Wow, what a beautiful little bakery. I have been meaning to stop by for a long time but it's a bit out of the way and I kept forgetting. Today I made a point to go! Parking was easy and plentiful which isn't always the case in the shared business lot. Walking up they have a great patio with umbrellas for shade. I was greeted when I walked in and approached the counter. I instantly recognized the desserts by clement fruits and asked if they were the one and only. They are. Nice to have that option closer. I looked at all the beautiful pastries and cakes but settled on a croissant. I took it to go. When I got home I heated it lightly and throughly enjoyed it with my coffee. I can't wait to come back and try other things including breakfast. read more

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No Vegan food. Nothing, nada. We do have coffee and tea type beverages that they can make without dairy, but that's it. Beautiful traditional French pastries if you're a dairy animal eater person. Nice café with indoor seating. Friendly people, but not very attentive, they get a bit defensive borderline rude when I started asking about vegan. read more

Very friendly staff! Comfortable interior ambiance with ample outdoor seating as well. I had the cheese danish and the flavor profile was very lovely! The coffee was good and comes with an endless cup attribute () I'll definitely be bringing the wife back, read more

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Came here back in February for an anniversary brunch with my husband and it did not disappoint. I got the caramel latte for coffee and eggs benedict with tots for my meal. I also picked out a dessert from Desserts by Clements that were available, they were too pretty to eat. My husband got the California omelet, I think? It was really good, especially with the avocados. I love this new location and there were so many amazing pastries to choose from, I plan to come here for all of my dessert needs. Service was great and there were tons of outdoor seating as well as indoor seating, but it was too nice to not sit outside. I love the umbrellas were available for shade so that we weren't overheating out in the sun. Such a nice little stop! read more

We stayed in hotel across the street and were heading out of town to drive north and just happened to see this bakery. To satisfy sweet tooth we stopped by around lunchtime. The setup is really nice. You can sit inside or outside on the patio and enjoy the sun. I'm particularly fond of the fruit tarts and the one I picked out was amazing. My wife picked out a fruit gel that was special made. We had to let it thaw for 30 minutes, but it was absolutely delicious. The owner was inside very friendly guy and we sat and chatted with him for a little bit. If you like high-quality baked goods, you have to stop by here. read more

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Finally a French bakery we all love! My sister brought a bunch of goodies for my birthday party and they were all delicious! Can't wait to go to the bakery myself and check out all the goodies. The napoleon cake is the best we've had in north county! read more

French Bakery Cafe - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Such a cute cafe! Tons of parking. Tried the cream cheese strudel amazing!! And also got their Madeline's too. So buttery and yummy. I can't wait to go back and try more things. Spacious lots of seating. Cute outdoor patio area with fire pit. Staff are super nice and friendly read more

We were frequent customers at the precious location in Carlsbad Village. We were unhappy to see the cafe relocate. We are wrong! The new location is definitely provides more comfortable outdoor seating, easy parking AND the same delicious fare. The new complex also offers other interesting buildings, and businesses with lovely, unexpected outdoor spaces. The architecture is very industrial, but the overall design speaks of a community gathering center. Give this location a try. We were impressed, especially since this is still a family business and does not have a chain store vibe. read more

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This place is SO good. Though initially I was saddened that they took over the business space that used to be an Asian Fusion restaurant, sadness quickly turned to happiness! This is a contemporary-style French bakery that serves breakfast & lunch with coffee or wine and other beverages. We walked up to the register to order our food & beverages and got a number to put on our table. The employees were helpful and friendly. I've always appreciated and enjoyed the open layout of this place. There's really nice outdoor seating but inside is good too, still feels like you're dining al fresco. After ordering, our drinks came first. We had the Pistachio Latte and the Lavender Chai and OMG. The BEST we've had anywhere. Then we tried the Chicken Florentine Crepes and the French Onion Soup, both served with a spring salad. My oh my. It was absolutely delicious! Both were on point! Then, we had to get something sweet. So, we chose the Mango dessert (that was as big as a real one) and the Raspberry Tart. Both were good. We liked that they weren't overly sweet and had just the right amount of sweetness. The mango dessert was so light and fruity and the crushed almond filling in the raspberry tart just added an extra layer of goodness to an already delicious dessert. Overall, was a great experience and looking forward to going back! read more

