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I had a very hard time deciding what to get at this bakery! Everything looked sooo good, from the New York rolls (which I hadn't heard of) to the basque cheesecake varieties. I ended up getting a pastry because it looked unique, and it was flaky and delicious! It was an interesting setup- you actually grab a tray and tongs and serve yourself, paying at the end of the line. The cashier wasn't particularly friendly, but not off-putting either.
It's been over a year since Ondo has opened and I love that they keep innovating! The latest goodies I've been enjoying here are the: *injeolmi croissant - it's so dang good. First, their lamination is ON POINT. Then add the Korean flavors and flair to it? Chef's kiss. So Injeolmi is basically like a mochi rice cake dessert with roasted soy bean powder on it. So they did their take on it by dusting the exterior with the roasted soy bean powder and putting the rice cake part INSIDE. You basically have to eat this day-of though - rice flour goodies are never that great re-heated. *trompe de l'oeil desserts - they have various ones that look like fruit BUT my favorite cheesecake that looks like a piece of cheese on a cheese board ha. Love the whimsy. *the sleeping bear cakes! I think this is more of a Valentine's Day special - I'm not sure if it's year-around but it's so cute and the chocolate mousse is so luscious with the perfect ratio of raspberry. *Dubai chocolate mochi - this is probably my favorite take on this viral trend. It's a really fascinating texture with the soft rice cake/mochi meeting the crunchy kataifi. I'm into though!
We came over the weekend and my goodness was it busy! There weren't any trays available at the front, so I couldn't get any pastries, other than one that I placed on a parchment paper that I was holding. We decided to order on the kiosk because the line was pretty long. They offer quite a bit of seating on the other side of the pastries and can get loud, if it's packed. So if you're wanting to study, make sure to take a pair of earplugs. We got an iced black sesame latte and a peanut butter Macchiato. Both drinks were okay. The flavors of both drinks weren't as strong but okay. I grabbed a salt bread and a Dubai mochi. Salt bread was okay. The mochi was delicious. If you are a fan of Dubai chocolate, you'll love this! We'll definitely be back to try more pastries and drinks!
got a strawberry New York roll to go - wow, absolutely delicious! Loved that strawberry flavor, and the roll was pretty filled. Very aesthetic as well! Busy spot but lots of places to sit. Clearly very popular - excited to return and try some other items.
Ondo is in a prime location, with a lot of foot traffic on Main Street in the heart of University of Michigan's main campus. When I visited on a Sunday morning there was a long line out the door. There are plenty of savory and sweet baked goods to choose from. Some are both savory and sweet like the croissant rolls with a sweet filling and topping. The pastry items in the case are beautifully made. Ondo is fairly priced for the size of its baked goods which are on the larger side compared to other bakeries in Ann Arbor. I was accidentally overcharged for several items. I had a digital receipt to provide and the cafe was receptive and gave me a refund.
Very busy and nice, clean aesthetic. Definitely just. Strawberry New York roll was very creamy, chewy and sweet. Didn't taste artificial at all like most bakeries. The count latte was decent as well. Helpful and kind staff as well, despite it being so busy!
Happy to report that I've (finally) come back to try the black sesame latte (sub almond milk) and WOW is this a decadent treat. The sweet black sesame foam is so nutty and candy like. It mixes well into the coffee for a dessert/treat like beverage. Probably not the drink to put on regular rotation, but will absolutely come for this specially! No pastries this time, but they look stunning and unique, per usual.
Almost the same as a Tours le jours but worse. Problem about European/Asian bakery is that they are not good enough to represent either side. Crossiants are burnt as u can see in my picture. Egg tarts are nothing special,tart crust is kinda soggy. Bread are ok, same type of bread everywhere. It seems to be popular and the cafe does look nice. I do think it is overrated.
