Reviews of Le Boulanger Français - The French Baker (Bakery)

Mike McAuliffe

Nice bakery

Mike McAuliffe

Nice bakery

Jrod macolicious

Now this is the spot for your five-star bakery thanks for your service

Jrod macolicious

Now this is the spot for your five-star bakery thanks for your service

Jairo Molina

True: doughy croissants are not the best croissants. Besides: no place for sitting that is comfy n warm.

Declan Ryan (Guitar Declan)

Best bakery in Ottawa, hands down. Definitely a must-try if you are in the Ottawa region.

david

(Translated) A good bakery, typical French. Good pastries and pastries (Original) Une bonne boulangerie, typique française. De bonnes pâtisseries et viennoiseries

Freddy Baril

Prompt and friendly service. We had the almond croissant and an apple tart. Both were good and fresh. Don't forget to spare some time to try the amazing brunch at the back.

Mert Metin

Average in taste. Overpriced.

George Benedek

Great place, friendly owner.

Bruce Ford

I had the pleasure of discovering The French Baker right before Christmas; having grown up in Montreal (home of La Patisserie Belge, which is sadly no longer in business), I was looking to pass on my childhood Christmas morning tradition of oven-warmed almond croissants and Chocolatines to my own family. I placed my order several days in advance and can honestly say that the quality surpassed my (high) expectations. And a special thanks to Scott for going above & beyond the call of duty to ensure I was delighted with the pastries. And now that my family is gleefully addicted, I will definitely be back next Christmas (and possibly sooner).

Micha Wuulwicce

An absolute pleasure !

Javier Toledo

Staff was abrasive, discourteous and not service oriented. Pastries were hard, not worth the price.

DK Pau

Best croissants in Ottawa. Worth the trip to the Byward Market.

ziyue Mao

(Translated) OK. It's not in Montreal ???? The pastries are good and a bit pricey compared to the quality. But there is no other French pastry shop in the city center. So, enjoy your meal ???? (Original) Ok. C’est pas à Montréal ???? Les pâtisseries sont bons et un peu cher au comparer à la qualité. Mais il n’y a aucun d’autre pâtisserie français au centre ville. Alors, bon appétit ????

Rawad Elias

Very good croissant and breads. As several have mentioned, the service isn't the best and the man at the cash makes yo you feel like you're inconveniencing him. I haven't tried the pastries, but their croissants and breads are very good. I've been coming here for years, and if you can get over the mediocre service, you'll enjoy the baked goods.

Anthony Lussier

Belle expérience, bon service, great coffee and amazing French pastries with all kinds of other consumables. You can see their smile from under the mask!

Mary Huang

The croissants are not as flaky as those I enjoyed in my 2 years working in France and there are better ones in town but the chocolate mousse cake here is excellent..

Elanor Brodie

Perfect croissant and a lovely cashier fluently bilingual

Mickael Dubois

(Translated) While we are very clear, it is not at all French bakery. We took a croissant and a chocolatine and for French people this is neither croissant nor chocolatine. I don't know where they got their recipe from but they don't know that those are made on a basis of puff pastry and not of brioche bread. It really pisses me off to see people advertise genuine products and be so far from the truth. This lets people who have never had the real product in their mouths think that what they are tasting is the real product and they must think that it is good when in fact they think the opposite. So in summary, it is not at all French products and above all it is not good. I'm only talking about croissants and chocolatines, the rest can be better. (Original) Alors que l'on soit très clair, ce n'est pas du tout de la boulangerie française. Nous avons pris un croissant et une chocolatine et pour des français ceci ne sont ni croissant ni chocolatine. Je ne sais pas où ils ont pris leur recette mais il ne savent pas que ceux si sont fait sur une base de pâte feuilletée et non de pain brioché. Ça m'énerve vraiment de voir des personnes annoncé des produits authentiques et être aussi loin de la vérité. Cela laisse penser aux personnes qui n'ont jamais eu le véritable produit en bouche, que ce qu'il déguste est le vraie produit et ce doivent de penser que c'est bon alors que en faite ils pensent l'inverse. Donc en résumé ce n'est pas du tout des produits français et surtout ce n'est pas bon. Je ne parle que des croissants et chocolatines le reste est peu etre meilleur.

Anthony Pucci

If you've got things to downtown early in the morning, then his is your first stop. Grab a coffee and a pastry and be on your way. Coffee is illy, so top notch, and the pastries are delicious.

Mitch Sprague

Stopped in for brunch at Benny's so on the way out decided to get some fresh bread for dinner later. Done the way it should be the product is very good quality. Friendly staff.

Sean Kelly

Authentic French pastries and cakes. The croissant I had was very good. Their are about four seats by the doors.

Kris Duhaime

This bakery is as authentic as it gets. French speaking staff as well. Relatively descent prices for baked goods. And yes, their croissants tend to be a bit doughy.

Richelle Laura Molaro

Have been here a few times recently. The tarts and eclairs are good, but the service is lacking. Staff doesn't seem very friendly or inviting, makes you feel bad that you bothered them for a croissant and some coffee. Also the traditional french vienoisseries are doughy - the flour is too dense and they are missing that lovely light, airy, crispness that you would expect from a french bakery.

Matt Cooke

Really great boulangerie, the almond croissant was fantastic. I was reluctant to give this place a try due to all the bad reviews but I will definitely be going back. Also got to try the bread from here since it was served at Benny's Bistro and it was fantastic. Excellent crust, flavour, and the perfect texture. The service was fine too, the man who served me definitely would have been more comfortable speaking in French but I found him to be perfectly amiable.

