Love everything about this bakery! Staff were super friendly and I felt like I was talking to a friend when ordering. The almond croissant was very good- soft and airy just a really good croissant. The sweetness was a little bit too sweet for my liking but on par with the traditional French almond croissant. My friend got the ham and cheese sandwich that came in a really fresh and crunchy baguette and it was very good as well. You can also enjoy it the pastry inside the bakery or sit outside at the patio. I will be back! read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I walked in on a Saturday expecting a great brunch based on the high Yelp ratings, but the experience was highly disappointing. I ordered the avocado toast, and the bread it was served on was completely stale and old. To accompany it, I got a cappuccino, but the coffee was burnt and bitter. The service was just as frustrating. No one was bussing the tables. I actually had to clear away someone else's dirty plates just to sit down, and even after I finished my own meal, the staff still hadn't picked up any of the old dishes. To top it all off, when I went to eat, I noticed the cutlery hadn't been washed properly. For a place with such great reviews, the basic standards of food quality and hygiene were entirely missing. Won't be back. read more

A solid 4 stars. Who knew that one can get the best classic croissant on a trip to Seattle. My friend speaks French fluently and enjoyed the authenticity and traditional French fare as well. Croissant - perfect, I would have gotten another one but will look forward to returning before our trip ends. Avocado toast - egg added (extra) was the best bang for your buck and the lightly dressed, bright, crisp salad was a pleasant surprise. Chicken salad - no picture but was a no-frills, arugula based salad with shredded chicken and a hint of cheese. This was our least favorite item and if not for this the food would have been given 5 stars. Large latte - generous portion and delicious with the star of the show - a plain croissant! The ambiance is impeccably French cafe too but the way in which you order wasn't efficiently laid out; seemed a bit confusing. Perhaps it was simply due to there being a large group who were seated right near the slightly hidden cashier (to the side of the pastry display) or we weren't sure what to expect on our first time there. We sat outside and that was extremely pleasant. Definitely would go back for the croissant alone! read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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1 star for the gorgeous decor and setting 1 star for ample options and delicious bakery items 1 star for delicious food items both breakfast and lunch as well as a delicious mocha 1 star for ample seating inside and out as well as their unique French items 1 star for nice service, she was really patient 5 stars are well deserved! Evening was fresh, beautiful decor and true to the theme of a French patisserie! We came here walking about looking for a light breakfast and they delivered! Even if you just want a delicious espresso and scrumptious baked treat this is the place! DO NOT pass them up! Yes there are other options but NOT like this in the area! read more

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Located just a 5 minute walk away from the Pioneer Square light rail station, this small French cafe serves some seriously good pastries. They use high quality ingredients (Isigny Ste Mere butter, Valrhona chocolate, etc). It's something that really comes through in the final product. Cinnamon Cruffin ($6.50) - I'm not sure I would call this a cruffin since there's not really any laminated layers on the interior. It's more like monkey bread, with a richer brioche interior interspersed with ribbons of cinnamon, then dusted with cinnamon sugar on the outside. There are some crispy caramelized sugar bits on top which I found to be fun to bite into. (4/5) Casse-Noisette ($6.50) - The lamination on this croissant looks quite nice, but the interior isn't particularly buttery and the layers are quite delicate. It's filled with a hazelnut-dark chocolate spread which is sticky, messy and rich. I believe it's a homemade spread rather than nutella due to the richer taste and darker color. The exterior of the croissant is soft instead of crusty and shattering, probably since we didn't eat this until the end of the day. They sprinkle crunchy pearl sugar and crushed hazelnut on top, adding some additional pleasing texture. (5/5) Savory Tartelette ($6.50) - This tart is filled with tangy and funky goat cheese, sweet and soft caramelized onion, a drizzle of honey, and a small zing of rosemary, on a super buttery and crisp base. The croissant base tastes by far the most buttery as compared to both the Almond and Hazelnut croissants. (5/5) Almond Croissant ($6.50) - I believe this is a double baked croissant given the dark brown bake. As with the casse-noisette, this croissant has been softened by the Seattle spring humidity and unfortunately no longer remains particularly crisp. The croissant is cut in half and filled with a sweet almond frangipane. I believe it's made in house - it's more sugary than almond, and the texture is quite a bit less viscous than most almond croissants. The frangipane compresses the croissant layers into thicker slabs, and this creates a chewy texture that almost reminds me of egg in texture. (4/5) Kouign-Amann ($6.50) - Finally another proper Kouign-Amann! This one has enriched more brioche-like laminated dough rather than plain croissant dough like a lot of other bakeries use. This makes the pastry so much richer and decadent. The interior here has a certain flavor that's totally different from the dough in the casse-noisette and in the tart. I feel like there's a unique funk that might be from cultured butter. The pastry is still quite flaky, with layers that easily come apart, and there's still a bit of a crunch from the sugar glazed over the surface. I especially love the center, where towards in the interior, there's an almost sweet custard-like center, and the center top, where there's a sand-like mound of almost-melted sugar. (5/5) Marbre ZigZag ($5.99) - Really moist and dense marble cake, deceptively heavy for the size. There's a thick layer of dark chocolate ganache covering the cake layer, making the slice exceptionally rich. (5/5) La Baguette MBO ($3.95) - This is an oddly shaped baguette, curved instead of flat, and very uneven in width. The shape was strange enough I thought the baguette would not be good. Cutting it open with a bread knife, the interior crumb seems a little tight, missing some of the more open holes of a well risen baguette. The taste and crustiness, however, are excellent. The flavor is very well developed and there's a hard baked crust that gives a fantastic baguette crisp. It's not perfect, but for $4, which is less than baguettes cost at most places in Seattle, this is a great deal. (5/5) Mirabelle by Orphée is another excellent Seattle bakery! I will definitely be visiting again. Bathrooms - Single unisex room shared with the other building tenants. Requires code to enter read more

