Me: I'm not falling for the Dubai chocolate! I pride myself on never having Dubai chocolate! Also me: this Dubai pistachio knafeh cookie is very good. I've walked by Cookie Chachi on the way to and from tennis a few times. It's located across the street from Portsmouth Square and though it offers no seating, looks very cute and there's plenty of outdoor seating options nearby. (Also it's so good to take to-go.) I picked up two cookies--1 Dubai pistachio knafeh and 1 toffee chocolate. Both were delicious--they were unique, with different spices and complex flavor. They were chewy and fresh, even though I didn't eat them/share them for a few hours. They didn't feel overpowering or overwhelming despite their large size. It's minority woman-owned and service was helpful and warm (just like the cookies!) It's a pricey cookie, but it's delicious and unique. It's not something I can make at home! read more

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I'm a fiend for cookies, and when I saw this place I just had to give it a try. With such limited hours it's so hard to, but glad I got a chance! It's a super small location, and they clearly make the cookies elsewhere and package it in super premium packaging to sell for a premium price too. 4.5/5 Dubai Pistachio Knafeh was really nice and you could really tell all the flavors: pistachio, spin pasty dough, and the chocolate chip cookie flavor. It was on the doughy side, but pop it into a toaster oven for 1-2 min and it was as if you got it fresh from the kitchen! I'm very intrigued to the try their other flavors now that I had the one that was their best selling currently. It was a whooping $7, so definitely a premium place for just being a storefront where they sell packaged cookies, but it's clear that it's high quality! read more

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My friend picked up this huge dubai pistachio knafeli cookie for me to try and it was quite heavenly. As someone who doesn't like eating cookies, this was phenomenol. The edges were crispy while the inside was soft and gooey. All the ingredients in it were quite healthy and I felt like I was in culinary heaven. Each bite left me wanting more. Highly recommend this place as their cookies are quite satisfying. read more

Cookie Chachi - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

What's the perfect follow up to a Friday ramen takeout pickup? Dessert, but of course. As I turned the corner on to Kearny Street, I noticed this tiny stand just off the corner (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=js8-lgdVnE2QkEaZWJiMQg). I remember this space being where a watch repair shop that I often stopped to change batteries or address other issues (Thank you, David). Seeing the stand-up sign on the sidewalk, I decided to pick up a few things. In looking at this table, I did not see peanut butter so I asked the young gentleman who told me that it was not available. I pivoted and tried the toffee chocolate chip cookie and chocolate chip cookie (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=QB6eKtLkBxKuaIletJksRg). I first tried the toffee chocolate which was good and went well with my glass of sugarless iced tea. The toffee flavor is on the subtle side. Later in the week, I ate the chocolate chip cookie with a glass of ice water for breakfast. I liked that the freshness lasted for those days. Though I enjoyed the cookies, it's really difficult for me to squeeze that 5th star out. I was spoiled with the heydays of Mrs. Field's Cookies when she opened her first retail location only three blocks away on Pine Street. The cookies would come out temperature hot and, when they packed them in bags (baker's dozen of 13 for $4.00.... I KNOW!), you could smell the butter and see the oil/grease stain the white wax bag. But boy were they delicious. Solid cookie spot and I hope to try the peanut butter cookie when I walk by again. read more

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I admit I was a bit skeptical when I paid $7 for what seemed to be a very flat chocolate chip cookie. But I love trying anything in Dubai chocolate style so I had to get it anyway. I was so pleasantly surprised at how chewy this was, despite seeming so thin and almost crispy! The inside was indeed stuffed with the kataifi and recognizable Dubai chocolate (pistachio) flavor. I felt ashamed for underestimating this perfectly round little cookie! read more

Cookie Chachi - Dubai Pistachio cookie - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

A small cookie place across from Portsmouth Square Park. Tried the Dubai pistachio knafeh cookie. My first time having something Dubai chocolate/Dubai chocolate inspired. It was too sweet for me. The texture was interesting though, a good crisp from the knafeh dough. Could have used a heavier pistachio taste. It is a high end cookie, so expect the price tag that comes with it. read more

Cookie Chachi - Dubai Pistachio Knafeh - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I decided to give Cookie Chachi a try when I saw their stand at the Prescott Night Market in West Oakland. I got the Dubai knafeh pistachio which I thought was pretty good, it was sweet but still had a nice amount of flavor. Neither too soft or too hard. Would recommend giving them a try, thought the cookies are a little expensive ($7) so it is a treat. read more

Cookie Chachi - Dubai knafeh pistachio cookie - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

A very tiny shop selling a few flavors of soft baked cookies. You just order at the counter you cannot go inside. Currently if you have the DoorDash app and you select, "going out" you can get five dollars off a cookie. They have cookies for $5.50. This is a great offer to try a new cookie. On this day, I tried the cardamom and date cookie and I really like it. It is spiced really well and the cookie is soft with a bit of a chew. It's also not too sweet. read more

