One of my favorite food categories is "fancy" fast casual, a category I made up to describe…read morerestaurants that offer upscale fast casual eats and treats. You know, it gives gourmet without being pretentious. The bakery alone puts Common Bond in this category. If you can resist dessert order from the display case, I'm not sure you're human! The visuals and smells are always inviting, but the execution is not consistent. This time, in addition to my savory picks, It's been awhile so I thought I'd revisit my Common Bond review. This location is such a score for City Place. The only caffeine dealer apart from Starbucks walkable from the plaza, it's easy to see why patrons choose Common Bond.

Why 5 stars? Because there wasn't much not to like!…read more --- --- --- My wife had a hankering to visit Common Bond and this was the closest location to us. I'd been to one in Houston before, but just for coffee, but I had a good experience there, so I was down to try their food. There were a ton of great sweet and savory options on the menu, so ordering was a challenge, but we ended up grabbing a pretty big combination of both types of sustenance. Savory: I ordered the breakfast burger and it was really great. Normally I feel like an egg takes away from the flavor of a burger, but that was not the case here. I'm really pleased with my choice here, despite the temptation to go with several alternatives. 5-stars. My wife ordered the soft scramble, and I'll give it this: it was most definitely the softest, most gentle collection of eggs I've ever eaten. But I think I like my rendition of scrambled eggs better. 4-stars. Sweet: Pistachio Croissant: All boxes checked. 5-stars. Snickerdoodle Cookie: I offer all of my praise for this delight. 5-stars. Gingerbread whoopie pie: It wasn't called a whoopie pie, but that's what it was. Like the snickerdoodle cookie, I'm mad I had to share this. 5-stars. Coco-nut cookie: We thought this was a chocolate coconut cookie, but it turns out it was chocolate and nuts. Knowing this information, we would have opted for one of the other, more delicious looking cookies. It was still fine though. 3.5-stars. Drinks: I ordered the dragon fruit berry concoction with my meal, and in a rare moment of weakness, I couldn't resist the maple pecan cold brew, despite ordering black coffee 99% of the time. I'm here to say I enjoyed both of them very much, but the latter did taste more like a milkshake than a coffee. 5-stars for both, but I would definitely order the dragonfruit thing again. Way to go, Common Bond. Here I thought you were just a coffee place this whole time, but your food is pretty, pretty good too.

There drinks are always the best! especially the cookies and cream frozen bond! it's a must try,…read morecome here if your in the area!

very delicious food! Their service is always the best no matter what day we come! coming here is a…read moremust if your in the area!

Love Third Gen Co.'s seasonal flavors. This careot cake latte and almond Danish were amazing!…read moreFriendly faces and customer service in a chill setting, what more could you need. Great place to do some work or study

My go-to coffee shop whenever I'm in the area. Recently, I tried their Cane Break Latte, and it was…read moredelicious. Friends like to say that I like milk and sugar with a dash of coffee. They're not wrong, and Third Gen knows how to make my lattes the way I like it! Interior is cozy, and staff is friendly!

Common Bond is a Houston bakery staple at this point with all of their multiple locations around…read morethe city. This Galleria location on San Felipe in particular is convenient for me because I have a friend that lives in the apartments that this location is connected to. You can't go wrong with any of their pastries here. My favorites are their almond croissant, kouign-amann, sticky bun, and so much more. Pair your pastry with one of their made to order lattes and you're in for a great breakfast treat. Thanks common bond for being consistently tasty, no matter which location you go to. Yes, their prices are on the higher side, but you do get quality when you come here. Enjoy!

Probably my favorite Common Bond location. First time here I was very impressed. Houston is lacking…read morecoffee shops that cover all bases for options that I look for when I work from home~ A variety of seating options, parking, outlets, a full food menu, pastries, coffee of course. Also beer and wine options. This used to be a Local Foods so it is larger than the other CB real estate options. Super spacious where you're not having to be right next to another table. It's very spread out and a bit busier around lunch time but still plentiful. There's also an upstairs seating area with maybe ~9 tables. Great for a little quieter. There was a group of ladies playing mahjong, love. There is free retail parking available in the adjoining garage, just a quick walk through the courtyard shared with the apartments, spa and other restaurant. Common bond isn't my first choice for coffee but for overall rating this is superb. Will be coming back when I'm in the area 100%

great place to host a shower!! Food awesome!! Staff awesome!! Service awesome!!…read more Celebrate!

Same ol same, they have some good pastries and offered samples, however the price for two…read morecroissants is was roughly $10! The prices are steep for a little sweet treat and I'm not too sure how this is supposed to be the norm when you can grab a dozen of some buttery flaky goodness croissants from a grocery store for less than that! The restraint is always clean and well put together, so it's easy to swing by when in the area.

The staff are always so friendly when we sit outside with our dog. Our dog loves their croissant…read moreand who would blame her? Plenty of well baked buttery layers that almost melt in your mouth. My favorite are the eggs Benedict. A rich and balanced hollandaise pored over a nicely poached egg that sits atop a layer of ham on a delicious buttermilk biscuit. The well seasoned side of greens works perfectly with the eggs. We preordered a King cake for the Mardi Gras season. Every King cake that I've had before was typically very dry and more of a novel tradition. This King cake was amazing! Freshly baked with delicious preserves and cream cheese filling. I've never dived in for seconds on a King cake before!

