Garden Bakery

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I have been going to this place since my childhood years, and when I tell you that Chinatown has its historic roots, this place tells it all. The design of Garden Bakery has been the very same, and they sell the cheapest pastries that anybody could ever drink of. They're one of the "pink box bakeries" that are slowly dissipating or disappearing in the Bay Area -- and Garden Bakery is no surprise as a delight to the immediate Chinatown community, but in all of the Bay Area. Some of the pastries literally still go for $1.25 or at highest, $2. They have one of the best egg tarts and pineapple buns of region, and I'm so thankful that they are still around. The aunties that run the storefront are so nice and courteous -- and they've been the face of Garden Bakery for the longest time. Once you make a good connection. If you're in Chinatown, PLEASE PRETTY PLEASE go check out this place. You will definitely not regret it. read more

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Fair variety, open until 7 (a bit later than other bakeries), and pretty good! Average price, not too busy. Not my first choice relative to Chinatown, but solid. Bread dough itself was pretty bland, but it was still worth the price of $2-$3. read more

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Debbie G.

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My brother came to visit from the East Coast, so we had fun at the piers then stopped by Garden Bakery for goodies (he needs snacks for the long flight home tomorrow). We got more of Garden Bakery's big, fluffy baked char siu buns, egg custard tarts, coconut buns and tried a couple of their sponge cakes in paper liners at the urging of the sweet Auntie (I think she may have been the owner). Those sponge cakes were amazing -- very light with a fine crumb, lightly sweet and addicting. I think they must be made with cake flour. Next time, I am going to get a lot more of those cakes. As I mentioned before, the ladies working here are the sweetest, smiling Chinese bakery staff I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I added a picture of the top of one sponge cake and the interior of the second one. read more

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Nate S.

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Really great bakery in Chinatown! Super cheap prices, and the best pineapple buns I have ever tasted. Inside is pretty big, and the employees are really nice. Would definitely come back. read more

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Andrea R.

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Couldn't try Golden Gate so we decided to try Garden and we were so happy we did! Lovely egg tarts and coconut buns here. Would definitely stop by again if I'm ever craving sweets in the area. Very local spot. read more

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Came here to try out their pastries. Got some baked pork buns and pineapple buns. They were alright. I was expecting my pineapple bun to be plain but there was some kind of custard filling which wasn't appealing to me. Maybe I'll try some of their other items next time. read more

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Grace J.

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Great egg tart! Popped inside to see a large case of all the classic bakery items I've had since I was a kid! We got two egg tarts which were creamy. Service was kind and quick! read more

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Get the coconut tart!!!! This place is OG, like you walk in and there are 10 Chinese grandpas drinking coffee, reading newspapers, judging you and your young person order. I loved it!! Paid in cash, gave her $1 tip and she gave me a big smile. Ancestors were happy. This location is off the beaten path so more locals than tourists. Always carry cash for Chinatown!! read more

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Nora C.

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Garden Bakery is more than just egg tarts and coffee--it's a place full of family tradition. I got an egg tart and coffee, just like my dad did, and couldn't resist picking up a few extra egg tarts to take home (because one is never enough). This bakery is incredibly sentimental for me. My dad was a regular here for over 20 years after retirement--seven days a week! He even visited his mom daily, and sometimes I would join him to visit her before or after the bakery. The owner--a wonderfully sweet lady--always remembers him. She once told me that she and the other ladies who worked there were amazed when he mentioned he still had a mom, especially in his 80s. Recently, she shared that she's never met anyone who lived to 109--my grandma did! Visiting Garden Bakery feels like a small way to honor both of them. RIP to Dad and Grandma. Dad's daily routine always included his egg tart and coffee--or a cocktail bun with coffee--and he regularly took home a large walnut pound cake or other delicious baked goodies for the family. He could sit at the bakery for hours, too, because it felt like home--a cozy, welcoming place full of familiar faces. There are also other longtime regulars, or "originals," each with their own stories, which adds a lived-in charm you won't find anywhere else. If you love Chinese baked goods, delicious pastries, and a good cup of coffee, Garden Bakery is the spot. Pro tip: everything is best enjoyed hot, right out of the oven! read more

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Garden Bakery - cute little dumpling shop specializing in all the delicious plates of dim sum we love. So many older men/grandpa's in here enjoying their morning coffee/tea and morning baked goods. We felt this was pretty authentic !!!! Tried a few items as I walked through Chinatown in downtown San Francisco. Easy to point at the food, order, pay, leave. read more

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Areeta W.

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My friend and I came in on Wednesday afternoon and there was no line. We ordered an egg tart. It was alright; I think could've been better if it was warm. The egg flavor was strong but the crust was too dense. I prefer a more flakey crust. read more

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Nancy H.

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This is the best pineapple bun I've EVER had! The topping was so crispy I could single handedly order a whole pink box for myself. This is a cash-only establishment with pineapple buns being $2 each and $1 per egg tart. With this shop being located in Chinatown, I would recommend parking in the parking garage and walking over! This is a small place, with Asian uncles usually already chilling at the tables by the time you get there, so be prepared to eat somewhere outside the store. Amazing desserts for a price you can't beat, can't wait to come again! read more

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Allison W.

