Lovely pastries and just the nicest service. Highly recommend their chocolate croissant, fruit tart…read moreand brisket pastry that is reminiscent of a meat pie. All delicious! I often opt for this place opposed to the shop next door because the service is so friendly and you can tell its owner operated. Also want to emphasize the beautiful boxed presentation of the little cakes and tarts. Really makes it a special presentation if it's a hostess or birthday gift.

A little bake shop with some big taste! Everything looks so amazing, it's hard to choose what to…read moretry. Thankfully there are many great options, so you can't go wrong. Ham & Cheese Croissant: Perfect for when you want a savory breakfast treat. The first noticeable aspect is all the melted cheese crust on top, for a great umami and crispy layer. Inside, even more cheese, this is a gooier texture. Plus some thick rolled ham. Feels like a meal! Raspberry Roll: Such a fun spin on the cinnamon roll. The fruit cream on top is so eye catching! Much more indulgent than a typical cinnamon roll glaze. Inside, there's bits of raspberries baked along the rolled dough. Blueberry Roll: I think I actually prefer this one over the raspberry roll. Got a gooey flavor profile, like a blueberry muffin, without the tart tang of a raspberry. I could seriously see myself picking this over a cinnamon roll. Flan: Feels a bit bougier than regular flan, since it's encased in a flaky golden crust. Jiggly and eggy, with just the right sweetness. Though I did miss all the wet brown sauce that's found in regular flan. Coconut Mango Passion Fruit Entremet: Really enjoyed how there was so much going on with this! There was the gem-like super sweet fruit gel on top for a nice pop of flavor. Another layer of coconut cream, to really set the tropical vibe. Some fluffy cake and lots of oozing passionfruit. I'm a big fan of fruit desserts, so loved this. Quiche Lorraine: Loved how this was more creamy than eggy, meaning they got it right. Found it interesting that all the ham bits were towards the bottom, so the top was smooth. So rich, I had to eat this in different sessions. Baked Egg Croissant: Pretty much a complete breakfast with egg, cheese and croissant. Savory and filling. Though I think I preferred the Ham & Cheese Croissant, since ham makes everything better. Chocolate Éclair: Small, but mighty. A very rich and dense layer of chocolate ganache filling inside a light choux cylinder. Loved the creaminess. Brisket Chausson: Kinda like an empanada, but with a much flakier dough. The brisket was rich and meaty. Though had a bit of a pinkish color. Veggie Croissant: Looks like a savory danish. Loved the hefty amount of cheese and the partially cooked tomatoes. Royal: Really nice layered chocolate cake. There was some sort of ganache on the outside and nice crunchy praline like layer inside under the dense cake. Quite sophisticated combo of textures and flavors.

Cute local donut shop and the banana bread donut was BOMB! Donuts are soft and cake-like, very good.read more

Vegan donuts that are baked not fried? Sign me up! That means it's pretty much a healthy donut!…read more Whenever I go at the end of the day, they are either out of donuts or about to be out of donuts. The texture is pretty cake-y. Flavors are sweet, fresh, rich, and unique, but not overpowering. The cold brew is also very refreshing. The owner is very nice and friendly. He deserves the world! There's no indoor seating but that doesn't matter--eat it at the tables outside, or take it to outside the Ferry Building and watch the water move. Great location near BART, Muni, the ferry, and multiple Lyft bike docks. I keep coming back and you should too!

I am returning this Saturday w/o Gavin because that's how heavenly and sinfully rich and delicious…read morethis was but beware there will be a line especially if you come to the Ferry Building on a Saturday during farmers' market. Gavin ordered the frozen hot chocolate while I opted for the double chocolate cookie. We left the Ferry Building to go to Chinatown and returned and was elated that the line has died down a bit. Service was great, do not expect fast when you come here but you can expect great service and chocolate heaven. I did not try Gavin's drink but my cookie was soft, chewy, and so rich.

I was hanging out in the Ferry Building at the end of a business trip and I decided to bring some…read moretreats back to my office. I'd driven past the Dandelion factory and wanted to experience a true San Francisco treat! I ended up ordering a box of dark chocolate brittle ($60 for a large box), not cheap but definitely high quality and locally made. My colleagues in the office LOVED it; people came into my office just to talk about it and some of them brought it up to me days later. I'd never had brittle like it... it was a thin layer of crunchy, flaky toffee sandwiched between coatings of the richest, velvetiest dark chocolate. Even though I meant for this to be a gift, I snagged a few pieces for myself for the drive home. I didn't know how legendary their hot chocolate was until reading these reviews, so now I have another good reason to go back!

