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    Lafayette Bakery & Cafe

    4.2 (657 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Candy C.

    This place is legit. We came toward the end of the day, so much of the selection was already gone, but what we did get was worth it. Must-tries: * Cheese focaccia with hot honey (warm it up!)--absolutely incredible * Chocolate pistachio cake--pure perfection * Lemon meringue--beautifully balanced, tart and sweet * Passionfruit tart with raspberries--another bright, tangy-sweet standout We found a nice outdoor spot to enjoy everything, which made it even better. Do yourself a favor and go early for the full selection!

    Almond milk latte and mini ham and cheese baguette
    Daisy S.

    Super cute patisserie tucked into a charming little plaza. The bakery itself is adorable, and while dogs aren't allowed inside but they are welcome on the back patio. They have SO many pastries and breakfast treats that it's genuinely hard to choose. I originally went in craving something sweet, but I couldn't resist trying their mini baguette ham and cheese sandwiches since I've never seen a mini one before. Paired it with a latte, and wow, I was immediately transported back to Paris. Simple and absolutely delicious. I honestly wish I had grabbed a few pastries to go because everything looked incredible. Already looking forward to coming back and trying more next time!

    Mini salmon sandwich is the best sandwich
    Yena W.

    Lafayette is an old school French bakery in The Barnyard Shopping Village that I've been going to for years and I can't believe I am only just writing a review for them in 2026. Please forgive me. Maybe I've been unwittingly gatekeeping. But no more. It is a small pleasure in my life to walk into this sunny warm cozy space that smells of butter and flour, grab a couple mini salmon sandwiches and a mini lemon bichon (a must) (and maybe an extra pastry or two, just to try something different once in a while) to take with me for the day and eat it somewhere picturesque, like at the beach watching all the happy dogs scampering across the blustering sand. The food is light, delicate, and perfectly simple. The people are nice. Grab and go. Go early before things sell out, because they do. There is no other location. It is the only one and to me, it is special.

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    Hemanth G.

    Early chilly morning in Carmel, exploring for some good coffee and bakery bites, came across this packed authentic French Patisserie/bakery in the barnyard shopping strip. Got their popular chocolate swirl, bagged their pistachio/cranberry sourdough loaf for take out. All the items are baked in this bakery unlike few others who buy from wholesale bakeries. Also noticed many getting their fresh sandwiches..was lil too early for me to bag sandwiches. The coffee was meh, had better ones at other places. Definitely a spot to satisfy bakery cravings or sandwiches, just allow few minutes for line which moves fast.

    So many options to choose from
    Evangelene G.

    I was working in the area and needed a quick bite before heading home. I found Lafayette on Yelp and saw it on a few social media reels so thought I'd give it a try. It checked my boxes and now on my list of places to go when I'm in Carmel or on my way to Big Sur. Highlights: Mini-sandwiches: perfect portion if you need something small. There are veggie and meat options. I tried the prosciutto sandwich (yum). There are full sizes to go which are perfect for two on a hike in Big Sur. Pastries: The minis are perfect portions for flavor but I took the full size for breakfast today. Right now we are marveling over the raspberries. I don't know what they do but it guarantees a return trip for me. Coffee: No complaints here! Sitting back with a latte with my sandwich is my version of a good morning. Ambiance/service: very friendly and patient with a first time visitor! I love the patio for sitting back and enjoying my food. Thanks again and I have to get back to my raspberry swirl before it's gone!

    Jade C.

    I can't gate keep any longer. This is one of the best bakeries I've ever been to. A REQUIREMENT to stop here any time we are in or around the area. Fun fact: my husband and I stopped here before we got engaged at point lobos and when we came back to Monterey for our honeymoon. You can't go wrong with anything here, and they have something for everyone. There's a case for dessert specific items, sandwiches (I recommend the prosciutto, ham & Swiss or caprese, or all three if you do the minis), and a baked item case ( to the right of the cashier). From this case you want to get the Apricot pinwheel and the raspberry brioche. I am not a fan of brioche but they nail it here. We don't come here for the coffee, so I can't really comment on it as the star of the show is definitely the baked goods but a hot tea will run you $3.50 for a medium.

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    Olivia P.

    Was sadly disappointed with this place. The mini bichon I got had no lemon in it at all. It was a dry empty puff pastry. The mini brioche I got was dry and stale. I also got the raspberry brioche. It was better, but it still felt like there was something missing with the texture of the brioche. It wasn't as airy as I wanted it to be. It also got dry without the topping. The apricot pastry was okay. It was too much pastry, not enough of the good stuff. Maybe three bites of it and the apricots tasted straight out of a can.

