Patisserie · Cockerton, Darlington
Robineau Cafe \& Patisserie Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Robineau Cafe \& Patisserie: 39 items across 6 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to toasties & sandwiches.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Robineau Cafe \& Patisserie. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- Tarte aux fraisesV £6.40 Sweet pastry case with vanilla crème pâtissière and glazed fresh strawberries.
- FraisierVN £6.25 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
- Tarte au citronPopularV £5.50 Crisp pâte sucrée filled with sharp lemon curd and finished with torched meringue.
- OpéraVN £7.50 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- Saint-HonoréV £6.40 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- ReligieuseV £6.35 Stacked choux buns filled with coffee or chocolate cream, crowned with buttercream.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £2.05 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £5.90 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £11.50 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £2.85 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £6.35 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- FinancierVN £3.30 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
- FlorentinesVNGF £3.20 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £10.50 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
Viennoiserie
- Croissant aux pistachesVN £3.65 Croissant filled with pistachio cream and finished with chopped pistachios.
- Brioche feuilletéeV £4.10 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
- Kouign-amannV £3.90 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.95 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Chausson aux pommesV £3.90 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £43.00 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £36.00 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £34.00 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £32.00 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £95.00 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £42.50 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £38.00 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
Boissons
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.25 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Iced latteVGF £4.45 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Citron presséVVGGF £4.10 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.10 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £2.95 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £4.00 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
Toasties & Sandwiches
- Ham and cheese toastiePopular £7.05 Smoked ham and mature Cheddar pressed between buttered sourdough.
- Brie and cranberry toastieV £7.85 Creamy Brie and cranberry sauce with rocket on toasted sourdough.
- Tuna melt £7.90 Tuna mayonnaise and melted Cheddar toasted on farmhouse bread.
- Chicken pesto paniniN £7.80 Chicken, basil pesto and mozzarella in a grilled ciabatta panini.
- Three-cheese toastiePopularV £6.90 Cheddar, mozzarella and red Leicester melted in crisp bread with onion.
- Halloumi wrapV £8.70 Grilled halloumi with roasted peppers, hummus and salad leaves.
- Soup of the day with breadV £6.60 Freshly made soup served with a hunk of our crusty bread.
Ordering tips for Robineau Cafe \& Patisserie
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
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