Rocheli Pastisserie is a cool and very French East Austin bakery. I actually have seen this bakery…read moreon social media as its known for its real looking items such as strawberries and lemons. The pastries are artfully designed and finished. However, they are about $15 each, which a bit pricey for one baked good. Thus, I opted for the more reasonably priced ham and cheese croissant instead. Rocheli also sells macaroons, cakes and other baked goods. The croissant was buttery with sesame seeds and sea salt on top...unusual toppings for a croissant. While the croissant had cheese, it was not oily or dripping. My bakery cashier grabbed my croissant and heated for me and was very pleasant. The croissant was enjoyable to eat. While in the shop there were two ladies having pastries, so a very chill vibe.

I tried the pistachio and blueberry Trompe-l'œil fruit desserts. I've had similar desserts in San…read moreAntonio, Fort Worth, and Oklahoma City, so I have a good basis for comparison. While both desserts were beautifully presented, I felt they were overpriced for their size. Based on similar desserts I've enjoyed elsewhere, I think a more reasonable price would be around $9.99 for the blueberry and $12.99 for the pistachio. The pistachio dessert had a pleasant crunchy texture, but the pistachio flavor was too subtle and could have been much more pronounced. The blueberry dessert had excellent flavor, but it lacked the crisp outer shell that adds contrast to the texture. It seemed like it may not have been as fresh as it should have been, which could explain the softer exterior. On a positive note, the staff was very friendly, welcoming, and provided excellent customer service. Overall, while the presentation and service were impressive, I expected better value and texture for the price.

Went on a Saturday afternoon and got a 6 pack of their macarons. They were best I've had in Austin!…read moreThey were fresh, flakey, light and busting with flavor! I got the Rose, grapefruit, lavender, Earl Gary, Orange Heaven and lemon. Each macaron I could vividly taste the flavor they were going for. They were all good, but my favorite were the grapefruit and lemon. The macarons felt a bit too sweet and are pricey, hence removing one star. There is plenty of street parking in the neighborhood near by and the ambience is very small cute place. Girl at the front was kind. Definitely check this place out for macarons! Will be back for their pastries!

Totally adorable French bakery off South 1st. When you walk…read morein the door, you're instantly hit with the most aromatic Parisian baked good scents. Smells of croissant, chocolate, muffins, macarons, & more encompass your very being. The flavor smells wafted over me like a brilliantly executed perfume. Intoxicating and hunger-inducing, even on a full belly. Absolutely delectable treats. Awesome service. Front patio area as well as indoor seating. Half off baked goods after 4 p.m.--talk about a sweet treat!

Picked up Teddy V's Cookies at the Mueller farmers market and was seriously impressed. They're $10…read morefor two cookies, which honestly feels reasonable for the quality--especially since they're as good as Levain when prepared correctly. I got the walnut chocolate chip, and the key is definitely heating it according to the instructions. Before warming, it's good, but after heating? Incredible. Warm, gooey, and literally melted in my mouth. A must-try if you see them at the market.

My goodness. This is the greatest cookie I've eaten. I got a pre-packaged cookie from the farmers…read moremarket on mueller and heated it according to the package and was very happy. It's similar to a levain cookie, but I'm a smidge biased toward Austin local spots Cheers!

The croissants at Upper Crust Bakery were the first thing that caught my attention, and they didn't…read moredisappoint. They had crisp, flaky layers on the outside while staying soft and buttery inside. I also picked up a slice of cake, which was moist and not overly sweet. Everything tasted fresh, and the selection made it difficult to leave with just one thing. A lovely spot when you're in the mood for a proper bakery treat

I have been so pleased that I have been able to go to Upper Crust for pies, cookies, cakes, soups,…read moreand salads for over 30 years. I am a true believer! Their quality is what brings you back each time after checking out all the other bakeries in town. It's so wonderful to go in and see workers who have been there for years and they recognize who you are! I also love the airy layout and the great art displayed year after year.

I looooooved the matcha here…read more I tried the mango sticky rice - amazing!! Blended so perfectly and around 8.50 but it is a larger size I also tried the kouignn Amin pastry and also loved this They heated up it up for me as well which was super nice Overall very cute spot Kinda hidden in the back of the south Congress hotel area near the water trade bar Service was great - super helpful with my questions about the pastries too This spot is great - definitely coming back

I really wanted to like this place because of the great reviews, but it was just okay. The seating…read morearea is a little awkward. I ordered the almond brown sugar latte, and it tasted watered down, overly sweet, and the almond syrup was overpowering. After seeing photos online, I asked if they served food. The staff initially said no, then pointed me toward the pastry case. I ended up getting a kolache, which could have been toasted longer because it was still doughy and slightly undercooked. The staff was friendly, but overall they weren't very helpful. Unfortunately, the experience didn't live up to the hype.

I have been a long time fan of quacks but haven't been in quite sometime…read more Yesterday we were in the area so decided to stop. My absolute favorite item is the jalapeno cream cheese croissants, they were sold out which was a bummer. The lady at the register was either having. a bad day or just had poor customer service- she didn't greet anyone and was very unenthusiastic about questions I or any of the others had. - that's usually not the case here so we will say it was a one off. We decided to get a blueberry danish- it was great. Hoping next time we are in the area they have what we are looking for and staff is in a better mood as we love delicious baked goods and supporting local.

So many delicious pastries to choose from - but when they're out, they are out!! I eyed a banana…read morepudding cupcake as soon as I walked in, and by the time I got to the front of the line it was gone.. I'll hopefully not be chasing that for long We got a mix of fun items, with my fav being the Brien sugar cinnamon Poptart.

