Très bon! These 10 Houston croissant bakeries are so good, you need to try them now!
Did I hear you say kwa-son? Well, you’re not alone as I’ve been called out by most of my friends since I’ve practiced pronouncing the word croissant way too much!
Good thing is you can practice how it should be pronounced by ordering from the best croissant providers across Houston. No need to book that plane ticket to order your favorite French pastries on repeat.
So, join me as I try the best croissants in Houston where we can all scream ‘bon appétit’, without judgment if we pronounced it wrong!
1. French Gourmet Bakery
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Website: https://www.fgbakery.com/
Address: 2250 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098
Contact Details: +1 713-524-3744
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Since 1973, French Gourmet Bakery has been serving French pastries such as croissants, pain au chocolats, and eclairs in Houston.
Aside from the classic croissants, you can order almond and chocolate flavors if you’re craving something sweet, or stick with their savory offerings like the swiss and egg croissant and bacon and egg croissant.
If you’re planning a party and need some croissants to serve to your guests, you’ll love that French Gourmet Bakery will gladly assist you. Their staff will even suggest the number of croissants to order based on your expected list of guests.
Meanwhile, if you plan to order different kinds of pastries, you’ll love that this bakery will mark the packages well, ensuring you won’t need to open each and every packaging to know what’s inside.
This bakery also offers a great selection of cakes such as moka rum cake and rhapsody cake, great for birthdays and special occasions.
| Pro tip: French Gourmet Bakery can accommodate last minute bake requests, making them a perfect choice for sudden celebrations. |
2. Mademoiselle Louise
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Website: http://mademoisellelouise.com/
Address: 1725 Main St #1, Houston, TX 77002
Contact Details: +1 346-980-8763
Operating Hours: Wednesday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
If you want to be transported to France in an instant then you should drop by Mademoiselle Louise. Here, you can purchase croissants, stay in the bakery, and be surrounded by their loyal French-speaking customers.
You’ll love that you can order their classic croissant au beurre, and their flavored variants such as ham and cheese, pistachio, and almond.
If you want a much sweeter croissant, you’ll love their pain au chocolat. And if you love raisins, we suggest that you try their pain aux raisins too!
Meanwhile, for those who want to stay a bit longer, you’ll love the bakery’s outdoor seating area, perfect if you want to enjoy the weather.
| Pro tip: Dogs are welcome at Mademoiselle Louise, so you can bring your furry pals if you can’t leave them at home! The bakery even creates homemade dog treats, making it a fun brunch or snack experience for you and your dog. |
3. Magnol French Baking
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Website: http://www.magnolfrenchbaking.com/
Address: 1500 N Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX 77055
Contact Details: +1 281-846-6661
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
If you’re craving for butter and chocolate croissants, you can drop by Magnol French Baking any day of the week.
Here, the Chef-owner has worked with some Michelin-starred restaurants across the globe, ensuring you’re receiving good quality pastries in Houston.
What’s great about this bakery is that they offer special flavors from time to time, making every visit exciting.
Upon entering the bakery, you’ll instantly see long lines queuing to secure some croissants for the day. But no need to worry as their staff moves fast, ensuring that you don’t need to wait for too long.
You can also stay here if you want to enjoy your pastries with some good coffee. They even have a nice patio where you can enjoy the outdoor breeze.
| Pro tip: At Magnol French Baking, you can only buy almond croissants and raisin croissants on a weekend, so plan your visit accordingly! |
4. Bouchée Patisserie
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Website: http://www.thepostoakhotel.com/restaurants/bouchee-patisserie/
Address: 1600 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77027
Contact Details: +1 346-227-5131
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday – Saturday: 6:30 AM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
While Bouchée Patisserie has limited variants of croissants, you can still grab the classic ones such as the butter croissant, chocolate croissant, ham and cheese, and almond croissant.
If you’re a fan of a more laid back and chill vibe in a bakery then Bouchée Patisserie then you’ll definitely love staying here for a while.
They also offer some ice cream here, great if you’re bringing your kids with you!
Aside from these, this bakery is also known for its customized cakes, making them a great spot for kiddie parties or birthday celebrations.
| Pro tip: Don’t miss out on Bouchée Patisserie’s almond croissant as they use an almond filling made from rum, ensuring you won’t taste this variant else where! |
5. Love Croissants
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Website: https://www.lovecroissants.com/
Address: 2808 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77004
Contact Details: +1 469-854-0356
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Love Croissants started as a hobby before it eventually opened its doors to the rest of Houston.
You’ll love that this bakery sources out the highest quality ingredients such as butter, flour, and sugar from Burgundy and Normandy, ensuring they only bake high-quality products. These ingredients are being shipped every four days to ensure freshness.
Even better, they bake every hour which means you get a fresh batch during your visit.
