Rendez-Vous

I've visited both locations on Main Street and I think it's important to know that the menu and…read moreavailability of items can differ between the two. The original/older location seems to have a lot more available than the other as one seems heavily focused on muffins while the other has empanadas, and way more bakery variety. My muffin was great as was my chai latte. Service is pretty good at either location especially considering how busy these stores seem to be, but I also wasn't in a rush to get to work with breakfast. Something else to add is that the newer location definitely seems to have more space available inside before you consider the outdoor seating.

I visited both locations, both locations are on Main Street about 3min by car from each other…read more The newer location is modern and very spacious, love the aesthetics, however it seems to have not as much options as the original location. This one had the pistachio croissant roll and it was so delicious and well as the freshly squeezed orange juice. The original location has much more muffins, desserts, empanadas but it's much smaller and can get super crowded. Both had great options. Staff is friendly!

Outdoor seating

Cappuccino and blueberry croissant

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Bread Bandits

4.4(38 reviews)

4.9 mi

Heard a lot of positive reviews so I picked up some focaccia. It was thick and held my wife's goop…read morewe put on top- very little penetration but flavorful. Love the consistency and taste. Next to Shakespeare's English pub and worth a stop. Parking in this small strip mall.

Bread Bandit is the best! When you walk in there the freshly baked everything aroma can just about…read moreknock you out. I love going in there and just standing on line and breathing deep. Hahah. These baking God's make the most incredible Sourdough everything. My favorites are the sourdough bread, pistachio croissants, cinnamon rolls and lots of other delicious goodies.

12/25 white sourdough boule

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Almond & plain croissant

Amuse 5 Bakery

4.8(113 reviews)

13.5 mi

Came back here since it's been about a year since we last visited. They are super kind and…read morewelcoming here. You can really tell it's a small family business. We enjoyed our teas filled with lots of fruit. Red berries tea and tropical which also had a passion fruit flavor. Both were wonderfully tasty. They also have pastries, crepes, sandwiches, cakes, & cheesecakes. The art here is quite bold and beautiful. Love how colorful and bright it is here. It is also quite mellow!

Great lil spot, a bakery offering foundational coffee options and many sweet treats. The coffee is…read moredecent I haven't tried the baked goods but they look amazing. The service is kind and the vibe is unique give it a try.

Entrance

Chicken Salad and Green smoothie

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Five-O Donut Co

4.3(306 reviews)

6.0 mi

Very friendly staff- they were so nice and just as excited as we were! Absolutely loved the cronut,…read morelong John, and Cookie Monster donuts! The cookie butter cronut had cream cheese icing which we weren't a fan of. Definitely want to come back to try more flavors!

8.5/10 good stuff…read more ive had these donuts a few times. they're quite large so there's a lot to chew on. the flavors they have on display are also great but a lot of the time i do feel they are overly sweet (biggest recipient of this hinderance would be the cookie monster flavor, the icing is just too much) but it's not that bad a lot of the time as well. the service is good and the ambiance is also good. i do feel the timing of this association is quite rough though; only being open from 7:00am-2:00pm for a snoozer like me isn't great but i understand why that is.

Donuts

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Paisano's Italian Bakery

4.3(177 reviews)

3.2 mi

Oh, my Italian roots are tingling, and so are my memories! This place brings me back to my…read moregrandmother and my childhood. The glorious scent just walking in, then the cases of rows and rows of delightful Italian homemade pastries, cookies, pies, and refrigerated meals as well. If you've never been, what are you waiting for? If you're not Italian, what are you waiting for? Get in here and have your taste buds ignited with pure delight! The ladies who serve you are as delightful as the delicacies they box up for you. There are also two tables out front if you can't wait till you get home to dig into your treats. Ciao!

As part of a walking tour of the Gulfgate area in South Sarasota we began here(trouble in a good…read moreway). This Italian bakery reminds me of Mike's pastry and Modern Bakery in Boston's North End. Incredible array of baked goods that are mouth watering. I tried a pizza strip and was hooked- bought many more plus muffins and cake slices. Service was with a smile and I Will return! A MUST stop

Baked goods in the display case

Fresh baked muffins.

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Flo's Bakery & Gifts

4.8(118 reviews)

3.4 mi

Great little local spot for GF key lime pie and fun kitchy gifts.. open sundays... my new go to…read morebakery!!

So we searched this place out because we heard they truly make the best key lime pie in the area…read more.. you know, everybody says they have the best one... But, this pie is outstanding. Not only do they sell key lime, but other flavors, as well as cakes and candies... The English toffee is thick and oh so tasty. Cute shop, friendly staff- Find this place- hidden off of 41 south of Siesta Key.... You won't be disappointed!

Try our brown butter and sea salt chocolate chip cookies!

Our FAMOUS key Lime Pie with Chocolate Lattice. All bakery goods are available for delivery through Uber Eats and DoorDash.

