If you've ever dreamed of wandering into a Parisian patisserie, this charming little gem is about…read moreas close as it gets without a passport. The space itself is chic and impossibly cute, a mini cafe that feels like a hidden boutique find, quaint in all the right ways. The croissants are the genuine article: buttery, flaky layers with that perfect golden exterior that only comes from someone who truly knows what they're doing. Every pastry here is crafted with care and it shows in every bite. And the mocha coffee? That alone is worth the trip. Rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced, it pairs beautifully with anything in the pastry case. The staff are warm and genuinely welcoming, making the whole experience feel personal rather than transactional. One thing to keep in mind: this is not a drive-through. It's a small owner-operated cafe where everything is made with intention. Come with time to spare, settle in, and let the experience unfold. Good things take time, and here that philosophy is baked right into everything they do. Yes, prices lean a bit higher than your average coffee shop, but this is quality you can taste. You're paying for authentic French technique that honors the tradition. La Princière is a Thousand Oaks treasure worth every unhurried minute.

Any update on the bakery being open? It's been closed…read more Love that sourdough bread. Hoping Ahlem is well.

Sometimes you stumble upon a place purely by accident and it ends up being the best surprise. That…read morewas me after finishing an early appointment near by. I found this spot online and headed over and Im glad I did. From the moment I walked in I was greeted by the owners, husband and wife team who immediately made me feel welcome. They were eager to walk me through the menu, offered great suggestions, and were incredibly patient while my brain was still waking up at 9am lol. Their kindness and humor made me feel right at home. This place also feels homey. If you take a moment to look around, you'll notice the personal touches such as the artwork, photos, and thoughtful details that tell a story of their family. Okay Now to get to the good stuff the drinks and bites are stellar, here's what I got: I finally found a seriously addicting chai here in the 805. I'm very picky about chai, so when Robin insisted "you're trying this" so I listened and I'm so glad I did haha. Freshly brewed, no artificial flavors, perfectly spiced. I think I would dub this one of the BEST chai's I've ever had. 10/10. Their classic breakfast bites hit the spot too. I had a breakfast sandwich with crispy bacon and a fresh egg. Simple but good. I'd get this again but also would be open to trying some of their other bites. 8/10. The handmade bakery section here was unreal. The apple pastry I ordered was pure nostalgia and absolutely delicious. I can't wait to come back and try more of their daily baked goods. The selection was huge and lots of different options to try. I think their passionfruit pastry will be calling my name next time. Lastly I leave you with a Fun fact: if you're a football fan or into chess, this is your cafe. Chess tables are available for playing at and it's the perfect morning spot to catch matches over coffee and pastries. Liverpool fans especially welcome here ;) Sorry it took me so long to find this spot but they've got a new fan now!

Fantastic experience for my first time visiting this bakery. I was stopping by today to grab a…read morequick blueberry muffin to go and I noticed a gracious and inviting welcome when I walked in. I saw chess table's too and the overall feel was very professional. The business owner is very nice I ordered a muffin and it was delicious. I also played a few games of chess. Wow, What a great place to grab a coffee and pastry. Highly recommended! Thank you.

I always knew this place existed and passed it many times on TO Boulevard and I'm so glad I finally…read moremade the effort. I found the atmosphere to be so inviting, warm and modern with plenty of seating and a really nice outside patio. I would also mention that's it's so nice not to lumped in the middle of a strip mall like, ' Longevity in TO & Ragamuffin in Newbury Park' . I love the design of the interior! I have been to a ton of coffee locations in the area, ( Westlake, TO, Newbury Park, Oxnard, Ventura , Santa Barbara, Malibu) and this Cafe Ficelle location is up there with the best of them. Yes the parking is not perfect- but....the service I found on my, 'so far 5 visits' has been excellent and my ' cappuccinos' have been perfectly made and tasted superb. I also had a Tri Tip sandwich which I also found to be really tasty. I am a fan and would encourage you to give it a shot and look past the 3.7 stars on Yelp- I hope this location makes it as the Pizza place that was next to it didn't.

Today I had lunch at Cafe Ficelle with my parents. We shared two French dip sandwiches, a chocolate…read morecroissant and an almond croissant. The sandwiches were outstanding. Crusty, toasted baguette, tender tri-tip, and perfectly melted Gruyere. The dipping sauce was rich and flavorful, a perfect complement. Each sandwich also came with a fresh side salad of arugula and goat cheese. The croissants were very good. We arrived close to closing, so the pastries may not have been at peak freshness. I would recommend enjoying them earlier in the day, ideally with coffee or tea. Since we were sharing, our server sliced each croissant in three pieces. Thank you! The cafe itself is charming, with warm dark wood, cozy seating, and a fireplace that adds to the ambiance. Indoor temperature was a bit cool during our visit, but still a pleasant environment, and there is outdoor seating as well. The staff was friendly and service was quick. One small note: it would help if the staff had a better grasp of the menu and felt more confident describing it. The food speaks for itself and is worth highlighting. Parking was close and easy, and I especially enjoyed the light jazz playing in the background, including standards sung beautifully by Ella Fitzgerald. P.S. I always forget to snap photos. The sandwich was Insta-worthy.

