Like their friendly atmosphere, coffee and pastries. Convenient location with guaranteed parking spot and sandwiches if you are on the go.

After, living in Costa Mesa for years, and walking by this bakery countless times I finally decided to check it out last month. I can't believe what I've been missing out on! The quality of the ingredients is noticeable, the staff is pleasant, and it has a nice ambience. I read some comments about how expensive it is, but everything is expensive these days! It's simply the cost of doing business, I mean you've seen the prices at the grocery store for literally everything! Ingredients are more expensive duh...so a little grace I think would be in order for a small business that is delivering on quality! read more

We haven't been here since it's been under new ownership and sadly the quality has gone down. We used to love the butter and sugar cookies and thought they might be similar to the cookies we used to love, and sadly the flavor just fell short. The prices also are much more expensive, so it's disappointing to pay more for less essentially. It is cute inside, and the designs were still great but sadly, this bakery is not the same and not as delicious. We also asked if they could put buttercream on a sugar cut out cookie, as the old French's used to do that- their buttercream was delicious, and the lady working the register said "I' m sorry, we no longer do that." While I understand this bakery is (unfortunately) not the one that used to be there at this location, I don't understand why buttercream cannot be applied to a cookie.. we are at a bakery aren't we? Aren't bakeries supposed to have buttercream? Quite confusing that that customer service was not there either. A side of frosting to purchase could have been offered or just a small dollop could have been applied but apparently this bakery cannot accommodate a frosting request. read more

I've been coming to this bakery for years and was a loyal customer under the previous ownership. It used to be one of my favorite neighborhood bakeries because the prices were reasonable and it felt like a great local option for birthday treats, cookies, and cakes. Unfortunately, since the ownership change, the pricing has increased dramatically while the products themselves feel largely unchanged. Most recently, I purchased 12 simple vanilla and chocolate cake pops for a school event and paid $60. At $5 per cake pop, I was genuinely surprised by the cost, especially considering these were standard cake pops without custom decorations or specialty ingredients. This isn't a criticism of the staff, who have always been friendly. My concern is simply that the bakery no longer feels like a good value. The current pricing is comparable to, or even higher than, some well-known premium bakeries in the area, yet the quality and overall experience don't feel comparable. It makes me sad to write this because I used to recommend this bakery frequently. I hope the owners take a look at their pricing because longtime customers will likely notice the difference. read more

This is a quaint bakery with lovely decor and friendly staff. They have a variety of baked goods so expect some tough choices. I got a variety of pastries and they were all tasty with just the right amount of sweetness. Bread base is fluffy with the perfect crisp outside. Would definitely try again! read more

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A French bakery hidden in a small shopping center! I happened to find it while looking for a restaurant in that shopping center that is no longer there. They have a large variety of pastries and baked goods. I got a couple of danishes and a muffin for my husband. Everything was yummy. Will definitely return to try others items in the case. read more

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Stubbled upon this place after my Ulta errand. Kailah was so helpful. She recommended a great dessert. We ended even buying a birth day cake while here! And, I got lucky that they even had samples out. Best errand ever! The seating was cute made the errand worth it. read more

I ordered a custom cake very last minute and this French Bakery on 17th delivered and saved me! Delicious cakes and desserts. Worth every penny. Service is always top-notch here and I see how they interact with each other as co-workers. Very sincere and friendly. People come and go so fast because these regulars know what they want! I love dropping in and getting treats for the whole office. Quality desserts made with love. I totally recommend! read more

The French Bakery - Custom marble cake with strawberry and cream filling in the middle - Bakeries Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Love My Visits To The French Bakery!! Cutest Bakery, Offers Cupcakes, Custom Cakes, Bread, Pastries, Baked Goods, Cookies, Macarons, Seasonal, Coffee Drinks, Lattes & Teas!! Relaxed Ambiance & Friendly Staff!! Ordered The Ice Lavender Matcha & Cookie Togo!! Line & Service Was Helpful & Courteous!! Will Return Again!! ThankU read more

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Best pastries outside of Paris! Croissants, cakes, cookies are delicious. No preservatives. Service is excellent.

