Ordered a carrot sheet cake and a cheesecake for my son's baby shower 3 days ago. Wanted to show…read morethe actual quality of cheesecake we received. I thought they had messed up and gave us a chocolate cheesecake but in fact this is our order-- a bit burnt. Very disappointed as they said they are all like that and no I couldn't switch out for a less "overcooked " one. blueberries with stems--i hope washed first before they were thrown on. This place is over rated and overpriced. I had doubts when I walked into the sparse and dingy store but was pressed for time. Never again.

Luz and her staff are friendly, professional, and do amazing cakes!…read moreI took a Pinterest pic to Luz and she exceeded my expectations! The cake turned out amazing and delicious!

I had a delicious cherry croissant and clam chowder bread bowl at this cafe. My boyfriend…read morethoroughly enjoyed the free hot coffee they had at this location! The cherry croissant was perfectly buttery and flaky, with the acidity of the cherry adding just the right kick to this breakfast pastry. I was initially hesitant on getting the clam chowder at a bakery and was thinking of getting it at a seafood restaurant on Cannery Row, but the reviews were glowing and the price was reasonable. I'm glad I took a chance on it, because the bowl was chockful with clams, potatoes, celery, and a briny creamy seafood broth base. The ambiance in this bakery is great- there's a beautiful wall mural on the back wall of this bakery and lots of inside seating. Don't miss out on this spot!

This was my fav French bakery and was very popular spot abt 20 years ago. I remember their fresh…read moresandwiches, almond croissant-super popular, and chocolate cake! Recent visit to Monterey, I went to have my fav but wow.. all the pastries were flat. They were not risen they all looked cheap, pretending to be french pastries... and chocolate cake and the rest did not look french at all. In good french bakery will never advertise $30 for 5 pastries. We ordered cappuccino and cafe a'laite . Worst ever. Bitter and tasted cheap cheap coffee. This is not french bakery/patisserie it was once. I doubt that it is under the same ownership. So very disappointing.

Beautiful works of art! So impressed with her fruit mousse. We got one of each style: banana,…read moreraspberry, and mango. I would say that each one is distinctive but the flavors were on point. Favorite was actually the banana for me. Least favorite (though their most popular seller) is the mango... the flavors just didn't hit right. Honestly, two people can split one easily. I thought the server was very engaging and welcoming. I was initially a little sticker-shocked by the prices ($13-$15each) but once you realize how much work goes into making the flavors and painting each one, it is truly dessert art. Brava!

A cute little bakery with cute artistic designs. I was in the area for work and wanted to try the…read moreviral dessert cakes. They had great flavor and creative in designs, however the prices were a bit steep for a 3 bite dessert. Was it worth exploring? Yes, because some of the flavors were on point. The raspberry was a bit over powered by a vanilla flavor but it did taste like real raspberry. The mango was also good but had similarity to the vanilla /candy shell. The banana was the best! Perfectly ripe and sweet. I just don't know if I would go out of way to get more.

Such a good little place ! We had a light and easy lunch- I got the grilled cheese with turkey and…read moreit was so good (avocado, lettuce, turkey, cheese, tomato). And I got a vanilla iced latte and it was pretty tasty! Overall great little place.

Extremely decadent and correct almond paste croissant. The multiple French patisserie on the…read moreMonterey Peninsula is absolutely awesome. This is a good one.

***Please read before going.***…read more Be aware that there are no prices for any of the macaroons in the store. My wife and I went in and ordered 2 truffles, and 10 macaroons. Our total came out to $100... $100!!! I literally left wondering what they heck we ordered.. Now, we're not saying they're not tasty. Although I will say they are nowhere near worth the ~$7 per macaroon. The lady at the front was nice, although she seemed to try and pressure us into buying more and more flavors. Which makes sense- because they expensive as hell. I wish we had read further reviews and asked ahead of time how much they cost. My coworker makes macaroons and they taste incredible- much better than these. Learn from our mistake!

The owner charged me $11.99/ea for a popsicle from a freezer. The store prey on visitors, never go…read moreto the store.

Parker Lusseau Pastries is an absolute hidden gem! The ham and cheese croissant (warmed up) is the…read morebest one I've had! Also love their macarons, apple galette, and croissant- whether it's butter, chocolate, and almond, you can never go wrong! Great service is always happily provided by the staff. Cozy little patisserie alongside the postal service. They have outdoors tables and chairs and street parking.

We were recommended this bakery by a friend who visits Carmel often and really loves it, so we were…read moreexcited to try it while visiting from Texas too. It's a small shop, and since I wasn't sure yet if I wanted a pastry, I ordered a coffee first while my husband looked at the case. One of the women behind the counter told me, "Usually you order pastries first and then we get the coffee at the end." The way it was said immediately made me feel uncomfortable, like I was somehow doing something wrong. I apologized and explained we weren't from here and I wasn't even sure yet if I wanted anything else. Their tone changed after that and became much friendlier, which honestly made the interaction feel even more awkward. My husband ended up ordering pastries, including a chocolate croissant for me, and both the latte and croissant were good. Sometimes the experience matters just as much as the food. It's hard to fully enjoy a place when your first impression made you feel unwelcome. I truly wanted to love this spot because it came so highly recommended as she visited it daily, but I left feeling more embarrassed than excited to return.

