The location was great and a short walk. There were two workers working hard once it got busy…read moreafter we sat down. The quality and service were great. Samples given which we nice. Brownie was fudgey and very decadent . . Menu options and prices reasonable . Cute atmosphere and items to purchase .

Cute dessert/cafe. I came after lunch and just wanted something cold and sweet so I went with a kid…read moresized gelato and got the cherry flavoured one and that was rich and delicious! I also got a strawberry macaron to go. It was pretty dead when I went around 2pm. Such a cute spot just to hang out and sip on some coffee and munch on some treats. I wouldn't mind coming back again to try more gelato flavours. They take card only not cash friendly.

Visiting from Ca. and this place is great! Had the chicken and biscuit and a side of sausage gravy…read more Shout out to John our server!

Second time made the difference Excellent service…read more Casual laid back ambience Food was excellent Pastry outstanding

I was so excited to get to try Ayu Bakehouse for the first time. On the corner of Frenchmen and…read moreDauphine in a beautiful corner building, it's just so appealing. There are some cute tables and chairs outside as well as about 10-15 seats at counters inside. I was greeted when I walked in and got in line at the counter. The pastries looked so fresh and delicious it was hard to choose just one. I went with a Pan O Chocolat, a chocolate filled croissant and iced latte. The prices are typical for a coffee and pastry. The croissant was so flaky and mouth watering. I ate very slowly enjoying each bite. The iced latte was good as well. I sat right by the espresso machine and enjoyed watching the baristas making coffees. I saw one come out with a perfect heart on top. They also have full bread loaves for sale as well as items for breakfast and lunch. I will definitely be back to try another pastry.

I lucked out by finding Ayu Bakehouse. They happened to be located on the same block as my Airbnb…read more They have a wide variety of baked goods to choose from, with the ham & cheese croissant and parm & chive biscuit being my favorites. I wasn't a fan of the cinnamon roll due to the crunchiness of the raw cane sugar on top. Ayu is a counter service restaurant with a full service coffee setup. The line moves fairly quickly, so don't be deterred if the line is out the door. Seating is very limited, so we took our items to go. Definitely worth the visit!

Really tasty savories and sweets. Good, flaky pastries. Delicious sesame latte, and rose water…read morelatte. Nice, friendly and efficient service. Loved it.

First time here! The pastries are great--I tried the Bearclaw and the croissant, and both were…read moreabsolutely delicious. The bakery has a cool open-concept layout where you can see the staff cooking and baking. However, the open kitchen also revealed some pretty noticeable hygiene issues. I noticed the staff preparing food without gloves, and I even watched an employee eat a tortilla while actively assembling burritos. Additionally, no one was wearing hairnets or hair restraints. Beyond that, seating is very limited (similar to other Bearcat locations), so I highly recommend ordering to-go!

Lawd ha'mercy!!! Last couple of trips out there, I had Cafe Du Monde's beignets cos...they're the…read moreones I always hear about. A couple of YouTubers said Loretta's are betta. Our first day back out there, fortunately, the line wasn't too long so I got some plain beignets, a crab beignet and some sweet potato cookies. First thing I ate was the crab beignet. WOW! I'm not the biggest fan of crab but that thing with that sauce...!! Lived up to the hype. I love candied yams and sweet potato pie so I had to try those cookies. Also amazing! Huge. Texture was perfect. Dang!! Now, the beignets. Did I like them more than Cafe Du Monde's? Hands down! Si! Oui! Nai! YES!!!!!!!!!! From the first bite! Dang!!! I still have to try Cafe Beignet's beignets. But Loretta's is gonna be a tough act to follow. I will never come out there and not go to Loretta's. Will someday make a trip to the location at North Rampart Street. And the service...! The young man who took our order was so nice. There was a bit of a wait (just a few minutes. Totally worth it!) but there's seating right across from Loretta's stand. My next visit, I'm bringing some zip lock bags and/or Tupperware cos I'm bringing some Loretta's back home with me. Dang!

