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This bakery is such a dream... I'm so glad I finally had the chance to visit (and revisit several times already!). The quality of all their items are top-notch... I've liked everything I've gotten... and every time I think I'm only going in for one thing... I come out with a full box (at minimum) of pastries. I've had their quiche, baguettes (and sandwich!), sweet and savory scones, a variety of sweet and savory croissants, banana bread and cookies. All really great over a few days too. I've also gotten their jams which are really fresh and not overly sweet. Perfect to go with any of your pastry items. And the item everyone talks about... those cinnamon rolls. Usually, I am really not a fan of these. But here I've been lucky to come in when they are ready and out of the oven, still warm and when you bite into them, just divine! The same flakiness that you get from the croissant but with the frosted cinnamon bun texture and flavor... amazing. The employees are all super friendly and helpful, while the line is usually out the door, they work fast so I haven't usually waited very long. It's just a casual pickup place so you see the hustle and bustle of the kitchen making all the goods in the back and they also have a drink menu (I'm currently addicted to their iced hojicha latte).
Here I am. Writing my 3rd 5-star review. Because Petitgrain continues to prove that they do not miss with any pastry. I arrived right at opening at 8am this Sunday to indulge in what was the best cinnamon roll I've ever had. And I'm not exaggerating. It was the best cinnamon roll I've ever had. Perfectly sweet, cakey, flakey, smooth, and full of decadent flavor. Service was swift as it usually is. The line moves quickly, so don't be alarmed by the wait. You get to the front quicker than you'd think. And it's always worth the wait. Always.
5 stars is for their classic butter croissant only. It matched with the best croissant from Paris. The other ones are too sweet for my opinion. Service was excellent. Small shop only designed for take out. I came here early in the morning so parking was ok. Highly recommended.
The cinnamon roll is God tier. Flaky crispy and not dense. It's often sold out but we got lucky. When we first got there, we saw someone sitting outside waiting for them to finish the next batch of cinnamon rolls. After we tried it, we totally understood why he was waiting. The ham Gruyère croissant was good too, I enjoyed the mustard seed flavor in it that paired well.
We ordered the Spanish latte, cardamom roll, triple chocolate hazelnut cookie with whole hazelnut pieces, almond croissant, ham and Gruyère croissant, and banana bread. Everything was very flavorful. The croissants were perfectly crispy and flaky Long line out of the door. Small and intimate bakery inside with whole loaves of bread also for sale
This spot was very cute with yummy pastries! I stopped by on a Sunday morning craving a cardamom roll and was pleasantly surprised by the great selection. At around 11am there were a few sold out pastries being made (chocolate croissant, cinammon roll) but I was able to snag the last cardamom roll. There was also a bit of a line but it passed pretty quickly. The roll was very good! I paired it with an iced americano and it was an elite combo. Great balance of sweet and coffee. I'm excited to stop by again and try the other options. However, my friend did order and iced vanilla latte and specifically asked if it could be made less sweet. He doesn't like sweet drinks so he made sure to ask for the modification of it barely being sweet. When he drank the latte, it was very very sweet. They were a bit busy so I can understand the possible miscommunication. I would come back for the pastries for sure, but maybe not the coffee. Overall, I had a pretty good experience! I will be returning for the great pastries!
oh my gosh, I will definitely be back here. This is by far the best bakery that I have been to in Los Angeles. We tried to order one of everything and every single thing that we try was delicious. The line was pretty long to get in because the place is so tiny. However, it is worth the wait. The prices are a bit on the higher side though.
