With all the hype around this place, I expected a bit more. I've visited twice; first time I got a cookie (they are very thin yet crunchy and soft) and this time I got their new banana pudding. Pudding wins over cookies for sure, 7/10. I also tried their matcha cookie but there was no matcha flavor at all. It's a very small establishment so prepare for grab and go orders. They are very fast with orders. read more

Was sad to see FrenchiFornia close up after 5+ years in Pasadena and wondered what would take over the retail space. After the signage went up for Badash Bakes, posts all over IG started popping up about their unique baked goods. I was definitely intrigued with their matcha cinnamon roll. Every time we walked or drove by, we'd see a line and finally decided to stop by on a Thursday at around 1130. Though they had patrons dining inside and out, there wasn't a line to place an order! As they clearly state that cinnamon rolls are served until 12 and cookies are served after 12, we were fortunate to be able to sample both items. Matcha cinnamon roll - this was then one item I was excited to try as it was very unique. After trying it, not sure I like the combination of matcha and cinnamon. The only difference between the matcha and regular is simply with the icing. Cinnamon roll - thought this was the best item we sampled. Though it wasn't hot, I thought it was perfectly baked with the perfect amount of cinnamon and icing. Would definitely come back for this in the morning. Cookies - we ended up ordering a dozen (doubled up on both the matcha and toffee chocolate chip). Had high hopes as all of videos on IG kept stating how good they were but wasn't impressed with them. The best in my opinion was the toffee chocolate chip and the s'mores due to the uniqueness. I think I'd rather have a Levain or b. patisserie cookie if craving one. As we took the items home for consumption, didn't try their drinks so may have to come back for that another day. Will also be interesting to compare their banana pudding against Magnolia's. read more

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I have been having Badash Bakes on my list for awhile, just that it's tad far away. Knowing they had a collab this week serving Matcha Blondies, I just couldn't make any more excuse to push it down my to-go list. As expected, weekend and it's the last day of the collab, made it perfect reason to see long waiting line. Unfortunately they also didn't do online pre-order on the day (big frowned). The bakery took place at Pasadena's center of crowd, which was also the arrays of some other popular spots to dine. It's super cute from the outside, looking like classic elegant French cafe. Going inside at its peak hour was quite overwhelming though as it's packed with people trying to find spots to stand LOL. Order placement was swift enough considering how busy it was. It might not be a perfect sit down space with that condition and you could indeed see most people order for to-go. All the attendants were so cheerful and welcoming, delivering that positive vibes to shoo away any irritation from the long wait. Besides the Matcha Blondies which brought me there, I was trying to go for the house 'regulars' as well to make my drive worthy. Torn between the cinnamon roll and the cookie, I just asked for the attendant's reco and she told me to opt for the latter, also further convincing me as I picked the Toffee Chocolate Chip cookie saying it's her fave. Well, needless to say much, the picture of the Matcha Blondies could tell you how fudgy and rich it was, worth every single calorie I spent on it. The matcha flavor stood out as strong as the color could tell you, with impeccable balance between sweet and pleasing bitter hint. I would highly pitch for keeping it permanently (pretty please)! As for the cookie, if you're thin and chewy cookie gang, I could see you loving it. It's a matter of preference, but I'm still within the boat of thick gooey one. Taste wise it's pretty decent with generous mix-ins. They did offer much more flavors to try. Would come back for their cinnamon rolls or the matcha drinks another time! read more

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I have tried to eat regular cinnamon rolls after trying the matcha cinnamon rolls here and I simply can't. The matcha cinnamon rolls here are tooo good and the star of my show. Even my partner enjoys them, which makes me so happy because we can come here and enjoy them together! The service is always excellent, and the drinks are good as well. I typically tend to order a double matcha with oat milk here. The other items I've tried include the matcha brownies and cookies. Also... I love whoever plays music here... read more

