Honestly, I try not to indulge in sweet desserts for health reasons, but whilst visiting family, my mother couldn't stop raving about this place and how she so enjoyed their desserts so much that she goes back over and over again to buy by the dozens to gift to all her friends..... especially their chocolate panache tarts.... but unfortunately, the day we went to try, they were all sold out by lunch time. So, what we decided to do was to place an order for the chocolate ganache tarts a couple of days later, but while we were here, we'd try their Amandine tart, Sachertorte, and an Eclaire. Wow, I just had a bite of each and....daaaang, they were so so soooo good! So satisfying, so decadent, so next level deliciousness! ... perhaps a little sweet, but not overly so... thoroughly enjoyed just the taste of each. A couple of days later when we finally got to try their chocolate ganache tarts... wow... again! So obviously freshly baked, such wonderful density, flavor, and bite... with a butter cookie textured shell..... absolute heaven, and so difficult to just limit oneself to just one bite, but I managed. I'm sure we'll be back here again during our next visit. read more

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This is the type of establishment I would always support. Japanese-owned bakery who took over a previous 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. read more

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This spot is truly a gem. I did not think I would be able to find a Japanese-owned, small business/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‍ read more

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The Mousse fromage's mousse layer had the flavor of a Japanese cheesecake and the cake part is like the strawberry shortcake's. The fig tart is cute. The filling is creamy, thick, and a little sweet. The almond croissant has a very sweet almond flavor. The chocolate croissant has a slightly crispy texture and a thin piece of chocolate inside. read more

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Such a cute little pastry shop nestled in the corner of an unassuming plaza. The place is clean, and the staff is sweet and welcoming. They offer a variety of pastries, most of them fruity. They also offer hot food, but I did not get any this time. As it was my first time here, I decided to get the Party Set, which is a set of 10 mini pastries. I would recommend this option to others coming here for the first time! Everything was absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and not too sweet. I especially enjoyed the Mont Blanc. Overall, I absolutely recommend coming here! read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Party Set - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

The best French pastry in Houston, rivals the big name French bakeries in town. Will definitely go back for more. Absolutely delicious!(Oishi) The flavors are just perfect to taste. Arigato Gozaimasu!!! read more

My mentor told me that Chez Kobayashi had her favorite pastries in Houston. This is a mom and pop Japanese bakery that took over an old French bakery. They kept many of the old French pastries and gave them a Japanese twist. They make multiple fruit tarts, crepes, quiches, and croissant sandwiches. They also have a drink menu, and all of their drinks are so cheap. I got there at noon and there was already a line when I walked in. Most of the popular fruit pastries were already sold out so you need to go early for those. I originally wanted their green grape tart but it sold out, so I opted for the passion fruit tart instead. I also got an iced matcha latte since it was really cheap. Even though I didn't get the tart I wanted, the passion fruit tart was really good. It had a distinct Passionfruit flavor but not too overpowering or sweet. The crust was crumbly and the raspberry on top was fresh. The matcha latte was more on the bitter side but was smooth. I could tell they used high quality matcha though. I will definitely come back to try more pastries. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Iced matcha latte - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Very cute little cafe with crepes & patisserie ans good coffee! Great clean ambience, definitely would come back visit. read more

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So happy to have a place in Texas where I can enjoy real Japanese cakes! It's honestly such a rare find, and every time I go to Houston, I have to stop by. I heard the owners moved here from Torrance, California -- and I'm so grateful they did. What a gift to have this kind of quality and care here in Houston. The Mont Blanc is a must. Not only is it visually stunning, but the flavor is absolutely perfect. You can truly taste the love and soul poured into every detail. I really wanted to try the cream puff too, but it was already sold out. (Next time!) The café space was full of people enjoying their afternoon, and the vibe was warm and peaceful.The service is always super friendly, which makes the experience even more special. I'll keep coming back as long as they're here! read more

