This bakery WAS nostalgic for me. My mom use to get me a cinnamon roll before dropping me off at school. I recently visited the bakery years later after moving from California. I knew exactly what I wanted, so I ordered 3 cinnamon rolls and a pan au chocolat for old times sake. When it came time to check out my grand total was $28.90 for 4 pastries. What the heck. That's absolutely insane. Sad to say the pan au chocolate was lackluster and was flat and chocolate was overly sweet and small (for $7.25???) Not Parisian at all. There were no prices listed anywhere. What's up with that? I wouldn't have a problem paying if it was actually worth the price. In my opinion it is not. read more

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Love the fruit tart, the sweetest ladies in the world work here! i got the hot chocolate with oat milk and it was tasty. hopefully i get to sit down and enjoy my treats properly (got takeout) read more

Normandie Bakery - Saisonning Fresh Fruit Tart - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I have to agree with Rhemy G. who also gave them a one star. The prices were not posted anywhere. I picked out 7 pastries and it was $49. I felt like the cashier just rang up what she felt like charging me. It was way over-priced and honestly nothing to come back for. Such a shame. read more

This is by far the best Turkey I have ever had in my life. I have always hated turkey but my God this was so beautifully cooked , seasoned absolutely amazing. I am so in love with this turkey!!!! If you aren't catering a turkey from here for thanksgiving you do not know what you are missing. Best Turkey ever, juicy, and literally falls off the bone for how tender it is!!!! And excuse the presentation it was a long bumpy drive. read more

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This was my first time trying out the Normandie Bakery Cafe. And it was delicious , I ordered an Iced Latte with Whipped Cream and a Fresca Chicken Salad with Avocado. ( Btw i added the celery sticks at home xD ) And i ordered a Lasagna for my great-aunt and she loved it! Service was great , the cashier / server lady was very attentive and kind. Everything was yummy! Food was fresh and delicious! - They have a great selection of pastries & cakes & other baked goods. As well as Jams and Fruit Preserves , & Imported Italian Candy , & many other snacks & goodies. :D - I had the pleasure of meeting the lovely Chef : Josette LeBlond , She's really sweet and nice! (: - Place is cute and decorated pretty. Love the vibe. Hidden gem :3 ( well sorta hidden but ykwim ) Friendly Service & Staff , Clean establishment, and more importantly Good Food. (: Prices are moderate & imo the food speaks for itself. (: - I Definitely recommend this place. I was pleased in the service , visual presentation , quality , and taste. I'd rate The Normandie Bakery Cafe a Solid 4.7 / 5 Stars (: Keep up the good work! You definitely gained a new customer today! haha :3 read more

Normandie Bakery - Iced Cafe Latte with Whipped Cream (: & A Fresca Chicken Salad , everything was delicious - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I knew I was in trouble when I called the bakery to place our Christmas order and they told me to email them, and then when I emailed them they told me to call that is the first sign you are in for a bad process. We placed an order for Christmas over the phone with the Chef about a week before Christmas. When we arrived on Christmas Eve, it wasn't ready for pick up. They said they thought it was probably at the other location which is impossible because when I placed the call, I said I needed to pick it up at the Jones on third location Chef Josette said she completely understood and that was perfect. I had to make due with whatever they had in the case-- this was after watching the woman in front of us go through the exact same thing. THEN I got a message later on Christmas Eve saying I didn't pick up my order and was going to be charged. So we were effectively double charged for non-custom desserts. This bakery is so disorganized with their holiday orders we will never ever go there again. What a disaster. read more

So after trying the chocolate mousse birthday cake and my verdict is as follows: the outer layer of chocolate was delicious and tasted of high quality chocolate. The cake itself was a bit dry and the 'chocolate mousse' layer had a bit of a rubbery texture. read more

