La Gourmandine Bakery

This is one of the best bakery pastry shops Pittsburgh hasDelicious sandwiches Fresh pastry Assorted breads My favorite is the turkey on a little French bread type rollAnd you have not had a legit croissant unless you have had one of La Gourmandine's flaky perfection Easy parking on the street much less crowded area then Lawrenceville location just as yummy Friendly service You can see the bakers at work back there

La Gourmandine in Hazelwood is my go-to spot for a taste of authentic French pastry and a quick lunch on the go. The "Campagnard" sandwich, with its perfect combo of turkey, lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese, and mayo, never disappoints and makes a satisfying lunch. For a sweet treat, I'm torn every time between their delicious chocolate-filled croissant and the indulgent gourmandise. Lately, I've been savoring their clafoutis--a cherry-filled, eggy bake that has a wonderfully soft, bread pudding-like texture.The counter service is fast and friendly, and while there's no seating, the quick in-and-out experience fits the vibe perfectly. Plus, parking is a breeze with street options and a reserved lot around the corner on Second Ave and Tipton St. Highly recommend!

Very good pastries and I particularly like their white bread. My only qualm would be that it's a tad bit pricey. But everything is authentic and tasty.

After I tried one La Gourmandine Bakery last week, I am now on a mission to try *all* of the La Gourmandines! La Gourmandine serves sandwiches, quiches, cakes, pastries, croissants, and breads. Prices are roughly a few dollars per item.This location of La Gourmandine is located on road that has street parking and much traffic. I felt thankful to the drivers who stopped their vehicles so I could cross the street.As soon as I entered this bakery, an employee promptly and kindly greeted me. I selected three pastries, and my husband selected two croissants. Here are my reviews for the foods:Tarte au citron - 5 stars - This tart had a perfectly crispy crust and lemony custard filling.Tarte aux pommes - 5 stars - The crust was perfectly crispy, and the apples are top were delicious.Choux a la creme - 4.5 stars - The dough was fresh, and the whipped cream was rich.Croissant - 5 stars - This croissant was moist, flaky, and subtly flavorful.Croissant amandes - 5 stars - My husband really likes this almond croissant, and it is his go-to food at La Gourmandine.

I've been a fan of their Lawrenceville location for a few years now, so I decided to stop by the Hazelwood shop on my way to work. I picked up a chocolate croissant and a small chocolate buche de noel. Both were phenomenal and exceeded the already high expectations that I have set for La Gourmandine. The shop is a cozy and warm retreat from the harsh winter weather here in Pittsburgh. Something about the atmosphere and friendly staff behind the counter just adds to the holiday joy! From my experiences now at multiple locations, you can't go wrong with any of their treats. I'm someone who enjoys baking at home, but I can't come even close to the perfection that they achieve in all of their bakes. Stop by and enjoy one of Pittsburgh's best places for a sweet treat.

I had to be in the Squirrel Hill area of town early one morning, so I stopped in here to see what they offered that might be good to start the day... Ended up trying a slice of quiche Lorraine, which they heated up for me... The inside was still cool and it had no meat or any real flavor to it... it was very disappointing. I also tried a tart with apples on it and that was outstanding! Service was decent and their selection is amazing! Next time I go, I'll try something else.

Visiting Pittsburgh for the weekend and had the pain au chocolat which reminded me of the croissant I had when I visited France, definitely delicious!! The sweet smelling aroma of newly baked pastries greeted us as my group walked in. The workers were all friendly and courteous, ready to assist or explain any inquiries.

Went to the Post Office today and spotted La Gourmadine across the street -- I had always heard really good things about this bakery and was surprised to see how few reviews it had!We were greeted immediately upon entering. When they found out it was our first time, they let us sample the croquettes which were amazing!! Unfortunately did not get a picture, but they were small, bite-sized, pockets of fluffy sweetness. Definitely a good first impression!They gave us some suggestions of some of their popular items. The almond croissant is their most popular, which they let us know was double baked. It was buttery and rich with toasted almonds on top and an almond filling inside. I can see why it's their most popular.Their second most popular was the croissant aux amandes with a chocolate and cream filling. I love chocolate, so I knew I had to try this one. The chocolate chips were the perfect complement to the croissant. This was my personal favorite.We loved everything we tried and would definitely come back! We ate our pastries before remembering to take pictures --oops! The people and the baked goods were great. Can't wait to come back and try some of their savory options.

Hello my dear earthlings, I would like to bring your esteemed attention to this French bakery in PA. I have had French pastries before but this is so far the best I had. My brother introduced this gem and whenever I visit him, this is my first stop. The staff is always very welcoming and friendly to have us there. All their pastries and croissants are so fresh and ready to go. It always smells heavenly inside this store and there is always a line to get their hands on these. So make sure to get there as early as possible. Our all time favorites are the Choco Almond croissant (Croissant aux amandes), Madeleine, and many others that I dont recall the names. If you are in the area and want some sweet treat, this is your place.

They provided our Wedding Cakes. Simply the best! Incredible variety and always fresh.