There’s just something about an old-school artisan bakery, where everything is made fresh every morning and the place just smells otherworldly when you walk in. If you want the best of the best, you’d better be there early – and we mean early! – because the loyalists will often be there at the crack of dawn and the best bread and pastries can sell out in a flash. That’s definitely the case at Le French Dad Boulangerie, the best bakery in Montclair, NJ. Tucked into a tiny storefront in the town’s busy shopping and dining district, it’s an authentic French bakery by way of a baker who actually trained in France before coming to ply his wares in the Garden State. You can taste the difference – and so can all the locals – so come on down to Le French Dad and see what all the fuss is about!

Le French Dad is a tiny storefront, but it wants you to know this store is French inside and out!
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Inside, it's little more than a counter, but that's because this small space is packed with all the baked goods you could possibly want.
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The highlight is the fresh-baked breads - all in the classic French tradition. The baguettes are so much crisper and more flavorful than you'll find at a supermarket.
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So much care is put into each and every pastry - just look at all those delicate layers in the pain au chocolate!
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The sweet mini-tarts are the perfect choice if you want something rich but don't want a massive dessert.
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All the varieties are great, but the small fruit tarts are something else - they're basically edible works of art!
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It wouldn't be a French bakery without some savory options, so keep an eye on the specials of the day. You might just find your lunch here as well.
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And of course, you'll want to get a box of macarons for the road. These delicate, multi-flavored crispy treats are the perfect party gift!
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Have you tried the artisan French bread and pastries at Le French Dad Boulangerie? Let us know what you tried and if you think it’s the best bakery in Montclair, NJ in the comments section! The offerings change all the time, so keep an eye on Le French Dad Boulangerie’s website and the bakery’s Facebook for all the latest details. While you’re visiting Montclair, why not visit the town’s secret rose garden, or book a stay at the town’s most famous hotel?

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Le French Dad Boulangerie, 10 Church St, Montclair, NJ 07042, USA