I was walking by this bakery and was immediately impressed. From the outside, the place looked spotless and very inviting. The pastries displayed in the window looked beautiful, so I decided to come back the next day to give it a try. This time I ordered an espresso and a pistachio éclair. The presentation was excellent , everything looked fresh, high-end, and professionally made. The shop itself was clean and well-maintained. Unfortunately, I was disappointed with the pistachio éclair. When I think of an éclair, I expect a custard, whipped cream or diplomat cream filling. Instead, the pistachio filling was extremely runny, almost liquid. When I took a bite, the filling spilled out and ended up on my hands and clothes. It was much thinner than I expected and made the pastry difficult to enjoy. As for the flavor, it was okay but nothing particularly memorable. I also found it a bit too sweet for my taste. That said, the bakery made a great first impression overall and the other pastries looked promising. I would be willing to come back and try their croissants or other items but based on this experience, I would not order the pistachio or espresso éclairs again. read more

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I WFH so I wanted to try this cafe finally. Staff is friendly and very knowledgeable about their pastries. I was given a free cookie sample with my hot chocolate and I had no clue this was a vegan bakery. My table neighbors were sooo happy with their soup too. read more

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We came here to pick up some pastries and goodies to go since everything is vegan. It was our first time here. There are plenty of little pastries to pick from. Inside there are a few tables, which seemed very pleasant to eat. We were helped by a a very nice guy who quickly got all the items we wanted. We got two ham and cheese sandwiches, pistachio eclair, and six macaroons. Everything tasted good! I definitely want to come back and maybe eat there and try other vegan goodies. read more

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Wow. Just wow. Found out about this gem from someone in line at Mio Pane last weekend and she was raving about it so we tried it out. Honestly, how is this place not talked about? A cute lil corner spot with amazing service (Alfredo and the staff who served us were so nice and welcoming). The pastries were so so good~ take note this is an all-vegan shop! Also what surprised me was how good their coffee was. Latte with one pump of vanilla with oat milk, thank me later please. Definitely coming back! read more

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This is what vegan dreams are made of! On our first visit we had the tea party and it was a great experience and great way to try many items on their menu! Our favorites were the mushroom soup and raspberry pastry. The tea was also perfect and it felt like a special treat. Will look forward to returning every time I'm in the area. read more

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The vegan eclair we got was so delicious, flavorful and decadent! The service was amazing. So super helpful with our questions and packed all our pastries into our box carefully and well. The ambiance was chill and lounge. read more

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Beautiful presentation, outstanding menu, friendly staff, and all the food is vegan? I'm impressed. read more

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Ordered the chocolate cake for my birthday and it was extremely delicious! I've enjoyed all of their pastries. I don't know if they make their own orange juice but I always grab one when I visit as well. I'm so glad that such a creative vegan bakery exists. Worth the drive! read more

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AMAZING! Stopped by for some coffee and bites and it was so fabulous having such a huge selection of vegan treats. The staff were supremely kind and made the experience that much better. We will definitely be back in the future to try more! read more

This was my son's first time trying macarons because he's allergic to eggs and dairy! We ended up splurging and getting a variety of pastries. I had some as well and you really cannot tell they are vegan (and I've had plenty of vegan and non vegan desserts to compare to). I saw some patrons come in to do an afternoon tea. We will try to do this soon. read more

Tried the pistachio eclair as it was noted to be one of the more popular items. There was a good amount of filling and tastes like pistachio ice cream in a pastry. Overall I don't think I'd come back for it but maybe I'm not just an eclair person. Staff was patient and friendly! read more

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This place is a godsend after having to go on a dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free diet due to my baby's food intolerances. My favorite items are the mushroom danish, jalapeno croissant, diamont cookies, and their chai latte, which is not very sweet and has a unique blend of spices. So grateful to be able to indulge in truly delicious treats while on such a restrictive elimination diet. Service is always wonderful, and they label each item so you know what's gluten-free, soy-free, etc. I will keep returning even after I can resume my normal diet! read more

Chocolate chip cookie and almond croissant are amazing. Really, you can't go wrong with anything they have to offer! Everything is 10/10

