This bakery is always delicious, and their holiday catering truly exceeded expectations. We ordered an assortment that included six quiches (Lorraine, kale, and a holiday variety), almond croissants, classic croissants, chocolate croissants, sticky buns, carrot cake, and chocolate cake. Every single item was a hit. Each bite somehow tasted even better than the last. The pastries were flaky and perfectly baked, the quiches were flavorful and satisfying, and the desserts were outstanding. If I had to pick a standout, the almond croissants were absolutely incredible. This bakery never disappoints and is a go-to for catering, holidays, or just treating yourself. Highly recommend read more

Chez Michel - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

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I'm always on the hunt for a good bakery, especially when traveling. That being said, when I was making plans to spend a couple of days in Cape May, I searched bakeries in the area to see if any stood out. There are several, but the one that really caught my attention was Chez Michel. Besides Italian, French bakeries are some of my favorites - and since the reviews looked great, I made plans to check it out. Chez Michel is located in West Cape May amongst a small strip of other businesses. Even though the bakery is only ~4 years old, Michel Gras has been in Cape May since 1984 and previously owned another French bakery in the area. I arrived mid-morning - it wasn't too crowded but it was also raining hard so that may have curbed the crowds. The bakery itself has a pretty typical layout - a large open area for customers and a line of display cases that house the goods. I also noticed a selection of coffee products and souvenirs for purchase off to the side. They have a good selection - I noticed tarts, cakes, cookies, and an expansive selection of quiche. I wanted to get a good sense of the bakes so I got a few things: broccoli and cheese quiche, bacon and cream cheese tart, linzer tart, cherry and cheese danish, elephant ears, and walnut sticky bun (don't worry, I shared). Everything was delicious - I could tell they were high quality, it really showed in all of the bakes. My favorite was definitely the walnut sticky bun - that walnut topping almost tasted like candy and the bun itself was soft and flavorful. Other standouts for me were the quiche, linzer tart, and elephant ears - some of the best I've had. Service was good - I was taken care of promptly and all of my bakes were packed meticulously. Overall, Chez Michel is a yes - it may not be on the main drag, but the bakes are high quality so it's well worth a visit. I would definitely return the next time I find myself in Cape May. read more

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Chocolate croissants are wonderful. Breakfast foods also terrific. Carrot cake is yummy too.

The first time I visited Chez Michel, the line was practically out the door! I believe it was a holiday weekend, but clearly Chez Michel is where you need to go for a good pastry! On a slower day, their staff is always friendly and willing to answer questions. The patisserie is bright and clean, and the display cases are well maintained. I love their variety of quiches and always enjoy trying something new each time I visit, BUT I can never pass on a frangipane croissant. read more

Chez Michel - Only a small portion of their delicious pastries available - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

I arrived here around 8:30 and the line was already long, started at the end of the store. However, it moved fastest, so don't be intimidated. All of the pastries looked very inviting. The croissants were big. They also had several kinds of quiche. Definitely recommend this bakery. It closes on Tuesday and Wednesday read more

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They had no croissants when I visited on 10 July 2025, and I was gravely disappointed. Worse, I bought a slice of carrot cake. It was $8 which might be acceptable if it was exceptional but it wasn't. They didn't use cream cheese icing. The cake wasn't spicy. I would have done just as well at the Acme for half the price. read more

Such a gem in west Cape May! We tried a bunch of stuff and enjoyed most of it. I'm not a big quiche fan but we tried three different quiches and they were all fantastic! Also loved the cream puff! The almond croissant and sticky bun were good but not over the top amazing. Nice staff and a good selection! read more

Chez Michel - Sticky bun, almond croissant, chorizo quiche - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

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This a great gem in West Cape May! Delicious almond croissants, sticky buns, and more! Hate to post this, as selfishly I don't want to have to wait for more! Seriously, this is a talented baker! read more

The best cookies I have ever eaten!!! The cat tongues and choc Chip were amazing! It is located in a great spot in Cape May!!

The cake for decoration is good the flavor was really good but the price$60 for a 7imch cake is a bit higher .I can see $60 on a butter pound 10 inch Other than price chez is the place the caters tonorth cape may or wildwood by website . Prices should not be over $45 for pound cake anywhere... read more

Best sticky buns, chocolate chip cookies, strawberry shortcake and chocolate mousse ever!