Good but not great. Nothing special or memorable. The drinks were not good. They seemed pretty watery. The Dubai drink just tastes like chocolate milk so you're better off just getting a Yoo-hoo from the liquor store for a couple bucks instead honestly. They said the pistachio was in the cream but it didn't taste like pistachio whatsoever so they must have skipped a step, surely. The Strawberry milk lacked flavor and was also watery tasting. Cookies were good. We tried s'mores, toffee, white chocolate macadamia, matcha, cornbread, and chocolate chip (which had a single piece of chocolate in it like wtf?). They were all solid tasty cookies but not memorable. Red velvet cake was good. The cream cheese frosting tastes whipped so it's a much lighter tasting version of red velvet cake if you're into that kinda thing. Good but def would prefer it to be full fat haha Lemon loaf itself was pretty decent but the glaze was bitter as if they overzested and got too much of the pith in it. Matcha roll was decent. A lot of people were ordering the matcha drinks which we didn't try but also they're $9 each c'mon now. Service is good. Line is long but moves decently fast. Same goes for the time it takes to make your drink and or getting your sweet treats. Supposedly they were to have matcha blondies today and tomorrow but we didn't see any on display. Lively atmosphere but small space so definitely not for big groups. It is cozy though with generous seating options considering the size of the bakery. Glad we went but in no hurry to go back. read more

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Badash Bakes is one of my favorite bakeries in Pasadena! From the ambience to the products themselves, it is truly a bakery for the girlies that doesn't compromise on quality. Ashley's labor of love is evident from the attention to details on the menu to the final products that we get to enjoy. I visited with my friend and we were excited to dive into everything and can't wait to go back and try more. The wait on a Friday afternoon wasn't too bad and even though there is limited seating, we were still able to find some space to enjoy our drinks and pastries indoors. I wish they had longer open hours but running a small business takes so much work, I absolutely respect the boundaries! read more

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There's been a bit of a craze surrounding this new dessert shop since they opened about two months ago. I was hesitant to go early on because I heard the lines were extreme, but luckily the situation calmed down by the time I stopped by (on a weekday around 10 am). I purchased a brown sugar cookie, cornbread cookie, toffee chocolate chip cookie, classic cinnamon roll, matcha cinnamon roll, and a cinnamon roll latte. The total for the three cookies, two cinnamon rolls, and latte came out to about $35 - not bad at all! The cookies were thin, crispy on the outside, and chewy on the inside. My favorite was the toffee cookie, which was rich and buttery. The cinnamon rolls were soft and pillowy, with an ooey gooey center - utter perfection. The cinnamon latte, on the other hand, was a hard pass. I'll just stick to their desserts going forward, which are certainly satisfying enough. ****************** My Ratings: 1 Star: Terrible; just thinking about it makes me angry. 2 Stars: Wasn't a fan so Not likely to return. 3 Stars: Meh. Average. Might return if others drag me. 4 Stars: Yum! Likely to return. 5 Stars: Amazing! Would plan my day around it. read more

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Absolutely worth all the buzz! I've been wanting to grab a cinnamon roll and I was not disappointed! 10/10, no notes! My partner ordered a brownie and loved it. We went on a weekday, I walk by on weekends and it can get busy...but certainly worth the wait! read more

