Au Bon Pain Express at Hofstra University - Hempstead, NY

The R. G.

Au Bon Pain should be translated to " WHAT A PAIN" , I mean the parking aspect🙆seems like it is geared toward residents and students. But don't be deterred👆

I was there today to pick up some brownies, they didn't have chocolate (BUMMER), popular I guess? The workers, 3 professional lovely ladies calmed my nerves with a suggestion of Blonde Brownies. How could I pass up such hospitality 🫵😜. I bought $20 dollars worth. I mean Au Bon Pain has some really good brownies. This establishment is the ONLY one currently servicing SUFFOLK COUNTY NY. Long drive for me, but worth it considering the next location is Elmhurst Queens? 😞I DON'T THINK SO...LOL
Anyway I was greeted with kindness, and understanding in regards to my chocolate dilemma.
Parking can be the real issue, if you're an outsider like me. I mean as soon as you drive down California Avenue you will see Big Signs reading restricted, will be towed and No Parking signs between the hours of yada yada yada. Well I can provide one with some suggestions? Lenox Avenue is a dead end street in the direction of Au Bon Pain. At the end of the dead end, is a walk through entry that will lead you to California Avenue; walking distance to Au Bon Pain.
Driving south on California Avenue before front street there is some parking in front of some residential homes but read the signs.

All in all i would have to say that I will be back. Smile in hand🤪👌

The Review Guru
Long Island NY

Lynn

Friendly staff and very clean environment but prices don't match the quality of the food. $7 for a bagel with cream cheese and bacon and didn't enjoy it enough to finish. However, baked goods are really well done. I've had their brownie and double chocolate cookie. I enjoyed both.

Robert T.

Decent food at Hofstra University. You could get better food at any other deli. However, it is good for Hofstra students who are looking for sandwiches or desserts.

The O. S.

The store manager who runs the franchise location was really helpful for addressing a coupon concern. That and the sandwich was delicious. After eating I thought about going back in the store and sharing further thanks (before visiting a bad mood grasped my day) now the rainy storm feels a bit warmer. Kudos✅

Eric S. J.

Easy to see right off of California Avenue servicing Uniondale and the adjoining areas of Nassau County. Parking on the Street is available but it fills up fast especially at night and on the weekends. Moderately clean facilities. Reasonably priced. Credit cards accepted.

Jared G.

This location is on campus at Hofstra University. The staff here are super friendly. I come here once a month and order a black bean burger with avocado. It's satisfying.

Would recommend.

diane T.

The restaurant would not accept the free coupons for my birthday and my anniversary. I emailed the corporate office and explained the situation with no response. I know it wasn't the fault of the restaurant. But corporate didn't respond to me.

Rajendra P. P.

The Newport Turkey sandwich (speciality sandwich) is just a bread, turkey slices, avocado, and cheese, layered. Only god knows what’s so special about that.