That's because every day, a line forms before the sun's even up in Miami, with croissant-seekers and French pastry aficionados hoping to snag one of the flaky, golden pastries before they disappear. And they do disappear. Fast. Food editor Nicole Lopez-Alvar's family even has a group chat dedicated to scheduling who will be visiting Casa Bake earliest and what to order. It's that serious.) Below, we break down exactly how to snag these baked goods before they sell out.
Once you spot the bakery's black-and-white mural art among a sea of bleak warehouse fronts, you'll know you're at the right place.
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If You Sleep In, You're Out of Luck
The buzz started in June 2024, when local food influencer Mr. Eats 305 posted a glowing Instagram review of the French bakery. By the next morning, people were lining up at 7 a.m., and the rush hasn't let up since. On weekdays or weekends, it's the same scene: croissants are typically sold out by 10 a.m.Founded by French pastry chef Benoît Pagliardini, Casa Bake's plain croissant, just $3.50, was recently named one of the best in the country by the Infatuation. That kind of recognition doesn't exactly calm the crowds. Almond, chocolate, pistachio cream, and chocolate almond croissants are just as sought-after, and just as likely to vanish quickly.
On weekdays or weekends, it's the same scene: croissants are typically sold out by 9 a.m.
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Here's the Pro Move: Order Online (But Do It Early)
The best way to skip the line? Order online. Casa Bake is totally transparent about this, and regulars know it's the way to go. But there's a catch: you have to plan a couple of days ahead.On Thursday, July 31, the earliest pickup slot wasn’t until Saturday at 10 a.m. So, unless you're thinking ahead, you’ll still be stuck in the line hoping for leftovers. Once your order is in, you just walk in, grab your box, and get on with your day without dealing with lines.
Left to Right: French pastry chef Benoît Pagliardini and bread baker Monica Sarmiento-Stadlin
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More Than Just Croissants
While the croissants made the bakery famous, the menu goes deep. There are savory Danishes, guava and cheese croissants, truffle-stuffed Lorraine pastries, and loaves of brioche and sourdough. A box of a dozen mini-filled croissants, pistachio, nocciola, and dulce de leche, is a crowd favorite.The larger format desserts are just as impressive. Casa Bake offers whole tarts in raspberry, lemon meringue, chocolate caramel, and more, plus French staples like Le Fraisier, Le Saint Honoré, and a towering chocolate Napoleón. Quiches, cheesecakes, and gluten-free cakes round it out.
If you're feeling ambitious, Casa Bake is hosting croissant-making classes a few times a month in both English and Spanish. For $100, guests will learn how to make the bakery’s signature flaky pastries from scratch during a hands-on, two-hour session at the shop.
Casa Bake. 7165 SW 47th St., Ste. 316, Miami; casa-bake.com.