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You can't scroll TikTok for more than five swipes without seeing Basash Bakes, so of course I had to try it. I waited until the hype died down a bit since the bakery is far from Long Beach and the lines can be hours long. Parking was easy for me because I went on a Thursday morning when I was free, which turned out to be the best decision. I parked right out front and walked straight in. It did get a little busier after I arrived, so I think the sweet spot on weekdays is around 10:30 a.m. Before diving into the flavors, I have to point out the most impressive part: every single cookie had the same perfect texture. Each one was flat yet substantial, with a thin, crispy edge that gave way to a soft, pillowy center. They weren't cakey or overly chewy just the right balance between tender and structured, so they held together without crumbling apart. That level of consistency is rare in a bakery doing this many flavors. Brown Sugar: Buttery, deep, and rich with a mellow molasses note that rounded out the sweetness. The crisp edges had a caramelized bite, while the center stayed soft and almost melt-in-your-mouth. I could eat this every day. If the bakery were closer, I'd already be back for more. Chocolate Chip: A classic done right. The base was rich and buttery, the chocolate perfectly balanced without overwhelming the dough. You get that nostalgic, straight-from-the-oven feel, with just enough salt to keep it from being cloying. Matcha: Smooth and earthy without tipping into the grassy bitterness matcha sometimes has. The sweetness balanced the matcha flavor well, and the texture stayed true to the rest of the lineup--crisp on the outside, soft and dense in the middle. Red Velvet: The color was striking, but the flavor leaned neutral. Without cream cheese frosting to cut through and add tang, it lacked a distinct personality. Texture was still spot on, though. Toffee Chocolate Chip: Rich and buttery like the classic chocolate chip but with a subtle caramel note from the toffee. The pieces were well incorporated, melting slightly into the dough so there were no overly hard bits just a smooth, toffee-infused chew. S'mores: Essentially a chocolate chip cookie with a gooey marshmallow pocket. Good as is, but I think it could be taken to the next level with graham cracker crumbs in the dough or as a base layer for a more distinct s'mores flavor profile. Cinnamon Roll:I was excited for this one, and the aroma was amazing warm spice with a hint of yeastiness. The center had a nice cinnamon swirl, but the filling was slightly grainy, which took away from the soft, velvety bite I was hoping for. The icing, if it was cream cheese-based, was too mild to really shine. Overall, Basash Bakes nails their textures, and that alone makes them worth the trip. While some flavors stood out more than others, the consistent quality across the board was impressive. I'd definitely go back. read more

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This is a really nice bakery. The cookies and pastries are delicious and unique. Where else can you get a moist match cinnamon roll. My top favorite cookie was the toffee one followed by the chocolate chip. The staff is super sweet and you can tell they like what they are doing. You feel the love when you walk in the door. I would try a box of 6 cookies and ask them to give you their top 3 sellers then choose the next 3 yourself. read more

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I love their cookies here!! I've tried the chocolate chip cookie before and today the brown sugar cookie. The chocolate chip is the best in my opinion, but the brown sugar isn't too bad at all either. I like because it's not too much grease/oil in their cookies. I tried their cinnamon roll and it was really good a tab bit sweet but still pretty good and soft. It's a 4/5 for me! The service was really fast and good! It's really cute inside and very clean. They have some seating as well. I want to try the Cinnamon roll latte next time as well. It's close to old town Pasadena and right in the perfect location. Scarce parking only and mostly street. I highly recommend, especially if you want some fire cookies!! read more

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3.5 stars Their cinnamon rolls are pretty good, but a little too sweet for me. Matcha one had a really good match flavor to it. My son loved their chocolate chip cookie, he described it as moist inside a little crunchy outside and not too sweet. The cinnamon roll taste better when warmed, but it does gets sweeter as well. I only ate half at a time because of the sweetness. I wish they would make their cinnamon rolls a little less sweet because they are delicious. read more

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The cinnamon roll here is to die for!! So moist and soft and very cinnamon-y. And the icing is so yummy and not too sweet. I also tried the banana bread and that was also so moist and very fresh tasting- I think it came straight out of the oven because it was still warm. For a drink, I got an iced matcha latte with agave and I think they put a bit too much because it was too sweet. But the matcha was very strong and I was pretty impressed. It's pretty small inside and most people are waiting to pick up their drink orders because those seem longer to make. read more

