everything here is amazing (5/5) food and staff are the best in SF ambiance is so fun with positive energy highly, highly recommend coming here. I bring friends here every time I can read more

It's like stepping into a Paris café, the ambiance is pure French, the smells the setup and the vibe. The food is amazing, from the buttery croissants, the French onion soup, the crepes to the juicy and delicious hamburger and fries. Friendly staff, great Castro location and sidewalk seating - I love it there! read more

Tried the salmon crepe and fondant au chocolat. Was not in love with the first one, but I enjoyed the second. Le Marais itself is a super cute cafe space, so either way, it was enjoyable to eat here with friends. Salmon crepe ($20): This dish had a generous amount of wild smoked salmon, which I thought was great, but I didn't love how it came together. My biggest issue was the raw spinach coated in a watery cream sauce inside the crepe. It made things soggy, and in general, I don't want to be eating a crepe with raw spinach. The textures don't mesh well. Then the salmon was on top rather than inside, whereas I think cooked spinach plus the smoked salmon should have been inside. I also wasn't in love with their particular buckwheat crepe. That being said, I still ate the whole thing. I just felt there were some easy fixes to make it a lot better. Fondant au chocolat ($3.50): This was lovely. It was rich and dense but not overly so. It still had a crumb, which I loved. There are way too many rich chocolate desserts that are just straight fudge with no crumb. If I wanted fudge, I would have ordered fudge. The sweetness and chocolatiness levels were solid. And the portion was good, because anything larger would have felt like too much. Overall, I think Le Marais could be a good option if you're in the area and want Parisian vibes in the city. read more

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Mom & I stopped by because the outside looked so cute! Upon walking in, one waitress walked right by sighing in an annoyed manner, while the person working behind the counter ignored us for 15 minutes...so we walked out. There were just a couple pastries left to choose from by this afternoon but we were open to trying one and trying a tea - but the extremely rude and poor service drove us out. read more

Tried the avocado toast and Nutella crepe and was honestly disappointed with both. The avocado toast felt underwhelming overall. I was hoping for a flakier, softer croissant base and a topping with more depth and flavor, but it fell flat. The Nutella crepe was also a miss--quite dry, with a pasty, doughy texture that didn't feel fresh or well-executed. We weren't even offered a water caraffe. Overall, it wasn't worth the 20-minute walk from the 16th & Mission BART station, especially given the expectations going in. read more

Really cute French brunch place, half inside, half outside on the sidewalk. On a SF-ian weekend morning, the vibes are wonderful. And anything buckwheat always gets me excited. However, I expected a bit more from the crepes: my ham/gruyere/egg yolk one was paper thin -- not enough filling to support the buckwheat, a friend's strawberry tasted like straight up jam, the only redeeming one was the mushroom crepe. read more

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A cute french bakery perfect to grab some cafe food/drink. I like their baked goods abd drinks. They are located near dolores park. They charge a little extra depending if you sit in the bakery or do takeout. read more

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Brunch date with the hubs and been wanting to check this place out. It was busy but we were able to snag a table. We ordered the soft scramble and Eggs Benedict. Had to try the pastries, so we also ordered a chocolate croissant and butter croissant. Love the big mugs of coffee. Ordered a vanilla latte but it didn't taste like vanilla - wonder if they just brought me a regular one. I liked the butter croissant. As for the chocolate, I think we've had better. As for our egg dishes, I enjoyed the soft scramble. Comes with a side salad and smoked trout. Hubs enjoyed the benedict. At no time did we feel rushed. Nice start for our morning. read more

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My friend suggested this place for brunch, and oh my gosh it was so good! I got the 5-item bistro board, and it was the perfect light breakfast. I loved being able to try so many items at an affordable price, and everything was delicious. I also liked the set-up where you pay first, and then your food gets delivered to your table. After we found a table, it took mere minutes for our food to arrive. After our meal was over, we lingered to continue catching up, and the staff never rushed us. Really appreciate that! read more