The kids got the cinnamon rolls and devoured them before I had a chance to take my daddy tax. So…read morethat tells you how much they liked the cinnamon rolls. My wife got a bagel breakfast sandwich with egg, cheese, and spinach, and really enjoyed it. The coffee was tasty and really hit the spot. The staff was really friendly and always smiling. What really stood out was the patrons. I saw college students, construction workers, and people in suits all coming in here. Some greeted the staff, offering a clue that they were likely regulars. To me, that's a great sign of a solid establishment. If there are people from all walks of life coming in here regularly to get their breakfast fix, you've got to be doing something right.

Ordered via food delivery service…read more Breakfast burrito with bacon, requested no potatoes, as I am not allowed to consume it at this time. Burrito had lots of potatoes which I had to remove and hardly any bacon. Basically used the potatoes to stuff the burrito. Also had a Chai latte. Was good, but most of the cup was the foam, so only just under 3/4 of the drink was actual liquid. My personal experience was pretty mediocre, which saddens me as this seems to be a mom and pop establishment. I hope others have a better experience than I do.

Ordered a cake and cupcakes for my nephew's 1st birthday. She made the ingredients per specific…read moreinstruction from my brother and did an amazing job. A-Z she delivered the best cake ever. Thank you, Cake and Love!

I really hate to do this but our experience was really disappointing…read more I was looking around for local bake shops & bakers, other than the popular Bundt or Arleens, because we wanted something special for my friends birthday. I found Cake and Love, saw the reviews and thought "why not?" I love supporting local small businesses. I knew the designs weren't up to par compared to other places, however I read that the cakes tasted really good. My friend Marc ordered them and requested 4 cupcakes but the owner said she could only do a dozen. The design requested for the cupcakes was to write the name on 4 and the rest with birthday + Halloween designs. And he ordered four different flavors. She had a week to prepare and offered to drop them off. Not only was she an hour late, but she practically rushed off without giving us a chance to look at the cupcakes to check them. You can only imagine our disappointment when we opened the box. It looked absolutely terrible, rushed and as if a child decorated these. These cupcakes were for an adult. The taste was just ok too. The chocolate cakes were mushy, the red velvet were dry and the other two were 'eh.' It was too late to find something else so we sucked it up and used them to sing happy birthday anyway. Regardless if there was any mis-communication, this is not acceptable. And I feel that we deserve a refund.

Drove all the way from Burbank just to check out Carrara's Pastry Shop in Agoura Hills--and wow,…read morethey absolutely did not disappoint. It's a small, charming café with a cozy atmosphere, featuring old-school car collectibles displayed on a shelf that add a unique touch. They also offer outdoor seating where you can enjoy your desserts surrounded by lush greenery, natural foliage, and a peaceful little waterfall pond. The service was great as well, they were friendly and welcoming and answered all my questions. suggested I definitely I ended up picking up a chocolate and hazelnut cake with an incredibly soft, spongy interior that was perfectly balanced and rich without being overwhelming. I also grabbed a single serving of the blueberry cheesecake, which was light, airy, and still decadently satisfying--definitely worth every spoonful. The rum babas were a standout: bite-sized, soaked in Jamaican rum, filled with Chantilly cream, and topped with a raspberry. So flavorful and unique--each bite was indulgent without being too heavy. And then there was the Velina cake... oh my goodness. A beautiful sponge layered with chocolate mousse and hazelnut mousse, all covered in a glossy dark chocolate glaze. It was so rich and decadent that I had to slow myself down just to fully enjoy every bite. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtfully made, and worth the drive. I'd absolutely come back again.

I have wanted to stop by for some time. My significant other and I had a chance tonight after…read moredinner next door. We were greeted right away, and we let one of the people working there know we wanted to take a look around as it was our first time stopping in, which was okay. The shop itself was empty. We took a look at the ice cream selection, the full cakes, and then the pastries. Everything looked really good. We decided on a chocolate trilogia pastry and a red velvet pastry to go. The transaction went well. When we got home, we ate the goodies. The trilogia was fresh and had great flavor. The red velvet, unfortunately, did not meet expectations. The cake part was dry, and the frosting was dense and had little flavor. Maybe I just ended up getting an older one, but at $8.25, I had expected a much better item. The service was great, but as a red velvet lover, the flavor was not as expected. I would potentially try again but would sample some other treats.

