Trekked over here on a Sunday afternoon and waited in line for about 10 minutes before being served. The interior was pretty cramped based on their layout so it felt chaotic at times. What I got: Kaya bun (10/5) -- no sweetness whatsoever, just pure coconut pandan flavor coming through. Custard had the perfect consistency--thick, creamy, and has a slight egginess that, if you are familiar with dan taat, will appreciate--and did not leech any moisture into the pastry. Also love the choice of coating in dessicated coconut since it again did not add any sweetness and the fineness melted in your mouth with each bite. Pastry itself was buttery and tender with a slight chew crawssant (5/5) -- a seasonal item of twice baked croissant filled with crawfish and mozzarella. Buttery, flaky, gooey with a kiss of heat...it was fun and satisfying to eat not to mention filling. Surely, I will return to pick up some pastries for my loved ones back home. read more

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Fantastic bakery! The boudin boy is amaze balls and the we love the muffuletta bread too. We prefer the vegetarian muffuletta bread but both are good. The service is good. It's an order at the counter kinda place. The place is loud inside and small so we either grab and go or eat outside. We absolutely love this place!!! read more

Before hitting the French Market, I took a little detour to Ayu Bakehouse because I heard so much about it and the hotels and restaurants I was visiting seemed to be getting all their pastries through Ayu Bakehouse. I was hungry, so I ordered the Boudin Boy which combines so many things I love-- boudin, egg, and laminated dough. The pastry was very crispy and fluffy without being too buttery and rich. The boudin was really mild in flavor, which I was surprised by, but this is probably good for those new to blood sausages. It was small but hearty. The server offered me a chili crisp oil, and it was good but I don't think the pastry needs it. I also got the jalapeño cornbread cookie, which was right up my alley! It was nice chewy and crunchy from the cornmeal, and the heat builds up nicely. I got an iced matcha & for some reason I expected that it would be iced usucha situation, but then I realized that it was going to be served as a latte. The matcha is pre batched in a squeeze bottle but it tasted fine as an iced latte. Not super flavorful but not bitter or fishy either. It was such a nice vibe and so busy inside even later on in the morning. I'd love to revisit and try other pastries and sweets! read more

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OMG, AYU! Our hotel mentioned getting croissants and cinnamon buns from this bakery, so say no more I'm in the door! Gotta love that sweet bakery smell when you walk in. Great menu online, for homework. Display case is loaded with a deep variety of rolls, filled pastries, cookies and specialty twists. Back counter had probably six or so loaves, with a garlic olive pugliese really standing out visually with a dark bake. We got a baguette to go, cornmeal jalapeño cookie, sausage roll and a cappuccino. Emily the super friendly bread tender talked up my (pizza) t-shirt, suggested heating the pastry, threw in some butter AND comped a croissant to try. Everything was incredible, the interior structure on the croix next level, flavor too. Capp was excellent. We sat at a wide communal table inside and talked with neighbors. Many outside tables were full , it was a gorgeous late February day. We will be coming back the next two days. I am a sucker for a great bakery and Ayu hooked me hard! read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Sausage roll, croissant, jalapeño cornbread cookie. - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

You can tell they use quality ingredients. Everything tastes fresh and thoughtfully made. The flavors feel clean and not overly sweet. The baker was friendly and welcoming and they he gave us a free sample which was a nice touch. Note they cannot heat up the twice baked chocolate croissant because it is already crispy and "will burn" so be ready to eat that one cold if you buy it. The line took a while though and it's on the pricey side for what you get. Breadstick was small and above average but not excellent. It's more of a treat than an everyday bakery stop. The space is small and cozy so it can feel a little crowded when it's busy. Still good and worth trying, just plan for a wait and expect to pay a little more. read more

