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Sparta Annex Bakery & Kitchen

French pastries by morning, Southern fried chicken by night, all on Sparta Ave

Sparta Annex Bakery & Kitchen — Sparta, NJ

At a glance

  • Housemade French pastries and daily breads, from croissants to fruit tarts
  • Southern-style fried chicken, Mohawk Bowls, and comfort-food classics like biscuits and cheesecake
  • Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, plus free parking right on Sparta Ave

What to Expect at Sparta Annex

Walk in at 8 a.m. and you’ll smell butter and yeast. Walk in at 6 p.m. and it’s fried chicken and hot sauce. That’s the split personality of Sparta Annex Bakery & Kitchen, a French-inspired bakery concept (the bakery side traces its recipes back to 1997) paired with a Southern comfort-food kitchen, all under one roof on Sparta Ave. It’s an unusual combination for Sparta NJ restaurants, and locals who’ve found it tend to become regulars fast, judging by the steady run of five-star reviews calling out the owner’s warmth as much as the food.

Bakery and Breakfast

The morning menu leans French: croissants (plain and chocolate), fruit tarts, monkey bread, stick buns, and daily breads including a pain au levain sourdough. Breakfast and brunch items round things out, with vegan and vegetarian options available alongside the standard menu.

Housemade peameal (Canadian) bacon with two fluffy eggs on a toasted roll, peameal bacon is a lean, wet-cured pork loin rolled in cornmeal (originally crushed yellow peas, hence the name) for a golden crust. A Sparta Annex must-try.

Lunch and Dinner

Once the kitchen shifts gears, the menu moves into Southern and soul food territory: fried chicken tenders and bone-in pieces, chicken sandwiches (including a Nashville hot version), Mohawk Bowls, po’boys, homemade soups, and family-style chicken buckets. Gluten-free brownies and other allergy-conscious options are on offer too.

The OG Chicken Sandwich at Sparta Annex Bakery & Kitchen

Location and Hours

Sparta Annex sits at 224 Sparta Ave, an easy stop for anyone exploring downtown Sparta or coming from Lake Mohawk. The restaurant offers free parking on site. Hours run late most weekdays, which makes it a flexible option for both a quick breakfast and a sit-down dinner.

Catering and Ordering

Beyond the counter, Sparta Annex caters events and takes online orders for pickup or delivery, a solid pick for anyone in Sussex County planning a gathering and looking for Sussex County event catering.

FAQ

Is Sparta Annex Bakery & Kitchen a bakery or a restaurant?

It's both. Sparta Annex is a French-inspired bakery in Sparta NJ that also runs a Southern comfort-food kitchen, serving breakfast pastries in the morning and fried chicken, sandwiches, and Mohawk Bowls the rest of the day.

What time does Sparta Annex open on Sundays?

Sparta Annex opens at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and closes at 4:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday hours run longer, opening at 9:00 a.m.

Does Sparta Annex have gluten-free or vegan options?

Yes. The menu includes gluten-free brownies and biscuits along with vegan and vegetarian dishes, in addition to the standard bakery and comfort-food menu.

Is there parking at Sparta Annex in Sparta NJ?

Yes, free parking is available at the 224 Sparta Ave location.

Does Sparta Annex offer catering?

Yes, Sparta Annex offers catering for events in addition to its regular breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu. Contact the restaurant directly to discuss options and pricing.

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