Jean-Marc Chatellier’s French Bakery
213 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15209
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Address :
213 North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA, 15209 - Phone (412) 821-8533
- Website https://jeanmarcchatellier.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :Closed
- Mon : Closed
Tue
Specialities
- Delivery : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : No
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Julia S.
I am a big fan! We've ordered several cakes from here and every single time, it gets rave reviews. I've had family members from Ohio ask to pick up a cake from here! Our go-to cake is the white cake with raspberry. My goodness. The cake is always always moist and the raspberry center has a hint of tartness and sweetness that is balanced out with the fresh cream. The cream frosting is my favorite. Usually, I scrape the frosting off other cakes because i hate the gross greasy after feel I get in the back of my tongue and throat. Not this one! This frosting is juuuuuust right. Correct sweetness, freshness and lightness. Just perfect. This visit we got two cakes. One with raspberry and one with strawberry. We've had the raspberry before but wanted to try something different too. Also, it seemed ridiculous to get two raspberry cakes :) Must say, I'm still the raspberry fan. The strawberry was slices of fresh strawberry which merely presented a faint hint of strawberry taste. The raspberry on the other hand, is a raspberry jelly type of filling. Much more flavorful than slices of strawberries. Just my opinion. Both were still delicious nonetheless.
(5)Joseph L.
maracron realness. everything else is amazing too. Even if you get there late and not much is left, you're still gonna be happy!!
(5)Kathryn F.
The macaroons ... just salivating thinking about them. The loaves of bread are made fresh daily ... get there early. The owner replicated my parent's wedding cake from a photograph for their 40th anniversary ... delicious and beautiful This bakery is a huge asset to the Millvale community.
(5)Arlene M.
Another neighborhood hidden gem I found today in Millvale. There is much construction in the area once you exit Route 28 and get onto Lincoln Ave. I was able to bypass all of it and turn left onto North Ave. There is metered parking on that street and again I was able to secure a spot. The bakery is very small but it shows its French authenticity by displaying an Eiffel Tower inside. There is no indoor seating. It is pretty much order and go. They have added to their selection quiche with two desserts for $23.00. Since I had heard so much about the Kouign amani, I ordered one for myself and one for my best friend who was at work. I asked them to box it for me which they did so it would retain its freshness. I also decided to order a dozen macaroons and split in half so both of us could sample some of the different varieties. I ordered for us raspberry balsamic, rose raspberry, vanilla bean, lemon, chocolate, and marzipan. The lady told me that they can be refrigerated but to take them out and put them at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating. They also had samples of the Breton cake so I tried one and it was melt in your mouth goodness. Again I purchased one of these to split with her since you can eat it as is or put various toppings of your choice on it. They Breton cake is basically known as French shortbread and sells for $8.00. A dozen macaroons sell for $19.00 which is a bit cheaper than purchasing individually. The rest of the baked goods were refrigerated that included almond tortes, eclairs, sliced cakes as well as multiple servings of dessert pastries. You can call and order ahead if you know specifically what you wish to purchase. I completed my purchase and returned to my car to eat the kouign amani. It was light and flaky and of course messy since I forgot to grab a napkin when I left. However, it was one of the best pastries I ever tasted!! I am saving the macaroons for another day but I'm sure I won't be disappointed in my choice. This is also a great French bakery tucked away in Millvale. I'm sure my friend will want to check it out once I give her the items I bought for her and would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to try a piece of Paris!
(5)Katherine C.
Based on previous reviews, I pedaled myself all the way out to Millvale to try this bakery out. I also decided to follow in bakery queen Laura M's footsteps and get the same thing: a kouign amann ($2.75) and a half-dozen macarons ($10, which is not bad for Pittsburgh). These were good life decisions. Kouign amann (pronounced queen amahn): this little beauty hit all the right notes for me. I enjoyed the just-sweet-enough sprinkles of sugar, the light and airy interior, and the crisp chewy outside. Macarons: I chose the vanilla bean, pistachio, salted caramel, marzipan, lavender poppy, and espresso flavors. Having eaten and baked many macarons before myself, I can safely say that Jean-Marc's are great examples of what they should be! The flavors were delicious (I think salted caramel was my favorite), and there was just the right amount of filling. While crisp on the very outside, the insides were soft and chewy. Appearance-wise, they were smooth and mostly free of bubbles, and they had those characteristic macaron "feet." Can't wait to sample more of what they've got!
(5)Laura M.
As the resident bakery queen of PGH, Jean Marc's bakery has been on my to visit list for at least a year, ever since seeing the favorable reviews on Yelp and the segment by Rick Sebak on It's Pittsburgh. As a denizen of the East End, Millvale isn't exactly convenient to me, but I do pass through the riverfront park there regularly on one of my longer bike routes. This past Sat., I finally decided to make a slight detour into town to check it out, and I'm so glad that I did! Having perused the other reviews, I knew that there were two things that this bakery was known for: the kouign amann and the macarons. Thus, I decided to pick up one of the former ($2) and half a dozen of the latter ($10). For the latter, I chose the following flavors: chocolate, Nutella, raspberry balsalmic, lavender poppy, lemon, and peanut butter and jelly. The shop was pretty small, but there weren't too many people there at the time that I stopped by (11am), and the woman serving me was friendly. After having chosen my treats, I headed over to the park to consume them. I'll preface my evaluation by admitting that I've never had either kouign amann or macarons before. Having said that, they were both absolutely divine! The kouign amann, which is a buttery puff pastry, had a great balance of flavors (sweet and rich) and textures (light and flaky). As for the macarons, all of them melted in my mouth with minimal mastication, and the fillings added a burst of moistness and flavor. The only one that seemed a bit too delicately flavored to me was the lavender poppy. However, a friend who I split it with said she could taste both flavors distinctly, so perhaps that's just my palate (after all, they are both delicate flavors!). Needless to say, I was enamored with the baked goods I sampled at Jean Marc. I look forward to returning to try some of their other more general baked goods (chocolate mousse cake, lemon curd, etc.). While the macarons may seem expensive, they're actually almost a dollar less each than those of one of their competitors in Squirrel Hill if you buy a half dozen. If you happen to be headed in the direction of Millvale, Jean Marc is well worth a stop to satisfy the sweet tooth!
