Not to be confused with Michaels Nookie Jar, which is sexier. It's been a long time since I first tried Michael's Cookie Jar and I honestly wasn't too impressed by the cookies or the prices of cookies - but having said that they were pretty friendly, and when I say pretty friendly I mean enough so that I would upgrade from 3 stars to 4 stars. Don't take the Michaels, but if you're going to take the Michaels, take the Michaels out of the cookie jar. read more

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I had their HTX and shortbread cookie! OMMGGG soooooo freaking good! And I am a cookie connoisseur! This HTX hits alllllll the right spots if you love a classic choco chip cookie! Plus the shortbread has a slight hint of vanilla and lemon! So yum!!! The service was awesome the ambience felt very cool and laid back! Definitely a cookie spot on my list next time i come back!! read more

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What a delicious treat with a custom UH (Go COOGS!) design. My daughter and our party of guests ate every morsel of our cookie cake this weekend at her graduation party. Thank you to Alyssa for efficiently providing pricing and coordinating the custom design + delivery to The Coffee House at West End where our private event took place (also highly recommend their coffee and event space). Everything arrived on time and was delectable. read more

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I usually like everything from this store. The cookies are always spot on. But I'm real funny about LEMON anything, well i tried the lemon chews: just not enough lemon flavor for me. I stress I'm picky about my lemon. Every other cookie I have tried is great, great customer service. I love the smell of fresh baked cookies when you walk into the store. Right now the store smells like gingerbread, comfortable and cozy for the fall weather we are experiencing. Don't miss out an opportunity to experience some great cookies read more

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I have Too Good to Go, and I decided I wanted to try some cookies from a bakery I never visited before, even if they were day old. I hadn't heard of the company before, so after preordering I checked out their Instagram; their cookie of the month (Campfire) looked sooo good! I went in this morning and was greeted by friendly staff. Pickup was easy, and I also bought a Campfire to snack on. It was just as tasty as I hoped! I opened the bag later to check it out; I had TEN cookies for a low price, which was exciting, including another Campfire. I just ate a peanut butter that had been next to a snickerdoodle a minute ago, and honestly I couldn't tell it wasn't baked 30 minutes ago. Definitely worth a try! read more

Ok so they have an Asteroid cookie that is literally the best cookie I've ever had. Wow -they have the art of cookie making down here! Always have cute seasonal cookies too. read more

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Okay, so much like the other Yelpers have mentioned, this place is definitely a hidden gem. You could easily miss it if you don't know it's there. Which, until today, I always missed it. I often visit the post office that is next door to Michael's Cookie Jar (at least several times a month), and today was the first day that the cool wall graffiti at this establishment caught my eye. As I got closer, I realized that the establishment sold cookies. I made a mental note to stop by once I left the post office today, and I am SO GLAD that I did. At first entry, I was pleased by how clean the place is. Additionally, their selection of cookies are so neatly presented in the case, that all of them draw you in! Another thing to mention, you can see the staff working diligently and efficiently to create new batches of cookies. When trying a new cookie spot, I typically go for snickerdoodle and chocolate chip. I stuck with this duo and Michael's didn't disappoint. The cookie box that carries the cookies includes a label that reads "Made with butter and love"--zero lies spoken. These cookies are insanely delicious and the perfect texture (neither too hard or soft). The cookie size/portion is appreciated as well. I try to be mindful of my sweets intake, but no doubt the next time I'm craving a cookie I'll definitely end up at Michael's Cookie Jar. They offer a happy hour on Monday where you get two cookies for $3, so maybe roll the dice the next time you find yourself in that vicinity on a Monday! read more

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Really pleased with the assistance I received from the hospitality manager Rae. Not only did I feel like my frustration was heard, but I also feel like Rae went above expectations when trying to fix the issue. Although I ultimately wasn't able to get what I wanted (time restraint - my choice), I absolutely still left satisfied and will happily give it another go soon. read more

Stopped by for a quick cookie fix. Reheat the cookies at home for cookie magic! We tried their snickerdoodle, chocolate chip, and double chocolate chip cookies. They tasted so good when we warmed them up upon arriving home. G's favorite was, surprisingly, the snickerdoodle. It was perfection. Normally that's not her favorite flavor at all! Well executed. The chocolate chip and double chocolate flavors were good as well, but the snickerdoodle is a must try! Don't eat them cold though. Warm is better. read more

Best Cookies in Houston. So tasty & fresh. Such a large variety to choose from. Made fresh everyday.

