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    Copenhagen Bakery & Cafe

    3.6 (1.6k reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Sway B.

    Simply overrated and sell day old cookies at full price. My buddy's wife picked up some goodies for friends and I working on his home. Let's just say. The goodies weren't so good. When a bunch of men notice the cookies and pastry not being fresh at 10am. Not Good ! Later that day I recognizing the box while having a beer. I mentioned to my friends wife. That I had once visited the same bakery and found it tobe over price. She mentioned. She had paid over $70 dollars for the treats. And that she and my buddy have been living in Burlingame for over 20 years and heard good things about Copenhagen. She stated. Was it that bad ? I stated. The sh@t is still on your kitchen island and when have you seen these guys leave any food. Period !

    Ruby T.

    Fresh baked goods daily! Look at just some of it! Yummy! They have lots on their menu to eat there or order to go. I went with my students and we ordered burger and fries and Philly cheesesteak lunches. Forgot to take a photo of our lunches. Fast friendly and tasty!

    Cake selection always on point!
    Glida D.

    I love this place and think they have the BEST pastries, cookies, and cakes in the Bay Area. Their princess cake is a must for family birthdays and celebrations. I recently visited to pick up a few sweets and have lunch. I ordered a club sandwich and the turkey in my sandwich was covered in a clear jelly that absolutely grossed me out. I was unable to finish and ended up just eating the French fries. Won't be ordering lunch from there again unfortunately.

    Semla
    Hanna L.

    Excited to see this northern European bakery on the way to our trip. There was no price tag in each item but generally was very affordable (less than 10 each for a big piece of napoleon and princess cake). Had to try out Semla (Swedish snowman looking bread with fresh cream/almond paste inside) as soon as we got the bread for curiosity. It was not comparable to the authentic real semla I had in Sweden but fulfills the flavors, with that fresh cream, cardamom, and almond jam. The bread was a bit dry and wish it was freshly baked. Overall classic interior design and comfortable cozy local bakery vice, I'd love to visit again next time we pass by!

    Julia T.

    This place has the advantage of being the only Danish bakery I'm aware of on the peninsula, but it's my favorite! I come here every time I come to Burlingame, and my favorite items here are the napoleon hat, almond horns, and the Sarah Bernhardt. I love almond flavored pastries and anything marzipan, so I always love danish baked goods. It has definitely gotten more expensive over the years but since it's the only place I know for danish goods I still come here. Prices are not listed but it's usually around $5-7 per item I believe, and $7 for the baguettes. I got a Dutch crunch baguette last time and it was really delicious, flavorful bread. There's also a cafe portion with food for lunch and dinner which I've had once, and the sandwiches were fine, but I really come here for the baked goods. Lots of indoor seating and some outdoor tables. Service is friendly and packages the baked goods with care. Definitely recommend checking this place out for danish pastries and cakes!

    Mozart (left), Almond Horn (top), Chocolate Petit Four (right)
    Karl G.

    Copenhagen Bakery is a charming neighborhood establishment with rich history. Located in downtown Burlingame, it was originally founded in 1977 by a Danish husband-and-wife duo and passed on to a new family in 2022 who've done a wonderful job preserving its local character and bakery excellence. They offer a wide array of pastries, but their true standouts are the traditional Danish baked goods. Expect plenty of butter, laminated dough, cardamom, almond paste, custard, and fruit preserves -- staples of Danish pastry culture. - Chocolate Petit Four -- layered almond cake with buttercream, coated in chocolate and finished with pistachio bits; crisp edges, smooth textures, and beautifully balanced flavors - Mozart -- sponge cake layered with apricot, French vanilla chocolate, and marzipan, then dipped in chocolate; moist and rich with a nice tart marzipan profile - Almond Horn -- crescent-shaped almond paste cookie rolled in sliced almonds and dipped in dark chocolate; my favorite of the three -- a European classic done right Inside, the bakery features long glass cases brimming with pastries, and they also have a full restaurant menu. The vibe is warm and welcoming, with friendly service and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Highly recommend stopping by for a Danish pastry (or three).

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    Jeremy L.

    Food here was super delicious, came here for brunch there was no wait. You can sit inside or outside. I highly recommend the breakfast potatoes but the hashbrows are nice too. Staff was very friendly. And the atmosphere was very nice.

    Rich H.

    Had lunch there a month ago mid-week and the place was crowded. Luckily, I was able to order quickly and get a table. I have only eaten there for breakfast and had not tried lunch. I went with one their specials, a chicken sandwich and fries. It was quite good and I never thought of them as a good sandwich place. I will have to remember them whenever I am in downtown Burlingame. Another note, they have an excellent selection of brewed coffee. This guy loves coffee and I had to stay a little longer to enjoy an extra cup. Okay, only one pic this time.

