Glad I've found this place to get my croissant fix. Ever since we came back from Phoenix and tried JL Patisserie, I've been looking for a local bakery for my croissant fix. I didn't use to be a big croissant person but JL and this place have changed my mind. My go to here is getting the Pain Suisse and a plain croissant, delicious! Has that nice crispy exterior but still light and fluffy. The pain au chocolat is good but doesn't have as much chocolate as I'd like, so I always opt for the Pain Suisse. Overall a great little patisserie in the East Bay and I can see why it won awards for best croissant. read more

Maison Benoit - Chocolate croissant - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

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Quaint patisserie in Danville with friendly & informative customer service. My dad had many inquisitive questions & I asked about their popular items to which the cashier kindly answered w/such sincerity & enthusiasm that made us feel valued as a customer. Items: Cinnamon Brioche $6.50 soft, fresh brioche w/a beautiful cinnamon to sugar ratio that had the perfect sweetness. Pain Suisse $6.50 a chocolate crioissant that has lingering pieces of crisp chocolate that oozed out while baking. The croissant had flaky layers that was very well crafted. Not overly sweet & the ideal pastry with a cup of coffee. Egg Turkey Breakfast Bun $6 a filling savory treat crafted w/attention & care. Mango Passionfruit Sorbet $12 had both a good balance of mango & Passionfruit purée but it was a little sweet due to the 2 fruits added, but it certainly was a nice way to cool off in 90 degree weather. Everything was authentic & the customer service was the cherry on top. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a nice quaint French bakery store front with indoor and outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So many pastries to choose from. Every single one of them looking so delectable. From time to time, I pick up a box of chouquettes. Ten to be exact. Can't just have one and it's nice to share. It's simple yet so tasty. I especially enjoy them with some coffee/expresso. The bakery is always busy, but that's not surprising. Their pastries are really good. read more

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Heard some great things about this place. Even got the Banana Bread Shaken Espresso. I was going to get some pastries, but was discouraged by the bunch of flies on the pastries. Nevertheless, I enjoyed my drink. The staff was very kind and catered to our needs. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]A beautiful location that I will have to try again because my experience sadly wasn't ideal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] (3.5) [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the option to eat inside or outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were excited to try the best croissant in the Bay Area. I drooled at the cases and planned to eat something there and to take some treats home. I ordered the turkey and egg croissant and orange juice to eat for brunch. Loved the crunch of the pastry but I was expecting a bit more flavor with the turkey and egg. The fresh OJ was yummy. (3.0) We also dove into our bags and I loved the cannele and the vanilla and chocolate marquise. The latter two were our favs with the rich cream filling. (5.0) We also tried the plain croissant that we were excited about. But maybe our expectations were overly high and it wasn't our best we have tried in the Bay or the world. We like our croissants crunchy on the outside and flaky on the inside; the outside was a bit soft for our liking and more bready than flaky on the inside. Maybe it was just us. I expected to have a snack when I got home with my purchased plain croissant, almond croissant and almond croissant, but when I opened the bag, I found three plain croissants. What happened? It wasn't very busy when we arrived but was when we left. Lesson learned, check your order before you leave. I will return and hope to get my almond and chocolate croissants next time! Update: I warmed up my plain croissant at home in the toaster oven and it was more to my liking. read more

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Another amazing time at Mai Son Benoit. We got some different foods this time a brioche Au sucre, strawberry cookie, Bayonne, and chocolate chip scone. Everything was delicious. I would say the only thing that was really annoying was that the girl that was helping us kept saying anything else anything else anything else? Anything else and I was like yes please stop asking. We're gonna tell you what we want it was really annoying. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience was good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everybody was happy to be there and they have all the windows thrown open for the beautiful day![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Oh, I also got a caramel latte with almond milk iced and it was so good! We sure love this place!! read more

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These pastries are expensive and while they are flaky, I got the chocolate croissant, and I was appalled to see that the chocolate was in literally 1% of the croissant. The saving grace was the sandwich which was good and how flaky the croissant is, but honestly, the chocolate croissants should be called croissants because they lack chocolate read more

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Amazing authentic French bakery (the best around, trust a French person!) - everything is so good, and I've ordered from them for work events and they even deliver which is great - Go get a taste of Paris! read more

