Wildly popular bakery/patisserie located in Pasadena. This place got on my radar cause I saw that they were one of the best croissants/chocolate croissants in the Los Angeles area. I was in the area and wanted something light for breakfast and remembered that I've been wanting to come here. Parking was pretty easy to find on the street since it was early in the day. The line was almost out the door when I got there, but relatively short from what I've heard. Plus it moved pretty quickly. The people here were friendly and the space had an artsy vibe to it. Of course, I had to get the chocolate croissant and I also ordered a coffee to go with it. It was buttery, flaky, and had a good amount of chocolate. Definitely a gem of a place located in Pasadena. Would love to come back and try some more of their goods. read more

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Perf all the time! The croissants here are so good. I've tried a variety of them and you can't go wrong with any of them. My favorite is the ham and cheese one but even the plain one is tasty. Free parking in the back, just let the guy know you're going to the bakery read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Ham and cheese - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

I'd love to give the place a 10/10. I am a coffee and pastry lover. The place smashes them both together into this beautiful little shop. As Pasadena goes, parking can be a little tough but its worth circling for street parking. I got there super late on a Sunday but was lucky enough to nab the last kouign amann from the case. Since I'd never been there before, I also picked up a chocolate bar with hazelnuts. I went for my usual iced vanilla latte but added their cold foam. The girl taking my order was very nice and even apologetic about their limited pastry options. I knew I'd made a mistake by getting there so late on a weekend. But I'm just so glad I got what I ordered. The coffee was delightful! It was perfectly creamy! The cold foam was a great addition to the drink. The kouign aman was out of this world! Perfectly crusty and caramelized. It's one of the best ones I've ever had. I cant wait to go back and try other items. Lesson learned...I'll be there early! read more

After seeing long lines and hearing about sold out pastries, I needed to try out their baked goods. Spoiler alert to my review, I was left wanting..... I ordered their famous chocolate croissant and their turkey and ham croissant. Both items were almost empty on the inside. There was only two small pieces of chocolate in one and the other had two nail sized slices of meat. It was a very disappointing experience especially waiting in line for about half an hour. The croissant itself was nice. It was flakey, crumbly, get all over the place mess -- which is a sign of a good croissant. The inside was soft and buttery. However, for about $10 for each croissant, it was not worth it at all. Plenty of other bakeries in the same area for a fraction of the cost and much more filling. Bon appetite yelpers! read more

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Despite all the new bakeries popping up in Pasadena, this is still my favorite spot for croissants. They almost always have a line, so be prepared to wait. There's some seating inside and outside if you want to stick around and eat. They also sell some cute merch inside, including shirts, small tote bags, and chocolate bars. The pastries go fast! They open at 8 a.m., and I recently arrived around 8:30 only to find that they were already sold out of my favorite, the spinach and feta. They really do savory pastries well here. Since I missed out, I tried their monthly special, the maple cinnamon pecan, but unfortunately, that one was a miss for me. My biggest complaint is that I wish they made larger batches. I understand it's a small facility, but running out of a popular pastry within 30 minutes of opening is hearIf you have your heart set on something specific, I'd recommend getting there as early as possible. read more

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Overall, highly solid experience... but would I say it's the best croissant ever in town? It's very good, but I still am unsure if it is absolutely a must try for anyone in LA. That being said, I do believe the quality is one of the best, so worth it if you happen to be in the area and don't mind a bit of a wait. You can see them making the baked goods in the store and the dough is a work of art. There seems to always be some kind of wait and the outside wait is a tad brutal, but there are a bunch of umbrellas you can borrow from the inside, which is a nice gesture from this place. Onto the goods - the chocolate bars are quite steep. Two of these plus a matcha latte and a single chocolate croissant was around $47, so keep that in mind before you stack too much in your cart. The matcha latte was passable in my opinion as well, since the matcha doesn't stand out. A lot of oat milk was used in mine, which diluted most of the matcha. I guess stick to what they are good at. The standout of course is the chocolate croissant. It's quite flaky. Where the surprise comes in is that there seems to be a custard layer inside, along with melted chocolate around the outer parts of the croissant. It's a unique experience and recommend trying while it's hot. read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Chocolate croissant - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