Had high expectations for this place due to all the raving reviews I've seen online. Went on a Saturday morning, and the line was already forming before opening, but moved relatively quickly. Not really any indoor seating so more of a grab and go vibe/place. The croissants were a little dry you could tell they were artisanal made and high-quality. My favorite bite was the cinnamon roll which was made from the croissant dough and had a really good texture. TLDR good but not blown away, probably wouldn't wait in line just for these again
Finally made it. We pre-ordered on Thursday for a Saturday morning pick up. And because it happened to be the 4th of July, zero traffic to Santa Monica, easy parking on Wilshire, and little traffic to get home. Just walk in, skip the line and pay for your pre-order and done. I enjoy this experience immensely. There were 3 households worth of treats split between 4 boxes. The regular croissants are delicious. You get a small hit of French butter, but it also feels like there's been a slight fermentation of the dough itself. I feel like they bake the croissants just a touch longer to caramelize. The flavor of this croissant is complex. You can taste the effort that goes into it. The 4 I got for my household disappeared instantly. The Kouign Amman is currently being filled with a peach jam. Run for it. It was the one thing that was still warm when we picked up and it was amazing. Delicious and warm caramelized pastry with a generous dollop of also warm peach jam. It's the best KA I've had...ever. The scones are big enough for 3-4 people to share. If you try to polish the Boursin by yourself, you'll not need lunch and you'll only need a small salad for dinner. If you made a breakfast sandwich with this scone, it would be a great decadent meal. The blueberry was also a winner. The cinnamon rolls received high marks in my house. Rewarmed in the toaster oven or the microwave (the toaster oven was better), they disappeared and are now the house preferred cinnamon roll. It's like a croissant and a perfect cinnamon roll had a baby. The added bonus is that the sum of its parts is balanced and not too sweet. Makes it easier to finish a whole in one sitting...the chowpups know how to eat. Loved the pistachio lemon croissant. Fantastic. No notes. Want something different? The Farmer's Market danish is the laminated pastry filled with Weiser potatoes, onions, cheese and herbs. So good. Not pictured: pain au chocolat, almond croissant, banana bread...these all went to my parents. Word is that their box was empty in about 36 hours. Petitgrain is a gem. Y'all on the Westwide are lucky to have it. I'd definitely come here more often if the level of effort was low. Props to the team here for having our entire order ready and just being so lovely.
This will be a must-stop every time I'm in LA! As we waited in line we were treated to a sample of a cookie - yum! The line moved quickly. The staff were so friendly and worked efficiently. We tried the cinnamon roll (OMG) the almond croissant, the blueberry scone, the pain au chocolat, banana bread, and a savory jambon Gruyère pastry (sooo good). There are literally no bad choices. The bakery is warm and welcoming, and the aroma of baked goods hits you before you even get in the door. The space is tight but they move people in and out quickly. There was a great selection of pastries, cookies and breads. Next time I will need to try their bread - the loaves were like works of art! I'll be thinking about that cinnamon roll the whole flight home!
Oh wow! We go to Santa Monica once a month, and twice we got here too late, so they were sold out of most of their items. Today, we arrived at 11:15, and oh, the aroma of yumminess!!! We ordered cinnamon rolls, almond croissant, plain croissant , and strawberry passionfruit jam. I can't think of any better combination than the fruity jam, butter, and crunchy, fresh croissant. Soo delicious, it's definitely worth the drive. The place is rather small, so don't worry if you see a line outside; the wait isn't that long.
My friend came over and surprised me with the most incredible pastries. I don't know the proper names but one was a cinnamon roll croissant I believe the other one had pistachio filling and toppings. I don't think you can go wrong with anything from this place. It was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this and had no idea they existed. It was tasty, the croissant was moist, fresh and so delicious. This bakery knows what they're doing.
Got there at like 9am on a Tuesday and there was a line out the door. Only waited about 15 minutes. So it moves fast. We ordered the cinnamon roll, croissant, chocolate croissant, cardamom scroll, chocolate chip cookie, banana bread and 2 lattes. The stand out ones that were the best I've ever had were the plain croissant and the chocolate croissant. They were AMAZING!!! The cinnamon roll has the texture of a crossiant and it was still really good but I don't know. Something was missing for me. Maybe it needed more icing? The banana bread was so soft and moist. Delicious! The chocolate chip cookie is huge and it was okay. I personally wouldn't get it again. The ice lattes had good flavor but even with asking for half sweetened it was still way too sweet. Staff was all so friendly considering how crazy busy it was! I'd definitely be back! Metered street parking