(5)Amy S.
There is a reason that every review for Jean-Marc's I've read is 4 or 5 stars, mostly 5 stars. This place CAN'T BE BEAT. The butter croissants are well.....there really are no words to describe how good they are. Get there in the morning, the croissants go fast!! The Paris Brest is my favorite pastry, every time my boyfriend goes he buys a Breton cake. It's a shortbread cake, not a cake cake. SO good. Last time I was there I got a kouign-amann. Yeah I don't know how to pronounce it either, but it was sooooooooooooooooooooo good!! It's the best bakery in Pittsburgh in my opinion and I've frequented many a bakery!!
(5)Kristy Y.
Love this place :) always come down here whenever I'm in Pittsburgh! Best traditional macarons I've had in the city. Soft, even after refrigeration with a crispy shell. Always get the vanilla and pistachio here. They even have marzipan flavors and seasonal flavors. About $9 for 6 and $18 for a dozen. A bit pricy but well worth it in this place. Parking is easy and super cheap in millvale. However, the colors are artificial but the flavors are not!
(5)Stacie C.
Okay, I'll admit it, sometimes I can be wrong. One morning, craving some pastries, I decided to head back to Jean-Marc's. I got a few croissants and a few sweet treats for later. I've been back a few times since and when I want a croissant, this has been my first stop. Part of the reason I've added a star might be because, with the addition of a few good breweries, Millvale has grown on me. It may also have something to do with Rick Sebak's "The Joys of Millvale" reminding me how much Millvale has to offer. The small town feel and friendly attention given by local businesses is something special and there's no lack of that here. The bakery itself is a little small and when more than two or three customers are browsing for baked goods, it can start to get crowded. Some of the items are a tad on the pricey side for my taste, but they're comparable to any other bakery around town. But what you get is good quality, all made by one man, fresh every day like he's been doing for decades. Add a smiling face behind the counter, and okay, you got me, I'll be back for more.
(4)Jay B.
For a small place they pack in the people. They have a nice selection of pastries the macaroons are a little cheaper then other French bakeries around.
(4)Erica P.
Disclaimer: I've only had the macarons and cannot comment on their other desserts. I puchased that macarons in April for my wedding based on the reviews here, and they certainly did not disappoint! We received rave reviews from our wedding guests; and the service at the bakery could not have been better. I felt compelled to write this review after recently visting France. I could not find a macaron in all of Paris that matched up to these! Simply outstanding!
(5)Ben E.
Pure awesomeness. I never thought I would be able to have a real French croissant in the US. I'm so thrilled. Also, haven't had Gateau Breton since I was a kid and this too was exactly how I remembered it!! You rock Marc!
(5)Frances H.
This is the BEST bakery in the city of Pgh....I moved to Florida and crave the Nut Bread and pastries....they stopped mail orders a while ago, so I am at the mercy of family and friends.....You never realize what you have until you move away..... LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Jean Marc Chatelliers French Bakery!!
(5)Caitlin T.
I wish I could live on Jean-Marc's macarons. Seriously incredible. We have had Jean-Marc cakes for multiple special occasions, and they are always fantastic. His buttercream is to die for...actually, everything here is to die for.
(5)Rebecca K.
Stopped here for the very first time today. Of note millvale is adorable! Street parking was a breeze- bring your quarters though. The small shop was packed and we quickly picked out three flavors of macaroons. The marzipan was our favorite for its texture- crispy on the outside and rich in the middle. The Nutella and salty caramel were also delicious- but didn't have the same crispness- much more chewy. Can't wait to go back and try more.
(4)Jason A.
I learned of this place from watching Rick Sebak's program, "The Joys of Millvale" on WQED (for those not familiar with Pittsburgh, that's Pittsburgh's PBS affiliate - they gave the world Mr. Rogers). Everything looked so delicious on the show that I knew I had to go see this place in person. So, on the way back from the Pittsburgh Mills, I stopped by Millvale and went and found it. Millvale is a quaint little suburb, and the street where Jean-Marc's is located is, as well. You will feel like you had driven back in time to the first half of the 20th Century. It was a Saturday afternoon. The street was relatively busy, but I found metered parking right across the street from the bakery. A Quarter got me an hour of parking, which was way more than I needed, because the service was friendly and efficient. I walked into the little bakery. Immediately, I saw Jean-Marc behind the counter near the cash register, assisting some other customers. He was not the one who helped me, but it is just nice to see the owner and baker in the place, especially when he's helping people. The lady behind the counter directly in front of me finished up with the customer ahead of me, looked me in the eye, and asked how she could help me. I told her that I was here for some Macarons. She asked me if i wanted a dozen or a half dozen. I looked at the prices and decided on a half dozen. Then she asked me what flavors I wanted. This was not an easy decision, because they have so many, and they all sounded delicious. I opted for Peanut Butter and Jelly, Marzipan, Lemon, Raspberry, Mango Passion Fruit, and Nutella. She boxed them up for me, I paid, and five minutes after parking my car, I was on my way. I was supposed to come here with a friend, but since I made a spontaneous decision to stop by alone, I promised her I would save her one or three Macarons. Well, the whole half-dozen made it home alright. But later that afternoon, I got hungry and wanted a snack. So, I decided to try one. I soon discovered that just eating one is not possible. They were so sweet and light and fluffy, and they melted deliciously right in my mouth. The six of them lasted only a couple of minutes. I guess I'll just have to go back for more and try some of their delicious Palmiers (Elephant Ears, basically)! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! If I ever get married, it would have to be a woman who is willing to get our wedding cake from here, because that is a deal breaker!
(5)Tiffany B.
I've never eaten anything here that wasn't absolutely fabulous. Very authentic and delishious. They often run out of the popular items, but will hold things for you if you call and ask.
(5)J G.
I love this place. Best croissants in the Burgh and the Kouign Amans are to die for. Formidable! Mon dieu!
