This cafe was adorable. The food was not only flavorful, but beautifully presented as well. I…read moreordered the Tostada Sunrise with a side of cheesy grits to start, then treated myself to a snickerdoodle cookie and a hot white chocolate chai with oat milk to round everything out. The cookie was baked to soft perfection. I went with a friend who thankfully knew to join the waitlist about an hour before we planned to arrive, which made the wait very manageable. Had we not known that important little tip, we probably would've been waiting close to an hour. Overall, it was such a pleasant experience, and I'd definitely go back again.

Let me preface this review by stating that I have been to this establishment multiple times & had…read moreglowing, amazing service each time. However, my last experience with this establishment left a horrible taste in my mouth. Therefore, I am giving them an extra star for the previous experiences. On May 17th, 2026, my best friend and I had been looking forward to coming to Water Oak all day and had our taste buds set for the occasion. We were famished and had quite a day up until arriving. Upon entering the restaurant, we were very briefly greeted by the a Hispanic man who I assume is the manager and told that they were "no longer seating for the day". I glanced around and saw that every table inside WAS seated, however there were many tables outside that were empty. I asked about the patio stating that us where we preferred to sit anyway, and was met with that they were also not seating the patio at all for the rest of the day. However, there was a group of 3 women seated outside on the patio at that exact time. I didn't say anything, simply turned and left. After having "one of those days" hashing out something so minute with a person who clearly didn't want us in their place of business was not something I was about to do. Keep in mind, we came on a Sunday afternoon. Prime brunch time. We arrived at the restaurant around 2:30PM, and their website says they don't close until 4PM. I am a biracial black woman and my friend is white. I noticed a significant amount of White and Latino patrons, but a shocking lack of Black people. With Houston having one of the most diverse populations in the US, it is almost impossible not to see at least one individual of each ethnicity in a place at any given time. I am definitely not one that likes to pull the race card, because oftentimes that is not the issue. However, as someone who is familiar with the service industry I understand Sundays can be extremely overwhelming. And I am cognizant that not everything is that serious. But, I am also aware that a lot of people in the industry discriminate against people of color, with stigmas that we don't leave enough gratuity or we "don't fit the vibe of their establishment". And those 3 women seated on the patio? All White. After reading recent reviews, it seems that management is discriminating against people of color, more specifically Black folks. This is an extremely disheartening and sickening realization to make, seeing as I have given well over $1,000 worth of my money here but also enjoyed many meals without issue. To management: It breaks my heart to have to write this review and to be honest, I wouldn't have written it if I hadn't seen others posting about similar experiences in addition to also feeling discriminated against. I highly suggest that if you are "not seating" after a specific time, you announce this via social media or alert potential patrons with a sign or something of the sort. & obviously, there is such an issue with treatment towards POC that it is a noteworthy problem via your Google & Yelp reviews. You will have a much bigger fish to fry on your hands if you continue to let this issue go on unrectified. I would be willing to return if I felt things were to be changed for the better in the future! Hopefully this review sparks a much needed conversation and brings attention to an area which needs work.

Great customer service from the gentleman that assisted me. Came in to get a cheesecake for my…read morehusband's birthday. A friend recommended this place to me. Truly did not disappoint. Did not get opportunity to take a picture of the cheesecake but it had such rich flavor and had the right consistency. I also decided to try the cupcake and that buttercream icing was to die for. I got a pumpkin bread for my mom and she is truly very picky since she is a baker herself....she said it was a 10! Highly recommend this place. I would love to try their pies and breakfast options next time I'm on that side of town. Total hidden gem!

Still on the fence with them. I dropped in and got a few pastries one midday. i was not very…read moreimpressed with the customer service at first...however by the time I left it went from poor to the acceptable transactional. They have a big selection of pies and cakes to be cooked on demand, not too many availble premade and the ones on display looked to have been there a few days already. I do like that they have a number of fruit pies available in 2 hours and the cakes have a fairly quick turnaround. I ended up selecting a quiche and essentially two types of cinnamon rolls, which one was the traditional and the other had an apple filling they called a "rose" or "flower" cant recall. Quiche was delicious and so was the traditional cinnamon roll, I would pass on the apple filled one in the future, had this strong bitter flavor that was off putting, possibly too much lemon. As of now its average, I'll hold off a final verdict until i try a pie and a cake.

