Crispelli's Bakery

The perfect place for a weekend treat!Crispelli's has been a go-to restaurant for pizza, baked treats, starters, sandwiches and salads for many years.I just learned about the bakery on Main, and stopped in for a treat.I was famished, so I ordered a ham & cheese croissant, a lemon tart, and a treat for later in the week. I chose carrot cake for my mid-week pick me up. The croissant is fantastically flaky and buttery. The crisp bits on the pastry was what truly sent me. It was heavenly.I also enjoyed the lemon tart filling, which is sweet with the perfect tang of lemon. I didn't much care for the crust, it seemed to be baked too long. I couldn't really eat it.The carrot cake is good.There of course, are lots of other bakery staples to choose from including breads, which are offered in daily specials, cookies, brownies and a variety of cakes.The coffee drink menu looks good as well.There are a handful of seating options, but perfect for carry-out.There is a small adjacent parking lot.

I went in on a Saturday night and while they were out of some of the breads I wanted, they still had several varieties of fresh bread, pastries, cookies, and other dessert items. I purchased a sourdough loaf (it was tangy, chewy, crusty, top-notch sourdough- perfect for breakfast, great crannies for butter), the EPI baguette (this was the favorite- you can rip off each individual piece and the salting was perfect- great for sharing at the table for dinner or a get-together), the baguette (thicker width than I prefer, but a decent balance of crusty crust to soft center and good flavor), and the demi paysanne (crustier and more flavorful than their standard baguette- loved it). The almond croissant I purchased was huge and it was decent, but with less almond flavor than I'd like (it was mostly just sweet) and the dough was heavier than I'd like. The peanut butter, chocolate chip, and sprinkle cookies were good. They were large cookies, definitely for sharing! The chocolate chip and peanut butter were solid renditions. The sprinkle cookie was mostly sweet and without much flavor, but the cookie texture was nice. I had the individual chocolate mousse almost right away after purchasing my haul and it made me hum with pleasure- it was rich, silky, and had a deep chocolate flavor. As for the service, the women behind the counter were knowledgeable, friendly, and well-informed about the offerings and able to discuss my potential bread and food pairings. This bakery offers excellent service!I would repurchase almost everything I bought at Crispelli's. I will definitely go back to stock up on the breads I tried and to try other bread varieties, next time I'm in town. The breads I purchased held up well to refrigeration, freezing, and reheating, too. (*Crispelli's: There is a typo on your website in the description of the paysanne and demi paysanne loaves- I thought maybe "verstion" was a word in French or a fancy term for "version" I don't know, but I think they are actually typos, which makes me sad.)

Crispelli's Bakery in Royal Oak is a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth. I tried their pecan roll, and it was nothing short of delightful. The roll was perfectly soft and buttery, with a generous amount of caramelized pecans on top that added a lovely crunch and sweetness. It had just the right balance of richness without being overly sweet, making it a satisfying treat. The cozy ambiance and friendly staff make the experience even better. If you're in Royal Oak, don't miss out on this gem!

This bakery is seriously amazing. I always make a stop if I'm in the area. The bread they bake here is how bread should be: flavorful by itself without the need of anything else, but of course you can add butter, spreads, or make an amazing sandwich with it. I love their sesame semolina bread. The toasted seeds add a fragrance to the bread as well as a textural contrast. The baguettes are good too, with diaphanous, lacey insides and a good crust outside. I wish I could say I love the epi bread-it's a baguette cut to look like a stalk of wheat so you can break off pieces for rolls, but they sprinkle a little too much salt on top for my taste. Instead, I buy the rolls which do the trick. I like how they have loaves of bread open to air and not stored in plastic bags-this helps preseve the texture of the crust.The pastries are also delicious. I have had the croissants before, both savory and sweet, and they are flakey and full flavored. One tip is to come early-they sell out of some items pretty quickly, and the last time I came here was in the early afternoon and they had already sold out of many items. They do get busy in the morning, so be prepared for lines.

This is a bakery everyone kneads in their life :) pun intended. I already love crispellis for their pizzas and salads and finally ventured to this stand alone location bakery located on the less busy stretch of Main Street. The cafe has an amazing aesthetic and a decent amount of seating both inside and outside. It was cool to see bread being rolled and hand made thru the window, it is clear that bread is being made fresh and daily and this bakery has that artisan feel to it. There is a great variety of breads, pastries, cookies, and drinks that this location offers. I tried a carrot cake croissant and it was unique and very tasty! The only con I noticed is the trash was overflowing when I visited but I think I was there towards the end of the day. Anyways a great place to chill and enjoy a good pastry and drink in RO!

My favorite spot for everything - bread, pastries, cake, and coffee. You have to try their almond croissant!

Great coffee, wonderful croissants and nice staff. Usually hard to find a table and if you drive, the parking lot is terrible. Great to walk to or for takeout.

The best bread, muffins, croissants, cookies and coffee you can buy!! Anywhere!! Always delicious

I absolutely love this bakery. It is always busy no matter when I go, the food is delicious and the bread is wonderful! I go frequently to pick up some baked goods.

I don't have a problem with this place. I like coming here. Just disappointed how small a large cup is.