(5)Lane M.
This place is pretty special... the fresh raspberry cake is always a hit. You will hear alot of 'where did you get that cake?'.
(5)Tricia B.
Back in college many moons ago, I traveled around France for a few weeks during a summer break. I'm not a fan of French food, so the entire time I was there I pretty much subsisted on pain au chocolates, croissants, baguettes, and macarons. Let me tell you, the pastries you can get at Jean Marc's are just as good as the ones I ate in France. Actually, these pastries are BETTER, because you don't have to hop on a plane to get them! The croissants are buttery and flaky, with just that right amount of chewy bounce when you bite into them. The danishes are equally flaky with a perfect amount of filling. And the macarons -- ohhh, they are dessert bliss, with a wonderfully sweet, crispy shell and soft center. I've never had a treat here that I didn't love -- the kouign amanns, the sacristans, the tarts -- it's just all SO GOOD. In addition to loving the pastries here, I love the humble storefront and the fact that it's in a less trendy neighborhood (for the record, I think Millvale is adorable!). I always feel like I'm visiting a hidden gem when I go here, even though I know that the secret about this place has definitely been out for a long time! The whole vibe of this shop is just so rustic and quaint and wonderful. Pittsburgh is very lucky to have Jean Marc's! I'm just glad that I don't live within walking distance of this place, or I would have a serious problem.
(5)Anne W.
This is a really good bakery! I learned about this place from a Pittsburgh native otherwise I would not have thought to come to Millvale. It is not a fancy place but is comfortable and accessible. Even though they have a few tables/benches and serve coffee, this is not a good place to sit down and eat the pastries. The prices are reasonable and there are samples (which are delicious). I have tried the croissants, kouign amann, macarons, and cakes. I personally prefer the croissants at La Gourmandine, but I love the macarons and cakes at Jean-Marc. The macarons are beautiful and come in a variety of lovely flavors that include floral ones like lavender poppy and rose. The cakes are light and fluffy- not too sweet but are so, so good. I only gave it 4 stars because it is not an addicting place. I don't crave the pastries, but I do find myself coming back.
(4)Rachael C.
I came for the macarons, and they ended up being hit and miss as far as flavor. I will say the texture and feel were right on, however a few flavors were so-so. The vanilla was quite muted, the strawberry tasted artificial, and the rose macarons had way too much rose. I felt like someone had just sprayed perfume in my mouth with each bite. Overall it is a cute little place and inviting, but for me I expected more based on the reviews. I am glad I came, but will keep on my trek for the perfect macarons
(3)Rachel C.
The croquettes were so good! So we're the croissants, baugettes, strawberry not so éclairs, and OH MANGO PASSION FRUIT MACARONS!!
(5)Jason P.
Excellent kouign aman. Crunchy, croissant-like crust with a thin caramelized sugar coating the bottom for a sweet & savory flavor. Almond croissant is a bit different from what I'm used to. The pastry dough has been shaped into a bowl to contain a custard topped with almond slices.
(4)Jason F.
I stopped by here this past Saturday morning with my girlfriend for a snack. Our original plan did not include this side trip but after my girlfriend read a few yelp reviews we decided to stop by. The outside of the shop is unassuming and the inside looks much what you would think a bakery would. There are display cases with baked goods everywhere and they even have quite a few samples to try. After looking everything over I decided to get an espresso macaroon and croissant while my girlfriend went with a hazelnut something and salted caramel macaroon. I tried my macaroon first and found it to be good but nothing above average. Then I tried my girlfriends macaroon and boy was it good. Salty, sweet and savory all packed into such a tiny package. My girlfriend being the nice person that she is traded me the rest of her macaroon for mine and I was a happy guy. After the macaroons were gone I was eager to dig into my croissant and it did not disappoint. The outside was flaky, delicate and buttery while the inside was soft and chewy making a perfect combination. The bottom line for me is that I would head here again in the future. I am actually looking forward to trying more of their macaroons, especially the lavender poppy!
(5)Carrie T.
It really doesn't get much better than Jean-Marc's! He has the best croissant I've had outside of France. And the best (gluten-free) macarons in the city. I want to click my heels three times and go there right now!
(5)Russ T.
I am about the furthest thing from a Francophile... BUT THIS PLACE IS AMAZING!!!! The macaroons are what draws a large part of the crowd, and that is because they are sensational. That was my primary purpose for going, until I tried some of the bread. Best bread and pastries in the city hands down. Beyond that, the magic hand of the baker makes better pastries that I have had anywhere across Europe. This shop is a regional treasure and should be celebrated in our city. PS - Get there early. Sometimes selections are thinned out by 9am. Prices could be 4x what they are now and still sell out.
(5)Ashlynn R.
I will go nowhere else from now on for baked goods! The ladies that helped me out there today were so friendly, patient, warm and helpful. I love that. The kouign amann is the best thing I have ever eaten and I could eat it all day, every day. They're sweet, buttery perfection! The macarons are worth every penny, probably worth more! I tried the salted caramel and lemon and savored every bit. There is no word to describe how amazingly delicious these cookies are. Believe it or not, there are more downstairs. They're calling my name and I'm having a terrible time resisting the temptation to run down there and devour every crumb! We also tried a sample of the raspberry cake. No other cake will ever compare to that. Ever. I can't wait to go back and pick up more!
(5)Julie D.
At no time on my drive to visit Jean-Marc Chatellier's French Bakery, did I feel like I was traveling to a wonderful French bakery. Millvale is a whole 'nother world. I must have been out of my mind for traveling to this part of town for a little self-indulgence. Once inside the shop, I felt a little bit better. And everything here looked so delicious. It was very hard to make a decision as to what I should get! The people that work here are so nice! Even the other customers were very friendly, pointing out the good stuff. I decided to pick up some of their French macarons. I've been on a kick lately. The more macarons, the better! I also picked up some of their cheese croissants and an apple tartlet. Turns out, everything I got here was very good. The macarons were near perfection. The croissants were very good. And the apple tartlet was amazing. I should have gotten more than one. The best apple tartlet ever. Pretty to look at, even better to devour. Even BJ loved it! I think I will have to come back for another visit. Real soon!
