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This small family-run bakery in Kenneth Village is my frequent stop for breakfast while out on a walk in the neighborhood or on the way back from a hike at Brand Park. You will know it by the many families and groups of old folks sat outside on the sidewalk conversing in several different languages over hot coffees and tartes. The ladies who man the counter and pull the coffees are very kind and friendly, and the community treats them with grace in return. Tip them well, as they run a tight ship, holding down the fort out front while the kitchen bakes red hot throughout the day. While The Commissary across the street has very expensive cappuccinos with a distinctive nutty taste (and often too loud a radio), the French Bakery sells classic, wonderfully frothy cappuccinos in large porcelain teacups for half the price and with the chattering of your fellow customers as music. The fresh morning pastries are sublime, but remember, this place is a cherished local institution, and the breakfast goods are very often cleaned out by 11 or sometimes 10am. Though I don’t often indulge in the desserts, I know them to be incredible, and they are commonly asked to bake custom cakes for birthdays and other events. Go across the street if you want a place to spread out and do paperwork, but if all you want to do is catch up on the news over coffee, then pssssttt, I have a secret: as of this writing, you can latch onto the Commissary’s wifi from the bakery’s sidewalk patio. If you live in the Grandview/Glenwood area, make The Village French Bakery your local coffee shop, you won’t regret it!

Baristello & co. РMenu with Prices Р709B Rue Jarry E, Montr̩al

This is an Up and coming Italian cafe, I’m familiar with the patrons that run this place so I knew I’m in for a treat. Walking in you get that laid back cafe vibe with some Italian flare, like all the Italian imports on the wall like jams, chocolates, cookies and other goodies. There coffee is there own blend at it’s fantastic, they have everything from espresso to cappuccinos and everything in between. They also have house made sandwiches, I had there egg sandwich with spicy salami a delicious little bite! I was tempted to try there baked goods, croissants and chocolatine from a bakery near by. The baristas are very friendly and always willing to spark up a conversation. This is a joint this area really needed. I suspect big things coming from these guys in the year. If your in the area come grab a coffee and even if your not it’s definitely worth the drive for great coffee and pineapples as far as the eye can see!!! I definitely will be back! Ps: they also sale local good from chuck Hughes like his maple syrup, olive oil etc.

Village Coffee Shop – Menu with Prices – 6717, 1605 Folsom St, Boulder

I wish you could give 1/2 stars, because this would be a 4.5 I live a couple blocks from Village Coffee Shop, which presents a dangerous situation. If I could afford to eat out for breakfast every day I would probably come here. It’s your classic greasy spoon diner with quick service, and the classics. Big portions, reasonable prices that leave the rest of the breakfast/brunch spots in the dust. Sure, you can’t get 10 different types of eggs benedicts, or creme brulee french toast (whatever crazy concoctions places are coming up with), but I can guarantee the pancakes are some of the best in town, and the chicken fried steak will definitely help cure your hangover. On the weekends, and even some weekdays, this place can get pretty packed (it’s a small place), but service moves quickly. The only things that I’d dock off was being served a stale biscuit to substitute for toast… then again it was later in the lunch time (so maybe they’re fresher in the early morning). If all you want is some tasty, classic American diner food, in a non-pretentious setting make Village coffee shop your go-to place.

Pinpoint Cafe – Menu with Prices – 7855 Ivanhoe Ave, La Jolla

This a great little coffee kiosk and snack bar. They make most of the traditional coffees and a a lot of the trendy ones as well. I stopped by before heading over to Duck’s for some brunch giving I had some time to spare before my party arrived. I ordered the Cafe au Lait made from a hazelnut flavor coffee. It was a smooth and rich cup of coffee with hazelnut overtones. The young lady made a good cup of coffee. They also offer some local baked good, salads, soups, and even burritos I hear. Service was top notch and quite friendly. I enjoyed the conversation with the young lady working the kiosk. They offer a few tables on the sidewalk and a mini traveling library.

