Saint Honoré: A Taste of France Among the Streets of Casco Antiguo
Among the historic facades of San Felipe, the aroma of butter and freshly brewed coffee leads you to Saint Honoré, a French café and pastry shop located on Avenida Rodolfo Chiari in Casco Antiguo. Its concept combines traditional French pastry techniques with ingredients and flavors that have found their own place in Panama.
The pastry shop’s name is inspired by Saint Honoratus, considered the patron saint of bakers and pastry chefs in France. The brand seeks to preserve its connection to French tradition while adapting its recipes to the local climate, ingredients, and tastes, incorporating a Caribbean touch as well.
Croissants, Coffee, and Pastries to Discover
The pastry display is one of the main attractions. Among its specialties, you can find the almond croissant, filled with almond cream and finished with powdered sugar; macarons; sweet and savory crêpes; and the signature Saint Honoré tart, made with a puff pastry base and small cream-filled choux pastries. The menu also includes options such as Eggs Benedict, sandwiches, and different breakfast dishes to enjoy throughout the day.
The café is small and welcoming, with tables where you can take a break while exploring the neighborhood. Recent visitors have particularly highlighted the atmosphere, breakfast dishes, cappuccinos, and almond croissants.
For visitors exploring Casco Antiguo, Saint Honoré offers a little culinary escape: sit down with a coffee, try a classic French pastry, and enjoy it surrounded by the history of San Felipe.
