Bakery Nouveau

Overall Rating: 3.5/5 (6/10) Recently wanted some pastries while in Seattle and heard of this spot! Walking in it was a small quaint cafe with only a few tables, which was fine. We were intending to leave with our product anyway! Large selection of Macarons, danishes, croissants, cookies, and more. We selected a strawberry pistachio cake slice, a chocolate covered Madeline, a honey pecan scones, and a pear Danish. I will say it felt a little rushed getting through the line, but it was 9am and they were busy. It just made it hard to get a good look at everything, if we had more time I think we would have chosen different or more options. We got to the car and opened the strawberry pistachio slice, it was good, however way too sweet for my liking, unfortunately couldn't finish it. The Madeline was good! But a bit more dense than we were use to. The scone was for a friend, they really enjoyed it (it smelled and looked good) and last the pear Danish was for my boyfriend. I stole a bite and that was the star of the show! Amazing Danish. I will return again to try other items in the future.

Bakery Nouveau is an absolute Seattle and Seattle area bakery! I am so fortunate to live in West Seattle and have a location next to me! The staff is always really nice and they all provide excellent customer service and they are always upbeat from my experience. The space at the West Seattle location is kind of small and the line can get long, so sometimes they have you line up outside. The space feels very much like a cozy traditional bakery/cafe. I enjoy the decor of the space. The food is absolutely delicious! I love their desserts, which are totally premium quality! They also sell sandwiches and bread, but I have only ever had their desserts. They sell coffee as well for a little pick me up! My favorite desserts are the tiramisu and the mocha chocolate cheesecake. Both of those items are incredible. My wife enjoys the pistachio cake that they make. I also enjoy the Paczki that they make. Paczki is a polish donut. They don’t always have it on regular basis, but when they do, it’s amazing! Overall, I highly recommend Bakery Nouveau if your looking to satisfy your dessert craving, or if you’re just looking for some coffee or lunch type of food!

Friendly and helpful staff and tasty pastries and strong coffee I would say this is a grab and go type of place. The line is pretty long though it moves fast. While there are tables inside, it does get pretty loud Took me some time to find it as I couldn’t see the sign with the name outside Took me a while to find it though as I could

I love this bakery. I've come here a few times and gotten different things. The pastries and food are decadent and light. They taste fresh and are genuinely worth trying. It's a really small and quaint place, it can be cramped when busy but I think it's cozy. Definitely give this place a try if you want a fresh tasting treat.

Croissants are probably in my top 3 favorite foods so I knew I had to go here on our trip to Seattle! We LOVED it. We got probably 7-8 different pastries/croissants and all were amazing. The employees were SO kind to my young family and gave us a free bag of cookies as we left. Can’t wait to go back!

I am pleased to report this bakery does deverve all the hype 😄 I tried a couple of things, but the star ⭐️ of the show for me, was the Twice baked chocolate croissant 🥐 It’s basically sorcery LOL 😆 I couldn’t get anything else after that. So I would 100% recommend for you to try it and thank me later. Also the employees are very nice and the place is always clean. Great job! 👏🏻❤️🙌🏻⭐️

One of the most solid bakeries in Seattle. Usually grab the raspberry pistachio bar; most recently tried this passion fruit blob and it was AMAZING. Not every place is worth the price and hike but this one definitely is :-)

This is a very special bakery with so many delicious options, it’s almost impossible to choose. We focused on the croissant case and tried the twice baked almond, twice baked chocolate, the onion and mushroom, the junction (like a baked breakfast croissant with egg, cheese, bacon). We also got a quiche Lorraine which was silky interior with a delicate crust. The Junction and quiche were our favorites with the onion mushroom croissant a close runner up. Our only disappointment was their drip coffee. They serve it with ice cold milk which made the coffee lukewarm. :-( Brazilian cafes have thermos filled with hot milk - wish we would have that catch on here. We will definitely return to try some of the cakes, bread and chocolates.

an impromptu stop after a long day and we were blown away by these heavenly goodness! 1. Twice baked almond and chocolate almond croissant It's a croissant that is dense as it has been dipped in a syrup and its baked again. it's not completely fluffy as a regular croissant but its yummy! it's topped with chocolate and almond slices! 2. Vanilla pound cake Simplicity at its best! a simple vanilla cake that melts in your mouth and you just close your eyes and be nostalgic of the cake that you ate in your childhood! 3. Macarons You cannot miss these as you enter the store or see them from outside. We had the green pistachio & the coconut macarons. These are heavenly! lastly, had a cappuccino which was perfect! friendly staff who are ready to help to order! street parking is difficult to find, there are paid parking further down the road or behind the cafe!

