Des Croissants Paris

I first discovered their pastries at the Culver City Farmers Market, and what stood out most was the richness and freshness of the ingredients. You can truly taste the quality of the butter and dough in every bite. Excited to visit their store, I initially went on a Tuesday—only to find it closed! They’re only open a few days a week. This time, I made it on a Friday morning, and it was bustling! The shop is spotless and exudes a charming Parisian vibe. From the friendly merchants to the cozy atmosphere, it feels just like a bakery in France. 🇫🇷 I highly recommend the raspberry Danish and raisin escargot (such a fun name!). The raspberry Danish is filled with incredibly fresh, juicy berries, while the escargot has just the right amount of plump, moist raisins. 💕 The customer service was warm and professional, and the coffee was surprisingly good. Plus, their prices are more reasonable than others in the neighborhood. 👍👍 The only downside? The restroom is for employees only, so I had to cut my visit shorter than I’d have liked. Overall, I highly recommend this spot and will definitely be back! 🇫🇷❤️

I went almost an hour out of my way to try the croissant here after a rave Parisian croissant review. The bar is high and this is difficult to achieve. I really wanted to like it. I ate it right away, around 10am on Feb 22, 2025, so no photo of the crescent. Unfortunately, I was let down, greatly. Maybe it was a bad batch but not excusable in a French bakery, where the baker has a French accent (real or not). The crescent pastry looked a bit off and it definitely did not sound right, was not flaky beyond a couple spots in a very superficial layer, did not have the right elasticity at all throughout, and the taste was not good. 0 to 1 star. Even Costco has better. I also got a 5-layer flaky pistachio cream dessert for my wife. She didn't like it, and she likes pistachios. I actually liked the pistachio cream filling but the flaky part had the same issue as the crescent pastry. I don't think I'll ever go back, sadly. The bit of pistachio cream was not worth the $15.

My partner and I discovered this just by driving by. The unplanned stop was a great idea. Croissant Kouign Amman, and Ham & Cheese Croissant were all delectable. The amman had the perfect amount of crunchy caramelization on the bottom. Would go out of my way to return!!

Finally found a real French Croissants in LA size/ taste/ texture everything was perfect! From the delicious French butter smell the honeycomb texture & just the right amount of dough & sweetness, an authentic and tasty viennoiserie 🥐 that took me back to my childhood!! Love love love… although they’re a bit higher price than some other French locations

Favorite French pastries in LA! The Pain Suisse with chocolate chip is insane! The croissant and pain au chocolat are flakey and delicious. Got a baguette… and as a true European had to bite to end off as I left… I had to go back to try their olive bread! Soooooooo good. My husband was so happy to come home to heavenly crunchy carbs.

The croissants are fabulous; flaky, not too sweet and soft inside, but the baguette is as good. Staff is chirpy, welcoming and efficient. Make you morning start there! It’s the best hidden coffee shop/bakery in LosAngeles!

We happen to stumble upon this place on Easter Sunday and I’m so glad we did! The two ladies running the place were so lovely! The pastries were even more so, so buttery and delicious. The pain suisse was my personal fave.

A nice little french bakery. It was still relatively new when I tried this place out. I saw this in a google article and wanted to try it out. Their selection was great. Their price was a bit more than other places, but their quality was pretty good. It was a little hard to tell which items were priced because some names I wasn't familiar with. The taste was very good. I would come back again to try out their other stuff. You will need a big budget of you want to buy for a group of people. Parking was a bit hard to find. You have to pay on the street which is hit or miss.

Pretty sure this is my favorite croissant in LA and YES, I realize that's a big statement. I've tried a ton of them. You walk in and instantly the smell of butter and freshly baked pastries hits your nose. Best smell in the world, I swear. Everything I've tried here has been delicious, from their Croissants to Almond Croissants to Kouign Amann to Pain au Chocolat! The people working here are always super friendly and helpful too, making the experience an easy 5 stars!

