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Fast service at the counter. Order and food is delivered to your table. Ordered coffee and the French Club. Sandwich came out almost before I could pick a seat. Not a super big place, but seats for about 40 inside and another 40 outside. Almost no line at 11:30 on a Wednesday. Croissant was fine, maybe a bit crisper on the outside than I am used to. Sandwich was tasty, but a little messy as the croissant broke apart. Background music was 80s pop hits, Madonna, Janet Jackson, tom petty. Interior decor features lots of brick and wood. Nice spot.
Ok so I live nearby and have been trying to find a good bakery that I can walk to and I saw this one had great reviews. Well if you're local here let me say it loudly for you. THIS IS A TOURIST TRAP. And let me tell you, this little mouse fell for it. FLAVOR (2.7/5): 1. DANISH RASPBERRY JAM: Way too sweet, just okay. 2. FOCACCIA BACON & EGG: Egg was overcooked, rest of the bread was dry and stale. I was really excited for this one too. TAKEAWAYS: I do think that Pitchoun's rating is very inflated for what it is, and there are better offerings in LA if you want a solid bakery (Republique if you're ok with a little drive). I would not come back.
2.5-3 stars. This bakery had been on my list forever, and I finally made it here! Luckily, we found street parking nearby. The pastry display was impressive and everything looked delicious. I really enjoyed the coffee and croque madame. The sweet pastries, however, were a little disappointing. They didn't taste as fresh as I was expecting. The opera cake tasted stale, and the flan had a strange texture and flavor that we couldn't finish. The croissant was okay, but not as flaky and airy as I had hoped. The bakery itself is cute with plenty of seating, and the service was friendly. I'd come back for the coffee and savory food, but the pastries were a miss for me this time.
Came here for breakfast with a friend on a Tuesday morning. We loved the beignet croissant, it was definitely the highlight! The Nutella filled roll dough was a bit stale but it did have a lot of Nutella filling (although my friend thought it was too much Nutella). We both also got the iced french toast seasonal latte and enjoyed the flavoring but the coffee itself was very acidic. I did appreciate that they made my drink in my own cup. The place itself has a good vibe and a decent amount of seating. You order at the counter, find a seat, and then they bring you your order.
The French-inspired atmosphere is definitely the highlight here. There's lots of dark wood, numerous tables, and spacious indoor and outdoor seating, which makes it a nice spot to settle in for a while. I was expecting some chill French music to match the vibe, but they were playing pretty loud indie rock, which felt a little out of place. The portions are generous and service was fast, but the espresso was a little bitter for my taste and my omelette was overcooked. Overall, a beautiful, spacious café with a great atmosphere, but the food and coffee were a bit of a miss for me.
Delicious food. Mouth-watering pastry case. And parking across the street! They have gazpacho for September and it's the perfect thing for a hot day!
This bakery is the LA version of a French patisserie. They have everything from brunch items and mimosas to Dubai chocolate filled croissants. I tried the raspberry croissant and the ham and cheese croissant. The raspberry croissant was filled with raspberry jam, and the ham and cheese one was toasted beforehand. They were both pretty good, but I'd hoped the bread would taste fresher and more airy overall. The service was quick, and the inside is a cute place to sit and enjoy brunch or a cup of coffee. Very cozy and casual with lots of natural morning light
Honestly, probably my favorite French bakery in downtown Los Angeles. If you're not feeling like spending a lot of money, this is perfect, especially if you enjoy simple, French dishes, like sandwiches, salad, and baked goods. It is a very cute spot, perfect for lunch, hanging out, and just getting away. You don't feel like you're in downtown LA while you're dining here. The Brie sandwich is my absolute favorite, I haven't had something this great since going to Disney World, French Epcot. The crème brûlée is phenomenal, probably the best place to have one freshly crisped if you are in the area. The prices are very fair, and the service is pretty good. The staff are nice, and tentative.
