Downtown Kirkland’s former Starbucks is trading in drip coffee for buttery layers and bubbly. Le Croissant Bar, a new bakery-cafe from owner Monica Kuchman, is set to open at 116 Lake Street, promising made-to-order croissants, desserts and coffee by day, then a late-night dessert and champagne scene on weekends.
The concept is designed to pull double duty, serving as a grab-and-go morning stop for commuters and a dessert bar for night owls who would rather end the evening with a flaky pastry and a glass of something sparkling than another round at the bar.
As reported by What Now, business filings show Le Croissant Bar will occupy the former Starbucks space at 116 Lake Street. The outlet also notes the shop is owned by Monica Kuchman and that an official opening date has not yet been announced.
Menu and pairings
The Le Croissant Bar website details a pastry lineup that leans hard into both comfort and flair. Croissant flavors include classic almond, strawberry vanilla, peach cream cheese and blueberry lemon curd. Desserts on deck range from tiramisu affogato to mango pineapple cheesecake and banana pudding…