Ardour Bakery+Coffee
119 E Sellers Ave, Media, PA
Crema's Take
“Ardour Bakery+Coffee is a cozy, plant-lined haven in Media where thoughtfully curated espresso drinks meet truly exceptional pastries—think buttery croissants and standout cannoli that justify a lingering visit. The baristas here take their craft seriously, steaming milk to silky perfection, and the peaceful, welcoming atmosphere makes it equally ideal for a solo coffee moment or catching up with a friend over carefully made drinks.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
First time trying this place very cutesy inside. I came across this place while looking for a sweet treat in the evening. Iced vanilla chai tasted great 5/5 Cookies were stale really hard definitely should not have been served. -5/5 Mini strawberry short cake was really cute as far as taste 2.5/5 just as far as dryness and freshness. I have not tried the croissant so we will just leave the rating out for that one :) I don’t think I would return here unless I know the items are freshly baked. EDIT: Croissant was delicious soft and flakey 😋. This item alone would definitely bring me back. Total spent $24.97
Finally tried Ardour Bakery in Ridley Park and loved it. The space is cozy and welcoming. Menu is incredible. I had a cannoli and the tiramisu (tiramisu was less sweet than I'm accustomed which was a welcome and refreshing change). Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully made. Friendly staff. A great local spot I’ll definitely return to.
The barista is really friendly, she does an amazing job. Pastries are absolutely exceptional! Great cappuccino, barista steamed milk to perfection.
Stopped by Ardour Bakery & Coffee late afternoon and loved how peaceful it was, just my friend and I chatting away in their cozy, plant-lined space. The menu is small but thoughtfully curated for the fall season. The bakery/pastry section had so many unique options to try from! Their tiramisu croissant was a standout: beautifully flaky, with just the right amount of sweetness and espresso-laced cream inside — it paired perfectly with my apple iced latte. Great spot if you’re looking for a relaxed café where you can linger!
It is a cute cafe with a nice atmosphere and yummy sweets. I asked the server what would be the one must-have there, and croissants were the go-to. My friend had a plain croissant which was crispy on the outside, flaky and buttery inside. My pistachio croissant is covered and filled with a delicious, and not overly sweet, pistachio cream. Definitely recommend. I also ordered a cappuccino, and the coffee itself seemed to have a bit of a bitter aftertaste, still good, but I would not say it's the best coffee in the area. It's a small place, with a few sitting spots and tables. I saw a lot of people with little kids; there was no changing table in the bathroom, and not a lot of room to have a stroller inside the cafe if it is during a busy time. The main entrance has steps, so I don't believe it would be wheelchair accessible either.
Crema Reviews
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