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My friend and I wanted to come here to hang out for a bit after our fitness class nearby. There was a line going outside when we arrived around 11:15am on a Saturday morning and I think it was about a 15-20 minute wait. Once we got to the counter everything was quick because they just pack everything up right away. I ordered the Spinach Feta Croissant ($8.40), Berry Danish ($6.95), and Turkey Ham & Gruyere Croissant ($8.50). The berry danish was cleared out at the front glass but I asked if they had more coming in the back and luckily they did. The other two were ordered from the glass displays. I wouldn't say they're the best croissants I've ever had, but they were still pretty good. Only thing with the ham and cheese croissant was that I cut it in half the short way to share (so you would think both halves would have an even distribution of everything) but all the ham was pushed to one side that their half literally had no ham in it. There were a lot of other things on display that looked really good so when I venture out to this part of town I'll have to come back and give those a try. I definitely recommend coming in early because a lot of things in the front displays were cleared out by the time we got to the front. They do keep making more but it's not a guarantee. read more

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I would give Artisanal Goods by CAR 10 stars if it were an option. We've been around the country and the world and have had some truly world-class pastries, and CAR has a rightful place in that conversation. The quality of the ingredients and attention to detail are apparent in every bite and every sip. It is well worth the wait you'll most likely encounter. No matter how busy they are, the staff will greet you warmly--even coming out with umbrellas like they did for us when it was raining--and take the time to help you order, converse, and genuinely make you feel welcome. There are limited tables inside to enjoy your haul, but if you're lucky, a spot will open up and spare your car from the flaky goodness that will inevitably rain down all over your clothes and upholstery. Either way, it's worth it. CAR is exceptional. read more

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Came in here last weekend after a friend told me about it. Long line and about a 20 minute wait. Something about their process seems inefficient as the ordering seemed to take quite a while for some customers. The pastries were beautiful. We had lunch plans nearby, so grabbed one to go to take home and share with my dad. Ordered a pain au chocolat (chocolate croissant). While it wasn't as fresh 8 hours later (nor did I expect it to be!!!!) it was large, the finish was beautiful and the chocolate high quality. I think if I had eaten it right away, it would have been even better. However $7 is on the high end for a single pastry. Would I come back here for the croissant and/or to try other offerings if I was in the area? yes. read more

There was a 25 minutes wait to get to the counter and unfortunately, we had to stand outside in the 11 am Pasadena heat. The staff was very nice and we ordered the classics. - Croissant : was fresh, flaky and a good size. The only small issue: 20% of it goes on the table as it literally crumbles at each bite. A good croissant should have some elasticity lacking here. - Pain au chocolat: quite large with maybe too much chocolate.But the flavor was on point. I liked it but my wife thought the extra chocolate was too much of the good thing. She reminded me that in the pain au chocolat in France, you actually feel the chocolate under the tooth at each bite. Between the two, I would get the plain croissant next time. Final thoughts: These pastries are more expensive than in other places( pain au chocolat for almost $7 and croissant for $5.5). Would I come back: yes to get the plain croissant. read more

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I was genuinely impressed by their chocolate croissants, they were absolutely delicious and easily the highlight of my visit. It does get quite busy, and the line can be a little long, but honestly, it's so worth the wait. There's something really charming about the place, and I loved the overall experience. The space is a bit small, but the service was warm and welcoming, which made the visit even more enjoyable. Definitely a spot I'd happily come back to! read more

I am a big fan of croissants and I couldn't resist the sign which says LA's Ultimate Croissant sign on the store, while I was just passing by the street. I got curious also due to the queue outside the store. We ordered 2 chocolate croissants and we loved it. It was super crispy on point, melting in the mouth. So good. Really appreciate the layers in the croissant and the crispyness. I would definitely recommend this place for my friends and family. read more

