I picked up a Too Good to Go bag from Maman. Pickup was easy--I just waited in the regular line and the girl at the cash register pulled the items for my bag. I received a chocolate chip cookie, a pistachio croissant, and a strawberry filled croissant muffin. The cookie was overloaded with chocolate chunks. It was good but I wouldn't order again because it was too chocolatey. The pistachio croissant was amazing. Would definitely order again. The strawberry croissant muffin had too much strawberry filling inside so just not for me. I enjoyed the croissant part but not the filling. All items were fresh so I was happy with the bag. I heated everything up before I ate it but other reviewers said the cafe doesn't heat up the pastries for dine in customers. I would have a problem with that because everything was better warmed up. There is a fair amount of parallel street parking nearby for 10 minute pickups. You can also park in the attached parking deck. I think the first 15 minutes are free. Not sure if Maman validates but I hope they do! read more

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Gorgeous inside, incredible staff & to die for food. 10/10 would recommend when in Charlotte. *they also have outdoor seating* I would say this place gets pretty busy, so while you're waiting in line you can check out the menu and pick what you want. The line did more quicker than I expected. We will definitely be back to try more. read more

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The hype is real, y'all! I came in on a Thursday morning, and was able to snag a 10-minute parking spot on the street out front. There were only a couple folks ahead of me in line, so they took my order at the counter pretty quickly. The place is lovely, with lots of seating, fake trees, and blue & white decor. The pastry case is enticing with so many delectable-looking options, and they also have a full breakfast & lunch menu. To drink, I got the salted tahini and honeycomb latte + tahini foam, which was slightly savory and well-balanced. To eat, I tried the mac n cheese croissant, which I warmed up for a bit in the microwave at home. This pastry is very buttery and indulgent, with a good amount of mac on top. A unique option! I also enjoyed the pistachio & chocolate croissant. The pastries came out first, and then the drink. Since I was taking my order to-go, I'm not sure if there's an option for them the warm the pastries for you. Hope so! I always prefer them warm. I'll definitely be back to try more of the drinks & pastries and enjoy the café environment! read more

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We went around 10am on a weekday and were pretty surprised by how busy it was there. The space is bigger than I expected with a lot of indoor and outdoor seating. Even looked like they had an indoor area to host an event! Even though they were very busy, our drinks and pastry were ready fairly quickly and everyone was very kind who we encountered working there. The drinks were amazing and we had gotten the orange olive oil pistachio cake. The pistachio filling wasn't my favorite but was still very moist. They also give you complimentary 30 mins in their parking garage which is enough time to grab a to-go coffee! The prices are pretty high but the ambiance is beautiful and will probably go back if I was going to meet up with someone! read more

maman - Banana pudding latte and tahini latte - Desserts Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This place had us hooked from the logo outside to the beautiful whimsical decor inside. We had a few cookies which were all delicious. The staff were all walking around, greeting and smiling to everyone who walked by. They had indoor and outdoor seating to pick from! read more

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I came late in the day. 30 mins before close. Therefore, my experience was in itself unique. I got the triple pastry sampler which is Croissant only but it was late and there was a massive number of pastries left. In addition the Inkind app wasn't updated yet and the Toast App wasn't working. I have to come back for my points. However, let's focus on the food! I ordered the Martha Stewart's Triple Citrus Bundt Cake, Pistachio Chocolate Croissant, Mac & Cheese Croissant and an Iced Salted Tahini Honeycomb Latte to-go. Therefore, the black plating is mine in the pictures. The Bundt was super moist. It had great flavor but was a bit oily. Definitely a hefty bite and didn't need anything additional such as whip or sauce. I hope it stays moist. I will wrap mine in cling wrap. The bite was amazing in that it was heavy but melted in my mouth but wasn't crumbling. You can taste the citrus but its not over powering. I was shocked because "Triple" ment intense. It was not! The Pistachio was decent but a bit over cooked and dry as was the Mac Croissant but it was harty. Definitely a go-to with kids. I was advised to warm it up at home prior to eating and 2 mins in the airfryer was sufficient. If using microwave id Definitely use a moist paper towel. The Latte was beautiful but too strong. The coffee over took the whole drink. I couldn't finish it. I do like a smooth brew that actually holds the flavor of the intended drink. Hopefully, they hire a true Barista to insure the consistency is there. I wasn't happy BUT it was late. It was busy, it wasn't packed but the line was long and moved efficiently. I would come back to try the kitchen as they were closed by the time I came. I loved the space; its huge. There is even a private area for parties or business meetings. There is outside and inside seats which makes touching base more easy. I was a bit confused why the restroom was so small for the space. read more