Just had a small taste of what this bakery has to offer and it was delightful! It has the technique, experience, and ingredients of a typical bakery in France with elevated flavors! I had the lemon pistachio croissant and it had the texture and breading of a typical croissant (a bit bigger and crispier than typical French croissants) and flavors that hit you on the first taste and it was amazingly delicious. I think about this croissant often. There is a bit of a line since this is one of the best french bakeries in LA but I expect nothing less since it's so good. It does go fast. Staff are friendly and helpful. If I am craving french bread I found my new spot.! read more
9 days ago
Back again recently and loving it so so much especially eating all we got freshly baked. Line was long down the block but they're pretty quickly moving, besides they handed thin chocolate chip cookie for those in line YEAY! We got Jambon Gruyere, Lemon Pistachio, and Almond Croissant. Not sure if it's just me, but I felt the almond got much more generous filling than it used to be. Pastry base was so buttery and flaky, with those gorgeous layer being highly satisfying. The Pistachio one was also delectable but still couldn't steal the podium from the almond IMO. My friend got the Jambon Gruyere and said it's one of the best savory croissant she'd had with the stellar surprise from the mustard layer. Unfortunately they didn't really offer sitdown space, otherwise certainly the reason to go for chilling over pastry! read more
This is now one of our favorite spots to grab pastries and coffee on a weekend morning. They open at 8AM and quickly the line begins to grow, so be sure to get there and plan to wait. Things run out so if you want more options, plan to get there earlier. We waited 10 min in line and lucked out because there were still all the popular items. They also gave us cookies in line as we waited. Everything was so amazing and we can't wait to go back. read more
16 days ago
This bakery is such a dream... I'm so glad I finally had the chance to visit (and revisit several times already!). The quality of all their items are top-notch... I've liked everything I've gotten... and every time I think I'm only going in for one thing... I come out with a full box (at minimum) of pastries. I've had their quiche, baguettes (and sandwich!), sweet and savory scones, a variety of sweet and savory croissants, banana bread and cookies. All really great over a few days too. I've also gotten their jams which are really fresh and not overly sweet. Perfect to go with any of your pastry items. And the item everyone talks about... those cinnamon rolls. Usually, I am really not a fan of these. But here I've been lucky to come in when they are ready and out of the oven, still warm and when you bite into them, just divine! The same flakiness that you get from the croissant but with the frosted cinnamon bun texture and flavor... amazing. The employees are all super friendly and helpful, while the line is usually out the door, they work fast so I haven't usually waited very long. It's just a casual pickup place so you see the hustle and bustle of the kitchen making all the goods in the back and they also have a drink menu (I'm currently addicted to their iced hojicha latte). read more
Here I am. Writing my 3rd 5-star review. Because Petitgrain continues to prove that they do not miss with any pastry. I arrived right at opening at 8am this Sunday to indulge in what was the best cinnamon roll I've ever had. And I'm not exaggerating. It was the best cinnamon roll I've ever had. Perfectly sweet, cakey, flakey, smooth, and full of decadent flavor. Service was swift as it usually is. The line moves quickly, so don't be alarmed by the wait. You get to the front quicker than you'd think. And it's always worth the wait. Always. read more
1 month ago
5 stars is for their classic butter croissant only. It matched with the best croissant from Paris. The other ones are too sweet for my opinion. Service was excellent. Small shop only designed for take out. I came here early in the morning so parking was ok. Highly recommended. read more
1 month ago
The cinnamon roll is God tier. Flaky crispy and not dense. It's often sold out but we got lucky. When we first got there, we saw someone sitting outside waiting for them to finish the next batch of cinnamon rolls. After we tried it, we totally understood why he was waiting. The ham Gruyère croissant was good too, I enjoyed the mustard seed flavor in it that paired well. read more
2 months ago
We ordered the Spanish latte, cardamom roll, triple chocolate hazelnut cookie with whole hazelnut pieces, almond croissant, ham and Gruyère croissant, and banana bread. Everything was very flavorful. The croissants were perfectly crispy and flaky Long line out of the door. Small and intimate bakery inside with whole loaves of bread also for sale read more
