So excited to visit this new Maddie Lu store in Blaine. Finally took the time to visit after seeing…read morea yard staked sign by the NSC fields....I made a U-turn!! The vibe is similar to the OG bakery in Coon Rapids. Very clean, simply decor that makes you feel welcome. We caught the place during a quiet lull so we have fast customer service. I picked out a 5- piece box of macarons. You pick the flavors to fill the box. Plenty of options to choose from. I loved the color coordination on the display case. I also picked out an oreo cupcake and oatmeal cheesecake cup. I haven't met a dessert by Maddie Lu that I haven't liked. Can't wait to try the macarons! Happy to have you in the area.

First time trying Maddie Lu's baked goods. They are located next to Jimmy John's and Clive…read moreRoadhouse off of Central & 105. I bought five macarons for $12 and a raspberry cheesecake cookie. You can also buy the macarons individually for $2.50 or 10 macarons for $24. They also have cupcakes too. They can also be found on DoorDash, but you can't select your flavors, though I suppose you could put it in the special instruction, so I decided to just stop by the store. When I first arrived, I was greeted and serviced immediately. The staff member was patient as I took a moment to decide which flavors. I also noticed they have some unique design macarons that look like a shark but in a vanilla flavor. The store is clean and has simple decor. It looks like they have a backdrop for a photo op. I felt very welcome in the store. I used to do subscription macarons, but it became pricey. I much prefer Macarons by Maddie Lu due to the flavor options, being able to obtain them locally, and I can choose the amount of macarons to have. They are very delicious, smell good, and have a nice crunch when you bite them. The raspberry cheesecake cookie was soft even after refrigeration for a few hours - I split and shared the cookie with my husband and it cut easily even after being in the fridge.

Crisp & Chewy has the best macarons I've had; they're true to what the name says: crisp & chewy…read more They have a huge variety of flavors, all of which are amazing. The folks working the stand are always really helpful & kind; I look for them at every farmers market I go to. The St. Paul farmers market is definitely the place to be (early, since they sell out)! I can't recommend these enough, you've got to get your hands on some!

Hands down the best macarons we've ever tasted. The flavors are distinctive and well balanced…read more They are not too sweet and the fillings are amazing. We'll be back for more!

From the owner: **Open for pick-up via appointments only**read more

Alright so I've been to cosettas so many times that I know exactly what I want and where it is. My…read morefamily and I frequent the deli and pasticceria, only going to the actual restaurant if we have a big group. The pasticceria is sooo cute and decorated like a little cafe in Italy. I appreciate the floors and decoration, they 100% lean into the Italian culture. The service is always great, everyone smiles and makes sure your selection is to your liking. I've gotten coffee, macaroons, gelato, everything from here and they never disappoint. It's always a great time, especially meeting friends or just grabbing some good sips on the go. I had a gelato with one scoop of this raspberry sorbet and another scoop mango, I loved the fruitiness and texture. It's a bit pricey which knocks down a star, but otherwise a lifelong favorite. P.S. I love the parking and that ITS FREE.

Located right next to Cossetta Alimentari,), the Pasticceria is a nostalgic delight. Chock-full of…read moredelicious dessert delights (and no small amount of charm), the store absolutely took me back to the pastry shops I remember from when I visited Italy. Think tile, dark wood, display cases full of beautiful desserts, and brass. With great staff and smiles all around, the Pasticceria feels and tastes like the good old days. I highly recommend.

I don't know what it is about Vietnamese coffee, but I feel like it tastes like I always wanted…read morecoffee to taste, like when I was a kid first noticing the smell of coffee and eventually learning it usually doesn't taste as good as it smells... sorry, long winded intro but I LOVED my salted caramel Vietnamesed iced coffee here. I came back the next day and got a banh mi that was HUGE and delicious. The "House" is about ten bucks and that is a great deal for such a large, stuffed sandwich. They cut it in half and you can absolutely consider splitting it with someone or making two meals of it. Tons of Asian flavors on fresh-baked baguette bread. Absolutely outstanding. I brought home some treats from the pastry display, including an above average vanilla eclair and some macarons, one of which is super big! It's like hamburger sized, look at my picture. All of it really good. The service is very pleasant and upbeat, and it's a cute, homey space. I love this bakery!

Service: wonderful. I met the owner and she is SO SWEET…read more Ambiance: spacious and lots of seating Food: okay to pretty good There are so many desserts and pastries here! There are also Banh mis and Vietnamese coffee. I liked the almond croissant and the salted caramel Vietnamese coffee. They had great flavor and tasted fresh. The cream puff was decent and not too heavy, and the strawberry croissant was too sweet and heavy for me. The pandan dessert had really good pandan flavor, but the inside was a little too sweet and rich for me. I split it up into a few dessert meals. The owner was really nice and gave a free French bread, which I also liked. It wasn't too thick and it had a nice crisp to the outside. I would come back to try a couple other desserts and get the almond croissant again!