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The hype for this place is unreal. We got here at 12:30pm on a Sunday, waited 20 to 25 minutes to get our food ordered. Currently that online order is not available. After, we ordered the food, there were plenty of tables. Since they just opened a few weeks ago, it is still super busy, as we were enjoying our drinks and sandwiches, the line keeps on growing and people keep on coming. The food was good, I love my chicken salad sandwich, the bread was perfectly toasted and it was great. My elder flower drink was delicious. I know all my friends enjoyed the food. The atmosphere here is beautiful and relaxing, I just felt like I just sit here and chat with friends forever. The service also excellent from the ordering, food delivery, and cleaning table, the staff was quick, friendly, and most importantly with a smile. The last part is the price, this is the part that it is really depends on your budget, it costs me about $35 per person to get a sandwich and a drink. Consider this is a counter order cafe, not a full sit down restaurant it is really high. But if you just order a drink and small dessert to have a great talk with friends, the price will be cheaper. I will come back when it calm down on the hype to see if they will remain the same level of service. But this place is really pretty and nice. read more

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First impressions of Maman: I really love the ambience. I think the decor is pretty and there's plenty of seating which is really nice. The servers also seem to stay busy and they are constantly picking up drinks from the barista and taking them to tables which means hopefully you aren't waiting too long or you sit to eat. I placed a to go order and I only got a pastry, no food, and a drink. The line was pretty long, which is to be expected because this is a new business, but to order my pastry and latte and get back to my car took 25 minutes. Fortunately, they do validate parking (can't remember if it's for 30 minutes or one hour) via QR code, so it was nice not to have to worry about that. My pastry was ok and the drink was also just ok. Although I would return to Maman, I wouldn't order either of those again. They did have other pastries that I would like to try, and the food options looked good too. I'll return when I have more time. read more

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This is a great addition to the plaza area. I loved the vibe of this place - upscale, spacious, with great menu items including seasonal options. They have a pretty vast menu to choose from. I got a banana pudding latte that was divine, and a lox-type sandwich, which was tasty and fresh. They also validate parking for up to 30 minutes in the deck, so that is nice! read more

maman - Desserts Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

First time here and it's so cute. It is pretty spacious and pretty inside. I love that they have a lot of seatings both inside and out. I wish they would have used some of those seat space to build a bigger bathroom it's a bust having to wait for a one stall. But the bathroom is cute. The kid pictures are a cute though. Big menu, lots of options to choose from. Ordered the blubbery matcha and it was good. Not the greatest but it was decent. The chicken sandwich was good, the lettuce and cucumber taste fresh. Took a while for someone to clean the table so we ended up cleaning the last people mess ourself. Wish the table were a little bigger though too small if you order a lot of stuff. Only a few tables in there that are bigger than a two seater. read more

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I was excited to try this place since I've been hearing about them coming to Charlotte for a while. The line was out the door when I got there, and didn't get any shorter the entire time I stayed. I tried a breakfast sandwich and a square smore's croissant, and both were very good. They had ample seating, so it was easy to find a table although not a ton of outlets if you're trying to work. Parking was also a little annoying since you have to park in a paid garage nearby. Overall this place was good but I'm not sure the lines and parking are worth fighting to go back for it. Hopefully this will change now they have a second location. read more

maman - Breakfast wrap - Desserts Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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SO thrilled to have Maman in the neighborhood! I came in a few times during their soft opening and was blown away by the service, wide menu selection and quality/flavor of every item I tried - and that was before the word got out on social media and the big crowds began to form! We came back this morning on a Saturday and waited in a long line, but it moved pretty quickly and the staff couldn't have been more friendly. The space and vibe are also absolutely incredible - the branding is on point, and you truly feel like you're stepping into a café in France when you walk inside. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and free parking, too - not easy to find in the Plaza Midwood area! Food and drink-wise, I've so far tried the Quiche Sarah (perfectly cooked and so flavorful), several of the homemade pastries (my favorites were the milk chocolate crème brûlée bun and the lavender blueberry swirl) and a few of the specialty iced lattes (the fleur de sel caramel one was especially tasty)! I am already looking forward to coming at lunchtime and getting one of the bowls, salads and sandwiches on the menu. Such a great addition to our vibrant neighborhood! read more