Le Marais Bakery - Bistro Board 5 for $18 (roast potatoes, scrambled eggs, smoked salmon, fresh fruit, cinnamon morning bun) - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here with my former boss who was up visiting her son and is one of their go to places. I know parking can be a bit of a pain so we got there around 945. Scored a park 1/2 block. There is out door seating and some indoor. When you walk in you are greeted to a large case of scrumptious display of various deliciousness.. there are menu you can perused and you order at the counter and seat yourself. The staff brings your order according to the number on a stick they give you to stick at the table you choose. Settled on the fungi crepe, which are supplied by Fungi West. My favorite mushroom company. The crepe is made out of buckwheat flour and very good. My boss ordered the quiche and we split a crossisant. The also have a case of frozen croissant you can take a bake. I made a mental note to come back an purchase some. This is also great for people and dog watching and a large majority of folks patronizing the place had their dogs with them. The portions were just right and you didnt feel over stuffed or sluggish afterwards. Will be returning. read more

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The service was marginal. It took three try's to get a bottle of sparkling wine. Food was correct but no seasoning was used. Sometimes it's something simple as sea salt. Learn from the French! It's a great location but cook and service staff must step it up. I've worked in a French restaurant. Why do you think theres no salt on the table? Because the chef has seasoned the food to taste? Right? Please have your staff eat food that comes out of your kitchen! It's not good. You serve good product without seasoning the food. Please Season the food... your cooks should know. Step it up.cook like you want to eat it. Staff need to know great chefs come to San Francisco and want to seek out your restaurant. But you need to step up to the challenge. I'll be back one more time. Soon. I own a place here.I expect better service and food properly seasoned. Thank you read more

Mediocre is the only way to describe this place. It's been consistently ok for food, they don't seem to service / clean the tables very often, and I never leave there feeling full. It's got a cute European charm, but that's about it. read more

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This place has been recommended by neighbors so we decided to check it out on a Saturday afternoon. The food was pretty good and well presented. The service was okay. You pay at a POS and grab a seat. We had to venture inside to ask for cutlery, salt/pepper, and another plate. The patio area definitely could have used a sweep because there was trash on the floor. The real star was the coffee - I had a delicious mocha. I would return for the coffee! read more

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Le Marias was voted the best croissant in 2023 by the People's Choice. So I decided to try their croissant. Their croissant was a big disappointment for me. Why? The croissant was not crunchy on the outside. The croissant was not chewy on the inside. The croissant did not have that buttery taste. The croissant had a sour aftertaste. I am puzzled this croissant won People's Choice as the best croissant in San Francisco. In my opinion, this was one of the worst croissant I've tasted. DJ's rating: 1.0/5.00 Would I come back? Definitely not. read more

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Although imperfect, Le Marais is a solid spot to grab a bite for brunch with some friends. I had mixed feelings about some of the food. The freshly prepared food was quite nice, but the pastries, I'd consider only to be okay. Your mileage may vary on seating, depending on when you show up. For the group I was with, it was quite a challenge to find enough space for our group to sit and eat. That said, when we decided we did want to stay, the staff handled a couple of us switching our orders to dine-in very gracefully. If you're here when it's a little less busy, you might not have the same issues. All things considered, it's definitely a solid spot to check out. read more

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I came here for brunch with a friend and unfortunately had an incredibly frustrating experience. It started when I ordered an iced Americano and was given a hot one instead. I had to talk to multiple staff members before they brought out the correct drink. We were also never given water cups. Other tables around us had them, but they never gave them to us. After my friend had already finished his entire meal, we had to get up and get water cups ourselves. The worst part was that my food took over 50 minutes to arrive. I had ordered a salmon crepe, and it was actually the first item we placed. When we asked about it, we were told it hadn't been entered into the system. They said it would come out in about five minutes, and eventually it did, but it was extremely underwhelming (almost wished it hadn't). The crepe itself was dry and had an odd texture. The filling was just some spinach, a few slices of cucumber, and some salmon that tasted unusually fishy. It didn't feel fresh, and overall the dish was just not enjoyable to eat (I took a few bites and left ASAP). The table next to us was also waiting a long time for their food. It felt like the staff were trying their best, but they were clearly stretched too thin. I understand places get busy, but the basics were missed here. I really hoped this would be a nice brunch spot, but it ended up being disappointing. I won't be coming back. read more

