Crème Bakery

Crème is one of my all-time favorite spots for amazing baked goods and pastries. The moment you walk in, the place feels warm and welcoming, with a cozy ambiance that makes you want to stay awhile. The staff are always kind, helpful, and quick to serve, so even if there’s a line, it moves fast. I’ve been visiting for years, and the quality has never changed—it’s consistently fantastic. Their ham and cheese croissant is my go-to breakfast treat, perfectly flaky with just the right balance of savory flavor. The muffins and cookies are also incredible, each one soft, fresh, and full of that homemade goodness. One of their hidden gems is the baguette filled with Italian sausage and cheese—it’s absolutely delicious! The crust is crisp, the inside is flavorful, and those little pickles tucked inside give it the perfect tangy bite. This bakery is also great for takeout lunch or a casual picnic. Pair that sausage baguette and a chocolate chip cookie with a cold beer, and you’ve got the perfect afternoon meal. I recently enjoyed that combo with a Claremont Craft Ales “Baldy” during the Village Venture, and it was a match made in heaven. Crème truly captures the charm of a neighborhood bakery. Everything they make tastes fresh, thoughtful, and full of love. Just a quick tip—make sure to grab your favorites on Saturday since they’re closed on Sunday. This place never disappoints and will always have a special spot on my list of local favorites! Would you like me to make a shorter Google-style version (3–4 lines) from this one too?

THE BEST bakery! All of their baked goods are delicious! The best almond croissant ever! I live two hours away and make it a point to stop by when I’m in town. Highly recommend!

Crème is one of the best things about Claremont—if you know, you know! My friends and family love this bakery, and we’ve always raved about their freshly baked bread and amazing customer service. I’ll continue to order every single cake from them without hesitating. Just wish they had more small cut pieces of cake as an option when there is no special occasion, I still crave their cake... Given their great reputation, it’s no surprise how wonderful they are! I wanted to share my experience while still celebrating everything that makes Crème such a special part of Claremont!

This is such a cute little shop ! Gives European vibes - it’s cute and quaint and beware they are only open three days a week ! People know this because there’s always a line out the door- the line moved quickly and they have enough workers inside to help keep it moving ! All the pastries and the sandwiches look lovely and inviting once you walk in . We ordered a cappuccino and some croissants - everything was pretty good - not the best I’ve ever had but we still Enjoyed it!

This is a quaint and cozy bakery. All the baked goods look beautiful. When you walk in you feel like you are walking into a little shop in Europe. Unfortunately the blueberry muffin and coffee I ordered were disappointing. The muffin tasted more sweet than flavorful, and the drip coffee tasted like diner coffee. While waiting in line, the person in front of me, ordered a pastry based on the sign in front of it. The server corrected them saying it was a different pastry. I noticed the sign was placed slightly out of alignment with the correct pastry. When I pointed this out, I was told it was correct. They weren’t interested in investigating the issue. Other than that the service was good. I probably wouldn’t return on my own, but if a friend wanted to go there, I would be willing to give it another try.

So far as I know the best Boulangerie Française you can find in SoCal Inland Empire. The owner lady speaks French. I didn't engage any conversation, just ordered in French because all items are marked in French. Sandwich Jambon beurre, it tastes the same as in France. 10/10 Pain aux Raisins, not that good, too much crunchy and oil , it should be a little crunchy outside and very tender inside. 4/10 pain au chocolat , maybe a little less butter , almost the same as in France 8/10 Croissant almond , flat it please then it will be 10/10/, 9/10. Tarte chocolat , same as in France, except too sweet , -40% sugar will be perfect. 8/10

