What a treasure to have in Clifton! Truly everything they make is delicious and the coffee is great and everyone is nice. a visit to 272 can really uplift your whole day. I went when I was a couple weeks postpartum from having twins. I remember mentioning that we had newborn twins at home as I was bleary-eyed choosing my pastries and the very sweet cashier gave me our box of goodies for free

It smells delicious and to have sweet and savory options is amazing!!! Had a pastry party with coworkers! Oh yeah get the CCC cookie!!

My roommate picked up some pastries from Two Seven Two last Sunday and let me tell you, these are some of the best pastries I've had in a long time! The kimchi grilled cheese pastry was the perfect savory bite, while the raspberry and chocolate pastries were perfect for dessert. I will definitely be going back to check out the bakery in person and try more of the delicious pastries!

This tiny Clifton Gaslight bakery has impressed me each visit. The offerings include classics like snickerdoodle cookies (delicious - try one!) to creative croissants and focaccia using seasonal ingredients. Just had a croissant with delicata squash that blew my mind! And when I say unique, I mean it: a five-spice "squiggle" with lime curd was the pastry I didn't know I needed; so fun and zesty! Fresh house-made bread is also available, but I have yet to try it! There's a coffee bar featuring the standards like cortado and cold brew, plus matcha and house made syrups for seasonal drinks. The seating is cozy (three indoor tables) with a large window facing the busy sidewalk and Ludlow Avenue. Peep through the wall of windows facing the kitchen where you can watch the bakery magic happening! A walk-up window is available to passersby, and a secluded back patio is the perfect spot to enjoy your treats on a warm day. On each visit my husband, toddler, and I have shared a few pastries and have been pleasantly delighted! My only suggestion: have prices listed so people can keep track of how much they are spending - it's easy to want one of everything, and although not cheap, everything is worth the price! PS - this shop is owned/operated by the folks behind (the also fantastic) Brown Bear Bakery!

Absolutely loved Two Seven Two! Really unique pastry and coffee options. Super friendly as well!

I've tried this place out a few times now. The first time during their opening month. Tip: get there a few minutes before they open to get first dibs on the options. The place is very compact with two tables and a line of 3-4 people fitting in the door, with a longer line waiting outside. Tbh I feel like they should scratch the tables and let more customers in line fit, it wouldn't be the first time a pastry place had to do so. More recently, they take your drink order and ask you to pick up beverages outside from the window. When they first started they would post to Instagram what was on the menu for the day/weekend. Last I went, it was more of a mystery until you walked in and got to see the case. With the crazy line formed behind me, my anxious self is not a fan of this change. But as someone more than open to experimenting, I end up always finding something to try. Their flavors are complex, combining teas, spices, cheeses, and creams, the list goes on. Their vegan efforts are of another world and indistinguishable from their all-ingredient companions. There are always more basic options than a vegan rhubarb cultured cream cheese and pistachio, such as a pain au chocolate, a blueberry muffin, or a chocolate chip cookie. Tried their green and pink drink-a matcha something, everyone raved about but not my cup of tea. It's pricey with most pastries close to $6, a treat nonetheless. I enjoy the ever-changing menu to keep things fresh and customers returning but I'm a real sucker for something a little simpler executed extremely well. I'm sure I'll return, yet again, but be pickier because of the price. Regardless, extreme kudos to their craft.

As a huge fan of brown bear bakery in OTR, we were excited to come check out Two Seven Two. It's a compact space with limited seating, but adds to the coziness with the smell of freshly baked pastries. Love the addition of the large glass window panes that look directly into their bakery. The familiar sight of an assortment of pastries welcomes you on your left when you walk in. Little handwritten signs naming each pastry. Prices aren't listed, but they typically range from $5-7. The selection changes depending on which ingredients are available/in season, so there's always something new to try! The employees were patient and helpful in helping us make a decision, since everything looked so good. The two pastries we got were amazingly laminated, flaky, and delicious. I can tell the quality is held to the same high standard as their flagship store. Already off to a great start, will be back!

They take up a small space in Clifton but pack a big flavor. They have savory and sweet pastries and focaccia and crossaints and cookies. The list goes on, they are quick and if you get there early you may snag a seat. I go here often , right now the brownie is my favorite. Get an assortment, you won't be sorry.

It was fun to wake up Saturday morning to explore Clifton and stop into Two Seven Two!! My favorite item by far was the Twice-baked Pecan + Oat Croissant. I'm not a huge Pecan person, but found it DELICIOUS!!! I find that the bakery is easy enough to meet someone and hangout in-- assuming you do snag one of the three tables! Since the selection felt so limited (not sure if it was a time-of-day-or-always thing) I probably would go to/ try some of the other amazing bakeries in DT Cincy before coming back again.

From the makers of brown bear bakery comes Two Seven Two, new to the Gaslight District of Clifton. I have yet to go to Brown Bear but have heard great things, so I had to check Two Seven Two out! The shop is VERY tiny, tucked away near Skyline. There are only 3 tables for seating so plan on getting your coffee and pastries to go unless you get lucky and someone leaves when you arrive! The pastries are very unique flavors which is something that always draws me to a place. I grabbed: Raspberry Five Spice Croissant Raspberry Bostock Sourdough Focaccia with tomatoes and cheese Coriander & Lemon Poppy Bun My favorite was definitely the focaccia. It is a bit like pizza when you heat it up! The raspberry jam in the croissant was amazing but for me the five spice flavor was a bit too overwhelming.