Uncle Pete’s Bread Co.

Uncle Pete’s Bread Co. operates out of Little Italy, setting up shop inside the lively Track & Field bar on College Street. Helmed by Pete Petrovic, the culinary concept emerged following a popular run of city-wide pop-ups and a high-profile stint in Kensington Market. Known locally as the focaccia boys, the team focuses on Italian-inspired comfort food built around thick slabs of house-baked, rosemary-infused focaccia. Sourcing local ingredients from nearby neighbourhood vendors, the operation marries a casual pub environment with artisanal baking traditions.

First-time visitors can expect a focused, sandwich-centric menu featuring signatures like The OG—loaded with mortadella, prosciutto, soppressata, whipped lemon ricotta, chili crisp, arugula, and balsamic glaze—alongside vegetarian options such as The Pesto Pete. For snacks, the focaccia bites paired with the Holy Trinity dip offer a popular shareable starting point. Because the kitchen operates on a tight schedule from late morning until ingredients run out, arriving early or checking ahead for daily availability is recommended. Prices generally sit between fifteen and twenty-one dollars per sandwich, catering to lunch crowds and afternoon snack seekers looking for substantial, flavour-forward portions.