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Saw this place on TikTok and needed to try the Matcha cinnamon roll. We came on a Saturday around 12 PM and waited about 15 minutes outside and then another five or so minutes after ordering. I don't typically order cinnamon rolls but I liked the Macha cinnamon roll a lot more than I thought I would. It was a lot better when I heated it up at home. I also got the double Matcha latte which was also a lot better than I expected. The cinnamon roll latte was quite sweet, but what do you expect? There are a few couches to sit down, however it's quite crowded. Wouldn't recommend this as a place to sip your coffee and chill, however, there are tables outside. Overall, the employees are friendly and welcoming. I'd wait again for less than 30 minutes, but I don't think it's worth an hour wait. I would come back to try their brownies and other pastries. Other guests in front of me spent over $100 here so likely the other baked goods are good. read more

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Overall great spot and worth the visit. I regret playing safe and getting the regular iced latte - i'd recommend going for a specialty latte. Matcha: 9.5/10 Latte: 7.5/10 Cinnamon Roll: 10/10 Cookies: 8/10 Ambiance: 10/10 read more

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best cinnamon rolls in LA!! no lines on a thursday and plenty of pastries left. The ladies working there are very nice and helpful. Cute interior with a few seating options. Will be back to try their drinks! read more

Badash Bakes - Bakeries Near Me - Pasadena, California

I've been waiting to cross this place off my list and finally got the chance! I was in town for the holidays and saw that Badash was open on Christmas Eve so I made it a mission to get there a little before opening, in hopes for a short line. I arrived around 7:50am and was third in line. They opened at 8am. As we filtered inside, the line was out the door. It was quite confusing as the pastry case is to the right, near the entrance and the register is in the back left corner. So you would think that you'd go through the case to pick out what you want and then pay, but they had us in a line, going diagonally across the entire bakery, to pay first, then wait for the order to be packed. The bakery itself is small, with a big couch against the wall on the left side and a couple bar seats at one of the windows. If they want us to pay first, I suggest getting rid of that couch, place stanchions along the left wall to indicate line formation, and create some flow and waiting space for people to wait for their orders. If the two ladies in front of me didn't know what they were doing, I think we all would've been a bit lost. Because it was my first time and I was feeding 8 adults back at home, I ordered an array of goodies, totaling $170 (ouch). I was hyped for their matcha cinnamon rolls, cookies and banana pudding. I also ordered a couple of their tiramisu loaf slices, banana bread loaf slices and matcha blondies. I saw that they had white chocolate macadamia cookies (MY FABE) so I ordered half a dozen of those and then a mixed dozen of others. To be honest, I wasn't as impressed as I thought I'd be. The matcha cinnamon roll wasn't as fluffy and didn't really taste like matcha. It was also $7 for the size... pretty steep tbh. My favorite was the banana pudding, portion was perfect for the price. The cookies... I was especially excited for these because you don't find white chocolate macadamia often, however, these were the biggest disappointment. Although there seems to be whole macadamia nuts in the cookies, I could barely taste/feel the flavor and texture of the white chocolate chips. The red velvet cookies were bland. The toffee chocolate ones were probably my favorite, due to the fact that there were tiny toffee bits throughout the cookie. $4 per cookie is a lot for the thinness and lack of flavor. They also stacked six cookies on top of each other in the box which needed extra delicate handling because they were so thin. The loaf slices were just ok too. Overall, overhyped and a little overpriced. The staff and service were decent. The lady at the register was patient and warm. Everyone else seemed tired and bleak. No smiles or excitement when handing me my two large bags. I was also excited to see the owner there, however she seemed out of it, maybe tired and stressed? Understandable. For next time, I'd like to try a cake slice and a drink/coffee, but not dying to return. read more

