Bien Cuit is my go-to spot when I'm treating myself to something indulgent on a cheat day. Their pastries? Absolute perfection. The croissants are buttery, flaky, and practically melt in your mouth. And don't even get me started on their kouign-amann--it's a decadent masterpiece that I dream about when I'm trying to eat healthy. But I have to say, I'm really disappointed that they haven't reopened their dining area since COVID. Part of the charm was sitting down with a coffee and enjoying the vibe while devouring my treats fresh from the counter. Now, it feels a bit rushed, and it's just not the same eating these works of art out of a paper bag on the go. That said, the quality is still top-notch, and I can't stay mad at them when the pastrie is this good. read more

Good bakery but not sure why some rate it so highly. No longer has any indoor seating in pics. Maybe changed since pandemic? read more

We hosted friends for brunch and someone brought a lemon-poppy early grey tea loaf from Bien Cuit. It was the perfect sweet treat to go with our coffee and savories. I hope to try other tasty options from Bien Cuit soon! read more

We recently ordered To Good to Go with the Bien Cuit on Smith. This app. provides day old pastries/bread at a reduced cost. The cookies and loaf of bread we received were awful. They were burnt and hard as rocks. why provide this service when you are giving stuff that is not quality and really garbage! I will never shop at this store ever! read more

The place is located in a busy area; the staff is friendly. The place inside is tiny and smells like fresh pastry that people cook at the back, which is very tempting. I cannot speak for the pastry, but coffee is horrible. Even with added milk, I feel over-burned beans. The prices here are not budget-friendly, and for a small cup of cappuccino with an extra espresso, I paid 7$. I would not be so upset if it would be smooth, but I threw it away. I am not coming back. read more

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Don't buy the stolen! It was over-baked and dry. It was also unproofed. As a baker for over 30 years and having made stolen myself, this was not stolen. Stay away. read more

I wish this place was good because it is around the corner from me. I just gave it my 3rd try. My 3rd stale, rock hard baguette. At $5 a baguette I would wish there was some quality control. read more

I've been a patron of Bien Cuit for well over a decade, and while I still believe their croissants and breads are the best around, I have to take stars off for the pricing. I just picked up a medium latte with regular milk (not oat or hemp or whatever is in style these days) for $6.25! That's wild. Are we still blaming inflation? Did the cost of coffee beans go through the roof? I'll continue to come for the baked goods but will head down the street to Dunkin for my coffee read more

I stopped in to grab a pastry before my nail appointment in the area. I had a cardamom apple danish and the total was $8, which felt super steep for the amount of pastry that I got. Staff were nice, but I honestly can't justify the cost of the pastry. It was good, but not $8 good. They also messed up my order and I almost walked out of the store, but I decided to check before leaving. They were apologetic, but I would've been SOL if I didn't check before I walked out. read more

I visit this place quite often when I am in the area. Good pastries - especially love their seasonal ones - they add interesting combinations Good sandwiches and coffee In one word - I do recommend for breakfast or quick lunch! read more

Well haven't been here in a while since quarantine, but finally had to opportunity to get my fix. Best croissants hands down. It's curb side pick up, you'd have to order online. There's no line of people to pick up, I was there two days in a row, it was just basically grab and go! read more

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We stopped by here for some brunch-y treats on Saturday morning, and wish we had known that there was nowhere to sit because we would have reconsidered going. You'll get service here, but just don't expect it with a smile. We got three goodies and drinks and then just found a bench in the shade a few block away. The brownie was nothing special, and we loved the components on the pickled green tomato danish, but the execution just wasn't right. The tomato slices should have been way thinner because when you took a bite, the whole thing collapsed on itself and the tomatoes started falling off. We did love the almond croissant, which was far and away the best item. The paste was heavenly and the shatter-to chewy ratio felt just right. Iced chai and iced coffee are fine. Our daughter's hot chocolate was the most impressive beverage since it seemed like they scooped legitimate chocolate into the milk. Overall, we weren't impressed, especially for NYC standards. Three stars, but we wish them well. read more

Have been to this place a handful of times. They sell pastries, bread, coffee and some pre made sandwiches. The almond croissant is by far my favorite item. The pastries are delicious and flaky, however I gave this place 3 stars because of the price point. Most of the pastries are $6 and up and are not worth the price in my opinion. On one occasion, I got 3 pastries and an iced latte and the total was almost $30. There are other places in the neighborhood that charge less for the same quality. On another note, staff was friendly and service was quick. read more

A group of us came here first thing in the morning but we found that there wasn't outdoor seating as we thought there was (shown in google and Yelp). So it's not a spot if you want to sit for a while but they have good coffee and the pastries and bread look great. read more