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Ooo if you want French cuisine, this is IT. Best pastries I've had outside of Europe and maybe even better. Staff are actually French and so nice. It's a small little cafe, but incredible food and coffee. The beignet and hazelnut croissant were divine. read more

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Strong opinion incoming. Dare I say, Mirabelle makes the best kouign-amann and pain au chocolat I've had in Seattle. The texture, lamination, butter quality, saltiness, and sweetness were all perfect to me. High marks! Cute shop too, was not busy near closing when I visited. They have inside tables and outside tables. A bit warm inside the shop on a hot day btw, so prepare for this if you'll eat there and you can always take your pastries to go and enjoy them near the water views. This location is pretty close to the water taxi and ferry terminals, so this may turn into my quick snack pick-up before heading on the ferry! Highly recommend and can't wait to try some of their other items! read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Honestly I haven't had a baguette sandwich this good since I was in Paris last! I'm so obsessed with how fresh and flavourful the authentic dishes are here. I ordered The Parisien "Cochon" which was absolutely delicious! I just wish the bread wasn't so hard, I needed to take several breaks to rest my jaw. My sister loved her latte. She adored the flavour of the sweet vanilla and that the oat milk had a high quality taste with a creamy texture. I agree that the drinks are perfect, my medium oat milk mocha was perfect with a delectably rich profile. My only qualm is the cleanliness! There aren't very many tables that seat more than two, so my mom, sister, and I had to push together two tables that were absolutely filthy. One was covered in croissant flakes and the table was covered in crumbs and the floor was dirty. Overall it just ruined the entire aesthetic and atmosphere that the place wasn't clean at all. The food is totally worth overlooking the mess and my sister and I will definitely be back the next time we're craving a taste of Paris!! read more

