Michael's has been on my sweets and desserts radar for quite some time. They're a popular spot and I've seen them on local news and food shows. They also had one of their bakers appear on a baking competition on the Food Network. You have to keep your eyes peeled to find it though. It's located off in the back of a shopping strip right off Weslayan. Parking is plentiful. On my visit, we were greeted by Khai. This guy was so enthusiastic and very passionate about the products being sold here. He was patient and answered all the questions we had. Get this man a raise! I also love that they do alot for the community in the form of being a book collection site for Books Between Kids. Reading is fundamental! I decided to buy a 12 pack of cookies to take to the office and share with my peers during our weekly meeting. They have two tiers of cookies. Like literally, the top tier of the display case can be mixed and matched for the variety pack. The bottom tier are their premium selections and come at a higher price. On top of that, they have individually packaged items like seasonal treats, gluten free, etc. they also have day old cookies that are a killer deal. In certain days they have specials as well. For my cookies, I didn't want to go with too many choices and have someone be upset with what's left. I decided to go with the three flavors of Chocolate Chunk, Oatmeal Raisin and Toffee Pecan. Every single one of the items were delicious and a big hit. I watched as everyone took their first bites and stared contently at the cookie and then asked where I got them from. My personal favorite was the Toffee Pecan. This cookie was so good. I'm a sucker for all things toffee and they did this cookie perfectly. Overall, Michael's Cookie Jar has made it to the top of my favorite cookie shops. I signed up for their rewards program so I will definitely be back very soon to try out some more of their items. I need my friends and family to take note and know that cookie cake is my favorite type of birthday cake (hint hint)! read more

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I came out for an event, and ended up getting more than I thought I would. Khai introduced us to the menu, and provided great suggestions. The elite week box had some surprisingly great things I wouldn't normally have ordered, but having salivated back and forth across the display case I wanted to try some other cookies too, and so I got a box. Ingredients really do matter, the better the ingredients the less you need to kill your craving. I nibbled on maybe a quarter of a cookie at a time. I haven't even gotten to my projected favorites yet, because I'm slowly working through the box. I can tell you snicker doodle and sugar cookies are bomb. I haven't gotten to anything with chips raisins or pecans, but rest assured I will get there. Will absolutely come back again, and look forward to seeing their winter cookie line up. They do sell discounted inventory from previous days, and they have cookie happy hour. Check their app for the deals and discounts. read more

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Michael's Cookie Jar has always been in my top 3 favorite cookie shops in the city. My first experience with their cookies was about 10 years ago. When I first moved here I would drive all over the city finding small shops and Michael's was one. Their sweets never disappoint. They offer a variety of freshly baked cookies daily. Service is always fast and friendly. The most recent visit I grabbed my go to cookie Oatmeal Raisin and added a m&m cookie and Reese pieces cookie. read more

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Got to try the cookies and cream cookie--so delicious! Tasted like a brownie cookie with a hint of Oreo flavor. Def recommend! read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Cookie cake - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

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As one of West U's most beloved businesses, Michael's Cookie Jar has steadily built a reputation over the last couple of decades for elevating a humble cookie into something worth celebrating. A proud LGBTQ-owned business, this was an accidental discovery for me (and certainly many others) since it's hidden around the corner of the neighborhood post office (#1). I'm not even a cookie person, but I've been smitten since my first bite. The bulk of the store is for the employees, who are decorating, creating, prepping, and baking some of the city's most delectable treats. The front display is a colorful cornucopia of cookies which rotate throughout the season. Some of my favorite cookies include their king cake (seasonal), fruit pebbles (seasonal for Pride month), most anything sugar, snickerdoodle, cinnamon roll (weekends only), and their classic pecan chocolate chunk. They also work with folks for customized messages and serve as a quality alternative to traditional cake celebrations and also make cookie cakes, which range from $30-50. There are also cookie packs of assorted cookies, that are certified oven fresh. The incredibly friendly staff, along with owner Michael who splits time between this location and the downtown one, make this in-person visits so much sweeter. They're also champions of the local space and show love to the people by supporting community events. While there is no seating inside, but a handful of tables and chairs outside for folks interested in eating it on the spot. (#2) Most cookies are somewhere between $1.50-$4.00 a pop, but a pro tip for all: Many of these cookies are available for a steep discount toward the end of the day. ____________ (#1) https://www.yelp.com/biz/u-s-post-office-houston-6 (#2) Highly recommended. Forget that takeout life. read more

