Boulangerie Manobaké — Specialty Store in Charonne, Paris

Boulangerie Manobaké on Rue de Charonne is known for its divine apple and rhubarb turnover, often praised for its caramelization and ideal warmth.

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Your Stop for Parisian Pastries

Boulangerie Manobaké, a specialty shop on Rue de Charonne, offers high quality baked goods, including the divine apple and rhubarb turnover. Visitors can also find extensive sweet and savory selections, including a notably soft and flavorful cinnamon roll, making it a good stop for a quick treat or a substantial pastry.

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Verified November 2026 · 2 independent sources

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A Taste of Boulangerie Manobaké

Boulangerie Manobaké is a specialty shop located on Rue de Charonne in the Charonne neighborhood of Paris.

High quality baked goods are available here. The apple and rhubarb turnover is a standout, often described as divine with its caramelization and ideal warmth. Other sweet selections like the generously sized cinnamon roll, praised for its soft texture and pronounced flavor, and the carrot cake with its refreshing lime cream and thick frosting, are also popular choices.

Beyond sweets, the shop offers excellent savory options. The brioche has incredible quality, including orange blossom and brioche des rois varieties. Pain au chocolat, sometimes made with Valrhona chocolate or an almond flour base, is also recognized for its magnificent quality, as are the consistently excellent baguettes.

While the shop is celebrated for its offerings, product prices can be high. However, for those seeking specific, high-quality baked items, the selection often justifies the cost.

What to look for

Apple and Rhubarb Turnover

This turnover is divine, with caramelization and ideal warmth.

Cinnamon Roll

Praised for its generous size, soft texture, and pronounced cinnamon flavor.

Carrot Cake

Highlights include its balanced flavor, refreshing lime cream, and thick, delicious frosting.

The pick list

What to bring home

  1. Apple and rhubarb turnover

    The apple and rhubarb turnover is divine, with caramelization and ideal warmth.

  2. Cinnamon roll

    The cinnamon roll has a generous size, soft texture, and pronounced cinnamon flavor.

  3. Carrot cake

    A thick layer of frosting and a refreshing lime cream balance the cake without feeling heavy.

  4. Brioche

    The brioche has incredible quality, including orange blossom and brioche des rois varieties.

  5. Pain au chocolat

    These feature Valrhona chocolate, sometimes offering variations prepared with an almond flour base.

Who is this for

Travelers seeking a specific, high-quality French pastry will find Boulangerie Manobaké a rewarding stop. It is also well-suited for those looking to gather items for a picnic or a special treat to enjoy while exploring the Charonne neighborhood.

Marché D‘aligre on Rue d'Aligre offers an array of fresh produce stalls that bring the neighborhood to life each morning, for those planning to gather ingredients for a larger meal.

The verdict

While product prices are higher, Boulangerie Manobaké remains a compelling stop for its consistently high quality and extensive selection of baked goods.

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