Crème has enough positive attributes that a future visit is usually warranted (it should not occur by going out of one's way). Perfect, it is not. Balthazar's on the east coast or even Seed in Pasadena, it is not. We usually stop by when in town and wait the line out for at least a few of our usuals (the vegan pear muffin being one of them). I am not a vegan but enjoy it. Today it was busy (as usual) and we were given the wrong items while what we desired (the pear muffin) was sold out to people behind us in line. As a former Whole Foods exec, my standards for the owner's level of customer service are a bit higher than most. There was no apology and only a simple refund of the wrong items provided. We felt like the refund process was treated as an inconvenience or impediment to her focus on the line (instead of an inconvenience to us). There was no offer of anything "on the house," despite the inconvenience and chaos involved in purchasing baked goods here. Pros: A select number of baked goods are sumptuous and fresh (the pear muffin being a favorite). Some members of my family, however, find their muffins to be generally overly dense and "filler-esque." Prices are fair. The line moves at a decent pace, but I agree that there is an underlying impatience if you don't approach the counter firmly knowing what you want or hesitate in any way when ordering. Cons: Avoid the coffee if you are a coffee enthusiast. While great coffee could elevate the bakery experience, coffee here should only be purchased out of convenience. However, it would increase overhead as one needs a true barista, quality equipment, and quality beans. The coffee really is diner caliber, if that. The pain au chocolat was decent. I did not care for the quality of the chocolate used or muted flakiness of the pain. I suggest trying the pain au chocolate at Syndicate in Sierra Madre, for comparison. The jambon beurre is acceptable. Note that their interpretation of baguette "rusticity" is extreme. It need not be stone hard...

This Claremont bakery is a delightful spot for fresh, high-quality baked goods. The almond croissants and sourdough bread are standouts, and the friendly staff adds to the welcoming vibe. With a great selection of pastries, bred options, it’s a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Simply delicious. Amazing pastries that will have you saying, "oh my god", as you take each bite. Thank you for the stellar service, exquisite offerings and beautiful ambiance downtown Claremont.

Finally got a chance to visit this bakery. I grabbed a few items to go because I wanted to sample a little bit of everything. Here's what I tried: * Turkey & cheese baguette sandwich: Plain but tasty. * Brie & butter on baguette: Simple, fresh, and delicious. * Plain croissant: Yes!!! Flaky and buttery. * Brownie: Dense, smooth, and deeply chocolatey. * Pumpkin tart: Yummy. * Fruit tart: Also yummy. The baguette sandwiches and croissant really took me back to France. The baguette was just a tad too hard, but I still loved the Brie & butter one. Can't wait to return and try more items!

Cute little bakery located in the Claremont Village. As you walk in, you are met with the pleasant sweet smell of baked goods. I met the owner and she was very nice. Inside is small so there isn't much seating. I had to get one of their sourdough breads which are baked daily. It was delicious! I also bought a banana chocolate scone and a pumpkin muffin. The scone was great but I didn't care for the pumpkin muffin. It was pretty dry.

Just popping back in to remind everyone that Creme Bakery is one of the best businesses in the village. Once a hater, now a tried-and-true loyalist. Take all my money, sweet Erica, there's no better croissant for 50 miles. Your chocolate pecan pie rendered my thanksgiving legendary. Your sweet staff and smiling faces brighten my day as often as I can stand to make it down to the village. Creme 4 lyfe.

Crème is known for their wonderful baked goods and pastries! It has a beautiful ambiance and service has always been friendly and efficient (the line goes quick !) Been coming here for years! Love the ham and cheese croissant and all their muffins and cookies! Did you know that they make the best baguette with Italian sausage and cheese? The crust was perfect and I love the little pickles inside! This is yummy to order for lunch for a picnic and a chocolate chip cookie! This combo paired well with a Claremont beer brewery "the Baldy" at the recent Claremont Village Venture! Love this Bakery! Be sure to get the baked goods on Sat because they are closed Sunday!

After getting multiple goodies delivered up to Ojai from here from my mother in law we finally got to go when we came down to LA. The fresh bread rack was impressive and all the pastries looked delicious. There's no wrong choice, only right choices. We got the buttermilk biscuit, Bostock, banana nut muffin, banana nut scone, apple croissant, and a loaf of challah bread. Everything was so quality and delicious. There was a line out the door when we arrived but they serve very quickly it felt like no time at all. Especially when trying to decide which items to get. It's very cute inside, minimal seating, and the staff was very nice. The owner was buzzing about helping serve clients and bringing out special made cakes. Can't wait to come here again. The prices were so reasonable! I was extremely pleased that all our items were under $25

Sweet employees that work here. Everything looked delicious.. but their Blueberry Muffin was hugely lacking. Lacked that sweet, tart blueberry and didn't taste like a "good" homemade muffin pastry. It was bland. Oh well, it was worth a try.

