We were visiting downtown Midland and the Tridge when we came upon Iron Dame. A…read moreFrench-European-style bakery in a small city? Not something that you see too often so we decided to stop by to take a look. It was within an hour of them closing and unfortunately many of the pastries were already sold out. Still, they had a couple of croissants that looked absolutely delicious and we couldn't resist picking some up. In addition to pastries, they also sell coffee and, interestingly enough, milk tea and boba (popping type only I think). I can easily imagine sitting outside, sipping on a drink and nibbling on a pastry. Raspberry Vol au Vent ($5) - Woah, just look at those layers on this pastry. So well defined with crisp, buttery puff pastry layers that are easy to pull apart. This one is filled with a raspberry jam and adorned with a single fresh raspberry in the center. They don't skimp on the jam here - it's absolutely loaded up. The jam is tangy, sweet, and delicious. It's filled with fresh and crunchy raspberry seeds and a brightness that is welcome. (5/5) Bacon & Havarti Croissant ($6) - Other places might put a single thin slice of bacon and cheese inside - Iron Dame fills it chock full with meat and cheese. Salty, savory, umami, everything you could want from a savory croissant. Since there's so much filling, it compresses the croissant dough along the edges making it chewier and more bready, yet still retaining a bit of flakiness. (5/5) Pain Au Chocolat ($5) - The lamination on this pastry isn't nearly as good - the layers are on the thicker side with smaller air bubbles. Definitely more bready than flaky. I'm not sure what happened to this pastry - the pictures on their website shows very well defined layers but this one was anything but. Two batons of chocolate are inserted inside, giving sweetness and richness. I wasn't able to eat this until the following day - since I couldn't eat it fresh, I won't include it in my overall rating. This particular pastry is something around a 3/5 though. It looks like they don't have a set menu (at least not what I can see from their website), so I would definitely drop by with an open mind to see what they are offering that day! I would come here again if I lived in Midland or if I was in the area. Yum! Bathrooms - Single unisex room. Overall rating of the food this visit: 5/5

The chocolate croissant was delicious! Lots of other treats that we'll have to sample another dayread more

I'm a cupcake hound. And I consider myself a cupcake connoisseur. We stepped in Sugarhigh Bakery…read moreand I knew just by looking at the offerings in the case, it was to my standards. The cupcakes are beautiful in appearance and quality in taste. My family sampled quite a few (cuz we don't play small) and our favs were the raspberry white chocolate and the butterbeer. But all their flavors are worth trying if you need to satisfy your sweet tooth! Yum. Don't forget to pick up a treat for your pup while you're in there too! They have an elaborate selection of goodies for canines.

Wow. This bakery really delivered on what I asked for. Ordering was easy and they had it ready and…read morepackaged on time. The cake was stunning and awesome quality. I was proud to serve this to guests. The girls taking our order were very nice. Thank you.

My goodness too many DELICIOUS treats and goodies in one place! It was so hard to not go overboard!…read moreService was great and staff is very helpful. Area is clean and well stocked with all kinds of items including baked goods, teas, noodles and a variety of other items to satisfy any palate!

Despite our substantial lunches, we were still tempted by the baked offerings at Zehnder's Bakery…read more The selection is huge, so we first lapped the store before making any final selections. We were greeted with different loaves of bread, sliced and bagged; I had eyes only for Stollen bread. Other baked goods, seasonings, jams, salad dressings, and more were there. My friend and I both ended up at the bakery case, where we picked out some treats. I ended up with cherry and apple fritters and a pineapple hand pie. The fritters were okay; I had one at the end of the day and thought it was a bit stale. The pastry for the hand pie was a bit more like shortbread than pie dough so not to my taste. However, the staff at the bakery counter were friendly and helpful. The place was buzzing but they worked quickly to accommodate all of us, even the undecided.

The best donuts in Saginaw county...and maybe the whole state of Michigan? They're big, they're…read morefluffy, they're sweet. They've got all kinds of other baked goods, rolls, cinnamon bread, buns, cookies... Stop in and pick up a box and make some friends at work.

Super friendly and family-owned for 53 years.Delicious bread, buns, and as good of a donut as there…read moreis ANYWHERE. Who knew some donuts can be this much better? The classic look inside reminds me of the best neighborhood bakeries in the country. Some things should be left the way they are. The exterior, though, doesn't reflect the quality within. Get over it. This place is worth a stop.

I rode my motorcycle 40 minutes to check out Max's Donut Shop after seeing their mouthwatering…read morephotos online. I pictured myself sitting at a counter with a hot cup of coffee and a fresh donut. Unfortunately, the reality didn't match the photos. The shop itself is a bit dingy and dim, and the counter shown in pictures was blocked with boxes and plastic--no place to sit. I arrived before 11 AM on a Friday and the selection was already pretty picked over. The one worker got swamped when a crowd came in, and the tight space made the whole experience feel rushed. I ordered two donuts (cheap, which was nice), but they were tossed in a bag together with no divider, so the frosting stuck together which made it a pain to get them out of the bag to eat. No napkins were given. Fortunately, I remembered to ask for some. One donut was chocolate with sprinkles, the other had buttercream filling with white frosting. Both were decent, nothing amazing. I tried to sit outside, but the chairs were old and dirty. They looked liked they came from an old elementary school. To top it off, someone came up trying to sell me a "$600" motorcycle helmet for $100. I decided to make a quick exit. If I lived nearby, I might grab a dozen to-go, but it's not worth a special trip. Just average overall.

