LOVE this restaurant! Ample seating with phenomenal food in a cute town. Little seating inside but there's a covered & uncovered patio outside as well. Prices of the meals (besides the pre-made sandwiches) are well priced especially for the area. The pastries are a bit expensive ($6-6.50/each) but some are well worth it. Overall, I highly recommend this place & will be bringing friends & family whenever they visit. Wouldn't order again: Reuben sandwich, chocolate-pistachio croissant, & beans on toast. I thought the reuben sandwich was a bit bland & underwhelming. The chocolate-pistachio croissant was okay but wouldn't order again for $6.50. Beans on toast is a British dish but the sausage tasted *just* like pork potsticker filling -- It just didn't make sense as a cohesive dish & I couldn't enjoy it. I would've liked it a lot more if they used a different sausage. Will order 1000 times: Cinnamon sugar morning bun, meatloaf sandwich, & egg in a hole #2. That cinnamon sugar morning bun is crack. Oh my gosh, it will live rent free in my mind for a long time & I will probably spend an ungodly amount of money on it. Highly, highly recommend. I was also a very big fan of their meatloaf sandwich (one of the best things I've ever eaten), egg in a hole #2 (though I wish there was a 2nd egg), & whatever the bread was in the egg in a hole #2 (again, one of the best things I've ever eaten & hands down the best bread I've *ever* eaten). Also good: The candied pecan morning bun, almond croissant, & regular bagel with whipped cream cheese. Can't go wrong ordering those. read more

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Always a 10/10! Cutest atmosphere and vibe. A must stop when I am driving through town. All the food and baked goods are incredible!

I am thoroughly surprised to find this high caliber french bakery in the middle of nowhere. Honestly, I thought their biscuit with the butter & house jam was divine. On our first visit, we got there after 3 pm and was told their kitchen was closed. I ordered a cup of coffee & a Turkey sandwich from the frig. I thought the sandwich was just another boring dried grub, but man, I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was. Their artisanal bread is to die for. So On my 2nd visit I had the Nicoise salad and, boy oh boy, so damn good. Apparently, this building used to be a gas station and the girlfriend said Kurt Russell owns a bar down the street in an old turn of the century hotel. She said plenty of tourists stay in town on weekend excursions. ‍ read more

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Bob's Well Bread is one of the first retail stores you see as you drive into Los Alamos off of the 101 freeway. It is definitely worth a stop whether you are planning for a lite bite, a pick-me-up, or gathering supplies for a picnic. I have not had enough of the menu to give a fairer representation, but from the challah bread, macrons, and cold brew coffee that I ordered to go, I felt that they were good, but nothing particularly special. The challah bread was good the next day toasted with breakfast. The cold brew coffee was brewed with lots of good flavor. There is a delightful outdoor patio space with some shade during the hotter months. Parking is plentiful on the street. The line was surprisingly long for a small place at an off hour so clearly there is some magic to this place that perhaps we did not quite witness for ourselves - perhaps on a future visit. read more

Passing through and a homemade bagel sounded good. Since this place had good reviews, i stopped by. Upon arriving there were several customers in line. The server had asked if anyone was picking up. People in line both in front of me and behind me said yes and they got their order. Which is fine. But he kept doing it and not taking the orders of those in line. Which is not great customer service. I finally got to order and got my everything bagel and cream cheese. The seasonings were a little different (no garlic, onion flakes, nor salt) with pumpkin seeds, fennel, etc. Not a favorite seasoning but it was ok. At least the bagel was chewy with alittle crunch from being toasted. They hardly put cream cheese on it. Overall, it was okay. If i go back, will have to go for something else. read more

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What an amazing place! This is our family's favorite new brunch spot. Amazing food, amazing staff. read more

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Food here is awesome. Cashier today at 1130am on 5/19/23 could not care less about her job or service. Outside seating is nice and shaded. The customer service experience here is similar to the Ballard location...like you have annoyed them for wanting a coffee. Get the pâté or Benedict on the weekends. read more

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Went yesterday to the Los Alamos old days, but before we stopped for some breakfast. We ordered 2 chocolate croissants and 2 ham and cheese... kinda disappointed with the amount of chocolate and ham and cheese in them. There was hardly any. Also, they were cold, I don't know if you have to tell them to warm before you pay ‍ coffee was good! read more

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Came to this place 2x during my stay in Ballard! So many food and drink options. I had a caramel latte with a ham and cheese croissant the first time and did not disappoint. The 2nd time I got a hot chocolate and avocado toast, so delicious. I couldn't stop talking about how good it was. I would def return and have brunch again! read more