A French Artisan bakery store is located in Downtown Claremont. They have fresh baked bread, pastries, cakes and very European like. The French bread, brioche, banana muffin gets sold out quickly if you don't go out and get them at 9am in the morning. Service is good, and they will ask if you need slice the bread for you. Ambiance is European artisan bakery, and small. Taste is authentic French European, and for carb lovers this is a must visit place. I will try coffee with pastries to go next time along with other baked goods!

Stopped by on a weekday morning to pick up a birthday cake for a co-worker and have decided to make Creme bakery my go-to for cake needs in the area! Service is quick and friendly. Parking was no problem in the morning. The bakery is quite small, with some seating available on the side of the store. The Berry Chantilly cake was a hit with everyone at the office! Everything about the cake was fresh - the berries, cream, and cake. The cake was not too sweet or dry and priced very fair for the quality. It was beautifully decorated, with an option for writing if you request it. They take orders 24 hrs in advance to ensure availability! I've tried several other pastries from the bakery over the years. The pastries I've tried were good, but nothing to write home about. Their fresh baked breads are also priced very fair but not my go-to. Overall, a nice little bakery in the neighborhood. Their hours are a bit limited which is why I don't stop by too often.

Service was nice and quick very friendly Food is amazing. Very well stocked and clean. The whole bakery was a unique vibe and felt more like a European bakery. Will definitely be back soon

I don't make it here often due to the hours, but I do love the interior décor. It has a small Café feel, with just a couple of bistro-style tables inside. The pastries are beautiful. With one of my first jobs in food & beverage being Warburton's Bakery out of Boston, I'm picky about Bakeries. Nearly everyone I speak with raves about their offerings. I had a ham & cheese croissant here that was a bit dry... but maybe that is how they are supposed to be. I will say their fresh baked breads are yummy! I had a fruit tart a while ago and it was tasty plenty of custard and just the right glaze on the fruits. Respectfully reviewed.

Amazing lattes and baked goods. All the breads look incredible and they are incredibly kind and fast. Smaller shop but all the pastries look truly divine.

Top quality extra friendly! Local woman owned (.Erica) well staffed dramatically broad menu

My friend recommended this bakery. It was so busy! A lot of people were inside this small place. Not enough seating, so either find a place to hang out or just take your order home. We had the following: * Jambon Beurre - This is a baguette with ham and Plugra butter on it. Plugra is a US premium butter brand that is 82% butterfat which I think has the right amount creaminess. * Banana Muffin - Moist and not too sweet. It was a good quick breakfast! Good customer service too. Will try out their other pastries, cakes and coffee next time.

I've been coming here for a few years. If you come on Saturday they have sugar buns, must try. Service is always nice and polite and the baked goods are fresh and delicious. There's usually a line so you'll wait about 30 minutes on Saturdays but it's worth it. They also have coffee and loaves of different bread that you can request sliced. They also have baguette sandwiches.

WE LOVE THIS PLACE!!! It has a wonderful French vibe in the quiet, idyllic town of Claremont. I highly recommend anyone in the area to check it out, even if there's a line outside--it usually moves quickly! My favorites include the oatmeal cookies, chocolate cookies, jalapeño cheese scones, croissants, and the sourdough (the rosemary one is SO good!). Every time we visit, we end up leaving with a big bag or two of goodies. It's definitely worth a try!

Crème is certainly the best bakery I've ever been to!!! I got the greens sandwich (not pictured) I loved it. The apricot danish is another one of my favs. They also have several shelves of freshly baked loaves inside. Their bread is amazing!!! Everything you get from crème is gonna be good.

