Cannelle Patisserie - Birmingham

3-star for the friendly staff and great service. Food-wise would be 2-star: croissant was doughy and dessert items tasted like days old. A rather interesting finding: The very next day after my visit, I saw identical desserts in another bakery. Out of curiosity, I asked whether those were made on premise. The staff there told me they got those from a wholesale bakery and the name was not Cannelle , which makes me wonder if the same wholesaler also supports this business.

The best flaky pastries in the state hands down. *chef's kiss

This restaurant offers a delightful variety of cookies, pastries, and made-to-order baguette sandwiches. The presentation is stunning, and the treats are incredibly tempting. The outdoor tables with umbrellas evoke the experience of enjoying coffee and pastries in Paris. While a bit pricey, the quality makes it worth it.

I have mixed feelings about this restaurant. Some of the desserts were outstanding, like the chocolate mousse, while others weren't as impressive. The fig tart (shown in the picture) looked fantastic, but it lacked flavor. Additionally, the staff at the counter were not very friendly.

The service was cheerful and expert, and the cannelle and sandwiches were absolutely divine. I will definitely return whenever I'm in Detroit!