First off, the Biscoff iced coffee is absolutely amazing - definitely a must-try. I stopped by around 5 pm on a Sunday, and most of the baked goods and pastries were already sold out, so I'd recommend visiting earlier in the day if you want the full selection. I also tried the strawberry matcha, which I usually order at every new coffee shop I go to, but unfortunately it wasn't great here. Overall, the vibe and experience were good, but I did have one awkward moment - when I asked for a sip lid instead of a straw lid, one of the baristas was unexpectedly rude about it, and said "no!" to my request....which caught me off guard lol
I've been here enough that I feel like I'm finally able to write an honest review on the variety of food and drinks! This is probably my favorite coffee shop in Ann Arbor and am constantly recommending it to my friends, so I wanted to share my review of the scene, food, and drinks! This is a great place to go if you are meeting someone, but I probably would not study here during the day. Tables can be hard to get, especially around 1-5p during the week or anytime on the weekend. It's also very packed! If noise is an issue to you, get your drink and go! As a Korean inspired bakery, it has a huge amount of interesting foods and flavors. I have tried their Garlic Bread and New York rolls. Think of the roll like a crispy, sweet, crescent roll filled with cream. It's great, but very filling, I often split one with a friend. As for drinks, my go-to is the Iced Sea Salt Caramel Cream Latte, however the Biscoff Latte is a close second. For people wondering about the sweetness level, everything is very sweet and strong. I've also had the Passionfruit Refresher. Honestly, it wasn't my favorite, but I'm glad I tried it. I wasn't impressed with the flavor, it seemed watered down and kind of separated. I struggled with whether to give 4 or 5 stars, but decided on 4 because of the refresher and a warning for those who don't like overly sweet things. I would highly recommend getting coffee if you are going to go. I can't speak to the matcha because I haven't tried it but it seems extremely popular and there's always matcha orders being made! I will have to try and update this review once I have...just hard for me to stray away from my regular order!
I've been coming to this spot for years. Ondo has the best coconut cream latte! Be sure to get it hot though! They use coconut oil. :) Located on State Street between Liberty & Williams, it's very accessible by foot. You grab your tray, liner, and tongs when you walk in & have a beautiful variety of baked goods to choose from before you get to the coffee ordering counter. They cash you out and wait at the end of the counter for your specialty drinks to get whipped up quickly! The space is clean & cozy, great for socializing or studying! There are tables to sit outside and enjoy the weather & the delicious eats. Be sure to swing through Ondo when on U of M Campus!
Came here with some friends and had a good time. Service was quick even though there was a long line. The inside is cute but the tables were dirty from past customers, we had to wipe it off ourselves when we sat down. The strawberry New York roll was delicious! Never had anything like it. Has a strawberry frosting filling. My friend thought her strawberry matcha tasted like the green part of the strawberry :( and my friend got the cloud cream matcha and said it was super sweet. Overall: decent food and drinks, cute cafe, great location, but not the best cafe I've ever been to.
Went to Ondo while visiting Ann Arbor. It was a beautiful place with excellent coffee and pastries. So many options to choose from and the staff were very friendly.
2 months ago
I had a very hard time deciding what to get at this bakery! Everything looked sooo good, from the New York rolls (which I hadn't heard of) to the basque cheesecake varieties. I ended up getting a pastry because it looked unique, and it was flaky and delicious! It was an interesting setup- you actually grab a tray and tongs and serve yourself, paying at the end of the line. The cashier wasn't particularly friendly, but not off-putting either. read more
7 months ago
It's been over a year since Ondo has opened and I love that they keep innovating! The latest goodies I've been enjoying here are the: *injeolmi croissant - it's so dang good. First, their lamination is ON POINT. Then add the Korean flavors and flair to it? Chef's kiss. So Injeolmi is basically like a mochi rice cake dessert with roasted soy bean powder on it. So they did their take on it by dusting the exterior with the roasted soy bean powder and putting the rice cake part INSIDE. You basically have to eat this day-of though - rice flour goodies are never that great re-heated. *trompe de l'oeil desserts - they have various ones that look like fruit BUT my favorite cheesecake that looks like a piece of cheese on a cheese board ha. Love the whimsy. *the sleeping bear cakes! I think this is more of a Valentine's Day special - I'm not sure if it's year-around but it's so cute and the chocolate mousse is so luscious with the perfect ratio of raspberry. *Dubai chocolate mochi - this is probably my favorite take on this viral trend. It's a really fascinating texture with the soft rice cake/mochi meeting the crunchy kataifi. I'm into though! read more
