Where to Get the Best Croissants in Sydney

If there's one thing we know to be true, it's that Sydneysiders love themselves a little treat ensconced in a brown paper bag accompanying their weekend coffee. And the vast majority of the time, it's croissants rattling around in those bags, just waiting to be devoured.

The perfect balance of sweet and savoury, Sydney's best croissants are bursting with buttery, flaky goodness and many filling options. From the humble ham and cheese to chocolate, almond and a host of fancier choices (salami and pickle, anyone?), we've diligently applied ourselves to rounding up the best cafes and bakeries serving croissants in Sydney (it's a tough job, but someone's gotta do it.)

The Best Croissants in Sydney

1. Loulou Boulangerie 

On weekend mornings, you'll find a queue around the block at Lou Lou's in Milsons Point. Their croissants are simple but done oh-so-well, so you can bet your bottom dollar you'll be licking up every last crumb of their ever-evolving pastry options. 

Location: 61 Lavender Street, Milsons Point

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2. Lune Croissanterie

World-famous Lune Croissanterie's Sydney iteration has finally landed, and we'd like the minutes to show, we never want it to leave!

Their menu is nothing short of extraordinary, with flaky delights such as Coconut Rough Croissants—twice-baked pain au chocolat jammed full of cocoa and coconut frangipane and topped with flaked coconut and dark chocolate—plus a heavenly-sounding Birthday Cake Croissant.⁠ Drool!

Location: 1 Elizabeth St, Sydney

3. Rollers Bakehouse

Rollers Bakehouse has unsuspectingly tucked down a back lane in a shop-front inspired by modernist Californian architecture in Manly.

They're renowned for combining classic French pastry techniques with seriously supercharged, complex flavour profiles like hummus and eggplant, and gianduja croissants. Yum!

Location: 19 Rialto Lane, Manly

4. Penny Fours 

Inventive and ever-changing flavours are the order of the day at Penny Fours! Cherry Ripe croissant, anyone? 

Penny Fours are renowned for their unique flavour combinations and drool-worthy pastry creations, always crossing flavour frontiers that have never been crossed before!

Location: 485A Darling Street, Balmain

5. Humble Bakery

Humble Bakery is hands-down one of the best places for croissants in Sydney - trust us on this!

Humble Bakery bring fresh bread and pastries baked daily, as well as some seriously delicious humble classics such as croissants, cakes and finger buns.

Their multiple locations mean Humble treats are fast becoming a stalwart of the Sydney bakery scene!

Locations: 
Surry Hills - 50 Holt Street
Quay Quarter Lanes, Sydney - 16 - 20 Loftus Lane

6. Oh My Days

Serving freshness and flavour to Glebe and the inner west, this plant-based bakery is the perfect spot to satisfy your croissant cravings.

Oh My Days are Sydney's ultimate plant-based cafe in Glebe, and are renowned for their almond croissants—trust us, you've got to get up early to get your hands on one! They regularly fly off the shelves and are accompanied by a range of other sweet creations as well as savoury options too. Race you there! 

Location: 99 Glebe Point Road, Glebe

7. Black Star Pastry 

Known for bringing a fun twist to classic pastry items, Black Star Pastry's offering is always delicious and always unique. Even their plain croissants are a mouth-watering sensation, and there are plenty of spots throughout Sydney to get your mitts on one.

Location: Multiple throughout Sydney - see Black Star Pastry Locations for details. 

8. Banksia Bakehouse

Offering a visual spectacle thanks to an open kitchen and incredibly deft pastry chefs, Banksia bring plenty of creativity and flair when it comes to serving up the best croissants in Sydney.

Their ever-changing roster of flavours guarantees something delicious at every visit! 

Location: Grosvenor Place, T4/225 George St, Sydney

9. A.P Bakery

Serving some of the best croissants in Sydney, A.P. Bakery ooze a fun, hipster vibe, and, most importantly, incredible quality croissants.

Their flavours are deep and moreish, and their rotating offering of flavours covers both sweet and savoury bases to perfection. Their ham, cheese and bechamel creations with a maple glaze are up there with the best in Sydney (and we've tried a few.)

Locations:
Surry Hills - 80 Commonwealth Street
Newtown - 1a Bucknell Street
Carriageworks Markets - 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh, every Saturday

10. Bourke Street Bakery

The ultimate neighbourhood bakery in Sydney, Bourke Street Bakery bring dedication and deliciousness to all of their offerings.

Their croissants are a masterpiece and a must-try on any quest for the best croissants in Sydney!

Locations: Multiple throughout Sydney - see Bourke Street Bakery Locations for details. 

11. Threefold Pastry

Bringing brown bags and boxes of buttery bliss to Parramatta, Threefold Pastry offer a great destination for your morning coffee and croissant.

Our order will have to be a Zaatar Croissant followed by an Apple Crumble Croissant, bringing both the sweet and savoury goods at once!

Location: 12 Darcy Street, Parramatta

12. Flour and Stone 

Flour and Stone use only the finest, locally-sourced ingredients for their pastries, which ensures this institution is buzzing just about any day of the week. 

Their ever-changing menu is both classic and unique, making them a must-try when the croissant cravings hit.

Location: 53 Riley Street, Woolloomoolloo and takeaway available at 43 Riley Street, Woolloomooloo

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