The French Kitchen

Great bakery and cafe with lots of grab-and-go options. You can eat here too but there's only a couple of 2-person tables and they are taken quickly. So I don't really recommend planning to eat here. But the food is all delicious and the staff are all friendly and helpful. They also offer a TON of cooking classes which sound fun. They are on the $$$ side though.

What an absolutely delightful place to visit! I ordered the ham and cheese quiche, and it was spectacular! Flaky crust, creamy eggs, perfect. Such a great atmosphere too. And, in addition to fresh pastries and food, the restaurant also offers anything you could want in the way of frozen meals to bring home. I only wish I lived closer!

This little café & shop is perfect for: -a quick bite -coffee with a friend (or a book.) -a gourmet sweet treat -grabbing soups, rolls, and homemade sides to take home. I haven't taken a class here (although I'd love to,) but I have been in multiple times to over-indulge. The pastries are decadent and beautiful. The Spicy Italian sandwich is not only delicious, but it's a very easy sandwich to grab and eat on the run if you need to. And lastly, I highly recommend the Ham & Butter sandwich. They use high quality French butter and I promise it's worth every calorie.

This is my go to for delicious baked goods, soups and sandwiches. Bring the family or a date. They won't be disappointed.

Absolutely delicious! Had the Brie Benedict croissant sandwich for breakfast (daughter had the breakfast croissant) and it was exactly what I'd hoped for. Delicious creamy Brie with the tang of the béarnaíse sauce perfectly balanced the ham and tomato. The croissant was amazingly delicate, buttery yet airy, and flakey-exactly how a croissant should be. I had mine warmed at the shop - it could have used just a tad bit more warming for the Brie in the middle of the sandwich. Had a queenet with lemon curd for dessert... Next time I'd like to try the cinnamon creme inside. Thursdays look like some delicious breakfast deals. So many things I'd like to try and this will definitely be an object of my craving in the future. Update: continue to visit and everything is always delicious leaving me craving more. Most recently had the TDR...brie Benedict is still my favorite. The pineapple upside down queenette was my favorite thus far!

I was welcomed when I walked in. The owner showed me around, showed me her discounted items(I asked) and explained the menu. She asked if I was in before and said a must try is the queenets. I loved it! Food delicious. I’ve never had a queenets it is a must try. Great experience and service! Loved the staff. Will go again. Will bring my friends and I want to take a cooking class. Thank you! 😊

I went for the first time today to use a gift card. Day before Christmas Eve mind you. It was so busy. I’ve only tried the bread so far and it was amazing. However I’m really writing this review to compliment the staff. They were so kind and welcoming. They were greeting the regulars by name and I felt like one within five minutes. They took time to learn my name which just seemed crazy in such a hectic moment. Will definitely be frequenting from now on and am looking forward to signing up for a cooking class as one of their regulars recommended in line.

This place is adorably decorated. 🙂 There are grab and go items in coolers when you first walk in so you can take stuff home and have it for later. The guy behind the counter was partially knowledgeable, but he admitted as much when I asked a question. I went with the queenet 🤔 with cinnamon cream filling. My friend got a chocolate, almond croissant. My pastry was alright, I didn't ask about hers. A cute little place to get French style pastries. They also offer French cooking classes

My friends and i visited the French Kitchen this afternoon. It was my first time and I arrived early. i was greeted by a smiling employee who explained the different sections (food cases, deli, and boutique). She also offered me a sample of a pumpkin cake! We ordered our food and had no trouble receiving it. We even bought a few extras to take home to our spouses! We had a lovely 1 1/2 hour visit with good food and no obnoxious music. Everyone was friendly and helpful. it was a lovely experience and i would enjoy returning!

The food is still very good - love the TDF and the Royal Cake, my favorites! But the service and the ambiance are sorely lacking for such upscale prices, and unique French dining experience. For example - if you are dining in, you will have to enjoy your gourmet delights with paper plates and the cheapest plastic ware available from China; while listening to weird music. Hopefully they get your order right - but if they don't there will only be attitude and no apologies. Also - if you choose to splurge on offerings from the freezer section, you must ask for a bag and pack it yourself if you are not up to juggling your fancy foods.