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If you're looking for that perfect summer brunch spot that feels like a sunny getaway, Le Marais Bakery in San Francisco checks all the boxes. The café itself feels like a slice of summer in Europe -- bright white walls, pops of blue, sun-drenched corners, and leafy plants that give off total Santorini brunch vibes. It's the kind of place where you can sip on a hot cappuccino lose track of time, and pretend you're on vacation. Loved The Pain Suisse.Think about layers of flaky, buttery pastry hugging rich belgium chocolate and silky cream (not sure about it's ingredients though) -- each bite perfectly balanced between indulgent and light. It's not just a pastry; it's a moment. Crisp on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth on the inside. Next time would love to try their proper brunch menu, so many options to choose from. read more

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I first found this place from Instagram because of the giant croissant that they make. You have to order it at least three days in advance online, which I did. A few minutes before my pick up time they called me telling me there was a baking issue and I wouldn't be able to get the giant croissant I ordered, and if I could come the next day instead. I had just arrived at the bakery and ended up talking to the staff in person where she explained what happened, refunded me for my order, and then offered me free pastries because they couldn't fulfill my original order. While I was initially annoyed that I wasn't given more notice, I appreciated the comped baked goods. The palmier was a bit stale, but the croissants were amazing. The plain croissant is the best croissant I've ever had in the US and tasted just like the croissants I've had in France. You can really taste the butter in these croissants! And the almond croissant was very tasty as well and had a lot of filling. The place itself was very cute and I loved that the tables outside were set up in the style of French cafés. And all the staff working here had brunch accents so it really felt like I was in a French boulangerie. read more

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Food Quality: * (Dry, Overhyped) Service: * (Unhelpful, Slow) Ambiance: ** (Standard Bakery) Value: * (Overpriced Disappointment) Le Marais Bakery was a massive letdown. We drove quite a distance specifically for their supposedly famous gigantic croissant, advertised as the largest in SF. Imagine my frustration when I was told it requires a 48-hour advance order... information nowhere to be found on their website or the article that raved about it! Highly disappointing after the long drive. To at least try something, I ordered a regular croissant, and it was terrible - dry and completely unremarkable. Adding insult to injury, the service was unhelpful. We brought our own coffee cups, trying to be environmentally conscious, yet our coffee took significantly longer to arrive than orders placed after ours. This place is definitely a 1-star experience, and I certainly won't be returning. Lesson learned: always check Yelp reviews first. read more

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In the simplest terms possible, whether it's takeout or dine in, but we usually do takeout, the best meals I've had here are always the ones that are slightly less healthy. We're talking cheese, we're talking bread, and whether it's the Croque Madame/Monsieur , the one with the mushrooms, which is killer, that is definitely the way to go. Every time I've tried to do a healthier crêpe, or one of the salad like options, I haven't been overly impressed. read more

Le Marais promises a taste of France in the heart of SF, and on a bustling Sunday morning, it certainly delivered the atmosphere. At the entrance, they have a menu for those who are waiting to order. We looked through the menu and found a bunch of interesting pastries, but they seemed to be out of the ones that intrigued us the most by the time it was our turn to order. We eventually settled on the Brunch for Two. Despite the crowd, we were pleasantly surprised by how quickly we found a table. Le Marais exudes a quaint and cozy ambiance, perfect for relaxing and soaking in the Parisian-inspired surroundings while sipping a drink and people-watching. It truly felt like a little escape. FOOD: Our order was massive for the two of us! It came with a generous amount of yogurt, fruit, granola, avocado, scrambled eggs, and smoked salmon. I was really excited to dig into the spread. The only disappointing part, and which is what I came to Le Marais to try, was their pastries. They didn't feel special compared to other bakeries. Regardless, everything still tasted really light, healthy, and left us feeling satisfied with our leftovers. Le Marais offers a charming atmosphere and a delicious, generously portioned brunch. It's a great spot for a casual weekend meal and a taste of Parisian cafe culture. read more

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I don't know why this place doesn't have better reviews! I came on a Friday morning around 9am to get some work done and thought it was a perfect place to work. They were playing French music and had lots of big windows with good natural light -- such a nice vibe. I had an amazing almond croissant but definitely want to come back to try the food. The workers were super nice too. read more

Le Marais Bakery - Almond croissant - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I come over at least twice a month from Berkeley for a mocha. Yes they are that good and the breakfast is outstanding.

