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KARMA BAKERY AND DELI

★ 4.0151 recorded reviews$10–20

223 S 5th St, Leavenworth, KS 66048, USA

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KARMA BAKERY AND DELI
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Essential details

Address
223 S 5th St, Leavenworth, KS 66048, USA
Phone
(913) 250-5213
Website
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Rating signal
4.0 from 151 recorded reviews
HOURS

Listed operating hours

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • SundayClosed
About and visit notes

For anyone in Kansas looking for a culinary gem that masterfully combines incredible baked goods with a fresh, satisfying deli menu, look no further than KARMA BAKERY AND DELI in Leavenworth. Nestled in the heart of downtown, this establishment has quickly become a cherished local destination, celebrated for its warm, community-focused spirit and an array of delicious options that cater to every taste, from sweet to savory.

At its core, KARMA BAKERY AND DELI is a specialist in the art of celebration. With over twenty years of cake decorating experience, the team—led by owner Renee—is renowned for creating visually stunning, custom cakes for every major life event: weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and more. Their commitment to quality means all cakes and an astounding 16 daily flavors of cupcakes are baked fresh just for the customer. Patrons frequently rave about the light and fluffy buttercream frosting, which provides a delightful level of indulgence to their confections.

But the experience doesn't stop at the pastry case. KARMA seamlessly blends its bakery expertise with a full-service deli. It serves as an ideal spot for breakfast, lunch, or a casual afternoon treat, offering generous portions at affordable prices. The deli side of the menu features a thoughtful selection of satisfying meal options, including salads, hot sandwiches, and their signature Focaccia Bread Sandwiches. This dual focus ensures that whether you're craving a decadent Black Forest cupcake or a fresh, flavorful Greek Turkey Wrap, KARMA BAKERY AND DELI has you covered. It's more than just a quick stop—it’s a place where friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere make you feel right at home in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Location and Accessibility

KARMA BAKERY AND DELI is conveniently located in the historic city of Leavenworth, Kansas, serving as a delightful stop for both local residents and travelers exploring the region. Notably, the location is situated along the Glacial Hills Scenic Byway, making it a great destination for those enjoying the beautiful, rolling landscape of northeastern Kansas.

The address is:

223 S 5th St, Leavenworth, KS 66048, USA

The establishment is designed with customer comfort and convenience in mind, offering excellent accessibility:

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance, ensuring all patrons can easily enter the facility.
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom, providing comfortable amenities.
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot (as available) and ample Free Street Parking nearby, facilitating a stress-free visit.
  • Amenities also include a Gender-Neutral Restroom.

Whether you are planning a quick visit or a leisurely dine-in experience, the central location and accessibility features make KARMA BAKERY AND DELI an easy choice.

Services Offered

KARMA BAKERY AND DELI operates as a highly versatile food service provider, excelling in both bespoke sweet treats and fresh, savory deli meals.

  • Custom Cake Orders: Utilizing over 20 years of experience, the bakery offers custom-designed cakes for all special occasions, including weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries.
  • Daily Fresh Cupcakes: A large selection of 16 flavors of cupcakes baked daily, including unique options that have gained local fame (e.g., Black Forest, Jack n Coke Butter Pecan).
  • Deli & Lunch Service: Providing a robust menu of fresh items, including soups, salads, and sandwiches for lunch and light meal options.
  • Signature Focaccia Sandwiches: Specializing in sandwiches served on their own focaccia bread, with options like The Karma, The Rockstar, The Italian, and BLT.
  • Sandwiches & Wraps: Offering diverse options like Chicken Salad (highly recommended by customers), Greek Turkey Wrap, Gi Joe Wrap, and a Ham and Swiss Croissant.
  • Hot Sandwiches: Including favorites such as the Deluxe Grilled Cheese and Grilled Turkey and Swiss.
  • Beverage Bar: Serving specialty Lattes and Steamer drinks, along with Fountain drinks and refreshing Fruit Infused Lemonade.
  • Dining Options: Customers can choose from Dine-in, Takeout, In-store shopping, In-store pickup, and catering for large party trays and bulk pastry orders.
  • Gluten-Free Options: The bakery provides gluten-free cakes and other items suitable for those with severe wheat allergies.