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Had a chance to try Michael's Cookie Jar today after lunch! The cookie store is tucked away at an unassuming corner of a plaza, but once you enter there are lots of cookies to choose from. I first heard of Michael's Cookie Jar on TikTok through their videos and wanted to support local. My partner and I decided to try the HTX, campfire s'mores, chocolate chip, and M&M cookies. To be totally honest, I am normally not a huge fan of cookies but these cookies were great!! My favorites being the HTX and the campfire smores. The HTX cookie is a brown butter cookie with toffee and chocolate chips and was perfectly balanced. The campfire smores had a nice soft marshmallow center with a chocolate cookie base and graham cracker bottom. I believe the campfire is a monthly flavor, but I would definitely love it if it was part of the normal rotation! I love that the cookies tasted fresh and some were topped with a bit of sea salt which balanced the sweetness. The service was great and the ambiance of the shop really made it feel like a local neighborhood bakery. I definitely rank Michael's Cookie Jar as one of my favorite cookie shops in Houston, and will definitely be back to try more! read more

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Tucked away but worth the find! I stopped here after being introduced to this place by a Yelp event and I'm in love. They have a great variety of cookies to try, so that are super delicious and make for great gifts. I don't think I had a bad cookie there and I love trying all the different flavors they have. The service is really nice and they were super helpful in sharing how custom orders work. They do a beautiful job with decorated cookies as well. It is easy to miss and is tucked away, but once you find it, you know it's a hidden gem! read more

I love this cookie spot in Houston! It smells so delicious as soon as you walk inside. The smell of freshly baked cookies just hits you. The staff are very friendly. They also offer different daily deals, which is really cool! The cookies that I really liked that I tried: -The HTX -Dubai Chocolate -Pecan Chocolate Personally, I'm more of a texture person when it comes to cookies, so I think that's why I gravitated more towards those cookie flavors. These cookies offer the perfect amount of softness and thickness. You definitely get your money's worth. This is the best spot in the area to get your sweet tooth/cookie fix! read more

I had the pleasure to try some of Michael's cookie from the yelp elite event and I was obsessed! My fave was the HTX with generous amount of chocolate and toffee chunks. The cookie batter wasn't too sweet and the sea salt on top compliments it really well. I also really enjoyed the other cookies of pumpkin pie, candy corn, lemon chew, snickerdoodle, and the classic chocolate chip! The employees were incredibly friendly and the bakery smelled amazing! I will be coming back for more!! read more

First off, it smelled INCREDIBLE inside the store. The employee helping me was super nice and let me choose my pickup order from an assortment of pre-packaged bags. I had an assortment of decorated cookies (the type with royal icing) and I inhaled them over the next two days like crack. I love that they have a rewards program and do so many different deals and specials (check their website to read up on them). I'm looking forward to trying some of their home style cookies next, especially that lemon chew! read more

I can't believe I had never been to this cookie shop when it was so near! It is a small store tucked in between a Barnes and usps but the perfect place to stop by for a quick pick me up! Don't judge the store by its size though because that's all the space you need and it is filled with warm goodies and the friendliest staff! Love, love their cookies and can't wait to go back for more! They also have happy hour daily from 3:30-4:30 where you can get 2 cookies for $3!!! What a steal! I recommend the Lemon chew for citrus lovers and the htx! read more

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Delicious, moist cookies with a handful of unique flavors. The staff were wonderful at suggesting their favorites. Its a small shop so plan to grab and go. Also, you'll never have to worry about parking, it's in a huge lot. read more

One word: WOW! I've had cookies from all over... Crumbl, Tiff's, Insomnia, Cookie Co, tiny Boxeeod, etc. however, these cookies are hands down the best, freshest, tastiest, and nicest looking cookies I have had. They are soft, fresh and full of flavor. Not hugely thick which is PERFECT. I got the Pride Box and the two standouts were the M&M cookie (tons of mini M&Ms but not overpowering the cooking) and the Fruity Pebble cookie (the crunch from the Pebbles was very nice and delicious). Not the cheapest by any means but well worth it especially as a treat. I ordered online and set a pick up time. I thought it was a nice touch that an hour before my order was to be ready, they called to confirm it was ready for pick up. The store itself is small and tucked away in the corner of the shopping center. It's very cute inside and the staff is super friendly. Go visit and help out a local baker in the area. You will NOT be disappointed at all. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Pride Box - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

Service at this difficult to find cookie emporium is friendly and fast, and the quality ingredients are evident in the taste and texture of the excellent large cookies. I have to give a shout out for the Toffee Pecan cookies that we just tried. They are like pecan pie in a cookie - so delicious and satisfying! They are in the back corner of the Randall's shopping center next to the post office. Try the cookies if you are in the neighborhood. You can thank me later. read more

I come here often for their iced sugar cookies. I love getting them as a treat for friends for any occasion. They usually have some dog cookies as well. They have such cute cookies for every season and they taste great. A slightly lemony sugar cookie. They have homestyle options I will have to try soon! read more

