Restaurant
Lune Croissanterie Melbourne CBD on Russell
16/161 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find Lune Croissanterie Melbourne CBD on Russell
16/161 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Expect buttery laminate scent to hit the moment you step into this industrial cathedral of viennoiserie. Melbourne regulars gladly queue to put the bakery’s global reputation to the test. The benchmark order remains the twice-baked almond croissant—crowned with toasted nuts, shattering cleanly under a serrated knife down to an open honeycomb interior. Expect standing-room-only counters, lively Italian-bar momentum, and bakers rolling dough behind glass. Grab a lemon curd cruffin or salted chocolate pain suisse, tap a complimentary sparkling water, and wash down the rich butter with a tight batch brew.
- Benchmark Viennoiserie: Twice-baked almond croissants and salted pain suisse deliver crisp, deeply buttery, and meticulously laminated layers.
- Standing Espresso-Bar Layout: A bustling communal bench and window counter setup pairs pastry tasting with a view of bakers rolling dough.
- Thoughtful Pastry Service: Dine-in pastries arrive with serrated knives to preserve the crisp exterior without crushing delicate pastry layers.
- Free Sparkling Water on Tap: Complimentary sparkling water on tap provides an easy palate cleanser alongside specialty batch brew and lattes.
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Why Choose Lune Croissanterie Melbourne CBD
Discover why Melbourne's renowned croissanterie delivers a world-class pastry experience in the CBD.
World-Class Pastries That Justify the Hype
Visitors queueing to test Melbourne's most famous bakery find that the meticulously laminated, flaky pastries fully justify the anticipation.
Lune absolutely lives up to the hype
Pragesh (Ace) Open Industrial Theater Showcasing Craftsmanship
Guests enjoy a front-row view of the culinary craft, watching bakers prepare pastries inside an industrial-chic production space.
Watching the bakers at work adds to the experience and showcases the craftsmanship behind every pastry.
Pragesh (Ace) Serrated Knives That Protect Pastry Lamination
Dine-in pastries are thoughtfully accompanied by serrated cutlery so guests can slice through flaky layers without crushing the pastry's structure.
the pastries came with a sensible serrated knife so no crispy pastry elements were lost in a squashed cut!
Leah Hill Complimentary Sparkling Water on Tap
A self-serve tap dispensing complimentary chilled sparkling and still water is available for customers to cleanse their palate.
They have sparkling and still water for free on tap which is good
Fiona Tahiri Standing-Room Layout for a Quick CBD Ritual
Designed for a rapid morning treat or CBD break, patrons stand alongside communal tables and window counters reminiscent of Italian espresso bars.
Instead of traditional chairs, there is one long communal table and counters along the windows where you enjoy your treats standing up.
Meredita Susanty Elevated Morning Croissant and Coffee Pairing
Flaky, buttery croissants paired with specialty coffee create an indulgent, high-end start to the morning.
Paired with a smooth, well-made coffee, it made for the perfect morning treat.
Pragesh (Ace)
Most popular items
Signature artisanal viennoiserie that draw visitors from around the world
Almond Croissant
The almond croissant had a generous topping of sliced almonds that added a lovely crunch, while the inside was buttery, light, and filled with beautifully flaky layers.
Mia Original Croissant
It was perfectly executed—crispy on the outside and wonderfully buttery and airy on the inside. A true classic done right.
Meredita Susanty Pain au Chocolat
We tried the croissant and the pain au chocolat, and both were super fresh and absolutely delicious.
Joan F. Lemon Curd Cruffin
The lemon curd cruffin was delish, the coffee in stone cups were amazing and the almond croissant beautiful
Leah Hill
Before you head over
Practical advice on queues, standing space, and in-store amenities for a seamless visit
Beat Peak Queues on Weekday Mornings
Queues regularly reach 30 to 50 minutes, especially during peak rushes. Arrive around 9:00 AM on a weekday when waits can drop to around five minutes, or plan to order takeaway for a park nearby.
Expect Standing-Only Dining or Takeaway
The CBD space has no traditional seating, operating with standing-room communal benches and window counters. Grab your pastries to enjoy standing up or take a box to a nearby outdoor park.
Help Yourself to Free Sparkling Water
Take advantage of complimentary still and sparkling water on tap while you stand and enjoy your order. Pastries are served with serrated knives to keep delicate flaky layers intact.
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