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Had to come here and grab some of their pineapple buns, which were two for $3 and cash only. The inside of the bakery is limited in space with a couple of tables, and there was no line at 1:00 PM on a Sunday, though some people were sitting at the couple of tables inside. The person behind the counter is direct but friendly and convinced us to get two buns instead of just the one we were planning on sharing -- with a deal like that, how could we refuse? The "pineapple" top was so beautifully crispy and golden, and the actual bun was light and fluffy, just the perfect pineapple bun. It holds so much nostalgia to me as a kid growing up and going to Asian bakeries. They're large buns, so they could definitely be shared, and they tear with such ease and you can see how fluffy bread texture is even before you taste it. Would recommend to anyone looking for a classic bakery in Chinatown! read more

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Robert W.

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Walking around sf chinatown and stopped in for an egg tart. Solid egg tart for $2 each. We just had lunch so didn't get a chance to try anything else but seems like their pineapple buns are a good deal too. Service was friendly. Small place with a few tables which were all full on a Saturday afternoon. read more

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Miriam T.

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I went to Garden Bakery to try their pineapple bun and egg tarts. Their pineapple bun was the OG and it tasted good and the egg tarts were the same. I would consider going here as my 4th choice. First choice is Golden Gate bakery for the egg tarts. They don't sell pineapple buns. Downside is they aren't opened regularly so my go next is Hollywood bakery. Third choice is AA Bakery. read more

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Natania C.

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My favorite hole-in-the-wall bakery in Chinatown, SF. The lady is very enthusiastic about all her pastries and will give you extra at a discount. She recommened me the pineapple buns (I believe that is the English name?), and I purchased two. I sort of wish I had bought more. They were so good and easily my favorite item at this establishment. The wife pastries(?) and mooncakes were great as well. read more

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Rudy H.

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I recommend the pineapple bun when you're coming here. They're $1.50 each. The owner is nice and the shop is also full of variety of all kind of Chinese pastries and sweet buns. I've only had the pineapple bun from this bakery and will not hesitate to come back when I'm looking for simple Chinese buns. read more

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Eden C.

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Friendliest old lady (she speaks decent english!) and open fairly late at night. Delicious bo lo bao (pinapple bun) with red bean. Will be back to try other things. read more

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Renee L.

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My friend and I stopped by to try out some of their baked goods. We ordered a pineapple bun and an onion bun. The pineapple bun was definitely the star as the bread was not too sweet but also fluffy. The top was sweet but also not too salty. The lady who helped was friendly and patient as we asked about prices. There is some seating but not a lot. read more

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Rebecca N.

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Was hopeful to get my pineapple bun/egg tart fix here, but got let down. Both were lacking flavor, especially the egg tarts - unfortunately these were some of the most bland ones I've had. Pineapple buns go for $1 each, egg tarts $1.75. The ladies working here were super sweet and helpful, but I don't think I'll be back - there are some better options nearby. read more

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Kelly S.

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Fresh pastries and bread!! This is definitely a bakery I love visiting. The ladies who run the shop are so sweet and the variety of items to choose from is unmatched. Prices are also so good! Esp in San Francisco! - Pineapple Bread $1 - Egg Tarts: love the consistency. Enough egg and flaky pastry. It's the fact that I got fresh, soft pineapple bread for $1! I was so excited xD! read more

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Lily D.

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This place has a place in my heart! They have a large selection of moon cakes in the display case. You can expect to see pineapple buns, cocktail buns, sponge cake, and egg tarts. Each is affordable and not too sweet which is great for someone like my family who isn't a big fan of American sweets. I always crave their pineapple buns. It has a nice top while bread is airy and chewy. Their egg tarts are a great alternative when Golden Gate Bakery is closed. I always come here for egg tarts because there is no wait in line. Quality is pretty identical to Golden Gate Bakery. Even my brother who used to go to GGB back in the day can agree! I'd come back here and would highly give this bakery a chance when you are in the area. read more

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Christa M.

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This bakery is really cheap. We bought two packets of cookies, one pineapple bread, and two egg tarts for $10. Since we were paying with a card we had to meet the $10 minimum. All the pastries were delicious and the older lady working was very friendly. It was super busy when we stopped by and every table was taken. Definitely worth a stop! read more

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Natalie L.

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Stopped by here to snag a fresh and warm pineapple bun, and the owner couldn't have been friendlier. I did get convinced to buy 5 egg tarts instead of the 2 I originally planned, but considering how cheap they were, I didn't mind. The egg tart filling was perfectly smooth (though maybe lacked a little in flavor, at least it wasn't very sweet) and the pineapple buns had that beautifully crispy top. Once I got back, I immediately bit into a bun, and it was everything I'd hoped for. :) read more

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Samantha L.

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I'm searching for the best dan tat (egg custard) and this didn't quite hit the mark. Dish: -Dan tat (egg custard), 1 pc/$2: the crust is good but the filling isn't as good. It lacks a bit of flavor. Logistics: -cash only -limited seating -cashier does speak English -very limited, metered, street parking read more

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Hannah C.