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The muffuletta bread stick was crispy on the bottom and soft inside -- so good. I'm not even an olive person, but I enjoyed it. The boudin bread was crispy and worth the wait. I enjoyed a latte while I waited for a new batch. The space is small, cute, and cozy. There was a line when I left. They also gave small samples of the kaya bun. It was light, not too sweet, and the dry coconut bits were not overpowering. The staff was super kind. I would return! 10/10 read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Egads! I had to visit Ayu twice in two days for a couple of reasons. First, they were already sold out of the kaya buns on my first visit. Second, their baked goods were just so damn good I couldn't resist! If you know me, you are probably already aware I have a lot of feelings about food in general, and baked goods and coffee in particular. For example, I think Nutella is a travesty against food and no bake shop that cares about using good ingredients would ever consider adding that industrial dreck into their products. I am also pretty darn protective of my people's pastries. Babka is a thing. Put some respect on its name, and honor its heritage. Ayu Bakehouse is so freaking good that even coming through their door with the above baggage, I was swooning over their chocolate babka knot. Would it be better with a different chocolate hazelnut spread? Absolutely. But I'm going to let it slide. And the Kaya bun? It's a triumph. Especially with a cup of black coffee, which is how srikaya is intended to be enjoyed anyhow. Have you ever taken a sip of black coffee that was so good it literally stopped you in your tracks? I was gobsmacked by the flavor and body of their simple batch brewed coffee. So much so that I called the shop to ask about the beans and their ratios. The coffee comes from Mammoth, specifically their Acacia single origin beans. A batch is brewed from 115g of beans which yields the shop 64 oz of coffee. Don't skip this coffee. And don't skip the bread either. Ayu's Olive & Garlic Fougasse is perfect walking around food. Plump savory olives and sweet roasted garlic combine in a pull apart bread with a crisp crust and tender elastic crumb. FWIW I did not think the Muffaletta Breadstick or the Boudin Boy quite lived up to the rest of the foods. They were delicious to be sure, but just not at the same level. I found the flavors were a bit muted. Regardless they were still fun to eat. I am only sad that I am human and have a finite appetite. I'd love nothing more than to spend the day at Ayu and eat everything they make. Watching hot baguettes emerge from the oven, looking at the beauty of their sourdough loaf, hearing the sounds of espresso shots being pulled, I just know that there is a lot more to love. It's up to you my fellow Yelpers. Get to Ayu. Get there often. Keep them rolling in dough so that when I return to NOLA I can come back and work my way through more of the menu. read more

This review is long overdue -- I've now been to Ayu Bakehouse twice, and both visits were absolutely delightful. The first time I went, I tried the jalapeño cornbread cookie, the parm & chive biscuit, the Boudin Boy (with Lao Gan Ma on the side), and an apple almond danish. Every single thing was incredible -- so much flavor and clearly made with care. The iced vanilla latte might be the best in the city (they use Mammoth Coffee beans!), and it immediately set a very high bar. I went back this week for my first king cake of the season and lucked out by catching a fresh batch of the original king cakes straight out of the oven -- sooo good. Warm, fluffy, and perfectly balanced. The staff is also sooooo nice, especially Emily!! Ayu Bakehouse has officially been added to my list of must-do spots for taking friends and family when they visit from out of town. Between the pastries, the savory items, and the coffee, it's a place I'll happily return to again and again. Highly recommend. read more

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The pastries are top tier. I will say the ONLY reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I wish the savory pastries were warm! The inside is very cute and lively and staff working have a pleasant attitude! I asked about the different pastries and was still thoroughly walked through even though there was a long line. We ordered the kaya bun, parm and chive biscuit, and shroom boom The kaya bun was PHENOMENAL. The inside is filled with creamy custard, resembling egg tart and the outside has coconut shavings. While I don't usually go out of my way to order anything coconut flavored, I will have to say that I woke up from my nap craving this bun! It's not overly sweet and the coconut flavoring isn't too strong. Would 100% get this again. The shroom boom was delectable and flaky. Inside consisted of mushroom and Gruyère cheese. Felt like this would have tasted even better if it were either freshly made or just warmed up! However, I did go at around ~11:30 am and there was a long line. The parm and chive biscuit also would have tasted even better warmed. It's baked in like a 2x2 cube which is a very fun shape. Would pair wonderfully with a soup! Would 100% come back again! The sourdough loaves look sooo beautiful read more

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I tried the coco presso, it was a little sweet for me but good flavor if you enjoy coconut, which I do. My boyfriend got the egg salad as a little snack (I don't even like egg salad but it was good!) and we took home a strawberry tartlet and the coconut Kaya bun, both were light and refreshing and not overly sweet! read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This bakery was right next to our hotel in NOLA and ended up being my favorite food from the trip. Its a casual bakery where you order at the baked goods counters and they pack it as you order. Staff was all super nice and friendly, answering questions about various baked goods and helping with suggestions. We got quite a few things, boudin boy, chicory chocolate croissant, guava passion fruit tart, along with 2 different coffees. As stated earlier, the food was all amazing. The boudin boy had such a light flakey pastry and the boudin was super savory and flavorful, adding their chili oil just took it to the next level. The chicory chocolate croissant was super gooey with the chocolate and still maintained the flakiness you want with a croissant. The guava passionfruit, great flavors and not too sweet. I can't remember which coffees I tried but one was their coconut special... I'm not usually a coffee person so I can't distinguish a lot of the notes but I thoroughly enjoyed everything I got. I'm so glad we ended up close to this bakery and it will definitely end up being a standard visit every NOLA trip. Can't wait to see what other fun pastries I try here! read more