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Today was global running day and I was headed to Alo in Pasadena. I walked past Badash Bakes and saw a long line out the door at 8am. Upon finishing the activities I walked back and saw the line had died down so I decided to stop by as this has been on my bookmarks. They had their full menu at 10am so I was able to try everything I wanted to. I ordered: matcha cinnamon roll, carrot loaf, chocolate chip cookie, double matcha and strawberry matcha. Matcha cinnamon roll was $6.50, carrot loaf $4.50, cookie $3.70, double matcha $9 and strawberry matcha $8.50. The price for the baked goods were reasonable but the matchas were about $1-$2 more expensive than other places. Crazy to say these prices are affordable but inflation... Overall I thought all the items were good, just on the pricier side. The star of the show was the matcha cinnamon roll. It wasn't too sweet, fluffy and heavy on the matcha flavor. The carrot loaf was moist and had crunchy walnuts inside. Chocolate chip cookie was standard but good if you like crispy cookies. I thought my strawberry matcha was okay. Nothing too special about it. The double matcha had strong matcha flavor and wasn't too sweet. The matcha cream top was on the thicker side. For my 5 items it came out to be almost $40 with half the cost coming from the 2 drinks. Talk about drinking your calories haha. read more

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The matcha cinnamon roll was so soft and fluffy with such an authentic matcha flavor in the frosting and melt in your mouth texture! Still want to try the cookies and banana pudding! Everything is kinda pricey but not strange considering it's in Pasadena... The London fog was just okay but it's also not their signature it was just too cold for an iced matcha not much seating... and much smaller space than anticipated but the service was really good and everyone was super sweet! Cute inside nonetheless I will be back to try more things! read more

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I give this bakery 3.5 stars! The pros: Cozy and cute bakery shop. Decent service and the wait hasn't been too long (I've arrived at 9:30a and 2p different days) the cookies are really good. They're a good size, good flavor, semi-thin and really soft. The cons: my cinnamon latte didn't taste like anything but espresso and milk. The cup was half foam and maybe 10 oz of liquid and pricey. The street parking can be challenging. Overall, I'll be back for cookies occasionally but I'll skip the coffee. read more

This places slaps so hard I don't even have pictures of my order because I ate it all in one go but forreals! It was just that good. I got an iced cinnamon roll latte, matcha cinnamon roll, and a cornbread cookie! So good! Must try! read more

Have been DYING to try this bakery since it came across my explore page and let me tell you badash bakes did NOT disappoint. The tiramisu loaf really "took the cake" the mascarpone cheese frosting was my absolute fav! Cannot wait to return and try some different treats!! Well worth the drive out to Pasadena from the SFV! read more

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I have not had a chance to visit the location or experience the service so this is strictly a review based on the cinnamon roll. My sister grabbed me one of these and in full disclosure, I forgot about it for a few days but I still wanted to try it. It was stored in its original box container as well. Honestly, I can't wait to try this fresh. It really reheated well and it was insanely delicious and I've seen some reviews about them being chewy and everyone has their preference and I loved it!!! The chewiness and the balance of cinnamon/sweetness was spot on. Ignore the little black top, I warmed it up in a panini press and it was touching the glaze. This is one of the best cinnamon rolls I've ever had. It was flat but I don't judge a roll by its cover. Eat the thing and let the flavor do the talking. I'll be revisiting Badash soon and will be eating it fresh and updating the review. read more

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Found this place on tiktok, it's smaller in person than I expected with not a ton of seating. The seating that is available is very low to the ground so it's not exactly practical for eating or staying long at all. I came wanting to try the matcha cinnamon roll only to be disappointed because it had not been warmed and was cold. The strawberry banana matcha was surprisingly very good as they make their own strawberry milk with real strawberries. Everything was good but I was a bit disappointed compared to how it was portrayed online. If someone I knew wanted to come here again I would try a couple more things but not sure that I would seek it out again on my own. read more