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Key Lime Pie

Sugar Plum’s Bakery

4.6(5 reviews)

2.6 mi

I called Sugar Plum's Bakery in search of last minute cupcakes. The enthusiastic tone beginning our…read moreconversation was so refreshing in making the ordering process so comfortable. Once agreed, I locked up my cupcakes for a coworkers star wars themed birthday. I chose Pumpkin and Turtle Chocolate. They are large sized cupcakes just regular but the flavors were on point. Also have tons of different flavors. They are made to order so very fresh. I highly recommend.

I know this is a very popular place and I'm sure it's because they have high quality desserts. I…read morefound their prices high and I didn't care for what I purchased. I guess maybe that was my bad.

Pumpkin & Turtle Chocolate

Cupcakes and Cake

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C'est La Vie

3.8(384 reviews)

6.7 mi

I will always Stan C'est La Vie in Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch. This location is always busy so get…read morethere early if you have your eyes on a specific pastry. Actually, just get there early anyway because the pastry items are fresher/better. There's indoor and outdoor seating. I typically skip trying to park next to it and just go to the garage and walk over. The service is more attentive than a typical French cafe overseas but not as on top of you as a typical place in the US. You can definitely order at the counter in French if you want to and I've had a waiter there flip between English, French, Spanish, and another language (maybe Romanian?) in one order. The sandwiches I've had were all lovely, and had a little side salad that could benefit from a better dressing (they serve an okay vinaigrette though). I've yet to encounter a single bad pastry - the elcairs, mousse cakes, and flaky pastries like chausson pommes are on par with the typical boulangerie/pattisserie in France and don't make me think US adaptation at all. Prices are reasonable.

We had a nice lunch here! Came with my parents, husband, and baby on a busy weekend brunch hour. We…read morewere luckily able to be sat inside right away in a tucked-in corner. I got the poularde crepe, wanting something savory. This was solid and tasty. Everyone else got nice little meals as well. I do feel like the portion and the quality is a little lacking for the price. That being said, I don't know that there are better French options in the area. I also got a palmier pastry and I should have gotten a croissant, the palmier tasted a little stale. The locale was adorable, with beautifully tiles tables really setting the scene. Overall, not terrible! Worthwhile if you're really feeling French.

Paris baguette and soup of the day

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Sidewalk view

CCSWEETS

5.0(1 review)

3.6 mi

There are not enough words to explain how immaculate her cakes are! I ordered a cake for my…read morehusband's 30th birthday and she went over and beyond the design I even had in mind. She also was very friendly and got back to me in such a timely manner. I could not express a thank you deep enough. Not only did the cake turn out beautiful but the taste was incredible! We will definitely be ordering a cake through her everytime we need one. Highly recommend!

From the owner: CCSWEETS offers Custom made to order Cakes and Desserts!…read more All custom edible art is specifically designed to meet your needs. Let’s create a delicious and tasty memory for your big day! ServSafe certified, Award winning, featured on the Knot and Wedding Wire

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Sarasota Bakehouse

4.7(91 reviews)

4.7 mi

Fantastic selection of delicious cupcakes and an amazing variety of gluten free cupcakes. They…read morewere awesome. You got to go if you need a cupcake fix.

Looking last minute for German chocolate cupcakes, an I stumbled upon Sarasota Bakehouse, what a…read morehappy accident! Fresh and delicious cupcakes, definitely will be back for more.

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Red Velvet Cupcake

Chanel Themed Cake

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Peanut butter chocolate and mocha cupcakes

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Loraine V.

9 years ago

I have had wonderful service over the last two years there but today stopped in for a cappucino after I just picked up my brand new car ,yes I double parked it , slightly over the line, but one of the employees decided he would be parking lot police and decided to park his scooter right next to my car and I couldn't get in. I immediatly stood up and walked over and told him I'm sorry I double-parked on purpose give me a second and I will move my car and instead he just started screaming and yelling at me no consideration that I might be a patron at his restaurant I work in retail and the customers are always right no matter what. I did apologize for double parking I did tell him I would move my car but instead he was a total jerk . AND HE SLAMMED HIS FIST ON MY TRUNK. $200 to fix it. I should have called the police but i just wanted to leave. I will never go back and I will never recommend it to anybody now just in case they get that crazy employee absolutely no support from the owner. Only a total stranger tried to calm psyco man down but to no avail. read more

Colleen R.

11 years ago

My family in Australia ordered a cake to be sent to me in Sarasota for my 90th birthday. It was delivered by the baker himself and what a cake! Beautifully decorated and every mouthful was delicious. I could go on. I've taken friends there for breakfast and everything was excellent. I'm so lucky that they chose my neighborhood to open their wonderful bakery/restaurant so I no longer have to drive downtown. If there were 10 stars, that's what I'd have given them. read more

Jazzy F.

11 years ago

This place is amazing. Talk about a real French place owned by French people with beautiful French accents. The food is just sooo good. I actually got a hot dog "French" style. The hot dog was one of the best hot dogs I've ever had. I've lived in Sarasota basically my whole life and have been to a many French restaurants and this place is by far the best. FYI the food and this place is addicting. read more

Sylvia G.

