This is the smallest Mexican bakery I have been to in SJ. The lady working the counter was really nice and they take debit card for $10 min. Despite the size, they had 30 different types of breads, mostly classics, but smaller amounts than other panaderias. I purchased 6 breads and it was $12 and some change. I saw their prices on the wall and most average $1.50. The place looks homey, and I noticed it has regular customers. I was surprised by the mango empanadas so I got one for my husband and he was disappointed it didn't taste fresh. I also picked an unusual one that looks similar to the cuerno and it was on the harder side. The panaderos are from Michoacan which is close to Guanajuato so the bread was similar to that of GTO. IYKYK! The cuernos, both the sugary ones and unsweetened ones (cuerno de sal) were soft and delicious. Otherwise, I will probably stick to my fave (3 Hermanos). read more

El Buen Gusto Bakery - Don't know the name of this one but I wish it was softer - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

Stopping by for some yummy pan dulce. Service was great and were helped right away. Casual ambiance and friendly employees. Made our choices and had to be strong and not buy the whole bakery,lol. Had to get a colorful jello for later, just add rompope (egg nog) and ready to eat. read more

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This place is going down Second time i have been there and is not enough birote... but really the corn cake is stale as a dead person at least it feels hard to chew...! Last time i was there the cheese pie had a least 3 pieces of eggshell.... Come on get it together read more

Best place for bread in San Jose. Love to come here early morning for the warm bread.

I am disappointed with the freshness of the Rosca. preordered my Rosca a few days before they gave me a discount for preorders. I had scheduled to pick up my Rosca at 8am on January the 6th. I picked it up and they handed me the box it felt cold but i didn't think anything of it. To my surprise after cutting it that evening the Rosca was not fresh it was dry (like a day old) I've ordered from this bakery before and it was fresh. I did call to let them know but the manager was not available the employee said she would relate the concern. read more

El Buen Gusto Bakery - La Rosca - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

My other bakery stopped making roscas i saw yelp rosca for Buen gusto and it looked as good and tasted good too Will come again read more

The delicious food. Delicious bread, always fresh... The service here is excellent. I can't complain.

Our white cake with fresh strawberry filling was everything we wanted. My daughter ordered a plain round cake and added our own decorations. This is our go to bakery for all of our cakes! read more

El Buen Gusto Bakery - White white w/fresh strawberry filling. - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

If you need a cake save your time and go across the street to the pink elephant! The women at the counter is rude and unhelpful. She said I had to text a separate person to see if a round cake could be made. No one answers the text, after multiple test I get an answer the best day saying they can't make the cake. Waste of time!!! I walked across the street and ordered a cake I'm minutes at pink elephant. I didn't have to reach out to someone else and the ladies there were nice and friendly. read more

This place is always crowded for a reason, quality Mexican style pastries cona de crema being my personal favorite. The champurrado drink is only available in the morning but it is worth it. Thank senora's for all the hard work and very respectful attitude you bring every time I enter your place of business. read more

My go to spot for fresh pan Dulce and tortas. Never disappoints. Definitely worth the drive for me even tho I live closer to other spots.

Wow had a torta amazing great taste lots of meat quality was there friend kept telling me try it my only regret I didn't try it earlier!!!!

I ordered a cake there 2 weeks in advance they are horrible at calling u back or texting back when they say send a text of pictures of what u want. I called the day of to confirm they said yes come in at 2 I got there at 2 it hasn't even been started wanted me to wait 2 hours they have poor customer service and are disorganized now I can't find a cake last minute for my daughters bday read more

Great Service , Marta answered all my questions about the cake we ordered. Marble Cake with Custard Filing. We had it done with 4 Leaf Clovers. Since my wife's B Day is in March. Everyone at the party enjoyed the cake. I also tried the Fresh Corn Bread, Chicarones and Puercito Pan Dulce (not all at once). Best Bakery I have been to. This will be my place for Birthday Cakes and Pan Dulce. Dios Bendigan read more

El Buen Gusto Bakery - Cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

Oan dulce is amazing here! If you want customized cakes I highly recommend here as well! For our events I come here and talk to the baker and show him the ideas I want for the cakes. He does everything exacally how I tell him THE BEST! But my ALL time favorite LA ROSCA DE REYES! read more

Always seen this place stopped by to try it out Looked clean very simple Great selection of breads Easy to read menu But the girl working up front needs major training in customer service I could tell at 1st if it was the mask or me not speaking Spanish I really dont think I'd go back The food I ordered wasnt worth the 35 minute wait So annoyed Hope she gets some training.... or people are going to keep going across the street.... read more

Today was just a typical hot summer day. My friend and I went in and grabbed two medium sized cups of horchatas. It was my first time having this milky sweet drink. I liked it though because it reminded me of spiced chai tea, with the way a cinnamon flavor lingered after every sip. I wish we were hungry enough to settle for some vege burritos, but unfortunately, we only took pictures of the restaurant/bakery. I'd say it's really festive in there though and there were definitely happy guitarists and people in general. I'll be sure to stop by again every now and then, so I could try some of their tacos and burritos, and baked goods. read more

