Czech Stop opened in November 1983 in West, Texas, and has been a roadside favorite on Interstate 35 ever since. It sits at Exit 353 and promotes the Czech heritage of the town.
What it is known for
The bakery is known for kolaches and other Czech pastries, with ham, sausage and a variety of fruit fillings, plus sandwiches on wheat, rye and white bread. A companion shop, Little Czech Bakery, has its own phone line for orders.
Know before you go
- Address: 105 N. College St., West, Texas.
- Phone orders for large quantities have been taken on weekdays. Check the website or call for current hours and policies.
Czech Stop is a good example of how a small-town bakery can become a Texas road trip tradition.