love their croissants more

This bakery is right subtitled "Very French Bakery" because it is very French. A couple of the bakers are natives of France and classically trained, and you can definitely tell by the quality and range of the bread and pastries that they make. It is in a perfect location, in the middle of the Pike Place Market, and has a... more

Great croissants - a bit pricey though. The bread is good too, but they charge something like 35 cents for a pat of butter - oh well! more

Their croissants are fabulous. more

We experienced Le Panier for breakfast. From the outside, we could smell the nice odor of freshly baked bread and pastries. Crowded at that time of the day, however, we had to wait a while before ordering. And no possibility to reserve whatsoever. Very nice selection of french pastries and bread. With a hot chocolate or coffee, this is the... more

When my husband and I travel to Seattle a few times a year, we get up a little early, head down to the market before things get crazy with the tourists, grab a couple of pastries and yummy coffees from Le Panier and go find a waterfront bench on which to enjoy our flaky, buttery treasures. I've lived in France... more

best in the city...one word....brioche more

What is there not to like about this long-standing French bakery in the market.? While other artisan bakeries have popped up around town in the last ten years, Le Panier is still a great place to get a French pastry and a fine crackly baguette. more

This is my first stop when I visit Seattle! Grab a latte and a baguette with brie, sit at the window and people watch! And the smell inside: divine! more