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It was busy when I walked in mid morning. The staff are friendly and helpful from the moment you step inside. They have indoor and outdoor seating to enjoy your treats or drinks. I ordered a 6 box of cookies (s'mores, toffee chocolate chip, matcha, cornbread, oatmeal raisin, & brown sugar), matcha brownie, matcha cinnamon roll, coffee cake, lemon loaf slice, & banana bread slice. The cookies are fantastic! They are all evenly sized and the flavors are delicious- I love the variety. The matcha brownie was moist and the matcha flavor strong- this was my favorite matcha item there. The matcha cinnamon roll was big and the frosting was delicious- heated up this is delicious. The banana bread slice was everything you want from a banana bread- super moist and chunks of banana. The lemon loaf slice had all the citrus flavor in frosting part, I felt the loaf part was mild and needed more. I ordered a banana strawberry matcha - the strawberry banana flavor blends beautifully, but I think it takes over the matcha flavor. Parking- meter street parking read more

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Got a whole spread because I couldn't narrow down what I wanted - from brownies to cookies, banana pudding to matcha. I loved ALMOST everything. My favorites were the s'mores cookie and the cinnamon roll. I didn't like the Matcha brownie, it gave cake pop and I don't like that texture. The banana pudding was a bit too sweet for me, but my boyfriend devoured it. The strawberry matcha wasn't strawberry enough for me. The employees were all patient and affable. It made it easy to order a bunch without feeling like a burden. There are a few seats inside, along with a couple outside. There's a bunch of street parking near by. read more

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Came here on Friday after Thanksgiving and the line was finally not wrapped out the door. This spot was getting a lot of attention on social media and I hate long lines for anything so was waiting for hype to die down a bit. It's a pretty small establishment and it was very stuffy in there when I went. I think the way they take orders a bit inefficient, you wait in line passing by the glass display and aren't able to order until you get to the front on the left while they make drinks on the right in front of where ppl would line up. My bf and I ordered a Spanish latte and sweet potato latte (which I only heard, it was not on the menu) as well as a classic cinnamon roll. The cinnamon roll was delicious! Warm and moist and gooey. Just the right amount of sweetness. The drinks were a 1 star. My sweet potato latte tasted pretty bitter. And for $10 it was the smallest little cup I've ever seen and I expected it to be stellar. I think they also automated a 20% tip which was like $5 which I would not have done given the service. Not worth the hype imo for the prices especially for the drinks. I would only come for the pastries but I still wouldn't wait more than 10-15 min. read more

My friend brought me a sweet potato pie to go. It was very delicious! I wish I ordered two! read more

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I saw this bakery trending on Instagram and had to try it with my friend who lives in Pasadena. It's a very, very cute spot with tons of beautifully baked goods -- everything looked amazing, and yes, I took a lot of photos. You browse first, then order at the register, which was a little tricky since we wanted to try several things and had to remember all the names instead of just pointing. The coffee was yummy, and the pastries were good, though nothing outstanding. Service was nice, and the location is great. Overall, I'm glad we got to try this new business and see how busy they already are! read more

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This is a small little coffee shop located in Pasadena. There were people in line at all times, you can tell how popular this place is. I needed to try their matcha and I will say it's good, the sugar free vanilla syrup made it a bit too sweet for me so I will order without it next time. Their baked goods all look so delicious! I didn't try any but definitely will next time I'm here. read more

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The cinnamon roll I've been searching my life for. The ambiance the employees the drinks the pudding! Literally zero complaints

we love to support family businesses!! i saw the bakery on social media and the baked goods caught my eye! especially the matcha cinnamon roll!! be prepared to wait, my friends and i waited in line for 30-40 min and when we got in, we waited an additional 15 mins to get our pastries and matcha drinks! I didn't mind, since it was a weekend and expected :) here's what we got: matcha cinnamon roll: 5/5 tbh I'm biased and love cinnamon rolls! the matcha flavor is hinted since I feel like the cinnamon is a stronger flavor profile! red velvet cake: 3/5 it was good! I how it wasn't too sweet! Smores cookie: 3/5 it was fun to try! a little bit too sweet for me, but it was worth a try!! matcha latte: 3/5 Strawberry matcha latte: 2/5 overall! I'd say if you're in the area and have time, stop by!! inside is very cute and staff was very kind! read more

