Chu Bakery

I’d been told this is one of the most famous bakeries in Perth — and now I understand why. There was a long queue when I arrived, but it was absolutely worth the wait. The pastries are seriously eye-catching the moment you step inside. I tried the raspberry croissant — quite a big piece for breakfast — with beautifully crisp, flaky layers and fresh raspberry filling that wasn’t overly sweet. You can really taste the quality. The best part? Grabbing your pastry and walking over to Hyde Park to enjoy breakfast in the open air. Definitely makes the whole experience even better 😊

-Raspberry Almond Croissant (AUD 9.50) Superb! Made with fresh raspberries (not jam), and generously filled with real fruit. The croissant itself was buttery, crisp, and perfectly baked. A delightful balance of tartness and sweetness. -Mushroom Bechamel Toastie (AUD 9.80) Fragrant and rich in flavor, packed with plenty of mushrooms. The bechamel was creamy and well-seasoned. Best enjoyed fresh, as it can get a little chewy if it sits too long. -Caramel Latte (AUD 5.80) Standard, smooth and balanced, though nothing particularly distinctive. -Lemongrass Ginger Tea (AUD 4.80) Standard, light, refreshing, and clean on the palate, but fairly simple in taste. P.s.: -Enjoy Chu items while relaxing by walking across to Hyde Park. -Tip: Come early, many items were already sold out by 3 PM!

Ok I have been working nearby and coming here frequently....way to much haha. The chicken rolls are my fav (however if you have veneers or sore teeth be warned it can be a bit cruchy and dense some days - which i love .x ) and the pastries 🍰 are lovely. Nice fresh and made on site. I will say if you come here on a weekend expect to wait if at peak times as it is a small intimate venue.

Amazing coffee and raspberry almond croissant! No place to sit but you can go to the park and enjoy It might be worth considering one more team member focused on taking orders to help improve efficiency and reduce wait times

The place is very popular, it has great food options and the coffee is excellent. Everything is high quality and flavorful. It doesn't have tables and chairs; orders are for takeout only. But that's not a problem because Hyde Park is right across the street, another wonderful place you can go for a meal. You'll probably really enjoy buying a cappuccino and croissant, sitting on a bench in Hyde Park, and enjoying the moment.

I would say it's worth it if there's not a long line. I came on a weekday in the afternoon and there wasn't a line, so if you can come during then I think that's your best bet. It's a good bakery and the desserts taste great. I got a strawberry tart. However, I think a pastry can only be so good if you're forced to stand outside with minimal air con.

Find one of the best pastry shops in town I've tried a lot on the shelf and could say that everything is my favorite! Great location too, close to Hyde Park, just grab a few pieces and go straight there!

Chu Bakery staff are so relentlessly friendly. Seriously, the variety of yummy, delicious pastries they offer is just unfair. But the real monthly life choice is their special, it’s always dangerously good and deserves its own pedestal. Pair that with their truly spectacular coffee, and you have a dangerous, yet perfect, combination. My wallet weeps, but my taste buds cheer. 10/10, bring stretchy pants.

I am guilty as everyone else in Highgate is. Day after day, weekend after weekend, the queue stretches in front of all the houses along Lincoln Street, obstructing their driveways & taunting the quiet & quaint Pearl of Highgate. I guess Highgate has a new pearl now, & it's definitely Chu Bakery. Look, I don't have to sell you on the pastries, because you have eyes. I'm sorry if you're blind & trying to read this, but I swear your nose will have to agree with me when you visit, & the super friendly staff will help you to pick something to suit your tastebuds, if the constant flow of customers loitering around the corner block don't share some of their personal favourites. For me, it's the kaya croissant. I mean it's the perfect Singapore/French crossover for my Singapore born self & my French wife. (Also pretty good is the brioche kaya toast at Freddy's Strudel, but I'll get to that review later...) Also the chilli passionfruit donut, also the earl grey choc latte, also the mushroom toastie, also the lime coconut tart, and pretty much everything else. You know what? Don't take my word for it. Don't believe me, or all the other glowing reviews. Don't go to Chu bakery. I don't want to have to queue any longer than I already have to.