I have been a loyal customer since 2014, and Cherry On Top Cake has been there for me through all…read moreof my milestones in life. From graduations to anniversaries to even divorce parties, they have always been willing to serve and bake up the best desserts for any occasion. My first experience was through word of mouth from the neighboring anteaters in Irvine. I had placed an order for a Valentine's special box that came with 3 cupcakes and 3 chocolate covered oreos. At that time I was single, but I had to buy it for myself to enjoy. The unique recipe of the frosting and chocolate was something I never had before! Nowadays, I have reached out to Cherry On Top Cake to do my wedding cake. I have full faith in the Head Baker here as she will pour her heart and soul into the final product. Thank you COTC for always being my go to for all these wonderful events in my life!!

Nishat set up an absolutely gorgeous dessert table for my we! It was even better than I pictured!…read more I found myself with a delicious cupcake for breakfast this morning that someone smuggled for me because it was all gone by the end of the night!! A testament to how tasty it was!! Thank you again so much. Taste and look: perfection. Nishat was also excellent to work with. Very responsive and flexible with anything we were looking for. Next time I host an event or am looking for personalized desserts, no doubt I'll go to her.

Thanks Sarah Bercusson for offering samples today. My fiancée and I really enjoyed them and are…read morelooking forward to ordering from you soon! Really recommend anyone seeing this post to check out The Tuscan Bakery goodies. They are super yummy. The amaretti cookies was my personal favorite. My fiancée loved the focaccia with cilantro, red pepper and garlic.

To get any closer to Tuscany, one would have buy a plane ticket! I was lucky enough to get my hands…read moreon some of The Tuscan Bakery's Sage & Onion focaccia bread, and let me say with the confidence of a pro-wrestler, I ate every last bite of that focaccia, and I shall be back for more! The focaccia melted in my mouth and made my seratonin levels rise in an instant! I plan on treating my tummy to this yummy on the regular.

I think I found a new fav breakfast spot!…read more When you walk in, there is a counter where you can order to go, they have small grocery items to buy or the bakery items as well. If not, you can dine in and there is a full menu. The dining area is technically the Maral Cuisine restaurant space (so don't get confused). My family and I arrived around 9 on a Saturday and there was plenty of seating! Food+Drink: 4/5 *SHAKSHUKA $16.95: 2 Poached Eggs in our own Made Sauce (Tomatoes, Bell Peppers, Onions & Cilantro) topped Cilantro -- It was nice to have something different than the same old omelette. I'm a huge fan of dipping bread and sauce. *TURKISH COFFEE $4.50: You can never go wrong with Turkish coffee! Coffee that is just potent enough for me! *HOT CHOCOLATE $5.10: Sometimes you just need a nice hot chocolate and this hit the spot! *CALIFORNIA OMELETTE $16.95: Egg, Sliced Avocado, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Onion, Shredded Cheddar Cheese -- The perfect omelette, with just a bit of everything. *CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST $16.95: Thick -Cut House Made Challah, Served with Syrup, Topped with Fresh Fruits -- Delicious and filling French toast! Staff was attentive and friendly! We couldn't have asked for a better first time experience!

My wife and I specifically went to this restaurant for breakfast based on yelp reviews. First…read moreimpressions; the main dining room I felt was slightly 'stuffy' if that's the word- it looked more like a dinner dining room rather than a breakfast / lunch location in a strip mall. They have done a really good job with the patio and I could see that getting really busy, it wasn't the day we were there as it was a colder day. I ordered the avocado toast that came with a couple of poached eggs and the side I got was a cup of barley soup, my wife ordered the french toast with a side of bacon . The quality of the food was excellent in both cases, tasted good although I felt my food was on the colder side for sure when we finally got it and it was very plain; food took a while considering they weren't that busy. The service was good but not excellent, our waiter came back to check on us once when I thought maybe I caught his eye . I think there's definitely some room for improvement but it won't hold me from coming back... I will definitely give it another try; footnote- a lot of their ingredients are organic and of what I understand they bake all of their bread and pastry items in house. definitely worth a try. Oh, my caffe latte was superb!

They have great cakes an I love their eclairs. The apple turnovers are smashing!…read more There is nothing in this bakery that isn't worth trying.

I went here a few years ago and really liked the few things I got. But went today and am so…read moredisappointed. The crust on the fruit tartlet was totally soft and soggy it totally collapsed, when I picked it up to take a bite. Definitely not made recently. It should have been nice and crisp. The fruit did look fresh, but they were pretty tart. The almond croissant was dry and hard. The princess cake was actually pretty good. The apple almond tart thing was OK at best. Super thin sliced apples on top. They were almost dried out. Lastly I got a small walnut tart and the pastry again was so soggy and sooo thick. It was like eating paste. There was so much crust it overwhelmed what little filling that was in it. The filling tasted good there just wasn't enough of it. I guess I won't be coming back. The guy helping me was very nice and efficient.