Fol Epi — Restaurant in Victoria

When everything you touch turns to gold it's hard to believe the downtown location had to close. There is nobody that does it better than you beautiful people with Fol Epi.

Fol Epi has been, for a long time, the reference point of excellence by which I measure every bakery. The owner has exceptional standards for everything but most evidently, for flavour - Perfect seasoning, luxurious richness, flaky perfection and an array of sweet and salty that will knock your socks off. This isn't your bargain-bin bakery looking to trade max calories for your malaised dollars - this is the GOLD standard for quality, flavour, passion and skill - a match made in heaven.

Fall into this Frenchman's dream knowing that you're in the hands of a master whose attention to detail lets nothing slip into the ever-present ordinary and who holds each one of his creations high, high above the clouds, somewhere in the light, fit for an angel, yours to behold.

We are blessed xo

Today I got what I thought would be a simple muffin and shared a breakfast sandwich with my wife, and held back from their All-Star line up of pastries, just a simple muffin and ready to grab breakfast sandwich. And the taste? Texture? It was perfection, of course... How silly of me... they're ALL Stars and Fol Epi is, as is has been since it's beginning, the Undisputed champion.

Thank you...

Great little bakery, especially for those looking for something extra special.

Highlights: Outdoor seating Fresh Nice bike lane route nearby

Things to consider: Parking

Went with some friends, and I'm glad they took me here. It's right behind a coffee shop, which is quite convenient. Can't go wrong with baked goods and coffee.

Got the small pizzas to share, which was very kindly heated up for us. The pizza was good, it had a nice little crust that had a nice crisp. The topping/crust ratio was also good; I didn't feel like I was just eating a Flatbread. I also got myself a loaf of whole wheat sourdough bread (I think I got that right). My husband likes bread that have a bit more substance, so it delivered on that requirement.

They do have spacious outdoor seating, as their indoor seating is limited to a small table and some bar stools. Which, with nice weather right now is really inviting.

I just regret not taking...

Had lunch at this little out of the way spot today and it was awesome. I enjoyed a house made brisket and red cabbage sauerkraut sandwich with a homemade grainy mustard served on ciabatta bread. The brisket was thinly sliced and the mustard and sauerkraut were perfect compliments. The bread was fresh and crisp. This bakery is meticulous in its detail, and the decor makes you feel as though you have stepped back in time looking at the natural rock and red brick which forms part of the bread oven. Old school French charm and flavour abound. I highly recommend. They didn't offer much in the way of beverages other than coffee or tap water but their baked goods are to-die-for so they can be forgiven for the lack of cold drinks. Give them a try, if you enjoy French bakeries, you won't be...