Almond croissant is delicious. bite through the layers and almond filling inside is not too sweet. You can taste the almond instead summer store is more sugar. They toasted the almond so the flavor comes out completely. Love almond then I would recommend to try this. Fruit tart. I find it hard to find a good fruit tart. This place is decent. The crust is thick but t balance enough custard filling and fruits. The custard filling is just right, not too much that you can't taste the crust and not to little that you can't get the balance of sour from fruit.

Crème Bakery is our go-to spot for delicious French pastries and cakes! Everything is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made. Their cakes are light, perfectly balanced, and ideal for special occasions. The owner is so sweet and welcoming, and she even speaks French, which makes it feel extra special for us. As French natives, we truly appreciate the authentic taste and quality. This bakery never disappoints and is an absolute gem!

You know the food will be good when they sign says they are awesome. Some wait time to get in since the bakery is small, but worth every minute. We got fontina cheese croissant (generous portion of cheese), almond croissant (perfectly sweet and flaky), and lemon poppyseed muffin (to die for). Reasonable price, yummy delicious goodies and friendly service.

Crème is the best bakery around. Everything here is absolutely delicious! There can be a line at times, and things do sell out, so I recommend coming here early in the morning. (Especially on weekends). But this is an absolute must try spot in down town Claremont. My personal favorites are the Apple danish and chocolate cookie but you can't go wrong with any choice you make. I think they may have the flakiest pastries that I have ever tried!

This was my first visit to Crème Bakery. They had been recommended to me by a friend and I heard there is usually a line outside (I'm guessing Saturdays it must be crazy!). On this Tuesday morning at around 7a.m., there were a few people sitting in the charming cafe and a couple of people in front of me. I was greeted first with the most delicious smells of freshly baked bread and pastry- they could bottle and sell that smell! And then warmly greeted by who I assume was the proprietor. With so many delights, I chose a buttery croissant rather than something fancier, and I'm glad I did! It was flaky, buttery, and light. I think this is one of, if not the absolute best croissants I've ever had! I will definitely return and try more of the menu! Next time I'll walk to work off a little of the butter that I'm sure was in that delicious croissant! Such a delight so close to home!

The fruit tart cake here is too pretty to eat! The cake is a fresh and vibrant treat, with a crisp crust and a lush cream filling topped with perfectly ripe, colorful fruits. It's a refreshing and lightly sweet dessert. The chantilly cake, known for its popularity, truly lives up to its reputation. It has an airy texture and is topped with a fluffy, lightly sweet chantilly cream that adds just the right amount of richness. This cake isn't too sweet, but absolutely satisfying, no wonder it's a customer's favorite. Creme Bakery has mastered the art of these cakes, and I can't recommend them enough! Always a line and busy but goes quick. Cute and small ambiance. Great pastries and sandwiches at a great price!

Gone way down hill used to be great but today we got a parfait that was totally full of mold. (See photo) Could have made us very sick. I saw no date dots for expiration on the bottom of the cups which is required by the health department. Then the chocolate chip loaf we bought was soooo stale went right into trash. Additionally it was unbearably hot in there! I couldn't even stand being in there long enough to order the employees have to be so uncomfortable it's inhumane keeping those workers in those conditions

I have been wanting to come here seeing that they made fresh sourdough and had the cutest pastries but I did not expect such cute ambiance! It's right in the middle of downtown Claremont where based on the signs there is a farmers market on the weekends. It's super cute to walk around all the little shops and then come in here and grab a snack and take a seat. The inside is like a European cafe/bakery and the staff are dressed similarly to give that vibe. I was very pleased with how kind the staff were answering all sorts of questions and almost all wore a mask while serving their patrons. Like I said, i came for their sourdough so I got a Rosemary loaf recommended by the staff and got it sliced. There is nothing like fresh bread. So soft and super fragrant. It was honestly hard to choose because they had a very enticing French bread loaf and Kalamata Olive Sourdough and Rye Sourdough as well! If you're into desserts, they have a ton of unique and seasonal pastries along with the classic croissants, scones and tarts. I couldn't pass up the HUGE chocolate chip cookie that everyone in front of me seemed to be getting. For a little over $2 it was worth trying as it was crispy and thin yet chewy and full of chocolate. I would say most items like the loaves and tarts around $6-7 so it's pretty standard for this type of bakery and the quality that you are getting but everything was absolutely delicious.

