Sainsbury's

You're not expecting much from a supermarket bakery, but the one on Dunstable Road consistently delivers beyond the usual sad offerings. The morning rush here is proper busy - locals queuing for fresh loaves and croissants that actually taste like someone cares about making them. Their in-store bakery turns out crusty baguettes, soft white bloomer, and those little Danish pastries that hit the spot with your morning coffee. The prices are spot-on for what you get, and they're open late enough that you can grab tomorrow's breakfast after work. It's not artisanal, but it's reliable and fresh, which counts for a lot when you're living in town centre and need decent bread without trekking to Wardown.