My first impression of this place was it is so beautiful and smells so good! They have a variety of breads and pastries! I saw that they now have coffee so I came in to try it! My mom and I are hazelnut fans so we got an iced hazelnut latte and a hot hazelnut latte both with almond milk. The girl who made our coffee asked us how sweet we wanted it which was nice! We only did 2 pumps. The hazelnut latte iced was okay it wasn't the best. The coffee did taste like very watery. For the hot one it was made way too hot for my mom so she couldn't even drink it right away. I forget to ask how many shots come in it. So I would definitely ask. I've had the bread and pastries before and they are amazing but as for coffee don't know if I would get it again read more

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Such a cute French bakery! Everything was fresh and delicious, and the pastries were amazing. The staff was also super sweet and welcoming. Definitely recommend!! read more

I'm always excited to try new spots I otherwise might not have if it wasn't for Too Good To Go. Was craving some dessert and saw a "French Bakery on 17th" bag on the app that's usually sold out fast and was happy to snag one up. Their business name on Google Maps is different, "Le Petite Magnifique French Bakery" and on Yelp is "French's Cupcake Bakery" so I was initially a bit confused but the address is the same for all the names so easy enough to find! The store itself is super cute and I loved the decor. The pastries in the display looked very appetizing. Was greeted warmly when I arrived and was in and out pretty fast! Delighted to get a variety of items to try. I can certainly see why their surprise bags on the app are always sold out fast. Fantastic deal for quality and delicious pastries! read more

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Almond croissant was great! So many goodies! LOVED them all! Had croissant with cream and strawberries too! read more

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This hole in the wall gem gives you a slice of French cafe experience! I recently went to Paris and I miss it but I can confirm the pastries and coffee taste authentic-it made me feel like I was back in France! The coffee flavor is robust but not bitter, and was the pick-me-up I needed after a long day. The very kind lady working there even gave me a free cookie with my coffee purchase! I will definitely be coming back, the service is wonderful, the cakes look beautiful and so far the flavors are as amazing as the appearances read more

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This used to be one of the better neighborhood bakeries around. For years, it had a friendly local feel, fair pricing, and the kind of welcoming atmosphere that kept people coming back regularly. Unfortunately, after the ownership change, the entire vibe of the place changed. The prices have skyrocketed -- in some cases feeling nearly triple what they used to be -- yet the products themselves really haven't improved. The cookies, pastries, and ingredients feel largely the same as before, except now everything is priced like a luxury boutique bakery. What's most disappointing is that the warmth and neighborhood feel are gone. It used to feel personal and community-oriented. Now the service often feels cold, transactional, and inconsistent. I understand businesses have rising costs, and I don't mind paying premium prices when the experience and quality justify it. But here, it feels like the pricing changed far more than the actual product or customer experience did. It's unfortunate because this genuinely used to be a staple local bakery that many people loved supporting. Unfortunately the new owners killed it. read more

I've been going her since I was a kid, but what a disappointment it's become. Went to pickup some chocolate chip cookies today for the JG picnic. "We're sold out". The other option was a $3.75 cookie, I asked the price on (100) and she says $3.75 each. I left and went across the street to Nothing Bunt Cakes for great service and a savings of roughly $200. Sadly, won't be back to French's. Ever. read more

Walked in to here after lunch on their next door. Got a coffee and some of their cookie. The staff were nice enough to help. read more

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Cute ambiance, Amazing selection of pastries, cookies and cakes very friendly and welcoming staff!

The mostly beautiful birthday cake for our daughter's birthday. They absolutely nailed the design- it was gorgeous!!! They were so kind taking my order and wanted to get all the details right. My daughter was so excited seeing this cake. It made the day! read more

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Oh my it smells so good! They have so many items it's amazing! Highly recommend coming in or ordering ahead of time. Delicious muffins and desserts so far. read more

I absolutely loved every detail about this store. A valentine cookies were so beautiful and tasted incredible. Everything we ordered was incredibly buttery rich and decadent. Highly recommend this. The people who work there were equally kind and made sure they wrapped my box up perfectly. read more

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Service was quick and everyone was very nice! I got 24 of their butter cupcakes. Cream was okay but the cupcake itself was really good! read more

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Thank you Mira, Maria and staff for your help today! The whole team was kind, warm and so very helpful. I picked up a custom cake and cookies today for a baby shower. They turned out fabulous and delicious. While waiting for my order, I couldn't help but admire their abundance of pastries. I ended up bringing home a croissant, fruit danish and eclair for my parents - they give this bakery their stamp of approval. I can't wait to come back to try their cupcakes, mini cheesecakes and tarts. read more

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I highly recommend this place! We ordered a cake for a big event, but the person taking my order accidentally noted the wrong date--it was ready a week early! We were stressed, but they were incredibly kind and understanding. They calmly adjusted everything, pushed our date to the following week, and had the cake ready again--beautiful and exactly as we wanted. We got the Oreo chocolate cake and it was amazing. Highly recommend! read more

