Boulangerie - Pâtisserie Alex Croquet

Bakery and pastry shop · Lille-Centre, Lille

9 mentions4.3 (241 on Google)

About

Pâtisserie Croquet, located in the heart of Old Lille, is an artisanal bakery-pastry shop renowned for its bread and traditional desserts. Founded by Alex Croquet, nicknamed the 'bread madman', the establishment offers authentic creations like sugar tart, classic pastries, and artisanal breads with crispy crusts. The address is particularly appreciated for its simple yet delicious cakes, notably its near-perfect éclair and caramelized sugar tart. Despite occasionally criticized service, Croquet remains a Lille culinary institution, honoring local traditions and offering fresh, high-quality products.

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“Anyone who’s looked at my travel pictures over the years will have noticed a lot of pictures of bread and bakeries. I’ve been accused of being mad about bread, and I don’t deny it.”
travelgumbo.com
“Itinéraires gourmands Cuisiniers de demain Pâtisserie Croquet 59000 LILLE Boulanger PARTAGER © A Croquet 1 PHOTOS © A Croquet Activités secondaires Chocolatier | Pâtisserie Truc en + Boutique en ligne | Click&Collect | Sur commande L'avis de Gault&Millau Boulanger C’est toujours un régal, à la fois…”
fr.gaultmillau.com
“s’est imposé comme une valeur sûre dans la région, avec plusieurs premiers prix décrochés au concours Horesta, dont celui de la meilleure galette frangipane (et rebelote en 2025). Une galette bien régulière, généreuse, parfaitement équilibrée, qui fait l’unanimité.”
lebonbon.fr

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Address: 66 Rue Esquermoise, 59800 Lille, France
Phone: +33 3 20 31 89 36
Website: alexcroquet.proxiart.fr/?id=bb68f66a-8d61-47ef-a3de-57b719e54b25

Hours

Monday: .
Tuesday: 08:00 – 19:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 19:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 19:00
Friday: 08:00 – 19:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 19:00
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