Ahh Mamie Clafoutis, how you've stolen my heart. Every time I walk in, I just want everything--every pastry, muffin, scone, danish, croissant and cookie, and usually end up leaving with a giant box of their goodies. The variety is truly stunning. I took a hint from all the Yelpers and went for the pistachio croissant and I'm so glad I did. The pistachio croissant is to die for. It is hands down my favorite brainchild of this bakery chain. The croissant is buttery, flaky and crispy and is filled with this sweetened pistachio mixture that is similar to what you'd find in a baklava. I've never had anything like it. The other pastries we tried were also drool-worthy, but none shone as brightly as the croissant.
Their pastries definitely have the upper hand in terms of their offerings. Their coffee is rather lackluster.
Overall, Mamie Clafoutis is the perfect place for an afternoon pick-me-up. They've got plenty of seating and natural light. Personally, I love giving food as gifts and if you're visiting your mother-in-law or catching a friend you haven't seen in a while, a pastry box from Mamie Clafoutis would be the way to go! I shall dream of the pistachio croissant until my next visit to Montreal! read more