I've called them 4 times today with no answer. My husband got severe food poisoning after eating there yesterday and poison control would like to know what type of mushrooms they used in a dish but again - can't get them to answer read more

Came here to try their viral Giant Croissant! You have to preorder it at least 3 days in advance (which you can do online), and make sure to choose the right pickup time. We accidentally reserved it for 8:00 AM, so when we got there at 9:30 AM, it was cold. The croissant was HUGE, larger than my head! We split it between 5 people and even then we took home leftovers. I thought the ends and top part of the croissant were decently good and had good lamination and layers. The bottom middle portion, however, was dense and gummy, likely because of the sheer size of the croissant and not being able to cook it all the way through. The novelty (and why we ordered it) was the size of the croissant, so I expected the baking to be somewhat uneven. It was fun to share, though! There's seating indoors and outdoors, though tables are generally meant for parties of 4 and under by table size. The outdoor patio was a delight to sit out in, it was a beautifully sunny day. Would come back to try their other pastries, they looked delicious! read more

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I had been seeing the giant croissant from Le Marais all over social media and was excited to finally visit! I came on a Sunday morning around 9:15 AM with a group of friends. It was a bit busy, but we were able to find outdoor seating. By 10 AM, it got even more crowded, the line stretched outside the bakery, and tables became limited. To be safe, I pre-ordered the giant croissant through their website, which was very straightforward. The site recommends ordering at least three days in advance, and when I arrived, my order was ready to go. The croissant was absolutely delicious! I was worried that its size might affect the texture or leave the middle undercooked, but it was perfect--flaky, buttery, and baked just right. I also ordered an iced mocha, which was rich and chocolatey. I'll 100% be back! The croissant was delicous, the coffee was good, and the staff was super friendly. Highly recommend this spot! read more

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I kept running past this spot and had to eat here bc it looked so cute. It did not disappoint!!! Loves: + The sweetest ambiance + Nice day menu. Croissant egg sandwich? Croque madame? You can't really go wrong! + Yummy pastries (I had the pain au raisins and my friend the almond pear tart, and both were delightful) + Nice staff + Accepts credit cards Given how much I like Paris, it's so nice to have this little spot available in SF to get your little French fix. Bonus points it's near the Castro and Dolores Park. read more

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With how good the pastries looked i really had my expectations up. Don't get me wrong, they werent bad but it was so light and crispy that it felt mostly like air. Maybe it's just a preference with my morning buns but I usually like them a bit more dense and with carmilized glaze. The chocolate crasaunt was better but didn't have a lot of chocolate (though that's not nessasarily a bad thing.) It was a good consistency and flavore. The cappuccino was pretty solid. It was rich but not overpowering. It's a super cute place but certainly not a secrete so there is almost always a long line. That being said it goes fast and in 15 minutes or so we were at the front. The staff is really nice and answered our questions well. The prices are sual for San franssico as well. Personally I would rather go for pastries at tartine or arsicult but it's a cute place to meet up with someone. read more

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I love the ambiance of this place - so cute and inviting. The croissants are good - Ive tried the ham and cheese, chocolate and chocolate almond. They taste even better warmed up. read more

Le Marais Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Stopped in here before going to pick up my yarn order kitty corner at imagiknit and the croques monsieur was pretty good. The mustard inside did get a little hot inside. Then again true mustard from France packs a punch. I wish it was a little warmer but overall was delicious and hit the spot as I sat outside people watching with the sun. The service was great. The cashier made a good recommendation as I was torn. My only regret is not coming earlier and getting a stab at the pastries. I came around 2:30pm. read more

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Okay LOVED this place and not sure why it's not rated higher. It seems a lot of reviews comment on how busy/slow it is but luckily we came during a quiet time, right before a holiday weekend, so maybe that's your best bet! We got the chèvre and mushroom crepe and my gawwwd, this was amazing!!! You really can't go wrong with chèvre and mushrooms and caramelized onions though, such a satisfying combination. The crepe is made of buckwheat and was phenomenal! Highly recommend this one. We also got the egg, cheese, avocado croissant and this was fantastic. Nothing super unique about it but absolutely delicious and croissant was up there-- perfectly fluffy and flakey. Ambiance is SO cute. It's Parisian vibes and with the holidays around the corner, it has such a cute Christmas feel. Felt warm, cozy, and the hostess was so friendly and helpful. Cute little patio too for a warmer day. Would absolutely return! read more