Amazing bakery! I love how everything is made in house and you can see the kitchen/baking area when ordering so you know it's fresh! There's always a queue because of the delicious food but it goes by fast. I got the mushroom toastie along with spicy passionfruit donut and an almond croissant. 10/10 for all the items - the mushroom toastie was grilled to perfection, lots of mushrooms and the parmesan cheese sprinkled on-top made it extra nutty/earthy. I'm not usually a fan of donuts but this particular one was a hit! The passionfruit flavour didn't get overwhelmed by the spicy flavour (prob paprika) - but gave it a twist on a classic. The almond croissant was flakey, buttery and loads of almond stuffing. Highly recommend if you're in Perth!

The pastries at Chu are so good that I visit every Sunday. Enough said. You will not be disappointed!

Heaven in one bite. The croissants and coffee here are sublime. I suggest a walk around the nearby lake, a perfect place for me to interview my clients when I am writing their stories. A ghostwriter needs her coffee & this is amazing.

Great coffee and nice location across from the park. I have been a few times now and live the fresh croissants with different fillings. Yum.

On a Sunday morning, we've decided to go to Chu Bakery. There were loads of people standing outside waiting for their coffee. We ordered the apple lattice, green tea puff, almond croissant and the salted caramel doughnut. It's good desserts. But it's on the pricey side for Perth.

Seriously... This place outdoes itself. So amazingly delightful. Tried their new Montebello chu which was a pretty little pink raspberry and pistachio cream treat. Simply heavenly! Love coming to this place in a crisp Saturday morning to pick up a coffee and treat to take over to Hyde park for my morning stroll. Nothin better!

Cute little bakery located in Highgate. Been hearing really great things about this place and it did not disappoint! Their pastries are really pretty and it is on the higher price. Lychee raspberry puff: this one is my favorite! The puff pastry is nicely crispy, but not hard. The cream was not too sweet so it was perfect. Matcha puff: I'm a pretty big fan of matcha, but I thought the matcha cream was alright. Chocolate puff: the chocolate cream was good along with the gooey caramel. Raspberry almond croissant: OMG! It's so flakey! The good kind of flakey! Buttery croissant with a nice touch of raspberry and almonds. Glad I got to check this off my list while visiting Perth! Highly recommend this place if you want to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Chu Bakery is an ugly building filled with beautiful pastries. It sits opposite the green grass and shady trees of Hyde Park, so you can grab a treat to enjoy outdoors (so long as it's not raining). This popular bakery often sells out, so go early for all the best choices! My heart skipped a beat - raspberry, lychee, and choux pastry (or pâte à choux in French). The raspberry lychee chu puff ($5.50) is a cute little thing, but a bit expensive for the size. The pink creamy filling was sweet and tangy, while the pastry was buttery and moist (heh). The chocolate éclair ($5.50) is pure indulgence. Rich dark choc on top and bursting at the seams with chocolate cream. This was perfect with my friend's coffee - he enjoyed the house-made cold brew. Next time, I want to try the unusual soft serve ice cream flavours (available on weekends). Chu Bakery is a great place to treat yo'self or to grab a box of delicate hand-made desserts to impress your friends or family. Go ahead and try it for yourself!

My friend, Jeremy and I decided to take a trip to Chu Bakery before his singing practice at church. So we went there at around 12 pm and expected Chu to run out of a lot of pastries and cakes. Even though we were so lucky to find a parking spot right outside of Chu (next to the public phone box), our hearts sank when we saw the long queue inside the bakery. As soon as we walked inside, we saw that Chu had replenished their stock of matcha yuzu as well as their croissants! We settled for one matcha yuzu, Boston donuts, almond croissant and strawberry cream tart. We also ordered the coffee from Chu and Jeremy said our order will be delivered to us. We didn't realise that Chu has a take-away window for all coffee order, fortunately one of the kind staff took our coffee to us. The strawberry cream tart was another hit. Eating this was really easy, especially since the crust was quite solid. The creamy centre had enough sweetness to it and the taste of strawberry really spreaded out to the cream. We saw a tinge of pink when we took a bite into our tart! My favourite was the simple Boston donut. It gave us the pure joy to eat this. The dough was fluffy and soft. Would it be okay to have this for breakfast every day? The almond croissant was flaky and buttery with a sprinkling of powdery white sugar. I like how those white sugar makes any dessert look really pretty. The croissant smells really good too. Jeremy's favourite was the matcha yuzu especially due to the sour yuzu jelly inside the pastry. I like how the yuzu jelly was in green colour as well, this could only mean that they put a thought into planning and making it. The next time I'm at Chu it will be due to their chocolate eclairs that I have yet to try.