Let's keep it real. A good croissant is hard to find.... But no need to look any further than this completely charming neighborhood spot! Have been looking for the best of the best croissants in LA and didn't realize this one was practically in my backyard! It's open only a few days a week and the croissants are so flaky and buttery, made with a lot of care and presented perfectly. Several of the offerings change for a different experience every time. Service was great and quick, I ended up getting 5 different items and all of which were amazing! Pricing is moderate but for the quality totally worth it. There is a great little seating area in the back with beautiful natural light and also some things you can buy like jams/jellies and other French items. Street meter or neighborhood parking but watch the street signs for any restrictions! Although a parking ticket might be worth getting for one of these croissants! I absolutely will go back!

What a cute bakery! They have fresh squeezed OJ in the front and cute oil paintings of pastries on the walls Raisin Croissant 10/10 (flaky but juicy) Herb Scone 10/10 (a giant red lobster biscuit) Ham & Croissant 10/10 (better as you get to the center, the juiciest piece of ham)

Small French bakery that feels a little hidden along that Washington Boulevard corridor in Culver City. I saw somewhere that they have really good croissants here along with other French baked goods and I had to check it out. Parking was fairly easy to find especially on a weekend morning. I was a little surprised because I thought it was going to be a little more crowded. The lady who I can only assume is the proprietor was very friendly and sweet. I ordered a croissant, some coffee, and a baguette to go. The croissant is so flakey and buttery. Seriously so good. Now, I don't make any assertions that I am a croissant expert, but all I know is that I enjoyed every bite of the croissant. And sitting in that small cafe has its own sense of charm in and of itself. Just an amazing small gem of a spot in that Washington corridor and a place I would frequent for the baked goods and coffee.

Service is quick and very friendly! Recommend warming your croissant, sooo fresh and flaky! Not heavy at all. Cute cafe interior and outside tables too! Warm and inviting

Really lovely bakery. We got a ton of things including the Kouign-amann, chocolate croissant, almond croissant, feta spinach croissant, ham and cheese croissant, palmier, and the canele. Everything was wonderful and they made a great latte as well. It's so nice to have found this place in Dover City. We will definitely return.

We've been coming here since this bakery opened and it has never been disappointing . We recently tried the spinach and goat cheese quiche and it was 5 stars. Our toddlers eat anything from here so it's always a nice treat for them. If you're in the area come on in, you won't be disappointed! My favorite would have to be the Kouign-amann, cinnamon rolls, and the croissants!

You can simple close your eyes, point and not be disappoint by the universe choosing your pastry to enjoy :) I discovered this place by walking by when visiting the Culver City Art Walk and glad I did. I can't wait to go back. A cute and small artisanal bakery on Washington with limited seating but worth the visit and try a few delicious French pastries to go along with your coffee of your choice. Tried their Kouign-amann, cheese and ham croissant, and went back to try their escargot. All super delicious! Service is friendly! Awesome and helpful staff :)

Beautiful Experience. Friendly Happy Gal at the register. Drew my cup art, made my coffee. Soul Happy. Thank you so much!

Ayoooo!! So in the hunt for the best Kouign Amann in Los Angeles Des Croissants Paris did not dissapoint. Very cute bakery in Culver City and very busy with customers. This review is strictly for the KA. I give them 4 out of 5 stars for it being on the smaller side for $5.50. (Make it Bigger) Taste wise it had the perfect caramelization on the bottom, the layers of the dough were very nice and the inside was slightly dry but overall i would return again! Service was great, they accept cards. Street parking so you may need to drive around. Cute coffee shop next door. Check this place out all you Kouign Amann Lovers!

I know that Des Croissants Paris gets lots of rave reviews, and this is the main reason we tried the pastries here. We were especially looking forward to having the Kouign Amann. Well ... they were good, but not fabulous. They lacked the traditional crisp caramelized crust we expected. Also disappointed with the "hazelnut" croissants. The shop is small with outdoor bistro tables. Service was very good. Street parking only -- I parked two blocks away on a Saturday morning.

