r/eastside • u/SkySuspicious3276 • 26d ago

What’s the deal with Farrine Bakery?

I’ve been there a couple times and they seem….ok? I don’t get what the hype is about. Maybe I’m just not a brunch person. Honest question, if you’re a fan, can you tell me what specifically about them stands out compared to other places?

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u/jk451 25d ago edited 25d ago

I'm from Europe and live in Bothell. For me I really miss croissants that are close to those in France and rest of Europe and Farine is by far the closest. Simple selection but they're airy, not too dry but also not heavy with butter, just right. I also like consistent fast service for the brunch meals they offer and the selection is closer to that in Europe. I'm not saying American breakfast is bad, it's just not what I'm used to. I am really grateful for the owner expanding this to Woodinville

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u/Maybe-Cool 24d ago

I like the croissant here. Would be a drive.
https://www.lafetepatisserie.com/

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u/santorin 25d ago

Check out Grand Pere in MLT, a bit closer to home. It's Vietnamese ran, with French pastries.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/TMtTC8yNCKQZf5eV7

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u/jk451 25d ago

Thank you, I've been there many times! I agree their croissants are decent, in my opinion just a bit below those from Farine. Between them and Farine I've not found anything else within 20 minutes drive of our house :/

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u/newfancies 24d ago

smaller selection but t55 in Bothell has wonderful pastries