Mark Stern

Amazing pastries! And open nice and early like a bakery should be. Was able to get great coffee and food before heading back to the States!

Jocelyn Lamarche

Best French pastries in Ottawa

Davindra Ramnarine

Small bakery just a couple of streets away from the bustling Byward Market. They have a variety of French pastries that are made fresh on site and it smelled amazing. We ended up grabbing breakfast pastries and coffee here twice on our trip to Ottawa, service was very friendly, pastries were delicious and safety protocols were in place. Will definitely visit again next time we come to Ottawa.

Nathan Davie

Best croissants in the city. Very friendly staff!

Kamilla Nowak

Absolutely divine!

Kaveh K

Finally a place that gets mille-fleuille right!

Allen Walker

A superb bakery. Their food is very delicious. The staff is nice. The service is great. The place is nice & clean.

Mathieu ChampRoux

great "frangipane"! the real deal!

Ella Ineza

(Translated) I love, and they are cordial! (Original) J'aime, et ils sont cordiales!

Dominique Deflandre

(Translated) Croissants, a nice choice of pastries made on site and imported sweets ... everything to sweeten your mouth with a good coffee???? (Original) Croissants, beau choix de pâtisseries faites sur place et sucreries importées... tout pour se sucrer le bec accompagné d'un bon café????

glenn ellis

Their commitment to quality is evident in everything I have purchased.

Nadim Hammoud

Decent but not authentic. You can't taste the butter in their croissant, it's not flaky either. they bread is hard and tasteless. not good

Devakripa Cohen

This is the best bakery of its kind in Ottawa...amazing ...always ...delicious...always fresh...best to go is earlier in the day...certain days different kinds of breads...and baguettes....especially Saturdays....their buttery croissants are delectable....another outstanding bakery across the river is Fidilice...depending.on where you are....either are the best...I own the Peace-Garden Vegetarian Paradise ...a few steps away...and am familiar with all the bakeries and suppliers....for over 25 years...enjoy their buttery croissants....and assorted pastries in the baskets...at either place...and you will be enjoying the best in Ottawa and Gatineau area...Fidilice also is now offering vegan and gluten free cakes...along with European style delectable cakes you find at the French Baker....

mina kaviani

Best French breakfast I had so far in Ottawa. Great coffee, great atmosphere and great staff.

Jelena P

The man at the cash was a little grumpy, but he did kindly tell me about the different tarts they had. I went for the pecan chocolate and it was amazing. Don’t think I’ve ever had anything like it - fresh, tasty, and a nice mix of soft and crunchy.

Saed Alavinia

Very limited selection, especially when it comes brown bread. The only one they had was not so fresh! The staff was very ignorant and unwelcoming as well. The name of their business is misleading!!

Genevieve Anderson

Mediocre to disappointing viennoiserie.

Ahmad

Quality and freshness has been going downhill lately, Very disappointing I have had better croissant in Mumbai, India! Stale, over baked and lacking layers - and that’s not a one off thing, that’s the third batch I get over the last 6 months One would expect much more out of a $5 croissant

Rachel Ruffo

This place is adorable and delicious! They carry breads, pastries, coffee, and cookies. They are peanut free but not nut free so if you are allergic to peanuts this place is amazing (but not if you are allergic to almonds or other nuts). I have tried their cinnamon bun - it’s made with croissant dough so it’s super flaky - and their chocolate espresso cake. Both were great. Note that their breakfast pastries such as croissants are usually sold out by lunch time so if you would like a chocolate croissant go early or call ahead! If you go in the afternoon they will still have their selection of yummy desserts but no or few breakfast pastries.

Delcourt olivier

(Translated) Our supplier of Pim's (Original) Notre fournisseur de Pim's

Rick Kenny

Best croissants in Ottawa! Lots of other yummy pastries, and good service as well, in English or French. I don't understand the negative reviews. I have been a customer for years. They NEVER have stale croissants because they are sold out out every day. The service is efficient, but never rude.

Devakripa Cohen

Love absolutely love their wonderful breads ....real butter croissants and fabulous desserts....I own Peace-Garden. .. a vegetarian coffee shop down the street and often use their hand rolled baguettes ....which am planning to use tomorrow....for our daily special...Note special days they make walnut bread....unbelievable.....They are beyond 5stars!!!!!

Tata

Super delicious pastry ????????

Billy Strathdee

(Translated) Wonderful service with delicious pastries (Original) Service magnifique avec des pâtisseries délicieux

Sh Agha

Very fresh croissant and delicious cappuccino thanks guys for great services bad cozy store ????

Sh Agha

Very fresh croissant and delicious cappuccino thanks guys for great services bad cozy store ????

Jeffrey Robertson

Delicious pastries and excellent Illy coffee!

Daniel Zajic

Not that good; incomparable with real French bakeries Croissant is almost as bad as what you'll find in a grocery store. Flavor is only ok, and the texture is like white bread. Chausson aux pommes (apple turnover) was dry (not fresh that day?) and bland. Filling a bit too sweet, and dough not salty enough. The almond pastry/dessert was decent, but crazy sweet. I couldn't have more than one bite. I probably wouldn't go even if it was the only choice, which it isn't.

Patrick O'Donovan

5 stars for the croissant alone ????

Kevin Hua

very good pastries

Andrew Waldron

Croissants were very disappointing. They need to go back to the quality they had when they opened. I was hoping to have a fine bakery in the neighbourhood for weekend breakfasts.

