I really can't say enough good things about Sweet Haven Bakery. Haven really came through for me…read moreand my friend Karen. We were looking for a bakery to make white cake cupcakes without egg yolks for a celebration of life for our dear friend Cynthia. I called several bakeries in the Fair Oaks/Citrus Heights/Carmichael area and was told "we don't do that". I was very discouraged. I called Sweet Haven and the out going message said text or email. I emailed. Haven answered right away! He could make the cupcakes Cynthia requested! Hallelujah! Haven did not disappoint. We had 7 dozen cupcakes and they were delicious! And none left over. Any event/family party etc, please consider this bakery.

Four stars for the variety and the customer service. The employee was very nice and explained how…read moreshe is the owner's mom and how he started the business as a young teen. I like how many different options and flavors there were for their cakes, brownies, and cookies. She was super nice and let me pick out what kind of cut I wanted for my brownies (center or corners). I spent $41 on a set of 4 cupcakes, 1 brownie, 1 blondie, and 1 pack of 2 cookies. The cookies, brownie, & blondie were my fave parts. The cupcakes were a bit too dense/thick for me & just didn't really taste like the flavors I picked. But I enjoyed the unique flavors they had for the brownies and blondies. Inside is cute, no interior seating.

I can't say enough good things about this donut shop. After our local spot went downhill following…read morean ownership change, my wife and I set out to find a new favorite. We combed through Yelp, visited local recommendations, and even tried well-known places like Marie's Donuts. We found plenty of great options--but Sweet Dozen stands out as the best of them all. It's about a 30-minute round trip for us, and we gladly make the drive because everything has been consistently excellent. Their donuts range from high-quality classics to creative, fresh takes on new flavors. The shop itself is charming, family-owned, and welcoming. Everyone we've interacted with has been friendly, polite, and genuinely happy to help. I truly can't recommend them enough.

Great, kind service. Amazing donuts. Love the decor inside. Best donuts I've had in Citrus…read moreHeights!! Check them out, you'll love the flavor. Careful around the driveway through, there are a few potholes which may damage your vehicle should you not see them.

The food is delicious! Everything is made from scratch by the amazing staff…read more Croissants beat anything I've had in the area. My favorite is to stop by for coffee and Carrot cake. It is owner operate. This small business does it right.

My new favorite spot. Can one eatery establishment do it all well? YesI stumbled in and didn't…read moreleave without loading up on deserts. The breakfast menu looks great. I had a cafe mocha double shot. It was "Old school cafe mocha made perfectly". chocolate and coffee heaven. Ham & cheese croissant was great. Gourmet for a fair price. Wine bar - I'll be back to enjoy a glass with a meal. I may bring my wife. Owner - super cool , friendly, helpful. Highly recommended 5 star

Mama needed some baked goods with her girl…read more I needed the fruit pastries! I haven't been to this location. It was cute inside and gave light, friendly, and stay for more carbs. The lady helping pick out pastries was patient and super helpful. Pro tip: don't arrive to late if you want the good pastries on the weekend. Definitely recommend.