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The desserts were amazing. croissant and my son ordered the crème brûlée. My husband ordered some raisin pastry. Not sure what it was called. Average cost I spent per person was about eight dollars and that included a drink and the pastry so reasonable pricing here and great service !! The ladies at the counter brought us our food and our drinks, and they also cleaned up our table. The atmosphere was quaint, cute and cozy. Go and try awesome bakery items. Please check out Chez Kobayashi! I highly recommend this place if you're in the Memorial area. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Dessert display case - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This is a cute little cafe with French inspired Japanese baked goods, or maybe Japanese inspired French baked goods..? Either way they're French pastries. Walking in, its a decent sized cafe with lots of bright light and fun black/white wall art of various French queens and figures. They have coffee and teas along with various pastries and crepes. I ordered 4 pastries and each of them were amazing (though the Paris Brest was a bit of a disappointment, more on that later). The pastries themselves were very well baked, flavors were extremely balanced, and nothing was overly sweet. The tart shells were so buttery, crumbly, and light and the choux pastry crisp, moist, and light. My disappointment with the Paris Brest was that it was more a take on the famous dessert, in that it was almost like a strawberries and cream version (whipped cream, vanilla cream, and strawberries) rather than the traditional praline mousseline. It wasn't bad by any means, I just wanted that rich hazelnut/almond cream. Overall, this is definitely sort of a hidden gem, tucked in the corner of a random strip mall in the outskirts of Houston. Between the excellent customer service, amazing pastries, and bright space, I will definitely be returning! read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Display case - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I ordered my pastries to go so I can't say much about the inside but they had a great looking selection. Of the things I ordered, the passion fruit tart was my favorite. It was just the right balance of tart and sweet and the crust had a fun almond taste. The fruit tart and strawberry short cake were good. They weren't mind blowing / change my life/ let me drive 30 min out good but they were enjoyable and I would go back if I was in the area again. It's a good classic spot. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Passion fruit tart, strawberry short cake, fruit tart - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

Stopped by for just a little sweet treat! I would love to see an expansion of what has been established here. Purchased a lemon tart, creme brûlée (the star of this purchase), and apple pear tart. Very happy and please with everything as texture and taste felt very high quality. Even around 2 pm it seemed like many things already sold out so would highly suggest getting there early if there something specific you want! Wishing great things for this establishment! read more

I was here for a staff meeting this morning. I had no idea what to expect but after a brief introduction, I realized this is a French style Japanese bakery. The sweet buttery aroma from the kitchen filled the entire restaurant. The menu is written on a black-board style wall paper. I loved how they defined the portion size of each coffee type on the adjacent wall. (I couldn't take a picture because someone was hogging the couch). I ordered the almond croissant and a cup of decaf tea. The croissant was really flaky and filling was soft. It had a good balance of both worlds. Not too sweet. Just palatable. I heard there are some Japanese culture presence in this part of town. Seiwa Market is less than 2 miles away. There are plenty of parking and the restaurant was very clean. I enjoyed every single bit of this place. read more

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First time at Chez Kobayashi Pastries This is a great little spot -- inviting, quiet, and clean. I ordered an iced Americano and it was robust and smooth. It's made after you order it. The standout for me was the raisin apple roll -- absolutely delicious! It had a tasty croissant-style crust that was perfectly flaky and buttery, with just the right amount of sweetness inside. The lady cashier asked if I wanted to warm it up. Make sure you warm it up if you're eating at the place. If you're in the area and want something warm, comforting, and a little special, definitely stop by. It was my first visit, but definitely not my last. I want to go back and try other pastries. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - raisin apple roll and iced Americano - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

Clean. Friendly service. Beautiful and delicious tarts, pastries, and perfect iced matcha latte with oat milk. A "must get" are their tarts! We had the Mont Blanc chestnut tart and the mango tart. Both were not too sweet (which we like), and the fruit was fresh. The tart was beautifully presented and just delightful. We always bring Chez Kobayashi's tarts to friends' homes for special occasions or as a dessert to top off the night, and without a doubt, everyone always asks where we get the beautiful and equally delicious treats. Definitely stop in and support local! You won't be disappointed! read more

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What an unsuspecting and delicious little bakery. Seriously, this little cafe is hidden in the corner of a shopping strip on memorial near dairy ashford that is so easy to drive by and not give a second look. However, if you find yourself in this area, swing on by for a a quick pastry because it will not disappoint. You thought you knew French pastries because you've visited a few mainstream cafes, well check this place out because they have freshly baked varieties of authentic pastries. It's a small mom and pop cafe, but you can tell their pastries are made with care. I love their croissants and trying out different tarts every time I come here. They also serve coffee and a few hot items like crepes and quiches as well. There's a small sitting area for you to enjoy your pastries and coffee as well. Plenty of ample parking, so come on by! read more

I came after lunch, and there was about 50% of pastries and treats gone, but I will definitely vouch for the fig pie, mango, chocolate tart, and blueberry. I think the desserts were not too sweet and would 10000% order again. I got some little Madelines, and cookies to go. they are individually wrapped so that was easy to gift to coworkers and what not. When I walked in the place was completely empty, this lady came out promptly to help me, the place was quiet, and lots of parking available! Out of all the bakeries in the area, the sweets here are the best in my humble opinion! read more

