Welcome to Maison Benoit, a trusted Bakery and Cake Shop serving customers in Danville, CA. With a strong 4.50 rating from 619 reviews, we’re known for quality Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi and reliable service.
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Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A rich, soft cookie dough studded with chocolate chips and generously filled with Benoitella, our homemade hazelnut chocolate spread. Pure comfort, maximum indulgence.
Chocolate and Hazelnut Financier
6 Classic Homemade Meringues
100g mix of caramelized nuts (Pecan, Pistachio, Hazelnut, Walnut, Almond)
9 Christmas themed French Sablés biscuits
Our Baguette Tradition Graines is a variation of the Baguette Tradition which includes a mix of various organic seeds (rye, sunflower, sesame, brown flax), giving it a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
A rustic country loaf generously studded with walnut halves, offering a hearty crumb and deep, nutty flavor. Simple, honest, and timeless.
Country Loaf with Honey and Dried Raisins, Cranberries, Figs and Apricots
Our Gluten Free Bread is made with the simplest and plainest ingredients: rice flour, buckwheat flour, potato starch, yeast, pumpkin seeds, salt and water. Please note that there may be traces of gluten given that it is made in the same kitchen as all our other breads.
Large Country Loaf for these special occasions! Our Country Load is a rustic and hearty artisan bread, prepared with our own levain and characterized by a chewy crust and a soft, flavorful crumb, embodying traditional bread-making craftsmanship.
Half of our Country Loaf, which is a rustic and hearty artisan bread, prepared with our own levain and characterized by a chewy crust and a soft, flavorful crumb, embodying traditional bread-making craftsmanship.
Our French traditional baguette is a crusty, elongated bread with a soft interior, known for its simplicity and iconic role in French culinary culture.
Our Country Loaf is a rustic and hearty artisan bread, prepared with our own levain and characterized by a chewy crust and a soft, flavorful crumb, embodying traditional bread-making craftsmanship.
Only available on Fridays, the Challah has a slightly sweet, eggy taste and a brioche-like consistency.
A flaky puff pastry shell filled with a smooth pistachio custard delicately scented with orange blossom. Rich, aromatic, and balanced, this flan brings together nutty depth and floral freshness in a classic French style pastry.
Our Marquise is a mouth-watering tasting experience. It is made of a delicate pate à choux filled with light custard cream and topped with sweet, crunchy pearl sugar. This is for 1 Marquise.
One of the most popular pastries in Paris nowadays, le Merveilleux is a Meringue with a chocolate ganache filling, wrapped in a coat of chocolate chantilly and chocolate shavings. Deliciously gluten free as well
Our Flan Vanille is a sumptuous vanilla custard dessert cooked in a laminated dough with a caramelized top, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and velvety texture in every spoonful.
Traditional homemade macaron, different flavors available - available in boxes of 5 or 10
A classic Galette des Rois with a rich almond filling and a golden, flaky crust.
Our own version of the traditional Carrot Cake contains raisins, pecan nuts, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger.
Traditional homemade macaron, different flavors available
Our Miroir Chocolat is a classic elegant French dessert, irresistible to chocolate lovers. The combination of the chocolate mousse and the crunchy layer brings a complex and delicate experience that will delight all your senses.
Our Éclair Chocolat is a heavenly pastry filled with rich Valrhona chocolate cream, encased in a delicate pate à choux shell, and finished with a luscious chocolate glaze.
A crisp chou craquelin filled with bright blackcurrant confit, layered with silky chestnut cream and light chestnut whipped cream. An elegant balance of nutty sweetness and vibrant acidity.
A twist on the classic Galette des Rois, filled with smooth peanut almond cream and dark chocolate pieces, wrapped in a crisp, golden puff pastry.
Our Éclair Café is a coffee-infused delight, featuring a light pate à choux shell filled with a velvety coffee-flavored cream and topped with glossy coffee icing.
Our Paris-Brest is a French pastry masterpiece, featuring an eclair shaped choux pastry filled with praline-flavored cream, a praline crunchy layer, and caramelized hazelnuts.
A delicate sweet dough shell filled with pistachio-almond cream, tender apples, and a subtle rosemary caramel. Elegant, aromatic, and quietly indulgent.
Pain d’Épices – Fragrant molasses cake with ginger and winter spices.