Been a couple times. The pastries are good, but I can always do without the ego. The young woman who helped us on our first visit was REALLY impressed with herself and the fastidious processes they employ here. Why brag? Just do you, gurl. If it's that hard and fastidious then bake something easier; I'm sure it will still taste good enough for droves of tourists. You're at the beach, just be happy! I see other reviews contending their Frenchness. I'm a Francophile, I was (was) a French major in college, been there a bunch... I couldn't care less if it's authentic or not. Just make it taste good and bring it in at a reasonable price. I find it hard to replicate Euro recipes without ALL the same ingredients used on the Continent, including their fresh perishables (butter, eggs, milk, etc), which you'll never get here. Plus, baking equipment isn't ever the same, etc. So it seems useless to try to make it exactly as they do abroad. Just my two cents about the pomp and fuss with ego going on here. Again, it's decent product. Prices are a bit steep, but eh, it's on the island so comes with the overhead. Just would taste so much better without the heaping side of narcissism. read more

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Food and service are awesome!!! Yummy breakfast pastries and desserts abound. Yummy bread too if you get there early enough!

Wow. Every item we bought today, our first time stopping here, was amazing. The cinnamon roll was so light and fluffy, I didn't even get a picture. The icing was delicious and sweet but not overpowering. The fruit tart was perfection- as were the mini chocolate chip cookies (sold by the quarter pound). The eclairs was also great so says my partner. We're going back again tomorrow. read more

Chez Michel - Front of the shop - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

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Reliably delicious pastries. We've also ordered one custom cake, which was delicious and well done.

Chez Michel is an amazing little bakery with many fresh offerings. I was most excited for the ham and cheese croissant but ended up with coming out with so much more! Always a solid choice if you're looking for fresh baked goods. read more

Best bakery ever! Their almond croissants are to die for. We go at least once every weekend we are at the shore.

Another lovely new find for us this year on our Cape May vacation. I tried the chocolate chip cookies, financiers and chocolate mousse. All delicious. Cute space. Good parking. I'm sure we will return on a future trip! read more

Chez Michel - Exterior - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

Nothing better than places like Chez Michel. Locally owned, outrageously good and unique. I had the walnut cinnamon bun two mornings in a row after a very long early morning walk on the beach (I call them just cinnamon rolls. Some people call them sticky buns). I purchased for my wife an almond croissant, an almond puff and a blueberry muffin. She enjoyed all of them. They also make these small, little, thin cookies that they sell by the pound. I am a chocolate chip cookie freak, but I think the almond cookies were even better. Too bad it is 2800 miles away from my home. I really liked this play read more

Meandered over today. Staff are brutal as per a previous comment. Lovely current buns. However, the lemon tarts were magnificent to look at but tasted synthetic. Certainly no fresh lemons used. The pie crust was wonderful. Average read more

I've known the owner for so many years but the reveiw is on his baking, and if it's not the best you've ever had please tell me better ? When in philly I go to termanies alot Michael is as good as any you won't be disappointed actually you'll be wowed! Yum! read more

Chez Michel - Breads pastry Christmas logs and goodies - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

It was just regular bakery experience. Prices were very good, but cake was not out of ordinary. It was decent, but have I had better cakes? Definitely yes. Also, if you need to order a cake, you have to a week in advance! read more

The pastries are delicious but not always open when stated. Was in on a Sunday, asked if they would be open Thursday, said yes but when I got there they were closed. Not happy. Was counting on something special for Thursday afternoon. Pat Brady 11/30/23 read more

Great little French bakery located in West Cape May. This bakery literally has something for everyone, from bear claws to cake and fruit tarts galore. Staff are friendly and helpful, and most importantly willing to take their time to explain each pastry. On Saturday they were giving samples of their elephant ears which were delicious, nice and crispy with a buttery pastry with sugar. We ordered a small selection, and brought home to enjoy. I didn't like the piece of vanilla cake, I thought the icing was too greasy and the bear claws didn't have much flavor. The apple/strawberry cobbler was delicious. I'm excited to return and try other items, including a fruit tart and carrot cake. Give them a try! read more

