Lune Croissanterie Melbourne CBD

Absolutely worth the hype! Lune never disappoints even have to queue for a while. We have tried the morning bun, almond croissant, and double chocolate croissant. The morning bun was the star for me as its crisp, buttery layers with the perfect hit of cinnamon sugar. It’s incredibly flaky on the outside and beautifully tender inside. Honestly, it’s the kind of pastry you dream about. Must try!! The almond croissant is so generous with almonds and not overly sweet and a chocolate-filled creation topped with cream, which was rich and decadent, perfect for dessert lovers.

Our second visit whenever we're in Melbourne—we just love their croissants! Perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft and airy on the inside. They offer complimentary still or sparkling water. There is no seating, so you'll be standing while you eat.

This is a review from someone who doesn't really like pastries and croissants unless it's really good 😌. Went here on a gloomy Thursday morning at around 8.30 AM, the queue looked daunting but it moved fairly quickly, around 10 minutes we got in. The staffs were wonderful, got loads of pastries to take back to the hotel. While waiting for the food, chatted with a lovely couple from NSW, asked them how they like it (they love it). There was a cafe area but the area was not that big and most of them were for standing. Pastries were little bit on the pricey side, approx. 8-15 dollars per pastry. But hey, pastries are expensive. Went back to the hotel to eat the pastries and the first thing we eat was the ham and gruyere, it was nice, the pastry was flakey and thin, the outside is quite crispy (they were not heated, but it's good even if it's not heated), very buttery. Tried their famous almond croissant and yes, it is famous for a reason. Very yummy. Triple chocolate was a hit too. We concluded that their pastries are good because of the buttery taste and the thin flakey layers. I think if you go to their instagram you could do a preorder but not for this branch. Overall, very recommended and not overrated in our opinion.

I’d say this is one of the best croissants I’ve tried. There was a long queue even though I arrived quite early, but the line moved fairly quickly. Inside, there’s a table for eating, but no seating (standing only). The plain croissant is a must-try! It’s crispy outside but still soft inside. Note that they only accept credit card payments.

I finally got time to upload more reviews during my recent trip to Melbourne. Lune Bakery at Collins St. is a must-go for delicious and fanciful takes on croissants. Call me greedy, but I don't care—I'm ordering 4 pastries (2 to dine in and another 2 for takeaway). I'm not crazy about almond flavor, but here, they change my view—I fall in love with the splendid, creamy, sweet, tart taste of almond on croissant 🥰. I had another plain croissant too, and let me tell you, the taste is absolutely the best croissant I ever had 😊. The other pastries (takeaway), I should have taken them on the same day, but instead I saved them for the next day's breakfast. Unless you have a microwave or a toaster in your hotel room, you should take it while it's still fresh. So I will not judge it till I have another of having it at the shop, perhaps on a future trip to Melbourne 😅 By the way, you need to get up and reach the shop early, as the queue is endless. But fortunately, the turnaround of customer dine-in is fast. Till next time, I will be drooling whenever I think about the almond croissant. 🤤

Tried the almond flakes croissant and coffee, both were very good. The croissant was fresh and flavorful, though a bit on the pricey side. Paid $23 for 2 coffees and 1 croissant. Just a heads-up: there’s no seating available, only standing space, so it’s not the kind of café where you can sit, relax, and linger over your pastries. That said, I’d still come back to try more of their pastries.

One of the best Almond Croissant I've ever had! The queue is not too long at noon of Saturday, but it's worth the wait. There is like no place to sit so you'll need to stand eating.

Heard that the wait can be up to 45 min, so we went before the shop opened, and we were 6th in line. But the line moves quickly. Croissants look so good! Tried the Almond and the plain ones, crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy inside. There are no seats, only an island table and some bench table by the side where you can stand and have your coffee and pastries.

Your pastry choices are laid out before you in a line, each one a delectable and beautiful. We chose four and got lattes. No place to sit at Lune, so we feasted standing while watching the pastry chefs construct the next batches of cinnamon rolls and chocolate croissants.

