Belgian-French bakery famed for Merveilleux & croissants. Delicate, authentic European pastries.
Step into a Parisian dream at this French bakery, celebrated for its exquisite Merveilleux pastries and delicate croissants. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and texture, reminiscent of traditional European patisseries. It's a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic French baked goods.
This French and Belgian bakery specializes in Merveilleux pastries and croissants, which are highly recommended by customers. While most feedback is positive, one user noted that their croissants were just 'okay' and not exceptional.
"Customers highly recommend the Merveilleux pastries and croissants. The mini meringues are also specifically called out as 'awesome'."
Customers overwhelmingly praise this bakery for its authentic French pastries, with many specifically recommending the Merveilleux and croissants.
Important Note
One user found the croissants to be just 'okay' and not exceptional.
"Aux Merveilleux de Fred is recommended for its sugar pearl brioche and croissants."
Positive"This user, identifying as French, seconded the recommendation for Aux Merveilleux de Fred."
Positive"This user listed Aux Merveilleux de Fred among several other French bakeries."
Positive"This user recommended Aux Merveilleux de Fred."
Positive"Aux Merveilleux de Fred is a French bakery recommended for its awesome mini meringues."
Positive"Aux Merveilleux de Fred is mentioned as a notable bakery, known for its French pastries."
Positive"This user recommends Aux Merveilleux de Fred. They also mention that they used to like Chanson but it has since closed."
Positive"This commenter agreed that the 8th Ave location of Aux Merveilleux de Fred was better than the Midtown one."
Positive"This commenter seconded Aux Merveilleux de Fred, specifically the 8th Ave and Jane Street location, highlighting their plain croissants and chocolate cramiques as great and often fresh/warm."
Positive"This commenter stated that Boulangerie Julien is one of the only ones doing decent croissants in this goddamn city."
Positive"This commenter suggested passing on Aux Merveilleux de Fred, stating their croissants are okay but not exceptional, and this is consistent across locations."
Negative"This commenter asked about specific locations for Aux Merveilleux de Fred, and another user specified the 8th Ave and 6th Ave locations."
Positive"This commenter recommended Aux Merveilleux de Fred for a solid plain croissant."
Positive"This commenter recommended Aux Merveilleux de Fred for a solid plain croissant."
Positive"This user suggested Aux Merveilleux de Fred, mentioning their sandwiches are on very soft bread, though not triangular."
Neutral"This commenter agreed that Aux Merveilleux de Fred is the best."
Positive"Aux Merveilleux de Fred was recommended."
Positive"This user suggested trying Aux Merveilleux de Fred, likely for their pastries or meringue-based desserts."
Neutral"The original poster checked Aux Merveillaux de Fred's website based on a suggestion and determined that their listed offerings were not what they were looking for."
Negative"A user suggested Aux Merveillaux de Fred as a possible option for the desired pastry, recommending their 'Pain au lait with chocolate ganache' or ordering their 'pain au chocolat' with ganache."
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