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    Rene's Bakery

    4.5 (296 reviews)
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    Menu 6/25
    Katherine A.

    Possibly the best croissants that I've ever had, including France. I kid you not, these house made croissants are the flakiest, melt in your mouth, best! The locally owned shop is dang cute and tiny. You walk right into the kitchen and order off the bakers rack. The staff was friendly and helpful to us first timers. We picked up a savory ham and cheese croissant and one of their popular cinnamon rolls. The pastries are pricey but huge and shareable. The cinnamon roll melts in your mouth. The icing is light and addictive. There is a charming natural garden and patio with seating to sit, relax and eat outside. They also sell fresh assorted breads. Parking is limited in their tiny reserved lot. There were four spaces. If I lived closer, I'd be here every morning. It's that good.

    Dark chocolate pumpkin muffin

    DELICIOUS! Didn't get a chance to take a picture of my chocolate almond croissant before I inhaled it. My friend has been several times and swears by the double almond croissant. We also got the dark chocolate pumpkin muffin and it was amazing as well! Such a cute spot to get a pastry and the owner is so kind and helpful!

    Fatima G.

    If you haven't tried Rene's you haven't tried anything! Rene's is a good little bakery with only space to order takeout. Their croissants aren't the usual croissants, it's syrup flavor and croissant in a wholesome combination! Warm syrupy and delicious in every layer! Rene just was worth the hype! I ordered a brownie too which was chewy fudgy with the right amount of chocolatiness! Service is super quick if you go right after opening! Rene's serves a variety of fresh bread too and has a good menu ready for you to make a choice.

    Megan F.

    This is the place to be for pastries. We arrived on a Saturday morning and there was a long line of people waiting. The storefront is very small so only a couple customers can stand inside at a time. Overall, it was a bit overwhelming. I wish they had a menu posted outside that you could read while waiting, as it did take a while for us to get through the line. Once inside the display case was empty, and the employees ask what you'd like... and well you can't see anything and there was no menu. All the pastries we tried were delicious!

    Cinnamon roll.  Sorry half eaten!
    Mark S.

    Amazing baked goods fresh and aromatic! Just walking up you can feel like you're on the streets of Paris entering a shop. Awesome bread and breakfast options. Can't wait to slice the wheat after digging into the pumpkin muffin and frosted cinnamon roll. Awesome!

    Vanilla croissant
    Eric C.

    When I moved to Indy a little over a year ago, I was excited to try Rene's and never quite found a time in my schedule to visit before they closed. Now that they are open again, I have enjoyed several delicious visits and can definitely see what all the fuss is about. So far I've only tried the pastries, but every one was a beautifully laminated, perfectly flaky, wonderfully flavored treat. I've had their plain buttered croissants, blackberry danish, vanilla croissant, almond croissant, almond-filled pan au chocolat, and more, each with its own distinctly yummy flavors. My favorite so far is the vanilla croissant, since it has a much lighter sweetness. Everyone at the bakery is very friendly and kind, helping you pick out exactly what you're craving that day. The place is tiny, so only a couple groups are allowed in at once, which is also something I love since I often get to have short little chats with other pastry-goers. There is a real sense of community here and I love it!

    Olivia D.

    Small and cute bakery. I tried the butter croissant decent, though I prefer Amelia's. The wheat rolls were great, especially with butter. Quick, friendly service. Worth checking out!

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    Amazing French croissants , pumpkin bread, and flourless chocolate cake! Fresh, legit, decadent!

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    Best bakery in town. After Albert's passing, they have picked up the pieces, and are again at the top of the class.

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    Never any place to park. won't go back again. Why doesn't indy have more in the way of decent bakeries?

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    Cafe Babette - Twice Baked croissant - pistachio raspberry white chocolate ganache

    Cafe Babette

    4.4(115 reviews)
    10.0 mi•Downtown
    •$$$

    This amazing, quaint pastry shop serves up delicious, flaky pastries, sandwiches, drinks, and even…read moresome fun merch. The moment you walk in, your taste buds come alive from the mouthwatering aroma of fresh baked treats. You can truly tell each pastry is handcrafted with care. They are large and perfect for sharing. I tried the pretzel caramel breakfast roll, which was the perfect balance of salty and sweet, along with a twisted cinnamon roll that was rich and buttery.The Chicago-style croissant dog was another standout, it was a good twist on the traditional Chicago dog. If you're planning a visit, pack your patience,especially on a Saturday because th wait time can be a couple of hours but it's absolutely worth the wait. Thursdays and Fridays tend to be less hectic, though the selection may be a bit smaller. I'm so glad I stuck it out for the two-hour wait,it was completely worth it.