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Ended up at Garden Bakery while running around Chinatown to try to find mooncakes that would satisfy my mother. We were a little disappointed in the mooncake options & they were really expensive (this is long after the Mid-Autumn festival), but we did gain ELITE pineapple buns for $1 a piece. The bread was incredibly soft and not dry. Outside crust was the right amount of sweetness. We wanted to try their pork BBQ buns but was too full. Some of their other pastries besides their classic pineapple buns, egg tarts, and BBQ buns were REALLY expensive but I guess it all evens out in the end. They also refused to give us a take out box and shoved all our buns into a bag and they unfortunately did not travel well at all :( Definitely treats that needs to be eaten immediately. Garden Bakery will definitely always be on my radar for a quick classic snack in SF Chinatown though! read more

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Stephanie L.

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Stopped by today and grabbed a few bao. The bbq pork bun was full of big chunks of meat and had a lightly sweet flavor. The red bean bun was soft and filled with a delicious and smooth red bean paste. Service was quick and friendly as usual. Today's visit was definitely 5 stars. read more

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David C.

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Feb2024 We've ended up here a few times over the years. Generally less packed, and can still end up with the egg custards that we were looking for. A few places to sit but generally occupied by locals sitting for tea and snacks. The ladies at the counter have always been friendly and helpful with any questions, especially when we were shopping for moon cakes to bring back for mothers day a few years ago. While not the flaky sort of crust, these have been warm each time we got them which was nice for the walk back to the hotel. Not too sweet and easy to bite through. They were also good to get into late night after as well. Considering it was around Lunar New year, this was a much easier stop than some of the other places. read more

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Renee T.

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Amazing delicious wonderful--definitely don't overlook this little bakery for some egg tarts and pork buns! Service is typical and the place is very small and local. I wouldn't expect to sit here and eat, but taking it outside for some quick bites (as we did) was perfect! The pastries were really good, especially the pork buns! Perfectly sweet and savory! read more

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Jaky Y.

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Stopped by for some pastries. The ladies behind the counter were very friendly and helpful. We got their egg tart and some pineapple buns.

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Kamille M.

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I was looking for an open bakery while letting traffic pass and found this place thru yelp. It was just a small shop in an alley but a lot of elderly asian men were hanging out. The old man before me ordered what looked like pineapple buns too and they were taken from a rack that just came from the oven. I ordered 3pcs of pineapple buns and the auntie also offered me the coconut bread and said were good, I got 2pcs. I paid $9 for everything. Cash only at this place. Auntie was pleasant and friendly and was making small talk. Pineapple buns were great. Crunchy on top and the custard inside was not too sweet. Dough was soft. Coconut bread was just the same minus the crunch on top. read more

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One of my dad's favorite treats is the Wife Cake. This bakery sold these so I grabbed a dozen for my dad. They have it available in sweet and savory. The owner of the shop is a sweet old Cantonese lady. With my broken Cantonese, I was able to place my order and ask her where I could find the fortune cookie company. She was kind enough to point me to the store down an alley and walk me there herself. It's not every day you get this excellent level of customer service! read more

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Anna C.

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I enjoyed the pineapple buns I got there! Hidden gem: the 'white' pineapple bun - salty and sweet read more

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Lisa H.

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BEST pineapple bun hands down in the universe! And I'm Asian! Served warm and fresh from their oven, this bun is out of this world. Go pass the friendly old guys who are there all day, and a super nice lady behind the counter will give you the best .. did I mention BEST...pineapple bun!! Also tried the other hot buns which were REALLY good, but the Pineapple bun is king! read more

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Mike L.

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As much as I hate to admit it, my parents may have been right - maybe I do need to listen more. Knowing that I've been on a years-long hunt to find a Chinese bakery to replace one of my childhood favorites that shuttered, a couple of my relatives suggested I give Garden Bakery a try. Originally recommended to them by some of their own friends, it had quickly become one of their go-to spots anywhere in SF. So, with such heady praise and my penchant for listening so well, of course it would make perfect sense that it would take me a few years to finally check this place out for myself (cue my parents rolling their eyes). While I have no idea how long they've been around, it seems safe to say they've probably been here for quite some time. Like so many of the older bakeries and delis in Chinatown, nearly everything about this place is nondescript and unassuming. However, even though nothing about Garden Bakery seems all that impressive, a lot of what they have to offer is. Their range of offerings is pretty traditional/classic, but it's stocked with a wide variety of baked goods and desserts - pineapple buns, coconut/cocktail buns, mooncakes, sponge cakes, egg tarts, mixed fruit with white cream cakes, and so much more. In short, everything in their display case looks so good! Across my now-numerous visits here, just about all of the baked items are really good. In particular, their BOLO BAO (Pineapple Buns), GAI MEI BAO (Coconut/Cocktail Buns), and NAI WONG BALO BAO (Custard Filled Pineapple Buns) are some of the best I've had around. In fact, I'd even argue that they're better than the ones I grew up having, even though these don't come with that irreplaceable sense of nostalgia. The topping on both types of Bolo Bao is deliciously sweet, the texture of the dough is pillowy soft, and the custard filling is perfectly balanced between eggy and creamy. As for the cocktail bun, the filling is packed with buttery, coconutty goodness. Ironically enough, despite finding the vast majority of what I've had here to be awesome, the thing that I've been most underwhelmed by also happens to be the thing that most people seem to get here (with decidedly mixed results) - their DAN TAT (Egg Tart). It's certainly far from the worst I've had, but it's very mediocre. Although the custard portion is actually okay (it's not super flavorful, but the consistency is decent), I thought the crust was very "meh". Rather than a buttery, flaky crust, the texture was very soft and "mushy" (for the lack of a better descriptor), almost as if it wasn't baked long enough. Considering how Golden Gate Bakery is closed far more often than it's open (not even sure if it's shut down permanently or not), it makes sense that folks would coming into Garden Bakery looking for the same thing. However, it's unfortunate to see so many people try just that one thing when there are so many tastier items to be had instead. All in all, docking a half star for the egg tarts, but rounding back up from FOUR AND A HALF STARS considering how good their baos are and their budget friendly prices! read more

