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    James S.

    Fabulous French bakery located within walking distance of the Ball Square T stop (Green line). We were visiting Somerville over a long weekend and stopped by twice. Both times we ordered the kouign amann (yum!) Also ordered the cho-colette, almond croissant, and pain suisse. All the pastries were freshly made and absolutely delicious. Very reasonably priced, too! Staff were very friendly. We did have to wait for a few minutes outside because the bakery is fairly small, but it's well worth the wait!

    Daniel L.

    What a lovely bakery! We made the trip up from Boston to pick up treats from this cozy bakery one Saturday at 1p. Easy free parking across the street and a quick line to order in the well-attended store. Wish we had taken more pictures before devouring the goods on the drive home, but the 5-6 treats were all really solid. None wowed me to the point of having ongoing cravings, but I can't wait to try more of their selection in the future.

    Sharitza P.

    Very cute and busy cafe/bakery!! It was packed when I went around 11AM, luckily they still had the some of the pastries I wanted. My iced chai was sweet and flavorful and the chocolate croissant was huge, flakey & buttery! Need to go back to try the almond croissant and some savory options :)

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    Charlotte I.

    I'm visiting from out of town and stopped by on a recommendation from a local friend. So glad I did! They have a beautiful selection of sweet treats as well as sandwiches and loaves of bread. Many people order to go, but they have a few tables inside if you want to eat there. The whole place has a cute and quaint atmosphere. We got a Cho-Colette (chocolate croissant), an Amandine (almond tart with pear), and a Tarte Citron (lemon tart). I particularly loved both of the tarts! The amandine was less sweet than I expected, a lovely balance of nutty and sweet flavors. The tarte citron had a delightfully strong lemon flavor! And of course both were visually works of art! Can't wait to return when I'm in the area again!

    Meagan

    Lovely little bakery! Solid pain au chocolats, good airy layers in the bite, soft and yummy, but not a crispy crackly outer layer (maybe they were when they first came out of oven?). Kouign amann has good flavour but also was more dense in texture than I'd hoped. Chouquettes (pictured) are out of this world! Perfectly sweet with a hint of saltiness, egg-iness. Bought more to go after eating in store. Staff at the bakery are friendly and cheery. They do serve drinks, coffee and more, but my impression is that it's more about the pastries and baked goods and less about the drinks here. Definitely would return! Will be dreaming about the chouquettes.

    Richard P.

    Overall: to illustrate the mystique of this place one elderly local noted how the first place they went to after getting off their plane was Colette bakery. And I can see why. Baked Goods: if the French accents didn't convince you of their authenticity then perhaps the French customers might. After having tried their ham and cheese croissant and chouquette it's easy to love this place. The main highlight I would say are their bite sized caneles. While they are smaller than your average ones they pack an absolute mean punch. It's not about quantity but quality and the quality of their ingredients is enhanced incredibly. The color is a darker brown indicating the rich caramelization process that consumes your tasting experience. Ambience/Decor/Service: what's nice about this bakery is that you can pre order SOME things beforehand and they set them aside for you to pick up. Great way to insure you get the hotly contested caneles.

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    Vincent C.

    Very cute cafe but first visit was a little rocky. Most likely will try again because it showed promise. Food: I got a baguette sandwich with pate and it was ok. The pate was decent but the bread was a bit too tough for a sandwich. Besides that the pastries seem to be good based on the reactions of others I went with. Service: The ladies who work here were very nice but got side tracked and didn't make my iced coffee. I wasn't charged for it and after I noticed they moved on the serving the group behind me. I remember getting asked if I wanted anything in it and responded so I was confused as I waited by the register for the rest of my order. I waited a couple minutes but I couldn't get there attention, so because I checked that I wasn't charged I just called it a loss and moved on. This was the primary root of my mild disappointment. Atmosphere: The vibe and decor was simple, but well curated to mimic what I imagine a Parisian cafe would resemble Very cute cafe but first visit was a little rocky. Most likely will try again because it showed promise. Food: I got a baguette sandwich with pate and it was ok. The pate was decent but the bread was a bit too tough for a sandwich. Besides that the pastries seem to be good based on the reactions of others I went with. For drinks, the matcha was very watery and doesn't need to be in the menu, so I would suggest sticking to standard coffees but I can't vouch for their taste either. Service: The ladies who work here were very nice but got side tracked and didn't make my iced coffee. I wasn't charged for it and after I noticed they moved on the serving the group behind me. I remember getting asked if I wanted anything in it and responded so I was confused as I waited by the register for the rest of my order. I waited a couple minutes but I couldn't get there attention, so because I checked that I wasn't charged I just called it a loss and moved on. This was the primary root of my mild disappointment. Atmosphere: The vibe and decor was simple, but well curated to mimic what I imagine a Parisian cafe would resemble

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    Jacob C.

    Colette is a charming local bakery with a great selection of classics from French macarons and baguettes to cookies and more elegant pastries. Everything we had was well executed and tasty on the level of a good neighborhood bakery. They also have a full coffee bar and a nice seating area to enjoy your treats.

    Niamh M.

    These pastries are the best I've tried in Boston. Lots of options to choose from! I got the pain au chocolat and the chocolate brioche. 10/10 The service was quick but I was not rushed and had time to choose. Will definitely be back!