What an amazing breakfast joint in the City of Angels. Came upon it on the recommendation of the concierge at The Biltmore. Guess it paid off to ask. This is your standard French faire served up well. The pastry's are amazing and the coffee was awesome. Hard to get a good cup of coffee without the frills, but this place lived up to our expectations for a cup of brew. The food was awesome we had eggs Benedict with eggs poached just right, served with a fresh side of mixed leaf salad with a touch of vinaigrette. The ambiance of the place is awesome too and the prices are very reasonable in light of the great service and quality of food they serve. Who doesn't like a sweet thing or two at breakfast? The pastry shelf is inviting but also tasty! Great place to do breakfast should you happen to go to that part of LA.
Walked in to this lovely cafe. Atmosphere was calm relaxing, very helpful and friendly staff. It's self seating , before or after grab a table and they will serve the food to your table. Both of the breakfast sandwiches were good, one on a brioche bun the other on a croissant both of the breads were very fresh and the ingredients inside were fresh as well. The French toast was a 6 1/2 out of 10. The bread was a little too thick, but it was on a raisin bread which was good. Served with real maple syrup. Good place to grab a nice brunch. $$ Bathrooms were clean! Overall I recommend this place!
Amazing as always! Overall, one of the nicest and quality brunch spots around this area I'd say ^_^ Really love the kindness of the staff and swiftness. Can't go wrong with a pastry, hot sandwich, or egg benny here! Tried their seasonal Ube Latte today and that also didn't disappoint. Def check this spot out if you're going for brunch or a light munch!
Pitchoun! is a cute little French cafe in downtown LA. My husband and I were in town for a conference and we were told that we had to check this place out before leaving. On our final day in LA, we decided to walk from our hotel and grab some coffees to go. I'm so sad that we didn't try Pitchoun sooner so that we could enjoy a full breakfast, because all of the food I saw at people's tables looked delicious. We both ended up getting ice lattes, mine was something with cinnamon in it and it was perfect. I've already added this place to my favorites list for the next visit to LA.
What a pleasant surprise! A French bakery and bistro in the downtown area of Los Angeles, California with a delicious menu and entrees that will wow your taste buds. Arrived in the morning to purchase a baguette, and decided to have coffee and a danish. As we dined and sipped our coffees the place slowly filled with local office patrons seeking a wholesome lunchtime meal. Everything that passed by looked scrumptious, and desirable. Warm vibe, friendly staff, and the menu speaks volumes. Highly recommend.
29 days ago
The food is really great and tasty They have a very nice variety of savory and sweet dishes Thank you!!!!! read more
1 month ago
1 month ago
Fast service at the counter. Order and food is delivered to your table. Ordered coffee and the French Club. Sandwich came out almost before I could pick a seat. Not a super big place, but seats for about 40 inside and another 40 outside. Almost no line at 11:30 on a Wednesday. Croissant was fine, maybe a bit crisper on the outside than I am used to. Sandwich was tasty, but a little messy as the croissant broke apart. Background music was 80s pop hits, Madonna, Janet Jackson, tom petty. Interior decor features lots of brick and wood. Nice spot. read more
5 days ago
Ok so I live nearby and have been trying to find a good bakery that I can walk to and I saw this one had great reviews. Well if you're local here let me say it loudly for you. THIS IS A TOURIST TRAP. And let me tell you, this little mouse fell for it. FLAVOR (2.7/5): 1. DANISH RASPBERRY JAM: Way too sweet, just okay. 2. FOCACCIA BACON & EGG: Egg was overcooked, rest of the bread was dry and stale. I was really excited for this one too. TAKEAWAYS: I do think that Pitchoun's rating is very inflated for what it is, and there are better offerings in LA if you want a solid bakery (Republique if you're ok with a little drive). I would not come back. read more
16 days ago
2.5-3 stars. This bakery had been on my list forever, and I finally made it here! Luckily, we found street parking nearby. The pastry display was impressive and everything looked delicious. I really enjoyed the coffee and croque madame. The sweet pastries, however, were a little disappointing. They didn't taste as fresh as I was expecting. The opera cake tasted stale, and the flan had a strange texture and flavor that we couldn't finish. The croissant was okay, but not as flaky and airy as I had hoped. The bakery itself is cute with plenty of seating, and the service was friendly. I'd come back for the coffee and savory food, but the pastries were a miss for me this time. read more