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COCHRAN & JEFFERSON LOCATION I was at home sick and asked my husband to stop by the Normandie bakery to pick up liver pate. Pate is supposed to have copper in it and at this time my body is in need of copper. I called ahead to place an order for pate, French onion soup, and the beef burgundy. A French woman answers the phone and was stern and rude and told us not to show up to the restaurant before 30 minutes. I explained this to my husband and he made sure not to show up prior to that time. He picked up the food and to my surprise the order came up to over $100. By the time he got home I was excited to try the pate, however it was rancid. Spoiled beyond belief with discoloration and spoiled juice running from it and the smell was unbelievable. I was so embarrassed because I knew that I could not eat this, but did not want to return it because the French woman was so rude initially on the order. My sweet husband said if it's spoiled just call them and I will return it for you. One of the workers answered the phone and told me to come back and they would be open until 430. My husband went and returned the pate, but he said he was greeted abruptly with chef Jozette, who told him that the pate wasn't spoiled and forcibly told him come back to the kitchen yelling at him all the way. This did not help her situation because she showed him a big block of what it look like spoiled food and told him that "oh this is not good for my business. Don't say my pate is spoiled, I can take this over to my restaurant on third and sell it right now!' she says. He said "I am a customer and if I say this is spoiled it spoiled I want my money back." He received the return from the chef and told her that I (his wife) would call her to let her know more about what my experience was. She told him "well I won't have time" and he told her, well, "she will write a review" and this is the review. We will never be back. I've experienced this place 20 years ago, but it was so much better. My husband had such a bad experience that he did not even eat his $33 beef Burgundy. I ate the French onion soup, but it was lackluster, however, it was better than the pate. The pate is absolutely gross. The chef really puts a downer on the ambience of the restaurant and the food is not what it used to be. Terrible experience. read more

I think they have amazing pastries however I wish they were a little bit cheaper, especially for the size of them

LOVE this place! And I love Josette, who never ages. Such a spunky, bouncy person. The BEST croissants and baguettes this side of Paris. Josette old me that she sells up to (more than??) 2,000 baguettes a day, because she furnishes so many restaurants. I noticed the neighbors also drop by for bread or pastry. Hot coffee in the morning on the front counter. Josette bought this place in 1989 and the bakery/restaurant has been bustling ever since, keeping Angelenos on the westside full of delectible French goodies. This year, she is catering one of the Oscar parties in Hollywood. She has been awarded for excellent business practices by the French Consul General of Los Angeles at a banquet held in her honor. Go for a casual breakfast. Most (all?) of the tables are outside, along a covered front patio. HAVE A CROISSANT. Did I mention that? That they are the BEST CROISSANTS THIS SIDE OF PARIS?? Ok, then... The omelets are also superb. Or go for lunch. Delicious specials that change daily. And have a croissant... Almost forgot to mention the delectible pastries, which are displayed in a case in the small front space. (Behind is a humongous kitchen where the magic happens.) I bought some pear tarts for my Swiss neighbor, and she said they tasted just like her mother used to make. Sometimes you get lucky and get there just when the croissants are coming out of the oven. Incomparable. Ham and cheese croissants, chocolate croissants, cakes, pies, and gourmet French cheeses. You just gotta get here. Parking sucks but you can figure it out. If it's a slow day (rare) you can park right in front. Josette, I love you!!! xox Stay who you are and continue to delight us with your treats for years to come! read more

Normandie Bakery - Veggie quiche - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place saved my daughters 17th birthday! I was down to the last couple days and didn't know where to celebrate my daughters 17th. I drove by and saw a sign that said have your next party with us, so I popped in! I spoke with the owner-a French chef named Josette, who was so good to me! She helped me plan a brunch for 20 guest and made my daughters request of a strawberries & cream cake! Side note: The ham & cheese quiche was DIVINE!! Thank you Chef Josette for making our celebration so special and all for a much more reasonable price! Xoxo read more

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This woman is a scam and trying to pull a fast one on the patrons of Toast Bakery on W Third Street, She took Toast over from the previous owner BUT KEPT THE TOAST NAME (I'm assuming because it's a 18 year old iconic LA cafe and she wanted to benefit from the name recognition)... yea, nice try!! She has completely gutted the Toast menu which now has extremely poor quality food and 1/5 of the selection. Any remaining items are completely different and taste disgusting. She has also plastered her face all over the restaurant, including a cardboard cutout of herself (talk about an ego!). Here's some advice- if you're taking over a well known establishment and making such DRASTIC changes to every aspect of the place, CHANGE THE NAME!! Toast now is giving off scam vibes and this woman is clearly spearheading the whole thing. The food tastes like crap and I'm sure the food here does as well. read more