    I know they will be closing soon but I couldn't resist saying how AMAZING Cafe Babette is and how…read moremuch they will be missed. Went today and got some of the most life-changing pastries and cookies I've ever had and can't believe I won't be able to get them ever again! The owners will be missed - I wish them all the best. In the picture, you'll see: Top left: miso Thai tea caramel brown butter brownie TR: brown butter triple chocolate chip toffee Bottom left: morning coffee bun BR: crème brûlée croissant danish

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    Twice baked croissant with pistachio raspberry white chocolate ganache

    Cafe Babette - Creme brûlée cronut! The best!

    Creme brûlée cronut! The best!

    Cafe Babette - Cronut - creme brûlée and twice baked croissant pistachio raspberry white chocolate ganache.

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    Borage - Rave-worthy donut

    Borage

    4.4(225 reviews)
    8.3 mi
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    Wow!!! This is such a great spot in the Speedway area. My husband and I came for lunch. The…read morerestaurant has a cool vibe inside and is very unique. They had a seasonal menu and regular menu. Our waitress was so friendly and helpful. I ordered the date latte, iced and this was one of the best lattes I've had in the city. I ordered the fried green tomato sandwich and added bacon to make a delicious BLT. This was seriously one of the best sandwiches I've had. The flavors were so good, it had fresh veggies, the most delicious bread and sauce. They have a market side where you could run in and order from the pasty display, grab a latte or shop for some local grocery goods. I can't wait to come back!!

    Borage Market is such a cute space and a great concept, so I really wanted to like it more than I…read moredid. The market has a fun selection of local goods, and the whole space feels thoughtfully designed. Unfortunately, the food was disappointing. The breakfast sandwich came from a warmer, and the croissant had become soft and mushy. The egg was a firm, precooked square, and the bacon was limp. The pepper jam was delicious and easily the best part, but it could not make up for the lack of texture in the rest of the sandwich. The chocolate croissant looked beautiful and had plenty of visible layers, but it was surprisingly dense and breadlike rather than light and flaky. Our cold brew and matcha were both good, although the matcha did not have much flavor despite being freshly whisked. Service was also slow and strangely disengaged, which made ordering feel more awkward than it needed to be. There is a lot to like about the atmosphere and idea behind Borage, but the execution during this visit did not live up to the presentation. Definitely going to have to try a sit down brunch next time.

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    Long's Bakery - Goodies behind the counter.

    Long's Bakery

    4.6(805 reviews)
    6.7 mi
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    Still the best hands down! I was in haughville and wanted to grab a little smomething somewhere…read more.. then it hit me; Longs! I was hoping it would still be open around 230pm. Well they stay open till 10pm! Hooray! Most other donuts shops and bakeries close early afternoon, so just another reason Longs is 5 star. Small but efficient. People always friendly donuts always fresh and delicious. Fyi- Still cash only.

    I came for one free donut... and left with a box full of bad decisions…read more I'm originally from Connecticut and was driving through Indianapolis on my way back to Louisville when someone told me, "Don't leave Indianapolis without stopping at Long's Bakery." Whoever you are... thank you. You changed my life. The sweet woman behind the counter heard where I was from and handed me a complimentary glazed yeast donut. Let me tell you... WHEW! It wasn't even fresh out of the oven, and it still melted in my mouth. Light, soft, perfectly glazed... I knew right then I was in trouble. I ended up buying a box with blueberry cake, applesauce cake, cinnamon sugar, Bavarian cream, glazed yeast, and a few others. Everything was incredibly fresh, and at those prices, I had to double-check the menu because I thought I was reading it wrong! When I got back to my parents' house in Louisville, we warmed a few up for just a few seconds. Game over. They somehow tasted even better. My plan was to take some to church tomorrow to share... but judging by how fast they're disappearing, I may be testifying about them instead. Before I left, the woman smiled and said, "Make sure you come back when you're in town." Oh, I'll be back. I may even create reasons to drive through Indianapolis now. Long's Bakery doesn't need fancy displays or trendy flavors. They simply make outstanding donuts with friendly service and prices that make you wonder if they accidentally forgot inflation. 10/10. Worth every mile of the detour.

