La Parisienne French Bakery, Seattle

La Parisienne French Bakery is a celebrated establishment, known for producing some of the best French pastries in the region. The bakery was founded by Patrick Morin and his wife Christine, who set out to bring authentic French baking traditions to the Pacific Northwest. Their vision was simple: create a traditional neighborhood bakery where classic pastries and regional French dishes are prepared fresh each day.

Chef Patrick Morin spent more than 30 years baking in France, where he also taught pastry classes in Paris. Encouraged by students who believed his craft would be successful abroad, he eventually decided to pursue a long-held dream—opening a bakery in the United States. Moving with his family to the Seattle area, he established La Parisienne as an authentic, traditional French bakery dedicated to quality ingredients, classic techniques, and the flavors of French pâtisserie.

At La Parisienne, visitors will find an impressive display of pastries prepared daily, from flaky croissants and pain au chocolat to elegant desserts such as Paris-Brest, alongside quiches, sandwiches, and light lunch dishes inspired by French cuisine.

The Bellevue location, opened in 2018 in collaboration with Cépaé Tasting Room, pairs the bakery’s pastries and savory dishes with wines and evening boards of charcuterie, seafood, cheese, and vegetables. The bakery’s croissants have been widely praised and have appeared on lists highlighting Seattle’s best pastries.

Beyond its culinary reputation, La Parisienne has also played a meaningful role in the local community. After the November 2015 Paris attacks, the bakery became a gathering place where residents came together to show solidarity with France. The French flag flew outside as people filled the bakery and sidewalk, sharing embraces, flowers, and a moment of silence, joined by Seattle’s mayor and members of the community.