Canelé on 4th - Authentic French Pastry Delights

Welcome to Canelé on 4th

Where Golden Shells and Custard Hearts Meet

What’s a Canelé?

Discover a pastry so good it’s been whispered about in Bordeaux bakeries for centuries. Nestled on vibrant 4th Avenue, we bake one thing and one thing only — the canelé. Perfectly caramelised on the outside, custardy on the inside, and just the right amount of French rebellion in every bite.

The canelé (pronounced kah-nuh-lay) is a small, rich pastry from the Bordeaux region of France. Traditionally baked in copper molds and brushed with beeswax, it boasts a deep amber crust that gives way to a tender, almost custard-like center. Lightly infused with vanilla and a whisper of rum, it’s a bite-sized experience of contrast and indulgence.

Once made by nuns in the 18th century using leftover egg yolks from Bordeaux’s winemakers, the canelé has since become a treasured treat — rare to find, unforgettable to taste.

At Canelé On 4th, we stay true to tradition — but with a modern twist. Each batch is baked fresh daily, using premium ingredients and a perfected balance of heat, time, and love. No shortcuts. No distractions. Just the magic of mastering one beautiful thing.