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I have ordered cake from this location before and it's pretty good. they were able to make the design I wanted. Their tortas are pretty good too. Very big portions and Great Filling .Their pan dulce is delicious. Fresh and authentic. . read more

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I picked this place to make a cake for my first granddaughter because they did such a good job on my nieces quince cake. I had a picture of what I wanted. I was shocked at how good of a price it was compared to other bakeries! Richard did an amazing job and the cake was the centerpiece of the table. I have white cake with cherry filling and it was yummy. I recommend this bakery for any party and will be going back! A little hard to see it in pictures but this was the best I could do with the background light. read more

Worst experience, bakery sells pastries with MOLD. Second their staff, rude and disrespectful....calling their customers fat. I was fat shamed for bringing to their attention the MOLD we found on their product. I don't wish any bad karma to anyone, but this is no way conduct business, telling your ex customers "little bit trash on top cheesecake" yes you heard it here trash, is the words came out their own mouths. This bakery is lacking customer service. If anyone is listing, please someone get health department out to business....A.S.A.P. Thanks again for returning my mothers cash....no need tell us take our business to Whole Foods, if we want pastries made with quality products, this came straight from their own staff. Disappointed by this small business....lacks professionalism, read more

Omg you have to try their "bolillo" which is Mexican works for sour dough bread . It's soo soft and dense ! It's amazing ! Great for sandwiches or what Mexicans would call (tortas) or for hot chocolate , dipping the rich delicious and soft bolillo into a cup of hot chocolate such a delightful way to keep warm in this cold weather. The ladies behind counter are nice as well, overall great family run mom & pop shop! Fast and efficient and great value for your money! Also great parking ! Don't have to scramble to find read more

After searching and searching for my niece's birthday cake , we finally decided on this bakery. We met the owner and he gave us a great deal ! We did have to buy the pearls, horn , and ears but the deal he gave us was better than any bakery around ! The blue color was a little off from the original picture we sent , but it was nice and delicious overall . I would definitely use them again ! read more

El Buen Gusto Bakery - Unicorn cake and cupcakes - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

the bread is always Super soft and taste good & the tortas are the best !! Their cakes are a good price too and their 10/10

horrible customer service!! the woman serving bread has no business working there she is beyond rude!! almuerza y cena chile la doña que trabaja ahi no vuelvo ni gratis mejor voy al pink elephant!!! read more

Never again I used to love the old BUEN GUSTO , today a dried up pinaaple empanada and a dry concha $4.40 for just 2 panes, I dont care to pay when is worth it but get another panadero because this one is NOOO GOOD! read more

El Bueno Gusto made my daughters 15th birthday cake & it turned out exactly how we ordered it. This past weekend, we needed a last minute birthday cake made to look like the treat bags we were passing out. After going to a few local bakeries and being told "no we can't do that, you have to choose a design from our cake book." then the light in my head turned on like a switch and I said "El Buen Gusto!!" I drove over, spoke to the nice lady at counter, made my special request & in neither instance did they say "we can't do that." Each time, it was "yes, we can do what ever you want." I was very happy with my orders that I had to write this review. Their prices are reasonable. I love this bakery, I recommend this bakery and will definitely be back again! Btw, pastries here are so good, if you want to try something different try "el borracho"! YUM! The open early and close at 10pm. They also make delicious burritos & tortas to order! read more

El Buen Gusto Bakery - Thank you, Richard Master Baker at El Buen Gusto for this beautiful cake for my daughters 15th birthday, it is exactly how we wanted it! - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

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I will rewrite my review when I have an experience worthy of doing so: So I am planning to make tortas ahogadas for my birthday and they require a special type of bread, not just a regular roll. After a call to my favorite torta spot, Mexico Bakery, the attendant was kind enough to suggest El Buen Gusto. Strike number 1: I call this morning and whoever answered was totally rude, I asked how long the strip of bread {they bake} was (you can order strips which in Mexico gives you around 3 rolls) and how many pieces it would yield; she told me I had to go down to to the store to see how big it was. Strike number two: I asked how far in advance would I have to place the order because I needed the bread the following day, she says " oh yeah, you can put in the order an hour before you need it and we'll have it ready, no 30 minutes, no well the day of and we can have it ready'. I drive my happy self from Santa Clara to ESSJ, find the bakery and am ready to put in my order when the girl at the counter, different from the one who answered my call, serves me strike number 3: She calls the owner for the cost of this bread, he then informs her the baker who bakes the bread for tortas ahogadas will not be in until friday, except I needed the bread for Thursday!!!! Sure, it's my fault, I should've shopped around for this bread with ample time before my birthday party, however, the moral of the story is: the store clerks should know the specifics of special orders instead of misinforming potential customers! If you want to make tortas ahogadas, go to Boudin at Valley Fair, their sour dough will work just as well; it's a little pricier but you will for sure find the bread and not have to worry about ordering. I give them a two stars because the girl working the store in the afternoon was beyond helpful and the ham and cheese torta was tasty and reminded me of the one's my grandma makes back in Mexico. Of course, my grandma's was better, but still it was pretty good. read more