This spot was very cute with yummy pastries! I stopped by on a Sunday morning craving a cardamom roll and was pleasantly surprised by the great selection. At around 11am there were a few sold out pastries being made (chocolate croissant, cinammon roll) but I was able to snag the last cardamom roll. There was also a bit of a line but it passed pretty quickly. The roll was very good! I paired it with an iced americano and it was an elite combo. Great balance of sweet and coffee. I'm excited to stop by again and try the other options. However, my friend did order and iced vanilla latte and specifically asked if it could be made less sweet. He doesn't like sweet drinks so he made sure to ask for the modification of it barely being sweet. When he drank the latte, it was very very sweet. They were a bit busy so I can understand the possible miscommunication. I would come back for the pastries for sure, but maybe not the coffee. Overall, I had a pretty good experience! I will be returning for the great pastries! read more
oh my gosh, I will definitely be back here. This is by far the best bakery that I have been to in Los Angeles. We tried to order one of everything and every single thing that we try was delicious. The line was pretty long to get in because the place is so tiny. However, it is worth the wait. The prices are a bit on the higher side though. read more
Had high expectations for this place due to all the raving reviews I've seen online. Went on a Saturday morning, and the line was already forming before opening, but moved relatively quickly. Not really any indoor seating so more of a grab and go vibe/place. The croissants were a little dry you could tell they were artisanal made and high-quality. My favorite bite was the cinnamon roll which was made from the croissant dough and had a really good texture. TLDR good but not blown away, probably wouldn't wait in line just for these again read more
Finally made it. We pre-ordered on Thursday for a Saturday morning pick up. And because it happened to be the 4th of July, zero traffic to Santa Monica, easy parking on Wilshire, and little traffic to get home. Just walk in, skip the line and pay for your pre-order and done. I enjoy this experience immensely. There were 3 households worth of treats split between 4 boxes. The regular croissants are delicious. You get a small hit of French butter, but it also feels like there's been a slight fermentation of the dough itself. I feel like they bake the croissants just a touch longer to caramelize. The flavor of this croissant is complex. You can taste the effort that goes into it. The 4 I got for my household disappeared instantly. The Kouign Amman is currently being filled with a peach jam. Run for it. It was the one thing that was still warm when we picked up and it was amazing. Delicious and warm caramelized pastry with a generous dollop of also warm peach jam. It's the best KA I've had...ever. The scones are big enough for 3-4 people to share. If you try to polish the Boursin by yourself, you'll not need lunch and you'll only need a small salad for dinner. If you made a breakfast sandwich with this scone, it would be a great decadent meal. The blueberry was also a winner. The cinnamon rolls received high marks in my house. Rewarmed in the toaster oven or the microwave (the toaster oven was better), they disappeared and are now the house preferred cinnamon roll. It's like a croissant and a perfect cinnamon roll had a baby. The added bonus is that the sum of its parts is balanced and not too sweet. Makes it easier to finish a whole in one sitting...the chowpups know how to eat. Loved the pistachio lemon croissant. Fantastic. No notes. Want something different? The Farmer's Market danish is the laminated pastry filled with Weiser potatoes, onions, cheese and herbs. So good. Not pictured: pain au chocolat, almond croissant, banana bread...these all went to my parents. Word is that their box was empty in about 36 hours. Petitgrain is a gem. Y'all on the Westwide are lucky to have it. I'd definitely come here more often if the level of effort was low. Props to the team here for having our entire order ready and just being so lovely. read more
This will be a must-stop every time I'm in LA! As we waited in line we were treated to a sample of a cookie - yum! The line moved quickly. The staff were so friendly and worked efficiently. We tried the cinnamon roll (OMG) the almond croissant, the blueberry scone, the pain au chocolat, banana bread, and a savory jambon Gruyère pastry (sooo good). There are literally no bad choices. The bakery is warm and welcoming, and the aroma of baked goods hits you before you even get in the door. The space is tight but they move people in and out quickly. There was a great selection of pastries, cookies and breads. Next time I will need to try their bread - the loaves were like works of art! I'll be thinking about that cinnamon roll the whole flight home! read more
1 month ago
Oh wow! We go to Santa Monica once a month, and twice we got here too late, so they were sold out of most of their items. Today, we arrived at 11:15, and oh, the aroma of yumminess!!! We ordered cinnamon rolls, almond croissant, plain croissant , and strawberry passionfruit jam. I can't think of any better combination than the fruity jam, butter, and crunchy, fresh croissant. Soo delicious, it's definitely worth the drive. The place is rather small, so don't worry if you see a line outside; the wait isn't that long. read more