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Oh had to come back to grab some pastries at Bob's since we are nearby! Love their pecan sticky bun but my new fav was the glazed morning bun ! I'm a big morning bun person but never really like all that sugar on top but having a glazed one was read more

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Bob's is great. Amazing breads, good food, and a great atmosphere in the adorable town of Los Alamos. Star 1: How was the Service and Atmosphere? Couldn't be cuter. Once you've burned through the line, which can grow very long on weekends in the high season, you order at the counter from fantastically friendly folks, have a seat if it isn't too hot, and enjoy the carbs. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? Really reasonable prices with a breakfast sandwich coming in at under $8.00 and various pastries hovering around $2-$3. Star. Stars 3 & 4: How was the food? This pecan morning bun was excellent - all the right flavors and consistencies across the board and I could have eaten three of them no problem. The breakfast sandwich was standard but not bad, and prevented me from ordering twelve more pastries. Single Star. Star 5: Would you be excited to go back? No doubt. Star. read more

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I was waiting in the restroom line for about half hour and after that I went to the coffee bar to pick up my order and there was an item missing so I inquired about it, and the staff was very salty with me. we said when we checked you out, we would call your name when your order is ready and I said yeah I heard you I was in the restroom line and couldn't hear any callouts. Not sure why grumpiness but really no reason to be upset with anyone. Just inquiring where my food might be. A normal restaurant activity. If it's a lot for somebody to inquire about their order, perhaps you shouldn't work in food service. read more

Have stopped many times in the morning for coffee and pastry (a truly killer selection), but today was our first time having lunch here, a really charming bakery and cafe. We had the special spicy chicken sandwich (which really isn't spicy), a bowl of soup (corn chowder) and a side salad. It was thoroughly enjoyable. The sandwich was on a brioche bun and delicious. The corn chowder was exceptional. And we were lucky enough to get the last loaf of one of their specialty breads (pumpkin, walnuts, cranberries...) which I'm sure is going to make some dynamite toast. read more

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My favorite brunch spot in the local area! Some incredible artisan bread and my go to for finding top notch sourdough! The eggs Benedict on the weekends was cooked to perfection and the candied bacon on top of their "egg in a jar" added some truly unique flavors/texture to my breakfast. Come early because these guys get packed quickly! read more

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Food is great! Customer service is a hit or miss. Also get there early to avoid lines and sell out of some items. read more

It was the last weekend in March...and finding ourselves driving through Los Alamos, CA, we had a second opportunity to visit Bob's Well Bread now under the influence of COVID-19. The establishment, was as we had initially found it...thriving! Yes, there was still a line to wait in...only one party at a time inside..to order or select the baked goods from the display cases. Plenty of socially distant seating outside and to our delight, quality of the offerings...just as excellent as we remembered. The order: Croque Madame (5/5), a Reuben Sandwich (5/5), and the BLT Tartine (4/5). For dessert: 3x Chocolate Macaroons (4/5) Beverage: Orange Pellegrino. In addition one Grab and Go Ficielle (Salami and Cheese) Sandwich (4/5). The meal was as delicious, as the repeat visit was satisfying. Will there be a three-peat? Oh I think so...due to the fact that AGAIN, in this Yelper's opinion, on this occasion...Bob's Well Bread in Los Alamos,CA, truly earned this "highly recommend" 5 Star review. read more

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I finally traveled down to Los Alamos, just to go to Bob's Well Bread Bakery. Luckily, I went on a weekday so there was no line like other reviews mentioned. I was overwhelmed by all of the bread options, so I asked the staff what they recommended. They encouraged me to order the rosemary bread loaf as it was by far the most popular. After eating the entire loaf by myself over the course of a week, I can see why it is the favorite. It was hands-down the best loaf I have ever had! The rosemary flavor was prominent enough that you can taste the herb, but not overwhelming like you were eating a garden. The bread was chewy in the middle and perfectly crunchy on the outside. Over the week, I tried different variations of toast to see what was best and I have to say the basic toast with butter really enhanced the flavors. They were strict on COVID guidelines being very cautious with each customer. They have a decently large outdoor patio space to enjoy the sun and eat your treats. It really made me feel safe to eat there in the pandemic! read more

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My husband and I each ordered egg Sammy's and the bread was too hard to bite through. The guy behind the counter (is that Bob?), was super cranky. He yelled at me for trying moving into the store so I didn't get hit by the entry door. Not cool Bob, not cool! Go to Breakkies in Solvang instead. Great food, great patio, and excellent service. read more