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Rachel N.

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Although not the best I've had, you can get some really solid traditional chinese pastries at an affordable price here. It's also located near a bunch of other famous SF Chinatown restaurants, so you can tackle multiple great food spots within a 5 minute radius from here. Tried the White Lotus Moon Cake ($8), which was good, as well as their famous pineapple buns ($2 for two) which came out warm and crispy on the top. Great prices and overall great food if you're craving some pastries on-the-go. PS, bring cash! read more

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Time to take Garden Bakery off my bookmarks and you should too. Egg tarts are $1.70 -- They do take credit card but they prefer cash and will sell you at a higher price claiming it's because the cc company charges a fee. I try not to patron cash only places because I feel like they're shady. Garden Bakery is an OG in Chinatown and all the elderly love to sit in their favorite old spots inside. The lady here sold me hard on the egg tarts -- said they were fresh outta the oven and has a delicious crust. I originally wanted 3 but she said if I buy 6, she'll give me a box -- as if boxes are a prize? But okay... $10.82 was my total Egg tarts tasted basic and the crust was too thick, not buttery flaky like it should be. The tart was also firm, not jello-y wiggly. The only plus was that it was not overly sweet so I did appreciate that. We ended up giving most of these away. I would say not worth visiting when you have other places to try in Chinatown. I didn't see anything else exciting on display either. Garden Bakery is looking pretty run down over the years. Time for me to look elsewhere for tarts. read more

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Was looking for an alternative for Chinese egg tarts besides waiting in the long line at Golden Gate Bakery and read about this place on Yelp. I like a very flakey crust and some folks mentioned Garden Bakery tarts had that so I decided to give them a try. I got 8 tarts along with a sponge cake and cocktail bun. The sponge cake and bun tasted fine but unfortunately the egg tarts did not come close to my expectations. The crust was more doughy than flakey and the egg custard itself lacked flavor. It didn't come close to how good the tarts are at Golden Gate Bakery or the now closed Red A Bakery on Clement. Sadly I won't be back to Garden Bakery. read more

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Isabel Y.

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My first time trying a Chinese Mooncake and Egg Tart!! The tart was so creamy, light and flaky. I wasn't expecting the moon cake to be so thick and heavy, but I loved the bean paste filling. Could do without the fermented tasting egg yolk tho Service was super quick and it felt like a local hangout spot with many older men listening to a sports game on the radio. There are a few small tables available inside. read more

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Emily W.

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This is the best egg tart I ever had, there's so much eggs in the middle that weight at least 10g and it balance out the buttery tart. It's only $1 for 1!! Many other bakeries has rise their prices on the egg tarts and the egg tarts is flat not as big as this bakery. Once you walked in, you see good old fashion chinese grandmas hangout, having their egg tarts and coffee talking among with other's grandmas ( just like the old good times) then we know this bakery is great! The pineapple bun, is so delicious it reminds me of Hong Kong classic style pineapple bun. So soft and buttery and delicious. Definitely a must try if you are in Chinatown. read more

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765 Jackson St
San Francisco, CA 94133
Chinatown
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(415) 397-5838
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http://www.gardenbakerysf.com

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Hours

What time does Garden Bakery open?

Garden Bakery opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Garden Bakery close?

Garden Bakery closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Garden Bakery take credit cards?

No, Garden Bakery does not take credit cards.

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Does Garden Bakery have catering options?

No, Garden Bakery does not have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Garden Bakery allow dogs?

Yes, Garden Bakery allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Garden Bakery have bike parking?

No, Garden Bakery does not have bike parking.

Does Garden Bakery have parking?

Yes, Garden Bakery has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Garden Bakery wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Garden Bakery is wheelchair accessible.

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Fresh pineapple buns and egg tarts everyday!

Meet the Manager: A A.

We are a small local mom and pop bakery. We have been in business for over 30 years: baking fresh traditional Chinese buns and pastries everyday. Drop by any day, and you will see many locals thriving here: sipping fresh coffee, nibbling on all kinds of fresh buns/pastries, and chatting away. See you soon!

