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Des Croissants Paris
Master Critic Review
Des Croissants Paris
8.4
Traditional French boulangerie-pâtisserie opened in 2018 by Ferrandi School-trained baker Samuel Manar who worked at Spago and Bottega Louie. Everything is handcrafted from scratch using French-imported ingredients with 48-hour fermentation for artisan breads. The minimalist space showcases what many consider LA's best kouign-amann alongside glossy butter croissants and arm-length baguettes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kouign-Amann, Almond Croissant, Pain au Chocolat
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Authentic French baking with potentially LA's finest kouign-amann
Who should go: Pastry enthusiasts seeking French artisan technique and ingredients
When to visit: Thursday-Saturday mornings when everything is freshly baked
What to order: Kouign-amann (must-try), any croissant, fresh baguette
Insider tip: Limited hours (Thu-Sat 8am-2:30pm, Sun 8am-1pm) and street parking only
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only on residential streets - usually easy mornings, can be tight Saturday afternoons
Dress code: Come as you are - this is a casual bakery counter, athleisure and workout clothes perfectly fine
Noise level: Quiet - minimal seating, mostly grab-and-go, can chat easily at small tables
Weekend wait: Closed for dinner - Thu-Sat 8am-2:30pm only
Weekday lunch: Closed Mon-Wed - operates Thu-Sun mornings only, 5-10 min line Saturday mornings for popular items
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - all pastries are vegetarian, plus bread options
Vegan options: Very limited - traditional French baking uses lots of butter and eggs, call ahead to ask about specific items
Gluten-free options: No - this is a traditional wheat-based French bakery, not the place for GF needs
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better as a casual morning coffee date than a sit-down meal - minimal seating, quick-service format. Perfect if you're doing a walk-and-pastry situation or grabbing treats before another activity.
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations needed or taken - this is counter service with a few small tables. Arrive early Saturday mornings if you want the kouign-amann before they sell out.
Is it kid-friendly? Absolutely - quick service means no need to keep kids entertained, and what kid doesn't love a pain au chocolat? Cash-friendly for teaching kids about buying treats. Just note the limited weekend-only hours.
Best For
Better for: Choose Des Croissants Paris when you want authentic French technique and imported ingredients at accessible prices - this is as close to a Paris boulangerie as LA gets. The kouign-amann specifically rivals anything in the city. Best for morning pastry runs and taking home artisan bread.
Skip if: You need weekday access (closed Mon-Wed), want a full sit-down café experience with extensive seating, require dietary accommodations beyond vegetarian, or aren't willing to work around very limited hours. Also skip if you want sandwich options or savory lunch items - this is focused on traditional pastries and breads.