Tried the famous kouign-amann and the almond croissant -- both were delicious but the kouign-aman is what I'd come back for! Kouign-aman was flaky, buttery, moist but not gummy, and the outside was both crunchy and crispy with a heavenly toffee-like flavor from the caramelized sugar. It was also the perfect amount of sweetness for me since the only the outside was sweet -- I could've easily eaten the whole thing without feeling too gluttonous! ;) Almond croissant was a bit too sweet for my taste. There was plenty of the almond frangipane filling inside, but I wished it had a stronger almond extract flavor. I also wished they topped it with sliced almonds for that extra nuttiness and crunch. The croissant texture itself was amazing as expected though. This location was nice since it's near the channel in Mission Bay. The inside had plentiful standing-only counter tables, and outside had a few unshaded patio tables and chairs. There was no wait on a late Monday morning. I would definitely come back to try other pastries, but I have a feeling I will always go back to my first love, the kouign-amann. read more

Arsicault Bakery - Kouign-amann - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I just had their Kouign Amann and wishes it good! Now I'm inspired to try all of the other delicious things. A bit far for me but totally worth it. Definitely check them out ! read more

Super popular bakery spot that I could smell a block away! There was a line out the door but it moves at a good pace. I got the chocolate croissant and it is quite big. It's super super flaky, but not buttery, and the chocolate is decadent. read more

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Delicious bakery! We love walking alongside the waterfront to get to this bakery. One of our city favs! Get in line early. It's definitely worth the wait! read more

Hands down the best french pastries I've ever eaten. Period!! The line can seem intimidating, but it moves quite fast. It took about 15 minutes for me to get to the front on a Saturday at 10 AM. Staff are very quick and efficient to take your order which helps! I most recently had their blackberry hazelnut croissant, and I fell in love with the fruity and nutty flavors! Everything is so rich and buttery, and the lamination was just perfect. I've had their almond chocolate croissant as well, which was just as delicious. My boyfriend loves getting the kouign amann, which is also fantastic. It's balanced between crispy, buttery, and sweet! Usually the pastries are fresh and toasty when you get them too, which makes them that much better. read more

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Not sure if I would coin this as the "best" bakery in all of SF but the almond, blackberry, and chocolate almond croissants that I ordered this morning were pretty decent for the most part. They were massive and lowkey a bit too sweet and buttery for my taste but I think I can understand why people have a huge penchant for them. Outdoors seating and indoor space is decent for the most part but they're pretty busy so you may not be able to comfortably find a place if you are there during a rush hour. $6/croissant isn't too bad, would likely not come again but definitely a worth it "one time" kind of visit when you are in the area. read more

Arsicault Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

We've been meaning to come to Ariscault for a while, and it definitely lives up to the hype. Location is easy to find, but parking can be difficult. The surrounding area is quiet, with plenty of places to sit and enjoy pastries outdoors. We came at ~ 10 am on a Sunday. Line looks long (and down the street) but goes fast. We waited no longer than 15 min. We practically got 1 of everything (of our favorite pastries). All were warm, flakey, and fresh. Even having our leftovers ~ a few hours later, and still tastes delicious. Which to me, says a lot. Staff is prompt, but personable and kind. Would come back if I was in the area again, or make the day trip just to get these honestly - well worth the trip!! read more

Arsicault Bakery - Outside - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

First of all, parking is a B!tch as anywhere in the city not surprised but just a heads up. Make sure to have a driver and drop you off and pick you up quick lol. We were on a best pastry hunt and got there 30 minutes before they closed at 3pm. Disclosure, I'm normally not a chocolate chip cookie fan, but this was thin, crunchy and chocolatey magic that I wanted one for myself but it was the last one thank goodness I got it. I basically got whatever was left over which was the croissant w/ chocolate filling which was super crunchy, flaky, tasty and oh so buttery wow!!! The Butter french bread with ham and cheese was also amazing and the latte was great too. The quality was on point and definitely not cheap. The space vibe was busy, clean and fast. read more