A delicate coconut dacquoise layered with rich chocolate brownie, silky milk chocolate crémeux, airy coconut mousse, and finished with a crisp tuile dentelle—light, indulgent, and perfectly balanced.
Our Marquise is a mouth-watering tasting experience. It is made of a delicate pate à choux filled with light chocolate flavored custard cream and topped with cocoa powder sweet, crunchy pearl sugar. This is for 1 Marquise.
Our Mille-Feuille is a delicate French pastry, layering flaky puff pastry with luscious vanilla custard, creating a heavenly combination of textures and flavors.
Our Lemon Meringue Tart is a citrusy sensation with a delicate almond filling topped with a zesty lemon curd dome and surrounded by a fluffy meringue.
A chocolate flavored traditional Carrot Cake.
1 Gal hot water accompanied with 15 assorted tea bags (mix of Earl Grey Imperial, The sur le Nil, and Chamomile Herbal tea)
Brewed overnight with our Mocha Java blend from Equator Coffees -
Our Marquise is a mouth-watering tasting experience. It is made of a delicate pate à choux filled with light chocolate flavored custard cream and topped with cocoa powder sweet, crunchy pearl sugar. This is for 1 Marquise.
Brewed with the Equator Blend from Equator Coffees
Our Marquise is a mouth-watering tasting experience. It is made of a delicate pate à choux filled with light custard cream and topped with sweet, crunchy pearl sugar. This is for 1 Marquise.
The Canelé is a small French pastry from the Bordeaux region in France. It has a tender custard center and a dark, thick caramelized crust, offering a perfect blend of sweet and tender textures in each exquisite bite.
Chouquettes are small popular French pastries. They are round, airy choux pastries with a sweet, crunchy pearl sugar topping on the outside. Simply elegant and delicious. This is for 10 Chouquettes.
Chouquettes are small popular French pastries. They are round, airy choux pastries with a sweet, crunchy pearl sugar topping on the outside. Simply elegant and delicious. This is for 1 Chouquette.
Iced Tea prepared with our Black Tea from Mariage Freres
Our Americano is a rich and smooth coffee beverage made by combining espresso shot(s) from Equator Coffees with hot water, creating a bold and satisfying drink. You can choose the number of shots, regular coffee or decaf and a selection of flavors.
Our Macchiato is made with Equator Coffees' flavorful beans. A Macchiato has the highest ratio of espresso to milk to ensure that the added milk moderates the taste of the coffee without overwhelming it. You can choose the number the shots, regular or decaf as well as several options of flavors and milk substitutions.
Fresh mint leaves gently infused into espresso, blended with housemade vanilla and steamed milk for a smooth, aromatic latte with a naturally refreshing finish.
Espresso blended with warm brown sugar and cinnamon, then steamed with your choice of milk for a cozy, spiced latte inspired by the classic cookie.
Our Drip Coffee comes from Equator Coffees and is a simple yet satisfying beverage. You can choose to add foam milk and a selection of flavors and milk substitutions.
Housemade hot chocolate crafted with Valrhona chocolate and infused with steamed peppermint candy for a rich, velvety drink with a refreshing holiday finish.
Our local honey paired with rich espresso and your choice of milk with cinnamon
A smooth blend of premium matcha powder from our friends at Mizuba Tea and steamed milk, creating a creamy and vibrant green tea latte with a delicate balance of sweetness and earthy undertones. No sugar added.
Our Hot Chocolate is a heavenly velvety mix of chocolate and warm milk topped with our homemade whipped cream.
Our Cappuccino is an 8oz espresso-based coffee from Equator Coffees, prepared with steamed milk foam. You can choose the number of shots, regular coffee or decaf, and a selection of flavors and milk substitutions.
100% housemade matcha with tea sourced from the Mizuba Tea Company
Sometimes we just need a glass of hot milk! You can choose additional flavors and milk substitutions.
Choose from our handpicked selection of French Mariage Freres teas, including black, green, red and herbal teas and enjoy the elegance and refinement of the products from the famous Parisian House of Tea founded in 1854.
Hot 100% homemade drink with apples and spices (cinnamon cloves and ginger), perfect for the fall and winter seasons!
Our Espresso is made with Equator Coffees' flagship Espresso beans. You can choose the number of shots, regular coffee or decaf, and add a selection of flavors.
Brewed overnight with our Mocha Java blend from Equator Coffees
Steamed milk infused with peppermint candy and blended with rich mocha sauce for a smooth, chocolatey drink with a refreshing mint finish.
