Since this location opened, I'm here every week and I have several reasons: 1. Cafe Francais continues to make their items from SCRATCH. This practice is extremely rare and, in Tucson, even more so. There are quite a number of legacy bakeries here that rely on pre-made fillings, crusts, topping, dough; and, off-the-shelf ingredients. Those places are only as good as the choices on the Sysco truck deliveries. 2. The quality here is consistently good and the creativity of their ever-rotating menu makes every visit an adventure. 3. A locally-owned business that serves excellence in this crazy economic environment is very hard. If making my taste buds happy helps them remain a bakery that can stand shoulder to shoulder with the best in the country -- no exaggeration -- then that's an easy thing for me to do. Look, I was stunned at how bad most bakeries are in Tucson. Having a place like this that I can take out-of-town friends to show off the best of Tucson feels great. Discretionary spending is hard right now for everyone but I'd rather steer my dollars to quality versus meh. read more

Cafe Francais - Bakeries Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I have not been to this second location. It was a little hard to find. The door is under the signage. It's small and quaint. The pastries looked beautiful and inviting. I decided on the orange crème brûlée. The orange flavor was overwhelming and no other flavor could be discerned. The texture was technically perfect and prepared well. I brûléed it with my own sugar and torch once I got home bc I didn't wasn't eating it right away. You got a lot of custard for $10 b it still pricey. Service was great. The owner was patient and answered all my questions. read more

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One of the best bakeries in Tucson! If you're looking for authentic French pastries, this is the spot. Everything is fresh and the pastry menu rotates on a weekly basis. I also enjoy how they sell discounted day old pastries. The shop is small with limited seating, so be mindful you'll more thank likely grab and go. read more

Cafe Francais - Bakeries Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This second shop for Cafe Francais is right by my home. The original location was a drive to the east side of the city; always worth the drive. With this second store the word was out and its modest location was rewarded with a constant stream of customers. Today was my first time I was able to walk in without waiting 5-10 minutes outside. I'm guessing it's timing since I came after church. I purchased two desserts, a raspberry cheesecake crumble and a black Forrest tart, each about 10 to 11 dollars. I must admit that I was sad not to see the croissants I've made a habit of purchasing. Once home I was unloading my morning haul, then Sat to enjoy the tart. Oh, what an absolute pleasure it was to eat. There isn't inside eating but tables and chairs outside, but I'm just a quick drive home, so I'm not tempted to sit outside eating when I can enjoy my own air-conditioned without the traffic of Alvernon feet away. Parking is available in the back lot, north of Broadway or very limited parking on Broadway. I love the food, but it's pricey and a splurge for me. The offer can drinks in an open cooler. I was told to look at their instagram for current flavors of the week, since they have a rotating lineup. read more

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Did we drive out from Phoenix to try this specifically? No ... but it was a very close second (lol!) We got here as soon as they opened, and there was already a little bit of a line! The storefront is pretty small. It literally could hold 5 grown adults comfortably but there's plenty of outdoor seating options available! I went and little crazy ordering... and if I didn't have self control, I would have gotten more lol After we got our goodies, we sat outside to take pictures and try everything! Absolutely LOOOVED it all, but stand out for us was the ham and cheese croissant, blueberry Danish, and monkey bread. We would love to come back next time we are in Tucson! Here's our complete order: Ham and Cheese Croissant Chocolate Croissant Lemon Meringue Monkey Bread Orange Cardamon Brioche Bun Chocolate Eclair Blueberry Danish read more

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I've been wanting to try this place since it opened. It's small and cute and the service was friendly. My biggest disappointment was how spendy it is. I went in wanting to try lots of things but at those prices I just selected 3 things which was around $25.00. Yikes!!! I ordered the chocolate croissant and chocolate cherry brioche as well as sourdough bread. It was ok and no doubt quality ingredients but not quite good enough to justify the price. read more