Food: 8/10 Service: 8/10 Ambiance: 10/10 They don't toast bread but it's really good! I personally wish they toasted cuz Inlove that extra crunch! But the service and vibe were really cute and nice, and they have a lot more seating than it looks like because they have a whole little room in the back! Very cute bakery on a very cute street

I have been all over the world, I can't find better than right in my own backyard. It's all amazing. World's best almond croissants.

I love Paris. The culture, architecture, food and atmosphere. The gastronomy of Paris is unbelievable and to find a decent boulangerie is definitely a task here in SoCal. Stumbled onto this little bakery and was super excited when I heard the lady behind the counter speaking English with a French accent. Although I developed a gluten intolerance, I had to transport myself back to the City of Lights by trying their kouign amann, escargot, almond croissant, pain au chocolat and ham and cheese croissant. The airiness of the pastry definitely is authentic and the taste so good. Definitely will stop by again as soon as I get the gluten outta my system LOL!

This place has the best pastries in town. If you don't go here you're missing out. I just got back from Paris recently, and they place is can blow a lot of the Parisian boulangeries out of the water.

Our third time here and it was as good as the first time we've tried some of their pastries. Friendly staff. Place is small but I don't mind it at all. I just order one of each and of I go! :) The ham and cheese croissant and the "queen" are my favorite.

Legit French bakery. The pain du chocolate is really delicious. I was told the flour and butter are imported from France.

Favorite French bakery in LA! Partner is from France and it's our weekend tradition to grab bread/pastries from here. Love their pain au chocolat and escargot au raisin. Highly recommend!

Wow! What an amazing French bakery in Culver City! The croissants here are my favorite now in LA and they are buttery and flaky and so delicious! They have a variety of French pastries to choose from that they make daily and it feels like you are transported to Paris once you walk in through the door! When I stopped by recently one morning, I got several items which were their Kouign Amann, Spinach Panier, and a plain croissant! Everything was delicious and flaky and buttery! The Kouign Amann was rich and decadent and the croissant was full of layers and flaky and you could taste the butter! The panier was crispy and had a great amount of the filling in the middle and was a great snack. Service here was also an easy 5/5 as the person helping me over the counter was friendly and answered any questions I had with ease and I can't wait to come back soon for more delicious pastries!

Excellent croissants and pastries. Pro tip: Don't try to eat 'em in the car or you'll have a lap full of croissant flakes in seconds. Or maybe that's worth it ...

This bakery is unassuming but you'll be very pleased you stopped by! Pastries are delicious and there's quite a variety of options. The savory panniers were especially delicious and unique since most people don't offer them. We had a mushroom one, a spinach cheese and a tomato cheese one. The croissant filled with chocolate chips and vanilla cream was also especially great. Almond croissant, a classic, had a great filling to bread ratio which we appreciated very much. 5 stars for aesthetics and 4 stars for taste and texture. The shop is spacious with cute seating both inside and outside. Team was friendly and explained what each pastry is graciously.

There are definitely some pros and cons with this place. I'll start with a good.... as I usually do, The shop itself is very cute and has outdoor seating which is nice. The staff is also friendly. The almond cake with the rum frosting was delicious, but the pastry chef does not make it very often, which is a bummer. So the negatives are with two issues. The first issue is the cost is a bit high. The second issue is the croissants themselves are lacking in enough filling for the chocolate and the almond croissants. For this price, the lack of substantial chocolate and almond inside of the croissants is a disappointment. If you want to set yourself apart, pack these things with enough filling to justify the cost. The same applies to the ham and cheese croissant.

Okay, so this was like, um, yeah, DAMNED good -- I'm pretty much a snob with a croissant, because why eat one that isn't flaky and perfect, why? So, you'll have to take my word that this spot is terrific and makes an incredible piece of bread. The croissant was excellent. The pastry was magnificent. And the loaves were capable of making us question our existence -- that's how good they taste. If you count calories, you'll need to find a new hobby and get yourself down to DES CROISSANTS PARIS!

