Bakery Nouveau is really good, they are no joke! Came by here recently to pick up some birthday treats and so glad I did! There's a few locations around town but this one is in Capitol Hill off of 15th & John. It's a pretty busy bakery, so the selections may be out when you get there in the afternoon. There was still a good amount of selections for me so I decided to get a few of this & that. I was really impressed with the "Ballet Slice", this delightful raspberry treat that had this light creamy cake over this wonderful wafer on the bottom. "Mocha Chocolate Cheesecake" and their "Original Cheesecake" were also very delicious. It wasn't overly sweet and very flavorful for both. We even tried their bread items like "Kugelhopf" which is like a muffin but very light & airy but rolled in sugar. The texture was very nice and you will like it. Lastly, the "Pear Tart" was really good as well. The pear was perfectly soft, the tart was crisp and had a lot of layers, nicely made and oh so delicious! Staff was helpful, quick to bag & tag your selections, prices are a bit on the high side but the treats are nicely made and oh so delicious, so it is worth it to me. Overall, getting a bunch of different selections is way better than getting one birthday cake, adding candles are optional if you want. This bakery should be a spot to turn to if you need delicious bakery treats. read more

Bakery Nouveau - (Left to Right) Ballet Slice, Mocha Choco Cheesecake, Classic Cheesecake, Kughelhopf and Pear Tart. - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Love their cakes and pastries! Have tried almost everything and also ordered cakes for celebrations. They are amazing. My favorites are pistachio cassis and hazelnut pastry! read more

Got the kouign amann and double baked almond croissant. The texture and flavor of both pastries was so amazing. The only gripe I have was the terrible customer service. Mind you my fiancé and I were the only customers inside and then two other customers showed up. I saw multiple staff just hanging out in a small back room just chatting it up. The staff helping us was clearly not paying attention. I had to ask 3 times what a certain item was because she was not listening. I could not make eye contact with us. When ringing us up, she had this RBF. AWESOME pastries. But bad experience with customer service. Oh well, I'm sure next time it will be better. read more

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Dropped by Bakery Nouveau for some holiday treats. There was a small line that went quickly. We grabbed four macarons, an almond croissant, spinach tart, and two confections - bouche noelle and a praline tart. $40 out the door, so prices were a bit high IMO. Unfortunately, only the almond croissant was any good. Macarons were tasteless and the praline tart / bouche noelle were calorie bombs without any flavor. I expected a lot better from these guys. Le Panier still reigns supreme in Seattle. read more

We stopped in on February 8, 2024 and are we glad we did! Fantastic bakery! We stocked up on breads, paczki and croissants. We live in a small town and sadly don't have bakeries of this quality. Highly recommend this place, very clean shop and friendly staff. Everything is delicious! read more

The Doubled Baked Almond Crossiant was nothing like other crossiants that I've had. It was extremely crispy on the outside and buttery on the inside. The almond filling was also creamy and went well with the other components of the pastry. I was a big fan of the ample amount of almond chunks and cookie crust on top of the crossiant. The Ricotta and Spinach Quiche was also very memorable with its super buttery and perfectly baked base and crust. The filling was also not too salty and substantial; a good breakfast option on any good day. The Butter Sausage Roll was small, but packed a lot of flavor. The pork sausage inside was high-quality and, again, the casing was well-baked and crispy. The atmosphere of the place was also very lively and welcoming. The staffs were attentive and cheerful from very early in the morning. I couldn't think of a better way to start your morning! read more

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One of my favorite bakeries, ever. The twice baked almond croissants are as good as everyone says they are. There's usually a line whenever I go but it moves fairly quickly. They have many other pastry, food and drink options. Service is friendly and quick. Definitely try them out. read more

My coworkers often brought in pastries from Bakery Nouveau and I would always drool over the berry filled ones - I finally had the chance to visit them and they did not disappoint. They were quite busy and the shop was humid - the pastry displays were foggy and difficult to see. The shop felt kind of blah as a result. Not sure if this is normal? But reason enough for me to give 4 instead of 5 stars. But otherwise, I ordered a chocolate croissant which was awesome! Their food never disappoints. read more

I consider myself The Bad Boy of Baking and am always critical of other bakery's. I was left wanting more after visiting this beautiful and cute bakery with friendly staff & quick turn around. The croissants are incredible. I repeat, in cred ible read more

You can never go wrong here. Croissants that have won awards in France (seriously). I go for their sandwiches, and ALWAYS have a pear tart. Then macrons to go. read more

ALMOND CROISSANT came here for a snack and it was soo good. Keep in mind I was here 2 years ago and I STILL remember the taste.