Bakery Nouveau is a must-visit for pastry lovers. I tried the twice-baked almond croissant, and it was the best almond croissant I've ever had. The croissant was incredibly flaky and crunchy, with perfectly toasted almonds and a delicious marzipan filling. Though there's not a lot of seating inside, the cozy atmosphere and heavenly smell makes up for it. There was a line when I went, but it moved quickly, and the workers were nice and kind, happily answering any questions about the pastries. I would definitely go again to try different sweets. It's a great place to go with friends and catch up. I've heard great things about this place, and it did not disappoint.

Got the ham and cheese croissant, and omg. Amazing!!! Will be thinking about it all the time till I come back!

Pastries, drinks and sandwiches are all fantastic . Highly recommend this to everyone.

The chocolate croissant here is AMAZING. I have been looking for a good croissant in Seattle for quite a while, and after having Arsicault's croissant in SF I've definitely been setting my standards quite high. This was a spot that I became aware of recently for having one of the best pain au chocolat's, and I knew I had to give it a try when I ventured out to West Seattle. There was a line outside but it moved pretty quickly and we were inside in no time. I obviously got a chocolate croissant, which was so incredibly light that it almost felt like I was holding nothing. I was afraid it might blow away as I took pictures of it outside! The first bite was actually a little underwhelming, probably because I got the one dryer/tougher part of the whole croissant. However, as I kept eating it I realized this was seriously a good croissant. It was light, moist, flakey, and had the perfect crisp on the outside. The chocolate was a nice touch and not too overbearing either. So yummy. I am so pleased to have finally found a good spot for croissants in Seattle! Too bad this place isn't closer to me, otherwise I would definitely be here much more often :)

OMG I'm living for their croissants. I tell everyone about them that'll listen. They are so good and a must try. Honestly everything looks great here. I took a star off because it's so cold in there when we went recently on a gloomy day and ended up eating in the car to warm up which wasn't the cute morning cafe vibe I was manifesting.

THE place to go for absolutely yummy French pastries, sandwiches and breads. For anyone either living in or visiting West Seattle, this place is a must visit. I first visited to get one of the most authentic French baguettes I've found in the states, but I've since become absolutely hooked on their twice baked almond croissants. I've never had anything I haven't enjoyed from this place. Please try it, you will not be disappointed!

Purely based on the food, I love this place but I'm not sure what is going on lately. My go-to is the kouign amann and the last time I was there, I thought the kouign amann tasted a little burnt (sugar). I went there over the weekend and again, it looked a little brown and again, tasted burnt. I'll try to get a picture next time. Maybe it's off when I'm there but super disappointed, on the other hand, the other pastries were no problem. Always a busy spot weekend mornings and the staff do their best to help customers individually for their orders.

There's something that's sooooo reinforcing as finding perfect confections and an excellent cup of coffee... If you blink passing the bakery, you'd never see it: tiny storefront with a black and white awning... but my partner assured me that this was one of her favorite places for that weekly indulgence in perfection. Yes, it's that good. Everything here is that good. Their croissants are beyond description. Really. Perfection! Everything else, too. Thankfully, we were in transit to the airport and didn't have a lot of time with I-5 looking like a 60-mile parking lot. "Get me a coffee and something yummy." I popped into the bakery and had to choose while she circled around the block. Truthfully, had there been a place to park, we might have spent enough time there for a second cup o' Joe and a second pastry. We had the Double Baked Almond Croissant and a Americano with a couple of extra shots. Oh my... I was hoping we'd go back. Next visit.