We came over the weekend and my goodness was it busy! There weren't any trays available at the front, so I couldn't get any pastries, other than one that I placed on a parchment paper that I was holding. We decided to order on the kiosk because the line was pretty long. They offer quite a bit of seating on the other side of the pastries and can get loud, if it's packed. So if you're wanting to study, make sure to take a pair of earplugs. We got an iced black sesame latte and a peanut butter Macchiato. Both drinks were okay. The flavors of both drinks weren't as strong but okay. I grabbed a salt bread and a Dubai mochi. Salt bread was okay. The mochi was delicious. If you are a fan of Dubai chocolate, you'll love this! We'll definitely be back to try more pastries and drinks! read more
8 months ago
got a strawberry New York roll to go - wow, absolutely delicious! Loved that strawberry flavor, and the roll was pretty filled. Very aesthetic as well! Busy spot but lots of places to sit. Clearly very popular - excited to return and try some other items. read more
21 days ago
1 year ago
Ondo is in a prime location, with a lot of foot traffic on Main Street in the heart of University of Michigan's main campus. When I visited on a Sunday morning there was a long line out the door. There are plenty of savory and sweet baked goods to choose from. Some are both savory and sweet like the croissant rolls with a sweet filling and topping. The pastry items in the case are beautifully made. Ondo is fairly priced for the size of its baked goods which are on the larger side compared to other bakeries in Ann Arbor. I was accidentally overcharged for several items. I had a digital receipt to provide and the cafe was receptive and gave me a refund. read more
Very busy and nice, clean aesthetic. Definitely just. Strawberry New York roll was very creamy, chewy and sweet. Didn't taste artificial at all like most bakeries. The count latte was decent as well. Helpful and kind staff as well, despite it being so busy! read more
Happy to report that I've (finally) come back to try the black sesame latte (sub almond milk) and WOW is this a decadent treat. The sweet black sesame foam is so nutty and candy like. It mixes well into the coffee for a dessert/treat like beverage. Probably not the drink to put on regular rotation, but will absolutely come for this specially! No pastries this time, but they look stunning and unique, per usual. read more
1 year ago
Almost the same as a Tours le jours but worse. Problem about European/Asian bakery is that they are not good enough to represent either side. Crossiants are burnt as u can see in my picture. Egg tarts are nothing special,tart crust is kinda soggy. Bread are ok, same type of bread everywhere. It seems to be popular and the cafe does look nice. I do think it is overrated. read more
First off, the Biscoff iced coffee is absolutely amazing - definitely a must-try. I stopped by around 5 pm on a Sunday, and most of the baked goods and pastries were already sold out, so I'd recommend visiting earlier in the day if you want the full selection. I also tried the strawberry matcha, which I usually order at every new coffee shop I go to, but unfortunately it wasn't great here. Overall, the vibe and experience were good, but I did have one awkward moment - when I asked for a sip lid instead of a straw lid, one of the baristas was unexpectedly rude about it, and said "no!" to my request....which caught me off guard lol read more
1 year ago
I've been here enough that I feel like I'm finally able to write an honest review on the variety of food and drinks! This is probably my favorite coffee shop in Ann Arbor and am constantly recommending it to my friends, so I wanted to share my review of the scene, food, and drinks! This is a great place to go if you are meeting someone, but I probably would not study here during the day. Tables can be hard to get, especially around 1-5p during the week or anytime on the weekend. It's also very packed! If noise is an issue to you, get your drink and go! As a Korean inspired bakery, it has a huge amount of interesting foods and flavors. I have tried their Garlic Bread and New York rolls. Think of the roll like a crispy, sweet, crescent roll filled with cream. It's great, but very filling, I often split one with a friend. As for drinks, my go-to is the Iced Sea Salt Caramel Cream Latte, however the Biscoff Latte is a close second. For people wondering about the sweetness level, everything is very sweet and strong. I've also had the Passionfruit Refresher. Honestly, it wasn't my favorite, but I'm glad I tried it. I wasn't impressed with the flavor, it seemed watered down and kind of separated. I struggled with whether to give 4 or 5 stars, but decided on 4 because of the refresher and a warning for those who don't like overly sweet things. I would highly recommend getting coffee if you are going to go. I can't speak to the matcha because I haven't tried it but it seems extremely popular and there's always matcha orders being made! I will have to try and update this review once I have...just hard for me to stray away from my regular order! read more
