Business Details
29 Years
experience
Fresh Bakery & Catering Services in Seattle
Founded in 1997, Le Fournil has been a cornerstone of Seattle's Eastlake neighborhood, bringing authentic French baking traditions to the Pacific Northwest. Our founder, Nicolas Par, began his baking journey at age 14 in Nantes, France, and has since honed his craft across six countries and three continents. We specialize in handcrafted breads, pastries, and gourmet catering services that reflect Nicolas' lifelong dedication to quality and affordability. Our daily-baked goods, including flaky croissants and artisanal baguettes, are made using time-honored techniques passed down through generations. As a family-owned business, we measure our success by the satisfaction of our customers who return daily for our fresh-baked offerings.Our catering division extends this French culinary tradition to corporate events and private gatherings throughout the Puget Sound region. Every item we produce is made to order, ensuring the highest standards of freshness and quality. Our Eastlake location features a working bakery where customers can watch our bakers create their daily masterpieces. We maintain strict adherence to traditional baking methods while incorporating modern innovations that enhance our product consistency. Our commitment to excellence has made us a trusted name in Seattle's culinary community for over 25 years.
Services
Catering Services
Boxed Lunches
Breakfast Catering
Lunch Catering
Dessert Catering
Beverage Service
Whole Cakes & Tarts
Cookies & Desserts
Croissants & Bread
Seasonal Specials
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of French baking tradition in Seattle
- Daily-baked goods made using traditional techniques
- Free delivery to Seattle with $60 minimum order
- Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available
- Owner-operated with direct oversight of quality control
What people say
Fresh-baked daily
Authentic French pastries
Reliable catering service
Welcoming cafe atmosphere
Excellent customer service
Services
Catering Services
Our catering services bring French culinary tradition to your corporate events and private gatherings. We offer customized menus featuring fresh-baked breads, pastries, and gourmet dishes. Our team ensures every event receives the same attention to quality and authenticity that defines our bakery.
Boxed Lunches
Choose from our Brown Boxed Lunch for casual meetings or the sophisticated Red Boxed Lunch for special occasions. Each box includes fresh-baked breads, premium ingredients, and seasonal accompaniments. Our boxed lunches combine convenience with the quality of our artisan bakery offerings.
Breakfast Catering
We provide breakfast catering featuring fresh-squeezed orange juice, Caf Umbria coffee, seasonal fruit salads, and an array of baked goods. Our breakfast platters include croissants, quiches, and specialty breads. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options ensure we accommodate all dietary preferences.
Lunch Catering
Our lunch catering options feature sandwich platters, gourmet salads, and French desserts. We offer customizable menus with 24-hour advance notice to ensure freshness. All lunch catering orders include our signature baked goods and premium ingredients prepared to order.
Dessert Catering
We provide dessert catering featuring our daily-baked pastries, cookies, and custom cakes. Our dessert platters showcase seasonal specialties and French classics. Each dessert order is prepared fresh with the same attention to traditional baking methods that define our bakery.
People
Nicolas Par
Owner
Nicolas Par opened Le Fournil in 1997 after a 25-year baking apprenticeship across six countries. He brings traditional French baking techniques to Seattle while maintaining affordability. His daily presence ensures quality control across all bakery operations.
Questions
What catering options are available?
We offer breakfast, lunch, and dessert catering with customizable menus featuring our fresh-baked goods and gourmet French specialties.
Do you deliver to Eastside locations?
Yes, we deliver to Eastside locations with a $100 minimum order and $20 delivery fee.
Are dietary options available?
We provide vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options across all our catering services and bakery offerings.
What are your cafe hours?
Our cafe is open Monday 7am-3pm, Tue-Fri 7am-4pm, Sat 8am-4pm, and Sun 8am-3pm.
How far in advance should I order?
We require 24-hour advance notice for all catering orders to ensure freshness and availability.
Can I watch the baking process?
Yes, our Eastlake location features a working bakery where you can observe our bakers at work.
