Bonjour! If there is one thing France is known for, it’s their fine foods – and pastries are at the top of the list, as far as we’re concerned. Around here, in spite of all of the incredible eateries found in the Tar Heel State, it’s not all too common to encounter a bakery that masters the art of French pastries in the way Amélie’s French Bakery & Café does.
With five whimsical locations found around the ever-growing Charlotte marketplace, Amélie’s has become a neighborhood go-to for unparalleled pastries and light cuisine.
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But Amélie’s is known for more than just their French fare, each location delivers an atmosphere that is just the right mix of whimsy and sophistication. Wander in during any day part and you’re likely to feel like you’ve been transported to France.
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Order any of the delightful menu items and you’ll be even more convinced! All of the carefully crafted foods at this French bakery and cafe are made in-house and each displays perfection you’d only expect to find in France. From their small bites, like this roasted root veggie + smoke gouda bouchée made with a small patty shell with a twist, the items here look almost too good to eat!
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Late riser? Not a problem. Amélie’s serves breakfast sandwiches all day, and each is made with croissants baked in-house to perfection.
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Don’t think this cafe skimps on the drink menu. You’ll find all of the usual options and then some! Tea lovers should definitely order the Blueberry Matcha Thé Crème, a blend of high-quality ground green tea and blueberries.
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If French sweets are a weakness (of course they are!), then be sure to peek at the long case filled with freshly made goodness.
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From freshly made, light and crispy turnovers to pillowy brioche cinnamon rolls (seen here), and more… you’re sure to find a pastry (or two) that you can’t live without on this visit.
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You’ll find authentic French desserts galore, like this petit gâteau: a chocolate chiffon cake made with chocolate buttercream and then bathed in dark chocolate ganache and coated with feuilletine. Since they’re small, get three!
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Speaking of sweet confections, you can’t visit a French bakery without bringing home a whole box of macaroons!
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It’s a rare treat to find an authentic French bakery in North Carolina. Have you been, and if so… what’s your favorite flavor sensation from Amélie’s?
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Amélie’s French Bakery & Café has five locations in North Carolina, all are in the Greater Charlotte area. For more information, see the official website and/or follow the Facebook page!
Carmel Commons Address: 7715 Pineville Matthews Road, Charlotte, NC, 28226 (Su-Th 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., Fr-Sa 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.) Noda Address: 2424 North Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC, 28205 (Always open, 24/hrs a day, 7 days a week) Park Road Address: 4321 Park Road, Charlotte, NC, 28209 (S-Th 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., F-Sa 7 a.m. – midnight) Rock Hill Address: 157 East Main Street, Rock Hill, SC, 29730 (M 7 a.m. – 8 p.m., T-Th 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., Fr-Sa 7 a.m. – 10 p.m., Su 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.) Uptown Address: 380 South College Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202 (M-Th 7 a.m. – 10 p.m., Fr-Sa 7 a.m. – midnight, Su 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
Visiting from out of town? After a stop at Amelie’s, you may decide to move. If that’s the case, then here are some great reasons to move to Charlotte!
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