Robineau Cafe and Patisserie, Darlington

Robineau – Patisserie, café & artisan bakery in Darlington

An authentic French and English patisserie where ingredients are carefully whisked, baked and lovingly hand decorated, covering everything from chocolates and artisan bakery to celebration cakes and savoury bakes. The café serves freshly cooked breakfasts, lunches and a much-loved afternoon tea, and there’s a nationwide next-day delivery service for anyone further afield.

The draw: the celebration cakes and gateaux (genuinely showstopping designs), the afternoon tea (available to take away too), and the sheer range of handmade patisserie on offer.

Hours: Wed-Fri 9:30am-4pm, Sat 9:30am-5pm, closed Sun-Tue

Vibe check: a proper destination patisserie rather than a quick coffee stop, great for a treat, a gift, or a celebration cake order.