More Than a Hood Store

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In the heart of Savannah's vibrant urban tapestry, an unconventional building stands out – if you can call anything shaped like The Alamo ‘unconventional’.  For the residents of Cuyler-Brownsville, this quirky landmark is as dependable as the afternoon mail, with its doors always open to serve the community.  

Welcome to Baby Cakes. 


Take a drive along Burroughs to 34th Street to this unassuming fortress where convenience meets necessity.  With its potted exterior, Baby Cakes is more than just a "hood store”, but a testament to the resilience and warmth of this urban surrounding.


In the morning the store pulses like a beehive, where the bees wear hard hats and drive school buses. The store's shelves are a carefully curated collection of essentials, where panty hose might share space with glue traps, and pullovers nestle next to detergent. This efficient use of space ensures that every item earns its place.


What truly sets Baby Cakes apart is its knack for breaking—and sometimes celebrating— stereotypes.  In a neighborhood where nutritious options are often scarce, this tiny store offers a refreshing change. Alongside the usual convenience store fare, you'll find luscious salad plates, juicy pineapple slices, and fresh grapes – a small but significant step towards healthier choices.


The heart and soul of Baby Cakes, however, is its black American owner, Lois Broxton. Her warm greeting of "Good morning, baby" envelops each customer like a warm embrace. Whether she's crafting her signature salmon and egg sandwich behind the grill or sharing banter with patrons, Ms. Lois treats everyone like a lifelong friend.


It is this genuine connection that helps the business thrive; transforming a confined space into a frenzy of commerce.  In Baby Cakes, the blue collar setting comes together—from city workers and warehouse crew, to single moms and local characters. Each interaction, fist bump, and shared laugh, weaves a stronger bond in the neighborhood fabric.


Baby Cakes isn't just a convenience store; it's a cornerstone of the community, a daily reminder of the fortitude that defines urban life in this neck of Savannah—and far beyond.   



Darrell Gartrell

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