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Super buttery croissant!! It's everything you want: crispy and chewy with distinct, beautiful layers! They have lots of other delicious pastries and a good amount of seats to have some sit down French style brunch items. Highly recommend getting here early as it gets quite busy. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Parisian Croissant - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I am so glad I came here for breakfast on my solo trip to Seattle this past weekend. Though it was a Saturday morning (10am), the line was surprisingly short with only 2 parties ahead of me. You enter the café and order first, so make sure you browse through the menus they have on the right counter to get a better idea of what you'd like. As I was waiting in line, I saw them restocking their baguettes and it took everything within me to not buy one just to try! All the pastries by the front look amazing, but knowing I had the underground tour (which is RIGHT next door) after breakfast, I couldn't necessarily order with just my eyes. I eventually opted with their seasonal mademoiselle yuzu sweet treat and Mr. Breakfast 2.0. I added avocado with the house-made brioche bun and the size was so petite yet perfect for 1 serving! The yuzu treat was FANTASTIC and has this citrusy cream and meringue that's to die for. To get a caffeine fix, I ordered a regular latte with oatmilk--not sweet at all but did the job to get something warm in me on a chilly day! There are about 10 small tables you can dine inside for, but it's a bit difficult to snag one since they fill up quick! There's a lot more seating outside if you don't mind, which I did anyway especially with the great weather that day. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Mr. Breakfast 2.0 - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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So delicious! Very cozy place, little bit expensive, but worth it.. service is so great! read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Salmon toast - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Love love this place!!! the most beautiful serving dishes, delicious food. Just love it. One thing I wish that would change, is that in Madame Yuzu they are using a new jam which is now brown and liquidy like molasses adding a slightly bit bitter flavor to my favorite tart. I wish they would go back to using the one they used originally. We try to come here every few weeks. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I stumbled upon this place in pioneer square and had a wonderful meal! The restaurant is super cute and the service was fantastic! Try this place!! You will not be disappointed! read more

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All I can say is wow. This is a must try place in Seattle. I heard a lot about this place via Instagram so decided to give it a try. I went here twice before able to give a fair rating. This is a small shop in pioneer square. They have a few seatings but it's also small so not good for big groups. Parking is street if you can find them. The owner of the shop is the person taking your order and he very nice and has a strong French accent :) Food wise: Croque monsieur 5/5 it doesn't feel heavy and feels clean and healthy. Love the flavor on this and the texture is amazing. Get it with egg! Terrine 4/5 -- this is for the adventurous eater. This is similar to the vietnamese pate but the flavor is a lot stronger. It comes with a side of butter and some bread. I didn't care for the bread as much. The combo of butter and pate was delicious. I actually spread it on the croissant that I had and wow, soooo good. Hot chocolate 3/5 -- pretty standard Regular croissant 4.5/5 -- feels soft but actually flaky, needs a little more butter flavor though. Kouig aman 4.5/5 -- love the layers, needs a little more sugar. Texture was perfect Cinnamon cruffin 4.5/5 -- almost like a pull apart bread but still have layers, flavor was good. Hazelnut croissant / apple turnover (oui oui) / beignet 4/5 --- really good flavor, soft and light. Carre verdome 10/5 --- one of the best cakes I had in a really long time. I love the crunch, the soft silky texture and rich chocolate flavor. Price was also very reasonable which kind of surprise me given how everything is inflated these days. Overall, this should be on your list to go if you're heading down to Seattle read more

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Everything was marvelous here! The outside patio is dog friendly which was awesome in winter. The service is lovely and friendly. The food came out really fast too actually. It's a fantastic, authentically Parisian cafe in almost every way. I would 100% recommend and go back, especially with my pup this summer. read more

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We have eaten our fair share of croissants and French food around the world, but we didn't expect Seattle to have such a fantastic addition that makes us trek across the bridge every Saturday. Fantastic mom and son team, hard working, personable people, and there is simply no miss across what they offer: delicious no-frill classic French food with perfect execution. Our fav is the goat cheese quiche and canele, but everything else is simply perfect. You deserve all the recognition from your hardwork read more

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TLDR: The best, most flaky pastries made with top-tier ingredients and care. If you're in the area and they're open, go inside! A full recap of my experience: The food, the ambiance, and the service are all in a league of their own. I had the pleasure of joining a croissant making class with the talented team at Mirabelle and was blown away by the attention to detail, from the fresh ingredients to the prep and baking process. The croissants are 10/10 and I can't wait to come back and try more menu items! read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Parisian Croissant Pain Au Chocolat - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place is super cute! Definitely reminds me of the cafes in France. I finally got the chance to try it after hearing about it for a while, and came on a slightly rainy weekend. The staff were all super sweet and friendly, and they have a great selection of baked goods and other items as well. I ended up getting a classic croissant, since that's what I tend to always get when trying a new spot. Theirs was gigantic and was so reasonably priced - you won't really find this elsewhere in Seattle! I do wish they warmed it up for you, but nonetheless it was still pretty good. I will say for the texture, this croissant won't blow you away as it leans on the softer side overall (rather than the crispy flaky layers). However, for flavor this one is absolutely delicious - the buttery-ness of this one is outstanding, and the flavor is so so good. My friend also got the canele which I took a bite out of, and it was fantastic. I've never had a canele before but this one definitely stood out - it was the perfect crispy exterior with a soft and chewy and flavorful middle. Highly recommend getting that! Overall, a very cute spot with good vibes friendly service and yummy pastries. Highly recommend! read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Croissant - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

