If you're looking for a restaurant where the atmosphere is just as enjoyable as the food, San…read moreMartín is absolutely worth a visit. The first thing I noticed was how beautiful everything is. The décor is warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed. And yes...those are real trees. That actually matters to me. I love restaurants with a beautiful aesthetic because it makes the whole experience feel special. Good food is wonderful, but good food in a beautiful space? That's even better. The menu is perfect if you're dining with friends because there are so many things to share. We ordered the traditional sampler, and it was such a fun way to try several Guatemalan dishes. Every plate that came out looked fresh, colorful, and made with care. The cheese pupusa was delicious, and the cotija cheese was the perfect finishing touch. Then there were the plantains. I actually stopped our server to ask, "Do y'all make the plantains from scratch?" They do. And it shows. They were fresh, perfectly cooked, and so good that I kept reaching for another one. Honestly, they may have been my favorite thing on the table. The steak was cooked exactly medium, had a great char, and was full of flavor. Portions were generous across the board, which is always a win because leftovers are basically tomorrow's gift to yourself. The spinach artichoke dip surprised me. If you're someone who genuinely loves spinach, you'll probably be very happy because spinach definitely got top billing in that relationship. It tasted incredibly fresh, and it made me realize I apparently prefer my artichokes to be just a little more competitive. The service was warm and welcoming all evening. I ordered a red sangria that never quite found its way to the table, but honestly, by the end of the meal I was so full that my stomach had already voted "maybe next time." One of my favorite parts of the evening was learning more about San Martín's history. Knowing it began in Guatemala and is especially known for its bakery and breakfast immediately put breakfast on my "I need to come back for this" list. By the end of the meal, we were full, happy, and already talking about what we'd order next time. That's usually the sign of a restaurant I'll happily recommend. Beautiful atmosphere. Fresh food. Generous portions. Outstanding plantains. I'd give San Martín a solid 9 out of 10, and I'm already looking forward to coming back.

I absolutely LOVE San Martin and I honestly do not know why I have yet to come back sooner!…read more I recently popped back into San martin after not being there for a while, and OMG! I was instantly reminded why it is such a Dallas GEM! I did not pop in to eat this time, but to find a nice spot to work with a friend on our laptops and yap over a coffee! And while we weren't planning to do much, the experience was still a 10/10! I ended up ordering a White Chocolate latte and it was AMAZING! You can tell they actually put time and effort into their coffee and lattes! Everything is also brewed fresh! Which I love! My friend ordered a artesian hot chocolate and wow! It was probably some of the best hot chocolate I have ever had! It was def made with real cocoa! We did end up splurging on some pastries, because DUH! It's it so hard to ignore the bakery section when it is so stunning and filled with beautiful baked goods! I got a oreo croissant and tortuga concha! I did not eat them (My bf did) but they looked so great! I did try my friends banana custard filled bread and that was great! I would go back for it! Overall, we ended up sitting inside of their beautiful space for hours, just talking and catching up! It was amazing and comfy! We def want to return for some of their dinner and drink specials too! Highly recommend!

I really can't say enough good things about Village Baking Co. It is easily one of my favorite…read morespots now. Everything I tried was absolutely top-tier. I started with the croque monsieur, and it was exactly what I was craving. The cheese was perfectly melted and bubbly, and that hint of dill on top really pulled it all together. I also grabbed a slice of the lorraine quiche, which was incredibly savory with a crust that was so buttery and flaky it practically melted in my mouth. For dessert, the chocolate kouign-amann was a total standout, super crispy on the outside with those rich, sweet layers inside. I paired it with an iced chai latte, which was perfectly spiced and not overly sweet. They have a small outdoor seating section that is perfect for catching some fresh air while you eat. The whole experience felt so authentic and high-quality. I am already looking forward to my next visit!

Running errands Sunday and had to stop to get some coffee place I had passed by many times but…read morenever came. Today was perfect day they were open and having fresh items and the coffee smells amazing as soon as you're walking. In a beautiful style baked goods as well as carrot cake, cinnamon rolls, and that kind of dish which I did not think at this visit, but they sure looked beautiful.