Can't comment on the service or ambiance of the shop since my dad brought the dessert home! We had the lemon tart, and just by first looks, I was really impressed! The presentation of their desserts is beautiful and neat. The crust was soft and easy to dig into. The lemon had a subtle tart flavor to it, and it wasn't overly sweet compared to the ones I've had before. It seemed to have a glaze over the top, like the ones on fruit tarts. Would definitely love to pay a visit to the bakery and check out their other desserts! read more

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I got a iced matcha latte with almond milk, you can taste the almond milk and bitter matcha mostly, I would suggest adding a syrup for sweetness if u like sweet matcha, the lady handling the store was so sweet and kind, calm and sweet vibes all around! Their fruit tarts looked yummy I would try that next time. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Iced matcha latte with almond milk - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

Traditional Japanese pastries. Legit. Pricy but delicious. The tarts are really where it's at! Highly recommend. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

A fusion of French-Japanese pastries & treats, inside a quaint bakery. Unfortunately, it missed the mark for me. Inventory was very scarce. On a Saturday mid-morning, they were practically sold out. I settled for a few available items to sample - a chocolate cake, an almond tart, and an almond croissant. The tart was grainy & dry, the cake had unfamiliar flavors that were disappointing for my palette, and as far as the croissant goes I've had much better. Perhaps this place is more appealing to locals around the neighborhood, but I wouldn't go out of my way. It didn't leave a lasting first impression. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Almond croissants... pretty but I've had better. - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Chez Kobayashi sells French pastries but bakers are Japanese. That means the pastries aren't overly sweet. The bakery also offers crepes, coffee, tea, croissant sandwich, and quiche. Staff greeted me once I entered the bakery. They waited for me patiently to decide on the pastries I wanted. The selection wasn't huge but whatever were displayed in the display case, they looked very appetizing. I had to-go tarts, eclair, Mont Blanc, and a couple of croissants. The tart shells were baked perfectly. The fruits in the fruit tarts were fresh. The custards in the tarts, in terms of sweetness, were perfect. The passion fruit, and lemon tarts were tart, and there were strong passion fruit, and lemon taste respectively. However, the mango tart didn't have any hint of mango which was disappointing. The dark chocolate ganache tart was delicious. The ganache tasted semi-sweet and rich. The chocolate eclair was super good. It was big and filled with custard from front to back. The eclair shell was baked perfectly. The shell was soft but not soggy. Yummy! The chocolate croissant, and the chocolate almond croissant were fluffy and crispy. But they lacked the buttery taste. The chocolate used in both croissants were good. The almond chocolate croissant was topped with generous amount of sliced almonds, and had very strong almond after taste. Lastly, the chestnut flavored cream in the Mont Blanc didn't come through. It was like eating another pastry with colored cream. There is plenty of parking since the bakery is located in a strip mall. The bakery is clean and has inviting interior for customers to enjoy their food. There are a couple of tables and chairs outside the bakery for outdoor dining. I would be back again for their pastries, and also the accessibility is a plus. read more

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OMG i love the snowy pinecones! The Mont Blanc tarts look super cute and are indeed delicious, a little bit on the sweeter side but it is OKAY! The Mont Blanc has gotta be great because the hubby bought 3 of them and nothing else LOL. I love the nutty flavor from the chestnut cream, and it was fun eating the angel-hair-like chestnut cream strings little by little. LOVE IT!! read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Love me some Mont Blanc - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

I was visiting the bookshop in the same shopping center and the staff there told me to check out the pastry shop down the way, so I did! Service was prompt and courteous, and I bought pastries for all of my family. The total raspberry tart, pear almond, baked cheesecake, blueberry tart, and apple tart all went into my box (which was a very nice pastry box, packed with care). I shared them with my folks and they raved about how good all of the treats were. The shop, too, is very clean and bright. I really liked the baskets on the floor by every table... I assumed to put your purse in, which is what I did as I had a hot tea. Definitely come here!! read more

French bakery that used to be owned by a French man is now owned and operated by a Japanese pastry chef. The bakery shop was clean and neat but lacked traffic. I got a mix of chocolate croissants and a regular croissants. The regular croissants were huge! I enjoyed them all. I also had a cappuccino which was good. I would definitely come back. read more

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I've purchased a variety of their pastries and they are visual masterpieces and the flavor is absolute perfection!