You know when you go past a eatery and see a crowd out the front - even on a lazy Sunday afternoon? Chu's is one of those blink-and-miss-it gems tucked away next to Hyde Park and I honestly thought it was a cult bookstore or maybe a private home. Buzzing with happy visitors, I popped in to check out what the fuss was about and was very happy with a creamy take-away cappuchino and a lychee and raspberry chu puff, adding a crispy chocolate donut for afters. The crowd outside were enjoying their nibbles - there's really no room inside to dine, but with the Hyde Park right across the road, I'd suggest heading there if you haven't got the patience to wait and take your cakes home. They've got fairly mid-range prices (I'd hoped for a bigger cup), but the pastries are to die for. I'm going to try coming back earlier in the day to see more of the range and hopefully try every one of the chu pastries on the menu.

Chu Bakery has been open just a few months. In its short life, the teeny tiny bakery has amassed a very loyal following, often selling out of its sweet goodies. We headed there on what felt like a sort of pilgrimage. There's just a few stools outside Chu. I had my sights on the gorgeous Hyde Park right across the street - we found a spot right under a shady jacaranda tree. Perfect. Z literally hoovered up his hazelnut praline éclair. It was spot on, I was lucky enough to have a very small nibble. It's absolutely the best éclair I've ever tasted. The light choux pastry is golden brown and filled with decedent hazelnut praline cream. I took a little longer over my Lychee and raspberry chu puff, taking some photos, then savouring the pastry and raspberry cream. Hiding inside was the sweet lychee and boy was that a great flavour combo! Everyone seems to pick the 'on trend' matcha chu puff, but I really loved this version. Chu is top notch - check it out!

Chu bakery was already buzzing with music and people at 9.30am on a sunday. A tiny bakery with just enough room to order and bus stop style seating, it is a much better option to order at the bakery and eat in hyde park. Having heard so much about the rasberry almond croissant and the chu puffs, my friend and I ordered these two delicacies as well as some wholemeal bread topped with hummus, chilli flakes and cucumber. I also ordered a large skinny cap for 4.50 and my friend ordered a green juice. While waiting for our order, we saw the bakers in the back rolling dough for the croissants. Their freshly baked bread was either sold out or still being made as there were no loaves on the shelves. ¤Insert sad face¤ We walked along to hyde park to consume our order. The raspberry hazelnut croissant was flaky, sweet but not to sweet and just melted in your mouth. The peanut butter raspberry chu puff was sweet, sour, buttery, peanuty, flakey and melt in the mouth delicious. But omg the wholemeal bread slathered with generous hommus was to die for. The bread was soft, tasty, springy and simply scrumptious. I have never used those words to describe bread but that's exactly what it was. The hummus tasted fresh and the chilli flakes added just the right hint of spice to it. Yumm. Chu bakery you are definitely in demand for a reason. Oh and the coffee was extra hot, strong but not too strong and just the right amount of wake me up on a Sunday morning. What a great way to start the day!

Before Chu that spot was a little deli that has very little patronage...then tada!!! Long queues after Chu was opened. I love their pastries although it could be quite expensive. But they are delicious so I beg them to take my money haha. Coffee has always been mediocre though and I don't seem to get a relatively full cup every time so it's a bit frustrating. That's why I gave this place 4/5.