I've been coming to this spot for years. Ondo has the best coconut cream latte! Be sure to get it hot though! They use coconut oil. :) Located on State Street between Liberty & Williams, it's very accessible by foot. You grab your tray, liner, and tongs when you walk in & have a beautiful variety of baked goods to choose from before you get to the coffee ordering counter. They cash you out and wait at the end of the counter for your specialty drinks to get whipped up quickly! The space is clean & cozy, great for socializing or studying! There are tables to sit outside and enjoy the weather & the delicious eats. Be sure to swing through Ondo when on U of M Campus! read more
1 year ago
Came here with some friends and had a good time. Service was quick even though there was a long line. The inside is cute but the tables were dirty from past customers, we had to wipe it off ourselves when we sat down. The strawberry New York roll was delicious! Never had anything like it. Has a strawberry frosting filling. My friend thought her strawberry matcha tasted like the green part of the strawberry :( and my friend got the cloud cream matcha and said it was super sweet. Overall: decent food and drinks, cute cafe, great location, but not the best cafe I've ever been to. read more
3 months ago
Went to Ondo while visiting Ann Arbor. It was a beautiful place with excellent coffee and pastries. So many options to choose from and the staff were very friendly. read more
10 months ago
It's a beautiful cafe and their pastries are top notch. I wish I could try every single thing here. read more
Shoutout to my foodie friend and fellow Elite Tiffany S. for recommending Ondo Bakery & Cafe! I was so excited upon walking in because it was just like the cafes we visited in Seoul! Very bright and airy, and way more spacious than I was expecting, with lots of seating for eating, studying, and hanging out with friends. The pastries are self-serve, so after we took a look around, we grabbed a tray and some tongs and tried to restrain ourselves from picking every item we saw. They had a huge selection of sweet and savory pastries, so it was really tough to narrow down our selection. We picked a strawberry New York roll, an Earl Grey doughnut, and a matcha scone. Each item is labeled by name only, so it is a fun adventure if there's something unfamiliar. Once you're ready, take your tray to the counter and order any drinks. I got the black sesame latte, iced at the employee's recommendation. Our drinks came out quickly and they arrange them alphabetically by name like they do at Starbucks (bonus points for taking my name). The black sesame latte was SO good - super creamy, nutty, and just the right level of sweet. I want to drink this every day. The pastries were all delicious but my favorite was definitely the New York roll - it's basically a circular, filled croissant with some icing. It was crispy and flaky, sweet but not too sweet, and I want to try every flavor! (They had at least 8 different flavors.) Apparently this is a viral thing that started in NYC and I hope to see them make their way to GR! It wasn't too crowded in the pastry area when we were there, but it was also during U of M's spring break. I could see it getting packed! I asked if this is a chain, and they said it's not - it is a local Korean owned business and they make all their pastries in house. Amazing! I loved this taste of Seoul right in Michigan and can't wait to stop in again next time I'm in town. read more
First of all, I hate the parking situation here, drive around for a good 10 minutes to even find a spot. Place wasn't too busy when I came here, tried a matcha latte and a matcha pastry. The latte was good, next time I worn eh adding the strawberry foam, it kind of made the latte taste a bit like a latte mixed with a smoothie. I wasn't too big of a fan of the foam part. The matcha itself was amazing tasting! The matcha pastry was soooo good, can't remember the name of it but it was a round "croissant" filled with a matcha cream, wow! So so good, would definitely recommend those. The inside was pretty quiet, cute decorated and plenty of tables. read more
I saw this place on TikTok and I finally got to check them out! It's very similar to Tous Les Jour with almost the same layout. Even some of the pastries are the same, but they do have a larger selection of sweets. Especially the formerly viral cream filled croissant rolls. They were good, but a little way too sweet, but maybe it's also because my preference has changed to more savory foods. Overall, it's a nice cafe to have on a college campus. read more
Delicious bakery treats and great coffee options. Super modern space! It was an easy seamless experience to grab what you want and pay at the counter. They should put a sign though where you pick up tongs that you put used tongs at the register. I noticed a few people putting the tongs back after using them! I got a strawberry New York roll and a matcha latte. My husband got the Oreo roll. And we both god some egg salad buns. So so so good! read more
Ondo I love you! This beaut is a newly added Asian bakery on state Street. Grab a tray at the front with paper and tongs. Then serve yourself and check out at the register. I was so excited to try the NY roll. We got a lemon and cookies and cream. They are filled with a yummy cream. My favorite was the tiramisu croissant. Lovely! Not a lot of coffee flavor, but still delicious. I bet it would go great with one of their lattes. The service was great, and the interior is clean and spacious. I will definitely be a regular here so I can try all the things. read more
10 months ago
