Le Panier

02/26/2008 Posted by apederse

I just tucked into a bit of the campagne loaf and have to say it's one of the best loaves of bread I've ever had. It's moist, and chewy and the crust it perfectly browned and crunchy. Absolutely worth every penny!

07/20/2007 Posted by sconey_mccheese

i went in a couple months ago just to see what they offer.... OH MY GOODNESS!!! i got some assorted petit fours, and they were perfectly exquisite and just delicious!!! their french macaroons are out of this world! i cant wait to make a trip to pike place just for some more petit fours!

Pros: outstanding overall

Cons: sometimes hard to find parking at pike place..

04/05/2007 Posted by mbmr

I am seriously addicted to the mini palmiers. They come in a clear cellophane bag tied with a colorful ribbon. Most (mammoth-sized) palmiers at other bakeries lack the crunch that these have ... almost like candy. So basically, it's a buttery and flaky cookie that crunches like candy. You'll just have to try it. I don't even work downtown but I make the trip to buy these. They are to die for.

Pros: it smells heavenly (just like a bakery should)

Cons: parking is a major challenge

03/08/2007 Posted by marc57marc57

I know great bread when I taste it and I'll walk several miles to get it. Try one of Le Panier's sandwiches for lunch - I recommend the Roast Beef or Turkey...to die for and a great bargain at apprx $5.00. I'm here every weekend.

Pros: Quality of baked goods...best bread in town.

Cons: Tough to find parking at Pike St Market

10/26/2006 Posted by alienlovechild

Le Panier reminds me of the French bakeries in Old Town Geneva. The croissants are etherially light, buttery, and flaky. The palmiers are buttery and slightly soft on the inside while really crispy on the outside...I'd love to know how get a cookie to do that! Try the napoleon with luscious French pastry creme between the layers of pastry. A breakfast fave was the croissant filled with ham and gruyere...delish!!! As a previous reviewer mentioned, the lattes are smooth and luscious. Also, try the hazelnut and chocolate chip cookies...and the pistachio macaroons! You won't be able to pass by the buttery and wonderful smell on the corner as you walk by.

Pros: Great food, great breads, value

Cons: Parking at Pike Place

11/12/2005 Posted by happyshadow

The pistachio macarons here are absolutely wonderful- I have developed a dangerous addiction to them, and costly- as they are a dollar a piece for each small, delightful little cookie. These are hard to find French cookies that I have only had in Paris before I discovered this sweet little bakery tucked in by Pike Market.

Pros: Great Baked Goods, Good Coffee

01/07/2005 Posted by dlpoitry@msn.com

The highly vaunted chocolate eclairs that I purchased were stale. I would have been better off with what passes for chocolate eclairs at QFC.

01/30/2004 Posted by specseal4

I am an ex-baker (having gone on to other interests) and I find the breads and pastries to be wonderful at Le Panier. What I would really like to comment on though is their Lattes and specialty coffee drinks. What a treat! In my opinion, in the top 5 in the city!

Pros: Great Coffee, Delicious Products, Clean

Cons: , Have to WANT to go, Small sitting area

06/22/2002 Posted by acontorer

Le Panier is the real thing. Their baguettes (French bread) and croissants are the best I have found in Seattle, and I'm a big bread fan. I go there regularly and would advise anyone to do the same. Their "oh so French" atmosphere is cute but a little cloying. The Pike Place Market location is wonderful. The only minus: their pastries are truly disappointing. They look like real French pastries, but can be soggy and lacking in flavor. Get your pastries at Three Girls Bakery, just steps away. Stick to the bread products here and you'll be happy. And the prices are very low too.

Pros: Bread, croissants, Location, Value

Cons: Weak pastries

05/21/2002 Posted by allisonaustin_citysearch

I love the baguettes and palmiers here. I also love the onion loaf and the black walnut, which makes a meal when served with a nice, ripe blue cheese and wine. There's nothing better than the buttery scent that permeates the corner where this bakery lives.