The best croissants in Buenos Aires

Presented as a boutique bakery, this foodie spot in Saavedra originates from New York, where Sofi and Joako worked at a Midtown deli. Starting by selling cakes on Facebook, today they not only have their own shop but have become leaders in artisanal baking using organic flours and cruelty-free ingredients. A trendy spot, they pair all their delicacies with excellent coffee.

Pro tip: Besides their croissants, try their fosforitos (with ultra-flaky dough, natural baked ham, smoked cheese, and tomatoes) and their danishes (a laminated square-shaped dough filled with pastry cream and strawberries).

Where: Roseti 1360.

Cuadra Restaurante's bakery aims to win over coffee lovers with its relaxed, trendy atmosphere and delicious food. Ideal if you're a fan of laminated and puff pastry (their chocolate and walnut roll is out of this world). You'll have a hard time choosing just one item from their menu because everything is tempting and delicious.

Pro tip: One of the highlights here is their dulce de leche croissant. It's so generous with filling that it’ll leave you in awe (as we say in Argentina, “pipón”).

Where: O'Higgins 3202.

Already a classic in Buenos Aires' boulangerie scene, each of their locations has adapted to the rhythm of the neighborhood it’s in. Whether you're going for breakfast or tea, you'll enjoy the local vibe, taking breaks and enjoying an after-office snack. With a whole section dedicated to viennoiserie and pâtisserie, their croissants range from the classic (plain or with almonds) to more local variations (such as pastry cream and dulce de leche).

Pro tip: Though not considered a specialty coffee shop, Le Blé serves great coffee. With several options (the traditional ones you'll find in any café in Buenos Aires), it’s a great idea to pair it with one of their baked goods.

Where: 3 de Febrero 1059.

Founded by Diego Muscat (responsible for bringing some of the most important global pastry trends to the city), Boulan is a favorite among artisanal pastry lovers who appreciate classic techniques. With counter options that combine family tradition with modern and personal touches, one of the stars of the place is the sacramento filled with pastry cream.

Pro tip: Boulan is known for its breads, so don’t be surprised if you see regulars leaving with several baguettes or ciabattas. But if you're on a croissant tour, don’t miss their cheese-filled version (au fromage) or the one with chocolate (D’amande).

Where: Sinclair 3196.

One of the best places in Buenos Aires to eat laminated pastries, this bakery is run by Lucas Villalba, who essentially created a croissant laboratory in search of the perfect recipe. With options including sourdough bread, rotisserie, and even fresh pasta, browsing their menu reveals a divine level of detail: with a whole section dedicated to French bakery products, they have tons of delicious options.

Pro tip: The best example of Jornal-Invictus' love for this pastry is their special line called La Croissanterie, featuring super original fillings. From one with marroc (Comandante Marroc), to one with lemon cream (Yellow Submarine), and ending with a cheese-filled one (Peppa Pig Cheesecake Bicolor).

Where: Av. García del Río 2802.

For those who love brunch or an afternoon snack, this is one of the go-to spots because they always have great sharing options and a menu with everything tasting amazing. With recipes that aim to respect the tradition of French bakeries (their products are made with French flour and butter), they have a section dedicated exclusively to boulangerie (with 6 types of bread) and another for viennoiseries (with three types of croissants).

Pro tip: Besides the classic croissant or the one with almonds, if you're craving something special, try the one filled with dulce de leche and chocolate. A mix of France and Argentina that’s guaranteed to steal your heart.

Where: Malabia 1805 (they have other locations, check their website for the full list).

This spot is one of San Fernando’s best-kept secrets, run by Florencia Gallo along with her mom, dad, and sister. They create a fun, slightly daring vibe with all the coolness in the world. Music has inspired many of their signature creations: Thunder Alfajores, Fire Cookies, Snoop Choc, and the Nutella Volcano.

Pro tip: There are two must-try croissants: one filled with Nutella, chocolate chunks, strawberries, and dulce de leche sauce (I got dalonated), and the almond croissant (filled with homemade almond paste).

Where: Perón 3491.

Designed to welcome the whole family, you’ll find groups of friends, coffee lovers, and families here. The décor lives up to its name (Forêt means forest in French), filled with plants and large windows that connect you to the urban dynamic throughout the day. With offerings for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, their pastries are a neighborhood landmark.

Pro tip: Forêt experiments with croissant recipes, offering classics and more creative ones like a forest fruit jam-filled croissant and another filled with dulce de leche and covered in chocolate, topped with toasted almonds.

Where: Av. Congreso 1602.

One of those gastronomic projects where passion is evident in every detail, Nicolás Yernovoy is the owner, and if you follow Lievito on Instagram, you’ve probably seen him around (and if not, you should follow them). With incredible filled rolls that deserve a chapter of their own, the croissants are the true obsession of this place, and you'll notice this in their window, where you'll find many beautiful and original versions.

Pro tip: Every Saturday and Sunday, the croissant flavors change. With some staples like the classic, you might encounter banana and dulce de leche, brownie, red berry jam, blueberry and meringue, or one of our favorites, spicy chocolate.

Where: Soler 4000.

One of the most important bakeries in Buenos Aires’ French gastronomic movement, this spot has a wide range of options for any time of the day. With so many choices in croissanteries and viennoiseries, you’ll find some classics (croissant, almond croissant) and other bolder reimaginings (chocolate and pear croissant, and the lime-filled one).

Pro tip: What really sets COCU Boulangerie apart is their willingness to experiment with flavors. The best examples? Their croissant filled with sausage, criolla sauce, and chimichurri (Chorisant), one with seasonal mushrooms, spinach, roquefort, and brie cheese emulsion (Champisant), or the pork rillette with tomato jam, pepper, leek aioli, and sweet pickles (Chanchisant).

Where: Malabia 1510.