    Emma T.

    I used to live across the street and walk here all the time. I recently returned and it was just as good as I had remembered. Very simple and fresh ingredients with amazing taste!

    Farm S.

    I'm very disappointed when I went there. Super small and quaint , not a lot to choose from . The bread in the window display is presented beautifully but nothing in here made me want to buy/ try it . I hope they have more to offer in the future

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    Lina L.

    Arriving at Colette on a Saturday morning, I had already noticed a line outside the door, but it was not too bad as the line moved relatively fast. I purchased the Paris Brest, Cho-Colette aux amandes, Vanilla Paradise, and Flamenkuche. My favorite was the Paris Brest. The presentation was gorgeous, and it tasted as good as it looked. The cream was light and delicious, which paired very well with the crunch of almonds. The pastry itself was light and moist. I would love to get this again whenever I want to indulge in a nice treat. The vanilla paradise was not bad but paled in comparison to the Paris Brest. I wish the vanilla flavoring were more prominent and fragrant. I enjoyed how it looked, and the cream on top was very light. The quality of the tart was top-notch and baked to perfection. I did enjoy the syrup and cake in the middle but did feel like the amount of syrup was a bit excessive. The flamenkuche was not bad for a savory pastry but did have too many onions for my liking. The Cho-Colette aux amandes was good and looked gorgeous as well. Overall, I would love to come back again as the craftsmanship behind these pastries is top-notch!

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    Tiffani J.

    This bakery is in demand. Don't let the long line deter you. It moves quickly. This is the closest to pastries and bread from Paris I have had in the U.S. It is superb. The quality is unmatched. I took away a star because the service could have been a bit more friendly. The apple dessert was tasty but could have had a richer filling. Overall, the service was quick. The bread is so light and airy. Try it for yourself!

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    Why go to Paris when you can go Melrose lol great baked goods coffee was so so . Check them out

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    Most unbelievably delicious, to die for pastries, and EVERYTHING! Unless you go to Paris, you won't find any better!!!

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    Love Paris Brest. Flan a bit too sweet. The best croissant and cannele I've had in MA.

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    Modern Pastry - Inside of Cannoli with Ricotta Filling and Chocolate Chips ($5.50) - good! Shell isn't too crunchy. Very rich though.

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    Modern is a Boston institution and absolutely worth a visit. Their pastries are amazing. Their…read morecannoli menu is quite basic in comparison to other bakeries in the area, but they are the perfect flavor and crispy texture as they are filled fresh on the spot. I also loved the truffles, notably the dubai chocolate one. Just to note, it is cash only.

    I agree with the many reviews recommending the cannolis here. The cannoli I tried was great ($5.50…read morewith chocolate chips)---the ricotta filling was rich but not overly so, and the shell had the perfect texture---I preferred it to those at Mike's. I also liked the rainbow cookies, though the chocolate coating could have been better quality. However, I also tried several other desserts that weren't as good: -Tiramisu ($5) - pretty average. I liked that it had a strong coffee flavor and wasn't overly sweet. -Cassatine cake (I think $6.50?) - an individual portion of their Cassata cake. The marzipan, together with the ricotta filling, made it very very sweet. -Macaroons ($23/lb) - I tried an original almond amaretti, as well as one with pignoli and a pistachio macaroon. The texture was nice and light, but they were way too sweet. Of the three I liked the pistachio the most, but it was still very sweet. -Parigina Cake/Paragina Cake ($5) - I didn't like this. It's composed of puff pastry, sponge cake, and a thin layer of custard. I found the flavor to be uninteresting, mostly just very sweet. Cash only. If you visit, I recommend sticking to the cannolis (and being prepared for a sugar high).

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    I love Breadboard! All of the baked goods are perfect. I'm not exaggerating. I've gotten such a…read morewide range of items from here and everything is always delicious and baked with care and the best ingredients. They are open Sunday, Wednesday, snd Friday, and you can order in advance if you want. They offer many of the same baked goods each day, but they also have some items that are only available on certain days of the week. For example, baguettes and sesame sandwich rolls and ham sandwiches on Wednesdays. They also bake special items for lots of different holidays, now they have hamantaschen for Purim. The croissants are laminated beautifully and buttery and light but not greasy. I'm also a fan of their curried chickpea handpies, wacky cake (chocolate cake with chocolate frosting and sprinkles for such a reasonable price). Their pies are outstanding. Basically anything you try will be delicious. The owners snd staff are all friendly and accommodating. You don't go inside the bakery. Instead you order from outside and get your order at a window. This is quick and convenient. There is a pretty menu of the items available in the window of the store. This is my favorite bakery in the greater Boston area and I'm lucky that it's near my home.

    What a hidden gem in Arlington! This bakery is only open Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays and seems…read moreto change their menu daily. We tried to Ham & Butter Baguette, Cheddar & Scallion Biscuit, and Cinnamon Roll. The Ham & Butter Baguette reminded me of a breakfast I've had in Paris and the biscuit was crunchy on the outside but moist on the inside. There is no indoor space for this bakery so you simply order at the window which is nice for people with dogs. They even gave our dog a treat! Also everyone else we chatted with in the small line/seating area RAVED about how great this place was. We'll definitely be back to try more pastries!

    Colette Bakery - bakeries - Updated May 2026

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