Anton Ego
I walked in with high expectations. The photos online promised indulgence, clarity, and care the kind that makes a bakery feel welcoming before a word is spoken. Unfortunately, no word was spoken. I was not greeted, nor asked if I needed help. Assistance only came after I initiated it myself. Even then, the experience felt distant. The display cases are spread far apart, and when I had questions, I found myself pointing and describing items from across the room. No one walked over to show, explain, or guide an odd choice in a space built around visual temptation and curiosity. I came in hoping for something simple: a vanilla macaron. What I found instead was a menu heavily weighted toward vegan options and earthy flavor profiles. There is nothing wrong with that if that is your mission. But it required me to ask about four different items before finding something that aligned with my taste. Guidance would have made all the difference here. What I did end up ordering was good. The pastry delivered, and I won’t take that away from the kitchen. The coffee, however, did not. I took a few sips and left the rest behind. The most concerning issue was the bathroom. I visited in the morning, yet it was filthy, and the door would not shut properly. I had to force it closed with my body just to get it to lock. Cleanliness and basic functionality should never be in question especially at the start of the day. There is talent here, and potential. But bakeries rely on warmth, guidance, and standards. Without those, even good desserts struggle to leave a lasting impression. — Anton Ego
