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    Great American Cookies

    3.3 (23 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndBakeries
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Cookie cake!

    Five stars very well deserved! The girls at my place of employment LOVE THEM! Every day we come in and when we're done with lunches we always say "you know what I want?!" And the next person will be like "A COOKIE! Let's gooo!" We take there fav kinds and run down the hall! We love these cookies could never get tired of them! The lady is so nice and helpful! Today I placed a last minute order to get a cookie cake for my friend and when I got there she told me that she had already hit capacity for the orders! Oh no I was going to wait either way but she said GIVE ME TWO MINUTES! She got right to work on the cookie cake in front of her and got it done so beautifully even showed me to approve! THANK YOU SO MUCH! It made my friend very happy!

    Julie R.

    I called with only 2 day notice for my Sons 21st bday cookie cake. Carol was very pleasant on the phone as we discussed what I was needing. I explained that my son was disabled and that I wanted a wheelchair on the cookie. Carol immediately began to look up pictures and go over ideas with me... and the next day my youngest son brought home the most special cookie cake! There were tears all around. Thank you carol for making our day SO SPECIAL!

    Michael B.

    Sure the cookies ARE overpriced. And they want you to buy 5 to get a 6th one free. Nobody needs 5, much less 6! This is supposed to be a bargain? But I have been addicted to those M&M Double Doozie cookies since 1992 when an old ex-gf introduced them to me on a trip home from college. There's something about that white fake processed sugary tasting icing in the middle that I completely CRAVE. I love that stuff! It's an art to eating one of these. When you bite the icing sandwich, the icing can ooze out onto your hand. I try to eat around this evil concoction to make sure I get every bit of the icing that can squish out. The tattooed and pierced employee had an absolute look of misery on his face. So much so, I was actually a little concerned about him. I know it's a crap job, but he was just going through the motions. Surely he could get something else where that tattooed and pierced "look" is an asset (I mean it IS Austin after all) and where he'd find a bit more enthusiasm in what he's doing. Leave that job to the high school kiddies!

    birthday cake cost $33
    Jennifer E.

    They are amazing cookies. I recently ordered a cake and it was as good as I every remember. They now have colored icing. It is easy to order. If you tell them a time to pick it up, do not expect to get it early. They literally make the cake a hour or two before you told them you would pick it up. I find it odd they do not have prices anywhere on display. The cake was $33. I bit high for a cake when you think about it but everyone loves them. The icing is crack. You can't get enough of it. The girl that took my order was nice the one I dealt with when I picked up not so much. They are working at the mall on a Saturday. I am sure that can't be easy. However, they need try a tad harder to be nice to their customers. The product amazing, customer service ok.

    My request was a girl skiing on a slalom ski! They nailed it!! The cake was a hit at the party!

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    6 months ago

    Amazing place for happiness , best cookies and Icecream in San Antonio They do catering for all events

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    Absolutely amazing and delicious! A little too much icing on their cookie sandwitches.

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    4.2
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    12.8 mi
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    My goodness, I'm just a repeat offender when it comes to this one-of-a-kind bakery. It's the most…read moregorgeous place. I love the green soft chairs, the tables, and the chef statue greeting you as you pull in front of the building. He's right there in the window. The bistro honestly takes your breath away. I love it! So in the last two weeks, I've been back exactly four times. My first introduction was the Croissant Scramble with chicken and veggies inside, with the Arnold Palmer. My friend got the Croissant Scramble with brisket. The presentation of the croissants when brought to the table blew me away. It was wrapped up in the cutest paper with the ends twisted. The topic of conversation was how good the croissants were. Before we left, we ordered some delicious cookies. The chocolate chips were yummy. So I went the following day and grabbed some pastries! One in particular was the Pecan Bar. The following week, another friend and I stopped in for the Chicken Pesto Omelet. I like that the fire-roasted bell peppers and onions are cooked, if that's the right word. But l have to tell you, the Mexican Hot Chocolate drink brings on the flavor, as does the ice-cold Mocha. Of course, we got the Pecan Bar for dessert. So yes, I went back yesterday for the Almond Croissant. I know, I know!

    I'm really disappointed with my recent experience. I placed a custom birthday cake order about a…read moremonth in advance for my partner's birthday dinner, with pickup scheduled the same day as the celebration. When I arrived, I was told the cake wasn't ready and was asked if I could come back the next morning--which obviously didn't work given the timing of the event. As a substitute, they offered me a pre-made cake from their display case and assured me it was chocolate like I originally ordered, just with a chocolate mousse filling. They refunded me $15 to account for the difference, and I felt pressured to accept since I needed something for the dinner that night. Unfortunately, the situation got worse from there. When we cut into the cake, it turned out to be confetti--not chocolate. Then, when we tried to eat it, it was clearly stale, dry, and inedible. No one touched it after the first bites. It completely missed the mark for what was supposed to be a special moment. What's especially frustrating is that I ordered from them last year for the same occasion, and everything went perfectly--that's why I trusted them again. This time, however, it was a complete letdown from start to finish. When I called the next day to request a refund, I asked to speak with a manager but was told that wasn't possible. Instead, I was told I would only be offered a partial refund because I accepted the replacement cake. I understand that mistakes happen, but the lack of accountability and quality here was really disappointing--especially for something as important as a birthday celebration.