Chez Michel - Pastry case 1 - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

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Delicious cake!!! Homemade , top notch cakes. So happy there is an option to buy a nice birthday cake in Cape May. There are no other options besides going to Acme for a cake. Strawberry shortcake was excellent l read more

Great pastries and desserts. Plenty of options and flavors. Sweet and savory options and a couple gluten free options as well. They also have cakes and cookies. You can get pieces of quiche. read more

I have had pastries, cheese cake and birthday cake from here. All very good. But the service is always brutal. The employees there are always so incredibly rude. I went to pick up a cake that I had ordered a week prior and they acted like I had 17 heads. They also asked for a name and number for the order and never called when it was complete and they also don't answer the phone. read more

Huge disappointment after going out of our way to go here given how the pastry chef markets himself and the bakery. Not authentic at all. The pastries are tasty so I get the good reviews, but it's selling itself (and the chef) as an authentic French bakery which it is not. They are very Americanized versions, much more doughy. The chocolate croissant was like a bagel with chocolate in the middle with nothing flaky or buttery about it. Tasty if that's what you're expecting but NOT a French pain chocolat. read more

Amazing. We went to Madison's yesterday and the cake was dry and overpriced. Today we tried here and excellent. There was a line at the door before it even opened. I can see why now. You must go here. Love it! read more

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Super friendly french trained chef owns this spot off the beaten track in West Cape May. Delicious pastries and sticky buns will keep us coming back. Much higher quality than West End. Enjoy supporting small local businesses. read more

First time trying out this wonderful hidden gem in Cape May- during season be prepared to wait in a long line! Plenty of options like quiches and traditional French pastries. The butter cake bun was amazing! Knocked off a star for service- not friendly at all, maybe just a bad day read more

Every time we are in cape May we stop in for donuts. Other offerings are excellent also (croissant, cinnamon roll, quiche, etc.). A+

Chez Michel has the best cakes in Cape May! We ordered a vanilla cake with chocolate mousse icing and raspberry filling. It was beautifully decorated and beyond our expectations. The filling was at least a half inch thick between the layers. We ordered via email, received confirmation within an hour and picked up the cake with no issues at all. It is delicious and our only negative is sorrow that Chez is not open all year round! read more

Very good vanilla eclair and pink pig cookie! The strawberry shortcake looked amazing! Damn you quarantine 15!!!

There are a few places that I think are "gems" in Cape May. This is one of them - you would go inside and think it's your typical bakery - especially in a beach town, you probably don't expect it to be what it is. They have true French pastries - croissants that are probably the best I have had outside of France. Certainly better than almost all NYC ones that I've had at "legit" patisseries. Amazing bakery - get the typical croissant - butter, flaky and perfect. read more

Butter buns! Not only those rare gems, but cinnamon buns, frosted cinnamon buns, & sticky buns. Not just croissants, but almond, chocolate, raspberry jam & other kinds of croissants! Cookies that include cat's tounges, merengue, angel wings and others that are so French! Bread was not ready at opening, so I returned at 10:00 to grab some great loaves. Perfection. read more

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So happy I found this place, I had a last minute party that I needed a beautifully done cake for and I struck gold. Emily was so sweet to deal with and gave me exactly what I wanted, which wasn't a simple cake it had lots of piping (which made it all the more beautiful). Not only was it a masterpiece but it tasted amazing, not too sweet like most bakeries. Would absolutely recommend. read more

Chez Michel - Custom strawberry short cake with basket woven piping - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

What a pleasure to work with. They made my husband's 50th birthday cake (their chocolate cake is amazing!) and delivered it over to Strip Steak House for me. Jill was wonderful and took care of everything ! So appreciative!! read more

Always love going to Chez Michel for super fresh pastries in the morning! Their Key Lime Pie is TO DIE FOR!!!! Their sticky buns are also very good! read more

Chez Michel - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - West Cape May, New Jersey

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Only positive things about this place! Super friendly service that helped me pick out the perfect items even for my picky family. The price is well worth it for the quality of the product they have. Everything is so fresh and moist. I just got back from vacation and I'm still craving their croissants. read more