(4)Kea H.
I was not at impressed with the Macaroons. The flavor was not as "fresh" as I would have like. The saving grace at time was the Breton. Burnt Almond torte was ok.
(3)B D.
I used to live in Pittsburgh & come back here every time I visit. Quaint shop in Millvale. Always delicious. Light, buttery, scrumptious croissants. Chocolate croissants are to die for. Macaroons are fantastic. Jean Marc makes the best key lime pie that I have ever had. It's fresh, made with real key limes and has a homemade graham cracker crust. I highly recommend a visit to this bakery.
(5)Lauren K.
Clearly the best cake in Pittsburgh. The quality and texture of their cakes, their fillings (the raspberry mousse is incredible), their buttercreams and ganaches is outstanding. Macarons, truffles, and croissants are also excellent. I would go here everyday if I could!
(5)Jenny B.
Most bakeries will have one or two things that are amazing, and then a bunch of mediocre stuff that they don't sell a lot of but that fills their cases. At Jean Marc's, every single thing I've ever tried has been AMAZING. The macarons, the cakes, the shortbread...seriously, it's the best. My favorite thing here are the salted caramel macarons, but I can't emphasize enough that EVERYTHING is good! The girls at the counter are always friendly, and there are usually samples of different baked goods out as well. Definitely give it a try!!
(5)Brennan K.
I noticed that this kept popping up as the #1 food place in all of Pittsburgh. I live close by and decided to stop in yesterday just to try some macarons. Long story short, Laduree and Pierre Herme have absolutely NOTHING on Jean-Marc. I have said enough, the macarons speak for themselves. I think I shall make another trip later this week to try some other baked goods, which I am sure are just as sumptuous.
(5)Marni K.
Holy mackerel! Or should I say Holy Vanilla Croissant! This place is out-of-this-world delicious. I cannot remember ever going to a bakery this good in the US, and possibly even when I was actually in France. I'd highly recommend the recommend the raspberry cake, the vanilla croissant mentioned earlier, and - perhaps above all else - the Kouign Amann. I remember having a pastry similiar to the last one often on the way to class from a french bakery while I lived in London and I never thought I'd find anything like that here again. So good! A part of me is really happy that this place is a bit of a drive from where I live. Otherwise, it could be dangerous.
(5)Isabelle C.
One day I got bored and I decided to go on a mini self-guided tour of Pittsburgh bakery (I went to Vanilla pastry studio, La Gourmandine Bakery and Jean-Marc Chatellier's French Bakery.) I got French fresh raspberry cake and cupcakes(oreos, peanut butter and butter cream). I had a mouth-gasm with the fresh raspberry cake and I really like those cupcakes as well, peanut butter one in particular-cupcakes are not dry like some other places and makes me want to stuff the whole thing when no one is looking. Price is really good as well, but they had $10 minimum charge on card(it did not matter that much bc I easily spent well over $10 anyway).
(5)Kim V.
The best croissants in town and the ONLY bakery to get Kouign-Amann!! What is a Kouign-amann you ask? It's a croissant raised to the doughnut power!! Sweet, buttery, flaky perfection in every single bite! Can't wait to go back!
(5)Danielle P.
Do you want to know how good Jean-Marc's naturally gluten-free macarons are? I am (moderately) ALLERGIC TO EGGS and I popped a benadryl and ate 3 of those luscious delights. Yup. That's how good they are. Now, I don't make this a regular thing, but let me tell you... it is worth being sick over. The salted caramel is my absolute favorite and I am a mega chocolate lover. It even trumps the chocolate for me. The nutella macaron is a close second and then the espresso. There are a variety of flavors and if I could, I would try them all. I have not had any other items from here because I am 100% gluten free as well as a million other things, but if this bubble girl who is allergic to everything will eat a macaron from this bakery, you know it must be good!! Do yourself a favor and make the trip to Jean-Marc Chatellier's French Bakery!
(5)Donelle W.
Put it in your mouth....in your... ... Mouth... Seriously just do this. I love going here, best desserts in Pittsburgh and always consistent.
(5)Tracy C.
A friend of mine told me about this bakery and boy am I ever glad that he did! I had the salted caramel macaroon, plain croissant, raspberry brioche salted caramel and rose raspberry macaroon. Outstanding! The salted caramel macaroon danced in my mouth like a symphony of angels. You really must try this but be forewarned that it has quite an effect on the senses. I personally didn't care for the rose macaroon. The raspberry brioche is dense but not heavy: I look forward to using the plain version to make French Toast. Last but not least the plain croissant is hands down the best croissant that I've ever eaten in my life. It has spoiled me permanently and nothing but Jean-Marc Chatellier's will ever do to satisfy my croissant cravings. His pastries are so incredible that a feeling of euphoria completely washed over me while eating them. Its as if somehow Mr. Chatellier is able to transfer love and happiness to his customers via his baked goods. You must check out this bakery!
(5)Johnny C.
Out of 5: 1.5 - Croissant: internal butter layer was collapsed, leaving one large pocket of air and no classic fluffy inside. I also had high expectations. 2.0 - Macarons: sweet like candy with a crispy yet slightly fluffy shell with a chewy creamy center. Too sweat for scarfing down, for better or worse! 2.5 - Brioche 3.0 - Kouign Amann: instant sweetness followed by satisfying airiness and a sugar crunch at the end.
(3)Sarah R.
What a lovely, unpretentious French bakery in Millvale. Fresh cakes, pastries, danishes, and macarons! Everything looked so beautiful and delicious. It was a bit tough to get to from Squirrel Hill, so I won't be able to visit very much... but I most certainly would like to! I loved the macarons. Jean-Marc gave me a sample of the lavendar poppyseed flavor, which was all at once crumbly, chewy, silky, moist, sweet, floral, and nutty. Everything must be taken to go, but that's if it even lasts past the door. :)
(5)David B.
The Breton Cake is something fabulous, it's a traditional shortcake that originated in Brittany. Ridiculously good. Everything is good here, I especially like the tarts. Really worth the visit!
