First time at Maison Alyzée was on the evening of Thursday, October 26, 2023. Ray, Pete and I walked in shortly before 9 PM for some caffeine after our dinner event at Rise Pizzeria, just down the street. Maison Alyzée is a French fine pastry bakery café located on downtown Burlingame's main strip. Dedicated to providing customers with a Parisian escape through handcrafted elegant pastries and artisanal breads, the bake shoppe doubles as pâtisserie and boulangerie, priding itself on meticulous attention to detail. Upon entry, we were welcomed by a brightly lit and very clean venue. Ray and I were immediately drawn to the beautiful marble-topped white counter that encased a gorgeous variety of exquisite treats. The commitment to the elegance of French culture and modern creativity were evident in every luxurious pastry and cake on display. Maison Alyzée is an order-at-the-counter establishment, so we made our purchase with a friendly staff member at the register. Unfortunately, we were told that espresso drinks were no longer available that night since the staff had already begun cleaning the machines. Ok....I never understand businesses that start shutting down things before closing time. This just shows customers that team convenience of closing shop quickly takes precedence over customer experience, essentially omitting availability of items from the menu while they are still open. For this reason, I am docking a star. Luckily, they still had some cold brew available, so I ordered a Lavender Cold Brew with oat milk. Heads-up: Plant-based milks like almond and oat milk incur a $0.75 surcharge. I wish that the lavender was more like a simple syrup, so that the flavour was sweeter and less sharp. Maison Alyzée also offers a selection of breakfast, lunch, and brunch options. I definitely need to return to try one or two or a few of their ostentatious delights. read more

Maison Alyzée - Front entrance - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Living on the Peninsula, we have plenty of options for exceptional coffee and pastries, which is why the overall experience matters. I visited Maison Alyzee in Burlingame on a Saturday morning, and while the pastries were good, the service felt cold and dismissive. There was no rush, yet the staff was not warm or welcoming. I asked for my raisin au pain to be warmed up, and after waiting outside for about 10 minutes with no update, I went back in to ask. The response was "It's in the oven" was delivered rudely, as though my simple question was an inconvenience. Even when a café is busy, basic courtesy and communication should not be optional. Good food deserves to be matched by good hospitality. read more

My friend and I stopped by to catch up and chose this place because it stays open late and has a relaxed atmosphere. I ordered a tea, and my friend chose something from the fridge. Thankfully, we didn't order any food or desserts, or coffee. While we were there, I witnessed something that was extremely concerning. A staff member came out of the kitchen wearing disposable black black gloves and walked into the restroom. Several minutes later, he came out still wearing the same gloves and immediately went to the dessert display case. He then rearranged individual desserts inside the display touching everything with the same gloves, then he grabbed a green towel from the espresso station to wipe down the glass, and even used that same towel to wipe the floor and wall around the case. Afterward, he folded the towel and placed it back on the espresso machine's frother area. Throughout all of this, he never changed his gloves after leaving the restroom. Basic food safety and hygiene practices are important for a reason, and it was unsettling to see such a lack of care. My friend and I were very relieved that we hadn't ordered any desserts or coffee. Overall, this was disappointing and left us with serious concerns about the establishment's hygiene standards. read more

I got a a cannel de Bordeaux it was alright would have been better with custard filling for $5 The other deserts looked good but no pricing on anything ! I would return but suggesting pricing on items read more

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I love desserts and I love pistacchio flavors - this 100% pistacchio cake is just magnificent! Perfect, I would say, crunchy on the outside, creamy icing on top, and not too sweet. Their flan is unique, but also superb as well as the chocolate cake. Staff were helpful and pleasant, spacious area. read more

