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Bakery Nouveau

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A beloved European-style bakery famous for its gold-medal winning pastries, artisan breads, and exquisite chocolates.

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Bakery Nouveau

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A beloved European-style bakery famous for its gold-medal winning pastries, artisan breads, and exquisite chocolates.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Indulge in flaky, buttery croissants and decadent desserts that make special trips worthwhile."

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Visit Early to Avoid Lines

Arrive early to beat the crowds. If the line extends outside, it's worth the wait for these delicious treats.

Try Seasonal Specialties

Look out for unique seasonal items like Paczki (Polish donuts) when available; they are an amazing treat.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens 7AM

Cuisine

Bakery / Cafe

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(206) 923-0534

Address

4737 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA

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Award-Winning Croissants

Award-Winning Croissants

Indulge in flaky, buttery croissants, including the famed twice-baked almond and chocolate varieties, recognized with gold medals.

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Decadent Pastries & Cakes

Decadent Pastries & Cakes

A dazzling display of premium quality desserts, from delicate macarons to rich cheesecakes and stunning celebration cakes.

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Cozy Traditional Ambiance

Cozy Traditional Ambiance

Experience a charming and cozy traditional bakery/cafe setting with friendly, attentive staff providing excellent service.

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Visit Early to Avoid Lines

Arrive early to beat the crowds. If the line extends outside, it's worth the wait for these delicious treats.

Try Seasonal Specialties

Look out for unique seasonal items like Paczki (Polish donuts) when available; they are an amazing treat.

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Savory & Sweet Options

Beyond desserts, enjoy grab-and-go breakfast with macarons, quiches, French breads, or sandwiches and coffee.

Parking Can Be Tricky

Dedicated parking is available, but it can be difficult to find, especially during peak times or market days.

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Visit Early to Avoid Lines

Arrive early to beat the crowds. If the line extends outside, it's worth the wait for these delicious treats.

Try Seasonal Specialties

Look out for unique seasonal items like Paczki (Polish donuts) when available; they are an amazing treat.

Savory & Sweet Options

Beyond desserts, enjoy grab-and-go breakfast with macarons, quiches, French breads, or sandwiches and coffee.

Parking Can Be Tricky

Dedicated parking is available, but it can be difficult to find, especially during peak times or market days.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Bakery Nouveau is a highly praised establishment celebrated for its exceptional pastries, particularly its award-winning croissants and decadent cakes. While the cozy, traditional atmosphere and friendly service are often highlighted, some visitors note that seating is limited and parking can be challenging. Despite minor critiques on sweetness or texture for some items, the overall consensus is that the baked goods are worth the visit and often exceed expectations, making it a beloved Seattle bakery.

"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."

Jas G

"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!"

Victoria H

"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."

Maddie F.

What People Like

Award-winning croissants
Decadent cakes and pastries
Friendly and attentive staff

What People Dislike

Limited seating
Challenging parking
Some items can be too sweet

Frequently Asked Questions

The twice-baked almond and chocolate croissants are highly celebrated, along with their macarons, cakes, and various pastries.

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Seating is limited, and the bakery can get crowded, especially during peak hours. It's often considered more of a grab-and-go spot.

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Yes, you can order on their website, Bakernouveau.com. A two-day minimum is required for all online orders.

12 Spots for the Best Breakfast in Seattle

Yes, keep an eye out for seasonal specialties like Paczki (Polish donuts) when they are available.

While they have a dedicated parking lot, it can be difficult to find a spot, particularly during busy periods.

Google Review+1

Yes, they offer sandwiches, quiches, and French breads that are great for a grab-and-go breakfast or lunch.

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When William and Heather Leaman opened the original West Seattle location of Bakery Nouveau 12 years ago, the pastry landscape of Seattle was a different place. With the uptick in new bakeries opening, William Leaman says, they’ve had to diversify—always “trying to stay innovative and ahead of the curve.” No other bakery walks the line so comfortably between savory and sweet: Take the very best twice-baked almond croissant ($4.25). A deceptively simple ham and cheese baguette sandwich.

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