Just went here with my wife for the first time in honor of my Mémère for Mothers Day, and this might be my favorite bakery I've ever been to taste wise, no lie. Every single thing was better than expected and somehow better than it looked. The pistachio eclaire might be one of my all time favorite desserts, incredible. The "egg" sandwich of the day was unique, beautiful and full of flavor, and tasty coffee as well. The orange blossom cream dessert was also a standout with perfect ratio of flavors and essences that are usually super difficult to get right. The place is cute and seating is tight on a busy day but perfect little tables for you or a date or small family. Also the staff were all extra friendly and helpful with questions. This will be a frequent stop whenever I'm in the area. Merci beaucoup! read more

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Going down to one star because the business owner left a snarky reply. Clearly not interested in improving or changing my mind. Typically non-dairy butter substitutes are made with low quality seed or vegetable oils and *natural flavoring*. I prefer a traditional pastry made with actual butter and real ingredients. Their website has a section labeled "Nutritional Information" but it doesn't appear to have any ingredients listed. I would encourage more transparency since you're so fast to critique your customers taste buds. read more

A new spot to add to my favorites! After living in France for the past 6 years I was sad about leaving one of my favorite vegan pastry shops behind. Now I don't have to! This place is so good! I had an almond croissant and my husband had the Swiss pastry and both were perfection! We will definitely be back! Also the customer service is great read more

Amazing vegan patisserie French bakery with coffee, tea, breakfast, juices, desserts, cakes, sandwiches, salads, eclairs, croissants, baguettes! Super quant and cool interiors with a nighttime wine bar connected to it. Award winning pastry chef. Super friendly staff and cozy hip interiors. A must try in Pasadena! Hot & new! Best of! Shared two spaces ID eclair bakery runs during the daytime and at night it becomes La Cave with wines, cocktails, charcuterie ! What a cool french concept! Indoor and outdoor seating. Best eclairs, best croissants, best bread all plant based! Super friendly service and outdoor dog friendly patio read more

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Got here on a Saturday morning to get eclairs. The display is very aesthetic - very colorful! We got the espresso eclair and pistachio eclair - both are very sweet (a bit too sweet for our taste). Wish the sweetness is not super overpowering but everything was super aesthetic to look at! There are a couple seats inside! Street parking is available at the front or there's parking lots nearby! read more

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I passed this place on my way to the gym and decided to stop in and check it out. This cozy little café is charming and the fresh flowers on each table are a nice touch. When you walk in you'll notice the delicious smell of baked goods that permeate the air and the pastries in the display case, which are beautiful works of art. ID-Éclair is a French style plant-based bakery that specializes in eclairs, macarons, croissants, & pastries. They also serve coffee, tea, juices, desserts in a jar, & a small selection of soup, salads, & sandwiches. As a certified pastry chef, I was taught that you need quality butter to make excellent pastry, so I was a bit skeptical. It was early so the cases weren't full yet. I ordered a jalapeño & cheese croissant and a Napoleon so I could test that theory out. The gentleman behind the counter was kind & courteous. I'll admit, I was impressed. The croissant was perfect. Crispy, flaky outside and buttery, soft, & fluffy inside. I enjoyed the spiciness of the jalapeño. I didn't notice the cheese but it had a nice flavor & consistency. The Napoleon was also exceptionally good. A bit different than the Italian version that I am used to. The pastry base was crunchy with a little bit of flakiness. The pastry cream had a nice consistency & flavor. The puff pastry on top was still crispy and not soggy, which indicates it was freshly made that morning, and the thin layer of icing added the right amount of sweetness. Both passed the test. Based on taste and consistency I would have never known these were vegan. Wow! Kudos to Chef Romy. read more

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I can definitely say that ID-ECLAIR on Green Street and S Pasadena Ave in old town Pasadena is our new favorite patisserie for coffee and all plant based pastries. It's our third time here and everytime we come we feel very welcome and comfortable. Service by all staff, and especially by Jackson and Alfredo is superb. The place is cozy, very well designed and very clean. Coffee Americano is very good, Café Latte is smooth and tasty. The regular croissant is flaky on the outside and soft in the inside. Canele, vanilla éclair and macaroons are simply delicious. Worth mentioning again everything baked in here is dairy free. They also have cakes, fresh baked bread, and a wine bar right next door. ID-ECLAIR it is most definitely the new little gem in old town Pasadena. It's a must try patisserie. read more

