Der Pioneer Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Der Pioneer, a delightful bakery and café nestled in the heart of Brooklyn at 737 Church Ave. Specializing in breakfast and brunch, this charming spot offers an array of tempting dishes that tantalize the taste buds. Start your day with a hearty Breakfast Burrito or indulge in a fresh Ham and Brie Sandwich. Don’t miss their exquisite pastries, like the Rum Kugel and the Seasonal Streuselschnecke, which consistently garner rave reviews from customers.
- Signature Beverages: Savor the rich Mocha, crafted with house-made dark chocolate, or choose a comforting Hot Chocolate.
- Charming Atmosphere: With friendly service and cozy seating, Der Pioneer is the ideal spot for a quick bite or leisurely catch-up with friends.
Whether you crave a sweet treat or a robust coffee, Der Pioneer is a gem that warrants a visit!
Pastries
Franzbrötchen
A cinnamon danish with a honey-butter glaze. Our signature pastry from Hamburg, Germany.
Canelé
A caramelized custard with notes of rum and vanilla bean originating from Bordeaux, France.
Seasonal Streuselschnecke
A soft roll filled with vanilla pastry cream and seasonal fruit, finished with a fondant drizzle.
Kanelbulle Cardamom Bun
Honey Cinnamon Scone
Cherry Chocolate Scone
Coffee Cake
Banana Bread
Salted Caramel Cake
Blueberry Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin
Cheddar Chive Biscuit
Everything Bagel
Pain aux Raisins
Butter Croissant
Chocolate Croissant Pain au chocolat
Almond Croissant
Chocolate Almond Croissant
Seasonal Galette
Seasonal Crumble
Cake of the Day
A slice of our cake of the day, available on weekends and select weekdays.
Coconut Macaroon
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Includes dark, milk, and white chocolate.
Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookie
Includes milk chocolate and golden raisins.
Sprinkle Cookie
Walnut and Cherry Brownie
Blondie
Rum Kugel
A chocolate cake ball with a hint of rum and coated in chocolate sprinkles.
Mini Lemon Meringue Tarte
Mini Raspberry Mousse Gâteau
Mini Milk Chocolate Mousse Dome Gâteau
contains rum
5" x 3" Loaf Cake
Lemon Pound Cake, Brooklyn Blackout Cake, or Coffee Cake.
Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich
Veggie Quiche
Bacon Quiche
Breakfast Burrito *
Pinto beans, eggs, and cheddar cheese on a flour tortilla. Served with sour cream and Cholula hot sauce. *Available on weekends and select weekdays.
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes *
soufflé pancakes with a lemon-ricotta cheese filling. Served with house-made jam, and syrup. *Available on weekends and select weekdays.
Smoked Salmon Sandwich
Chicken and Roasted Vegetable Sandwich
Egg Salad Sandwich
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Turkey, Bacon, and Swiss Sandwich
Ham and Brie Sandwich
Tomato, Mozzarella, and Roasted Vegetable Sandwich
Salami and Provolone Sandwich
Prosciutto and Mozzarella Sandwich
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich
Big Garden Salad
served with house balsamic dressing
Soup of the Day
Chips
Hal's New York Kettle Chips
Breakfast & Lunch Food
Hot & Iced Beverages
Drip Coffee
Sumatra Medium-Dark Roast
Cold Brew
24-hr Sumatra medium-dark roast cold brew
Espresso
Macchiato
Cortado
Cappuccino
Latté
Americano
Mocha
made with our house-made dark chocolate sauce
Hot Chocolate
Matcha Latté
Chai Latté
Hot Tea
Harvey & Sons tea
Iced Tea
Green-Mint, Black, or Raspberry Hibiscus (caffeine-free)
Lemonade
Freshly-squeezed lemonade.
Daily smoothie
Coffee To-Go Tote
96 oz of hot-brewed coffee in a traveling tote. Paper cups, sweeteners, milks, etc. available upon request. Serves 10-12 people.
Mousse Cakes
Flavors: Raspberry Greek Yogurt, Milk Chocolate with Rum, or Passionfruit. Other flavors available.
Custom Cakes
Please call to inquire about flavors, pricing, and lead times.
Whole Cakes
Coffee Retail & Merchandise
Coffee Tin
12 oz tin of roasted whole coffee beans. We will grind purchased beans upon request. Coffee bean origins and roasts include but are not limited to the following: