St Honore Bakery
(503) 445-4342
2335 NW Thurman St
Portland,
OR
97210
45.5356
-122.6994
Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Northwest District
Reviews & Ratings for St Honore Bakery
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Not living up to it's potential
by mzwong
December 28, 2007
I had really high hopes for St. Honore when it opened but it just isn't living up to what it could be. The croissants should be much better. The baguette tastes like it was baked the night before, even at 8:30 am. The salads are expensive but they used to at least be huge; the last time I got one it was half it's normal size with the same price. There are some good/great items there but overall I think that a French bakery, run by a French man with tons of experience (he was the opening baker for Le Panier) should be much better.
Oh! Also, any time I have asked for an 8 oz. espresso drink they serve it in a 12 oz. cup. Being a French bakery, I would think that they should be able to make a European sized drink instead of a huge American one. Very dissatisfying. I recommend Pearl Bakery or Ken's for much better pastries and baguettes.
- Pros: it's cute and some good sandwiches, etc.
- Cons: should be much better, especially for the prices
Go Here!
by Misae
April 11, 2009
The food is delicious, the pastries are to DIE for. If you're in the mood for some French pastries, or just pastries in general, go. It's a cute little place and the employees are nice. The food is a teensy bit on the expensive side, but it's the alphabet district area, so what do you expect? Only bad thing about this place is that it's crowded and it might take a bit to find a seat.
- Pros: delicious food, nice setting, good prices
- Cons: crowded
Good Food and Friendly People : )
by cwhit70072
March 10, 2009
I really would recommend this place to everyone who loves French food. They are very nice people and I have gone many times to eat there. The food is delicious and the people are nice to suggest new things. It is not a restaurant, but a place to go to have a coffee and a light snack or sandwich. Again, the food is very delicious and I cannot wait to go to France. : )
- Pros: Good Food
- Cons: Bad Parking
I love it!
by pdxgrace27
January 19, 2009
I live in the neighborhood and stop in quite a bit. Great pastries, great espresso, and nice staff. It gets really busy on weekends and around lunch time, so I stop in on my way home from work when it is nice and quiet!
Rude Owner & High Prices!
by croissant75
December 23, 2008
Although the atmosphere is quaint and reminds us of France, the boulangerie , of course, lacks modesty. The prices are high, and the owner's attitude doesn't reflect the "kind" French culture. Some time ago, our small group wasn't welcomed on the premises even if we ordered some pastries, tea, and coffee. Good food items can be found at Ken's Artisan Bakery, amongst others, and the service is consistent. Having a taste of France is also feeling at ease while enjoying what you have just ordered. This wasn't the case about three years ago at the Thurman location. We now go to Ken's Artisan Bakery or the Pearl Bakery. Please spend your money somewhere else if you can.
- Pros: Cute place
- Cons: Rude owner
disapointed
by rachelsmith14
December 13, 2008
I'm learning french right now and my parents thought it would be cool to take my family out to st honore for my birthday. they said they closed at 5 or 6 (i cant remember) and it was either 4:45 or 5:45 and they would not serve us. They were very rude to me and my family and they pretty much ruined the night, not to mention... my whole birthday. I would definately not reccoment going here. Obviously they dont care if their customers are happy if they wont serve them 15 minutes before they actually close!
- Pros: none.
- Cons: really bad service
Smells Like Heaven
by MVchick
September 21, 2008
We went twice last week and it was not very crowded and smelled heavenly. You can watch the guy spin the oven and take out the fresh bread and buns. Coffee was fantastic, got two cups though I am not usually a coffee drinker. Great place for your morning coffee and there is a great co-op market across the street if you need to do some light shopping after breakfast.
- Pros: coffee
Disappointed
by touchpattern
March 24, 2008
Not worth it. Especially with Ken's so close by. The croissants taste like Costco croissants and the place reeks of fabrication. Some of the cold pastries are decent if you are used to eating "Starbucks - quality" and the atmosphere looks nice visually but if its fresh, quality, authentic pastries you are after, walk the extra few blocks. I have visited France more than once and this place just doesn't cut it. Case closed.
Quaint, inexpensive, and delicious food for the price
by Bushytail
March 22, 2008
I have been there 2x, once with a friend and once with my husband. I LOVE the Quiche Lorraine. My husband had a spinach/cheese patry filled entree which he said he did not like because it tasted too healthy. So if healthy-tasting suits you, get it. He also had the turkey and cheese croissant and loved it. I also have had their Monsieur ___ (basically, melted ham and cheese). We also really loved the strawberry mille feulle dessert. This place gets crowded around lunch time so you occasionally have to grab a seat if you can. It draws in a mixture of people from young to older, from yuppies to blue collars, etc. It has this energetic vibe as people all around are engaged in ongoing and (seemlingly pleasant) conversations, inside and outside the restaurant. The cashiers are friendly and the food comes out in reasonable time.
Try it out!
- Pros: Food, dessert, ambience, crowd of people
- Cons: limited seating
Tastes good, but it ends there.
by ESCOEmployee
February 29, 2008
The first time I went here I wanted a turkey sandwich. I stepped up, and asked for exactly that. They told me they do not sell sandwiches. Confused I looked into their display and pointed to what looked like a turkey sandwich. They told me it was a Panni, not a sandwich. Seriously?
Second time I went there it was with my boss and a few co-workers. We tried asking the lady behind the counter what was in certain pastries. She had no idea. We ended up getting almond Croissants because at least we know what those are. They were yummy though.
Today I decided to give it a third chance. I ordered a bowl of soup to go. First of all, a simple bowl of soup is $5.50. So it better be the best soup in the entire planet. I then arrive back at the office and open it up. The "bowl" is hardly halfway full! I asked my coworker if that was normal and she said no it should be full. I mean, it was MAYBE 8oz of soup, for $5.50!?!?! Are they kidding? So she returned it when she went to get her lunch and they did give us a free pastry to make up for mistake. So at least there is that. But what made it even crazier, is when my co-worker got back, her "sandwich" was not what she ordered. But she was not about to go back again.
Over all, they are mean, rude, unknowledgeable and overpriced. On the upside, almost all of what they serve tastes good. So if you don't mind not getting what you ordered or being treated like dirt, then try the Strawberry Mille Feuilles.
Go with Grand Central instead.
Contributor
February 29, 2008
The first time I went here I wanted a turkey sandwich. I stepped up, and asked for exactly that. They told me they do not sell sandwiches. Confused I looked into their display and pointed to what looked like a turkey sandwich. They told me it was a Panni, not a sandwich. Seriously?
Second time I went there it was with my boss and a few co-workers. We tried asking the lady behind the counter what was in certain pastries. She had no idea. We ended up getting almond Croissants because at least we know what those are. They were yummy though.
Today I decided to give it a third chance. I ordered a bowl of soup to go. First of all, a simple bowl of soup is $5.50. So it better be the best soup in the entire planet. I then arrive back at the office and open it up. The bowl is hardly halfway full! I asked my coworker if that was normal and she said no it should be full. I mean, it was MAYBE 8oz of soup, for $5.50!?!?! Are they kidding? So she returned it when she went to get her lunch and they did give us a free pastry to make up for mistake. So at least there is that. But what made it even crazier, is when my co-worker got back, her sandwich was not what she ordered. But she was not about to go back again.
Over all, they are mean, rude, unknowledgeable and overpriced. On the upside, almost all of what they serve tastes good. So if you don't mind not getting what you ordered or being treated like dirt, then try the Strawberry Mille Feuilles.
