these new baked good places are always trending, you see people taking pictures and posting this and that. I have to say though, the pricing is somewhat reasonable for what you get. very insanely delicious cream puffs I call it 2.0 of beard papas and they have other special baked goods as well. My favorite is the taro egg and the matcha. We have come back many times it's that good! I wonder their rent though may be high and feel really bad about it. Please support small business!! read more

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Beard Papa's may have the market share on cream puff spots, but Browned definitely makes for a worthy contender! Located inside a condo complex, it's a small, cozy shop serving not only cream puffs but also coffee, tea, and other baked goods. What makes the cream puffs here so good is their unique crumbly, cookie-like shell, which reminds me of the topping on concha bread or a coffee bun. Combined with the fluffy whipped cream filling, it's easy to get addicted. The only thing that may give you pause at indulging in said addiction is at $4 a piece, they're a bit pricey for their small size. I ordered the four-piece assortment and chose the following flavors: vanilla bean, Biscoff crunch, matcha, and oolong. The vanilla bean and Biscoff were my favorites of the bunch. Matcha and oolong weren't very sweet, and the tea flavor came through strongly. If you prefer desserts that lean less sweet, you'll likely enjoy them. As for me, I'm more partial to the sweeter options and look forward to trying more of their flavors. read more

As a big fan of cream puffs, I have been wanting to come try out this place for a long time. In additional to the cream puffs, all the pastries looked really good. It was a hard decision to decide which flavor to buy for the cream puffs. I eventually went for oolong, matcha, vanilla, dark chocolate, lemon, and oolong. Oolong was my favorite and I'm happy to have ordered 2 puffs in oolong. The blueberry danish and almond croissant was also really buttery flaky and delicious. read more

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Finally made it to Browned and these Macau Mini Cream Puffs disappeared so fast the box looked personally offended. We got the 4-piece set with Bischoff Crunch, Taiwan Dong Ding Oolong Tea, Marukyu Matcha, and Dark Chocolate because leaving chocolate behind feels illegal. First bite in and suddenly everyone at the table forgot manners. The puff shells were perfectly crisp and airy, while the cream inside was smooth, light, and not sugar-bomb sweet. Every flavor showed up exactly as advertised too. The matcha came in earthy and rich, the oolong tasted like tea leaves earned a pastry degree, and the Bischoff Crunch almost caused a "who had more bites" courtroom situation. Meanwhile the Dark Chocolate sat there quietly like the cool cousin at the family party before completely stealing the show. The drinks were not about to get overshadowed either. The Pistachio Cream Top Latte was ridiculous in the best way possible, especially knowing they roast the pistachios in-house before turning them into that silky nutty cloud on top. And the Lemon Breeze Espresso? Bright, citrusy, refreshing, basically summer on vacation while espresso does cartwheels in the background. Safe to say Browned did not come to play. My caffeine levels are concerning, my dessert standards are now unrealistic, and yes... I'm already planning my return like a pastry addict with a mission. read more

Browned - 4-piece set with Bischoff Crunch, Taiwan Dong Ding Oolong Tea, Marukyu Matcha, and Dark Chocolate Drink is the Pistachio Cream Top Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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The pre-ordering system is super easy to use, and pickup is even smoother. You just arrive at the bakery and everything is already packed and ready to go--quick, efficient service with plenty of parking in the structure. I love their cream puffs--they're the perfect size when you want something sweet but not overwhelming. My favorite flavor was the oolong tea, though all of the others were great too. On another visit, I ordered the sesame latte and it was amazing. You could really taste the black sesame in the cream top, and it paired perfectly with the coffee. They definitely didn't hold back on the flavor. read more