Our House-Brewed drip coffee using the Equator Blend with half steamed milk of your choice!
Iced Tea prepared with our Mariage Freres The Sur le Nil Mint Green Tea
Our Latte is a delightful creamy coffee prepared with beans from Equator Coffees, milk and steamed milk foam. You can choose the number of shots, regular coffee or decaf, and a selection of flavors and milk substitutions.
High-extraction bread flour from the milling company that we use at Maison Benoit. The description from Central Milling states: "This “old-world” bread flour is a blend of Hard Red Wheat and has been designed specifically by artisan bread bakers. This organic bread flour is perfect for sourdough, rustic European, and American-style breads of any shape and size. It also works very well in bread machines and for making laminated doughs (like croissants), quick breads (like banana bread), brown
Equator Coffees' Decaf Espresso is a blend of two coffees from South America that are decaffeinated using the water process of caffeine extraction. This delicate Decaf has the balance and versatility to stand alone or be paired with milk.
A French traditional pork sausage with white wine and onions. Great for Cassoulet.
This 100% organic and natural jam is made from fresh strawberries, combined with sugar and pectin for a perfectly sweet and spreadable treat.
Cup filled with the artisanal organic honey we source from a local farm
Equator Coffees' namesake blend features coffees from some of the world’s best known growing regions, custom crafted by expert roasters to create a smooth and complex blend that pairs well with milk but also tastes great on its own.
Unbleached malted organic all-purpose flour from the milling company that we use at Maison Benoit. The description from Central Milling states: "This is not your typical organic all-purpose flour … it will knock your socks off! We make this unbleached flour with low-protein organic hard red winter wheat and then add organic malted barley. Organic Beehive will give your biscuits, pancakes, quick breads, pie crusts and dinner rolls a perfectly soft, yet strong structure. It can even make killer
A traditional South of France blood pudding sausage made of pork blood, onions, and spices.
A spicy Mediterranean all-natural lamb sausage. Perfect on the grill, great for Couscous and BBQ. - Delicious in our Baguette Tradition!
Our housemade chai paired with our housemade pumpkin spice syrup (organic pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, all spice, ginger, and cloves) paired with your choice of milk.
A traditional French sausage made with chicken and pork flavored with milk and a touch of Brandy.
Our brown sugar and pumpkin housemade syrups paired with espresso and your choice of milk!
Tigerwalk Espresso is Equator Coffees' flagship espresso! It was designed to highlight sweet, fruit-forward flavors.
This rich, flavorful French Saucisson Sec from Fabrique Delices has an excellent balance of seasoning and flavor. The pork meat is blended with fresh garlic, sea salt, and black peppercorn in an all-natural beef casing, cured 30 days, and then hand-tied. Gluten-Free.
Cup filled with our 100% homemade strawberry jam
Rich, flavorful Spanish-style dry-cured sausage from Fabrique Delices. This chorizo has an excellent balance of seasoning and is flavored with paprika.
Our favorite butter - crispy salt crystals from Guerande, Beurre de Baratte
The Almond Croissant is a delightful variation of the classic French pastry, filled with almond cream and topped with sliced almonds for a sweet and nutty flavor.
Manufactured by SIC (Seriously Ice Cold), these are very high quality tumblers to save on packaging and carry your delicious Maison Benoit hot or iced drinks around!
Perfect cloth bag for your baguette
The ultimate cooking chic! Beautifully embroidered in the front, comfortable to wear... the ideal gift!
Our Ivory Three-Quarter Zip Sweatshirt blends everyday comfort with a sharp, understated look. Made from a soft, durable cotton-blend fleece, it features a clean stand collar, smooth zipper, and a relaxed yet structured fit. Finished with our embroidered logo for a subtle, elevated touch, this piece layers easily and wears well from morning prep to evening downtime.
Our Maison Benoit T-Shirt is made with the Comfort Colors pigment-dyed tee, offering a soft, broken-in feel from day one. Cut in a relaxed fit and finished in a deep True Navy, it’s designed for everyday wear without fuss.
A delicate sweet dough crust filled with fresh mangoes and topped with a rich whipped matcha cream.
Our Pain Suisse is a sophisticated and elegant pastry, made with a croissant dough lightly filled with chocolate chips and pastry cream, creating a delightful combination of fluffy texture and indulgent flavor.