This place has the best cookies and during Pride Month a portion of the Pride cookie sales benefit The Montrose Center! read more

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Soooo good definitely should go and get the cinnamon cookie. Amazing. Incredible cookie was Incredibly incredibly yummy read more

Over dew review was just scrolling and was like oh my God a few months back a friend had sent me a box of these cookies they were so delicious I'm gonna go ahead and order some more now but needed to spread the word in the meantime. I think I'll go for the some of these Christmas cookies I see on the website this time Yum Yum Yum. :) read more

Hell ya Micheal is the best local Cookies in Houston Texas I've ordered from the three locations aroun town. ya I know I do have sweet tooth but why not Live happy sweet cookies and sweet girls that's what makes me feel so happy. Can't wait for my next batch today . read more

Picked up a couple cookies from the too good to go app. Cookies were fresh and buttery, loved the lemon and chocolate pecan cookies. Store is very inviting and cozy too. read more

Ughhhh I wanted to like Michael's SO bad. They're so close to my apartment that they're almost literally in my backyard so I've been wanting to try them ever since I moved here. Yesterday was finally my chance. I walked in in utterly excited. The shop smelled FANTASTIC-- mean, it's a bakery right? I imagine a bakery is what HEAVEN smells like. Mark my words. Anyway, I walked in, saw two workers in the shop and several types of cookies displayed. I was waiting for a "hello, welcome" but never got that. After that, I was at least waiting for an explanation of the special or description of the cookies since they were not labeled. I didn't get that either. Bummer. I hate to be this guy but Customer service is SO important to me. It really makes or breaks my experience almost regardless of the food quality. Maybe the workers were tired and ready to go home or something but still, I didn't feel welcomed. I had to guess and ask questions each time I wanted to make a selection.. What's this cookie? I see a sign saying "special of the day" can you explain? Etc anyway, i chose my cookies and the lady wrapped them up nicely in a cute little box (the best part of the whole experience. Great packaging.). I was so excited to get home and try them. I got: double chocolate, oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip and peanut butter--all the standards and hard to mess up right? Listen, I did NOT enjoy those cookies at all. They were MEDIOCRE at best. Ok, I admit, not everyone can make a good chocolate chip cookie BUT how do you mess up oatmeal raisin? How do you mess up PB? So easy to make. Michael's I was disappointed. read more

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Their Apple Crumb Cookie is 5/5! Too bad its only seasonal. I tried their white chocolate macadamia nut cookie which wad about a 4/5 stars. It was good but it was a bit thin and more nut than chocolate. I may go back up and try a few different ones but I wish there was a larger selection. I drove 30 mins to go here just for the apple crumb. read more

I found Michael's on yelp as I do everything. Other Bakeries were a bit pricey. While I still feel like I paid a lot for cookies I was very satisfied with the end result. I reached out to them to make Peppa Pig cookies for my 3 year olds bday party. I also reached out to them with less than a week of preparation and they were still able to produce. The cookies had a great flavor, all of the guests loved them! read more