Browned - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Find me a treasure bread coffee shop with good looks and strength online! As soon as I entered the door, I was confused by the box full of puffs and coson fragrance. It was completely a paradise for dessert fans Puff Want their Dong Ding Oolong and matcha puffs Dong Ding Oolong The tea fragrance is particularly strong, not that kind of dead sweet cream. At first, there is a faint oolong tea fragrance in the mouth, and the afterter sweetness is very obvious. After eating, it will not be greasy at all. Matcha Puff The source of happiness of matcha stars , the filling is thick and smooth, with a slight bitter charm and tea fragrance, and it goes well with the crispy puff shell. bread Rose Lychee Raspberry Croffin What is amazing this time is that the rose lychee is praised. The outer layer is crispy and the slag is falling off. The song itself has a rich milky fragrance, with the fragrance of rose and lychee fruit. The sense of hierarchy is particularly rich, which is a taste that will be remembered after a bite. almond cream is also with a strong almond fragrance and silky milk sauce, which is full of aroma but not too sweet. runny yolk kimchi bacon garlic roll can be praised Salty The moment you cut it, the egg yolk slowly flows out, with smoked flavor and garlic cream, salty and fragrant, which is very suitable for brunch. coffee Their latte series is also very good. Hazelnut Latte With the aroma of nuts, the coffee and milk fragrance blend very smoothly. Matcha Latte The tea is rich in flavor, and the taste is silky and smooth. It is not only sweet, and matcha has a strong sense of presence. Black Sesame Latte The aroma of sesame is strong, and it feels like a combination of Chinese dessert and coffee. The more you drink, the more delicious it is. On the whole, whether it is puffs, songs or drinks, it doesn't step on a mine. It's good-looking and delicious. It's very suitable for weekend dates, sister afternoon tea or being alone in a daze Browned is located on the first floor of the one apartment building opposite the Hawaii supermarket. It is very convenient. read more

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It was definitely a journey getting my hands on these popular cream puffs! I happened to be in the area and decided to check out the hot and new bakeries in the area; saw that there was a new cream puff spot open on Del Mar and Valley. Totally missed the parking structure and parked on the residential street, but there is customer parking off Del Mar. Unfortunately I came by when there was an event and no cream puffs were available that day. I was told to come back early the next morning, which I did! Hours originally were at 11/11:30 - I got there around 12:30 and several flavors were already sold out. I was told that the next batch would be out around 2 pm. I ended up choosing a few duplicates, which worked out (although some flavors I really wanted to try were already out). You order in sets with 4 pieces at $16, 6 for $23, 8 for $30, and 12 for $44. I ended up going for a box of 6, trying the blueberry, maple pecan with chocolate coating, dark chocolate, and earl grey. These cream puffs aren't big, but more on the mini side. However, I can appreciate the time and effort it goes into baking these. Each one had a crispy shell, filled with pastry cream - super soft on the inside, making for a crunchy yet satisfyingly chewy bite. Out of the four, I liked blueberry and maple pecan the best, while the earl grey and chocolate were just ok. Definitely want to try the Biscoff and tea flavor, but I'll settle for trying it once the hype dies down (if it ever does!). There's a tall table for customers to enjoy the pastries, but no chairs as it's more of a grab and go place. I believe the bakery is run by a husband and wife duo. Maybe slightly overwhelmed with the success, but they seem to be doing great. You can order on hot plate to reserve a box although days and hours are limited. Glad to see this new edition in SGV! read more

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Finally, a real croissant place in this part of the SGV! After fulfilling my wishes for real coffee with Yihui and Monolith, the pastry God has answered my call for flaky crunchy fancy schmancy croissants in the West SGV. We tried the kimchi bacon with salted egg, pistacchio Dubai chocolate, plain, and a couple of cream puffs. All the croissants were deliciously crunchy flaky, my favorite is the pistacchio Dubai chocolate but the kimchi was also very creative. All the cream puffs were also great but personally croissants are harder to perfect for me so this is the spot for that. I also had a pistacchio cream latte that was delicious as well. The pricing is on the higher side compared to other pastries but if you're used to getting croissants elsewhere like at Delight (Pasadena), Bread Lounge (DTLA), Friends & Family (Los Feliz) then this is on par. With the care that goes into making the pastries here, they are justified to charge this type of pricing. read more

