La Bohemia Bakery

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    $ Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches
    Closed7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for kids

    Location & Hours

    Mon

    • Closed

    Tue

    • 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Wed

    • 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Thu

    • 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Closed now

    Fri

    • 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Sat

    • 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Sun

    • 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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    • Q:

      Do they have seating inside for lunch?

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      I think they have two small tables inside.

      Nola L. 
      6 years ago 1 person found this helpful
    • Q:

      Do the make kougin amann?

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      Yes, they do! I just saw that particular pastry there this past weekend.

      Kara Y. 
      6 years ago 1 person found this helpful

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    • Photo of Sarah H.
      Sarah H.
      McLean, VA
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      Feb 10, 2024

      I really wanted to love this place, especially since it's a small business. We ordered a ham and Brie sandwich, almond croissant, and a napoleon. We were going to order coffee but it comes from a keurig machine and felt like skipping today.

      The ham and Brie sandwich was quite disappointing. The mustard was too much and the bread was stale. We couldn't finish it and thought, wow, how can a sandwich be this messed up?

      The almond croissant was over baked. It lacked the crispy flakes that a croissant needs. It also was a bit burnt on the bottom.

      The napolean was probably the best choice of the 3. It was flaky and has just the right amount of custard. It was good. I wish he hadn't tossed a cake into a paper bag. A cake ought to come in a structured container to preserve its shape.

      I came here after reading all the good reviews. Perhaps the reviews are outdated. Unfortunately, we won't be coming back for a Saturday lunch.

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      D'artagnan D.
      Baltimore, MD
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      Sep 22, 2023

      The pictures and the hopes of finding a rose among the thorns of neighboring retail space and drab surroundings drew me to this bakery.

      My first occasion, I was greeted by a lone customer dining at the window table. She said I'd need to shout my presence because the staff were in the back baking.

      Grateful for the chance to check out the wares in peace, I nodded my thanks to her and silently perused the pastries. What I saw looked ok but perhaps dried out from sitting on the counter uncovered for who knows how long. Nothing looked so inviting, and the staff never emerged. So, I grabbed a meal elsewhere.

      The second time I visited, a gentleman was waiting on customers. I ordered a sandwich, which was tasty enough, and two pastries. My request for one of the advertised coffee beverages was shot down gruffly with a grunt, and a head shake (a la "no cappuccino for you") but without explanation.

      I get why people feel like the service is atrocious. They're not wrong, if the charmer who prepared and rang up my food is any indication. The bad service isn't redeemed by the food.

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      Yumi M.
      Chevy Chase, MD
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      Nov 10, 2022

      Wow, their bread pudding was amazing. I never care for bread pudding, but I can see myself coming back here just for that.

      The croissant was average, it lacked in flakey consistency.

      Recommend coming in early in the day as they run out.

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      Lina A.
      Avalon, NJ
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      Nov 16, 2023

      It is still as good as I remember it over a year ago. Told bad I didn't get my coffee. They didn't have any made. Croissant was very flaky and buttery.

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      Mar 12, 2023

      My friend and I went here after seeing how varied the review were. I can confidently confirm that the 1-2-3 star reviews have it right, this is not a place worth your time nor money.

      There's no transparent pricing here, there are no labels or price tags. This wouldn't be as big of a problem if employees were willing to converse with you- they aren't.

      Employees are cold and frankly look annoyed around you regardless of your intentions, creating an awkward, isolating, feeling.

      We got three pastries. One was stale and tasteless. One was burnt. And the other was alright-ish, about the quality you'd get at a grocery store, but not worth the $7-8 it'll cost ya.

      We came here because the reviews captured our interest, I implore you not to make the same mistake.

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      Mike C.
      Rockville, MD
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      Feb 25, 2022

      Average pastry accompanied by worse-than-indifferent service. Stopped by around 8am in hopes of fresh treats for a small social event, but as soon as I saw the cases, my heart sank: just a few stragglers here and there. I let the counter person know I'd be asking for several things, and proceeded to begin ordering. As I made my selections they were chucked into one small bag, then another, and after each, the person moved toward the register to get me to finish up. I politely asked when they did their baking, and they silently jerked a thumb toward the back, which I understood to mean "We're working on our delicious creations right now, thank you for asking!" Checkout was abrupt, somewhat messy, and accompanied by a sullen stare when no tip was provided.

      This would all be all right, ish, if the pastry were exceptional. It isn't. Smaller pieces like the minis feature light, buttery pastry, but larger ones, such as the croissants and larger turnovers, are heavy and bland. No pastry filling is better than average quantity or taste. In all, you'll find a better and friendlier experience at your local big brand grocery. To management: I regret having clearly inconvenienced you, and promise it won't happen again.

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      Meredith L.
      Rockville, MD
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      Sad to say this place has gone way downhill. Prices are not posted and we were shocked to see that 3 small pastries added up to $17. Two pastries were $7 each!! Very little variety- even getting my there around 10 am I would think there were be some items left but it was scarce. It made me wonder if they were even made this morning. The man only comes out to the front (from the back room) when he hears someone come in the door. Very little description when we asked what things were because there were labels. No baguettes- they said they weren't ready yet- who knows how long one would need to wait. This place needs a sign out front that isn't faded to the point that it can no longer be read anymore and they need better customer service in addition to just all around better pastries and prices.

      It's so disappointing because we used to love this hidden gem and they even catered the desserts at my wedding but I don't think I will be back again.

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      Benjamin T.
      Rockville, MD
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      Nov 23, 2020

      Two people in the bakery with a line out the door! This bakery is not a hidden secret. The word is out!

      Abiding by Covid guidelines La Bohemia has great sandwiches and the pastries are authentic! If it wasn't so far from me I would be here a few times a week.

      That Atlantic sandwich is the real deal!

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      Kendall O.
      Gaithersburg, MD
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      Oct 15, 2023

      Terrible. I do not recommend. I went because i saw good reviews and i like to pay local businesses. The pastries were cold. No cappuccino, fine, so i got a small coffee. No creamer or sugar provided. When i asked for some he shrugged. Definitely won't be back.

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      Shani L.
      Alexandria, VA
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      Dec 5, 2020

      I went on a Saturday afternoon. No line. I was greeted promptly. After two minutes, a women runs out of the kitchen in a panic because they were out of salmon and ham. I guess that's a very good problem. The sandwiches was very good - ordered the ham and brie and the dry sausage. Cakes are very tasty, and there was enough for two people. The older gentleman serving me was cheerful and helpful, and I felt very safe with everything cleaned and adapted to allow social distancing.

      Lovely French food and would certainly reccomend it!!

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