Cal’s Bakeshop to open brick-and-mortar location October 11 [PHOTOS]

Cal’s Bakeshop will open its first brick-and-mortar location at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 11. Owner Caleb Orellana is transforming the former Rocco’s Little Chicago pizzeria at 2707 E. Broadway Blvd. into Cal’s new home. Rocco’s Little Chicago served pizza at that address for more than 25 years. Now, the site is entering a sweet new chapter as home to Cal’s Bakeshop.

From Cottage Kitchen to Storefront

Late last year, Orellana announced he would cease his home-based baking operations, stirring concern among fans. However, he quickly clarified that Cal’s Bakeshop wasn’t closing; it was expanding into a full storefront. Orellana explained on social media that “I’m just at a point where I can expand beyond the cottage bakery.” That realization sparked his move toward a physical shop.

For the past few years, Orellana sold his pastries through pre-orders and at local cafés, steadily growing a following. He gained a loyal fan base with creations like fluffy brioche donuts, flaky croissant-donut hybrids (cronuts), and fruit-filled Danishes.

Many offerings are also vegan-friendly, using plant-based substitutes for butter and eggs. Soon, he will incorporate new items such as the Quesadilla Salvadoreña, which is more like a dessert pound cake.

Tucson Foodie profiled Cal’s early success in a 2022 feature titled The Sweet Journey of Cal’s Bakeshop, highlighting his creative approach.

Mid-October Opening Planned

Now, Orellana is putting the finishing touches on the shop. He installed a custom sign featuring the bakery’s logo, which is a retro caricature of his face, on the storefront.

Additionally, the new shop will allow him to serve pastries fresh daily and alongside beverages such as coffee and tea.

Hours will be 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for grand opening weekend Saturday and Sunday. Afterwards, operating hours will be 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Keep up with Cal’s Bakeshop on Instagram.