Michael's has the best cookie cake ever!! So delicious and thick. Chocolatey and amazing! Favorite Cooke cake and also my friends who are not cookie cake people loved this too. This cake converted them!! We last minute ordered via phone and they were very accommodating. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Chocolate chunk cookie cake - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

Every time I stop by the post office, I like to pop in and buy a box of Not Today cookies. My fav is the confetti cookie, my kids love the chocolate chocolate chip. You can also find them at Slowpoke's down the street. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

I had never heard of Michael's Cookie Jar until one of our coworkers brought a box in for one of our managers who was celebrating her birthday this month. She shared her box of goodies with us from her birthday fairy (a tradition where we draw names and guess who decorated our office and gave gifts during our birthday). Some of the cookies in the box were chocolate chunk and double chocolate chunk. I love a good chocolate chip cookie, so I chose that one. Since they use real butter and fresh eggs, it tastes homemade. I loved the large chunks of chocolate because you'll never take a bite or break a piece without chocolate in it. The cookie itself is not too small/large or thin/thick like other cookie establishments. It was the perfect ratio and size. I prefer these over Crumble and Tiny's. There are two locations - West U and downtown at the Pennzoil tower tunnel. They have 12 flavors and sometimes a seasonal one. I want to try their snickerdoodle, toffee pecan, pecan chocolate chunk, white chocolate macadamia, and peanut butter. Aside from cookies, they also make cookie cakes, walnut brownies, and decorate sugar cookies for special occasions and holidays. read more

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This is such a cute place all the way up near katy. i live about 40 mins from here! but i saw a fb advertisement for cookie butter king cake. Having lived in New Orleans for 7+ years...i was curious on how everyone's interpretations will be. I will say it's a good attempt for king cake. texture is more of a cinnamon roll than it is a bioche bread. nothing wrong with that but just not my style. i would have loved of the filling was a combination of cream cheese and cookie butter. It would make the cake more creamy. It's not my fav but it's not bad. I like mine for fluffy texture. Now i do have to give props to the cookies! although i purchased Not Today's fresh based cookies (4 cookies for $4.99) it was yummy! if the cookies are 1-2 days old and still tastes this amazing...then i am sold! if I was closer i would be a fatty! Staff was amazing, everyone was super helpful! they had all sorts of cookies from royal icing shaped cookies to tea cookies and everything in between! they also offer Vegan and Gluten Free cookies! Parking is a bit tricky. the location is closer to the back near the post office. read more

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10/10. Not overly sweet and perfect icing. Fast service. I really want to try more items now read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - 12" Cookie Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place was so yummy! I stopped by on Monday during their happy hour and all the cookies I got were good. The Houston cookie was delicious! Service and ambiance were great. read more

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We've had cookies from here before and they were great but we recently had a chance to order one of their chocolate chunk cookie cakes which was a big hit at our party. Friendly service and delicious cookies. I'm sure we will be back to order something for our next event. read more

Birthday cookie cake was made beautifully and was super yummy! Ease in ordering online!

Wow! The HTX cookie is so good. It is absolutely one of the best cookies we've ever had. and my mother was a professional baker. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Cinnamon roll cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

Snickerdoodle and vanilla sugar are the best cookie flavors. Oddly, any of the cookies with chocolate chips or nuts, tend to taste a little weird at times but there are times when they taste amazing. the quality can be a bit inconsistent . read more

I bought a chocolate chip cookie cake for a friend who loves cookie cakes and he said it was the best cake he has ever eaten - so it's been a tradition now ordering him a cake. I even saved myself a slice to eat later which I forgot about and didn't get to until about 2-3 days later and it still tasted soft! My favorite cookie is the lemon chew! My kids like the iced cookies even though they have a lemon flavor to it. I am so sad the Fountainview location closed but I will trek over to this side of town just to pick up the cake. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar and Insomnia Cookies are my go-to when I want excellent chocolate chip cookies. I also really like the little uniqueness to the cookies here enhancing the consistent freshness and taste of them. I ordered my favorite types of cookies being 2 Chocolate Chip and a Double Pack of Raspberry Linzer Cookies. The chocolate chip were very delicious, warm in the middle and slightly crispy on the edges with wonderful chocolate aromas and brown color cookie base. The raspberry shortbread cookies were very delicious, more dense with a buttery cookie base holding small sweetness and a very good raspberry jam in the middle giving refreshing, fruity, contrasting vibes. I hadn't had these cookies from this place, just Madeleine years ago, but knew they would be great. Great, helpful service. I might need to also try the Ginger Cookies next time too. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Fantastic Chocolate Chunk Cookies !!! - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Super cute place that I literally did not know existed! It was only by happenstance that my husband and I saw it, as we were sitting down the way eating on a patio and saw it in the most obscure location. The girl that helped us was super friendly and answered our questions about the cookies. Because we have a hard time making decisions, we ended up with like 4 cookies. All of them were so yummy, but the Asteroid was my favorite of the day! I will definitely come here again when I am in the area, although I don't think my waist line will like that. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - The Asteroid - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

