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La Tropezienne

Cafe

🫤 Was so exited when I found this French cafe, while the displays and pastries look nice they do not quite live up to expectations. I also had a croissant and was very disappointed, the baguette were also weird and not the traditional taste. Bring French I was expecting it to taste a bit like home, th... People often mention coffee, French, good, taste, Great,


Address

469 Lake Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand

Website

latropezienne.co.nz

Contact

+64 9 488 7017

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (119 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Wednesday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Thursday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Friday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Saturday: 7 am to 2 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (12) French (11) good (11) taste (9) Great (6)
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  • 2/5 Lydie F. 2 years ago on Google
    Was so exited when I found this French cafe, while the displays and pastries look nice they do not quite live up to expectations. I also had a croissant and was very disappointed, the baguette were also weird and not the traditional taste. Bring French I was expecting it to taste a bit like home, the look was there but the taste didn’t follow. Hot choc wasn’t that great either. I even googled the place to see if it was owned by a kiwi or other as it’s hard to believe a French pastry chef would be satisfied with the quality :( waitress were nice.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rex M. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent variety of delightful cabinet food at very reasonable prices. My chicken filo was bursting with nice chicken and only cost $5.00. Good strong coffee. French atmosphere with French flair. Very popular, sometimes seating is limited.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Preet j. 6 years ago on Google
    I started to learn French last year and I like to practice it with the lovely staff each time I go there to buy my coffee. Also their almond croissants are the best! I would give them 6 stars if I could.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Lyndel N. 2 years ago on Google
    I was very excited to try this bakery but ended extremely disappointed. For a french bakery, the croissant was really bad it tasted like something from a supermarket. I couldn’t even finish it because of how weird the taste was. The coffee éclair and religieuse tasted good but it wasn’t completely filled, it was hollow in a lot of bites I’ve had. The Paris Brest was not a Paris Brest, it didn’t even taste close to what it’s supposed to taste like. The mille feuille was okay. I do not recommend this bakery if you’re looking for pastries close to the ones they sell in France. Je ne reviendrais plus.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tahlia L. 7 months ago on Google
    Perfect coffee perfect temperature, so delicious, one of the best I have had in a while. Best cheese scone I’ve had, seriously. It’s so hard to find a good cheese scone but they have mastered it. 10/10 recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joshua M. 4 months ago on Google
    Great place, awesome and reasonably priced food! One of our favorite coffee shops, Highly recommended! 😊

  • 5/5 Claire 3 months ago on Google New
    The lady was so sweet and helpful. The dessert was so good and the store was so cozy i mean they played jazz, what more can you ask for

  • 5/5 Diego R. 3 months ago on Google New
    This French bakery is the best in town. Great variety of pastries, sandwiches and great coffee as well. Totally recommended for a nice and affordable breakfast in the area.

  • 5/5 Fawn B. 4 months ago on Google
    Best cafe in Takapuna. Love the vibe Staff were friendly and I loved the chicken roll and the cakes in the cabinet are so good .

  • 5/5 Linda M. 5 months ago on Google
    Excellent selection of breads, cakes and pastries 🍰. Great coffee, too. A little touch of France in Takapuna.

  • 3/5 Judell R. 7 months ago on Google
    Very tiny Cafe. Not much space. Seems to get quite busy. The food and coffee were good. I think the prices were ok. Not much staff. Staff were friendly. There's no parking. Street parking away from Cafe. I think there's no space for wheelchairs.

  • 5/5 ES E. 1 year ago on Google
    For a little taste of France.... try the yummies here.....you won't be disappointed. I've been coming here for years & on the whole, the consistency is pretty good.

  • 1/5 Alex G. 11 months ago on Google
    I just had the worst pie I've ever eaten. I ordered a mince & cheese pie to takeaway that was microwaved! It was VERY soggy and flat, yet the outside was a burnt brown colour. Completely lacking a substantial filling the result was disgraceful. I'm unsure if this is the norm in France but it NZ this is shameful.

  • 4/5 John W. 1 year ago on Google
    Coffee is very good. Pastry is average. Price is reasonable.

  • 5/5 shaye c. 10 months ago on Google
    Proper French goodies. I’m a mille feuille fan, and this patisserie makes an authentic one. All the goods that I’ve tried (many) have been executed with taste and good technique. You can count on a fresh product as they sell out almost everyday.

  • 2/5 Jonny 8 months ago on Google
    This place is normally fantastic and I am a regular here. However my Ficelle this morning was made with rock hard stale bread, very disappointed. Would also love to see this place install a pie warmer instead of microwaving their pies.

  • 5/5 isobella m. 9 months ago on Google
    The food was so delicious, exactly what you'd expect French bakery goods to taste like. 12pm and the little Cafe was bustling, so a popular place for the locals it would seem! Highly recommend popping in for a tasty treat, you won't regret it!

  • 5/5 chivone m. 1 year ago on Google
    First time yesterday and I'm just blown away sandwiches were so good The almond crossiant is delish its all so good Coffee is better then the cafes around the area Customer service of the ladies were lovely and all smiles 😃 I definitely recommend people 👌 to go here

  • 5/5 neenu b. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place. The staff are so friendly and welcoming no matter how busy they are. The food is simple and see delicious.

  • 5/5 Magda L. 1 year ago on Google
    My favorite cafe in Auckland 😍 Delicious food and friendly staff Highly recommended 👌 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew T. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place, amazing food and very good coffee too. Great place to grab breakfast when in Takapuna.

  • 5/5 Emma N. 1 year ago on Google
    My favorite French place in all of Auckland! I studied in France so when ever I miss it, I buy one of their baguettes and am never disappointed.

  • 3/5 Matthew H. 6 years ago on Google
    Food was great, tables need ri be cleaned more regularly and I had to remind them about a coffee we were waiting for

  • 5/5 John P. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice team and the food is perfect!

  • 5/5 Charlotte A. 2 years ago on Google
    Great coffee, amazing patisserie. Love the pies. Love the bread. Great for eating in with superb range to choose from.

  • 4/5 Barbara J. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful, mouth watering fresh traditional French food beautifully presented in large spotlessly clean cabinets. Awsome coffee and friendly staff. In this covid climate this small cafe gets full quickly, unable to keep safe social distance when busy.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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