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    Long's Bakery - Such a beautiful sight to see this morning :-)

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    Such a beautiful sight to see this morning :-)

    Beurre Sec Pastry - Pecan Praline Tart this was delicious

    Beurre Sec Pastry

    4.8(9 reviews)
    7.1 mi•Mile Square

    I was able to get in line and get some pastries from Beurre Sec Pastry. These are French pastries…read morethat are even more beautiful in person than the pictures I've seen. Yes, these are quite a bit pricer that's for sure. People were buying one of everything in line. I was like wow! Some Items the combinations of flavors didn't appeal to me. I love tiramisu and pecan pie so I got them both. One suggestion I would have is to have utensils and napkins at the table for people to use. The pastries I bought are really temperature sensitive and need to be kept cold. Both had a cream - mousse inside. They wouldn't last long only a day or to the next. I loved the pecan item I ordered. It was great! The tiramisu one I wouldn't order again. The bottom flakey part was so bitter. I love coffee and expresso and tiramisu. But, the whole thing just wasn't what I thought it would taste like. Now I know. :-( Creamy, sweet, smooth, with a kick of coffee all come together to make a great tiramisu. This is what most people love about it. I don't know if they are planning on opening a store or not. The pop ups are doing well it seems. I will try other items whenever I can get to one of the pop ups.

    Had the pleasure of trying Beurre Sec at a recent pop-up event! I took a few friends so we could…read moretry more of the pastries and I'm so thankful I did -- the line was wrapped around the corner 30 minutes before the event had started, and when it did, people were spilling out with BOXES of pastries. What went from ordering 1 pastry each turned into 8 total.. and we regret nothing. The Tiramisu Danish was exactly as I had hoped for! The bitter taste of espresso paired with the sweet mascarpone cream filling reminded me of the holidays when I would watch my mom make tiramisu for our family. While a lot of people prefer a sweeter espresso, I thought this was perfect and very true to a traditional tiramisu taste The Pear Kouglof reminded me of a fresh yeast donut that's been tossed in sugar This was a very kid-friendly pastry in taste and while I wasn't too blown away by it, it did make me wonder if I would have preferred it with a stronger, more potent, fruit. The Cherry Basque Cheesecake -- this pastry was the house favorite. The texture of this cheesecake was creamy, but somehow still spongey.. cakey, but more like pudding. Mix that with the juiciest sour cherries and the crunch of a biscoff crust.. mind blown was an understatement. We're looking forward to what Beurre Sec has planned for their next pop-up

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    Beurre Sec Pastry - Tiramisu Danish it's pretty but this was so bitter.

    Tiramisu Danish it's pretty but this was so bitter.

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    Pots & Pans Pie Co. - Two thick slices of pie goodness.

    Pots & Pans Pie Co.

    4.6(307 reviews)
    2.1 mi•Meridian Kessler, SoBro
    •$$

    I understand that things are expensive everywhere right now and I will say that visiting Pots and…read morePans is typically a treat for me. I absolutely love the Root Beer float pie that they have for August for the fair. I made a point to stop before it went off of the menu until next year to grab a slice. My eyebrow raised a bit when a slice was $7.50 but brushed it off as it's a local business and given the economic state of the world. When I got home to dig in, I was astonished at how small the slice was. It does not even take up the whole box!! If you are going to charge $7.50 for a SLICE of pie, let it not be only a SLIVER!! At this price point, I expect a hefty piece of the pie. Absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable that this is the case.

    What a wonderful little find! The pies are absolutely beautiful and taste even better -- so good,…read morewe forgot to take a picture of the apple crumble pie we picked up! I especially loved seeing a simple, recognizable ingredient list without a laundry list of preservatives. You really can taste the difference. The packaging may be almost as charming as the pies, with messages for everything from "Happy Anniversary" and "Congratulations" to "I'm Sorry" and "Happy Thanksgiving." Their message is exactly right: any day can be pie day! Pots & Pans Pie Co. is the cutest little spot, and we're already planning to stop again the next time we travel through Indianapolis on our way to or from Kentucky. Definitely worth the stop!

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    Frankenpie!!

    Pots & Pans Pie Co. - Sugar Creme Brûlée Pie

    Sugar Creme Brûlée Pie

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