Now serving Seattle

Taste the Art of
Handcrafted Baking

From sourdough loaves baked at dawn to curated grocery selections, Pettit Bistro brings Seattle a bakery experience rooted in tradition and crafted with intention.

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15+
Years Baking
100%
Fresh Daily
50+
Artisan Products
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Fresh pastries on display
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Our Story

Baked with Purpose,
Served with Heart

Pettit Bistro was founded on a simple belief: that exceptional food begins with exceptional ingredients and unhurried craft. Located on University Street in Seattle, we've become a neighborhood staple for bread that rises slowly, pastries that flake perfectly, and a grocery selection that celebrates the Pacific Northwest.

Every loaf, every croissant, every jar on our shelves carries the mark of careful attention. We source from local farms, mill our own flour blends, and bake in small batches throughout the day so you always receive food at its peak.

Local Sourcing

Farm-fresh ingredients from Washington state

Baked Daily

Small batches throughout the day

What We Offer

From Our Oven to Your Table

Whether you're looking for a morning croissant, a loaf for dinner, or specialty ingredients for your kitchen, Pettit Bistro has something crafted just for you.

Artisan bread selection

Artisan Breads

Sourdough, ciabatta, baguettes, and specialty loaves made with naturally leavened starters and stone-ground flours. Baked fresh every morning.

Fresh pastries

Pastries & Sweets

Flaky croissants, buttery danishes, seasonal fruit tarts, and chocolate Ă©clairs. Each piece is hand-folded and baked to golden perfection.

Curated grocery items

Curated Grocery

A thoughtfully selected collection of local olive oils, artisan cheeses, specialty coffees, and pantry essentials from Pacific Northwest producers.

Specialty coffee service

Specialty Coffee

Single-origin espresso, pour-overs, and seasonal lattes paired with our fresh pastries. Perfectly roasted by local Seattle roasters.

Custom catering arrangements

Custom Catering

From office meetings to celebrations, we create bespoke food spreads featuring our signature baked goods and curated selections.

Seasonal special items

Seasonal Specials

Limited editions that celebrate the seasons—pumpkin spice loaves in fall, berry tarts in summer, and holiday stollen through December.

Our Craft

Patience Is Our
Most Important Ingredient

We don't rush fermentation. We don't cut corners on butter quality. Every loaf goes through a long, slow rise that develops flavor no shortcut can replicate. That's the Pettit standard.

01

Source Thoughtfully

We partner with regional millers and farms to select ingredients that elevate every recipe.

02

Bake in Batches

Small-batch production means we bake throughout the day, not just once in the morning.

03

Serve at Peak

Our goal is simple: every product you take home is at the exact moment it tastes its best.

Baker crafting bread by hand
Quality Guaranteed

Every item is tasted and approved before it reaches our display case.

Visit Us

Find Us in the Heart of Seattle

We're located on University Street, easy to find and close to transit. Stop by for a fresh loaf, a coffee break, or a complete grocery run.

Address

411 University St
Seattle, WA 98101

Hours

Monday – Friday: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Phone

(171) 394-2330

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Get in Touch

We'd Love to Hear from You

Have a question about catering, wholesale, or our products? Send us a message and we'll get back to you promptly.

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