Came here for breakfast with a friend on a Tuesday morning. We loved the beignet croissant, it was definitely the highlight! The Nutella filled roll dough was a bit stale but it did have a lot of Nutella filling (although my friend thought it was too much Nutella). We both also got the iced french toast seasonal latte and enjoyed the flavoring but the coffee itself was very acidic. I did appreciate that they made my drink in my own cup. The place itself has a good vibe and a decent amount of seating. You order at the counter, find a seat, and then they bring you your order. read more
The French-inspired atmosphere is definitely the highlight here. There's lots of dark wood, numerous tables, and spacious indoor and outdoor seating, which makes it a nice spot to settle in for a while. I was expecting some chill French music to match the vibe, but they were playing pretty loud indie rock, which felt a little out of place. The portions are generous and service was fast, but the espresso was a little bitter for my taste and my omelette was overcooked. Overall, a beautiful, spacious café with a great atmosphere, but the food and coffee were a bit of a miss for me. read more
This bakery is the LA version of a French patisserie. They have everything from brunch items and mimosas to Dubai chocolate filled croissants. I tried the raspberry croissant and the ham and cheese croissant. The raspberry croissant was filled with raspberry jam, and the ham and cheese one was toasted beforehand. They were both pretty good, but I'd hoped the bread would taste fresher and more airy overall. The service was quick, and the inside is a cute place to sit and enjoy brunch or a cup of coffee. Very cozy and casual with lots of natural morning light read more
Honestly, probably my favorite French bakery in downtown Los Angeles. If you're not feeling like spending a lot of money, this is perfect, especially if you enjoy simple, French dishes, like sandwiches, salad, and baked goods. It is a very cute spot, perfect for lunch, hanging out, and just getting away. You don't feel like you're in downtown LA while you're dining here. The Brie sandwich is my absolute favorite, I haven't had something this great since going to Disney World, French Epcot. The crème brûlée is phenomenal, probably the best place to have one freshly crisped if you are in the area. The prices are very fair, and the service is pretty good. The staff are nice, and tentative. read more
4 months ago
What an amazing breakfast joint in the City of Angels. Came upon it on the recommendation of the concierge at The Biltmore. Guess it paid off to ask. This is your standard French faire served up well. The pastry's are amazing and the coffee was awesome. Hard to get a good cup of coffee without the frills, but this place lived up to our expectations for a cup of brew. The food was awesome we had eggs Benedict with eggs poached just right, served with a fresh side of mixed leaf salad with a touch of vinaigrette. The ambiance of the place is awesome too and the prices are very reasonable in light of the great service and quality of food they serve. Who doesn't like a sweet thing or two at breakfast? The pastry shelf is inviting but also tasty! Great place to do breakfast should you happen to go to that part of LA. read more
2 months ago
Walked in to this lovely cafe. Atmosphere was calm relaxing, very helpful and friendly staff. It's self seating , before or after grab a table and they will serve the food to your table. Both of the breakfast sandwiches were good, one on a brioche bun the other on a croissant both of the breads were very fresh and the ingredients inside were fresh as well. The French toast was a 6 1/2 out of 10. The bread was a little too thick, but it was on a raisin bread which was good. Served with real maple syrup. Good place to grab a nice brunch. $$ Bathrooms were clean! Overall I recommend this place! read more
Amazing as always! Overall, one of the nicest and quality brunch spots around this area I'd say ^_^ Really love the kindness of the staff and swiftness. Can't go wrong with a pastry, hot sandwich, or egg benny here! Tried their seasonal Ube Latte today and that also didn't disappoint. Def check this spot out if you're going for brunch or a light munch! read more
3 months ago