(5)Carl F.
Best place in Pittsburgh. The croissants and macaroons are great. Every time here was a great experience.
(5)Dave C.
Love it. Don't miss the macarons.
(5)Zach G.
These are some good treats, my friends. The girls at the counter were very friendly and patient with us as we made our selections. The brioche is excellent as are the macarons. Of the 7 macaron flavors I tried, I was not disappointed with one. Is "macaron" French for "amazing?" It seemed like they could use an interior decorator to really make the place stand out, but people will come back for the pastries regardless. I highly recommend taking some time to make a trip here. It is moderately pricey, but better than you might find elsewhere.
(5)Ian M.
The best French bakery I have been to outside of France. If you want the best macarons (not macaroons), go here and get a mixed dozen. You will not be disappointed, the macarons have a crunchy shell with a chewy interior and a delicious cream center. Before you know it, you have devoured the entire dozen and you'll be craving for more! The tarts and mousse cakes are equally as amazing, I had the chocolate and raspberry and they didn't last 5 minutes. If you want a dessert for yourself and your special someone, go here. Both of you will end the night on a spectacular note. The Kouign Amann (pronounced, kween a-mon) is the closest to heaven you will get while still being alive. Imagine a regular croissant with caramelized sugar on top. Having one with your morning coffee, you cannot help but have a good day. Also, kougin amann is way better than a cronut. Yeah I said, I went there. Suck it cronut. Thanks to Rick Sebak for featuring this bakery on his It's Pittsburgh series, the rest of the city needs to know about this place and support the best French bakery outside of France!
(5)Paul K.
Get the Almond Croissant!! It is sooo good! But other pastries are really good as well. Definitely a place to buy your morning pastries from.
(5)c b.
I love this bakery. The owner and staff are so sweet and down to earth. I appreciate that he stays in the centrally located quaint neighborhood of Millvale not only because it is convenient to everywhere but also because it's lower overhead as compared to the snooty neighborhoods allows for him to keep amazingly low prices for the best and most authentically delicious french pastries in town. I also appreciate that he is not one of these overpriced, (and not that good) 'fad' bakeries that has recently opened. He stays true to his roots but also allows for a little 'pittsburgh love' in his non traditional offerings. Jean Marc has been a pittsburgh staple for over 20 years and I believe his longevity of business speaks for itself. Everything is delicious and the pleasant attitude of the people that work there makes it that much more enjoyable. I have tried the other places and the overall experience will never compare. My favorites include the Macaron (in Salted Caramel, Marzipan, Raspberry Balsamic, Lavender Poppy, Rose Raspberry and Pistachio), the Croissants (Almond, Plain), the Brioche (Almond and Cheese), the Palmier (plain), the Kouign Amann (omg so irresistibly delicious!), the Sacristain, his little Glazed Cream Puffs are to die for, Pear Tart, Napoleon, Whipped Cream Strawberry Eclair, Lemon Tart, Breton Cake, Burnt Almond Cake, and Lemon raspberry and Fresh Raspberry Cakes. everything there is amazing but those are my favorites (I know lots of stuff, and theres more than just that at his shop too!) His mini tarts are so elegant and paired with assorted Macarons were so pretty and delicious for my best friends bridal shower and his wedding cakes are stunning and yummy too! Highly recommend. Cannot say enough good things about this man and his wonderful staff and shop! Make sure you get there early because everything is so good it always sells like hotcakes (or french cakes! hahaha) Thank You Jean-Marc for keeping your Pâtisserie accessible to everyone both in price and in location.
(5)Jen L.
Jean-Marc has the BEST cake and pastries in all of Pittsburgh (if not the state and/or country). Seriously, how can you go wrong with someone who uses such fresh ingredients? I don't even like chocolate cake with white icing - but I love Jean-Marc's half and half cake! I also am obsessed with the raspberry filling... yum for fresh raspberries! The icing is just out of this world. The pastries are also delicious. I love the salted caramel macarons... so good. And the original reason that we found him (in the 90s) was because my grandmother (who was born in France) wanted to try his croissant, which are also delicious. He can also be helpful in a pinch. I forgot to place an order for my mom's birthday cake until really late. But he helped me out and was very nice about it (but always be nice in return, because he doesn't take any crap! good for him!). We had our wedding out of state, and the only thing that I was disappointed about was the fact that we wouldn't be able to have Jean-Marc's cake for our wedding!
(5)Allie G.
Jean-Marc's is definitely one of the best bakeries in Pittsburgh. I like to stop here after doing some record shopping. Their pastries are out of this world. The kouign aman and creme brulee are my favorites. The prices are great and the staff is very helpful. I've been to a couple of other French bakeries around the city and none of them compare.
(5)Jessica B.
I have written happy things about other bakeries, and they were not lies... but I had no idea what I was talking about. Knowledge based on experience is, obvs, limited by the experiences that you have had. So, Jean-Marc's Bakery, in unassuming Millvale, is the experience that made pretty much every other bakery experience pale in comparison (except my dearly loved almond croissant from Athan's in Brighton Center bc that is call-your-friends-in PGH-and-tell-them-to-visit-Boston good.) It's not that the atmosphere is especially lovely or the service especially charming, although both are fine. It's the macarons. Specifically, it's the pistachio macaron... and the lemon macaron... and the salted caramel. And then it's the croissant that is buttery and flaky but not dry or crunchy. And the sugar brioche that is HUGE and dense, but not chewy, with crunches of sugar crystal on top that has become pretty much my favorite anytime treat. So, yes. It is rather expensive to buy macarons. 6 for $8 or $1.35 a piece. And there is a card minimum ($10, I think) and it is somewhat out of the way. But really, I can get there just as quickly/easily as I can get to other L-ville-area bakeries and the baked goods are better by such a degree that going to Jean-Marc is totally worth it. Unless you want to go Sunday or Monday because what is up with Pittsburgh bakeries all being closed on Sundays when I want a not-breakfast/not-brunch snack and Mondays when I really need an early morning bakery fix?
(5)Devin W.
