I believe one of the best kept secrets of San Francisco. Other tic tok bakeries are more popular - some are more expensive - but I don't think any are necessarily better - especially if you are looking for European or German style. Tartine is a go to. But its so overrated and long lines I would shy away sometimes. Wildly popular tic tok bakeries - not my thing - 4 hour wait in line - trend followers. Sure, once in a lifetime but not your every day bakery. This is an everyday (or every week) bakery - no fuss - no funny business. I love German cakes and have tried to make them myself and its not as easy as one might think. I've had the original Sacher Torte from Hotel Sacher - and let me tell you - what you buy here isn't the same but its respectable, and down to earth and could save you a $3000 airplane trip to Europe. The owner is very sweet and I think usually at the other location. I love the fruit sauces and the fillings in the donuts. Give them a try. You won't be disappointed. read more

I came here with my friend after a monthly Stammtisch Sunday meetup for some German pastries. I got the last Apfeltasche (apple turnover). It was pretty dry and not too sweet. I wasn't thrilled, but it also wasn't bad. I just probably wouldn't get it again. read more

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Chill spot! Came later in the day so there were less options, but what we got was delicious. The Pan Suisse was very filled w cream and chocolate which was highly appreciated. The Berliner had an awesome strawberry jam, gave strawberry lemonade vibes. read more

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- 4.8: pretzel croissant: Awesome, because the inside has the same moist, chewy texture as a pretzel. You must heat it up in a convection taoster oven. - 2.5: Berliner. Overhyped. no different than any other donut, not as good as a bombolini. It doesn't have enough grease. Parking is difficult/expensive. read more

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ham & cheese pretzel croissant was pretty good. sachertorte was also tasty enjoyed the chocolate and raspberry flavors. eating in is uncomfortable, restaurant is drafty and there's only 2 small tables and a standing bar. service was nice, there seemed to just be one person running the place. read more

Hahdough - ham & cheese pretzel croissant, Sachertorte Cake Slice - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came by on a weekend afternoon as my friends and I were making the SF double cross trail. Tried a slice of the orange cassis cake and a pretzel. I thought the pretzel was only okay. There were a lot of things that were sold out in by the time we got there, maybe early afternoon around 1-2pm. Orange cassis cake was good. Tart and sweet but not too sweet. A good balance between the flavors. The mousse was smooth, and the cake was moist. Would love to come back to try their other offerings. read more

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Hands down one of my favorite bakeries in the city! The bakery specializes in German pastries, so they have a lot of pretzels and other cakes that I've never tried before. They also have German coffee in the summer. The store is very small and everything gets done pretty quickly if you already know what you wanna order. I think the store also has one or two tables where you can sit and have your food. read more

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They have a nice assortment of German desserts I bought a Black Forest cake and it was delicious. It's pretty small for the price The lady working there answered all my questions and warmed me there was alcohols in the cake I bought Easy walk from divisaderro where we had lunch at a French bistro read more

Took someone 5 minutes to even come to the window, no line just bad customer service. It's a very small place, it's literally a hole in a wall with a walk up window. They had only two things available from the menu and we got the BlackForest cake that has great reviews. It was by far the worst piece of cake we've ever had. There was no one distinguishable flavor. I don't know how that's possible. Not chocolate, not cherry, not sweet, not cream. Could care less to try anything else they have. Everything from the location to the customer service to the product sucks. read more

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I'm really disappointed to be writing this because the pastries here are absolutely delicious. I occasionally drive all the way from Marin County to treat my family, which makes this experience even more frustrating. Like other reviewers have mentioned, the opening hours are unreliable. Because of the long drive, I called ahead today to confirm they were open and to ask whether pastries and cakes were still available. I was told--briefly and not very kindly--that they were open until 3 p.m. and still had pastries. After driving 40 minutes, I arrived to find they were out of almost everything. The service was extremely unaccommodating. When I asked a few questions, the person behind the counter skipped over me, took the order of the customer behind me, and sold them the last of some of the remaining pastries. I was honestly speechless. The responses I received were short and borderline rude, which made the entire experience feel even worse after such a long drive. I want the owner to know that while the pastries are excellent, the service was so poor that I genuinely wished I had stayed home and baked a cake myself with the same amount of time and effort. Great product, but an extremely disappointing service experience. read more