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Oui! Oui! Oui! C'est super, c'est délicieux! This is exactly what this area has been missing, an outstanding French bakery and café. My better half has been picking up pastries here since they opened, and l've been consistently impressed by the quality. I finally stopped in myself this week and was absolutely delighted. The space is spotless, with a lovely outdoor seating area and one of the most beautiful pastry displays I've seen locally. I ordered a generous assortment of both refrigerated and baked pastries, and every single one was exquisite. The service was warm, friendly, and patient as I lingered...oohing and admiring every creation behind the glass. This place already feels like the start of a long, happy weekly ritual. In addition to the pastries, they offer a fantastic breakfast and lunch menu, excellent coffee, and even wine. Comme on dit en France : la vie est trop courte pour se priver de bonnes pâtisseries-life is too short to deny yourself great pastries! read more

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I love desserts so I am always excited to try new places. This place has a variety of desserts and pastries. We tried a muffin, a fruit tart and the chocolate dessert in the picture. The muffin didn't taste fresh and the pastries on display also looked stale. The fruit tart was ok and the chocolate dessert was tasty but it costs $11 so I am not sure it's worth the price tag. read more

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I should've come sooner! Wonderful location with plenty of seating both inside and outside. Walked with a small line but was happily greeted by an awesome young man who gave great suggestions when we were in between choices. Initially came here for the chicken Florentine crepe but added a few things as everything looked delicious. The béchamel is what made the crepe IMO but the chicken also was tender and appropriately portioned. We had fresh just out of the oven almost croissants which were warm and crispy! The almond paste was a perfect blend of spices. Also ordered a spinach feta puff pastry which I took a small bite of and it was really good. I have a pistachio cake waiting to be tried in the fridge. And I had a couple bites of the blueberry lemon cake which was good balance of blueberry and lemon flavors not overly sweet. Got all of this to go and took only one pic but we'll be back to try more! read more

This place is a problem for me and my family. Come here at your own risk. If you don't want to eat desserts that you will think about the rest of the week, then avoid this place. If you don't want to have to fight the urge to stop by this bakery every time you get groceries at Bressi Ranch, then stay away. If you don't want culinary joy that will ruin any other dessert experience you have in north county, then do not visit the French Bakery Cafe at all costs. Now I have only had lunch at French Bakery Cafe once, and it was delightful, but we do not come here for savory food. My family and I come here to eat baked treats that make me question why we don't move to France right now. We are also regular patrons of Prager Brothers in Carlsbad and love the breads, sandwiches, and occasional pizza. We also love a good sandwich or brunch at O'Brien's Boulangerie when we find ourselves down in Poway. D'liteful Chocolat in San Marcos is an awesome spot for chocolate treats. These are all awesome bakeries but their desserts aren't even on the same f'ing planet as French Bakery Cafe. FBC's whipped creams, mouses, sponges, fruit fillings, chocolate shells, meringues, custards...you name it...are the things dreams are made of. I don't know where they found the bakers that make the desserts in this place, but they need to be protected at all costs. I dare you to go to this place, look in the glass case of treats, and not be tempted to buy one of every damn thing you see in front of you. Go support good food and ignore any of the bad reviews on Yelp. Those people hate happiness and joy. The staff is amazing, the baked treats are magical, and you can always burn off the calories at the gym later. Go check them out and thank me later. This place is a gem. read more

Been a few times now. Our favs are the apple tart, the chocolate eclairs and the raspberry mousse cake...amazing. All we're not overly sweet. They also offer breakfast/lunch items. Ordered an omelette and it was delicious. Easy parking in lot. You can dine in or out on the patio. read more

