I have recently started to frequent this wonderful little neighborhood grocery store. It's a nice…read moresize, not too small or too big to get overwhelmed. Fresh and organic fruits and veggies. There is a separate refrigerated section for eggs, a nice touch, especially during this current nation wide egg shortage. I LOVE the deli and bakery here! The fried chicken is delish! Heavenly pies and breads! The cashiers are very helpful... there even an attendant that bags your grocery for you, just like back in the day. What's not to love?

You have to try their chicken pot pies. You couldn't make a better one at home. And at just $8.99…read moreit is the best, most complete meal you can get for the money. The crust is perfectly browned, buttery and flaky. Filled with generous chunks of chicken meat with peas, carrots, corn and a few green beans. Aside from that signature item, they have a full bakery where you will find lots of sweet treats and fabulous breads and rolls. I know, it sounds like I'm on the take -- but honestly, you are in for a pleasant surprise (I'm not one to complement a business just to be kind.) And if you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the mega grocery chains this is the place for you. All the basics are here, with friendly service to boot!

The ordering process was simple, with the staff offering helpful suggestions. The cake itself was…read moreabsolutely delicious. Very moist with a buttercream frosting that wasn't too heavy. I will certainly use them again!

I'm very disappointed to be writing this review because I have been a loyal customer and a huge fan…read moreof this bakery for years. I have purchased many cakes from them in the past and have always been happy with them. I ordered a small round cake for my 2nd mom's 80th birthday and pre-paid $125. I was told it would be ready for pickup Saturday at 1:00 p.m. I received a call saying it wouldn't be ready until around 2:00, so I adjusted my plans and arrived then. It was obvious they were scrambling to finish the cake, and I ended up waiting past their closing time. The cake was nice, so I took it home and trusted that everything was fine. The next day, on my way to the birthday celebration, I went to take the cake to the car and the top and bottom were separated and slid to the side. I was devastated. This was supposed to be a very special part of her birthday celebration, and I couldn't even give her the cake. I contacted the bakery Sunday morning. When they reopened Tuesday, they called me after seeing the pictures I sent. I was told that I must have dropped the cake. I absolutely did not. I was also told that I had been instructed to refrigerate the cake, which I was never told that too. I understand that once a cake leaves the bakery, they cannot control what happens to it. However, I showed the pictures to experienced cake bakers, and they felt the way the cake had been rushed, prepared and decorated could have contributed to what happened. I know in my heart I didn't do anything wrong. What was most upsetting to me was how the situation was handled. I contacted the bakery in good faith because I was hoping they would make it right but they didn't care and accused me of the cakes outcome. I'm not trying to get a free cake, I just wanted to get what I paid my hard earned money for. Unfortunately its their word against mine.

Pick your pastries , and fill your tray! Loved this concept of grabbing a tray, and walking down…read morethe pastry cases, eyeing and sizing up everything. You end up filling your tray more than needed, but hey it was worth it. Very chic and European feel on the decor, the colors, the fonts, the chairs all had that flair. Makes for a wonderful place to meet up with friends or casual coffee date. My favorite was the blueberry cream cheese danish, very buttery and delicious! Once you have your tray ready, take it up front to pay and order yourself a coffee. Plenty of parking and seating.

I don't have any pictures anymore but this place is so nice. It's very expensive but worth it. The…read moresticky milk buns are 10/10. I love that you can go in, grab tongs and a tray, and just grab whatever pastry calls your name! Just beware, prices add up fast!!!

First, I love the pastries you can buy to-go. This review though is for their cooking class. Be…read moreaware that you will be seated with a group of 6 and you'll have to work with them to decide who does what tasks, since not everyone will get to try making everything. I attended solo but luckily really liked the group I was assigned to. We wanted everyone to work on things they enjoy and allowed everyone to try some parts of the important tasks (making pasta and pastry dough). Your enjoyment might really depend on what your group is like. You can buy wine and beer to drink while you take the class, and those were reasonably priced I thought! $9 for a glass of wine and I think $8 for beer. The class was chaotic since we were making three courses and things needed to be done at different times, but the chaos felt like how it really is in a kitchen making multi course menus, so that didn't bother me! The assistants were great and helped us stay on track and helped if we were struggling with anything. I can't say I learned much from the class (which is why I only gave 4 stars), but I sure had a lot of fun!

