What to Expect at Cannelle Patisserie
Cannelle Patisserie is a beloved French bakery in Jackson Heights, Queens, tucked into an unassuming strip mall on 31st Avenue (the postal address reads East Elmhurst). Chef partners Jean-Claude Perennou and Sabaratnam Gnanasampanthan met working at the Waldorf Astoria and now turn out croissants, tarts, macarons, and custom cakes.
It’s a bakery and counter-service pastry shop, not a bar or sit-down restaurant, so there’s no happy hour. Regulars come for Parisian-quality viennoiserie and celebration cakes at prices that undercut Manhattan by a wide margin.
What to Expect
Cannelle does not run a happy hour or drink specials. The draw is the pastry case: buttery croissants, Saint-Honoré, strawberry shortcake, tarts, and macarons, all made fresh daily on site, plus coffee to go.
The Room
A compact, no-frills bakery counter with a glass pastry case and limited seating, geared toward grab-and-go croissants, coffee, and cake pickups rather than lingering.
Who Cannelle Patisserie Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Morning coffee and croissant | The case is stocked early with fresh viennoiserie and pastries for a quick breakfast. |
| Custom celebration cakes | Cannelle is a go-to in Queens for wedding and birthday cakes; book a cake appointment ahead. |
| Weekend pastry run | A worthwhile detour for macarons, tarts, and éclairs at neighborhood prices. |
| Afternoon sweet treat | Grab a Saint-Honoré or strawberry shortcake to take home. |
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Cannelle Patisserie FAQ
Does Cannelle Patisserie have a happy hour?
No. Cannelle is a French bakery and pastry counter, not a bar, so there’s no happy hour or drink special.
Where is Cannelle Patisserie located?
At 75-59 31st Avenue in Jackson Heights, Queens (the postal address is East Elmhurst, NY 11370). There’s a second location in Long Island City.
What are Cannelle’s hours?
Monday–Friday 6:30am–8pm, Saturday 7am–8pm, and Sunday 7am–4pm.
What is Cannelle known for?
Classic French pastries made by former Waldorf Astoria pastry chefs, including croissants, macarons, tarts, and custom cakes at neighborhood prices.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Cannelle Patisserie before visiting for a specific deal.