Amazing pastries and chocolate! Can't go wrong with anything in the bakery! It's my go to for bringing something special to a friend or family!

We got the Classic Chocolate Cake for a friend's birthday and it was a complete hit at the party. The whole cake was over in minutes. If there's one thing you should try at this bakery, it's their sinful chocolate cake! The ambiance of the cafe is very cute too.

Easily the best bakery in Seattle. Have not been able to find croissants in the city as good as theirs. The chocolate cake is a must. The people here are always lovely and so helpful.

At some point I was obsessed with their twice baked almond croissants! Perfectly crispy on the outside and gooey but flaky layers within. I had to stop myself from being addicted lol. I've also tried their macarons, and cake. Their sandwiches are okay, sometimes if not heated up all the way they can be a bit cold in the center. A local favorite bakery! It's a quaint location with delicious smells! And customer service is always good.

Bakery Nouveau is the perfect neighborhood bakery. The staff here is super friendly and amazing. I told myself I'd come here everyday and try something different until I've had a chance to try all of their pastries. So far, I've tried the chocolate croissant, almond croissant, Junction croissant, chocolate eclair, and the croque monsieur. Literally everything was delicious. You have to try it for yourself. I can't wait to try more of their things. I love my neighborhood twice as much just because we are so fortunate to have Bakery Nouveau here.

My favorite bakery in the city. I need to visit more often but they are always friendly, have quality pastries and food and are consistently amazing. Must stop for locals and tourists

Simply delicious and worth the line sometimes. I'm baffled what they bake into that bread but it's the best baguette I've ever had.

One of my favorite spots for breakfast pastries. The Mushroom Confit Croissant and the Pear & Apricot Croissant are always my go-to.

I have only tried the twice baked almond croissants, due to them being recommended. Absolutely....,,Delicious!!!

If you like coffee and pastries, this is an excellent spot! Savory, sweet, croissants are epic (almond, chocolate, plan was delicious), cookies, bread, lots of the things-brisket egg and cheese croissant??!! Soy latte was delicious. Be ready to stand in line, but it moves. No tables...

This bakery was a great little find on our work trip to West Seattle. What an amazing array of pastries, sandwiches, and other goodies. They had about a dozen different flavors of macaroons. The service is great. Highly recommended.

The original Bakery Nouveau location in West Seattle began in 2006, well before I was a Yelper. My earliest recollection was waiting in a long sidewalk line and Chef Leaman was handing out warm twice baked almond croissants. I knew of chef/owner William Leaman because of his involvement with Team USA for Coupe du Monde while I was in pastry school and later working as an assistant pastry chef. I only just met him in person at a class on Vashon Island back in late July 2022. I am surprised that despite posting for the other locations in Seattle's Capitol Hill and in Burien, I have not done so for the OG site, my bad. My most recent visit was back on 11/26/22. No surprise despite after Thanksgiving, the line at the retail bakeshop was lengthy. Note: the retail bakeshop appreciates that customers continues to wear masks while in line. There are a series of amazing pastry cases and shelves filled with the most tantalizing baked goods and chocolates. The guy ahead of me with his kids had much commentary and questions, so that allowed me to carefully study the pastry cases. Thankfully, the counter was well staffed with very patient and helpful folks. It was late in the day, so no surprise there were no pain au chocolat or L'Opera cake available. I ended up buying a chocolate eclair, a slice of tiramisu cake, a slice of praline cake, a California Club croissant sandwich, and an 80% dark chocolate bar. My phone has been acting up, so no photos taken except for one of the onsite pastry case views. Other photos taken were from earlier visits back in 2018 and 2019. Also, there's only a banquette along one wall for limited seating. The chocolate eclair remains the gold standard for The Homie. I've been buying them since he was a toddler, he's in college now. He's enjoyed eclairs from many other bakeshops, but this remains his favorite. Nicely filled pate a choux and a nice chocolate glaze. Both cake slices are wrapped to prevent the sides from drying out. Of the two, I prefer the flavor profile of the praline over the tiramisu. It has a nice balance of richness, flavor, and crunch. However, I recommend definitely eating them within the day of purchase. The cake slices had been refrigerated for a few days so they weren't at its peak. I have no idea what possessed me to buy the California Club croissant. I had only purchased Turkey Havarti and the Breakfast croissant in the past. And again, I made the bad decision to bring it to work for lunch two days later. Again, this needs to be eaten on the day of purchase. By the time I had it, the greens , tomatoes, avocado slices, and bacon were soggy. The croissant itself didn't fare too well either, especially with way too much mayonnaise. The only item that held up was the turkey. Actually, it made me kind of queasy and did not sit well with me. I had to leave work earlier than intended. Pro tip: buy only what you or others will consume the same day. Only item that will hold up well is the bean to bar 80% dark chocolate crafted bar. Worth a stop while wandering The Junction's vast retail area along California Avenue in West Seattle.