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We came by at 9am on a Saturday and there was a short line outside the bakery. We waited about 25 minutes before getting to the front of the counter. The bakery is pretty cozy with displays of chocolate and coffee everywhere! I thought about picking up some chocolate but without a price tag I didn't want to take the risk. When we finally got up to order, we were greeted by a friendly staff who patiently let us view and decide on what to order. I think the line moves slowly because their pastries are all displayed in the corner rack, so you really have to look up and down to see all the available options. We ended up getting an Americano, a Cocoa cloud and chocolate croissant to enjoy there, and a lemon berry pastry and chocolate chip cookie to go. The food and drinks came out quickly. The chocolate croissant was visually stunning, you can see each of the 50 layers of laminated dough. The one downside for me was they don't reheat pastries, and all the premade ones have been sitting out so the croissant was cold and not very fresh. It was still delicious since you can tell they used good ingredients from the flavour of the butter and chocolate. I just wish the croissant layers itself were still flaky and crispy. The coffee tasted just ok and felt a bit watered down, we both craved a bit more caffeine after finishing the drinks. We tried the chocolate chip cookie and lemon berry pastry reheated after we got home. The heated up croissant layers were incredibly flakey buttery and delicious paired with the velvety lemon curd. The chocolate chip cookie however was a disappointment, after reheating it the texture of the cookie came out perfect with slightly crispy edges and a gooey center. However, the cookie itself didn't have a lot of flavour and the chocolate in it wasn't nearly as good as what they use in their chocolate croissants. I definitely think it's worth coming for a visit, but I would recommend just getting their croissant based pastries to go, and enjoying it at home once it's reheated for the optimal enjoyment. read more

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Delectable baked goods! We had the Chocolate Pain which was HUGE and a deliciously flaky croissant filled with chocolate. We also had the lemon Blueberry pastry which was also very good. I had a hot latte with oat milk which I liked. My dining companion had jasmine tea which was over-steeped. Reasonable prices for the quality. Dining indoors or outdoors. With the wait in line which moves faster than you think. read more

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Delicious pain au chocolat and it's huge! They sell some merch by the entrance and there was a short line already at 8:45am on a weekday.. there was an outlet by one of the tables so it's also nice to be able to do some quick work here. Will come back for their other pastries. read more

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I had the turkey ham and Gruyère croissant. It was very good and an unsweetened cold matcha latte which was also very good. The service was casual. The wait wasn't too long, it took longer to get my drink than the wait to order. read more

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This is an exceptional French style bakery. It is also popular with people waiting in long lines down the street. It is worth it. All the pastries are perfect. My personal favorite is the kouign-amann. It is a round, multi-layered sweet pastry from Brittany, France that melted in my mouth. Satisfying and rich. The monkey bread is also phenomenal as are the chocolate croissants. We ate here on several mornings and everything was simply the best. Freshly brewed coffee, lattes, and teas-- all high quality. Tip: go early in the day. Enjoy. read more

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Purely on the Kouign-amann that we enjoyed today, it's a 5. Could not have done it any better. Loved the shape of it. The pastry wasn't wet, soggy or stodgy. It was crisp with a nice brûlée on top, but not thick like many of the typical Kouign-amanns you get around L.A. The iced latte was well-balanced. Espresso to milk. The espresso that they're using is good. There was a line out the door on a Tuesday morning in June. They just celebrated 5-years of business back in March 2026. Kudos!!! I'll be back to try some of their other croissants. The atmosphere is okay. Fairly bland but the product they're selling--croissants--is where it's at. Street parking in the area. read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Busy Tuesday morning. - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

