the food is always amazing!!! Always worth the drive too!! I especially love the drinks and their…read morehot food like siopaos and empanadas!!!

The Baker's Son is one of those places where you walk in for one thing and somehow leave with a…read morefull basket... every single time. Everything looks so good it's basically impossible to choose just one treat. Big fan of the Spam musubi --always grab one. The Dubai chocolate croissants are insanely good, and honestly anything ube they make is a must. The flavors are always on point and everything tastes super fresh. Perfect spot when you're in the mood to treat yourself (or when you fully accept you're leaving with way more than you planned). Easily one of my favorite stops for pastries and snacks.

Visited this very cute dessert cafe that I've been eyeing. The desserts I got love up to the name…read morebecause they were not overly sweet and didn't make me regret eating them haha The vibe inside is cozy, minimalist, calming feel. I got the crème brûlée and Ferrero rocher crème puff and the little bao that had vanilla cream and a blueberry compote inside. For my drink which I failed to get a pic of, was an iced jasmine tea with some type of whipped cream.

We ordered the Ube cheesecake, the bischoff caramel crepe cake, the vanilla bean cheesecake and the…read morestrawberry shortcake. The bakery was very cute inside. Everything seemed crisp and clean! My favorite was the Ube cheesecake. It was a uniquely different flavor I wasnt expecting. Not too sweet either. The bischoff caramel crepe was not a fan favorite. I dont know what I was expecting but that wasn't it. It was soggy and not pleasing to my palate or my husband's. The strawberry shortcake was okay. I dont eat a lot of strawberry shortcake so I'm not sure what I was expecting. This shortcake seemed like it had more whipped cream than anything and maybe that's how they are supposed to be....but Im not sure. The vanilla bean cheesecake was also very good. I will be going back for another slice. Not too sweet, not dry. Nice and creamy. The service was good.

I rather liked the pork bun, though not as much as I remembered liking it before, and my wife liked…read moreit. We at that in the food court. The next morning, we had the sausage and scallion bun at home. I liked it, maybe more than the pork bun, and would get it again, though it had the advantage of being reheated at home in the microwave. My wife liked the dough, the hot dog less so (and I must admit the hot dog in the croissant we had a while ago at Cruffin & Tea was better). I'd get this again, though probably trying the regular hot dog bun instead of the scallion one next time. I'd asked the server if she could reheat our items when I bought them, but she said no, and didn't seem to understand English well. So far, I've preferred the savory things to the sweets here. Each item was $3-3.25, so a better value than the other bakeries I go to. I will return to this place periodically, but I still prefer places like Cruffin & Tea and Le Petit Paris, so I'm giving Mai Xiang Garden Bakery an average rating, 3 stars: pretty good, but not above average for a bakery, other than the good value.

There's a great selection of desserts and pastries here; sweet and savory. I've tried many things…read morein many occasion but this particular visit I purchased a puff pastry egg tart, sesame ball, pineapple custard bun and a bbq pork bun. I've been helped by a couple different people and they always come off stoic but that could just be their personality I guess. Never really smiling or friendly.

Yes to all the carbs in this bakehouse!…read more I was in town for a work event and we decided to grab a bite from here since Gabi recommended. It DID NOT disappoint. A cute little spot with a lot of specialized baked goods that will make you want to get one of everything. The service was super friendly and helpful. We ended up getting a few of the baked goods to share for breakfast and I got the matcha lemonade. The lemonade was a good change of pace from my usual matcha latte. To share, we got the matcha cheesecake blueberries danish, the brie country ham and hot honey galette, and a ham and cheese croissant. Everything was delicious and devoured! The inside is also super cute to peruse around and maybe grab something. They have stickers, and a few odds and ends that might interest anyone to get at least one thing. Such a cute bakehouse in Jax!

I really loved this overall place from the aesthetic to the taste of the individual items…read more I ordered the lemon sugar cookie and that was one of my favorite items for sure. My boyfriend ordered the brownie and it was probably the best brownie I've ever had. I also tried the chia pudding and it had a really good assortment of fruits. The pistachios were a nice addition to the mix as well. The breakfast sandwich was delicious. I liked the bread and how well toasted it was. The bacon was perfect as well. The location of this spot was peak. It's located near a skate store, a metaphysical store, and a wine bar. I wish I was local because I would definitely be a regular here. Everyone was so nice!!

Always a fantastic experience at St Gabriel Bakery. It is consistently one of the premier bakeries…read morein the Jacksonville area. Their selections, whether sweet or savory, are always fresh and flavorful. The staff is so polite and informative and just proud of what they do. We go often whether it's from the "Too Good to Go" app or we're just in the area. The interior is clean and vibrant and a perfect cafe style experience if you desire to dine in as well. They offer vegan selections too. If you're anywhere in the vicinity of St Gabriel Bakery, I highly suggest you stop by. You will find something you love.