This bakery is good but it isn't a place I would go out of my way to get cake from. Their cakes look perfect and you can tell they really put a lot of effort in making it as even as possible. I expected it to be more moist and decadent, but instead it was more light and closer to cake that your asian relatives would approve of (for those of you who get it, will get it). Cinnamon Pastry: Great stuff, but quite sugary if you consume it in one sitting. Black Forest Cake: The ratio is odd, a thick layer of cherries at the base could have been better spread evenly throughout the layers. Sacher Torte: Cake again, was sort of dry and too light Mozarttorte: Mild flavors and again the cake is dry Im not an expert on German cakes and didn't know what to expect, but it's not for me. read more

We have tried a few cakes from this bakery and we really love them! First of all they make European cakes, so very different with regards to taste, ingredients, decoration and experience. Then they also have some really amazing original types cakes that provide an opportunity to explore new things. Overall is it one of my favorite bakeries in town! read more

Love love love this place. Their cheesy pretzels are the absolute best! All of the pastries that I have tried have been divine. The cakes are also really yummy and are of a decent price. I've had good service anytime I've gone in person to pick up an order, but most of the time I order on DoorDash. read more

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High quality deliciousness. Been to Germany like 5 times and you notice things that stand out. Good beer, driving fast on the freeway, and outstanding bakery goods. This place can legit add German bakery in their name cuz they are smacking. Quality control on point to how i had it in the Homeland read more

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I've traveled in Germany, and this bakery is nothing like the breads or pastries I experienced there. As the saying goes, don't judge a book by its cover--while the pastries look beautiful and impeccably presented, the flavors were ultimately quite ordinary. Given the quality, I can't justify the price point. The Christmas stollen, priced at $50, was especially disappointing and lacked flavor. read more

Go to place for their delicious cakes, so meticulously designed and constructed for a delightful celebration of any occasion! Their mango coconut torte is sublime. read more

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Freshly made tasty stuff and a lovely parklet a few steps away, what more could a guy ask for? A vanilla-filled doughnut and a pretzel for later. Livin! I wish they would post the individual prices, pretty reasonable, for folks who don't want to buy 27 pretzels. Other than that, I have no complaints. read more

$11 for micro star cookies that all fit in one hand. MUCH smaller than depicted on their website. read more

Hahdough - Much smaller than depicted on their website. - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I wanted to surprise my partner for his birthday with cake from a pastry shop we haven't tried before, and got the gentleman's cake slice and a strawberry-mango mousse cake slice from here and we were both blown away! I love supporting local, and I found out that the owner is actually a Vietnamese woman that grew up in Germany!! Love the story. Delicious, delicious cakes. Will def be back to try out more!! read more

We ordered one cherry and one apple mini pies. They are great, especially the streusel. I highly recommend the bakery. I think all of their pastries I have tried were good. The bakery has one or two tables inside, they also sell coffee and sandwiches. If you're in the neighborhood, I recommend checking them out. read more

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Quick Summary: - Unique pastries not found anywhere else - Coffee is slightly sour but it pairs well with the pastry An acquaintance recommended me to visit this bakery. It is a cozy little bakery. At one corner of the bakery, there are two tables and chairs to sit down and eat -- and that's what we did. We ordered some Berliners and a pastry that looks like a twisted rope, and in addition we decided to eat a slice of the yogurt cake. We were afraid we won't be able to take the cake safely home. Yes, we also ordered a cup of drip coffee. Usually, sour coffee is not my type. However, with the yogurt cake, it balances out. The cake was new and different because it had a nice sour punch to it. The first bite was almost puckering level sour. The layers contain fruits and one tastes like passionfruit? Maybe that was the most sour flavor in the cake. The next is the cream, the texture and flavor didn't taste like whipped cream, so happily, this made the overall cake super light and refreshing. This day, the weather was warm and overcast, so this cake brightened and refreshed us up. On the following morning, I tried the Berliner, and I liked this one as well. Both pastries are generally light; not heavy in the gut. The custard cream was my favorite. It's like a doughnut, but lighter. A very good bakery, and if I walk around the area I'll visit and buy some of their pastries again. read more

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Hahdough is a gem in San Francisco and I hope it continues to have great success. I first tried Hahdough's Berliner at the Inner Sunset Farmers Market probably circa 2017. I was so excited when they opened up a storefront. I've purchased their Berliners many times and they have always tasted incredibly fresh and delicious. They are sweet but not too sweet. Their selection of cakes is delightful and while I have liked some more than others, I consistently like trying their cakes. I've especially enjoyed the black forest cake. Hahdough is wonderful! Please never leave us! read more