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I remember back when I first discovered Maison Alyzee, I was almost instantly intrigued. The cute decor and outdoor seating for starters, but, more significantly, how good their array of pastries and sweet treats looked. So good, in fact, that it was also readily apparent that they weren't cheap. Not a problem in and of itself, but certainly so when the overall experience falls so disappointingly short... Given how different they are compared to the majority of bakeries and patisseries in this part of the Bay Area (even for Burlingame), Maison Alyzee is a great addition to Burlingame Ave. While their selection of goodies includes a number of classic offerings (croissants, almond croissants, pain au chocolat, kouign amann, etc.), they also have a lot of lesser seen items, as well as a variety of gorgeous looking desserts, like tiramisu, pies, cakes, tarts, galettes, cookies, and macarons. In addition, they have a handful of hot offerings, like omelettes, quiche, and croque monsieur/madame, as well as sandwiches, salads, and even some breakfast combos (pastry and drink). -- LEMON TART Not too shabby, though, I wouldn't say it was among the best I've had. The lemon curd had a nice tartness and consistency to it and I thought the crust was solid. That said, I thought it had a bit too much meringue, as all that sweetness overshadowed the lemon curd. -- STRAWBERRY FRUIT TART Not sure they make this anymore (they've only had mixed berry the last few times I've stopped in), but this was actually my favorite thing I've tried. The strawberries were super fresh, the custard was creamy and not too sugary, and the buttery crust was terrific! -- MARBLE QUATRE QUART CAKE Nothing amazing, but nothing to complain about either. While I wish the marbling had been better and that the flavors had been stronger, the taste of the vanilla and chocolate complemented each other really well. Plus, the cake was surprisingly moist, too. -- KOUIGN AMANN I was super hopeful for this one, but it was a bust. The bottom (top?) had a gooey, caramelized crust and the dough was nicely layered, but everything else was a miss for us. The texture of the dough bordered on dry, especially the outside, and this tasted shockingly bland. -- RASPBERRY PISTACHIO NEST On the plus side, this was pretty unique and I liked how the sweetness of the raspberry complemented the pistachio's more savory flavor. On the other hand, it felt like this had a disproportionate amount of dough relative to the amount of filling you get. One thing about Maison Alyzee that feels rather nonsensical to me is their ordering process. The front portion of their display case/counter is full of their various pastries yet none of them are labeled, so there is no way to tell what their more unique offerings are or how much they cost. Sure, the workers are happy to help, but, a lot of times, your turn comes up when you're close to the register, so you have to awkwardly squeeze by everyone to go back to point out what you want (and then squeeze by again) or try to describe what they looked like. It'd sure be helpful if they posted a copy of the menu on that end of the counter instead of leaving them at the register (unless we just didn't see it). As for the actual service, the workers themselves are friendly enough, but it feels inconsistent and rather slow/inefficient. The times I've picked up stuff to-go, I've been in and out in a breeze. However, we dined in this time and even though the place didn't look particularly busy, it still took a curiously long time for us to get our two coffees and two pastries...the latter of which were even warmed up! The couple ahead of us in line had to wait even longer for their order, which was similar to ours, yet another person that came in after us got her pastry and coffee just a few minutes after ordering and sitting down. Weird. Given how I've found Maison Alyzee's desserts and sweet confections to be far more successful, I'd definitely be more inclined to come back for those than the pastries or some of their other dishes. Along those lines, plus points for staying open (relatively) late until 9pm, which makes this place an option for a small dessert. However, even then, it doesn't make up for how expensive so many things are, either. THREE AND A HALF STARS rounded down. read more

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Street parking Ordered ahead to get the traditional French pastry Galette de rois Flaky and sweet with fève Thank you! read more

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We loved everything we ordered and its great that it's open till late so we could enjoy our pastry dessert and coffee after dinner at a nearby restaurant. Cozy chic spot right in the heart of Burlingame :) loved the friendly service, good quality products and clean premises. They had both inside and outdoor seating which was very inviting. In $50 (before tip) we got: - cappuccino - 5/5 - hot and great taste. Perfect portion size. No need to add sugar as it paired great with the desserts just like that - signature chocolate tart - 5/5 - this was surprisingly good. I hope i got the name right. Delicious and dense dark chocolate wooed me in - fruit tart - 5/5 - kiddo loved it and it had good quality berries - chocolate eclair - 5/5 - fancy looking and filled with chocolate. Great texture! Definitely coming back for more soon. The macaroons and coffee eclair looked tempting as well. read more

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Another day, another perfect eating experience at Maison Alyzée! New Lunar Year Mandarine Sesame Croissant with French organic butter, Mandarine Confit, Sesame & Opalys Valrhona white chocolate ganache, Sesame seeds. Vanilla Latte and Water to go with. DELICIOUS! Perfect service, and a beautiful location in Burlingame California while sitting at the window watching the good people and doggos. You'll want to enjoy Maison Alyzée too! read more

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Came here on a Sunday afternoon for a cup of coffee and maybe a pastry. Nothing really catches my eye in the pastries case but I thought a lemon tart would usually be a safe choice. It was a small tart and the cashier told me it is $9. The best lemon tart I've had from Loquat is almost double in size for $8 so no thanks, I opted out. I decided to get an iced flat white and that was solid and pretty strong. read more

