Our coworker brought these into work and I have never heard of them but they were so delicious! So many fun flavors. The croissant was flakey and kinda like a donut. Prices are very fair. Overall would definitely come back and good to bring in to work! read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

If you love croissants and donut style fillings, then this is definitely the bakery for you! They combine the best parts of flaky croissants with donut fillings. You can't go wrong with any of their multiple options because they are all delicious! The employees are welcoming and quite kind. They took our order quickly and we received our order just as quickly. Something fun they do is letting their guests sign their walls. We got to partake and it sure made the place feel like a community! Plenty of indoor seating and parking as well. read more

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Not what I was expecting, but maybe better. The croissants are filled and topped. The flavors were really good and the croissants themself were amazing. They also had coffee and macaroons. Definitely worth going To and trying. They do special pricing for a dozen. read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - This is after I moved them around. - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

Great croissants in all kinds of doughnut-ty styles. Buy singly or by the dozen. Friendly staff. Not overly quick, but not a long wait either. Got the sense each croissant was customized when ordered, not sitting around prebuilt. We were looking for doughnuts when we came across this place instead. I was skeptical, but was converted. Cute inside. Doesn't look like much from the outside, but don't let that deter you. I had the spinach/feta and the raspberry filled. Wife and daughter-in-law loaded up on sweets: from caramel to Boston crème. Two coffees and a frappe between us. Everyone was happy. read more

Waited just a couple of minutes for 7 assorted croissants to be boxed. Texture is perfect for a sweet croissant. Will have to come back to try other flavors and coffees. read more

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Cool spot for an array of croissants. I had a Bavarian cream one. Service here could definitely improve but I'm starting to believe NC just doesn't believe in good customer service!!! Croissants were light and airy. Bavarian cream wasn't overly sweet. Wish it didn't come dipped in chocolate tho. I'll try it again when I want a croissant! read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - Croissants - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

Darel's has the absolute BEST donut style croissants EVER. They are such a tasty sweet for breakfast or a little treat. And they are so beautiful- definitely foodie and Instagram worthy read more

Amazing place! THE most delicious treats you can imagine! Like a donut but so much more complex. Also have a nice sit down area with free games and books - great for bringing your kids! read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - Too delicious that I took bites out of one before snapping a picture - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

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Visiting my daughter and son in law at the base. My husband and I love donuts and this was what we found. They were so busy Saturday and sold out having to make more, so we got a churro. It was yummy. Came back Wednesday to actually try the croissants. Man I'm glad we did. They were delicious. The ladies inside are super friendly and the store is very cute and has lots of very nice seating. They have a Pac-Man machine for the kids with books to read. We will definitely go back! read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - We had devoured the others before I remembered the pictures - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

Although the location can be tricky to get in and out. Please don't let that fool you. This gem of a place has a great ambiance, along with the hospitality of the employees. They have a few different desert options along with blue bell ice cream. I opted for their signature snack. Bit pricey per item buy the sweetness runs throughout. The place is clean and organized. Would recommend a visit to this hometown local business. read more

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Delicious little croissants. My favorite are the maple bacon croissants. Daryl's has a large variety of flavors it's hard not to buy a dozen each time. Please keep in mind they are not your traditional flaky croissants but more of a donut type pastry. read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - Maple bacon - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

If A croissant and donut married. So many yummy flavors to choose from. I have to limit myself but I really want to eat half a dozen. So light, sweet and delicious. read more

OMG!! I am in town visiting family when I was craving something sweet.. I yelp bakeries and this was the first to pop up so I headed over.. love love the inside of this bakery it is so cute. I ordered a dozen of the filled croissants and a couple of specialty ones..let me just say delicious the lady was great very welcoming and patient while we tried to figure out that to order... read more

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A first timer! My sister raved about this place so I had to go during a recent visit for the holidays. The lady that took my order was not extremely friendly and actually talked over me while I was trying to place my order. When I asked what is your most popular, her response was, they all are. She was less than helpful, however, the lady that brought my order out was extremely friendly and offered to identify which flavors I had ordered. She even confirmed that my order was correct. These are really amazing croissants and I would go back just because of the pure quality and flavor of the croissants and get double the number of maple bacon that I got this time! read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - Maple bacon, Bavarian cream, Boston cream, key lime and freedom croissants. Yummy!!! - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

I placed an order the night prior for pick up the next day. Received confirmation, drove across town the next morning for confirmed pick at 7:00 am. Store supposedly opens at 6. Arrived at 7, received cancellation of my order at 6:57. Store was closed. read more

Had the most flaky soft key lime crossaint. Tasted delicious and I can't wait to try the rest of their menu. Definitely a return customer now read more

Cute store with very friendly staff and excellent specialty croissants. We tried many different ones and they were all excellent. They are dog friendly and have a sitting area as well as mini arcade for kids. Would highly recommend a stop here! Thanks! read more

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We've been wanting to try their bakery for a while and finally did. Very yummy! Will be back for sure! The croissants are very soft. read more

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Very good place, it's Amazing. Fast and very friendly service. Everything that I have gotten has been very fresh

The croissants are amazing! The owner is very friendly and truly cares about her customers. I'm so glad i finally gave this place a try.

