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Cream puffs and macarons

When you want a pastry, you expect the delicate structure of a cream puff and the refined texture of a macaron.

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Updated May 2026
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Dessert shop filled with panda-themed decor and colorful art creates a cozy, charming atmosphere. Small space offers panda merchandise and a live panda video stream, attracting fans of unique treats and themed environments.

Cream puffs feature a perfect balance of creamy, soft, and crunchy textures. Unique flavors like ube and pandan rotate regularly, adding to their crave-able and delicious appeal.

Creative flavor profiles stand out in the macarons. Mini macarons offer an easy way to try all the unique flavors. Custom macarons are available with friendly, flexible service for events.

People are saying

"The cream puffs here are amazing and delicious."

"The coffee shop is adorable with all the cute panda decorations."

"These macarons are so flavorful and vibrantly colored."

Good to know

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Puffy Pandy offers online ordering for quick pick-up.

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They open at noon, so plan your visit accordingly.

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Parking nearby can be busy and mostly back-in only.

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Tiny bakery offers a cozy atmosphere with fresh scents and aesthetic decor. Cream puffs shine with creative flavors like passion fruit and pistachio, featuring light, airy cream. Macarons vary in quality but often serve as the best part of an order.

Creative flavors make the cream puffs stand out, with options like passion fruit and pistachio offering unique tastes. Each puff has a light, airy cream and a beautiful presentation that makes them memorable.

Macarons show mixed quality here, with some visits noting best ever and others calling them subpar. They often stand out as the only good part of an order.

People are saying

"These croissants are the best I've had, even better than in France."

"I found the passion fruit cream puff life-changing."

"I found the macarons to be the best I've ever had."

Good to know

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Currently, there is only room for one party to sit down.

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You need to visit at an off-time if you want to sit down.

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Prices for cream puffs start at $3+, and tarts are $6-7.

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Greenery-filled interior and natural sunlight create a warm, vintage vibe with a cozy atmosphere. Cream puffs feature freshly piped whipped cream and vanilla custard, while macarons offer sizable portions with a sweet taste and protective packaging. Pastry chefs prepare desserts in view, adding live craftsmanship to the experience.

Whipped cream gets piped in front of you to keep the puff from getting soggy. The cream puff features a lovely vanilla custard and matches the quality of international supermarket options nearby.

Macarons come in sizable portions with a lovely texture and a sweet taste. Packaging includes individual molds to keep each macaron intact for takeaway.

People are saying

"The mille crepe cake is a must-try, so smooth and delicious."

"The macarons here are delicious with unique and tasty flavors."

"The cream puff here has a lovely vanilla custard."

Good to know

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Reservations are required for the weekend dessert tasting menu.

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The dessert tasting experience is available on Fridays at 1pm.

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The dessert tasting menu costs $28 for three courses.

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Small, modern bakery cafรฉ with cozy atmosphere and live plants on tables creates an intimate, chill vibe. Outdoor seating adds space beyond the few indoor tables, which fill quickly. Desserts are not overly sweet, pairing well with coffee served in spill-proof cups.

Cream puffs come in unique flavors like lychee, Ferrero, and ube cheesecake. Mini cream puffs and variations like cookies and cream or creme brulee add variety and stand out for their rich taste.

People are saying

"I thought the latte was smooth and so good."

"These cream puffs are so delicious and not too sweet."

"The raspberry lychee macaron was to die for."

Good to know

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The cafรฉ is cashless; only credit cards and mobile payments are accepted.

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Parking is ample and easily accessible near the cafรฉ.

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Prices are reasonable for the quality, with a small mocha costing $6.

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Bakery offers a cozy, tranquil atmosphere with clean, modern design and spacious indoor and dog-friendly outdoor seating. Smooth jazz plays softly, creating a quiet, inviting vibe ideal for light breakfasts or desserts. Pastry chef visible behind the counter adds to the authentic experience.

Custard cream puffs come out light, fluffy, and creamy with a sweetness that stays mild. Unique flavors like seasonal black sesame cat and Uji matcha add variety and charm to the selection.

Macarons come in distinct flavors like Earl Grey and Hazelnut Latte, with the latter bursting with flavor. The bakery offers variety and quality, making macarons a popular gift choice.

People are saying

"Their cakes and pastries are thoughtfully made and high quality."

"The macarons here are thoughtfully made and high quality."

"The cream puffs are light, fluffy, and creamy."

Good to know

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Reservations for cakes must be made 48 hours in advance.

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They only allow 'for here' orders until 3:30 pm; after that, it's to-go only.

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Most sweets are sold out by 3 pm, so arrive early.

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Small bakery with a modern hipster vibe and alpaca-themed decor offers unique cream puffs like Earl Grey and matcha, three times larger than usual. Artsy macarons include Labubu and alpaca designs with perfect piping. Cozy but can get crowded.

Cream puffs come in unique flavors like Earl Grey and matcha, with sizes about three times larger than typical ones. Prices stay excellent while the pastries remain visually impressive and tasty.

Cute, artsy macarons stand out here, including the Labubu macaron and alpaca macarons with perfect piping. The biggie macaron offers a larger sweet treat option.

People are saying

"The cream puffs here are heavenly, with light, delicious cream."

"I loved their rich and perfectly balanced latte."

"The macarons here are so cute and thoughtfully flavored."

Good to know

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Expect a line of 10-15 minutes or so on weekends.

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It is best to plan to take out or do a quick stop due to limited seating.

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The bakery is currently closed for renovations until mid-May 2024.

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Minimalist modern design creates a clean, cozy atmosphere with thoughtful seating options for work or relaxation. The space balances high-end craftsmanship with genuine comfort, inviting guests to linger in a calm, upscale environment. Pastries and desserts display artful presentation that matches the elegant, quiet vibe.

Cream puffs feature a silky smooth cream filling that is not overly sweet. The pistachio cream puff is priced higher but feels too dry and does not match the quality of the signature desserts.

Delicate texture and spot-on flavors define the macarons here. Each bite balances flavorful notes with a perfect, light crunch.

People are saying

"The pastries here are stunning works of art."

"The macarons here have the perfect texture and spot-on flavors."

"The cream puffs have a silky smooth filling that's not overly sweet."

Good to know

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They have a special offer: buy 4 pastries, get the 5th one free.

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Street and lot parking is available near the patisserie.

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Credit cards and mobile payments are accepted; cash is also welcome.

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Small coffee shop with no Wi-Fi or laptops encourages conversation and unplugging. Atmosphere feels warm and inviting with natural light and trees outside, plus a friendly corgi greeting guests. Seating includes comfortable bucket-style chairs in a quaint, lovingly designed space.

Baked European goodies include cream puffs that pair well with beverages. These cream puffs stand out alongside other desserts like a bourbon pecan tart and a decadent torte.

Complimentary macarons appear as a thoughtful gesture for following the no-laptop policy or bringing a book. Flavors like chocolate and strawberry pair well with drinks such as cold brew and lattes.

People are saying

"The coffee here is amazing, the best I've ever had."

"You have to pet Jax, the corgi mascot, to pay the doggy tax."

"The woman running the shop puts so much love into her macarons."

Good to know

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Momentto hosts Corgi Fridays where visitors can meet friendly corgis.

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The cafรฉ has no wifi or laptops allowed to promote interaction.

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Momentto roasts all their own coffee beans on-site daily.

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