Living in the North Loop, Cooks Bellecour was hands-down our most visited spot--and for good…read morereason! This place is a slice of French heaven right in Minneapolis. Their pastries? Pure magic. The chocolate almond croissant is next level--flaky, buttery, and packed with rich, decadent flavor. And don't even get me started on the breakfast sandwiches--they're gourmet-level masterpieces. Every bite is perfection. The vibe & service here is warm and inviting, with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread and pastries filling the air. Whether you're grabbing a coffee, treating yourself to a pastry, or diving into one of their soups or salads, this place nails it every time. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. Cooks Bellecour is an absolute gem!

Location: strip mall easy access…read more Inside: clean with wonderful bakery smells Drinks: broad assortment of flavors (They use powders, not fresh -1 star) Future: They are expanding to double their size. Definitely worth a visit!

The drink I got here, the mango pomelo sago, SO GOOD!! I'd definitely come back for that. The…read morepastries however... the bread was tough for my pork floss bun and the ham and cheese bun I got was burnt to the point I couldn't take anything but "burnt". I had to peel off the top to eat it because it was so bitter.

No longer open in Robbinsdale . We miss the bakery. We used to walk over on Saturdays for a pastry…read moreand coffee. Now we have to drive to The Thirsty Whale

Robbinsdale location has poor quality food,everything I have tasted here has been dry or stale…read moretasting also they do not have a lot of products in the counter . There are plenty of other bakeries with tastier menus .I wish they would improve,plus they always seem short staffed. The St Paul location is better but still not up to my pastry/bakery standards unfortunately especially for the cost Parking available on street

I quickly stopped by to pick up some chocolate for a gift for my partner and was surprised by how…read morecute the space is. Plenty of residential parking. I got the chocolate covered almonds, Kodiak cups (my fav!) and the mint polar bears (my partners fav). A bit pricey, but the chocolate is absolutely delicious and makes a great gift!

We were in the neighborhood looking for dessert and this shop popped up. We stopped in Sunday at…read morearound two in the afternoon and there was only one other customer in store. This shop is ran by a friendly hardworking man who is well informed about all the delicious chocolate and gelato. This space is so cute, and there are so many different varieties!

Small storefront that isn't much. A table and a few chairs is all the seating available. This place…read moreis definitely for grab and go. Very clean and fast service. A cute little space for a homemade donut shop. The apple fritters were AMAZING. Juicy pieces of apple in that perfectly crunchy exterior. The cake donut was moist and had a nice mouth feel. I overheard there are great raspberry Bismarks, so I definitely will be coming back.

Drove over 10 min on a Saturday morning and they were closed!! What kind of donut shop is t open…read moreon Saturday morning.

I can't believe after coming here all these years I have yet to do a review. This is my go to…read moreMercado in the area for fresh produce and especially peppers I can't find at a local grocery store. They also have a great selection of the standard canned offerings, hot sauces, and the freshest tortilla chips I can find. I also hit their meat section too if I don't want to take the time prep a meal at home and just want to whip something together. I have tried their fajita mix, al pastor, carne asada, and pollo asado. All are great and you can't beat the price. This past year they have really opened up the space to expand the fresh veggies/peppers, tortillas, and fresh salsa of all different heat levels.

I've been to several panaderias around the Twin Cities and this one is as good or better than the…read morerest. Everything is very fresh and made well. The prices are reasonable and fair.

Love coming here whenever I am in town. Big fan of Abby Jimenez as an author and love supporting…read moreher cupcake business. Very consistent decoration that is very inviting and sweet. May flavors to choose from and I never feel rushed and the staff helps with suggesting various flavors. I don't even have a favorite - everything is delicious!

This is a nice spot for desserts ! Lots of different flavor…read morecupcakes that catch your eye upon entering They do themed speciality cakes/cupcakes too and even pup cakes for your special doggies! The owner won the food network challenge cupcake wars many years ago and is also a famous author! Plenty of parking available, efficient and friendly staff