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We stopped by for some croissants & cookies. The cafe was adorable & smelled like browned butter on the way in. I got a chocolate pastry & a croissant. The pastry was as delicious as the picture looks and the pastry wasn't too flakey yet not soggy I was in heaven! Ordering was easy and fast. Can wait to go back & taste more.
Wow! The food is so freaking fresh & delicious. If I didn't live so far I'd eat here every day . The staff is so nice.
Another amazing trio to butter block! We love this place so much! Honestly it's good it is a bit of a trip for us or we would come every day
Stopped in to pick up an order of blueberry bread, it was late afternoon so it was slim pickings. Had seen reviews on the croissants so I got an almond & a pretzel one. Almond croissants are my go to and it didn't disappoint but I will say the pretzel one was a pleasant surprise. They are buttery and flakey. I could have done with a little less salt on the pretzel one but that's me. The bakery is on a corner and real cute inside, it's all on street parking so be prepared to walk. The staff is all friendly and helpful. The blueberry bread reminded me more of a danish pastry than bread. It was more of a cross between bread and pastry, not really a bread like consistency but not overly sweet. Really good!
As someone who makes it a point to try croissants everywhere I travel: Spain, France, Portland, San Francisco... you name it. I don't say this lightly: Butter Block is easily the best bakery in Buffalo. Are they the best in the world? No. But for Buffalo? They're doing it right. The laminations, the flakiness, the balance of flavors: you can tell there's real technique and care behind everything. The almond croissants are rich and perfectly filled, the éclairs are smooth and not overly sweet, and the pain au chocolat has that ideal crisp, buttery bite. Honestly, you can't go wrong with anything here... which is why my go-to move is just getting one of everything. It's also the kind of place where you bring a box to friends or family and immediately become everyone's favorite person. And don't skip the latte, it ties the whole experience together. A solid 5/5 when it comes to food, ambiance and service. If you love bakeries and appreciate a good croissant, Butter Block is a must in Buffalo
Still thinking of the croissant I had and how it was buttery and soft. The staff were so fun and nice - no wonder why the line is so long!
The desserts are very good and I enjoyed them, but I dont know if I chose the best of what they have available. I wasn't blown away but I did enjoy most of the items we bought. The croissant was flaky, buttery and was filled with hazelnut chocolate cream and topped with hazelnuts. Every bite was delicious. The macaroon looked amazing but I found it to be a little dry. I was expecting the middle to be a little more "sticky" I guess. The pop tarts were good. They are more like a hand pie with a buttery style pie crust. The almond raspberry tasted like a shortbread almond cookie that I make for Christmas. The brownie was chewy in the middle and dry on the outside like a corner piece of a brownie. I'd have to say overall it was very good.
Picked up one of their treats from Farmshop Bakery in Buffalo and had to share because they absolutely nailed the infamous Pop-Tart. I tried the Buffalo Sabres edition, a chocolate peanut butter filling topped with blue and yellow sprinkles - and it was so good. The pastry was perfectly buttery, flaky, and rich without feeling too heavy, while the filling was next level: deep chocolate packed with peanut pieces for the perfect crunch and salty-sweet balance. It somehow felt both indulgent and comforting at the same time. I could easily eat these every weekend and feel zero guilt - life is too short not to enjoy the good stuff. Here for all the gold and blue treats in honor of the Sabres!
I don't regret stopping in here on Sunday! The bakery has a small seating area which was quite busy. There was a line about 10 deep which went pretty fast. Everybody was working very hard. Everything looks amazing! I ordered a bunch of different treats to try and nothing disappointed! I highly recommend!
This may have been THE BEST almond croissant I've ever had, and I've had a lot of them! I stopped by on a Saturday morning because I've heard this was the place for pastries. The moment you drove by, you could smell the butter wafting in the air. The display was incredible, and I may have gotten more than I should have ^^" Usually when I get almond croissants, there's space between the top and bottom layers because the filling is sparse. This croissant had ample, even filling all the way through, and made for a very nice eating experience. I also got the plain croissant, the morning bun, and the pesto/tomato danish. Laminations were on point and the butter was definitely there! I also got the eclair, which had good structure and a beautiful custard cream on the inside. The brownie and the cookie were also amazing!! I'm going to recommend this place to anyone I know who's heading to Buffalo :) Also, I came back to try the matcha: probably one of the best matchas I've had in WNY, would go out of the way to get it!