Our Baguette Viennoise is a very classic soft and sweet mini-baguette, enriched with butter and often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack.
The Canelé is a small French pastry from the Bordeaux region in France. It has a tender custard center and a dark, thick caramelized crust, offering a perfect blend of sweet and tender textures in each exquisite bite.
Brioche with Cinnamon
The Almond Croissant is a delightful variation of the classic French pastry, filled with almond cream and topped with sliced almonds for a sweet and nutty flavor.
Our Croissant is a delightful buttery and flaky French pastry made with premium French Isigny Butter. It recently won San Francisco’s 2025 Best Croissant Competition!
Our Chausson aux Pommes is a French Apple Turnover made with our special puff pastry and filled with homemade applesauce, with a light touch of cinnamon. We also add a few dried apple pieces, giving a bit of extra texture to this favorite French snack.
Chouquettes are small popular French pastries. They are round, airy choux pastries with a sweet, crunchy pearl sugar topping on the outside. Simply elegant and delicious. This is for 10 Chouquettes.
Our Pain aux Raisins is a delectable French pastry, featuring a swirl of buttery, flaky dough filled with sweet pastry cream and plump raisins.
Chouquettes are small popular French pastries. They are round, airy choux pastries with a sweet, crunchy pearl sugar topping on the outside. Simply elegant and delicious. This is for 1 Chouquette.
Our Pain au Chocolat is made with layers of light, flaky dough wrapped around two sticks of Valrhona chocolate, creating a deliciously indulgent treat.
A buttery, flaky croissant filled with a smooth lemon custard, finished with a light Italian meringue lightly torched for a delicate caramelized top. Bright, balanced, and unmistakably fresh.
The Almond Pain au Chocolat is a variation of the chocolate croissant, filled with almond cream and topped with roasted almonds.
Our Brioche is a buttery and indulgent French pastry topped with sugar pearls, prized for its soft, fluffy texture and rich flavor, making it a sweet treat any time of day.
Our Baguette Viennoise Chocolat is a version of our Baguette Viennoise with semi-sweet chocolate chips. A snack favorite for all French kids!
Kouign-amann is a sweet, laminated Breton pastry that originated in the 19th century in Douarnenez, France. The name translates to "butter cake" in Breton and is pronounced "queen ah-MANN". The pastry is made with layers of butter and sugar folded into bread dough, similar to puff pastry but with fewer layers.
10 or 12 Fl Oz fresh squeezed orange delight any time of day!
12 Fl Oz diet cola made from a complex blend of citrus oils and hints of spices.
250 mL fine quality natural mineral water that flows from a natural spring in the San Pellegrino Terme area in Val Brembana, nestled in the foothills of the Italian Alps.
12 oz Coca-Cola can.
12 Fl Oz Root Beer with a rich sassafras flavor derived from cinnamon, sweet birch, vanilla, and wintergreen oil.
12 Fl Oz cane sugar cola. A delicious cola derived from oils of orange, lemon and lime, with hints of nutmeg, coriander and lavender.
16.9 Fl Oz Crystal Geyser Alpine Spring Water.
Our Vegetarian Pesto Sandwich is a Ciabatta shaped baguette with some Roasted Eggplant and Roasted Tomatoes, and Pesto and Arugula.
Our Smoked Salmon Tartine is a gourmet delight, featuring thinly sliced smoked salmon atop Country bread, adorned with cream cheese, dill and lemon for a sophisticated flavor profile.
Our BLT Sandwich is a crispy and satisfying combination of bacon, lettuce, and tomato, nestled in a soft baguette viennoise. Contains Pork.
Our Ham and Cheese Croissant is the croissant version of our customer's favorite, pairing savory ham and Comté cheese in a perfect fresh croissant. Contains Pork.
Our Quiche Salmon is a savory delight, filled with a rich and creamy mixture and smoked salmon in a buttery crust.
Rotating monthly selection of soup - currently a Tomato soup served with a piece of grilled cheese.
Our Quiche Lorraine is a savory delight, filled with a rich and creamy mixture of bacon, eggs, and cheese in a buttery crust, creating a classic French culinary experience. Contains Pork.
Our Quiche Spinach and Feta is a savory delight, filled with a rich and creamy mixture of Spinach, eggs and feta in a buttery crust.
Our Avocado Toast Tartine is our own version of the trendy dish featuring mashed avocado and red onions on our Country Loaf bread.