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This café was within walking distance of our hotel and had great reviews, so we decided to stop in for a cup of coffee. It was extremely crowded when we arrived, but the line moved quickly, so don't let that deter you. Seating is first come, first served and can be limited due to the long lines, so be prepared for takeout or a bit of a wait if you're hoping to sit. The shelves were filled with delicious-looking food items; however, since we were heading to lunch, we only tried the olive twist bread. Our beverages were excellent, and the staff was incredibly sweet and welcoming. read more

Friendly service. Good coffee. Now for the important part, the pastries. I LOVE coconut so if it's on the menu I'm gonna pick it and the Kaya bun did not disappoint! Will return for the cocopresso tomorrow. The cinnamon roll was great as well as the Apple bourbon cake. Had the ham and cheese croissant heated up and it was a delicious start to my day. My girlfriend had the mushroom roll and loved it. Didn't get a picture of that one as it was gone immediately. read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Cinnamon roll, Kaya bun, Apple Bourbon cake - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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The pastry js definitely excellent - I chose a gluten free oat cookie and it was one of the best I've had, it had a heavier honey flavor and I rather enjoyed that as it paired with oat very well. I also got the Boudin Boy which had very crisp flaky layers, with equal amounts of Boudin and egg inside. Perfectly baked as well. Losing 1 star as I did not like the service or ambience- the pace of transactions was so slow as only one person was fulfilling orders and then that same employee at the register. It took at least 10 minutes to get two items with only 3 people in front of me. It is difficult to see what items they have until you are right at the counter and it's your turn, which adds to the excessive wait. For that matter, as a local I don't think I would return if the line reached the door. read more

Ayu Bakehouse - It took approximately 10 minutes to serve 3 people ahead of me. - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Best bakery in Frenchmen area. Would highly recommend for anyone passing through walking around. Can get packed , definitely recommend the muffleleta bread and shroom read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Shroom Baked good, Boudin baked good, muffelleta long bread - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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The shop is so cute and welcoming! I had Ayu on my list of places to come during my trip to NO and accidentally stumbled upon it while walking the neighborhood. I already knew i was getting the boudin boy so I ordered that with a water and the boudin boy was warmed in the oven while I waited. Ayu offers many unique pastries it was hard to restrain myself and not get multiple things but I was most excited for the boudin boy as I love boudin and inside a flaky dough, come on! Unfortunately, I was disappointed by the lack of flavor the boudin boy had. The croissant part was delicious, so flaky and buttery but the contents was missing something, maybe more boudin? Also, I didn't get a chili oil that I see on all the pics so that may have helped. I surprisingly liked the egg that was added, it's really unlike anything I've eaten before so I was sad it didn't hit like I hoped. With that being said the customer service was great, the atmosphere was nice and I still want to try the muffaletta breadstick so I'll be back. read more

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We stayed in the wonderful Air BnB located above Ayu Bakehouse, and visited this place most mornings. Their coffee drinks and matcha were excellent. Their pastries, sweet and savory, are very unique and exceptionally delicious. I'll have something from here anytime over Cafe du Monde! Highly recommend! read more

