I come up to this bakery once a month, and I love the 48 hour preorder option. I highly recommend it for people who don't want to deal with the line that understandably goes out the door. The food is worth the wait. Don't sleep on the black pepper sausage danish: the croissant dough is crisp and flaky, and doesn't get soggy when baked around the sausage. It's comparable in execution to the Croissant Hot Dog served at Dominique Ansel Las Vegas (in Caesar's Palace), but at a way more accessible price point. Which isn't to say this place is cheap; like many artisanal bakeries in California, it comes with a premium price tag, but at least it's not Dominique Ansel pricy. Croissante's croissant dough baked goods (viennoiserie) is pun-intended "proof" that you get what you pay for. The dining space is limited and lively. Conversing is a little tough, but if you just need a place to sit while eating, it's just right. Extra special shout out this time to Dill who had informed me the fried chicken dishes today would be an hour and a half wait. After deciding there wasn't anything I wanted more than the Fried Chicken and Spiced Croffle (croissant dough baked in a waffle iron) and was happy to wait, they were nice enough to check in with the kitchen and see if it could be made sooner than that. I didn't expect to be accommodated, so I was happy they were able to do that. You get two chicken thighs and croffles per order. It's enough for two light eaters to share. read more

Croissante - Chicken and Spiced Croffle - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

What a great bakery to add to the South Bay! I've had this spot bookmarked for a while now and checked it out this weekend. We arrived Sunday afternoon around 1:30 and the line was getting long. By the time I left, it was out the door. They had a huge selection but my goal was to get the salt bread but they were out for the day. I ended getting two ham and cheese croissants, pistachio bow tie croissant and the matcha pan suisse (scored the last one!). I'll say it but it was hard to decide on an order because they take everything down before you even get to see the whole display. Everything was delicious but I did not anticipate the total. It was around $36 for 4 items. read more

Short line out the door at 11am but goes by quick, waited maybe 15-20 mins until ordering. Favs: Cubed croissant chocolate covered croissants Mushroom danish Ham & cheese - though a bit sweeter than expected Prices are a bit pricer than a PB/85. Drinks (just meh... maybe I ordered the wrong drinks??) Matcha & blended caramel Tables open up quick as people dine and leave. read more

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3.5 rounded up to 4! Been a few times now.. First time, I ordered: salt and butter roll $5 ea salt and butter garlic $5.30 almont croissant $6.30 Definitely a large spread and variety of items. Earlier you go, the higher chance for salt bread, but they do have certain times that they bake it. Why there's a line: they have only one cashier taking everyone's order and they bag the items one by one. Definitely could be more efficient, but is also the appeal to give them a try. Decent amount of seating inside. Parking is relatively available in the lot. read more

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Came by for some dessert the other day and it was a mediocre experience. After spending time in Paris last month, I was surprised that I hadn't run into a Saint Honore at local bakeries. Staff were wearing uniforms matching the bakery colors although the bakery seemed grimey including fog on the mirrors and windows. ...maybe it's cultural? The Saint Honore seems a touch off. The base was a crispy flaky cookie topped with some flavorful whipped cream along with several cream puffs. Pricing was premium at $12.5 for an individual pastry. Packaging was excellent, including a nice paper box along with a paper bag for a single pastry. read more

Croissante - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Let's start with how to find the place- n the Bank of America plaza. Look for the mustard yellow building next to the Bay Spa and Eye Boutique Optometry Crossiante is open during the following days and times listed on their door: M-Th 7:30-5:30 Fri- Sat 7-6 Though we got there on a Sunday and they were open so yay for us. The sign also says No Cash Accepted, No dogs or pets in other. But of course service dogs are welcomed. The open floor plan makes the place look spacious with about ten small circle tables and two long tables with a small counter space right at the entrance for a single quiet breakfast and large groups as well. It is an open first come first seat set up. Menus are located once you come in for drinks and brunch items. Surely will have to take advantage of their array of brunch items at the next visit. Looks promising. Even the fresh squeezed orange juice looked refreshing. This trip only allowed for pastry grab and go before hopping on the plane. I would've liked the pastries to fit into a box but they came in their own paper sleeves and into the paper bag with handles. Missed the mark there for all that effort. The pastries 1 Croissant 1 Almond Croissant 1 White Sesame & Honey Croissant 1 Matcha Lemon Croissant 1 Matcha Pain Suisse au Chocolat 1 Cube Croissant 1 Salt and Butter Roll 1 Eclair - Mocha Everything was delicious. Can't wait to come back for more read more