Came by the other morning for pastries and it was a decent experience. Arrived right at 8 am and it was confusing as the door stated that the bakery opens at 8:30 am while Google and Yelp both confirm that they open at 8 am. Arrived at 7:55 am and was excited since the door was open and the curtains were also open. The staff stated that they needed a few more moments and ended up opening by 8:05 am... Street parking is plentiful first thing in the morning. The bakery has a few tables in the back. It appears that this location is merely a retail location with the baked goods being delivered from their other location. Started off with the berlinger with fresh cream and strawberries and it was excellent. The pastry was very light and the cream was fresh. Moved on to the ham and cheese croissant and it was also excellent. Super fresh and flaky croissant with ham and cheese on the inside. The apple streudal was flavorful and tasted better after heating it up in the toaster oven for a bit. The beesting cake was a touch lackluster with the yeast-based dough being on the dry side. The vanilla cream was tasty though. The Blackforest Cake was also a touch lackluster with the highlight being the fresh cream and flavorful cherries. The cake was also on the drier side...bummer. ~$35 for a variety of pastries and they take credit cards. read more

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Delicious! First time at this location. Really nice to see! It's bright, beautiful and with the most delightful berliners and cakes, delicious soft, cheesy pretzels - can't wait to return with friends to try more yummy treats! read more

I spotted this German bakery on my way to the DMV. I remembered reading about it, so I decided to stop by after my inevitable DMV visit. They were out of the berliners, but I enjoyed the beesting cake. It wasn't heavy or overly sweet. I look forward to trying one of their pretzels or a different cake next time. Friendly service with a smile and some seating available. Give their baked goods a try! read more

I like the fruit danish and the pistachio cream or vanilla cream berliner. The pretzels and cinnamon croissants are mid. If you see a flaky looking pastry, get it!! I forgot the name but it was like top 10 baked goods all time for me. So many yummy treats here, but the price is ultra-inflated. $7 each is about the mean price of menu items. A cream filled donut is $4.50 or so. There is rarely a line so I always get my stuff fast! Great service. Very grab and go aesthetic but with a homely touch. Artisanal bulbs above the pastry bar. Very well lit location unlike the one on Laguna st. 4/5 would go again. read more

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We are in the midst of Oktoberfest (this year: September 17-October 3, 2022) where we celebrate more than just beer. It started off as a royal wedding celebration back in 1810 when Prince Ludwig of Bavaria married Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen. Because they were two very royal party animals and probably great marketers for their kingdom, they suggested it as an annual event, using their wedding anniversary to promote traditional agricultural events. And as you can imagine, it grew and grew (except it was canceled during wars and epidemics). Over the years, festival brewers in Munich started serving a Bavarian Marzenbier-style beer (lager) that goes well with Bavarian Pretzels (enjoyed with obatzda or other delicious dips). Just because we are not in Munich doesn't mean we can't celebrate Oktoberfest with some delicious pretzels. Hahdough sells pretzels by the dozen, just preorder online. And yummy Black Forest cake. My favorite is the Mokkaschokolade Torte (mocha chocolate mousse cake). Now we all get to be party animals and enjoy some cake, too. read more

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Ordering one item through a food consolidator might not be the best way to judge a business. But I'll share my observations from what I learned in trying one of this bakery's signature offerings. Being a new vendor and having this item featured on an email compelled me to try them. My brother's birthday was that week and I thought it'd be a nice surprise. Then he throws me a curveball by requesting another cake from another bakery. Who am I to question or deny him?! Coincidentally, my uncle's birthday was the following weekend so we shared this when he joined our family for dinner. After garnishing it with candles and singing Happy Birthday, we dug in on their black forest cake (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ZEbQuznjirXuKbFOd0xo6w&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q). My expectations were tempered since we waited over a week to finally cut this, but guess what?! It was delicious and still moist and flavorful. I loved that the cake wasn't dense and the chocolate cake flavor didn't overwhelm the cherry filling or vice versa. The other nice thing was that the amount of whipped cream also didn't make this too rich. Perfectly balanced. It didn't dawn on me that I'd read reviews of this bakery after seeing some friends post FB photos on their visits. My concern with this part of town is always parking so I'll need to find a strategic time to make my way here. Thank you for providing a delicious cake for our family's celebration. read more