Ben Shepherd

I was frustrated the other day because the French Baker messed up and forgot my order on Mother's Day, but Scott, the owner, called me back quite quickly after my negative review and personally delivered a dozen croissants to my house. Scott, you have a happy customer again. Thank you for making the effort to make it right.

Sandy Taylor

Delicious and fresh!

Jocelyne Chan

Delicious pastries and friendly service.

Tasha

This place has fantastic delicious croissants and cinnamon rolls?

Stevenson Tom

Great tasting.... Although kind of pricy. Fresh croissants (not shown).

Shyamal Addanki

I would give zero stars if I could. I was very excited to find a French bakery; having lived in France for years, one thing I miss most is French baked goods. I went to Boulanger Français with my French wife and we bought three different cakes, including an eclair, and two chocolate croissants. Honestly, they were simply terrible. Not compared to French pastries or anything, just terrible. I've had better croissants at Starbucks, Tim Hortons, and I would even wager that week-old croissants from ghetto gas stations would be better. Same with the eclair, and I barely have the courage to try the other cakes. The advice I would give the owner is to please change the name of the establishment. Calling yourself a French bakery is akin to Tim Hortons calling itself an Italian delicatessen. The only somewhat interesting thing about this place is that the guy behind the counter tries to mimic the old stereotypical nose-in-the-air French attitude. But that simply does not work in Ottawa, or anywhere nowadays for that matter.

Marc L. Tremblay

Tasty bread and nice pastries too, the bistro in the back is where you really want to go though.

Joseph Onuoha

Very bad customer experience with the guy at the cash! He was very rude asking me to not waste his time and his cash printing paper when I tried using a tap debit card..."you're wasting my time and paper, we don't have tap machine here please" that's whate said to me. How am I going back to this place,Never

Alexander Zacharuk

Best baguettes in Ottawa! And priced fairly too!

Ashweena K.RUMAJOGEE

Délicieux! I love their bread! Today I had some pastries and it was très bon!!!

Justin Duhaime

A bit pricey but tasty

Zenah Surani

Best palmiers of life

Igor Ivanov

Delicious, just delicious bakery! Kids are happy

Deny Trudel

Classic French bakery. Amazing sandwiches with that hard-as-rock baguette bread, amazing pastries, really really good caramel tarts. The baked goods are really top notch. I've been to Paris, this place is typical Paris. An absolute gem downtown Ottawa.

shawn lovegrove

Good, authentic Parisien goods. Limited seating.

Robert Boisvert

The best French pastry shop in Ottawa, period! Their croissants, almond croissants and baguettes are our favourites and so fresh and delicious. Last January for the Epiphany we ordered the specialty only made once a year ‘ Galette des Rois ‘ and our French visiting friends swore it was the best they ever had. Vive Le Boulanger Français!!! Robert et Rachel

Popy

(Translated) Very disappointed with the croissant I had. I came to this place on purpose because I wanted to be able to taste a real French croissant but it clearly didn't have the texture or the taste. Doesn't deserve its name: /. (Original) Très déçues par le croissant que je ai pris. Je me suis déplacée exprès jusqu'à cet endroit parce que je souhaitais pouvoir déguster un vrai croissant français mais il n'en avait clairement pas la texture ni le goût. Ne mérite pas son nom :/.

Guy Warwick (ForestRanger)

Great food, especially the almandines and brioches

Anastasiia Levchenko

I think it is a great find ???????? Very delicious bakery

SUPERBEIGE

One of my favorite bakeries in Ottawa! Everything I’ve gotten there is amazing quality and they also have great espresso-based coffees and imported & local treats

Ian Gergin

Outstanding place for croissants and other French baked goods. Was served by the owner - a real polite Frenchman. :)

Zach White

Nice little slice of paris in Ottawa

Mariz Nashed

Staff was friendly. The chocolate croissant was soft and delicious.

Olivia Lee

Super yummy! And very cute!! It's like artwork!!

Pawel P

Very good french bread, pastries and baked goods, really delicious and worth the price along with great fresh coffee.

Sea Lion

Very good. Tried shortbread and chocolate cookies, and coffee cream cake. All were good looking, large size, and yummy.

Ian Johns

Great bakery and friendly staff!

Tegan Lewis

Unfortunately its very poorly managed. Their printer paper was not working, and it looked as though their computer wasn't either, they were out of small, medium cups and completely out of lids. I found the almond croissant less than desirable. I am disapointed to say the least. The only reason for the three stars is because I found the two ladies working there this morning very pleaseant but not pleaseant enough for me to go again.

Bryce Deathe

On the outskirts of the byward market, this bakery stands out as the place that locals frequent for fresh breads and pastries, vs the touristy bakeries which are more central. Wonderful friendly staff and beautiful and tasty baked goods, definitely check this one out!

Reluctant Homemaker

Love this place! Amazing French pastries and desserts with lots of unique things you won't find anywhere else. Definitely a must-stop when in Ottawa!

Silvia Lopez

Very good croissants! variety of options and good price. The only negative thing is that they say they offer delivery on Google, but when we called them they say that they don't provide that service.

Kelly Livingston

ZOMG the BEST eclair we ever had with chocolate custard. The chocolate and almond pastry was excellent as well. Worth the ride downtown

Cory Contini

Awesome pastries!

Cory Contini

Awesome pastries!

Александр Когулько

Our favourite bakery in town

Cake Serenity

Usually this is my go to place for any French pastries. The smell alone is amazing! However, I was really disappointed in their millefeuille today as it was soggy and not worth $7.