Features / Highlights

KARMA BAKERY AND DELI's reputation in Leavenworth, Kansas, is built on several distinctive features that combine to create a memorable customer experience.

  • Dual Expertise: The unique combination of a highly skilled bakery specializing in custom cakes and a fresh, full-service deli, allowing customers to get their main meal and dessert in one location.
  • Cupcake Variety: The extensive daily selection of 16 different cupcake flavors ensures that there is always something new and exciting for every sweet tooth.
  • Signature Focaccia: A major highlight is the use of their own bread, particularly the signature focaccia, which serves as the foundation for their popular sandwich line-up.
  • Exceptional Salads: Customers frequently praise the deli’s specialty salads, such as the Apple Salad, which is noted for its fresh ingredients, roasted chicken breast, toasted pecans, and delightful apple vinaigrette.
  • Owner-Operated Care: The establishment is celebrated for its incredibly friendly and attentive staff, with a special shoutout often given to the owner, Renee, who maintains a welcoming, personal touch.
  • Family-Friendly Amenities: The bakery is known to feature a kid-friendly play area, which is a major convenience for parents seeking a place to relax while their children are entertained.
  • High-Quality Desserts: Beyond cupcakes, they offer a wide variety of cookies, other confections, and even ice cream, all prepared with meticulous attention to artistic flair and detail.
  • Convenient Payment Options: Accepting all modern forms of payment, including Credit cards, Debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, making transactions quick and easy.

What is Worth Choosing

For a first-time visitor or a returning local at KARMA BAKERY AND DELI, certain menu items consistently stand out as must-try options that truly showcase the establishment’s excellence.

For the savory side, the Chicken Salad Sandwich is a hands-down favorite. It’s frequently cited in customer reviews for being delicious and is often served on white bread with a recommended side of their fresh Cucumber Salad. Alternatively, if you're looking for something warm, the specialty focaccia sandwich, The Karma, is the best way to sample their signature bread and feel connected to the heart of the deli’s menu. For a lighter, healthier option, the Apple Salad is a highly recommended and fresh choice, known for its unique and flavorful apple vinaigrette.

On the sweet side, the sheer variety of Cupcakes is the main attraction. With 16 flavors baked fresh daily, the best advice is to choose based on your preference, but don't hesitate to ask the friendly staff for a recommendation on a unique flavor, such as the rich and indulgent Black Forest. For a decadent beverage pairing, an Iced Latte is a perfect complement to any baked good.

Finally, if you have a major event coming up, utilizing their custom cake service is well worth it. With over two decades of decorating expertise, you can trust KARMA BAKERY AND DELI to create a visually stunning and perfectly fresh cake for any occasion, cementing its reputation as a true local gem in Leavenworth, Kansas.

VISIT FEATURES

Services and accessibility

These attributes come from the directory record and should be confirmed when essential.

Service options

  • In-store pickup
  • In-store shopping
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Coffee

Dining options

  • Breakfast

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom

Planning

  • Quick visit

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Parking

  • Free street parking
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VISITOR FEEDBACK

Reviews and recurring themes

Read individual comments as personal experiences, not verified guarantees.

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★ 5.0

Friendly staff, clean facility, and so many delicious options. I didn’t indulge but they had an awesome bakery line up of sweet treats and ice cream. I had an Iced Latte, Chicken Salad Sandwich on White with Cucumber Salad side. All were delicious. The staff was helpful with making recommendations and laying out options. 10/10.

