Honeycomb Creamery Owners Open Crisscross Bakehouse
The creators of the popular local creamery are launching a new, from-scratch pastry shop in Cambridge.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Baking
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The team behind Honeycomb Creamery is expanding into the bakery business with the launch of Crisscross Bakehouse in Cambridge. The shop will occupy the former site of the Riverside Tattoo Company on Massachusetts Avenue.
Why it matters
The owners aim to bring the same small-batch, from-scratch philosophy they utilized for their ice cream shop to the local pastry scene. This expansion marks a new chapter for the duo, who have operated in the area since 2016.
Crisscross Bakehouse will be located at 1700A Massachusetts Ave, stepping into the space formerly occupied by Riverside Tattoo Company. The team is currently hosting weekly menu previews from 8 a.m. to noon, Thursday through Sunday.
The players
Honeycomb Creamery
An established local ice cream business known for its small-batch, from-scratch production methods.
Crisscross Bakehouse
A new pastry-focused retail venture being launched by the owners of a local ice cream shop.
The details
The bakehouse will focus on artisanal pastry products crafted with the same scratch-made approach that defined the founders' previous business ventures. The space is currently transitioning from its former use as a tattoo parlor to a fully equipped bakery.
Timeline
2015: Honeycomb Creamery was founded.
2016: Honeycomb Creamery opened its first brick-and-mortar shop.
Spring 2026: Riverside Tattoo Company closed its operations.
October 25, 2026: The new bakery was officially announced.
Culture Shift
This opening reflects the broader trend of successful local food artisans expanding their brand footprint into complementary categories. It mirrors a shift where independent makers leverage existing loyal customer bases to diversify their offerings through small-batch production.
Residents can currently sample upcoming menu items during the bakery's weekly sneak peeks held from Thursday through Sunday. These previews offer a direct opportunity for locals to provide feedback on the new pastry selection before the full launch.
The takeaway
Supporting local, from-scratch businesses helps maintain the unique character of our neighborhood retail corridors. Residents interested in new food experiences can take advantage of the current weekly sneak peek window to preview local offerings.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest developments in local culinary trends at the Baking section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Masslive.
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