Recommend by my brother. It wasn't the hype I envision. Bought 5 items and the chocolate croissant was not what I expected. It was not flaky or airy or buttery. Daughter said Starbucks croissant tasted the same. Nothing special. The morning bun while good reminded me of churros costco used to sell. Bit of crunch sweet and salt. There are probably better bakeries in melbourne. Similar to the old Mr. Holmes in Los Angeles that sells similar items. The staff was pleasant and quick. Go early to avoid the line. Plenty of streets parking. No sits only limited standing spaces along the centre table. Would I pay 60 for 5 pastries

Over the course of 3.5 days we tried the triple chocolate croissant , lemon curd bun, morning bun and of course the butter croissants. Everything was buttery and baked to perfection. Our favorite was the morning bun but they were all delicious. Drinks are wonderful too. Hot chocolate, chai and regular coffee were great. Line can be long but moves quickly. Amazing bakery in an amazing city.

We were encouraged to visit this place. Actually our friends told us if we bring them back pastries, it must be from here, otherwise don't bring any back; wow, LOL. Quality/Quantity - They are known for their croissants. Lemon Curd $9.80. Almond $11.70. Everything Croissant $11.20. We ordered more than usual, as I knew that I was NOT coming back due to the line. Plus we had some amazing pastries yesterday at the South Melbourne Market (see other review). All were good. Atmosphere - Very small location. Always busy; we waited 26 minutes to order. See my picture when I got in line. I am told this is a bake off; the pastries are made from scratch from another one of their locations. In the downtown area so they cater to tourists and business people. Open 7 days a week from 7:30am to 3pm. On weekends from 8am to 3pm or until they sell out, so if there is a specific pastry you want, you must get here earlier. Yelp hours differ. They also leave a dog water bowl outside for your furry friends. Service - Counter service. Price - Expensive, but worth it. Cashless business, so make sure you have your cards. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2012 and with your 5 locations and growing!

We heard this was the best croissant place in the world, so we queued up the long line. There were about 25-30 groups before us, but the line moved fast. The cashier walked out to tell the line people that they only had 3 options: traditional, almond and chocolate left. It was 12PM at that time. I finally picked up one of each, and brought our croissant to the nearby park to sit and eat the croissants picnic-styled. The almond one was really good! Not too sweet, and the sugar powder was just at the right amount of sweetness. The almond pieces were fresh and crunchy We weren't too impressed with the chocolate and traditional ones. Cost about $27 AUD for those 3 croissants. Overall, great croissants but not mind-blowing.

Hands down, the best croissant in the world. I must confess, I'm not the most well-traveled person, but from my experiences in Japan, the US, France, Italy, and now Australia, none compares to the ones from here. I can't pinpoint a single factor that decisively tops the others, but the features I love include a very subtle hint of sweet aftertaste and a chewy texture. There are several varieties to enjoy, but I recommend starting with the plain ($7.80). This one makes a statement.

- crazy friendly service - I was second person in line at 739 am on a weekday - the line was out the door by the time I left at 815 - as good as croissant is, it was my third favorite item - I liked the palmeiri - enjoyable coffee - ham and cheese was alright - almond croissant was tasty - a lot of people got the lemon curd, I didn't have the space in my belly - there was some pastry with beef. it was the best thing I ever ate I forget the name

I went here for snacks. I ordered 1. Chocolate croissant (5/5) 2. Almond croissant (5/5) One of the best croissant in Melbourne. Definitely will come back to this bakery. The line could be long. Services were excellent. Staffs were very helpful. CONCLUSION = RECOMMENDED!!!

I lined up about 20 mins before opening and there were already people lined up in front of me. Per yelp, the opening time is actually off by 30 mins which worked out for me because if you came at the actual opening time, the line was literally around the block. I was luck enough to be 3rd in line and waited only 20 mins to opening. I ordered two Croissants: 1. Chocolate: INCRECIBLE. Super rich and high quality and rich. The Croissant was crispy and fresh. It was one of the best I've ever had. 2. Lemon Curd: I felt like it was a bit too sweet. I didn't like it as much as the chocolate however in it's defense, I ate it later in the day so it wasn't as fresh. 3. Flat White: Very good but not the best coffee I've had in Melbourne. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Overall, go early at opening because otherwise the line gets massive and they also often sell out. It's worth the wait. Expect about 20 min wait but the line moves fast. The times on yelp are a bit off by 30 mins so i'd check google instead.