Our niece, who lives in NOLA, said she had to introduce us to Ayu Bakehouse since we love excellent pastries. When we arrived, there was a line out the door, but our niece assured us that it was well worth the wait! She was right. The chocolate babka knot is absolutely amazing. As we travel, we can find chocolate babka bread, but nothing with the flakiness of this beautiful pastry. My niece had never tried the babka knot, but now it's her new favorite. The coffee drinks were also very nice as were the team that work there. What a lovely experience! read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Best ever chocolate Babka! - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Solid bakery located adjacent to a nice, quiet park just past all the action on Frenchmen Street. Croissants were well made (test of a good bakery!). Also tried the Boudin Boy (found the filling a bit weird, couldn't really make out either the boudin or the egg), the Shroom Boom (very tasty!), the Kaya Bun (sweet, yum!) and a breakfast biscuit. read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Croissant, Boudin Boy, Shroom Boom, Kaya Bun, breakfast biscuit - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I went on a run Monday morning, and I saw this restaurant with a huge line. I knew I had to check it out on my trip one of the days I was there. When you walk in, the aroma of the fresh bread hits your nose immediately. You can see the oven behind the register and know that it's the freshest pastries you'll get to taste. So many goods to choose from, but not a lot to stomach space to pack it in for me. I got the jalapeño cornbread cookie, Kaya bun and shroom boom. All were big hits. Kaya bun was my favorite because the custard was delicious. The jalapeño cornbread cookie was also incredible. Drinks were great. We got a standard cold brew and a matcha mint drink. Service was excellent. All the staff were incredibly friendly. A+ bakery! read more

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What a gem! A cute bakery we searched for. They can get super busy both inside and outside, seems like they got a lot of love from the locals. I found out that they do some crawfish pastery, sadly it wasn't the season. However, we loved all the pastries and sweet we got. Love how their decorated the store with a lot of arts. Can improve little on the drinks though. read more

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Such a great place in nola! There was a wait which went by pretty quick within 5-10 minutes we were in the door. There were about 10 seats inside and about 5 small tables outside. The service was so awesome! Out of everything I would recommend the chive muffin/ biscuit & the goat cheese/ fig cake. The baked goods were all fresh and delish! The chai is a bit on the spicy side but it's just how I like it. I would recommend adding in a syrup if you like it sweet. read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Goat cheese & fig cake - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Long lines, eh coffee, pretentious. Frittata had no flavor, baked goods look delish. But I need a good cup of jo without a lot of fuss or wait. Must be popular cuz of the # of stars?! Counter service girls were sweet but we asked for coffee to drink there and it was prepared in cups to go. Baldwin & Company is way better. read more

My favorite bakery in New Orleans. You can't pick just one thing. The cookies are so soft and flavorful. I love the jalapeno cornbread cookie and the boudin boy. Also a must get is their Muffaletta breadstick. It's has a great corner location to sit outside. The only downside we have experienced was the staff. The employee who took our order was not very friendly. She seemed bothered to be at work. I took it as she was having an off day but the barista was the same. read more

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Someone bought the king cake to work and it was so good, I knew I had to get my hands on one. It is not your traditional king cake, but a mix of a king cake and a croissant. I decided to go on a Sunday and I called first asking if they still had king cakes left (a few days earlier my mom went and they were sold out). They told me they had some left so I drove to the store. It's only street parking in that area but thankfully I was able to find a spot. There was a line when I got there and I waited about 15 mins before I was able to go in. This was the Sunday before Mardi Gras so I would assume the wait probably isn't that long other times of the year. It's a smaller bakery but they do offer some seating inside and outside. The workers I encountered were nice. I was able to get the king cake but I will say it is a little on the pricier size as it's kind of small and is $40. Nonetheless, it was good and I'm sure I'll be getting one every year for Mardi Gras Season. read more

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We went Tuesday morning (~10:30am) and there was an abundance of options. I'm a Kaya fan since my trip to Malaysia/Singapore a couple years ago so I had to try their Kaya bun... it was so good! Not too sweet and had the perfect balance and texture. I also bought a few more options: boudin boy, chocolate knot, chocolate croissant, muffuletta, sourdough bread and couldn't leave without trying their cocopresso drink. The boudin boy hit the spot with the chilli oil they provided and the cocopresso drink was perfectly made. Looking forward to going there again when we're in NOLA. read more

This place is amazing. We gotten pastries, coffee and most recently the last king cake they had. I ate 1/2 alone before deciding to share. It was the best I've had in a long time. read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Buttery goodness! - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Cute spot with tasty treats. It's small and there is a line. The egg and cheese roll are pre assembled, you can add bacon for a few dollars. My issue is they reheat them and the eggs were still cold in the middle. We were walking and eating within a few mins of leaving so there was no going back to address the cold eggs. Coffee milk options are while, oat, almond it half and half. I do appreciate that they do not upcharge for almond considering the limited options. read more