Normandie Bakery - Normandie Cafe @ Toast Cafe ?? #scam - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I have experienced the best service and most welcoming customer service in a long time. Josette and her staff were pretty amazing. I'm always returning for their well sculpted Croquembouche which is a cream puff tower of fresh goodness which is unique and great for any special occasion. It's definitely a hidden gem and is also worth checking out for lunch and dessert. read more

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A friend recommended this place to get a good pastry. Otherwise, I would have never found it. It's not in a very conspicuous place. I ordered a French onion soup and bread pudding. I ate the bread pudding in my car. I only meant to take a quick bite but I couldn't stop myself. The French onion soup was just luscious. One of the best!! read more

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Love this place my mom always comes here and buys the bread and it always hits ever since I was a kid I loved the muffins especially the chocolate chip ones read more

I would not recommend anyone coming here . They are expensive and have no idea how to make cake or pies We orders pecan pie and tres leches . How does one mess up on a tres leches idk Don't go here make the drive go to Porto's read more

Normandie Bakery - They said tres leches this came was dry and had a geltine like white pudding in the middle very awful - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I used to visit this location a lot as a kid since I lived around the block and I remember their pastries being delicious! However, I was around the area and decided to stop by and grab some of my favorite treats. To my surprise, nothing tasted like it used to. The cookies tasted stale and the cakes were overly sweet. Also, the employees seemed miserable, I felt like I bothered them with my presence. After not being there for so many years that's something you don't expect. I wouldn't come back, it's sad to see that this place went downhill! Also, the prices are ridiculously high for the quality! read more

Amazing French baked goods and service Chef Josette Rocks ! She has all of my favorites French Pastries read more

I first met the owner and chef, Josette, in Las Vegas over 15 years ago when she had a restaurant and bakery called Normandie there. We were regulars, and hosted colleagues and friends there when they'd come to Las Vegas for business or pleasure. The food was always very good, the pastries excellent, and the conversations with Josette lively. We first tried her Los Angeles Normandie about a decade ago. It's in an industrial area across the street from the Expo line tracks. The baked goods are excellent, as I remember them. Food items we've tried have been very good as well -- authentic French. read more

LAST AND FINAL TIME SUPPORTING THIS BUSINESS. You can only get so many chances and still disappoint. This last visit my sister and I stopped by to pick up some pastries. Chef Suzette's partner the blonde heavy set one is soooooo miserable and rude. We walked in and patiently waited as one of the kitchen staff went to get her as no one was there to greet or assist customers entering. As she walked up we pleasantly said hello and told her that we were interested in getting some pastries. As we told her the first item we wanted she immediately began packaging. Didn't even give us a chance to finish placing our order. Never asked if we were done. We proceeded to tell her the next items we want. She did it again. We told her that we're not done ordering from the display and that there were a few more items we'd like to get. She abruptly fired off with an attitude, "IF YOU DON'T MIND GIVING ME YOUR ORDER ALL AT ONCE!!!" My sister and I looked at each and decided that were done. We turned around and walked out empty handed. We were not going to to be disrespected and still patronize this business. Since that incident we've been going up the street to the new Whole Foods Market on La Cienega Boulevard which is literally only a 2 minute drive away. They have daily fresh baked breads, cakes and pastries. A bar with plenty of dining space, a buffet full of healthy lunch options, including a deli, pizza and Mexican food section. The entire store is full of pleasant and helpful staff, and parking is abundant. As good as Normandies pastries are there customer service has got do a whole lot better. read more

Just had a delicious tuna melt on a fresh baguette with coffee and a fruit crème brûlée. I saw a couple of people leave with about 10 large baguettes. With good reason there seems to always be a steady flow of customers doing dine-in and takeout. This is a great oasis in a busy commercial area. Enjoy! read more

I called to ask questions about their pastries today and the employees seemed very impatient and annoyed. I was cut off multiple times with the response that they couldn't answer my questions bc the owner was out of the country. I love this bakery but not enough to be talked to like that. It's not what you say, it's how you say it. read more

Amazing food.. one of my most favorite places for lunch. Unexpected gem, awesome food, no really really seriously awesome authentic French food in a modest location read more

