Cookies were nice size, flavor was great (had a chocolate chip and a sprinkle cookie) the only…read moredownside is they were not warm. Service was quick and the price reasonable ($3.99). Will return!

Cookies are overly dry…read more Located in pier one toward the north side of the building. Long story short, cookies are only okay. They are big. They are overly dry. They are edible, but really not great.

I almost cried when I saw the selections at Mariposa and knew they were all safe for me to eat…read more(Celiac). This dedicated gluten free bakery offers pastries, baked goods, alongside delicious sandwiches and pizza. Located in the Ferry Building, this walk up bakery has a great set up that keeps lines moving and allows you to see all of the incredible options. They also have super thoughtful additions such as birthday candles near the cake section. My non-gluten free friend ordered the olive, cheese and bacon pinwheel which was delicious. I had a Gobbler for lunch, a sandwich complete with cranberry sauce, and ordered a variety of pastries for the evening and the plane ride home the next day! While it was all amazing, the summer hand pie was probably my favorite. I went back to grab some wrapped pastries right around the time they were closing and the staff were so kind! They told me they had already put some things away but would be happy to pull them out for me. I am dreaming of Mariposa from the east coast.

People like things that are free. What is rare now is free things in the city of San Francisco. We…read moresee people on my social media feed eat everything freely as it was free. They say there is no free lunch but there is a place which serves free breakfast and lunch. This one place has free items. You will find here free flakey croissants in SF. They also have free pasta. When I mean free I mean everything there is to eat at this place is Gluten free. This place is located inside the Ferry Building and it's called Mariposa ( not the street in the Potrero) Baking. On a September stroll at the Ferry Building where you can take the ferry to Sausalito and Angel Island. I was surprised to see flakey croissants in SF and cinnamon rolls were Gluten free that didn't taste like pizza cardboard. The cinnamon roll was actually not too sweet but a bit flakey. You will also find gluten free pasta like the three cheese ravioli. You can also get cheese bagels and biscuit sandwiches which are gluten free. This is the spot where you can eat for free in SF, which means it's all gluten free. Go to the Ferry Building for a "break"and get something sweet and sour like some in SF like the "lemon cake "and other gluten free treats that they" bake" like a croissant in SF which does "flake" Enjoy the view of the Bay Bridge and the Pacific Oceans also known as the "salty sea" and then enjoy a herbal drink inside the Ferry Building and hold court at the "Imperial Tea"and enjoy some shopping at a trading post called the "Fog City Flea" and take flight on over to the Mariposa Bakery and get some bake goods which are" Gluten free "

I'm saying batter up to Batter Bakery! Batter Bakery considers itself a boutique bakery that…read morespecializes in handcrafted baked goods including cakes, pies, breads and cookies. Just a few months ago Batter Bakery had a storefront and cafe on Pine Street in San Francisco, but recent changes and challenges in their business have caused that location to close. Now, in a rather wonderful turn of events, owner Jen Musty found the perfect location in the city of Berkeley to continue her prized Batter Bakery as a wholesale bakery, which means no more cafe, but they will continue to sell online for pickups, in addition to a small kiosk in downtown San Francisco as well as operating popups in various Farmers Markets and other locations. It is the latter in which I recently found them, as for the autumnal season, for a final weekend during the month of October, I found them as a pop-up at the Flowerland nursery along Solano Avenue in Berkeley. Although the weather wasn't very cooperative, they actually had a decent amount of people visiting Flowerland, of which I attest that it had to have been because Batter Bakery had a table filled with all of their baked goods ready to be purchased. They had a lot of nice samples that looked ready to purchase and eat, including their Pumpkin Bread, Carmelita, and a Caramel Rib Brownie. On this day, I decided to order three of their baked goods including their Sour Cream Apple Coffee Cake (with Seasonal Fruit), their signature Sand Angel, and a Chocolate Chip Cookie. My total bill for three items was 13 dollars, which in this day and age is quite reasonable. I decided to return home to sample all three of my sweet treats, and honestly all three of them were delectable for their very own reasons. Their Sour Cream Apple Coffee Cake was so moist, thanks to the abundance of seasonal fruit that was in every bite, which also helped balance out the overall sweetness. Their Sand Angel is considered their "secret recipe cookie", as it was a chewy, cinnamon-y cookie, similar to a cross between a snickerdoodle & a molasses bar, which only added to the deliciousness. And their traditional Chocolate Chip Cookie has an overall sense of classiness to it because it was a dense and chewy delight, as it was packed with bittersweet Guittard chocolate, caramel undertones, and just a sprinkle of Jacobsen sea salt. My only regret upon this visit to Batter Bakery was the fact that I didn't grab even more sweet treats, as I had no idea that this would be the last of their pop-up visits to the area for the season, or at least that is what their website currently says. I am happy that Batter Bakery has now made the East Bay their home, as the customer service representative who sold me my sweet treats told me it was all for the best, as they now want to focus on wholesale baking for specialty stores, many of which I was unfamiliar with but excited to explore in the future, and special orders during the busy holiday seasons. They will continue to do Farmer's Markets, including the one every Saturday morning at the San Francisco Ferry Building, but since they have a new home that can easily produce bigger batches of baked goods, their priorities have changed and I understand that. Through hard work and dedication, owner Jen Musty has turned her passion for baking into a unique creative energy that we can all appreciate, and with their baked goods, Batter Bakery wants to show a love for bringing people happiness through their wonderful food, and it doesn't hurt that they can make a cookie that will make anyone's day just that much more sweeter.