10/10 my favorite little cookie store in the city! Staff is always great cookies are always phenomenal and there's always one for every occasion. Plus they have a point system so you can get a treat from time to time. read more

I found Michael's Cookie Jar on TikTok. I ordered a cookie cake for a Super Bowl party which was delicious! It was gone as soon as it was cut. I came back a couple of more times to try their cookies. They were all very delicious and chewy!! The m&m cookie is my favorite! My husband loves the king cake cookie. We will definitely be returning. read more

The chocolate chunk cookie cake was soft in the center with a slightly crisp edge. The generous chocolate chunks gave each bite a rich, satisfying sweetness. read more

My job purchased these cookies and gave them out. I grabbed an M&M cookie that was super delicious. It was soft, chewy but crispy around the edges. I look forward to going to the store to get the full experience. Would recommend off taste alone. read more

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My sister's had a tough few weeks and I wanted to send her a pick-me-up. She's not a big fan of Tiff's so I looked around for another store in the area that delivers fresh baked cookies, and Michael's Cookies Jar came up as a recommendation. I'm glad I picked it! She said "I took one bite of the ginger molasses and it made me very happy." I'm glad I could put a smile on her face from far away, and that Michael's was able to help me do so. If I need to send cookies to her again I'll definitely choose Michael's! (And also grab some myself the next time I visit her in Houston) read more

Cookie cake came out great! It was a huge hit for my friend's birthday. The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly. I was in and out of the shop quickly. Will definitely be back. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Chocolate Chunk cookie cake with M&Ms - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

Not sure why I've never reviewed this location but I wanted to give a shout out to a great local option! I'm in love with their blondie that I get from Craft Pita! I've come in to buy a cookie here and there and I'm just not that impressed tbh. I'd much rather get Tiny's or Tiff's. 5 stars for that blondie! Always nice staff and smells great when I walk in. :) read more

YUM! Hubby and I live 5 minutes away from Michael's Cookie Jar so we definitely stop in here a little too often hehe. Right when you walk in, the bakery smells amazing...every single time. There are always fresh cookies being made and they have a great variety of cookies. I love how the chocolate chip cookies are chewy and chunky- they have a really good flavor! I was particularly satisfied with my recent order of a cookie cake. It was so simple to order online and when I got there, the cake was ready to be picked up exactly on time. They took the time to put the cake in a nice box and also Saran Wrap it so that the rain wouldn't get on the box. Everyone raved about the flavor of the cake- the frosting isn't that fake tasting super sweet frosting; it's just right! They also do cute decorated sugar cookies which are perfect for gift giving. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Custom cookie cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

Not to be confused with Michaels Nookie Jar, which is sexier. It's been a long time since I first tried Michael's Cookie Jar and I honestly wasn't too impressed by the cookies or the prices of cookies - but having said that they were pretty friendly, and when I say pretty friendly I mean enough so that I would upgrade from 3 stars to 4 stars. Don't take the Michaels, but if you're going to take the Michaels, take the Michaels out of the cookie jar. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Stop taking the Michael - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

I had their HTX and shortbread cookie! OMMGGG soooooo freaking good! And I am a cookie connoisseur! This HTX hits alllllll the right spots if you love a classic choco chip cookie! Plus the shortbread has a slight hint of vanilla and lemon! So yum!!! The service was awesome the ambience felt very cool and laid back! Definitely a cookie spot on my list next time i come back!! read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Individual Cookies - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

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What a delicious treat with a custom UH (Go COOGS!) design. My daughter and our party of guests ate every morsel of our cookie cake this weekend at her graduation party. Thank you to Alyssa for efficiently providing pricing and coordinating the custom design + delivery to The Coffee House at West End where our private event took place (also highly recommend their coffee and event space). Everything arrived on time and was delectable. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

I usually like everything from this store. The cookies are always spot on. But I'm real funny about LEMON anything, well i tried the lemon chews: just not enough lemon flavor for me. I stress I'm picky about my lemon. Every other cookie I have tried is great, great customer service. I love the smell of fresh baked cookies when you walk into the store. Right now the store smells like gingerbread, comfortable and cozy for the fall weather we are experiencing. Don't miss out an opportunity to experience some great cookies read more

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