The food is amazing. My wife and I enjoyed the breakfast pastries as well as the lunch sandwiches. It's a professional operation with high quality ingredients. I would go everyday if my waist line could afford it. It is a must go if you have the opportunity. I am new to the Springs and can't wait to take visitors. Bravo

A friend and I went to The French Kitchen the afternoon of 10/16/2025 to celebrate my birthday. The woman at the cashier counter, a small framed older woman with dark brown hair and false eyelashes was LESS than helpful. We each ordered tea and asked if we could have cold tea, rather than hot tea. She said "NO, we don't have cold tea." We asked if we might get a cup of ice, and she said "NO! Sorry- we don't just give out ice." We ordered an apple turnover and told her we were going to share it and asked if she might cut it in half. She told us they only have one knife near the front counter and it is not used for cutting pastry. Considering the service we received, I DO NOT PLAN TO RETURN TO THIS CAFE, NOR DO I RECOMMEND IT TO OTHERS.

After being a customer about five times: service is slow, but the last visit was the worst. With two workers behind the counter and the manager over seeing and training one of them. The manager didn't pitch in once to help despite knowing customers were waiting a long time for simple items, which started to feel just rude. Some of the food is good, not all. Don't expect French food standards. Don't think I will return.

TONS of fresh options from doughs to soup! I got pizza dough to make homemade pizza with my family and it was delicious! Their pastries are incredible and flaky! I was not a fan of their coffee, however. But everything else is wonderful!

Absolutely phenomenal food and beverages! All of the staff were wonderful! Will definitely be returning!

Although I have not attended a cooking class, I often stop by and pick up something to go or an item they sell from their refrigerated coolers. It can expensive, but worth it. I especially like their vanilla for cooking.

Today was the first day of Crepe Thursdays. It did not disappoint! The crepes were delicious, and took me back to France with a big smile on my face. I love this bakery/restaurant/cooking school, and recommend it to all my friends!

If I could've given a No Star rating I would have. Walked into the place and many employees scurrying about. No one talked to me while I was at the counter for almost 5 minutes before I was noticed. Spoke to another customer behind me and she said they always are sooooo slow to help people at the counter. Not good. Will not go back. *Was not looking for fast food. The lady behind me said she is there often, waits every time, but she thinks the food is worth it. I don't think so.

We really enjoyed this little restaurant. I had a breakfast croissant. It was really tasty. Flakey croissant with eggs and bacon. The Babe had the green chili quiche. She really liked it and the bite she shared with me was excellent! Really good chili flavor. We both had iced mocha with caramel; also very good. They were slammed while we were there but the service was good, friendly and knew the menu wepl. It's very casual with some sidewalk seating. We recommend!

Love love love this neighborhood spot for coffee and French pastries! I highly recommend taking a French cooking class! The croissant class was a BLAST!

This place was such a jewel to discover while on vacation! My daughter-in-love and I hung out for over an hour chatting and enjoying coffee, quiche, and a caprese sandwich on a baguette. The food and bevies were delicious and the women at the counter who served us were so friendly and helpful as we made our choices. I took frozen broccoli cheddar soup back to my husband and we had that for dinner. Probably the most delicious broccoli cheddar soup I have ever had! There were some grated carrots in it that really complemented the savory goodness of the soup. We visit Colorado Springs pretty often, so I will probably visit this place every time!

Très bien! Their croissants and breakfast sandwiches are excellent. I also get their champagne vinaigrette for my salads, and homemade tomato soup that pairs nicely with a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich I make at home.

Oh my goodness, I can't wait to come back! I signed up for the chocolate desserts class, and it was amazing beyond belief. When you first get there, you are offered a choice of coffee or tea to enjoy during your class. The plain coffee was just the boost I needed to be attentive for class! The class teaches several recipes and skills. Every person has their own station, so you're not making everything, but the teaching chef (Blandine today!) will pause everyone when it is time to show off a particular skill. I was at the chocolate cake station, and the recipe was very straight-forward and easy to follow. Once we were down with stations, we all got a chance to make our own mousse, we made lava cake together. I was very proud that my mousse was the most successful! At the end, we divided up all of the treats and were sent home with chocolate heaven! I had enough desserts for the rest of the week.... or at least night with the rate I eat chocolate! And of course I bought extra chocolate chip cookies to take home - they are the best! I'm so excited to take another class soon!

I love the French kitchen and wish that it was closer to me. I always try to grab a little treat whenever I am in town. They have the most delicious pastries. The queenet is a newer addition and wow it is amazing. I haven't had anything there that I haven't liked

Why does the Croque Monsieur at The French Kitchen taste so good? Is it because they make their own bread? Is it because the fillings, like the gruyere and the ham, are carefully selected to be true to what you would find in France? Is it the copious amounts of butter used? Is it because I didn't have to make it myself? Who cares! As long as this humble sandwich, with it's delicate ham, bold gruyere and soft bread is made to perfection, I will continue to stop and grab one for breakfast or lunch. But not dinner, because they close at 3pm. If you haven't tried this sandwich, you have been severely denied and should rectify that oversight as soon as possible. Ask for it to be heated and get an Orangina to go with it. And make sure you grab some napkins, cause I wasn't kidding about the butter.