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Raspberry croissant: Visually stunning with bold red stripes. The light pink raspberry cream inside is smooth, subtly fruity, and not too sweet--it complements the flaky croissant beautifully. A really unique and memorable pastry. Almond croissant: Classic and comforting. Crisp on the outside, soft and buttery inside, with a perfectly balanced almond filling--just the right mix of nutty and sweet. Oat latte: Smooth, creamy, and a great match for the pastries. Service: Genuinely friendly and helpful. Ambience: Cozy, inviting, and a place you'll want to linger. read more

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I've been coming to this bakery for a few months now and it's one of my favorites. I didn't know they were vegan until today and I was flabbergasted that the pastries could be so good even though they are vegan. read more

Nice little place on the corner. The establishment was very nice and clean and well kept. It had a little nice ambience to it and the avocado toast is a must. My son ordered a hot chocolate and I had the cappuccino, both are really good. Service was good, the guy was helpful and brought the food out. My only critiques on this place was the menu is a little confusing to order off so maybe have a little more info on the drinks versus just having the name listed. For example, a sweetness level or something more straight like Café Americano are just an example. The pricing was OK, I mean the food was really good and fancy, but I was a little letdown on the cappuccino. There was no design, just look like it came straight from the machine. Everything else look good and tasted great. read more

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This vegan bakery is a few doors down from my hair salon. I remember noticing it when it was under construction. I didn't notice it again until today, because it now has outdoor seating on the sidewalk and in a pandemic-era style street patio. Shame on me for not trying it earlier; it's been open since late December! I'm not vegan, and I only recall ever trying one other vegan bakery, Bakers Bench in Victor Heights, a lovely and delish but much smaller scale business. ID-Eclair is French pastry chef Romuald Guiot's baby. Based on ID-Eclair's logo and with my limited knowledge of French, I believe the full name is "La Idee Eclair". The letters I and D are pronounced "ee-day", which sounds like the word "idee", which means idea or concept. The place offers a wide variety of baked goods: croissants sweet and savory, danishes sweet and savory, eclairs, tarts and macarons. They also offer "petits plats" of toasts and sandwiches, plus a daily soup and several salads. Coffees, teas and hot chocolate beverages. In the grab-and-go case are Chef Romy's popular desserts-in-a-jar, other packaged and jarred items and beverages. The on-site bakery area can be seen beyond the display and service area, and also through windows from the street. There is a charming indoor dining area plus the aforementioned outdoor areas. Next door is La Cave, a small wine bar that also serves petits plats. It opens in the late afternoon. Here's what I ordered: 1) Blueberry danish. A large elongated oval of puff pastry topped with a not-too-sweet blueberry compote. The pastry was deliciously flaky and crisp, but of course lacked the butter flavour only the high-fat dairy product can provide. 2) Mushroom danish. Fresh mushrooms on the same puff pastry oval. 3) Raspberry tart. Oh-so-pretty and delish with a crust and pastry cream that I could not tell was dairy-free. 4) Sandwich du jour, which was French pate. Served on a toasted seeded baguette with a salad, the sandwich had a rich pate, cornichons and greens (arugula?). Mighty fine. Vegan-schmegan, at least for me. This place will be a stop after every hair salon visit, if not more often. read more

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Wow delectable delightful vegan French pastries. The best macaroons I've ever eaten. The French Brest made me want to cry it was so tasty and the Napoleon was incredibly light and maintained its beautiful structure bite after bite. Also - miraculous vegan croissant and the Suise raised my expectations for pasty. Magnifique. read more

