La Promesse Bake House — Restaurant in Hamilton

If you’ve been missing French-style bakeries in Hamilton, give La Promesse Bake House a try. While each pastry may seem a bit pricey, they’re quite filling—one is enough to satisfy your appetite.

I highly recommend the cheese sausage croissant and cinnamon roll, both featured in my photos. I generally avoid processed meats, including sausages, but I couldn’t resist the look of this one and decided to give it a try. Wow! The sausage is crispy on the outside and juicy inside. The filling is a little salty but full of flavor. It was a bit heavy for breakfast but left me completely satisfied. The cinnamon roll’s flavor might even make you hesitant to try similar pastries at other bakeries.

If you’re familiar with French-style pastries from places like BOUL’ANGE, MAISON KAYSER, or LE PAIN de Joël Robuchon, the style at this Hamilton bakery is relatively similar to that of MAISON KAYSER. And if you’re looking for the fragrance of French cultured butter, a super-crusty outer layer, and a chewy, elastic bread base, this place might not be the best fit.

However, there’s no doubt that it’s one of the rarest finds in a small town...

La Promesse Bakehouse is an absolute gem in the heart of Hamilton Central. Every bread and pastry in the shelf is baked fresh, and you can truly taste the care and craft in every bite. I’ve sampled most of their breads, and each one has been a delight—flavourful, perfectly textured, and the ideal companion to a good cup of coffee.

On my most recent visit, I ordered the pistachio swirl along with a flat white made with coconut milk, and the combination was simply divine. The swirl was rich, nutty, and delicately sweet, while the coffee was smooth and perfectly balanced.

From what I can tell, La Promesse feels like a family-run bakery, and their warmth shows in the exceptional customer service they provide. The staff are welcoming, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they serve.

The location is also a winner—cozy, quiet, and perfect for enjoying a peaceful breakfast. Whenever I have the chance, I love starting my day here. Whether you’re after a fresh bread to take home or a relaxing spot to enjoy coffee and pastries, La Promesse Bakehouse is well...

What a awesome new addition to Hamilton. The pastries looked almost too good to eat, really looked like an artwork of its own. I ordered a Apple and Cinnamon scroll, and it was to die for. It was so good I didn't even bother to offer a bite to my partner 😂 You can tell that everything was made with love, it was super cool to be able to see things getting made aswell! We also ordered 2 coffees (flatwhite and mocha) which were also just as great. The staff are really nice and the two young boys on the till were super friendly, it was really cool to see a family all working together. We...