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Arsicault Bakery

Excellent croissants and pastries at Arsicault. There's usually a line but it generally moves…read morequickly. The storefront is small so you pretty much walk inside to tell them what you want, pay, and get your pastries to go. No place to sit; only drip coffee offered. The croissants are crunchy on the outside and flaky on the inside. One of the best croissants in San Francisco. They don't offer a huge selection of pastries but the more popular ones are the croissants and Kouign Amann. With the croissants they offer a number of variations including almond, chocolate, ham and cheese. They also sell scones but I would stick with the croissants in my opinion.

Finally got to try the famous croissants! I've been seeing so many TikToks raving about the…read morecroissants from Arsicault and I finally found the right time to come by and grab some. I came by on a Friday around 11 am and it was so hard to find parking. There's street parking available but it was all filled up and I ended up getting dropped off since I saw the line forming outside the bakery. The line was only formed because the bakery is relatively small and doesn't have a lot of wiggle room so they only let in one party at a time. There aren't any sit-down tables or chairs so this is a grab and enjoy somewhere else. Pastry: Kouign-amann (8.4/10): Oh this was yummy. I love a good kouign amann and Arsicault satisfied my sweet tooth. It was a little too sweet but had a good outer layer crunch and fluffy interior. Chocolate Almond Croissant (7.8/10): This one was amazing! I will say that this one is definitely on the sweeter side but it was still delicious. It's a pretty big croissant with a good crunch but not a lot of flaking :( I did really enjoy the almond paste that was smothered on the inside. My boyfriend really enjoyed this croissant and wouldn't stop talking about it for a few hours.

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Butter & Crumble

I absolutely love this place. I am lucky enough to live within walking distance and have been here…read morethree times in the last few months. This most recent time I arrived just before opening and waited about an hour and a half for my delicious strawberry roll. If I had got there earlier, I think the line would've been only about 20 to 30 minutes so if you are an early bird they allow you to line up anytime after around 7:45 AM. I listened to a new album and great podcast while I was in line, it can be a great solo activity and makes the wait go by fast! I also enjoy talking to the people around me about whether or not they've been here yet and hearing what their favorite items are or what they're excited to try. This time I met someone who had brought their family member all the way from Mexico to try! I think a lot of the people who are frustrated don't understand that there will be a wait. The owner has explained on her Instagram that the reason they cannot simply bake more is because they are not baking pastries that are designed for bulk creation. They are all handmade small batch goods that simply cannot be made in large quantities. I think when you go into it understanding that it's going to be an experience that more often than not comes with a wait time it is much more enjoyable. I did see some teenagers show up with their parents who immediately seemed like they did not want to get in the line. The thing about lines though is that typically if there is a consistent line somewhere that means it's good! I really admire the parents that did wait with their kids because it is worth it! We all need a little bit of whimsy in our life and these goods and the wonderfully magical people who work there make my day a little brighter each time I go in. The shop itself is decorated so well, you can tell that the cookbooks and tools are not just props on the shelf. They are actually used. There are also a couple glittery surprises that I will leave for you to find out... I cannot recommend this little bakery enough. If you are in San Francisco, even just for a day, add it to the top of your list and start your day with a treat you won't be able to find anywhere else.

After hearing all the hype and braving a near 2 HOUR wait in line....sorry, it wasn't quite up to…read morepar for me. There are better bakeries for lower effort. Let's start with the good. The namesake Pistachio Cardamom croissant was excellent for a filled croissant. It had excellent layers and the cream was just enough to add a lusciousness to each bite that wasn't too heavy. The madame lorraine was my other favorite. It was meaty and rich with the soft baked runny yolk and the light touch of rosemary was just enough to accentuate the bite. The not as good...a standard butter croissant. Maybe we got a dud but there was a serious lack of layers in ours and it wasn't as crisp or as buttery as I like. The elote corn croquiche filling was also quite salty which was a shame because the pastry layer was pretty good. I still have two more pastries to try but given the weight and the mixed bag, I definitely expected a lot more from Butter & Crumble. Pro tip: get a butter croissant at Arsicault, walk to B Patisserie and get a kouign amann. You'll have both before the line moves here.

Hanna's twice baked biscoff croissant

Lauren's chopped cheese pain suisse

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Allyson's pork bun bearclaw

Golden Gate Bakery

3.29.26 Piping hot! Got my egg tart dozen yesterday. Delicious. $45 a dozen…read more GGB Lady told me they'll be on vacation for 3 weeks starting Monday 3.30.26.

Parking: None, chinatown will be impossible street/meter parking…read more Interior: None, this is a order/pick up window. If the shop is open you will see a line. Wait Time: 10min on a weekend afternoon. I got lucky and saw it was open beginning of this year before crowds found out. Their hours are not accurate so just up to chance. Items Order: 9/10 Egg Tart $3.75 - larger than average egg tart. It comes piping hot and fresh. the shell is very buttery but holds well. custard is very hongkong style (eggy/milky vs the custardy Portuguese version). Sweetness level is about 50% so not that sweet. CASH ONLY

Almond Cookies and Coconut Tarts.