We love Jean-Marc so much we had to bring out french friends in to try the food. They fell in love, with the food and Jean-Marc. We grabbed some pastries, tiny tortes, and some croissants for the road. They were gone by the end of the day. I can't recommend this place enough!! Check out his site for yourselves jeanmarcchatellier.com It's nothing fancy, but his food is incredible!
(5)Bill V.
I have been to many french bakeries in France and the US. Jean Mac has figured out how to create a french AND pittsburg bakery. I have eaten from here dozens of times....at my chef brothers hoouse, birthday cakes or my own semi-drop ins. Saturday I bought a lemon/respbery tart and 12 macarons. The tart. I am sooooo glad I bought a whole one.....it is soooooo lemony and light, yes, I said light! And the macarons! I bought chocolait, salted caramel and vanilla. All three are delicious, exquisite, to die for, yummy. Pick one of these words or any other in a similar range. Yes...I will keep going back, butI felt I NEEDED to give Jean Marc praise today!
(5)Meghann M.
I found Jean-Marc based on many referrals from all around Pittsburgh. I was looking for french macarons to distribute as favors for my wedding. Let me tell you- these are the BEST macarons you will find in Pittsburgh. I recommend the salted caramel flavor, although there are many to choose from. Tres Fantastique!!
(4)Eric L.
I've always had a bad opinion of macaroons. Which I still do, don't much care for coconut. Well, this place has macarons, which are nothing like a macaroon. Granted, I only tried three different kinds so far, Lemom, Nutella (Yes, Nutella) and chocolate. The lemon was good, been having a slight craving for lemon, but the Nutella was almost life changing. Then I'm really skeptical on anything chocolate, this was some good chocolate. I can't wait to visit again. Highly recommended.
(5)Tian G.
The Macaroons here are wonderful! Definitely trying out other bakery next time!
(5)Ramee Y.
I tried every flavor of macaron here in under an hour. Granted, this was my first macaron experience so I will not claim to have any point of comparison, but they were at once delicious, complex in texture, and intensely flavored. Favorites: Nutella, vanilla, chocolate, lemon, strawberry, PB&J*. Also, the Breton cake is a buttery, delightful thing. Be sure to try any of the baked goods available for sampling.
(5)Amara Z.
Super duper yummy. I loved the macaroons. I got salted caramel, rose raspberry, & lavender poppy. So good. I will continue to go back. I also enjoyed all of the free samples and my boyfriend enjoyed his two pastries as well, I just forget what they were called. The only thing I don't like it the location and neighborhood. It was so cute inside though, felt really romantic.
(5)Jarrett H.
So I finally gave in to moving around before 2PM on a Saturday to come see Jean-Marc and taste his baked goods. I was running low on excuses, since a round trip takes me all of 20 minutes to make. The place is highly unassuming on North Street, a small strip of stores in Millvale that very, er, rustic - with a simple red-white-and-blue sign announcing it's presence. The inside of this place is tiny, where the customers are, anyways. Two pastry cases - one on the left has pastries, cake slices, mini pies, and more - most of them being $3.50(Except for these large, beautiful penguins with are $5). The one inside the door has all of your bread-pastries(croissants, brioche), ladylocks, cupcakes, etc(Most of these are around $2 I think), and to the right there are the full pies($8 and up), cakes, and the Macarons. Samples of cakes, Breton, and other items are strewn about the store. Being it's a French bakery, the Macarons were a given. You can get them individually for $1.35 or so, a half dozen for $8, and a full dozen for about $15. In my two trips here, I've tried quite a few, and they're all outstanding, but of note are the two floral flavors, Rose Raspberry and Poppy Lavender. My girlfriend is a floral fanatic, and had to try. Usually upset at the flavors not matching the description, there was no disconnect here. The rose(A flavor I'm usually not fond of) tastes like chewing rose petals in the best way possible, and the Lavender is much the same, tasting strong of its aroma. The fruit flavors are also very nice and the their texture is out of this world: Crisp, a bit chewy, and filled with ganache. The brioches are wonderful, the cheese being the favorite I had so far, super soft and tasting slightly eggy(in a good way). We've also tried some of the pastries. The seasonal pumpkin cheesecake is excellent, with a layer of chocolate on top and a highly spiced crust. Also the St. Honore, a giant puff pastry with whipped cream, strawberries, and just a dot of delicious caramel on top, was outstanding. Next time I go, I have my eyes on the beautiful Apple tarts, and the amazing looking Cappuccino Tiramisu. Jean-Marc's is a fabulous bakery, and its proximity to Attic Records should be a no-brainer to convince you to make a quick trip to Millvale on a saturday morning. Come early, because the selection was notably smaller when we came at 1pm. Also, the meters on the street take dimes, and are $0.25 for an hour.
(5)david G.
Once upon a time, I wondered why the french are so well regarded for pastry, especially the croissant. Then I visited Jean Marc and the answer is clear, it's heaven in your mouth! Even plain they are a delicacy, and filled with custard is beyond good. Don't miss the Breton cake, which they usually offer samples of, and the Paris Brest filled with cream. Also wonderful are the fruit tarts, I especially love the apple which elevates apple to a whole new level. Thanks for making your home in Pittsburgh, Jean Marc, you are a treasure of our city! We are so grateful you stuck it out after the flood.
(5)Shanna C.
Whenever I tell people I moved from Shadyside to Millvale they always remind me that being so close to Jean-Marc's makes up for the loss of all the good restaurants. Being able to get a cup of (actually good) coffee and a breakfast pastry for $3 should be enough to make you want to come here. That's $3 in cash mind you, like many small businesses the minimum for cards is $10. The macarons and bittersweet chocolate croissants are perfectly made. The cakes look delicious. The ladies behind the counter are friendly and can take an order ahead of time, which I absolutely recommend that you do. There are discounts for bulk orders, even. Keep in mind that Jean-Marc is baking back there himself, and that this is a small bakery. I've seen people walk in and ask for all the chocolate crossiants they have without an order placed in advance, and then get upset when they can't bring the whole bakery to their office - they don't have more pastries waiting in the wings, Jean-Marc bakes them throughout the day. And really, would you want it any other way? Please excuse me for a moment whilst I defend my neighborhood, which some are attacking - Millvale is not dumpy, as a below reviewer exclaimed, it's just a residential row-house neighborhood (just like Lawrenceville WAS) that hasn't quite moved on from the lack of mill work yet - not to mention the seven-year trainwreck called Route 28 in the process of being cleared up. It is quintessentially Pittsburgh. If you go over the 40th St Bridge to get here, you'll have a brioche in one hand and a coffee in the other in no time at all.
