The Pastry Portal – French
This whimsical bakeshop serves as a fragrant gateway to indulgence, where the golden, shatter-crisp layers of artisanal croissants meet the comforting aroma of warm cinnamon rolls draped in velvety cream cheese icing. Behind the glass, decadent chocolate-dipped donuts and savory garlic cheddar scones sit alongside vibrant funfetti cake bars, inviting guests to discover a world where nostalgic sweets and modern flavors collide. Every bite offers a sensory escape, from the rich crunch of a pistachio-studded cookie to the tender, cream-filled heart of a classic Boston cream.
Montrose Avenue https://www.itsthepastryportal.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, gluten-free, pescatarian
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the excellent food and generous portions, frequently noting that the intimate setting creates a truly memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the welcoming and knowledgeable service, praising the staff for their expertise and warm hospitality.
Menu
Pastries and Sweets
- Almond Croissant - $6.5: A twice baked croissant filled with a sweet almond frangipane and topped with toasted almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Banana Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Boston Cream Donut - $4.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Chip Cookie - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Chip Pistachio Cookie - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Dip Donut - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cinnamon Roll with Cream Cheese Icing - $5.5: A soft & fluffy cinnamon roll covered in a sweet cream icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Classic Croissant - $4.5: Our classic buttery & flaky croissant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- GF Funfetti Cake Bar - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Cheddar Scone - $4.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Glazed London Fog Croissant - $6: A classic croissant dipped in an Earl Grey glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Honey Mozzarella Pizza Pretzel Bun - $6.25: A soft pizza pretzel bun baked with mozzarella and topped with a drizzle of honey and thyme Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lemon Bar - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lemon Sugar Bomb - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Red Velvet Cookie - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vanilla Glaze Donut - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Lunch
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich - $10.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Turkey, Brie, Red Pepper Jelly on Brioche - $12.95: Turkey, Brie, Red Pepper Jelly Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Turkey, Brie, Red Pepper Jelly on Rosemary Focaccia - $13.5: Turkey, Brie, Red Pepper Jelly, Spinach, Garlic Mayo on Rosemary Focaccia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Beverages
- Coffee ~ Hot or Iced - $4.5: Smoking Gun espresso beans, optional syrups, cold foams and milk alternatives
- Not Coffee ~ Hot or Iced - $5: A variety of teas including Matcha, London Fogs & Chai Lattes