Egg tart!!

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Long lines are guaranteed.

B Patisserie

Delightful bakery…read more Do not be intimidated by the line as it moves fairly quickly. There is a person who helps per party and that keeps everything working fast. Seating can be difficult but many are leaving as people are showing up. If you've been to Paris, you know that a great pastry has that flaky sound when you press it. B.Patisserie definitely did. I got three different pastries and all were full of flavor. This makes a perfect breakfast. I also got a hot chocolate that was decadent - maybe even a little too sweet. If I hadn't had a chocolate croissant, it would have been perfect. My husband had a cappuccino which was warm and tasted made fresh. I would come again.

Food: 5 stars. Patisserie and cafe are great…read more Service: 2 stars. Cashier & barista nice however 3 counter patisserie women did not look happy - not sure whether they are unhappy people - negative impression. Owner should only have happy people assist customers and keep those 3 in the back. First impressions count.

Black sesame Kouign Amann, reheated

Black sesame kouign Amman ends

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Chocolate Kouign Amann Seasonal ($5.75)

Pineapple King Bakery - San Francisco

Locally owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

A must if you're ever near Golden Gate Park. A heads up that if you're ordering in person, it's…read morecash and takeout only. But even if there's a line or you need a last minute bulk order, they move fast! Recommend trying out the entire butter series- but pandan and guava if you're not sure what to pick. Even the milk tea comes with a cute mini pineapple bun!!

Absolutely yes! We…read morehave very high standards when it comes to pineapple buns. We frequent Hong Kong and miss the classic thick butter tucked into a warm flaky pineapple bun. This place does that and takes it up a notch! They have different flavored butter which was very interesting but it absolutely works! We got the sampler and we devoured all four. Also picked up 8 classics and they were all very good. The bun is light and airy but has a good buttered undertone. And about $2 each for the classic pineapple bun (not butter), they are cheaper than most standard bakeries these days. So good, highly recommend!

We're OPEN all July 4th weekend!

NEW ITEM: Peach Egg Tart

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Here's to the next milestone together!

Tartine Bakery

I am so glad to have found this spot. My husband took some banana cream pie tarts, tres leches…read moreslice and croissant to go for us; and omg the croissant is so flaky, buttery, delicious! Their banana cream pie tart is divine; though their tres leches cake was dry and just okay; the other items just knocked it out of the park! Love, absolutely love their croissants! Good croissants are flaky, buttery, and delicious and these fit the mark!

- no line on Sun afternoon - no indoor seating, few outdoor…read moreseating all taken (best to eat at nearby park) - no line on Sun afternoon - Morning bun is very nice: flaky croissant + soft/gooey cinnamon bun hybrid, perfect amt of sweetness, lovely notes of orange zest & cinnamon deepen the brown sugar/pastry flavor - Banana cream tart is okay: fresh banana cream w/ slices throughout, flaky & sturdy pie crust; again perfect amt of sweetness & the banana flavor tastes very natural. imo, needs more depth of chocolate/vanilla or cinnamon or something, to balance the banana. Otherwise, it's just banana on a pie crust w/ thin chocolate shell, topped by whipped cream.

Almond Croissant, Chocolate Souffl Cake Round

Gorgeousness on a plate, screams of delight .. I can't help myself June 29,2026.

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Coconut Cream Tart - shared this with two other colleagues. Very rich and delicious.

Arizmendi Bakery

Fantastic bakery and located near the park and farmers market. Satisfied all cravings for bread…read morethat i missed here in the bay. A must visit if you are in town as you then stroll through the neighborhood. Parking can be tough but it's worth the fight!

Pizza starts at 11AM, yes there's a line, so get there early. I got there at 11:40AM weekday July…read more2026, took about 20 min. Able to order half a pizza and whole pizza. Rotating pizza throughout the week and great value for all the fresh variety of baked goods! The Friday pizza feature a simple feta, tomato, basil pizza. The pizza was pretty delicious, especially at $3.50 a slice. Picked a sourdough chocolate croissant too, unfortunately I'm not a fan of the sour dough chocolate croissant. Not very flakey, but has that sourness. There's a small seating outside. Overall, a great place to get baked goods value.

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Neighbor Bakehouse

Neighborhood Bakehouse is the kind of neighborhood bakery you'll find yourself coming back to again…read moreand again. I've been here a few times and this time I remembered to take photos of the pastries before digging in! We tried the ube twice-baked croissant, ham and cheese croissant, curry potato bourek, and the spicy chicken pepper sausage croissant. Every pastry was perfectly flaky on the outside while staying soft and buttery on the inside. My favorites were the spicy chicken pepper sausage croissant and the ube twice-baked croissant. The savory pastries were packed with flavor, and the ube croissant struck the perfect balance of sweetness without being overpowering. I also love that they offer unique pastries you don't find at most bakeries. The café itself is small and cozy, and the staff were warm and friendly. It's usually packed, but we arrived at the perfect time and were able to grab everything we wanted before they sold out. We'll definitely be back to try more of their delicious pastries!