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Very accommodating for last minute request! Cake was delicious and designed exactly like my inspiration photo. read more

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Amazing Almond croissants! Fully stuffed , pretty big with outstanding results to taste..Look at the pictures, No one come close to it ...the problem I had is there inconsistency with size and flakiness..because they drench it with syrup which makes it sometimes mushy..so J gave it a 4 star review hopefully they fix the problem. read more

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This is our go to bakery for any special event. The first time we used them was two years ago for my son's first birthday. They made a beautiful two tiered cake for us. It was so incredibly delicious, creamy, decadent and moist. I can't even use enough adjectives to describe how amazing this was. Every time we go my husband has to get their cheese danish. Literally anything you get here is going to be perfection. As soon as you walk in, the smell alone is worth a trip. They also sell candles with that smell. The staff is fairly friendly. read more

The French Bakery - My son's birthday and smash cake. So yummy! - Bakeries Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The staff, the customer service and baked goods are all first in class in the Costa Mesa / Newport Beach area. I'd highly recommend! read more

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Used to come here as a kid and stopped by today on a whim. I forgot how goooood their baguettes are! Delicious cupcakes too! Super friendly and cute shop. Definitely worth a stop! read more

I live in North OC. But whenever in the Costa Mesa/Newport Beach area, I ALWAYS stop by The French Bakery to pick up a little delicious, incredibly fresh, and flavorful baked treat. It's a very hard decision as to what to choose, as the bakery makes their cookies, pastries, cupcakes, macarons....well just everything at such a very high quality and with great care; and all equally top notch! Upon entering this bakery, one is welcomed by such a delicious aroma! The entire French Bakery team are super friendly and accommodating! The bakery is sparkly clean and charming in its furnishings and seasonal decor. If I lived closer, The French Bakery would indeed be a daily habit! read more

Good spot for some pastries, cookies, and cakes. Cookie comes free with purchase of coffee. Friendly staff and knowledgeable to take care of you. read more

You can tell the owner of this bakery truly cares about the products she puts out. Every time I have patronized this establishment they go above and beyond. The quality of the pastries is second to none. And I absolutely will keep coming back. read more

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2 little pink cupcakes for my 95 year old Mother's birthday, so disappointing. Staff less than enthusiastic. Over $10 for this mess, plus a tip. Thanks for nothing. Next time I'll go to Von's. read more

The French Bakery - 2 Little Pink Cupcakes for My 95 Year Old Mother's Birthday. - Bakeries Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I have driven by this bakery several times and finally made it in the door. Beautiful cakes and cookies and desserts. Nice staff. I purchased several different large butter cookies. Very good. I especially enjoyed a pink butter cookie. Thank you read more

I start 3 days a week with the coconut latte because it's that good. It comes with a free cookie too; how cool is that? Best ham and cheese croissants on the planet. Trust me bro, I've been to Paris. Everyone is always really friendly. read more

Best cheese danish Croissant and ham and cheese croissant ever! Loved them! Will be back soon!

Found this cute little shop after having a meal at Tatsunoya two shops down. They sell baked goods and were having a sale on their buttercream cupcakes and I could not resist. The shop is a little small but they have a nice amount of offering on display to choose from. The cupcake is nice and moist and the service is friendly, fast and efficient. Would definitely visit again. read more

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This was my first time trying this Bakery and I was SO HAPPY I did. I'm a big fan of Marzipan Princess Cake or often called Swedish Princess Cake. This has been my favorite for many many years and being that I've been to Europe many times I KNOW what good Marzipan made with REAL almonds taste like! Sadly Just about ALL of the bakeries in Orange County that "Claim" they know how to make this rare treat fall short, very short. You end up paying a lot for mostly Fondant and artificial flavoring! I pre- ordred this cake about 8 days before hand and on Christmas Eve it was ready. My guests raved about it and they ALL said it was the BEST Marzipan Princess cake I have EVER served! (Thats saying a lot because host Christmas each year for the past 14 years) Usually I have a bunch of left over cake but NOT this year! I also tried a few of thier Gingerbread men. They were fresh and almost too cute to eat, they were also delicious. The ladies working there were very nice and appricated me as a customer. Something that's lacking at a lot in buisnesses lately. So fellow Yelpers if you're looking for a Marzipan Princess cake or fresh quality baked goods, this is your place! OH and this place is very resonable too! Win Win! read more

The French Bakery - A real Marzipan Princess Cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Not as big a fan as I once was. More expensive and no longer make the wonderful cheese onion rolls during the holidays. Big disappointment.