Passionate, our bakers rely on respect for artisanal methodologies in order to make breads with a unique and delicious taste. Slow fermentation promotes the development of flavors, aromas and the obtaining of a beautiful golden crust. A pleasure in every bite!
Les Moulins La Fayette is described as a welcoming Parisian style bakery cafe in Calgary with an exquisite display of croissants, viennoiseries, tarts and quiches and a vibe that transports guests to a small Paris cafe. Reviews praise strong coffee and a range of desserts including a tiramisu considered among the best, along with standout items like a broccoli chicken puff pastry and croque monsieur, while some offerings are said to be just okay and the coffee can vary with customization. The cafe also serves prepared lunches and grab and go meals, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting, though seating can be limited; an open design and glass walls help the space feel airy in the mall setting. Staff are described as friendly, attentive and efficient, making recommendations and handling orders smoothly, contributing to an elevated experience that many see as a Calgary gem and a go to for authentic pastries and high quality cafe fare. A few caveats include occasional inconsistent coffee quality and a burnt batch of cookies in one visit, with some patrons noting the use of take away cups rather than dine in mugs.
This place has gone down in service & cleanliness. The food is mediocre. Four of us went there on a Sunday, ordered teas & coffees & some desserts. The place & the employees were so disorganized, the place looked a bit dirty. No plates, no utensils to use, no washroom to wash our hands before eating to prevent viral & bacterial cross contamination. I understand that they need to keep certain people out of their bathrooms, but this is ridiculous & extremely unhygienic. At least a hand washing station should be provided for their customers. Due to major fact that the serving place was dirty & disorganized, I will not recommend this place at all.
Jan 26, 2026
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The coffee is great, & they offer a nice variety of desserts & snacks. Some items are really good, while others are just okay. The staff is friendly & helpful, & the atmosphere is very pleasant.
From the moment I stepped into Les Moulins La Fayette at The CORE, I was transported to a classic French boulangerie the aroma of freshly baked breads & pastries welcomed me instantly. The display was exquisite: delicate viennoiseries, flaky croissants, beautifully glazed tarts, & savory quiches looked like works of art.I ordered a cappuccino & a croissant, & both were exceptional. The croissant balanced crisp, buttery layers with a melt-in-your-mouth interior; the cappuccino was rich, smooth, & perfectly warmed. The café also offers prepared lunches & grab-&-go gourmet meals, making it ideal whether you're stopping in for breakfast or a quick midday bite.
The atmosphere is warm & inviting, with a cozy café feel right in the bustle of the mall. Even though seating is limited, the open design & glass wall make the space feel airy & connected.
The staff were pleasant & attentive, offering recommendations & handling orders with efficiency. The overall experience felt elevated like wandering into a small Paris café but right in the heart of Calgary.If you love authentic French pastries, high-quality café fare, & a charming ambiance in the downtown core, Les Moulins La Fayette at The CORE is a go-to for me. I'll absolutely be back it's one of Calgary's gems.
food is ok, not great but decent. coffee is just not as good. if you order 2 cream or milk & 1 sugar. prepare to add more sugar because its gonna be different on what you ask. no dine in mugs?? Just to go cups for coffee?
I would say 5 Stars pastry in a shopping center
Great thanks to the chef & all the staff,
Highly recommend whenever you visit this beautiful city of Calgary
Came by to pick up a quick snack & bought a bag of butterfly cookies for my son. I should have checked the bag more carefully cause I didn't notice the bottom half of the bag was filled with burnt cookies! No, not chocolate flavoured. Just burnt flavoured. I'm really surprised an upscale cafe like this wouldn't just throw this batch of cookies out.
3 stars for the 3 unburnt cookies that were pretty tasty.
Came here for a red velvet cookie one time & was disappointed as it was hard & dry (felt like it has been there for a few days). Decided to give it another shot for a muffin, asked for a raspberry banana muffin but was given a double chocolate & I noticed it after I left the store........... will not be back sadly.
