Creative French bakery in Pigalle delivering standout viennoiseries and seasonal pastries for takeaway, but expect no seating, mixed coffee, and occasional service and freshness inconsistencies.
The French Bastards delivers exceptional viennoiseries—the pistachio roll and pain suisse inspire repeat visits—but freshness varies noticeably between visits, with reports of stale or cold items undercutting the highs. No seating and tight quarters limit appeal beyond quick pastry runs, while recent ratings suggest declining consistency despite fair pricing and a convenient Pigalle location.
One caveat: Freshness varies; several reports of cold, hard, or day-old items, especially later in the morning