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You could say the stars were aligned. Across the street, we had just finished eating lunch, some darn good Venezuelan food. We should have allowed that to be our indiscretion for the day. But nooooo. Mr. B can smell sinfully yummy calories, even with a bag over his head, a mile away. Their specialty... chocolate croissants. Thus, we let Artisanal Goods lure us in. No parking, way too busy, way too full to seat us, a line bursting out the door, the tiny bakery cafe still seduced us. That is, Mr B circled the block in the car but pushed me out to get in line. It was the idea of a flaky, buttery, chocolate croissant crumbling all over his shirt that made him do it. And I had no intention of saying no. The line went quickly. The last Kouign Amann had just escaped my clutches to the guy in front of me, darn it. But there were still trays upon trays of freshly baked, massive chocolate croissants displayed in their custom, wood display case right next to the register. Sorry about no pictures, but you know how things get out of hand sometimes. However if you want to experience an orgasm in pastry form, I suggest you high tail it here. read more

There is always a line out the door because everyone says the best chocolate croissants are made here. I'd have to say that the chocolate croissant it one of the best I've had mainly because the quality of the chocolate is good and there is double the amount of chocolate than what is typical at other places. While it was a good experience. I don't think I'd want to wait in the long line for it. read more

This review is based on Hubbers taking a couple of their baked goodies home. Hubbers was racing about this place: there's always a line, they sometimes run out of some of their baked goods and just downright popular. He works nearby and promised given the opp, he'd bring at least a couple of items home for me to try. A promise he kept. KOUIGN AMANN: He was curious to try this because of its multiple and flaky layers. I was impressed at first bite, it being full and flavorful at the same time. And the texture and flake of the outside added to the experience. I really liked it! CHOCOLATE CROISSANT: I'm not a sweets fan, but the chocolate here was more a sidekick and not overwhelming at all. Bites were light and flaky. This too, I liked. He also got a bar of Hazelnut chocolate which I left for him to enjoy. (Again, I'm not really a fan.) FOOD: 5. Based on two items. SERVICE: N/A. VALUE: 3. I felt it's a bit pricey, and although I will admit the quality is solid, not sure about $7 croissants and &14 chocolate bars... but if you feel like indulging or deserve a special treat, then go for it. PARKING: Street only according to Hubbers. There might be parking structures nearby. OVERALL: 4. A definite must stop should I find myself in the area. Would like to someday try their savory baked goods. Hopefully sooner or later! read more

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Matcha is very delicious , there pastry are very fresh as well great place For all the first timers this is well recommended it won't disappoint at all Very great service , and very nice to customers, are is very clean to chat with friends and family definitely will be returning back read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Matcha and pastry - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

Love this neighborhood spot. Weekends the line can get very long very fast so best to come early if you intend to get pastries AND drinks. We were short on time so we got the Turkey/Ham & Gruyère croissant. All I can say if it had eggs it would be chefs kiss! Still so yummy. Also got the chocolate chip cookie and of course the star of the show....Chocolate croissant. The staff is super friendly. Prices all over have gone up so I am happy to support good local shops when I can. My money is well spent here. read more