Meanwhile, if you wish to sell their croissants, you can definitely do so! You can get them for their wholesale price, allowing you to sell one of the best sought-after croissants in Houston.
| Pro tip: There’s only an outdoor seating area at Love Croissants and it gets quite limited too. So plan your visit accordingly, especially if you wish to stay a bit longer. |
6. Le Donut
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Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Le-Donut/113775278653039
Address: 2803 Old Spanish Trl, Houston, TX 77054
Contact Details: +1 713-741-7170
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Do you remember the iconic cronut, the combined croissants, and donuts in one? Well, Le Donut’s chef, Dominique Ansel, started that trend! So if you’re after some revamped croissants to get you through the day, then you’re in the right place.
Of course, this bakery also serves the classics, so if you’re craving some too you can still purchase their butter croissants, almond croissants, and chocolate croissants.
You can also grab their savory variants such as sausage croissant, cream cheese croissant, and Italian chicken croissant.
You’ll love how the staff will accommodate you during your stay. They will gladly suggest the best flavors for you, based on your preference.
What’s great about them is that they always toss some free donut holes with each purchase, making you enjoy more treats from them!
Meanwhile, if you wish to take your dogs with you, Le Donuts has a dedicated outdoor space for them. They even have a dog menu so you and your furry pals can enjoy a little date!
| Pro tip: Consider trying Le Donut’s coffee as it’s not too strong compared to the others. You can also try their wide variety of creamers, allowing you to enjoy different flavors during the week. |
7. Sunday Press
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Website: https://sunday-press.com/
Address: 3315 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77018
Contact Details: +1 713-741-7170
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM
If you’re looking for croissants with unique fillings then Sunday Press should be on your list. This bakery adapted New York’s circular croissant trend called Croissant Swirls, so make sure to take some good photos and share them with the rest of Houston!
Aside from being picture-worthy, their croissants also offer interesting flavors such as custard. You can even enjoy a fruity croissant filled with different flavors like mango, strawberry, and lemon blueberry.
If you want a swift service, you’ll love that they have a drive-thru option, allowing you to enjoy their croissants and other offerings in an instant.
| Pro tip: Sunday Press has a comfortable seating place where you can chill or work. If you wish to study or work in the area, consider ordering their hot coffee, serving you a large mug that can accompany you during your stay. |
8. Badolina
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Website: http://badolinabakery.com/
Address: 5555 Morningside Dr #110, Houston, TX 77005
Contact Details: +1 832-649-5909
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
For those of you who are curious about croissants inspired by other country’s specialty flavors then Badolina is the place to be!
Here, you can taste some Middle Eastern and some finest recipes from Israel while munching on the classic, flaky, and buttery croissants.
While they have a good supply of pastries every day, their weekend selection tends to run out quickly. So plan your visit early in the morning to secure your favorite croissants.
While Badolina offers Wi-Fi connection for those who wish to study or work, there’s always a busy foot traffic, making it a bit noisy to concentrate. It’s also worth noting that there are limited charging ports.
| Pro tip: If you don’t mind getting random croissant flavors, you may consider dropping by at Badolina an hour before closing time. This allows you to score their baked goodies for half their price, letting you buy more without breaking the bank. |
9. Shakkar
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Website: https://www.shakkar.co/
Address: 401 Franklin St, Houston, TX 77201
Contact Details: +1 832-649-5909
Operating Hours: Sunday – Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Located in a city with the largest Muslim population, Shakkar has been the go-to bakery for Halal-certified goodies like croissants.
You’ll love their different croissant varieties. They have the Croissant Cereal, where you can enjoy mini croissants (yes, they’re all handmade!) turned cereals floating on your favorite milk.
You can also enjoy their giant croissants, great for sharing with the entire family!
What’s great about them is that they offer specials during holidays and special occasions, such as Halloween. You can also plan to visit them on a weekend to check out their special weekend offerings.
Meanwhile, you can also tap this bakery for catering services or even wholesale plans. You just need to pre-order them at least four days before your intended delivery or pick-up.
| Pro tip: For those bringing their cars to Shakkar, your initial 30 minutes of parking is free. You’ll be charged for any additional time after the said period. |
10. Y&H Buttery Bakery
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Website: https://www.yhbutterybakery.com/
Address: 1251 Pin Oak Rd #125, Katy, TX 77494
Contact Details: +1 346-387-9545
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Y&H Buttery Bakery is another top bakery in Houston that sells a wide variety of croissants.
Here, you can order savory ones like ham & cheese and artichoke spinach with feta cheese. Meanwhile, if you want something sweet and fruity, you can opt for their strawberry with French buttercream.
You’ll love that they bake these goodies every day, ensuring you get the freshest batch during your visit.
You can also pair their pastries with their lemon-infused coffee, a refreshing twist to your everyday coffee!
| Pro tip: Don’t plan to stay at Y&H Buttery Bakery especially if you come on a later time. In case you really want to stay here, plan your visit in the morning as the store closes once they sell out. |