Always love dropping into Chu Bakery to grab one of their toast options or the matcha and yuzu puffs. Incredibly busy on a friday morning. Lots of people waiting for their coffee and toasts plus a line to get their goodies. Unfortunately the puffs weren't ready til after 9. So i ended up going back to get one due to my desperation haha! They had the raspberry lychee puffs available as well. Still have to say the matcha ones are my favourite. Just bear in mind, these baked goodies are pricey, but if you value fresh baked pastries, they are definitely worth it!!

came here for breakfast yesterday morning. It's a nice place, but the products did have their ups and downs! We tried a bit of everything. Starting with the toast, our favourite was he hummus, cucumber and chilli flake toast. It was just the right amount of spiciness, creaminess and refreshingness! The avocado toast came second, I thought they put too much feta on the toast, making it way too salty, but the overall effect was good. The prosciutto toast was mediocre at best. The kata coconut and banana toast was way too sweet! It was literally unbearable near the end! Next up were the chu puffs. Their famous matcha puffs were of course the best thing ever! With a yuzu jelly centre that was both refreshing and provided contrast against the creamy matcha tea filling, it was heaven in your mouth! The chocolate Chu puffs were great too, with a very strong rose flavour throughout and subtle raspberry undertone. The croissants were great too! The kata coconut croissants were actually the best! Unlike the toast, they wasn't too sweet and had the right balance of everything. The hazelnut dacquoise was too sweet and rich for my tongue, but it did tasted somewhat like a Ferrero Rocher! The strawberry tart was ok, but they had an amazing base. We also had the matcha latte, but it was disappointing though.... Overall it was a great visit! I would definitely head back for more hummus toasts!

Have frequented this place a few times now but haven't yet tried their savoury options. The puffs are as amazing as I expected they would be. Matcha has been the "in" thing over the past few months but I would definitely say that the raspberry and lychee puff is my favourite. The matcha and yuzu puff is lovely but the yuzu was overpowering for me. The strawberries and cream tart was lovely (however I will probably not be buying this again as I'd prefer the puffs over this) and the eclairs are delicious. I tried the hazelnut eclair but would be inclined to go for the traditional chocolate eclair next time - as a flavour choice. The pastry is lovely and has a nice chew to it. Croissants were okay but weren't something I would buy again. Have taken one star off as both coffees I've had here were burnt. I actually saw someone pour their coffee into the grass outside after tasting it once - as extreme as that sounds!

This is quite possibly one of my favourite bakeries. Granted, I haven't been to many, but this is definitely at the top of my list. This little spot is in the heart of Highgate and just a short walk from the amazing cafés of Brisbane Street. There's no seating aside from a waiting bench, but with Hyde Park right across the road, why would you want to sit indoors anyway? Grab your Chu Puff and enjoy it out in the sunshine! I popped in on a Saturday afternoon after having brunch at Art Starter because I was feeling like something sweet. I didn't mind the 10 or so minute walk because I knew there was something amazing waiting for me at the end. But for those of you who aren't too keen on the walk, there's street parking available. I ordered the iced matcha latte and looked in awe at my pastries as I waited for them to whip up my latte. As usual- staff were amazing. Iced latte- refreshing! Chu puff- surprisingly satisfying. If you're in the area, give this place a shot. But don't forget, they ARE a bakery, and therefore do the standard loaves you know and love.

My favorite local bakery. Grab something from Chu bakery (my favorite is Matcha Yuzu Chu Puff) and spend your afternoon in Hyde Park on a beautiful day - the best sanctuary you can find in Perth. On a side note, this bakery is tiny. It's best for takeaway. There is no seats inside the bakery. So manage your expectation.

Small but packed with goodness! This bakery which located at highgate is a perfect joint if you are after freshly baked pastries/ bread. They open early on weekends (even on Sundays) to cater for the early birds wanting their morning coffee fix and a hit of sugar. I had their matcha yuzu chu puff and Boston puff. The matcha taste alot like a freshly brewed green tea with a surprise filling as you sink your teeth into it! The Boston puff was surprising light almost donuty with a creammy custard inside. Oh so good! Their coffee is amazing too! Only drawbacks: they are not cheap and there is not much sitting space. Did not bother me though!

