** Array of pastry, espresso, and breakfast options** **I…read moregrew up watching 10 things I hate about you and it reminds me of a place that Kat would go to** This is one of my favorite spots in Tacoma to get a breakfast sandwich. Typically get the jalapeño sausage breakfast sandwich. The bread is super soft, the sausage has a nice flavor, and there isn't too much egg. It also come served warm which makes it yummy. I'm also a bit picky when it comes to coffee and how it's made. Corina does a GREAT cappuccino. It's strong without a bitter taste to it. Also like to get one of their macarons-they never disappoint!

I always pass by this shop, so today I finally decided to come in and give it a proper try…read more Ambiance: It's definitely very inviting. The floral arrangements and product displays were clearly designed with great care. All the items are wrapped in plastic wrap to keep them fresh. The shop is quite spacious, and the interesting paintings on the walls really leave an impression. All of this plays a huge role in building up their customer base. Service: The signage inside is clear, and everyone lines up in an orderly way. The staff is warm and welcoming, and they even asked if I wanted my bread warmed up. The order came out very fast--overall, a great service experience. Taste: I ordered two pastries: an almond croissant and a chocolate croissant. The almond croissant was packed with ingredients, with a thick, rich layer of processed almond filling in the middle. The texture was great--highly recommended! However, the chocolate croissant was a total disaster!!! My first bite was actually satisfying; the chocolate flavor and texture were rich. But on my second bite, I realized... it was underbaked. So disappointing.

i decided to drive to tacoma from west seattle since it's a long weekend and i figured the traffic…read morewould be light. i'd seen posts for bas-que and being a lover of exceptional baked goods, basque food and cheesecake, it felt like it might be a home run in terms of tasty treats. the window was sparse when i walked up and there was no line; that's because it was shy of their 9am opening time. the sad news was that their full offerings were not yet ready so i opted to choose from what was available. i got a slice of cheesecake and a rhubarb cream scone. i had wanted to try their empanadas and their rye loaf but alas, things were still baking. in the brief conversation i had with the super sweet woman who helped me, i mentioned i had driven from west seattle and she seemed sad that i didn't have the amount of options they'd usually have available. after i paid and she handed me the bag, she mentioned she'd added in a free chocolate chip cheesecake cookie to try. i hadn't been prepared for that act of generosity and it so reminded me of the south american quechua concept of a yapa, the thing thrown in as an act of appreciation by the seller once you'd haggled for whatever you were buying. i got partially up i5 north before i could no longer resist and ripped off a chunk of the cookie. what a win! it's not too sweet and the cheesecake center is so delightfully contrasted by the chocolate. sooooooo good! moral of the story: don't overlook those cookies because other things in the window seem more unique. the cookies demand equal attention, too! i'll definitely be back. i envision making a detour off i5 when headed further south on future road trips; this small dutch door bakery is not to be passed up!

Oh my gosh! This little walk up bakery counter in Tacoma is amazing. I would have driven by had it…read morenot not been for the fact that I had previously looked up Tacoma bakeries. So I recognize the name when I saw it. There was line out front, which is what got my attention in the first place. So I turned around and managed to find a place to park. I ordered the Pork and Asparagus Empanada and the Cream Bun with Pistachio Nuts. As I went home, I figured the empanada was probably more dough than filling because they usually are and I've never seen one that big. Wow! Was I wrong! I wish I had taken a picture of what I bought, but after the first bite, I couldn't stop eating it was that good. It was packed with meat, so moist, tender and delicious. And the crust was so flaky and buttery. Then the cream bun which was amazing just like the first one I had in Sicily. So sweet and delicious the soft bun with the perfect amount of sweetener in the cream filling. YUMMY! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BAKERY. It's only problem is the color matches the brewery next-door. It blends in which is why you don't see it as you speed by. They might want to change their colors to more red less black and add a pop of yellow so they stand up from the place next-door.

This place is absolutely INCREDIBLE…read more I just moved to town and this is the 3rd time I have been here. I finally got to sit in the little nook (If you know... You know). So far I tried: the bagel, raspberry coffee cake and the banana Swirl muffin. As an East Coaster... A bagel is so important... and that has been missing in my gluten free journey. I recently discovered that I am gluten-free which is very hard as an Italian. My whole life has been bread and pasta. Everything that I had here is absolutely amazing. The bagel is something to sing about. Get the raspberry coffee cake. Sit in the nook. Sit on the roof.