I came here early evening after exploring downtown Dallas and was pleasantly surprised by this…read morebakery. They have a couple of tables outside and plenty of seating inside. I was eyeing some of the baked goods and asked the staff their recommendations. Clay recommended several options and I went with the blueberry scone heated up. Village Baking Boulangerie fits well in the Bishop Arts District. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. I had a great conversation with Clay and look forward to returning when I'm in the area. The blueberry scone satisfied my sweet tooth and was filling.

Great pastries and Coffees. Great relaxing atmosphere. Love eating on the small little deck. The…read moreonly issue I have is them allowing dogs inside the business. Big shedding fluffy "non medical assistant, non military assistant " dogs. Stop allowing dogs into your business shedding all over the sticky pastries for a patron to consume. Have a big sign on the front door and enforce it! Otherwise people will continue to think they can do what the hell they want to without any regards to your paying patrons. That is the only issue I have. Otherwise, keep up the good work.

About: "Le Rêve" translates to "The Dream" in French. Le…read moreRêve Gelato & Pâtisserie was established by Andy Pham | @_AndyPham_ in 2022, driven by his passion for French pastries and European desserts. He has created modern, upscale desserts in Dallas that offer a truly delightful experience for anyone who visits. The menu features specialty coffees, including Vietnamese Arabica, artisanal gelato and sorbets, and handcrafted pastries. Le Rêve Gelato & Pâtisserie focuses on using high-quality ingredients to craft innovative desserts that are not only visually appealing and delicious but also provide a unique experience. Things We Liked: Blueberry Cheesecake - Cheesecake aux Myrtille Lemon - Citron Jaune Raspberry - Framboisier Pistachio Coconut - Pistache Location: 5321 E Mockingbird Ln, Suite 135, Dallas, TX 75206 S/O to Andy, Melanie, and Daisy for the delicious and delightful afternoon and amazing service! See for yourself! Follow @LeReveGP on IG for tasty offerings and updates!

Le Rêve Gelato & Pâtisserie is such a cute little dessert spot in Dallas! The pastries are…read moreabsolutely beautiful and almost too pretty to eat. They have a great variety of French-inspired pastries, croissants, macarons, and gelato, with unique flavors that make it fun to try something different. Everything feels very elevated and thoughtfully made, and the pastries aren't overly sweet, which I really enjoyed. The presentation is definitely part of the experience, and the cozy atmosphere makes it a great spot for a quick dessert date or coffee and a sweet treat. If you're in Dallas and love trying unique pastries and desserts, I definitely recommend stopping by Le Rêve!

Emporium Pies has been on my list for so long that when I randomly came across this location, I…read morewasn't going back home (Oklahoma) without having it. Staying open late worked in my favor as I got through DJing a show. The establishment is modeled like it's someone's house who just wanted to turn it into a food spot. Very welcoming, the lady at the register who took my order was nice. While every selection made it hard for me to choose from, I ended up going with the Cloud 9 - butterscotch, caramel, brown sugar meringue. I took the slice to go as I was heading back to Tulsa. It was so good. Every bite. I couldn't get enough. The combination of those 3 components went well together. As I was looking up the menu on their website, I noticed that none of the selections were the same from when I had my slice. That indicated to me that they have a rotating menu. That's going to make me a returning customer because I can have something new to look forward to.

Their pies are so good. I would definitely recommend coming here! They have so many variety of pies…read moreand we are so glad we made the trip. What we ordered: - Dapper Apple Pie - Key Lime Pie

Lots of people going in and out to hang, study, or do business work. Thus, I had high expectations…read morebut was disappointedly met below the bar. Low quality drinks (powder, generic syrup flavoring). Their bar workstation was insanely packed and dirty with large jugs of all sorts of colors. Some breads look like they were doused in food coloring while others had yummy representation. The apple pie bread was good and dense. Cake slices are good, not too sweet, and affordable compared to its well-known Asian bakery stores like 85C, PB, etc. I got the Oreo cheesecake and it was yummy, except no trace of cheesecake was found. The girls working looked like they hate their lives and radiated that energy off to me. Meh.