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It was a great afternoon snack! My boyfriend and I always stop here for fresh delicious cookies. As tiny and Intimate as the space is, it sure does pack a punch on your senses. All 5! Sight: it as an appealing art work of pastries all on display for the guest to see. Everyone is uniquely made, with love! Taste: the cookie we had were delicious! I had a chocolate pecan cookie that had a soft and crunchy element that made my taste buds crave more. My boyfriend had the oatmeal raisin cookie, I usually dont like raisin oatmeal cookies but this was an exception! It was so good! My favorite of them all is the chocolate asteroid cluster... but they only sell it on fridays and Saturdays. Touch: it was a touching moment for me and the cookies Smell: yoooo, it was so good! If I could smell one thing for the rest of my life, it would be this store Sound: not sure how this relates..lol Staff is friendly. Cookies are stellar quality. Prices, affordable and worth it. Bonus perk: they sell Mexican coke!! read more

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Cookies were so frickin delicious but the staff wasn't pleasant at all. That's the only reason I'm not giving 5 stars. My mom and I visited today, and since it was our first visit, we didn't know which cookies to choose. We both ordered a Fun pack, so we had to decide on 24 flavors, but we felt very rushed to choose our flavors as if we were an inconvenience to the young lady checking us out. There wasn't a line. My mom and I were the only customers in the restaurant the entire time we were there. It's disheartening because the cookies are really delish. I may try their other location, but I'll never return to this one. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar is a hidden gem right behind the Petco ay West University. It is small shop with amazing cookies that range from the classic chocolate chip to beautifully designed sugar cookies. I ordered one chocolate chip cookie with pecans and was blown away by how soft and moist the Cookie was. I also ordered a second cookie and ate it the next day and it was still just as moist. Can't wait to go back and try more cookies when I'm in the area. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Chocolate chip with Pecans - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

This bakery has soft and chewy cookies! Each cookie we tried was very good and they also have some unique flavors of cookies as well. The workers were very nice and if you want warm chocolate chip cookies, they have them here! read more

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I went here to acquire my free cookie for voting today! Yay, I love that they had this initiative! I got the toffee pecan. It was loaded with pecans, and the toffee was melted. I'd say it was exactly what I expected and exceedingly better! I also ordered a coffee but they were out of coffee at this location, which it was advertised, so I will take away 1 star. Support your local cookie jars :D read more

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Snickerdoodles are the BOMB! Crunchy on the outside, with just the perfect amount of sugar and cinnamon coating, soft on the inside, these cookies really satiated the sudden onset of my afternoon snickerdoodle craving. They are also nice and puffy, just the way I like them. 5 fat stars for these delicious snickerdoodles. The normal cookies are 2oz ($1.95 each), but they also sell mini 1 oz cookies at $95c each, great for portion control, or if you want to sample a few different types. However, other cookies that I've tried are average. I came here awhile ago after reading an article on the Houston Chronicle about the best chocolate chip cookie in town, and this place was ranked #3 (following #1 Tiny Boxwoods and #2 Commonbond), but I really wasn't super impressed; it tasted like a very ordinary chocolate chip cookie to me, not bad, but not extraordinary either. I also got to sample some oatmeal raisin cookies, and the experience was the same: not bad, no extraordinary. Nevertheless, these cookies are still better than your neighborhood grocery ones. Cookie Monsters Alert: There's also a cookie card you get for each purchase of a cookie, and you get a free Americana cookie on the fifth purchase. You get two free cookies if the date of the first purchase and the fifth purchase is within 10 days, sweet! Also, they sell day old cookie packs 5 for $4.99 with an assortment of cookies. Too bad they don't have a pack of just snickerdoodles, but I'm definitely coming back to fill my cookie card with more snickerdoodles! read more

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Holy cookie cake Batman! This is by FAR the BEST cookie cake my husband and I have ever had. I placed a same day order on the website for a 12" cookie cake for our 8 year anniversary and they delivered! LITERALLY! I work downtown and opted for the courier option and they delivered my cookie cake before 2pm (mind you, I ordered that same morning!). My husband loves cookie cakes and we've certainly had our fair share. This was absolutely the best. Light and fluffy but still rich and chewy! Even the icing was homemade. You could definitely tell this wasn't some thin cookie cake made ahead of time or topped with some generic too-sweet icing. My mouth is watering just thinking about the other half that's still sitting in our kitchen.... can't say it'll still be there by morning... read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - 12" cookie cake. INCREDIBLE. So delicious. - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