What is there to complain about when it comes to a cute French bakery??? This place is literally PERFECT. Nestled right next to my succulent plant obsession Urban Roots, it's in the perfect location. BUT you'd better get here early bc the pastries literally FLY off the shelf. My favssss are the Morning Bun, Kouign Amann, and the savory ones they have occasionally! The interior is also soooo cute and I love how you can see the bakers in the back 10/10 spot!
My favorite bakery in buffalo! I always get the chocolate croissant, because it's perfection, but everything that they have is delicious. Plan to wait a little bit, but the line moves quickly and it's worth it!
2 years ago
Delicious and well crafted bakery items. Real butter definitely. Staff were funny. Beautiful inside. We got there around 11 and items were running low. Go early to make sure you can see the whole selection. The two pastries we got, napoleon and macaroon, were delightful. read more
The pastries looked absolutely divine when looking online so I knew I had to stop by during my quick trip to Buffalo - and I'm so glad I did. I tried to cut into the butter croissant with the wooden knives they have, but it was so delicate that it was impossible to cut through to see the honeycomb structure. It was delightfully crumbly and deliciously buttery. We also got the cacio e pepe roll to try, per one of the staff's recommendations as it was her favorite savory item. It had a beautiful blend of flavors and we can't wait to come back for more! read more
4 years ago
20 minutes to drive there, 20 minutes to drive home...and I still smell like freshly baked pastry. I'd be speechless but I'm too busy drooling and clamoring for the first bite of the brioche bomb... To be honest, I'm a suburbanite. The older I've gotten, the more frequently I visit the city, but it's mostly for work or an appointment. Now that I know about Butter Block (bb for short), I'm afraid I'll be spending much more time in the city. Painted a soft, buttery yellow, the outside of the building reminds me of any shop you might see on Main St in Williamsville or East Aurora. Step inside and it takes your away. The first thing you see is the barista swiftly and deftly slinging shots of espresso for Americanos, Lattes, and any other high-test beverage you could want (I ordered a Cortado). Then you see the bench seat that spans the entire right side of the cafe. Intimate spaces for two to sit, chat, and devour the deliciousness of the wares being churned out of the kitchen. There's a large case for pastries and a cold case for tarts and other delicacies. A doorway I will assume was the restroom is discreetly tucked away to the right just before you get to the glass windows of the kitchen. Half a dozen people all working feverishly to prepare, decorate, and/or plate-up completed treats... it's truly a sight to see. I have to stop typing now because I need to not-so-delicately put my face back into this brioche bomb, with brown butter streusel and a combination of vanilla pastry cream and lemon curd... nom, nom, nom... read more
Trendy, upscale, sophication best describes this very popular French style patisserie. The interior is crisp, bright and welcoming. We've never come here without there being a line, but it moves fairly quick. They run out of popular items, so ordering ahead is recommended. The creations include a variety of filled and plain croissants that are a must try! They rotate the case with a variety of specialty chilled delectables, pop tarts, brownies, pies, scones etc. This is not your typical bakery variety. This is CIA level and I wouldn't be surprised if that is where they studied. Many trips to France were taken by these master pastry chefs!! read more
I've been hearing a lot about this bakery & seeing their IG posts. I know the lines can get long, so I came early on a Friday morning. They were still adding things to the case! We tried a bunch of things & still didn't try everything that looked good. Each of these things were really delicious. *Lemon sugar cookie *Lemon poppy seed eclair *Kouign amman Pretzel croissant Onion gruyere danish Oreo Pop tarts (coconut lime, chocolate banana, snickers) *My favorites! I am a sucker for a lightly sweet, crispety-chewy edged & soft centered cookie, so this lemon sugar cookie was my thing. I will always get a kouign amman & a plain-ish or savory criossant. The onion gruyere danish was so yummy & criossant flaky. The lemon poppyseed eclair was fantastic; filled generously with lemony pastry cream, tender shell. They always have a rotating number of fun pop tart flavors. This is the best bakery in the area. I'll definitely be back! read more
Scrumptious pastries to die for @butterblockbuffalo in Elmwood village in Buffalo NY. In-house bakery at the back. Lovely cappuccino too! Limited seating space inside and gets busy but definitely worth the wait. Plenty of seating in the area outside. The coconut croissant and the hazelnut croissant were unique and divine! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
We tried the chocolate croissant, cherry lime pop tart, and morning bun - everything was amazing and did not disappoint! Although there was a line it was quick moving and staff were super friendly..and patient with younger indecisive patrons. Would definitely visit again when in the area! read more