This is an upscale coffee / French dessert shop on the side of the hotel with entrances from the…read morestreet and inside the hotel itself. It is open surprisingly late. Inside you will also find French pastries, coffees and teas, gelato, milkshakes, sandwiches and macaroons. I felt the most interesting items were the French pastries as they are cute and tasty as well. Also, they plate the pastries nicely when you dine in as an added bonus. I tried the Chocolate Royale and the Ruby. Chocolate Royale - a petit chocolate mouse slice with flat chocolate panels along the sides. It is delicate and tasty. If you're a chocolate lover, this is definitely up your alley. Ruby - visually this looks like a strawberry Hershey kiss, with red powder on the exterior and a top piece of foil to resemble foil on the wrapper of a hershey kiss. Inside, it's filled with a strawberry cream and has a chocolate base. I just wish there was more chocolate in this one. They have plenty of seating inside as well as along the sidewalk. Inside you have the more fancy tables, whereas outside, they're more weather resistant and not as upscale in appearance. The soft drinks to drink along with your sweets are in a cold case along the hotel side of the space and you just take them to the register as you order. One of the most surprising things when you come here are the relatively affordable prices as you might expect them to be more for being a coffee shop attached to a 5-star hotel with a helipad.

As part of the Post Oak Hotel, you can access this place from both inside and outside entrance…read more This place is super cute and seems to have a fair amount of people who come here to work or place an order from an good assortment of pastries and gelato's. What's nudged this place up to 5 stars for me is they have really improved their coffee game, specifically their quality of cappuccino's. Previously it seemed more of latte, but now to me its a legit Capp. Their choice of pastries hasn't changed, which gives you a good assortment of choices and they have added an additional barista or server which also is a nice touch for service. The only niggling items, parking can be tough, so you'll have to either walk a block or be quick to find a place close by. Regardless, definitely give this place a go to come for a pastry and coffee.

This is amazing cakes, bonbons are the best, the owner is the sweetest lady ever and they deliverread more

From the owner: We are proud to bring you gourmet delights made with premium ingredients sourced from their finest…read moreorigins around the world. We use only couverture-grade chocolate, organic dairy, cage-free eggs, as many organic ingredients as possible, and never use hydrogenated oils, fats, or preservatives.

finally stopped by paris sweet patisserie after passing it so many times on westheimer, and i'm so…read moreglad i did! the space is small but charming, with a beautiful display of fresh pastries. the service was warm and attentive the staff kindly helped my partner and i choose our items, which made the experience even better. we ordered the smoked salmon and ham sandwiches, both served on freshly baked baguettes that were crisp on the outside and soft inside. i also tried the almond croissant, which was perfectly balanced and not overly sweet, and the chocolate croissant, which was warm and flaky. overall, a lovely café with great quality and inviting service. i'll definitely be returning to try the crepes and pick up some pastries to go.

Amazing and delicious! Owner is very nice and has a great personality, thank you for suggesting the…read moreapple pastry !! Heavenly delicious

The owners were super sweet and the coffee was equally as sweet! Definitely a spot to stop by and…read moresupport.

I stopped by this place about an hour before closing time. The employee was very friendly and…read morehelpful when it came to their selection. She went through each item and told me what it was. The decor was absolutely beautiful. I got a few of the desserts and a latte. The snickers dessert was my absolute favorite. The pina colada dessert was good as well. I must say, the desserts were a lot bigger than they appeared in pictures. I would definitely recommend this place and go back again

This is the type of establishment I would always support. Japanese-owned bakery who took over a…read moreprevious French bakery. You can see the perfections in everything they do. The bakery itself is simple and clean. Be respectful of the place and help clean up after yourself. Not one customer made a mess there. Everyone are respectful to the sweet owner. The drinks itself are simple, reasonably priced on the cheaper side. Not sweet at all so ask if you want it to be sweeten. Quality and perfect desserts. Just semi-sweet so if you have a crazy sweet tooth, this is not your bakery. Again, prices are extremely reasonable and I see lots of locals who enjoy coming here. Prices are actually on the lower side of what I see throughout Houston. Passionfruit tart was my favorite, if you need someone to tell you what to try.