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Very aesthetic pastries and a huge selection. Didn't love the classic croissants. The good: - Aesthetic. The branding and packaging is on point. Everything is super cute and coordinated, and pastries are presented beautifully. - Selection. Filled croissants, cubes, loafs, sweet, savory, anything you can think of and a lot you could never dream up - they have it all The not so good: - The setup. The pastry case goes all the way along the line until the cashier, so you have to order your pastries before seeing everything that's available, or you have to squeeze ahead through people to peek at the other pastries which feels flustering. By the time I got to the cashier, additional pastries had come out that I missed out on. - lack of crisp. Classic croissant and pain au chocolat (and every type of viennoiserie I tried) had nice structure, but zero crisp. Everything was just soft on soft. I prefer my croissants to have a bit of crisp on top read more

Croissante - Huge selection - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Tried a bunch of stuff at Croissante the other day: Kouign Amann, matcha pain suisse au chocolat, chicken spinach & cheese croissant, mango croissant, white chocolate matcha scone, and the chocolate covered salt bread (yeah we went a little overboard lol). Favorite by far was the white chocolate matcha scone. Not too sweet at all which I liked, and you can actually taste the matcha instead of it just being sugary. Would 100% get that again. Mango croissant was prob my second favorite, kinda refreshing in a way I didn't expect from a pastry? Kouign Amann and the matcha pain suisse were solid, nothing crazy but good. Chocolate covered salt bread was interesting... not bad just not something I'd go out of my way for again. Least favorite was the chicken spinach & cheese croissant. Was hoping for a good savory option but the spinach and cheese combo tasted a little off? not sure how to explain it, just kinda funky and didn't sit right with me. Overall pretty mixed but def some standouts. Would come back mainly for that scone tbh. read more

Croissante - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I should have kept this as a secret, but I'm the one to spread kindness and pay it forward. A few months ago, I had my first bite of an actual croissant while visiting France. Since then, I never looked back after Costco croissants. Im welcoming you to Croissante Bakery! It's located in Santa Clara and I remember going there for their soft opening. I went around 9 am on a weekday and the line was nearly out the door. It smelled so good when I walked in! They have straight up authentic artisanal pastries and breads. Good selection, but limited depending on the time and day. I can confirm they are solid croissants and even if you never been to France, this is the spot to try. *chefs kiss* Now don't be flaky - just go! read more

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Loved everything we tried and will be coming back to try more. Croissants were so flaky and crispy! Salt breads are a must get but is best eaten fresh as texture changes after some time Came here on Saturday around 11am and the line was out the door. Waited around 20-30 minutes before we got to choose our pastries. The place is huge with lots of seating, it was busy but we were able to snag a seat of 2. If they are out of a pastry you want to try, you can try asking if it will be available. The ham and cheese croissant wasn't on display when we were picking but they informed us they would be available in the next 5 min and wrote a note on our tray. RATING Truffle salt bread 9.5/10 - my favorite out of everything we got Garlic salt bread 8.5/10 - little sweet for my palate Salt bread 9/10 - simple, great texture ham and cheese croissant 8.5/10 - super mayo-y but delectable chicken croissant 8/10 - great flavor, chicken was a little dry Mixed berry danish 8.5/10 - a LOT of cream to fruit ratio, but delicious nonetheless Mushroom danish 9.5/10 - amazing flavor!!! read more

Croissante - garlic salt bread, mixed berry danish, ham and cheese croissant, salt & butter bread, chicken croissant, truffle salt bread - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