Loved Ondo Bakery! The sesame black latte was rich and nutty, the coconut creme latte was very coconut forward and overpowered the creme. Great size value given the price of the drinks. The matcha cream filled donut was perfect, it was light, not too sweet, and full of deep matcha flavor. Super clean space with great variety. Definitely worth a stop. The service was also very quick and they got our lattes out within 10 minutes. I would recommend read more
6 months ago
Super cute bakery! Wish we had something like this in Lansing. It was very busy for a warm spring afternoon. Average price per pastry is probably $4. I would totally come back when there's less people! read more
Ondo Cafe is a cozy, welcoming spot that really stands out for its unique blend of healthy, delicious options and a warm, laid-back atmosphere. From the moment you walk in, it feels like a hidden gem, offering a perfect mix of great food and a peaceful place to relax, work, or catch up with friends. They have this one drink that's a coconut latte it is so good! The service is pretty good too! read more
This place is amazing! I was visiting Ann Arbor for work and returned multiple times. The store stays busy, but there is plenty of seating and the staff is efficient. The earl grey donut is STUFFED full of earl grey cream. It was heavenly. The restrooms are clean. You are expected to bus your own table. Wheelchair accessibility could improve, but it isn't bad. read more
Found a piece of string in my drink :( otherwise, it is an aesthetic Korean and French -inspired coffee/bakery joint. I stopped by in here one day when I noticed they were having a Dairy Boy pop-up, complete with a DIY bouquet-making experience, Photo Booth area, and clothing/accessories to shop from while you enjoy your drink and pastry. I ordered their tiramisu latte which I asked for with half syrup as I noticed from other reviews that their drinks may be on the sweeter side. It was tasty, but I did find a random piece of rope/floss in my drink which was gross :( Not all the pastries, while cute, looked very fresh, so I didn't try any of the food here. If I do though, I would be open to one of the refrigerated ones. There's lots of seating which is great for studying or hanging out with friends/family. Service was quick - I got my drink in about 5 minutes. read more
We went on a weekday so it wasn't super crowded. The array of desserts was impressive. I had the sesame latte and my husband had the tiramisu latte. Both were delicious and not super sweet which we appreciated. Would definitely return. read more
Ondo is such a treat! The pastries were beautiful and delicious, especially the filled donut and the custard croissant. Everything tasted fresh and not overly sweet. The shop has a clean, modern vibe and a great selection. Can't wait to come back! read more
1 year ago
I did not taste the food. Not sure how the service was because I did not talk to anyone. I Walked in but did not make a purchase. I smelled strong cleaning solution that I could. It tolerate. Perhaps I will go back and try again one day. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
The tiramisu latte is my favorite drink to order here! The mascarpone cream in the croissant was so rich and the space is pretty clean! It can get crowded at times but generally I never found difficulty with seating. read more
4 months ago
I went here two days in a row, it was THAT good. I've tried the chocolate and strawberry New York roll, the egg salad roll, an egg tart, and a tiramisu croissant with a friend. The chocolate New York Roll was definitely the prize winner but everything was good. The tiramisu croissant needed more coffee flavor in my opinion snd I didn't love the egg tart (but I believe it was made well; it was my first time trying it, I just don't think it's my thing). The baristas and workers were so kind and I really enjoyed talking with them a little. The ambiance was weirdly perfect. For example, there were plenty of people there talking and enjoying themselves but it was still quiet snd muffled enough to study if you needed too. I love the layout of the building and I definitely will be back plenty this summer. read more
4 months ago
I chose Yuzu cheese mousse. It was too sweet and a lack of Yuzu taste. Over priced! Cafe ambiance is nice and clean looking. Latte is ok but too foamy. Not sure other dessert qualities though but I can guess. read more
Unique, cute, & aesthetic Korean bakery. I was overwhelmed by the assortment of croissants, breads, buns, cakes, and tarts. Ended up with only 1 savory croissant which I asked to be heated up because it looks like it's been set out for some time. It turned out tasting pretty good. Slight kick from I'm guessing spicy mayo. I wish the display info contained a description of what everything is. I saw a sign for Croongy and nothing to go off of. Google didn't give me answers either. The tarts looked amazing, the cakes looked beautiful, & their squarish rolled croissants looked out of this world (not pictured). read more
The busiest bakery I have ever seen and now I know why! The desserts are phenomenal they have both sweet and savory options. The options are very esthetic as well. Lattes are delicious. Service was fast and friendly. Lots of college students go here to study and catch up with friends so it is a bit loud. Cannot wait to go back and try other things on the menu. read more
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