I wanted to treat and impress my employees and patients at a picnic party on September 20. All I wanted was a big cake that could show all about my business. Mr. Ortiz asked for my business card and logo design and promised to have it ready at noon on the day of our party. I could not be more excited when I saw the cake...big & beautiful. http://www.hecares.net/events/it-was-so-much-fun-sunwell-do-again How it tasted? I don't know because it was gone too fast. Everyone who got a bite was very satisfied. Thanks a million! I am not sure I can visit the shop often for meals but definitely for big cakes for specical events. I do not trade quality for cheaper price... read more

Beautiful & Delicious cakes! We Ordered our wedding cake here & we got tons of compliments on it. I would definitely recommend this place for cakes! The prices are very good as well as the service. The owner Richard is very honest & does an excellent job!! 2 thumbs up!! read more

El Buen Gusto Bakery - Our beautiful wedding cake! - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

The best tortas in town they have black angus beef inside the bread is made fresh. Would definitely recommend the asada torta and milanesa.

Very satisfied with the half-sheet tres leche cake with fresh strawberry filling which was beautifully decorated and they added my husband's Army picture no extra charge plus !! I explained it was my husband 70th birthday and I wanted a red, white and blue flag theme because he is veteran and a patriot... they suggested the picture and told me to text it to their cell phone later when I found the one I wanted. It was so nice every one raved about the cake. THANK YOU.. AMAZING This is the King Rd bakery. read more

Happed across this place by accident and what a nice accident it was. Pretty large facility which seems like they knocked out a wall. There is a dining area, and a not so dining area and then more dining area with a long stretch bar like table top. Flatscreens to catch sports. The food is FANTASTIC! Fresh, yummy, and a bang for your buck. I can't wait to go back!! read more

This place has been a child hood favorite for years. But recently the quality of the pan is terrible, there was 5 flies on the bread and the workers seem unconcerned by it. Most likely won't be coming back read more

El Buen Gusto Bakery - Flies on bread - Bakeries Near Me - San Jose, California

The best Mexican bread....It was my first time going and I will for sure come back, to bad I live to far from there ...

Their cake is pretty good. When i have last minute orders for a birthday party for family.i usually come here.

WOW, this actually might be better than the Pink Elephant bakery across the street. The bread seemed a little more moist but, I'm gonna have to do a comparison one of these days to get it right. read more

The owner is extremely professional and honest. I was madrina for a 15ra and El Buen Gusto Bakery staff was prompt, courteous to my guest and dressed appropriately. I'm so pleased that I'm also ordering my wedding cake from them! read more

located in a dingy strip mall. this is my mexican friend's very favorite place to get pan dulce. it's located directly across the street from the larger pink elephant bakery, but i like this spot better. they have very long hours. 4 am to 10 pm daily, i believe. all the signs are in spanish. i've only dealt in cash, but they may take credit cards? they often have samples cut up on a tray to taste. came here once with cece c. we peppered the counter-woman with questions. she was friendly and helpful. chappurrado: like hot melted cinnamon choc pudding. they sell it seasonally. they also sell fresh squeezed juice, i think it's $4. it's a tiny hole in the wall, but it's packed with inexpensive pastries. focus is more on pan than on cakes. the employees all have thick accents, but have been very willing to explain the items to me. prices are not marked on the individual items, but there's a list on the wall. most are 50-70 cents. large bolillos are 3/$1. one weird thing they sell seems to be buttered bread with sugar sprinkled on top. conch was spongy soft, but i'm not into mexican pan in general. don't get the pastry shaped like a breast. the puddingy top was dry and gelatinous. my favorite was the vanilla cream filled triangle pastry. the flan is pretty fabulous too. a GIANT flan is only 15 bucks, good to bring to parties. a much smaller flan is $14 across the street at pink elephant. the largest cake i saw was pretty tiny, maybe 4x8 inches? they sell tamales by the dozen. and torta sandwiches to order. they now have a sister store in the berryessa neighborhood. it's a restaurant, not a bakery. same name. i tried their ceviche at the berryessa food fest and wasn't very impressed. they have the menu for the savory restaurant displayed here at the bakery. tax is included in the quoted price. read more

I will never go to place ever again I had a bad experience I paid 75.00 for a plain cake that was suppose to be cheetah print and got a plain look they drew just circles around the cake the owner had a attitude with me and shouted at me I just wouldn't recommend this place to no one bad service....... read more

Absolutely the worst customer service we have ever encountered! They spend more time arguing than providing customer service. There are tons of good bakeries in the south bay, choose another one that actually cares about their customers!! read more