One of my favorite spots to enjoy a coffee (in a real mug) and a croissant (as good as the best croissants in Paris!) and people watch on a Saturday morning! The owner is so attentive to every single customer, her employees are always helpful and smiling. A true little gem in the heart of Claremont!

Quaint bakery in downtown Claremont. Expect to wait in line if you are here on a Saturday morning -- it is very popular! I really liked their selection of breads, pastries, and other baked goods. They also offer sandwiches as well. The staff here is super friendly. I really liked their baguette, sourdough bread, and chocolate croissants. Highly recommend!

Perfection Everything was absolutely amazing. The rosemary sea salt biscuit was very salty but I can't complain. The bread looks really good, I can't wait to try it and everything else.

Always a line and always crowded; which means it's definitely good! Came here to grab their Brioche Loaf of Bread and also their Croissants. I love their Croissants so much; they are light and airy. You can Taste the layers upon layers and soft and tender inside. Oh, and for a good dessert, get their fruit tart. Delish.

I was so pumped about trying this place. It looked so cute and there's always people walking out with boxes of pastries. As I arrive I got in line and when it was my turn this older white lady helped me. She was nice and answered my questions but there was a level of impatience since there was a line forming behind me. Once I got to check out there was a red head guy who helped me and he wasn't in a good place at all. He wasn't nice at all. I ordered two lattes and when I asked for one of them to be less sweet he told me to tell the barista behind him like what?? How would I if the barista behind him isn't the one taking my order. I received the drinks and the espresso was Kona like meaning it was super dark roast almost burnt. The syrups were barely noticeable it just tasted like burnt coffee with milk. I got a doodle cookie and to put it frankly the store bought snickerdoodles are 2 times better. I got my mother the cranberry orange scone and it was drier that most scones and just okay. I will NOT be returning here ever. If you like subpar drinks and dessert take the chance to try this place. The staff isn't welcoming or friendly at all.

It was my birthday this past weekend and I couldn't decide what cake I wanted. Since my bf didn't want to drive too far due to the heat and traffic. I started yelping and came across crème bakery. I started reading reviews and I decided to give it chance. When we got there it there was a big line but I took it as a good sign. I already know I want the chantilly cake. I even asked people on line how the cakes were there. Everyone said they were yummy. Once I walked in I saw so many bread and pastries. Unfortunately we had already ate so I was there strictly for the cake. But I will be returning to try some. My cake was perfect with just the right sweetness not too much and the fruit was delicious. I will definitely be coming back for cakes.

I forget what croissant I had here, but a former coworker of mine told me that her son's high school French teacher raved about this place because it really was like back home. The woman whom I presume is the owner and her worker are so incredibly nice and warm, and she takes time to answer questions if you're not sure what to get or need help with deciding on a pairing. I can't have these lovely treats as much anymore, but Créme Bakery is up there as a place to come back to and try other stuff. I've never been to France, but this owner and the shop made a lovely impression. I'll be back one day!

Loooove the quaint bakery feel, everything looks amazing when you walk in. Our family favorites are the almond croissants, the orange scones and the berry Chantilly cake! The sandwiches and sourdough are also delicious and well priced.

We've stopped here a few times now, Pastries and coffee are always great! Staff is always really helpful and polite.

Creme is a charming European pastry bakery located in Claremont. Upon entering this Cambridge-style storefront, you are greeted by the heavenly aromas of freshly baked goods! Everything is beautifully arranged for display. I purchased a latte and some of their scones. The scones were perfectly baked and scrumptious. The Latte was delicious! The owner was lovely and quickly kept her seating area clean and tidy.