Very very excellent quality pastries. My friend came from out of town and agreed this is one of the best (if not the best) laminated pastries in LA county. What I've tried: -Plain croissant: Some of the best lamination I've ever seen. Large and ultra flakey. Great even 2 days after purchase. Buttery deliciousness. -Pain Au Chocolat: Done very well. Still very flakey and chocalate-y. Melts beautifully when toasted. -Kouign-Amann: Great execution. Crispy but not soggy or too tough from the sugar brulee exterior. Nice hit of finishing salt. Interior was still plush. Delicious. -Almond Croissant: Good but not as stellar as the other pastries. I did enjoy the crunch of the almond slivers and appreciated that the toppings didn't weigh down the pastry dough itself. -Chocolate Chip Cookie: Very good brown butter notes but I wouldn't mind the cookie to be a teeeny bit thicker. -Ricotta Pesto: Delicious. Pesto was pronounced and filling was creamy. Heated up very well and pastry dough maintained all the flakey layers despite the filling in the center. The shop and parking: Parking immediately outside of the shop is paid meter. Free parking is available if you walk about a block or two down behind the shop along the apartment units. It's a short 2-5 minute walk so I'd highly recommend doing that if you can. Just make note of the no parking signs in case there is street sweeping or any restrictions but I've done this several times now with no issues. The shop is relatively small but has a good amount of seating with maybe two tables outside. I've been at different times and only once has there been a line that has gone out the door. Still, it was a short wait (about 12-15 mins). The shop also sells merch like t-shirts and adorable mini tote bags. They also have unique chocolates from different countries of origin for sale. Prices of pastries are on the higher end but they are very high quality given the sourced ingredients and 3 day process. You can actually see them folding and extruding the croissant dough behind the glass if you come at the right time! They have seasonal offerings and an option to pre-order online as well. Overall: Amazing quality. Everything you would want and expect from laminated pastries. Will continue coming back! read more

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I've heard great things about Artisanal Goods by CAR, especially from foodies on Yelp and Instagram. I wanted to see what all the hype was about. It truly lives up to the hype, and exceeds it IMO. Have you ever tasted something so good? That "mhmm" sound accompanied every bite. It might sound cliché, but this was truly a great croissant. The flakiness is truly exceptional! You'll want to eat these on a plate or in the box, as they are crumbly delights. The interior is cozy and aesthetically pleasing, with exposed brick, bright lighting, and cocoa bean sacks from around the world creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a hot coffee and pastry while working or catching up. The lighting inside for taking pictures of the pastries wasn't great, much to my wife's dismay. I moved outside to get some better shots. What have I become?! I devoured those pastries until my wife asked me to save some for our son. Probably a good idea before I overindulge in gluttony. I devoured the crumbs of those flaky croissants out of the box with absolutely no shame. The croissants are pricey, but you're paying for quality. I was told the bestseller was the Chocolate Croissant ($6.95), and it lived up to the hype and exceeded my expectations. The website states they use three 60% dark chocolate batons, made in-house from bean to bar, in their Chocolate Croissant. The Kouign Amann ($7.30) was the greatest texture. It was similar to cinnamon bun where the soft and gooey insides and hard outside. The flaky exterior and soft interior offered the best textural contrast. While a bit too sweet for our taste, the texture was exceptional and kept us wanting more. The Turkey Ham/Gruyère ($8.50) was my favorite; I loved the salty flavor. The sesame seeds added a nice, crunchy bite. According to their website, they use premium turkey ham and 6-month cave-aged AOP Swiss Gruyere for this croissant. My wife loved the Berry Danish ($6.95), made with raspberry preserves and fresh blueberries. Surprisingly, I thought it was pretty good too, even though I'm not usually a fan of berry-filled pastries. There was some difficulty finding street parking, but we were able to find a spot across the street. This is a great spot for a first date, casual conversation with a friend or partner, studying, or working. Next time, we will definitely try the coffee since we brewed some at home before coming out. We'll definitely be back to try more! read more

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I'm not as much of a fan as everyone else. I've gone twice now, and both times they were out of what I went for, the Turkey and Cheese Croissant. The second time, it was only 11am. Yet they had so many of the other options, so why don't they make more T&Cs? So the first time I settled for a plain Croissant (almost $6) and it was decent, but very air-filled and crisp, so a lot of it broke off into crumbs. A bit dryer than I'd like as well. Just not much substance. The second time, I settled for a Spinach Feta (almost $9), but it was pretty dry and so was the cheese on top, so by the time I walked to my office all the cheese was crumbs in the bag. The lattes were delish, but very small and everything is expensive. So for one pastry and latte, I could buy a breakfast elsewhere. I'll still try once more for my favorite T&C Croissant, because I just can't resist. Hope to be impressed by that one. read more

