Renaud's Bakery — Restaurant in La Cañada Flintridge

First of all, it was not advertised as being inside of Gelsons. Now I’m not sure if the bakery owner is a small business or if it’s under the supermarket, but the pastries leave much to be desired. The macarons tasted like they’ve been sitting in a musty fridge, and the tarts as well! The chocolate did not taste fresh, nor did the pastries! Also, I went a couple of hours before their closing about dinner time, and he was already shutting down and turning lights off! I asked for a cup of ice, and he didn’t even bother to top it off, that’s after spending 10 dollars on 2 macarons and 1 tart! I’m not sure if I’d recommend, might give it a try again, might now....

The team at Renaud’s truly takes the cake , especially Matt (Matthew) . He consistently goes above and beyond to answer my many questions! and always asks if there’s anything else he can do to make sure I have a perfect cup of iced coffee! Matt loves his work and it’s palpable!! It’s remarkable how much positivity he brings to the bakery and I am truly grateful to be treated so amazingly no matter how small my purchase is! I never visit Pasadena without visiting this bakery and the reason is obvious ! The team is a true true delight each and every time . Dependable and they deliver EXCEPTIONAL...

Walk into Gelson’s in LaCanada Flintridge, turn left... and you’ll instantly know you are somewhere special. Renaud's Patisserie with its brightly lit cases - with rows and rows of magnificent desserts and confections of the highest level. There are large and small versions of several signature desserts. I recommend the tarts, macaroons, croissants and the single serving size of “Decadent”... a dark chocolate flourless sponge with a dark chocolate mousse and chocolate glaze. ...