Love Crème soooo much! I love that this is place is loc and I don't have to plan a trip to LA just to get good pastries! If you're wondering about the sourdough loaves and if they're worth it, yes, yes they are and at a decent price! Their almond croissant is ace of spades and any of their savory pastries are mouth watering! I still have yet to try their cakes but every time I see them they look scrumptious! If you come during brunch hours they also sell sandwhiches on a baguette with different toppings and those too are worth the buy! Definitely come and give this place a visit! The staff is great :)

Been wanting to come here forever now. I was so over stimulated with joy when walking in. From the smell of fresh bread and baked sweets, to the gorgeous interior design of the shop, everything was so beautiful and tasted amazing! You can tell they only use the best quality ingredients and everything is priced so reasonable. This isn't your everyday coffee shop, this is pure luxury!! The customer service was outstanding, everyone was so sweet and helpful. They could tell how excited I was to be there that they were even nice enough to gift me a brownie, which I'm so glad that they did!! By far hands down the best brownie you'll ever have, with the special French butter in it makes it so decadent!! Reasonable prices Great service Vegan options Street parking

We had such a pleasant experience here on a Saturday morning. There was a small crowd but the wait wasn't too long. We ordered 2 tarts, 3 pastries. Fruit tart was delicious and the crust on the tarts is like eating a really rich butter cookie. The custard wasn't too sweet and the fruit was fresh. The chocolate ganache tart was rich and decadent and had that same Cookie crust. The blueberry muffin was soft and blueberries were fresh. Husband got a jalapeño cheddar biscuit which had the nice biscuit density yet was still light enough. The pastry my kids got they offered to split for them which I thought was so nice! Exceptional service! I'd come back just because they're super nice here! Nice ambiance but definitely quaint. Will be back when in the area.

A great bakery with sandwiches and pastries. Everything has been good and very well priced for what it is!

finally got around to trying this bakery and im upset i didn't try it sooner! their chocolate croissant is one of the best ones i have ever tried. the pastry was buttery and slightly salty which paired so nicely with the bittersweet chocolate. highly recommend

Words cannot describe how AMAZING this bakery is that is captained by the sweetest, kindest person you would ever want to meet, Erica. There is a reason for the nonstop line to get in the door, but once in you know why. The assortment of fine pastries, cookies, breads, cakes, tarts.....and sandwiches on Fridays and Saturdays. The BEST bakery in Claremont and surrounding cities.

What an incredible experience! The bread was scrumptious, the oatmeal cookies were out of this world, and my unsweetened matcha latte was perfect. Special thanks to Ana.

The employees were so sweet and the almond croissants were delicious!! The pan au chocolate and the chocolate almond croissant was tasty too:))

What a cute Parisian bakery. They bake a wide assortments of pastries, cookies, and breads. I was craving a French baguette all day and came here for lunch. The salami baguette and fromage baguette were decadent. I also ordered a cranberry scone, banana chocolate chip pastry & a French baguette. Their tarts and cakes look decadent and I want to try them next time. They close Sunday & Monday. The lines are long and patrons kept coming in and ordering bread, baked goodies and cakes. The decor and interior is like a piece of Paris tucked away in downtown Claremont!

This bakery is AHHHMAZING! Hubby and i went here yesterday and we loved everything about it. The ambience, the food, and the friendly staff. Highly recommend. The owner was the kindest, most sweet person ever. Will definitely be coming back! There was a line to get in and i will say, ITS ABSOLUTELY WORTH THE WAIT!!! Try this place!

I don't care for pastries which they have in abundance. I love their baguette sandwiches. Especially the Italian one. Also the vegetarian greenie sandwich with avocado cucumber sprouts a true winner. Olive bread and apple pie oh so good! They have brioche buns and rolls to take home for later. There's sometimes a line at the door so don't be in a rush when you try them. You get a very French feeling when you walk through the doors. There's seating available inside.

Thank you for the most delicious cakes for my moms birthday! I dropped the ball and didn't order a cake ahead of time but Crème bakery had not 1 but 2 amazing cakes to choose from. I couldn't decide so I bought one of each. They were so fresh and delicious!! Thank you!

There taste is incredible, friendly staff and killer sandwiches and baked goods. Personal favorite was the ham & Gruyère croissant.

Awesome sandwich's and even better pastries. Depending on the time you arrive you might catch a line but it's always worth the wait.