Fiore’s Sweet Cup – Menu with Prices – 2835 SW 91st St #330, Gainesville

This local place has a ton of goodies and is good for a solid cup of coffee. Located in a place where another yogurt shop closed, this place has kept it on their menu but also added coffee. Pros- Great local small business. They have a ton of selections when it comes to coffee- made all different ways of too- lattes, cappuccinos, etc. They use local Sweetwater Organics coffee, which has a nice bold flavor depending on the roast. They also offer ice cream and frozen yogurt as well as local bakery treats from Baker Baker (also known as Amanda’s Traditional Bakeshop). I’ve also seen some selection of organic teas and drinks. It’s also a staple for the surrounding Haile/ Tower Rd. area- there’s not much in the way of local coffee shops. They also have a reward system where you can get a free coffee after 10 visits and routinely have specials on their Facebook page. It’s also very kid friendly- I always see kids in the afternoon after school doing their homework. They do have some tables inside and outside. The staff is very nice and accommodating. Cons- If you are used to sugary, frappucino style concoctions this place is not for you. They do have some flavoring syrups but not as extensive as Starbucks, which is ok in my book. Other than that-and probably the location for some people- there aren’t many cons. Overall, this little spot makes a more than decent cup of coffee at a great price. If you miss Baker Baker pastries and want a good cup of coffee, I recommend Fiore’s.

Maniac Roasting Menu with Prices 2000 Franklin St #101, Bellingham

I am not a coffee aficionado though I do like coffee. I buy from Alexarc at Maniac because he is nice, it is local and organic and fairly traded and smells amazing when I cycle by. BUT the last few days we had a French couple stay in our Airbnb and they WERE coffee connoisseurs and they wouldn’t stop going on about the quality of the coffee. They said a French press was the only way to go and just raved about it. So there you are. If it’s good enough for French coffee snobs it’s good enough for you. Go get it.

Cafe Saint Pio – Menu with Prices – 99 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids

I’m always looking for new, interesting places and this fit the bill. Located in Czech village, it’s a great addition to the area. Cute little coffee shop that’s got a lot going for it. They’ve only been open a few days, but seem to have a lot going for them already. The staff is delightful, and the ambiance is comfortable. The food was delicious. We went for lunch and were delighted with everything. The menu is not large, but covers a lot f or breakfast and lunch. Quiche, sandwiches, soup, French toast and pastries with a coffee bar. Wonderful place for a quiet outing!

Pandorée Restaurant – Bakery – Bar – Menu with Prices – 195 NW 36th St #3107, Miami

It’s a cute little bakery on an ugly street, but this area is still upcoming. I was going to Guarapo next door when I saw this spot. There is outside seating, both tables as couches. They have a variety of pastries and the usual what a bakery offers. Outside you would not expect what a wonderful place you walk in. Lots of space and seating, nice music. And the display is excellent. I ordered the 3+1 free pastries. I got almond croissants and Danish. I have to say they are very big in size but not the best I’ve had. The croissants are a little too dry for me. Even the almond croissants at Whole Foods are a lot better and closer to what we have in Europe as there’s frangipane inside; Here there’s not. If you don’t know what frangipane is or have it then you should get another baker in there. The Danish was so dry, couldn’t eat it. I ate the part that was moist with the fruit but had to throw away the rest. I doubt the owner is French as it’s more an attempt to get close to the real thing. Or maybe they are not trying to be a French bakery just copying some items but not being really good at it. All stars are for layout and how good the business is to look at, displays are so organized and give a clean feel. it is more than a bakery, it is a good spot to meet for coffee. They have a parking lot and there is street parking.

Ooo La Lattes – Menu with Prices – 2902 Slide Rd, Lubbock

I went in this morning for the first time getting an actual coffee product. I asked for a cappuccino and got a cup of black coffee, it’s not even close to what I asked for. The smoothies are good, but I will not be back for coffee at this place because it is very very obvious that they have no clue what specialty coffee is. A cuppuccino is not a cup of black coffee……..in response to the owner since Google won’t let me reply…..I did specifically ask if they made original cappuccinos and was told yes. That’s the only reason I asked for one is because I was told by Abby, the one that made it, that yes you made original cappuccinos.

Savory Bake House – Menu with Prices – 3008 36th Ave S, Minneapolis

Come here for unique, flavorful baked goods. I usually stop in on Sunday mornings when I am in the area and whenever I go I find something new and completely unique to this bakery. Everything I have tried has been great, but I especially love all of their savory baked goods. However do not make the mistake of coming here late in the day. I have arrived to find most of the goods picked over and I once even found the shop closed because they were all sold out! Also, do not expect to come here, sit down with a cup of coffee and your baked goods while watching the world go by. There is nowhere to sit in the tiny shop so you’ll have to take your baked goods elsewhere! Definitely put this small bakeshop on your bucket list!

