louisville🏆 Louisville icon since 1924
About
Plehn's Bakery has been a Louisville favorite since 1924 (established 1922), making it over a century old. Located in St. Matthews, this family-owned bakery is legendary for its 'Yum Yum' — a large cinnamon twist pastry that draws devoted fans from across the region. Beyond donuts, Plehn's offers a full bakery menu including danish, muffins, kuchens, coffee cakes, and custom wedding cakes. The bakery's old-school charm and consistent quality have earned it generations of loyal customers.
Specialties
Yum Yum (cinnamon twist)Apple FrittersDanish (Kolatchie, Pecan)Glazed DonutsLong JohnsKuchensWedding Cakes
Features
Family-owned since 1924Full-service bakeryCustom cake ordersWedding cakesPhone orders acceptedDeli sandwiches available
The famous 'Yum Yum' cinnamon twist is a must-try. Over 100 years in business.
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3940 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40207
Tue-Fri: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat: 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun-Mon: Closed
Details
Price Range$-$$
Established1924
DeliveryNo delivery; in-store and phone orders for pickup
ParkingFree lot parking on Shelbyville Road
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