La Mie Bakery

I tried La Mie At the Des Moines Art Center, the experience was very pleasant. The location inside feels mod, minimal, sophisticated but it's at the same a very casual relaxed atmosphere. Its very entertaining the concept of it being nestled inside the Art Museum. I tried their eggplant parm which comes served with a fresh salad. Absolutely delicious. Some freshly pressed beat juice phenomenal, and went all out and tried a very satisfying and rich fruit tart. The staff is lovely, attentive and always busy. My only discrepancy was that the inside dining area was very cold and the outside patio area was crazy hot, but that's summer in Iowa. Go in late spring or early fall to avoid this issue.

Stopped by hoping to find some french treats and boy were we pleasantly surprised! So many delicious choices and amazingly reasonable prices. The staff was friendly, efficient and helpful Will be back to dine in for sure!

This place has received rave reviews from everyone I asked so I figured I'd take the chance. While I have no complaints about the food, I felt it was a little overhyped. The puff was less of a pastry and more so had the texture of a dinner roll. While the filling on the croissants was good, it was unlike any other I had had, in a bad way, texture- wise. The salmon tartine was pretty good, but again, nothing special and at times was overpowered by the sprout greens. Overall, the food was fine but nothing special and I would probably try to find a new place before returning here.

A big indoor space and cute patios chairs with tables outside backyard. The service was great; besides pastries, breads, and cakes, various dishes and salads to try; giving French bakery vibes in overall

Macarons were a little dry but were perfectly made and had excellent flavors. The croissants are delicious. Nothing is overly sweet and all very well made. Service was fast and everyone was kind. We will definitely be back.

A must stop by! I am sure that I do weekly. Whether it’s to pick up some fresh sour dough bread, an organic farm fresh salad or my favorite - honey oat latte and a pecan roll, I am always so impressed with the consistency of deliciousness they deliver. It’s not just a bakery, but also has spectacular sandwiches and soups. For me, its the perfect combination of sweet and savory selection is undeniably a TREAT - every time!

Pretty good place to eat! Got a meal with my family here for a late lunch. Foods was fast, hot and good. Will be back 👍

Nice bakery, don't miss it if you are in the area You are able to customize based on dietary requirements

The chicken salad sandwich on A croissant here is so delicious! It's crowded to eat in the restaurant here but it's an experience to take in.

La Mie is your one stop shop for all things breakfast, pastries, and sandwiches. This local shop on 42nd Street in Des Moines has a wide variety of food to pick from for both breakfast and lunch. You can grab some quick pastries to go or you can order a full delicious sit down breakfast. We went over Mother's Day weekend, and even through all the chaos, the service was very quick and efficient. This shop is small and has a quaint French bakery ambiance where you can enjoy your food inside or on the small patio out back. Take out or eat in at La Mie, you won't be disappointed!

Great salads and sandwiches here. Staff is friendly and helpful. I usually pick up my food to take home. The ambiance is welcoming. I don't get pastries here, I prefer Scenic Route Bakery for those. But, you can not go wrong with their delicious sandwiches and flavorful salads.

Great variety of breads and pastries. Great options for take and bake such as breakfast pizzas. Ordered an iced caramel latte and the bacon egg and cheese croissant. The croissant was baked, flaky and soft. The order came out quick and tasted delicious. Also tried the fresh squeezed lemonade. Grabbed a loaf of sourdough for lunch and made some delicious grilled cheese sandwiches.

Nothing to see here just Mexicans pandering to white people. I live down the street and would frequent La Mie often as a new member of the neighborhood. The staff is the same and have seen me 20-30 times but yet require me to place my to-go box of pastries on the counter for them to "open" and count. Immediately after taking my money, a white guy walks up never sits his box on the counter and "told" them what was in the box. Staff smiled and processed his order. I witnessed this EVERY single visit- disgusting. I'll keep my money - new diverse bakeries are on the rise so hopefully this dinosaur will disappear

The bread is wonderful! Go on in just to grab a loaf for home! Parking is easy too. They have front parking and way more in the back. A little gem near the Des Moines Play house.

Everything I ate here was amazing. And I tried a lot. The croissants were flaky and buttery. The tarts, well, yum! I won't list everything just come here if you want to get amazing baked goods.

After I had the code here, it set the bar too high, and no other coffee compares now. I love the Carmel macchiato here so much!! We have tried so many of their pastries and sandwiches and they are all soooooo good.