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Cute shop with some parking up front…read more Everything we got was delicious but they had a few too many Nutella options. We gor the Nutella donut and croissant The fruity pebbles cream donut...almond croissant... coffee donut Large latte...strawberry lemonade ..

TDLR : 10/10 Must Try Cupcake Spot! Tiramisu cupcake was delicious and creamy with an amazing…read morecoffee taste. I've driven by this place 100's of times and today I to finally decided to stop by and try it! The parking lot was empty but it was 3:00pm on a Thursday so it made sense. I went to the front of building and was let in by whom I assume is the owner! She was very nice and after telling me what cupcakes they still had I I ended up ordering a tiramisu Cupcake! Man I was not disappointed! It was a bit cold probably taken out of a fridge to make sure the Icing but that didn't deter me. I took my first bite and Wow! The cupcake was truly airy and fluffy with a great soft consistency. The frosting was delicious not overly sweet and did not leave a buttery texture in my mouth. The center of the cupcake had an exquisite coffee taste (tiramisu go figure lol) that didn't overpower the cupcake but definitely amplified the rest of the cupcake. I of course devoured before I even left the parking lot. All in all was one of the best Cupcakes I've ever had!

These cupcakes are SO good. I went to a party that had them and got hooked. All the flavors are…read moredelicious and so pretty! We ordered a cake this time too, it was PERFECT! The decor was exactly what we wanted and it tasted great, too. Olga is such a lovely person, too. Her communication with orders is clear and she responds promptly. This is our go-to for future parties!

Justine's has been on my list for far too long, so I finally made a reservation and went in with…read morepretty high expectations. There's an empty lot next door for parking as well as some street parking, but both are pretty limited and hard to come by. If you can Uber, I recommend it. The outdoor tent setup is really pretty and feels like a romantic date night and the main dining experience, while the inside is much more basic, but air conditioned. We were seated indoors which was good since it had just rained and the weather was quite muggy. Our unfriendly waiter (so French) came over right away to take drink orders. Our group consisted of one beer drinker, one cocktail sipper, one soda guzzler and one water drinker. The drinks were very good. For appetizers we started with the grilled octopus and escargots, both of which were delicious and the stars of the meal. For entrees two of us ordered the steak frites, also ordered bolognese, and côte de porc. Nothing was bad at all, but nothing really stood out either. For dessert we tried the crème brûlée and chocolate ganache, which were fine to finish the meal. If you go, definitely get the grilled Spanish octopus, that was the standout dish for me. For a party of four, our bill came out to $360 plus the tip. I'm glad I finally tried it, but with the higher prices and kind of average food, I don't feel a strong urge to come back anytime soon. Maybe in good weather I would uber over for some drinks and great appetizers.

Five words. OBSCENELY OVERPRICED AND ABSOLUTE SLOP…read more AVOID THIS PLACE!!! My rating is a NEGATIVE 10, however that choice is not available. Sam L. is correct in his review. It bears repeating. OBSCENELY OVERPRICED AND ABSOLUTE SLOP. I went there for my birthday, and I need a redo of my birthday. I cannot comprehend how ANYONE could rate this as not poison. I was sick during the night from this food. It was just awful. The only good item was the fresh baguette that was served with the escargots. The escargots were flavourless and obscenely overpriced. I requested salt. It did little to redeem them. I had the absurdly overpriced duck - $45. It was flavourless, dry as a bone, miniscule in size, served with frisée (awful), and an overabundance of roasted potatoes. $45 for this is a crime. I would not serve this to a starving stray dog. The plate was clearly designed to extract maximum profit for a tiny strip of dry duck. The fat on the duck was equivalent to to the minimal amount of protein. My dinner companion and I ordered pomme frites as a side. We imagined that it would be a reasonably sized side plate. They brought a TUB. It was a serving bowl size. We commented about this and the staff say that they like to 'make sure that people are fed'. I certainly appreciate the sentiment, but oh my, not THIS place. I had the special desert. Nope. It was an abysmal failure. It was supposed to be a coconut rice pudding with mango sauce. It was served with a flavourless piece of millefeuille on top. Pointless. The rice pudding and mango sauce were pre-cooking school level. Again I revisit the pricing on this. Criminal. I was out with a friend who was kind and generous enough to take me out for my birthday, so I put on a brave face. This place should shut down immediately. It is a revolting excuse for food. Actual excellent french food can be found in NY for FAR less than these prices. I will cook a french meal (satisfying and delicious) for any person who disagrees. This place is a trashcan. PLEASE I beg of you, do NOT waste your money! Stay home and cook, or take me up on my offer.

Came for some coffee and honestly, it was amazing! Service was wonderful!! I'll definitely come…read moreback here again! The super cool inside too!!

usually go to the South Congress location, but this spot seriously impressed me too. It somehow…read morefeels both more spacious and more cozy at the same time, which is kind of the perfect combo if you're settling in to work or hang out for a while. There are way better outlet options here, which makes it super laptop-friendly, and they even have a printer available. it's about a dollar per page. I'm a big fan of their mochas, and the snack situation is solid too. They've got good bagel options and other grab-and-go bites that actually pair well with coffee. If you like a little heat in your drink, definitely try the Scarlet Letter. It's a spicy mocha and it's so good. Overall, great vibes, great coffee, and an easy place to post up for a few hours. Highly recommend.