This business has had a significant renovation since my last visit where they have basically doubled their footprint. Same great French pastries, but a lot more seating now making for a much nicer Dining experience. Their almond croissant is to die for and one of the best I have ever had. If you like authentic French pastries, then this is a must visit in downtown Seattle. read more

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The products they sell are lovely. The service leave so much to be desired. I have been here 5 times- assuming that the next visit would be better and the piss poor service I recived was just that one time. WRONG. I have had better and friendlier service at a 7-11. The young ladies behind the couter are terrrible. They look like they are being put out by having to help you-well sorry I came in to help your little local business grow. The last time I went in- Ihad purchased over 50$ on a few pastries that were carelessly placed in a box that was much too big and after I saw the size of the box and my goods I realized I probably needed a bag after I was already had been rung up for the sale. I asked for a bag, the young lady behind the counter said there is a charge I said fine then she huffed and puffed and she dissapeared to find a bag- please if you did not want to give me a bag that is fine- but when I asked how much it was just tell me the price and I can pay for the bag...really the amount is not going to put me out, but do not behave like I asked you to go chop down a tree and make the paper and make the bag. I went in there this morning and recieved the same terrible service as always. *However I did notice on 2 different occasions, if you speak French or are French you are going to get the best service ever a lot of smiles and friendly chatter and laughter. read more

Larger but still great. La Parisienne has become a tradition when I visit Seattle. Imagine my surprise when I walked to the old door and didn't find the same welcoming space. Instead, at the end of the block I found a long line that I had to enter. The food is still great, but some of the personal touch feels missing, it feels a lot more like you're visiting a corporate cafe than a neighborhood spot. I am not saying that the staff working the tables is bad at all, it is just not the same without the manager/owner chatting with you after she serves your coffee and seeing how everything is. Or when you hear them speaking amongst each other in French, making it easy to feel as if you're a continent away. I'll keep coming back, I just miss the old feel. read more

Best macaron in the states so far - we're on the hunt to find one like Pierre Herme in Paris. The chocolate twist and pain au chocolat were okay. The bakery case presentation was great and the place was clean. The employee seemed a bit overwhelmed but gave us the correct items. read more

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Holy smokes I want one of everything! I don't think you could go wrong. Super helpful staff with a passion for the craft. Delicious. read more

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What an experience. Finally a place that reminds me of home. But don't be fooled, la Parisienne left her attitude in Paris. She is the sweetest nicest host who will serve your breakfast the American way. I just want to have breakfast and lunch here everyday. read more

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Clean and welcoming space. Staff were friendly. Our selections tasted perfect. Hubby ordered coffee while the kids and I ordered a variety of pastries which we finished while walking to the space needle. Would definitely make this a stop when in the area. read more

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This place has the best pastries in Seattle according to me! We tried a bunch of things here, the chocolate eclair, the lemon meringue tart and the Mille feuille. They were so tasty and very well made. Literally made us feel like we were back in Paris. They have recently expanded the space a lot and they have a ton more seating. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cute bakery with plenty of seats. Came here for a quick lunch, got the lunch combo with la pan bagnat and the onion soup, both were decent. Hubby got an Apple flake pastry and it was delicious. Coffee was a bit watery. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here on a Friday morning for a late brunch and it was better than I expected. You know it's legit when everyone working there speaks French. I got their best seller baguette which as the La Parisien. It was a pretty basic sandwich but it was really good!! A nice little light meal. Everyone in there was also super nice and inviting. I definitely need to check out the desserts next time!! read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Found this delightful bakery near my hotel. Luckily got there a little early. It quickly became very popular. It's a beautiful bakery and you can hear many of the employees speaking in French. Definitely added to the ambience. The food and service was excellent. I had a cappuccino and breakfast sandwich. Would highly recommend this restaurant! read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Quite the authentic French experience. Everything is made fresh and patrons have full visibility of the kitchen and the process. Great spot for brunch, breakfast and grab an adult beverage as wines are also available. Definitely enjoyed the quick 5 min stop as I took mine to go read more

