I had a delicious cherry croissant and clam chowder bread bowl at this cafe. My boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed the free hot coffee they had at this location! The cherry croissant was perfectly buttery and flaky, with the acidity of the cherry adding just the right kick to this breakfast pastry. I was initially hesitant on getting the clam chowder at a bakery and was thinking of getting it at a seafood restaurant on Cannery Row, but the reviews were glowing and the price was reasonable. I'm glad I took a chance on it, because the bowl was chockful with clams, potatoes, celery, and a briny creamy seafood broth base. The ambiance in this bakery is great- there's a beautiful wall mural on the back wall of this bakery and lots of inside seating. Don't miss out on this spot! read more

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This was my fav French bakery and was very popular spot abt 20 years ago. I remember their fresh sandwiches, almond croissant-super popular, and chocolate cake! Recent visit to Monterey, I went to have my fav but wow.. all the pastries were flat. They were not risen they all looked cheap, pretending to be french pastries... and chocolate cake and the rest did not look french at all. In good french bakery will never advertise $30 for 5 pastries. We ordered cappuccino and cafe a'laite . Worst ever. Bitter and tasted cheap cheap coffee. This is not french bakery/patisserie it was once. I doubt that it is under the same ownership. So very disappointing. read more

First off, I must say the servers at this Paris Bakery Cafe location were exceedingly kind, and what was going to be a quick coffee turned into the perfect brunch to start our day. While "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" was playing gently in the background, even my 4-year old daughter had an opinion, "The Bakery's cute, Mom!" I definitely enjoyed my coffee and ham & egg croissant, and I was too eager to eat it to take a better picture... My son got a BLT and wifey went with a salad - they were all solid choices, and everything felt fresh, healthy, and delicious. I wish I had a bakery like this closer to home! read more

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Wow what happend to the Paris Bakery Cafe? I recently visited to get some dessert for having with coffee and the items weren't fresh. They were obviously several days old and stale. The customer service was also not very good and the business just no longer has the charm it use to have. Also it didn't seem very clean. For many years the Paris Bakery was a good place for bread and dessert but sadly not anymore. Was also informed the business was sold and the bakery is now a Mexican bakery. read more

I grew up in Monterey and have returned often to visit family. This bakery used to be a must-visit, but never again. The pastries were at least a day old, and the buttery flaky delights were absent. The place is stripped of character too. They will survive for a while on their past excellence, but unless there is a public confession, new staffing, and a return to traditional techniques, it will not succeed. So sad... read more

Amazing we definitely will be going back- last year we went to seaside location- today we went to the Monterey location. Everything from pastries sweet & savory sandwiches, cookies, cakes & bread- chocolate crescents ask for them to be heated up. So much chocolate & wonderful pasty. read more

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One of my favorite bakeries in Monterey, my mom and I love to come here and now I come with my husband! I am a fruit tart gal and I think they have the best tarts, fruit is so fresh and sweet and their coffee is nice and smooth! I love it but it's a tiny bit expensive fyi - totally worth it! Staff is nice and helpful, the owner or I think is the manager is super sweet! Love it! read more

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Cinnamon Twist: A bit dry and overly flaky. I was hoping for a stronger cinnamon flavor. My least favorite one. 5/10 Ham and Cheese Croissant: It was alright, but felt a bit flat. Probably would've been better warmed up. 6/10 Cheese Danish: I loved how generous they were with the cream cheese, every bite had plenty! Definitely a highlight. 7.5/10 Almond Croissant: One of my favorites! The white chocolate drizzle added a nice touch of sweetness that paired well with the almond. I really liked this one. 8.5/10 Chocolate Croissant: The chocolate had a slightly chalky texture, which threw it off a bit. Still decent overall. 7/10 Croissant Sandwich: Felt a bit flat and overpriced. Nothing standout just your average basic sandwich. 7/10 read more

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Good bakery with lots of different croissants, cinnamon rolls, scones, cakes, cookies, sandwiches, coffee drinks & teas to choose from. Conveniently close to Monterey's downtown Alvarado Street. We had breakfast here and were impressed by the wide variety of beautiful baked goods in their showcase. We enjoyed the strawberry almond croissant and blueberry scone. They were both delicious and a good size. I had drip coffee and they allow free refills which is nice. The coffee is a little on the weak side for me but I usually like really strong coffee. They give really big mugs for hot tea which is really nice. Pleasant place with nice sunlight in this corner location. read more