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Came here on a Wednesday around 12:30 no line. We had the beesting cake which was REALLY good and what looked like donuts which were tasty. Service was good. Portions were big. Had limited sets inside and a bench outside. First time trying German pastries and was delicious! read more

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I come for the Berliners which are similar to jelly donuts. I don't know the technical difference, but these taste much better and are more flavorful. They seem fresher and the filling tastes like real jam with real fruit instead of the super sugary preservative-laden filling of jelly donuts at a donut shop. The shop has coffee mugs for drinking there which is nice and always tastes better, however the space is super small, there are only 2 tables inside and 1 bench outside. The parking is pretty difficult, so I usually only come here if I'm shopping at nearby Falletti Foods that has a parking lot or if I'm at Alamo Square Park which is walking distance and a good idea to bring some treats to the park. read more

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Really a delightful German Pastry Shop , wonderful selection of Cakes, Pastry, Strudels, Pretzels, and of course Berliners! My decadent selection being a Berliner with an Intense Vanilla Custard , a Flaky Turnover with Walnuts, and several low guilt Mini Donuts. As for parking there a lot behind the store though I was creative in my use of street parking. The staff was very pleasant , and knowledgeable so I will be back. read more

Hahdough - Vanilla Berliner, Flaky Walnut Turnover, and some Mini Donuts that were ever so light. - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My SO picked up a few sweets from Hahdough for our early Xmas gathering this year and they were all very nice.   He could not order next day pickup online so he called.  I overheard his conversation and communication regarding a same day pickup/in stock inquiry seemed oddly difficult but he was able to reserve a Gentleman's Cake (Herrentorte) for pickup later that day. I'm not certain which location he went to so I have posted this review in both locations.  When he arrived, he noted the herrentorte was the smaller version but that they also had a larger pre-sliced version available in stock. He inquired about purchasing the larger version instead but apparently they said no, which I don't really understand.   For him, this was frustrating. Instead he purchased the smaller cake as originally intended plus a few other slices to try.  Again, we were having several people over for a dinner party so we tried slices of the Bienenstich (vanilla creme, honey almond cake), Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake, and Prinzregententorte (like the gentleman's cake but without liquor).  Plus an Apfelstreuselkuchen (apple tart with struesel topping) and a small bag of cookies.   All were very good.  Light and not too sweet with clear, bright flavors and lovely, fresh fruit.  I think my favorite was the Apfelstreuselkuchen. They're quite pricey but their quality and artistry is wonderful.  Just be forewarned to order well in advance and possibly expect some difficulties if you don't. read more

Hmmm , not exactly what I expected . I was thinking a Patisserie type joint . Next to the bagel shop, it must be something. Eh I was underwhelmed by the selection . Maybe because it was German and not French . But now to it , I finalized on the pretzel croissant. Yup it's the BITNESS! It's a heavy croissant, in the same way , miss butterworth was heavy . Not overly butter , but you know the butter is there on the tongue feel , and through the layers . I This is now my croissant STANDARD. All croissants going forward will be compared to this . No croissant I had has made me angry , I can't have them every day . Hainese chicken n rice in Thailand Pretzel croissant in sf at this bakery , On the list of regular shit to eat for the rat if your life and be happy read more

Hahdough Ratings: 4.2/5 Food: 4.5/5 - The only German pastry shop in SF, and I am so glad I got to try it out today with my sister and boyfriend. Our favorite was the Berliner, and we quickly devoured it. Honestly, it is the best way to start your day. Please check out my IG account (noraeatsgood) for more fun content and read the descriptions below for more details. - Berliner [GET]: Wow, not what I expected, but indeed so yummy! I could go for another one. I love the texture of dough. It's airy, fluffy, and light, literally melts in your mouth. I love the generous amount of powdered sugar on top too. Also surprisingly is that the cream filling was not too sweet or heavy, instead it has a whipped cream kind of texture and got the perfect amount of sweetness. Strawberries are super fresh and big, definitely made the Berliner tastes a lot more refreshing. I highly recommend this, and a MUST try for sure! - Pretzel Croissant [GET]: This croissant is at least 1.5x bigger than a normal croissant. The exterior is beautiful, come with that nice dark glaze and you can taste that malted flavor from the pretzel part. Croissant is very flaky and buttery with a light, airy, yet doughy interior. It tasted more like a croissant than a pretzel honestly, but still worth of a try. It is crunchy and super crispy, so expect to have crumbs all over you. Ambiance: 4/5 - Cute little shop located in NOPA right next to a gas station and a bagel shop down the street. Interior is tiny and cute but has everything a cafe is supposed to have and got a small area in the back if you want to dine-in. I think the back area at most fits 4 people. It's bright and clean, but definitely more of a grab-and-go type of place. Price: 4/5 - All pastries here ranges from $5 to $6, and cake slices are a bit more expensive. I think prices are reasonable for pastries in the neighborhood, especially when the croissants are so HUGE in size, so nothing outrageous. My boyfriend treated me to these, so I do not know the total of this order. Service: 4.25/5 - The staff working there was super nice, friendly and welcoming. She was patience and provided some great recommendations on which two pastries I should try out, and they were delicious. She plated the pastries for us, and bring it to us, then afterwards you clean it up yourself and return the plates near the trash can. BLUF: A hidden gem for German desserts and sweets in NOPA. They also have a second location near Hayes Valley. Definitely go early in the day for the pretzel croissant and Berliner before they sell out! I recommend the Berliner and they have other filled ones such as Nutella and vanilla. I can't wait to go back for more Berliners. read more

