Not that I don’t wish utmost success upon them but I cannot have La Racette be so popular that they sell out before I get there…
The La Belle was so incredible- pistachio mousse, raspberry core, chocolate base, dipped in pistachio chocolate lived up to its description. They have a good variety of savory and sweet goods.
Their staff are so so lovely and friendly! I only wish they had metal utensils instead of plastic- it feels more fitting for an upscale patisserie and the quality of desserts they are putting out.
Not sure if the price justification is needed by anyone but I would like to draw a comparison to restaurant desserts, which would cost similar prices ($8-12) but maybe he a store bought or average skillet brownie, a scoop of ice cream, and a caramel drizzle. While desserts here consist of multiple elaborate components that are balanced in terms of flavor and texture 🙇♀️
Elaine Guevara
Feb 16, 2025
5
So excited to have made this find! Very hidden location but delicious pastries (good selection of savory as well as sweet), nice drinks, good service, lovely atmosphere, and reasonable price. Will be back soon!
Shreeya Manandhar
Feb 15, 2025
5
Omg I went here for the first time and we tried 3 things the strawberry tiramisu, the pistachio raspberry brownie and the lebneh Mediterranean pastry. I can't sing enough praises, not surprised by all 5 star reviews. Soo worth it.
Siera Nie
Feb 8, 2025
5
I recently ordered from La Recette Patisserie’s catering menu for my baby shower, and I couldn’t be more impressed! They were incredibly accommodating and patient with my requests, making the process seamless. The cake pops, mini cupcakes, and strawberries were absolutely delicious—seriously a huge hit with all the guests! Not only did they taste amazing, but they were also beautifully curated and crafted with such attention to detail. I received so many compliments and had to sneak a few for myself before they were all gone! I’m so grateful to have worked with them on such a special day. Highly recommend their bakery for any occasion and to stop by and have a treat, tea or coffee!
Hannah Brown Graham
Jan 11, 2025
5
Absolutely delicious. We tried the pistachio and raspberry brownie and a cake pop and both were incredible. The people working were kind and welcoming. Truly a hidden gem and worth the stop off the main road.
NSA
Dec 29, 2024
4
Lovely cafe with nice customer service.
entrance was at the back side of the building,for those who are not aware, keep turning !
decent pastries, my only complaint is the gel center in the cake was too hard and the filling on the crossaints light.
new flavors pop up occasionally
parking is available up front and flavors change every month
Helio Yanagita
Dec 22, 2024
5
Talk about a hidden gem. It is located on an inconspicuous plaza and on the back of the building, that no one would drive around unless you knew it. The pastries and sweets are super well thought, balanced and somewhat with a unique taste profile, Mediterranean perhaps? They are delicious! The owners are so sweet, super attentive and kind. I had a cardamom latte and was worried of the cardamom taste being too strong, but it was well balanced and I enjoyed the whole experience. Our area has so many good bakery/pastries/coffee shops, but this one totally worth the visit! I will be back!
Vernon Chiu
Nov 30, 2024
5
This place clearly does not need another 5 star review, but I'll give it one anyway. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. The desserts were fantastic. The chocolate mousse and the s'mores pastry were the favorites in the bunch. Would like to have tried more of the pastries but saving those for the next visit!
Jasmin N
Nov 13, 2024
5
This place is one of my favorite breakfast/treat spots. The pastries are beautifully decorated, fresh, and well thought out, the combination of flavors are innovative and delicious, the drinks are perfectly crafted. The last time I went, I had a pumpkin chocolate mousse and it was divine. 20/10 please give this place a try, you will not regret it!!!
The owners are also very sweet and attentive. Love stopping by to chat with them!
Gul
Nov 10, 2024
5
The desserts were amazing! The coffee was on point and I loved the aesthetic atmosphere! I will definitely be coming again!
Ambrose Faturoti
Nov 5, 2024
5
I have gotten the freshest pastries here, including knockout croissants, beautiful dessert creations that could be in a shop window in Paris, and most recently, a jaw-dropping birthday cake for my wife's birthday that was as visibly stunning as it was delicious. Staff are friendly and care a lot. 10/10 recommend!
L A
Aug 4, 2024
4
Would have give 4.5 if allows. Ordered rose latte, peach cobbler, almond croissant. Not too sweet which is great for me. Almond croissant is very crispy, probably baked more than common croissant. The peach cobbler looks very sweet, but it's not. The peaches add some flavor and texture to the pastry, which is great. The rose latte is just okay.
Emily Franey
Jul 7, 2024
5
Pretty tasty! I have somewhat high standards for flaky pastries and in most of my time living in Durham I couldn’t find any I really liked (I’d reserve my pastry stomach for visiting Boulted and Luccettegrace in Raleigh) but I recently popped back over to give this spot a try and glad I did!
As other people have noted, it’s located behind the rest of the storefronts of the strip that it’s in but there’s lots of free parking and once you’re inside it’s sooo cute. Very bright and welcoming feeling. The coffee was also good which is nooot always the case with bakeries 😆My favorite things I tried were definitely the peach danish and the black seed danish, which had cream cheese and honey 🤤
Mary Tripp
Jun 28, 2024
5
Fancy and delicious desserts! They make fancy European torte cakes to buy by the slice. French pastries , both sweet and savory. The food is out of the world! The coffee drinks are STRONG :), and middle-eastern tea lattes are delicious. This is in the back of a strip mall, but beautiful on the inside and reminiscent of a middle European cafe. Please try it!