The pastry still not bad. Give you a unique selections. After coming here for a few times, it's not as impressive anymore. So I decided to try their lunch with french onion soup. If this review is based on just the French onion soup, it'd be a negative star review. It was horrific. I thought it was the sour dough but then I think they added vinegar. Onion soup is about sweetness, traditional french makes it salty and rich, but sour? And couldn't taste any onion because of the sourness? That's an epic fail. Service is noticeably slow. I understand it's hard to find quality people but at least train them well. There are 2 with glasses who just standing around observing while the line is out the door. Those who are working is on snail pace. Didn't bother me but it was an obvious problem with management. They got a new speaker playing french songs. Nice touch. People enjoy this place is because of what it tried to emulate the French bakery mood. It does, it may suitable more for a quaint, traditional cozy settings not here but I don't think people care. read more

I had seen Croissante all over social media and was curious to try it but didn't want to wait in the long line. I went on a Sunday afternoon and waited about 20 minutes. I only ordered pastries as I had lunch elsewhere, but their food looked delicious. I had their Palmi Carre (cookies and cream), double chocolate pain a chocolat, and their French toast half cube? I forgot the name of that one. The pastries were fresh and had a nice crisp to them. My favorite was the palmi. The French toast pastry was crisp on the outside and had a moist interior that's was lovely, I was hoping it had a maple flavor to it but it didn't. There are MANY options to choose from so I will be back to try more. This is now one of my places for French style pastries in the South Bay. read more

Croissante - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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I'm picky when it comes to my pastries, and Croissante is one of two bakeries I would regularly frequent. They use high quality ingredients and simply put, they just get their dough right. It's hard to go wrong with any of their pastries here. My favorite thing to get is their version of kouign amann, which is more like a flattened circular croissant rather than the classic muffin-like shape of kouign amann. I also love to get their little cheese puffs, which is usually displayed on the counter island. I have tried various other pastries, which have also been tasty. Unsurprisingly, Croissante has lines during peak hours, but the lines move relatively quickly. I believe they also let you order online ahead, but there is a minimum to do so. If you're looking for a French-inspired bakery in South Bay, then Croissante is a must-try. read more

Love how fresh the pastries are and the crispiness. I tried the blueberry hazelnut chocolate croissant and loved the blueberry infused filling with the chocolate. It makes so well together. I've tried the plain croissant before, but was a little bit disappointed but overall, I think it's a really nice sitdown place although the pastries are on the pricier end read more

Croissante - Blueberry hazelnut chocolate croissant - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Brunch spot next to Bank of America with lots of pastry options. I didn't realize there was such a large menu. I had to be up early so I beat the line and I think that's why it was so enjoyable. I picked out some croissants sweet and savory and got them to go. The matcha croissant was good. I also got a sandwich on a crunchy baguette roll. They had little cream puffs 5 for $6 that I gave to my family. Overall I would come here again if I can get here early to beat the line and when they come out fresh in the morning, I don't think they would be good late in the day. read more

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Who knew this little spot tucked away on El Camino could be such a gem! I trusted Yelp on this and they did not disappoint. Stopped by in a warm Saturday afternoon and they were constantly stocking up to keep up with the demand. Everything we tried was very tasty and we will absolutely be back! My only feedback is their A/C? It was soo warm inside, it was a bit uncomfortable so we only stayed for a bit. read more

Croissante - Artichoke and cheese pastry, matcha chocolate croissant, almond croissant - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

We almost skipped this place on our san jose food tour, but it ended up being the SO's favorite spot. Cube croissant french toast - i think the name speaks for itself. the crust/edges were so crispy and crunchy, a nice sweet subtle glaze. I loved the savory+sweet of this pastry. It was not super sweet and paired well with the americano. The strawberry shortcake had a velvety whipped cream with fresh strawberries. The cake was airy and soft. Reminded me of cakes in asia / japan. Its not too sweet so you could prob eat 5 of these without feeling sick. Service was fast and friendly! Great spot inside, its loud and a bit cramped but tons of character! read more

Croissante - cube croissant french toast americano strawberry shortcake - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Update: I came with a group and we got a bigger selection of pastries - raspberry hazelnut pain au chocolat was DELISH and the different salt & butter rolls were a huge hit with the group. I'm still not super impressed with their drinks offerings though. Cappuccino with oat milk tasted diluted (espresso flavor not strong enough). read more

