Bakery Nouveau
Seattle, WA 98116-4412
Phone: (206) 923-0534
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Alaska Street
- Specialties:
- Bakery, Sandwich
- Best of Citysearch:
- Bakery 2008
- Hours:
- Mon--Thu 6am-7pm, Fri 6am-10pm, Sat 7am-10pm, Sun 7:30am-7pm
Editorial Review for Bakery Nouveau – by Lauren Sancken
In Short
Chocolate-colored walls, creamy marble countertops and a display case filled with artisan bread, buttery pastry, delicate Parisian macaroons and baguette sandwiches draw a line out the door of this local patisserie. Owner William Leaman, former head pastry chef of Essential Baking Co., always has something hot out of the oven to keep a loyal crowd following their noses. He also creates a speciality line of chocolates infused with exotic flavors like passion fruit and candied ginger.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe early bird catches the worm, and in this case, you're best to arrive before ten to catch a twice-baked almond croissant before they sell-out. Better yet, call ahead and have them hold one for you.
Where to SitFor the best people watching, grab a stool at the marble window counter. Tables at the back have a view of William and his staff in the kitchen kneading dough and swirling chocolate ganache.
User Reviews for Bakery Nouveau
05/29/2008 Posted by lindseyandadam
We chose Bakery Nouveau for our wedding cakes...mainly due to our love of France and all things French (and because we already love the pastries and bread here!) William was amazing! He took the time to meet with us and understand exactly what we were looking for. He helped us come up with two amazing cakes that our wedding guests absolutely loved! We even had some left over...that our relatives gobbled up the next day at brunch. We couldn't have been more pleased with the entire experience. We'll be loyal customers for life!
Pros: Tasty goodness, friendly people, lively environment
Cons: long lines (but the wait is worth it!)
02/18/2008 Posted by fpinchon
As a very demanding Parisian relocated here, I get picky when it comes to bread and pastries. Bakery Nouveau has among the best I've come accross in the US. I am not giving 5 stars because the selection is a little too limited, especially compared to le Panier... Bread is firm and crunchy and remains that way after 24h, amazing! Pastries are too small, but not greasy buttery and adequately crunchy. Prices are not cheap, but remain reasonable.. A sure shot!
Pros: Yummy crunchy bread and French pastry, fairly priced
Cons: Limited Selection, small size