Stop by for coffee and cookies at the Pine and Polk St location. The coffee was good and the…read morecookies were really good!! Highly recommend the Sand Angel, a molasses cookie-a standout! Crisp edge with a soft center, not too cakey, not too chewy-lol, just right. Also had the sesame cookie which was delish. We tried a bar that was gluten free and vegan, that was meh but perhaps because we are neither vegan or gluten intolerant. Will be back to try more cookies! Shortbread next!

A doughnut stand is the perfect addition to the Saturday farmers market at the Ferry Building…read more What's better than doughnuts for breakfast? Fancy doughnuts with creative flavors and decorations, unlike anything you've seen before! The O.G.: Pretty basic, no gimmicks. Just a regular doughnut and some vanilla frosting. Apparently they use milk bread, so it's a little fluffier than regular doughnuts. Bart's Dad: This is actually what I'd consider the classic doughnut, with pink frosting and rainbow sprinkles. It kind tastes the same as The O.G., but feels more fun. Napa Creme: Definitely loving this one. It's like a Boston Creme, but a tad fancier. The custard inside doesn't taste as sweet and has a nice tang. Also, I liked how the chocolate frosting on top was a little more complex than the Dunkin version. Oooh Baby: I'm a big fan of ube since it's a fun colored sweet potato. Definitely one of the richer / heavier doughnuts I tried here. Fun to look at and fun to eat. Sakura X: Very beautiful doughnut with such a pretty blossom painted on top. Plus the filling has a delicious floral tone. Definitely the most memorable doughnut here. The Robin: So the egg nest is really innovative and looks great on Insta. Tastes good too with all the crunchy phyllo. If you eat the nest & egg first, the rest of the doughnut is kinda blah though, reminds me of The O.G. 24 Carrot Magic: So the little gold leaf is definitely gimmicky, since it looks cool but there is absolutely no flavor. I like that they only used a speck, since places that coat a whole ice cream cone in gold leaf end up charging you a lot. But the gold is not the star here by any means, the carrot cake base is the true star. It's very cakey, has carrot shreds and has raisins. All with a crunchy fried texture on the outside. And pairs great with the cream cheese frosting. Perhaps my favorite here. Bunny Butt: Apparently this is a vegan. It had a bunch of coconut shreds and a sugary bunny butt candy. Looked fun, but wasn't as tasty as the other doughnuts here.