I met up with some friends to Journal at this location. There was plenty of space for us to craft…read more The music was great and the people were kind. Originally, I ordered a strawberry Matcha. I did not end up liking the Matcha. The staff were kind and let me replace it for a black peach tea, which was phenomenal. I also ate a Nutella bun shaped like a bear. The bear was very cute, but it was delicious as well. I would definitely come back for the service and the food!

Upscale French themed vibe with gorgeous art and delicious baked goods. Staff was friendly and…read moreattentive. Missing French pastries after my trip to France Came here and tried Mango matcha iced drink was okay. Hard to eat mango slices with ice in the way Banana bread was amazing - caramelized on the top with banana and inside. Moist and full of flavor in every bite (would get again) Coconut passion fruit cake slice - delicious and full of passionfruit flavor which is hard to find (would get again) Apple monkey bread - great with syrup but not as apple-heavy flavor as I'd like it. Sold me on the appearance tho

Super yummy pastries and beautiful inside. Staff was super friendly and even gave me a free pastry…read moreto try, the blueberry cream cheese danish is SO YUMMY def recommend, will def come back to try more.

Amazing pastries, currently sold inside Buzz and Bustle coffee shop. Pros: Unique flavors and so…read moredelicious! Cons: Parking garage is only free for 1 hour (flat $3 after), hard to find, limited pastry selection. I got the blueberry scone, danish with asparagus, croissant, and the curry potato hot pocket (ranges from $3.75 - $4.50). All of them were delicious! Possibly the best pastries in the area?!?!? Friendly service by the Buzz and Bustle staff who patiently explained each pastry flavor, and I conveniently tried their cappuccino, which tasted great. Plenty of cafe seating inside and outside. The parking garage elevator/stairs is close to the shop, so getting in and out once you know the layout is not bad. Due to the limited selection depending on when you go, I would ignore what's listed on the website and just be ready to try whatever they happen to have available that day. Can't wait to come back to try more!

You know the food is amazing!! The croissants are never…read morelacking in Quality especially when they do not have to be fully heated up. Though it brings them to another level they are the best croissants. The service is hit or miss for because its inside a cafe since its the cafe staff thats heat them up sometimes the croissants taste better but they are never a miss when evaluating them on taste and quality.

The pastries were fantastic and there were so many great options to choose from. The space itself…read moreis beautiful, bright, and inviting, and it's in such a great area. Definitely a nice spot to grab a pastry and coffee--we'll be back!

Years ago I used to buy bread from this place, and now they seem to have locations all over the…read morecity, so I figured it had to still be good. Had to stop by. We went in the afternoon and they were fully stocked with pastries. We tried the blueberry financier, croissant, chai latte, and matcha. Unfortunately, nothing tasted particularly fresh. The croissant especially missed the mark for me--none of the flaky, buttery layers I expect from a good French-style croissant. The chai was watery, and the matcha tasted mostly like milk with a hint of green coloring. Honestly, the mint-green color told me everything before I even took a sip. The location is great, the décor has a cute Parisian feel, and the staff was helpful, but overall it just didn't do it for me. I probably won't return.

I'm really glad I gave this place another chance! I love the neighborhood and love the patio…read moreseating. I met my buddy here last Saturday morning and I purchased the quiche again. This time it was so fresh and flavorful and not too moist, crust wasn't tough - it was delicious!! So sad that I didn't remember to take a photo before I gobbled it up! My bestie ordered a blueberry muffin, then later a croissant sandwich. I didn't try them, but she loved them both. I ordered a latte and it was so good that I returned for another. We enjoyed our visit, people-watching and catching up. The place was very clean although small but most customers seemed regulars and just walked up with their dogs and/or kids and left, so mostly live close-by, it seemed. How nice to take a short stroll to retrieve a delicious treat. Can't wait to visit here again!

We were looking for pastries to bring home for dessert and we discovered Village Baking…read more You could just smell the love as you walked through the door. There was a huge assortment of danish, butterfly cookies, and a variety of other baked goods. We debated about which ones to buy and picked out our favorites. They were delicious and freshly made. Service was great and they were very patient as we tried to make up our mind on which pastries we were going to buy. Prices were average for what you would expect for a homemade pastry shop. The shop had a comfy feel with cute tables and posters on the wall. We would definitely go back for more baked goods.Yum!