La Francesita, a charming café nestled in The Woodlands, Texas, has captured the hearts of patrons with its authentic French offerings. Reviewers consistently rave about the Almond Croissant, described as the "absolute best" in Houston, highlighting its flaky texture and rich flavor. The café exudes a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a traditional French bakery, making it a perfect spot for breakfast or a leisurely brunch.
Many visitors, like Rod Stephens, praise the variety of choices, from Mediterranean Toast paired with a delightful homemade relish to the exquisite Palmier that’s impressively large and light. The menu also features satisfying options like the smoked salmon omelet and indulgent Nutella crepes, which have garnered positive feedback from families and food enthusiasts alike.
Customers appreciate the friendly and efficient service, making their dining experience even more enjoyable. With reasonable prices for high-quality dishes, La Francesita stands out as a must-visit destination for lovers of authentic French cuisine. Whether you're a local or just passing through, arriving early to secure your favorite pastry is highly recommended. Overall, La Francesita embodies the essence of a genuine café experience, inviting guests to indulge in delightful flavors and warm ambiance.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For La Francesita
Kelly Haley
Jun 28,2025
Hands Down.. the absolute best Almond Croissant in Houston! The owner is French and has brought true authenticity of a fresh bakery to The Woodlands. Get there early to secure your favorite Croissant. It’s worth every bite.
Javier Perea
Jun 17,2025
Stopped in for a quick breakfast, it was delicious. Nice cafe with an authentic French feel and good variety of options. Espresso was actually good and the croissant seems freshly made. Definitely recommend
Andrei Krochin
Apr 17,2025
We went there for breakfast. friendly staff and fast service! Food is delicious. Prices are reasonable!
Rod Stephens
Mar 27,2025
Stopped at this quiet French cafe for breakfast. Had a flat white with Mediterranean Toast and a Palmier. The toast was detectible with homemade relish, olives and a basil pesto. The Palmier was not my original choice, but omg I am glad I got it. It is Texas sized, 2in thick, light and flaky inside. Easily big enough to share. 9/29 back for more. Had an Omelette 6 and it was exceptional. The sundried tomatoes and goat cheese paired to give a flavor explosion.
Shantell Burkey
Mar 27,2025
First of all to avoid confusion the cafe says gourmet bakery on the outside not la francesita but dont let that deter you. Its charming and cozy atmosphere was lovely. Prices range depending on what you get. We bought things from low to high to try and all were great quality. Hubby got a plain croissant with jam and butter on the side and a smoked salmon omelet (omelet 4) and I got a nutella crepe and California panini. Sodas are sold by the can but they have water and a selection of coffees as well though we did not try the coffee. The croissant was perfectly flaky on the outside and warm and perfectly textured on the inside. The smoked salmon omelet was delicious (my first time trying smoked salmon and egg together) and as hubby put it a perfectly balanced dish. The panini was delicious and in my opinion bigger than more paninis I end up with in most places. Nice crunch on the outside and warm on the inside with no cold spots in the filling. Now the crepe. Most of yall have had crepes by this point but the difference here was how much more authentic this one was. The taste and texture were spot on. Highly recommend and my toddler seconds that recommendation as he kept trying to get more before he finished his current mouthful. He ate a little of our other dishes as well but of course his favorite was the crepe. The staff were friendly and we had no problem with rudeness as some people have complained. We spent 56 including tip and for the quality I am ok with that. We went at 845-9 am and it was quiet but started to pick up when we left so I recommend going earlier than not as its a small cafe and I can easily imagine it getting packed as the rush comes. There is outside seating as well and high chairs for those with littles. All around, great place and atmosphere with great food. Would dine again.
Allyson Demeny
Mar 26,2025
I got the parmesan truffle oil fries and a Texan panini.... it was delectable. I’m still thinking about this meal days later. The atmosphere is light and lovely and the employees were very kind.
Sasha
Mar 23,2025
Absolutely delicious food and the best coffee! This is a family-owned cafe, and they put their heart into their work and hospitality La Francesita offers the best-baked goods in the Houston area It is our favorite place!
Iram Jafri
Mar 21,2025
My sister and I came here for the first time today, and we absolutely adored it. We ordered the Norway Croissant and the Galette 2 Crepe, both were absolutely divine. Never have we tasted a more flavorful crepe! The icing on the cake - the ambiance is so sweet. I love the French look and the wall paintings. We will be sure to return to try something sweet!
Reviews For La Francesita