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    Arsicault

    4.6 (849 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    hazelnut blackberry
    Celeste W.

    really good pastries! fun flavors and really fresh, deep buttery flavor. standouts were the hazelnut blackberry croissant, which was really delicious and crispy. the hazelnut is honestly pretty hard to taste within the croissant, but i tend to like twice baked pastries more due to their drier texture. the galette was pretty standard, kind of like a flatbread or any type of farmers pizza. the apple turnover was pretty disappointing. the puff pastry was flaccid and moist, without much crisp or flake, and the apple inside was not that fresh or unique. would go again, but not the best

    Plain, Blackberry, Ham & Cheese, Almond, and Chocolate Croissants
    Jenny T.

    Probably the best croissants I've ever had. I was in town for the weekend and our friends wanted to show us this place. When we arrived a little bit before noon, there was a long line outside, past the front gates, but it moved pretty quickly. We got the Plain, Blackberry, Ham & Cheese, Almond, and Chocolate Croissants. I also got a hot Sencha Green Tea to wash them down. All of them were amazing. Although, since I'm a more savory person I liked the ham and cheese the best out of all of them. The blackberry was also amazing. The chocolate is a honorable mention because I've never had a chocolate croissant with so much chocolate inside. A lot of people take their orders to go but there are a few tables inside and outside. We were lucky that a group left right when we started looking for a spot so we snagged it right up. It was pretty crowded inside and the tables are a bit cramped. Literally everything that they had on display looked really good but my stomach is only so big. The only reason I was able try all those flavors was because we split each one between 5 people. By the time I tried all of the flavors that we ordered, I was full. The next time I'm up in SF again I'll definitely be making this a stop multiple times throughout my visit and maybe take some back home.

    The anticipation
    Robert M.

    My gold standard for great pastries; "but are they as good as Ariscault?" The kouign amann is an experience. Somehow, the line and the anticipation are part of the process.

    Primary source
    Glen N.

    They're so flaky. But in a good way. Winner of Bon Appétit magazine's Best New Bakery in America (2016), this is still the gold standard a decade later. The devil on my shoulder wants to dismiss them as "donuts for girls", but the angel points out that the butter-heavy lamination means the items shatter in paper-thin golden flakes even though the insides are tender and airy. The almond croissant and a chocolate almond croissant were great. The must try is the Kouign Amann because it's sweeter and the caramelized sugar makes it chewy and flaky. The ham and cheese is the perfect breakfast sandwich that doesn't have a Mc in it. The coffee (they partner with local roasters Flywheel Coffee Roasters) was better than average. This location isn't as pretty as it could be. Scuff marks, underused space, dinginess, but having a working, clean bathroom, replenished inventory, and great service makes up for it.

    Jocelyn G.

    My wife and I stumbled across this spot while walking to the Bart. It looked very lively, so we stopped in. Food not know what to expect. However, we soon learned. All pastries are freshly made back to back. They have a full assortment of every kind to choose from. We decided on a Morning Bun and a plain croissant. They were both soft and yummy. The croissant was very flaky and moist. The bun tasted similar to a cinnamon bun... but even better. My wife had a Vanilla latte and I had a Chai tea with a few accommodations. Thank you to the barista that made our drinks. She is pictured in my pics. She is the one I took a pic with (I had her name. Unfortunately, I misplaced what he name was written on). Iwas especially surprised with my chai tea because it was made perfectly tasty. Thank you girl!!!

    Terry K.

    Where do all the Gen Z's go? Oh, let me not forget the Millennials! Well, where do they go? They go to Arsicault for their baked goods, especially their croissants. Here is my story: The entrance is very unassuming. There are a few tables if you choose to sit and nibble on your croissants. Not the cheapest around but that lends to my theory of you get what you pay for! The size of the croissant is huge, it will feed two (at least!). Being it was my first visit to Arsicault, I felt trying their basic ordinary croissant would be appropriate, giving me the chance to taste the croissant on its own merit. The croissant as basic as it is, did NOT disappoint. The ratio of butter to flour was smart and precise. My next visit will be to taste their almond croissant... Go there or be square!

    Almond croissant
    Sharon S.

    I love that I'm walking distance from one of the best almond croissants in the Bay Area. The walk each way is about 12 minutes so it's perfect for that afternoon break to get some fresh air and sunshine. I remember the days when Arsicault only existed on Arguello and the line was hours long. I thoroughly enjoy that they have several locations now and I can get in and out of the store in less than five minutes. This location is much bigger than the original location and has seating inside and done tables outside too.