- Window sign in front just says "Bakehouse" lol; no other signage. No parking in front. No indoor…read moreseating. Tables in front can be hit w/ chilly wind going up 3rd st. - Fast & wonderful service, line moves fast. - Best pastries are sold out by 12pm GOOD: - Pistachio Blackberry Twice-Baked Croissant - very good. excellent flavor in pistachio cookie crust, small amt/a taste of blackberry filling; pastry unfortunately soggy - Choco hazelnut twice baked croissant - good. a bit soggy (not crispy except on edges), too sweet on its own (rec bitter coffee), but decadent chocolate & nice hazelnut pieces/spread - Ginger pull-apart - not bad/pretty good. trivial ginger flavor, but great firm/rigid crust (need strong teeth/dip in coffee) & soft doughy inside; perfect sweetness MEH: - Mushroom tart - ok. Good mushroom & cheese flavor (better of course if heated), but pastry is quite a bit soggy from their oils. Would be far better, imo, if they made it like Tim Ho Wan's Bolo Bao-Cha-Siu Bao fusion (a mushroom/cheese filling in a crispy pastry)

Roasted Mushroom Croissant Tart

Char Siu Croissant

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Pistachio Berry Twice-Baked Croissant

Jina Bakes

4.3

(818 reviews)

1.5 mi

5 stars because of the unique Injeolmi and Kalbijim croissants…read more Injeolmi croissant - so unique and executed perfectly, Kalbijim croissant - very nice and unique. Nice savory flavor Kalbijim salt bread - also nice and savory. A bit too cheesy and not as much galbijim as the croissant. Tayberry kouign-amann - acidic and crispy, a really good more basic pastry Banana chocolate almond croissant - fresh banana, balanced textures and flavor Roti salt bread - texture was disappointing, not as soft with the outer crisp I look for in a really good salt bread, it also wasn't hot, so not fresh even though we went at opening. Coffee crisp surrounding the bread was tasty though!

After waiting in a small line at approximately 11am on Saturday 7/25, it was our time to order. The…read moregal (pretty with heavy eye liner, Alt style) seemed busy doing something and was looking at the computer, so we patiently waited for her to be ready to take our order. I heard kind of a grunt, kind of like, you know how Asian people will grunt sometimes instead of speaking (my Japanese grandmother and mother do this, so I picked up on it...)... so when I heard the grunt, I said, "Oh, are you ready to take our order?" And she looked at us and nodded as if we were an inconvenience to her. Aaaahhhh yes.... this is the "Gen Z stare". No common decency of doing business with humans, just her staring at a screen and expecting us to telepathically know she was ready to take our order. Thankfully I have Asian heritage, because my friend would have probably died waiting there for the gal to say something or make eye contact. So we order 5 pastries, a bag of vanilla butter mochi, and 2 drinks which came out to nearly $60, which is fine... but then upon payment to ask for a 20% tip? Um... excuse me? Grunts and stares does not a good tip make, my dears. We left $4 to cover the 2 drinks being made and for the "service". If she had offered us common decency, we would have tipped more. I'm not asking for a fake smile - just to be acknowledged as a customer who is patronizing a business. My friend got the honeycomb toffee latte. While other people got sizeable chunks of honeycomb atop their drink, he got literal dust. He asked if that was the honeycomb, and they confirmed. Wow - they really did hate us! Is it because we only tipped $4? We may never know. The einspander coffee was good. The pastries were overall, good but more like "okay". The hojicha puff filling was runny and literally dumped out of the hole it was piped in to. We sat at a table outside of the shop, so it's not like we traveled with the pastry and it got hot or something. The orange chocolate bun was very good. I am not familiar with Korean, so please forgive me... but the croissant square with mochi and kinako could have been good, but the kinako cemented to the roof of my mouth when I would take a bite. Then when I folded it so the cementing wouldn't happen, the flavor was just lost. I thought the chewy mochi with the crunchy pastry would be great, but it wasn't. I absolutely adore kinako, but it just didn't work. I'll stick to regular omochi with kinako. We got the two Korean beef pastries - the croissant version and the bun version. The bun was great even though the filling was skimpy. The croissant pastry was okay, but the bun was better. Would I come back? Probably not, to be honest.

Galbijjim (Korean Braised Short Rib) Croissant | $8.50 - Tastes like cold pizza

The store front 2/18/24

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Match Cream Puff ( I have been craving this!)

Arizmendi Bakery

Still my go-to bakery. The cherry corn scones, foccaica bread, and pizza here are my go-to's…read more Every morning, they sell yesterday's pizza for $17 in the fridge. They sell out early morning, so get here first thing.

I've heard wondrous things about Arizmendi Bakery, and I am a big fan of bakeries that also serve a…read morepizza slice-of-the-day. The line around noon wasn't too bad, and it moved quickly since most people in line knew the drill and had their items ready to go. I ordered the slice-of-the-day, which turned out to be a mushroom + spinach + mozzarella combo. I placed my order at the counter and was handed a hot slice of pizza about five minutes later. I was fortunate to land one of the limited seats inside the bakery, although, there was also plenty of bench space in the parklet outside. The pizza crust was thin and crispy - with just the right amount of chew - and tasted slightly of sourdough. Topping-wise, the mushrooms were abundant but not overpowering; however, I wish there had been other vegetables to balance out the flavor. Paying less than $5 for a generously-sized slice (adorned with a mini slice on top) felt like a bargain, especially in SF. I would definitely make the trip back out here to give the pizza another try and to pick up some of the other baked goods.