The alluring aroma emanating from Bien Cuit has long caught my attention when walking down the street. My husband and I finally satisfied our curiosity and tried their almond croissant, pear danish, and a miche bread. All three items were extraordinary. The twice-baked almond croissant was our favorite. Rich yet not too sweet, flaky, and generously apportioned with almond paste (or was it frangipane?), it was a thing of beauty in appearance and taste. Bien Cuit's almond croissant is more expensive than others in the area, but you certainly get what you pay for. The pear danish, also twice-baked, was similarly buttery and delightful. Although pricy at $16, the miche bread is hefty and gloriously textured and fermented. It easily upgrades our meals to restaurant quality. read more

Had the everything seasoned croissant based on the recommendation of the very friendly staff, my god it was beyond words the perfect croissant and I'm not a big croissant person. Light airy and just the perfect crispness outside. It is obvious this is a legit artisan baker at work here, there is a ton of attention to detail and craftsmanship. To the negative reviews of the prices you get what you pay for , bagel delight charges 8 bucks for BEC , this place is giving you authentic and deliciously fresh items that you can't get at a bagel store or trader joes read more

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Bien Cuit has some pretty impressive pastry lamination, and their coffee is pretty good too! I've stopped in here and there over the years, usually for a coffee and croissant. Today the barista was very friendly and went out of his way to ask a couple questions to make sure my coffee was the way I wanted it - a great milk to espresso ratio. I also got a croissant that had some pretty beautiful lamination. I've tried their ginger cookie which I absolutely love, and if you like ginger cookies you should definitely get this! I haven't had their bread / sandwiches but I'm committed to trying during my next visit! read more

Shared a croissant with my wife. It was enormous. Light, airy, slightly flakey, and slightly buttery. We had it later in the day and it was still quite good. Service was quick and patient. read more

Delicious chocolate almond croissants! Would love to try the other pastries and cookies. read more

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Bought a stollen today Dec17,2022. Three words: dry. Stale. $32. They stollen my hard earned money!!! read more

I have been to this pastry shop a handful of times though I unfortunately have no photos. The prices are very high and I have a strong suspicion that one of the reasons why the ratings are pretty low here is that they can't be this inconsistent if they're going to charge this much and I kind of have to agree. I wouldn't bother buying one of their overpriced breads here. Go over to court and either go to Le French Tart Deli or one of the numerous decades old Italian spots for cheaper better bread. The Salted Caramel Buckwheat Cookie texture had a nice flavor but the texture was unappetizing. Powdery in my mouth, I found it unpleasant but at least it's one of the cheaper things here. The Red Miso Pain Aux Raisins was a pretty solid raisin/raisin snail bread but I couldn't taste the miso at all which meant at $6 or $6.50 it was not worth it in the slightest. I wasn't a big fan of the Chocolate Almond Croissant either lacking the proper texture and yet again was reminded of other places just being a mile better. They do have some other very unique pastries here but I don't exactly want to play another round of Russian Roulette with their prices. read more

I run by this place a lot and it smells delectable from the outside. So even though I'm not a coffee drinker I couldn't help but bring myself in for some pastries. I ended up buying two. + Ham & brie croissant - good, but standard. wouldn't get again. + Romesco & chorizo danish - really good when heated. unique combo. would get again. The flakiness is perfect. Other loves: + free wifi + wood paneling + all the tables are 2-tops so v easy to chill by yourself Because I chilled here for maybe two hours I had a chance to see more of the staff interactions that other Yelpers have written about. The staff isn't rude but also isn't bubbly either. Yeah sure, they could smile a bit more? But I also noticed how warm it can get in here so maybe that affects the vibe. I don't know. Regardless I do think their pastries are bomb dot com so helllls ya I'm going to come back and order myself a chocolate almond croissant since I didn't get it this time. read more

Stopped here with my husband and had a really nice time. The breads are absolutely delicious. This is a really nice little place which is unique, a nice change from all the chain places that are popping up. My husband had a pain au chocolat, which he said was excellent, and a tea. I had a coffee and regular croissant. We were having dinner with friends later that evening so we picked up a loaf of Olive campagne, since it was something unique that we knew they would love. All in all this was a great spot for a stop as we explored the neighborhood. We'll be back. read more

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i got a whole campagne loaf after hearing it recommended to the two parties ahead of me in line. i walked home excited to slice into the loaf, only to be disappointed when my beautiful $15 loaf turned out to be super tough. OOOOF even my largest bread knife had a hard time sawing through. the only bouncy, soft parts are the centermost 2 square inches of a slice. i sadly ended up giving up after two slices. maybeee good if you're looking for a bread to dip into soup, but if you eat your bread as toast like me idk. the bakery's ambiance was so cute thought that i'd consider returning for a different pastry-- just not the loaves. read more