I love this place! Let me count the ways....French Brie, liver or pate campagne, baguettes (if you are at any restaurant with a good baguette chances are it came from here), cinnamon rolls, almond croissants, and once a year King Cakes. There is always something to try and love! Josette and her gang will take good care of you.... read more

Normandie Bakery - King Cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It's honestly extremely rare that I write a one-star review... But the fat frumpy arrogant French lady working the front is seriously out of control. Never have I felt so disrespected by anyone in customer service, in my entire life. Stopped in for a last minute gift for my mom's birthday. Picked up what looks like some kind of vacuum-sealed bag of a marinated red-colored piece of poultry. I ask this "lady" what exactly it is, very politely mind you, and here is how the conversation went: "(Smiling) What is this?-- chicken or duck?" "(Scowling) It's chicken." "What kind of chicken?" "(Impatiently) Roasted chicken." "(Growing impatient) What KIND of roasted chicken? It's obviously marinated in some kind of sauce/ seasoning" (While grumbling and rolling her eyes, she asks the chef in the back...) "Paprika." "Okay..... (thinking, 'That wasn't so hard now, was it') Thank you." Kinda peeves me when a place has NO prices for any of their products. Makes me feel like they size you up when you walk in and charge what they want. So now I'm looking at all the whatever looking pastries, desperately trying to find a few things to gift. Fruit tarts, tiramisu, etc. Having to ask the damn price for everything, and what exactly everything is since there are no labels or any info. She's obviously getting more and more frustrated from not knowing shit, waddles to the back to get the actual chef (an older Latino gentleman who is much friendlier), whom I ask the price of a small cake. He tells me $25, and immediately afterwards she barks, "NO, it's $26. Nothing is $25." Then procedes with, "Everything is expensive, honey"-- I tell her, "I can afford it." Her response: "oh really because you keep asking for all the prices" Hmm. Wow! Hold up, bitch. This is when I tell her that I own a business, a restaurant actually, and that she does not belong in customer service. And that she must be family, because who the Fuck would ever hire you? And that the actual owner of this bakery, "Chef Josette" or whatever probably wouldn't want her talking to customers this way. I told her I would never be stepping foot in there again, directly because of her. When I asked what her name was, after a long pause, she begrudgingly tells me it's "Jackie" (Jacqui?). Also. This was me popping in after 3 or 4 years. Ate here once and regretted it. Overpriced for incredibly underwhelming food. Easily the worst eggs Benny I've ever had. The waitress was not friendly and the service was slow. Still, I was never going to leave a negative review. Another thing. For claiming the best baguette in the city, it sure tastes like overly bleached and dough conditioned bullshit with no crust or air bubbles, that any supermarket chain does better. Better yet, patronize your local panadería and get 3 bolillos for a buck. You'll be MUCH more satisfied. This place tries too hard to be "Bougie" when it is actually just a dusty-ass tacky hole in the wall where stale pastries are sold and rude shitty people work. And I honestly LIKE hole-in-the-walls!! NEVER AGAIN. Take your money elsewhere. ***EDIT*** Upon scrolling through and reading the many negative reviews, which I had not done before writing my own, it seems I dodged a bullet by not encountering "Chef Josette" on my visit. Which, yeah I agree with the people, for how much you tout this chefdom and having your life-size cutouts everywhere, you sure don't take care of the actual important stuff. Like treating your employees with respect and not berating them publicly. Like treating your customers with respect and showing kindness and gratitude. Like putting information and pricing labels for your goods. Shit like that. But now It's not surprising that she would have such a disrespectful oaf like "Jackie" (Jacqui?) "managing" the joint. read more

This is one of those places where the food is as authentic as it can get. Everything is made to order, crazy delicious bread and cheese, sandwiches, pastries etc. Today the chef and owner, Josette, handmade us a special sandwich breakfast (she was supposed to be closed today) and it was out of this world - bread, cheese, ham. Sounds so simple but she made this the five star restaurant equivalent. Handmade bread, pastries, cake, pies etc. Just stop wasting time reading this and go already you will be bummed you discovered it this late in life. read more