Deliciousness. Definitely on my favorites list. Best croissants. Wish they were closer. read more

Amazing amazing amazing! When I first drove past Darel's, I was curious about a bakery that was all about filled croissants. I know that's a thing (ie chocolate croissants), but couldn't imagine a whole business based on them. Good grief, I get it now! I ordered a half dozen of them to try with my husband, and they were absolutely fabulous! Even two days later, after being refrigerated, they were wonderful! My husband asked me to drive back to Jacksonville to get more today! read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - Pastry case - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

Their stuffed crescents are the best! Love the variety of choices. And there smoothies are great too!

We love Darel's! Now I understand what all the Jacksonville hype is about. A must if you're in town! read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - Glazed, maple bacon, and chocolate filled - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

Their treats are AMAZING! My fiancée brought some home for me to try from work and I feel in love with them!!

Oh man. Oh man oh man oh man. So they make these pastries that would blow your mind. Soft, creamy, delicious. Well stocked. If you wanted to bring something to a friends house, or visiting someone, bring a box of these. The pastries I tried, stuffed croissants, were soft and the cream fillings were light and airy. Absolutely delicious. read more

Tried this fairly new business this morning for first time. "How good is this place?" you may ask. Well let me give my true feelings on the matter. As a world traveling connoisseur of all things sweet and delicious, I MAY NEVER EAT ANOTHER DONUT AGAIN!!! I believe their motto is" If you like donuts, you'll love our croissants." So few businesses truly identify with their motto, but this place does it in spades! Give this place a try on your next visit to Jacksonville NC, Friendly staff and locally owned as well. Definitely give this place a try! Only wish It was located where I live in Colorado read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - A dozen reasons to love being alive! Light, fluffy, and SPECTAULAR! - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

I'd love to give this new place a second chance. I 100% understand that I came on opening day and issues would arise BUT... this place felt like I was being cooked in the oven!! The air conditioning was definitely not working properly. Even the ice cream in the ice cream machine didn't have ice surrounding the inner area. Decor.... it's very farmhouse style friendly and very clean. Now for the croissants.... they are compared to that of cheddars but with filling. Nice and fluffy. Not at all greasy nor flat. Has a great taste as you place them on your tastebuds. It's a nice twist to the ordinary donut and coffee spot. Really, I would give this place a chance because the croissants are mouth watering good. Recommendations: Fix a/c Faster service Display of croissants ( visual appeal is everything) read more

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I went in not knowing what was being sold but was happily surprised. They have flavored or should I say stuffed flavored croissants! I love to sho local and this place did not disappoint. I got key lime filling and maple bacon and lord have mercy it was heavenly! I highly recommend giving it a try because once you try it you'll be back for more. They'd make great party desserts . I'm thinking of dinner parties as a pot luck dessert! They are amazing and staff is very nice and helpful. read more

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Small, overpriced, slightly soggy filled croissants. Texture more like a donut than a croissant. I ordered a dozen each of the specialty and regular filled. Were not worth the 1/2 hr drive or the price. read more

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This was a wonderful surprise. I'm only sad we discovered Darel's the final weekend we were living in Jacksonville. When we arrived Darel's was busy but efficient. The person that took our order was patient with us as we did not know what to order and she even gave us suggestions. The bakery seating area was clean and nicely decorated (they even had an old school pac man machine that was kid size). When you walk up to the counter they have a display case of the selections of croissants available and let me tell you they were AMAZING. I personally liked the Apple filled one and my husband liked the Boston cream. I highly recommend going to Darel's Bakery and Sweets read more

Excellent service and food (sweets) I love all of the different types, very clean establishment we will definitely be going back there.

Sweetest little bake shop! The staff were a joy to talk to and all of the treats I tried were delicious (macaroons, cupcakes, croissants). They are known for the array of filled croissant flavors but we got there a little too late in the day to try them--we took their last couple of options. Highly recommend a stop in if you have a sweet tooth! read more

Darel's Bakery & Sweets - Bakeries Near Me - Jacksonville, North Carolina

On our most recent visit we had to return after approximately 30 minutes because they were out of croissants, which is a staple on their menu. I still gave five stars because it was worth the wait and we have now enjoyed every available option of their delicious croissants! read more

I'll start with the good. They have many croissants! We only had two but the two we had were soooo good! If you are into croissants I highly recommend ordering some. I wish we had gotten more of those. Where they lost two stars was the inside of the place looked dreary, the girl at the front was neither friendly/nor rude, and the yellow outside is too much. The second star was for the macarons. Even though they are so bright, and pleasing to the eye. They were not good at all. They tasted like they were manufactured and not made fresh. This place has so much potential with just their croissants and location I feel like they need to revisit some things to become bigger! read more

Time for a change of the morning donut...lighter and flavor filled Croissants is the answer. Small business crushing the boring Jacksonville donut shop read more

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Life changing. Let me tell you I've never had such great tasting croissants other than this place. Very fresh and delicious. Very well worth for the money paid. Will definitely come back. read more

Long overdue...August 2019 my son and I visit home. Yes, J'ville still home to us both. We stayed at a hotel off McDaniel and they told us about this place. These pastries are so good 1.5 years later I am finally giving this business proper credit. Also, they have or had a pac man machine upon returning to Huntington Beach I ordered one for my shop too. I highly recommend these pastries to anyone. They are so good they are probably bad for your health then again so it's marriage but we do it anyway. Lol Thank you read more

Hidden gem In Jacksonville. Stopped by on a whim while visiting and so glad we did. Service was welcoming and friendly. The croissants were absolutely delicious. There's a huge variety to choose from so they have something for everyone. I only wish I had gotten more!! read more

Amazing, like smack someone delicious and fight a kid if they try to eat the last one...def will be buying more and more and more