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This was our first and last time going since it has changed ownership. The service was nice enough. As you can see from the pictures, there is little to know filling in the pastries. The flavor was okay but the price is not worth it. The size doesn't make up for not having anything in it. My scone had one or two raspberries if that. The jalapeño croissant was sad and barely had any cheese. This is a very sad excuse for what it used to be. I was hoping it wouldn't have changed this much. I should've known when I saw the display case 1/3 of the size. I figured we could try but we were VERY disappointed. Everything else looks the same inside but it's nowhere close to the quality and flavor it used to be. read more

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This is one of our favorite stops when we are visiting Monterey. It is a nice walk when we are staying near Cannery Row. This cafe is off the beaten path, located 2 blocks away from the main Alvarado Street that gets more foot traffic. There has never been a problem getting a table to eat there, but then, we tend to stop by just after the lunch rush. It can get warm when the heat form the sun comes through the windows with southern exposure. Seating in the main area is wheelchair accessible through their main corner entrance. There are a few steps going up to the back seating area ; it's technically wheelchair accessible since the cafe has another street entrance back there, however it would require you to place your order in the lower main section of the cafe, then go outside the main door and come back in through the back door. They also have a couple of tables set up outside. There's also a restroom at the cafe, which is convenient for washing hands after eating sandwiches. There are 2 sides to the cafe, a bakery side and a lunch/sandwich/salad side. They have a good variety of sandwiches, a few salads and soup. Ask them what the Soup of the Day is. My daughter loved their Tortilla Soup, but we haven't seen it there during the last few visits. Perhaps it's just bad timing that they don't have it on the days we visit. We noticed that the prices have gone up since our last visit the year before. During our latest visit, we ordered the Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich ($13), warmed, which was delicious. The BLT Sandwich ($13), also warmed, and pretty tasty. The Veggie Delight ($13) was a bit lacking, and it used to have avocado in it. Note : There is an extra "Delivery Fee" charged when you order at the cafe and dine in (see photo of receipt) . Maybe you should just order for delivery to receive the service you are automatically charged for? read more

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We happened to be walking downtown and passed this bakery. It was my husband's birthday so I popped in to see about getting him a little treat. There are a few small tables and seats outside so he waited with our pup while I checked it out. Even though it was a little later in the day the displays were mostly full. I'm not sure if that was a good thing or a bad thing. There were lots of pastries; danish, croissants, eclairs, but I saw a lavender cake I thought would be perfect! I also ended up getting a bread pudding us as well. That evening I presented him with the piece of cake but he took a bite and did not care for it. IlWe also tried the pudding but it was dock hard. We through the pudding out immediately but I tried to finish the cake however I was unable. It was far too dry and lacking flavor. To be fair, it was late in the evening by the time we got to our treats but they still should not have been that dry or stale. This is the only time I've been to this location and it will probably be the last so just know that this review is only based on one experience here. read more

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Service was excellent here for our first time visit. We got our order to go and ordered a variety of sandwiches, quiches, and baked goods. Inside there is a nice seating area. They had tables outside as well. At home we enjoyed the clam chowder and French onion soups. We only got a cup of each that were fairly small servings. I had some of both and preferred the chowder. Nice and creamy with chunks of potato and clams. The French onion was good but I did want more broth. The soups came with large French rolls. The sandwiches were good. The ratio of bread to filling is pretty high though. Our favorites were the croque monsieur and chicken focaccia. Hubby had the petit pain salami sandwich and liked it. Though he mentioned that he liked more filling in his sandwich, he said that the bread was very good so that he didn't mind this. Overall we had a nice lunch. read more

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Disappointing experience. The service was unfriendly, and the order took a long time to arrive. The coffee tasted bland, and the food was not fresh. The place also didn't feel very clean. I wouldn't recommend it. read more

Rosie is the best! We have been coming here for years (since I was a kid) and she has always been so good to my family and I! She keeps us coming back for not only the tasty pastries, but her warm attitude as well! Thank you Rosie! read more

I used to love this bakery. My husband and I went there for years. New owner a few yrs ago and it has gone downhill. and prices went way up...definitely not worth it! Americano coffee 6 bucks! come on!! pastries, sandwiches downhill...not the same...bye bye read more

