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Normandie Bakery
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Normandie Bakery
8.1
A long-running West Adams French bakery-bistro where pâté, baguettes, and classic café plates anchor the menu. The kitchen leans traditional—croque monsieur, quiche Lorraine, duck confit—while the pastry case does the heavy lifting for repeat locals. Best for a daytime sit-down with strong execution on standards and reliable house baking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Croque Monsieur, Quiche Lorraine, Pain au Chocolat
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: French bistro plates paired with a true in-house pâtisserie and baguette program.
Who should go: Pastry lovers and classic French café fans.
When to visit: Late morning for freshest breads and a quiet table.
What to order: Croque monsieur, quiche Lorraine, fruit tart.
Insider tip: Ask what just came out of the oven—selection shifts fast.
Normandie Bakery
7.8
Old-school French bakery and café counter with a broad pastry case, baguettes, and simple sandwiches. The draw is the unfussy neighborhood feel paired with classics like fruit tarts and pain au chocolat. It’s more local workhorse than destination, but consistently satisfying.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pain au Chocolat, Fresh Fruit Tart, Pâté Campagne Sandwich
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Classic French pastries at everyday neighborhood prices.
Who should go: Morning pastry grabbers and casual lunchers.
When to visit: Early morning before the case thins out.
What to order: Pain au chocolat, fruit tart, pâté sandwich.
Insider tip: Their savory croques are a sleeper hit for lunch.