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Union Special

Bakery in Raleigh, NC 27604: opening hours, location and what to order.

Bakery Hours listed
Get directions (984) 200-3094 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Eastern Time

Checking hours…

MondayClosed
Tuesday7:30 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM – 3 PM
Thursday7:30 AM – 3 PM
Friday7:30 AM – 3 PM
Saturday8 AM – 3 PM
Sunday8 AM – 3 PM

44 hours a week across 6 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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2409 Crabtree Blvd #102, Raleigh, NC 27604

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Address2409 Crabtree Blvd #102, Raleigh, NC 27604
Phone(984) 200-3094
StyleBakery
CountyWake County
Time zoneEastern Time
From city center1.5 mi east

About Union Special

Union Special serves Raleigh from 2409 Crabtree Blvd #102, roughly 1.5 mi from downtown Raleigh, heading east.

Our Raleigh directory counts 134 bakeries in total, roughly one for every 3,730 residents. If you want to compare, JP's Pastry - Raleigh sits 0.9 mi from here.

Union Special opens as early as 7:30 AM and stays open until 3 PM on its longest day, for about 44 hours across 6 days a week. Both weekend days are on the schedule.

What to order

Typical items at a bakery like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Breakfast Pastries & Muffins

  • Apple TurnoverPuff pastry folded over cinnamon-spiced apple filling into a triangle, baked until shatteringly crisp and finished with a light vanilla drizzle.
  • Cheese DanishLaminated dough cradling a lightly sweet cream cheese center with a hint of lemon; golden edges give way to a rich, custardy middle.
  • Morning Glory MuffinA hearty muffin packed with shredded carrot, apple, raisins, coconut, and walnuts, warmly spiced and substantial enough to stand in for breakfast.
  • Sticky BunBaked upside down in a caramel of brown sugar and butter, these yeast rolls emerge glossy and gooey, crowned with toasted pecans.

Breads & Rolls

  • Parker House RollsFolded dinner rolls with a feathery crumb and golden tops brushed with melted butter and flaky salt, a fixture on holiday tables.
  • Multigrain LoafA hearty loaf combining whole wheat, oats, flax, and sunflower seeds, with a wholesome chew and a crust rolled in more seeds.
  • Sourdough BouleNaturally leavened round loaf with a blistered, deeply browned crust, an open chewy interior, and the gentle tang of a long fermentation.
  • Honey Wheat Sandwich LoafA soft-crumbed pan loaf made with whole wheat flour and a touch of honey, sliceable for toast, lunchbox sandwiches, and grilled cheese.

Cookies & Bars

  • Black and White CookieA large, cakey drop cookie iced half in vanilla fondant and half in chocolate, a New York deli-counter staple with a lemony crumb.
  • Chocolate Chip CookieBrown-butter dough loaded with semisweet chocolate chunks, baked to crisp golden edges and a chewy center with a sprinkle of sea salt.
  • Oatmeal Raisin CookieA rustic cookie made with rolled oats, plump raisins, and warm cinnamon, with crinkly edges and a molasses-tinged sweetness.
  • SnickerdoodleRolled in cinnamon sugar before baking, this crackle-topped butter cookie has a pleasant tang from cream of tartar and a puffy interior.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 8 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Bread - Ekmek — illustrative photo
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Display case in a Chinese bakery — illustrative photo
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Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 4 — illustrative photo
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Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 2 — illustrative photo
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Questions about Union Special

What are Union Special's hours?
Union Special's listed hours are Mon: Closed; Tue–Fri: 7:30 AM – 3 PM; Sat–Sun: 8 AM – 3 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Union Special open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 8 AM – 3 PM.
What time does Union Special open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 7:30 AM on Tuesday.
Where is Union Special located?
Union Special is at 2409 Crabtree Blvd #102, Raleigh, NC 27604. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Union Special?
The listed phone number is (984) 200-3094.
What should I order at Union Special?
As a bakery, typical picks include Apple Turnover, Cheese Danish, Parker House Rolls, and Multigrain Loaf. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Union Special?
Nearby options include JP's Pastry - Raleigh (0.9 mi), Mariah's Cookies (0.9 mi), and The Salted Tomato (0.9 mi).

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