Parisian Baker
19 Keilor Rd, Essendon, Victoria, 3040
“A little slice of Paris in Essendon”
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Why Choose Parisian Baker?
Parisian Baker earns its name with consistently excellent pastries, croissants, almond croissants and quiches are standouts, all flaky and made fresh to order. The spot works well for breakfast or a quick pastry break, with dine-in seating, delivery and takeaway available, plus good coffee and a quiet, cosy atmosphere.
About Parisian Baker
Parisian Baker is a bakery and patisserie in Essendon, Victoria, and the tagline says it plainly: a little slice of Paris in Essendon. The counter is full of pastries, cakes and desserts, and the pull for locals is that it's made with care and comes fresh from the oven.
Croissants are the thing people talk about most. The almond croissant gets a lot of love, the pistachio version has its fans too, and the plain one is praised for being generously filled. Quiche comes up often, with pastry described as crisp and flaky. There are donuts as well, friands, a custard danish, a berry danish and a classic baguette. Then there are the cinnamon and pistachio scrolls, which have a reputation of their own and tend to sell out early, so go in the morning if you've got your heart set on one. Regulars also rate the croque monsieurs for a weekend breakfast.
Coffee is taken seriously here, with single origin options and a strong blend if you need a proper kick. One local reckons the mocha is among the best in Melbourne. A couple of people have found a latte lukewarm, so say so if you like yours hot.
You can dine in, with extra seating and a quiet spot upstairs, or take your order away. Delivery is offered too, and custom cakes can be ordered. One person was let down by a birthday cake, so it's worth talking through exactly what you want when you order. Staff are friendly and helpful, and it's close to the airport if you want something sweet before or after a flight. Free street parking and a wheelchair-accessible car park make the visit easy, and cards and mobile payments are taken. Check the hours before you head in.
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What Customers Say on Google
“The pastries are consistently beautiful, flaky, rich, and clearly made with care.”
“The quiche was excellent, the pastry was perfectly crisp and flaky.”
“Their croissants are heavenly. If I wasn't watching my health, I'll probably eat five at on go.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Parisian Baker
Parisian Baker is a French-style bakery and patisserie known for its croissants, especially the almond and pistachio versions, along with quiche with crisp, flaky pastry. The counter also features cinnamon scrolls, friands, custard and berry danishes, donuts and a banana caramel swirl, plus savoury options like the croque monsieur.
Yes, custom cake orders are one of the services offered at Parisian Baker. The cabinet also includes everyday cakes and desserts such as strawberry tart, alongside the pastries. For pricing and lead times on a custom cake, it's best to contact the bakery directly.
Yes, Parisian Baker offers dine-in as well as takeaway and delivery. There's seating downstairs and an upstairs area where people often settle in to work or relax over a coffee. It serves single origin coffee, including pour over and cold brew options, plus loose leaf tea and breakfast dishes.
It's a popular spot, especially on weekends, with queues at peak times and some items like cinnamon scrolls and pistachio croissants known to sell out by midday. Street parking is available nearby, though the surrounding streets can get crowded, so allow a little extra time to find a spot.
The bakery offers a wheelchair-accessible car park and accepts credit, debit and NFC mobile payments, making a quick visit easy. It's described as having a cosy, cute atmosphere with a welcoming team, and is also noted as LGBTQ+ friendly, making it a comfortable stop for breakfast, coffee or a pastry break in Essendon.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61 3 9942 9942
- pbessendon@gmail.com
- Address
- 19 Keilor Rd, Essendon, Victoria, 3040
How Parisian Baker Compares
in Essendon
More reviews than 91% of bakeries in Essendon
Custom Cakes: 1 of 4 in Essendon
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 7am-4pm
- Tuesday
- 7am-4pm
- Wednesday
- 7am-4pm
- Thursday
- 7am-4pm
- Friday
- 7am-4pm
- Saturday
- 7am-4pm
- Sunday
- 8am-3pm
Business Details
- Service Options
- Takeaway, Delivery, Dine-in
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
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