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Not pictured: the morning bun. Holy smokes. This review and these 5 stars are solely being credited to the fricken morning bun. I can't believe I worked on the opposite side of this building for 8 months and I never stepped foot into this business. It was a packed Saturday morning but the line went by quickly. Service was efficient and the workers were nice. Smells of BUTTERY GOODNESS. One bite into the morning bun and I immediately regretted not getting a whole dozen. I will dream of this morning bun until I get another. I also got an apple turnover which was good too but not as heavenly as the morning bun was. Will be back very soon.... read more

Arsicault Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love Arsicault and had a massive craving for their croissants. During the holiday break, I decided to make a trip to the city for some croissants. I've never been to this location, but decided to check it out. Parking is definitely hard to find in the area, but I was able to find one a few blocks away. I arrived around 10 AM and the line wasn't too bad. I decided to get my go-to's: regular croissant, almond croissant, chocolate almond croissant. I saw that this location had the blackberry almond croissant, so I got that as well. This was actually pretty good and it wasn't that sweet. Like the Arguello location, the croissants were delicious and well worth the drive and wait. read more

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I'm a bit baffled as to the rage with this place. It is supposed to be THE BEST place for pastries through many tik tok and reels videos. The place was good but was it "mind blowing?" I'm torn. We got the following pastries: -Ham and cheese croissant $6.75 - delicious but could have used more ham and cheese filling 4/5 Chocolate Almond croissant $6.75 - tasty but I would have liked the chocolate and almond filling together but it seemed like there were pools of it in the pastry -4/5 Kougin Amann - $5.50 - one of my favorites 4.5/5 There was a line but it was only a 5 min wait at around 10:15 am. There wasn't too much seating but we found a couple of stumps outside. Did I miss something here or was it too much hype?!? read more

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Delicious! If you order 12 or more items, you can call ahead to pre-order which is a nice option. That said, this location wasn't super busy on a Sunday morning so you may be able to walk in without much of a wait. It was raining when I went though so perhaps less of a crowd. We tried four types of croissants and they are HUGE! The plain croissant was very buttery and flaky, and a great way to appreciate the texture and classic flavor. I really enjoyed the almond croissant, though it was a bit on the sweet side. The chocolate almond croissant was also good. The chocolate croissant could have used a little more chocolate, but I appreciated that it was not overly sweet. Overall, excellent croissants in the city! Would love to come back and try more of their pastries. read more

Arsicault Bakery - left to right: almond croissant, almond chocolate croissant, chocolate croissant, regular croissant - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Parking: This location is definitely hard to park. Some people parked close to the shop but had 1person waiting in the car while other person went to get the baked goods. There are signs for no parking and towing. Just heads up. Its probably fine if you have another person with you. Got here around 9am on a weekend and there's a line but moves fairly quickly. I got almond croissant, chocolate, ham and cheese, savory scone, apple turnover, and mushroom and onion Quiche. Havent had their apple turnover and that was really good as well. I would probably skip the mushroom and onion Quiche next time because it was too buttery for me and I prefer sweet than savory anyway so. You really cant go wrong with any of their pastries. Will try few others next time that I haven't try before. read more

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Arsicault Bakery is a must-have every time we come to San Francisco. We always buy a bag full of pastries for the road. The lines move fairly fast, so not much of a wait time. Like most of have shared/reviewed -- this place has the most buttery, flaky croissants. Definitely #1 place for croisants. Wow. I always order their almond chocolate croissant and kouign amann. My wife loves their scones. I always dislike the lack of parking.. read more

Arsicault Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I have always been a fan of good croissants. After getting constant recommendations from a bunch of trusted friends, I decided to give this bakery a shot. I was there at 8:30am on a Saturday morning. There was line but it moved pretty quickly. I got the chocolate croissant. They didn't have a lot of indoor seating, however, there is plenty of outdoor seating around the block with good views too! The croissant itself is huge. Probably enough for two people. The croissant was perfectly baked with all the flaky layers. The inside was moist and the chocolate was yummy! It was a nice surprise overall. The croissant itself isn't overly eggy and I love it that way. I'm planning to try the almond chocolate croissant next time. I observed a bunch of people get the same and they had good feedback. Overall, if you are in the area, you have to check out this place! read more

