Penny Four's — Attraction in Sydney

It’s my favourite croissant - it’s actually ruined every other place that sells croissants and laminated pastries. Depending on when you go and the weather, theres going to times when it’s not optimal. But when it is - the shell is super crispy and the inside has a pleasing elasticity. Every other croissant now taste like a stale bread roll by comparison. It’s not too sweet or ´flavoured’ which I realise now is a ploy to distract from the inferior texture of other croissants. The butter they use is super fragrant and whether plain or flavoured - it’s all good - I think I prefer their usual ´menu’ more because there’s not too much ingredients and I can really appreciate the pastry. The coffee is also one of the best in the area which is convenient. During Christmas the mince pies are the best too. Ha so much use of the word ´best’, but I really...

The pastry is pure heaven. My favourite so far has to be the fig and custard croissant, with some sort of sugary crust on top. But I have tried the almond croissant as well, and the coconut and raspberry jam, and a few more. All excellent. The only reason I am not giving 5*, is because there is definitely room for improvement for the customer service. The staff members are quite unfriendly (or maybe just very tired) but I went there more than 3 times and the overall feeling is almost unwelcoming. Hopefully this can get better. I don't want to be a pain guys, I just believe that a place that sells the best croissants in the Inner West should have a less hostile...

Best croissants I have ever had to date and this is comparing with renowned Parisian patisseries / boulangeries. Cannot compare these to Lune in Melbourne or any other that I've tried. Penny Fours blows them out of the water. The only other croissant I've had that comes close is from Bakkerij Mater in Amsterdam. Penny Fours focuses on good quality ingredients and it shows (/ you can taste it ;) ). They also sell really great bread and lots of other yummy treats. Glad it's close to the house... or perhaps that's a dangerous thing. Thanks Penny and thanks...