🥐 Croisserie Artisan Bakery – Damansara Heights’ French Pastry Haven

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Tucked into Bukit Damansara, Croisserie stands out as one of Kuala Lumpur’s top French-style bakeries, known for its flaky croissants, inventive pastries, and cozy upstairs café powered by O’Coffee Club coffee .

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⭐ Notable Bakes & Treats
• Croissants: A local favourite—crispy on the outside, buttery and airy inside. One reviewer dubbed it “super buttery, super flaky… almost burnt dark” .
• Canelé (RM6): Consistently praised for its caramelised shell and soft custard centre .
• Kouign Amann (RM6.50): Rich and layered, though occasional quality fluctuations—“some days amazing, other days not quite on‑point” .
• Curry Donut (RM5): Fluffy, deep‑fried ball filled with spicy chicken‑potato curry, described by Bangsar Babe as utterly addictive .

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🍰 Savoury & Sweet Highlights
• Quiches (e.g., salmon & spinach) are a popular savoury pick—though some find them “just so‑so” ().
• German custard tarts, fruit danishes, financiers, and more rotate daily—over 200 pastry varieties regularly .
• Impressive cakes & tarts: Pecan tarts, blueberry tarts and opera cake receive enthusiastic praise in Trip.com and Wanderlog reviews .

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☕ Ambience & Beverage
• Interior: Modern, minimalist design with a bright, light‑wood aesthetic—very Instagrammable .
• Coffee: Brewed in partnership with O’Coffee Club. Reviews note occasional inconsistency—mediocre flat white on some days, richer lattes on others .
• Seating: Compact upstairs café area—a charming spot to enjoy pastries but often busy, so go early .

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✅ Tips for Visiting
• Arrive early to buy freshly baked items and avoid long queues ().
• Parking can be challenging; consider nearby Republik underground parking .
• Pre-ordering doesn’t always guarantee a smooth pickup—especially for popular pastries like pain au chocolat .
• Budget‑wise: Prices range from RM4–RM7 for individual pastries, with tarts and danishes often RM10+ .

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📝 Verdict

Croisserie is a go‑to destination for artisan French pastries in KL—whether you’re after flaky croissants, indulgent canelés, or savoury quiches. Its charm lies in the hand-crafted quality, variety of offerings, and stylish café atmosphere. Just be ready to queue, park creatively, and test your luck on consistency.