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Artisanal Goods by CAR was another must-stop bakery for me -- they're known for their chocolate croissant, so I had to see what the hype was about. We went on a Saturday morning and there was a bit of a line, but it moved quickly. The vibe was lively in the best way -- babies, dogs, people lingering and enjoying their pastries. It felt like such a warm, community kind of spot. The chocolate croissant absolutely delivered -- rich, decadent chocolate with perfectly flaky layers. We also grabbed a chocolate chip cookie (because we always do), and this one definitely served. We decided to try something savory too -- which we don't usually do -- and I'm so glad we did. The spinach ricotta pesto pastry ended up being my favorite. So flavorful, perfectly balanced, and honestly... baby-approved. She was happily snacking on little bites of spinach and ricotta. Coffee was solid -- we went with a latte -- and they have a great variety of drinks to choose from. The staff was also super friendly. The cashier was especially helpful and gave great recommendations on what to order. read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Chocolate croissant, almond croissant, chocolate chip cookie, spinach pesto. - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

came back several times after my first review and this place is worth the hype and more! their seasonal pastries are always exciting to try and the vanilla latte is so good! read more

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Decided to try to place after my girlfriend recommended it. They always have a line when I go, but it moves fairly quickly. I like the vibes inside and how they have a good variety of drinks. I think where this place shines is in it's quality of pastries. Also, the baristas are always friendly. I do think their coffee could use some slight improvements though. Definitely would be a regular if the coffee was more consistent. Salted honey latte, 6.5/10: This was too sour. Got a second opinion from my gf and she agreed. Unsure if this is how the espresso shot was meant to be pulled, or if they added too much salt perhaps. But it wasn't the most pleasant coffee I've had. The honey though tasted like it was good quality. Chocolate croissant, 9/10: Super buttery, light, and flaky. Helllla layers in this croissant. And it has a generous amount of chocolate, they do not skimp. Pairs super well with the coffee. Definitely a top three chocolate croissant in LA. Ham and cheese croissant, 9.3/10: probably the best hamd and cheese croissant I've ever had. They even added a little Parmesan cheese skirt at the bottom of the croissant to give it some extra crunch. They stuffed it generously with ham and melted cheese (gruyere I think?) in the middle. It is a little oily, but but I didn't even mind it cause this pastry is so good. Chocolate chip cookie, 8.7/10: solid chocolate chip cookie. They added a little flaky seasalt on top which was a nice touch. This is a thinner cookie so it does leave you wanting more. I like the big chunks of chocolate. read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - L to R: butter croissant, ham and cheese croissant, choc chip - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This place is right by my house and always has a line. I never understood the hype, so I checked them out online--and they actually have raving reviews. As a foodie, I had to see it for myself! I stopped by with a friend today around 11 a.m. and got in line. It was about 86 degrees, and they actually had umbrellas for people to use--that's a nice gesture. We waited for about 15 minutes, which wasn't too bad. We ordered an almond chocolate croissant, three chocolate croissants, matcha, and a latte. After ordering, we looked for a seat, but the place was full. Luckily, while we waited for our drinks, a corner table opened up and we were able to grab it. We did have to clean the table ourselves, as there were flakes on the table and chairs. I noticed the environment was quite loud, so it's probably not the best place to get work done. But I wasn't there for the atmosphere--I was there for the food. So, let's eat! Once I took a bite of the croissant, I knew the hype was real. It was incredibly flaky (which explains all the flakes everywhere!) and had a good amount of chocolate inside. The almond chocolate croissant was also great, with added crunch from the almonds. The matcha was good as well, but the latte didn't stand out as much. Parking could be an issue since they don't have a dedicated lot. But since I walked, it wasn't a problem for me. The staff were friendly, and they did clean tables when they had the bandwidth. Given the higher price point, I'd say this is a place to treat yourself to something special. I'd suggest ordering ahead, getting it to-go, and just enjoying the croissant--it's worth it. read more