Because of its handy location opposite Hyde Park, Chu Bakery usually has a slew of hungry lunchers squeezed inside its tiny shop front, picking up a few treats to picnic with. There is no space to eat in, but why would you want to anyway with lovely parkland across the road? It took me a long time to visit Chu but when I did, it opened the flood gates. Needless to say, I've been back several times to try different goodies, and this post is an accumulation of those. You don't think I ate all of these at one time do you? Naturally my son Alex has also aided and abetted me in my quest to sample as many of Chu's products as possible. The choux puffs are delectable. The fillings are creamy and the puffs are more substantial than the usual pedestrian choux puffs. Meaning they have more taste and texture. We've tried the peanut butter and jelly version, but the sweet and fragrant lychee and raspberry puff was the standout. The eclairs at Chu are on a different level to most others I've tried (with only bites by D being comparable). Whilst the chocolate filling was scrumptious, the hazelnut filling was sublime. The vanilla cream doughnut was a winner in Alex's eyes, though I thought the actual doughnut could have been sweeter. Kudos to Chu for using real vanilla beans in the patisserie filling. My favourite though, was the almond croissant. Now I am a devoted seeker-outer of almond croissants and have not found one locally to match the ones I devoured daily in the bakeries in France. Chu's version was an absolute winner. The pastry was crisp and meltingly buttery, and the almond filling moist and delicious. Wow. A 10 out of 10 for this one. Chu also does baguettes and toasties which run out the door at lunchtime. Alex enjoyed the yummy thick sourdough slices in his ham and cheese toasty, though I've not yet sampled them. The one thing that disappointed me at Chu was the coffee. My long mac topped up came in a cup the size of a mini paper cup at a water dispenser, and was only 3/4 full. I'd asked for a large one and for $4.50 I felt ripped off. I know some places serve small macs but this was ridiculously Lilliputian. That gripe aside, the sweet things on offer at Chu are compensatory. If you're passing by William St in Highgate, pop in and grab a few bites for morning tea. Oh, and they bake a pretty mean loaf of bread too :)

Chu - I Choo-Choo-Choose you! This brand new bakery sits proudly on the kitty corner opposite Hyde Park in a very leafy part of Inglewood. 'Sweet dreams are made of Chu!'. The baked goods are every bit as spectacular in real life as they appear in the pictures. I took home a strawberries and cream tart, a praline eclair, a rose chocolate and raspberry Chu puff and a kaya croissant. The pastry chef has certainly honed his skills as the pastries are light and delicious and perfect in presentation. Each one is like a beautiful piece of art! I am a big fan of kaya, so it was a bonus to find a lovely, flaky pastry with a generous filling of coconut heaven! When I was in the store, I was so mesmerised by the sweet stuff it escaped my attention that they also offer a selection of savoury delights. It was only when we were leaving, that I noticed people seated outside, were happily tucking into what looked like the best and freshest looking open faced sandwiches ever! It's good to know for next time. The fit out is neat and minimalistic, which works well and seems to highlight the baked goods on display. I am in love with the sexy light fittings, which have such a clever design. The café is light and bright and meticulously clean. The staff are young, fresh and enthusiastic. They are happy and helpful and provide service with a smile. Their attire is very chic and works well with the whole setup. So take your crew and visit Chu!

It always feel like a victory when a business with pitiable patronage is replaced by one that absolutely soars. The little deli that once looked over the park has since been moved on for this great little spot, and the locals (myself included) couldn't be happier. They make croissants in a few different flavour varieties, there was one with coconut and coconut jam (it has a malaysian name but I can't remember it), I think there was also a red berry one and a chocolatey one, as well as the classic plain croz. These are lost on me in favour of the toasties which are delicious. They also do 'toasts' - like a bruschetta concept but there are both sweet and savoury options. Having a patisserie with barista coffee right next to the park is an ingenious idea. Well done guys, well done. It has become a weekend ritual of mine to go down to Chu with my housie on a Sunday morning for a take away toastie and coffee, which we then walk over to the picnic tables in Hyde Park to devour. And we weren't alone!

Arrived there today just after 8:30am and it was already packed inside - we were planning on grabbing a coffee but didn't fancy waiting all day. By the time we left it was getting uncomfortably cramped inside. It looks like they bring produce out in batches, and it's gone pretty quickly. We managed to grab two strawberry & cream tarts (outstanding), two croissants (super flaky), a brioche doughnut (interesting, not sure if I'd go there again) and a loaf of sourdough (really light and airy). That lot cost over $35 so it's certainly not cheap, but then again the quality is outstanding so I wouldn't consider it overpriced. Hopefully when the fuss dies down there will be more of a selection on offer, not that it really matters because whatever you get will be good.

Amazing pastries, freshly baked bread & excellent coffee. There is always a long line for a good reason - this place is the best!