Everything is delicious at The French Kitchen. It's such a treat to enjoy a cappuccino and a queenette pastry or a quiche there. And that is only the beginning. In addition to all of their other fresh menu items (to include sandwiches), they have a long / tall freezer section full of baked goods and premade meals you can buy and take home for later. They also have a little shopping area stocked with various syrups and cooking accessories. The only negative I have experienced at FK is that they do not serve gluten-free food even though their menu implies that they do (see bottom footer). The only item that is gluten-free at this time is a cheesecake they offer. There is literally nothing you can order there if you are on a gluten-free diet. Also, note that the salads on the menu are mixtures, and not lettuce/greens-based salads. I would definitely call them in advance if you have dietary restrictions.

Delicious food and a cool place to visit. Highly recommend! Took my daughters for breakfast and they loved it!

Wow this place is amazing. A traditional French bakery, cooking classes and a little boutique. I was lucky enough to take a class here, which was such a blast! I am so excited to take more classes here! They offer 80 different classes, including kids classes! Such a variety of classes to suite everyone! They have a bakery, the goodies are made fresh every day! And they also have frozen goods for you to take for later. I was just in France and really missed the pastries, this place is just like being back! I love everything about the French kitchen! The owner, the chef and all of the employees went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful time here. I highly recommend this wonderful place!

Wow - amazing place, amazing experience! Tonight, my wife, son and I joined a group of fun people for a Yelp event at The French Kitchen. What an amazing evening. We were welcomed by our Yelp Community Manager, Mara and the staff of The French Kitchen. After we checked in, we were offered fresh-baked warm chocolate chip cookies. Wow were these good! Then we went over to the meat, cheese and bread boards. So many great French cheeses and a really cool bread bowl that had mini sandwiches hidden inside. Never seen anything like it - very cool. With our complimentary glass of wine, we headed into the teaching kitchen to socialize with other Yelpers for a bit - some who are becoming friends :) The owner, Blandine introduced herself and her business to us. Wow, they do dozens of different cooking classes here. They teach kids and adults. They have group classes and date-night classes. The classes are on all types of foods and from a few different regions of the world. After that, we got right into cooking. We were given some knife skills instructions and then we all began to prepare various vegetables and dessert for tonight's meal. Most of were also involved in the cooking. So much fun. When the meal was cooked, the staff there plated the food and served us. They really went all out for us! After dinner, most of us shopped in their boutique. Lots of interesting and useful cooking items. Many also shopped from the foods they sell here too. And some of us even signed up for classes. Nancy signed us up for a Baguette cooking class. What a great evening. Mara, our Community Manager did good. Thank you too to Yelper Kara Z for finding this gem of a place.

Knowing that every restaurant is short staffed, don't expect to run in and out unless you've pre-ordered. Give them a break! The food is well worth it. I have a piece of leftover prime rib and am running to the FK for a delicious baguette for a French dip! Can't wait!

The French Kitchen is a fantastic spot that singly handedly, along with Nightingale Bread, putting the Springs on the map in the bakery department. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? The French Kitchen has adapted nicely to social distancing, and while the lines can grow long they move through it pretty quickly given many of the items for sale require some combination of heating up or filling or what have you. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? The French Kitchen is expensive. Full stop. Yes, these are premium, high quality ingredients, but after ordering six eclairs, two dozen cookies, and two or three small pastries I was surprised to see a $70 bill. It's not a disqualifier by any stretch, but keep it in mind. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? Everything was very good. The breakfast croissant sandwich checked all of the right boxes, and the queenettes were excellent especially when filled with cinnamon or caramel. Single Star. Star 5: Would you be excited to go back? Nightingale is still my favorite, but The French Kitchen is a fantastic addition to Colorado Springs. Star.

Not impressed. Stood there for a while as the owner and a couple employees talked and another employee was scrambling to help/pack/serve other customers by herself. The pastry I had was cold and felt like it had been sitting there for a hot minute. Absolutely not worth the price I was charged. Don't think I'll be going back

A dream come true! I can finally have a little gluten after 12 years of denial and I saved my treat as a yearned-for French made croissant with a generous portion of unsalted butter. TFK is a lovely and clean shop, cafe and school with a friendly staff. I couldn't wait to get home to serve up our croissant and pain au chocolat! I had made some rhubarb sauce the day before and I paired that with my treat. The croissant was delicious, all that I dreamed, and worth the wait. My husband is also looking forward to the baguette we purchased to accompany our soup this evening. I loved biting into the flaky and buttery croissant and it took me back to memorable moments in Paris! Merci!