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    Sara M.

    Fantastic pastries, pies, sandwiches and coffee. Service was also great! Parking is plentiful, inside seating is a bit light but they have a big outside patio out back.

    Citrus yuzu croissant
    James H.

    I saw a long line while making our way to breakfast. But by time came back at 11 am most of the pastries were sold out. But the chocolate croissant was one of the better ones I've had. There was a lot of chocolate, they def don't skimp. The citrus yuzu croissant was different in a good way. Little pockets of yuzu baked in were delightful. Soft interior with crunchy exterior. Outdoor seating available.

    Lindsey L.

    I love this bakery so much! The staff are so nice and lovely to talk to in the morning. Tried all the mini sandwiches and every single one is delicious. The almond pastries are unmatched. Everything about this bakery is so lovely. If you are going through the PCH, drop by here to pick up some small meals and treats on the way. But come early because many of the pastries were sold out by 11. I definitely recommend the ham and swiss cheese croissant warmed up because that is the BEST thing i have ever tried-- juicy, crunchy, savory, sweet -- all the best things. I am still thinking about it to this day

    Melissa B.

    So delicious and in such a cute area. Pastries are perfect and the sandwiches are so yummy.

    Kathleen Y.

    Came here after checking out of our airbnb, to grab a quick bite to eat and some coffee. Love how convenient their pre-made sandwiches are, and all their pastries looked amazing! My friends and I each ordered a mini baguette sandwich each, plus some hot drip coffees and a couple sweet treats to share. I opted for the prosciutto sandwich, which is the perfect mini size for breakfast. The baguette had a nice chew to it. Loved the sesame seeds on the exterior for extra texture! And the flavors of the prosciutto and the accompanying accoutrements worked well together. Service was pretty quick since they pretty much bag your food and hand it to you once you pay. If you order coffee, there's a self serve station, or you wait for a specialty coffee the make behind the counter. The only caveat is that they don't do iced coffees! So if a hot drink isn't your thing, you're out of luck. Pretty decent bakery to hit up if you need to pick up something quick and tasty. Interested in trying more of their baked goods next time I'm in Carmel!

    Kenny J.

    Ordered: - Mini ham cheese, Mini salami cheese, Mini prosciutto (3.5/5): Our main complaint about the 3 above sandwiches was the bread that was used. Since it wasn't toasted, it essentially felt like we had cold, hard baguettes with cold deli meats inside. It felt dry to eat and we probably wouldn't get again - at least for breakfast. - Mini salmon (4/5): Our favorite mini sandwich mainly because we love salmon and because the bun softer than the previous mentioned sandwiches. - Quiche Lorraine Ham, Bacon, Cheese (4/5): We got this one warmed up and it was so nice and warming on a chilly morning. Definitely a filling quiche with a delicious crust. The only con was that the crust was a little burnt likely from warming it up so we couldn't eat it all. It was definitely also a bit on the oilier side. - Almond Croissant (5/5): My gf loved this one! It was delicate and flaky and had the perfect level of sweetness. Definitely one of the standouts for her. Overall (3/5): We came here on an early Saturday morning in October to pick up a quick breakfast before heading to Point Lobos for a hike. The service was quick and efficient so we could be on our way, which was a plus. The location was also very convenient as it was right next to a spacious parking lot. Our main complaint was that the price tags weren't shown when we were ordering and it felt tedious to have to ask the cashier how much everything cost. Maybe this was by design though- after purchasing everything we found that the mini sandwiches came out to about 5 dollars per sandwich. For the size that you get, we thought it was pretty overpriced.

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    Tried the almond paste croissant. The butteriest. Pure decadence. At this point, I don't need to think about other patisserie.

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    High quality pastries & extremely friendly service. Coffee was good but not remarkable. Very limited seating.

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    Do they make anything gluten-free other than a brownie like gluten-free croissants?

    Wondering if they now have any gluten-free pastries, other than the macaroons and brownies if those are pastries 🤷🏻‍♀️?

    Are they typically open on Thanksgiving and the day after?

    It's been a few years since I've checked, but wondering if they now offer gluten-free pastries, other than a brownie?

    Do they serve any gluten-free pastries?

    We have a few, we have macarons ( the flavors vary but lately we have lime, raspberry, chocolate or pistachio), we also have brownies.

    Do you bake any gluten-free pastries, scones , or muffins?

    Last I went there, they had no gluten free baked goods. Check out Nece's, they make all gf baked goods.

    Are they open on thanksgiving morning?

    Does Lafayette Bakery make wedding cakes?

    We do, but only french style which means sheetcake, mini pastries, macarons and croquembouche.

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