Maison Alyzée - Iced Flat White - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

The quality of the pastries are amazing! Cute shop with European feel if you sit outside. Workers are friendly. I advise going earlier in the day for more selection. I went near closing time. Was still able to walk away with a chocolate, hazelnut and pistachio based pastry. read more

Maison Alyzée - Hazelnut, pistachio, chocolate pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Fancy French Patisserie (Dessert Place) with Coffee. Excellent pastries! Friendly, attentive service. Perfect place for a quick after dinner date. We had the Lemon Meringue here. Each of their wide varieties of desserts is beautifully executed. I'd come here more often if my waistline would let me! Next time, I'll try their Tiramisu, or one of their Pistachio-based desserts. Definitely worth a visit and a great place to finish off the evening after a meal and a stroll from anywhere nearby. They do catering too, and I think they would do a fantastic job.. Hey Transit Fans! Take the Caltrain here to the Historic Burliingame Depot, and walk the two blocks to get here.. It's awesome! No Transit, No problem! Plenty of parking here for your personal round-wheeled conveyance, whether it be an automobile, bike or most anything else. Public parking lots abound.. Nice job, Burlingame! read more

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We went to Maison Alyzée today and it's become one of our go-to spots. We've been a few times for pastries, and when the weather's nice, sitting outside at their little tables really gives that French bistro, European vibe. We came on a Saturday around 7pm and there was no line but the place was lively, we got lucky and didn't have to wait, probably because most people were still at dinner. Fork ordered: Tiramisu and a latte The latte was good. Nothing to get excited over, but well made. The tiramisu is a standout. It has this nice crunchy chocolate shell on the outside with a smooth, creamy center and just the right hint of coffee. As a tiramisu fiend, this is one I'd absolutely come back for. Spoon ordered: French flan I don't usually go for flan, but this one is different!!! I do absolutely love the custard layer in a fruit tart, so imagine that with a firmer texture and a richer vanilla flavor. It sits in this perfectly thin, almost hidden pie-like crust. It's honestly divine and highly recommended. Before we leave, we typically get a treat for the next morning to have with our chai. I love the banana bread and Fork goes for the croissant. Overall, such a charming spot for dessert and coffee, especially if you can grab a table outside. read more

Maison Alyzée - Tiramisu, Vanilla flan, & Latte - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

French patisserie, not so sweet but worth coming back always- i hope they keep their black forest beyond Christmas season read more

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Delicate and pretty pastries. This is a chic cafe with a friendly vibe. The service was quick, the staff actually knew what they were serving read more

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My wife came and got some deserts from Maison Alyzée to go. She got: 100% pistachio - 5 / 5 The pastry had a nice grinded pistachio in them which was thick. While it is a cake like desert, the texture was a little closer to a brownie instead. It wasn't very sweet and I am okay with it because the pistachio taste was amplified but if you are looking for something sweeter, this may not be the one for you. Thick chocolate cake? - 4 / 5 It tasted good. The chocolate was thick and strong. If you're a chocolate lover, this one is for you. This chocolate taste is most likely something you have had before so it's not earth shattering. Yet, this mini cake is still a solid choice to be had. Maison Alyzée offers some of the most unique desert that you don't find just anywhere. You can tell from the desert that the pastry chef definitely honed in on their craft to create unique deserts. Yes, it may taste familiar to things you have had in the past but you've probably never seen it displayed in a shop and that's not mass produced. Yes, the desert here is not cheap but this store would be the representation of you pay what you get. read more

Maison Alyzée - Chocolate cake? and 100% pisachio cake - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

This is my favorite dessert spots in the Bay Area! Their desserts are out of the world and not too sweet ( the ultimate Asian compliment). My favorite dessert here is their pistachio cake which is decadent, nutty, creamy and just pure perfection. They use high quality ingredients that really shine through in each cake. The matcha raspberry, which is also tasty, consists of fresh raspberry jam which is encased by a light fluffy matcha cake. Their dark chocolate cake is delectable with its soft texture that just melts in each bite. Service is always friendly here and I love that you can just sit down and enjoy the treats while getting work done. read more

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The triple chocolate croissant was so good. Wish more places sold it! It's basically a regular chocolate croissant but fully covered with a thin, smooth layer of chocolate on the outside and a bit of chocolate filling inside. The croissant itself was soft and slightly flaky. Surprisingly despite all this, it still didn't taste overly sweet or rich. read more