First time visitor! Went in on a Saturday morning and the place was packed full of people. Immediately got in line and was blown away by how much they have in stock. Great spot to check out in the summer, especially since they also have a patio in the back. They also have parking in the back too if the lot out front is full. I got their French toast, which was absolutely gigantic for the portion size. Same with their croissant sandwiches. Overall I will have to come back to try more stuff.

That pistachio croissant changed my life. Gorgeous shop, clean, vibrant, amazing. Staff was polite and the atmosphere is cool. 10/10 would recommend. This is a legit hidden gem. Don't sleep on this bakery.

3.5* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 3* Value: 4* Service: 3* 03/15/2023 This place has been on my Want to Go list for a while and got the chance this week while my brother and sister-in-law were visiting. While it was admittedly a little difficult to find buried in the middle of a strip mall - overall, it is a solid stop with a good selection of what you'd expect to find in a bakery (see pictures). We entered through the back and while the large deck was empty in March, the posted summer pictures look like it would be a great place to have breakfast and a coffee. For my meal, I ordered the Southwest Omelet (see picture) and my wife ordered the Sausage & Mushroom Omelet (see picture). My Sister-in-law ordered the Quinoa Black Bean Salad (see picture) and my brother ordered the Ham and Swiss Sandwich (see picture). We all enjoyed our orders, with the only negative being that the toast included with the omelets was toasted too long and ended up very hard. The bread itself was good though, as my brother commented that he really liked the bread on his Ham and Swiss Sandwich. The interior atmosphere was clean and modern and the presentation of the prepared foods was great. The things that held me back on a 5* were the strip mall exterior, plastic eating utensils and the venting / duct work on the ceiling above the kitchen area. From our table in the dining area, the kitchen ceiling showed an accumulation you might expect in a kitchen area that would look much better with a good cleaning. Lastly on the service, I marked it down a bit due to the time it took for someone to help us at the front counter (several workers there, but seemed pre-occupied with other tasks and didn't initially even acknowledge we were there or ask if we would like help). Similarly, after our order at the counter, the food was dropped off at our table with very little interaction of any kind and no follow up during or after our meal. If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com

Among the best breakfast spots in Des Moines. For a long time La Mie was the only popular urban breakfast eatery. La Mie had great coffee and homemade bakery items. Comparable to some of the best breakfast spots in Chicago.

Delicious, pure food! Had the veggie scramble with multi grain toast. Wow! This place was busy from the minute it opened. Wish we'd found it earlier in our trip to Des Moines.

Vibe was great, the ambiance gave me a big city feel and the bakery selection was good.

The pastries and sandwiches were excellent with great service. I especially enjoyed the almond croissant which had an abundant amount of almond paste inside. So good with a nice cup of Americano coffee. If you are looking for something light and healthy for lunch, try out the vegan sandwich which was quite filling in my opinion. The inside decor was modern but not a fan of the unisex bathroom.

Weirdly, I cannot drive Fleur Road from the airport through Des Moines without my car pulling towards La Mie. For a good reason...it is an incredible experience. Thanks to my Des Moines resident friend Matt for tipping me off to this place, because we cannot get enough. The setting, both the awesome interior (complete with a bakery scent that keeps you inside willingly) and the outdoor patio which is superb, makes for a better experience, but it all comes down to the food and the great customer experience, which is spectacular. A must-visit in Des Moines. Seriously.

La Mie has quickly become a staple in our house. From their pastries, to bread, and even their pre-made lasagne, it is all amazing. As far as pastries, the ham and cheese is a showstopper. The plain croissants are as well. Finally, the peach filled pastries are some of our favorites. But, you really can't go wrong. If you go on the weekend, get ready for a line. I would advise getting there near opening time, and go during the week if you can for best selection! Finally, don't forget about their lunch! It's such a nice, cozy spot to enjoy breakfast or lunch, and there is always something new to try!

I have loved what I've gotten here, it's so nice to find a lovely bakery that isn't too sweet. I love sweet, but I feel like I can eat here any time of day and it's not overwhelming. I got an almond croissant, and it had substantial filling without feeling me teeth will fall out, I highly recommend!! It gets busy around lunch but the line moves quick. It's clean and relaxed.