Normandie Bakery - Planning to write a full review shortly, but can't rave enough about this place. A real gem, I'll come back again and again. - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Can I just say, "We love Chef Josette!" My honey and I drove from South Pasadena to discover the source of the most amazing croissant! Turns out it was already awarded LA's best!! Well deserved! Chef Josette is a hard worker and puts her heart into all that she does. You will be rewarded for going daily for your bakery needs. Enjoy her love. Now I need to buy a house nearby!! And yes, I'll be back with the family!! read more

Normandie Bakery - The Amazing Chef Josette!! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is the closest to "authentic" croissants I've found in LA, (no waxy aftertaste like those other bakeries make with palm kernel oil). And I'm happy that there are small amounts of pâté and cheeses. The baguettes are fresh and good. The cakes and other baked goods look amazing but haven't tried any. Parking is terrible--plan ahead. read more

Chef Josette is friendly, welcoming and makes you feel at home!! Although food exceeds home cooking; high gourmet caliber and prices are reasonable!! I used to come here just to order their delicious fruit tarts, but now being retired, so nice to come here and enjoy our meals! Best egg Benedict I'd ever had!! Not heavy, really delicious!! read more

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I ordered a pate sandwich and it was pretty much the most disgusting thing I've ever eaten. I like pate but there were big chunks and it wasn't tasty. The bread was good but the cornichons were whole and they fell out while was trying to eat it along with the chunks of pate. There was no mustard on the sandwich although the menu listed it as an ingredient. I ended up just giving the pate to my dog since it pretty much looked and smelled like dog food. Will not return. read more

Amazing place and excellent service! They have great French baguettes, soups, quiches, desserts etc. Highly recommended!

Delicious food and baked goods. Some of the best desserts. Fresh baguettes. What more can you ask for!

Very strange tasting carrot cake, little spice and the frosting was vanilla. For the price I wont stop by again.

Amazing place, authentic french bread. I'm french. The owner is so hands on and accommodating. They even have pâté! read more

I can't believe I didn't come here sooner!!! I am moving back to France ! The best brunch in the city. The potatoes to die for. The croissant and pain au chocolat taste even better than the one. I eat in France . Everything is homemade. I am going to go there every day until I leave. Oh and Chef Josette is lovely, warm, so nice. Made reservations for Mother's Day !! Can't wait read more

Newest branch located in Beverly Hills of the Normandie Bakery fame headquartered in West Adams district with another informal branch at Farmers' Market. Having sampled many of the baked goods like baguette, & pastries and Charcuterie such as Pâté de Campagne & Pâté de Foie de Canard/duck liver, the new bistro will be a great addition to the Beverly Hills food scene. Regular website: www.chefjosette.com Special soiree by invitation only the first half of May 2016. Non hosted dinner as well as preprandial cocktail hour. To obtain an invitation, you must be fluent in French. Bon Chance. Refer to website: www.frenchdistrict.com/normandiebakery/ read more

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Good food, the restaurant was closed when it should have been open. The owner can be so nice and sometimes unpredictable, but the croissants are so good, as well as everything I tryed, and I believe in second chances. And I think everyone can loose it once in a while dealing with so many people. We love you josette, be nice to all of us. read more

PLEASE have staff and customers WEAR MASKS! Social Distancing was not being practiced when we were there. Customers without masks, staff without masks, customers not standing 6 feet a part. 5/14/20 - UPDATE : STILL NO SIGNS ABOUT SOCIAL DISTANCING AND ABOUT MASKS BEING REQUIRED !! Owner showed NO concern when this was brought to her attention! Small space and customers , staff, AND THE OWNER not wearing masks! If this is happening in the front, what's happening in the kitchen??? read more

The food and service is terrific!! Our family came here and were taken care of like family. I've come here for years to buy baguettes and my only regret is not trying their menu sooner. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

Normandie Bakery - Florentine: poached eggs, potatoes, spinach. French toast. Egg sandwich. Cappuccino, hot chocolate, fresh squeeze orange juic - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The food is great. The baguettes are light and crispy like in France. The pâté de campange sandwich is addictive. From time to time I work in that neighborhood and whenever I do I make sure to visit Normandie Bakery. read more

Normandie Bakery - Croquembouche! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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