Been coming to this Cafe for special occasion breakfasts for ten years -- is husband's very favorite for the croissant ham and cheese plate with fresh fruit. Yes, service is slow (remember it is French), the lines are sometimes long -- however once we get our servings -- they are ample and delicious. Tip on breakfasts: Pass on the potatoes... More

This was a bad experience from the time we ordered the cake to the time we picked up the cake. We ordered a cake for my son's graduation. The experience of ordering the cake should have tipped us off that this staff and ownership is incompetent and uncaring. We tried to order what they describe as a traditional chocolate cake.... More

We are visitors to Carlsbad from Sydney, Australia. We read positive reviews about this bakery on other sites, so decided to get our 'fix' of french food. Expectations probably too high. Totally disappointed with this cafe's view of croque-monsieur. A croque-monsieur is a hot ham and cheese (typically emmental or gruyère) grilled sandwich. Our sandwich was barely warm, unsure where... More