Reviews for Gio's Bakery & Cafe in Montrose, CA
If you want to find California's best European style sidewalk bistro, this is the place for you! At first, I was in the area... looking for a coffee shop (I always try to find a mom and pop before a major chain), I did a search and landed on Gio's. I wentin there and ordered a few espresso shots over ice but little did I know, it's not jUST a coffee shop. I found myself in anoasis of European pastries and PHENOMENAL sandwiches and salads. This has now become my MUST GO spot whenever I'm in the area.l've been there for breakfast, lunch and dinner and no matter what I've had, l've been nothing short of satisfied. The staff isthe icing on the cake. To have food and service be at the same level of excellence is just a delight. This place is also petfriendly so l've had brunches there with a couple friends that bring their pups with them and the staff even caters to them aswell! Such a great spot. Gio's, in my opinion, is and will always be a staple. Read more
Very flakey (not the people, the croissants)! The baked goods are light and airy. The fillings are neither under nor over... stuffed. If you like sweet baked goods, there is plenty for you here. There are also many salty and savory treats like ham &cheese, feta & spinach croissants, and sandwiches. The cappuccino was good, too. Wait in line, then seat yourself. Sometimesthere is no seating left and you have to take it to go or wait. There are about 7 tables available (mostly outside), eachseating 2 to 4 people. Read more
We had chicken salad sandwich and chocolate cake. The cake was very dried and tasted bad. The people working in front were... rude. The coffee tasted bad as well. Read more
I saw a post on their Instagram about croissants and I decided to try to order some food. I am disabled and have order food... delivery over the passed 2 years during the pandemic. After 4 attempts to order food on the Chow Now link that they have ontheir website I had to download the app to place an order for delivery. I entered my address, ordered food & added a tip for thedelivery person. The next thing I know the order states it was for pickup. I called the store & they couldn't help me. Theytold me to call Chow Now. I asked for Chow Now's phone number and I was told it was in the email. I couldn't find it in theemail. I finally found the number to Chow Now and they canceled the order. I was looking forward to trying their sandwiches. NowI am going to have to order food from a different local restaurant. Read more
Don?t bother going here if you are alone with a dog. They are completely unwilling to accommodate ordering. My dog barks if I... leave her alone for very long, and I asked if I could order from the door, then tie her up and come in to pay so I wouldn?t haveto stay in for very long and have her bark and bother other the customers sitting outside. The place was empty and I had beenthere several times before. I guess they are more concerned about someone ordering and leaving without food than keeping acustomer. Update: ?Not the industry standard? is a poor excuse for the literal five steps it takes to get across their ?lobby?. Successful businesses think outside the box to accommodate their customers, not act like they?re doing you a favor by allowingyou to spend your money there. It?s understandable that what I was asking wouldn?t be an option if the place was full, and Iwouldn?t have asked if it was. But it was empty, and alternate scenarios were never part of the conversation. Attitude andcommunication skills count. Read more
The coffee was good I ordered a cappuccino the Crepes are terrible I ordered nutella and they put a very cheap chocolate on it I... prefer to pay $20 for a crepe but with nutella, the Service is very good the girl is really friendly. Read more
Love this place. The eclairs are really great. It?s a really nice shoe pastry, flakey but never soggy. The creme patisserie is... very nice. A hint of citrus zest in the custard makes it excellent. Of course there are lots of other tasty treats made freshand are available. I?m pretty sure there is something here for everyone. I have to say that the staff are super friendly andprofessional. Every time we come in the staff are pleasantly chatting with the customers. Not in a obnoxious way but veryfriendly and welcoming. They make you feel like a regular your first time. It?s a great addition to the neighborhood. Thecoffee is also good. A nice patio outside and seating inside as well. Read more
If you have traveled & know a really good latte when you sip one, this is where to come. No passport required. Perfect creamy,... velvety foam, just the right temp (order it "warm" not hot which scorches the milk) to sip with any one or three of theirdelectable baked creations. The staff is charming & welcoming. Support local small business ?? Read more