I almost cried when I saw the selections at Mariposa and knew they were all safe for me to eat…read more(Celiac). This dedicated gluten free bakery offers pastries, baked goods, alongside delicious sandwiches and pizza. Located in the Ferry Building, this walk up bakery has a great set up that keeps lines moving and allows you to see all of the incredible options. They also have super thoughtful additions such as birthday candles near the cake section. My non-gluten free friend ordered the olive, cheese and bacon pinwheel which was delicious. I had a Gobbler for lunch, a sandwich complete with cranberry sauce, and ordered a variety of pastries for the evening and the plane ride home the next day! While it was all amazing, the summer hand pie was probably my favorite. I went back to grab some wrapped pastries right around the time they were closing and the staff were so kind! They told me they had already put some things away but would be happy to pull them out for me. I am dreaming of Mariposa from the east coast.

People like things that are free. What is rare now is free things in the city of San Francisco. We…read moresee people on my social media feed eat everything freely as it was free. They say there is no free lunch but there is a place which serves free breakfast and lunch. This one place has free items. You will find here free flakey croissants in SF. They also have free pasta. When I mean free I mean everything there is to eat at this place is Gluten free. This place is located inside the Ferry Building and it's called Mariposa ( not the street in the Potrero) Baking. On a September stroll at the Ferry Building where you can take the ferry to Sausalito and Angel Island. I was surprised to see flakey croissants in SF and cinnamon rolls were Gluten free that didn't taste like pizza cardboard. The cinnamon roll was actually not too sweet but a bit flakey. You will also find gluten free pasta like the three cheese ravioli. You can also get cheese bagels and biscuit sandwiches which are gluten free. This is the spot where you can eat for free in SF, which means it's all gluten free. Go to the Ferry Building for a "break"and get something sweet and sour like some in SF like the "lemon cake "and other gluten free treats that they" bake" like a croissant in SF which does "flake" Enjoy the view of the Bay Bridge and the Pacific Oceans also known as the "salty sea" and then enjoy a herbal drink inside the Ferry Building and hold court at the "Imperial Tea"and enjoy some shopping at a trading post called the "Fog City Flea" and take flight on over to the Mariposa Bakery and get some bake goods which are" Gluten free "

Best fritter I've had - I went blueberry. Chewy amazing texture. Coffee was solid too. Nice quick…read moreservice even if it's not much to look at.

San Francisco has its own version of a local donut chain. These chains were usually open 24/7 and…read moresome would be found at different places around city. This would be the place to recover after partying until the break of dawn. This would also the first place you would go in the morning for an early pick me up. This also the place you grab a quick lunch or sweet treat. A week away from the start of Chinese New Year the donut shape ring is considered good luck which symbolizes coming full circle. These donut shops have Happy in their namesake like in Happy New Year. The place for these donut rings is called My Happy Donut. On a Winter stroll in the border of Chinatown and North Beach where you can find a croissant as flakey as most in SF. Stepping inside My Happy Donut you feel transported to an old San Francisco vibe which was carefree. This place has one pastry which is one of my favorites and that is a fritter. Apple fritters are sold all around the city but my new favorite is the Blueberry fritters. They were not too sweet and the blueberry balances it out with the thick savory dough. I also like getting eating the donut holes. They also serve Vietnamese coffee along with cheesy breakfast sandwiches. After 10 pm you will see the city "critter" in SF like raccoons going through the Super Bowl week "litter"and donuts are sweet and coffee like some can be "bitter" in SF a great place to grab a Blueberry "fritter " You should come "here "after you had a few glasses of wine or "beer" with a spirit full of "cheer "which means My Happy Donuts is the place to grab donut rings for good luck for the Happy Lunar "New Year"