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All the pastries we got here were amazing. We tried the shroom boom, the chocolate babka, boudin boy and kaya bun. The chocolate babka was my favorite, it reminded of a ferroro rochero because of the nutella in a flaky pastry. The place was busy when we got here but got through the line quickly and a seat by the baristas. Great food and service with a nice ambiance. Highly recommend when visiting New Orleans! read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Kaya bun - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I've been wanting to come here for a while now, so I made sure to come in my latest trip. I got up early (stayed in CBD area and walked here, got here at 8:45am) there was a line out the door. When I got inside the door, I had a view of the pastry cases. It looked like some of the things I wanted were gone. They were bringing over trays of things to a rack nearby. I was hoping that some of the things I wanted were there. They were sold out of the chocolate chicory croissant and the parm chive biscuits. They did just bring out the boudin boy tray, so I got 2 of those, a pumpkin Danish, chocolate babka knot, jalapeño cornbread cookie and an olive and garlic fougasse (a loaf of bread). Everything was delicious! Boudin Boy sort of reminded me of an Irish sausage roll. The jalapeño cornbread cookie was chewy and the heat hit you in the back of your throat later, very unique. I got a muffaletta bread stick, love the idea, but the fill ins either fell off or there wasn't much to begin with. I also grabbed a cappuccino and it was good. Next time I come to Nola, I'll have to get there even earlier, so I can try the things that I missed. read more

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When I saw the line down the sidewalk at Ayu, I knew I was in the right place! We waited for about 20 minutes on a weekday at about 10:30 AM. Once you get inside, the process of getting your items is extremely fast. At Ayu, There is obviously a lot of technical finesse happening. That being said, there were only a couple of pastries that that I felt were so unique that I couldn't get them anywhere else. The jalapeño cornbread cookie was my favorite item! It was buttery, crumbly and had a little heat at the end. The Boudin Boy, cinnamon roll and chocolate babka knot were good but honestly lacked a little pizzazz for me. The seasonal pumpkin cheesecake danish was also delicious but I wish there was a stronger hit of flavor. Overall, the bakers clearly know what they are doing! You just need to be selective about what you really want to try. read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Muffuletta stick, Boudin boy, pumpkin cheesecake danish, jalapeño cornbread cookie, cinnamon roll, chocolate babka knot. - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Let me tell you -- Ayu Bakehouse is that spot on Frenchmen. You don't just wander in; you arrive there like fate ordained it! First off -- Ayu. In Jersey, that's how we say hi to each other. So the minute I saw the sign, I was like, oh, this place already gets me. Then I met Darby -- girl had a smile so big I swear I could see it from the French Quarter. Cool as hell, all good vibes, great service, AND she complimented my Biggie shirt (so you kno she a real one)! Now the food? Unreal. I started with this pumpkin-raisin-custard-Danish type situation that was criminally good -- warm, flaky, rich. I ate that thing before my coffee even hit the table. Had to double back immediately for round two: some chocolate-on-top-of-chocolate-on-top-of-chocolate madness. Crispy on the outside, gooey inside -- straight-up pastry magician-ry. Coffee? Strong, smooth, not that watered-down tourist brew you get on Bourbon. Bottom line -- Ayu Bakehouse is the truth. Great coffee, wild pastries, and Darby's out here brightening the block with that smile. If you're anywhere near Frenchmen in New Orleans, go there, grab whatever's hot, and tell Darby the dude in the Biggie shirt said "A-Youuuu""! read more

Cute and popular spot! Despite the crowd, the service was very quick and the staff was very friendly. The pastries were delicious, especially the Shroom Boom! Order the chili oil on the side with the Boudin Boy--delicious!! Definitely will return to try the other lunch items :D. read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Seasonal Pumpkin Cheesecake Danish - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Visit Ayu Bakehouse, you won't regret visiting... but you will regret NOT visiting! You can also order online if not local anymore. The delicious and game changing Queen Bee king cake arrived in all her glory! Thank you thank you for sharing this Queen Bee filled with local love to us! We are a small but mighty urban farm with beehives and other local produce. So, it was an honor to find your bakery. It's vital to source and utilize local ingredients when possible. Not to mention, you can never go wrong with citrus and honey! So, supporting a local Bakery who sources local ingredients, while creating seasonal flavors with local ingredients... is a Bakery to GET BEHIND! The Queen Bee herself was a gastronomy lovers delight. Our family may be used to the classic king cake and I am thrilled to have introduced them to their first non traditional king cake. We normally try new spots every year, without repeat, but not Ayu! We plan to order another from you this season (if not sold out online). We will be back year after year. Thank you for going above and beyond. While creating a memorable experiences for our New Orleanian family read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Queen Bee King Cake with seasonal local citrus, honey, and more! - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This cafe brought me a bit of home (LA) when I was traveling in New Orleans this past weekend. I went 3x times in five days, excessive? i don't think so. I had the Boudin Boy which is exquisite. Tried their king cake which was so fluffy with their croissant bread. I also had the Balaka Bread which was a chocolaty goodness. Most importantly their coffee is a 10/10. In true southern manner, the staff is super friendly. The lines can get a little long, but the early bird gets the bread. read more

