Where to get French pastries in the Circle City

At the beginning of this year, we asked our readers to submit story ideas for us to cover in 2023, and Brooke L.'s question was too delicious to pass up: “Where can I get really good French pastries?”

So without further adieu, here are our top recs for some of the best pâtisserie-like spots around Indy.

Gallery Pastry Shop, various locations

• This local pâtisserie and restaurant just opened its newest location on College Avenue and should be your go-to spot for a showstopping dessert for your next dinner party.
• Our pick: macarón

Amelia’s Bread, Fletcher Place + Windsor Park

• If you’ve lived in Indy long enough, there’s no doubt you’ve stopped into this bakery famous for its sourdough.
• Our pick: chocolate croissant

Leviathan Bakehouse, 1101 N. College Ave.

• Don’t forget to grab a caramelly Breton-style pastry, which is pronounced “kween uh-mon” and means “butter cake.”
• Our pick: kouign-amann

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MOTW Coffee and Pastries, various locations

• You can get pastries from France to Syria to North Africa at this ever-growing local coffee chain.
• Our pick: mille-feuille

Le Croissant French Bakery, 916 E. Main St., Greenwood

• This pastry shop will make you feel like you’ve entered Paris.
• Our pick: fruit croissant

Filigree Bakery, Broad Ripple Farmers Market

• Filigree has a robust online menu available for custom orders.
• Our pick: macarón pop

Landlocked Baking Co., 118 S. Audubon Rd.

• When we say “don’t sleep on these pastries,” we mean it. Get there early or you’ll miss all your favorites.
• Our pick: guava swirl croissant

Circle City Sweets, 1220 Waterway Blvd.

• Find the local sweet spot at The Amp at 16 Tech and don’t forget it when you’re planning your next birthday party.
• Our pick: seasonal macarón

Bake Sale Indy, Broad Ripple Farmers Market, Illumine Coffee

• This micro-bakery has everything from Cajun pork and cheddar croissants to croissant scrap cinnamon rolls.
• Our pick: chocolate croissant