Wanted to update my review and let everyone know about the outstanding customer service I received from this business. Last week I received a call from whom I assume is the owner, Heidi. She had read my review here on yelp (posted below) and wanted to apologize (which she certainly didn't have to do) for my disappointment with the Queenet. She explained that it was hard to keep up with quality due to the influx in demand after advertising. Stated it is now under control. Stated pictures are not enhanced, but close ups may appear larger. Heidi graciously offered me two free Queenets, which I certainly was not expecting. The taste was even better than before with a generous fill of nutella. Will definitely be back. Thank you kindly. FIRST REVIEW: Ordered 2 Queenets online early this week for pick up today. Online ordering was simple as well as pick up. I was so excited to try these with all the hype I have read about them via FB. Disappointed in the size, they look so much bigger in the pictures posted on their website. The taste was good, buttery and flaky and you can't go wrong with a nutella filling.

I absolutely love this bakery. The pastries and bread are so delicious. They remind me of the pastries and bread that I had in Paris. I spoke with Blandine the owner and she is very sweet and genuine. She takes all concerns/issues very seriously. I did have a little issue this morning and she went above and beyond to make it right. I will be a customer for life. Thank you Blandine for giving us the experience to enjoy authentic French pastries/bread/food. :)

My second experience here was impressive! First of all their customer service is and always has been exceptional! They make ordering online very convenient and easy. The queenets I received were baked to perfection and the taste is sweet but not overwhelming. You can definitely taste the flavor in the pastry and it's important to take your time while you eat it to truly enjoy it (although this might be very difficult cause they are so good). I can't wait to go and try something else here.

Great food, however the products and management need a reality check. Bought a recipe holder, not only did this not come in different colors as advertised on their website (they changed this after I brought it up to them and accused me of lying...) but it fell apart within a week of getting it. Needless to say I will not be purchasing from this establishment again.

I totally forgot to write a review for this amazing bakery! The pastries were so yummy. I'm glad I found this place at the end of my trip and not the beginning. I say this because I definitely would have made it a regular stop and probably would have gained 30 pounds in doing so. Great place definitely 10 out of ten, I recommend!

We stopped in this morning on our way home from the Denver area. Raz was getting a mite peckish, but I wasn't really hungry yet, so we opted to stop into the first place on a local search with "bakery" in the description. We are definitely glad we did, since we found a pretty decent selection of pret-a-manger foods that could be packaged fairly quickly for the road. We each had a warmed up Mushroom Friand before hopping back out on the road. Raz declared after that he should have had it cold, but I disagree, that warm, savory, mushroomy filling with just the most subtle hints remaining of the wine used in the cooking was just what I needed to break my fast this morning. We did take a Green Chile Quiche, and a Quiche Lorraine for the road, and we polished off a Chocolatine between the shop door and the car. All-in-all, a very worthwhile morning bakery stop. I'm fairly certain that if we were local to the area, I would be chomping at the bit to take part in the cooking classes they offer, as the kitchen classroom looked very inviting and the everyone working in the store was both patient and warm. I'm pretty sure I would give my eye-teeth to be able to make that delicate, buttery, flaky pastry that was part of my morning friand today...

I like the grab-and-go, choose-and-heat-up, casual concept of this bakery. Everything was pretty. Extra attention was tipped in where other places try to cut corners: nicer plastic silverware, fancier branded mustard packets, better boxes. I love the brightness of the space and the wall mural made me smile. The service is efficient and all business. Seemed there were regulars in line, but it was hard to tell if staff engage in much banter. They're too busy making sure your food is perfectly prepped and quickly delivered, which is what I want when my time between meetings is preciously limited. I grabbed a list of classes. There's an adjacent teaching area and a small areas with frozen goods, select ingredients (go here if you need a jar of duck fat!) and kitchen goods. This is a gem in the middle of Academy Blvd. and I hope they stay there.

The baked goods are fantastic and we admire that this local shop is a thriving French bakery, refrigerated goods and cooking school. However, we weren't sure why our phone number was asked for by the cashier - we are not about data collection when going to pick up fresh bread. And the demi or half baguette is really one-third the size of a regular baguette yet half the price. Having been to many boulangeries in Paris, we did not understand why a half baguette cannot be right-sized or simply cut in half from a full-sized baguette. Finally, because we came in through the second door, it was confusing to know where the fresh baked goods were located since blocked from view, but we had a delightful conversation with another customer who confirmed we were in the right line!

The people in it are always disrespectful. The owner as well. The food quality is mid asl. You can probably make better pastries from walmart products than here. Definitely not recommended. Ill say the place does look nice but the rest is a no from me.