The bakery was a MUST for me. Me and everyone else apparently. I arrived not too long after they opened, and yes there was a line. It didn't take too long though. I went with the almond croissant, kougin-amann, and lasagna pastries. I had some amazing almond croissants before, and this was not it. It was good, don't get me wrong, but I've had better. To me, there are too many sliced almonds on top. The kougin-amann however was amazing. I loved the caramelization. The lasagna (monthly special) was my least favorite. Should you go? Definitely. It's one of those things you just have to try while in Melbourne.

Get here early! I got here at 7:34, 4 minutes after they open and I had 15+ people ahead of me. They close when they sell out. The fragrance inside is just divine! They do show you your selections at the counter. Everything was delicious. Baked to perfection. Amazing crumb on the original croissant. Well worth the $9

Lune's croissants are out of this world. No, really - the New York Times rated them as the world's best croissant. Given her former aerospace engineering background, it's no surprise that Kate Reid, the owner of the renowned patisserie, has her crescent creations down to a science. For my 30-minute trip to the moon (aka the line that stretched out the doors), I made sure to order multiple pastries: the Croissant (A$6.60), Pain au Chocolat (A$7.20), and Kouign Amann (A$8.10). Sadly, they were sold out of their twice-baked Almond (A$11) already. Of the three, the classic Croissant was my favourite. It was a marvel to watch the pastry chef closely inspect each croissant to ensure that they were nothing short of perfection. In their unbaked form, I could already tell they were (super)stars in the making. Once baked and cut, they glistened with their flaky, golden-brown crust to unveil the soft, buttery honeycomb structure. The juxtaposition of textures from the lamination was phenomenal. I found myself picking up each delicate layer that fell onto my plate, not wanting a single morsel to go to waste. Finally, I have to commend the genius of the logo: not only is it a rocket ship with a croissant engine to pay homage to Kate Reid's aerospace engineering background, but the crescent shape also pays homage to the patisserie's name, being "moon" in French. This is all to say that it's all in the details, which stretch from the exquisite pastries down to the ingenious logo. Love you to the moon and back, Lune!

Yes, these are the best croissants in the world. Believe the hype. My super foodie husband insisted we had to get up early and go stand in line during our last trip to Melbourne. I was mightily annoyed at the whole situation until we tasted it (and by it I mean almost one of everything... we bought a giant box that we brought back to the hotel and shared with our friends). This place is the real deal. The lines are a drag, so plan accordingly.

The croissants are a work of art! Visually appealing and delicious! We had the original croissant and almond. Both spectacular. If you are coming here in the mornings get here early as the line was 45 minutes and can be longer depending on the day!

The best croissant we've had hands down and I don't even like eating croissants. We came here twice, once towards closing on a Monday and the next Tuesday right before it opens. On a Monday towards closing, only the original croissant was left. It's located in the CBD area and inside had a good amount of people but wasn't too packed. Quite steep for a croissant but so well worth the $. It's flaky, it's crispy, it's light and delicious and buttery. Not overbearing in butter. The shape and aesthetics of it all is very beautiful. The next day, there's a small line before opening at 730am. My husband lined up and was 6th line, took him about 5 min to get his croissants. He got an almond croissant, french one, and a savory croissant. The almond croissant was the best and I'm still day dreaming about it to this day. Not too sweet but has the perfect almond flavoring inside, as well as chunks of almost on the top. The French croissant was still good as leftovers the following day. They seriously perfected croissants and I'm craving them again. They also serve coffee which I wish I tried!

Long line up at 9:30 in the morning but it moved fairly quickly and we got our order in about 30 minutes. We ordered 6 different ones to try but the lemon curd one stood out for us. There is room to stand and eat but most people took out. Not cheap as 6 croissants plus a coffee and latte was $71 but worth trying.

