Essence Bakery Cafe

Ty L.
Don't walk out the building without a macaron.

Phoenix New Times
Don't forget to grab a 'Croissant' before you leave! It was voted one of the top 100 favorite dishes in 2011 by the Phoenix New Times!

Joe J.
Best croissants in the Valley. The line is pretty convoluted so try to go during off times.

Phoenix New Times
Best of Phoenix 2011 Winner: Best Breakfast, Tempe! From the housemade granola to the hot breakfast cereal to the Quiche Lorraine, every dish is exquisite!

David@MusicPlayce ?.
Holy Moly!!! The ham and cheese jalapeño sandwich is unreal.

Barbara T.
If you haven't tried an Essence caramel macaron yet, you haven't lived.

Christina R.
If you are so lucky to go in on a day they are serving pink grapefruit macarons don't leave without one.

tiffia e.
Great croissants and other yum baked goods

manuel c.
Amazing Crossaints and tasty maccroons; they are not a breakfast to be missed.

Kalia
The chocolate croissants are bliss. I've Never had anything on the lunch menu that I didn't enjoy!

Alice D.
Weekend brunch is omg good. Fluffy eggs, great coffee and pastries. And those macarons!

Shasta P.
Everything here is so fresh and delicious! The ingredients are all wonderful.I love the sandwiches and salads! The macarons are to die for.I asked for those for my birthday instead of cake, yippee!

Elyssa U.
The chicken salad sand-which will change your life.

Philippos S.
Best spanakopita in town.

Leah S.
Their caramel and pumpkin French macarons are insanely good. Be sure to stop by early, as they sometimes run out of their most popular flavors by afternoon. Large pre-orders are great hostess gifts.

Mandy M.
Try the iced caramel coffee! Yummmmy!

Gideon H.
If you're across the parking lot waiting for a Starbucks, get out of line and come here. Best breakfast/lunch you'll have around here! Caramel iced coffee + croissant is perfect!

Whitney K.
Get the Grilled Cheese with tomato and basil, it's perfect lunch amount and great flavors!

Jenny C.
Don't wait in the line hanging out the door unless you specifically want a croissant!

Michael B.
Potato cake: good.

Monica T.
Try the almond croissant. It's delicious.

Sara R.
Awesome breakfast/lunch/sweets spot that composts and recycles! All you earth-conscious, hungry ASU students take note! Hardy and University

Ben A.
The big breakfast is my only joy in life.

Kiara W.
Sooo bloody slow. The cashiers always have something far more important to do than take your order.

Phoenix New Times
Start off with something delicious from the French-inspired breakfast and lunch menus, like the Quiche Lorraine or Croque Madame, before diving into the irresistible pastry case.

Cheryl M.
Try the Grilled Cheese And Croque Monsieur Sandwiches - Half of each sandwich #nom (via @Foodspotting)