The Scarlet Vetter says.....Ok. I must start by saying I am not a dessert person......not generally a fan of sweets. I am a savory girl all the way. BUT. This was by far the best cake I have ever tasted in my life. Rich chocolate, but light and airy. Crunch with creme. Flavor bursts. Chocolate Mousse Cake. Get it. You will not regret it. read more
can't believe i haven't reviewed this place yet because i think of coming here EVERY weekend and probably end up doing so 10% of the time because i don't have unlimited money. the bakery always smells AMAZING. but the desserts do get quite pricey depending on what you get but you can also find pretty affordable (still tasty) items. they offer a good selection that is much narrowed down as the day goes by. it's hard to say a time though because i've been there at 12pm with full shelves & 10am with almost nothing left. they switch around flavors and types of dessert so you never get bored :) there is limited indoor seating but i found that you can usually get a seat with a quick wait if unlucky. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
The Morning Bun was delicious it was like a cinnamon toast crunch covered croissant. Chocolate croissant was also delicious. The bakery has a nice seating area but very little accommodations for those eating in: no plates/tableware (we ate off of napkins), there is no public wifi, and dogs are not allowed read more
9 months ago
Not much of a coffee drinker but had a cup this morning and needed something sweet to accompany it and did I find it. I wanna say I've had one of the best croissants known to man . The croissant had a sugary glaze over it but didn't compromise the softness of it . Plenty of desserts to choose from so treat yourself definitely a must try. read more
11 months ago
3 years ago
Love love their chocolate croissants. The decor is displayed beautifully. Quick service with friendly staff. Excited to be coming back for more goods later. read more
I dream of these croissants and pastries. You know you're getting close when you smell the buttery goodness in the air. The best flaky croissants I have ever had located in a very unassuming part of west side Buffalo. They are delicious even days later. I have only done pick up but their website appears user friendly to reserve in advance. Guests are lining up even 30 minutes before opening. Lines do move relatively quickly. Butter Block is also a staple at the Elmwood weekend farmers markets. Their coffee is average so would get caffeinated elsewhere. Shop itself has one corner seating in the front for 2 small parties; overall is more of a to-go place. Easy street parking. Try everything, you can't go wrong! Keep it up, Butter Block! read more
5 years ago
As a tribute,honor, and memory of my moms love for local area bakeries...stopped in recently to check out her discovery, that even though she wasn't there with me, her spirit was happy and with me. The bakery located on the West Side of Buffalo, reminded me of a little European speciality shop in the movies. Staff were extremely friendly, you could watch them bake as you waited, the smaller selection was perfect. The selection ranged from their version of pop tarts,( every kids favorite), three different kind of crossients, coffee drinks, cookies to name a few. Since my mom &I loved crossients and almond flavor, purchased one along with a lemon sugar cookie.The taste was light, decadent, for the cookie and crossient perfect ratio of sift and sweetness. read more
Another unexpected, amazing find in Buffalo! Who knew Buffalo would be home to some of the best freaking French pastries in New York?! Seriously!! A friend introduced us to Butter Block as she brought us some croissants for breakfast. Because it was really good we decided to come to the shop the next morning before we hit the road back home. And boy were we glad we did because it was buttery pastry heaven! Everything was absolutely divine! Definitely a must stop for anyone visiting Buffalo!! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
This place has some delicious pastries. Considering that this bakery is the Pinnacle of gentrification within the neighborhood, the prices and the types of high end luxury cars driving in match that. Either way, their products are delicious! Their Polish rum cake was some of the best we've had, though on the pricier side. I'm looking forward to getting their other pastries too! read more
3 years ago
High quality pastries, coffee, espresso drinks and tea. Their selections change so if you are a regular user, it makes it a bit fun to be surprised by what they're offering for the day. The treats have international ties (many French) as well as unconventional flavors, which is fun to dabble in all the way from buffalo. They also respect/value their staff resting by closing during holidays which I think is amazing! Well deserved. read more
1 year ago
6 years ago
