Bakery Nouveau

Everything!! There's not a bad thing that comes out of their oven! Although I usually end up there and can't resist the ham and cheese croissant

I regret not getting the twice baked chocolate croissant , looked SO good! If you love lemony things, get the blueberry lemon dessert . It's delicious.

The lines haven't let up much since nationally acclaimed baker William Leaman opened shop in December 2007. The homemade breads , pastries and candies are unparalleled. And totally worth the wait.

After you're done with the twice baked croissant , try one of the two best items: Apricot Danish or Ham and Cheese Croissant ( I cry when they are sold out). These can not be overlooked.

BLT, triple baked almond croissants , fresh pizza . Lines outside the door and around the block. Beat the French in World Cup of baking. Need I say more?

Sure they're famous for their croissants , but their French ham and Swiss baguette is FABULOUS! The duck rillette is mighty tasty too if you're adventurous like moi!

The raspberry almond croissant has a luscious raspberry cream that makes this a luxurious croissant-crusted fruit tart .

Excellent, fresh food , excellent menu and daily specials , excellent, friendly staff and service. I will be there whenever I'm in Seattle!

Yes, the pastries and sandwiches are amazing, but so are the mochas and hot chocolates . They make their own ganache and it is delicious!

Close to my Bikram studio. Love the desserts here! They make an awesome vegetarian sandwiches as well !

Where to start... Double baked chocolate croissants , smoked salmon croissant , spinach croissant , kouign amann, meringue tarts - all of it is amazing.

The ratatouille sandwich is amazing!!! Hands down one of the best sandwiches I have ever eaten!!! 2x baked croissant and tasty macaroons !!! Yummy!!!

Junction croissant....perfect blend of ham , bacon , egg , cheese and bechamel (nice touch!) on a greasy(but not too much), flakey croissant....you'll will not be disappointed

The best bakery on the block. Their double baked almond croissant is to die for. But ... so is everything else!

Coffee macaroons are amazing! Really nice sitting outside and enjoying the breeze too(:

One of Seattle's best bakeries . Try the double baked almond and double baked chocolate croissant for a life changing experience.

One of Seattle's best bakeries . Their double baked almond croissant is to die for, as everything on this menu is!

By 6AM on weekdays, dense baguettes , gooey brown-sugar pecan brioche , and heavenly croissants start issuing from the ovens of Essential Baking Company's former executive pastry chef William Leaman . Read more

One of Seattle's best bakeries . Their double baked almond croissant is to die for, as everything on this menu is!

Twice baked almond croissant is a must! I also got the quiche and even though it was on a warming plate it was still cold so, of course it wasn't as good as I'm sure it could have been :(

Comfort pastries . Ham and cheese or the chocolate croissants are really good. Portions are rather big though.

Their macaroons and tiramisu are just the perfect amount of sweet- not too much but not too little~

The best breads in town from a world-renowned, award-winning baker. Pastries are as good as high-end pâtisseries in France. And the pizza is really great, too! The service is the only thing lacking...

Easily one of Seattle's best bakeries , especially for baguettes and croissants . Recent addition: deep-dish pizza . Grab a croissant or two. That alone will entice you back to this neighborhood again. Read more

In baker's terms it's called a half dozen. But I call it the best kind of six pack: a sourdough six pack!

Close your eyes, extend your right arm (with pointer finger extended) spin in a circle three times, stop spinning, whatever your pointing at order and eat...it will be better than great morning sex!!!

My FAVORITE bakery in Seattle, best chocolate croissant I've had since Paris, the strawberry cheese cake is amazing and I can't wait for it to come back. I close this place down quite frequently.

Get their signature twice baked almond or chocolate croisant. They are the best. The deep dish pepperoni pizza is also great.

Twice baked almond croissants and apricot croissants are amazing! And the place smells heavenly!

Indulge in savory pizza slices and sandwiches or sweet bakery treats for under $5. The twice-baked almond and chocolate croissants are worth the calories! Read more

Driving South on California Ave, pass the bakery and you find a parking lot with $2/hr. Parking on the street is hard to find.

Everything is good here especially the twice baked croissants !!

The twice bakes almond croissant is to die for!

German chocolate cake keeps well in the fridge for a couple of days. I come get a piece for colleagues' birthday sometimes, and you can't tell i bought it the day before.

Best French bread in Seattle. Best cakes . Best French pastry !

Autumn seasonal items are available -- currently pumpkin cheesecake is deliciously creamy and rich with a hint of cinnamon , and is topped with a few small thin coins of milk chocolate . Read more

Got all17 different pastries and 3 plain croissants . Everything was impressive and beyond delicious.

Love the croissants ! Flaky and fabulous!!

Really good pastries . Good coffee and teas . Long queue and wait for tables.

The best almonds croissants , I bring them to all my out of town friends and they always want more.

Anything will do! One of the best bakeries ever!

OMG. I will take anything in here! Everything I've had has been great.

Known for the twice-baked almond croissant , but it's all good- including the coffee .

The twice baked almond croissant is a MUST have. By far the best dessert type croissant in Seattle!!!

It's a tiny place that packs in a ton of fine desserts . I typically go for a few macaroons .

Love their blueberry macaroons ! <3 (flavor choices vary by day)

Thanks for the recommendation for the twice baked almond croissant . I waited around for 20 min so I could get one fresh from the oven. I couldn't have had a better 1st experience here. Delicious!!

The Foodict Tip: get their Twice Baked Almond Croissant ; it's better than the chocolate . For the complete review, click Read More.. Read more

OMG the raspberry almond croissant isn't just a pastry ... it's an experience!

Excellent pastries , breads , and light lunch .