Bakery Nouveau

4737 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, United States
$$$ Bakery
(1753 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Step into Bakery Nouveau, a cherished gem nestled in the heart of West Seattle at 4737 California Ave SW. This bakery is renowned for its artisanal approach to pastries and baked goods, making it a must-visit for locals and tourists alike. With a menu that marries rich, buttery textures with delightful flavors, Bakery Nouveau is perfect for breakfast seekers and dessert lovers alike.

The bakery's offerings are a true testament to the art of pastry-making. Start your day with one of their exquisite breakfast pastries, such as the Ham and Cheese Croissant. This savory delight features layers of Black Forest ham and Swiss cheese, accented with a luscious béchamel sauce, all encased in flaky croissant dough. For those craving something more vegetable-centric, the Spinach Croissant is an impeccable choice, boasting housemade creamed spinach and creamy feta. And if you're in the mood for an all-day breakfast, look no further than the Junction Croissant, filled with a hearty blend of scrambled eggs, ham, and bacon that promises to satisfy your morning cravings.

But Bakery Nouveau is not just a breakfast destination; their desserts are equally irresistible. Featuring custom options like Vanilla Butter Cake, Carrot Cake, and an assortment of Parisian-style macarons, there's something for everyone. Each macaroon is crafted with premium almond flour and meringue, filled with flavors ranging from classic dark chocolate ganache to adventurous lavender ganache or tart yuzu. These ethereal two-bite treats are perfect for a sweet snack or as a thoughtful gift.

The bakery’s ambiance beautifully complements its food. Though the space is on the cozy side, it evokes a charming and intimate feel, perfect for grabbing a delicious treat. Patrons often rave about the friendly and attentive staff, enhancing the overall experience with their upbeat attitudes and excellent customer service. However, be prepared — on busy days, the line can stretch out the door! But don't let that deter you; most reviews indicate that the wait is more than worth it.

Customers like Maddie F. and Victoria H. have expressed their delight in returning for the beautifully crafted danishes, while Angelina Rusk highlights the warm, family-friendly atmosphere enhanced by complimentary treats for young visitors. Whether you’re popping in for a quick pastry or indulging in a leisurely afternoon of treats, Bakery Nouveau caters to all, ensuring every customer leaves with a smile and a sweet delicacy in hand.

In a world brimming with bakeries, Bakery Nouveau stands out for its commitment to quality, flavor, and customer service. It’s a place where each bite tells a story of dedication and passion, making it a beloved spot for all who venture into West Seattle. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy this delightful bakery — it's truly a testament to the beauty of baked goods.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
In-store pick-up for online orders
Has in-store shopping
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
No delivery
No same-day delivery
Offerings
Serves coffee
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Planning
Good for quick visit
Payments
Accepts cheques
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid street parking
Openings Hours
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Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

1753 Reviews
Maddie F.

17 Sep 2025

*UPDATE* I did end up coming back again, we tried again the Pear Danish, Apple Danish and a BLT Sandwich. Both of the danishes were amazing. 10/10. The BLT sandwich was good after we heated the bread a bit. Hard to eat when the bread isn't warm as it's quite dense. We would definitely return for the danishes! Overall Rating: 4/5 (7.5/10) Recently wanted some pastries while in Seattle and heard of this spot! Walking in it was a small quaint cafe with only a few tables, which was fine. We were intending to leave with our product anyway! Large selection of Macarons, danishes, croissants, cookies, and more. We selected a strawberry pistachio cake slice, a chocolate covered Madeline, a honey pecan scones, and a pear Danish. I will say it felt a little rushed getting through the line, but it was 9am and they were busy. It just made it hard to get a good look at everything, if we had more time I think we would have chosen different or more options. We got to the car and opened the strawberry pistachio slice, it was good, however way too sweet for my liking, unfortunately couldn't finish it. The Madeline was good! But a bit more dense than we were use to. The scone was for a friend, they really enjoyed it (it smelled and looked good) and last the pear Danish was for my boyfriend. I stole a bite and that was the star of the show! Amazing Danish. I will return again to try other items in the future.

Kevin Sherer

02 Sep 2025

Everything here is great. My favorites are the macrons and either the savory or twice-baked almond croissants. This is a take your meal and go place, there isn't a lot of seating in the bakery.

Victoria H

08 Aug 2025

Bakery Nouveau is an absolute Seattle and Seattle area bakery! I am so fortunate to live in West Seattle and have a location next to me! The staff is always really nice and they all provide excellent customer service and they are always upbeat from my experience. The space at the West Seattle location is kind of small and the line can get long, so sometimes they have you line up outside. The space feels very much like a cozy traditional bakery/cafe. I enjoy the decor of the space. The food is absolutely delicious! I love their desserts, which are totally premium quality! They also sell sandwiches and bread, but I have only ever had their desserts. They sell coffee as well for a little pick me up! My favorite desserts are the tiramisu and the mocha chocolate cheesecake. Both of those items are incredible. My wife enjoys the pistachio cake that they make. I also enjoy the Paczki that they make. Paczki is a polish donut. They don’t always have it on regular basis, but when they do, it’s amazing! Overall, I highly recommend Bakery Nouveau if your looking to satisfy your dessert craving, or if you’re just looking for some coffee or lunch type of food!

Danielle Raso

06 Aug 2025

I love a cute bakery. The service was decent here and the atmosphere very very cute. Ultimately we just felt the taste and texture of all three things we ordered was just a little bit off. The turkey croissant sandwich so so mustardy, the chicken salad croissant extremely sweet, and the strawberry mini slice was good but was very sweet and the bottom was so hard it was impossible to get your fork into it. Maybe too frozen/cold? We enjoyed our breakfast but if you're like a fancy baker connoisseur I'm not sure this is your stop. However i would try different stuff because the croissant texture was great and that can be hard to get right. It also cost us like $40 for those three items as well but that's kinda Seattle standard

Angelina Rusk

03 Aug 2025

Croissants are probably in my top 3 favorite foods so I knew I had to go here on our trip to Seattle! We LOVED it. We got probably 7-8 different pastries/croissants and all were amazing. The employees were SO kind to my young family and gave us a free bag of cookies as we left. Can’t wait to go back!

Jas G

30 Jul 2025

I love this bakery. I've come here a few times and gotten different things. The pastries and food are decadent and light. They taste fresh and are genuinely worth trying. It's a really small and quaint place, it can be cramped when busy but I think it's cozy. Definitely give this place a try if you want a fresh tasting treat.

Olga Kovalenko

19 Jul 2025

Friendly and helpful staff and tasty pastries and strong coffee I would say this is a grab and go type of place. The line is pretty long though it moves fast. While there are tables inside, it does get pretty loud Took me some time to find it as I couldn’t see the sign with the name outside Took me a while to find it though as I could

Alice Lee

11 Jul 2025

This is a very special bakery with so many delicious options, it’s almost impossible to choose. We focused on the croissant case and tried the twice baked almond, twice baked chocolate, the onion and mushroom, the junction (like a baked breakfast croissant with egg, cheese, bacon). We also got a quiche Lorraine which was silky interior with a delicate crust. The Junction and quiche were our favorites with the onion mushroom croissant a close runner up. Our only disappointment was their drip coffee. They serve it with ice cold milk which made the coffee lukewarm. :-( Brazilian cafes have thermos filled with hot milk - wish we would have that catch on here. We will definitely return to try some of the cakes, bread and chocolates.

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