Delicious cookies with amazing artwork and the whole experience was spot on from start to finish…read more I'm not a huge sweets fan, but my husband is, so the cookies prepared with various pictures of his mug were a huge hit! Well done, DP's Sweet Life!

Most beautiful cupcakes for my daughter's bday and on very short notice! Highly recommend!read more

The cake had no flavor (was supposed to be vanilla). The frosting was supposed to have been vanilla…read morebuttercream and there was no butter. It tasted like it was made with shortening. So very disappointed with the $90 cake I received. The writing on the cake was not done by hand. The letters were preformed sugar. I shared my concerns with the owner and did not reveal response.

Small and family run little bakery. For nearby workers they have a limited stock of lunch bento or…read morecomparable that rotate daily through a menu set. Great for a less normal but at-home type take away variant with Japanese menus. They have a small espresso bar, the daily bakery runs and a small seating area inside or out. Useful for a quick pass through and Japanese flavors.

My mom was in town for her birthday weekend and my partner also had a birthday the same week…read more Things were hectic so we did not order a cake ahead of time as we were unsure of the time or day of our celebration. My partner visited this establishment on a Saturday morning and they were very accommodating. While they did not have any whole cakes, they put together a couple of chocolate decorations with happy birthday wishes and added them to their only whole presliced cake they were going to use for individual slices. It was a tiramisu and it was so light and fluffy! Also tried a few pastries which were divine. It workout great and we will definitely be back!

Grabbed a sandwich for lunch one weekday. No wait, quick service and tasty sandwich. It was huge…read morethough. Enjoyed the other half the next day. The new owners streamlined the menu, which I find easier. A gem downtown Lafayette!

Wonderful place to go during hot summer days! Unique water fountain outside and a take a book near…read moreby! Love this place and would highly recommend, especially the flavors and options of GF.

Some restaurants serve food…read more La Belle French Bakery serves edible works of art. The moment you walk through the door, it's obvious this isn't a place that cuts corners. Between the pastry case that looks like it belongs in a museum and croissants so perfectly golden brown they almost appear artificial, every item seems to have been crafted with an almost unreasonable amount of care. I ordered the breakfast croissant, a black coffee, and a blueberry muffin. Now, I firmly believe a bakery's coffee should be judged the same way a singer is judged performing acoustically: no fancy tricks, no backup dancers, nowhere to hide. If your black coffee is excellent, everything else is built on a strong foundation. Thankfully, La Belle passed that test with flying colors. The breakfast croissant somehow managed to be both delicately flaky and impossibly soft at the same time. Every bite left a trail of evidence on my shirt that I regret absolutely none of. I'm fairly certain the croissant received more quality control inspections than my first apartment. The blueberry muffin was equally impressive, striking that magical balance between homemade comfort and professional craftsmanship. But if I had to describe La Belle in a single word, it would be love. You do not create food this visually stunning and effortlessly delicious unless the people behind it are deeply passionate about what they do. Every pastry, sandwich, dessert, and loaf of bread seemed to radiate the kind of attention to detail normally associated with Swiss watchmakers, NASA engineers, and grandmothers preparing for a family gathering. I've had plenty of delicious meals before. What stood out here wasn't just the flavor - it was the unmistakable feeling that every item was made by people who genuinely care about their craft. The passion wasn't subtle. It practically walked out from behind the counter, introduced itself, and insisted I try another pastry. By the time I left, I had already started recommending La Belle to friends. Between finishing brunch this morning and writing this review tonight, I've probably talked about this bakery more than any reasonable person should. And honestly? I regret nothing. 10/10. I'll absolutely be back.

The Croissant Norwegian was served in a large croissant with way too much arugula, only one side…read morehad cream cheese, smoked salmon was a very thin slice that did not cover the croissant. au Jambon et brie had way too much arugula; brie and ham worked well.

Babette's has to be in the running for best bakery in Colorado. The gros de sel bread - a load…read morecovered in herbs and flaky salt, with the most amazing crust and crumb - is heavenly if you love great bread! It's almost never on the menu, so good thing they always have standout regular loves - country bread and a perfect baguette are almost always available (but get there before noon!). They also have spectacular seasonal pastries, delicious foccacia with interesting toppings, a few delightful sandwiches, and standout desserts and sweet treats. It's carby heaven, whether you eat in (inside shared tables or outside picnic-style) or take everything home... and in that case I dare you not to tear into something on your drive. Don't try to come on Mon/Tues as they are closed then, and watch out for the peloton of cyclists on weekend mornings! Even if the line is long when you arrive, it moves quickly and the staff will always help you find something you'll love (or that will wow others when you deliver them a special treat from Babette's).

Food 10/10! Best foccacia I ever had (crumb worthy of Food Network segment or an Iron Chef battle)…read more I wanted one of everything but the stomach has limited capacity. Will be back (and again and again, but shhh! You should go before everyone finds out about it). People 10/10. Real, kind, generous. And with fun tidbits of conversation and humor. Ambiance: excellent for breakfast or brunch with friends, working solitary on your laptop, having a quick sandwich on the rooftop patio, or a work meeting (in-person would be nice because the velvet couches are legit). I really liked the attention to details (such as the hooks for hanging a purse under the countertop). Cool decor and the vibe is like somebody oversized den, but instagram-worthy, you know? Check out the little store; they have cookbooks, cards, adorable kitchen towels and such, preserves and so on!

Beautiful shop with the friendliest staff. They have chocolates, coffee, and gelato. I am not in…read morethe area very often, but whenever I am in the area, I always stop by. Their chocolates are outstanding, and their gelato is tasty. If I can't decide what to get or I don't really want anything, then I still buy a small package of chocolate peanut clusters. No regrets because I eventually find myself in the mood on another day. They even have huge chocolate sculptures. I can't imagine who buys them. But I've decided... this year I will buy an obnoxiously huge chocolate sculpture for my holiday party. And we will smash it and eat it at the end of the party. It will be glorious.

Oh wow just tried the salted butter caramel gelato here and it was INCREDIBLE! We also snagged some…read moretruffles. The inside is super cute and feels like you're in a chocolate shop in Europe. Love the grand piano. What a great staple to have in downtown Lafayette.

Found this in my son's cupcake. Please be more careful. I know accidents happen, but smaller kids…read moremight have had a bigger issue with this.

Obsessed with Smallcakes Cupcakery and will definitely continue to stop by for treats and to order…read morecustom cupcakes. I was looking for a shop to do half a dozen cupcakes for a small gender reveal. I'm so happy we found this spot. Not only were they able to do the half dozen, but they also moved up the order a few days early because I couldn't wait. The staff went above and beyond with customer service and were so friendly. Not only was the service amazing, but the cupcakes were so good. We got a vanilla base with white icing, pink and blue sprinkles, and a blue icing on the inside. The cake was amazing and the cupcakes were frosted just the right amount. The cupcakes were soooooo good. We're so grateful that Smallcakes helped us plan the perfect moment and that the cupcakes not only looked pretty, they tasted great too. Definitely reach out to this business for your small cake and cupcake orders!