I've been coming to Estelle's Bakery & Patisserie for years since I used to live only a block away,…read moreso it became one of my favorite places to walk to for tea and desserts. I've since moved out of state, but during my last visit in January this year, the treats and drinks were just as delicious as I remembered. This was always one of my favorite spots to spend a few hours catching up with girlfriends over tea and pastries. The ambience is lovely and gives off fancy tea party vibes, making it perfect for casual conversations, book discussions, or just relaxing with something sweet. My personal favorites are the rose macaron and the mont blanc desserts. If I'm feeling hungry, I usually order the ratatouille, and the vanilla bean French toast is amazing when I want something sweet but filling. Matcha is always my go-to drink here too (though it's on the sweet side, so I don't think it's ceremonial grade). I remember my first visit; It was when I stopped by later in the day looking for a birthday cake for my son's 8th birthday about five years ago. I ended up choosing their chocolate mousse cake on a whim since it was one of the cakes they still had on display, and it turned out to be a good decision. My son loved it, but it was too chocolatey for me so he ended up having most of the cake. Still one of the memories I remember most from here. It was something I kept in mind that if I wanted more options and variety, I should arrive earlier in the day. There are a few downsides that keep this from being a full 5 stars for me though. The parking lot is very small and street parking can be difficult, especially during busy hours. The place gets crowded very easily, which is why I usually preferred walking there when I lived nearby. There's often a guard stationed at the front kindly holding the door open, though I imagine that's also due to the neighborhood. Pricing is definitely on the expensive side, but honestly that's fairly expected with a patisserie. My biggest issue is that service can noticeably decline when they're overwhelmed. Depending on when you visit, the line can get absurdly long (almost out the front door), and I've experienced slower service and even had my drink mixed up with another customer's order once. Since I order oat milk due to lactose intolerance, getting the order correct is pretty important. Thankfully, when the bakery isn't overly busy and adequately staffed, the employees are attentive, friendly, and very helpful with the ordering process if you have questions. It is still one of the Sacramento bakeries I miss after moving away. It was so lovely to have a bakery down the street from home.

Palette Cakes absolutely exceeded every expectation we had for our wedding cake. From the very…read morefirst look, it was clear this wasn't just a cake it was a true work of art. The level of detail was unbelievable, and the sugar flowers were so realistic that guests genuinely thought they were fresh florals. Beyond how stunning it looked, the cake tasted just as incredible. It's rare to find a cake that's both visually flawless and genuinely delicious, but Kellie absolutely delivered on both. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful and yummy it was. Kellie was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process creative, responsive, and clearly passionate about her craft. If you're looking for a cake that will completely elevate your event and leave a lasting impression, Palette Cakes is truly unmatched and worth the investment.

After having lunch at Lido Cafe (in Carmichael), I noticed the Palette Cakes shopfront. It was a…read morecouple of shopfronts over in the same nondescript shopping plaza as Lido. I beelined it over there to check them out. Why? Because I do luv a good bakery. As I walked into the shop, there was a gentleman at the counter. He turned out to be the owner, Carlos. Him and his wife own the shop which they opened about a year ago. She's the baker. Their speciality is custom order cakes. Gorgeous, sophistically designed cakes. But they are not a one trick pony. No sirree. They also sold cupcakes, trifles, cream puffs, and tarts. They were all sitting pretty looking divinely delicious in a refrigerated counter. I bought two cupcakes. One was a honey roasted peanut butter on chocolate cupcake and the other I forgot the name of. But it was a chocolate cupcake of some sort with a vanilla type of cream frosting. Those were $4.50 a piece. Carlos told me the cupcakes are cold but best eaten about 40 minutes to a hour at room temp. Sorry to say I had no will power to wait that long. They both got devoured shortly after I got back to my car. Even without the wait, it was delicious. Moist, flavorful cake. The frosting was delicious and piped on perfectly. Sure the frosting was a bit stiff when I ate it because I had no patience to let it settle to room temp, but it didn't take away from the taste. Homemade perfection.

I love discovering new cafés and bakeries, and today I discovered Café 33. From the outside, it…read morelooks like your ordinary café, but once you walk inside, it's surprisingly spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated with art and games. Our server welcomed us with a warm smile, which made the experience even better. They have plenty of options for food, drinks, and desserts. One thing I absolutely loved was that they had samples of all their cakes. I got the red velvet cake with a chai latte, and he got the Salmon Sunrise bagel, and a cold brew coffee. Everything was perfection. The vibe was super cozy and comfortable. The only downside was the parking structure since there aren't many parking spots available. Overall, this is a very nice café, and I'll definitely be coming back.

Half a kids meal worth of chicken tenders and flavorless waffles for $15. No flavor all around,…read morehow are the pictures on yelp so deceiving?! Save your money and skip.

A good friend got me my birthday cake from here and loved it!…read more It was light and delicious. Will try other goodies they have :) Highly recommend.

