Cauffee Espresso Bar and Bakery — Restaurant in Au Gres

My number one spot for road trips back home up north. These ladies know their way around a latte and some baked goods.

I Remember as a kid I think this used to be a Halo Burger. It had changed hands over the over the decades but in my opinion, this iteration is by far the best use of the space and also indicative of what Au Gres has to offer. The pastries and snacks here are amazing, even varieties that I don't normally go out of my way for. My top recommendations would be the sea salt chocolate chip cookies that are always soft, and shortbreads. Shortbreads are so perfect and buttery you would assume they were imported directly from England. I usually get mine with one of their amazing London fogs. Chef's kiss! Their coffees and blends are heralded by many of my coffee nerd friends and family. Once I get them hooked, they always return. And if you are traveling with the dogs or have a few back at the summer cabin, the homemade dog treats are a must. The women inside are always fun and cordial. They can spill the tea with the locals while simultaneously chatting up and entertaining The travelers while still maintaining a professional manner and delivering your order quickly. The prices cannot be beat especially for the quality of what you're getting in return. There is limited space inside, just enough to place your order and step to the side. This is not an issue since the parking is right up to the building within a few feet at the entrance. There's the lovely shaded porch area in the front to enjoy your treats and sip your caffeine. Should you be in the surrounding area, heading out to the lake with a bay for some fishing, or live nearby this is a real...

Cute small coffee shop with a nice outdoor seating area (very small inside with no seating). Coffee was delicious and they had alternate options (We both got lattes, my mom got oat milk for hers). I tried a lemon bar because it's one of my favorites and it didn't disappoint - I loved the texture (I think there was coconut added, you couldn't really taste it but it gave it a pleasant alternate texture in the lemon layer) and the crust was a delicious shortbread. I like a strong, tart lemon - I could have used a little more tartness but that's a personal thing. It's still among the top lemon bars I've had. (warning: the display for them is soap, so don't let that deter to haha). My mom got the shortbread which is the classic circular loaf cut into trianlges and she loved it. They were out of many items, as people have mentioned before, but we came near closing time and it's a small shop! I would recommend to go early if you have something...

This review has multiple sections. I had a crème brûlée and my gal had a peppermint mocha. Absolutely awesome coffees. I’m not a coffee drinker but this drink makes me want coffee more often. It tastes just like the dessert.

Also, the donut muffin is heavenly. It’s dense like a fry cake, crumbly like a delicious muffin, but tastes like coffee cake. I just want all of them.

The pecan bar….I want this as a pie. When warmed up, the middle has a texture with the crisp top of pecans and has such a unique taste. Not too sweet like most pecan treats. Almost seemed like it had the flaky balaclava style pastry

My gal had the cheese danish and also just delicious. Flaky pastry and had the right amount of preserve and icing on top.

I’m glad this place is back open and just crushing it under the...