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This bakery has a distinctive French aesthetic with the decor and types of assorted baked goods. Primarily sells pastries, tarts, croissants, and coffee drinks. I was with a small group of friends searching for breakfast and landed here. I hoped to find something to appeal to my personal taste (not a fan of bread) so that we could dine together and was able to order a small yogurt parfait to tide me over. This parfait was one of the few breakfast alternatives to bread products on the menu. Other members of our party had similar comments. Service was quite slow with multiple employees on hand. It was raining outside and there is limited indoor seating in a fairly crowded space. Lingering and relaxing did not feel like an option. Walls serve as a gallery display for some photographic art depicting local scenes and these are also available for purchase with the prices prominently posted. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Yogurt parfait with strawberries and granola - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I stopped by La Parisienne French Bakery on a Saturday afternoon. It was packed! Even though they have plenty of seating, it is clearly a very popular spot. The selection is huge, ranging from savory lunch options (sandwiches, soups, salads) to classic French pastries like Paris-Brest and Canelés. I tried two items: Canelé: The flavor was excellent, but the texture was a miss for me. The crust was hard rather than crispy, making it difficult to bite into (maybe because it was cold). Opera Cake: The layering was beautiful, but I found the sponge a bit too wet. It was soaked too heavily in the coffee syrup for my personal taste. However, I will give it another try next time for other pastries and cakes. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Huge selection of wonderful looking pasties, but I went for a yogurt parfait, and it was perfect. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - French granola yogurt parfait - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

You know a place is legit when everyone here speaks French. We got the Pain Au Chocolat Hazelnut, berries tart, two sandwiches, and a yuzu cake. The line was out the door but it was cold out and my husband said that of all people, I should be able to wait inside since I was carrying our child so the lady in front got the hint and helped move the line inside. The pastries were SO good. The sandwiches we had warmed up for our drive which was our mistake because they were hard by the time we ate them. I ordered a chicken one per the bakery's recommendation and I'm glad I listened. I thought it works be too plain or boring but it's so delicious. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Pain Au Chocolat Hazelnut - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I love La Parisienne. They recently expanded into the neighboring space and updated the interior, it's more spacious now and looks very nice. However, my second visit after the renovation felt different from the first one. I came for lunch, and the atmosphere had changed: there was no music, almost no people, and the space felt very quiet and empty. The old La Parisienne was smaller, cozier, and always had a lively French vibe with music and energy. For me, some of that atmosphere and soul feels lost after the expansion. It's always difficult to balance growth and modernization while keeping the original authenticity that made a place special. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

How does one describe a creamy dollop of French cuisine served in a chic location that should practically charge for smells. The patties are light and flaky, the owner when I used to see her was so welcoming and so French you almost feel bad for not studying French in school more. La Parisienne is a gem that survives because its essence is pure undiluted French that warms the heart. They found Carmel sauce for me and it's such a treat to eat here. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Pano Chocolate and amazing smells that delight the senses - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

For my taste, some hits, some misses, so I settled on 4 stars. Great location, space, and service. The variety of pastries were eye catching and on a World Cup game day, the line was out the door several times after we arrived and during our stay. Menu options are plentiful so you can't go wrong with a group. Now for the baked goods: variety is their strength. Executed well but I struggled to find outstanding. Texture good although not that flakey and fillings perfectly balanced in volume and sweetness. A great and solid location to get a quick bite. Lots of seating. read more

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This was a quaint little coffee shop perfect for an afternoon break from our sightseeing. It was within a 10 minute walk from the Space Needle. There were a few tables for dine in as well as a couple outdoor tables. We placed our order at the counter and they brought our coffees and pastries to us. The pastries were delicious and the coffees were flavorful. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This beautiful French bakery offers some of most delectable and attractive pastries I've seen in Seattle. The croissants and other baked goods seemed authentic. Although I've had better Kouign Amman (especially at Ballard's Picolinos bakery. The sandwiches are nice warm petit baguettes with good fillings. The coffees were great, as well. The interior of the bakery is beautifully done, reminds one of being in Paris. The pastry cases are attractive and inviting, filled with an enticing variety of desserts. The walls are lined with baskets of bread and baguettes. The restaurant spills out onto the sidewalk, which adds to its Paris bistrot appeal. Service is professional and efficient. It's a great addition to Seattle's culinary scene. The lines were long and restaurant goers seem to enjoy their breakfast here. read more

