So excited to visit this new Maddie Lu store in Blaine. Finally took the time to visit after seeing…read morea yard staked sign by the NSC fields....I made a U-turn!! The vibe is similar to the OG bakery in Coon Rapids. Very clean, simply decor that makes you feel welcome. We caught the place during a quiet lull so we have fast customer service. I picked out a 5- piece box of macarons. You pick the flavors to fill the box. Plenty of options to choose from. I loved the color coordination on the display case. I also picked out an oreo cupcake and oatmeal cheesecake cup. I haven't met a dessert by Maddie Lu that I haven't liked. Can't wait to try the macarons! Happy to have you in the area.

First time trying Maddie Lu's baked goods. They are located next to Jimmy John's and Clive…read moreRoadhouse off of Central & 105. I bought five macarons for $12 and a raspberry cheesecake cookie. You can also buy the macarons individually for $2.50 or 10 macarons for $24. They also have cupcakes too. They can also be found on DoorDash, but you can't select your flavors, though I suppose you could put it in the special instruction, so I decided to just stop by the store. When I first arrived, I was greeted and serviced immediately. The staff member was patient as I took a moment to decide which flavors. I also noticed they have some unique design macarons that look like a shark but in a vanilla flavor. The store is clean and has simple decor. It looks like they have a backdrop for a photo op. I felt very welcome in the store. I used to do subscription macarons, but it became pricey. I much prefer Macarons by Maddie Lu due to the flavor options, being able to obtain them locally, and I can choose the amount of macarons to have. They are very delicious, smell good, and have a nice crunch when you bite them. The raspberry cheesecake cookie was soft even after refrigeration for a few hours - I split and shared the cookie with my husband and it cut easily even after being in the fridge.

I love seeing Nikkolette's food truck at events! The macarons always taste fresh and all the…read moreflavors I've tried have been excellent. Most macarons I try are too dry or too stale, so it's a real treat to come across these macarons at art fairs. Highly recommend trying once!

I saw this place while I was driving to meet a friend and thought "I'm coming back for this!" I am…read moreso glad I did! I was met with a VERY nice woman who explained everything out to me! 11/10 on costumer service!! Truly, this is some of the best costumer service I have had in awhile! I picked out 8 flavors and a candle. They have a small selection of other items besides the macarons. There are 2 tables inside for sitting down to snack with 2 chairs at each table. Don't make a rookie mistake like me! These are refrigerated when you first get them. Let them come to room temp before you eat them! I had some of them right away and while they did taste good, they were REALLY good when they were room temp. These are delicate and delicious! These are definitely some of the best I have ever had! My top 3 flavors I enjoyed were: 1) Blueberry cheesecake 2) Almond 3) Raspberry I also got a soy candle and it is the perfect fall scent! Can't wait to burn it later in the year! These would make a great gift as well as a treat for yourself!

Hands down the best macarons we've ever tasted. The flavors are distinctive and well balanced…read more They are not too sweet and the fillings are amazing. We'll be back for more!

From the owner: **Open for pick-up via appointments only**read more

These are definitely some of the tastiest macarons in the cities…read more The owner is so nice - you will find them at pop up events and food festivals Lots of great flavors and very authentic

Worked with Jolynn for another custom order and I was blown away (again) by the quality! My party…read morewas cosmic themed and Jolynn suggested a design that worked perfectly. I absolutely loved how the shimmer and star embellishments turned out! I ordered 3 flavors: strawberry yuzu, Dubai chocolate, and gochujang caramel. The gochujang caramel blew my mind -- it was sooo chewy and sweet with a hint of spiciness from the gochujang. The Dubai chocolate perfectly captured the signature crunch. The strawberry yuzu had a nice tart filling that complemented the strawberry cream. Absolutely thrilled with how the macarons turned out and would definitely work with Jolynn again!

Finally remembered to stop in and grab a few cheesecakes with my grand daughter after talking about…read morewanting to try it for months. What is pictured is the one I tried tonight. I was greeted as soon as I walked in. They had a great selection of cupcakes sized cheesecakes ready to go, as well as other goodies. It was clean with a small town bakery feel( as it is) plenty of parking.

A little shop with a variety of baked goods and a huge selection of mini cheesecakes. I got the…read moredouble chocolate. It wasn't overly sweet. So very balanced. Person who waited on us was funny but didn't give us an opinion when asked for suggestions. Overall a great little place. Wanna try a cannoli next.