Pitchoun! is a cute little French cafe in downtown LA. My husband and I were in town for a conference and we were told that we had to check this place out before leaving. On our final day in LA, we decided to walk from our hotel and grab some coffees to go. I'm so sad that we didn't try Pitchoun sooner so that we could enjoy a full breakfast, because all of the food I saw at people's tables looked delicious. We both ended up getting ice lattes, mine was something with cinnamon in it and it was perfect. I've already added this place to my favorites list for the next visit to LA. read more
What a pleasant surprise! A French bakery and bistro in the downtown area of Los Angeles, California with a delicious menu and entrees that will wow your taste buds. Arrived in the morning to purchase a baguette, and decided to have coffee and a danish. As we dined and sipped our coffees the place slowly filled with local office patrons seeking a wholesome lunchtime meal. Everything that passed by looked scrumptious, and desirable. Warm vibe, friendly staff, and the menu speaks volumes. Highly recommend. read more
5 days ago
Amazing food! Great pastries! Amazing service! All around amazing experience! Would come back again and again read more
Pitchoun was a fun spontaneous discovery this weekend. My boyfriend and I were circling around the area for street parking and found a spot available in the Perishing Square area, right in front of Pitchoun. I saw some pastries and decided to take a look. Wowwwww pastry heaven! There was a whole case of delicious pastries. So many options to choose from. I picked a Chocolate Croissant and a Coffee Éclair. I don't have the pricing for this cause they didn't have a text receipt option so I selected email receipt, but stranger's email was on it and I didn't want to hold up the line figuring out their machine so I hit cancel. I ate the coffee eclair first and was a little underwhelmed. I love coffee flavors but this wasn't hitting the spot. The chocolate croissant was average and could be more flakey. I really like the variety of the selection they have so I would be willing to come back in the future, and try some of their lattes also. read more
2 months ago
Stopped in for a quick breakfast while exploring downtown LA. The atmosphere is very warm and welcoming, the kind of place I could sit for hours. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I had an Orange Blossom Tea with a Quiche Lorraine, it was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend checking this place out if you're nearby! read more
Two years later, and still my favorite DTLA bakery. We beat the rush so could admire all the tasty looking pastries as you walk in before ordering at the counter. I tried their jalapeno croissant, and I can't wait to come back and have another light, flaky, flavorful croissant filled with jalapenos and cheese. I enjoyed my fruit tart. My husband had eggs provencal and a profiterole which really is the best. We sat out on the pleasant couryard and enjoyed the lowkey vibe. read more
I had a French Sandwich and my wife had the Brie Sandwich, 2 lates and for dessert I had the fruit tart and my wife a delicious vanilla finger cake... the venue remembers you a French coffee place in Paris... small tables close to the street ... service is quick after your order and the flavors delicious for sure.. you don't even hear bustle in the street... it's downtown LA at the Persian Square. Don't miss it... read more
2 months ago
3 months ago
Gorgeous DTLA spot. Americanized menu LOVVVVVE Will return Only thing missing French style bakery chairs read more
Pros: -Yummy gingerbread latte. Not overly sweet and comes with cute latte art -Croissants aren't bad (tried raspberry croissant and the one topped with a cookie) -Sweet bread isn't bad Cons: -Not best part of LA -Paid parking -Not the best baked goods I've had but not the worst. Pretty good. read more
2 months ago
Always a favorite trip i look forward to! The food is the best!!! I've loved everything I've ever eaten here. Pastries are devine!!! I love the quaint friendly atmosphere. Staff is great!!!! FIVE STARS! read more
My partner and I came here to get some pastries as they had a bogo offer on Uber Eats. The shop is a quaint french inspired bakery. When you enter, you are greeted by a large display of pastries that change seasonally. The shop also has ample seating both indoors and on a small patio outside. Overall, it's a very cozy spot. On this visit we got almond croissants. I felt like the croissants were a bit dense and dry, but they had a nice almond flavor. Not my favorite croissant ever, but not bad. I've also gotten coffee here a few times in the past, and have been impressed by their espresso quality, they make a solid latte. I'm sure I'll return to sample some of their other pastries as well as some of their Resturant items. read more