Holy cannoli! All fresh cannoli, biscotti and pastries made in house with coffee drinks at this…read morebake shop frequented by locals and visitors. This is an experience you won't have often - I've never seen so many different kinds of biscotti available all in one place at a time! Mara's Italian Pastry and their wares are in full display through their clean glass windows and display cases, sure to make your mouth water and lure you in for a bite or two. These beautiful creations are as tasty as they look and the prices are reasonable despite being smack dab in the city. Located in a pretty busy part of town, you'll need have some trouble with parking but if you're commuting through public transportation or taxi services, it won't be too big of a hassle. Once you've arrived, you may as well stay awhile and get comfortable in their small dining area and share space with some locals who frequent the joint (civil servants included). If your eyes haven't already set on their pastries visible from the front, their cannoli, cakes, biscotti and gelato might! The cannolis are delicious and taste extremely fresh. You won't have many options with it but their two standard flavors are just as good. The cream filling is not too sweet and has great texture and the shell is crispy and buttery. The biscotti are the next big section of their store that will catch your attention. At least 10 different flavors of cookies and biscotti are up for grabs - aside from your typical chocolate, almond and anise, you'll find other nuts like pistachio and fruits like cherries showcased. As all biscotti, they're a bit tough to bite into but these crumble just enough to give you that burst of flavor in each chomp. Their gelato selection is small but with it, Mara's got a bit of something for everyone! For coffee lovers, they have a full espresso menu and I'm sure they'll be open to making whatever ratio of milk and foam you're looking to drink if they're not too busy. The place is average in noise level as the place can be quiet at times but when the crowds come, they come in droves. For those who are simply looking to grab and go, this will be perfect on the weekdays and when timed right on the weekends. Overall, Mara's does a fantastic job representing their Italian heritage and baked goods. If you're a fan of Italian pastries or looking to expand your palate, you need to make a trip out here and indulge in their pastries, cannoli and biscotti. Aside from the food, you can also chill like at any other coffee shop. This mom and pop is your one stop shop for legit Italian treats!

Dessert: 3/5 Service: 3/5…read moreAmbiance: 3/5 Portion to Price: 3/5 Overall: One of a few pastry shops in the area. The extended review... Dessert: 3/5 - Not too sure exactly what we got but they were two chocolate cakes. Pretty standard fare I'd say. Service: 3/5 - Standard service. Ambiance: 3/5 - Just a few seats inside this small shop. Portion to Price: 3/5 - Standard pricing.

Bought apricot/lemon batard amd sour cherry walnuts. They…read moreare delicious in taste! I had them fresh and toasted then put cream cheese for breakfast. You must try them. Small bakery tucked away from China town and north beach Little Italy!

I've had this bookmarked for a while and was in the neighborhood, so we stopped by to take a look…read more The owner, Tony Gemignani of Tony's pizza opened this small, grab 'n go, quaint bakery that sells very good bread, bagels, and baked goods! I heard that sometimes they sell out and close the shop early, but thankfully they still had bagels and gold standard baguettes ($6) left. We got there around 1:30 on a Friday afternoon. Service was friendly and welcoming. There were only a few people in line, also there to pick up baguettes. Glad we were able to snag one before they were gone! I also got an everything bagel and a cinnamon raisin bagel ($2.95/each). The bagels were a bit pricey for the size. Inside, you'll see sheet pans of baked goods being made fresh! I think all the sweet pastry was gone by the time we got there. Sadly, we didn't see any biscottis, spumoni or rainbow cookies. When we got home, we sliced up half of the baguette and toasted in the oven. It had a nice sourdough flavor (not too sour). Best eaten that day! After a few days, it can get hard. But if you can't finish it all, it makes great croutons for salad! That's what we did. It was crispy and very yummy! The bagels were also good and had a nice chew. Though the size of the bagel isn't quite like the ones you'd see in New York. But the texture was close! Hope to come back to try their sweet pastries, if I could just get there before they sell out!

My boyfriend and I wanted a sweet treat after dinner, so we checked this place out. We were a bit…read moreskeptical because many Asian desserts are "not too sweet". The staff recommended ube to satisfy our sweet tooth..I added red bean topping and a taiyaki cone. Less than 15 minutes later, we were back in line to order the jasmine milk tea flavor topped with nutella and taiyaki cone. Very strong flavors, very good quality soft serve that is better than Somisomi and Matcha Cafe Maiko

The seasonal ball scoop ice cream was Thai tea. It was not bad, that's Thai tea all right. But…read morenothing stood out to me. The texture was a bit weird, it was actually a bit chewy, like mochi. I definitely didn't order mochi by accident haha. It wasn't bad just very unexpected. The explanations in the signs were good (how to order) and the staff was friendly enough. The soft serve ice cream was ready quickly but the scoop took a minute. There isn't any seating but the ice cream is convenient to eat on the go. Also this dad joke in the sign is so bad... I didn't take points off for that but I had to mention.