5 things you need to know about Sydney’s new Lune Croissanterie

The Melbourne stalwart is coming to Sydney later this year.

If you’re a lover of good pastries and freshly baked goods, chances are you’ve heard of Lune Croissanterie. Established in Melbourne in 2012 by founder/owner Kate Reid and her brother Cameron, alongside restaurateur Nathan Toleman, the bakery has become an icon of the city. Lune has since opened four more Lune’s: Fitzroy (2015) and Armadale (2022) in Melbourne, and South Brisbane (2021) and Brisbane CBD (2022) in Brisbane.

And it’s not hard to see why… think fresh, flaky croissants, indulgent pain au chocolat, decadent danishes and the inventive cruffin (croissant + muffin) – all baked to perfection. Drooling yet? Yeah, me too.

But don’t go booking your flights to Melbourne or Brisbane just yet. Lune is coming to Sydney.

Slated to open in October this year, Lune Criossanterie is bringing its beautiful baked goods to the rumbling tummies of Sydneysiders. But before you rush to join the inevitably long queue, here’s what you need to know.

Lune Croissanterie is coming to Sydney.

1. Lune will be located in Sydney’s latest precinct

In Rosebery, something exciting has been brewing for a while. And now, it’s ready for visitors. The heritage-listed Rosebery Engine Yards has been opened after an epic redevelopment under the watchful eye of global industrial property group Goodman. Now, the precinct is finally complete and sprawls across 1.9 hectares of the south Sydney suburb.

Rosebery Engine Yards is owned and developed by global brand, Goodman.

The creative hub has been opening in stages since, with premium retailers and exclusive brands across fashion, lifestyle and food welcoming guests into a range of stunning, revitalised warehouses. And yes – that includes Lune.

You’ll also be able to find brands like Oroton, Zimmerman, Bassike, Lofft House and Gelato Messina – among many others – at Rosebery Engine Yards. Come for the croissants, stay for the shopping spree.

The new precinct is made up of revitalised heritage-listed warehouses.

2. It will be Lune’s flagship store

Not only is Lune coming to Sydney, but it is also crowning the new venue as its flagship store. This means that the bakery at Rosebery Engine Yards will be the brand’s primary location.

So, what does this mean? Well, according to global job matching and hiring platform Indeed, retailers often reserve this title for the store that is most notable. It is also typically the largest store in a retailer’s chain.

This is furthered by the news that this won’t just be a hole-in-the-wall joint. Visitors to the bakery will have the option to dine-in. Either sit inside and bask in the smell of freshly baked goods or enjoy the sun outside while you sip on a coffee and indulge in your favourite pastry. Either way, it’s one of life’s simple pleasures.

Sit outside in the new precinct and enjoy your delicious baked goods.

3. Waiting in line won’t be a bore

Let’s be honest, the line out the door of Lune is going to be long come opening. And, with pastries this good, it’ll probably stay that way during peak times. But don’t let that deter you – the queue will be anything but boring.

Although not much has been revealed about this exciting element, there’s been talk of an interactive experience that will keep visitors entertained while they wait. To the disappointment of all parents, you may be able to play with your food before you eat it. Watch this space!

Queuing for a croissant has never been more worth it.

4. It won’t be the only Sydney location

If Rosebery is a little too far from home, fear not. Lune is not arriving in Sydney alone. In addition to the highly anticipated south Sydney location, there will be a second Lune bakery in the CBD.

Although an opening date is yet to be announced, you’ll soon be able to nab a croissant (or two… or three) at Metro Martin Place. Plans for the sister venue remain on track to be opened concurrently, hopefully before Christmas.

Plans to open a second Lune in Sydney are on track. (Image: Luke Burnett)

5. It may just be the best croissant in the world

I get it. By now, some of you may be wondering what all the fuss is about, or even if the news is a little overhyped. I’m here to assure you it’s not.

Don’t believe me? Just ask the world-renowned New York Times. In 2016, the American media company published a piece on Lune, aptly titled Is the world’s best croissant made in Australia?

The article sings the praises of Lune’s signature beurre croissant, calling it possibly “the finest you will find anywhere in the world.”

If that doesn’t sell you, I don’t know what will.

Sydneysiders don’t have to wait long for Lune. (Image: Luke Burnett)