If you're looking for a charming French bakery in the East Bay, Maison Benoit is definitely worth the visit. Everything looked incredible in the pastry case and you can tell the pastries are made with care #1 in SF area for their croissants, which are buttery, flaky, and perfectly baked. You can watch the bakers through the window outside. What we tried: Honey Bear Latte ($6.25) - lightly sweet and comforting Almond Croissant ($7) - flaky with a generous almond filling Egg & Turkey Breakfast Bun ($6) - simple, savory, and satisfying Chouquette ($2) - light, airy, and the perfect little bite Kouign-Amann ($6.75) - crispy, caramelized, and buttery goodness Quiche Lorraine ($11.50) - rich and flavorful Chakchouka Croissant ($8) - a fun savory twist with bold flavors [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space feels cozy and welcoming, making it a great spot for brunch or a coffee break.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Seating is first come, first serve, so it can fill up quickly on weekends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff members were so accommodating helping me with the adjustment of the sweetness of my latte. Tina's Tip: Ask for your pastries warmed up and order them "for here" - it makes a huge difference! Follow me @tinathaotravels for more Bay Area eats, lifestyle, travel, and adventures. read more

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We tried their Pain Suisse today with a large Americanno on a rainy day. Flavor and texture was good but there was no custard inside. It melted away and looked like melted butter inside (see photo). The chocolate had also completely escaped the bread so it was just a hollow piece of bread with dried chocolate hanging on the bread. Will come back to try other items but they should put a little more care/love into their pastries. read more

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Visited the bakery today (2/12/26) to grab some canelés, lemon meringue tart, vanilla flan...and of course that almond and chocolate croissant! All wonderfully delicious! Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I'm definitely a fan! Plenty of street and lot parking nearby. _______ A friend treated me to some of the most wonderful croissants without having to cross the bridge. What one expects from a well made croissant with its rich, buttery, airy, soft interior with flaky exterior, Maison Benoit makes these so calorie-worthy and worth the price tag! I do have my favorite spot in Albany/Oakland but the almond chocolate croissant has me craving more. Oddly, I'm usually not into chocolate croissants but Maison Benoit makes a good almond chocolate ($7.50) with chunks of quality chocolate vs a paste piped down the middle resembling a tootsie roll...not good. Looking at the Yelp pics I may have to make a trip and pick up a bunch of goodies! I'm eyeing a ham and cheese, caneles and of course, anything with custard! read more

Maison Benoit - Croissant and an Almond Chocolate - 5 stars! - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

Love their croissants and chaussons aux pommes. There's almost always a line but it moves fast read more

I came here this morning, surprised no line, was the only one. As I stood there patiently, for a good 3 to 5 mins, a young lady finally asked what she could help me with, super bad attitude, I asked for a croissant and added a few more items, she wasn't very pleasant. Pastries are good, croissant was excellent, service horrible. Would i cone back? Probably not, good croissants or not, service sucked and if im spending money and your asking for tips, then I'd better get decent service at a minimum. read more

Met a friend in Danville for a quick run and decided to grab coffee afterward. She mentioned a new café/bakery called Maison Benoit, known for their delicious croissants. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by a beautiful display of pastries and sandwiches--and a line of eager customers, which is always a good sign. We ordered two lattes and croissants, and wow... it honestly tasted like we were in France. Everything was fresh, buttery, and perfectly made. Definitely a spot I'd go back to again. read more

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What a fantastic bakery with wonderful choices and delights! Everything is fresh and delicious and very French! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is too crowded as is and the not so pleasant street parking situation ugh.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Despite that, I love a good baguette and french butter so I still do it. Plus, if ur looking for a fun center piece when u have guests over, they have a cake sized croissant for 45$ lol [[HIGHLIGHT]]Line moves pretty quickly and a good amount of seating but they move fast so have ur order ready.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I usually only pick up stuff that's ready to go so still a decent in and out of someone drops u and takes a lap. read more

I was here last year and had a slice of Galette Des Rois. It was delightful and delicious! I didn't know it was seasonal!!! Well, here I am. I ordered a 6-person cake before Christmas and picked it up today. I. Am. Prepared. I can't wait to eat a slice!!! To tide me over, I bought an éclair chocolat and a Paris Brest for the family to share. Because my New Year's resolution is to enjoy life! I live to eat!! The service here has always been great! There's usually a line but patience is a virtue. They have a system and if you follow along, you'll be out of there quickly. I try to pronounce the name of the pastries in French but if it gets butchered, it's all good. The staff can probably guess what you want. If there is a line, there might not be a place to sit. They have indoor and outdoor tables. Everything here is amazing! They have savory bites as well. The baguettes and loaves of bread are fantastic! The owner is French and his bakers are French who are trained in France. The butter and cheeses are imported from France. So you're practically French when you walk in the door! Can't say enough good things about Maison Benoit. read more

