REAL ESTATE | Hankerson’s Country Oven Bakery in West Bend, WI, has closed

July 10, 2024 – West Bend, WI – Hankerson’s Country Oven Bakery in West Bend, WI, has announced it has closed.

According to a post on social media, “Hello valued customers, we had to make the tough decision to close for the health of our loved baker and owner Ryan as he has been doing so much on his own for the bakery with limited staff, it has essentially become too much for one person. We appreciate all your business and support over the years. Thank you.”

Over the years Hankerson’s grew a dedicated following as many made morning breakfast a ritual, along with picking up fresh donuts on Saturday morning to ordering cakes for birthdays or graduations.

Hankerson’s got its start downtown at 130 N. Main St. At the time, they were one of three downtown bakeries that included Bauer’s at 227 N. Main and City Bakery, 326 N. Main St.

What is your favorite memory of Hankersons?

On a history note – Hankerson’s was sold to Ryan Hankerson in September 2018.

Below are previous stories about the much-loved bakery.

This is a working story. Washingtoncountyinsider.com will bring you more information as it becomes available.

March 20, 2019 – West Bend, WI – Hankerson’s Country Oven Bakery, 2107 W. Washington St., in West Bend is updating its schedule.

The family-owned bakery will now be closed on Tuesdays until further notice.

Owner Ryan Hankerson said that one day will allow staff to attend to some of the normal behind-the-scenes business.

The bakery and diner will be open on Tuesdays during the holidays to accommodate special orders and family gatherings.

Hankerson’s was sold to Ryan Hankerson in September 2018.

Since then the hometown bakery also added Colectivo Coffee.

Updates on Hankerson’s Country Oven Bakery can be found by clicking HERE.