Coava Coffee Roasters – Menu with Prices – 2631 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland

In previous Portland trips especially when hanging out with our local friend, coffee is a must. This time around, I can’t say we got coffee as often but my friend Susan L and made the point to come to Coava. I’d have to say it’s because of the guys from the Tastemade channel “Day of Gluttony.” It’s been a while since I’ve had Stumptown, so it’s hard for me to compare with Coava. We walked in, ordered at the front, not realizing that you could choose the type of coffee when you want a cappuccino but it’s like they intuitively knew we were here to taste things. We received two different cappuccinos made with different coffees. Easy to pinpoint the differences between the two and honestly, I couldn’t even begin to tell you which I liked more except one was noticeably fruity. The space here was very basic: hardwoods and steel. It’s not the place I would feel comfortable to work in if I had a laptop nor would I be here to read a book, but I could see how it gets the job done: come in, drink and eat, and leave. The staff was nice though. If I come back to PDX, I might consider coming back to Coava if it’s near. Otherwise, if it’s like a 20 min Uber/Lyft ride, it’s probably not worth it.

Dolce&Amaro Italian Artisan Bakery – Menu with Prices – 1310 Westover Terrace #110, Greensboro

It’s about time there was a true bakery in town that served something other than cupcakes, cake, and brownies. This bakery is very reminiscent of the European bakeries I’ve had the privilege of visiting. The display cases are beautifully set up, with a clean and simple look. They have larger desserts to share (or totally indulge in for yourself), and smaller desserts if you want to try more than one thing (or you’re on a diet, which I am not). My sister and I opted to try several desserts- the chocolate coconut cake, the triple chocolate cake, fruit tart, and the Marilyn (a white chocolate raspberry dessert). Right after we ordered, the pastry chef brought out a freshly baked tray of doughnuts filled with Nutella. They looked and smelled amazing! All of the desserts were really good. I’m a sucker for a fruit tart and this one was on point. The crust was just right with a rich buttery flavor. I would have liked a tad more custard, but the flavor overall was super yummy. The coconut and triple chocolate desserts were both good as well. I wasn’t as big of a fan of the Marilyn but it didn’t go to waste at our table either. To my surprise, the pastry chef shared one of the Nutella doughnuts with us and it was doughnut heaven. Tuesday is “two lattes for $5” day and they also did not disappoint. Eventually I’d like to go back and try their macarons, because I judge all bakers by those little bite size pieces of heaven.

Chef’s Catering & Events – Menu with Prices – 1840 N Tustin St C, Orange

Chef’s catering is located in a small strip mall in Orange. They specialize in catering for events and companies. However on Sundays, they are open from 10am to 3pm for brunch. Every week the brunch theme changes. On the 2 occasions that I visited, they had Mediterranean one week, and a French theme the other. They have an incredible variety of breakfast and lunch items, including made to order omelettes, pancakes, waffles, and bacon (beef). All their food is halal and freshly prepared. Brunch is $20 and comes with a complimentary glass of apple cider. There is an additional charge for drinks. The menus for the times I visited consisted of the following: MEDITERRANEAN ============================== Breakfast Section- Egyptian Shakshouka (Poached Egg in Tomato Sauce), Ful Medames, Egyptian Falafel, Spinach Fatayer, Assorted Freshly Baked Goods, Omelets, Waffles, & Pancakes Made to Order Salads & Starters- Arabic Green Salad, Hummus, Tabbouleh, Baba Ghanoush, Pita Chips â??â??-Entrée- â??â??Chicken Shawarma, Arabic Beef Kibbeh, Herb Roasted Tri-Tips, Mediterranean Fish w/Fresh Tomatoes, Onions, and Olives, Macaroni Béchamel, Angel Hair Rice, Moussaka Dessert Section Fresh Fruit Display, Eid Kahk, Baklava, Konafa, Assorted Petit Fours FRENCH: ================================ -Breakfast French Quiche Florentine, French Toast Soufflé, French Potato Croquettes, Freshly Baked Goods, French Crepes, Omelets, Waffles, Pancakes | Made to Order â??â??â??â??â??â??-Salads & Starters- French Green Salad w/Figs and Pecans, French Potato Salad, French Green Bean Salad w/Tuna, French Baguettes and Butter â??â??-Entrée- French Chicken Puffs, French Tri-Tips Champignon, French Tilapia Meuniere, Potatoes Au Gratin, Fresh Summer Vegetables -Dessert Fresh Fruit Display, French Macrons, French Chocolate Cups, French Crème Brûlée, French Ã?clair, Mango Mousse ;================================= Service was outstanding and the owners of the establishment came out and met with guests. While the food here isn’t the best Mediterranean or best French food out there, it tastes great and the variety that is available is on par with many of the fancy Las Vegas buffets. Overall this is an incredible value at $20, and I would definitely be back to try some of their other buffet themes. The schedule for the buffet themes are listed on their website, along with the menu of the items being served.