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*whistles through teeth* Wow. Croissants, eclairs, focaccia, macarons, baguettes, financiers, danishes, and several other things I can't even pronounce. And all of it plant-based? Get the eff out of here. I walked into ID-Eclair maybe three or four weeks back. There was no mention of "vegan" on the menu or in the case, so I asked. "Any of this vegan?" The guy looks at me, shrugs, and says, "All of it." And that, is how my new obsession began. Their approach is they don't need to boast about how vegan everything is. Honestly, you can't tell. Everything is exquisite, enjoy it, don't get tripped up on labels. If you snag a box of these goodies and head into the office, not one person will say anything other than, "Holy shit, can I have another one?" This place is four blocks from my kid's school, and directly on my route home, so now, I've got a mild pastry problem that I need to keep in check. Are four visits in one week too much? I'm going to tell myself it's not. I started working through the croissants, both sweet options and savory, before moving to the fruit tarts and macarons. The danishes are fantastic, again both sweet and savory, with the leek and olive oil coming in first place for me. My wife digs the tomato danish, and the blueberry is also up there if I want to lean towards sweet. I've tried the palmiers, cinnamon twists, and anything else I can get my hands on. The variety changes, often with "du jour" items that rotate. There are probably half a dozen choices of croissants alone. Chocolate and almond, jalapeño and cheese, raspberry, "ham" and cheese, it's everything a croissant lover could dream of. After plowing through the baked goods, I moved on to the sandwiches, salads, and soups. Fresh, tasty, and satisfying. I think my wife and I got the daily sandwich every lunch for three or four days straight. They use high-end vegan cheeses that pair awesomely with freshly baked bread. The richness of the cheese is pulled back by the arugula and heirloom tomato. Sublime. It's a lovely spot. Small tables with comfy chairs and many windows providing incredible natural light create a great place to relax and enjoy your bites. The staff are beyond friendly and knowledgeable about their craft (shout out to Emily). It's just a great place to hang out and live a little. Even when I'm in a rush, their '$5 plain croissant and a coffee' deal pulls me in whether I like it or not. A fourth-generation French baker runs the place, and I promise he knows precisely what he's doing. It's beyond good. It's great. And one hell of an addition to the neighborhood. read more

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This 4th of July custard tart was so good! Everyone loved it. Fruit included lychees, raspberry, and blueberries. Thank you for making such a yummy and creative dessert for our party! read more

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Stopped by this vegan French pastry shop before leaving town. The beauty of the desserts was a site to behold. The cases were stocked with eclairs, tarts, macarons, and more. We tried the classic eclair in both chocolate and pistachio. The pistachio was oozing with filling and had a robust pistachio flavor. The chocolate was good, but second in ranking for sure. Once I spotted the Dubai chocolate cups, I knew I'd have to try them. The cream on top was pillowy soft and the crunchy inside was a nice contrast of textures. I also ordered a hot tea, which although was a huge 20oz size, cost almost $7. This place, with its delicious and eye catching treats, is worth a splurge every so often. You can also have afternoon tea if you really want to go all out. read more

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The food Eclair has is so good!!! I love so many things from here including the croissants,fruit tarts, eclairs, macaroons. Even the soups and salads are really good. I love this cafe! Here are my photos from multiple trips! read more

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What an amazing place for vegan lovers! From Bakery to dessert, even drinks, everything is vegan and delicious! With French style vibes, makes you feel you are in Paris! Also you can order custom vegan cakes that the service will be available. read more

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I'm always on the look out for new bakeries, so I was excited to try ID-Eclair located right on the edge of Old Town Pasadena. The display case looked beautiful, with a variety of eclairs, tarts, croissants, and macarons. I ended up getting the Paris Brest eclair, which was recommended to me by the associate, along with a butter croissant and a canele....which are two of my favorite pastries. The canele was quite tasty with a crunchy exterior and chewy inside, but I was a bit underwhelmed by both the butter croissant and the eclair. The croissant wasn't as flaky or moist as I would have hoped, and the eclair tasted a bit stale. It may have been because I stopped by around 5pm and it was late in the day, but given that "eclair" is in their name, I was expecting something more memorable. I'm always happy to try a new bakery in the area - oh and I should mention that their pastries are vegan so that's a plus for those that require vegan options - but this one probably won't make it into a regular rotation for me. read more

This is a delayed review (from December), but just have to share how AMAZING this place is. I couldn't decide on what to get so basically grabbed one of everything , and then it was all so delicious I had to go back again later in the day to grab even MORE. Definitely the most delicious vegan pastries I've had outside of Paris. Can't wait to come back and try even more! read more

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Can't recommend this beautiful little shop enough! As a vegan it's so hard to find special desserts that not only look beautiful but taste terrific and this spot hits the spot! I've been in multiple times and everyone is unbelievably friendly and accommodating. I am a very picky eater and every time I've ordered and request that something be changed or removed they always accommodate. The hotdog croissant and the cinnamon cream cheese Cruffin are current obsessions but everything is top-notch! read more