The most amazing bakery discovery in a long while for me. They have such a beautiful space and…read morethe selection is unique. I grabbed the gluten free cinnamon banana muffin and I could not stop myself from eating it all in one sitting with my Americano. The texture and taste reminds me of Vietnamese banana bread that my mom used to make. That nostalgia is priceless. I am totally coming back and trying more next time I'm in this area. I parked in the neighborhood. Please come and create your own adventure.

You can't go wrong with any types of desserts from MN Bakery. The cakes and cream puffs are…read morecustomizable, so you can request the types of design and flavors. The desserts are also never too overly sweet. And this Bakery does lots of unique flavors (black sesame, ube, pandan, matcha, biscoff) that are hard to find at other Asian bakeries while also getting the flavors spot on. I've tried a variety of cakes, tiramisu, and cream puffs, and nothing disappoints. The cakes are always moist even after a few days in the fridge. Depending on the timing of when you want the cake or cream puff, I think usually you should place your order within a few weeks in advance.

What an amazing delight! The fluffiest, flavorful, deliciousness to savor! Thank you, MN Bakery,…read morefor being an amazing part of our special birthday celebrations!!

I have driven by this place at few dozen times and am just now finding out they have…read moregluten-friendly pastries! They advertise such on the window but it's obstructed from the road. It's not a dedicated GF kitchen but if you're NCGS like me you can partake. They have GF and GF/vegan, vegan, and non-GF non-vegan treats. I bought the mint brownie which was both GF and vegan. It was generously sized and I shared it with my kids. It was yummy. They do GF/vegan cinnamon rolls on Sunday and seasonal peach cobbler. Maggie herself was wonderful. She and I had an off the cuff conversation that my soul really needed. She had a lovely personality. I'm upset to read the other reviewer's discomfort with the tasteful rainbows displayed. For one, there's not that many. Chill. Secondly, rainbows are not a political statement -- they are a statement of values and that a business or a person is safe. Unfortunately safety for identity isn't guaranteed now and our politicians have turned this into a political statement, but people on both sides of the aisle are onboard with LGBTQ rights. People making comments about rainbows offending them are part of the reason why it's so important people have safe spaces. People's identities and rainbows share in common that they really don't affect you. Maggie apparently has a GF bread under works, which I look forward to hearing she has perfected. She has a punch card, too :) Open Weds -- Sun. Can't wait to try the rest!

Cinnamon rolls on Sundays! Go here, this is a family run spot and everyone is helpful and kind…read more They'll custom make a bunch of stuff and are very accommodating to different needs. Take a cookie class, stop in regularly, support this great neighborhood gem!

In the hopes of ordering a cake from the ladies who did my wedding cake (Celebrity Cakes) for my…read more23rd anniversary, I found out about Dragonfly Cakes! Shipping a whole cake would've been hard and unreliable, so I was excited to see this tea cake option... and that they could personalize the little cakes with pictures!! I'm in Georgia, and the ladies were very responsive and worked with me to get exactly what I wanted, both in flavor and in design!! Angela and MaryAnn were patient and just altogether awesome! They were clear on what they could and could not do, and were great about my choices of flavors and design. SUPER HAPPY with how the cakes turned out, the time it took to get the cakes, and the taste!! I ordered chocolate, lemon, & pistachio cakes, which weren't all listed online, but they were able to do it anyway. The flavors aren't overwhelming, which's good, and they were delicious! My hubby and kids were surprised and impressed!! Love you all! Can't wait to order more in the future!

Delightful , tasty treat that are unique and special . I would recommend these for anyone who wants…read moreto give a special treat for someone or for themselves. Beautiful creations of art you can eat! ENJOY!!

Celebrity Cakes created the perfect cake for my daughter's birthday! They listened to our ideas,…read morebrought our vision to life beautifully, and made the entire process stress-free. The red velvet cake shaped like an old leather bound book (it was Amazing) with white chocolate mousse filling was delicious--moist, flavorful, and loved by everyone. What impressed me most was how well they listened and how much care they put into every detail. Seeing the finished cake filled me with relief, excitement, and pride because it was even more beautiful than I had imagined. They truly helped make my daughter's special day be memorable. I highly recommend Celebrity Cakes to anyone looking for a bakery that combines exceptional customer service, artistic talent, and delicious cakes. I will gladly refer family and friends to them in the future! Annette K.

Service was fast reliable and detailed. Cake was one of the…read morebest I've ever tasted! I'll be ordering from Celebrity cake studio again. Sent them a picture of what I had in mind and they delivered in every way.

Best donuts and scones in town!!! My office mates are now…read moredonut snobs due to the standard of excellence set by Paos. Life is short to eat mediocre donuts,

Get there early if you want scones. The best scones in…read morewashington state. Weekends? They are gone by 8-9 am. Weekdays? Gone by noon'ish.