Badash Bakes - Bakeries Near Me - Pasadena, California

I was excited to try this Black-owned bakery and made the early drive to Pasadena. Parking was a hassle due to an event so the options were either pay for a closer lot for $5 or pay less and walk farther lol. The space itself is super cute with good music, and luckily there wasn't much of a line when we arrived. I also kept trying to ask questions in social media due to seeing the morning and afternoon menu but no one was responding... just liking comments. There was no FAQ page or anything so it was frustrating since I didn't want to drive that far and not get everything I want. But we were able to get most of all we wanted: 7 cookies, a matcha drink, a brownie, and a cinnamon roll. The oatmeal raisin, s'mores, and chocolate chip were decent, but the matcha, brown sugar, and cornbread cookies all oddly tasted the same and lacked flavor. It definitely had me questioning if I was sick and just couldn't taste anything but we both felt the same. The brownie was very rich and a great size for the price, the cinnamon roll was a surprise hit, and the matcha drink was decent. Glad I tried it, but I wouldn't go out of my way again. read more

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I had seen all the hype on Instagram about this place and decided to give it a try on a Friday around lunch time. I was hoping there wouldn't be a line, but there was. I ended up waiting 20 minutes to order. Matcha Cinnamon Roll: definitely the star of the show. It was a great balance of matcha and cinnamon. I do wish the presentation of these was better. Mine seemed to be falling apart. Brownie: thick, moist, and delicious. I would get it again. Red velvet and matcha cookies: again not super strong and thin but still moist. Wish I had tried more. The inside of the store is aesthetically pleasing, however because it's so small there's barely any space to sit and lounge. There were so many people in line and sitting waiting for their orders that I we were all crammed together in the waiting area. The ladies taking orders were really nice and helpful with all of my questions. read more

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I have never been more excited to brag about my visit to the famous Badash Bakery. I saw the beginnings of this bakery on TikTok watching the owner Ashley plan her first bakery she was a personal chef who also sold cookies online and grew a cult following on social media. She had a soft opening and the magic began her social media took off and her videos went viral. My daughter surprised me with a visit on my birthday and It was a nice ride to Badash Bakes located in Pasadena California on a busy street with parking out front and a convenient parking garage across the street. When I say this place is hot it's an understatement the lines are long packed with people and as the lines moved along I felt a chill relaxing vibe. My daughter and I were impressed immediately upon entering there are comfy couches and rows of cookies cakes, banana pudding, regular cinnamon rolls & matcha cinnamon rolls, banana pudding, matcha lattes including strawberry matcha lattes. I say hello to Ashley who was packing orders with her mom and an amazing staff making drinks and restocking deserts. You tell the cashier what you would like and pay then the order is filled while you watch and wait my order was perfectly wrapped in her signature containers and bags nothing was crushed when I unwrapped them. I ordered one of every cookie available a cinnamon roll, banana pudding chocolate cake & red velvet cake and a strawberry matcha latte. We took a few pics and headed home. Here's my thoughts on what I bought. Strawberry Matcha Latte Earthy and creamy not too sweet it was just right very good and only the second time that I've tried matcha I'm glad I chose strawberry. 8/10 Cookies. Cornbread 9/10 unique and tasty. Oatmeal Raisin 10/10 Double Chocolate 9/10 Red Velvet 8/10 Chocolate Chip Toffee 10/10 Chocolate chip 10/0 Brown sugar 10/10 Smores my favorite 20/10 Matcha 8/10 White Chocolate Chip Macadamia 10/10 All the cookies were fresh buttery and delicious. Banana Pudding The pudding was creamy with a fresh banana flavor soft cookies and fresh whipped cream I loved it. 20/10 Cinnamon Roll Buttery and tender with just the right amount of cinnamon and a decadent cream cheese frosting it was delicious. 20/10 Chocolate Cake Tender and rich and the white buttercream was so good. 10/10 Carrot Cake Dense and rich topped with creamy frosting it was very good. 10/10 Both cakes tasted even better the next day at room temperature. I highly recommend you go visit Badash Bakery she's a young entrepreneur making a mark on the Bakery game in Pasadena it's worth the drive and wait in line and now she's officially opened her doors to the bakery adding much more to her menu. I'm going back to try her famous Matcha Cinnamon Rolls, Smores Brownies and Banana Bread. This was a sweet birthday treat to remember. Until next time. Just me Shawn C. read more

