Stirring the spirit of community…
At first glance it may seem like an odd home for a neighborhood restaurant but what better place to build community than from within its community center? The Bernard W. Brown Community Center, the Housing Authority of the City of Frederick, Cakes for Cause, and Historic Frederick’s new North End have come together in a unique partnership (requiring moxie, if you will) that combines fine food, elegant surroundings, and a staff whose role is to pamper you, our customer. We invite you to linger at the table with us and enjoy the moment.
Moxie Bakery and Café is a social enterprise operated by Cakes for Cause and provides job training and support to youth in Frederick who have aged out of foster care or who live in public housing in our community. Moxie offers youth apprentices real work experience and learning opportunities that put them on the path to successful adulthood.
our food philosophy…
Each day, our staff and apprentices start with viennoiserie (classical breakfast pastries) rolling croissants by hand, baking fresh scones, and brewing finely roasted coffee. We want you to experience the surprise and understanding that comes from traditional techniques and the artisan craft of baking. That doesn’t mean that we don’t want to stretch your palates though. We use fresh herbs and spices and create unique flavors to tempt you into a food adventure. We want to “leave the game at its peak” and give you just enough to keep you coming back for more…perhaps for lunch or for a special dessert in the evening. Our commitment to the craftsmanship of our food is important to your experience but also to the experience of our apprentices. We want them to be able to understand and appreciate the effort that goes into making the very best every day.
our customer service…
From the moment you walk in our door, our goal is to make every moment with us extraordinary. We have focused on the details and made our café comfortable, stylish, and accessible for every customer. For us it’s not just about the food, it’s about how you feel about the food.
our mission…
Why do we obsess over every detail? Well, because we’re more than a restaurant, we are a training ground for young people in our community. Our staff is made up of culinary and restaurant professionals whose role it is to model and teach the apprentices who are referred into the Cakes for Cause program. We provide job training and meaningful employment for youth in the food service industry and our goal is to help them transition into adulthood with a set of transferable skills and the foundation for understanding themselves, their motivations, and the community around them. Our inspiration is to make a difference for youth in our neighborhoods and help them realize their potential – whether it’s in the food industry or any other industry.
how you can get your own moxie…
Moxie Bakery & Cafe offers breakfast, lunch, desserts and indoor and outdoor seating. We also cater private events and have a booth at the West Frederick Farmer’s Market during the season. Settle in for a bit or take some home with you but know that your purchase helps support some of the most vulnerable young people in our community.
Hours
Monday 7:00 am – 11:00 am (please see the “rules“)
Tuesday – Saturday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
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