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Flaky chocolate croissants with a coffee compliment? Count me in. This is the only bakery where I've actually enjoyed their croissant, which is saying a lot. I came by on a Wednesday afternoon around 12:30 pm and they had quite a few racks of pastries available. The parking situation isn't terrible but I did find an empty spot on the street across from their shop. I only ordered their chocolate croissant since it's their most popular. I also ordered a cocoa cloud to pair with my chocolate croissant! They have a few tables and counters that overlook the street outside which is nice to get some work done while enjoying their food and drinks. My total came out to be $21.85 and this was for 2 chocolate croissants and 1 cocoa cloud. It's definitely on the pricer side but it was so worth it (in my opinion). Food: Chocolate Croissant (10/10) $6.95: Wow the flakiness? Insane. I did bring this back home and put a plate underneath my croissant so I can enjoy the crumbs at the end (my favorite part). You usually get a block of chocolate in the middle at other bakeries but this croissant was so different. The bottom layer of the croissant was literal chocolate and you'll get chocolate in every bite you take. The crispiness of the layer wasn't terrible to the point where all the flakes would be on your plate. It was the perfect amount of crispy and flaky so that you can see the individual layers it has. I didn't think that this was too sweet but the coffee might've cut the sweetness down for me. I would get a whole dozen of these if it was cheaper but this is definitely a once in a while treat for sure. Cocoa Cloud (7/10) $7.95: I thought that this was just okay. It's a cocoa-latte with vanilla bean cream, cocoa, and whole milk (think you can change this). I was enjoying this with my chocolate croissant so I couldn't really taste the chocolate in the drink. I had half my drink left over and enjoyed it and I could finally taste the chocolate afterwards. When I was drinking this with my croissant, it definitely helped cut down the sweetness of the chocolate croissant and added a bitter taste. If you want prefer sweeter lattes, I wouldn't recommend this one. They have so many other pastries available that I would come again if I was in the area! read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Cocoa Cloud - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I've been here twice and each time there has been a small line and it moves fast. All croissants and pastries are fresh and delicious. I also love their espresso drinks here. Their espresso shots are super smooth. I have no idea if they use their own in-house beans or not. You will not be disappointed with any of their classic pastries. This time I tried a lemon berry pastry and it was 4/5 stars for me BECAUSE I did not like the lemon curd. However - LOOK AT THE BUTTERY FLAKY LAYERS. If you're like me and eat it layer by layer, *hi5* Interior is small with a few tables and there are a few small outdoor tables. Street parking and paid parking lot available around the corner. read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Lemon berry pastry - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

I love a good bakery. It's been awhile since I found a bakery that I liked everything I got. And This spot. Truly nailed it Butter croissant. Perfect flakey texture but not dry. Nice and buttery Excellent croissant Chocolate croissant that they are known for. Once again perfect texture. Not too sweet. Not too much chocolate. Done so well Kouign Amann also done to perfection. Texture on point. Just the right amount of sweetness it was pretty big also. Different shape than the usual ones I get. So good Overall one of the best bakeries I been to. And I can't wait to go back read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Everything was done perfectly so good - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

It was pretty busy when I arrived at 11:00am on a Saturday. I think I waited around 20-25 minutes. I got the Spinach & Feta, Chocolate croissant, and the Kouign aman and it was SO good. I also got an Iced Matcha Latte with Cream Top and IT WAS DELICIOUS. The matcha wasn't grainy and you could taste the matcha. The cream top had cinnamon powder on top which complimented the drink nicely. I was also looking at the Cocoa Cloud latte which looked equally as good. read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