I had Des Croissants back when they used to be at the farmer's market, and I'm so happy that they were able to open up a store front! Their croissants are beautifully light and buttery - very similar to ones I've had in Paris before. I love their classic, but their pain au chocolat was really good too. The worst part about this place is probably their hours (they're not even open on Sundays!) Definitely jealous of anyone who lives nearby, as they definitely have some of the best croissants in LA.

I have a special love affair with croissants, and I would definitely rate these good. Not great, but good enough to return for one. They are well formed, they are pretty flaky, and they taste pretty good. They could, however, be a little flakier year and buttery.

Went on a Sunday late morning, been wanting to try this place for a while. It did not disappoint. Got croissant and chocolate chip with pastry cream croissant and both were delicious. Ate them there (have a few small tables and chairs inside and outside) and asked them to warm up croissant. So flaky, buttery and delicious! Would highly recommend. Friendly and excellent service, as we asked about almost every item in the case before choosing.

Amazing. Please don't come - I want it all for myself!! Charming and d e l I c i o u s.

I got a chocolate croissant and it was the best one I've had! Service was super friendly too. I wish they were open more days out of the week but it's definitely worth stopping by when they are open!

A lovely local gem. The kouign amann and almond croissant are beautifully well made and the crispy shell and flaky airy layers show that the owner-baker really knows what she is doing. She is such a sweet person and absolutely deserving of your patronage.

While a little difficult to find, this bakery offers simple, perfect Parisian pastries and you can immediately taste the French butter. Everything is so light there is the danger of over consumption. The almond croissant sells out quickly but the plain croissant was just what I wanted. Everything is gone by noon so get there early. Wow!!

The croissants are amazing here. We tried the butter, ham and cheese and chocolate. All three were delicious with a great flaky texture and buttery flavor. The chocolate was not overpowering and excessive, which I often find with pain au chocolates. The cheese was so good and flavorful. I can't wait to go back. The only issue was $18 for three, which I guess is standard but still a little pricey for bread regardless.

The almond croissants were so yummy! I went around 1 pm and there was only one other couple in front of me and the service was amazing! Very nice guy. It felt very cozy and home-like in there.

Great neighborhood spot with amazing baked goods. Sit outside with a coffee and a croissant.

Not much of a selection, the croissant and canele were rather dry. Service wasn't very interested, it took them a while to come out to help us. OK, but not worth going back to.

Yummy authentic French pastries! They even have an escargot croissant. I enjoyed every single thing - cute and clean interior. Lots of street parking, right next to Super Domestic Coffee.

Amazing bakery and friendly service. Croissants are the best! Get your coffee next door at Super Domestic.

Finally, a French bakery with the true taste of France . Eversince my friend came back from Paris a few years ago with one of the best tasting croissants I've ever had in my life, I've been searching for a French bakery in LA that can bring that on. I haven't had any luck until I tried this place. Samuel's (owner and chef) croissants are so buttery and flaky, but it doesn't break apart and get crumbs all over you. Ham and Cheese is screaming my name, too, along with his chocolate chip cookies. It so reminded me of that authentic croissants from Paris.. I will go broke coming to this place because it's so addicting! If anyone knows any delicious French bakeries, please let me know because this place only opens Thurs-Sat, closes at 1pm, and runs out by 11 or 12. lol. And it's 30 mins from me, which I don't mind driving to, but someone is complaining about my obsession and the long drive to satisfy my taste buds‍. Lol. OPEN MORE DAYSSS PLEEEEASSSE!!

The best croissant and pastries in Los Angeles. Absolutely amazing!! Everything is made in house. Always fresh, always delicious! Staff is very friendly, the ambiance is wonderful. Just an absolutely wonderful shop!

Amazing croissants, a lovely hidden gem. A very cozy and welcoming space. Service is great and the quality of their croissants is exceptional.

C est bon ! Good spot worth the trip . Good croissants and more.........................

