Bread Ahead Glorietta 4 Brings London’s Famous Doughnuts to Makati This November
Last Updated on November 5, 2026 by Over Here Toronto
A famous London bakery is coming to Makati. Bread Ahead at Glorietta 4 is set to open in the second week of November 2026, GMA News reported. It is run in the Philippines by Good Eats by SSI.
Bread Ahead started at London’s Borough Market in 2013. Since then, it has become known for its filled doughnuts and sourdough bread. Now, Filipino fans can try them without flying to London.
What You Can Order at Bread Ahead Glorietta 4
Doughnuts are the big draw. For example, the menu includes the Crème Brûlée Doughnut, plus fillings like sea-salted caramel with honeycomb, pistachio, raspberry and lemon curd, according to GMA News. There is also an Ube Doughnut made just for the Philippines.
In addition, the bakery sells slow-fermented sourdough bread and pizza, focaccia, cakes and pastries. So, it is not just a dessert stop.
A Full Restaurant, Too
Bread Ahead at Glorietta 4 is more than a bakery counter. It also has a 150-seat restaurant with table service, Lifestyle Asia reported. Guests can come for breakfast, brunch, lunch or a light dinner.
The store opens at 7 a.m. every day. It closes at 9 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday and at 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, according to Lifestyle Asia.
Bread Ahead Glorietta 4: Key Details
- Location: Glorietta 4, Makati City
- Opening: Second week of November 2026
- Operator: Good Eats by SSI
- Hours: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
- Seats: 150 in the restaurant
- Must-try: Crème Brûlée Doughnut and the Ube Doughnut
What the Founder Said
Founder Matthew Jones shared his excitement about the Manila opening. “It feels incredibly special to bring Bread Ahead to Manila,” he said, according to Lifestyle Asia.
Earlier, SSI also spoke about the deal. “We are thrilled to bring Bread Ahead to the Philippines and introduce Filipinos to its exceptional offerings,” said Anton T. Huang, president and CEO of SSI Group, The Post reported.
A Baking School Is Coming
There is more to look forward to. Bread Ahead also plans to open a baking school in the Philippines by early 2027, Lifestyle Asia reported. Because of this, home bakers may soon get to learn the brand’s recipes in person.
What Happens Next
The bakery opens in the second week of November, but an exact date has not been shared yet. So, keep an eye on Bread Ahead’s social media for the official opening day. Then, plan a weekday visit if you want to skip the first-week lines.
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References
- GMA News, “London’s Bread Ahead to open first Manila bakery in November”
- Lifestyle Asia, “Bread Ahead Philippines Opens In November 2026 At Glorietta 4”
- The Post, “London’s Bread Ahead brings iconic British bakes to Manila”
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