Aux pains de papy London

Best croissants in London

Angelina from London

"They have an array of all the classic pastries you’d expect from a French bakery, from pain au chocolat & croissants to my favourite croissant aux amandes."

If you’ve read some of my articles here you probably had realised by now that there are a few things I am slightly obsessed with - wine, bread, good pastries and coffee. I have spent a good amount of time tracking down the best croissants in London and by far Aux pain de papy is on the top of my list.

Aux pain de papy is a small bakery not far from the busy King’s Cross station, quite unassuming from the outside but don’t let this mislead you, it’s a real hidden gem! Everything is handmade and made fresh from the best ingredients available with many of them sourced directly from France. They have an array of all the classic pastries you’d expect from a French bakery - the flaky and buttery plain croissant, pain au chocolat, and my favourite croissant aux amandes. On the savoury side, they don’t disappoint either - they offer some of the best baguettes I’ve tried outside of France which are a great option for a quick lunch if you’re nearby.

If you’re not planning on hopping on the Eurostar to get your French patisserie fix across the channel your best bet certainly is popping in and grabbing a few of the goodies from Aux pain de papy, you won’t be disappointed I promise you.

Snacks

Buy one, Give one!

Share your 💚 this December

*on all products

London Spotter Angelina

About me My name is Angelina and I am originally from Bulgaria. I grew up in Bulgaria, studied, and started my professional career there until I began to get itchy feet. My urge to travel took me to South East Asia but I soon realized Europe is a better fit for me so I took a job in London and have been stuck here ever since! I am a Business Analyst at a Fintech company which is a really exciting field to be in these days! I also feel lucky that my company’s office is in the middle of London and on my way to work I get to walk through Waterloo bridge absorbing the views of t...

About this spot

279 Grays Inn Rd

Croissant:

3.2

Website

+44

7771613779

Social

Oct 4, 2025

Our London City Guide

Find your way with 284 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters

Discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our London guide.

Loved it? Join us!

Loved this Spot?Join your international community. Share your favs and become part of our international community!

Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:

Discover all other hidden gems in London

The Nickel Cinema

Rebel Cinema in Clerkenwell

The Nickel Cinema is a 37-seat gem that revives NYC grindhouse spirit with little-known films and a vintage-filled bar. Unmissable for true film lovers!

Cinema

Ramona

Liberoff

Dec 3, 2025

Tayyabs

Mind-blasting curries

"Tayyabs" in London is a legendary Punjabi run. I'll go weak at the knees at the aroma of their sizzling platters of marinated lamb chops & shami kebabs...

Restaurants

Mark

Meyer

Dec 3, 2025

Kew Gardens

Botanical garden paradise

"Kew Gardens" is the famous UNESCO world heritage site in Southwest London. It's great to visit for its plants, flowers and Christmas festivities!

"Pop Brixton" in London is a quirky centre of scrummy street food, stylish restaurants and specialised bars. It's a perfect pit stop for a big night out.

Bars