We were visiting downtown Midland and the Tridge when we came upon Iron Dame. A French-European-style bakery in a small city? Not something that you see too often so we decided to stop by to take a look. It was within an hour of them closing and unfortunately many of the pastries were already sold out. Still, they had a couple of croissants that looked absolutely delicious and we couldn't resist picking some up. In addition to pastries, they also sell coffee and, interestingly enough, milk tea and boba (popping type only I think). I can easily imagine sitting outside, sipping on a drink and nibbling on a pastry. Raspberry Vol au Vent ($5) - Woah, just look at those layers on this pastry. So well defined with crisp, buttery puff pastry layers that are easy to pull apart. This one is filled with a raspberry jam and adorned with a single fresh raspberry in the center. They don't skimp on the jam here - it's absolutely loaded up. The jam is tangy, sweet, and delicious. It's filled with fresh and crunchy raspberry seeds and a brightness that is welcome. (5/5) Bacon & Havarti Croissant ($6) - Other places might put a single thin slice of bacon and cheese inside - Iron Dame fills it chock full with meat and cheese. Salty, savory, umami, everything you could want from a savory croissant. Since there's so much filling, it compresses the croissant dough along the edges making it chewier and more bready, yet still retaining a bit of flakiness. (5/5) Pain Au Chocolat ($5) - The lamination on this pastry isn't nearly as good - the layers are on the thicker side with smaller air bubbles. Definitely more bready than flaky. I'm not sure what happened to this pastry - the pictures on their website shows very well defined layers but this one was anything but. Two batons of chocolate are inserted inside, giving sweetness and richness. I wasn't able to eat this until the following day - since I couldn't eat it fresh, I won't include it in my overall rating. This particular pastry is something around a 3/5 though. It looks like they don't have a set menu (at least not what I can see from their website), so I would definitely drop by with an open mind to see what they are offering that day! I would come here again if I lived in Midland or if I was in the area. Yum! Bathrooms - Single unisex room. Overall rating of the food this visit: 5/5 read more

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The chocolate croissant was delicious! Lots of other treats that we'll have to sample another day

Cute little niche spot. The croissants and the coffees here are amazing! The service is always with a smile! It's newer but they have been at it for a bit. They used to sell in the crepe spot next door. They do have indoor seating which hasn't been overly busy during my visits. They have options on the croissants ranging from plain to chocolate, fruit or meat fillings. All of them are delicious! They run sales periodically for half off in the afternoons so follow them online so you can get the notifications. This is one we need to keep supporting Midland! Let's gooooo! read more

I commend them for trying to reduce their food waste. This company uses the Too Good to Go App to end food waste. This was my first time using that App. I bought a Surprise Bag for $6 that advertised it was an $18 value. I expected to get idk ‍ day old doughnuts. I got three croissants. My son and II commend them for trying to reduce their food waste. This company uses the Too Good to Go App to end food waste. This was my first time using that App. I bought a Surprise Bag for $6 that advertised it was an $18 value. I expected to get idk ‍ day old doughnuts. I got three croissants. My son and I and my dog shared one. Then I took a good look into the bag one of the croissants had been cut in half and some kind of Jelly was spread it clearly it had been on another customer's table. and my dog shared one. Then I took a good look into the bag one of the croissants had been cut in half and some kind of Jelly was spread it clearly it had been on another customer's table. Gross! Then I got sick to my stomach because I wondered what happened to the croissant we ate. Could it have been on the floor? This food should have been free. read more

Iron Dame Baked Goods - Bakeries Near Me - Midland, Michigan

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Amazing bakery!! The BEST in Mid-Michigan! Great variety and quality!! The Cruffin is delicious, the croissants full of flavor and delicious! read more

Croissants are AMAZING. I might have a slight addiction to them. They're always trying to create new and delicious flavors too. 10/10 would recommend. read more

If this place is a French bakery then I am Marie Antoinette. Okay, sure, you can get a croissant and a handful of items which are largely a variation on the croissant, but that's about it. Theirs aren't great either: overdone on the outside and too voluminous. This place has all of the charm and ambience of a dead houseplant. It is absolutely devoid of any sort of decor at all, not simply lacking in French or bakery-themed decor. With the exception of their stupid and ugly logo which looks like a skull and crossbones, and not reflective of a place which was inspired and named after the Eiffel Tower. read more

This bakery is amazing!!! Their pastries are so good! And their staff is always friendly!

i work next door so i always get to try new things on their menu. the croissants - amazing, the drinks - amazing, the atmosphere and service - amazing! also, just ask the barista which is their favorite, they know what's up. i highly recommend the pain au chocolates, raspberry pistachios, ham and gruyères, and the tiramisu croissants (when i tell you this is the best tiramisu i've ever had...). all of the bobas are amazing! and the Lary sandwich is sooooo good. ever since they opened, i've been addicted read more