My friend came over and surprised me with the most incredible pastries. I don't know the proper names but one was a cinnamon roll croissant I believe the other one had pistachio filling and toppings. I don't think you can go wrong with anything from this place. It was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this and had no idea they existed. It was tasty, the croissant was moist, fresh and so delicious. This bakery knows what they're doing. read more
Got there at like 9am on a Tuesday and there was a line out the door. Only waited about 15 minutes. So it moves fast. We ordered the cinnamon roll, croissant, chocolate croissant, cardamom scroll, chocolate chip cookie, banana bread and 2 lattes. The stand out ones that were the best I've ever had were the plain croissant and the chocolate croissant. They were AMAZING!!! The cinnamon roll has the texture of a crossiant and it was still really good but I don't know. Something was missing for me. Maybe it needed more icing? The banana bread was so soft and moist. Delicious! The chocolate chip cookie is huge and it was okay. I personally wouldn't get it again. The ice lattes had good flavor but even with asking for half sweetened it was still way too sweet. Staff was all so friendly considering how crazy busy it was! I'd definitely be back! Metered street parking read more
On my bucket list for awhile and finally able to make a trip down to Socal to try it ! Glad they take preorders so we did ! Line wasn't too long when we pickup ! It's a charming little shop with great friendly staff and the pastries /baked goods was beautifully laid out! Everything we order was buttery enjoyed but their jambon beurre (ham sandwich) was delicious bringing me back to Paris ! Worth a spot if you haven't ! I would definitely return read more
3 months ago
This place is absolutely great. One of the best bakeries I have ever been to for sure. There was a line out the door which means people know it's good lol. They were already sold out of cinnamon rolls which was a little bit of a bummer but we were excited to try anything. The pain au chocolut was filled with LOADS of chocolate which is not common. The pain au raisin was also very good. The croissant breading was so light and fluffy with the perfect crisp on the outside. I also had the fresh squeezed orange juice which was refreshing as well. There are no tables inside but 1 bench outside. read more
3 months ago
This place has been on my bucket list for so long. I'd say it's pretty good, but not entirely worth all the hype. The pain au chocolate was a standout and the best thing we tried. The cinnamon roll looked good but was just okay. The employees were friendly and helpful. Come early!! They even have limits on how many of certain pastries you can get because of demand. read more
My husband recommended I try this place out because it's right by my job. I walked in 10 min before closing and tried the pistachio lemon croissant and banana bread. I was mind blown by the croissant. The layers of crisp and flavors blended perfectly! Street meter parking is usually available and limited outdoor seating available.Officially my new spot when craving a quality croissants. read more
Another well-reviewed bakery in Santa Monica is Petitgrain Boulangerie. I read online that the bakery on Wilshire and 12th St serves buttery, flaky croissants and other delicious pastries. I also read that they source their ingredients locally, whether from Santa Monica or California, which I find admirable! I ordered a Croissant ($6.00), Cardamom Bun ($7.00), Conchas ($5.00), Cinnamon Roll ($6.50), and a Chocolate Chip Cookie ($6.00). The croissant was perfectly buttery, yet not overly so, and incredibly flaky with a soft interior. The Cardamom Bun was decent, but not my favorite. The croissant was excellent, but I wouldn't order it again as $7 for a plain one is a bit pricey. I'll try the pain au chocolat next time. I'm not a huge fan of conchas, but seeing them at a bakery like this intrigued me, so I had to try one. It was one of the better conchas I've had, sweet but not overly so. It had the perfect amount of crunch and chew, like the most perfect dinner roll with a touch of flaky sweetness. It was excellent, but pricey. The cinnamon roll was also very good. The outside was flaky like a croissant, and the frosting wasn't overly sweet, likely sour cream-based. I really enjoyed the gooey center. It was a great cinnamon roll. The clear winner was the chocolate chip cookie. It has a hint of sea salt and is very chocolatey, gooey, and soft on the inside with a satisfying crunch on the exterior. It's a truly perfect cookie, IMHO. I definitely need to return soon to try more of their delicious pastries, especially one of their scones. read more
2 months ago
Went on a Saturday AM around 9, took about 15 minutes to get in, was really looking forward to trying their cinnamon roll but it was already sold out!! Overall really solid good pastries - EXTREMELY SWEET!! Like instant richness and sugar rush. Cookie is 10/10. Scone & crossaint like a 8/10. read more
Super flaky and delectable pastries. The pistachio croissant had a sweet jam inside that really paired well with the nuts. Each pastry was around ~$8 so it was on the pricier side. There is already a line at 9am on a Sunday so definitely come early before selections sell out. read more