I am a regular customer, frequenting at least once a month and generally purchasing the special feature. This is the first time I have been disappointed. I ordered the 4 cheese loaf which is described as being filled with blue cheese bechamel and other cheeses as a raclette. There was no bechamel and any cheeses meant to be present were baked into the croissant. It was light and tasty but does not fit the description. And is definitely not worth $12.50.

Based on the line to order (either eat in or takeaway, doesn't matter), don't know that anyone needs more encouragement to go here, but my goodness that Kouign Amann is sinfully delicious.

We got one of every kind since we have limited time here and have a feast. We went there around 10am and waited for 20min and my favorite is coco coconut and I pair it with black coffee and hubby like the almond croissants as usual.

The hype was true. This spot was an easy walk from our hotel. There was a line but it went quickly. Ordered different flavors to try with a cup of coffee. I'm not usually into croissants but I loved it. I loved the one with almonds on top. It was the right amount of sweetness and crunch. My only regret is that I didn't order an extra set to bring back to Sydney.

Definitely not worth the hype. Cool place for your instagram shots and fair to say that the coffee was good. The croissants are overrated and overpriced

When there's a line before opening, it tells you this place has something good to offer. The waiting isn't too bad....there's always something for everyone. I haven't encountered them running out of items. I would recommend trying a little everyday so you're not so overwhelmed with pastries. All of their pastries should be consumed immediately after purchase because they taste the best! When you take your first bite, the pastries are buttery and flaky (and warm....yum). All of their pastries they have to offer are delicious, including the vegemite. I wish we had a bakery in the US that constantly provides warm pastries. I will miss Lune Croissant.

Social media and local friend all recommended checking out Lune for their croissants and they certainly did not disappoint. Buttery, flaky, freshly baked right outta the oven before your eyes. The menu rotates thru the seasons. Be prepared for long lines even on a week day morning since this location is in the CBD. I arrived a little before opening time at 7:30am and there were already about 20 customers lined up. Most folks buy a box or two as takeaway (as I did) and some indulged in them right on the spot... seated at one of the few tables available inside the shop. The open kitchen concept and watching the croissants work its magic inside the ovens definitely added to the experience. As of December 2023, each croissant will set you back by at least $7-$11 AUD depending on the variety you choose. They were all delicious, but the price point is a tad steep. It's worth a try though especially since it's a local croissanterie that continues to expand through Australia.

The less traditional pastries are definitely the strength, I didn't love that the classic croissants aren't so crispy. Decent flavors - turtle was indulgent but kinda overcooked. Beet goat cheese pastry was delicious - probably the highlight. . But it's like they artificially slow down the lines to make themselves look more busy. About half of the time, no one was taking pastry orders or helping the customer at the counter... worth a try for sure, but not if the line is too long

Looking for the best pastries outside of the infamous Cronut from NYC? You won't be disappointed at Lune. Flaky croissant perfection. I enjoyed a coconut rough croissant. Flakey perfection filled with a chocolate cake mix/pudding like filling. My description sure does not do this sublime surgery treat the justice it deserves. I will be back, all the days!

Will I get beaten up for saying they taste like Costco croissants? No, they're definitely crispier than Costco croissants, but for a place that claims to have the best croissants in the world, I wouldn't believe it. I felt that most of their clients were also driven by tourists like me who come because we read raving reviews about the place. Then again, the locals wouldn't have time to enjoy a $5 croissant. One is not filling enough, and 2 is too much. There are no seating areas, period. Be prepared to stand to eat. They definitely will sell out before closing time so you should come early morning. The long line isn't consistent; they're just waves of people. Come if you want to feel fancy but don't expect the best croissant of your life.

I'm not sure how things are here during covid, but this place was super busy prior. We waited in a super long line, but it moved quickly. We tried several pastries and they were all very good, super flaky and fresh. I loved the almond pastry, it was so unique! Definitely check it out.