I rarely leave yelp reviews but Michael and his team were so incredible and kind. Michael personally deliver my cookie cake and was so kind. I told him to make the cake obnoxiously girly and he and his team knocked it our of the park. The cookie cake itself was also delicious. Thank you so much Michael's cookie Jar!! read more

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Listen, I'm being so for real right now. These are the best cookies you will ever eat in your life. I had ONE two years ago and have never gone to another cookie place since then. These cookies haunt my dreams and taste buds constantly, and the people who work there are so nice! The owner actually cares about his stores, employees and quality of his cookies. Plus you're supporting a local business??? That's an extra chocolate chunk in the cookie, the m&m is my fav but they're seriously all good 10/10 read more

Great flavors and variety! The chocolate chip is a classic, so the cluster cookie (which is a massive chocolate chip with pecans) was a personal favorite. A must visit for sure. read more

I really enjoy this place and when I want a sweet treat its usually my first stop. First off I love there selection size. I know thats a strange thing to like but I do because the selection isn't huge but everything is a winner. I hate when I go someplace and they have a crapload of options but "you have to know what to get". Michael also has cookies that are only available on certain days to keep you from getting bored. (Smore's cookie on Thursday good gawd!!!) Every time I come to the place the employees are always working. Ive never seen anyone looking at their phone or just hanging around. They're all busy and they still greet you when you arrive. Even Michael works! In my head he was a snoody Parisian pastry chef with one of those tall pastry hats who barks out orders to his under chefs lol. But one day I walked in and there he was, folding takeout boxes and adding the label. Imagine that, Michael of Michaels Cookie Jar folding his own take out boxes! It speaks to his character. I came to know this place through a colleague who spoke about how much he does in the community. The day I saw him folding boxes I knew he was a down home humble guy. I find the service standard. I cant really put my finger on it and thats why I didn't take off any stars. No one is rude or unprofessional and as I said you're always acknowledged when you enter but the service just isn't warm, its lackluster. The people have much better baking skills than they do customer service. All that being said Ive never had anything happen that kept me from coming back. In fact I tell everyone about them and the cookie Gods have rewarded me for this because there is now a location 5 minutes from my home in Tanglewood. Now I can spike my blood sugar whenever I want! read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - 2 Smores and a moon cookie. - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

I noticed the spot while visiting Sweet Moments spa and decided to stop by. The location is very cute, home-y, and there is a clear attempt to make it a space for all customers. Cookies looks great and fresh! I had the cinnamon roll cookie, toffee pecan, and an espresso. The cinnamon roll cookie was pretty amazing and not overly sweet like you might expect. I also love espresso drinks and sweets. ;) I enjoyed it! read more

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ordered the cookie butter King's cake and it was good! I almost finished the cake on my own! Lol. The cookie butter in it was a great addition! I want to try it again but with ice cream on top. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Kings cake with cookie butter - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

BAD COOKIES, WORSE SERVICE. With all of the amazing cookie options out there, I'd kind of forgotten about this place. They reminded me of their existence by texting a $5 coupon (although I never signed up for that), so I made the drive across town to give them another shot. Upon arrival, they were out of almost every single cookie, but since I'd already made the trek, I ordered I think the last two (basic) cookies they had. When I presented their coupon, the cashier informed me I couldn't use it because it was only good for a 4-pack of a certain kind of cookie. I pointed out that not only did it not say those specific instructions on the coupon, even if it had...they were OUT of everything!! She acknowledged both things were true but still wouldn't honor the coupon, and she was completely unapologetic and rude the entire time. No wonder this place is on its last legs. read more

I ordered a cookie cake for delivery from this location. Customer service is above and beyond!!! My cookie cake did not arrive and Sulli was able to contact another location and have another cookie created and delivered within 2 hours. Amazing service and delicious cookies as always! read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Perfect M&M Cookie Cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