Bakery Nouveau is good. I felt a bit like a traitor, heading here on a Saturday morning, due to my allegiance to La Parisienne in my neighborhood. Yet, I gotta try something new once in a great while. Located in Capitol Hill, the epicenter for everything in Seattle it seems, I waited in a long line of hungry patrons. The people waiting in said line represented the primary demographic of the city of Seattle; young, wealthy, educated, and very taken with themselves. It was a homogeneous group, dressed alike, even with masks on. Seattle has a definitive uniform. A couple cut in front of me, oblivious to my existence. I was about to say something, but held back. Why start an issue on a beautiful July day? This couple isn't going to change. Their wonderment with themselves started at a young age, reinforced by parents who only praised and rewarded. The people who risked demonstrating for equality a few weeks ago were not in this line. Everything at Nouveau tasted very good; the baguette, the layer cakes, and the cookies were delicious. Staff were coolly efficient, not used to schmoozing. I was just a weird, old guy. Nouveau Bakery is very west coast. The camaraderie of the east coast totally absent. In fact, any European engagement was also vacant. Nouveau was very dot com. I wanted soul. I got very good bakery products. It isn't my kind of joint. However, it may be yours. read more

I love this place. We stopped by when we at Seattle. Heard tons of good things from my friends. And it didn't disappoint me. I loved the smoked salmon and cream cheese the best. You have to try it. read more

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Note: This review was originally from April 2019. I'm not planning on going back so here's my review from the single visit I was there for. Review to come later for the West Seattle location. OVERALL: 5.3/10 (Yelp Converted Score: 2.65/5 - rounds to a 3/5). I'm honestly quite shocked this place has such high ratings (the West Seattle one is much better, thankfully). 1) VARIETY/SELECTION: 7.5/10. There seems to be a reasonable amount of selection, but it's hard to discern pastries, as well as prices. 2) FRESHNESS: 5/10. It's hard to speak to this, since I actually wasn't able to order anything (see "Service" rating). 3) VALUE FOR MONEY: 5/10. Again, see "Service" rating. I can't rate something "fairly" if I can't get served - so this place gets a default half-rating. 4) SERVICE: 4/10. Service is terrible here. I waited in front of the cashier for roughly 6-8 minutes to simply order a mocha (I can't eat the baked goods here because of the patronizing sign regarding allergies on the glass), and did not get time of day from the many idle folks working here who stood around ignoring me instead of taking my money for a coffee... Is it really that hard to take someone's money and give them a mocha? 5) CONSISTENCY / FIRST IMPRESSION: 5/10. I'm not coming back here. read more

Finally got around to trying Bakery Nouveau and this isn't your ordinary croissant After they bake it normally the first time, they dip it in a simple syrup and stuff it with an almond cream. After they bake it like that a second time, they top it off with more almonds and powdered sugar This thing is so good and hits on all the flavor profiles. It's crispy on the outside from being baked twice, crunchy from the garnished almonds, and sweet from the almond cream and simply syrup Can't wait to go back and try other items on their menu now read more

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Amazing baked goods. I go here a couple of Sundays a month. Large choice of sweet and savory delights.

Thank God for this perfectly delightful spot. Just around the corner from Kaiser Permanente, this bakery has it all. I walked in to the most wonderful aroma of baked goods and pizza. I had my heart set on a latte and chocolate croissant, but I'm going back for the pizza! I worked in a bakery/market that had wonderful croissants, so trust me here when I say: this was perfection! The lamination on the croissant was so perfect that every bite was a golden crunch of satisfaction. Bravo! read more

Oh my god, Bakery Nouveau sells the BEST croissant that I've ever had in my life! The "twice baked almond croissant" was recommended to me by a friend. When we came to the restaurant at 10am on a Saturday, there was a small line, no more than a 5 minute wait. I bought the almond croissant thinking that $6 for a single croissant is ridiculous, that I can buy a whole box of croissants at Costco for the same price. I was totally wrong. The almond croissant was layered beyond my imagination. Almond filling, surrounded by a thin layer of crispy flaky croissant bread, layers of almond crust and almond slices on top, finished with a layer of icing sugar. Everything worked so well together! It was light to eat, but still enough to fill me for a solid 2-3 hours after. I loved it so much that I went back and got the same thing again on my second day in Seattle. Note that there's no seating area at the bakery, but there's a small park with benches across the street. The area was a bit sketchy with some homeless folks lounging around in the park. Would highly highly highly rate the almond croissant here, especially if you can eat it somewhere else! read more

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I thought the reviews were dramatized but the double baked almond croissant really is unbelievably amazing and so absolutely perfect! I went a few times when I lived in Capitol Hill (I wish I was not so far now!) and every time I recommend to someone it's always a huge hit! Their macarons are also super tasty (: But those croissants... heaven on earth read more

