As part of the Post Oak Hotel, you can access this place from both inside and outside entrance…read more This place is super cute and seems to have a fair amount of people who come here to work or place an order from an good assortment of pastries and gelato's. What's nudged this place up to 5 stars for me is they have really improved their coffee game, specifically their quality of cappuccino's. Previously it seemed more of latte, but now to me its a legit Capp. Their choice of pastries hasn't changed, which gives you a good assortment of choices and they have added an additional barista or server which also is a nice touch for service. The only niggling items, parking can be tough, so you'll have to either walk a block or be quick to find a place close by. Regardless, definitely give this place a go to come for a pastry and coffee.

This is an upscale coffee / French dessert shop on the side of the hotel with entrances from the…read morestreet and inside the hotel itself. It is open surprisingly late. Inside you will also find French pastries, coffees and teas, gelato, milkshakes, sandwiches and macaroons. I felt the most interesting items were the French pastries as they are cute and tasty as well. Also, they plate the pastries nicely when you dine in as an added bonus. I tried the Chocolate Royale and the Ruby. Chocolate Royale - a petit chocolate mouse slice with flat chocolate panels along the sides. It is delicate and tasty. If you're a chocolate lover, this is definitely up your alley. Ruby - visually this looks like a strawberry Hershey kiss, with red powder on the exterior and a top piece of foil to resemble foil on the wrapper of a hershey kiss. Inside, it's filled with a strawberry cream and has a chocolate base. I just wish there was more chocolate in this one. They have plenty of seating inside as well as along the sidewalk. Inside you have the more fancy tables, whereas outside, they're more weather resistant and not as upscale in appearance. The soft drinks to drink along with your sweets are in a cold case along the hotel side of the space and you just take them to the register as you order. One of the most surprising things when you come here are the relatively affordable prices as you might expect them to be more for being a coffee shop attached to a 5-star hotel with a helipad.

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.

Two words: EGG TARTS…read more Flaky, warm, melt in your mouth. This place has the most unassuming little store but plenty of good desserts. Cash only but service was quick and while they are prompt, they do not rush you to decide whether you want one or a dozen egg tarts :) Parking was right off the street but plenty of parking when we went. I hear it does get really busy around special occasions/holidays so please plan accordingly.

For the incredibly indecisive like me, be prepared to struggle a bit because everything in the…read morepastry case looks soso good! I ended up trying the Cambodian elote cornbread and the black sesame mochi, and both were fantastic. I quite appreciate how creative their menu is. The service was also great--the workers were very thorough in explaining all the different options and answering our questions while I was trying to make up my mind. The only thing to keep in mind is their hours. They close early at 2 PM, so you definitely need to plan a morning or early afternoon visit. Overall, highly recommend stopping by!

Maybe choosing to check out Koffeteria during the World Cup is a bad idea, since we had to…read moretemporarily park two blocks away as the cops had blocked up much of Ea Do. Also, the pastries were what I was mainly hoping for, but didn't see much, just cake and some packaged cookies. I ended up only ordering the only hot food available on the menu, the beef pho kolache, which was actually really really tasty. The $8 price point is a little hard to swallow, but worth trying at least once! Milk bread is soft and the brisket goes really great with sriracha. The hoisin was a tad too salty for me; I think it would work best if it had, in theme, the aromatics from actual pho, otherwise it's too heavy. The yuzu lemonade was citrusy and refreshing, definitely hits the spot during the summer. There's a bit of space in the back, and there's a patio area (though I'm not sure if it's 100% Koffeteria's, but it was set up for World Cup watching. I'll have to keep an eye on when's the best time to swing by again for their bakery items.

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.

Y'all be hyping places up. Where to begin? I walked in and nobody was around. I walked around for a…read moregood 30 sec to a min and then finally someone showed up to greet me. I decided to go for small just to try it out first vs get a slice and pay $15 which in the end it didn't matter cus it came out to $12 for 2 items I got. The cupcake I got was cookies and cream but it just taste like reg store bought cake. You know the type that it's "chocolate" but there's not much choc flavor to it. The cream cheese frosting was like eating melted grease and added nothing to the rest of the cupcake. I ended up taking a bite and dumping the rest. I got one of their brownies but gave that to my husband so he could eat it at work. So can't really talk on that.

I absolutely love Eat Cake! I felt so happy just being in there, and the worker who served me was…read moreincredibly friendly and helpful. I tried a few different things, and everything was exceptional. The Strawberry N' Cream slice was light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet without being heavy. The Chocolate Chip cookie was massive and baked to perfection--crispy on the edges and soft in the middle. I also had a slice of flourless cake, which was incredibly rich, fudgy, and decadent. The quality is so high that I've already decided I definitely want my birthday cake from here! 5 stars all the way.

Their cake is top notch! Nothing compares to the taste of their products. Had been a customer for 8…read moreyears now.

I was looking to buy a dozen cupcakes as a gift and found this place on yelp…read more The first thing that slaps you in the face as you walk through the doors is the rancid smell inside. I almost walked out, but decided to give them a chance. I ordered a vanilla cupcake to try before I invested in a dozen. I asked them if the cupcakes were fresh and the girl said that they were from that week. Most bakeries make them fresh daily or every other day. I tried eating my cupcake there, but I couldn't stand the smell. I left with just the one cupcake.

I love to eat at El Bolillo Bakery. It all started because my boyfriend really loves their conchas,…read moreso he was the one who introduced me to the place. I've always liked bakeries, but I try to eat on the healthier side, so I usually avoid anything that might tempt me.But I am a sucker for cinnamon rolls, so when I saw they had them, of course I had to try one and they are so, so good. Now we actually go there about once every two weeks because we love it that much and I look forward to opening the front doors and smelling the sweet smell of baked goods Recently we also found out that they have cheese & sausage kolaches, and oh my gosh, they are delicious. They are really, really good and were such a nice surprise when we tried them. The location closest to us is the one on Airline Drive, and we usually go in the afternoon so we can avoid the after-work crowd. That time of day works really well for us because there aren't too many people, which makes it easier to grab bread and look around without feeling rushed. The ordering process is pretty quick and simple. You grab your metal tray and tongs, open each little door, pick what you want, and put it on the tray. When you're ready, you go to the register where the ladies count the breads, ring everything up, and bag it nicely for you. We're usually in and out pretty fast, which we really like. We love going to El Bolillo, and at this point it has definitely become a staple for us. We honestly can't get enough of it.

Always the freshest Mexican bread. Options for everyone and reasonably priced. You won't break the…read morebank like your typical trendy bakery/pastry place. Grab a tray and tongs and load up. It can get busy but people move through quickly. I'm a sucker for the conchas and definitely ate one in the car on the way home.

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‍