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This was my first time here in the afternoon on the weekend and I was happy to see that most bakery items were still available for purchase! I was extremely overwhelmed but the servers here are great and very patient. They recommended their regular croissant and the mango croissant. I ended up getting several items. My favorite was their salt breads. Their regular and pesto was delicious. It was light and fluffy after reheating it a couple days later. I ate the matcha guava brick croissant immediately and loved it. The guava flavor wasn't too prominent but I enjoyed the torched pomelo on top. I will definitely be back to try their other items read more

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Enjoyed my cafe experience here! This is a lovely place to work, with a peaceful ambiance and plenty of seating. I loved the vibe of this cafe: all the employees wore bright blue shirts with an adorable graphic, and the pastries were beautifully displayed. I was really impressed with the sheer variety of pastries and cakes. There were sweet and savory options, classic and unique selections, and more affordable and pricey choices. The employees were super efficient in checking out customers and packing up pastries. I highly recommend the mango croissant - it was filled with fluffy, sweet cream and topped with huge chunks of fresh mango! The normal croissant was quite delicious as well, with flaky, buttery layers. The yuzu lemon cheesecake, although beautiful, was a skip. The cheesecake had a gelatinous texture, and there was a huge chunk of yuzu stuck in the middle that was simply too sour. Other than the cheesecake, I really enjoyed what I tried. I would definitely come back here to try more pastries! read more

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My favorite bakery in town! So happy to come here for their bread and food. I tried their Jambon-beurre (its not in the picture) and it was sooooo good! Highly recommend to try! Came Saturday morning and we had to stand in line but they were so quick to take orders and pack it up if you are just taking it out for togo. It always looked organized, clean and staffs were friendly! read more

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Croissante is a really nice bakery and coffee spot in Santa Clara. The place is clean, tidy, and has a great atmosphere with high ceilings that make it feel open and welcoming. The staff are very friendly and the service is impressively fast, even when there's a line. There is almost always a line, but the team manages it efficiently. As you walk along the long counter toward the checkout, the staff start asking what you'd like to order. The only downside to this setup is that it can feel a little rushed. Since the counter is quite long, you don't always get to see all the items they offer before being asked to choose. Because of that, you might end up picking a couple of things you see early on, and by the time you reach the rest of the display your plate is already at the checkout counter, so it's a bit late to add anything else you might have wanted. They offer both dine-in and takeout. There was a small mix-up with my order where I asked for coffee "for here," but it was packed to go. However, the staff handled it really well. The lady at the counter was very kind and immediately offered to make a new drink, though I simply asked if they could pour it into cups so we could dine in. The food itself was great. The croissant, pesto bun, and artichoke danish were all delicious, and the coffee was very good too. It can take a little time to find a seat, but people move fairly quickly since most visitors are grabbing coffee or pastries. Overall, the vibe is great and the presentation of their items and packaging is very well done. I would definitely recommend Croissante to anyone who enjoys trying new bakery or dessert items paired with a good cup of coffee. read more

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Thanks to my friend Viv who introduced me to croissants heaven. Holy croissants I've never seen this many in one place with so much variety. The almond croissant was amazing. They were out of the ham and cheese but we shared 1 after a short wait of the next batch h made. Worth the wait. The place is very loud and it's pretty busy. We got a table as many people do take their items to go. My matcha was good. Next time I'll try a coffee but this place rocks for the croissant. Yes I will be back. I'm read more

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My boyfriend and I tried the French toast croissant cube, the kouign-amann, and a chouquette. I loved the French toast croissant cube, but my boyfriend thought there were certain areas of the cube that were too wet. I didn't think so though, and thought it was so yummy. The chouquette was surprisingly really tasty! Recommend it. The only disappointment was the kouign-amann. The texture was too hard for me. read more

Croissante - French toast cube, kouign-amann, chouquette - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This bakery is sooo cute and VERY spacious! It's the perfect space for studying or grabbing coffee with a friend. I walked in around 3 pm and they were still stocked with so many delightful pastries! So many good options to choose from but I ultimately decided to snag one of the last saltbread available since I heard they sell them here. First and foremost the price was $4.50 for a single saltbread. Most of the pastries range from $6-$9 which is more on the pricier end, but I think that there are of higher quality so it can be worth the dime. This was probably one of the better saltbreads I've tried. It's crisp on the outside, fluffy interior and a bed of butter just sitting inside. Truly a delight even if it was cold!! I look forward to coming back to study sometime and try their other yummy pastries! read more