Butter Block is in a beautiful little spot on the West Side. If you go to get some pastries, get there as close to 8am as possible to beat any line. Everyone was pleasant, orders were filled quickly, and line was wrapping around the side of the store by the time I left. I got a box (pictured) and spent about $30 on the whole thing - reasonably priced in my opinion for the sheer size of them and more than enough to feed six people, with left overs. The lamination (layers) of the dough is EXQUISITE and you can tell BB takes pastries seriously. Unfortunately ... for us, the hype didn't quite match the experience. The poptart filling wasn't wet enough to offset a dry-ish crust, the Danish filling had absorbed a bit into the crust so it was a little dry as well. Chocolate croissant had great flavor (per the croissant) and beautiful lift and air bubbles but it's more a pain au chocolate (1-2 sticks of chocolate on the bottom) than what I had expected for a chocolate croissant (like ribbons of chocolate throughout). Cinnamon morning buns were fine but really just cinnamon sugar covered dough. Fresh out of the oven I'm sure each of these would have been unbelievable but when we got into them, we were left hoping for something more. All of that is to say, personal preference is important to keep in mind so if you get the chance, give them a shot to decide for yourself but I probably won't go out of my way again. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Wowowzaaaa so so so good. Best bakery in WNY! I love love love everything I bought. I got here right when they opened at 8am. I thought I'd be first but there was already 5 people in front of me. I ordered basically a little bit of everything. The carrot cheesecake, meringue lemon tart, hazelnut croissant, pretzel croissant, cheese carmelized onion danish, sweet danish and eclair. I tried a little bit of everything and it was sooooo good. The carmelized onion cheese danish was my absolute favorite. It was still so crispy after a 15 min ride home. I can't wait to see what else they create. There was also some table for seating as well. read more
6 years ago
This is the best place for pastries!!! We've gotten things at the Elmwood market and today we stopped at their shop to grab a few items. We've also done the holiday preorder and pickup before. All came with amazing baked goods. Today when we went for only a few things they were working out of the front door so no one could enter for COVID precautions. It was running pretty smooth and everyone was wearing masks, gloves, and spaces marked off on the sidewalk to keep 6 ft apart. Very respectable business and I plan to support them whenever Im in the mood for a perfect croissant!! read more
FACT: Everything is better with butter... BUTTERBLOCK is the creme de la creme of pastry, worth every penny! Everything that comes out of their kitchen will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wishing you had just bought the box! Located in the heart of the 5 points neighbourhood across from remedy house and five points bakery, butterblock will make you question what you ever thought was superb pastry before trying theirs! Highly recommend anything made with their flaky croissant pastry goodness! The cinnamon pastry is perfect with the crispy outside and gooey layers inside. The hazelnut chocolate croissant is oh to die for and anything else will absolutely make you adore their products! Fantastic local bakery with great service and products! read more
2 years ago
Certainly a local favorite, Butter Block has a huge following built from hosting pop ups and farmers' market to now having a home on the 5 corners. Finally a space of their own, Butter Block can be found on Rhode Island next to Urban Roots. This lively corner is great for the community with Remedy House and Five Points across the street. A short walk from Richmond with ample bike parking it may not always be easy to park your car. Butter Block is famous for their many pastries, that range from crossisants to pop tarts and pies. In my experience I have joined the fandom, waiting in line for the variety of pop tarts. For anyone not familiar these aren't your foiled packed toaster pastry, these iced flakey squares of goodness that vary in flavor are a true treat. Sticking on the sweet side (see what I did there) I've most recently enjoyed a traditional cinnamon sugar monkey bread which was the right about amount of sticky sweet to pull apart. Currently I have some chocolate crossisants I am waiting to break into. Be sure to check out their social media and website. Many of their goods are available at other businesses or you can find their schedule or even pre order for pickup at the Rhode Island location. The only word of warning is that due to the popularity if you pop up be prepared to wait or even be disappointed if something gets sold out. read more
So I definitely had to stop here only heard great things. I bit into a chocolate croissant OMG it was delightful, buttery soft, flaky just what I needed after eating breakfast. The bakery is a beautiful cozy space, to get delicious baked goods and a hot cup of coffee.... I recommend the bakery box. You'll love it. read more
3 years ago
The pastries from Butter Block are fantastic! They have a large variety to choose from savoury to sweet and chocolate to cheesy. The drinks are always amazing and I highly recommend their chai and matcha lattes. It has the cutest small coffee shop atmosphere with very limited seating but the very nice staff gets you through the line efficiently and if you snag a seat it's nice to sit and chat or take your goodies outside when the weather cooperates. read more
3 years ago
Never disappoints! The service is always quick even if there's a line of people. A great selection of items from sweet to savory. I also love that the walls are glass and you can see into the bakery. read more
1 year ago