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Don't sleep on this cookie spot! Located at the corner of Kearny & Clay in Chinatown, Cookie Chachi has some of the best cookies I have had. Got the classic chocolate chip & Dubai pistachio Knafeh, both delicious in their own way. Love the crunchy outside & chewy inside. Service is friendly & it's a fast casual spot that does take away orders. Planning to come back for their Jalebi & Cardamom/Date south Asian flavors! read more

Cookie Chachi - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

A Cookie Monster would definitely love the cookie brand opposite to Portsmouth Playground! But he has no idea that different ingredients Cookie Chachi made with love was clean and ecologically sourced. I been so crazy about Cookie Chachi when I got passed it as I rode a bus with my mom. So this time, I went to quickly both the Dubai Knafeh Pistachio and a can of Sinwise Farms masala chai. They perfectly pair well with each other like Middle Eastern buddies! This set of refreshments were never to disappoint and I highly likely to come back since Cookie Chachi is one of the special places near Chinatown. read more

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This spot was a pain to get to in the middle of Chinatown, but my cookie did not disappoint! We got the toffee chocolate chip and it was super chewy and had the right amount of salt. They have a lot of other unique flavors as well. However, I do think 5.50 for one cookie is a little steep. read more

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Really nice owner. Their cookies are made from the night before and are individually sealed. Each cookie is $5.50 except for the Dubai inspired as that's $7. If you've had Dubai chocolate before you will be disappointed by this cookie. I had to wonder if they packaged the wrong cookie because it just tasted like a salted chocolate chip cookie. There was no crunch from the kataifi and no taste of any pistachio cream. I also tried their cardamom and date cookie and that was good. I love cardamom and really enjoyed it. read more

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Great cookies! My daughter absolutely loves their chocolate chip. It is always nice seeing the staff interact with my daughter. We love coming here an grabbing some cookies after school. read more

they have south asian inspired cookies, we tried the cardamom date cookie--it was very strong in cardamom and the inside was soft but outside held up so not bad. wish they were baked fresh though read more

Cookie Chachi - cardamom date cookie - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Yummy!! My friend and I were stuck in a line getting into the Portsmouth garage across the street, I looked over and saw this cookie shop! I literally jumped out of the car and ran across the street. I got two Dubai Pistachio Knafeh cookies and omg they are so good! I'll be back for more. Bonus it's all organic ingredients and woman owned! read more

I can't even tell you how good these cookies are. They are too good to eat. They are the perfect gift. Each deserves to be unwrapped slowly and savoured one luscious bite after another. The Dubai is clearly a crowd pleaser but the subtle flavoring on the Cardamom Date is next level. 10/10 recommend!! read more

I'm obsessed with the Dubai pistachio cookie. I just bought several and froze some. I do want to try the peanut butter one next. These will make great gifts, too! The location is in a great spot also. read more

Delicious and perfect cookies that are chewy in the middle and crispy around the edges. My favorite is the Dubai pistachio knafeh cookie, which had a buttery, salty, and sweet flavor anThe owner was so sweet to my friends and I. She let us try her new matcha cookie that has a nice balance of sweet, creamy, and earthy. Check it out! read more

On a scale of: 1 chips ahoy 2 safeway bakery cookie 3 subway cookie 4 specialty's cafe cookie (RIP) 5 your absolute favorite local bakery cookie They are a solid 2. If you need a cookie and you are near them then they have a perfectly adequate cookie for you, for only two or three times what the safeway variety costs. read more

I absolutely love these cookies and it is always worth the drive into the city! They have a great selection of flavors and you can never go wrong with any of them! I think about them all the time and can't wait to go back for more!! read more

This is an AMAZING cookie spot ! The nice thing about the cookies is they are individually wrapped so they will keep a bit longer and if you want a warm cookie you can pop in microwave for just 10 seconds and boom tastes like fresh from the oven ! The unique flavors are so so good . read more

THE BEST COOKIES EVER! I tried every one of the cookies and love the unique flavors they offer, my favorites being jalebi and date & cardamom. Their chocolate chip cookie is such a classic and hits the spot whenever you need to get your cookie craving in. Love that the owner bakes in small batches to ensure freshness, which you can truly taste with every bite. The owner is so sweet and helped out with any questions we had, definitely going to be coming back for more! read more

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Cookie Chachi is seriously one of my favorite spots in SF. The cookies are next-level good--I'm obsessed with the Dubai Pistachio Knafeh and the Cardamom & Date ones. You can really taste the quality and the love that goes into everything they bake. The owners are passionate about using the best ingredients and it totally shows. If you haven't tried it yet, you're missing out big time! read more

Spectacular cookies! Each one is sealed for freshness and is incredibly soft and lightly salted for extra flavor! The cardamom one is amazing with fresh cardamom seeds, so delicious! read more

Delicious fresh cookies with simple ingredients and nothing artificial added! Taste homemade

Definitely the best cookies in the city, specifically the Dubai pistachio one. Great service as well