Maison Alyzée - Indoor seating - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Heard good things about this place. Walked in on a Thursday morning and it smelled amazing. The display of pastries looked too good to be real. Decided on a few items for breakfast with a colleague. Our favorite was the chocolate croissant, it wasn't overly sweet and could have had more chocolate. The staff was attentive and friendly, definitely worth a second and third visit to try more pastries. read more

Maison Alyzée - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

My granddaughter had a dance tournament in Burlingame and my daughter went a bought some pastries from here. I had this rose design pastry and had something in it. It was so delicious. She had bought other stuff too and they were all delicious. read more

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Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Stumbled upon this cute upscale cafe in burlingame ave! They had an assortment of cakes and pastries to choose from. Matcha Raspberry: 4/5 This cake looked sooooo cute and it was matcha flavored, I had to get it. It was good but a little heavy for an early morning. The raspberry filling was very tart. Strawberry Cake: 4/5 Excellent in taste, cute in size and presentation but it was just a little heavy for me. Almond Chocolate Croissant: 4/5 Yum! read more

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Oh my gosh, we loved this place! They had so much of an amazing selection of desserts that we couldn't even choose! We loved the three flavors of buche de Noel that they had. The people that worked there were really nice and the whole store had a great ambience. I love that I could bring my dog in and everybody loved my dogs. I had been dying to try a Paris Brest and I got one now. I didn't really like it that much but I was just happy to be able to have one. The coffee was really good. Very happy read more

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I stumbled upon this place after visiting Janie and Jack with my 3 year old. The male staff were much friendlier and offered free treats for my daughter. We finished all of our pastries before leaving the store. We ordered tiramisu, fruit tart, 6 piece macaron and new years cake. We actually swung by again the day after because we were craving for the croissant. read more

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We got a Paris Brest cake for a birthday. Maison Alyzée was easy to work with and communicates well. It was easy to pick up the cake too. The quality of the cake was OUTSTANDING. I will think about this cake for weeks. The choux was perfect, soft but slight crust on it. The hazelnut praline cream was so delicious, sweet, and you get bits of crunch from real hazelnut. It was so exquisite. They execute so well. If you're looking for a cake for a special occasion, I highly recommend Maison Alyzée! read more

Maison Alyzée - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

Maison Alyzee has delicious pastries and a very welcoming ambiance. Parking in downtown Burlingame can be a bit tough, but at the very least it is free on Sundays (and if you do end up paying, it's only around $1 an hour). I purchased the kouign amann for my boyfriend to try, and we were blown away by how well laminated the dough is. There is some form of sugar glaze on top of the pastry that gives it a delicious photogenic sheen and satisfying crunch that adds to the fluffy texture of the pastry's interior. They offer a handful of tarts and cake slices that are similarly delicious, I've tried their cheesecake before and it is the perfect creamy texture without being too dense or too airy. read more

Maison Alyzée - Pastry display - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Picked up some delicious pastries for Thanksgiving with the family. This is a belated review for one of our favorite cafes for basic pastries like croissants to intricate cakes and tarts. We love any of their pistachio items and their pastries with black sesame or tea are always amazing! read more

Maison Alyzée - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

A strong contender for good croissants in the Peninsula, but still not quite as good as Arsicault. However, it works in a pinch if I don't want to make the long trek to the city. I usually come earlier in the day, where there's more selection, but also less chance of fruit flies hovering around the pastries. It's less of an issue during the colder winter months though. The cakes are pretty good! Not super sweet, and I actually like the pineapple passionfruit one a lot. read more

Delicious and adorable looking cakes and viennoiseries. Great service too. Quite a treat. read more

Maison Alyzée - Lemon tart + Pistachio cake - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

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First off, I wanted to try every single thing they had. But I got the rasp/pistachio tart and the Mille Fruielle and omg those were so tasty. They were quick and friendly. Have a nice little seating area as well. I am surprised it took me so long to get in there to try it. read more

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Good place for coffee. They have tempting desserts but not as good as they look. Friendly staff and service were excellent. They have great and modern interiors. They have outdoor sitting also. Overall it's nice but I would need more recommendations for the desserts. read more

Maison Alyzée - Flat white and vanilla latte coffee with chocolate croissant. - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

I wanted a sweet treat so I indulged in these pastries. The matcha raspberry was my favorite, but overall these pastries are definitely top tier. They are more on the expensive side but well worth it if you're into desserts! I will definitely come back to try others. The cafe is also very cute and cozy if you're looking to dine in. read more