3.5/5 Not an extensive selection but a good combined offering of savory and sweet pastries. Prices can be a little steep but given that this is freshly made and a local business.... I keep that in mind. I enjoyed the mocha cream puff... the cream was so good and the puff light and airy. The pecan praline tart was a bit hard to eat.. the crust was quite hard to bite into or even cut. The filling was good but it was messy just trying to get a bite without fighting with the pastry. This is one of two locations (the smaller one) and can also be found at the farmers market. This location has a few outdoor seating chairs with sunbrellas. . The outdoor seating is adjacent to a busy road and so do expect traffic sounds. There is some parking in front but quite hard to score a spot... and most of the spots are 10 min parking. There is however ample free parking in the back. I will try them again because I am going to assume the tart was a one off given the cream puff was delicious. read more

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This is a very small location with a walk up counter where you order your food and go. They have a couple of seats outside but not many. I ordered a ham and swiss croissant and a salted caramel croissant. The ham and cheese was good. It was heated up and had great flavor. A bit on the small side for the price. The salted caramel was disappointing. The croissant part was hard and inedible. I ate the filling but it was super salty and overpowering without eating the bottom half of the dessert. This was also pricey. I was sad to basically throw $10 in the trashcan. read more

I'm so glad that one of my favorite bakeries in town opened a central location! I definitely had to check it out for a sweet Saturday treat and was not disappointed! There was a queue out the door the whole time I was there. Plenty of shade to stand in and parking upfront and behind the store. Inside is super cute, pink and bright! Same amazing pastries from their east side location just a little closer to home. Drinks also available and some patio seating out front. Their menu does change weekly so follow them on Facebook or instagram to see the beautiful pics and list of goodies for the week. Love the husband and wife team who run this place, always polite , friendly and you can really feel the passion they put in to the business. Definitely check them out! read more

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Super excited about this new location! Croissants and Kouigns are so amazing and super delicious this place will not disappoint. read more

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Croissants were buttery, crisp and delicious. We are just back from Paris and these are just as tasty,but not quite as fall apart flakey, as the ones we ate there. The service was very friendly and helpful. We were delighted to learn they will also be serving coffee soon. Totally charming little place. read more

The fruit tart was amazing! Their pastries are large so you're definitely getting your monies worth. They change their pastries often allowing for a plethora of flavors that make many taste buds happy. read more

Cafe Francais - Fruit tart! Delicious! A little sweet and not very tart which I like! - Bakeries Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Their food is great and they are very pleasant. I've enjoyed everything that I've bought from them. Both locations have adequate parking.

Oh goodness, where to start? Kouing Amman is so tender inside yet has a lovely sugar shell. They set up weekly at Rillito Market and you have to arrive pronto otherwise there is a line that forms quickly. Beautiful and delicious pastries. Go and enjoy before we are consumed by desert heat! Liz read more

It was so good! They have rotating pastries, and this was my second visit--every time has been a 10/10. The service is wonderful, and I felt very welcomed. Definitely my new favorite spot for pastries read more

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Absolutely INCREDIBLE!!!!! By far the best ham and cheese croissant that I have ever had, fantastic service and ambiance, baked goodies that are tasty and baked to perfection! What more could you ask for. You MUST check it out!!!!!! read more

We visited the Broadway location on Sunday after shopping at Gather Vintage market . We had almond croisants that were some of the best I've had and I've had them in Paris and LA. We bought bread which was great . It would be nice if they had coffee but maybe that will come. I will have to sample other items another day but my daughter told me that the chocolate Sami cookie was delicious read more

Fantastic place. Try the Bumblebee...it will not disappoint. We will be back. Thank you for such a great place.

Great service. Imaginative and delicious selections. The selection changes weekly with some standards ways an available. Highly recommend. read more

Y'all. This place is so freakin' good! It is our new date day splurge on Sundays. The pastry is world class. My wife, who has traveled a ton, says it's as good as any Paris pastry shop she ever visited. People want to complain about their prices but honestly, that's just stupid. They use great ingredients that are not cheap and make pastry that is edible art. Cheap crossants have their place, sure. I'm a fan but that is not what these folks are up to. If you want to have the paris pastry experience and don't want to have to travel -we have it twice in Tucson. We have been to both locations! Eat up!! read more