Delicious cream puffs!! Their cream puffs are like choux au craquelin--crispy cookie layer on the outside with creamy, flavorful fillings. Although Yelp says they open at 11AM, they actually open at 12PM (they're working to fix that). Kelly (I think the owner) was so helpful in answering my questions about the desserts. I tried the Biscoff, Matcha, Vanilla, Taiwan Dong Ding Oolong Tea, and Blueberry. The Biscoff was the sweetest but also my favorite because it had a nice crunch. The Oolong Tea had a strong, distinct tea flavor, and both the Matcha and Vanilla were at just the right sweetness for me. 6 pieces came out to $23. Kelly also mentioned that most people come around 1-2PM, and they usually sell out of certain flavors later in the afternoon, so go earlier if you want more options. Parking: I used the parking garage (entrance located on Del Mar Ave) that connects to the shops and residential lobby. Take the elevator to the shops up, and Browned is right across from the elevator on the first floor. Definitely worth a visit if you love cream puffs! read more

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I came here on a Saturday afternoon to pick up some pastries because this bakery is only open several days during the week and I heard that it does get sold out quite often so I wanted to make sure that I tried this place! They did have a good selection of pastries available. I got some of their cream puffs, coffee and a croissant. The bakery is located on the first floor of an apartment complex. The store is relatively small and there is no seating inside so it's meant for being a to-go spot, though there is seating outside. They packed the pastries in a box and the coffee was made fresh on the spot. I saw the worker grind the coffee beans on the spot, and the quality shows because the coffee was really good. The cream puffs were good and came with several flavors. I got a box of six and got all of their flavors, the chocolate being my favorite. There was a lot of cream in the puff which I didn't prefer, but that's a personal preference on my end. The croissant was also really good, super soft and flaky! Cream puff isn't my favorite pastry, but this one was definitely one of the better ones that I've had. I definitely recommend you chucking this place out if you are in the area! read more

Browned - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I have always been a fan of Beard Papa's, but Browned just took cream puffs to the next level - now I can't look back. One bite of the cream puffs from Browned and you'll instantly know that the quality of ingredients used at Browned is of higher quality. To give an example, look at my photo comparing the green matcha puff from Beard Papa's vs. from Browned (yes, I went to both places on the same day as I wanted to be able to do a head-to-head comparison) - just look at that color difference!!! The store is very small, so it can quickly get crowded. However, staff are friendly, happy to answer any questions, and are prompt in their service. There were 2 groups ahead of me and I waited about 5-8 minutes. 1. Koyamaen Matcha Cream Puff (5/5) The high quality matcha used can truly be tasted upon 1st bite. The earthy and subtly bitterness goes to show the quality. If you're not a fan of that earthy, grassy taste and prefer more of sweet matcha, then this may not be for you; better stick to Beard Papa's matcha puffs then. The outer shell of the puff was perfectly baked to the right amount of crispiness to give that crunch without being over "browned [haha, get it?]." It has a lightly caramelized texture, but is not too sweet at all. 2. Madagascar Vanilla Bean Cream Puff (5/5): Wowie - in a good way. The vanilla flavor was very strong; it's like eating the old fashion vanilla flavored ice cream from the good-ol days. Rich and delightful. 3. 64% Chocolate Cream Puff (5/5): If you are a chocolate lover, you cannot miss this flavor. It is decadent with its dark, bitter chocolate flavor...yet, not too sweet or sickening. 4. Biscoff Crunch Cream Puff (5/5): The base is mild and creamy, but is infused with pieces of Loft cookie bits, which adds that addicting Loft cookie taste and adds crunch to the overall texture. 5. Taiwan Oolong Tea (4/5) Cream Puff (4/5): This was actually the flavor I was most looking forward to as I am a HUGE tea lover. Unfortunately, this flavor failed to meet my expectation. The cream itself has a good amount of roasted tea flavor, but once you eat it with the puff shell, it overpowers the tea flavor and immediately loses the tea flavor/character. I hope they work on the ratio of tea flavoring on this to improve it as there is so much potential here. 6. Squished Croissant (5/5): Say what? Yes, you read that right. It's literally a croissant that was SQUISHED/smashed and then baked. It is super crunchy & buttery; almost like a "concentrated croissant." The taste reminds me of those butterfly palmier cookies. Will definitely be back!!! read more