Our cheesy garlic bread is a soft, golden pull-apart bread made with baguette dough, infused with garlic and filled generously with creamy cream cheese for a rich, savory, and comforting bite.
Our Parisian Sandwich is a classic favorite, pairing savory ham and Comté cheese in a French Tradition baguette for a timeless and satisfying meal. Contains Pork.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich made with our Halal Chicken, melted comte cheese, marinated tomatoes, lettuce and red onion, mixed with Mayo and Dijon Mustard.
Our chakchouka croissant is filled with a homemade chakchouka of slow-simmered vegetables and spices, then topped with melted mozzarella for a savory, comforting twist on a classic croissant.
Our Croque Monsieur is a classic French grilled ham and cheese sandwich, elevated with a creamy béchamel sauce and a golden, crispy exterior. It is made on our Pain de Mie (white bread). Contains Pork.
Our hot dog features a soft viennoise bun filled with savory sausage, sour cream and mustard, finished with a generous topping of shredded cheddar for a rich, comforting bite.
Our Bayonne sandwich features the exquisite French cured ham, known for its rich flavor and tender texture nested in a Tradition half-baguette, creating a savory and indulgent delight. Contains Pork.
Hear from our valued guests
This is a cozy bakery in Danville downtown. The baked goods are Amazing! I plan to explore the menu fully over the next few visits.
Literally the best pastries I have ever had. The staff was so nice and polite and the atmosphere was chefs kiss. Next time i’m in San Francisco, I will be coming again!
Amazing bakery. Everything is delicious. The pastries are beautiful and delicious. The croissants are flaky and absolutely top tier. However the pan suisse is not to be missed. I would argue that it's better than the chocolate croissant, which is amazing. My other favorite dessert are the choquettes. So simple, but so delicious. They also have baguette sandwiches and the avocado toast is on another level with the pickled red onions and the balsamic drizzle. When you are at Maison Benoit you feel like you are being transported to a cafe in Europe. It's perfection!
Super delicious and soft pastries, a huge variety as well. We ordered multiple sweet and savory and they were all amazing! Coffee was good as well. Line was very long when we arrived but went by extremely fast.
It was my first time visiting, and I had a wonderful experience! The bakery is charming, with a cozy atmosphere that’s perfect for spending time with friends. We ordered a variety of items, including dessert, coffee, hot chocolate, a veggie quiche, and a breakfast plate. The food was delicious, and the quality exceeded expectations. Everything was prepared quickly, which was a nice surprise. The outdoor dining area is an added bonus, allowing for a relaxed and pleasant experience, especially on a nice day. Overall, it’s a great spot to enjoy good food, great company, and a welcoming environment. I’ll definitely be back!
I’ve been living in Danville for 3 years and only found this hidden gem last week.
Looking for an afternoon pick me up, we stumbled upon this fine bakery located in the heart of Danville.
This place recently won Best Croissant in San Francisco, and after visiting a few times, I can see why. The croissants are excellent, and they offer a wide variety of pastry options. Even when there’s a line, it usually moves pretty fast.
Hands down the best croissant I’ve had in ages - impossibly flaky layers, buttery perfection in every bite. The canelé was caramelized and custardy inside, and the baguette? Crisp, chewy, and full of flavor - was not ‘rock hard’ like other places.
Located on Railroad Street, which is the heart of Downtown Danville. This is a must visit award winning, French bakery. Known for their delicious, crispy croissants. I recommend their regular croissants, but their lemon meringue is absolutely amazing! I also tried their savory hot dog croissant, which was more like an Italian sausage, spicy and juicy. They can heat up this dish for another 5 minutes delay, but worth the wait. Be sure to enjoy a vanilla latte with your pastries.
Common questions about Maison Benoit
Maison Benoit is located at 402 Railroad Ave, Danville, CA 94526, United States, Danville, CA, United States.
You can reach Maison Benoit by calling +1 408-618-1683.
Maison Benoit has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 619 customer reviews.
Maison Benoit features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Maison Benoit features the following service options: Delivery, In-store shopping, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Maison Benoit features the following offerings: Coffee.
Maison Benoit features the following dining options: Breakfast.
Maison Benoit features the following amenities: Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Maison Benoit features the following crowd: LGBTQ+ friendly.
Maison Benoit features the following planning: Quick visit.
Maison Benoit features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Maison Benoit features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking.
Maison Benoit features the following pets: Dogs allowed.
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