Best French Bakery in Mississauga

"Just as day drinking at Trinity Bellwoods (ahem, with 9,000 of your closest friends) is a summer tradition that’s best retired for 2020, it might be a good call to skip Bang Bang’s 30-minute-long lineup, too. Instead, consider ordering in from the Ossington ice cream shop. Go the DIY route and get a six-pack of freshly baked cookies and a pint of just-churned ice cream in flavours like burnt toffee, London fog or peanut butter cup, and assemble your own sweet sandwiches."

"What is it: Pilot Coffee is specialty coffee culture at its finest. Combining the roastery with a lab, tasting bar and the heart of their distribution center, this unassuming east-end locale is serving (and supplying) some of the best coffee in the city. Why go: This warehouse-turned-coffee-culture-mecca is not your average coffee shop, it’s a coffee experience."

"A big part of why Toronto's coffee culture has had such a glow-up story is Pilot Coffee Roasters. What started as one coffeeshop in Leslieville quickly blossomed into a franchise of stores and a roastery across the city, all with the same mission statement – providing great coffee in a way that benefits growers and consumers alike. We'll drink to that."

"Next pick is one that is located in Yorkville for those of you looking to switch it up from the typical southern core spots. The Pilot’s is a large steel rooftop patio (The Flight Deck) with an interesting history. The Pilot offers up some high end eats if you’re looking for a nice place to eat while still keeping that bar vibe going."

"Dineen Coffee Co. is a stylish, retrofitted, cozy coffee shop just south of the Eaton Centre in a super cool old heritage building that was once a hat and fur manufacturing company. Stay in and check out the renaissance revival decor, or get a cup to go and stroll through Cloud Gardens Conservatory just ½ a block west on Temperance Street."

"What is it: Located in the epicenter of the Financial District, this historic spot that used to house the hat and fur retailer W."

"LeTAO on College Street is a Japanese ice cream concept now available in Canada. Established in Japan over 20 years ago, the Toronto flagship store is the first location outside of Asia, opening in late May 2019. LeTAO’s name is based on the first letters of the French phrase “La Tour Amitie Otaru” meaning “The Amiable Tower of Otaru.” It was meant to be a beacon of hope during the depression and meant to show pride for the city."

"These guys don’t have as diverse an offering as some others on our list, but if you’re looking for a great cupcake, you can’t go wrong with Bitten. While they may be famous for their over-the-top cupcakes, their butter tarts are some of the best in the city."

"This popular Locke Street coffee shop offers a flavourful lunch and dinner menu of animal-free ingredients. Choose from mains like the chickpea smash melt, falafel pita, and pierogi pizza, plus apps and salads. Must-try: Their most popular item is cauliflower wings: crispy cauliflower tossed in a choice of spicy Sriracha lime sauce, bourbon BBQ, sweet and sour, or sweet apple garlic sauce."

"The vegetarian/vegan menu here includes a section for kids, too, like the kid-sized portion of their famous cauliflower wings and vegan grilled cheese. Dessert options include made-to-order crepes, local craft ice cream, and a rotating selection of baked goods (how good do Oreo stuffed cookie bars sound?). Must-try: The house-made crispy falafel on a warm pita is simply delicious."

"Democracy on Locke understands that dietary restrictions shouldn’t stand in the way of access to delicious, indulgent food. The coffee shop sells plenty of vegan and gluten-free goods, allowing a wider demographic to come in and enjoy their food. While all of their food is great (have you tried their nachos?) we’re really big fans of their donuts."

"Looking for soft and squishy gluten-free bread that doesn't resemble cardboard at all?. Look no further than Cock-A-Doodle-Doo bake shop on Bloor Street West. Bonus, the goodies here are also free of dairy, soy and corn."

"Brunch it up with the delicious eats available at this outdoor spot. They have all the signature breakfast items you could dream of, from eggs benny to French toast to vegan options. Plus, a ton of cocktails available too."

"You'll taste the difference at Breezy's thanks to their from-scratch approach to fresh, quality ingredients. You'll find generous portions of all the breakfast classics (and a great kid's menu) at this family run operation with locations in both Freelton (close to Christie Lake and Valens Conservation Areas) and the east end near Gage Park."

"This diner-inspired, family-run restaurant has a little bit of something for all ages and appetites. The restaurant’s colour palette is orange and grey with wood and chrome accents. There’s plenty of space to accommodate guests, with a multitude of tables and booths to choose from."

"If you think you’ve tried every macaron flavour out there, think again. This new spot in Toronto has mastered the art of creative cooking. They’ve got all the classics like creme brûlée and matcha, plus some crazy picks like cheeseburger and corn."