Best Bakery on the Block. So in truth, I had been here before and did walk away a little confused as to what the hype was all about. I opted to try at that time the much hyped up green tea chu puff with yuzu jelly but this didn't do anything particularly special for me or my partner. We decided to give Chu another go today after having breakfast in the area and this time were not disappointed (or confused for that matter). We opted for a few things as the displays were full and the bakery was full of staff and hungry customers. This time around we opted for the coconut croissant, chocolate chu puff, lemon tart and the praline eclair. The chocolate puff had light puffy pastry which was well complemented with a hazelnut chocolate flavoured mouse. The Coconut croissant, (we saw these being made in person) was nice and light and had a kaya coconut creme inside which was flavoursome without being overtly sweet. The praline eclair was delightfully fluffy and the filling was very flavoursome. The lemon tart had the right mixture and sweet and sour and hit the spot. 4 out of 4 desserts on the mark has made me rethink my opinion of this bakery. I am a fan!

After being bowled over by everyone's gorgeous pictures on yelp, I felt like I needed to give it a-go. And, while this place is bustling and their pastries are indeed, gorgeous... my donut craving was not fixed. I felt like the bread to topping ratio was way off. The cinnamon/sugar donut was mainly bread with a dusting. I am definitely seeking more of a cake or sour cream donut than of the standard issue bread variety. The jelly donut was more amply filled than other donuts I've had in the past - but, I really prefer my jelly to be more on the sour side than sweet (to counter balance the sweetness of the donut). The best of the lot was the Boston Cream. And, I was shocked in horror of the green matcha pastry... I had no idea it was filled with a congealed gelatinous green stuff. The texture on the outside was outstanding, but the innards was not what I was expecting nor wanting. Service was good, but the $5.50 price tag on some of the baked goods to me just wasn't worth it.

This place does the best croissants in Perth and they use actual French butter, not the vegetable shortening crap that so many bakeries use. We had a wide selection of pastries including plain croissant, almond croissant, almond and raspberry croissant, lemon tart and a strawberry and cream tart (no they weren't all for me :P). I am hard pressed to pick a favourite but I think it might be the almond croissant. Flaky, buttery goodness!. Do yourself a favour and go. A word of warning, it can get quite busy so remember that patience is a virtue or better yet, get there when they open (7am) and beat the masses.

I love everything about this little Bakery and man are they onto a winner!! To be placed across the road from Hyde Park so that everyone (including a big mum and kid crowd) can enjoy a coffee and treat and then sit or walk around the park - perfection! I met a friend and her toddler for exactly that, I had a ham and cheese toastie while I waited for her and then we both grabbed a range of sweets and took them to the park. The hazelnut and salted caramel puff was amazing!! Sometimes these things are a little too sweet for me but this was perfect. My friend had the salted caramel doughnut which she loved and a really good coffee. I took a cinnamon doughnut home to have later which was amazing too!! I'll definitely make this my regular spot during spring and summer and make use of Perths beautiful surroundings while eating good food!!

This place is located near Hyde park. So can come to this place after you burn your fat(jogging,running) then you can build them up again But it so delicious..your tongue won't be disappointed. I comes here many times and tried most of them Definitely recommend this place My fav: all flavour of their croissant

I called into here briefly along with the SMS coffee and cake orders of the friends i was shortly to meet at Hyde Park. There is something sublime and decadent abot sipping their wonderful crafted coffee and eating their great cakes in the park whilst watching all the poor wage slaves heading off to work. I will definatly be back...

One of my favourite places when my sugar cravings hit. It has so much variety of sweet things. Their hazlenut eclairs are to die for. As is the strawberry tart. Not to mention their delicious croissants.. almond.. kaya.. I'll have the lot! The classics are just as good.. the elegantly delicious cinnamon donut in all its simplicity is hard to get right but the Chu team does it just right. Apart from their sweets.. omg the avo feta toast love it to bits. And their fresh loaf of bread is why i can never go on a carb diet. To boot their coffee is good. Just don't go there too late especially on the weekend cos you may be disappointed when there is nothing left on display. But the best part is seeing the owner Ryan make his pastries through the front counter it's always fascinating. I definitely chuchu this place for my morning tea or lunch and either sit and eat in hyde park or takeaway back home to share.