While I unfortunately never heard of Des Croissants during their early Farmers Markets days, I'm glad to have come to their brick-and-mortar. I came on a Sat morning (they're closed on Sundays) and there was a very short line and plenty of pastries to choose from. Croissant - was lovely. Good lamination and I loved the flaky crust. Each bite was tender and airy, but could taste the butter. Pain Suisse - similar to a chocolate croissant but with some vanilla creme. Was delightful. Street metered parking available.

Wow the croissant was so buttery and delicious! Highly recommend checking out this place if you're in the area! They do have limited hours. Will be back soon to try more treats! I do wish they sold coffee as it would pair perfectly with the croissant :)

Genuine and high quality in every sense except...don't please fall for the misguided LA style of trying it on or sticking it to the consumer when you are good. Croissants, baguettes, various breads and pastries here are all outstanding. Service is always friendly and pleasant on Sunday markets and most of the time in the shop. Someone once said, actually the founder of Trader Joe's, the late Joe Coulombe, that an honest wine is a combination of a great wine and a great price. There is no merit in a wine that is too expensive for it to be enjoyed by a discerning person who doesn't see great wine as a luxury but as normal. Here in LA, we are not in some back water not having seen the world for us to pay twice a normal price for anything that is good and genuine. High prices make for good profit or survival of small batch artisanal products but very seldom do the associated businesses prove sustainable. A large loaf of asian style sandwich bread for $24? I wish Des Croissants Paris the wisdom of being there a long time with not just matching quality but also matching price to good Paris bakeries.

Best croissant I've ever had! Seriously. Had the pleasure of finally seeing this place open today as I was grabbing food next door. I just had to stop in and try. First off the space is tiny but cozy, I love this little slice of France in the middle of our beloved city. Food: I went for the staple - a plain croissant. I took a bite and was like okay this is good! Then the flavors start setting in and when I tell you whatever butter they use it took over my palette like a morning sunrise. I went from this is good to WHOA!!!!!!! I'm not gluten intolerant but I can tell the different in French ingredients vs. American with a bite of this - wouldn't be surprised if gluten intolerant people would be able to eat here. Simply amazing! On top of my food, Angelique (spell check) greeted me with a warm presence and we had about a 5 minute lovely conversation about the shop, them starting out in farmers markets and French ingredients vs American ingredients. I could've talked to her all day - she made the experience worth 10 stars in my opinion. Overall, lovely shop. I really hope they do well here. It's good to see the arts district area of Culver City light up with more food spots. Hope there's more to come!

The best croissants and pastries!!! The almond croissant is a top favorite but everything we've had is delicious. The staff are friendly and super patient with our kids while they decide which delicious treat they want. Awesome neighborhood shop with reasonable prices considering the high quality of the baked goods. The cafe itself is small but cozy, and the shop area in back is always fun to peruse. We love this place!!!

Planning a vacation in Paris? Save your money and head over to Des Croissants. I've been eating Almond Croissants for 50 years. Just ate my first Des Croissants version a few minutes ago. BEST I have ever had. And OMG, the lamination, the lamination!!! (And, unlike in Paris, the staffer was cheerful and friendly. Oh la vache!)

Absolutely divine! Best croissants, pastries & breads ever! I'm not a croissant conniseur but these are the best in LA. Perfect amount of flakiness, not overly sweet or sugar laden like other places and not burnt/dry on the outside. The French baguette was soft and not dry. Everything is extremely tasty and high quality! Thankfully I don't live close by otherwise I would be in trouble!

Absolutely love their croissants they're flaky the perfect amount of sweetness and honestly transport me to Paris! My family also loved them as well, can't wait to come back!

The most amazing baked goods and pastries you have ever seen! It's a joy from the start just stepping in and seeing all the amazing assortments of croissants and baked goods and an entire section of exquisite pastries. Then another moment of joy after you eat them! The most amazing sourdough I have ever had- crazy good! And the croissants are by far the best too! I live 30min away and make the trip out to enjoy these amazing treats. Thank you for having a gem of a bakery like this in LA!