finally stopped by paris sweet patisserie after passing it so many times on westheimer, and i'm so…read moreglad i did! the space is small but charming, with a beautiful display of fresh pastries. the service was warm and attentive the staff kindly helped my partner and i choose our items, which made the experience even better. we ordered the smoked salmon and ham sandwiches, both served on freshly baked baguettes that were crisp on the outside and soft inside. i also tried the almond croissant, which was perfectly balanced and not overly sweet, and the chocolate croissant, which was warm and flaky. overall, a lovely café with great quality and inviting service. i'll definitely be returning to try the crepes and pick up some pastries to go.

This year another flavor just fits for any Pandan coconut mousse.I haven't found a better place…read morethan here to compare but truly a gem to give another flavor flav of loving this creamy cake I skipped 85, Paris b, la Madeline, Tous Le j. 6png, went here to support hole in the wall bakery that has 1 store out of SW area just to support but also I enjoy the French style themed mini bakery. By the time I came almost 1 pm there were only few macaroons and some few sweet filling croissants so that tells you almost most items have been sold out.

10/10 amazing Viet desserts if you're in the area. Caution, most (if not every) item is labeled in…read moreVietnamese, so have your Google ready (like I did) when you get there. They have an assortment of desserts, pre-made Viet food, coffee, and banh mis you can order-- all freshly made or pre-packaged the day before. I went on a Sunday, maybe a mistake, but it was supppperrrrr packed with a long line inside. A bit chaotic, but it's worth it to me. I got the che dau trang (sticky rice, black eyed peas, coconut milk). Spectacular!! I asked for the coconut milk at the cashier since they don't have it out with the rest of the desserts. I also ordered a Che Hue (an assortment of jellys, sweeten beans, and shaved ice, condensed milk, and peanuts on top). They pack it with seran wrap so you can transport it easily if you're not eating it immediately.

Housemade Vietnamese desserts galore! Most of their items…read moreare made-in-house, with a few exceptions. Some of the items on the elongated middle table are not made in-house. They have a ton of vegetarian-friendly desserts. Additionally, they offer both soy milk and pennyworth by the half gallon. They also sell fresh banh cuon (steamed rice flour rolls). You can buy them by the pound, and they offer two types: one with minced meat and the other plain without meat. Oh and the sell banh mis as well. The lady behind the banh cuon counter is friendly and helpful, and so are the cashiers. However, don't expect the ladies behind the smoothie/fresh dessert counter to be as pleasant. I've been here a few times, and each time, they've been just as grumpy so I now skip that section. Note: The fresh stuff that they make daily like xoi (sticky rice) gets sold out quickly so it's best to arrive early, ideally before 3 p.m. to ensure there's some left. And they have a $10 minimum for credit card payment.

This is the type of establishment I would always support. Japanese-owned bakery who took over a…read moreprevious French bakery. You can see the perfections in everything they do. The bakery itself is simple and clean. Be respectful of the place and help clean up after yourself. Not one customer made a mess there. Everyone are respectful to the sweet owner. The drinks itself are simple, reasonably priced on the cheaper side. Not sweet at all so ask if you want it to be sweeten. Quality and perfect desserts. Just semi-sweet so if you have a crazy sweet tooth, this is not your bakery. Again, prices are extremely reasonable and I see lots of locals who enjoy coming here. Prices are actually on the lower side of what I see throughout Houston. Passionfruit tart was my favorite, if you need someone to tell you what to try.

This spot is truly a gem. I did not think I would be able to find a Japanese-owned, small…read morebusiness/pastry shop in Texas but we are lucky to have Chez Kobayashi Pastries in Houston! This store is tucked away in the corner of a strip mall so there is plenty of space for parking. The inside has a good number of seats and tables for customers to sit down and enjoy. There is also an area that has children's books- in both Japanese and English! I was thrilled to see some of the books that I grew up with. The glass display showcases a variety of different pastries and sweets. There is also a separate menu above for sandwiches, crepes, and quiches! I was indecisive so I asked the owner for recommendations and she chose the Mont Blanc and Total Raspberry Tart. Both pastries were perfect- the tart has a raspberry cream on the bottom and the fruit was fresh and naturally sweet. Not to mention, the crust was absolutely delicious. The Mont Blanc was just as tasty. The chestnut puree, Chantilly cream, and crust were all *chef's kiss* And the best part of it all is that the pastries were not too sweet (for those of you who are new to Asian pastries, they are meant to be lighter and not overly sweet)! While my friend and I were enjoying the pastries, I was able to have a brief conversation with the owner and she was incredibly welcoming and kind. Overall, I was thrilled to be able to finally try Chez Kobayashi Pastries and I can't wait to come back and try their savory dishes! ごちそうさまでした‍

I'm gonna start by saying that I'm pretty picky/particular about egg tarts. I've been meaning to…read moretry this place for a long time. I wanted to know if it lived up to its hype. We finally came around to checking it out and OMG YES. It absolutely is worth the hype. As a lover of egg tarts and someone who is also very particular about it - these have won my heart! I also heard great things about the mango mochi so we couldn't leave without those. Thankfully they still had some in stock. I heard they sell out quickly especially on weekends. Those also lived up to its hype. SO YUMMY! Tastes so fresh including the mangoes. My kiddo who LOVES mango anything loved them so much! My husband also got 2 savory pastries (I forgot what they were called and I forgot to take a picture) and those were yummy too. Perfectly flakey crust just like the egg tarts. We wanted to get sesame balls but they were sold out. Customer service was great. The guy that took our order was very nice. It was pretty busy but he moved through the line quickly. There's some seating inside if you want to eat there. Prices are very reasonable at $2 each for the mochi and egg tarts. The savory pastries were $3. It's located in a shared lot/area. Parking can be tight and limited on a busy weekend day but they have parking right out front for the Eck bakery customers. Also note that if you pay with card it's a 2.5% charge so cash is better if you have it. We didn't but we know now for future. We had a great experience here and will definitely be back. Next time we'll come earlier and get a bigger order and try their other offerings.