Delightful cafe, with delicious pastries, cute tables outside and friendly, helpful staff!…read more We got here a bit later around 11 am so we definitely missed some of the popular items like the ham and cheese croissant. I will try to come earlier and see if they have it next time! I was in the mood for savory not having eaten breakfast yet so the quiche was calling me. This was my first time here and many people ahead of me in line were ordering them. Truthfully I'm not really a quiche person but this one looked divine. Maybe because instead of a slice of quiche it was my own little quiche. It was so savory, flavorful with the perfect balance of goat cheese and tomato! (I got the goat cheese & tomato flavor obv). They also heated it up for me! It was delicious and the crust so flaky. I also got an almond croissant because I love me some almond filling. This too was delicious! It was really cool to try their style of almond croissant which is a flatter style--flaky and moist and crisp. My hubby got the apricot pastry and it was also so good! I am ready to visit here again the next time I'm in Monterey! Hopefully I can snag a table outside this time because it's such a cute outdoor space to eat after getting your pastries.

Been here many times ... Actually EVERYTIME we are I. Monterey!…read more But ... Disappointed this time AND many other times because there were no mention of when they are closed. Just remember, call ahead and follow Instagram Here are their hours for Jan Why? You guessed it, this place is sooooo good that they can afford to NOT WORK and still do well. A must visit when in Monterey.

I stopped by Lafayette Bakery on Memorial Day morning and there were only a few people in line. The…read moreselection of pastries and breakfast items made it so hard to choose because everything looked amazing! I ended up getting the ham and bacon quiche and it did not disappoint. It was flaky, light, and had the perfect crunch. I paired it with a vanilla latte with almond milk, and as a barista myself, I have to say the latte was a 10/10. You can tell it was crafted with care. I enjoyed my breakfast in the patio where they had outside seating, it was clean and very spacious! The service was also great! The barista who took my order was super friendly and made sure I got my items once they were ready. I'll definitely be coming back to try one of their sweet pastries next time!

Massive glass cases filled with fresh French pastries and even a meat filled option or two. I've…read moretried several over many visits and all have been delicious. However---I've eaten pastries in Paris, France and these American made versions seem much less soft. It could be the local water or some other factors. According to Google--there are 4 factors--1. higher fat butter used in France 2. specialized soft flour with no flour additives used in France 3. France has strict baking regulations 4. French people expect hyper fresh artisanal products. This bakery is locally made top quality. There is an outside seating area that's a little shabby and neglected. Very limited indoor seating. Service is ok. But, for someone such as myself, who has travelled around the world, lived overseas as an expatriate, and has formally studied multiple languages in universities in other countries, it's kind of ridiculous for a French girl behind the bakery counter to repress a laugh--that she obviously wanted me to see--at my pronunciation of one of their products. Give me a break! She clearly understood what I said since she retrieved it for me.

Okay, I broke down and had to try the viral crunchy desserts. I went around 12:30 and there were…read moreonly 4 people ahead of me. They had all of the normal sized selection but had ran out of the minis. They said they made 75 mini cups and they all sold out in the first hour!! I didn't really know what to expect but they were really good. Pleasing to the eye, nice crunch and yummy inside sort of like mouse and jam. Definitely high quality and such a neat treat.

I like this little business in Capitol. The bakery looks cute. we try to support the small…read morebusinesses in Santa Cruz. I am a regular customer who buys macarons, honey cake, cookies. They no longer bake custom cakes. This surprised me just Well, since they state on their page that they make cakes for birthdays, weddings, and other celebrations... They took orders for cakes--or rather, you could place an order in advance. The service has become very meager. Prices High--above the level But the taste of the cake isn't the same anymore--it's not what it used to be. I am disappointed in this bakery.

We chose Aubergine in Carmel--led by Chef Justin Cogley--for my wife's birthday/Mother's Day…read morecelebration, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. We began with the "Gift from the Coast," a sequence of five bite-sized starters that showcased beautifully layered coastal flavors. Right away, the crustade, Wagyu tartare, Morro Bay oyster, bluefin tuna, and especially the hamachi stood out as highlights. The progression of courses continued to impress: abalone with heirloom asparagus, kinmedai, and diver scallop each reflected precise technique and pristine ingredients, all rooted in coastal influence. The roasted duck and rib-eye--enhanced with an optional A5 Wagyu addition--felt like a perfect, indulgent transition in the meal. To finish, snap peas with pickled strawberries offered a bright contrast, followed by pumpkin seed ice cream that closed the experience on a thoughtful, refined note. The service team--Joaquin, John, Danny, Vic, and Nishal--elevated the evening with attentive, warm, and seamless hospitality. Their timing and coordination were impeccable throughout. Special thanks as well to Cameron for handling valet parking effortlessly. The dining room itself was immaculate, including the restrooms, and carried a quiet elegance. The custom-made plates and bowls used for each course added another layer to the overall aesthetic and artistry of the meal. It's hard to fully capture how memorable this dinner was, but it easily ranks as one of the best dining experiences I've had.

Highly recommend for a romantic dinner!…read more We came here for Valentine's Day and I was so impressed! Dinner was well paced, the wine pairings were amazing, and the staff were all so kind and friendly.