Ate breakfast here today. Ham and cheese omelette and toast. Meh. Ham was just deli ham, minimal if any cheese, toast dry (they didn't ask me what kind I wanted. I think it was sourdough, but who knows.) Nothing special. Latte was lukewarm. Everything blah and overpriced. Very limited parking in front, more available in back, and there was some back patio seating which was nice. I would have given 3 stars but the order taker and check out persons were both so surly. I'm sure this isn't your dream job, ladies, but a smile wouldn't kill you, would it?

I absolutely love La Mie! The first time I came here I felt like I was in a different city. Amazing pastries and the best cheesecake. I particularly love the Oreo cheesecake, any croissant, the fresh squeezed orange juice and breakfast. It's a must see in Des Moines and my go to treat. I am not sure it Kat still works there but I went back in July and meant to write this review for her, she absolutely made my day and was so sweet

The breakfast was very good but wished we had the pastries. Will try them next time and sit outside.

My favorite place for danish and baked goods in town! So good and fresh. Sandwiches and desserts are awesome too!

I love a good butter croissant and La Mie doesnt miss. If you want quality baked goods, this is the spot.

I love your desserts, pastries, etc. I buy a whole cake a few times a year. But please pleeease bring back self service of the cakes and mini cheesecakes. There was one young man working the entire counter on a busy Saturday. It wasn't his fault, but I was overlooked for several minutes while he helped a long line of people choosing their pastries. It was so much better when I could grab the desserts and go, and choose my own mini cheesecake. I imagine it's a pain for those working that counter too. There's more than enough room in the cooler up front to at least put the mini cheesecakes in there. Thank you for your consideration!

Been going to this spot since I was a teenager and I love everything they offer. Their omlettes are the best and honestly all of their breakfast choices. They offer a wide variety of pastries and desserts you feel like you've walked into a French bakery. They have coffees, teas and matcha however you would like hot or iced. Definitely recommend to everyone. They are very friendly but just a heads up they are always packed so the earlier you go the better chances you have at grabbing a seat of your choice.

This is my go to stop on my way to Minneapolis. The iced honey oat latte is so good. There chicken salad sandwich is huge and so tasty. It is always busy by service is great. A must stop!

Bakery items are definitely worth it, got the chicken salad for lunch on a croissant. Was so full of chicken salad and very worth it.

Oh man, La Mie is one of my absolute favorite places in Des Moines. They have some of the best pastries, my favorite scrambles, and great coffee! This is a great spot to meet a friend or to enjoy some outdoor seating with your dog. They also have a downtown Des Moines skywalk location, La Mie Elevate. Definitely check it out and try the vegetable scramble and any of their pastries!

The coffee, breakfast sandwiches and croissants are so good here! The atmosphere is really nice too, lots of plants and decorated nicely. Would recommend!

Pocked up various desserts, only for them to taste like grocery store desserts. Let's just say we were disappointed with all of our items. However, if that's what you want... this place is it. Went a second time to see if my taste buds were off... NOT. The place was clean and customer friendly. Service was good.

Finally made it for brunch. I didn't realize you needed to order at the counter, so I felt a little flustered when I had to decide what I wanted right away. I could have waited but the place was packed. The staff we very helpful. The food came out very fast. Next time I would eat outside as it was so busy .

Fresh and delicious. Patio was marvelous! Chicken salad amazing. Fast service and nice people.

La Mie is a Des Moines staple. Everyone who visits knows to come here and grab a famous pastry. Regulars are always here and returning customers always rave about their breakfast of the day. I love coming here for the atmosphere. Delicious brunch or breakfast with all the sounds and smells of an authentic French pastry shop. Come here to see people Or to be seen. I used to be able to eat all the pastries. My favorites were any of the croissants. Now I stick with plant based items like the tofu scramble, chickpea scramble, side of fruit, side of potatoes, oatmeal, and the breads. The French presses coffee is nice. Really. That's pretty much for the plant based/vegan options. I hope they will make plant based pastries one day.

My husband and I visited La Mie a few days ago. Wow what a place!! It's a good thing we live in Johnston Iowa. If we lived closer we would go all the time. Great sandwiches and the cinnamon rolls were probably the best we have ever had!!

Why have donuts when you can have pastries? La Mie is my go to breakfast treat when I want to celebrate or impress. Everything is generous in size, so I usually get a variety of things and cut them in half or quarters so I can get a sampling or my favorites. In addition to pastries they have quiches, salads and sandwiches to got. Individual deserts are available too. I'm not drooling, you're drooling!

The most amazing pastries!! The other menu options are also delicious, especially the quiche florentine. Absolutely love this place!!