I finally tried the taro drink--it was just okay, nothing I'd order again. I got it with low sugar…read moreand was glad to try it once, but it didn't stand out. What I really come here for are the taro buns. They're the best thing on the menu--very soft, fluffy, and consistently good. I'm always looking for taro items, and the big buns are definitely where this place shines. I also picked up cookies for my son (brownie cookie, and macadamia), but we didn't like them. They tasted mostly like sugar, were very hard, and felt like they were missing flavor. Their coffee is good, especially the Vietnamese coffee. Service could be friendlier--it doesn't feel very personal or welcoming. The Rancho Cordova location is in a large shopping center with plenty of parking, but the area itself feels a bit sketchy. Overall, a few standout items, but the experience could be warmer and more consistent.

A bit off the beaten path in Fair Oaks, you might not even know this gem exists. I hesitate to post…read morethis review because I love that it's never crowded. It has become our favorite after church Sunday breakfast spot. The food is fresh and flavorful. Burgers and sandwiches are amazing, but my favorite is the quiche Lorraine which is done crepe style with smoked bacon and caramelized onions. Their soups are always so good as well. The pastry counter if filled with an assortment of fabulous deserts and pastries, from scones to tiramisu. Plenty of indoor seating and lovely patio seating as well. Friendly service, very clean and quality fresh food. Great coffee too! Enjoy!

At first glance outside, you would think this cafe was going to be a good experience until you…read moredrive into the parking lot, it was pretty empty! We came here after our 5-mile walk near the river, and this place was nearby. There were no customers dining in on a Sunday, very odd. So, we thought we've made a mistake and was about to leave, then one of the waitresses told us that they served breakfast and handed us a menu. The menu was very limited and overpriced! I ordered the lemon buttermilk pancakes with potatoes for $14!!! The menu stated 3 fluffy pancakes with housemade lemon curd with strawberries. What I got was 3 small thinly made pancakes with a tiny serving of lemon curd on the side. If you're going to serve me pancakes, I expect them to be huge and thick for that price! That one tiny strawberry I've got on top of my pancakes was a sad little touch. I expected a few strawberries like the menu stated and only got one! That was not worth my money! My friend ordered their breakfast croissant. This meal was a huge letdown! We could have had a decent breakfast someplace else.

Great spot for coffee and pastries!…read more Paris Baguette has fresh, tasty food, quick service, and a nice modern vibe. Will be back!

Overall good bakery. I liked and would re-order about half of the items I tried…read more They have two cases near the entrance and additional items (like cakes/tarts) near the cashier. You grab the tongs, tray, and paper to line the tray to the right of the entrance door. I selected the following items: Cheddar Cheese Twist, Red Bean Bread, Chocolate Supreme Croissant, Ganache Cream Cake (slice), and Strawberry Chocolate Chip Pastry. I also ordered a Matcha Latte. I enjoyed the one savory item I ordered; the bread tasted like it was of good quality. The Ganache Cream Cake slice was light, which l enjoyed. The other items didn't really stand out to me. I also previously had the Duet Roll Cake but only liked the chocolate half; the raspberry side tasted very artificially flavored to me. A nice spot to check out if in the Arden area.

Now THATS a chocolate croissant! Huge, tons of lamination, thick-ass bar of chocolate, and…read morechocolate drizzle on top?! I had one, then had to buy another. It's that good. It's a higher price point than other places, sure, but the quality justifies it! Buy these for a client or person you want to impress. Haven't tried the scones yet. But I will the next time I go back.

I've been coming to this bakery for yearssss. We love their fruit bakery cake, Princess Cake and…read morehave a handful of favorite pastries. I've been to Pastry Heaven the past 3 days in row after trying their Choco Pistachio Roll. Oh my goodness! Its heaven. Go early if you want one because they sell out. This is the type of place you take out of town guest to show him what your town has to offer ! Everything is so super delicious and the workers are very kind. Closed on Sunday and Monday.