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I was looking for a new place to have breakfast and saw this Bakery Cafe next to restaurants we frequent when in town. Everyone was welcoming and friendly. There were so many beautiful pieces of art (pastries) behind the counter that I'm sure we'll be back regularly for coffee and pastry to go. We ordered... Mediterranean omelette with taters. Crepes with Grandmanier infused cream Latte (hot and cold) Everything was delicious. My husband and I shared the food. It was a nice combination of savory and sweet. The decor is modern. Seating inside and outside. (Although they should water the plants outside). Restroom was unisex and clean. Looking forward to trying the pastries. Will definitely be getting some for my tea parties or get togethers. read more

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I was so excited to see that the new location for the French Bakery Cafe has been such a great success. If you never visited them in the old location in Carlsbad Village, you are in luck. The new location hasn't missed a step when it comes to their delicious meals and pastries. The staff is so friendly and helpful that you will love anything you order. read more

INCREDIBLE cake! Love their tart too, honestly wanted to try everything. It is tucked away so I wouldn't have noticed it if I wasn't looking for it but it is in a very calm/peaceful area. The staff was super friendly and helpful with flavor suggestions. Definitely will be returning to try some other pastries! read more

French Bakery Cafe - Fruit tart and raspberry cake - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Cream cheese custard danish - Nick's fav Coconut, raspberry, dark chocolate macaroon bar - Jenna's fav Service was friendly and helpful. The selection was limited when I went at 1pm, but even then I found some wonderful treats. Quality of the pastry makes for excellent value. I'd definitely come back! read more

Screw the ambiance & the service, while those were fine let's get to business. The raspberry pastry was phenomenal, I shoved it down my throat without utensils before exiting the parking lot, no cross section picture for you. I also finished the mango pastry in the same sitting. Highly recommend. $11.50/each read more

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The restaurant is small in Bressi Ranch. They were light on staff but all staff was kind, generous, and attentive. I got the mango dessert and a chocolate croissant. It was a little more than I usually spend on desserts but the flavor made the cost well worth it. Light, fluffy, and packed with flavor. The mango dessert had fresh mango inside and tasted like a beautiful cheesecake. 100% recommend. read more

The well-loved French Bakery from Carlsbad Village opened up their new location near Bressi! It's a quiet location (at least on the Sunday morning we went on) with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating plus a large parking lot. Friendly staff as always, yummy cakes and paninis, and a relaxing atmosphere. I love the ambiance here, and can see it as a great place to catch up with loved ones or even get some work/study done :) read more

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Beautiful desserts that are also delicious! A bit pricey but an every so often indulgence. At our last visit we shared a savory and a sweet crepe - both were really good. I've been here several times and the only thing that I would not order again are the beignets. Everything else I've ordered was good. read more

Pretty Good The crepes are well done and the panini was quite delicious. It's a good place for lunch. read more

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My go to for capuchinnos , apple turnovers (chausson aux pommes), croissants, crepes, salads , you name it. Le Parisien sandwich with ham or Turkey is delicious. Everything made fresh and on site. Service is great. Beautiful patio. So happy they were able to relocate to Bressi Ranch. read more

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Very beautiful pastries! Although I have to confess my apple tart would have been better a bit warmer. It was really cold. Good coffee too. I was working in the area and stopped by to check Bressi French because wanted to see if it was really French and was just around the corner doing some work. Very nice girls explaining the variety of things they serve (also food and wines, not only pastries and coffee). Space is big, with inside and outside seating. And yes, croissants for life! read more

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They made a great tasting cake and have reasonable prices. Much better than anything in the area.