=== Overall === An authentic feeling place for a good croissant. Would go back and recommend! === Food === I got a chocolate and regular croissant. Both were flaky and not too hard - a good balance of flakiness and softness. Price seemed reasonable and the chocolate inside of the chocolate croissant was very tasty. === Service === Pretty friendly counter service, and they helped put away the plates that you use when you dine in. === Ambiance === Pioneer square gets some characters, there was someone yelling inside of the store that left which wasn't this business's fault, they handled it professionally. It's well decorated and the pastries are displayed beautifully. read more

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What an adorable little cafe. The owner was wonderful. He was so pleasant and could see he really loves what he does. I didn't get photos unfortunately but will be back and can update then. We ordered a marble loaf, croissants, chocolate hazelnut croissant (casse-noisette), brownie, kouign-amann and the fraisier. Oh. My. Heaven. This is the first bakery in a long time we have been craving days later. Everything. I mean EVERYTHING was delicious with the exception of the marble loaf. The loaf was extremely firm and had no flavor. My son who loves everything sweet only had two bites. The rest made up for it. My husband LOVES croissants and this is by far the best he has had in all of Washington. The casse-noisette was ridiculous. Often when you have stuffed croissants they either have barely any or way too much "stuffing". This was perfect. The perfect blend of chocolate and hazelnut. The crunch of the hazelnuts on top were a welcome contrast. Cannot wait to return. What a gem! read more

Save yourself some money. Cancel your flight to Paris and have breakfast or lunch at Mirabelle. Everything we had was superb. And then we went back for more. The owners are so charming and genuinely French. What would I recommend? One of each. Grateful we stumbled upon this restaurant while waiting for our train. It was our Seattle excursion of the day. Admission free. read more

Went on a Sunday and got an oatmilk latte, Mr. Breakfast w Avocado and Casse-Noisette. Everything was good! Service was quick. The person getting your order and the servers were all efficient and cordial! I also got a box of palais de thes - detox tea. Feels like an authentic parisian cafe except that it's in pioneer square! Would definitely go back to try other items on the menu! read more

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I finally made it here after avoiding the crazy lines since opening. I'm not someone who enjoys waiting in line -- I usually stick to places that take reservations -- but this spot doesn't take any, so I just had to go for it. This place is a true breakfast‑and‑bakery gem. The baguettes were flying off the shelves the moment they came out. All the pastries looked amazing, but we wanted something more filling, so we ordered the croque‑monsieur and the quiche Lorraine. Both were delicious -- the quiche was soft, creamy, and savory, and the croque‑monsieur had that perfect ham‑and‑cheese comfort. And the mimosa here was surprisingly great. Even the side salad was fresh. Finding a seat is the tricky part. You basically have to scan for tables while ordering. It was already busy at 8am, and when we arrived around 9:30, the place was packed and we waited in line to order. Funny enough, it seemed quieter around 10:30 before it got busy again. The chef even came out to ask how everything was, and he was incredibly kind. Next time, I'm definitely grabbing a bag full of bread to take home. A delicious, casual American‑style breakfast in a lively atmosphere -- worth the visit, even with the wait. read more

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I've been meaning to try this olace for a while, but especially glad to try now since I just returned from two months in France and can make a first comparison- this is legit! Both the food and the atmosphere. Charming interior with cafe tables and a view of passersby; soft music plays in the background. The dishes match the vibe perfectly, and carafes of water are available free of charge, just like in France. The service is friendly and engaging. The cappuccino was flavorful. The pain au chocolat was large, very buttery, and a good quality chocolate. The baguette was perfect; well baked, great crust, and a super chew. Tasted terrific with lightly salted butter. In short, this is easily comparable to a brasserie in France. The menu and cafe are enticing, inviting one to explore further. read more