Best bakery in California! There can be a wait but it's worth it. The croissants are superb and all of the breads I've had are fantastic. It's a great location just off 101 so super convenient to carb up on the go! read more

Amazingly tasty bread. Delicious sandwiches. Fantastic coffee. Only slightly expensive but worth it. A nice outdoors area to enjoy your meal and let the kids roam. Staff were friendly. read more

Love this spot. EVERYTHING is delicious!! We make it a point to stop here whenever traveling up the 101. Don't miss out!! Is there's a wait it will be well worth it. read more

We were told this was the best place in town and we're very excited to visit. First our friends Ordered the mushroom toast and it was barely edible due to the overbearing vinegar, my buddies wife couldn't even finish hers, although it Looks amazing I must say. Then my wife and I ordered ham and cheese croissants which they serve room temp but asked if we could have them heated and were denied. They tasted ok but cold ham and cheese with a squishy croissant was not what we expected. Not sure if we will revisit but wish others better luck. Cappuccinos we're ok read more

What a great little gem. Stopped for coffee and tried the yogurt with house made granola and a slice of one of their various bread offerings. The coffee was smooth and delicious. The bread was fresh and tasty and the yogurt was creamy and really good. There's a quaint dog friendly outdoor dining area. Will definitely return to be able to spend more time dining on site and try other menu items. Free parking. read more

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Let me start by saying I am a business owner and take pride in my staff being friendly and competent. Went with three other people yesterday and the staff was beyond rude, making faces at each other when we ordered additional items from our initial order. They also forgot two items in our order, and when I inquired about the items them they were rude again saying "okay Jesus" in a derogatory tone. The staff was not very nice nor friendly. The frosting on the cake was that the bread and cookies were harder than getting up on a Monday morning. The cashiers attitude can use an attitude change as We are trying to support local businesses. One star service for sure. Jesus R. read more

I think I love traveling to Cambria and Morro Bay so much because we always stop at Bob's Well Bread. The little Italian sandwiches remind me of the sandwiches I used to eat in Italy as a child and I love the fresh baked breads and pastries. Service is usually friendly but it depends who's at the counter. Plenty of seating outside and inside. The pastries are delicious, cookies and croissants are all amazing. Prices are reasonable and the food always fresh and served in a timely manner. I wish they would be closer to my home but that would be dangerous. read more

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The food is average and the service is indifferent and borderlines rude. Everything sounds so good, but it's just ok. Nice casual and relaxing outdoor area, especially if you have a dog...which almost everyone did. After waiting 20 minutes and seeing everyone else get their food, we asked about ours and they completely forgot about it and acted like they didn't care. No apologies. When we were getting ready to leave, we overheard that the same thing happed at the table next to ours. This could be a gem of a place if the majority of the employees cared. The only one friendly, and smiling was the lady taking the orders. Won't go back soon and we are up here weekly. read more

My husband and I bought a sesame sourdough loaf and would just tear off chunks of it and eat it with cheese. Very good bread! and the coffee is good too. its a cute place with a lot of natural light and those chairs you see in every wannabe french bakery. read more

If I could have breakfast here every day I would! Everything on the menu looks good. They serve piping hot Stumptown coffee, one of my favs. Plus, there's a nice selection of baked goods at the counter, including fluffy croissants and decadent maple bacon scones, among other delights. I gobbled up my tasty Baguette, Prosciutto and Egg Sandwich! There's plenty of outdoor seating, much of it in a nice garden-like setting with large picnic benches. They have a take-a-ticket and wait until your number is called system, to minimize the number of people inside placing their orders (during Covid-times). read more

Bob's Well Bread - Baguette, Prosciutto and Egg Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Los Alamos, California

This rating is strictly for the Reuben sandwich. Positives: Excellent corn rye bread Good Swiss cheese Negatives: The corned beef was thickly sliced, fatty, rubbery and lacked flavor. Awful!! You've been warned! read more

For whatever reason I didn't have high expectations for Bob's Well Bread, but I love to be surprised. We stopped by for a takeout lunch, and now I can't stop thinking about it. The eggs in a jar are just mind blowing, and is a good reminder of why breakfast foods are my favorite foods. The over easy egg, bacon, cheese, purple potatoes and toasted bread makes for one of the most beautiful dishes I've ever seen. And we had ours in a paper cup. It tastes as good as it looks - easily the best thing I've eaten in 2020. The croissants are very good, but a fresh batch out of the oven would be even better. We had the ham and cheese, pain au chocolat and apple streussel, and we enjoyed the latter the most. I would like to try the bagels next, which look fantastic. Happy to report that staff takes COVID very seriously. Only one party is allowed inside at a time, and numbers are distributed to avoid crowding outside the store. Nicely done. read more

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Friendly staff, cute small town, fresh bread and tasty sandwiches. Pull off the 101 for a great lunch.