I think this is what heaven smells like!…read more Very unassuming storefront in a bit of an industrial neighborhood in the Southside, St. Gabriel Bakery should be a go-to for anyone looking for extremely good pastries, cakes, and breads that give you great value for the price. I was welcomed into the store as soon as I entered. The young man asked if it was my first time at the bakery. Then he took his time to give me a tour of the sweet and savory bakery items that they have on display and taught me how to select items by choosing a basket and a set of tongs for my choices. I purchased a banana muffin, which was almost as big as my fist and still could only eat half of it in a sitting. I also ordered the turkey sandwich on a ciabatta roll, which was just the perfect combination of meat, greens, avocado, and cheese in a beautifully baked roll. Have you ever had a sandwich whose flavors build with every bite? This is truly a unique bakery in Jacksonville, and we should do all that we can to support it. Tell your friends! You won't be disappointed.

I am a New Orleanian and I have tasted almost every New Orleans bakery's king cake…read more I was VERY pleasantly surprised when I tasted Amaretti's king cake! EVERYTHING about it was sheer perfection! It was flaky and moist, in addition to the perfect amount of delicious icing AND the generous amount of scrumptious cinnamon cream cheese filling! In my opinion, their king cake is an authentic New Orleans style king cake!!

If you have a sweet tooth this is the place to visit! They have a variety of homemade pastries,…read morecookies, cakes & pies. From cakes by the slice, pies and custom cakes you don't want to miss trying at least one of everything. They have a great variety of coffee options as well so you can sit down and treat yourself with a sweet treat. The staff is very helpful in helping you decide which cookie to choose from.

Came here for the "F" in our A-Z Restaurant series we are doing on TikTok and YouTube. It was the…read morefirst 10/10 review!! The servers were very nice and accommodating. We got there about 1pm on Friday and got lucky because we didn't have to wait in line. Sat outside and it was nice. We got the Reuben, rare roast beef sandwich, and wedding cake. Can't wait to come back!! Link to our full review below. https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZThv3kuee/ https://youtu.be/M-RHBaDxJBI?si=OFUL58oz1ZEMgVtn

Another Jacksonville staple! I have some friends that grew up here and have moved out of state and…read moreinsist that we visit French Pantry whenever they come into town, specifically to eat the bruschetta and wedding cake. Their wedding cake is HEAVENLY - it's a must-try 1000%. Their staff is efficient and accommodating, even when the line is out the door and into the parking lot (which happens often!) Seating inside can be hard to come by, since it's such a small space, so I suggest arriving right when they open! Overall, I highly recommend trying it out!

Found this place by chance when I was looking for a bakery near Ascension St. Vincent's hospital to…read moreget some treats for the nursing staff at the hospital. They have good reviews on Yelp as well as Google. They have plenty of parking in the front of the store. I got a dozen of varieties of large donuts for about $40 ($3 each). I also tried their blue berry muffin which is fluffy and not too sweet. I did not know that the bakery is vegan and gluten free until reading some reviews! So, more power to them (wink wink)! The hospital staff enjoyed the doughnuts (based on their smiles and caring for my dad!) The people at the shop is also very nice and friendly! If you are looking for a vegan and gluten bakery, look no further!

FIVE STARS Wow!!! What a place for Me (& You!!!) First You…read morewalk in & the Ambiance & Smells line You up for some good food & excellent service!!! Got cookies,cupcakes & cinnamon rolls, Yummy I'll be back!!! FIVE STARS

The selection of food here is fantastic. The staff is always so respectful and friendly. Service is…read moreoutstanding and they offer a great selection of Filipino staples, fresh homemade foods, refrigerated and frozen foods, and authentic Filipino desserts. Some of my favorites are their Lechon (I buy it by the pound - can pre-order, too), Siopao (pork and chicken), cassava cake, Turon, Buchi, and so much more. The store is well organized and inviting. I love coming here and buying the ready-to-eat homemade foods that they offer daily. Just go!

All the Filipino food was amazing, I like Pompano Fist , milk fish and Barbecue chicken and pork…read moreskewers. Pansit is a must (Filipino noodles)

My husband and I went on a much needed date night tonight. I've always wanted to give BB's a try…read moreand finally convinced him! We ordered the Brussel sprouts as an appetizer, they were phenomenal! Then we both decided on steak for dinner. I got the filet, and ordered it medium rare and it was perfect. My husband ordered the ribeye and his was medium, his was also spot on. Then of course, we had to get dessert. I got the German chocolate cake (this apparently isn't their normal one) and my husband got the dulce cheesecake. The waitress we had was great, and she recommended lots of tips and favorites to try. The only negative thing that I would say is that it's a bit cramped, so it was very loud and hard to hear each other at points. This was an amazing dinner. We will be back

Had a fantastic double date tonight celebrating my girlfriend's birthday! We were greeted warmly…read moreand given a nice table in the dining room. Our waiter, Evan, was very proactive & offered suggestions with menu items. We started with some cocktails, the gentlemen with the cider beer & an old fashioned. I chose a glass of bubbly & the birthday girl had the fizz cocktail. It was incredible with a fresh blackberry puree. We started with the fried green tomatoes & the calamari, both were delicious! Calamari was prepared well and not too chewy. We shockingly each chose a salad: the bistro steak, the chop chop Asian, the goat cheese, and the salmon. Each one was incredible. Mine was the chop chop and I absolutely loved it! It was HUGE and you can bet I ate every single bite. Loved it!' We finished with the brownie topped with ice cream for the birthday girl, it was extremely tasty! Thanks again to Evan for making our night! He was a fantastic waiter! Would absolutely request him in the future.