I absolutely love this bakery. I brought my mom here and she had the double baked almond croissant. She loved it so much that she asked me to bring her some whenever I would make a trip home. Their coffee is really good also. Only downside is tables and seating is limited. Might be difficult to find a place to eat during busy hours. Parking is street only. read more

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This bakery always ALWAYS hits everytime ! I love coming here and just treating myself the staff is always friendly and welcoming . They're fast and get you in and out in no time this is my Go to ALWAYS ! read more

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The food was great but customer service was meh. I asked for an almond croissant and a Brie blt. I was only given a cold blt and was asked if I wanted anything else. I said yes, that almond croissant and if I could get the blt heated. He said sure it'll be a few minutes to get it heated. It was like talking to a robot. No smile the whole interaction and no apology for not getting my almond croissant. He probably shouldn't work frontline. He looked like he was miserable the whole time I was in the bakery. I ate the croissant and it was delicious and the brie blt was amazing on that hot crunch baguette. I'd go there again and hope he was just having a bad day. I'm hoping to change this to a five star as this was my first time there. read more

Twice baked almond croissant is the best, I ordered the twice baked almond croissant, blueberry limoncello, and a quiche here. The quiche (3/5) was quite eggy, but throwing it in the air fryer made the crust so flaky and delicious. The blueberry limoncello (4/5) was really good and refreshing. Tart but a good amount of sweet, it's very good! And finally the twice baked almond croissant. This pastry is probably the best single bite I ever took in my life. It was heavenly and transcends what I could comprehend with my peasant taste buds. Crisp on the outside, fluffy-cloudy on the inside, and the crunch from the almonds... my god. The perfect sweet pastry read more

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Just take all my money!! Bakery Nouveau has the absolute best selection of pastries, desserts and sandwiches. My go to on every visit here is the twice baked almond croissant and club croissant. The twice baked almond croissant is crispy, flakey and just absolute heaven when you take a bite into it. I'd take home a dozen of these bad boys if I could. It's a great place to stop by to pick up some eats for breakfast, lunch, or something quick before a morning hike. read more

Bakery Nouveau - Twice Baked Croissant & Club Croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great pastries and sandwiches. The staff is helpful and you cannot go wrong with a twice baked croissant.

Every pastry and dessert is above and beyond. This place is awesome, food is delicious! The only breakfast item I can often eat though is the quiche. Please make a veggie breaky sandwich. Also please add the tuna salad sandwich back read more

Assorted pastries (croissants, danishes, etc) we purchased were delicious and fresh. Very busy in a Saturday, but the line went fast. I'd put Bakery Nouveau among my top 3 French bakeries in Seattle. For the custom cake we ordered for a special occasion, the cake was well made, easy to order by phone, and ready on-time for pickup. Most of us loved the cake, filling and buttercream frosting, but a couple people didn't care for the frosting. Nothing against the cake because everyone e has different taste preferences, but I recommend trying out a slice of your preferred cake to make sure it will fit your taste. But the cake will be fresh and d well-made no matter what. A great place for cakes too. read more

I don't know about you. But I will never live in a major city where I can't get a croissant that is just near perfection. Croissants are in the perfect food group. everything about it is perfect. I just moved to seattle, and I finally found a perfect croissant at nouveau. It just requires a professional grade sheeter to make layers upon layers of butter layered in flour. make it fresh. don't overcharge. (it was $3.50 today which is quite reasonable). I would buy a croissant every day of my life if i lived across from them. read more

Incredible. It's quarantine so when Easter came around I was looking for something to cheer me up. I'd never been here before. We waited for 20 minutes in a line (probably busier than normal because of Easter). They offered tons of goodies! Macaroons, cakes, breads, sweet & savory treats. We got the hot crossed buns (AMAZING), double baked almond crossaint, the egg croissant with bacon and a slice of vanilla cake. Everything was so so good. I'll be back again. read more

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3.5* rounded up. Mixed bag. Macarons I'd have to say I prefer the ones at Le Panier and a couple of others in Vancouver, BC. The first thing I noticed was the shape. Not as uniform as some of the ones I've had in the past. Filling was heavier than what I'm used to. Maybe it's just me. Maybe it was an off day? Double baked almond croissant. Good and flaky. A little on the sweet side for my tastes. Still good all around. The best of the lot was the passion fruit mousse chick. Done perfectly. read more