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Located in a small little plaza with super tight parking. At 9:45 am on a Friday there was a line and all seating was full. The line moves fast. They have a lot of different pastries to pick and it's hard to see everything they have since there's a line in front/back of you. I got the matcha croissant, chocolate croissant and chocolate madeleine. I liked all of them. The croissants had good flaky and soft texture with nice flavors. The madeleine was really chocolatey and moist Pay at the counter and they'll bag everything up. read more

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Went on a Wednesday late morning for salt bread. Unfortunately the last garlic salt bread was taken, but I ordered the regular one which to my surprise had chocolate in it. Personally I wasn't feeling the chocolate at all but I'm sure someone would like it. It's just if you're expecting salt bread you're really not expecting chocolate. So just a heads up. The quality of the bread was still good but with me not expecting that and also the price it kind of dampened it for me. I think the best thing we got for value here was probably the Ham and Leek Quiche. It's under 10$ which I think is comparable to Quiche at other places and also really good. They clearly use good cheese. It's always kind of packed on a weekend btw. read more

This quaint bakery offers a huge variety of breads and pastries -- it was honestly hard to choose. Everything we picked up in the bread department was fantastic and clearly fresh. The only miss for me was the yuzu cheesecake. The crust was great, but the filling leaned too gelatinous and the flavors didn't quite come together. I was expecting a creamier texture and more balanced yuzu-cheesecake harmony, which I didn't get here. Parking: Plenty of space in the shared lot. read more

Croissante - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Crossiant bakery as in the name but they have other baked goods along with coffee and other drinks. The pastries look amazing but a bit pricy. Different flavors and unique items there. I got the ham and cheese croissant. It was the perfect savory treat. Cheesy and herb flavors. Flaky and buttery Crossiant. The matcha Crossiant was ok. Not the best matcha flavor. Einspanner latte was solid and creamy. Server was nice. Packed everything and gave recommendations. Nice place to lounge and smell the pastries. Good amount of parking in the plaza. read more

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We found this through a friend recommendation, and it's quite good, as evidenced by the never-ending line of customers. A couple of small minuses, but otherwise, we really enjoyed the goodies. PROS: This place isn't huge, but it has enough tables for those dining in. Self-serve utensils and water station is centrally located. It's a cute, trendy spot with a cozy vibe. Service was friendly and helpful. The brunch menu has enough offerings for every palate. I had the Croissante Plate, which includes scrambled eggs, bacon, Green yogurt and fruit, a warm tomato salad, Anne a croissant with raspberry jam. Loved the variety, and it was a tasty blend of foods. Additionally, we ordered some baked goods to go. Can't wait to try them! Triple Chocolate Croissant, Mango Croissant, Kouign Amann, some breads. Total carb load! CONS: The Matcha Latte was tasty, but they only fill the glass about 3/4 full, and chock full of big ice cubes, so there really wasn't much of the drink to enjoy. A little disappointing. Also, we ordered the Eggwing Toast Smoked Salmon, which was delicious, but unfortunately, the smoked salmon was only placed on top of the sandwich, so about halfway through, you're left with bread and mixed greens. The French Onion Soup - loved most everything, but it had a little too much sherry for my taste, as it overpowered the other soup flavors. Overall, It's come back. Too many other good dishes and treats to try! read more

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I love crossiante! I did order a cake and paid and they forgot to pack it for me, oops! But i went home and called and they refunded to me right away, the whole call only took 1 minute and 30 seconds so I was very happy! The shop is always loud though. I don't like that much. But I never go to any place for the service or ambience! 5 stars would come again! They've maintained the consistency of the baked goods and that makes me very happy! read more