Came here on a Saturday 5 minutes before 8am, right before they opened, and there was a small line in front (maybe 10 people in front of me). They opened promptly, and the line moved very fast. No seating here, but there are tables that you can stand and enjoy your food at. Service was super friendly, and even though we weren't technically seated, they treated us as if we were - pouring water for us (still or sparkling), setting utensils out for us, and bringing out pastries on plates for us. We ordered long blacks, the ham & gruyere, lemon curd cruffin, and almond croissant. My Asian parents don't share my sweet tooth and vouch for the ham & gruyere. THE ALMOND CROISSANT THO... was one of the best almond croissants I have ever had. The croissant was flaky and buttery, filling was generous, almondy and sweet, and the best part was how aesthetic & packed the shaved almonds on top were. I loved loved loved the crunchy texture the abundance of almonds gave. I know for a fact that if I were visiting Melbourne with my friends, we would be coming back multiple times during our stay. :)

Finally came here after 2 and a half years in Melbourne. It's been the talk of a lot of my conversations for the best croissants in town. This place definitely doesn't disappoint! It's an aesthetically pleasing looking building, the service is lovely and quick and yes, the croissant is to die for! I was with a friend and had a bite of the ham & cheese croissant & almond croissant - these were soft and crispy and very delicious. Definitely a must go to place if you want a sweet treat! The hot chocolate was also yummy!

Absolutely amazing. They say it's the best croissant in the world, and it's true. Worth the line, worth getting up early for. I grabbed extra to eat later and they stayed well for the next 24 hours in just the bag without an issue.

Dayummm... the best croissants ever.... Nicely layered, crispy, buttery, flaky, the savoryness of the croissant and the flavors are blowing up in my mouth like a mini fireworks in the morning... oh yummmm... I tried: Original Chocolate Ruff Ham & Gruyere Lemon Cruffin Almond Kouign Amann Coconut (special) https://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/11/t-magazine/food/lune-croissanterie-melbourne-croissants.html

Went on a Monday afternoon around 1pm, so there was a bit of a crowd from the officer workers. Maybe around 6-7 people waiting. Sadly the lemon curd one was sold out by the time I was served. Ordered the chocolate instead. Yes, it tasted great, very flakey but not overly oily. However, still cannot justify the price of $6.6 each (5.8 for the regular and 7.5 for the lemon curd I think).

Worth all the hype! Here is what you need to know. They only are open 7am until sold out. Arrive early and come prepared to pay with a credit card only. The menu is simple with a few variations of the croissants. The lemon is super fantastic and unique. The pain au chocolate was nice but something I've had many times if equivalent quality.

We went to Lune for pastries and coffee one morning on a vacation in Melbourne. At 9:30 am, the queued line was extremely long, but we anticipated this due to reading other reviews. The line moved, but not quite as quickly as we were hoping. It was wintertime, so it was about 20 minutes standing in the cold outside. However, the service and setup inside was excellent. The counter has 3D replicas of the 8 pastries on their menu, which made it extremely easy to order. They also don't bother with display cases like most patisseries; they leave the pastries on the oven racks behind the counter. Very efficient. We tried 6 of the 8 pastries and a flat white coffee. The coffee was good, but not nearly as good as the pastries, which were absolutely delicious and worth the wait! The service was also very friendly. There are a few tables inside for seating, but it fills up quickly. Most people take their order to-go / takeaway.

Lune and their famous croissants was right around the corner from our stay in Melbourne. So I dropped by to check out the hype. I got almost every type of croissant. My favorite was the cheese and pepper. The traditional and chocolate were good. But not as good as the pepper one.

so chic! thank you, ScottsCheapFlights for the recommendation. This was definitely a tasty, flaky, croissant that rivals those in Paris. The place itself had a very modern, sleek, chic vibe, and though it was borderline pretentious- I was astounded by the croissant and hot chocolate. I am a convert. I am a believer. Now I'm sad I'm back on the other side of the world, where I cannot find an almond croissant worthy of my time.

Had the lemon curd croissant during my visit, completely worth the wait! Fantastic!!!