Business Details
24 Years
experience
Authentic French Bakery & Caf in Leeds
Established in 2002, Croissant d'Or was founded by Alpha Kb, a Frenchman with a passion for authentic patisserie. After honing his craft in Lyon, he brought traditional French baking techniques to Leeds, creating a business dedicated to freshly baked croissants, pastries, and breads. Our team combines decades of expertise with a commitment to classic French recipes, using high-quality ingredients daily. We serve a loyal customer base through our caf, offering a cosy French-inspired environment, and supply wholesale products to local businesses. Our dedication to quality has earned recognition, including Alpha Kb being named Male Entrepreneur of the Year in 2007.Every morning, we bake onsite to ensure our customers enjoy the freshest products, from savoury baguettes to delicate viennoiseries. Our menu reflects both tradition and innovation, featuring daily specials alongside customer favourites like our signature Fougasse. We prioritise convenience through advance takeaway orders and maintain strong community ties through regular deliveries and events. With transparent operations and a focus on customer satisfaction, we aim to be Yorkshire's premier destination for authentic French baked goods.
Services
Croissants
Baguettes
Paninis
Fougasse
Sandwiches
Coffee
Cakes
Tarts
Wholesale
Takeaway
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in traditional French baking
- Our team uses classic French recipes perfected over generations
- We supply fresh products daily to local restaurants and shops
- Our founder received the Yorkshire Black Enterprise Entrepreneur of the Year award
- We bake onsite every morning for maximum freshness
What people say
Authentic French taste
Freshly baked daily
Cosy atmosphere
Friendly staff
Perfect croissants
Services
Croissants
Our croissants use authentic French recipes with imported ingredients. Each is hand-laminated and baked fresh daily, offering a buttery, flaky texture. Perfect for breakfast or pairing with coffee.
Baguettes
Traditional French baguettes baked onsite every morning. Made with simple ingredients - flour, water, yeast, and salt. Ideal for sandwiches or enjoying with butter.
Fougasse
Signature Provenal flatbread with crispy edges and soft centre. Topped with seasonal ingredients like olives, tomatoes, or cheese. Baked to order for maximum freshness.
Coffee
Premium Lavazza coffee served as espresso, cappuccino, or latte. Medium and large sizes available. Complements our pastries perfectly with rich Italian roast profiles.
Sandwiches
Freshly made baguette sandwiches with quality fillings like ham & cheese, prawn salad, or bacon & brie. Prepared to order using locally sourced ingredients where possible.
People
Alpha Kb
Founder & Baker
French-born entrepreneur who learned baking in Lyon before establishing Croissant d'Or in 2002. Recognised as Yorkshire Black Enterprise Entrepreneur of the Year 2007 for business excellence.
Questions
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8am-3pm and Saturday-Sunday 8am-2:30pm.
Do you offer wholesale services?
Yes, we deliver fresh breads and pastries to local restaurants and shops daily.
What makes your croissants special?
We use traditional French techniques with imported ingredients, baked fresh daily.
Can I order takeaway in advance?
Yes, call 0113 250 6483 ahead to prepare your order for quick collection.
Do you have vegetarian options?
Yes, including cheese baguettes, vegetable paninis, and plain croissants.
Reviews (6)
Leon Das
Sep 11, 2021
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Great place for a range of pastries and breads. Their ham and cheese croissant sandwiches are really nice.
Daniel Stutterheim
Aug 10, 2021
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Its going downhill unfortunately. Used to love the place but recently my experience hasnt been so good. I ordered a few things and my hot food looked like it had been run over by a car. I thought it might be a one off and have in fact given 2 more chances but one of the times the pastry item i got was very very stale and the pain au chocolates are not even up to the standard of Sainsburys which is just down the road and nowhere near M&S. Is a shame because i have enjoyed going there and i prefer to support local but they will need to improve the service and quality of food especially at the prices
Austin Armacost
Jul 14, 2021
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Fantastic - Friendly - French Favorites
A little taste of France right here in Rawdon. Following traditional French recipes and baking methods, their early morning (daily) cooking result in tasty croissants & muffins, to pain au chocolat and their legendary fougasse. With a very friendly staff, I often stop in for a coffee and a chat. Its a great way to start the day. HIGHLY RECOMMEND !
A little taste of France right here in Rawdon. Following traditional French recipes and baking methods, their early morning (daily) cooking result in tasty croissants & muffins, to pain au chocolat and their legendary fougasse. With a very friendly staff, I often stop in for a coffee and a chat. Its a great way to start the day. HIGHLY RECOMMEND !
Terry Gledhill
Jun 09, 2021
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Found this little French style caf by accident really pleased coffee is great, the bread is baked fresh every day as it should be, no preservatives added so it doesn't last very long but tastes great, we will definitely be going back.
Amber
Apr 19, 2021
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Delicious pastries! I purchased a raspberry croissant and it was amazing, sweet and savory. My partner got a custard filled pain au chocolat and he loved it (even I enjoyed it and I'm not a custard fan!) We also purchased a baguette and it's perfectly soft and crunchy at the same time and smells wonderful I can't wait to eat it later. I will be returning for more bread and pastries in the near future!
David Brougham
Jan 01, 2020
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Lovely little local cafe with great selection of bread and cakes. Coffee is spot on and hot snacks are very tasty. When weather is good, there's a nice space to sit outside. Parking nearby can sometimes be a challenge on the busy road but otherwise well worth a visit if you're in the area.
