This Fox in the Snow Dublin review covers what we ordered, how long we waited, current price examples, and whether this popular Columbus-area bakery was actually worth the hype. It is a good breakfast option for anyone who wants excellent pastries, a relaxed atmosphere, and enough variety to satisfy both sweet and savory cravings.
Fox in the Snow does not accept reservations, so busy mornings may involve a line. During our visit, the food lived up to the strong reviews.
Fox in the Snow opened its first location in 2014 inside an old mason garage in Columbus. The bakery was created to feel thoughtful but unfussy, serving made-from-scratch pastries such as large cinnamon rolls, sticky buns covered in toasted pecans, buttermilk biscuits, and fresh fruit jam.
That original café quickly became a local favorite, and Fox in the Snow has since expanded to several locations around the Columbus area, including Dublin.
Everything is still made by hand, and the cafés feel welcoming rather than overly polished. You can stop in for coffee and a pastry, settle into a table, and easily stay longer than you originally planned.
The menu includes sweet pastries such as cinnamon rolls, sticky buns, blueberry scones, croissants, and morning buns. Savory options include the souffléed egg sandwich, ham baguette, tomato pesto baguette, and ham and Swiss croissant.
For more breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert ideas around the city, see my Where to Eat in Columbus, Ohio guide.
All Fox in the Snow locations are walk-in only and operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
There were about 25 people in line when we arrived at the Dublin location, and it took around 20 minutes to order. The line looked a little intimidating at first, but it moved steadily.
Once we placed our order, finding a table was easy. Even though there had been a crowd at the counter, the dining area did not feel chaotic once we sat down.
We ordered:
This was plenty of food, and we ended up bringing some of it home.
We definitely did not need everything we ordered, but too many items sounded good to leave behind.
A small reusable Nano Bag would be useful if you plan to explore Dublin afterward and do not want to carry a bakery box in your hands all morning.
The chocolate croissant was incredible.
It was easily the best thing we ordered and something I would get again. The chocolate croissant alone was worth standing in line for.
The souffléed egg sandwich is one of the most popular savory items at Fox in the Snow and gives you a more substantial breakfast than ordering pastries alone.
It was also a helpful addition to our order because we had selected several sweet items. Unless you are committed to eating an entire breakfast made of pastries—which I would understand—I recommend adding at least one savory option to share.
The biscuit with jam is another Fox in the Snow staple and fits the bakery’s simple, made-from-scratch approach.
It is a good choice if you want something less sweet than the cinnamon rolls and sticky buns but still want to try one of the bakery items Fox in the Snow is known for.
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The banana bread gave us another sweet option, while the savory everything bagel pastry with cream cheese added more balance to the order.
I would happily order both again. However, there were still so many menu items we did not try that I would probably choose something completely different during our next visit.
We ordered a caramel latte, and it went well with all the pastries.
The drink menu also includes other coffee options, along with tea, matcha, chai, and hot chocolate. Even if you are not a coffee drinker, there are enough alternatives to find something to pair with breakfast.
The portions were generous, especially once we combined several pastries with a sandwich.
You could easily order a few items for the table and split them rather than having every person choose a separate pastry and entrée. A pastry or two, one savory item, and coffee would probably be enough for two people depending on your appetite.
Since the pastries travel well, bringing leftovers home was not a problem.
For more restaurants and breakfast stops, use my The Ultimate Columbus Foodie Guide to plan the rest of your meals.
The atmosphere inside was relaxed and easygoing.
Despite the line we encountered when we arrived, the café did not feel loud or frantic once we found a table. It was comfortable enough to slow down, eat breakfast, and enjoy the food rather than feeling like we needed to leave immediately after finishing.
The café’s natural light and casual design also make it feel more welcoming than a typical counter-service breakfast stop.
The menu includes a lot of tempting options, so it helps to review it before you reach the counter. That may not stop you from ordering too much, but at least you will be prepared.
If Fox in the Snow is part of a full day in the city, my The Perfect 24 Hours in Columbus, Ohio itinerary can help you plan what to do before and after breakfast.
Yes. The wait was manageable, finding a table was easy, and the food was excellent. The prices also felt fair for handmade pastries with generous portions.
Fox in the Snow Dublin is especially good for anyone who wants a casual breakfast with high-quality baked goods rather than traditional pancakes, eggs, and bacon. It also works well for coffee and a pastry if you do not want a full meal.
I would happily order everything again, but there were still so many things we did not try. Next time, I would probably order completely different items until I had worked my way through the entire menu.
I would make an exception for the chocolate croissant. That can stay in the order.
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