Alex Kalotinis

Love everything I’ve had here - highly recommend the coffee and any of the baked goods!

B Pitt

Their pastries are wickedly addictive!

Amanda Barros

(Translated) Very good for someone who wants to find a good pastry. (Original) Très bien pour quelqu'un qui veut trouver une bonne pâtisserie.

carole Bernstein

It's hard to find really good bread and cakes in this area, but The French Baker excels at everything they serve. Breads, cakes, pastries, cooked meals like Pot au Feu. I recently tried their " Lumberjack bread". Oh my. Dense, flavourful, multigrain, dark bread. A real treat for Ottawa .

Brennan McConnell

Really great products and friendly service, unfortunately at "Ottawa Market prices."

Ilaria Boldrini

Pastries were fresh, excellent quality, good prices.

Michelle Reynolds

It smells soooo good here. Super kind and friendly customer care. Delicious bread!!! Traditional French bakery at very reasonable prices. Simply a gem. #localguide

Rachel Desroches

(Translated) I accidentally discovered the French Baker by accident as a result of searching for open places during the pandemic. It's our second time at ordering scones and croissants. Absolutely satisfied. They were tasty and flaky just as we like them. Thank you to the young lady for the courtesy of the croissants in the late afternoon today. It was well appreciated. We look forward to visiting you post pandemic. (Original) I accidentally discovered le Boulanger français by accident as a result of searching for open places during the pandemic. It's our second time at ordering scones and croissants. Absolutely satisfied. They were tasty and flaky just as we like them. Merci à la jeune dame pour la gracieuseté des croissants en tard après-midi aujourd'hui. Ce fut bien apprécié. Nous avons hâte de vous visiter post pandémie.

Trent Walker

Delicious! This is a very nice bakery.

Pieter Huyssen

Great environment-- close to the mark for France Many thanks

Ronald Elliott

Stubbled upon this place by accident with a friend. It is kind of hidden behind the main area that is considered the Byward Market but definitely worth the visit. The bake goods are amazing! The selection and quality of breads are great.

M W

Came 5 times for croissant, chocolate croissant, almond croissant and chocolate almond croissant, and dried each times. Just don't understand the hype about that bakery.

Sara Anne Mailhot

(Translated) Excellent customer service, exceptional pastries and delicious fresh bread. I love how they added French products and non-alcoholic wine to their selection, perfect for parties and always, really. A highly recommended neighborhood treasure to visit - you won't regret it once you taste the chocolate éclairs (and everything, really)! (Original) Excellent service à la clientèle, pâtisseries exceptionnelles et pain frais délicieux. J'adore comment ils ont ajouté à leur sélection des produits français et vin non alcoolisés, parfait pour les fêtes et toujours, vraiment. Un trésor pour le quartier, grandement recommandé, à visiter - vous n'allez pas le regretter une fois que vous goûter les éclairs au chocolat(et tout, vraiment)!

Jilani Hammar

(Translated) The croissants are good but the place is not French. (Original) Les croissants sont bonne mais la place pas français.

Michael Sonnenfeld

Wonderful raspberry mousse cake, delicious almond croissant and crispy/soft baguette: who could ask for more?

Dawn Schmidt

Best Boulanger in Ottawa! It's been a family favourite since we moved here in 2006. The very best cinnamon rolls, sour dough bread and croissants. It's a place we take every visitor to Ottawa.

Milk Bread ASMR

Agree with another review, nice food, nothing particularly outstanding yet but I only tried 3 things. The mini lemon cakes are very nice though, will definitely be buying more of them.

Monique Mackenzie

Baguettes are inexpensive and very good!

david sugarman

So good and remains a fave...plus the staff are always amazimg

Emilie Louise

(Translated) Very good bread, pleasant staff! (Original) Très bon pain, personnel agréable!

Hana Alston

Adore this bakery! For a treat once in a while, it's a definite must visit in Ottawa. A gem of a French bakery. Anyone who appreciates high quality authentic croissants, pains au chocolat (chocolatines) or chocolate will need to pay a visit to this bakery. If you feel especially indulgent, peruse the glass display case replete with tartelettes, mini cakes and slices of cake. This is the only French bakery in Ottawa that reminds me of my favourite one when I resided in Lyon. Staff are generally friendly and quick.

Sarah-Virginie Courtemanche

So good!

Amy

This place is a jewel. I love all the bread and coffee in this store. On the last day of 2020, I bought chocolate cake, croissant, cinnamon roll, Eclair, and mousse cake. I drove for 40 minutes to buy these, but it's worth it. The staff were super kind (Always) and brought me a box of cakes to my car. See you soon!

Denis D

EXCELLENT cherry cheesecake & amazing owner !!

Zelda

could have sold a fresher pastry but yum

Craig Angelini

Everything was fresh great selection very friendly staff.

P H

Amazing pastries and espresso. Nice treats and knick knacks from France. Friendly service.

Cloë

Delicious treats at this French bakery!

Nada H

Amazing pastries and bread. I'm so glad they're open during the pandemic although it's just a door service.

김소영

(Translated) Where I happened to find the location in the local newspaper. A block in Byward Market? Two blocks? Expected Napoleon Bakery in Korea ?; French bread faithful to the basics. The next morning, I made a sandwich with croissants, but the time went by and the croissants were delicious. Friendly owner. This wasn't good for eating the next morning. (Original) 우연히 지역신문에서 위치를 알게되어 찾아갔던 곳. 바이워드 마켓에선 한 블락? 두 블락?쯤 떨어진 곳. 한국의 나폴레옹 제과점?을 기대하였으나;; 기본에 충실한 프랑스 빵류임. 다음 날 아침 크로와상으로 샌드위치 만들었는데 시간이 지났어도 크로와상 맛있었음 :) 서양배 모양의 빵이 있어 안에 무언가 필링이 있는가 (있길 바라며) 물었는데 그냥 브리오슈였다는. 친절한 주인임. 이건 다음 날 아침에 먹으니 별로였음.