So I've just had my first (and last) visit to Chu. It didn't appear too busy. A couple of seats were free and the only queues were those waiting for coffee. I noticed lots of empty space on the shelves but saw big trays of bread were being shuffled out of ovens in the staffed kitchen. The display held a nice array of doughnuts and filled croissants. There were lots of almond ones, but I just wanted a plain one. I checked the racks - yep, plenty there. Two loaded large trays, in fact. At least 40 of them. The problem occurred when I tried to buy one of those plain croissants. I was told I couldn't, because they were for filling later. I reiterated I just wanted one. Just one. From about 40. No big deal right? Wrong. Apparently it was. Apparently the extra $2.50 profit from a filled croissant that *might* be purchased later is more important to this business than the real customer waiting to pay right there, right now. Apparently. Well Chu, if that's the way you want to run your business, then I wish you all the best. From my perspective, your customer service and business acumen leaves a lot to be desired.

Chu Bakery is located in the heart of Highgate. Across the road from Chu Bakery, is iconic Hyde Park. On a beautiful weekday, I decided to drop by Chu Bakery to reward myself with some sweet treats for afternoon tea. One step inside this cute bakery and you are greeted with a friendly service, pastries galore with the fresh aroma of bread, as everything is made fresh in store. For my afternoon tea, I had the Fraisier Chu, Matcha Yuzu Chu puff, Rose Chocolate Raspberry Chu puff and a Kaya Coconut Croissant. I enjoyed the Fraisier Chu and thought that it was delicious - it's smooth and soft with light creamy flavours and the perfect hint of sweetness. You can't leave Chu Bakery without trying their signature Chu puffs, the Matcha Yuzu Chu puff and Rose Chocolate Raspberry Chu puff. I love both of the Chu puffs and thought that the pastry was executed very well, being light and crisp on the outside concealing a little surprise inside, like the yuzu jelly in the Matcha Yuzu Chu puff. The icing on top of the Chu puffs is definitely a matchmake in heaven. It's smooth, flavoursome and creamy. I have also heard many good things about the Kaya Coconut Croissant at Chu Bakery and decided to give it a try too. Growing up in Malaysia, I am a big fan of kaya, bringing back many memories of having kaya toast for breakfast. I thought that the combination of kaya with croissant was perfect. It's both flaky and buttery, complementing well with the smooth Kaya spread, bursting with sweet coconut flavours. If you have a sweet tooth, I highly recommend you to try Chu Bakery for their delectable and delightful pastries. Oh, I hear they also do a good coffee to go with your sweet treats too. With Hyde Park located opposite Chu Bakery, you can soak up the sun and indulge in your pastries while chilling out at the park.

Loving the pastries from Chu's and is a place I would be coming back again & again! Their desserts are perfect in sweetness and you can taste the quality ingredients used to produce these goodies! Will return for the open toasts & sandwiches next time round

Just go here, OK? Just do it. Stop wondering 'where will I go this morning for a delicious baked treat and caffeine hit that I can take over to Hyde park and eat by the ducks?' and go here. OK?

I love nothing more than to come here and indulge in the delicious pastries that are made fresh. The place it's self is very small and compact but full of goodness. My favorite so far would have to be the matcha yuzu puff, so much flavor, especially with the yuzu jelly. It's in a perfect location, right across the beautiful hyde park where you can sit down, relax and enjoy all that goodness. I definitely will be returning until I've tried one of each.

I couldn't wait to check out Chu Bakery. Today was only their third day of trading but word has spread quickly. Unfortunately they were still making most of the pastries when we arrived so there wasn't much choice. I REALLY want to try the eclairs as I'm a big fan but they weren't ready yet. I got a strawberries & cream tart and the match puff and chocolate puff. Loved the tart! The puffs I wasn't keen on the combinations of flavours. My son also had a raspberry croissant which had an amazing flavour and my daughter had a chocolate croissant which was lovely and flaky. They use top quality ingredients in everything they make. They have a fabulous location right across the road from Hyde Park so when it is sunny it would be the perfect place to grab a bite to eat & coffee for a picnic. I'll be back to try the eclairs soon!

Delicious baked goods on the corner of Hyde Park. Pricey, but you get what you pay for. My only wish is that they had a bigger selection - but that's just because it's so yummy!