4 months ago
Great place for brunch on an outdoor patio in the middle of downtown LA. Love the amazing pastry selection and the food is wonderful! Feeling like Im in a Parisian cafe read more
11 days ago
11 days ago
This was a great hidden gem in downtown LA right outside the Biltmore. I had a blueberry scone and flat white. The scone was perfection. It was the perfect texture and had orange zest inside to add a little more flavor! The ambiance was great. The service was wonderful and everyone was kind and efficient. I highly recommend! read more
2 months ago
The pastries here were amazing! Had a sampling of items and all great! We didn't have the time to sit but atmosphere was lovely and friendly without being too loud or crowded. They were quick, friendly, and helpful. read more
I love Pitchoun! Whenever my firm needs pastries, they are my go-to spot. Yesterday I picked up a cheesecake for the team and it was delicious! I've honestly been sleeping on their lattes because wow I ordered their ube lavender latte and it was delicious. I especially appreciated that the espresso flavor was really prominent. 10/10 read more
I love Pitchoun! The staff is always warm and accommodating and my colleagues love the assorted pastries that I bring to in-person meetings. If you can swing by, it's way better than grabbing a box of donuts! I recently tried their Avocado Toast, which was a great morning bite. I wasn't a huge fan of the poached egg and wish the avocado was a bit more seasoned, though overall it was an enjoyable, clean bite to eat! read more
2 months ago
Cute interior + beautiful patio Lots of seat Coffee and bakery was so delicious. Self-serve bar is helpful !! read more
While in LA for a long weekend, my wife and I happened upon this lovely French bakery. Oh my gosh!! Excellent food and coffee. The service was friendly and one of the servers even spoke French. It was early on Saturday morning so it was not super busy, allowing us to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful SoCal weather at the tiny table and chairs much akin to being on a Parisian street. read more
3 months ago
Pitchoun Bakery was fantastic! The avocado toast, royal croissant with Nutella, and breakfast sandwich were all delicious. The pastry was perfectly flaky, the portions were generous enough to share, and everything tasted fresh. Great vibes, friendly staff, and quick service. Definitely coming back! read more
1 year ago
Super cute little bakery in DTLA, and my friends and I ordered to dine. For the table we got the peach and pistachio croissants, the seeded salad, and a breakfast sandwich. We also ordered a turkey and cheese croissant, but unfortunately we were given the spinach croissant instead. Service was quick and very friendly! read more
26 days ago
Went for breakfast w friend before work. Super cute French Bakery with HUMONGOUS pastries. Bought some for coworkers and service was helpful. Got a couple croissants and other pastries, and ended up getting the Croque Monsieur with a side salad and roasted potatoes. Came out quick and everything tasted amazing. 10/10 would come again read more
7 months ago
What a lovely place as soon as you walk in you're greeted with the amazing smells of all the delicious baked goods they have on display. This is a good spot to sit down and do some work or simply relax and just enjoy a good coffee with a pastry. Highly recommend this place to those in the L.A. area. read more
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Bonjour, do you sell Sacristains? Been looking for this elusive French pastry since my 2018 visit to Paris' Du Pain et Des Idees. Merci!
Hi, yes we do, from time to time thou, not every day. Especially now with the pandemic, we are unluckily understaffed. We'll make them probably at Fall/Winter. Following our instagram is the best way to being kept informed with our specials, as we…
Are you open for business during COVID-19 lock down?
Hi, no, not yet at our Dtla location. Thx
Hello, i was wondering how big is the quiche Lorraine ? Is it for one person or for 2?
Hi, quiche portion is meant for 1 person. We do sell the whole 9” quiche too should you be several people.…
Can anyone vouch for the cannelé? Do we know if they are in metal molds or silicone?
Hi there, we sure can, being French :-)! We bake lot and lots of cannelés! Cannelés are possible in both molds. Traditionally in French pastry stores, and like we do it at Pitchoun!, it's copper molds, not metal. But maintaining them properly over…
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