Est. 1987 · Decatur, Illinois

Every morning begins with the promise of something made by hand.

Artisan breads, buttery pastries, and carefully crafted coffee — rooted in the heart of Decatur for nearly four decades.

Baker's hands dusting flour on a wooden countertop in a warm bakery kitchen
Freshly baked artisan sourdough bread on a rustic wooden board

Our Story

A Decatur tradition, baked fresh every day.

Apollo Cafe opened its doors on North Main Street in 1987 with a simple conviction: that the best bread and pastries are made slowly, with intention, and shared generously.

What began as a small neighborhood bakery has grown into a cornerstone of the Decatur community — a place where regulars know the barista by name, where the smell of fresh croissants greets you before you cross the threshold, and where every loaf tells a story of patience and craft.

We source locally milled flour, European-style butter, and seasonal ingredients whenever possible. Our recipes have been passed down and refined over generations, but our commitment to showing up each day and doing the work thoroughly never changes.

Handcrafted Daily

Every item baked from scratch each morning

Community First

Supporting local farmers and neighbors

Made with Care

Quality ingredients, timeless techniques

What We Offer

Crafted with devotion,
served with warmth.

Golden, flaky croissants arranged on a marble surface

Artisan Pastries

Buttery croissants, laminated danishes, fruit tarts, and seasonal specialties — each one folded, shaped, and baked by hand before dawn.

Crusty artisan sourdough loaves cooling on a wire rack

Breads & Loaves

From rustic sourdough to sesame-topped baguettes and dense ryes — our bread program honors traditional fermentation and wood-fired baking.

A barista pouring latte art into a ceramic cup beside a pastry

Coffee & Beverages

Carefully roasted coffee, specialty lattes, fresh juices, and seasonal infusions — paired thoughtfully with our baked goods.

An elegant layered celebration cake dusted with powdered sugar

Custom Cakes & Orders

Celebrations, gatherings, and quiet indulgences — we craft custom cakes and accept special orders for every occasion.

There is a particular kind of trust that forms between a neighborhood bakery and its community. It isn't announced — it's earned, one loaf, one conversation, one morning at a time.

Visit Us

We'd love to see you.

Address

1104 N Main St
Decatur, IL 62521-1032

Hours

  • Monday – Friday6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you.

Whether you have a question about our products, want to place a custom order, or simply want to say hello — reach out anytime.

We typically respond within one business day.

A beautifully set cafe table with a croissant, coffee cup, and linen napkin

Fresh from the oven,
every single day.

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