Located at 5 Boulevard de Port‑Royal in Paris’s 13th arrondissement, Boulangerie Rainette is a discreet yet beloved neighborhood bakery. Since its opening around 2011, it has focused on traditional craftsmanship. The core of its offering is artisan bread made with Label Rouge / CRC flour from Moulins Foricher, natural sourdough, and careful baking technique — delivering a moist, open crumb and a thin crust, particularly evident in the “Tradition” baguette sold at just €1 for 250 g.

The selection is thoughtfully curated rather than exhaustive: whole wheat loaves, rye with dried fruits, spelt, chocolate or walnut bread… every variety tastes authentic. The pastries are also ethically produced: buttery croissants, chocolate pastries, elevated flans, and house-made cookies, all frequently praised for their flavor. Lunch options include gourmet sandwiches, quiches, savory cakes, salads — ideal for a quick yet satisfying break (~€7.90 combo).

Inside, the space is modest with a few countertop seats and no outdoor terrace. The staff is reserved but evidently passionate, happy to talk ingredients and production process . The clientele is diverse: local residents, students, hospital and university employees, or visitors enticed by an honest quality-to-price ratio.

A neat anecdote: “Rainette” means a small tree frog—quiet but flavorful—an apt metaphor for this unassuming yet outstanding bakery . Regulars consider it “one of the best bakeries in the area” despite its small footprint .

Practical info: open Tuesday to Friday 6:45–20:00, Saturday 8:00–13:30, closed Sunday and Monday (some ambiguity, but main sources agree on Sunday closure). Near Gobelins metro (line 5). Wheelchair-accessible, card payments accepted, pickup available online or in-store.