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I'm always on the hunt for good bakeries, particularly ones that can perfect the art of baking a croissant. I read mixed reviews about this place but decided to take the plunge and check it out. It's a small bakery and once you enter, you are smelling the glorious smell of baked goods. The selection is unique, with both savory and sweet options. They were out of the almond croissant option so I went for chocolate almond instead and I definitely was not disappointed. The croissant was perfectly flaky, just the right level of sweetness, and buttery without being overwhelming! Definitely a win for me. Can't comment on the other items on the menu but a good croissant is a reason for me to be back. read more

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My husband and I saw Bien Cuit on an episode of Unique Sweets so I had to stop in today since I was working in the area. It's a great spot. As soon as you walk in it smells amazing. I couldnt decide what to get so I got a few things. The chocolate croissant was delicious, buttery, flakey and the chocolate was delish. The pecan blondie was chewy and tasty. I havent tried the rest but i am sure they are just as delicious. I can not wait to go back! read more

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Disappointing -- the smell wafting out lures customers in, but the brioche loaf turned out to be dry and have a weird aftertaste. It was enormous, but it'll just take up more space in the trash. The almond croissant was gummy and dense. The racks of cooking pastries as you enter, combined with the smell, do a good job of performing French bakery, but the show is expensive. read more

The best croissant in Brooklyn! This cute little French bakery is open late at night baking for the next morning. We walk by the shop at night just to sniff the smells of pain eu chocolate. I don't know why this isn't more known. Best best best couldn't recommend it enough. read more

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Apparently "bien cuit" is french for very (very very very very) stale. Baguettes so stiff I nearly dislocated my jaw trying to gnaw a piece off. Disappointing because they look very good especially in the bakery so perhaps these are just bread mannequins? Sharp, thin, hard .. they certainly could be weapons - probably should be banned from the subway. In retrospect I'm glad I didn't trip on the way home and skewer myself on the uneven sidewalk. Pastries were also bland, stale, and gummy. Surprisingly there is still a line out the door (granted not that long) and staff are also impressively self-satisfied / snarky despite overall poor quality. PS .. Did I mention I spent $65?? read more

That shiitake cheese quiche was especially delicious. Had to come back twice to have it again. Coffee is PIPING hot so be careful with your first couple sips. Now definitely not the friendliest of spots but I'm from Los Angeles and we're told to expect this so no harm no foul. Wasn't too impressed with the croissants but nevertheless, I enjoyed visiting this place. read more

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Stopped in because of the delicious smell wafting out to the street. I don't know what that smell came from, but it wasn't the petite baguette or pain au chocolat we ordered. The croissant was a bit stale and probably not very good when fresh either. The baguette was utterly tasteless. We threw it out after 3-4 bites. Service was ok for the super quick transaction but prices are exorbitant. High prices are acceptable for exceptional quality, which Bien Cuit did not deliver. read more

Here is my optimal game plan when it comes to Bien Cuit: 1 - find a reason to need a loaf of bread. We typically come to Bien Cuit whenever we plan to make soup later that day. Lots of choices at reasonable prices, and you have the convenient option to get only a half-loaf. 2 - pick out a sandwich to enjoy while there. I personally would opt for the Breakfast Sandwich or Turkey Croissant. Simple and tasty, despite being a bit overpriced for what you receive. Skip the salmon. 3 - eat the sandwich in their awesome garden area. It's pleasant, peaceful, and usually empty. To me, this is the key selling factor for ordering breakfast there, as the interior seating space can get tight. I probably wouldn't come to Bien Cuit only for the sake of eating, but their bread and garden make it a good spot regardless. read more

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The night before I was in the mood for a well crafted, French Pastry. Once a upon a time there was a perfect spot on the Upper East Side. Francois Payard Patisserie was my go to spot any time of day, a light lunch with a glass of wine or a latte with their fabulous baked goods. It was a warm and rustic spot that just closed one day. Walking into Bien Cuit, it had the same French-Country rustic feel. There aren't wines by the glass but there are fresh baked pastries, coffee and more importantly Tartines. I see the freshly baked breads and loafs. I zero in on a beautiful looking Salmon Tartine. Made with Horse Radish Crème Fraîche, Pickled Beets and Fresh Dill on long piece of Campagne bread, it was the perfect size for my lunch. There was no wine but I had a nice latte in a large mug. I also snuck in a small chocolate thingy they were selling under glass. First time impression? I'm a fan. There's a Specullos Éclair with my name on it. ;) read more

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Went here for a coffee and got a delicious cortado. They had amazing looking pastries that I plan to try next time I return. The customer service was great and the place was very clean. read more