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Honestly would highly recommend browned for a sweet treat! I ordered four of their cream puffs to try. I ordered the chocolate hazelnut maple, matcha, lemon, and oolong cream puff. My personal favorite was the oolong and the lemon. You can really taste the oolong flavor in the cream. The cream puffs weren't too sweet either. The cream puff shell also had a light breading to it and wasn't too soft like beard papa's. Browned is on the pricier end, though considering that these are specialty cream puffs I would say it's worth the splurge. Service was decent. The server didn't really greet us though she was helpful towards the end. The shop itself has minimal space though on the outside there is plenty of seating. Worth a try! read more

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- accurate and deep flavors - maintains crispiness when eaten day of - small sized (~2") - 4 for $16 ($4 per) or 8 for $30 ($3.75 per) -underground parking entrance on Del Mar Ave -store front in courtyard, straight ahead off elevators read more

Browned - Cream Puffs - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

OMG! I think I had the best croissants and cream puffs ever at this bakery! We tried the almond and the flat chocolate croissants. They're crispy and stayed crispy next day (we couldn't finish all in one sitting). The staff were helpful and friendly. It's pretty small inside but cute and clean. We will definitely go back for more! read more

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LOVED!!! The crème puff was not overly sweet! If you are in to strong tea flavor crème puff I would highly recommend. My favorite was the biscoff crème puff! The oolong tea and match was also great but it was super strong. I would definitely come back again. My only wish is that I hope they extend their hours ! read more

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Great quality cream puffs with strong flavored filling. The puffs are small but I find them to be perfectly sized for what they are. Between my family and I we've tried practically all flavors and the favorites are matcha, Biscoff, chocolate, and vanilla. My runner up is oolong because the flavor is there but something about the cream overpowers the tea flavor. They recommend consuming within the same day but I've had them the day after and the crust texture was still fine. I walked in the first time during a weekday afternoon and they were sold out. The owner told me about online preorders and that's how I've been ordering ever since. Kudos to them for adapting and trying to meet the demand! read more

Browned - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I came right at 12 PM in order to get the cream puffs I wanted to get! The food is mostly baked pastries such as cream puffs and croissants! The ambiance is modern, minimalistic and clean! It's pretty simple with it being a walk in store! There's a variety of flavors and I got each one this day and an additional oolong tea. They were, in my opinion, perfectly sweet. The unique flavors are nice and light. I would recommend this to other people and would like to try their matcha whenever it's available. TIP: Come early unless you order these on HotPlate. There is free parking! However, not sure if there's a nearby restroom that you can go to. read more

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Found this spot on Yelp and it's quickly become one of my regulars. Kelly (the owner) is super welcoming and genuinely makes you feel comfortable every time you walk in. I've been back a few times now and the consistency is what really stands out. The drinks are always solid, the pastries are fresh, and everything looks just as good as it tastes. No drop-off between visits, which I really appreciate. Overall just a reliable, well-run spot with good energy. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

Browned - Cream puffs - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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I got two latte, 4 puffs, and a flat croissant. I really like the taro flavor puff, it has salted egg yolk sauce in it. Really love this place! I will absolutely come back next time! read more

Browned - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Social media hyped up the choux, but it didn't quite live up to it for me. Unfortunately, the vanilla bean choux missed the mark for me. The crust lacked that signature crunch, and the filling didn't have a distinct vanilla bean flavor. Instead, it tasted just like the standard whipped cream you get at a traditional Asian bakery cake. On the bright side, the Dubai chocolate croissant was incredibly flaky and crunchy. While I enjoyed the pastry itself, I wished it had more kataifi and less pistachio cream; the cream was so thick that it was actually a bit hard to swallow. That said, the excellent, flaky quality of the croissant definitely makes me want to come back and try the dark chocolate pressed croissant next time read more