They have super cute sugar cookies, as well as other varieties. I'm giving it a 4 for now because I only tried the sugar cookie. I'm sure when I try something else it will be a 5 star spot! read more

There is something so special and pure and true about a really, really good cookie. It just makes me happpy on the rare occasion that I used to enjoy one. Since I've discovered Michael's Cookie Jar, I no longer have to worry about where my next great cookie fix will come from. Michael is a CIA grad pastry chef and was with the Four Seasons for 13 years so he knows all about quality and service. His cookies are simply divine, all-butter, handmade and fabulous. My favorite is the orange shortbread dipped in bittersweet chocolate (oh how I want one this very minute!), the lemon poppy shortbread and the brownies (and I'm really picky about brownies!). He offers all of the traditional favorites (including chocolate chip and oatmeal-raisin) along with biscotti and many wonderful bar cookies. He also does incredible logo-cookies using his splendid sugar cookie as the base. A friend of mine gave them as client gifts over the holidays to rave reviews. Michael's cookies are available for order on his website (www.michaelscookiejar.com) to be picked up from a number of "partnered" locations including Diedrich's on Montrose, Casa Blanca Floral in River Oaks and at House of Coffee Beans in West U. I used to get my fix at McCain's Market in the Heights but since they have closed, I understand Michael is working on a new pick-up location in the Heights. You can also have them mailed or couriered to you. He does gorgeous gift packaging (there is a really cute option for Valentine's!) or simple bakery boxes. The prices are so reasonable for such a quality product. Do yourself a favor and order some for your next party, meeting or just to keep in your freezer for when you need a fix! read more

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I wanted to rate this place higher because it was such a cute little spot. They support the community, as the day I went they were having a kid's day? They had kids in the kitchen, and a bunch outside with a band and games. As far as the cookies go they were very cutely decorated and they have a wide variety of different cookies, but at the end of the day it's just a cookie. So it was hard for my to pay inflated prices for upscale cookies. It's crazy because I am willing to spend a premium for cupcakes, but I guess I'm brainwashed by the media. But this place is definitely a solid cookie jar! read more

Snickerdoodle and chocolate chunk cookies are both AMAZING here. They have that perfect texture on the outside with it being soft on the inside. It almost has a cookie dough consistency. I had two the other day. Even though I knew I would be cheating my diet, I had no regrets!. Follow them on twitter, they give out code words for a free cookie! read more

Best m&m chocolate chip cookie I've ever had. All of the cookies are truly so good. Best cookie place in Htown!

I ordered a cookie cake (same day I needed it), and it was so so yummy! Everyone eating it said it was the best cookie cake they had, and they wanted to know where I got it. Not dry at all. A little soft, which is what I like. Then the frosting was so good. I do not like frosting very much, but this frosting was really good to eat. Highly recommend ordering a cookie cake from Michael's Cookie Jar! Will definitely be a repeat customer. read more

Michael's Cookie Jar - Large Cooke Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Houston, Texas

Michael's Cookie Jar is hidden in the shopping center near Walgreens, Skeeters, and Menchie's. If it weren't for a coworker, I would have never known that they existed, and I am SO glad I now know about this gem! Michael's Cookie Jar has not only amazing, fresh pastries, but they do fantastic custom orders. I ordered almost 1,000 cookies for work events and they were fresh, packaged perfectly, on-time, and the employees helped me load the boxes into my car. They are very upfront about cost, packaging, and are willing to work with you and your needs. They were able to waive our image set-up fee since we used a logo that was already in their system. The final cost of the cookies wasn't bad at all for the amount that we ordered! We ended up paying around $1,200 for almost 1,000 cookies -- For a custom design, delicious lemon taste, and great customer service, I don't think you can beat it. The employees were quick to follow-up with email and called me as soon as our order was ready! read more

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