An Eau Claire local raved about this spot and I'm pleased to say that Nostalgic Bean lived up to…read morethe hype! I came in on a Sunday morning and there was a little line of people ahead of me but it moved pretty quickly! Interior-wise, there isn't a ton of space for seating but luckily, there are plenty of tables/chairs at The Yard Container Park that's ~40 second walk from the bakery. I got the strawberry passionfruit cruffin, chocolate almond croissant, lavender vanilla shortbread, and a latte with sugar-free caramel. First off, I was very impressed with the variety of flavors that were displayed (i.e. passionfruit, rhubarb, cardamon, kimchi, etc.) All the baked goods I got were fantastic- especially the cruffin. I was initially hesitant to order it because I'm not a fan when the exterior doesn't have that flakey/crunchiness. But I'm glad I tried the one here because the texture was perfect. As for the filling, it was a good balance of sweet and tart. Same thing for the croissant. When I ate the cruffin, I already knew the croissant was about to hit- and it did. Perfectly flakey and had that beautiful crunchy exterior. They definitely didn't skimp on the chocolate/almond filling either! Personally, it was a little too much for me but that's just a me thing Last but not least, the lavender vanilla shortbread was wonderful. You can actually taste the lavender and they added a perfect amount of salt to bring the flavors out! Aside from the delightful pastries, the coffee was lovely and the staff were super friendly. Nostalgic Bean is definitely a Altoona gem!

I'm so excited we got to stop by and try things. The service was very friendly and prompt. I had…read morethe everything seasoning and cream cheese croissant which was really flavorful and had great texture. The kids inhaled the homemade blackberry pop tart. Chai latte was delicious, not too sweet, not too spicy and I love the variety of steamers available for kids. They even offered to make them kid temp! Space was cozy and had plenty of tables when we went (10am weekday).

Crisp & Chewy has the best macarons I've had; they're true to what the name says: crisp & chewy…read more They have a huge variety of flavors, all of which are amazing. The folks working the stand are always really helpful & kind; I look for them at every farmers market I go to. The St. Paul farmers market is definitely the place to be (early, since they sell out)! I can't recommend these enough, you've got to get your hands on some!

Grabbed some macarons while we were shopping at MOA. My favorite was the vanilla almond and…read morebirthday cake but all the flavors we tried were good.

Solid macarons. Stopped by this evening for a quick dessert, and bought a five pack for $14. I…read moredidn't love the price, but I did love the macarons: Oreo, lemon, apple pie, orange cream, cookie dough. Would get all five again. Service was fast and friendly, and they make for a handsome gift!

Alright so I've been to cosettas so many times that I know exactly what I want and where it is. My…read morefamily and I frequent the deli and pasticceria, only going to the actual restaurant if we have a big group. The pasticceria is sooo cute and decorated like a little cafe in Italy. I appreciate the floors and decoration, they 100% lean into the Italian culture. The service is always great, everyone smiles and makes sure your selection is to your liking. I've gotten coffee, macaroons, gelato, everything from here and they never disappoint. It's always a great time, especially meeting friends or just grabbing some good sips on the go. I had a gelato with one scoop of this raspberry sorbet and another scoop mango, I loved the fruitiness and texture. It's a bit pricey which knocks down a star, but otherwise a lifelong favorite. P.S. I love the parking and that ITS FREE.

Located right next to Cossetta Alimentari,), the Pasticceria is a nostalgic delight. Chock-full of…read moredelicious dessert delights (and no small amount of charm), the store absolutely took me back to the pastry shops I remember from when I visited Italy. Think tile, dark wood, display cases full of beautiful desserts, and brass. With great staff and smiles all around, the Pasticceria feels and tastes like the good old days. I highly recommend.

Service leaves a lot to be desired! I was interested in learning a bit more about the flavors and…read morerecommendations the baker/cashier was not interested in assisting much. I did end up getting the wedding cake cupcake. It was okay. The cupcake itself is a bit dry and the frosting is not sweet (the baker did warn me). I quite enjoyed the lemon filling but don't know if I'd be returning due to the flavor. They do offer treats for dogs so that's a win! They also have macaroons and non cupcake treats. It is very quiet and clean inside, great for an intimate conversation or study session. Glad I was finally able to try this place!

I got the gf salted Carmel and my husband got the regular peanut butter crunch. The cupcakes were…read moregood but that's it. They were good. The frosting was very very very light whipped with little flavor. The cupcake itself was moist and tasty but lacking. We've had better (both gf and regular cupcakes). Price wise isn't bad. We weren't blown away. If you're looking for cupcakes (gf or regular) there are more flavorful options available. The people that worked at the location were very nice.