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Yuminess: 6/10 Allergy Safety: 6/10 Price: 5/10 Atmosphere: 8/10 ‍Service: 9/10 Quick overview: Cute atmosphere, but too busy to work in. Food was decent but not contact allergy-friendly, and a bit pricey. Great service overall with only minor complaints. I'd return, but it's not my first choice. Detailed look: Food was decent overall, but there was room for improvement. The pistachio croissant tasted amazing, but had an absurd amount of filling. It took away from the taste and made it incredibly messy. The seasonal almond croissant latte was great and robust in flavor, however. Sadly, the allergy safety was disappointing. Since they do a great job at labeling what items are free from (dairy-free, gluten-free, etc.), I expected cross-contamination to be taken seriously. Unfortunately, they have dairy-free items directly touching buttered desserts and don't appear to change gloves when grabbing items. Understandably, cross-contamination may happen during baking, but there's a lack of safety past that point. If you have contact allergies, I'd avoid ordering food here. Pricing was a bit high, but it was to be expected for a trendy place. Maman has a cute atmosphere and plenty of seating. Outdoor dining is covered, which was great since it was raining when we visited. However, it's not a great work-from-home environment as it's loud and packed, but that may change in a few months as the "newness" dies down. Service was great overall, and decently quick considering the line was 40 minutes long. However, I dined in, and they didn't give me a plate for my pastry, which made my croissant even messier. I'd return, but only if going with a friend. read more

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VERY overpriced but the quality of great! The breakfast bowl is amazing and the coffee is also great. The wait to get through the lines can be a bit much since it's new, but seating isn't an issue and the table service to bring the food is quick. Parking is very easy! There is inside and outside options for eating and the neighborhood is full of young professionals that are bringing kids in and out of the space to eat. Service is friendly and sanitation is clearly a priority. Certainly appreciate another place like this in the city, but they need to reevaluate their prices. read more

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The aesthetic of the place is absolutely gorgeous. They have a ton baked pastries, coffee drinks, and some lunch items. It is a very cute brunch spot. They also validate parking for up to 30 minutes. read more

maman - Entrance - Desserts Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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My mom, my sister, and my nine year old decided to have lunch here after my sister suggested it. She said I would LOVE the coffee because it was strong, not sweet. And she was absolutely right. I had the iced americano (no cream or sugar) and it was perfect. The sandwiches looked and tasted delicious. My picky 9 year old loved his bacon egg and cheese croissant sandwich. They have quite a few vegan and gluten free options as well. The line moves fast and the staff is wonderful. read more

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My first experience at Maman was so good, the baked goods looked incredible and fresh and the staff was super friendly and recommended some items. I ended up getting the Nutty Chocolate Chip Cookie which was heated up and OMG, that chocolate just melted in your mouth! Delicious!! I also got the almond banana chocolate bread, and yammi! Moist, perfect for a little breakfast snack! The hype makes so much sense now. Considering this place originated from NYC, I have to say the prices are in line with the rest of the bakeries in town. The decoration is modern and nice, loved the ambience and will be back on my next walk through the neighborhood. read more

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I love maman!!!! I had it in NY and was so excited when I heard they were coming here. The breakfast sandwich is amazing, and the chocolate chip cookie is maybe the best I've ever had. So excited to try more of the menu!! read more

maman - Salted iced almond croissant latte - Desserts Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I've seen so much hype around this cafe and it lives up to it! My friend and I came here to work. If you're looking to do the same there aren't many outlets and it's loud inside. There are a lot of tables inside and outside. Staff are friendly. The food is really good. I got the smoked salmon sandwich, the pear turnover, and honey lavender latte. read more

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I really liked Maman! The space has lots of seating, indoor and outdoor. Covered patio is such a plus. So many different pastries to choose from, the Nutella beignet is so good, and the chocolate chip cookie really lives up to the hype. For drinks, we got the lavender matcha and the salted almond croissant matcha, both were so good. We also got the cheddar scallion scone which was so savory! Can't wait to come back. The only con I would say is parking, don't like that they don't validate parking and parking at the garage is not cheap. read more

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I came to this cute spot on opening day and I can honestly say they kept things moving. It is a nice place for coffee, brunch, a sweet treat or just to people watch. They offer indoor and outdoor seating. I got the citrus Bundt cake, classic chocolate chip cookie and crimson berry ice tea to go it was All good. my slice of cake was big enough to split in half. I suggest parking in the garage not expensive as uptown. I will be back to try the pancakes. read more

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I'm sure this complaint will fall on deaf ears by ownership and management since they are private equity, but I found it crazy I waited 20 mins for two cold brews. I overheard others waiting for specialty lattes saying how long they were waiting so I figured I'd go with simple cold brew to get it right away. Nope. What was so strange was there were tons of people working but they all seemed to be moving at glacial speed or just confused. Try doing what Starbucks does and if a basic coffee or cold brew is ordered, have the cashier fill it up right away. read more

After seeing how cute the branding and fun menu -- wanted to try this place just to see what the hype! Won't be making that mistake again- the exhausted and dreary attitudes from workers moving at a glacial pace plus answering simple questions with a sigh and annoyance, combined with a wait of 15-20 minutes longer than promised time. Coffee so bitter we trashed it and drove to a spot a moment away that is local and always hits read more

