Mauki’s Bakery & Country Store, nestled at 1730 S 8th Street in Soulard, began as a much-loved stall at the Soulard Farmers’ Market and blossomed into a charming bakery and café in 2020, serving hearty breakfast and lunch in a rustic setting with vintage touches like an intact former bar counter. Known for its generous portions—think biscuits and gravy that could feed a family of four—sandwiches like the whimsical “Humpty Dumpty,” mac‑and‑cheese plates, and loaded nachos, the menu celebrated scratch-made goodness with items like hot pepper zucchini bread, smoked salsa, and freshly baked pies and cinnamon rolls. Despite its devoted following and farm-to-table charm, Mauki’s announced its closure in mid‑2025 due to rising costs.