Our friend was not able to attend the after birthday lunch get together but gave us a box of DREAM…read moredoughnuts that he had procured while shopping at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market that morning to try. I checked out the website to find it is micro bakery that is female and immigrant owned known for its doughnuts and pastries that are made using the ingredients seasonally available and ingredients that are REAL, without the industrial mixes that are full of chemicals at typical shops. Four flavors of doughnuts were in the box. Ooh Baby - ube cream filled topped with ube glaze and ube milk crumbs. Napa Crème - vanilla bean cream filled topped with dark chocolate with a tough of Cabernet, candied cocoa and chocolate pearls. The O.G. - glazed with Madagascar vanilla bean. Bart's Dad - paying homage to Homer, its pink vanilla glazed with rainbow sprinkles. My two favorites were the Ooh Baby with its purple cake and ube cream filling and the Napa Crème with it vanilla bean custard filling. Maybe I like cream filled doughnuts, but they were so delicious and not sweet!! The glaze did not melt like some doughnuts and they were still soft that evening. Thanks to our friend who getting these DREAM doughnuts for us to try. If you see them at a Farmers Market, give these delicious doughnuts a try.

I am returning this Saturday w/o Gavin because that's how heavenly and sinfully rich and delicious…read morethis was but beware there will be a line especially if you come to the Ferry Building on a Saturday during farmers' market. Gavin ordered the frozen hot chocolate while I opted for the double chocolate cookie. We left the Ferry Building to go to Chinatown and returned and was elated that the line has died down a bit. Service was great, do not expect fast when you come here but you can expect great service and chocolate heaven. I did not try Gavin's drink but my cookie was soft, chewy, and so rich.

I was hanging out in the Ferry Building at the end of a business trip and I decided to bring some…read moretreats back to my office. I'd driven past the Dandelion factory and wanted to experience a true San Francisco treat! I ended up ordering a box of dark chocolate brittle ($60 for a large box), not cheap but definitely high quality and locally made. My colleagues in the office LOVED it; people came into my office just to talk about it and some of them brought it up to me days later. I'd never had brittle like it... it was a thin layer of crunchy, flaky toffee sandwiched between coatings of the richest, velvetiest dark chocolate. Even though I meant for this to be a gift, I snagged a few pieces for myself for the drive home. I didn't know how legendary their hot chocolate was until reading these reviews, so now I have another good reason to go back!

I'm always in search of that bakery that makes you crave for more. That bakery where you can sense…read morethe love and quality. That bakery that has that balance of flavors and innovative combinations, beyond the typical bakery selection. We found Pacific Smoke on a whim, since it was right near my hotel. I was on a work trip but my wife came along, so wanted to find her some fresh baked good for her morning coffee. Pacific Smoke is located inside Merkado restaurant, as a popup spot. Met Toby the owner, a very genuine person, and clearly a baker (and chef) that takes great care in his craft. He went above and beyond to accommodate us, he even made a quick delivery to us when he got a break in the action. He only uses the freshest ingredients, and what's seasonal. The banana bread is worth the price of admission alone. But the mochi muffins were bomb as well. This is a must try spot, can't wait to try more flavors next time and his lunch items as well!

Food and service was on point! Avocado Toast was delicious. Make sure you order their baked goods -…read moreUbe Mochi Muffins was one of the best we had. Pacific Smoke is located inside Merkado restaurant.

La Coccina strikes again... sorry, meant they have another hit (baseball terminology) in their…read morestable of businesses. This baker was at the first February 2021 Saturday Ferry Farmers market as announced in the weekly CUESA newsletter. Walking over halfway through my shopping mission, I waited as a customer finished his purchase in studying there menu and eventually buying a few items. With a friend being gluten sensitive, I noticed there were a few items that would fit her requirements and picked them up for her. As they put that together, I decided to try two menu items. I started with the With love from Berlin (almond bar) (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ytuJeNuqpY1aV-CsK1halA&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q) later that afternoon; it was delicious and, unlike many gluten free pastries, it was not dense nor dry. A few days later, I succumbed to temptation and tried the Almost famous (double chocolate cookie) (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Mb_Eo21HbnyuBvw2yr2_LA&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q); a chocolate cookie laden with white chocolate chips, this was on the cakey side but still delicious especially as I paired with with a cup of tea. A telling compliment was that my friend called me later that Saturday and asked me about the price before telling me to make sure to stop there again next Saturday. I need to study their menu a little closer before that to see if there's anything else that piques my interest. Another nice perk was the jar on the far left end of the table (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=2wMfTp0zBOJ3CU7SvZI7vg&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q). They offered doggie treats for our fur baby which she bagged just like she did my purchases. When I got home, I studied their Instagram profile as well as the displayed flyers at their table which gave me great insight on her mission and vision in creating her baked goods. Needless to say, see you later today!