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I was a production baker and bakery manager years ago, and can appreciate the level of product at the Nouveau stores, at least the two I've sampled thus far. Excellent recipes, consistency and attention to detail make their pastries a cut above most full-line bakeries (meaning they do breads, sandwiches, cookies, cakes AND breakfast pastries...), and they have several signature items that I believe are the best of their genre, in Western Washington. Admittedly, I have not sampled every shop. Perhaps I'll take that up as a hobby, bouncing from bakery to bakery, until I can present a more studied opinion... ;) In my estimation, they make the finest plain and apricot croissants in Seattle. Their savory breakfast pastries, particularly the ham and cheese croissant, rate mention as perfect Seattle go-to rush hour hand-food, too. But the indulgence, the true pièce de résistance, is their chocolate cake. I've not sampled a richer, more decadent, more eye-closing, mmmm-inducing, conversation-stopping, crave-worthy version. I've on occasion picked up a piece or two, and had the anticipation of eating so bewitch me that I begin having a conversation with it as I drive it home... "Ah, little cake, mon amore, you will make my wife very happy. Shall I serve you with coffee, so the hot liquid melts and mixes with your buttery ganache? Or perhaps with port, a fruity counterpart like jelly to peanut butter, hmm? Or no! I know! Unsweetened whipped cream with a hint of bourbon vanilla, and fresh raspberries..." and so on. Yeah. I know. Almost inevitably, buying Bakery Nouveau chocolate cake necessitates yet another grocery run for whatever the anticipation of eating it inspires. My favorite? A cold glass of fresh, grass-fed, unpasteurized local milk; guernsey or jersey if possible. Not easy to find sometimes, but oh!... The service here is stellar, and the store well-kept. Missing star is for the lackluster coffee program, and some irritating clientele that gargoyle over the few little tables in the cafe, their food and drink well finished. A bit of signage might discourage loitering. But: Capitol Hill. Recommended, nonetheless. read more

Its 3.5 stars which is painful to give. This really is a 4 or 5 star bakery (as so many others would say). But I am basing it off only last 4 visits over 2 months. I am going to go again because I know they have been amazing for years and I think the dip in taste quality may be transitory Of late, I have tried their macarons, praline dream pastry, almond croissant, Tiramisu and one with caramel and peanut praline. All of them have become way too small portion wise and the sugar is wayyy too high. Tiramisu was more sugar and less of ladyfinger+ espresso goodness The croissants are still good and am sure most would love them (not the best...but still good) The chocolate bread slice is good too read more

Amazing pastries! Best classic chocolate cake I ever had! The powdered cookies were great! Who's responsible for all these yummy food? Shake their hand and give them a raise! Never let them go! read more

I ordered my lip smacking baby shower cake from here. And all the guest loved it to the extent of licking their fingers! I was not sure they made custom fondant cakes so I called to confirm. And lucky me! They did. They require 48 hrs notice to make the cake. They are extremely responsive over email and can give you ideas about what can and cannot be done. Pricing is quite reasonable as well. The colors on the cake did not match the one I wanted, the hearts were stuck and visually it could have been better. But really the taste made up for everything. We got the butter and chocolate cake with raspberry creme. Everything under the fondant was delicious!! (I m not a fondant fan, usually only like it for the clean look). Apart from the cake order, I have also eaten the veggie pesto pizza here along with pistachio strawberry pastry. Pizza was yummy but the pastry was so-so. Their double baked croissants are heavenly. Overall, Definitely must stop here when in cap hill ! read more

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The staff at bakery nouveau are always friendly and helpful. There is a large bald man there who is always in a good mood. . There is always a huge line on Saturday morning as well. My two year old son really likes their quiche. The place costs a lot, but so does Seattle. read more

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Twice baked almost croissant was beyond twice baked. It was super burnt (dusted with powdered sugar to disguise it, rock hard, dry, hardly any almond filling). Quality gone down and prices gone up! Isn't this a professional bakery? So disappointing. These should not have been sold to us. (I chose 1 star because I had to in order to post this... otherwise I would give it NO stars ) read more

Bakery Nouveau - TWICE BURNT almond croissant, covered with powdered sugar to disguise it!! Quality control gone. SO DISAPPOINTING !What happened?? - Bakeries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Thank you google maps for leading me to a top pastry experience! That double based chocolate crossiant warmed is one of my top three pastries I've had around the world. Delicious. Next time I'm in Seattle we will definitely be back! read more

The best bakery I have ever been at, including the ones in San Francisco which are great. Had the infamous twice baked almond croissants which are not to be missed. Then I tried the Kouign Amann. The most melt in your mouth layers of pastry in both. Then I took two sandwiches to go, the ham and butter and italian and they were still great 2 hour later. Then I went back for another almond croissant. No pictures because they are all gone. read more

Walking up 15th ave, I smelled the bakery before I even saw it! I looked around the display cases while waiting in line and decided to try a chocolate croissant, a classic. The layers of the croissant were so beautifully visible and both buttery and flaky. Can't wait to try some of their other pastries when I'm in the area again! read more

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The double baked almond croissant was delicious!!! The chocolate one was not bad ...but if I was craving chocolate croissant I might feel like there isn't enough chocolate taste. It does similar to the almond croissant read more