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    Steak and brisket breakfast croissant. AMAZING
    Steak and brisket breakfast croissant. AMAZING
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    Caroline

    4.2
    (1.7k reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    Back for another wonderful meal! From the friendliness of the host stand to our amazing waitress…read more So much fun! Drinks never empty. She was totally on top of us I had the lobster pasta and friend had the ahi tacos. They did not skimp on portions. The tacos were so full of tuna it has hard to keep it all inside the shell! So very tasty and extremely fresh ahi for sure. The lobster pasta went beyond my expectations! The pasta was definitely homemade and cooked to the perfect texture. The sauce was not over powering yet very tasty for sure. And the lobster meat. Not sprinkled in like other places. Absolutely not! There was a hefty amount of lobster for sure! They did not hold back. This would be good for a girls night out or a very nice dinner date place. The location in downtown is very central to everything you can think of and public parking is near by.

    We were on a business trip and decided to have breakfast at Caroline…read more A nice restaurant with mood lighting and modern decor. They offer a full bar and also a coffee place with pastries and other baked goods. They seem to be connected to a hotel. The restrooms were up a few flights of stairs or you can use the elevator to the 2nd floor. I didn't know that. The upstairs portion could be rented out for special occasions or events. Our server was super friendly and helpful. She recommended a couple of her favorite smoothies. I ordered the Sweet Corn Cake Benedict: poached eggs, jalapeño cheddar corn cakes, avocado, tomato & corn salsa (4/5). I liked and enjoyed my breakfast, which was fresh and light. Berry Basil Smoothie: blueberry, strawberry, basil, banana, agave, pomegranate, coconut water, lime juice (4/5). This was very delicious. My coworkers order the Everything Sandwich: everything cream cheese, peppered bacon, baby kale, roasted roma tomatoes (4/5). Flavorful, with a light freshness of all the ingredients. My other coworker ordered a side of Breakfast Potatoes & a Detox Juice: acai, pomegranate, coconut water, lime. Both really liked the breakfast potatoes, which had a crisp exterior crunch yet soft and creamy inside. Come check them out. Support your local business.

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    Open kitchen so you can see how clean it is in there.
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    4.8
    (159 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    This bakery seriously might have the best cookies in Austin. Perfect texture, rich flavor, and…read moresomehow always fresh and satisfying every single time. Definitely one of those places that keeps you thinking about the cookie long after you leave. Everything else in the bakery also looks amazing, but the cookies are absolutely the star of the show. One important thing to note for first-time visitors: be very careful with parking. The lot next door apparently boots cars almost immediately if they see you park there and walk toward the bakery. It's not the bakery's fault, but it's definitely something customers should be aware of before visiting. Parking headache aside, this place is 100% worth the trip.

    Thoroughbread bakery is tucked away in a residential area behind South Lamar. I saw a post on…read moresocial media touting ThoroughBread cookies as the best cookies they have ever eaten. Wow, that was a bold claim! I finally got the opportunity to try ThoroughBread cookies and they were quite yummy. These cookies are like no other cookies I have eaten. I got the chocolate chip cookies with pecans. They had the texture of gingerbread cookies and were huge. They were gooey in the middle, perfectly crisp on the outside, and rich without being eye-squinting sweet. The chocolate chip cookies had welcoming textures and flavors. In addition, my server was kind and patient as I made my selection. You could taste the quality of ingredients, and each mouthful was progressively delicious. Definitely try Thoroughbread cookies for yourself. You're in for a treat.

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    Comadre Panaderia

    4.7
    (78 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    Comadre has been on my list to check out for some time now, and I'm happy we got finally stop by!…read moreGot here around 8:30-8:40 am on a Saturday morning and there was a short line already, but nothing too crazy. Would recommend getting here before 9 am if you're looking to grab something specific. Service is a tad slow, but the line moves pretty steadily. In terms of overall space, there's a connected lot with a decent amount of parking spots available which is great. There's also benches/stools outside so you can enjoy your treats while they're fresh. Pink Cake ($7, 4.5/5) - I liked how the "cake" base itself is more hearty (with corn as the main ingredient) - The buttercream is a very pretty pink, which matches the overall aesthetic of Comadre. It's a tad sweet, but works overall. Empanadas ($7 each, 5/5) - Great savory option! The filling consists of stewed chickpeas, poblano chilies, cheddar cheese. - Comes with a side of tomatillo sauce which adds some nice tang. Overall, really enjoyed our experience! I had just recently watched an Austin PBS episode that featured Comadre - would recommend checking the video out as it highlights a lot of the thought/consideration that goes into this business! Excited to come by next time I'm in the area & checking out other items on the menu.

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