A Der

Best croissants in the city

Simon Oliver

Bread is pretty good. There are not too many great bakeries in Ottawa. And this is a good option. Service was not great though. I just wished that the French baker would also master (French) etiquette...

André Tremblay

Excellent bread! Great service !

Svetlana Drobot

Great location, clean and cosy place. I always buy fresh crispy bread and cake in the morning on a weekend.

Vlad Paly

Quality of croissants and eclairs are far away from quality of real french bakery. Coffee is good

Account

Best bakery in Ottawa

Jennifer Chan

There is no menu. I asked for 1. Iced coffee 2. Mocha they had neither and the guy explained it was a european menu. Not sure what that means but ended up getting an Americano and a croissant. Would help if they had a posted menu especially in such a touristy area. Croissant was decent.

Jennifer Chan

There is no menu. I asked for 1. Iced coffee 2. Mocha they had neither and the guy explained it was a european menu. Not sure what that means but ended up getting an Americano and a croissant. Would help if they had a posted menu especially in such a touristy area. Croissant was decent.

Nadine Taylor

Delicious traditional French baked goods and patisserie. Butter involved! Always try to stop in while in Ottawa. Great sweets, cakes, fresh breads and coffee.

Anna Bloas

I tried it for pastries, typically french, and was not disappointed at all! The prices are quite fair for the quality. The croissants are Amazing! Fresh and tasting real butter. I'm really happy to know I have a good bakery next to my place. I'll definitly Come again fore these and try something else as well. The only thing that was already mentionned in other comments is that there are no prices tag, so that's a surprise until the bill. Not really fan if this concept. Other than that, I definitly recomand the place!

Megan Mortimer

Amazing people with amazing food

Richard D

I really like it here.

Amandine Bouguet

(Translated) First of all, a more than unpleasant and cold welcome. A salesperson anything but smiling. And what about the pastries ?! Other than that they are more than disappointing, there is nothing to do with French pastries. Quite simply, no know-how in terms of hospitality as much as food. DO NOT GO UNDER ANY PRETEXT, prefer IGA which is doing much better with a much more decent price. (Original) Tout d'abord un accueil plus que désagréable et froid. Un vendeur tout sauf souriant. Et que dire des viennoiseries ?! À part qu'elles sont plus que décevantes, il n'y a aucun rapport avec des viennoiseries françaises. Tout bonnement aucun savoir faire autant au niveau de l'accueil que de la nourriture. N'Y ALLEZ SOUS AUCUN PRÉTEXTE, préférez IGA qui s'en sorte beaucoup mieux avec un prix bien plus décent.

Maryam F

It’s sad that with such a great location in the market and the potential, all you get is old dry pastries. You know you have the option of baking fresh in the morning that would make the day for people who feel like walking to the bakery to pick up fresh baked goods, but you choose to serve dry old ones.. but why?? today I lost hope in your store.. we are obviously not in Paris, but you can try??

Samantha Robertson

(Translated) Cute place (Original) Mignon endroit

Jason Waid

By far the best and most traditional French bakery I have found in ottawa. The croissants are amazing, the baguettes are lovely and all the breads are delicious and extremely fresh, also the pastries and coffee are amazing.The store is very tidy and clean and the staff are amazing. I have been coming here since I was little with my mother. This place is truly a jem.

Carole Rosen

Probably the best breads, pastry, cakes, pot au feu, service in the area!

Maxime Imbert

Love this place! They have such great pastries and cakes, as well as meals. Always fantastic service, and very friendly staff! I highly recommend!

Kacey Hrynkiw

Incredibly mouth watering aroma in this bakery, and a feast for your eyes. Do not go in hungry! 5 Star without a doubt. I will be back sooner than later.

Ethan Nodwell

We really liked the lemon tarts we got, but the eclairs were... well, not eclairs. The chocolate on top and pastry was fine, but the filling was literal chocolate pudding. Not even vanilla, or a creme, but chocolate pudding. Id suggest going with a more traditional filling next time.

Yasmine

Amazing almond croissant! This french bakery is truly a hidden gem. Very typical french boulangerie.

Ralph Blaine

Twelve (or was it fifteen?) years ago the croissants were nearly up to Parisian standards. But no more. Sad. I still enjoy the sourdough bread though.

Andrew Robbie

Ordinary croissants. In response: thanks for condescendingly implying I don't know what a good croissant tastes like. You can keep your Costco pastries.

elena k

Not impressed by the bakery items- either bread/ baguette or eclair. Stopped at the bistro on the back for branch on weekend. I had tuna, and other person had French toast. Both were good, however it was not what we wanted to order. We wanted wild mushrooms dumplings and bacon potato. They run out of it. Well we came earlier next day, but surprisingly they out of it again. Was it even there?