They make a quality Mocha Latte and best cream puff this side of Houston. I also buy their croissants to toast in the morning. Excellent quality bakery. read more

Dined in on a Friday at 2:00 pm, ordered at the counter and sat outside. I shed a tear when the worker said they were out of croissants for the day. I love the Marie Antoinette and Mona Lisa wallpaper! Food is not great but the pastries are fresh and delicious. I ordered: Ocean crepe: it needed more flavor and salt. The sauce was bland, the spinach should be cooked instead of raw. Lorraine quiche: good flavors but the ham was in big cubes, would have been better if it was chopped up smaller. The salad is $2 extra and their cilantro dressing is SO GOOD! Mango tart: very good flavors Strawberry brest: so good! Almond tart: was just ok Strawberry eclair: very good read more

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You have to go to Chez Kobayashi like immediately. They have some of the best baked goods I've ever had. We tried a handful of items (pictured) and for the quality and deliciousness, pricing was reasonable (about $23 for the 4 items pictured). The winner for me was the passionfruit tart with a fresh raspberry in the center. The passionfruit flavor came through strong and wasn't artificial or overly sweet like a lot of other so-called passionfruit items I've tried elsewhere, the texture of the tart was silly and smooth, and the crust was perfectly buttery and crisp. The pear tart was equally delicious. Another thing I enjoyed was the diverse offerings they had across both sweet and savor pastry. I recommend visiting early because their pastry case was already dwindling by mid afternoon when we arrived. My partner and I will definitely be back soon to try out more from their extensive menu. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Paris-Brest (front left); passionfruit tart (front right); pear tart (right rear); Mont Blanc (left rear) - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

Try the mousse so good 100 percent good they are not sweet at all And has the thin layer of sponge cake in between Has little little fruits as well The fruit tart was good too The custard is fantastic I love their vibe and service Full score read more

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Cute little neighborhood patisserie! I had an almondine that was delicious. There also has an amazing apple raisin pastry that has just the right amount of sweetness. This little hidden gem really is a gem. read more

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Chez Kobayashi was something I stumbled across on my search for a tasty cake spot that has options with less frosting and unique flavors. While it looks fairly unassuming - from the few pastries I tried, I'm convinced that this little family owned patisserie might outshine even the big names in town in terms of flavor. I tried the Sacher torte (chocolate cake with raspberry and apricot jams and a light chocolate ganache on top) and the pear almond tart and was extremely impressed by the flavors of both. For my original purpose, I ordered the Sachertorte as a birthday cake and it came beautifully presented with fresh fruits on top and a pretty red ribbon. I will be back for sure as I look forward to trying their other menu items. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Sacher Torte Birthday cake - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

One of the best hidden gems I've been to. It's in the corner of a complex and their pastries-OMG they're literally perfect. Not super sweet, great prices, and it's always clean. I'm assuming it's Japanese owned, but the workers there are really nice and will tell you all about the pastries if you have any questions. I also love that the prices are not crazy. They're so well made for such a great price. I would come here again and again if having sweets all the time was healthy. read more

A bit of a hole in the wall - would've never thought there would be a quaint Japanese bakery located in this corner. Very good service - offers some quality bakery goods that are not found elsewhere in Houston given the smaller Japanese population. Pricing is very fair and seems family owned. I hope to continue to support them read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

The pear tart is divine! The crust is flakey, the marzipan filling perfectly sweet and loaded with my favorite fruit. I've tried other things on the menu and I have yet to taste anything bad here, but the tart, I order every time I visit. The service is always great and the space is clean. The best quality desserts, pastries and quiche, that you will find on this side of town! read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Pear tart - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

Okay, I've never been to a Japanese bakery before but since I've been I can't wait to go back. The vibe here is very clean and quiet. I like it, the service is great. Friendly and informative since it was my first time I had plenty of question, I got their fig tart and their mixed berry tart and let me tell you GET IT! They also serve a matcha latte that will knock your socks off. Come here, try their baked good! 10/10 would recommend! read more

WOW! Real Japanese french pastries. I had Mont Blanc and bacon savory crepe. Glad this store is meeting a need for Japanese all over Houston who come into this area for Japanese shopping trips. My wife said, "It was so good I've added it to my Japanese shopping trip itinerary." read more

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Took a few items to go home to sample. Almond tart, raspberry tart, creme brûlée among other items. All were superb. Houston has been lacking a great dessert spot. It finally has one . Keep up the great work. read more

Pretty Decent. I was a huge fan of Julie's croissants so I decided to stop by hoping to snag an almond and chocolate for comparison. Unfortunately they were sold out so I ended up with a plain croissant and an Almond-Pear Tart instead. The croissant was pretty great. It was crisp and buttery, and had a huge air pocket right in the middle where the butter-steam puffed it up. We split the tart that evening for dinner and it was good, but didn't quite satisfy my craving. I'm still not certain if it was because the tart crust was actually too thick, or if it just seemed thicker because maybe there was a layer of frangipane between the pear topping and the tart shell? I'm honestly still torn about the Tart. I can't decide if I'd try another one or not. read more

Chez Kobayashi Pastries - Pear-Almond Tart - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Houston, Texas

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