Patisserie · Putney, London
Gaya’s Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Gaya’s: 36 items across 5 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to boissons.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Gaya’s. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- Tarte au citronPopularV £5.45 Crisp pâte sucrée filled with sharp lemon curd and finished with torched meringue.
- Éclair au chocolatPopularV £5.20 Choux finger filled with rich chocolate crème pâtissière and glossy fondant.
- FraisierVN £5.75 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
- Tarte aux fraisesV £6.35 Sweet pastry case with vanilla crème pâtissière and glazed fresh strawberries.
- ReligieuseV £5.70 Stacked choux buns filled with coffee or chocolate cream, crowned with buttercream.
- Saint-HonoréV £7.65 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- Tarte Tatin sliceV £6.40 Caramelised upside-down apple tart on buttery puff pastry, served with crème fraîche.
- OpéraVN £7.05 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £2.65 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £13.50 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
- FinancierVN £3.30 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
- FlorentinesVNGF £2.95 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.70 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £7.05 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £6.90 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
Viennoiserie
- Kouign-amannV £3.70 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £3.45 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Brioche feuilletéeV £4.30 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.25 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Croissant aux pistachesVN £3.75 Croissant filled with pistachio cream and finished with chopped pistachios.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.80 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £4.05 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Chausson aux pommesV £3.80 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Galette des rois (January)VN £29.50 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £33.50 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £33.00 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £34.50 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £36.00 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £157.50 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £32.00 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
Boissons
- Citron presséVVGGF £4.20 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.55 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £3.00 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Iced latteVGF £3.90 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.05 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.20 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
Ordering tips for Gaya’s
- 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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