These pastries are the cutest thing ever! I have the raspberry mouse treat and not only did it taste phenomenal but it was in the shape of a raspberry!! The fruit tarts are great as well. The staff is great as they also answer any questions you may have. The atmosphere is just so inviting that you will likely go again. read more

This was one of the worst customer service experiences I have ever had. The employee who was handling payments was unprofessional and appeared to treat customers differently than what I would expect from a business in the Carlsbad area. I was disappointed by the interaction, especially because the rest of the staff were professional, courteous, and provided excellent service. The employees demonstrated a much higher level of customer service and professionalism. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and provides additional customer service training, as experiences like this can negatively impact the business. read more

EEEKKKKK THIS PLACE!! It's the cutest. They have the most fun and really awesomely created desserts! great place to go to look for something different to try or bring to an event! The service is great, staff is so nice and the inside is cute with lots of outdoor setting as well! read more

What a great spot across from my hotel. Coffee was good and many made item options. Visited twice and both time satisfied.

We arrived at French Pastry Cafe on a cloudy Sunday morning, and ordered at 10:57am. First one nice guy helped us with our order. Another gal came to help, so we mentioned we were being helped by him. It was unclear that they were both trying to help us. My bf went to sit at a table, to avoid the issues ordering two meals to eat here and two desserts to go. They apparently were both helping us, we finally understood. One gal said my bf stormed off, but he just walked off to get a table. My bf ordered the Orange Grand Marnier sweet crepes. About 10 minutes later, the staff came to us & told us they ran out of the custard to make this crepe and asked him what else he wanted. They did not bring a menu in hand, but he ordered the Banana Nutella Crepes. Another 5 to 8 minutes later, they again came and told us that they didn't have the ingredients to make this crepe, either. So another crepe was ordered. We waited 30 minutes for our food in total. They offered us a free dessert to accommodate our inconvenience. When we got the food, the staff lady said, and this is a quote, "You want us to refund you and take your crepes back? We can do that, too." She was most unpleasant. It is easy to be rude. It takes effort to communicate with customers and seem sympathetic. The one staff gal needs better respect and communication skills. Our food arrived at 11:28am. We will not be ordering food to eat here again. We will probably come for their $8-10 desserts and order them to go. Our food was not hot when served, but warm. read more

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Adorable place to come get an organic coffee and delightful treats. Kinda hidden but worth the trip. read more

French Bakery Cafe - Coffee - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Carlsbad, California

OMG, this place is amazing. Soooo beautiful and the pastries, oh my.... The service is fantastic as well and such a nice a peaceful environment. We had the croque madam and ham and Swiss omelette. This place is great. read more

French Bakery Cafe - Pastries - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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This is our go-to place for birthday cakes and special pastries. We love their Chocolate Mousse Cake with and without strawberries. And their Spinach Feta pastries make an incredible breakfast or snack. Haven't picked a bad individual pastry or fruit tart either. We like to get an assortment and cut them into several pieces so everyone can try a bite of each type! They also have a lovely patio area with a fire pit. It's a nice place to get a coffee and a quick bite in the morning. read more

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I was looking forward to coming here. Unfortunately I ordered a ham and cheese quiche. It was dry, brown, overcooked and crust inedible. The bathroom floor was dirty. Their internet was down and they only accepted cash. I didn't have enough cash and had to borrow money from a friend. I was taking her out for her birthday!! read more

Celebrated with a 10 inch chocolate mousse cake. The cake was so moist and the chocolate dipped strawberries and whipped cream were SO GOOD!! read more

French Bakery Cafe - 10 inch chocolate mousse cake - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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This was a big hit for our family Easter brunch. Everyone loved the way it looked and tasted. Fun conversation piece. read more

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Love this place. Been a regular for the past 20 years. This is place is also my go to for cakes. Delicious

The pastries all looked amazing! It was hard to decide. I had the apple cinnamon crêpes and they were delicious. The coffee was yummy as well. I will definitely be going back. read more

I absolutely loved the orange cake! My coffee was delish as well! My savory crepe was a bit bland but still delicious. I will be going back for sure! read more

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