These are definitely some of the tastiest macarons in the cities…read more The owner is so nice - you will find them at pop up events and food festivals Lots of great flavors and very authentic

Worked with Jolynn for another custom order and I was blown away (again) by the quality! My party…read morewas cosmic themed and Jolynn suggested a design that worked perfectly. I absolutely loved how the shimmer and star embellishments turned out! I ordered 3 flavors: strawberry yuzu, Dubai chocolate, and gochujang caramel. The gochujang caramel blew my mind -- it was sooo chewy and sweet with a hint of spiciness from the gochujang. The Dubai chocolate perfectly captured the signature crunch. The strawberry yuzu had a nice tart filling that complemented the strawberry cream. Absolutely thrilled with how the macarons turned out and would definitely work with Jolynn again!

I saw this place while I was driving to meet a friend and thought "I'm coming back for this!" I am…read moreso glad I did! I was met with a VERY nice woman who explained everything out to me! 11/10 on costumer service!! Truly, this is some of the best costumer service I have had in awhile! I picked out 8 flavors and a candle. They have a small selection of other items besides the macarons. There are 2 tables inside for sitting down to snack with 2 chairs at each table. Don't make a rookie mistake like me! These are refrigerated when you first get them. Let them come to room temp before you eat them! I had some of them right away and while they did taste good, they were REALLY good when they were room temp. These are delicate and delicious! These are definitely some of the best I have ever had! My top 3 flavors I enjoyed were: 1) Blueberry cheesecake 2) Almond 3) Raspberry I also got a soy candle and it is the perfect fall scent! Can't wait to burn it later in the year! These would make a great gift as well as a treat for yourself!

I'm so happy to have found this place! Reasonably priced! Delicious options! They are baked to…read moreperfection. The staff was very kind and social. They also sell other items local people make such as seasonings.

We finally made it! Walked in a got lucky, there was only 2…read morein line. When we were up; we got to ask what everything was. I wish items would have been listed in print. Having to ask and get descriptions. Not an inclusive model. I loved everything we got! The cronut was my favorite for sure!

Marc Heu's is phenomenal. I have had the pastries at varying coffee shops since they outsource…read moreproducts to, for example, Dogwood coffee. Contrary, coming into the intimate home shop in Saint Paul hit different. As a Saint Paul girly, I absolutely adore small businesses. Marc Heu has a great location across from the co-op on Dale. Due to the pastry lineup altering so frequently, there are no signs detailing the pastry product so there is definitely interaction with staff members to ensure you are getting what you want. The staff is attentive, dressed in uniform and ready to take orders with a note pad upon arrival. Fortunately both days I have went, there were no lines but I also understand lines are common here which is something to be aware of. Inside there are small circular tables to enjoy your pastry and or coffee in. I would not recommend bringing a laptop as this is a tiny shop with an emphasis on eating, mingling and departing. Other reviews will dink stars because they will say the pricing is high however, I think, the pricing is reasonable giving the high quality of baking effort and the quality of service provided. In addition, this is not a spot to come 24/7, rather, special moments such as a birthday, holiday or celebration. With that, I feel like the price is justified. Line or not - the pasty variety is outstanding! My husband and I had a donut with a spiced icing and some other filling and every bite we kept saying yum or oh my gosh this is so good. Inspired from France, you will 100% feel transported as the shop itself resembles France from the interior and obviously the baking follows suit. The display case is the center of attention when you walk in. I highly recommend stopping when in Saint Paul or purchasing at a coffee shop should you happen to see the line of Marc Heu. There are a few other stores in the area, otherwise, Grand Avenue is right up the road should you want to make a day of supporting local. Saint Paul is so lucky to have a slice of France in our city. Thank you!

Edelweiss is easily my favorite spot in the area…read more There's almost always a line on weekends, but it's totally worth it and moves fast so you're not waiting long. Everything looks so good it's hard not to over order. They have a really great mix of sweet and savory options. Pastries, donuts, cakes, sandwiches, and more. The quiche is one of my go-to items and the breakfast pastries are always so good. They also have homemade granola that is to die for. Coffee and matcha are consistently great also. I love their seasonal fresh orange juice but it is a little pricey. The space itself is super cute and nicely decorated with plenty of seating, so it's a great place to sit and actually enjoy your food. I also love that they're open in the evening for wine and small plates. Makes it such a fun and unique spot for the area. Such a great local spot that does it all really well. Definitely recommend.

I have been to this place a number of times and am never disappointed. They have great coffee,…read morebaked items and meals. Each time I have gone they have different baked goods. The staff is always friendly and helpful and service is always fast. Very cute inside with a cozy feel (seating outside also on a nice day). For sure worth going!

I enjoyed the variety this bakery had to offer. I went in to do some journaling and enjoy a great…read moreand it was a nice quiet atmosphere. Service was overall friendly and helpful. Pricing was a bit higher than I expected but the items were tasty. My dog loved her cupcake treat!

Nice variety of flavors and options of cupcakes and other treats. Overall feel inside is nice and…read moreclean. Service was overall friendly. No complaints for a little treat.