We went on Labor Day. We had to go after reading the reviews! It was pouring down rain, and we were…read morestanding under an inkling of an awning where we were continuing to get drenched. One of the customers suggested having the line routed through the inside of the covered market, which was an amazing idea. So I walked to the front of the line and asked the cashier if she would be able to reroute us so we wouldn't all get soaking wet. She was the only person working up front and taking orders, but she was pleasant and kind and said sure. After she finished taking the order she was working on, she came from around the counter and rerouted the line so we could all get out of the rain. After that, the line seemed to move a little quicker too. I'd say we waited about 30 minutes, maybe even 25. We knew what we wanted because we were able to see the menu while we were waiting, but there are no prices listed, so you are a little shocked when you get to the register. I believe one crab beignet was between $8 and $9. I ended up spending about $40 total on two orders of traditional beignets, one crab beignet, a sweet potato cookie, and one order of praline beignets. The traditional and the praline come with three each, but the crab only comes with one. I posted one of my receipts below. Can't seem to find the receipt from my larger order. Now let's get to the taste.... they were amazing! Yes, when you go, try the crab and try the praline. I probably would not buy the traditional beignets again because they are significantly smaller than the Café du Monde beignets, and the taste is not drastically different. So you're paying more and getting less for pretty much the same product. But I would absolutely go back for the crab, the praline, and some of the other items she has. My cousin also had the beignet burger, which she said was great. All in all, it was a great experience. I just wish the beignets were a little bigger and the prices were a little lower, but with the cost of everything going up, I do understand. There's not much of an ambiance because you're pretty much sitting in a covered market. Birds are flying around, tourists are walking through looking at the different kiosks, and there's a lot going on around you. But they made the beignets to order, brought them out really fast, and there was a guy walking around wiping the tables after each person got up because, of course, there was powdered sugar EVERYWHERE. Lol.

I stopped by Levee this morning, and it was entirely worth being late to work for. The staff is…read moreincredibly energetic, friendly, and engaging, setting a great tone from the moment you walk in. The bakery has a light, airy, and intentional vibe that balances the rigorous standards of a serious artisan kitchen with the warmth of a local neighborhood spot. The baked goods are truly some of the best in New Orleans. The technical execution is flawless, and you can taste the high standards in every item. My absolute must-haves are the breakfast sandwiches and the croissants. The crisp, buttery layers are perfect. Highly recommend!

people were not joking when they said you have to go early! we went at 10:30 on a Friday and they…read morewere nearly sold out! the egg, bacon, and cheese croissant was so good!

This family-owned business has been a New Orleans institution since 1905. In fact, its name is…read morestill imprinted in the sidewalk tiles of its former location at 617 Ursulines. The establishment began as an ice cream parlor selling handmade gelato but has since expanded to include pastries, desserts, espresso, cappuccinos, & lattes. The shop embodies the old-world charm of Sicily, and everything is authentically produced in small batches from high-quality local ingredients. The first gelato flavor that founder Angelo Brocato first produced & sold was Torroncino - a vanilla-based gelato with cinnamon & ground almonds. It's still served in their shop today. Locals love their handmade gelato, Italian ices, & desserts - as do I. My favs are the cannoli and signature Italian pastries. I'm also a big fan of the Spumoni, which is served in slices (as it should be). Sadly, Angelo Brocato III passed on July 22nd at the age of 85. His burial was private but the locals gathered for a big celebration to honor his life and the joy he brought to them over the years.

Locally owned Italian dessert shop with ice cream, cakes, and coffee. They've been opened since…read more1905! My BFF and his family took me to desserts after our dinner. I could say everything was perfect here (super rich, flavorful, and sweet). I had their Spumoni Cheesecake which was good, my buddy recommended and ordered their Alaska cake which was good (but a bit too rich and sweet for me). Try and support local shops, Angelo was a perfect night cap to dinner. About 15 minutes away from Bourbon St, they also have locations in the airport too if you need your Italian dessert fix!

Extraordinary pastries and wonderful ambiance. I'm still dreaming of the authentic French…read moredelectable food that I had.

Excellent croissant breakfast sandwich. That's exactly how the scrambled eggs should be prepared…read morewith the proper flavor and texture! The almond croissant was even better. Delicious and beautiful latte. The price is right. Great service too. There is plenty of seating in the light-filled space. I did not venture to the patio out back, but there is seating there too.

The best dessert place in town !!! Service is excellent…read more Lovely shop - great place to sit and enjoy a coffee and a dessert.

Unbelievably bomb gelato! Pricey but worth it ! Interior is so cute too. Workers are friendly and…read morewill let you try samples

I first came to this bakery a few years ago to pick up a cake for an anniversary. We were in town…read morefor a week. I have thought about this cake and tried to make it back to the bakery each year I visit. Finally made it back here, this time with more suggestions of what to get. Crawfish cornbread was amazing! Cake was as good as I remember! I didn't realize they closed at 2, so we made it just in time but missed out on sandwiches. I recommend coming earlier for lunch to get all the goodies. We'll be back!

I've been a few times when ive visited lately cause my family getting their wedding cake from here…read more I've tried a few desserts and I just didnt like any. It was a little dry to me. I dont like cakes refrigerated cause I feel like it dries it out more... try it out for yourself. I give all the star cause last time I came i had a boudin roll. It wasn't called roll but it was good. Soft yeast roll time with filling boudin, cheese amd something else. Best thing ive had from there. If there was more filling it would be perfect. The roll to filling ratio was off. It was mostly bread. Staff is always great. Respectful amd nice whenever I visit. Parking is street parking. I've never been when its busy so always able to get a spot.