Arsicault Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Omg I love pastries and this place hits the spot. They have the best croissants, they have plain, almond, chocolate, ham and cheese. Service is excellent. Staff is super helpful. There was a line but it moved quickly. The prices are decent for the city and quality is amazing. The place is mostly a store front so you can sit outside but here isn't much space to sit and eat inside. The park is close by so you can grab and eat in the lawn area. If you are in the city this is a must try. read more

Arsicault Bakery - Plain croissant - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Crunchiest croissant I've ever chomped. Love the savory ham and cheese one, I don't understand the physics of having such a rich buttery bread that is so light and airy at the same time??? It gets busy in here so plan your time wisely. Nice service and classic ambiance as well. read more

Arsicault Bakery - Ham and cheese croissant - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Arsicault is an amazing addition to mission bay. The lines are long on weekend mornings, but it moves quickly. If you go during the day on weekdays you can usually head right to the counter for delicious treats. The savory scone is a fan favorite for my husband and I. The croissants are their classic though. read more

Came on a Saturday morning and line was quite long, but moves quickly. They have a solid croissant that is very buttery and flaky. I wished it could be served warm. Ordered the Mediterranean baguette with Comte cheese. Solid sandwich but not sure if it's worth $18. Few standing tables on the inside and some tables and benches outside. read more

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This low review is really more for the kid making sandwiches on Sunday June 7th. Don't know why it took so long to make the Parisian I ordered and I noticed the two guys who were behind me in line got their sandwiches before me. It should be first come first serve. And when me and another lady went to check in on why our sandwiches were taking so long he kind of just ignored us. Unacceptable! read more

Happened upon this cute spot while trying to kill some time. Pastries looked delicious and the coffee was no frills, but equally fantastic. Don't expect super fancy concoctions as their only flavor is vanilla. That being said, my latte was so good! Just a bit expensive for the size of the drink. Clearly I was so excited to try this pastry because I took a bite before the photo! Seating is super limited to a few tables outside. Inside is pretty much standing only. read more

Bring Arsicault to your next hang out! The $6.75 blackberry almond hazelnut croissant was incredible moist inside and flaky on the outside. They incorporated a lot of blackberry throughout the pastry. The $6.75 ham and cheese croissant is addictive once you heat it up in a toasted oven. I intended to only take a bite of my boyfriend's piece but ended up eating more than half of it. The $6 almond croissant is exactly what it says it is. read more

Arsicault Bakery - Almond croissant, ham and cheese croissant, blackberry almond hazelnut croissant, orange cardamom monkey bread - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

we ordered the ham + cheese croissant - 8/10 I was lowk expecting jam in it bc no jam, the cheese and croissant was fire tho the vegetarian croissant (pictured) was a 10/10 imo - never seen anything like it hella long line out the door in the am, I posted up at tue blue bottle for a couple hours then the line was chill around 1 pm read more

Arsicault Bakery - vegetarian croissant - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

As I was on my way home, I remembered that the 3rd location of this famed SF bakery opened so decided to pop in. There was a short line but it moved quickly. Even though they're know for their croissants and kouign amman (which is AMAZING), the bostock caught my eye. It's a lesser known French pastry that's also not as common. A fancier (and much tastier) version of French toast, it usually has a filling and is topped with crunchy almond frangipane. Blackberry Bostock ($6.25): +Textural party with the crunchy cookie-like almond frangipane and brioche and soft interior +Filled with a blackberry jam that wasn't too sweet -Unfortunately, the edges tasted burnt (you can see how dark it is in my picture). I'm not sure if staff were aware, but it's a disservice to the customer to sell burnt baked goods. *If this wasn't burnt, it would have been a 5 star pastry. Other items I've tried during previous visits (all locations): +Kouign Amann -Blackberry Almond Hazelnut Croissant -Morning Bun Side notes: 1.) Limited indoor and outdoor seating, but there are a couple of parks nearby which have seating. 2.) Restroom available for customers. *Verdict: 2.5 stars rounded up to 3 d/t service. The lady who was grabbing the pastries was so bubbly, knowledgeable, and patient to every customer. Having been to both the Civic Center and Inner Richmond bakeries, I think this ranks 1st in terms of location but last in terms of quality. read more