(5)TJ S.
This place is simply amazing. It is somewhat pricey (a dozen pastries for $20) but totally worth it. Everything is fresh and obviously made that day. Get there early as the run out of some popular things around lunch time. The salted caramel macaroon is amazing. It is worth the ride to Millvale to go here!
(5)Mi Z.
Nice macaroons and cakes.
(4)Whitney B.
What a great little place. I love that it's located in Millvale as opposed to another "hip" Pittsburgh neighborhood. I stopped in one day about 20 minutes before they were scheduled to close and I didn't feel pressured to leave or hurry. It's quite a bit to take in--beautifully decorated confections in two cases. Between the fondant penguins (which I held back on) and the macaroons, there were important decisions to be made. I got a dozen macaroons in various flavors. Pistachio and salted caramel are spot on. Soft yet crisp. Light but dense. Fresh. This is definitely what a "treat" should be. Jean Marc also gave me a chocolate truffle. Oh boy. It was good. Dark chocolate.
(4)Nancy H.
In one week I encountered these DELISH pastries three times as multiple coworkers brought them in and told me "Oh you must go to Jean-Marc!" So I grabbed my partner in crime and we made our way there. Literally packed on a Saturday morning 9 am and we left with a BIG BOX: My favorite- VANILLA CREAM CROISSANT. His favorite CHOCOLATE CROISSANT. Others- CHOCOLATE BRIOCHE, a special order he just happened to have when my boss went one morning. SO GOOD. In addition to all the yummy pastries, the place is adorable, tucked into Millvale, with a quaint storefront, and the French accent of Jean-Marc there to greet you.
(5)Michele K.
My boyfriend and I have been going here for a long time, and I just have to say that Jean-Marc's stuff is the BEST! We enjoy the macarons (Salty Caramel is my favorite!) and the breakfast pastries. I especially enjoy the Brioche. So good! Their desserts are delicious, too...we ordered a Key Lime Pie for Christmas, and some croissants for our Christmas Day brunch. Try the quiche, it is amazing as well. Love, love, love Jean-Marc! Merci!
(5)Jason J.
Listen, the baked goods here are good. No, they are outstanding. So outstanding that the yelpernet seduced me into driving an unreasonable distance out of my way to fill my face with fancy French foods. Yup, confirmed: pastries rivaling the mouthgasms that I've happened upon in Paris (food related, you perv). French macaroons: Get the burnt caramel, or I will burn you. Other flavors are worthwhile, but you will be taking up a night shift at the local factory to pay for the dozen you just bought for $15. Standard macaroons: ohmuhguh. Apricot filled cookie things: HNNNNGNGG. Regrettably for my tastebuddies and wallet, this was all I was able to devour. Next time I'm in town I will certainly try EVERYTHING. Why 4 stars? Two reasons. First, the prices are out of line with reality. This place is in the middle of nowheresville, not downtown. I'll pay out for the good stuff (you should see my whisk[e]y collection as evidence), but you have to draw a line somewhere. I should shut up, though, because I paid for it and will do it again next time. So, shut your face, me. Second, the shop closed at 5 PM the day we went. We arrived at 4:45 and felt a bit rushed by the woman working there to make a decision. We may have choked under pressure while considering all of the fat-inducing options much to the dismay of the employee. As we sat in the car across the street immediately filling our faces with a bag and box of coma-inducingly delicious pastries and baked goods, a woman tried to walk in the door to find it locked at 4:55. There were still employees there and the sign clearly said that the place closed at 5. The would-be customer literally looked like she was about to cry after knocking on the door a few times only to give up and walk away... ...And that's how good Jean-Marc Chatellier's French Bakery is.
(4)Mary S.
I heard many amazing stories about this place and I finally got a chance to check it out last weekend. Everything there was absolutely amazing. Just delicious. My only complaint is that I wish it was closer to where I live (Sq Hill) and had more evening hours. I would be going there every week at least! The fact that it's in Millvale limits my ability to go. I wish he'd open a second bakery in the East End!!!
(5)Tom Y.
I have been here close to 15 times and it is always spectacular. The service is always wonderful. Sometimes on Saturday mornings the place is crowded but the staff behind the counter never gets upset and is always pleasant. There is a $10 minimum on credit and debit cards which seems reasonable. I always buy the plain and chocolate croissants. Just like buying a dozen bagels at Brueggers, I buy a dozen croissants. When I get them home my wife likes to just open the bag and she swears that she's transported to France. The pain au chocolat really are fabulous. I recently tried the macarons and they too are marvelous.
(5)Julie M.
The kouign amann is exceptional; I've never had this pastry elsewhere but omg it is awesome. Great croissants, friendly service. It's rare and wonderful to find a bakery that really is all scratch. The macarons are delicious but very pricy. The lavender poppy macaron was really great and very unique. Trust me on the kouign amann--get an extra one, it won't go to waste.
(5)Katie B.
We got married at Mr. Small's in Millvale a couple of weeks ago, and Jean-Marc made our wedding cake. The cake was so beautiful, and so perfectly delicious, it served every guest at least one slice of heaven. Perhaps it even upstaged the bride. It was transcendent. Thank you Jean-Marc, for baking us the cake of our dreams. ps. Your macarons are the best we've ever tasted in our lives, better than all the macarons in Paris.
(5)Emilia F.
Go here. Eat one of each of the macarons. Ignore the price. Change your life!!!
(5)Erin L.
Most amazing cake you will ever eat. And the staff is very helpful and nice. I would never go anywhere else!