A plethora of vegan treats that look almost too indulgent to be missing butter, eggs and milk!…read more Most are rich and tasty. Some are even better than non-vegan desserts! Bite Me Quickly: Quite a familiar treat; a coconut macaroon dipped in dark chocolate. Felt more airy than a typical macaroon, maybe because there was less sweet binding stuff. Classic Florentine: I love sweet crunchy Florentine cookies, but this was far from classic. Instead of being crispy all around, there was a moist cakey bit with strong orange flavors. under the crunchy almonds Really delicious, even better than the classic version! Cranberry Love: A cranberry, macadamia, white chocolate cookie. I'd never guess it was vegan. Quite tasty combo of flavors and textures. Orange & Chocolate: Shaped like a cupcake, but more like a dense olive oil cake with a really bitter (in a good way) dark chocolate ganache on top. Loved all the orange aromas in the cake too. Yummy Cheesey: Looked like it's going to be dry, but is quite moist and "buttery". Very rich. This Is Nuts: Not a fan at all! Wasn't sweet. Tasted kinda funky. Supposed to be like a garlic cheese roll, but vegan. Reminds me of a vegan Slim Jim. Not for me.

Holy cannoli! All fresh cannoli, biscotti and pastries made in house with coffee drinks at this…read morebake shop frequented by locals and visitors. This is an experience you won't have often - I've never seen so many different kinds of biscotti available all in one place at a time! Mara's Italian Pastry and their wares are in full display through their clean glass windows and display cases, sure to make your mouth water and lure you in for a bite or two. These beautiful creations are as tasty as they look and the prices are reasonable despite being smack dab in the city. Located in a pretty busy part of town, you'll need have some trouble with parking but if you're commuting through public transportation or taxi services, it won't be too big of a hassle. Once you've arrived, you may as well stay awhile and get comfortable in their small dining area and share space with some locals who frequent the joint (civil servants included). If your eyes haven't already set on their pastries visible from the front, their cannoli, cakes, biscotti and gelato might! The cannolis are delicious and taste extremely fresh. You won't have many options with it but their two standard flavors are just as good. The cream filling is not too sweet and has great texture and the shell is crispy and buttery. The biscotti are the next big section of their store that will catch your attention. At least 10 different flavors of cookies and biscotti are up for grabs - aside from your typical chocolate, almond and anise, you'll find other nuts like pistachio and fruits like cherries showcased. As all biscotti, they're a bit tough to bite into but these crumble just enough to give you that burst of flavor in each chomp. Their gelato selection is small but with it, Mara's got a bit of something for everyone! For coffee lovers, they have a full espresso menu and I'm sure they'll be open to making whatever ratio of milk and foam you're looking to drink if they're not too busy. The place is average in noise level as the place can be quiet at times but when the crowds come, they come in droves. For those who are simply looking to grab and go, this will be perfect on the weekdays and when timed right on the weekends. Overall, Mara's does a fantastic job representing their Italian heritage and baked goods. If you're a fan of Italian pastries or looking to expand your palate, you need to make a trip out here and indulge in their pastries, cannoli and biscotti. Aside from the food, you can also chill like at any other coffee shop. This mom and pop is your one stop shop for legit Italian treats!

Dessert: 3/5 Service: 3/5…read moreAmbiance: 3/5 Portion to Price: 3/5 Overall: One of a few pastry shops in the area. The extended review... Dessert: 3/5 - Not too sure exactly what we got but they were two chocolate cakes. Pretty standard fare I'd say. Service: 3/5 - Standard service. Ambiance: 3/5 - Just a few seats inside this small shop. Portion to Price: 3/5 - Standard pricing.