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    Cream Pan

    4.5 (7k reviews)
    Open 5:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    CREAM PAN ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
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    Good for groups

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    Thuy L.

    It's obvious that their most popular item is the strawberry croissant--and it definitely is yummy. Can't go wrong with that. They also sell other baked goods as well as some savory items like curry pan, onigiri, and even steamed buns. They have premade sandwiches and rolls as well. Recommend!

    Sharon K.

    The strawberries croissant are amazing. I bought a 6 pack which is perfect size to share with the family. They also great item to bring to a potluck if you don't have any idea to bring. They are always a hit with everyone. They also have other pastries, sandwiches, and coffee. But most people come for the strawberry croissant! Parking is easy and shared among other businesses in the area.

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    Jasmine D.

    First time visiting Cream Pan after having it all the time from people bringing it to parties! Plenty of parking for the busy bakery. Once you step inside, you are surrounded by all of their baked goods. They have way more than their famous strawberry croissants. We decided to just get a quick snack and the pork bun was a great option. Service was very quick for lunch rush.

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    Holly C.

    BEST BAKERY IN OC Their strawberry croissants are must try, flaky and buttery croissant with not too sweet custard is the perfect snack for an afternoon treat Varieties of different small bites from sweet to savory like katsu sandwich and sushi. Their pork buns are amazingly soft and pillowy as well. Pastry shelf has various bread but my favorite has to be the blueberry scone! The interior is cozy and easy to navigate. Everything is organized and easy to browse Services are great and helpful! Parking is no problem as the lot has plenty parking. DO COME EARLY BEFORE THEY SELL OUT!

    Jackson T.

    I have to go back to cream pan whenever I'm in socal. Everything still tastes great and they still have all the pastries I enjoy. During my recent trip here, I got cream Puffs (my favorite) and the strawberry croissant. There was a short line but it moved quickly. Customer service was average, and they keep the line moving. I would've ordered more, but was flying back to sac in a few hours so had to limit what I ordered to bring back. This location is the original and it is crowded inside since they sell goods also. I believe they have a few tables for dining in outside, bit I've never dined in so cannot speak to that. I'll continue to go here, or one of their other locations when I'm in So-Cal.

    Strawberry Croissants. Yum!
    Betty G.

    We had the strawberry cream filled croissants for dessert by request of our staff. Cream Pan's staples. My favorite. Always fresh and delicious.

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    Emmett T.

    We have made pit stops at this OG branch of Cream Pan in Tustin over the years. The location of this well-known Japanese/French bakery was unusual in that it's isolated in a corner of the El Camino Plaza. I had expected the business to be in a more high volume area, however a benefit of their corner spot was that the parking lot had plenty of spaces. There's no indoor seating, but outdoor tables were set up along the north and east perimeters of the building. I was by myself at this latest visit, and it was close to the end of the day so the inventory was quite depleted. There was no line at all which was not a surprise. The famous Strawberry Croissants and prepackaged items were on refrigerated display to the left when you walked in. As the service counter rounded a corner, there were more fresh baked goods on display before you reached a register. Across from the registers were shelves containing bags of fresh bread products. I bought a Strawberry Croissant, a Sticky Bun, a Ham and Cheese Croissant, and an Apple Croissant. The quality of the pastry dough was very good, and I could see why the Strawberry Croissant was a favorite with the customers. The croissants were light and flakey, and the powdered sugar added a delicate topping to the strawberry version. If I were to rate on just the Strawberry Croissant, then it would be five stars. My overall rating was downgraded because of the customer traffic flow. The lines can be optimized so that if you wanted to buy a six-pack of the Strawberry Croissants and/or anything prepackaged, then a separate queue should be arranged for those customers. The cafeteria trays were of limited use if you were not getting a large number of items. As you advanced in the queue, other products had to be requested from a worker behind the counter and then those were not placed on the tray. Ultimately, I think they can configure the operation to more efficiently handle the higher volume periods of the day.

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    DJ C.

    My first time stepping into this store, after hearing of its legendary status and having eaten one of their best-selling strawberry croissants a time or 2 months ago. Good thing I got here before 11am on my way to church; I read a review here that the lines go out the door after 11am. Whew. On this inaugural visit, I got thei namesake cream pan. Ate it with great joy & delight. So delicious, so delectable. One thing I don't get is how there's over 8k photos here when the sign clearly says no photography and no video, but lots of people still love to take photos. My best guess is the store owners don't want people slowing down the line & keep everyone moving along. There are signs for that too, to move it along.

    I tried Cream Pan Bakery and had mixed feelings about the experience. The strawberry pastry was really good and definitely the best item we tried. Unfortunately, the cream puff was very disappointing. It felt too heavy and did not taste fresh or special to me. The service and atmosphere were also not great. The place looked a bit dirty and outdated. I ordered drip coffee and was just handed an empty cup and told to help myself, but the coffee dispenser was hidden in the corner and hard to find. When I asked again, the staff member did not really answer my question and seemed more focused on talking with her friends, even though I was the only customer in the store. Overall, I do not really see what makes this place stand out. The strawberry pastry was good, but the service, cleanliness, and cream puff were disappointing. I am not sure if I would come back.

    Strawberry Croissants!!
    Eunhae H.