Pastries, Currant Scones, Oat Scones

Corn Cherry Scones

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Dirty Horchata

Roma Antica

Locally sourced ingredients

Have been here twice, David has been really nice and welcoming, wonderful dining experience!read more

We randomly picked Roma Antica for some carb loading the night before the San Francisco Marathon,…read moreand it turned out to be one of the best decisions! I ordered the bucatini Amatriciana, and my boyfriend had the gnocchi with Gorgonzola cream sauce. Both dishes were outstanding. The bucatini was exactly how I like it--super thick, chewy, and cooked to a perfect al dente. But the real surprise was the gnocchi. The Gorgonzola cream sauce was hands down the best I've ever had. Gorgonzola can sometimes be a little too overpowering, but this sauce was incredibly creamy with the perfect balance of richness and flavor. We couldn't stop talking about it.

Carbonara

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Saltimbocca alla romana

Parachute Bakery

Gochujang Pimento Cheese Twist (Savory) - 5* Morning Bun…read more(Sweet) - 4* Photos attached. Looking forward to trying more things including coffees!!

Parachute Bakery at the Ferry Building is getting buzz for serving some of SF's best pastry and…read morecroissants. We avoided their lines by coming off hours on a weekday. Everything is takeaway only, and the bold, modern orange packaging is as well designed as the pastries. The laminated pastry and croissants here are sculptural. My duck prosciutto, turkey fig and brie pastry was firmer (and flakier) than expected, likely because the pastry is compressed tightly to hold its shape. The filling was a delicious combo of flavors. There are only five seats in the cafe. They serve quality coffee drinks, including a viral cold brew Banana Caramel Explainer, which I skipped this visit because the pastry was enough for me. The kitchen is led by chef Nasir Armar, formerly pastry chef at Michelin starred Sorrel & Saison. The team here is friendly and polished. Definitely premium pricing on their retail items: think $30 cookie creams and $40 jars of jam. Impressive craftsmanship on the pastry.

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Juniper

Not good not bad . Nothing special to go out of the my way for a croissant. At San Francisco prices…read moreexpecting a bit more. It was ok only if I am in the neighborhood

Visited on a Sunday afternoon around 11AM, and the line wrapped around the store. The line moved…read morefairly fast (~15 min wait), and there were menus posted outside the door to look at while waiting. They still had all their items in stock, including the seasonal fruit danish and elote danish. I opted to try the cubano croissant since it was labeled as award winning on the menu. I was surprised to find a decently thick cut of pork inside the croissant, since most croissants are typically rolled with thinly sliced pieces of meat. The croissant was flaky and buttery. Definitely a must try for a savory option. There are a few tables at the back of the bakery to chat/eat but it can get crowded when people are waiting for their items. Solid spot for delicious pastry items!

The est Avocado toast ever!

Pain Au Chocolat

Bright ambiance inside

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The Italian Homemade Company

Meatballs were extremely good! I'm not a great critic for Italian food but here's my take:…read more The pesto surprisingly felt a bit not as immersed, the olive oil felt a bit separate from the parsley and the nuts but overall yummy. Pasta was fantastic, bouncy and fresh. If order the other créame bolognese sauce next time. Some mosquitos inside so just a bit annoying on warm days but overall great service and area.

Great spot for homemade pasta! You can see the staff making…read morepasta as soon as you walk in! We went on a Saturday night and were seated right away. And we got our food pretty fast. We ordered: - Pesto gnocchi: tasted so fresh and full of flavor - Meat lasagna: so much meat! I typically like more ricotta but if you like more meat, this is for you. The sauce was delicious! - Burrata salad: such a big portion! Love the bread it comes with

Great mix of cold cuts and cheeses!

Casual dining

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Fettuccine Pesto was amazing!

Q Specialty Coffee

Certified professionals

Locally owned & operated

Both the coffee and matcha were delicious! The difference between the triple matcha (with whipped…read morematcha foam) and the velvet matcha was a bit confusing, but the velvet matcha was delicious, strong, and a fun experience! The flat white with whole milk and single-origin, Ethiopian beans was absolutely delicious! You can really taste the freshness of the coffee's roast. It was so interesting to learn about the zero-emissions in-house Bellwether roasting process. There was also a coffee scent bar where you could compare the scents of different bean origins prior to ordering! The baristas were friendly and personable despite the afternoon rush!

This was a solid coffee stop and I definitely enjoyed my drink. However, I don't think it's the…read morebest coffee spot in the city, especially considering how long the line gets. We waited quite a while, and while the drinks were good, I'm not sure they completely justified the wait. If you can come during off-peak hours, I think you'll enjoy it much more. Overall, it's a good café with quality coffee and a nice vibe. Just be prepared for a line if you visit during busy times.