Renaud's Patisserie & Bistro

Wonderful choices for croissant sandwich fun! Fine drip coffees.

Unfortunately, on this visit, they missed one of four coffees to prepare, took a long time to deliver it, no apology, no “coffee art” on that one (too much time for the rushed replacement? Used a machine for this one vs other ones?) served in the wrong sized cup. The espresso used for all the non-drip coffees tasted burned as well. (That’s a wide problem with coffee shops, including Starbucks.)

Unfortunate - will try them again - but service and fixing errors well makes a difference.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 2

I get it, it’s busy. I do not mean to come off as a Karen but it should not take 30 minutes for them to heat a premade croissant. The chocolate croissant was good but the hot chocolate was made with water (disgrace) and tasted fermented? I loved Renauds and this is my first time at this location, but it truly let me down. I feel icky leaving Renauds today. Not to mention, I had to clean my own table as none of the tables were getting cleaned.

When I go to a Patisserie, I expect artisanal confections, fresh coffee and excillent service. Renaud's is a Patisserie only in name, it's essence is that of a Santa Barbara Mcdonalds.

I wish the almond croissant I ordered was as full of marzipan as our hostess was in attitude. There was NO espresso machine, it was a push button coffee maker. It felt cheap and my potatoes came out cold. The fan in the bathroom was broken...will not go back.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

My favorite place in Santa Barbara to get croissants! 🥐

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pastries, Almond Croissant, Chocolate Croissant

Quaint and deliscious!

Lovely, seats both inside and outside. Good food, consistent. Great pastries, have been to all three branches and they are wonderful. The OJ is always fresh.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Breakfast at this cafe is pure magic! I never expected to start my morning in Santa Barbara with such incredible flavors. The dishes melted in my mouth; the ingredients were fresh and perfectly chosen. The presentation was captivating—it’s clear they know how to pay attention to detail. This place has definitely become my favorite breakfast spot, one I want to return to again and again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I live in the hood. Very special place. Xoxo 💚

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Almond Croissant, Croissant De Mantequilla

Awesome food and service and outdoor eating area?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Quiche Lorraine

Very good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Perfect cosy bakery. Food is really delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

The croissant is absolutely amazing ? I wish I was hungry enough to try the Croque Monsieur, it looked amazing too.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Croissants

Enjoyed a caffeine hit and a French pastry sweet. A lovely treat on a beautiful day.

Parking: Limited off street parking. Best for off-peak, weekdays.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Pastries, Almond Croissant

Wow! This place is small but amazing! Their peach mint iced tea was phenomenal and refreshing. Their cold brew is smooth, as it should be; doesn't need anything added. Their croissants are flakey, buttery and soft. We also tried the croissant custom sandwich with eggs, grueyer cheese and mushrooms, it melted in our mouths. The "decadent" dessert was rich, creamy and delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Croissants, Pastries

Exquisite everything you want to ask for and treated cordially, friendly and with a lot of respect, excellent place to visit and have coffee, cappuccino, chocolate, delicious bread and much more

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5