Lou, The French On The Block

I've tried so many chocolate croissants (my favorite) and the pain au chocolate here is very very good. So many layers of flakey crust, buttery, and soft chocolate. I wouldn't mind if they added a little bit more chocolate but I do have a sweet tooth. The service was great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pain Au Chocolat - Chocolate Croissant, Croissant Chocolate

Far and away the best butter croissants around, and the cappuccino’s are authentic also.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Croissants

Absolutely without a doubt, the best pain au chocolat ever made! ..… And I’m not kidding! .. I’ve had dozens all over the world .…This is the best one I’ve ever had… it’s perfect… Flaky and crispy on the outside with amazing lamination and soft on the inside… Lou’s pain au chocolat is like Usain Bolt compared to the rest.. leaves them in the dust. It’s no contest … and the rest of the pastries and the sandwiches are damn fine as well… I ride my bike 10 miles to get one.. and I hate waiting in line, but I will wait in line for one of these… Seriously do yourself a favor. Go get one.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pain Au Chocolat - Chocolate Croissant

What can you say that hasn't already been said. I can only count myself lucky on my last visit for the rarity of there being no line *and* fresh baked almond croissants. Lightning does strike twice. Hands down the best croissants you'll find in town. Buttery, flakey, and perfect with a coffee. On top of that, the owner is the absolute best, and the staff follows suit. Get there early on the weekends!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Croissants, Pain Au Chocolat - Chocolate Croissant, Almond Croissant

Hands down the best croissant I have ever had in my life. Served warm from the oven it was light,flakey, buttery and absolutely sinful. I would definitely go out of my way to get another

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Delicious chocolate croissant’s, quick and friendly service. Located in a quaint area of Burbank nearby the studios. The coffee and the syrups used were so-so, but decent price point for a quick fix.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Croissants

Excellent service, great place for french crossants, try the almond crossant, is amazing. Place it's a bit small, but I'm sure this place will be growing.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lemon Tart, Raspberry Tart, Almond Croissant, French Pastries

The sandwiches are wonderful. The food is very fresh and warm 🤗

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Almond Croissant

A MUST stop if you’re in the area - come as early as you can for the best selection. Our go to’s as a family are their plain croissants, chouquettes, and Brie and avocado / poulet crudite sandwiches.

Almond chocolate croissants enough said.

Vegetarian options: Brie-avocado sandwich

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Fresh Croissants, French Pastry, Almond Croissant

September 2024:
Stopped by for breakfast and ordered the chocolate almond croissant and a drip coffee ☕.

The chocolate almond croissant was probably one of the best that I have eaten. Very flaky, tasty filling, and a generous portion overall 👍. Would definitely come back again for the pastries.

Coffee was good. Surprised that they charged us seventy five cents for adding a little oat milk to my two coffees ☕. 🤔

Took a baguette home 🏠 and it was tasty. Will come back for some sandwiches next time!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Their croissants are amazing!!! We got the chocolate and almond croissants and they were both delicious. Not too sweet and the filling in the almond croissant was perfect. Both were very flaky and crispy. The workers were also really sweet. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Croissants, Almond Croissant

Stepping into Lou's bakery is like being transported back to my childhood in Paris. It's a feeling only those who've lived there would understand, like visiting a local boulangerie with the most incredible smells and textures. There's always a line, but it's worth the wait every single time. The chouquettes are an absolute dream, and the croissants are perfection, fluffy, crispy, light, with that perfect buttery flavor, but never greasy. The service is fantastic, super friendly, and always welcoming. When you order your coffee, they add a custom little drawing on it, which just adds to the charm! Lou, the owner, is incredibly nice and welcoming, making every visit a delight. This place is a true gem! If only he opens a spot in San Diego ;)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Some of the best croissants you will find in the city, and, possibly, anywhere on the west coast. That sounds bold, but I’m not kidding. Coupled with great coffee as well as an assortment of other pastries and food, highly recommend this place. It usually is packed on the weekends, so expect to be in a small line. It moves quickly though and very much worth it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baguette, French Breakfast, Fresh Croissants, Lemon Tart, Raspberry Tart

These were the best chocolate croissants we had ever had! Yummy!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Croissants