Living approximately 40 steps away from Chu bakery it's the perfect little stop for me to come and grab a coffee (or a matcha latte). Unfortunately for me, their GF selection is minimal - they do one GF cake and it isn't always available. They do a great batch brew but the wait is one thing that kills it for me. Even when it isn't busy (1 or 2 other customers there) I've never waited less than 10 minutes for a coffee. I'll still go back to get my caffeine fix no doubt, but only if I have the time to spare. Not the ideal place to grab a morning coffee on the go but good for a lazy Sunday.

If ever there was a place to get a great freaking sandwich, this is it. Who knew tuna baguettes could be this amazing? Their toasts are great. The coffee is boss and everything is centered around some kind of dough. Heaven.

The best toasted sandwich ever... And OMG I don't know how I resisted the cakes... Coffee is really good. Take your treats across to beautiful Hyde park and have yourself a picnic. Perfection.

Lovely bakery right across the park. Picked up couples coffees, croissant and ham/cheese toastie. Simple yet very delicious!

The first bite is amazing. Then it goes dull. Might be better if reduce the size. Good to see more cafè serve motcha though.

I am a sucker for sweets so how can I resist trying out a new bakery? After ogling at the photos all morning, my better half drove me to this bakery to ... well basically shut me up so he can get work done at home ;-) This little bakery was packed when we arrived. When I say little it's tiny! The ordering system was a bit confusing. There was a row of customers sat against the window hence making the inner space very crammed. Not quite sure what they were waiting for ... coffee perhaps? Nevertheless, they could've sat on the stools outside rather than crowding up the inside causing confusion. After a bit of weirdness as to who was trying to do what at the crowded counter, I managed to place my order. The setting seemed as such: one staff makes coffees at the far left right opposite the entrance, one takes orders in the middle of the counter, one packs the orders. Once you place your order, the staff enters onto a tablet and takes your name. Perhaps at this point she could advise where a customer should wait and that name will be called when ready. This is so all the customers aren't cramming at the counter blocking newly arrived customers who wish to place their orders. The bakery is tiny. The directional flow should be the other way round as well so the staff taking orders is situated on the far right hand side of the counter rather towards the entrance. The lovely dispatching/packing staff called my name to give me my order. She's definitely the friendlier of the two. Overall, this first time experience is 5 stars - strictly for the Boston Cream Doughnut, Kaya Coconut Croissant and Matcha Yuzu puff and also the dispatching chick! The goodies may be small in size and rather dear but the quality shone through in taste - worth every penny (cent)!

This is such a cute bakery, I can't believe how long it's taken me to get there. I came with my mum and sister and we got a salted caramel donut, a Passionfruit chilli donut, and the cute raspberry desserts they do (I forgot the name ). All of these were delicious I had a bite of each of them, and they're great quality sweets. It was lovely going and sitting in Hyde park while indulging in these treats, until it began raining of course. I will be back to try more items!

This bakery is only new but wowsers, this crew know how to bake! The brioche doughnut dusted with cinnamon and sugar...amazing and the hazelnut and raspberry croissants are crunchy, flaky and oozing with filling. It takes so much effort to convince my husband to try anywhere new especially if the coffee is not great, but he contemplated crossing the road again for round 2 and he's planning the trip back next weekend. My daughter loved the Valrhona hot chocolate and was hit with an immediate chocolate fix when she took her first sip. Very well done CHU Bakery and such a great location! I hope your business continues to grow!

After finally finding a spot in our schedules for a catch up, HD and I meet at 9am on a crisp Saturday morning for a coffee and a baked treat. And oh god did Chu Bakery deliver! After spending a few moments giving their selection of croissants a well deserved consideration (photo), we ordered our coffees, one plain (photo) and one chocolate croissant. We took our goodies across the street and Hyde Park. While enjoying the nature, we devoured, yes devoured the croissants. It is easy to see why Chu's is the talk around town!

Tiny but right across from the lovely Hyde Park so that is not a big drawback. I went for quite a simple order: chai latte and cinnamon donut. The latte was perfectly fine but the donut was amazing. So light and such a great texture with the perfect amount of sugar and cinnamon. Yum!