I love the concept of this place overall but there are some things people should be aware of. The only parking option in the area is a garage that is owned by the apartments and Maman only validates for 30 minutes. Given that it is 30 minutes to get through the long line if you want to eat there you will be paying at least $4.50. Second the prices overall are quite high. For a latte, breakfast wrap and a tea cake it was $30. Considering parking it cost even more. So this would only be a once every couple of months splurge for me. The space itself is nice, the service was pretty good. My favorite thing was the fluer de sel latte. The breakfast wrap was ok but very messy. The tea cake was a little dry and too sweet for me. The menu had many choices and the pastries in the case looked really good. read more

Wow! What an amazing place! Cafe, kitchen, bakery, and so friendly! I enjoyed a Katie's chicken sandwich (savory, buttery sauce, smooth baguette..), signature fleur de sel caramel latte (can really taste the espresso and caramel), and a banana chocolate walnut bread (love the huge chocolate chips) This place is beautiful, stunning French decor, and an amazing huge menu with so much to choose from. Brand new location (came around 9:40 am): waited in line for around 30 minutes, ordered, and drinks and food came in between 10-20 minutes. read more

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ALWAYS keep your receipts.. utensils come in DEBRIS. cups were spilled and messy. My items were an olive oil tea cake, a blueberry lavender brioche wave, and two coffees. WRONG items I didn't ask for or pay for (plus the one I bought was more pricey) so the staff had to "review" my order again and gave me the items I actually bought, which still took another 30 minutes. I felt awful. Cold and dry and flaky pastries.. The coffees... do not expect to pair them together with your pastries as you'll get in about an hour later and unless you ask the staff about the status. Extremely milky and I felt badly nauseous. Chocolate chip cookies were way too sweet l'd rather have crumbl. I do like to support new local spots, but this was a really disappointing first visit. Happy to discuss this further. read more

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Worth every calorie. I'm having cravings days later. Quality pastries and the most delicious and moist cakes. Ambiance is lovely and inviting. read more

what a treat for Charlotte! I was so excited to be able to check this place out in their opening day! The breakfast sandwich was delicious and the strawberry basil lemonade 10/10, no notes! read more

maman - Desserts Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

my chocolate croissant was stale and cold, the wrap we ordered was wrong and the wait to exchange it for the right wrap is well over 30 minutes and it's a Monday and they are not busy. for $67.00 don't waist your time or money. the food is just mid. read more

My partner and I both had a cappuccino and a pastry. The setting is pretty, and the patio was nice.The cappuccinos were OK, but I was excited to see that they had a gluten-free, dairy-free zucchini bread. We sat down at our table and the waiter brought my zucchini bread in its shrink wrapped package and handed it to me across the table --no plate, no utensils, just handed it to me and walked away. I would expect that if I was buying it at a convenience store, but given the price, I was pretty surprised. read more

Cute new place! The coffee comes 30 minutes after the food. Tried the papas bowl- delicious but came COLD 2 days in a row. Cold cold potatoes and eggs. PLEASE BRING OUT WARM FOOD. read more

I understand that this is a newer location, but the service left muuuuuuch to be desired. I greet the cashier with a "hi how are you!" Before I order. They stare and blink at me, followed by "fine?" as if I was insane for asking a question. The person next to them is also kind of chatting to the cashier the entire time? And another employee loudly tosses something into a basket next to the cashier. Whatever! Maybe they were stressed. I order my food and my friend and I go sit outside. Food comes out. We have to get our own utensils. I notice a couple putting their child in a high chair, one of the legs of the high chair is missing a section so it's extremely wobbly, about a 2 inch difference on one side. That same couple drops a glass and it shatters. An employee comes out and HANDS THE BROOM off to the guest for them to sweep up themselves. I've never seen anything like it. So many unbussed tables and empty water carafes. I have worked in the service industry for years, I understand it gets busy. I understand things take time, but it left a bad taste in my mouth. Especially for a cafe with such high prices that asks you to tip at the register. What am I tipping for if the service is awful? read more

Unfortunately, we had a very disappointing experience. We waited in line for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, and when it was finally our turn to order, we were told that the kitchen was closed and only coffee and pastries were available. There was no communication to customers while they were waiting. The management was extremely poor and disorganized. After such a long wait, this was very frustrating and unacceptable. Sadly, I would not recommend this place and will not be returning. read more

Great food, coffee, and pastries. The staff was also very kind and helpful. A little pricey but good portion sizes. Long wait time on Sunday, waited about 30 ish minutes to get into the building then another 15 mins for food to arrive. read more

had the bacon egg and cheese on a croissant, it was amazing. perfectly cooked egg, great tasting bacon and a fresh croissant. food came out super fast as well. staff is amazing. 10/10 read more