Philippe Turbé

(Translated) There is only French in the name. The wand was infamous. The crust was peeling off as if the bread had been frozen and I am not talking about the pains aux chocolat. In addition, the price of the products is excessive and the service leaves much to be desired. In short, I advise you not to go there. I just wish they would take the comments into account to improve. (Original) Il n'y a de français que le nom. La baguette était infâme. La croûte se détachait comme si le pain avait était congelé et je ne vous parle pas des pains aux chocolat. En plus le prix des produits est excessif et le service laisse franchement à désirer. Bref je vous déconseille d'y aller. Je souhaite juste qu'ils prennent en compte les commentaires pour s'améliorer.

moe saki

(Translated) BITCHING BITCHING BITCHING LIKE HER CANNOT! The tall, blue-eyed gentleman only has that his demeanor is absolutely unprofessional, but he screams, and gets angry in front of customers. I'm SHOCKING, it's really amazing that this individual still works in the bakery. Once I went to get myself a pannini, and by accident he escaped the box of pannini in the fridge, a small accident when he was ENERVERED as much as possible BEFORE ME and other customers with an attitude negative and a FRENCH CHIANT DETESTABLE tone !!! what are you doing there if you don't like your job? or behave like the world frankly !!! and today! I ask for a pannini that it be reheated, the guy tells me NO SA DOES NOT WARM UP! LET'S SEE WHAT !! you have a restaurant behind so who you think you are telling me its not heating up !!!!! Alas! how painful people they are! I will NEVER come back and I will NEVER set foot there! INSUPORTABLE FRENCH! BITCH BITCH BITCH! TANNER OF THEIR NEGATIVE ATTITUDE ... QUESTION: WHAT IS THIS FRENCH DIPLOMA OF ATTITUDE THAT NEVER ENDS? EH? NOTE: YOU FRENCH, (THE ESCROTS) WE KNOW YOU! SO, I WOULD LOVE THE BIG BLUE-EYED, BROWN-EYED MAN OF 1. LEARNING POLITE 2. KNOW HOW TO TALK WITH CUSTOMERS, ESPECIALLY WOMEN 3. DRESS PROFESSIONALLY AND LOOK GOOD 4. Frankly, after all, I'll kick him out! I KNOW ! AT LEAST 5 PEOPLE WHO HAVE STOPPED GOING BECAUSE OF THIS FRENCH SCROT! HONESTLY, DETESTABLE TIP FROM A FRIEND! (Original) CHIANT CHIANT CHIANT COMME SA SE PEUT PAS! Le grand monsieur aux yeux bleu n'ont seulement que son comportement est absolument pas professionelle, mais il cris, et s'énerve devant les clients. Je suis CHOQUER, c'est vraiment incroyable que cet individue travail encore au boulangerie. Une fois j'ai été me procurer d'un pannini, et par accident il a évchapé la boite de pannini dans le Frigidaire, un petit accident alors qu'il s'est ENERVER au maximum DEVANT MOI et d'autres client avec un attitude negative et un ton FRANCAIS CHIANT DETESTABLE !!! que fais tu la bas si tu n'aime pas ton travail? ou bien comporte toi comme du monde franchement!!! et aujourdhui! je demande un pannini qu'il soit rechaufer, le mec me dit NON SA NE SE RECHAUFFE PAS! VOYONS DONT!! tu as un resto derriere alors pour qui tu te prend a me dire sa ne se rechauffe pas!!!!! helas! que ce sont des gens pénible! je revienderai JAMAIS et je metterai JAMAIS les pieds la bas! DES FRANCAIS INSUPORTABLE! CHIANT CHIANT CHIANT ! TANNER DE LEUR ATTITUDE NEGATIF... QUESTION: QUEL ES CE DIPLOME D'ATTITUDE FRANCAIS QUI NE FINI JAMAIS ? HEIN? REMARQUE: VOUS LES FRANCAIS, (LES ESCROTS) ON VOUS CONNAIT! ALORS, J'AIMERAI LE GRAND MEC AUX YEUX BLEU ET SOURCI-UNI DE 1. APPRENDRE LA POLITESSE 2.SAVOIR PARLER AVEC LES CLIENTS SURTOUT LES FEMMES 3.S'HABILLER PROFESSIONELLEMENT ET AVOIR DE L'ALLURE 4. FRANCHEMENT, APRES TOUT, JE LE FOUTERAI DEHORS ! JE CONNAIS ! AU MOINS 5 PERSONNES QUI ONT ARRETER D'ALLER A CAUSE DE CE ESCROT FRANCAIS LA! HONNETEMENT, DETESTABLE CONSEIL D'UN AMI !

Michael B

Amazing!

Kalvin Holland

Chocolate seasalt cookies... Mmmmm

Ghaby Latino

I went there for the first time to buy their galette des rois and the old man at the cash was extremely rude. I called 20 mins before arriving at their store to ask if they had any galette de rois left and he told me he had two left, I asked if he could set one aside for me and he refused. I decided to take the chance and drove there, I arrived exactly 20 mins later and he told me he had none left, he decided to sell me “his own galette de rois” (which was very small and pricy pastry). but since I had already made the trip, I decided to buy it. When I walked out of store I decided to check inside the bag, only to find out the product was unfinished, I walked out with a piece of pastry cut in half with no filling or figurines inside the tart. I went back to complain and got the most rude and arrogant customer service ever, the idiotic old man accused me of cutting open the tart when I had literally left his store 30 seconds earlier (like if I had a knife to perfectly cut the tart in the middle, take out the filling, figurines, all in 30 seconds!). I was very offended that he dare make such accusation and I demanded my money back, which he did in the most rude way possible and even told me I was “ungrateful” because he had sold me his galette des rois, he even made gestures to leave his store (like if he was doing me a favor or giving me something for free). It is a shame that this was my first AND LAST visit there. It was a HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPERIENCE. I will NEVER go there again unless they get rid of this arrogant OLD MAN!