    Strawberry Muffin
    Stella K.

    We stopped by here after a morning appt at UCSF around the corner from Burlingame Ave. This Bakery & Cafe seems pretty large, and it is divided into a bakery section on one side and cafe section on the other. It was confusing at first with multiple doors. Plenty of seating inside, and lots of seating outside on the sidewalk. It's a pretty chill environment in the morning. You don't feel rushed at all. The vibe : just relax, read a book, look out the window, or meet up with friends for coffee or meal. And there's a spacious restroom in the back. No diaper changing area, however I appreciate the door hook for hanging purses. The bakery section has lots of display cases showing off cakes, pastries, etc. You will be overwhelmed browsing through their offerings. So here's the weird thing I noticed. Price is not labeled on anything here. Another thing is the Beverages Sign on the wall behind the counter (see photo) lists the usual espresso drink you'd expect to find, and again, there are no prices listed. I picked up a Strawberry Muffin and a Cappuccino. I don't know what each one cost individually. I only know that I was charged $9.50 for both. The cost is not what bothers me. It's the lack of transparency on their pricing. I was looking forward to this sweet treat & morning caffeine. Unfortunately, the Strawberry Muffin was unremarkable. There are a few strawberries visible on top, but none on the inside (see photo). The inside is cake-like with not one strawberry inside. This was disappointing. The cappuccino looked more promising. There was good foam on top! But when I reached the coffee underneath, I found it to have a burnt bitter taste. It was undrinkable. Is this why they give you sugar? I normally drink my cappuccinos without any added sugars. Adding this packet of sugar did not help improve the coffee.

    Danish Layer Cake
    Elaine Y.

    Come for the cake - forgo the rest of the menu! We came for brunch today after noticing just about every other place was packed. That's not to say that Copenhagen was empty but there was definitely a little more breathing room. I ordered the pancake combo and a latte and yikes, the latte was a shot of burnt espresso in a cup of milk. Like, you could taste the smokiness burnt. I would never serve that. The breakfast plate was decent though. Pancakes were smaller than most but it had that nice fluffy yet chewy texture. The bacon was thick and griddled just right to be crisp yet meaty and my favorite part was the fried medium egg. This one was cooked perfectly. It had that satisfying crispy edge with a still runny yolk - tasty! We also had some omelettes on the table but the egg looked way too thick and less like a nice eggy wrap. We also asked to sub some toast with a danish but it wasn't until long after we left that we realized we never got the danishes! Bummer!

    Sanna A.

    I came in randomly just by walking by. I wasn't sure what I wanted. They had a large selection of different cakes and pasteries. The lady who helped me was super nice, but I was not super impressed with what I tried. I ordered a cookie, cupcake and a cheesecake. I will have to go back and try more items. Service 5/5 Food: 3/5 Ambiance: 3/5

    Becky V.

    Just beautiful cookie and pastry choices if you're looking for something to bring to a party or gathering. Check out the festive seasonal holiday cookies too, like Halloween they had some ghost pumpkin and spooky character pieces, would decorate a party table very nicely if you're going for a theme. Cakes can be bought in slices if you just want a bit

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    DANIEL W.

    The place is very warm and inviting we went there to purchase a King cake for our Mardi Gras dinner, ended up having a nice lunch. The food was good and hot the service was very good. The bakery is to die for we will be back

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    Ask the Community - Copenhagen Bakery & Cafe

    Are you open on New Year's Day?

    Hi, We are open 6am-6pm on Friday, New Year's Eve. We will be closed Saturday, New Year's Day.… Read more

    Are any of their pastries/desserts sugar free?

    I think their cheesecakes are sugar free.

    Is the Princess Cake available by the slice?

    Yes! But I recommend getting the entire thing - more bang for your buck and taste buds honestly ✨

    Do you have KRANSEKAGE?

    Hi, Yes, we do. Individual sized ones and 9 or 18 ring ones.… Read more

    Are there vegan options?

    I am not sure, the easiest way to find out would be to call them before going there.

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    Prompt communication by email made it easy to get this cake ordered while dealing with other things…read more(at work!) It was well packed in a sturdy box for transport. This tall cake served twenty easily (I sliced it in two layers), and was an enormous hit with the newly four year old. The adults loved the chocolate cookie "hole" construction site, everyone wanted to know where it was from. The flavor and texture of the chocolate cake was excellent, much much better than a store cake. I had low expectations for the frosting flavor given the decorations and past experience with kid birthday cakes but this was outstanding. Overall a huge hit and well worth the price for what was also the perfect centerpiece for the table. I will happily reorder from this bakery whenever we need an event cake, it was just so easy and so rewarding.

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