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Delicious German pretzels! I love the cheese (Gruyère) pretzel in particular. So delicious and made fresh each day. You have to go early for the best selection because they sell out quickly! The strawberry and cream donut is heavenly as well!! Parking is easy read more

My birthday cake last year was from Hahdough (I love cheesecakes and Hahdough offers one of the best cheesecakes in SF). I finally had the chance to visit the actual shop! They're right next to Schlok's (the popular bagel spot) and they have a sign outside saying something like "you should get some pastries to go w/ your bagel", which was cute. There is indoor seating space but the shop was empty when we went on a weekday morning. They had a dozen offerings to choose from, including German bread, pastries, and cakes. Their most popular items on the menu are the Berliner (German donuts with jam filling), pretzels, black forest, chocolate raspberry cake, and Bienenstich (beesting cake). Their cheesecake (we ordered the full-size one) is more on the creamy and heavy side (unlike Zanze's, which is very light). We got a slice of the Bienenstich cake in store this time. The combination of light vanilla cream, dough (which was quite dry), and the thick layer of toasted almonds at the top was positively surprising. It's my first time trying Bienenstich cake so I can't speak for its authenticity, but I found it rather tasty, albeit a bit too sweet and a little heavy (I wouldn't be able to finish a whole slice by myself, it felt like way too much cream). read more

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I love the pretzel croissant with ham and cheese. It combines two of my favorite European snacks -- German pretzel and French ham and cheese croissant. I could have that for breakfast everyday. The cakes are good too, but I feel like there are equivalent cakes at other bakeries. Come here for the unique German and German fusion (if that's a thing!) baked goods. read more

Best bakery in the city. Hahdough is a jewel of NoPa. It makes Incredible and delicately layered cakes where each layer is an individual achievement but is harmonized with the whole. The cherry danish, cherry marzipan danish, and cinnamon croissants are my personal favorites from among the other pastry options, but they are all great. Come for a cake slice or a single pastry but definitely plan on full cakes for special events and to bring when someone hosts you for dinner (there are small sized whole cakes). It instantly elevates an evening with friends and is so special. read more

We ordered the beesting cake. It was absolutely delicious. So light not too sweet. Perfect

**COVID-times review** I've been eyeing Hahdough for a while now, but hadn't found the time to walk to the Alamo Square/NoPa area. Ironically, on the way back from trying Hahdough there, I saw their Hayes Valley location (which is more like a window to order, but still--a slightly more convenient location for some. The cakes looked delicious, but alas, my friend and I did not walk for cakes. We wanted the Berliner and a pretzel--some real German goods from a German bakery! The menu and general vibe reminded me of Disneyland and Disney World, like near the Matterhorn and the Red Rose Taverne, providing a nice mini form of escapism for Disney fans. The Berliner was very good--it was light and fluffy, and despite what some reviews here mentioned, had quite a bit of filling yet still had a nice dough-to-filling ratio. The pretzel wasn't as much of a standout. I'd be back for the vibes, Berliner, and to try the cherry turnover or some other goods! Service was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful when my friend asked about their most popular items, what the difference between a Berliner and a donut are...(Berliner does not have a hole, made from a special yeast dough, tends to have a jelly filling but not always, powdered sugar on top, among others...) read more

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