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Great pastries, but a terrible cashier. It was almost like she was trying not to smile. Clearly not a cooperative work situation. Pioneer Square is a high tourist area, and that attitude sucks when you're visiting a place for the first time and just trying to get something sweet to snack on. That said, the chocolate cherry croissant was delicious - but I'm not sure it's worth seeing that sour mug again . read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Amazing! Best croissant I've had outside of France. This is a must if you visit or live in Seattle. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Croissant and Pain Au Chocolat - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is one of the best bakeries in Seattle. Lovely space and fabulous croissants. The pastries are a bit small, but with fabulous flaky dough. read more

Gorgeous French place with breakfast and lunch items and lovely patisserie We loved the mr breakfast that came in a soft delicious brioche bun with French cheese and sunny side up egg and arugula. I feel this needed a side salad though. The almond croissant and the pain de chocolate were exquisite. Would love to be back again for breakfast when in town. There was a small line when we came today on a Sunday around 10am but nothing too bad and you can quickly get a table inside or outside. Clean bathrooms as well. Beautiful experience with our 7 year old and would love to be back! read more

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Their pastries are phenomenal. I love the combination of crispiness and softness of their croissants. The cherry flavor is made with really fruit and not overly sweet at all. Pair it with any of their drinks make a great treat of the day.  Almost all the ingredients they use are from France. The ingredients are all of high quality, and you won't find this level of quality at such a low price anywhere else.. Usually gluten makes me feel uncomfortable but I DIDN'T experience any discomfort with Mirabelle's pastries!! If the way gluten is grown and harvested matters this much, then I finally found a croissant I can enjoy in town without worrying about gluten. It's also the best one I've ever had. The own is kind and a great leader who does cleaning and talking to customers as well. Here is a great place to order pastries and light dishes for any events! read more

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As a croissant lover, I had to try this place after seeing the glowing reviews. We came here around Saturday at 10 AM and the line wasn't bad, but it started to get very crowded a bit later on. First, the ambience is very cute and chic, and the plates are so beautiful. I recommend eating there although there are only about 4-5 tables for indoor seating. We ordered the baguette with butter, many pastries, and a yuzu tart: Baguette with butter and jam - this was one of the most moist baguettes I've had. I personally don't usually like baguettes but this was my favorite thing here! Mademoiselle yuzu - this is a yuzu tart with meringue at the top. Tart and sweet, this was quite refreshing Plain croissant, kouign amann - sadly, these were misses for me. Not flaky and buttery enough. I'm used to the super flaky kinds I've had in SF. Kouign amann felt a bit stale. Maybe the SF ones aren't as authentic French but then so be it, that's just my preference. Casse noisette - this is a croissant with a lot of hazelnut chocolate cream inside. I liked the bits of hazelnut toppings but the pastry itself was again not flaky/buttery enough for me, and the chocolate filling was a bit too overpowering and sweet. I recommend coming here for the baguette and a cute brunch vibe, but I personally wouldn't come for the pastries. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Tasty croissants, Americano, and another French treat of which I have forgotten the name SUPER service. Friendly patrons. Fun place to watch the shoppers stroll by. Will return! read more

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Croissants in a simple white bag, just like in Paris! I was going to wait for my cappuccino but the croissant was gone in 4 bites! The interior was warm and bright- just like the city of light! read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Butter croissants - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A cozy Parisian / French cafe in Pioneer Square. I don't go to Pioneer Square a whole lot due to distance from where I live that's a sizable bus ride away or driving will be tough with paid and limited parking. But this place is worth the journey to Pioneer Square. Apparently it gets very busy at lunch but it was not when I went around 2pm. Usually the pastries are the ones on display while the made-to-order lunch dishes are available consistently. I originally wanted to get the regular Parisian croissant but due to popularity, they sold out before noon. So I opted to get the other croissant that they made thereafter - chocolate almond cherry croissant which is a bit more loaded and decadent than the original for sure. $6 for one is a bit steep but the croissant was large and filling. It's like half a meal for me. The first bite was divine - buttery and crunchy and flaky. The inside filling is decent though it did take away this crunchiness. But I'd say I got to experience the best of both worlds - nice chocolate and almond paste inside, with their signature croissant texture on the outside. read more