Food: 5/5 best croissant/pastries I've had in Seattle Coffee: 5/5 best cold brew we've had Price: 4/5 Service: 4/5 (only bc there's often a lot of people) BEST pastries and croissants of all bakeries I've been to in Seattle (and I've been to a lot). It's the exact right texture, flakiness, butter, and size - closest to French croissants you can get in Seattle. Great espresso drinks and some of the best cold brew we've had as well in Seattle. Runners up include L'Experience on Mercer Island (though it's a little pricey) and Baked Flours in Beacon Hill. The only downside is sometimes it's crowded (probably bc it's so good) so you might have to just go in and out. But the coffee and pastries are really second to none and we also pick up their in-house made unique preserves on occasion which are wonderful! Their Burien location is much larger with more inventory of jams, coffee, etc you can buy and space to sit down. We just don't make it out there often but it's a great location.

Did you know that Bakery Nouveau does wedding cakes? This is their best kept secret! For our wedding, Bakery Nouveau made a beautiful tiered cake and a big chocolate sheet cake. Everything was so DELICIOUS!

Staple in West Seattle! Ordered their CA breakfast sandwich and it was delicious. All of their ingredients tasted so fresh! Their cookies and macarons are worth it especially for those with a sweet tooth! Service was excellent. Even though the line went out the door, they were quick, friendly, and very efficient. My partner and I were very satisfied with our experience!

I just moved in to the apartment across the street from Bakery Nouveau, so I've been meaning to try it out. However, the massively long lines has always been a turn off. Even today, on a Wednesday, at 8 a.m., the line was long. Ridiculous, right? I persevered today and waited in line. From the counter, the pastries looked indistinguishable from other pastries I've ordered. Given that I had to wait so long, and I didn't know when I would be back due to the wait, I decided to try a few different things. I got the apple danish, apple strudel, cream cheese danish, and cinnamon roll. The cinnamon roll in particular looked underwhelming, seeming from the outside to be mainly bread. These were the best pastries I've ever tried in my life. The best cinnamon roll I've ever tried in my life. It was that amazing. I was stunned at how good the pastries were. Now I can see why they are always so busy, although I don't have to like it! People need to come here less so I can get in faster! Bakery Nouveau is definitely five stars.

What a great breakfast place! Fabulous pastries and coffee, the perfect way to start the day. The Junction Croissant with its scrambled eggs, ham, bacon and white cheddar, really was an all-day delicious breakfast just as advertised. The quiche was delicious and unctuous, and even the coffee was some of the best we've ever had! Thanks to Joseph who checked us out for his patience and help for first timers! Next time we're in the area we'll be back!

Whether you are a local Seattlite, a frequent visitor, or coming in town for the first time, I am sure you have heard all the good things Bakery Nouveau has to offer. You might even hear that it is people's favorite bakery.. I know it sure is mine!! Everytime I am in the area or have people visiting me in Seattle, introducing them to or taking them to Bakery Nouveau is a nonnegotiable. The owners, William and Heather Leaman, are some of the most genuine and kindhearted people here in West Seattle and their character shines through in all of their staff. I appreciate the consistency in each of their locations (West Seattle, Burien, and Capitol Hill)-- the kindness, the amazing customer service, and their deliciousness in all they make. When I tell you anything you try from here is mouth-watering-delicious, I mean it! You can't go wrong with anything. Thank you, Bakery Nouveau, for being a true gem in every part of the city you have a location in!