ID-Eclair is a vegan French bakery, two words I never would have imagined strung together! Haha. I'm not vegan but I love French pastries and was curious to see how vegan versions would compare. And oh my goodness, the pastries were tre magnifique! I ordered a Jalapeno croissant, jalapeno danish du jour, and a leek danish du jour. All three viennoiseries were phenomenal. But more importantly, how in the world did they get the croissants to be so flaky and "buttery" when they're entirely vegan?! I'm telling you, it's magic - it has to be. There is just no scientific explanation for how these vegan croissants had such an authentic taste and texture! All three were flaky and crispy and well balanced. If I hadn't purchased them at a fully plant-based bakery I would have never known; that's how amazing and indistinguishable it all was. They also offer a collection of imported teas, and the Fluer de geisha tea (green tea with cherry blossom notes) was the perfect accompaniment to an already delicious morning meal. As was the friendly and hospitable service. ****************** My Ratings: 1 Star: Terrible; just thinking about it makes me angry. 2 Stars: Wasn't a fan so Not likely to return. 3 Stars: Meh. Average. Might return if others drag me. 4 Stars: Yum! Likely to return. 5 Stars: Amazing! Would plan my day around it. read more

We had dinner elsewhere, and came here for dessert. And it did not disappoint!! This place is very classy, and the pastries are amazing!! We nibbled on chocolate tortes but the highlight for me was the swirled ice cream that uses half of a croissant as a cone served in a proper teacup. WOW!! Talk about taste and presentation!! There was a wine bar next door that I really want to hit up again very soon. This place deserves a line down the block!! Well done! read more

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If you want an amazing deserts ( vegan) that doesn't taste like soap!!! You have to try this place... Super friendly service,, delicious deserts,,, reasonable price sandwiches and soup!!! MUST TRY!!!! read more

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Phenomenal food. Finally made it in for lunch and had the mushroom soup, Black Forest sandwich, focaccia, and the grilled cheese. It was all fantastic, but want to highlight how amazing the grilled cheese is. This dish in particular was recommended by an omni friend who said it was the best grilled cheese they'd ever had, and I was admittedly skeptical. Boy was I wrong. Fantastic! Had pastries on a previous outing: raspberry croissant, chocolate croissant, pear chocolate danish, and some eclairs. The pear chocolate danish was to die for but I believe that was on special. The raspberry croissant is seemingly in regular rotation and highly recommended. This is the kind of place that could convert an omnivore: it's that's good. Bravo Chef Romy and the entire team over at ID-eclair. read more

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The shop has a trendy, Instagram-worthy vibe with lots of people dining in, making it a nice spot to hang out or chat with friends. Atmosphere is comfortable and not overly loud. I ordered a palmier, a couple of macarons, a fruit tart, a Napoleon, and a chocolate tart. The staff was super nice and welcoming, which is why I'm giving them 3 stars. Food-wise: * The lemon macaron was fresh and well balanced, with just the right sweetness. * The raspberry macaron was too sweet for me, but the shell was crisp with a soft inside. * The fruit tart and Napoleon were a bit disappointing--the pastry base was too soft and soggy, though the custard filling was delicious and not overly sweet. * The chocolate tart was also too sweet, and again the crust lacked the flakiness I was hoping for. From what I've seen, their croissants and pastries seem to be their stronger side. I'll probably come back to try those instead. read more

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Heaven on Earth! The pastries taste so fresh and delicious and they are absolutely beautiful! The staff make everyone feel welcome and they offer superb customer service. It's a really good feeling to support a business that cares about the well-being of animals and the environment while enjoying some of the best pastries you'll ever eat! read more

ID- Eclair was pleasantly delightful!!:) Pasadena is a beautiful city... and I can't wait to return. The food is amazing. Everything is vegan . I was hoping for more gluten free options. I definitely can't wait to see their progress regarding their gluten-free options. Hopefully, some eclairs!!! They have amazing customer service . They were attentive to every customer. You can feel and see the love and dedication they have for their patisserie... Worth every penny..... read more

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