East St. Louis · Est. 2026
Handcrafted breads, seasonal pastries, and curated groceries — made with patience, served with warmth, right here on Collinsville Avenue.
Blackmon's Lounge was born from a simple conviction: that the best things in life are made slowly, by hand, and shared generously. Nestled on Collinsville Avenue, we've become a quiet landmark in East St. Louis — a place where the smell of fresh bread is an invitation, and every customer is treated like a neighbor.
Our bakers arrive before dawn. We source local grains when we can, ferment our doughs overnight, and bake in small batches so nothing leaves our oven without our full attention. The result is bread with character — crusty on the outside, tender within, and unmistakably alive.
Everything we make begins with flour, water, salt, and time. Our rotating selection reflects the seasons, the market, and what our bakers are passionate about that week.
Our 48-hour fermented sourdough features a shatteringly crisp crust and a crumb so open and tender it practically melts. Baked fresh every morning.
Buttery croissants, fruit-filled danishes, and seasonal tarts — each one folded, filled, and baked before the sun is high. Rotating daily.
From dense rye loaves to soft brioche, olive focaccia to seeded baguettes. We bake for the whole table — and for every dietary preference.
Locally sourced honey, small-batch preserves, artisan cheeses, and pantry essentials — all hand-picked to complement what we bake.
Birthdays, anniversaries, quiet Sunday gatherings — we bake custom cakes designed around your taste, your story, and the occasion.
Single-origin coffee, house-made sodas, and seasonal drinks — paired thoughtfully with whatever just came out of the oven.
We're open most mornings and always happy to take custom orders. Stop by for a loaf, stay for the conversation.
Whether you have a question about our ingredients, want to place a custom order, or just want to say hi — drop us a line and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
