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Tiny Carlton bakery turning out exceptional Portuguese egg tarts and choux puffs fresh each morning

A true hole-in-the-wall shopfront on Elgin Street. minimal seating, maximum pastry. The appeal is entirely in watching the baking happen on-site and receiving a warm welcome from the owner who encourages tasting. Small, intimate, and purpose-built around production rather than dine-in comfort.

Baking happens on-site from early morning. Portuguese tarts are available hot from the oven from 8am. Owner and staff offer tastings freely to guests browsing the small selection. Pastries also supply a city affiliate location. Limited menu but made with evident care.

Portuguese egg tarts (pasteis de nata) are the cornerstone product. One reviewer notes the cheese tart is not strictly traditional in style, but the execution is praised by reviewers who have eaten in Lisbon. The production ethos. baking fresh on-site each morning. aligns with artisan Portuguese pastelaria tradition.

Exceptional value. one reviewer noted two pastries for $7, with reviewers consistently citing quality as far exceeding the price point. For the quality relative to cost, this stands out as outstanding value.

Summary drafted with AI from public reviews.