10 years ago

Undoubtedly the most authentic French bakery/café in the area! The sandwiches and pastries are delicious, and eating there is truly like dining in France. Joel, the owner, had a bakery in the south of France before coming to Sarasota, so he and his wife bring the art of French bread making and pastries to life in our area. This is one culinary experience you will not want to miss! read more

Sandy M.

6 years ago

If you want to experience real French food made by a French chef, this is the place for you. My family and I stopped here on a whim and I had the quiche. Light, fluffy, delicious. My kids had different baked items, and each one was as good as the next. Thank you for a little taste of heaven. read more

Maria P.

3 years ago

Delicious cakes and pastries! I received one of their strawberries cakes as a Christmas present from a good friend and ever since been in love with these bakery! I recommend this place to all my friends and family read more

Morgan W.

9 years ago

I have died and gone to heaven.... tarts are lovely! Honestly if that man was single I would marry him just for his cooking. I stop in at least twice a month and have never had anything that wasn't wonderful. read more

Zsolt L.

11 years ago

Best French bakery in Sarasota.Friendly staff & fast service.Perfect place for breakfast or lunch. I love their chocolate croissant & french baguette. read more

Erwin Jr. O.

9 years ago

The food in this place is absolutely amazing. From the sandwiches and even desserts! This place I will most likely recommend towards every one! read more

Bernard W.

8 years ago

I drive out of my way to get to this place. I felt like I was back in Paris! The food is authentic! Highly recommend it. Bon appetit! read more

Tom S.

9 years ago

Excellent little place. Everything is fresh and delicious. I can't really name off only 1 thing I love because everything is great.

Martin H.

11 years ago

It's a simple but very authentic French place. We enjoyed our sandwiches very much and the quiche Loren was also very good.

Brandon D.

5 years ago

High quality and authentic. Bit pricey but worth it for the high quality. Clean, friendly and worth the extra dollar!

Anthony M.

4 years ago

Excellent food and service!! This was my second time here and I will be returning next time I will be in this area.

Lisa Marie S.

10 years ago

Stopped here for brunch recently with friends. The omelets are to die for! Delicious fare and friendly service!

Tyler R.

7 years ago

Very good place enjoyed it very much the service was nice as well with the people around definitely coming back.

Rose R.

4 years ago

Delicious never disappointed very authentic French food. Definitely recommend everything on the menu is good.

Jason R.

7 years ago

I had an omelette, croissant, and a strawberry tart. All were outstanding! We're will return again! read more

Dennis W.

6 years ago

Excellent food, presentation and service. Always prompt service. Pleasant but small service area.

Susan M.

11 years ago

Fantastic! Wonderful flavors and textures; everything fresh and delectable. Friendly staff.

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Their coffee? To die for! Their bread?? Take me now that…read morewas hands down the best! They perfectly baked the baguette! We got a ham and Swiss baguette and it so so tasty! All the flavors were up front and there! Definitely try them when you are in the area!

I prefer this location versus Clark which gets MANY more eat in customers and has a narrow parking…read morelot. Clark Street, very charming, does offer a variety of breakfast, lunch and delicious pastry options. THIS location on Siesta, is calmer, easier to get to, not on a busy road, offers the same menu, same outstanding variety of pastries , has a staff who are most gracious, AND you can have a perfect meal with your beloved pet outside too. Easy close parking ! Lived in NYC 1970's-1980's when perhaps the BEST small French patisserie called " Bonte Patisserie " existed on 3rd Ave in the 70's, run by a lovely French couple for years until retirement. Rendevous is not a Bonte, which was a 10, but comes close. Their menu is wise from a business cost strategy. I have ordered their best cakes, over the last 5 years. They were very good. Love their almond croissant, fresh fruit tarts, napoleon, anything with whipped cream ( many of their deluxe cakes ). The apple turnover was unfortunately thick, bit doughy no flavor-butter, very little apple (would delete) hence 4 stars. The bakery business today is very hard because of their products' fragile shelf life and the cost of using butter has sky-rocketed! To guarantee the survival of these lovely charming and DELICIOUS destinations, we must must support them!! Enjoy!

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This place is such a gem, very unassuming, but the food is superb. All homemade French food better…read morethan other restaurants in town, but has the family feel to it. Service was excellent, friendly and attentive. It's not very big, but there is indoor and outdoor eating, I would highly recommend this restaurant.

I always like to try out local French bakery when I am in the area because I love real crossiants!…read moreIt brought me to Merci cafe today when I am visiting Sarasota. The classic (plain) crossiant I had was not bad, it was crispy, but the texture was lacking layers. It didn't give me the wow factor, I had better ones at other French bakery. I also ordered a almon croissant, the stuffing inside the crossiant was just too sweet, not to my like. Hubby liked his omelet croissant, the portion of salad is bigger than what he had at other French bakery. He also had the specialty cafe, mushallow latte, cold, he liked it. We were given a warm greeting when we walked in. We had our dog with us in a stroller, we were going to sit in the outdoor seating area, but they welcomed us to sit inside. That's nice of them. I would come back next time to try out other dish than crossiant. Benedict crossiant looks yummy

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