Michael B

Excellent in every way.

Eric Becker

5/5 for the pastries. As for the service, well...do you really want to know?

juliana haddad

worst customer service I have ever experienced, I will never return back here.

Anna Williams

It was my fault for going late in the afternoon so there wasn't much selection and the brioche I got was a little stale from sitting out all day. However, coffee was just ok. I really wanted to like this place but instead I was disappointed with this visit. I'll try again earlier in the day before I give up.

James Knowles

Low quality products. Pain au chocolat was like regular bread with some chocolate inside - way too dense, and not at all like a proper croissant. Baguette lacked flavour. Bottom line : there are many better bread and pastry bakeries in Ottawa, so don't waste your money here.

Marine Blanc

(Translated) Pastries clearly not of the day, very dry. The name is promising, but this is not a French bakery. In reply to the owner: I didn’t mean to be defamatory, if it was today I would believe you. What is certain is that it was way too dry (it was hard to bite into it) so inedible. (Original) Des viennoiseries clairement pas du jour, très sèches. Le nom est prometteur, mais on n’est pas dans une boulangerie française. En réponse au propriétaire : je n’ai pas voulu être diffamatoire, si c’était du jour je veux bien vous croire. Ce qui est certain, c’est que c’était beaucoup trop sec (on a eu du mal à croquer dedans) donc immangeable.

MarlonBrandov9

the food is delicious, we had the french toast. the service is extremely friendly.

Tigress

These Croissants are unique in colour, texture and taste than any other Croissants in the city. Their Almond Croissant is equally good and not too sweet. I ended up trying their Brioche because they sold out of Croissants the day that I arrived to grab one with a quick cup of coffee. The Brioche is delicious and their coffee is excellent (Illy brand). We have tried their Espresso, Americano (Espresso shot with hot water). The seating is limited with a bar set up along the wall near the entryway. We have only ever been served by either the young man or woman. They were both very friendly and the older man was always in the back baking. While we were there, we noticed the Benny's Bistro menu (which looks very intreguing) and we look forward to trying it out.

Anthony Baranyi

Big place. Large selection. Ordinary tasting pastries.

Yunus Tegally

(Translated) At $ 7 and a half for two chocolate and almond croissants, we would be looking for something better than the mediocrity I got. Virtually inedible, I would send the thing in a wall that it would make me a hole! I thought that the quality might be better than Michel's bakery in the center curtain, I got my finger in the eye! First and last time I buy food there / Inedible chocolate almond croissants. Thought that the French bakery could make decent stuff, but it's the first and last time I'm buying something there. I'd throw these croissants on a wall that they'd make a hole in it. I 'm so disappointed I'm getting pissed off. (Original) À 7 dollars et quelque pour deux croissants au chocolat et aux amandes, on s'attedrait à quelque chose de mieux que la médiocrité que j'ai eue. Pratiquement inmangeable, j'enverrais le truc dans un mur que ça m'en ferait un trou! Moi qui croyait que la qualité serait peut être meilleur que Michel's bakery au centre rideau, je me suis bien fourré le doigt dans l'oeil! Première et dernière fois que j'achète à manger là bas / Inedible chocolate almond croissants. Thought that the French bakery could make decent stuff, but it's the first and last time I'm buying something there. I'd throw these croissants on a wall that they'd make a hole in it. I'm so disappointed I even had to give them a review because I'm pissed off I payed over 7 bucks and can't even return these stuff.

T H

I bought a chocolate croissant and almond croissant. The almond croissant was amazing!I tried some in Ottawa.This is the best almond croissant !Must try.

Mark Miller

Great little bakery with some delicious treats. The croissants were light, fluffy, but a little dry. The other treats looked amazing but I ran away before I got myself into trouble!

Makala Chapman

The bakery is small and has more of a get your pastries to go vibe, but that's okay! The selection of breads and sweet treats was good. But the taste and quality of the food was all there, I wished I had seconds. My cake and tart were both fresh and tasty. It is a bit pricey but nothing out of the ordinary for a French bakery. It's definitely worth it.

Renate Kahlke

Yum!

Heon Yeo

Magnifique! A great bakery whose staples reflect just how great they are. It is unfortunate I had a bad tart a couple times, but I will return - that is how good their quality of staples are. Baguette (Traditional) 4.5 stars: - crisp crust - excellent color - well risen (nice variation of holes) - nice flavor from fermentation Croissant 4 stars: - very crisp exterior - good aroma and taste of butter Tarts 3.5 stars: - excellent crust - crisp, light, buttery, and excellent mouth-feel (overall) - lemon: sweet, tart, and very good lemon flavor - choose this if available - fruit/frangipane (apple/pear/almond): excellent frangipane with great texture, well rounded almond flavor - tart crust can vary. I had a tart crust that was over baked and it is unfortunate that it was still placed in the display case for purchase - 5 star tart otherwise

Rim Kherouatou

(Translated) Very poor quality service, 0 welcome, 0 know-how with customers (Original) Service de très Mauvaise qualité, 0 accueil, 0 savoir-faire avec les clients

Aya Baker

their pastry was not that great was ok not the same as French bakery in france

Leezah Cohen

The fraisier was stellat, as usual!! The service on the phone very pleasant, helpful & accommodating . Unfortunately, the young server in the front of the store was very cool & brusque. Not what I expected when I picked up my order & wanted to purchase some other baked goods.Some more customer service training might be in order. However, I would reorder le fraisier in a hot second!!