This spot is truly a gem. I did not think I would be able to find a Japanese-owned, small…read morebusiness/pastry shop in Texas but we are lucky to have Chez Kobayashi Pastries in Houston! This store is tucked away in the corner of a strip mall so there is plenty of space for parking. The inside has a good number of seats and tables for customers to sit down and enjoy. There is also an area that has children's books- in both Japanese and English! I was thrilled to see some of the books that I grew up with. The glass display showcases a variety of different pastries and sweets. There is also a separate menu above for sandwiches, crepes, and quiches! I was indecisive so I asked the owner for recommendations and she chose the Mont Blanc and Total Raspberry Tart. Both pastries were perfect- the tart has a raspberry cream on the bottom and the fruit was fresh and naturally sweet. Not to mention, the crust was absolutely delicious. The Mont Blanc was just as tasty. The chestnut puree, Chantilly cream, and crust were all *chef's kiss* And the best part of it all is that the pastries were not too sweet (for those of you who are new to Asian pastries, they are meant to be lighter and not overly sweet)! While my friend and I were enjoying the pastries, I was able to have a brief conversation with the owner and she was incredibly welcoming and kind. Overall, I was thrilled to be able to finally try Chez Kobayashi Pastries and I can't wait to come back and try their savory dishes! ごちそうさまでした‍

I had the pleasure of trying this yummy business at a Yelp event…read more I have no doubt in my mind that they put their entire heart and soul into this event. We got a very generous sized sample of what is truly the BEST peach cobbler I had in my life. I am confident that it was made with love. The team was all smiles and good energy. I'm going to be recommending them to everyone I know. I will also be dropping a not-so-subtle hint to let my husband know where I want my next birthday treat to come from. Anytime someone around me even mentions peach cobbler, my mind will always come back to the one I tried from Kiss my Kakes

I made a last minute order for my boyfriend's birthday and was accommodated with no questions ask!…read more Such a high quality product, amazing presentation and professional attention to detail. This will be my go to business for all things dessert! Thank you Thank you Thank you

I love to eat at El Bolillo Bakery. It all started because my boyfriend really loves their conchas,…read moreso he was the one who introduced me to the place. I've always liked bakeries, but I try to eat on the healthier side, so I usually avoid anything that might tempt me.But I am a sucker for cinnamon rolls, so when I saw they had them, of course I had to try one and they are so, so good. Now we actually go there about once every two weeks because we love it that much and I look forward to opening the front doors and smelling the sweet smell of baked goods Recently we also found out that they have cheese & sausage kolaches, and oh my gosh, they are delicious. They are really, really good and were such a nice surprise when we tried them. The location closest to us is the one on Airline Drive, and we usually go in the afternoon so we can avoid the after-work crowd. That time of day works really well for us because there aren't too many people, which makes it easier to grab bread and look around without feeling rushed. The ordering process is pretty quick and simple. You grab your metal tray and tongs, open each little door, pick what you want, and put it on the tray. When you're ready, you go to the register where the ladies count the breads, ring everything up, and bag it nicely for you. We're usually in and out pretty fast, which we really like. We love going to El Bolillo, and at this point it has definitely become a staple for us. We honestly can't get enough of it.

Always the freshest Mexican bread. Options for everyone and reasonably priced. You won't break the…read morebank like your typical trendy bakery/pastry place. Grab a tray and tongs and load up. It can get busy but people move through quickly. I'm a sucker for the conchas and definitely ate one in the car on the way home.

We loved working with Jazz Bird and Erin for our wedding cake! We first met Erin at the Bryan…read moreMuseum's bridal show and were instantly impressed with the various cake flavors she had available for tasting. We ordered a small 5" cake just for the two of us to cut per tradition and got the lemon blueberry flavor. The cake was the perfect balance of tart and sweet, and Erin killed it with the wildflower design! If you want a cake that is both aesthetically pleasing and tastes as good as it looks, you can't go wrong with her!

I was gifted a small vanilla cake for my birthday, so I already knew the bakery was really good…read more For my wedding, I decided on a chocolate raspberry cake (no tasting, I just knew what I wanted and knew it would be good. ). Not only was it beautiful, it was so delicious that almost everyone asked where it came from. I'm definitely keeping this bakery in mind for all special occasions in the future!