Poor service, sandwiches less meat than Subway. Cannot deliver on a simple request such as a warm & melted sandwich. After a 5 minute wait I finally received my "warm and melted" sandwich, seconds later I discovered in my car my sandwich was very cold. My disappointment caused me to lose my appetite. #dontbelievethehype

Bougie Bakery at its finest. Excellent quality breads and chocolates. They also have delicious cakes and the way they package them with ribbon elevates it all even more. Coffee baristas are friendly. Highly recommend, it is small but grabbing all these goodies to go is also great !

Items are DELICIOUS!! I wish they didn't chill some of their pastries, I feel like it takes away from the freshness, but overall fantastic.

3.5 star but rounding to 4 because we want to come back to try other things. We were in the west Seattle area and decided to check this place out. It's pretty busy on a Sunday afternoon as there was a line but it moves pretty quickly. We ended up grabbing a kopehofph which is like a sugary fluffy light donut and a parmesan garlic focaccia bread. The donut was pretty light and fluffy but I was hoping to get some rum flavor as that was what it was advertised but it was a plain donut. The focaccia was also light in flavor, couldn't taste the garlic or the parmesan but it was overly salted. The bread itself was good though. The price of the bread was pretty good, the pastry was standard. Overall, it was ok, but they do have other types of pastries that I want to come back to try.

Great. This is my first bakery stop in all of Seattle and it sets a very high bar! We got several patties and quiche selections as well as kouign aman . All were warm and delicious!

From truffles, cake slices to quick lunch (pizza, sandwiches) , breads, pastries and coffee. Your choices are created to delight your palette. I never walk away without a box of croissants and baguettes. It's a weekly treat that satisfies. I miss having a table to sit at. But alas times have changed. Staff are usually courteous although some have a 'hurry' attitude. And can be obvious. Especially when it's slow. But there are always tasty additions or changes on the menu. There are a few tables in and outside. Now that the pandemic has ebbed. Parking is available. There is a small lot and handicapped parking as well as access. Street parking is available also.

This is my first time visiting this West Seattle location as I have been a big fan of their Capitol Hill location. Their croissants are definitely the best whether it's the original, chocolate or almond. I got a sourdough bread as well. I like that even if it was later in the day, there was still a lot to choose from. The Capitol Hill location gets a bit busy so I usually need to get there early to get all the goods! This place is a must try when you're in West Seattle.

We were visiting from out of state and my mom had read this was the best bakery in the area, so we made the trip. I probably shouldn't be the one writing the review, as I'm not the carb lover, but my sister said it was the best croissant she had ever eaten. I took a bite and it was indeed very good. Service was efficient and the line moved quickly. Its tiny, though, so keep your eyes peeled or you will miss the store front.

This place is legit for pastries. We tried the croissants, kouign aman, and kugelhopf. All were notable.

I have a long list of bakeries in Seattle to try and Bakery Nouveau was one of them. I'm glad that I was able to stop by one of the locations (the street that it's on is super busy but we were able to find street parking a couple of blocks away, so walking wasn't a big issue). There was a little line on a Saturday morning but the line moves pretty fast because there are a couple of people taking orders at a time. I love that they offer well-known pastries as well as savory offerings (saw sandwiches, but really only stopped by for the pastries). I got the kouign amann, chocolate almond croissant, and the chocolate raspberry mousse dome. I thought the kouign amann and croissant were flakey and buttery. The chocolate raspberry mousse dome was good as well but I felt that it could've used a little more raspberry as the amount of chocolate felt a little overwhelming. Very pleased to have checked a super solid bakery off my list and I'd stop by the next time I'm near one of the locations.

The food is amazing!!! The service is great and staff is kind. The freshness of the pastries last all day. My family loves this bakery.