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As a girl who obsessed with croissant, I believe Croissante have one of the best croissant in San Jose area, and they come with variety of flavors. This bakery always have a line out of their door but luckily, it moves quickly. It usually takes about 10-15 minutes and then in front of me, through the glass window is a whole spread of yummy sweet & savory pastries. I had tries multiple type of croissant from different visits and every time I'm here, it'll be a pleasant memory. I love that they imported their flour and other ingredients directly from France, you can tell the different in texture, scent, and flavors of their pastries just by the first bite! Staffs are quick and efficient. Store ambience is bright with a lovely cyan blue colors and aesthetic decoration. The only downside, I feel likes the space is too small for the amount of customers they served. I feel a light pressure rushing to finish my foods and drinks, because there are a lot of people waiting for a table. So if you can, you should have it to-go and enjoy your delicious pastries stress-free! You can't go wrong with their croissant so order any flavors that you prefer likes fruits, cheese, etc... but please skip the croissant cube, I'm honestly don't think they are good, quite dry and the taste and texture just not there yet. The croissant bow is pretty for picture but was lacking fillings inside. So trust me, just go with the classic and you won't be disappointed! read more

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Finally found the croissant I've been chasing. I'm a croissant snob and I don't say that lightly. Croissante clearly takes their craft seriously, using French flour and French butter, and it shows. The crust is crispy, evenly baked, and finished with a beautiful glaze. What I really appreciate is that it's not overly flaky like Costco's croissant (after reheating it) that explodes into a million crumbs the second you touch it. That said, Costco's version does have a stronger butter punch, and I do wish this croissant had a deeper, more pronounced butter profile. But it's almost perfect and the best I've had in California. Inside, the croissant is soft, airy, and nicely layered, exactly what you want when you tear it open. Beautiful butter taste and smell but it could be more buttery! The latte was excellent too, very fragrant, well balanced, with smooth milk microfoam and genuinely beautiful latte art. I also tried the baguette and found it a bit too moist and dense for my preference. The cream cheese and fig baguette looked promising, but the cream cheese itself was almost flavorless and didn't really add much to the bite. This place gets extremely busy, so coming early is a smart move. One of the highlights was chatting with J, the baker, who was friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to answer my very specific questions. That kind of passion and openness always elevates the experience. read more

Croissante - Croissant and fig/cream cheese baguette - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

We grabbed lunch in the area so we decided to take a quick walk before going back home and stumbled upon this establishment. Baked goods are my guilty pleasure so we immediately had to grab some croissants to go. (Although, we definitely could've stayed and enjoyed our food in the restaurant since the overall shop had quite a bit of seating available.) The selection for baked good alone was wide on top of other brunch items and drinks. The four items we narrowed it down to were the Kouign Amnn, Praline Pain au Chocolat, a matcha croissant and a matcha latte. We started off strong with the Kouign Amn which was extremely sweet, buttery, dense yet flaky. The layers! I wished we waited to go home to heat it up because I imagine it would've been extremely divine. The Praline croissant was steep in price but my favorite out of all the croissants. Once again, very buttery, flaky and decadent! It is a fairly chocolate heavy baked good with the middle tasting like Ferrero Rocher. The matcha items were lack lusters in my opinion compared to all the other options. The matcha croissant had a slight floral taste and the iced matcha latte did not taste like matcha! The staff had an efficient system set up to help customers. Everyone was very nice and quick. Overall, solid experience. I will definitely drop by if I was in the area since there are so many other things I want to try. read more

Croissante - matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Revisited Croissante today and was blown away by the variety and unique flavors! The savory items were incredible! However I will say be careful because we ordered a ham and cheese croissant and was disappointed to find a chicken croissant instead when we got home read more

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What a bakery! They've got all sorts of marvelous pastries, both savory and sweet, in unique flavors and combinations. I saw matcha croissants, pear and fig pastries, kougn ammans (how do you even spell that), decadent cakes - there's a lot you can get here. On top of that, they have a simple yet delicious brunch menu -- and I would highly recommend the Croissante Tray (DINE-IN ONLY). This was such a feast and definitely hit both my sweet and savory teeth. It comes with a croissant, scrambled eggs, bacon, arugula and tomato salad, and topping it off with a yogurt parfait with the most delicious homemade berry compote. Literally chef's kiss and in THIS ECONOMY - I was happy to pay that $20. It was for sure money's worth. The staff is really friendly, even for it being extremely busy, it looked like they were used to the controlled chaos and were able to accommodate customers' needs. I do appreciate that they have Table Seating Rules: you can only claim a table once you have placed an order and are waiting for your food. That way, it didn't feel like a bunch of people just hogging and waiting around. However (though I know this is out of their control) - there was a couple that was annoyingly hovering over my table as we were finishing the last bites of our meal and kept asking us when we were leaving when we were clearly still wrapping up. With how popular this place gets, I know seating gets scarce but it starts to intrude on the overall ambiance of a wonderful French bakery. read more

