Oh là là! Martin Place just got a whole lot more magnifique with the arrival of Petit Loulou, perched right above the Metro. And, going by the steady stream of office-goers and tourists lining up, it’s proving to be just as popular as its big sister Loulou over the Bridge in Milsons Point.
What’s on offer? How about all the French favourites. Utterly buttery croissants, perfect little madeleines with their signature humps, generously filled Paris-Brest, crusty sourdough baguettes, escargots (the pastry kind, not the snail kind) studded with plump sultanas and loads more almost-too-pretty-to-eat pastries. Our tip? If you’re torn between the velvety-rich chocolate eventail and the zingy lemon raspberry éclair, get both.
Brendon Woodward, Loulou head baker said, “We wanted to offer Sydney locals an authentic French experience, whether they’re returning guests or visiting us for the first time. Our ethos is to share the joy of traditional French baking with the city.”
Feeling savoury? Might we suggest the yummo sausage rolls, a rotisserie chicken baguette, or a Niçoise salad. And, yes, there’s coffee. Do as the French do and take a break to sit down and savour your lunch in the outdoor seating area.
But that’s not all: the 130-seat Loulou Bistro and Bar will soon open right next door to the bakery in Martin Place (yes, just like Loulou in Milsons Point). Oozing a quintessential Parisian vibe, it’s all set to offer a lighter take on classic French cuisine. Given that both venues are run by Etymon Projects, the same team that’s given us gems like The Charles and Tiva in the CBD, as well as Poetica and Genzo in North Sydney, we know we’re in for a treat. À bientôt!
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