Egmondt Fine Bakery

Outstanding european pastry and coffee (more authentic and much better quality than the Starbucks across the street) in a very pleasant location. They are now expanding with lunches and a weekend dinner menu; the food I’ve had has been simple, perfectly prepared, and well served.
Egmondt is owned by a very nice couple who (despite some other reviews) know many of their customers by name and seem to care about each one. Very convenient location, and lots of parking nearby. I recommend it.

I’m very sad to see this place close down. Not sure why but from what I see a lot of businesses do not last very long in this area.

This Belgian couple are dedicated to making it in the USA. Nice space, quality pastry, good fresh coffee… real Europe in Ft. Lauderdale. Clean and bright. Free parking in the Garage!
Too bad… they have closed.

I have been here a few times and enjoyed just a cup of coffee while working on my computer however never took note of customer service. I recently had a situation where I was treated Very rudely here and after an exchange felt the need to explain to the owners of this establishment not to treat their customers in such a manner where they do not feel welcome. I reminded them that they are a small business and their competition Starbucks is across the street. I really do not wish them Ill as I do enjoy their quiche and croissant sandwiches but they really do have an issue with customer service that could be corrected.

Brunch with a french flare. Mom and pop bakery and restaurant. Parking is a little difficult around back but well worth it.

Cruising around FTL we were in need of a quick bite to eat. We whipped out the trusty Unilocal App and it told us Egmondt was right around the corner.
I probably drove by this place a million times, but never knew it was there. It’s located underneath a residential building with parking around the side in the garage.
Walking in the place looks clean, modern and there was a table of folks having some bites and chatting it up. So far this looks great! Then we approached the counter, no one there… we waited a bit and browsed the selection. Unfortunately, not much selection.
We agreed on a croissant with ham and cheese (they warmed it up) and 2 mini lemon pies. The croissant was delicious and the mini (and I do mean mini!) pies were good but at the price point, it was a little expensive for what it was. It was good enough to give them another shot though –I haven’t ruled them out, I look forward to coming back and getting some more bites.

On our way to pick up a good friend we decided to stop by for a quick breakfast. We used our Unilocal app and found Egmondt Fine Bakery in our vicinity, so we made a quick detour.
When we arrive, the bakery was empty and there was only a group of people seating on one table. They seemed to be part of the staff, as when we walked in one of the ladies in the table greeted us with a warm welcome.
The woman behind the counter was not as welcoming, but she wasnt awful either. She just seemed like she did not want to be there on a Saturday morning. Granted, it was early, but if you ARE going to be there, you might as well be nice about it… I digress.
The selection was very limited, I was looking for pastries, and was very disappointed by the 3 things they had. We ended up ordering a ham/​cheese croissant and two of the lemon pie cups. The croissant was super greasy, but it taste good. The lemon pie mini cups were really good, but tiny. We paid about 9 dollars for those 3 things. Now, when I say the lemon pie cups were tiny, I mean TINY. Like, one bite tiny. But all in all, it was a good place to stop for a quick bite.

Why would you go across the street to Starbucks when you could get the same amount of food and quality coffee at this wonderful place? From homemade bread, pastries, cakes etc. To super friendly staff this place is perfect to sit on you tablet or to enjoy your lunch break. Highly recommend it.

I’m sad to write this review. I found this bakery 4 months ago and was excited that they opened at 7 a. m and had the best croissants. A couple of months ago they changed their croissants but they were still high quality; buttery and flakey. This morning the croissants looked and tasted like they were from Costco. Doughy with no flavor. Very disappointing that we would pay the price for low quality. I’ll go back to croissant time on Federal highway but they open later.

food outstanding; great breads and pastries; all fresh and delicious. Service is lacking, I have been numerous times; slow and disorganized. If it wasn’t for the outstanding food, I wouldn’t go back because service is consistently bad.

…jumping off the #10 bus heading for JPMorgan bank this morning around 8:30AM i passed this place i never saw before, EGMONDT, and had to go in to see if it was REAL (and not some staged set for the boat show or some other production)…anyway very good coffee and the sausage and swiss on baugette drizzled with olive oil was very continental indeed… however what really caught my attention was this table for six, three two person heavy leather covered benches, and a leaf shaped symetrical large wood dark stained table (and a perfect artsy unique dining room table accent piece for my daughters mansion)…SO SO FAR THE PLACE IS LIKE NO OTHER here in downtown (quite UNderstated UNpromoted UNassuming and NON-​hispanic ! (actually they are from Belgium) WITH FREE yes free PARKING ! !
i only give it THREE STARS because i haven’t yet tried the actual BAKERY PART of it and was actually more distracted by the table SO i plan to go back for more
the service seemed to have a vested interest in the few other patrons and may have known them personally, or else were just finding on a lark, compatriots speaking the lingo, and the pair of servers kept apace and aimed to please, BUT were rushed and busy despite so few patrons — i would like to see, once they get organized, how they convey a real european-​style slow pace to tasting food and relaxing at a meal, similar to GRAND FORNO on Las Olas (although that mid-​morning group is more likely on xanax) while watching the rest of the world rush by (on broward and federal)
it seemed even building occupants were feeling their way around the menu and seating arrangements so being NEW i wasn’t the only one groaping around for the essence and meaning of the place — but i shall return and furthur advise