Amazing vibe, great food, awesome service, beautiful scenery. Mushroom Toast is out of this world. read more

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Well known bakery in the little town of Los Alamos that serves freshly baked bread. I especially love their Baguette sandwich, particularly their salami/cheese and ham/ cheese sandwich. Be sure to visit them when you're in the area. read more

This review is only about their kouign-amann. I know nothing about anything else they serve. During a recent road trip I was reading the current issue of "Westways", AAA's magazine. I was delighted to see mention of Bob's Well Bread Bakery which specifically touted their kouign-amann. My wife and I are big kouign-amann fans. It's our favorite pastry. So, of course, we had to stop by. Upon first spotting them in the display case I thought, "Uh oh, this doesn't bode well" but we bought a couple, anyway. My initial reaction was born out. They were by far the worst kouign-amann we've ever tasted. I can only think that they decided they needed kouign-amann on the menu in order to be considered cutting-edge, but the baker had never actually eaten one. So, if you're thinking about going to Bob's just to satisfy a kouign-amann craving, do yourself a favor. Don't. read more

If you go anywhere for breakfast in Los Alamos you must make that place Bob's Well Bread! We stopped in by in the early afternoon on a Saturday, our first day in Los Alamos and we were pleasantly surprised they still had a few treats still available. We ordered a Pain Au Chocolate and a Sticky Bun to share, both were flakey, fresh, and delicious. Monday morning before heading back to LA we popped in right at 10am to grab some coffee and pastries for the road and it was a different world. We waited in long about 20 minutes and I opted not to get a latte because whomever was supposed to be running the espresso machine was MIA with a stack of drink orders piling up. It seems like a separate register or people just grabbing items to go might be more efficient, the single register for patrons sitting down and grabbing to go was quite a long wait. The food is really incredible, the space fairly small, and the service a bit slow but it's well worth it if you've got the time. read more

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A pro tip when going to Bob's on the weekends -- go early, because the lines will be about a 10-15 minute wait. But the wait is worth it! What I loved about Bobs is the mix of classic flavors, and new ideas. Like savory bear claws with spinach and mushroom. Or, making a chocolate chip cookie with a blend of gluten free flours, pecans, and coconut for an incredible chew and chocolately flavor. Their bagels are also delicious -- and with the gravlax platter, a wonderful brunch. I can see why people stop on road trips to get treats from here, it really all is incredible, fresh, and tasty. For dinning in, Bob;s has a casual atmosphere with plenty of outdoor seating. While it can feel loud when there are lots of people, it really is not. I would also like to add that they have legit coffee, and non diary milks available to accommodate for dietary restrictions. read more

The pastries here are out of this world! Absolutely delicious! The sticky bun is always my favorite when I am in town.

From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with the smell of freshly baked goods. The bakery had a wide variety of treats on offer, from classic croissants and to more unique items like savory sandwiches. The prosciutto and Brie sandwich was to die for! The quality of the baked goods was exceptional. I particularly enjoyed the flaky croissants, which were perfectly buttery and crispy on the outside while still soft and chewy on the inside. The chocolate babka was also something I wouldn't pass up if they have it! We also got lattes and matcha lattes which were both great. Overall, I highly recommend! read more

If you find yourself in the Los Olivos / Santa Ynez area, I would definitely recommending stopping at Bob's Well Bread. It's a quaint bakery that has a great array of baked goods and sandwiches. My friend and I split the salami sandwich and salad and were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the ingredients. I will definitely be coming back on my next trip to Los Olivos! read more

Bob's ABSOLUTELY lives up to the hype. Due to COVID-19 only one person is allowed into the bakery at a time. They have a system set up where each customer takes a number and when your number is called you can go inside to order. This was a process and it took about an hour for us to order on a Sunday morning, but it was worth every minute of the wait. I ordered the mushroom toast on a biscuit and it was TO DIE FOR. I will be dreaming about this dish until I can return. My boyfriend got a breakfast sandwich and that was also great but the mushroom toast was definitely the star of the show. We also got a chocolate croissant and a sticky bun on the side and both were also amazing. If you're in the area, you MUST make the stop at Bob's!! you will not regret it. read more