4 months ago
Yes, the line can get long, but the pain au chocolat alone is absolutely worth the wait! This cozy, unassuming bakery creates some of the most delicious and beautiful pastries. You can tell they prioritize high-quality, local ingredients--I even spotted bags of TCHO chocolate. I ordered the Taleggio & Potato Pastry alongside the pain au chocolat, and both were excellent. To top it off, the staff are absolutely lovely; they're warm and welcoming despite how busy it gets. I will definitely be lining up again soon! read more
If you're going to wait in line for a croissant in L.A., this is the place to lineup for. The pain aux raisin is delicious and the key to its goodness is its freshness. It was the standout item we ordered. The cinnamon roll is tasty too, but it's sugary sweet. Again, the cinnamon roll was fresh like the pain aux raisin, and that is why this place is worthy of the wait in line. The banana bread slice could have been passed over but I like banana bread and wanted to try theirs. It had a lot of spice to it, which is not typical of banana bread and the flavor of banana was nonexistent. The oatmeal raisin cookie is good if you're looking for a cookie. I believe their chocolate chip cookie is popular but didn't get one. Went with one of their specialty drinks--an iced mint espresso with whole milk. It's a solid drink. Smooth, nice flavor, but the mint is slight, to almost not-present. Staff were stoic, verging on curt, actually impatient is another way to describe their service. I understand they probably serve indecisive customers all day long, but we weren't those people. I believe they've become conditioned to act like this as a protection mechanism to weather their shift. Know what you want, customers. And speak up. Prices are spendy, but I understand why. Ingredients, employees and rent are all pricey to do business. I don't have an issue with a $39.50 bill, if the product is good and fresh. It would be criminal to go here and not get one of their croissants. They beat out the other businesses in the croissant game in L.A. because...Petitgrain Boulangerie's croissants are flaky, with that satisfying pull or stretchy-ness to them. The space is tiny and all takeout. There is one bench in front of the business that you might be fortunate enough to snag, but then customers in line, look-on, as you devour your flaky croissant, while wearing it at the same time. That's okay, you'll stand-up and dust yourself off, while they're still waiting to get in. Metered street parking available on Wilshire. read more
1 month ago
Went to Petitgrain Boulangerie in Santa Monica for the first time today and was simply blown away with how delicious their croissants are...( the best pistachio croissant ever!) The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable & prices are reasonable for among the best baked goods in SoCal (& beyond!) read more
4 months ago
Came at 7:55am on Sunday. Ordered 45 minutes later. Contrary to other posts the line does not move fast. Probably the best cinnamon roll I've had. Also got The croissant with blueberry jam and ham and cheese pastry. Everything was delicious. Worth the wait. Had high expectations with the hype and it didn't disappoint. Overall 10/10 read more
If you get anything get the plain croissant with butter and jam! This was literally the best croissant Ive ever had. The outside was flaky and buttery and inside was moist and soft. The pastries I tried tasted so fresh and delicious. The other stand out was the almond croissant. Line was long when I went on a Saturday morning but moves fast. Probably waited about 30 minutes. read more
Fantastic French bakery, focusing on bread and the occasional pie rather than cakes. It's been open for over a year and stills draws a line from morning to midday. I'll occasionally pop in toward the end of their day, and even with a limited selection (due to items selling out) there's still something awesome to eat. These are my favorite croissants on the Westside, crispy, buttery, light and airy. The kouign-amann is another favorite. The pain au chocolat, jambon gruyere and cardamom scroll were delicious. Don't sleep on the cookies. Everything I've had was great. The grains and produce they use are local, including growers such as Tehapachi Heritage Grain Project and vendors at the Santa Monica Farmers Market. Get anything with fruit in it, like the kouign-amanns. There are no seats, it's all to go. No off-street parking that I know of. There's metered street parking in the area, which usually isn't too difficult to get. Weekends of course are the busiest. Worth the wait. read more
I was super excited to come here as it has been on my list for so long. Parking is medium hard to find and the line was fairly short since it was a weekday. I got the zataar and chocolate croissant as well as the hazelnut cookie. Both the croissants were extremely buttery to the point of it being soggy and just greasy. The outside of the croissant looks great and is flaky but the inside is absolutely way too much oil to the point where the layers on the inside were disappearing from sticking together. There is also nowhere to sit and enjoy your pastries which is so sad because that is half the fun. The service was fast and kind though! I just prefer my chocolate croissant without so much oil... read more