Aug 5 · Haley Fisher
★ 5.0

Outstanding Experience at Karma in Leavenworth!I had an amazing experience this morning at Karma Real Good! The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making me feel right at home. A special shoutout to the owner, Renee, who greeted me when I entered her establishment. What an incredible bakery and deli. From sweet to savory, Karma has it all!I enjoyed the healthy and delicious Apple Salad, which featured fresh apple slices, roasted chicken breast, blue cheese crumbles, onion, tomato, toasted pecans, and an absolutely delightful apple vinaigrette. Everything was fresh and bursting with flavor.I highly recommend this spot to anyone living or visiting Leavenworth, Kansas!📍223 S 5th St, Leavenworth, KS 66048

Aug 3 · Christopher McDonald
★ 5.0

I'm absolutely OBSESSED with Karma Bakery and Deli! I've been a regular at this charming shop for a while now, and every time I walk in, I'm greeted with a warm smile and a delicious aroma that makes my mouth water. The baked goods are truly divine - their pastries, cakes, and cookies are all made with love and care, and you can taste the difference. But it's not just about the treats (although, let's be real, they're a big part of it!). The owner, Renee, is an absolute sweetheart who goes above and beyond to make sure every customer feels welcome and satisfied. From their expertly crafted sandwiches to their variety of cinnamon rolls, every item on the menu is a winner. But what really sets Karma Bakery and Deli apart is their commitment to using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients and their dedication to making a positive impact on the community. They truly embody the concept of 'karma' in every way! I've recommended this place to everyone I know, and I'm so grateful to have found such a gem in my neighborhood. Can't wait to go back!

Jan 11 · Michael Good
★ 5.0

5/9/25Came around 3 pm to purchase a Mother's Day grab and go cake. Quick purchase, priced well with good customer service. This is my favorite local bakery.11/27/24Continues to have great customer service. Came today around 11:45am purchas cupcakes. I love the black forest cupcake. They only had one left. I also purchased the Jack n Coke and Butter Pecan.10/31/2024Came a little after 4:30pm. Greeted upon entry and received great customer service. The cupcakes are delicious!6/1/24My mom and I came at 12:30 pm. Purchased cookies and cupcakes. Great pricing with a big selection. The owners daughter and the young man were so polite. Great customer service. This business continues to be my favorite bakery in town. P.S. they have pride cookies available for pride month all June.2/16/2024Came at 10 am. Greeted me as I entered. I picked a grab and go cake. I needed writing on it. They got it done in the best way possible. I added a little D.I.Y to the cake.Came today 1/12/23 for the same occasion as last year. I arrived at 5:15 pm they were closed. Online says 6 pm for closed. Next time, I will go earlier than 5 pm. Will be back again for another cake on another occasion. The cakes are, in my opinion, the best in town.First time customer thanks to their social media and great reviews. Arrived right during the opening time on 1/12/2022. Came inside. The two workers didn't greet me. I spoke to them, saying hello. They still just literally stared at me. Again, i'm a first-time customer. Thanks to the fridge in front. I was able to help myself. I grabbed a grab and go cake and went to the register. Once I began to pay. The young lady then decided to talk to me. Beautiful cake and tasted amazing. But at least acknowledge when a customer arrives and speaks to you. I will return the delicious cake speak for itself.

May 10 · Shi C
★ 3.0

Expensive! (Sandwhichs are $7 - $12 NOT INCLUDING SALAD OR DRINKS)Wouldn't recommend the deli to a family; the children's menu - the grilled cheese in particular - is made to look fancy on the outside because it's panini-pressed, but there's BARELY any cheese. Disappointed in the price vs. quality.I ordered a customized sandwich (due to recent extreme health issues) and was excited when they changed the bread and condiments for me. However, the bread used (sourdough was poor quality and was crumbling and cracking from holding it (I understand that since I asked for the veggie wrap to have bread instead it would be soggy and/or fall apart - I don't mind that - that's not what I'm referring to). And, I asked for NO oils and it seems there's still some sort of balsamic oil mixed with the lettuce, unfortunately. I can't eat the sandwich now due to health reasons. Very disappointing.But this is great place for treating yourself to a warm experience if you're wanting some time alone.A little bit of EVERYTHING here! Cakes, sandwiches, cupcakes, salad bar, cookies, ice cream cones, coffee mugs, wine glasses, necklaces, charms, and t-shirts.

Sep 26 · D.R. Iris
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