Browned - dubai chocolate croissant and vanilla - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Pre-ordered via HotPlate since they have been selling out every time I inquire. We got there at around 2pm and there were plenty of cream puffs left. We got their biscoff, matcha, blueberry bliss and oolong. All of them were incredible but my personal favorite was the biscoff. You can really taste the quality of the puff. They are on the small side but extremely delicious. My wife and I planned on saving a couple for later in the day but ended up finishing all 4 within minutes. Highly recommend. read more

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Absolutely worth the visit! Browned has some of the best pastries I've had in SGV. The puffs are light, crispy, and not overly sweet. My favorites were the Oolong tea, Salted Egg Yolk Taro, and Dark Chocolate flavors. We also loved the Rose Lychee Raspberry Croissant and the Kimchi Runny Egg Croissant，the sweet and savory combination was so unique. Everything tasted fresh and beautifully made. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to! read more

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Finally my late nights on yelp searching "hot and new" paid off. This is the cutest little shop so it is grab-and-go. all of the cream fillings were not too sweet and the sweetest one was probably the biscoff crunch but not by a lot. The outside textures of the cream puff was crunchy and so addictive. what we got: Classic 64% Dark Chocolate - this was really lived up to its name. The right amount of bitterness in the cream filling. Taiwan Dong Ding Oolong Tea - think of your typical oolong milk tea with 25% sugar at any boba shop. This one was not my favorite and left me wanting more sugar, but my friends really liked this one since they prefer less sweeter desserts than me. Madagascar Vanilla Bean - This one was my least favorite, but it was still really good. I just preferred all of the other cream puffs over this. Blueberry Heaven - the Greek yogurt filling paired with the blueberry was soso good. Signature Biscoff Crunch - my absolute favorite one. Usually biscoff or cookie butter is too sweet for me, but this one was perfect. It was sweeter than all of the other cream puffs which was why this is my top one. Koyamaen Matcha - this one was my second place favorite. The matcha is so perfectly bitter but not too bitter at the same time. The matcha cream filling does tend to be a bit runny compared to the others after driving. Parking - you're able to park in the garage under visitor parking. The entrance is on Del Mar Ave. make sure to refrigerate it as soon as you can! read more

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Their cream puffs are good. Some flavors are really great while some flavors don't appeal to us. Lemon and Vanilla stood out as the best. The rest were OK or not good at all. The flat crossiant was not recommended. Service is definitely 5 stars or more if I could give higher ratings, I would. Its a small shop so seating is mostly outdoors. read more

Browned - Mixed flavors - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

UPDATE: the owner reached out to offer a refund and explain the delays. i appreciate the refund and the prompt communication, so i'm moving my rating to 3 stars for their professional customer service and willingness to make things right. --- (original review below) --- 1 star because of how insanely inefficient the order pick up process was. i informed the cashier that i had an order pickup and she let me know that someone would prepare it in the back, but it ended up some guy coming out from the back 5 minutes later and just picking it from the display???? i also didn't see him change his gloves as he put the cream puffs in the box as well. after he boxed my order, he put it next to the cashier as she was still helping out someone else, and at this point i was already annoyed because i thought preordering meant that my order would've been packed up and ready to go. i had to ask the girl if the box was my order and she just said yes and handed it to me. what's the point of ordering ahead of time if the process is the same as a walk in order?? cream puffs tasted fine but are insanely overpriced, would not come back due to how inefficient the order pick up process was and questionable hygiene practice. read more

Finally got to try this new cream puffs spot everyone has been raving about. So glad I did cuz it's one of the best cream puffs I ever had. It's not overly sweet, very flavorful, and made to perfection. Each bite is so mouth watering delicious. Really like the tea flavored ones. It tastes just like a milk tea drink. Very nice and great service. Cute lil shop too. Need to try their drinks and other menu items next time. There's an underground parking lot in this kinda vacant plaza off Valley Blvd. and Del Mar Ave. read more

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The cream puffs were airy, lightly crisp, and not too sweet. They offer some unique Asian flavors since as matcha and oolong. Considering the size of the cream puffs, the prices are a bit high, but that's to be expected for a small shop. I'll like to try their drinks next time! read more