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Ayu is very cute inside & out. It's also very popular with a line out the door. It's a small shop for the amount of business they get, so be ready to snag a spot to sit while shoulder to shoulder! The Best: the Blood Orange Tart was to die for. I'm a big tarty citrus dessert fan & I loved it! The Rest: the coconut cream was great, but I would have loved for a brighter less one-note flavor, still great tho! The Parmesan/Chive Bread was tasty, but would have been elevated if they offered to heat it. Made the realization after taking a couple bites. We're saving the Blueberry Lemon for later and have high hopes for it. Their blueberry latte had a nice fruity aroma & flavor (not too sweet), just wish there was more of it & less ice! read more

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Ayu Bakehouse was on mine and my husband's itinerary during our visit to NOLA. It was a little out of our way, walking distance wise, but my husband said screw it let's order the Uber and go! So glad we did because this by far was my favorite bakery for pastries and coffee. I felt like a kid in a candy store. So many delicious options to choose from. When I told my husband how much I spent he goes how?! Lol. We ordered: Boudin Boy (Peanut Chili Oil provided, must try) 10/10 Pain Au Chocolat 10/10 Parm & Chive Biscuit 10/10 Iced Mocha 10/10 Iced Latte (Requested for vanilla) 10/10 Hot Mallow - Pecan Praline (have yet to try) Every pastry was so delicately flakey & flavorful. Our iced drinks were not overly sweet, thank goodness, as we are used to being saturated with from our big name coffee shops. I'm so happy we made the time to come here and wish we had tried them sooner during our visit! I would've probably come back everyday if we stayed closer. Highly recommend! read more

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I'm thrilled to discover fantastic breakfast just outside of the French Quarter. The shroom boom croissant when warmed, ( not in a microwave) and vegetarian Muffaletta sticks are not to be missed. read more

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Well, les bons temps are definitely rouler-ing here--this place is magnifique! There was a line outdoors when we arrived, but the overall wait was only 15 minutes or so, and when we got inside we saw why: the place is tiny! Normally, when it's warmer, we imagine that all the outdoor tables are full, but we were happy to grab some last stools by the coffee station after we ordered. For savory goods, we got the chive and parmesan biscuit and it should not be missed! W.O.W. So buttery, so chive-y, so crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. 10 out of 10! We also loved the muffuletta breadstick that had crispy bits of cheese, charred olives, and some nice hunks of the meat (it managed to capture the spirit of the sandwich way better than the salad we had the night before at the High Hat Cafe). Moving on to sweets. The chocolate babka roll was stellar but nothing that hadn't been done before, and same goes with the chocolate chip cookie. No complaints, just nothing special. The kaya bun--which we weren't originally going to get, but the woman helping us convinced us otherwise--was insanely good and so unique with its pandan filling. Not to be missed! Honestly, the only item we didn't love-love was the slice of king cake, which strayed too much from the original and had too much cinnamon. Like, it was good, but we wish it had more of the essence of an actual king cake. Service is quick and efficient, but manages to be friendly, and everyone seemed calm despite the sheer chaos that is this place due to the limited indoor real estate. Strong recommend from us! We'd put this place in the top ten of bakeries that we've been to in the States. Five stars. read more

Went to NOLA for the first time over Thanksgiving! You know how it went, hungover over the weekend. I definitely needed a pick me up so I went to Ayu since it was about 5 minutes from our airbnb, and OMG I wish I could've went every day that I spent here. The chocolate babka knots were INCREDIBLE! I ate it in literally 2 minutes. Also the ham and cheese croissant never fails me and it didn't at Ayu either. I dipped it in the chili oil and it made it even better. I will FOR SURE be coming back every time I go to New Orleans! :) read more

Ayu Bakehouse - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana