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’s pastry display never fails to impress. | Photo by INDYtoday team
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
The mille-feuille from MOTW is back after a brief hiatus.
Photo via @motw.coffee
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
Filigree Bakery is getting into the spring spirit with these macarons. | Photo via @filigree.bakery
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