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| - Definitely among the top pastry shops in town! Their creme brulee is masterful with the sugar coating caramelized to order (offering this simple gesture speaks volumes to the chef's integrity and care for his craft and customers). They make a classic éclair with a flavorful and proper vanilla custard filling (no whipped cream here!). Their croissants are flawless; light and buttery with the most delicate crust. Their tartelettes are simply amazing...so much flavor in them damn little cookies and baked perfectly! The tiramisu is exceptional, however, I'm a little greedy and would've liked just a tad more savoiardi. The chefs here are seriously talented. No gimmicky offerings, just the classics prepared at the highest level. My first time trying their desserts was at the Farmer's Market on Blackfoot Trail where they run a small booth. Thankfully, they have a brick and mortar place where I can get my fix during the week! I'm still waiting to try one of their traditional fruit tarts with the vanilla custard...may have to just request it. When their cafe opens up next door, I'll be able to enjoy a proper cup of joe with my desserts!
UPDATE...I normally just review the food but the customer service here deserves praise...I've been here 3x in the last week hoping to find their fruit tarts for sale but to no avail...so I called in for a request and they were able to make them within the HOUR...now THAT'S customer service for ya!!! Unfortunately, the tarts are average at best....most people will enjoy them but I simply prefer a much richer custard. The tarts, themselves, are beautifully prepared, but the custard lacks color and taste. Surprisingly, most of the fruit tarts I've had around town are prepared this way, with a lightly colored custard and taste...call it sophisticated or refined, but if I had the choice I would still prefer taste over looks. I was in Paris recently and took the opportunity to hit as many pastry shops as I could and nearly all of them offer that rich yellow custard. Nevertheless, when compared to others around town, Eclair's tarts can hang with the best of them. ;)
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