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Kouign Amann: Flaky, but a tad tough and dry, needs more flavor. Pain aux Raisins: A bit anemic, needs more flavor. Canele: Dry, no carmelized taste, no custard. Needs more flavor. Spinach and Feta Quiche: Flat, not fluffy or silky. Waited for it to come to the table for a like warm bite. Matcha Latte: Barely any matcha and was lukewarm. Needs more matcha and flavor. Great spot for Danville, pastries look great, but disappointing overall. I expected more deliciousness and decadence or some wow factor. The name was captivating. Very average. read more

Maison Benoit - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

Maison Benoit has become too trendy given the quality which is just so-so. Expect long lines. The butter croissant is $4.50 and the croque monsieur which was always traditionally an affordable French meal is $13.50. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Seating is limited.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Maison Benoit - Croque monseiur - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

Came here on a Sunday afternoon and the place was packed with a mix of new customers and patrons. My eyes were delighted with their yummy pastries display. The line moved too quick I wish i couldve have more time to decide so i ended up getting more than I wanted. We got there Chocolate croissant, brioche, Flan Vanille, macaroons, marshmallow, 2 tuna sandwich, ham and cheese croissant and the croque monsieur. Although everything was pleasant our favorite was the Flan Vanille and the tuna sandwiches. The Flan vanille is my new favorite dessert going forward. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I know it was a busy day and the staff was busy with the orders and service making tables available however they could improve in checking their bathroom and trash bins. All bins were too full even one by the counter.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We notice that the staff continously wiping the counter but didnt notice the overflowing trash bin.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Other than that i couldnt stop bragging about Mason Benoit on my social media. We will definitely come back. read more

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Came back here recently with the parents to grab some ham and butter sandwiches, croissants, salmon quiche, and a Matcha latte. This place is always pretty lively and crowded. Of the times I've been there's always been a line. But the folks behind the counter are very friendly and efficient. The line was pretty fast. Another great visit. One of my parents' favorite places. read more

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Flavorful professional French pastries! Definitely a must try! Kouign Amann was my favorite, very buttery and well baked. read more

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This place is as pretty close to the real deal that you are going to get. The line was out the door at 2pm. When I walked in I was amazed of the display of all the yummy pastries! I ordered the chocolate croissant which was perfectly flakey and chocolate inside. I would have liked the flakey-ness to go all the way through and a little more chocolate, but it was still great The Carmel cookie that my daughter had was beyond amazing! Chocolate chip toped with dollops of salted Carmel. Hard to finish alone but so good!!! read more

Maison Benoit - Pain au chocolat - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful bakery, with delicious and fresh baked goods.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a chocolate croissant and it was flakey and good, but wish it had more chocolate, there was so little! Looking forward to coming back to try the other stuff when I'm in the area. read more

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I decided to try their much hyped croissants. On a sunny Thursday morning got a close parking spot .[[HIGHLIGHT]]This morning cafe pastry spot is much liked by the Danville locals and the busy atmosphere shows it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I was kinda in a hurry so I just ordered a chocolate croissant like $5 , it made an absolute mess in my car . These are delicious but the chocolate in the middle while tasty was small ,very decadent chocolate. [[HIGHLIGHT]]These type of thing are better eaten like the outside tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For my first impression of this place was it was good but I need to try the sandwiches to make a final final decision. One thing that stood out was the "NO CASH ACCEPTED" . It just shows the sign of the times , I understand it speeds up the line and better for safety purposes. I have lived here in the tri valley for quite some time and drove by this place and never once noticed this place really hard to notice as the sign just blends with the buildings this a good thing and a bad thing I guess. read more

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The hype is real. Maison Benoit has the best pastries and quiches in the area. The lines are always long so be prepared but they do move fast. Finding a table can take some time too, so have someone in your party keep a sharp eye out as you queue up to place your order. My eyes definitely ate more than my belly, it was really hard to make a choice amongst all the delicious looking pastries. They all look like little pieces of art. My fav was the pistachio pastry followed by pain au chocolate. The quiche was one of the best I have had in a very long time, good coffee too. I wasn't too impressed with the foccacia though, maybe just got the wrong thing for myself. I shall be back here again on a nice day, to feel like I am sitting on a Parisian street, enjoying my croissant and coffee. read more