Arsicault Bakery - Blackberry Bostock w/burnt edges - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

TLDR: These baked goods are always worth the line, and the lines have gotten more manageable as Arsicault has opened more locations (3 now, soon to be 4). Expect French classics, all of which use an indulgent amount of butter to create flakey pastries that shatter in your mouth when eaten fresh. My go-tos are the Ham and Cheese Croissant and any of their almond croissants, but I'll need to start adding their quiche to my rotation. ------ FOOD: 1. [MUST TRY] MUSHROOM QUICHE (5/5) I genuinely think this was the best quiche I've ever had. The egg is so soft and melty, almost like a delicate custard that melts in your mouth. The mushrooms, leeks, and caramelized onions add so much richness to the filling. The crust was outstanding -- both the sides and the bottom had just enough crust to add flavor without overpowering the filling, and of course, plenty of butter must have been used to achieve the flakiness. 2. [MUST TRY] BLACKBERRY ALMOND HAZELNUT (5/5) Blackberry flavor -- check. Almond flavor -- check. Hazelnut -- eh, I didn't really taste it, but that's ok because this croissant didn't need it. It was the same flakey goodness as you'd expect from any of their pastries, and this was decadent enough as it was. 3. [MUST TRY] HAM AND CHEESE CROISSANT (5/5) This is the best ham and cheese croissant in the city. I didn't think I'd like it so much because I'm definitely more of a sweet croissant vs. savory croissant person, but I think this is a must-order every time I come to Arsicault. 4. PLAIN CROISSANT (4.5/5) Basically perfect. Only because I absolutely love texture, I wish this was baked just a short while longer so the exterior can get even crispier. But that's just personal preference! 5. KOUIGN AMANN (4/5) Of course this was delicious but I think they can hold back a bit on the sugar coating on the exterior, which can get a bit sticky and cling to your teeth. I think B. Patisserie in SF has truly perfected the art of the kouign amann so it's hard not to compare to that! ------ The Mission Bay location is large with a fantastic selection. There will almost definitely still be a line out the door, but given it's right next to the water, it's not a bad place to wait for 5 - 15 minutes. There are only a few tables right outside of this location, but there are plenty of seating options within this general area because the neighborhood has done a great job of adding communal seating areas throughout the block. Within a 1-2 minute walk you'll surely find a bench or set of chairs on which to enjoy your pastries. Staff were friendly but definitely juggling a lot going on at once. Be patient with the process and enjoy! read more

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The best Koihgn Amman!!! I recommend going here just for that. Crispy flaky buttery and creamy sweet texture inside!

Arsicault Bakery- one of my favorite French bakeries in the city! For years, I had gone to the original location at Arguello St. BEST almond chocolate croissant! It was so crispy, buttery, and not overly sweet! Very well-balanced! This was our first time trying this location at Mission Rock. As expected, the line was as long as the original bakery. However, the line still moved quickly because they had so many staffs. It could be chaotic if it was your first time here and did not know what you wanted to order because it felt very rushed. My husband wrote down a list of pastries we wanted to get so he would not miss any amidst the chaos. It was also very loud because there were so many customers! What was different about this location was that they only sold the blackberry croissant here. We specially came to this location just to get that for our young toddlers since they loved it! Our other favorite was the ham and cheese... so savory, crispy, buttery, and delicious! The extra bonus about getting pastries here in Mission Bay Area was being near the Giant's stadium. There were lots of picnic area with outdoor seating where you could sit, watch the bay and ships pass by, and really enjoy the sun! read more

