Everything about this place is so good!! It's such a cute little store and I've gone every single…read moreday of my trip. They have so many options for bread and pastries and sandwiches and everything I've tried is insanely good, particularly their baguettes and chocolate croissants. The staff is so kind and welcoming and I can't recommend this place enough!

Items Selected: Gateau Basque…read moreWinter Fruit Clafoutis Financier Butter Croissant Canele Madeline Apple Tart Located not far from a culinary arts center as well as several stores selling artisan goods both edible and not, those unaware of Bordeaux's bakeries may pass right by the bright red building housing La Fabrique Pains et Bricoles, but for those fortunate enough to enter inside the aroma of burning wood and yeast is but the first of many rewards, the quality of each item tasted setting a standard unrivaled by anywhere else in the city. Focused on old-world technique, the selection of breads varying by day along with a collection of pastries and viennoiserie, it was largely a matter of planning and favorable traffic that saw me arrive just after doors opened at 8am on Monday when bakers were still present, and with most options still warm the question of how much to order was largely that of preferences alongside those of capacity. Undoubtedly a place where anything but a "one of each" order will see desirable items left behind, the prices shockingly low with a total bill of just €10.45 for seven selections akin to robbing the place, it was in a chilly Place Camille Jullian that I sat to partake, first bites of the airy croissant awash with butter as golden flakes fluttered away in the stiff breeze. Taking a unique approach to presentation, the apple 'tart' a delicate finger of stewed fruit between layers of buttery cake with a toothsome texture while the financier was a smooth orb dusted with powdered sugar atop rich nutty notes, those fancying clafoutis should make an early morning visit to La Fabrique Pains et Bricoles a top priority, the version offered in late November a creamy masterpiece with raw sections of citrus and stonefruit on top and cooked bits at the still steaming center. Turning to classics at the end, a Madeline with light lemon as good as any straight from the pan, it should seem obvious that when in Bordeaux the canele is nothing short of mandatory, this version as good as any found outside the restaurant setting while the flawless Gateau Basque was a hearty way to finish, the double layered shell rich with almond flour around a pastry cream center.

so many locations close by to the opera house, similarly competitive with la toque. (but try…read morecassonade) vanilla and classic with spongy inside and outside chew but not crisp

Je n'ai jamais eu l'occasion de déguster des canelés d'une qualité aussi médiocre et décevante que…read moreceux que l'on m'a servis.

From the owner: Le paradis des macarons Cette boutique, dans la rue des Remparts a ouvert ses portes en septembre…read more2007. Elle est entièrement dédiée aux macarons, spécialité de Nancy revisitée ensuite par un pâtissier parisien au début du siècle dernier. M le macaron propose les parfums les plus classiques : citron, chocolat, menthe, vanille, cannelle mais aussi les plus insolites : fraise tagada, huile d'olive vanille, violette, fleur d'orange... A déguster sans modération.

I had a mini quiche and a coco late brioche for a lunch…read more They didn't seem to have much of a system when it comes to queue management. I saw some instances where someone who came in later got served first. (I didn't mind it because I had to go in all the way to the back of the shop to see what savoury sandwiches they had before deciding.)

Went here with a group of friends last Sunday and I had a blueberry tartlette with a cappuccino and…read morethe tartlette was refreshing in the sense that it was nice to have compote in it as opposed to just bread. The cappuccino was average. I really wish they had a bigger drink menu but service was good and overall a nice, clean café!

Lucky for us, this boulangerie was just a 2-minute walk from our AirBnB during our recent stay in…read moreBordeaux. Located right next to the Saint Michel cathedral, it faces the open square and is surrounded by several other cute restaurants and shops. There is no seating inside, but there is plenty of seating in the square. It's a popular spot so there is usually a line, but the lines moves quickly. Of course, order your daily baguette here (we did!). But in addition to their fresh baked breads, they also offer some pastries such as classic French croissants, cannelés, madeleines, and more. I found their prices to be extremely reasonable compared to other boulangeries in the area (we did our own boulangerie crawl), and the service was fast and friendly.

We visited this bakery twice in a day and it was busy both times…read more Get the caneles. These little guys are delicious. The taste and texture is kind of like a chewy Madeline. But they are even tastier. Apparently they have custard and rum inside but I couldn't taste either. Price is pretty reasonable at 6 for 6.5 Pain au chocolat was also fairly good.

This review is just for the canele. There are a couple of local chains that focus on caneles , but…read moreI had read hat David Capy had one with a nicer outer shell. At €1.90 each, they're not cheap, but this was the best one I've had in Bordeaux. The outside has a nice caramelized crust, the inside is still moist by not too dense, and it's not overly sweet. They have other things in the shop like nice chocolates, chocolate bars, desserts, madelines, sables, etc. I would definitely recommend this place for a canele in Bordeaux.

Very cute bakery. Most of the bread is organic and looked absolutely delicious. The sandwich bought…read morewasn't great, but they have a bunch of choice and it's definitely a good bakery where locals go to buy their daily bread. Would definitely recommend and go back. The boulangère is very nice too!

A very understated, traditional style bakery on busy Cours Portal in the Chartrons quartier of…read moreBordeaux, offering an array of freshly baked breads. You'll find the "traditional" baguette (my favorite) still warm, displayed amongst a variety of baguettes and freshly baked breads. The breakfast pastries (as we Americans like to call them) are divine. Simple, delicious and always fresh. The "pain aux raisin" is a favorite along with the traditional croissant and the heavenly almond croissant. Get there early and you'll see all the fixin's for the sandwiches freshly prepared and waiting for your selection. I've never indulged in their dessert style pastries though they too look inviting. I'm too busy shoving bite size pieces of warm baguette into my mouth to give it more thought. Lucky me, this little jewel is located just at the end of my street! I've experienced warm baguettes at all times of the day. You will not be disappointed if you pop into Le Pain d'Elise!

Absolute best chocolate chip cookies I have ever had! Great sandwich. Kind staff - English spoken…read more RECCOMEND!

From the owner: Salon de thé, snacking, cours de cuisine, brunch, privatisationread more

Hands down the best cream puffs I've ever had!!! They were extremely light and fluffy. The cream…read morewas perfection. It wasn't overly sweet. It was perfect!!!! You MUST visit this place if you are in Bordeaux! And! They have one in Paris as well!!

I brought my friend for a stroll on a beautiful day with all intent to end up here and then acted…read moresurprised to find it! Read their history first and then slowly take it all in when you arrive- it doesn't matter which flavor you choose: all are exceptional! A perfect stop for visitors because your home probably has nothing like it