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This is quite a popular spot in the Castro for even a weekday lunch. My guess is that people in this city are so addicted to croissants that they're willing to queue up at any place willing to make them fresh. I don't think the croissants here compare favorably to the ones prepared at Ariscault, but I also don't think anything stands between a hungry customer and a fresh croissant. Me? I came for a salad. A noble decision I know, but I diminished my health conscious intentions by ordering the $18 Sesame Chicken Salade (photo: https://yelp.to/xzrXx4dgv4). It was a rather abundant and excessively dressed bowl of organic chicken, Napa cabbage, romaine, daikon, radish, crispy rice noodles, cashews, and hoisin plum vinaigrette. Although the ingredients were good, there was a problem of muchness in putting them all together. The other frustrating aspect was the long wait for my salad. I can appreciate a busy staff, but I truly believe my order slipped through the cracks because other tables were getting their food on a more timely basis. Mine was just a salad for Pete's sake. FOOD - 3 stars...a problem of muchness in the execution AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...they definitely have the Parisian vibe down SERVICE - 2 stars...I can't say I was impressed TOTAL - 3 stars...maybe I should just get a croissant RELATED - Exploring the Castro? Here's my collection of places l've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2HrpFPC read more

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Super cute breakfast spot! Lots of art, natural lighting, and fresh spring flowers. There was a line out the door but it goes by fast. You order at the counter and find a table after. Cappuccino was A+, food was mediocre, pastries were disappointing. Would come back for coffee and to enjoy the space. read more

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Come here for coffee! Like it Lot of sitting too Nice place.. they have fresh pastries read more

My friend flew back into SFO from Paris and I picked her up from the airport and we went here for lunch. She said this was better than Paris. And she had just been there. Food, atmosphere, service, everything was perfection, I cannot wait to go back again!!! read more

The toast is absolutely flavorful, the right texture, right temperature and taste. The chocolate croissant's quite spectacular as well, it smells great so you know it's fresh. And the hot chocolate's creamy and tastes perfect.. But is it worth the hype? Only for the food, really. I definitely don't like that for the presentation and aesthetic this cafe's going for, you have to order in front first before getting seated and then served. It demeans the whole vibe to a cheap fast food place. And for the price? That's a higher markup than what they spend to prepare it for sure. I'd say this place would be better if it had a restaurant set up with a host handling your seating arrangement and then a server taking your order instead of simply delivering your food. I'd say this set up is this place's biggest flaw for all its beauty and that price. read more

Le Marais Bakery - Avocado Croissant Egg Toast, Chocolate Croissant, Hot Chocolate - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

We've come here many times over the years. The price is fine, coffee is good. I like the chocolate crepes. I used to like the regular croissant even before they got voted best in 2023. But I ordered it recently, and it wasn't as good as before (ive heard in the reviews that it's bad now, I will skip that as well from now on) The brunch board is what I like to get because it's reasonably priced and has a nice variety. The thing was that super disappointing was the cookies. WTF happened? Their style used to be flat and chewy, now it's thick and dry. I normally always get this and love it. But today, the taste was off and it was so small. Especially for $5. Been buying this for 5 years and I was never disappointed until today. If it tasted good and was $5 that was a different story but I will never be getting it again. In fact I don't think I will come back here for a while because I am so turned off. It tasted like a gas station packaged cookie sitting on the counter all day. Believe when I say it used to be BIG and was so chewy. So sad that their quality went down. read more

Amazing service and baked goods served daily with delicious coffee drinks. Nice clean restroom available inside. Beautiful front porch patio for outdoor seats. Good morning atmosphere and ambience with great music to brighten your day. read more

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Weekends expect a little line of people waiting to order food and some negotiating to find a table...especially when the weather is nice... But Yes it's worth it! As a local SF family we try places we see on social media. 1. The food is delicious 2. Ambiance and interior decor reminds you of a French cafe 3. Atmosphere is busy with a lot of movement the PERFECT San Francisco Vibe! A must try especially when out of town guest are visiting. Note: Pre order the Massive Croissant. Ordering can feel rushed but read the menu when in line. read more

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Finally here! We went to MISSION/CASTRO cafe. 498 Sanchez on 18th street Bay Area. There is a lot of street parking around the store. We went there around 9am. They have some tables inside and outside. We ordered at counter. We ordered Bacon Gruyère Croissant Egg Toast and cappuccinos and croissant. Everything so delicious and fresh! Definitely I go back there when I visit SF. read more

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