"The reason a serrated knife is so useful for bread is the little groves or serrated notches, [which] allow the knife to slice through the crusty exterior of your bread without smashing or pushing through the inside."

Are serrated knives better for bread?

They're never going to be as versatile as a chef's knife or a paring knife. But when you need one, you need one. And they are more multipurpose than they get credit for. Obviously, a serrated blade is a must for slicing bread, both crusty and soft.

What is the point of a bread knife?

What is a Bread Knife? A bread knife's uses aren't just limited to cutting loaves. It can also be used to cut cakes or any delicate baked good. The knife's long serrated blade works best on food that is hard on the outside and soft on the inside like bread.