(5)Bonnie T.
Hands down the best chocolate croissants in town. Have bought some to share at work and everyone was impressed! They are Super flaky, buttery, and smells & tast heavenly delicious. Caution, not diet friendly....
(5)K K.
Best croissants!!! I always get a plain and a chocolate. They're usually eaten by the end of the 40th st. bridge on the way to work. Authentic and awesome, I can't believe you haven't been over there yet! GO!
(5)Manolo E.
Wow, who knew there would be a french bakery in this dumpy area. I mean it's like a blue collar neighborhood straight out of Rocky's Philly. I'm French, so please mind my pickiness . . . The Bad (we are a critical bunch after all), are the macarons which are themed (March Madness, etc.) and don't look all that good; the eclairs have an insidious goofy little decoration on them and cool whip filling (complete travesty); the shop does not have good exterior signage or decor on the interior that lends that certain ambassadorial element that any Frenchman should bring when bestowing the wealth of France's cultural heritage onto the masses of ignorami that are the inhabitants of a Midwestern city. That's a joke. Sort of. Not really. Sorry. I didn't say EVERYONE. This is the type of place, despite Jean-Marc being French, that if a French person were to visit Pittsburgh, a resident would tell them they just HAVE to come see this place and the French person would be shamed by the poor representation of France. The Good (there is some, and it is the most important "some" after all), the prices are UNBEATABLE in any patisserie in the US (raise your prices a little Jean-Marc!), the tarte aux pommes is DE-licious, the croissants are a bit different but very good and light and flavorful. I bet Jean-Marc's bread is good too, I can just guess it except that the pity is the store did not smell like bread despite the workspace being right behind the display area and cash-wrap. So well worth it, but just buy the authentic things, because the rest is best left to Giant Eagle's bakery.
(4)MC S.
Very solid basics even tho the looks is not as appearing as european standard. This nice little bakery is kind of out of the way for most pittsburgher (including me) and the pictures I found for their shop and cakes are just not that attractive. I am glad that I finally made it here. Tried their blackforest cake first and was very pleased. It looks just like another blackforest cake in american bakery, but the texture of the cake is very fine and delicate. Awesome! If I have to order a cake for a birthday or wedding thing, I would definitely consider it as my first choice (but decorate it myself).
(4)Del M.
Thinking of moving to Millvale so I can have a hot coffee, warm croissant and smile from Cindy in the morning. You make my day! I know what I want for my birthday and it's at JMC in Millvale!
(5)Matt C.
My wife and I live right around the corner from here, and in the mornings I catch the bus right on Jean-Marc's doorstep. Occasionally I'll stop in for a brioche and a cup of coffee while I'm waiting. At 7 am the brioche are still warm from the oven and the coffee is unexpectedly wonderful. Sometimes on these mornings if it's a pleasant spring day, I'll even let a bus pass me by as I sit out front. Because on a cool morning, with a warm pastry, a hot cup of coffee, and only $3 lighter, I wouldn't want to interrupt a moment that's so near to perfect.
(5)M B.
Walk in the front door and you're overwhelmed with the scent of butter. Everything must have a million calories, but I don't care. The pastries and breads are top-notch. The Breton Cake melts in your mouth and is reasonably priced. I've ordered cakes from here as well; they're a little on the pricey side but worth every dime. In 8 years of patronizing Jean-Marc's, I have never been dissatisfied, except when I go in too late on a Saturday and the shelves are empty. :(
(5)R R.
Love this place, though it's a bit isolated from civilization. And by 'civilization' I mean Pittsburgh, which, for many, calls the credibility of this review into question I'm sure. So I'll be brief. The baguettes are so delicious. I want one inside me at all times. A bientot, Marie-France. A bientot, Paul.
(4)Ashley M.
best bakery ever!!! they will make my wedding cake one day!!
(5)Joe E.
There's not one thing here that is not delicious: Macarons (nutella, chocolate, and marzipan are my favorites. New for March, mint chocolate, the best), danishes, french butter cookies, eclairs, chocolate truffle tart...
(5)Paul F.
This is my favorite spot for real baguettes and croissant in Pittsburgh. I can't even call the logs they sell at Giant Eagle a stick of bread when compared to Jean-Marc. They also give tasty little samples of shortbread and this past week made a tasty open face ham and cheese. This place was hard hit by the great MIillvale flood and is worth supporting. Not to be missed and is across the street from the Lincoln Dinner part of the world famous Pamela's chain.
(5)Kat S.
Jean-Marc Chatellier's bakery in Millvale is a little bit out of the way for almost everyone, but it is totally worth it to go there. This is possibly the only actual French bakery in town. Everything here probably represents your entire allotment of both fat and carbs for a week. I am extremely partial to the brioche here, although I have been here many times, sampled many tasty pastries, and haven't had anything that wasn't an explosion of buttery delicious decadence in my mouth.
(5)r. h.
From its exterior, the bakery looks like just another old-fashioned neighborhood store, but first impressions can be deceiving. Despite its dowdy appearance, Jean-Marc Chatellier's is a kick-ass bakery, possibly the only proper patisserie in Pittsburgh. They make well-proportioned croissants that are pure buttery goodness. The exterior is flaky, and the inside is soft and airy, not too bread-y. In addition to the traditional plain, they also offer ones stuffed with apples, cherries, raisins, or chocolate. I was also impressed by their variety of pastries. The apple strudel was awesome. Of the brioches, I liked the ones with the almond paste the best. The one drawback: the shop is difficult to get to without a car, and the good stuff may be sold out already if you show up in the afternoon. 4.5 stars
(4)Kate W.
soooo good! just stopped in today again and bought the salted caramel macaron (and a pumpkin one, too). Fantasic.
(5)D S.
La Gourmandine has "rien" on Jean-Marc! RIEN! Jean-Marc's croissants (plain, almond, and chocolate) are light and delicious and his "palmier," or "elephant ears" were also light and just sweet enough. I am looking forward to trying his "tarte aux pommes." Allez!!! Oh, his sweet treats are half the cost of La Gourmandine's and easily twice as good!
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