Donuts are great.... when they are open. Today is the 4th time I have driven all the way over there…read moreonly to find " sorry we closed". Each time was during posted business hours. Never again.

The most amazing hidden gem in Saginaw! All of their menu items are fantastic, homemade recipes and…read moremade with love. The brunch is top notch... personal favorites are the avocado toast and Egg Benedict's. Their service is always 10/10 even being a counter service restaurant. The ambiance is chill and cozy with tables and couches, board games and a small gift shop it's perfect for families or a sweet date night (bonus - there's a bar inside for an amazing cocktail to go with your meal).

Nice sandwich/lunch spot! Inside was much bigger than expected and also outdoor seating. Order at…read morethe counter and they bring to you. The Caesar wrap is one of the best we've tried. Potato salad was delicious. Also tried the Grilled Cheeser and cheeseburger soup. Both were just what I needed on a rainy dreary day.

I ordered the yummiest blueberry boba milk tea here. The first sip was a little bit of a shock to…read moremy system, but after that it was like a drug and I could not stop drinking it. The only criticism I have for this location is that they only offer one size drink, and it's not nearly big enough. Please offer multiple sizes! We were told it was a 45-minute wait for pastys and we just couldn't wait that long, so maybe also having the hot food ready would be a good idea. Still, the milk, tea and boba was amazing and I meant to come back by on our way out and try some more flavors but I got distracted. I would definitely return here and recommend you try one of their many great flavors of boba drinks.

Such a cute little store in downtown frankenmuth! The service was quick and the staff was very…read morefriendly. Although it was super busy when we arrived, we were able to place our order quickly and our tea came out in a timely matter. Really enjoyed the ambiance and the wide variety of boba flavors. I ordered the milk tea boba and it was pretty decent, however, the bobas were super attached to each other and it was definitely difficult to drink them through the straw. The tea was also a bit too watery for my taste, but I plan to try different flavors next time I'm in the area!

While I haven't visited, I've had the opportunity to try a Raspberry Lemon cinnamon roll purchased…read moreat Nino Salvaggio. And it was amazing. Not too sweet. The perfect balance of flavors. I traditionally don't care for buttercream. But Cinnamom definitely has it figured out. The result: A dance party in your mouth! Definitely can't wait to try other flavors.

Holy moly. If you are in need of a sweet treat, this is your spot! My friend brought me this…read moreperfectly sinful cinnamon roll that was puffy and slightly crisp on the outside and HUGE! They have countless flavor combinations which all sounded amazing, but the caramel pecan was insanely good and I ate it all in one sitting- no shame! The frosting was absolutely delightful and melted wonderfully when I heated it up for a few minutes. My friend put it in the freezer over the weekend and it was perfect after thawing for 15 minutes. I would love to take a trip to their shop!

Absolutely beautiful cookies, like little pieces of artwork! And packaged so nicely! Chefs kiss @…read moreFlourish Bakery!!

From the owner: Custom decorated sugar cookies creations that taste amazing!read more

This is one of those Jewels! off the beaten path kinda cafe.. The food is amazing the portions are…read morehuge and pricing i think is a little low for the quality and size you get. The owner is passionate about what she does.. Everything is hand made from bread, muffins, to sandwiches and all things in-between sourced directly from local farmers. which we all know the better the ingredients better the food.. As a family ran business the owner focuses on quality of food and great service! The quaint, and quintessential "norman" like atmosphere, you get as you walk in. there is a smile and a heart-filled greeting waiting to making feel like home. I was taken back by everything it was an amazing experience! I know saying this about a restaurant is a little off. BUT I was having a bit of a bad day driving back home to Indiana, like a 5 hr drive.. And I got hungry seeing a sign out front and sick of fast food I stopped for a bite. As I said before, they greeted me with a smile and a warm hello.. Giving me a tall glass of lemonade started making my bad day better.. The food I ordered was outstanding. Fresh veggies and homemade hamburger seasoned just perfect. "With homemade battered mushrooms" Was truly a great experience.. I could not ask for anything more.. This is a must stop or even worth the drive to get to it! Made me feel like I was at the family's house I do like! "LMAO"

If you blink you'll miss it, so keep your eyes open for this amazing mom and pop bakery that will…read morefill your belly's for an entire day! The portions are like being fed by a southern grandma! And the quality of food is the same. Will not be disappointed! We stop every year that we travel for hunting and look forward to it. Not a fancy place, but the focus is on quality and connecting to their customers. And can I recommend the breakfast, wow!!!!