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    The Placid Baker

    4.5 (123 reviews)
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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Delightful!!!!
    Kylie M.

    I wish I lived closer to the Placid Baker, so I could go there for my bread every week. Everything I've had from here has been delicious, their bread loaves, chicken salad sandwich, fresh flavorful pizza, and, of course, their star item the almond croissant. There is often a line, but it moves quickly as the staff is very efficient. The seating area is tiny, but I've never not gotten a spot when I wanted one. Definitely a must if you are a bread/pastry lover!

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    Kevin Z.

    If I would own a bakery, I would die for the baker who makes that almond croissant. It was so not so sweet and crispy; I might dream about it tonight. This place isn't that big and I think they focus mainly on baking. I can tell they make pastry in the morning and bread later in the day. Ambiance is like a bakery factory and a decent place to sit. The biggest and probably the only thing that matters is the bakery part. We had the chocolate croissant and almond one. I might just come back to Troy for those. Short line and great service are a plus.

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    Anh N.

    My one sadness about Albany is that the pastry scene is virtually non-existent. WHERE AM I SUPPOSED TO GET MY CROISSANTS?! Luckily, The Placid Baker is here to save the day! I really like french pastries such as croissants and pan au raisin, and the ones here are buttery, light, and flaky. Pictured below is the morning bun, with the perfect amount of caramelized sugar to make the flaky exterior even more crispy. Thanks for helping me to get my pastry fix, you can't imagine how much of a better person I am once I get my carbs LOL.

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    Came here to get their sourdough bread and a baguette! The bread is very delish, paired with a charcuterie board or tin fish !

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    Best bakery in Troy... especially the Kouign-amann. I just wish they would bring back the sables!

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    Very good pastries and excellent bread. They don't make anything that is gluten-free. Prices are high.

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    3 years ago

    Hands down best baguettes around. Get to their booth early on Farmers Market days, or you will be out of luck.

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    Great bakery , fresh and delicious baked goods. Worth stopping by when you're in the area.

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    You won't be disappointed! Absolutely love this place. The staff is great is food is delicious.

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    Croissants as good as France! A great stop while in Troy. Staff is warm and welcoming.

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