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    French Bakery Cafe

    3.0 (428 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, French
    Closed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    I am extremely dissatisfied. I used to love this place and came here all the time. Today, on my birthday, we went to pick up a 10-inch tiramisu cake--for which I had specifically stated that I am ALLERGIC to strawberries. When I placed the order, I requested peaches instead; I didn't mind paying extra for them. The problem is that I now have my birthday cake right here, and despite having told them that I am allergic to strawberries, they left them on--and gave me no option to have them removed. I'm sorry, but I will not be returning. I am very disappointed

    Miriam V.

    Coming here can be a hit or miss. Mainly has to do with the staff in the front. Sometimes they ignore you and seem irritated and sometimes they are complete sweethearts. This makes me dread coming from time to time. The only reason I continue to come is because of their cakes. Both the chocolate, vanilla, and tres leches are amazing. I think their desserts are worth making the trip to this place. One of my favorite desserts is their yogurt slice cheesecake. Which is a shocker because I dislike cheesecake. So it says a lot.

    Large variety of pastries
    Alice-Anne A.

    Large variety of fresh pastries with ample seating options inside or on their covered patio. Menu by register has breakfast and lunch options from sandwiches, crepes, etc. Staff were friendly and helpful. Nice little place to grab a coffee and something to eat with friends.

    Prepared food menu June 2025
    Mary O.

    I love this place! Their bakery is great, you can tell they use in-season ingredients. I LOVE LOVE LOVE their fruit tarts! So good. They use marzipan instead of custard in some of them (which is how it should always be in my opinion). The prepared food is great too. Very local vibe here. The baristas and counter people are always so sweet.

    I just left French bakery, I ordered a $50 cake, a danish and a large latte. I asked the lady if she could please add light foam and mostly milk. She handed me the coffee cup about half full. I politely explain to her. The coffee was strong for me and if she could, please add some milk. She then walked to the far end of the counter with her back towards me, and the two ladies proceeded to stand there and talk quite loud about the white lady, looking over their shoulders, and laughing. Really unbelievable, The owner of this bakery should consider educating their staff on Customer Service and professionalism

    Their breakfast croissant sandwich
    Jaece C.

    Please do not eat here.. your health can be at risk! Their food is not safe to eat, their place has been inspected and had so many health violations! Their water cups were all still wet before they even let them dried up to use. They leave their tables dirty and don't clean it. Their food is not that great at all, please don't eat here. Health can be at risk!! This place is super unsanitary. My friend ordered this breakfast croissant and the same day, he got food poisoning and started to feel ill! PLEASE be careful if you decide to eat here, I advise you not too.. it's your choice.

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    Great chicken sandwich, coffee and chocolate moose! Highly recommend. Service and ambiance is also high quality.

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    Delicious and pretty cake for a birthday surprise. Efficient and pleasant service. Many other items looked tasty. Not busy after lunch.

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    Really Good pastries, the best tiramisu ever, and their fruit tarts everything fresh and tasty

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    Pretty good quality abs delicious pastries but very expensive in my opinion. That's the only reason I gave them 1 star less.

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    Great cakes, amazing coffee & dessert!! Great customer been coming here from r over 10 years

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