So fun to see racks of baked breads, pastries, croissants, and cookies! I got a toasted ham & Brie croissant and honestly it was underwhelming. It took the fourth bite (on BOTH ends) to hit any ham or cheese, and when I did, the ham was a thick slab of meat which did not get heated during the warming up process. I feel like the ham should have been diced and equally distributed throughout the long croissant. Ensuring the whole croissant and each bite has some juicy ham and cheese would make the croissant more enjoyable, as opposed to the current enjoyability level of 30%. The croissant ends were also pretty dry and too flaky, not buttery. read more

One of the best bakeries in the area, and truly a gem in the neighborhood! Pros: - BEST plain croissant in the city (fight me); my go-to - Love their cookies - Free wifi - Wonderful breads that are baked fresh - Good number of tables (although they can fill up during busy times) Cons: - On weekends the line can sometimes be out of control - Service/cashiers can be hit or miss (some are unnaturally grumpy) read more

Pastries - 4/5 - While I cannot vouch for the rest of the goodies this place offers, I can comment about their croissants, both plain and chocolate are pretty darn good. The one item I did not like from the haul I purchased was the poppy seed croissant, which for some reason was kind of tough to chew for a baked good that was purchased at 11am. This is something I'd expect at 5pm, but not 11am! Coffee - 4/5 - Strong, well-balanced, happiness in a cup served by the stone-faced employee. Tartine - 3/5 - Salmon tartine was considerably underwhelming, especially when I love salmon. Crust was incredibly hard to bite off and not recommended as a to-go item. Staff - 3/5 - Guy who picked my items was cordial and helpful, but the female at the register have a certain "je nais se qua" that I loosely believe comes off as "I don't want to be here so why don't you just tell me what you want so I can ring you up and GTFO" vibe. Space - 4/5 - Cozy, rustic, welcoming; only complaint here is I wish they make it apparent as to where the line forms. Coming in for solely coffee would be disappointing because there is a line for everything plus coffee, and not just coffee. read more

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I have been trying my best to not overindulge in this place and kill its charm, but I'm not sure that would even be possible. A flakey toasted turkey croissant out on Bien Cuit's tiny, overgrown, vibrantly green patio filled with aromas of freshly baked bread drifting in from the inside is my personal idea of a perfect light lunch or breakfast on a lazy weekend. Part of me honestly doesn't even want to write this review and give away this little gem. Great selection of pastries, a long list of fruity iced teas, freshly baked loads of bread, and a decent coffee menu can be found on the menu. Also, I can't come in and leave without taking a $5 half loaf of bread home with me - campagne and sunflower/rye are both great. I say if you are going to load up on carbs, you might as well do it right, but be sure to get here in the first half of the day because the cafe runs out of some of the customers' favorite treats quick. read more

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This croissant's got the kind of flakey that I'm more than okay with. Bien Cuit is the kind of bakery that reminds me how much of baking it truly a craft and how much I settle fore in my coffeeshop croissants. Rewind to earlier this year when I had my first artisanal croissant across the country in SF and realized what I had been eating before was absolutely nothing like what a croissant could be. Since then I've been seeking that kind of out of body baked good experience in NYC and a little googling and walking around the area led me to Bien Cuit, a place that takes flour and transforms it into something else entirely. When you step into the store, you instantly know that this is a place that takes baked goods seriously. From the breads that look like someone photoshopped on on their glorious crevices and spots to the pastries so well done you can see their texture to the slimmed down coffee and tea selection such that you know what the focus of this place is. The first time I came here I had the chocolate croissant and twas a treat. Just the perfect few bits of chocolate in a flakey and chewy pastry. So good that I came back next week and got the croissant, my first pastry love and what drives my weekend mornings. The bakery on the weekend is bustling, but not too busy with places to sit throughout the store. It's not necessarily a sit and work vibe, but rather a chat with friends or journal for a bit kind of space. I'm plotting my next picnic already as an excuse to try some of these Bien Cuit's breads. No longer will I settle for baked goods now that Bien Cuit is in my life. read more

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When you step inside of Bien Cuit on Smith Street you can't help but breath in the most delicious aromas of the baked breads that are constantly being removed from their ovens. The feelings are hypnotic and no matter how much they say their breads cost, you can't leave without taking a sampling of their rolls and desserts home with you! We were in their bakery recently and on the advice of my seasoned bakery friend, who insisted that I had to buy at least one of their almond croissants, I opted to buy two! They had one with chocolate and one with just almonds, but both were the most delicious desserts I've had the pleasure of eating since the pandemic began about 6 months ago. Why am I only giving them 4 Stars? I also bought a $9 sun dried tomato bread and while it looked beautiful, it had no discernible taste. I'd go back in a heartbeat but I'd avoid their overpriced breads and stick to the more reasonable and outstanding desserts! read more