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Overall cakes are pretty and pretty good (depends on which one you get) We came on a saturday afternoon, wait to order went by fast but the wait for our drink and cakes too awhile but understandable since they were pretty busy - tiramisu: pretty good, I like the thin chocolate layer on the outside but nothing too special or unique from other tiramisu that I have had 7/10 - matcha cake: I am a bit disappointed in this one, this one was so pretty but taste was kind of sad. The cake layer that surrounds the outside was dry and the inside was still a little frozen, but the raspberry jam inside was pretty good, not too sweet but also pretty fruity 6/10 - pistachio cake: this one was the best. I love the three different layers it had (the cream on top, mousse in the middle, cake on the bottom) pistachio flavor was on point, if I come back, I would definitely get this one 9/10 read more

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If you want delicious variety of beautiful art form desserts too good to eat, this is the place to check out. Great Parisian ambiance with outdoor seating as well. Very friendly service and fresh bakery selection. read more

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While walking around Downtown Burlingame, we passed by this French bakery. Their pastry case looked beautiful so I made a mental note to return after brunch. Order at the register, get your #, and find a table inside or in the patio. Food & drinks will be brought to you. *Coffee* Latte ($5.65): +Drinkable temperature: Hot, but doesn't burn your mouth/tongue +Cute latte art -Espresso was weak. Lavender Latte ($6.25): +Drinkable temperature: Hot, but doesn't burn your mouth/tongue +Cute latte art -Espresso was weak and there wasn't much lavender flavor. *Pastries* Raspberry Matcha ($11.50): +Most matcha baked goods are mild in flavor, but this ganache was strong and earthy. +Raspberry coulis was tart and balanced the sweetness. +Gold flakes added a luxe touch to this beautiful dessert. -The outer layer was dry and didn't taste like matcha. St. Barth ($12.50): +Named after Saint Barthelemy Island in France, this dessert definitely exuded island vibes with the tartness from the lime & passion fruit and the sweetness from the mango. +Gold flakes added a luxe touch to this beautiful dessert. -Lime madeleine biscuit was hard and didn't taste like lime. Side notes: 1.) Restrooms available for customers. 2.) Walking distance from Burlingame Caltrain Station *Verdict: 3.5 stars rounded up to 4 d/t service. The lady who was helping us was friendly, answering questions I had about the items and providing us with extra utensils. If I was in the area, I'd return to try more pastries but pass on the coffee. read more

Maison Alyzée - Raspberry Matcha - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Solid patisserie shop in Burlingame with indoor and outdoor seating. Each little cake is priced between $11-13 and I ordered the pistachio, matcha raspberry, passiano, and this chocolate cake. Flavors are pretty good and well balanced, my favorite was the pistachio. read more

Maison Alyzée - 100% Pistachio, Matcha Raspberry, Passiano - Bakeries Near Me - Burlingame, California

Update 2 years later: still love the beautiful classy ambiance, bright well lit interior. Had coffee and a pastry here while waiting for car service. I was pleased to see the pastries now served on a plate with silverware and the coffee came in a beautiful large cup and saucer. Plate did have a big chip on the side though; I was a bit surprised it's still being used. Pastries would still benefit from being warmed. Taking it home would let me really unlock that last level of buttery deliciousness. But sometimes I just want to sit in the cafe and feel fancy - too bad it's at the cost of a cold pastry! read more

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Clean aesthetics and good vibes definitely. I love their pastries... the service could be better read more

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Beautiful and classy interior with free wifi and plenty of seating. The pastries are all beautiful and well designed, with very delicate flavorings and classic pastries. Every single time I frequent here no matter the time, there is no shortage of customers. Slightly pricey but worth the cost for a sweet treat finely made. read more

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I really like this place for coffee and pastries. The quality is very good. However, the service is pretty bad. They always have a long slow line and aren't good about cleaning up tables . It looks like they have people doing too many different things like serving, cashier or making drinks so it's inefficient. This last time they took forever when it wasn't too busy and forgot the order. I had to ask and they went back to get it. I've been to the other location too. Like I said, the coffee and pastries are very good but it's very expensive and the service makes it not worth it. read more

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Wanted to give them a shout out for an amazing birthday cake! I ordered the Signature Chocolate Tart 10/12 p which was actually big enough to serve 20+ slices Everyone loved the cake - the flavors were just amazing and some of the best chocolate i have had read more