Browned - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Crunchy cream puffs! I was so glad to try this for dessert! We ended up getting 6 cream puffs and the one that stood out the most was the biscoff. The oolong tea was great and had strong tea flavors! I would highly recommend. Plenty of parking on Valley. read more

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I was searching for some good coffee and Browned was recommended to me via Yelp. One of the owners was at the front tending to us all, and she was EXTREMELY informative. It is obvious she has a passion in what she makes, and it shows in both presentation and flavor. I ordered their Housemade Pistachio Cream Top latte. As someone who typically orders 0% to 30% sweetness, they NAILED their latte in terms of taste. There is a delicate note that comes with their coffee and the pistachio cream top perfectly complements it. The cream top itself is uniquely pistachio forward, and I appreciate the nuttiness in flavor and texture. I also had their Black Truffle Mushroom Danish. They top it with arugula when you order it. It is SO GOOD. I feel like truffle can overpower a dish and they nail it with it not being too much. The pastry is so flakey and delicate. The inside has a good bite and chew. I prefer savory pastries, and they thankfully do it well without being so salty! The owners truly know good balance in texture and nuance in flavor to highlight the star ingredients. It is obvious the place is well kept and gorgeous. There is a small seating area alongside the window for quick bites and sips. They also have limited outside seating. The place is really meant for grab and go. Regardless, I am happy this is so close and this is definitely going to be in my rotation! read more

Browned - Housemade Pistachio Cream Top coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Browned! is a very cute, small pastry shop that's perfect for a casual dessert stop. I went later in the evening, so a few flavors were already sold out, but there was still a decent selection to choose from. The cream puffs themselves are solid: the outer shell is nicely crisp, and the cream filling inside is light and not overly sweet, which I really appreciated. The balance is well done, and they're definitely enjoyable--I'd happily get them again. The price point feels a bit steep for the size, and while they're yummy, they didn't feel especially unique compared to spots like Beard Papa's, where you get a larger cream puff with a similarly light filling for the price. Parking is decent, which is a plus--there's an underground parking lot available, making the visit pretty convenient. Overall, Browned! is worth trying at least once, especially if you're nearby or craving something sweet. Not necessarily a go-to or "must-buy" dessert for me, but still a pleasant treat and a cute spot to check out. read more

Browned - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Browned is located inside the retail spaces at the bottom of The One apartment complex across from Hawaii Supermarket. They have an underground parking structure and you'll find the store once you get off of the elevator. The store itself is small a few people inside and outside of the store. The service was quick and efficient. They have a selection of cream puffs and pastries. I tried the Taiwan ding dong oolong tea, matcha, lemon, maple pecan dark chocolate coating cream puffs, lemon glazed almond croissant, and kimchi bacon garlic roll. The cream puffs are small and you can finish them in one or two bites. The cream wasn't too sweet and perfect balance of the crunch of the puff. The pastries were delicious as well, but the cream puffs are definitely the star of the show. This place is definitely worth visiting. read more

Browned - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Soo happy to have come across this bakery in the SGV!! It's become one of my new favorites. There was no wait and you can either order ahead online or go in-store and order. The owners and employee were sweet and you can smell the pastries as soon as you walk inside! I loved their fresh baked cream puffs (must try their signature biscoff crunch), their croissant pastries were super buttery and flaky, and the lemon almond croissant was really good as well! read more

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I was in the area and was curious about visiting because of a Facebook post. I parked in the free parking and took an elevator up to the bakery. Upon arriving, there were no baked goods left at 3p, but a couple chocolate croissants. Disappointed. read more

I came here one day to try their Dong Ding Oolong cream puff, and I have continued to come ever since! As a baker, I am a bit jealous of how perfect their shells are. They are perfectly crispy and buttery, even while holding a dollop of cream inside. The Dong Ding Oolong flavor is the best if you don't like sweets too much, and the Biscoff is the best for you sweet tooths! Everytime I come here, I am greeted with a kind smile and a new creative flavor. Not pictured here, but their Kimchi Bacon Garlic roll is my new favorite savory pastry! The quality is consistently good, and I love how they are always trying something new. It makes it even more exciting! read more