Yum! Yum! Yum! Freshly baked, delicious, high quality, variety, sweets and savory pastries, coffee. What else do you need? This time I visited west seattle location, I've heard there's another one in seattle. The parking was a little chaotic but I found a spot after a while. There's a public parking $ if you're willing to pay extra. The line was long BUT it moves so quick, anything from the menu is delicious. You might feel overwhelmed by so many choices but the beauty is that you can come back and keep trying new things. My favorite ones are spinach quiche and twice baked almond croissants. I also tasted the macaroons, they were ok but I feel the color was too artificial. They do have clean restrooms, no indoor dining (as of March 2022)

This seriously is now my go-to bakery because I want to come back and try EVERYTHING! Got a Soy Milk Latte (Probably $5 ish) and a Veggie Sandwich ($9.75). Latte was great. Veggie Sandwich sounds simple but let me tell you, it was perfection. The bread was a perfect crusty but soft ciabatta and it had this super creamy spread, lots of Kalamata olives and pickled carrots. If something as simple as the veggie sandwich was that great I can't wait to try all their other things - I was drooling staring at the pastry case!!! There were tons of sandwiches, pizza, savoury and sweet pastries and treats, as well as bread. Ordering system is very organized and efficient - maybe a bit rushed, lol - I definitely wish I had more time to browse, but understandable with how popular and covid conscious the bakery is!

Consistently delicious pastries, plenty of variety, staff call out my obscenely long fancy coffee orders with admirably straight faces. A+

This was one of "must try" places while I was on a business trip. Although I am not a huge pastry/sweets person, glad I came by. I went right at 7am when it opens and there was already 5-6 people lined up. By the time, I got my pastries, the line formed all the way out to front door. Twice baked almond croissant - wow! buttery, flaky yet crunchy goodness. Strawberry & cream paczki - Never had paczki before but thought it was ok. Liked fresh strawberries and thick cream but not sure I would get another one.

We LOVE BAKERY NOUVEAU!! We heartily recommend them in their three Seattle locations!!

Well I had big expectations for the carrot cake and let's just say it fell way short.

Get the almond croissant. You won't regret it. Crispy and flakey on the outside. Not too sweet. The line does get long seemingly at all hours (or maybe just early in the morning when I went) so be prepared for a bit of a wait. It does move fast though

Fell in love with Bakery Nouveau on my first visit that I had to come back a second time! I really wanted to try both of their twice-baked croissants and each one exceeded my expectations. I can vouch that exploring Cap Hill becomes a million times more enjoyable while devouring one of these sweet treats. These bad boys are prepared by dipping either a butter croissant or pan au chocolat in simple syrup. The pastry is then filled it with almond cream, baked, and dusted off with powdered sugar. As such, don't expect it to be anything like the traditional version. The twice-baked variety is dense, rather than light, and crumbly, rather than flaky. It likely contains twice as many calories from the added butter and sugar, but all the extra deliciousness makes it totally worth it!

This place rocks and it's not just the world-class baked goods and killer name but the whole vibe. The staff here keep it real and fun, helping lower the walls that separate the two sides of the counter so you really feel like you're just having a regular ol conversation as you drool over the tantalizing treats. I came in right as someone came out to say "last call" which I thought was a rad 'heads-up' for potential customers, and I just so happened to be the last one of the day. It had to be destiny that I found this place. I did my usual with new spots and just kinda shotgun approached whatever looked up my alley and got myself a twice-baked almond crossiant, a chocolate eclair, and a kugelhopf. And you know what? It was all FIRE. The twice-baked almond crossiant was the star of the show, and it sounds like that's what they're known for. The kugelhopf disappeared quickly after first bite, but beware the classic granulated sugar coating that will get everywhere. The eclair was filled with rich chocolate that wasn't quite my bag but I could tell it was well made and perfect for chocolate lovers. This was perhaps my favorite bakery in Seattle so far and I understand why it's an absolute staple. Excited to see what else the city has to offer, and thanks Noveau for the delicious memories.

Best pastries, we always stop in for a visit when we are in Seattle. Huge variety from macarons to cookies & cakes and much much more

I believe this is the best bakery in Seattle. This morning having a quiche with a goat cheese and mushrooms, and a blueberry scone with ginger.