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Delicious tarts! My family had the Lemon Tart and Hazelnut Tart. It's one of Seattle's popular cafes and cake shops. Pricy but a nice spot to enjoy its cakes and coffees. Only credit cards are accepted with a surcharge. A turn off on that one. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Lemon and Hazelnut Tarts - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very nice ambiance! Servers were very sweet. Coffee is fairly good, not very sweet. Loved the cute pastry/dessert selection! Came later in the day so not too much left, but taste was great. Would love to come her for brunch or for coffee + yapping with friends read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Hazelnut Cafe Latte - 8oz. - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Really love this place's bakery so it's very much worth the wait in line on a Sunday morning if you're wondering. Their croissants are my favorite but I also like the sandwiches and quiche. The service is hit or miss. I've been here before and had outright dismissive or rude staff and I've had really lovely and warm staff. If it's busy, it's totally worth it. The tables are tiny and few, but they do have some outdoor tables even in winter if you want to sit outside or have your dog. Only service dogs allowed inside. read more

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I finally had the chance to come by this bakery after having it bookmarked for so long, and I wish I had come sooner! For a Sunday morning, it was definitely busy with the line out the door, but it moves quickly and is absolutely worth the wait. There's a great variety of pastries, bread, and beverages. I decided to go with the hazelnut croissant and fresh orange juice, which did not disappoint. It reminded me of my time in Europe but local. There's indoor and outdoor seating, but it's quite limited. Because it's so popular, you might need to wait for a table, especially if you're with a large group. I will definitely be coming back to try more of their items! read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Hazelnut croissant and fresh orange juice - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

La Parisienne feels like a slice of France tucked into the city--the vibe is authentic, and even the staff speak French, which added to the charm. When I arrived, the line was out the door, but it moved quickly, so don't let that scare you off. I ordered the breakfast sandwich, quiche, Paris Brest, and a mille-feuille. Everything was good, but the mille-feuille stole the show--flaky, light, airy, and just the right amount of sweetness. It was perfectly done and felt like something you'd find in a Paris patisserie. The breakfast sandwich wasn't really for me. I get that French bread tends to be crusty, but it was a bit too hard for my taste. Next time, I'd skip that and just load up on pastries. If you're craving something French and buttery, this place is worth the stop--especially for dessert. read more

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Delicious pastries and sweets along with tons of different options! The textures were all perfection and definitely could rival bakeries in Paris. I was certainly reminded of being in Paris. Just note that there aren't a lot of places to sit and it can get busy on weekends read more

FOOD ALWAYS AWESOME. My god somedays like today the service is horrible. Short of staff? Not sure but lord almighty. You need to have one person that never leaves the counter just taking orders. This is ridiculous. read more

Tried La Parisienne after many failed attempts due to their ham and cheese croissants being sold out. They only make a limited amount so get there early! This time we were lucky and the wait was well worth it. The croissant was so flaky and delicious. The ham and cheese went very well with it. We also tried an apple filled pastry which was also amazing. The filling wasn't too sweet and went great with the flaky dough. The latte was very good and had a natural sweetness. Can't wait to come back on my next trip! read more

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This have to be one of my favorites cafes ever! I ordered a cappuccino and the chocolate croissant. My first bite of the croissant felt like biting into a cloud. It tasted amazing, and dipping the croissant into the cappuccino.. I was tempted to buy another round and I did! (For a friend to try) I also like when they serve the customer food/beverages, they mentioned it in French which was cool. I told the cashier how light the croissant was and she mentioned how this is just like having a croissant in France. I would highly recommend this place for service, food, and the experience. Will come back when in Seattle!!! read more

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You might have to wait a little but it's worth it. This cafe is so lovely and cozy inside. You will love this atmosphere. Their pastries were soft and buttery which was perfect for me. The coffee was roasted well and flavorful with no burnt taste. Service is fast and staff are friendly. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is a nice little bakery that has fantastic pastries! The price is a little high at $5-6 per item, but the quality is top notch. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