K

The bakery/​patisserie that my spouse and I have been waiting for after seven years in Fort Lauderdale. Delicious pastries, no chalky or gummy mouth feel, not artificial taste to any of their flavors, AND courteous service. Much better than Pan’e Dolci, and Croissant Time by far. First time it’s hard to find; NE corner of US 1 and Broward Blvd, indoor parking entrance on US 1, just north of the Broward Blvd. intersection in The Waverly Condominium. Entrance to bakery is on Broward Blvd.
Owner is charming young Belgian woman. Interior could be more cozy, with warmer colors. GO TODAY BEFORE MORE PEOPLE DISCOVER THIS WONDER!!!

The customer service there was horrible! I literally had to walk out of that bakery because the foreign lady that worked this evening (Tuesday, Oct 1, 2013), yelled «what do you want», when I was asking what was in their fruit salad. Their menu has no description at all. After the 3^rd time of her saying «what do you want», loudly and rude, I told her that I didn’t want anything because of her attitude and walked out. There was a young man in there that was trying to be helpful but I believe he was new so he couldn’t help me much. When I was walking away she said «thank you!». How rude! I would never recommend this place to anyone and I did not deserve the be treated the way that I did. I’m not going back.

Excellent all around! Prices are pretty good considering that most of everything is fresh. The customer service is really fun to chat with as well. There is parking on the corner in a lot and is free.

If you’re a craving a true European bakery atmosphere and delicious pastries, breads, Petit Dejeuner or lunch, salads and much more… then you must try Egmondt fine bakery. Dine in or take out. I also practice my French with the staff, who are most kind and friendly. I need my European café fix every once in a while and it sure takes care of that. Located on the corner of Broward and Federal Hwy. at The Waverly Condominium, and there is parking in the back. It’s a quick walk to or from Las Olas Blvd.

Classically, unapologetically, authentically, unpretentiously European. So, if you enjoy french baking, go here. Their «fast food» includes hand held treats like ham & cheese croissants, bacon/​egg/​cheese turnover, and assorted sandwiches. Hang around only a few minutes after ordering and enjoy quiche; fresh cooked eggs, bacon & crusty roll or a heaping slice of veggie lasagna with salad. But, the real treats are their patisseries, viennoiseries and boulangeries. And did I mention macarons? These chewy, decadent little cookies will make your day. I tried rose flavor and chocolate — and they were both perfect.
Everything is baked on premises. No need to fly to Europe — it’s here.

What Fort Lauderdale has been missing — an authentic bakery and coffee shop. This place filled the void: I was just glowing from the moment I entered to the moment I left, so happy to finally have somewhere (so close and accessible!) so I don’t have to go to Starbucks or Brew Urban… or, god forbid, einstein’s for breakfast to-​go.
Inexpensive menu with variety according to your appetite and preference… The staff is modest and lovely, helpful and kind.
The Waverly above has plenty of garage parking available.
I left with four business cards and a couple pamphlets to share with others. I am happy to share it here, too :)
We need more places like this!

Cute little place went in to check out. Definately a nice spot if you live in the Waverly or you work around the area. Not a huge selection the breads looked really good. Nice to go in check out small little café. The baked goods were ok tried a cookie the cookie was good. Not to sure how quick the turnover is. ALso behind the Waverly they have tons of parking.

In the white noise of so-​called bakeries who don’t even make their own products, emerges a Belgian delight. Egmondt Fine Bakery is a family-​owned shop which makes ALL its creations fresh every day. The ever evolving offerings ensures that every visit will be a new experience, while maintaining traditional favorites. If you’ve never tried a Belgian patisserie or boulangerie, then you’re in for a treat. Fresh breads with a REAL crust, pastries, macarons, cookies, cakes and even soups and sandwiches. Try the lobster bisque when it’s available or the chicken curry sandwich. They have coffees, espressos and cappuccinos if you need that pick-​me-​up. All fresh and made to order!