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My friend & I were so excited to try Badash Bakes because we've heard so many good things! We had a strawberry matcha which was soooo good- been dreaming about it. Matcha cookie which I loved! Cornbread cookie which my friend loved. We tried the matcha cinnamon roll- not our fave but we're not cinnamon roll people. We also tried the banana pudding & that was good too. We would definitely go back. I wish there was more space to sit inside without feeling crowded but hopefully in the future she'll be able to expand with all the success she has. read more

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The wait at opening is not bad. 20 mins or so. Staff is friendly. Drinks were very expensive $9 and $10.50 for small. Cinnamon roll latte was extremely sweet but good enough 8/10. Was not a fan of the cinnamon roll. I am truly surprised majority of people like it. (: The highlight was the oatmeal raisin cookie 10/10! Delicious! Macadamia was ok..5/10 , s'more was good 8.5/10. They have prepackaged cookies from day before at a discount price $2.50 vs $4 original price. I loved the 'yesterday' cookies. I gave them out for Mother's Day! So this made read more

I was very excited to try this place as the IG videos and pictures looked soooo good. However, it pains me to say, I was disappointed. The establishment itself is cute and chic. There's limited seating and the seating is very low modern style (I'm tall so I notice low seating fyi). The staff is very attentive, professional, and nice. I got the classic cinnamon roll, cinnamon roll latte, and double chocolate cookie. The cinnamon roll is on the sweeter side and it sorta tastes like a sticky bun, but I feel it has a bit of a chemical taste to it. You're left with an oily after taste which is not something I like or think should happen after taking a bite. The latte was okay/good but not for $8-$9 when it's such a small size. The cookie was ok but lacked flavor and they were extremely thin which I don't care for much. I wouldn't return to this establishment unfortunately. read more

I first came across Ashley's bakery on TikTok when she was in the process of building it. Despite me not knowing her personally, I have been very honored to see it turn into a flourishing business. I went to the grand opening to try it for the first time because I have been DYING to try the lemon loaf since I saw her make it on TikTok. Have to say I was not let down. It was so fragrant and flavorful. The same can be said about the red velvet cake and both regular and matcha cinnamon rolls. They are some of the best I've ever had. The s'mores cookie WOW. If you're the type of person that likes desserts that are not too sweet and full of flavor, definitely check this place out. Service: Ashley and her staff were so welcoming. She walked down the line of people waiting and personally thanked them for coming out. She also happened to pack my order and I noticed she was triple checking and counting every item to make sure it was correct. She greeted me when giving me my order and offered napkins and spoons. It's not everyday that you see the owner of a bakery working behind the counters, packing orders, and being so involved with her staff and customers. Overall, I waited 45 min-1hr. Mind you, I arrived 30 minutes prior to the bakery opening because there was a line. Line moved pretty fast as soon as the doors opened (about 15 minutes). I noticed some people were waiting longer but that was because they ordered several drinks and I did not so please keep in mind that if you order drinks you might be waiting a little longer. Parking (because we're in LA and this is important): her shop is on a busy street right across the fogo de chao and H&M. There is no free parking but plenty of structures and meters available. read more

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Instagram brought me here and everything was delicious as advertised. I tried the regular cinnamon roll, matcha cinnamon roll, double matcha, cookies, brownie, and tres leche cake. read more

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