Good place to work on your laptop, do homework, or simply hang out with friends. It's a nice casual…read morecafe that has fun flavored croissants, cake pops, and fancy little desserts. The service is pretty quick and they will bring the food to you after you order at the counter. The food is very good for the price. I love coming here for a quick pastry or to work on my laptop.

There are unique aspects to every Common Bond location, but this "On-The-Go" out in Memorial at the…read moreMarqE ranks up there as one of my favorites. Let us count the ways: * The vibe is relaxed. So relaxed as a matter of fact, I've yet to see this place crowded on any weekday or weekend. * The WiFi is fast and reliable. This alone is why I'll end up staying here without consuming at least 3 drinks in a single sitting. * There is plenty of seating. Outdoor seating is extensive and the interior is super group friendly. * Iced lattes skew on the sweeter side, but their cold brew also gets a thumbs up. * There is a dedicated meeting room / isolated space for meetings / meetups. That's big time. * Don't feel like stopping in? There's a drive-thru. * Customer service is on point. They're fast, courteous, and super friendly. * The ventilation is right and the place is clean. Especially the bathrooms. This is a winner in terms of a coffeeshop space. I realize the vibe isn't' for everyone, but it's one of the main reasons why I'll find myself in this space more often than not.

This place is a must! I've only had their teas and pastries! They have a chicken Cesar wrap and I'm…read moredying to try it! Just a tip, get there before 3pm cause i know they sell out of the pastries before then! The service is fast and they're always so nice and accommodating! They have a drive thru and they also have seating inside and also a private room. It's quiet and good for a study spot. This is a must to visit and I can't wait to keep going back! They have many different locations and I was unaware!

I thought this place was wonderful! We had seen a few not great reviews but wanted to decide for…read moreourselves and we will definitely be back! It was beautiful! The ham and cheese pull apart was delicious and the sticky bun ( giant cinnamon roll) was fantastic! Rolls that big, I think, usually loose their flavor but not this one! Everyone was so nice and beautiful!

1. Service - staff was somewhat friendly, but not welcoming. When you come in, order and pay at the…read moreregister, grab a number and sit yourself. 2. Price - depending on what you get, it's $10-$20 for breakfast and roughly $5 for coffee. 3. Ambiance - this is the best part of the cafe. It is very cozy, petit, and the moment you step in, you want to sit and rest for a little bit. Dress code here is casual. 4. Food - I think my favorite here is the Croque Madame. The Almond Croissant was flavorless, the croissant is too big and dense, and the Quiche Lorraine looks appetizing, but it was also dense, hard, and flavorless. 5. Cleanliness - dining area looks clean. SUMMARY I am not exactly in love with the food here. It seems very bland. Some people like that I'm sure. I may give it another try one day, but not anytime soon.

Paris Baguette is a South Korean bakery-cafe chain with French inspired pastries. It reminds me of…read morethe beautiful bakeries in Seoul, like Onion Cafe. The fusion of French classics with Korean traditions makes the most beautiful and delicious fusion pastries. Egg tarts. Milk bread. Sweet potato bread. Tiramisu tarts. Salted caramel pretzel croissant crisps. Salted butter twist rolls. Pick up a tray. Line it with Paris Baguette wax paper. Grab a pair of tongs. Then add some sweet treats. My last trip yielded a BOGO special on National Friendship Day. An almond pain au chocolat and a strawberry peanut crumb bread. Delicious. Grab a chai latte. Ask them to add extra milk so that it won't be so sweet. Such a cute cafe. Love the open airy concept with the cutest seating options. Lots of parking available. Sign up for their rewards programs for some sweet treats on special occasions. Bon Appetit, Your Majesty.

Good location in Spring Branch for this Paris Baguette located in the HMart center off Blalock and…read moreWestview. The parking is ample since it shares a parking lot with several small businesses along a shopping strip with includes restaurants, bank, and a large grocery store (HMart). The ambiance is very impressive. The space is larger than expected with a lot of seating. Their bakery goods look delicious and most taste delicious. I would say their cakes are good but way too expensive. Some have a hole in the middle (like a Bundt cake) making me wonder if it's to save money on ingredients or just a cool thing that bakeries do for certain cakes. My latest adventure there was trying the chocolate hazelnut layer cake with Nutella. It was good but not great. Lines were decently long on a Saturday evening after dinner time so business is good. Service was fine. Enjoy!

This is my favorite!!! They make the BEST DARK CHOCOLATE OLD FASHIONED EVER!!!…read morePlus...the Turkey burger, Spaghetti Squash Casserole and Kale salad are just a few of my favorites as well. Not to mention the STAFF AND MANAGER....Eddie is Amazingly accommodating.

I'm usually here in the evenings, so experiencing brunch hour was really quiet. We came before the…read morerush. The restaurant is nice and bright. It definitely gives you a kitchen vibe. Food was delicious. The market salad seems more as a dip for the pitas, so don't order that as a meal.