Bouchon Bakery

It’s been a while since I visited this place. But, here it goes. We tried the macarons, croissants, and a few other treats, and everything was absolutely delicious. The macarons were delicate and perfectly balanced, and the croissants were buttery, flaky, and fresh. We waited in line for about 20 minutes to get inside, which really speaks to how popular this place is, and it was completely worth it. You can truly taste the quality and care in every bite. A charming spot and a must visit when in the area.

Amazing bakery that we hit the day after eating at the French Laundry, and only because of the brown butter shortbread cookies we got upon leaving the latter. Way better baguette than I ever found in Paris, good but overpriced macaroons, and those amazing shortbread cookies were available for a pretty ridiculous price. All that said, I’d eat here every morning while keeping the French Laundry a one-time bucket list place.

We went last weekend as part of my partners birthday celebration. There was a line but it went quickly. The pastries were really good. We had the only vegetarian breakfast sandwich option, which was better than the pastries in my opinion. They do have non-dairy options available for coffee. I rated this a 4/5 due to the lack of vegetarian options and service. Perhaps it was due to the line, I realize how difficult that be for staff, but the service we received felt rushed with an emphasis on getting us out rather than providing memorable customer service. I would return for the sandwich alone.

Love almond croissants, so I drove almost 1 hour and 40 minutes yesterday to try the one here at Bouchon Bakery. Super flaky, buttery, and a generous almond filling that wasn’t overly sweet. Easily one of the best I’ve had. If you’re a pastry lover, this is a must-try. Worth the drive!

Bouchon Bakery serves the best croissants I’ve ever had in my life. This place alone is worth a trip to Napa Valley. The almond croissant and pain au chocolat were both incredibly crisp, deeply buttery, and absolutely unforgettable. We also tried the ham and cheese baguette sandwich—nutty, crunchy, and so delicious that I didn’t want each bite to end. The coffee was fragrant and smooth, perfect for a morning start. It’s clearly a famous spot and usually has a long line, but we got lucky and arrived around 9 AM on a Saturday with no wait. The shop is quite small with no indoor seating, but there are a few heated outdoor tables available.