I went to Artisanal Goods for coffee with my friend Amelia G., who lives in neighborhood. The place was packed at like 10:00 on a Tuesday morning, with a line to order and every table occupied the whole time we were there. I guess this is the spot for coffee and pastries in Pasadena. It was a cute shop with a millennial-friendly aesthetic. Brick walls, exposed ceiling, and lots of hanging lights. Case full of beautiful pastries, house chocolates and merchandise for sale. The line moved quickly enough, and service was friendly and reasonably fast. A table opened up for us when we needed it, and we sat and enjoyed our coffee and pastry. I got a salted honey latte, which was delicious. I'm not a habitual coffee drinker, and this felt like a special indulgent little treat. I'm not a pastry person either, but the kougin amann was fantastic, rich and buttery and shatteringly crispy. I also got a chocolate croissant to go for my husband, who said it was really good. We sat for maybe half an hour, and when we left, someone was there to take our spot, and we had to squeeze past the line that was coming through the door. I don't like coffee and sweets enough to do all that on a regular basis, but I enjoyed my visit to Artisanal Goods and would recommend it if you want top notch pastries in Pasadena. read more

We went specifically for the chocolate croissant, but they had already sold out by the time we arrived. Even so, the drinks and the other croissants we tried were sooo good. The line wasn't too long, which was nice, and they have seating available in the front, on the side, and inside. Overall, still a great stop--even if you don't get the chocolate croissant! read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

"LA's ultimate chocolate croissant" I can tell the recipe is perfected from my first bite. They go for about $6.5 but they are HUGE. They were extremely flaky and soft inside. Prob the best crossiant I've tried in la. Also we got the cocoa cloud and that was pretty good too. Street parking and parking lots all over the city. Also a few table inside to hang out. I went at 1230pm and there were still plenty of croissants. Can't wait to be back. read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

You can always tell a place is catering to the Gen Z Instagram crowd when the lines are long and the music is loud. I live in the neighborhood and always see long lines around the block outside of CAR. Today was my 2nd visit ever, loved the chocolate croissant, very buttery and flakey (and very messy to eat) but the chocolate cookie was way too sweet and chewy. Come here for chocolate pastries and you won't be disppointed. For best chocolate cookie - go to Berry Opera in Pasadena south Lake. For best almond croissant - go to Artelice in Burbank/Sawtelle. read more

Artisanal Goods by CAR - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I've had this place bookmarked for some time and this morning all the stars aligned. I got there about 15-20 minutes before they opened and was third in line. By the time I was done ordering and had everything there was probably 20 people in line. So getting there a little early makes sense. I ordered 4 chocolate croissants, 3 Monkey Breads, 2 Kouign Amanns, and a partridge....sorry. Wrong song. 1 chocolate bar and a cappuccino. So far I've had a Kouign Amann and the cappuccino. The cappuccino may be the best I've ever had. I don't know what kind of coffee they use, but it was very smooth. That alone is worth the trip. AND, my barista did a cute milk art on top. The Kouign Amann was AMAZING. Layered and flaky I confess I ate the whole thing! I can't wait until I can try the other 2 things I've purchased. After all, the chocolate croissant was the primary reason for going. Now for the negatives: Management should figure out a way for more than one person to take orders and box them up. Even Mom & Pop donut shops often have multiple people taking orders. And Porto's has it down to a science. It would go a long way toward clearing the line faster. My second issue was the price. Quality is expensive. I get it. And I'm fortunate enough to be able to splurge for a treat like this. But with a small tip added to my total I spent just shy of $100! Not something I can do every week. But I would encourage you to save your nickels and check them out! read more

I was finally able to try Artisanal Goods by CAR when my friend and I decided to do a chocolate croissant taste off with another place down the block. I was able to find parking nearby luckily and that was probably the hardest part. However, it was also really hot that day so I came prepared with a big hat because I saw the line wrap around the building. I was able to catch it when I was at a lull and the line moved pretty quick. A couple of other items that looked really good that I need to try. I know there is some seasonal items that sell out really quick to keep an eye out of. The chocolate croissant was great and I'll have to wait to try some of their other items next time which I also hear is amazing. The dining area isn't the biggest popular places. It's probably not the easiest to find a spot to sit and enjoy unless you time it correctly. read more