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Arsicault is hands down my favorite croissant bakery! It's always a treat whenever I make it to one of their locations. I'm so happy they opened this 3rd location closer to me! I don't have to go all the way to the richmond for one. Although, parking can be a bit tough in mission bay, so I'd recommend taking public transportation here. I was lucky enough to find metered parking on the street. I saw a large parking lot across from the bakery, but I think they charge event parking prices. I came here at 1pm on a Wednesday and there was no line. However, almost everything was sold out except for a chocolate croissant, plain croissants, cranberry coconut scones and chocolate cookies. I was so lucky to get the LAST chocolate croissant because that's my favorite! If you want a wider selection, I highly recommend coming early in the morning. I definitely want to try their kouign amman, as I've heard great things about it! They also have a hand washing and water station at this location, so it's very convenient if you want to eat here. Don't forget to take a walk along the water if you're ever in this area! read more

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My favorite is the savory bacon scone and also a cranberry coconut scone as well! They make delicious almond croissants and of course they're famous for their Kouign Amann! read more

Arsicault Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I GET THE HYPE! I went for a run and treated myself to Arsicault on a Sunday morning around 9 am. The line was just at the door and not as crazy as I was expecting. This location is beautiful by the water. Clean and spacious. The iced vanilla latte with oat milk was delicious and hit the spot after a run. The chocolate chip cookie was good and enjoyed the sea salt on it, but the star of the show were their croissants. It was huge and FLAVORFUL. I love a good almond croissant. It had the right amount of sweetness and filling. The blackberry almond croissant was even better! I dont even regularly like blackberry like that but it added so much flavor. It was soo crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside. Also they were decently priced. I went to Parachute the weekend before and thought they were very overpriced there so glad to see that the pastries are priced decently here. I would def go back again just for the croissants and will def be thinking about it. read more

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Always a pleasure coming to Arsicault. I got the almond chocolate croissant and it was very good. The smell is absolutely decadent. When you hold it, the croissant is super heavy. The outside is flaky and just melts in your mouth (also makes quite a bit of a mess). The line was long, however, it moved really fast so wasn't a big deal. The staff was kind and patient despite having several people to help out. read more

Blackberry almond croissant is hands down the best version of the classic almond croissant. The blend of savory and sweet in a crispy, flaky shell is unbeatable. The Chocolate almond croissant is a close second. A must try for the pastry lover. They also bake fresh loaves of sourdough and baguettes. Location is 10 min walk across the bridge from oracle park in a business district. We walked over around 8a and the line was 25ppl but it moves quickly. Everything is baked fresh and served warm. They even have gift cards available at the register. read more

Arsicault Bakery - Chocolate almond croissant, blackberry almond croissant , apple turnover, apricot bostock - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got the blackberry almond croissant and it was hefty! They really filled the croissant and it was super delicious. The best kind of croissant is a mess and this one sure was. I also got an original croissant and the layers are insane. Love their pastries! read more

Arsicault Bakery - Blackberry almond croissant - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

The BEST croissants / pastries! So happy that they have multiple locations now open in SF! I hope they continue to open more locations! Came here on a Sunday around 11am and the line was already pretty long, but it moves pretty quickly and it's definitely worth the wait! ~the food~ * Kouign Amann ($5.50): This was honestly life-changing; SO GOOD, it's so buttery, fluffy on the inside and crisp and sweet on the outside! This is a must-try! very buttery + sweet, so good to share! * Ham & Cheese Croissant ($6.75): Again, the croissant dough that use here is amazing; it is SO flakey and so buttery, light, and airy! They're also very generous with the ham + cheese on the inside; I love a good savory croissant and this one is perfect! * Chocolate Chip Cookie ($4.50): the best chocolate chip cookie I've ever had! It's on the thin and chewy side of cookie, so if you like the thicker cookies like levain's, this might not be your favorite, but this cookie has the most perfect balance of saltiness + sweetness. They definitely use good quality chocolate chunks (not chips) and the cookie is baked to perfection ~overall~ I do really like this location as there's a good number of tables + seating options outside the bakery! Very casual spot, perfect location to grab a pastry + coffee and chat! again, the lines will be long, but it goes quickly and definitely worth the wait! Pricing is very reasonable in my opinion bc of the pure quality of the goods! Highly recommend trying arsicault if you haven't already! Definitely worth the hype! read more