Small, in Monterey, off Washington. Excellent Onion Soup and breads. Delicious cakes. The largest sweet rolls and reasonably priced. Bagels and egg sandwiches. A lot of locals eat here. In and outdoor seating. A picture of the Eiffel Tower is in the restroom. Service was excellent. Very cozy and I felt I was back in France. We will recommend the Paris Bakery who provide cakes to Rosene's Restaurant on Alcarado. read more

Gracias a Rocio! Her service was amazing! She was extremely patient with me as it was my first time there. I got the Almond croissant, Egg and Bacon Croissant, and a hot peppermint latte. I will be back for sure! The vibes here were relaxing and the music choice was 10/10! read more

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Fresh pastries and decent coffee. Sorry no photos but we were starving! Buy 5 for $30 and we did.

I used to frequent this spot ages ago with my gal pals & always had a tasty experience. On the search to satisfy a hankering for an almond croissant on a Saturday afternoon while visiting the area, we came here...only to find that their closing hour was at 2p & we got there a little after 3p. However, when we peeked through the glass, we saw there were people inside. The door was opened to us! They hadn't shut down the till yet, so we could still be served! The caveat was that they didn't have as many items available & some were in the back not on display. We got a couple of almond croissants & a slice of opera cake. The croissants were fabulous--yummy, flaky, buttery. The opera cake was flavorful, but too sweet for us. The bakery was still how I remembered it after all this time--a small narrow shop with a big case of goodies, some tables on 2 levels, & a big mural on the back wall. When we paid, our bag of croissants was accidentally dropped on the ground unapologetically, but with an assurance that they'd be fine. Customer service was sufficient & straightforward, & it was easy to give a pass on the lack of enthusiasm since I really appreciated the after hours service. They even let some other customers in after us. read more

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Service was very nice. Quality of baked goods was average. Lots of seating, but no power outlets to study. read more

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Great place for a coffee and light breakfast or pastry! The croissant sandwich and pomme chocolat are so good, very flaky pastry and crispy bacon. Absolutely some of the best I've had outside of paris itself! The iced sea salt caramel coffee is really good as well. Staff is friendly and service was quick. read more

Yes... it's trendy, always has a big selection, decent prices, great location No... dull flavors, too much powered sugar, too much icing, too much sugar (overall) to flavorless pastries; sloppy design; upgrades to bakery include TV & less selection, unfriendly staff, not enough staff Upgrades needed... deep clean of floors, walls, tables, chairs, bathroom The food is no longer 'Parisian', so opt for a bakery on Alvarado Street for a better experience. read more

This place makes AMAZINGLY delicious desserts and bread! Lemon tarts are my favorite and this time I was able to try a white chocolate strawberry tart... it was delicious!! Tabitha is a sweetheart and very helpful! Look forward to this bakery every time I visit Monterey! read more

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Wow, just wow. After one week from the last time I was here to get two coffees, I went to back today to get two coffees again. To my surprise, the cost went up two bucks. WTF? Then I'm told that to drink our coffees in the dining area at this place I would be charged a dollar fee! Excuse me? A dollar FEE!? I was looking for a camera because I thought I was being punked, but I wasn't. THIS PLACE SUCKS the big ciabatta. read more

The food was good but the prices were unreal. Items that in a neighborhood boulangerie outside of Paris would be a buck or two, were $6 or $7 here. The place was beautiful and the service was workable. But the prices were out of control. read more

Sad to say that Paris Bakery is on a downward trajectory. The last two times I came here with my family, the espresso machine was not working. The quiches have not tasted as crispy as they have in the past either -- more doughy texture. The shop's interior has never looked better but the food and drink have not been the same since the new owners took over. For the prices they charge, it's really not worth the money. read more

This place is not what it pretends to be. Yes, they have baked goods, but thats the only resemblance to a French bakery. I got a boulder for about$12. Not even a pound of bread. It's just like wonder bread reformed into a ball. No flavor. The croissants probably failed to rise that day. All the dough was flat and lifeless. I love a good French bakery, this is not one of them. read more

Fresh is best, don't be afraid to call and ask if and when your preferred pastry will come out (note, sometimes they're stretched thin so show patience.) They keep an even pace and are happy to help above and beyond. If you're tired of jumbo overindulgent sandwiches in every chain deli, this is that nostalgic home snack you're looking for. A charming facade with great ambiance that resembles acclaimed bakery, Boulangerie Patisserie Beaumarchais. read more