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Delicious croissants, desserts and sandwiches. We tried the croissants, a smoked salmon sandwich with avocado, the chicken sandwich with Brie, macarons, and a lemon meringue dessert! They were fabulous and the owner is really kind, very welcoming to our kids and speaking to some of the staff on French. One of the highlights for food this week! read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Still an amazing authentic French bakery even a year from now. I traveled to Paris this past summer and came back and tried this bakery again. It's literally just as good as if you were in France. Also, the workers/bakers here are French??? I heard them frantically speaking in French! read more

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Loved coming here! This spot is super cute & cozy! There are many items to choose from, sweet & savory! Service was quick and easy, will definitely return to try more items! read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food is great but service is painfully painfully painfully slow. Often no one there serving. Used to love it. Stopped going

We are locals and live nearby. We eat out frequently. Pastries are beautiful and tasty. I am only giving them 2-stars because of the pastries. This is the worst service ever - always. Unfortunately have experienced this 6 times/every visit - since their new location opened. It's just awful. And, expect to see a long line only because they take your order right when you walk in the entrance area - before you have a chance to look at the menu which is on the other side of the counter - closer to the register at the very end. It would make more sense for them to ring you up after you've walked through the entire line/area to view all of your options. This has to be strategic so that it appears busy with a line out the door all the time. As others have mentioned the employees could care less about their customers. They see you come in, don't smile and look away. They will let you stand there for 5-minutes or longer and then finally ask you what you want. This is with the owner there every time. She doesn't care either. It baffles me. Must be a French thing. This business would thrive if they paid attention to their customers and were hospitable. Also, they should consider moving the order taking to the other side/end of the counter (near the kitchen door entrance) to ring up their customers. It doesn't make any sense to have the line start where it does right now at the very front. Me and my husband visited the 2nd time and went around the corner to look at the menu then went back to order and the employee took the order from the people standing behind us because we had moved to look at the menu so we could place our order. The employee didn't care and told us - this is where the line starts. On another visit, we ended up waiting about 8-minutes for someone to greet and help us. No one came so we left and went Dahlia Bakery (right down the street on 4th Ave) which was incredible! Who in their right mind would put up with that? No thanks! Until they get things in order (I hope they figure it out soon) and realize that their customers are the ones that help keep their business open, I highly recommend checking out other options in the area such as Dahlia or Macrina. If you are looking for a beautiful cafe with better service head down to Mirabelle by Orphee on 1st and Cherry. Most definitely service will be much better at any of these places. Good luck! read more

I've been to this spot twice in the last week and I am so glad it's in Seattle! Really solid croissant- it is so airy and light. Dare I say it is better than ones I've tried in France. It goes really well with my morning tea. It's always so busy so I know it's a favorite in the area. Can't wait to go back to try other items! read more

La Parisienne is a charming patisserie located in Belltown with a display case packed with pastries and desserts as well as a small savory menu of sandwiches and soups. They have less than 20 seats in the store and even at 3PM on a Saturday, they still had plenty of options available, though table seating was pretty much filled the entire time. I got 3 pastries and the canele was definitely one of the best I've ever had: super custardy in the center with a great crust. The chocolate croissant was pretty solid - flaky and buttery. I would say it was pretty good, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. Unfortunately, the Paris brest, was kinda terrible. The whipped cream was really, really firm, too sweet, and off-putting. Textures were bad and just tasted like sugar; I didn't really felt like the chestnut came through either. Paris brest is a definite skip, but the other items were solid enough that it could still be worth visiting. read more

La Parisienne French Bakery - Paris-Brest, Chocolate Croissant, and Canele - Cafes Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Order and pay at the counter, food is brought to your table. They were happy to make recommendations on their personal favorites and discuss their options (we were the only ones on line at the time). We chose outdoor seats and enjoyed the wonderful Seattle weather. Pastries were great. We shared the Almond Croissant, berry tart, and a raspberry croissant. No way to say one was best, all were delicious. 5 stars for sure. Coffee on the other hand was a huge disappointment. Weak, nothing good to say about the brown water that was served. Partner felt did not enjoy the Cappuccino. Very unexpected in Seattle. 1 Star. Would we go back? for the pastries certainly, and also would look forward to sampling their quiches and other options. Maybe get it to go and get coffee elsewhere. read more