The Langley Village Bakery makes for a wonderful local story. Misty Moore, the current owner, worked at the bakery from 1993-1999 as a baker/counterperson. She and her husband Johnnie (an aircraft mechanic) left Whidbey Island and spent a year in Arizona before they moved back to Stanwood in 2000.
They were thinking about starting a bakery in Stanwood, but karma took over. They found out that the bakery in Langley was up for sale. With a loan from the bank they were able to purchase the bakery that they named The Langley Village Bakery.
Misty and Johnnie have put their own style into this charming bakery. They did have some help from Wanda, one of the previous owners, who was able to pass along some old recipes to Misty. So, with old recipes in hand, some paint and a little cleaning up they opened up shop. Her husband, an electrician in the aircraft business, starts his day in the wee hours of the morning baking goodies for you and the tourists. Perhaps the aircraft business might be a little easier; at least the hours?
Most days you’ll find Misty at the counter or relieving Johnnie. Misty has a warm smile for everyone. She seems to know everyone by name; this is a real hometown bakery. I suggest it’s the people who own it that give it that atmosphere. Her daughter Taylor (10) and son Monty (14) help out around the bakery; it is definitely a family business!
The bakery is nestled in the part of town known as the Langley Village. There a quaint shops to browse and plenty of quiet spots to enjoy a pastry and a cup of coffee.
Thanks Misty; the cookies were GREAT!
The Langley Village Baker is located at 211 2nd St, Langley, Whidbey Island, WA 98260. You can reach the bakery at 360-221-3525; I’m sure that they can take care of your special needs.
You have nailed it on THE HEAD! LVB is just what Langley needed when Misty and Johnnie opened the doors last year! How ever did we survive before the cinnamon rolls, the schnecken (sp) and of course, Misty’s smile. I stop by several times a week.
No truer words can be said about this bakery! My husband and I live in Arizona and recently bought a home in Oak Harbor. Whenever we are in O.H. or have guests visiting we make a special trip to Langley just to eat the delicious goodies. Our only wish is that Misty and Johnnie open another bakery in Oak Harbor. After all our military people sure could use some good food!!!!