I absolutely adore this place and the staff, they are passionate and it shows the moment you walk through the door and smell the fresh baguettes. Everything is fresh and delicious I absolutely love the take home options as well - just as amazing as having it fresh! Can't wait to try one of the cooking classes this year too!

Love this place. It truly is special. Everything I've ever had is good!! The staff is so kind and helpful. It's some of the best coffee I've ever had. Every pastry I've had (and I've had most) is amazing and made fresh daily. I'll list favorites if you need recommendations: apricot bow tie, pain au chocolat, thé baklava roll, Napoléon, the TDF croissant, the sausage and cheese friand, and the best baguette you will find anywhere!!!!!!! Also they have a huge selection of frozen entrees and desserts as Wel as pre made doughs for you convenience. We always have pizza dough in our freezer as it's the best. Also the chicken pot pie is so good!!!! And the tortue cheesecake and tiramisu are too notch.

Amazing pastries and cakes, made and taste just like the ones i get when i travel back to France. What a delight! I am just bummed that they only have one location! I recommend the queenet, something i never had before! I will definitely visit every time i am in COS!

First and last time here today. I asked for a tea latte with lavender syrup. They can't make tea lattes because the tea needs to steep for 10 minutes...ok can I have tea with lavender syrup and a side of steamed milk...no we can't do that...ummm what!?! Anyway,I was so taken aback at their lack of reasonable accommodations I decided not to order anything. My son ordered the Croque monsieur and the Brie Benedict croissant, we shared what was edible. The bottom half of the croissant was total sog, like it had been soaked in water sog. Both, but especially the croque Monsieur, we're so greasy we both ended up with upset stomachs and the doo doos.

They make the ABSOLUTE BEST FRENCH BREAD aka baguette, IN TOWN!! It's the ONLY bread I've eaten that doesn't give me brain fog. The pastries are amazing, and the family sized entrees are a nice splurge. The ham and butter sandwich is AMAZING and surprisingly complex for something so simple. Friendly store staff and wonderful delivery people. Do yourself a favor and stock up on baguettes, they go down a little too smooth, meaning I can each a whole one and not feel bloated or gross. They freeze and reheat PERFECTLY!

This place is amazing!!! If you're in Colorado Springs this is a must visit and must try! I haven't done any of the cooking classes but plan to. The French Kitchen has amazing service, and amazing workers! My party of 2 always gets the ham and butter sandwich it is magnificent, we have tried to replicate it but can't unless we use The French Kitchens Ingredients, you can truly tell they use high quality ingredients! We look forward to going back! We had a short wait but the employees were super apologetic, what I believe to be the owner even stepped in and opened another till, The French kitchen should be treated as a national treasure!

Yes...yes...a thousand times YES! This place is so good. Everything they have is delicious. Every time I am in the springs, I swing by for a treat and a box of goodies to take home.

I've actually never had their food but I took a cooking class here and it was so engaging and fun! I can't wait to come back for a class or to come in for lunch!

Fantastic French cuisine in a great atmosphere! Love everything I have tasted. Try it!

Colorado Springs loves the French Kitchen, and understandably so. Their Queenets are one of their most popular items and can sell out, so I recommend ordering online the day before pick up if you have a larger order for a special occasion. I stopped in to tried the Salted Butter Caramel Queenet and Pain au Chocolat. Both were amazing! If you love authentic French pastries this is the place in town to get them. The pastries were both buttery, light, and flaky. Exactly how they should be. It was hard to refrain from buying a whole box of the buttery sugary Queenets. They feature other flavors including Nutella, Cinnamon Cream, or plain. It might seem a bit pricey but they are a local shop and offer authentic options. Definitely recommend!

Lunch with a friend. All.orders, eat in or to go,!Served.in boxes. Higher price.point the quiche was quite tasty!

Was so happy to find this place before leaving Colorado Springs. Quality pastries. Lovely staf

Great place for quick lunch, and definitely take home some pastries for later. The seedless strawberry jam, great.

Menu gives the perception that the "savory" food will be served prepared. I ordered the Cordon Bleu ($13.99). When I arrived to pick up my order, it was served in a plastic bag, frozen. I had to go home, let it thaw then cook it for an hour in the oven. This was quite disappointing & expensive for a meal I could've purchased in the frozen foods section at the grocery store. The service was outstanding & the baked goods were fresh.

Sophisticated, friendly, amazingly delicious. Highly recommended :) We ordered breakfast croissant and wow! The croissant was flaky, crispy but still pretty chewy. Highly highly recommended the Napoleon for your dessert mmmmmm