    In 2024, Cream Pan earned Yelp's top honor as the best pastry shop in Orange County--rightfully so and well deserved! They've also been recognized by The Orange County Register, TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice, and OC Weekly. Influenced by French and Japanese-style baking, they specialize on cream pans--hence the name. Cream pans are sweet buns filled with a light, silky custard. Whenever I come here, there's always a long line but it's so worth it. I get their famous strawberry croissant, which is filled with a perfectly balanced cream custard that's just the right amount of sweetness for my liking. They have a wide range of options--from sandwiches and rice dishes to donuts, cakes, and even sushi. They also offer catering, including strawberry croissants, sandwich trays, whole cakes (6- or 9-inch), roll cakes, and sushi trays. Catering is available at all three locations: Tustin, Fountain Valley, and Lomita.

    Willie L.

    One of the original pastry shops in OC that I have been coming to get for many years. Strawberry croissant is the way to go. The space can be a bit tight when there is a line out the door. I usually stop by in the mornings before work, which is also when the pastries are freshly baked. Last time I also tried a few other pasties and niku man (pork bun) and spam and egg misubi for breakfast. Many of the other sandwiches are also tasty.

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    Nicole H.

    They're known for their strawberry croissants, and they are definitely delicious. But, I've noticed over the years, especially recently, the prices have gone much higher and the product seems much smaller. I would love getting their variety pack of sandwiches, but again, the prices kept rising, so I hardly get them anymore. They hardly fill you up, anyway, because they're so tiny. The Spam and egg musubis are tasty. The scones are fluffy and not hard and dry like at most other bakeries. Their carrot juice is nice. If anything, I'll go in and get their white sandwich bread, brioche buns, and butter rolls. They have curry dishes, California rolls, spicy tuna rolls, and many other items. It's a small shop, and items usually sell out way before closing time. Service is meh, definitely went downhill over the years as well, unfortunately. Regardless, it's quaint and unassuming. There's seating outside on the patio. There used to be inside seating before COVID, and they just use that area for storage, now. It doesn't look great. But, there are plenty of other restaurants, shops, coffee shops, etc., so you can walk around the whole block.

    amber x.

    We stopped by for breakfast and had a nice experience overall. My favorite was definitely the pork bun--the bun was soft and fluffy with just a hint of sweetness, and the pork filling was flavorful. I'd happily come back just for that. The sandwich and strawberry croissant were both good, and the fresh carrot juice was excellent--very fresh, naturally sweet, and refreshing. Overall, everything was enjoyable, That said, the pork bun is definitely worth trying, and I'd come back for it.

    Coffee rolls, almond croissant, strawberry croissant.

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    great pastries! i love getting them for potlucks, and gifts. come early to make sure they dont sell out!

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    Always a fun stop to pick up some great desserts! The rice balls are really good too. The strawberry cream croissants are our favorite

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    been coming here for years to get pastry and the tip is go go in line early during the day to avoid long wait in lines

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    Ask the Community - Cream Pan

    Any vegan options?

    I don't think so because I asked them for dairy free items. They only had sourdough and another form of rustic bread. They also will say there is the chance for cross contamination. Hope this helps!

    Anything with ube/purple yam?

    I am not sure, but I believe they have.

    Gluten free options?

    Unfortunately, no.

    Do you deliver to a local area?

    You can use apps like DoorDash, UberEats and etc for deliveries. This place does not do their own delivery service.

    Are you open today for thanksgiving?

    No they are not open on Thanksgiving

    How are the strawberry croissants after being a day old?

    They are pretty good. Just make sure to refrigerate them.

    Is it just me or have other people also noticed how every item is like half the size it used to be and costs more as well?

    I agree. A little harder to enjoy more now because of it. Wouldn't mind paying more for the old size.

    How much are the mixed sandwich boxes and do they run out easily?

    Is there katsu sando(tonkatsu sandwich)?

    Yes and they are delicious!

    What cheese do they use for their ham & cheese croissant? It was so delicious!

    I think they use Gruyère

    Are you open tomorrow on Thanksgiving day?

    Yes according to there IG but closes early https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckny6tirPN9/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

    Can I order it over the phone?

    I believe so if they pick up! They run out of things so early so order for pickup

    For the Tustin location?? If I come at 9:30am on Sunday, would there be a higher probability their strawberry croissants being sold out? Would you recommend preordering the 14 pieces?

    Hello there always making them so if they run out they have some in the back that's there biggest sale so yeah your good. I've never let order them just because they always have them but I'm sure if you call te hey can advised you there's a also a… 

    Anything here contain nuts?

    Which one is better, strawberry shortcake or cheesecake?

    Both are good, too hard to choose! Try both!

    Hi , I was wondering if you guys open on July 4th?

    Yes they are just be prepared to wait in line

    Do they still have the matcha cake?

    I saw it when I was there not too long ago.

    What sizes do they have for the strawberry croissants and how much are they?

    Size: They are on the smaller side - can fit one on the palm of your hand. I believe the only have 1 size. Price: I think they are around $1.70 a piece (more prices can be… 

    Do the strawberry croissants freeze well?

    They have fresh cream and strawberries so I don't think they'd freeze well. Eating them fresh is best or at least in a day or 2👍🏼

    Gluten free options?

    No. Not at all. My husband is gluten free and waits in the car.

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