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Amazing service, ambience, and food! The best croissants I've had in the east bay. Up there with Arsicault in SF. Service is extremely friendly, personable, and ensure that you are taken care of. The salted maple latte is amazing. I can't wait to come back! read more

Maison Benoit - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

I consider myself a croissant conesseur so when my friend told me about this place I knew I had to try it. At first when she said the location I'm like " there's no way I'm going there, too far " as someone from the Bay Area. However when we booked our weekend getaway to Napa, she recommended stopping here on the way and provide I HAD to try it! I mean when a place wind best croissant in 2025, hell yeah I am going to try that!!! So that's what I did. She recommended ordering online which I did. It was super simple, ordered online as s breeze. When we finally arrived it was nestled in a quaint little town. I've never been to Danville before so didn't know what to expect. The pâtisserie is pretty big with plenty of tables outside and inside to sit. Parking was also easy to find right next door. I went up to the counter and said I'm here to pick up. They brought me to the other side and then gave me the order. I asked to have it warmed up which was fine. I also ordered a coffee to try which was decent enough. I ordered the classic pain au chocolat, regular croissant and a pomme de tarte. Biting into the croissant you can tell it was VERY buttery. It was flaky and it melted in your mouth. We all loved them! I wouldn't make a special trip just for coming here. The service seemed a bit disorganized and all over the place. Apparently the croissants were not filling enough so I ordered a salmon toast too. They don't have a lot of savory options. I saw ham and cheese croissant (sold out), salmon croissant and avocado toast, croque monsieur (very cheesy). Unfortunately they brought me the wrong order of the avocado toast. That one really didn't look appetizing so I'm glad when I said that it was the wrong thing as I ordered the salmon they quickly brought me the right plates. Also I mentioned it was my husbands birthday and they gave him a post it with a. " happy birthday " written on it. I mean sure, it's nice but really? You could have given u a complimentary dessert or something else a bit more memorable!! So all in all, the bakery is nice and if I was in the area I'd stop by. I wouldn't make a special trip just to visit it though. It's missing the warm French charm. The pastries seem like a bit hit here and pretty authentic, although I didn't get to try them. I would stop here just to try the croissants! however I'd also try the pastries too as they seem to be in their wheelhouse. They are pretty limited in savory items, and they aren't that filling by themselves. The ambiance is nice too, just don't have to many high expectations for the service. read more

Maison Benoit - Pain au chocolat and croissant - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

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I heard that Maison Benoit won best croissants in the Bay Area and I am a croissant connoisseur, croissants are my favorites and have a high standard for croissant. I came on a Sunday Morning and the line may look long, but I was surprised on how fast they moved the line. I probably waited only 5 minutes until I was able to order. I ordered a plain croissant and a chocolate one, with a cappuccino. I received both pastries and found a window seat. The cappuccino was about a 10 minute wait. I would say I appreciate the patio seating outside of the cafe, this is exactly like Europe in terms of small tables for customers to chat over a cup of coffee and baked goods. Although they have large patio seating they were all taken so I sat inside. I would say though that it's really noisy inside. When I saw the appearance of the croissant, I was impressed when I took a bite. I was surprised on how light and airy the croissant is. This is a very good croissant. I would say my top 3 that I tried. I would say I never tried anything like this type of croissant. I drove 20 minutes out of my way and the trip was so worth it! Would highly recommend when coming to the bay to stop here for the experience! read more

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After reading all about how Maison Benoit won the latest competition for SF's best croissant, I was stoked to try it! I wanted to ensure that I'd have the best chance at securing the notorious almond croissants that run out early, so I arrived around 7:30 AM on a Tuesday. As a result, they had everything in stock. I picked up an array of croissants including the regular, almond, chocolate almond, and chocolate. I also got the chocolate bread, coffee eclair, and a fruit tart. Honestly, the pastries were phenomenal. I can't quite put my finger on it, but it's almost as if they add some type of "sugar MSG" that really makes them stand out (in the best way). They're all incredibly buttery, rich, and just pack such intense flavors that I didn't know were possible for pastries. Needless to say, I was impressed; especially with the almond croissants. I'd say the least impressive one I had was with their chocolate croissant, as there weren't that many chocolate chips inside and they were all congregated in one area so I thought I was just eating a regular croissant for the first half. I also ordered an iced latte with almond milk and wasn't expecting too much from it, but it came out really fast and was delicious! I definitely want to come back, try other pastries, grab more of the classics, and wind down at one of their tables either inside/outside with an iced coffee. read more