    Blackberry Almond Hazelnut Croissant ($6.75) my favorite go to
    Angela M.

    I fell in love with Arsicault the first time I was introduced. The assortment of baked goods including breads, quiche, croissants, cookies, loaves, kouigns, scone, vegetable galette and apple turnover. The coffee bar turns this bakery into a one stop shop with offerings of espressos, lattes, mocha, tea, cold brew and others. Sandwiches are also available, prepared cold. Within the UN Civic Center Plaza, it is a short walk from Civic Center Bart. Definitely worth a stop on your morning or afternoon commute to pop in, grab some bites then head back out or take a seat in the bakery and enjoy inside or out. The bakery is sectioned off by a gate, so it is kept clean and external to the traffic in the area. With their hours of 8a to 3p daily, it is a perfect breakfast, brunch, lunch, late snack spot. The service is always friendly with smiles and great service. The goods are constantly made throughout the day and replenished regularly. The turnover of the freshly prepared food is high as there is always a line, fast moving, shorter at certain times than others. Definitely worth a visit.

    almond croissant
    Vicky Y.

    I hit the almond croissant jackpot today! Usually, when I swing by the Dogpatch location in the afternoon, the almond croissants are completely sold out. If I'm lucky, I might snag a plain one, but it's usually a gamble. Today was a total win! I walked in at 2:30 PM and was so surprised to see around a dozen almond croissants just waiting there. As always, they were incredibly flaky, perfectly buttery, and absolutely delicious. 10/10, never disappoint

    Croissants
    Matthew W.

    If you haven't tried this iconic SF bakery, you're missing out. Arsicault has some of the best chocolate croissants I've ever had. They're buttery, rich, and hefty, full of crème. You can order them with almond, chocolate or blackberry, but I personally think you can't go wrong. They've also got kouignamann and cookies which are both pretty good as well. One downside to this location is that it's a bit dirty and it doesn't seem like the staff cleans much inside, although they themselves are fairly friendly.

    Blackberry hazelnut croissant
    Sarah T.

    The pastries here are worth the drive to SF from the South Bay. The kouign amann is always a great, and this time I ordered the blackberry hazelnut croissant as well and Omg. This croissant was the best one I've ever had. I also ordered a savory mushroom quiche and I got one bite. My kid devoured the rest. Definitely getting both of these items again when we're back in the area. The civic center location was fast. From around the gate to ordering took about a 15-20 min wait. So much better than other waits I've done.

    Entryway
    Genae W.

    I was pleased to find a short line upon my arrival, and I truly appreciated the friendly service provided by your staff. While the chocolate croissant I ordered was delicious, I noticed there were only two pastry options available at the time of my visit. I had heard so much about the bakery so this was very disappointing. I would have loved to see a wider variety of items to choose from during my visit. This is the reason I can only give three stars. Since the weather was pleasant, I thoroughly enjoyed eating on the front patio, which made for a lovely experience overall. Thank you for the great service, and I look forward to visiting again soon.

    Ham & cheese croissant
    Kimberly D.

    Don't be intimidated by the line it moves quickly. Pastries are served warm which is quiet amazing when you bite into the chocolate croissant into some warm chocolate not to sweet and pretty rich. Omg the crunchy outer shell yet soft center of the Kougin Amann was amazing. Definitely don't skip this one. Also enjoyed a Mediterranean sandwich which comes on a pretty large baguette (maybe half the size of a full one) and the aioli is perfect. The bread is so yummy I would definitely have this again for a savory bite. Ham and cheese is a keep, the flakiness is perfect, the warmth is amazing, the balance between cheese and ham is perfect. It's pretty crowded inside but is not difficult to get a seat once you've ordered. Coffee is delicious as well!

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    Ask the Community - Arsicault

    Do they have any pastries still?

    Yes they have .. like chocolate croissants

    Do you have any options that are vegetarian without eggs?

    Hi Miraj, Thank you for reaching out. Unfortunately all the vegetarian options include eggs.

    How is parking at this location?

    Limited street parking only in the area. If you're driving, I advise you to just drive to their other location.

    Is there a line at this location? The arguello location always has a line out the door spanning (45min wait).

    I went on a Saturday around 2-2:30 PM. There was no wait, but they had run out of many things by then. I was still able to purchase an almond croissant and an almond chocolate croissant though.

    Is this location closed during the shelter in place period?

    They have reopened this weekend!

    What are the hours especially on weekends?

    They're currently only open on Monday - Friday, 7 am - 2 pm. Closed on the weekends.

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