A deservedly hyped tourist mecca filled to the rafters with racks of fresh bread, dipping oil, jams and other goodies, Schat's has been making its baked goods since 1938. Some of the desserts, including the crispy cookies and bear claws, are addictive, and call for repeated trips while in town. Also has a popular sandwich bar and outdoor tables.
Buy a loaf of the signature Sheepherder Bread: during the Gold Rush it was shaped by hand by immigrant Basque sheepherders, who missed the bread of their homeland, and today is still shaped by hand at Schat’s. At the time of research the family was opening a new wine cellar next door.