Croissante - Croissante Tray (in person only) - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Croissante was a lovely experience. The line was long, but moved fairly quickly. So, the wait wasn't too bad. The staff were friendly, too. For the food, it was all very delicious. There is a huge selection of baked goods, which made the whole experience pretty exciting. You can also order hot dishes as well. We got a burger and shakshuka. I appreciated that they packaged up the shakshuka so nicely to go. The only downsides for me were the long lines, the slightly tricky parking, and the price. This isn't going to be a budget brunch spot, but all things considered, it was worth it in my opinion. read more

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Came in on a Sunday morning with my sister and it was not busy. Was able to look at the display case to know what I want to order and the music was very lovely. I ordered the Pan au chocolat, bow tie pistachio, and an almond croissant. I also got a white mocha with oatmilk. The prices may seem a lot but it's totally worth it. Many seating options available inside especially if you want to get work done. read more

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Good, but just okay I'm not sure if it's what we ordered or the selection when we went (didn't see any savory danishes??), but I thought they were just okay compared to places like Arsicault, Tartine, or Neighbor Bakehouse (my absolute favorite for pastries!!) Order: We got home and air fried everything for a bit to get everything warm and toasty. Faves were the pesto Gruyère bun and chicken spinach cheese croissant. Pass on everything else -Salt and butter roll: in my head I thought it was going to be like the Korean salt bread, but no it was just a roll that honestly tasted no different from like a Costco dinner roll -Brioche bun: it was just plain bread again similar to the salt and butter roll. I'm not sure why my bf picked this -Pesto Gruyère bun: my favorite from this order!! Best flavor and can taste it throughout the whole bun -Chicken spinach cheese croissant: delicious savory croissant -White chocolate matcha scone: it's a scone We also got iced Einspanner lattes and again, it's good, but just average. Service and experience was great though. The line was long. We lined up right outside the door and it took us maybe 20 minutes to get to the front to order. When we got closer to the cashier, I wish I ordered one of the filled fruit and cream croissants at the front, but I didn't see them before finishing my order. I would definitely come here to buy a small cake or treat for a friend's birthday! All in all, I need to come back to try again as I'd like to try different pastries and also their strawberry drink! read more

Croissante - Iced Einspanner Latte - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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I've seen the hype for Croissante all over social media, so I decided to brave an early morning and showed up right when they opened at 7:00 AM. Pro tip: getting here early is key if you want to avoid the legendary lines and get your hands on the full selection! The Service: The experience here is much more "boutique" than your typical chain bakery. Unlike places like Paris Baguette where you're handling tongs and serving yourself--and potentially dealing with flies in the cases--Croissante keeps everything behind closed glass. The staff serves you directly, which feels much cleaner and more premium. My server was fantastic; since it was my first time, he was super patient and gave me some really thoughtful sweet and savory recommendations. The Pastries: The Cube: This is the star of the show, and it absolutely met the hype. It was served warm, and the interior was so fluffy and light it was like picking apart cotton candy. The lamination on the outside is beautiful, but that pillowy center is what makes it a winner. Quality: You can tell they take their ingredients seriously. Everything feels very intentional and high-quality, from the texture of the bread to the flavors of the fillings. The Environment: The shop is incredibly clean, well-kept, and organized. I loved being able to see into the kitchen area--it gives you a real appreciation for the craft that goes into those 72 layers of dough. It's a bustling spot, but it feels more like a sophisticated Parisian café than a chaotic morning stop. The Bottom Line: This is easily a 4-star experience on the first go, and I can see it bumping up to a 5 once I return to work my way through the rest of their menu. If you're a pastry purist who values cleanliness and a "hands-on" service experience, this is the best croissant spot in the South Bay. read more

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