Authentic French patisserie w/ delicate pastries & not-too-sweet options. Escape to Paris w/ every bite!
This French patisserie is a haven for authentic, artisanal baked goods, drawing praise from locals and visitors alike. Renowned for its traditional techniques and high-quality ingredients, it offers a delightful escape from overly sweet treats. From flaky croissants to exquisite tarts and cakes, each item is crafted with care, reflecting a genuine French baking heritage.
This French bakery is celebrated for its authentic pastries, with a particular emphasis on options that are not excessively sweet. Recommended items include their croissants, pain au chocolat, no-sugar apple turnovers, pear tart, and cheese danish. The chocolate mousse cake and pecan pie also receive positive mentions. One user found the chocolate chip cookie to be a bit dry but appreciated its homemade taste.
"Highly recommended are their croissants, pain au chocolat, no-sugar apple turnovers, pear tarts, cheese danishes, and tarte au citron. Napoleon and St. Honore cakes are also available with advance notice."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the authentic French pastries, often highlighting their preference for less sugary options. The quality and traditional preparation of the baked goods receive consistent acclaim.
Important Note
The East Elmhurst location can be inconvenient to reach by train, and popular items like croissants can sell out later in the day, though not as quickly as at the Long Island City location. Some specialty pastries may require advance notice.
"This commenter confirmed that the Long Island City location of Canelle is also good, but added that they only offer mini baguettes."
Positive"The commenter recommended Canelle in East Elmhurst, Queens, for baguettes matching the description, and noted a second location in Long Island City."
Positive"Cannelle is recommended for its savory croissants and pastry sandwiches."
Positive"This restaurant was listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"This user stated that the East Elmhurst location of Cannelle Patisserie is the original and amazing, and it's next to Bistro Eloise."
Positive"This user noted that the East Elmhurst location of Cannelle Patisserie does get crowded in the morning and runs out of croissants, but not as quickly as the LIC location."
Positive"This user confirmed that Cannelle has excellent seasonal pies, cakes, and tarts, highlighting their rich king cake and pecan pie."
Positive"This user described the East Elmhurst location of Cannelle Patisserie as bustling but larger than the LIC location, and while items can run out later in the day, it's not as fast as LIC."
Positive"This user asked if Cannelle is known for its strawberry cake when in season."
Neutral"This user inquired about the East Elmhurst location of Cannelle Patisserie and mentioned timing is crucial for specialty pastries like the kouign amann at the LIC location."
Neutral"This user also recommended Cannelle Patisserie."
Positive"This user mentioned that the East Elmhurst location of Cannelle Patisserie is great but inconvenient to reach by train, and that they tend to run out of croissants later in the day."
Positive"This user confirmed that Cannelle Patisserie has locations in LIC and East Elmhurst, and that the East Elmhurst location is good."
Positive"This user asked if the Cannelle Patisserie being discussed was the one in LIC."
Neutral"This user recommended Cannelle, noting it's run by a former Waldorf pastry chef and offers high-quality items at reasonable prices."
Positive"This user recommended Cannelle, noting it's run by a former Waldorf pastry chef and offers high-quality items at reasonable prices."
Positive"The commenter describes the Tarte au Citron from Cannelle as so good it made them weep."
Positive"Canelle is recommended for dessert in East Elmhurst, located in the same strip mall as Bistro Eloise and about five minutes from LGA."
Positive"The author secondarily endorses Cannelle's cheese danish."
Positive"The author recommends Cannelle's cheese danish, noting it's a great option though there might be better ones elsewhere."
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