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Went to check out this place on Sunday. We went an hour before it closed before of the bad 405 traffic. When we got there we were informed there are no hot food left and only have little amount of pastries left. But it's okay we got a blueberry tart and a pastry with raspberry jam, plus a latte and americano. The spoons looked dirty for some reason or maybe that's a vintage spoon? I have no idea. The blueberry tart was amazing! Not too sweet which I like personally. The blueberries were fresh and sweet. The latte was okay, not the best coffee but also not the worst. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The best chocolate croissant in Seattle! Wow it was so chewy, airy, crispy, and much more! The avocado toast was smooth, flavorful and delightful. The canele was bouncy and delicious. Super friendly service, I highly recommend and would come back! read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

10/10 highly recommend this place. I don't recall how I heard about it, but as soon as I heard, "New bakery, owner trained in France and makes croissants in the traditional way," I knew I had to go. Though I wanted to order one of everything. I contained myself and only got a croissant and a cappuccino. The croissant had the perfect amount of flakiness and was delightful. And being able to sit by the window and watch people in Pioneer Square was a huge plus. I didn't know if I'd have time to stop for lunch, so I got a ham and cheese baguette to go. And that was also amazing. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Croissant - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My girl picked up some pastries this morning and asked what I wanted- when I see cherry anything, I'm all in...so the chocolate cherry almond croissant was definitely made for me. I didn't eat it until 715pm, literally finished it a few minutes ago. Ya'll it's incredible. The interior has the dense chew, the almond isn't too sweet, the croissant was still crispy, there wasn't too much chocolate. There were whole cherry pieces inside the croissant too, distribution could have been a smidge better. The only caveat is that some of the almonds on top were a bit burnt. I will 100% be back and 100% get this croissant every single time. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Cherry chocolate almond croissant - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington

As a Francophile since high school, my interest was piqued after driving past the papered up site in Pioneer Square several times. I was not able to be at the grand opening on 3/20/25, but made sure to visit first thing last Sunday 3/23/25. Pro tip: free parking (on Sundays) right out front and the area near the pergola was tranquil. I loved all the details about the shop - the exterior, welcoming vibe and service, the interior full of natural light and seating, fresh flowers and foliage, the retail displays, and especially the enticing pastry case showcasing the quality baked goods: boulangerie (breads), viennoiserie (all the lovely laminated dough pastries), and the patisserie (saw assorted tarts and macarons) that morning. And that particular scent that literally transported me back to my last visit 25 years ago on a baking scholarship in Paris and Aurillac, France. The overhead contemporary music and the conversations onsite were in French. Sigh, such nostalgia for me. I ordered a Croque Monsieur ($14.99) which came with a nicely dressed salad, a croissant ($3.95), and a pain au chocolat ($4.50). The croque monsieur made me wistful for the shuttered Cafe Presse and rivaled the one at Bar Bayonne. The pain au chocolat was on point and I took the croissant home. Surprisingly, despite being stored ambient for a week in a tightly sealed container, another family member did not eat the croissant. So I ate half this morning and it remained superb! Speaks volumes about the ingredients and care executed with its initial preparation. Definitely recommended while in Pioneer Square and the downtown Seattle vicinity! read more

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This place is dangerously close to my work. I'm working my way through the menu and pacing myself by ordering no more than one pastry at each visit. I've had the pain au chocolat and Kouign Amann. I've also tried the Le Parisien Cochon. Everything is delicious. The Kouign Amann is my favorite hands down, a nice combo of sweet, salty and flakey. There's seating if you're interested in dining in. I try to go before the lunch crowd hits, which helps with finding parking nearby. read more

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Mirabelle by Orphée is such a beautiful addition to Pioneer Square. The menu is fantastic; thoughtful dishes, great flavors, and a level of quality that makes it easy to keep coming back. The location and décor fit the neighborhood perfectly, and as someone who lives in the area, the convenience alone makes it a go-to. The space has that cozy vibe that feels just right for a slow morning or an easy lunch and you can tell there's real care behind the food. Where they fall short is the customer service. Not the speed; the food comes out on time, but the friendliness and the basic welcome when you walk in. Especially for a new place in the neighborhood. They do get a lot of tourists, but even when the café isn't busy, the greeting can feel a little flat or nonexistent. It doesn't ruin the experience, but it does keep the place from being the warm neighborhood staple it could be. Overall, still a great spot with amazing food and a lovely atmosphere. A bit more attentiveness and friendliness from the staff would easily make this a five-star stop. read more

Mirabelle by Orphée - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Seattle, Washington