Oleg Ottawa

they now have an older French man at the register and he is extremely arrogant and rude..a real d.ck..will not go back there

Jason Smith

The tartes are okay, but their croissants are clearly overrated. That blonde girl that works on Friday is clueless - they need to upgrade their personnel. I'll stick with Art Is In for my baked goods, thanks.

Jo Sorochinsky

A great bakery with a wide range of excellent baked products and outstanding service!

Michelle Lee

The bakery shop is tidy and neat. The food I bought were good, but nothing outstanding. They were all something I have tasted elsewhere. They tasted a bit old and dry. The chocolate cookie was a bit mushy where there was chocolate, while I expected the cookie to be crispy thoroughly. The server was kind and friendly.

tired panda

Suddenly had a craving for almond croissant. Luckily they were willing to put some aside for me this morning (as they were sold out within 2 hours yesterday)! The almond croissants did not disappoint. They were so buttery, flaky on the outside and soft on the inside. Absolutely delicious.

Rachel Flandé

Good bread, coffee is fantastic

Kate Zhao

My croissant was stale and hard...came in here with high expectations and was thoroughly disappointed

John M Chong

The offerings were limited and looked stale. Still we love French pastries and decide to try. Disappointed, as our fears were confirmed as all of the selections we bought tasted days old.

Agnès Neyret

(Translated) I tried the raisin roll which was tasty and very low in fat, as well as the fruit tart. To the eye and to the taste, it is clear that the ingredients used are fresh, of high quality and that there is real know-how. Considering these elements, the prices seemed reasonable to me. The welcome was friendly and I thank the French Baker for graciously replacing the lollipop that my son had dropped on the floor when he left the store :) (Original) J'ai testé le roulé aux raisins qui était savoureux et très peu gras, ainsi que la tartelette aux fruits. À l'oeil et au goût, il est clair que les ingrédients utilisés sont frais, de qualité et qu'il y a un vrai savoir-faire. Considérant ces éléments, les prix m'ont paru raisonnables. L'accueil était sympathique et je remercie le Boulanger français d'avoir gracieusement remplacé la sucette que mon fils avait laissé échapper par terre en sortant du magasin :)

Agnès Neyret

(Translated) I tried the raisin roll which was tasty and very low in fat, as well as the fruit tart. To the eye and to the taste, it is clear that the ingredients used are fresh, of high quality and that there is real know-how. …

Sa Ïra

(Translated) Nothing French I still have the bitter taste of my visit, nothing to do with the French bakery and pastry, the baguette no hard taste, and the pieces also limit inmangeables, one with pieces of candied fruit that have nothing to do in it ... I repeat one of the opinions, all that is French c the name And c expensive, not welcoming, service ben no service A very location but very poorly exploited (Original) Rien de français J'ai encore le goût amer de ma visite, rien avoir avec la boulangerie et pâtisserie françaises, la baguette pas de goût dure, et les pièces aussi limite inmangeables, une avec des morceaux de fruits confits qui n'ont rien à faire la dedans... Je reprends un des avis, tous ce qu'il y a de français c le nom Et c cher cher, pas accueillant, service ben pas de service Un très emplacement mais très mal exploité

Scott Cyr

1st time things were a little overdone, 2nd time was awesome :).

M T

I visit this place occasionally and I am always pleased with the service. A few days ago, I entered the bakery to purchase items, there was a worket sweeping, when I walked in, he politely said that he would help me. He stopped his task, went to the back and washed his hands before assiting me. I must say, I loved the consideration and respect that he washed his hands when changing tasks. So many establishments don't practice that, therefore it was refreshing to see that happen. That employee clearly knows the basics of good customer service and food safety. Good Job!

Veronica C

My almond tart wasn't fresh. Wanted a croissant but could tell they weren't the flaky style I like. The guy at cash was super nice. However when I had just opened my box, some guy who probably worked in the kitchen strode up to me and rudely asked if I needed my box. Twice. Excuse me? What were you planning to do, reuse it?! Absolutely appalled.

L. A. Pai

So happy the French Baker is open again! I love heading up Murray Street to work with my treat for the day. Always such great quality whether pastry or savoury.

mike dinh

everything is sooo good! take my money. i wish they were on UBER eats.

Mary Shoucair

This place is a gem .Even though it's not fancy but the quality of their baked goods is impeccable and impressive. I travel 35 min to get their almond croissants. Everything is super tasty.

Eric Chiu

pretty good bakery

Mark King

(Translated) The lemon pie was really not fresh. Shame. (Original) La tarte au citron n'était vraiment pas fraîche. Bien dommage.

Houda Dhoukar

(Translated) What to say? Big disappointment (apart from the coffee). Super expensive for the quality offered. The names and especially the price of the pastries sold are not indicated. We swallow when we hear the price to pay ... I do not recommend at all. First and last time for my part. In short, nothing to do with a French bakery. (Original) Que dire? Grosse déception (à part le café). Hyper cher pour la qualité proposée. Les noms et surtout le prix des pâtisseries vendues ne sont pas indiqués. On déglutit donc quand on entend le prix à payer…Je ne recommande pas du tout. Première et dernière fois pour ma part. Bref, rien à voir avec une boulangerie française.

Lidia O

Very disappointing - far from an authentic french bakery. Croissants were not flaky at all.

S Mor

(Translated) Very cool (Original) Tres frais

Christina

My husband and I bought two pastries here early on a Sunday morning and they were so dry and stale we could barely eat them! The espresso however was pretty good and the service was friendly.