Stopped here for a quick breakfast and it was really enjoyable. They actually had a line out the door of people waiting to order, but they got to everyone pretty quickly. They had some menu outside before you walk in and also some choices on the wall but I think because it was busy, I couldn't see everything they had in the case. I got the breakfast croissant with ham and it was decent with chopped up pieces of ham. I also got a regular coffee which was good and refillable. The desserts in the case looked amazing - definitely worth a visit. There is a decent selection of both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Such a fun array of treats. The ham and cheese croissant was phenomenal! We live in Sacramento and had to get one to take home with us. It was equally good the next day. The staff was friendly and efficient. read more

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I was passing through town and stopped in for a quick pick me up. This is a small bakery in downtown. It was pretty busy when we stopped in around midday. The inside had a few tables inside and a couple outside. There was a large counter top/ case with various pastries for sale. Standard bakery set up. The staff were pleasant but a little disorganized. Didn't help the staff that was really not line up direction, just kinda mass of patrons. Need a little more structure to help the staff address customers. We were handled off but then the original person needed to come back and finish with us. I tried the apple turnover, blueberry scone, and almond croissant. Turnover was tasty but could use more filling. Blueberry scone was not dry (thankfully), excellent. The almond croissant was felt more like a Danish than croissant but good almond filling. All in all solid. We did not get any drinks. We got 5 pastries so we got a discount, 5 for $30. Feels steep but OK in this economy. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and what I tried. I would stop in here again when I am driving through. read more

Their pastries are SOOOO good!! My friends I ordered iced lattes and they were.. ok. Very milky tasting and didn't taste like the flavors we ordered. I would not order an iced coffee there again. The two women who worked there were the sweetest. One of the other employees was quite rude and seemed to roll his eyes when he had to remake a drink of ours because it spilled. The cafe itself was so clean & had great vibes. Again, great 10/10 pastries though! Maybe the hot coffee tastes better, or ask for extra flavoring syrup. read more

I love stopping here when I'm in town! They always have such delicious pastries muffins croissants you name it they have it. They have a really good selection of savory and sweet and they also make really good. Breakfast sandwiches. It's a pretty small place so there's not a lot of places to sit inside and outside but as long as you don't go too late, they have a wide selection of delicious foods. everyone there is always so nice and very patient when I have substitutions as I don't eat cheese and often have to substitute things in my sandwiches or if I have questions about what ingredients are in some of the pastries everyone is so nice and helpful here this is my go to spot for pastries and sandwiches whenever I am in town! read more

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Great French Pastries. Had tasty chocolate almond bread budding, pain au chocolate, and a lemon cranberry scone that crumbled like the Vikings in a playoff game. read more

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Thank you Iris at Paris Bakery. I had a delicious cherry pie and she heated it up for me. The latte was genuinely delightful as well. I'll be back every time I'm visiting Monterey, CA! read more

This USED to be one of the greatest treasures in Monterey...an AUTHENTIC French bakery/restaurant; but is now under new ownership and the quality and high standards are gone. It breaks my heart! I dined there two weeks ago and tried to order my standard Nicoise salad and small pastry. They no longer carry the salad so I order Cobb. It was Ok, but is no longer served with a fresh French roll and butter, and my pastry tasted old and stale. My tea latte was so sugary it had to be remade. read more

One of my favorite bakeries in Monterey! The have an array of pastries, cakes, desserts and other breakfast foods. My personal favorites are the strawberry almond croissant, the cinnamon twist, and the quiche lorraine. The workers were nice and food came out quickly. The atmosphere of this place is very cute and cozy. read more

I spent $53.47 here for two drinks and five pastries which seemed really steep. Although, we had to stop eating because as we were sitting, we looked at the windowsill and there was Rat poop in the window on the inside. We're not from Monterey so we knew nothing about this place. This was our first time, but definitely wanted to warn other people who are from out of town to skip this place. read more

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The selection of pastries and Specialty desserts was amazing! The staff were all very pleasant and helpful- and we were there right when they opened. Cute smaller place on the corner- felt 'Parisian'! I noticed they had outdoor seating as well. My husband and I each had a slice of quiche for breakfast, and a cup of their super smooth coffee! Yum. We took home an assortment of croissants and had a hard time choosing since everything looked delicious - and as it turned out- every one of them was!!! read more