5-star rating but make sure you order the right things. This place does the flakey puff pastry part…read moreto perfection. It might not look great inside but that's when you know they focus on how the food taste, not wasting their energy on what the store looks like. Egg tarts 5/5 - must get especially when fresh and warm out of the oven, the eggy filling is sweet and soft but dangerously hot when too fresh so be careful, the flakey tart shell is soft but crispy at the edges helping to balance the jiggly egg filling. Pork puff pasty (cha siu sow) 5/5 - another must get, if sweets aren't your thing or you are craving something savory then this is for you, again the puff pastry so flakey and delicious, the pork filling wasn't very much but just enough to help accompany the soft yet crispy shell, the pork was soft and and just juicy enough to not be too overwhelmed with sauce but not dry either. Wife cookie (1/5) - skip this and don't waste your calories, the puff pastry again was lovely and flakey but I think they dropped the ball on the filling, it was a bit too goopy and thick for my liking, traditional wife cookies have candied wintermelon or some other firmer additives to give it more of a textual change but this one didn't have any of that and even the puff pastry couldn't balance it out, stick to the other 2 items instead. Tip: use cash to save on credit card fee (2.5% I think)

love that kamalan bakery offers such a wide range of both sweet and savory baked goods. the variety…read moreis impressive, and each item is massive. that said, their items are pretty mid; some breads taste too subtle, while others are a little overpowering - the black sesame taro bread had lots of taro inside and topped with sliced almonds, but i wish it leaned nuttier and earthier to really match the flavor pairing. it ended up tasting pretty bland - the mango cream cheese bread was soft and fluffy, but it didn't taste like mango at all...it didn't taste like anything? - the coconut milk butter bun was definitely our favorite. it had just the right amount of sweetness, a really tasty sugar crumble on top, and a filling that was perfectly coconuty and buttery - the tiger roll cake had a soft chiffon base with a smooth, beautiful tiger skin. the whipped cream was light and not too sweet, but there was barely any of it; the layer felt a little too thin - the green onion sausage bun was loaded with green onion, but the sausage itself was incredibly salty, and there wasn't enough cheese to balance it out overall, i really appreciate the variety and the generous size of their baked goods. the bread itself is solid and the filling to bread ratio is good, but the flavors could use a bit more balance and refinement

First time here and everything was legit. The bread and buns are super fresh and not overly sweet,…read morewhich I love. You can definitely tell they're baking everything in-house. Just a heads up that they have a credit card minimum. I only wanted a couple of things but had to grab a few more items to hit the limit. Not a huge deal because everything tastes great, but good to know before you get to the front of the line. Great quality and would recommend.

Hui lau Shanplace is my go-to spot every weekend. The quality and taste of their sago dishes are…read moresimply amazing. I highly recommend this place to anyone who loves sago and appreciates quality food.

I came here specifically from a review that said if you like mango, you should come here. So this…read moreis where I came. I feel like I was confused on what mango combination to get, but I landed on mango and coconut with the small balls sago. It was different than what we were used to with boba, but I really liked it. I can definitely see how refreshing this would be on a hot day in Texas. My drink was ready literally right when I paid. So their service is very quick! It's also very cute inside, and looks nice and clean. There's lots of different drink shops I want to try in chinatown, but this is one of the good ones!

This place has some of the most beautiful fruit pastries I've seen in a long time, it's crazy how…read morerealistic the designs look. You can immediately tell how much care and intention goes into the presentation . They almost seem too perfect to eat. The fruit pastries right at the start of the line instantly caught my eye, and they tasted even better than they looked. I've tried similar pastries at other bakeries, but these were by far the best in both flavor and quality. The fruit tasted fresh, the textures were just right, and nothing felt overly sweet or heavy. I attached a photo of the fruit pastries I chose because they were simply too aesthetically pleasing not to share. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to whenever I'm craving something both beautiful and delicious.

I've have always wanted to check this place out for two reasons. One is the hype that I had seen on…read moreinsta the second is I've got a serious sweet tooth and love anything sweet. The service is awesome, in the way they wait for you but also answers and help in choosing our dessert. Please check it out for your self, then you will fall in deep w the thin crusted fruit desserts they have to offer. It's worth the hype.

I needed a custom cake very last minute and was honestly stressed trying to find a place that could…read morepull it off in time. Le Duc Gourmet Bakery was the first bakery I walked into, and I'm so glad I did. The owner was incredibly sweet and took our order without hesitation. Not only did they get it done in time, but the cake turned out perfect. The design was exactly what I pictured clean, colorful, and super fun. We went with red velvet and cream cheese filling, and the outer layer was buttercream, which was a big plus. It tasted just as good as it looked. When we finally cut into it, I actually felt bad because it was so pretty!! Everyone was amazed by how good and cool it was. Definitely coming back here for future events.

I love this place! I've been coming here for over 20 years for their cakes. We got our wedding cake…read morefrom Duc two decades ago, and we still come back for all our special occasions!