If you're looking for freshly made macarons that are tasty and and the best price in town! La Mie is where to go! I got 3 sets of their Macarons for Bachelorette Tea Party and it was perfect. Each flavor was yummy, soft crunchy outside, with a sweet and/or tart filling! Each set came with all 7 flavors. I forgot some of the names but the ones i do remember is: pistachio, cherry, cherry/berry, blackberry, coffee, and vanilla.

This place has really yummy pastries and lots of lunch options. HOWEVER, I am completely dumbfounded by the Sweet & Spicy tofu bowl. It came with only 4 (really 3) pieces of RAW tofu. How are you gonna just throw raw tofu in there and charge $11 when the salmon bowl costs the same amount?! Tofu is wayyyyyy cheaper than salmon. I appreciate a tofu option but you have to take the extra few minutes to bake/fry/sautee it like you do with everything else. Come on now...

Guaranteed fresh, marvelous food with the best pastries in town. Order at counter, can be a long line but it goes fast. Always a great upscale neighborhood feel.

The last three times we've been here the food was barely edible. Rubbery eggs, half toasted or stale bread, soggy sandwich. They used to be amazing, I'm sad to say I'm finally done going back. They should just stick with bread and salad, take everything else off the menu. It's obvious there isn't any passion left.

La Mié is filled with delicious pastries. But, it is quite crowded during the weekends. The staff is very composed and helpful, and do their best to keep the line moving. Overall a great place!

Pastries and pizza tasted amazing, but I feel disrespected because they refused to give me a plate to eat off of. No, I did not order to go.

The atmosphere would be really benefit from a larger space, especially on weekends. Food quality is as-expected, you pay for the atmosphere more than the food.

Cool place. Good, tasty food. Good service. Everything is fresh. There was a mixup with our order but the staff helped fix it right away.

Always the best. I enjoy the original spot always have the best selections. Try the bakery , where else can you find the best fruit tarts ? If you have time have some breakfast.

In normal urban bakeries, you come in, order and sit down where seating is available; first come, first serve. If you show up and there is no table, you get food to go or you go somewhere else. Well, not at this place. The owner profoundly misunderstands that it is not their average food that people come for, it is the atmosphere and people watching. Des Moines is small and this place is the only game in town to go sit, have a sandwich, coffee or pastry and people watch. The owner does understand this "only game in town" part and implements unheard of practices in order to maximize profits. You can't sit down until you have gone through the line and purchased your order. Once you do, there are signs in booths that say "please only stay 45 minutes". Staff with faces full of contempt circle the bakery like vultures in order to grab your empty plate or cup the moment you set it down so you can clear out and others can sit. If you sit in a booth without being assigned that seat, the owner will very rudely make you get up and seat someone else there. Go read dozens of other 1-star reviews on here if you don't believe it. This practice of seating people is falsely presented as wanting everyone to have a chance to sit and eat, but in reality it is to maximize profits, because the food is nothing special. If you sit as long as you want they don't make the same money. We will keep coming until there is a better option, but never again when some competition opens, unless they change this amateur practice.

Wow! There was a bit of a line, even on a weekday, but SO worth the wait (which really wasn't super long). While here, I tried a variety of drinks and good items. For drinks I tried some cold brew and an americano and both had great flavor. You can tell it was high quality coffee/espresso. The food we got (avocado tatting) was amazing too! Good portion of avocado and super hot and freshly cooked eggs. Lastly, the pastries were incredible. So soft, fresh, not too sweet, and just perfect! I can't wait to come back and try even more types of pastries.

Food is not the issue, in fact, it's pretty darn good. The biggest problem with this place is their customer service. More appropriately, lack of customer service. The place is chaotic, no organization or flow to the ordering and checkout process, plus you can tell that the ownership has no hospitality culture, at all! What a shame. In fact, never seen a restaurant with such a negative atmosphere. They have signs posted everywhere with all kinds of "rules". Such as: "You can only sit here for so many minutes". Or, "Do not stand or wait in this area". Manager came over and cleared our table right in front of us while we were still enjoying our beverages. Didn't greet us at all, or even ask how our food was. Just picked up the dishes and walked away. Rude!

Wow, hard to beat this place. Everything I've had has been fantastic, but my favorite is definitely the pecan roll. Be sure to grab a fresh loaf of bread to take home. You won't want to pass on the awesome fresh bread.