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The Ivy Bakery - Dolce Isola
Master Critic Reviews (3 Lists)
The Ivy Bakery - Dolce Isola
8.1
A sunny neighborhood bakery-café known for well-laminated croissants, polished French pastries, and a light brunch/lunch menu that locals treat as an everyday stop. The pastry case is the headliner, but savory plates and gelato make it an easy linger spot for a casual meet-up.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butter Croissant, Pain au Chocolat, Seasonal Fruit Tart
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: French-style viennoiserie and patisserie paired with a relaxed Westside café rhythm.
Who should go: Pastry lovers and casual brunch regulars.
When to visit: Weekday mornings for best selection.
What to order: Butter croissant, pain au chocolat, fruit tart trio.
Insider tip: Arrive early—popular viennoiserie often sells out before noon.
The Ivy Bakery - Dolce Isola
8.1
A polished French-style bakery cafe with croissants, tartines, and espresso drinks that make for an easy, elegant breakfast. The pastry program is the headliner, with a calm sit-down nook for lingering mornings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Almond Croissant, Jambon Beurre Sandwich, Seasonal Fruit Tart
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: French bakery breakfast with reliable pastry execution.
Who should go: Pastry-first breakfast people.
When to visit: Weekend mornings for full pastry selection.
What to order: Almond croissant, tartine, jambon beurre.
Insider tip: Arrive early—favorites sell out fast.
The Ivy Bakery - Dolce Isola
8.0
A polished bakery-cafe with French-leaning pastries and a compact brunch menu of omelettes, benedicts, and gelato for the sweet finish. It’s a bright, euro-casual spot where the pastry case is as much the draw as the plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Eggs Benedict, Breakfast Croissant Sandwich, House Gelato
Scores:
Value: 7.1
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Bakery-first brunch with French classics and standout gelato.
Who should go: Pastry people and light-brunch grazers.
When to visit: Mid-morning for full pastry selection.
What to order: Benedict, croissant sandwich, gelato.
Insider tip: Split savory brunch then grab pastries to go.