Kohnen's Country Bakery

Kohnen's Country Bakery Located in downtown Tehachapi, Kohnen’s Country Bakery is a delightful and contemporary German bak He grew up like most kids in West Germany.
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Thomas Kohnen enjoyed 22 years of pleasant family life in his home town of Bottrop, West Germany. For him and every other boy on the block, his dream was to become a soccer player until his coach determined Thomas had to have two left feet. He had normal grades and finished high school at age 15 in May of 1977. (Fifteen is the standard age for completing school in Germany.) In August of the same y

ear, he took an apprenticeship as a Konditor (Confectionist) at the Franz Bergendahl Bacherrei. It was the biggest bakery in town and very well known for its disciplined training procedures. He worked as an apprentice for three years while also attending trade school. He became a tested and proven journeyman, learning his trade from A to Z. At age 19 he joined the German Navy for 15 months (mandatory military service is required of all young men in Germany). He left as Lance Corporal. Continuing to work for Franz Bergendahl, he was offered the opportunity to go on a training program in the United States. At age 22 he left his hometown to head for the unknown. Upon his arrival here he found friendly people and a land of sunshine. “Sunshine is a rarity where I come from,” he says. Another delightful discovery was made on his first visit to an American bakery – they were “donuts”, something he had never seen before. He went on to begin training in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties and during that time met Colleen, a native California girl who became his wife in October of 1988. Thomas and Colleen took their first step into the business world in February 1989 when the young, energetic couple took over the operation of the landmark Bill Baker bakery in Ojai, California. After operating Bill Baker successfully for nearly 15 years, they were forced to vacate their historic bakery when the building was sold. An Ojai neighbor’s suggestion lured them to Tehachapi, CA, where the Kohnen's discovered better housing prices, a friendly community of about 11,000 just right for raising their two children, and an old potato packinghouse and antique shed in need of renovation. In 2004, they opened a new contemporary German bakery designed with Old World charm – Kohnen’s Country Bakery.

Where are you taking your box of Kohnen's pastries: home, to the office, to school, to an event? 🥐🥨🧁🍪
06/01/2026

Where are you taking your box of Kohnen's pastries: home, to the office, to school, to an event? 🥐🥨🧁🍪

It's a beautiful day to stop by Kohnen's for a fresh-baked goodie or a sandwich! 🥰
05/29/2026

It's a beautiful day to stop by Kohnen's for a fresh-baked goodie or a sandwich! 🥰

Moist carrot cake, smooth cream cheese frosting, and a sprinkle of walnuts. It's a favorite for a reason!🥕🍰
05/26/2026

Moist carrot cake, smooth cream cheese frosting, and a sprinkle of walnuts. It's a favorite for a reason!🥕🍰

Our running errands? Stop by for a quick (and delicious) lunch at Kohnen's! 🥪
05/24/2026

Our running errands? Stop by for a quick (and delicious) lunch at Kohnen's! 🥪

What kind of pie are you picking up next: Apple, Caramel Apple, Cherry, Blackberry, or Peach? 🥧
05/21/2026

What kind of pie are you picking up next: Apple, Caramel Apple, Cherry, Blackberry, or Peach? 🥧

What's your favorite item we make at Kohnen's? 😊
05/18/2026

What's your favorite item we make at Kohnen's? 😊

Our mini cheesecakes are velvety, creamy, and absolutely irresistible! ✨ Grab a couple of your favorite flavors to enjoy...
05/16/2026

Our mini cheesecakes are velvety, creamy, and absolutely irresistible! ✨ Grab a couple of your favorite flavors to enjoy (and share, if you're generous enough 😜).

"Whenever I have the chance to go to Tehachapi, a visit to Kohnen’s Country Bakery is a must!! You won’t be disappointed...
05/13/2026

"Whenever I have the chance to go to Tehachapi, a visit to Kohnen’s Country Bakery is a must!! You won’t be disappointed, as everything is delicious, from their freshly baked goodies to their delicious sandwiches and salads. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming! I can’t wait to go back!"

Thanks for all the love, Joanne. You're the best! ❤️

Happy Mother's Day, from all of us at Kohnen's Bakery! 🩷💐 We are closed today - see you tomorrow!
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day, from all of us at Kohnen's Bakery! 🩷💐 We are closed today - see you tomorrow!

Reminder, we're closed tomorrow 😊 Don't forget to come get Mom some goodies 🌸🌻
05/09/2026

Reminder, we're closed tomorrow 😊 Don't forget to come get Mom some goodies 🌸🌻

Address

125 W Tehachapi Boulevard #D
Tehachapi, CA
93561

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 6pm
Tuesday 6am - 6pm
Friday 6am - 6pm
Saturday 6am - 6pm
Sunday 6am - 6pm

Telephone

+16618223350

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