Arsicault Bakery - Kouign Amann ($5.50) - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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There are now 3 Arsicault locations in San Francisco and this may be the best one! Located in Mission Rock near Mission Bay Park, this spot is located near Oracle Stadium within a mix of the newly constructed apartments they've put up. While this one has a long line, it's not nearly as long as the OG spot and it doesn't require you to walk through the Tenderloin like the other one. My favorite item on the menu is the chocolate almond croissant. I have never had anything like it. Their croissants are so rich and delicious, but the chocolate almond is the best. I like that rather than using nuts or slivers, the almond is a paste. It is so so good that I've bought multiple just to be able to freeze and take home for later. Besides their croissants, they also have some other items including cookies, bostocks and galettes. My favorite thing to get besides the croissant is the quiche! Their quiche is baked perfectly and has a creamy interior. The bacon one is perfect! There is a reason Arsicault has such a cult following. It truly is the best croissant I've ever had! read more

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I can't get enough of Arsicault, and neither can anyone I introduce Arsicault to! After Arsicault just once, my parents had to go back. Every. single. day. And I don't blame them. This place has virtually no wait, the pastries are exceptionally flaky, and the variety of flavors are all top notch. Pretty sure I've had most of the possible flavors -- if not all of them. * Blueberry Hazelnut Almond, Almond: These are among my favorites. The almond paste is a bit too sweet, so I like to get a plain croissant alongside any of these. The blueberry variant is my absolute favorite. Such a delicious mixture of fruits and nuts. Gah. So good. * Plain: You can't go wrong with the "vanilla" flavor at Arsicault. I always get this to remind myself how amazing their croissants are, even without any of the sugar. Just the butter. Just all the fat. Yummy yummy butter. * Chocolate, Chocolate Almond: Not *too sweet, and a funny looking pillow shape instead of the typical croissant shape. Equally flaky and delicious. * Ham and cheese: I gotta say, this is my least favorite. (sorry) But if I must, I will eat this if it's all that's left. Anything for a croissant -- even if it's ham and cheese! Starting a block away, you'll start to smell the Arsicault pastries. Once you walk in, you'll see the massive ovens in the bake, the trays and trays of pastries, and very friendly staff members! I went back probably 3x in a single day, once. The staff instantly recognized me (oops). Can't wait for the next time already! read more

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Line moves fast! got the hot chocolate croissant out the oven, great when the chocolate is warm and melty. Smelled so buttery good in the bag Line moves fast! Due to the simple menu read more

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SO GOOD!! The plain butter croissant was one of the fluffiest croissants I've ever had! I loved how buttery it was on the inside and how well it maintained its shape even after biting into it. The chocolate almond croissant was also so good. It was definitely sweeter than the butter croissant (as expected) but not too sweet. The chocolate inside was rich and creamy, the almond filling was almost like marzipan, and the croissant itself was very good, just not as voluminous as the butter croissant (also as expected since it's filled). I totally get the hype around this place!! They were out of chocolate chip cookies when I went around 1pm on a Tuesday, so I'll definitely have to come back for that. The area inside was nice to do some light work, and the location overall is great if you're near Oracle Park or UCSF. Dreaming about their butter croissant right now!!! read more

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I was waiting for Arsicault to open in our neighborhood from the time they first time announced it and now can't help treating myself with their pastries regularly! Love their Blackberry hazelnut croissant is my all time favorite but I loved kouign amanns and bostocksas well. The staff is always friendly and efficient and there's no better place to enjoy all the goodie's than Mission Rock park read more

Arsicault Bakery - Inside the shop - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Extremely flaky pastries, sweetness is just the right level and they carry a large variety. Liked the sweet and buttery pastries over the savoury ones but the quality of the pastry stood out consistently. Highly recommend if you're in SF - find a branch near you. read more

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