Maison Benoit - coffee eclair + fruit tart - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

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The french artisanal shop is located right off the main road. It has an inviting atmosphere with a dreamy interior and patio doors that open to shaded outdoor seating. Here's our verdict: Service (5/5) - it has structured bakery service for both dine in and take out customers, quick with drinks and especially getting help from the sweet girl at the register. Chocolate Croissant (5/5)-flaky and flavorful Croissant (5/5)-my personal fave of the classic french pastry Mille-feuille (5/5)-the vanilla custard and puff pastry are to die for Hazelnut pastry (5/5)-heavenly with hazelnuts Would def recommend especially for a bite to eat in the morning. read more

Maison Benoit - Shelf of french pastries - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

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Deux croissants, s'il vous plaît! As a genuine lover of all things Parisian and French, I couldn't wait to try Maison Benoit especially after they were crowned "Best Croissant" for 2025 in the Bay Area! My husband and I were enroute to Lake Tahoe and made a "very necessary" stop at the bakery. Not knowing how fast they sell out of their champion croissants, I ordered ahead online to ensure we got the goods. Once there, we were greeted with a very Parisian-style cafe, complete with lots of outdoor tables (just like in Paris) and a beautiful interior as well. All the details definitely added to the very French and classy ambiance, lots of French blue, wooden accents, and Parisian art. We decided to also order a cappuccino and a latte to enjoy with our croissants (plant-based milks available of course), et deux macarons aussi (and 2 macarons too) to take with us for the road. The coffees were bold, rich, and made to perfection. The macarons were not as light & airy as ones we love in Paris, they were thicker and had a chewier texture. Although they both had good flavor (we got pistachio & hazelnut), they were a little too sweet. Nevertheless we enjoyed everything we got and loved being transported back to Paris in spirit. Merci beaucoup, Maison Benoit! read more

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We came on a Friday morning at about 9:30. Almond croissants were already sold out which was sad because that's what we all wanted to try! We ordered a variety of pastries and bread to try. Everything we had was SO good. There's a reason they won the San Francisco Croissant Competition! Service is friendly and fast! The interior is clean and somewhat spacious with plenty of outdoor seating. Would absolutely come back again! read more

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Located on Railroad Street, which is the heart of Downtown Danville. This is a must visit award winning, French bakery. Known for their delicious, crispy croissants. I recommend their regular croissants, but their lemon meringue is absolutely amazing! I also tried their savory hot dog croissant, which was more like an Italian sausage, spicy and juicy. They can heat up this dish for another 5 minutes delay, but worth the wait. Be sure to enjoy a vanilla latte with your pastries. read more

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This place always has a line but I think it is worth the wait. The layers of croissant are so flaky melt in your mouth delicious. I really like the cheese and potato bun with bacon for breakfast and their baguettes are the perfect crispy outside and soft center. I had to take off a star because I have come here twice and both times they forgot my almond croissant! I got home and it was not in there. Not sure why but it was the same pastry both times. read more

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Salmon tartine is the bomb! This place is exceptional and never disappoints. Service is superb. Subtract 1* for the $4.50 can of Coke, which is a ridiculous gouge. read more

Maison Benoit - Smoked Salmon Tartine - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

Had the vegetarian sandwich on crispy sour dough.... Delicious!!! The food is so very tasty and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the place is always full of locals.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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We tried this spot on a Sunday afternoon as we were walking by -- the service was quick, the prices were reasonable, and the ambiance felt like a cafe in Europe, especially sitting outdoors. We got a lemon loaf slice, the Parisian baguette, and the garlic bread. We also got vanilla lattes. Everything was delicious, especially the lattes. The baguette was a little hard to bite into, it would've been nice to have warmed up but regardless we still enjoyed it. I would definitely come back! read more

Maison Benoit - Parisian Sandwich Garlic Bread Lemon Mint Cake (slice) - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Danville, California

Probably the softest and most buttery croissants I've ever had - it's super flakey so it can get pretty messy. The croissants are reasonable price but a few of the other items were pricey, I.e. ham and cheese croissants. We got a few things to share - the garlic bread was just ok, it was bit tough and not super garlicky, would have been nice if it had butter too. The ham and cheese ROLL was decent, the outer layer was a bit tough but the center was very moist and soft. The American pie was great, it's pretty much a fruit tart. The chocolate croissants were really good, again, flakey, buttery and soft. Will need to come back and try other pastries but from what I tasted, the star of the show were the croissants. read more

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