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On a Sunday afternoon 12 noon in early November, my sister and I parked on the street to try new cream puffs. It's located in the apartment building next to jazz cat and across from Hawaii market. The bakery opens at 12noon Thursday to Sunday to 3pm. There were 2 ladies before us. Inside bakery is small with glass display of mini cream puffs of various flavors. They also sell plain croissants and chocolate croissants. We bought 8 pieces for $30. The husband and wife were in the kitchen baking with one cashier. The lemon mini cream puff was so good and easily pop in my mouth. The chocolate croissant was flaky and buttery and it was so good. Everything was very tasty. read more

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Still in soft opening, located near our home, I saw this bakery offered chocolate pecan pressed, which I have been wanting to try. Stopped by this evening, unfortunately, none were available, was told I can order online via Instagram. Regardless decided to buy a couple of pastries and coffee. The small round filled pastries were delicious! We'll definitely place order via Instagram and come back! Located at the corner of Del Mar and Valley Boulevard, plenty of parking located underground. read more

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Browned definitely wow'd me. I didn't have much expectations coming in as I'm not really a cream puff fan, but I will have to say that the cream puffs here are totally different from beard papa. They have fun flavors like Dong Ding Oolong, Vanilla bean, Matcha, etc. The crunchy outside was a stand out for me, usually other cream puffs have a softer, moist outside. The cream itself was very rich and not too sweet, which made it very enjoyable to eat! I think once Heytea and other shops in this plaza/apartment complex open, this store will surely be a go to for many people! read more

Browned - dong ding oolong filling - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

It's a small shop but the girl was very friendly. I got dong ding oolong and matcha. Both are very delicious. It's a french style cream puff (choux) which not a lot of bakeries have so the price is pretty justified imo. The outside is crispy and the cream is filled until theres no hollow space inside. They are not too sweet which is a plus for me. Everything is very thoughtful here even the water cup is a fancier plastic cup. It was also very nice watching them handle the puffs gently and carefully. When we asked for a paper bag to separate she even cut them shorter so it's not annoying for us. Everything was perfect I will definitely come again to try other flavors! read more

Browned - Dongding oolong and matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I feel like Browned is very popular on social media lately so I decided to give it a try. I got a box of 4 cream puffs for $16. The price is definitely very very steep especially considering that they're mini! I tried the blueberry - probably my favorite. It has a blueberry on top and the inside has blueberry jam and greek yogurt. The biscoff is my second favorite - it tastes like a cookie. The maple pecan was very very strong in flavor but I think paired with the cream, it was a tiny bit too much. The dong ding oolong was also very very strong in tea flavor. Service is nice, there's a free parking structure. They have drinks and other pastries as well. There's indoor bar seating and also 2 small tables outside in a shaded area. It's cute and fun, but for the price, I definitely don't think it's worth the price. read more

If you're looking for really good flavorful cream puffs with a unique Asian inspired cream flavor, this is the place. The first time I came here, we got a set of 8 cream puffs for thanksgiving in 2025. We wanted some desserts to enjoy after our little thanksgiving dinner and it was delicious. The cream puffs were soft and creamy. The cream was smooth and light, not too sweet. They were still perfect to enjoy after putting it in the fridge for a couple hours. I couldn't pick a favorite. I wish they weren't closed for the first half of the week. When we finally found an opportunity to visit again in the days that they're open, we got a set of 4 cream puffs, 2 drinks, and a croissant. The cream puffs were still amazing. They had a new flavor this time. I tried their new lemon breeze, and it was definitely crisp and refreshing like they said. I love the flavor of the lemon being added to the espresso. It's perfect for a hot day. I hope they keep it and make it permanent on the menu. Their ice Americano was also refreshing and nicely roasted. Not bitter at all. Their lemon glazed almond croissant was perfect. I brought it home to eat for the next day. After toasting it in the oven, it came it really crispy still, flavor was still strong. I love that you can taste the lemon and the sweetness over the almond balanced out the lemon flavor. Possibly my favorite way to eat a croissant now. I had a small conversation with the owner and she's really nice and friendly. I'll definitely be coming back to try out the new flavors. read more

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