This place was quite the experience. I walked by it and there was a line 20 people long going out the door. So I asked someone in line if it was worth the wait. They said "absolutely". I went back the next day with plenty of time set aside to wait. This time there were 30 people in line. Oh, the line doesn't move fast. I waited for at least 30 minutes. I'm not going to knock off a star for that because you know what you're getting into when you go there. Now the good part: This tiny little shop represents the pinnacle of pastry-craft. I ordered a half dozen assorted pastries and ever single one was unbelievable. The spinach quiche was still slightly wet inside which is an amazing achievement. The cinnamon roll was crispy on the outside with a gooey center. You could taste the real sugar. The greatest culinary achievement was the unbelievably thin pastry flakes that constitute the croissants and danishes. The pricing is extremely reasonable however it will take a good amount of your time waiting. The staff is very young, friendly, and hard working. The client base seems to be 70% Yoga-pant wearing moms and 30% young couples in love. Last but certainly not least are the beverages; The coffee was outstanding; the lemonade spritzers were tart and effervescent. In short, you must come here at least once in your life. If you simply can't make it or you can't wait in line, I recommend you dispatch a servant to fetch it for you. read more
Cute, Italian-style bakery off of Wilshire Blvd. Street, metered parking only. The bakery is very small; only about 4-5 customers can fit inside at a given time, hence, there always appears to be a line. The line moves relatively fast (expect maybe 10-15 minutes wait). They have about 10-15 fresh pastry selections in the display cases most of the time, but they also sell other goodies (ie. freshly made thin cookies, spicy/chili oil, coffee beans, almond snacks. They do have a beverage menu consisting of coffee drinks to a variety of teas, matcha, and specialty drinks (ie. iced mint coffee, etc). For my visit, I did buy 2 bags of almonds (Rosemary almonds and Garlic salt almonds). I also purchased a small jar of the Crispy Ho chili oil & a bag of their thin chocolate cookies. As for the pastries, I got ... 1. Pistachio Lemon Croissant I loved almost everything about it from the flakiness and butteriness of the croissant to the citrus, lemony, tart flavor with a slight nuttiness & crunch from the pistachio pieces. 2.Cardamom Bun Another super flaky - quite literally, you can hear the crisp with each bite - and buttery pastry that is coated in cardamon syrup of sort. The cardamon flavor stood out very nicely and paired well with the crossaint flavoring. The only downside was that it's a bit too sweet for me. It was topped with a some sort of fruit-like (maybe cherry?) jam, which looked nice, but I think it added unnecessary sweetness to it. I'd come back again to try out other pastry varieties. read more
6 months ago
I found this heavenly place about six months ago, and I can't stop coming back!! OMG, everything about this place is delicious. The freshness, quality and variety of pastry items matched with the creative pairings of ingredients is so unique!! Not to mention, the portions are generous. They are selling items so fast that as they are bringing them out of the oven/kitchen, you can still see the steam coming off of them...it's magical! My absolute fav is the feta, olive, za'atar croissant!! I would definitely recommend getting there before they open. There will be a line no matter what, but it goes fast and it's worth the wait!! read more
You can tell that Petitgrain is a neighborhood favorite -- people come with their families lining up in anticipation of the freshly-baked pastries of the day. And for the regulars, they seem to have a good relationship with the workers here as they know them and their families by name. It was my first time here, however, and I must admit that I was met with a rather somewhat cold demeanor by whoever was helping me out so that was less than ideal. But moving on to the pastries themselves.. I got the cardamom bun, kouign amann, and almond croissant. The start of the trio was the cardamom bun-- have not had anything quite like it but it was a warm, moist, sugary, decadent bite of goodness from the syrup it was soaked in. Perfect to pair with a cup of coffee or tea. The kouign Amman had that expected outer snappy sugary exterior -- nothing to complain about. As for the almost croissant, great almond flavor but would have liked a bit more lamination/flakiness. Overall, I would come back but more specifically for the cardamom bun!!! It was definitely the most memorable and unique item that you can't get elsewhere! read more
6 months ago
First off, if you're going to let dogs(not service animals)into the bakery you shouldn't have food near the floor. This morning there was a couple in front of me and when they were checking out the two dogs were sticking their nose on the plastic containers which contained food. Most restaurants these days will have a sign out front, "We love your pets, but they are not permitted inside". read more
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