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This casual San Francisco bakery features iconic pineapple buns (also known as bolo bao) and quirky tarts. While the buns may resemble pineapples, their flavor is uniquely indulgent, with a rich, buttery filling that makes every bite melt in your mouth. They run an efficient operation--simply order at the counter, and your number will be called shortly. They also offer conveniently-packaged boxed sets, perfect for gifting or sharing, making it a great spot to pick up a treat for any occasion.
You can order online or at the shop. Ordered a mini pineapple bun and a salted egg yolk pineapple bun. The mini was fine, its bun could've been a little more soft. The salted egg yolk one, lacked in flavor. I think it should've had a little more salted egg flavor but I know not everyone likes that flavor. They do have a ton of other flavors so maybe the other ones taste better. My friend liked her pineapple filled pineapple bun.
*** Takeout Only and Cash Only *** Pineapple King Bakery is a popular bakery that specializes in Hong Kong-style baked goods and drinks. The bakery was pretty quiet when it first opened, but after COVID it gained popularity on IG and now there is almost always a short waiting line here. There is also another location in Fremont. [Parking]: Metered street parking only and the shop is located in a busy part of the neighborhood (Irving Street Chinatown aka the "Third Chinatown"). I got lucky and immediately found a 30-minute metered parking spot nearby. [Ordering]: There was a short waiting line, but luckily it moved fairly quickly. Be prepared to place your order as the staff did not really answer my question when I asked "What are the most popular items here?" Customers can also place online pickup orders via the bakery's website. [Menu]: Per Pineapple King Bakery's Top 10 Items list and Square online menu, some of the most popular items include Guava Butter Pineapple Bun and Croissant Egg Tart (Portuguese egg tart). All drinks come with a complimentary Pineapple Bite. *** Egg Custard Tart (regular HK egg tart - $2.35): A solid egg tart, but it wasn't very flaky and tasted cold. Croissant Egg Tart (Portuguese egg tart - an upgrade of the traditional egg tart with croissant crust and caramelized top, $3.90): Definitely an upgraded version of regular egg custard tart and the croissant crust made all the difference. Guava Butter Pineapple Bun (one of our most popular items - cold, sweet, and smooth butter inside a warm pineapple bun - $4.65): S-tier bun with a soft & pillow-like texture. Hot Hong Kong Milk Tea drink with a complimentary Pineapple Bite (small, regular sweet - $5.25): I sampled the drink and it had the right balance of slight black tea bitterness and a hint of milk with just the right amount of sweetness. *** Top-notch pineapple buns and I can definitely see the appeal. Now that I know the drink comes with a complimentary Pineapple Bite, I actually prefer pairing the Pineapple Bite with the drink rather than ordering pineapple buns with various fillings on their own.
Love pineapple buns and I was amazed by all their different flavors! Line was pretty long but it moved quickly so it took around 10 mins to order and get our food. No seating so we took it to a nearby park. The original pineapple bun was my fav as it was tasty, moist, and slightly crispy! The custard pineapple bun was more crunchy and the custard filling was good but pretty sweet. I had one bite of the egg tart but it was solid and not overly sweet. The croissant egg tart was also good, nicely flaky and crunchy, and the egg filling was thick and creamy. Overall, fresh and tasty goods! Big sizes and good prices. I would be back if I come back to SF!
Classic HK bakery! You know they'll be good when they're cash only lol. Long line but it moved quickly; only waited about 10 minutes to order and got our goods right away. No seating so we took it to the nearby park to enjoy. Pricing was great; $12 for 5 items is a steal in this economy! All in all, the wait is worth it and I would come back Plain Pineapple Bun (4/5): soft and moist, nice pineapple flavor. I didn't eat it right away so I'm not sure if it would've been crispier if it had been fresh, but I wish it had more of a slight crunch. I only took one bite of the custard pineapple bun, but that one had more of a crunch, and the custard cream was a tiny bit sweet Croissant (Portuguese) Egg Tart (4.5/5): loveeee the croissant exterior. It was perfectly flaky and crispy and held the egg filling well. The egg filling was thick and slightly sweet and caramelized. I also had a bite of the regular egg tart which wasn't as crispy or flavorful, but my mom liked it since it was less sweet
Pineapple King is one of my top eats during our San Francisco trip. I've had bolo pineapple buns countless times in LA and even in Hong Kong, but never quite like this. It was absolutely heavenly. The standout was the bolo bun with guava butter. Imagine guava jam and butter had a delicious baby and being tucked inside a warm, soft pineapple bun and that's exactly what it tasted like. We also tried the classic butter bun, which was excellent, but the guava version was the winner for us. For something savory, we ordered the salted egg yolk and BBQ pork bun, and it was delicious. The combination of sweet, salty, and savory flavors worked really well together. We also tried the pandan bun, which was fine, but it didn't quite stand out compared to the other flavors. I wish we had time to come back and sample more of the menu. I had my eye on the matcha and red bean varieties and would have loved to try them. I also ordered a Hong Kong milk tea and it was rich and strong. They even serve it with a mini warm bolo bun on top of the cup, which is both adorable and delicious. Pineapple King is the kind of place I would happily travel back to San Francisco for. Now if they could just open a location in LA my life would be complete!
I finally did some research into pineapple buns a while back and found out that they are just called that because of how they kinda look like pineapples with the sugar cookie crackle top. There's no pineapple lol. I apologize for my ignorance. Since my first visit I have come back at here at least four more times. The lines are now manageable and the wait is not long. I usually order the original pineapple puffs filled with cream (every order includes two buns). These are the best item in my opinion. If you happen to get them or the other pineapple buns when they are fresh out of the oven, they are even yummier! I always think that I'm going to just eat one original pineapple puff and save the other. I never do. I just eat both. They are best eaten right away anyways. Props to Manager Hana who so kindly and professionally replied to my original review!
Today I stopped by to try the pineapple custard bun which was crispy on the outside and absolutely luscious inside, over flowing with velvety custard. I also got a glizzy in a blanket, just because I haven't seen one like that before and it did not disappoint. A pretty basic hot dog stuffed inside buttery flakey dough. The bread seemed almost under baked in the best way, it was definitely baked through but just so soft and chewy. The meat inside burst with flavor. It was nostalgic and also elevated. Service was quick and it was cash only. Ambiance was chill, as it's just a walk up counter and no interior access.
I preordered a Ten Blessings New Year Gift Box (Limited Edition), and picked it up on a Sunday evening. The place was busy. There was no space to sit and eat. But some folks were standing and eating outside. Most of the folks were taking out. My gift box contained all their favorites (mentioned below). Pineapple buns were my favorite. It had kind of a crumbly texture and great flavor. May be guava one was my favorite. Tarts were good too. * Croissant Egg Tart * Meringue Taro Egg Tart * Pandan Croissant Ega Tart * Salted Egg Pork Floss Egq Tart * Pineapple Crust BBQ Pork Tart * Guava Butter Mini Pineapple Bun * Pandan Coconut Butter Mini Pineapple Bun * Salted Egg Butter Mini Pineapple Bun * Mini Pineapple Butter Gold * Mini Chocolate Marshmallow Pineapple Butter
Aaaaaahmazing bolo buns! They are unlike any other bolo bun I've ever had. These had a texture of a brioche and mochi! Such a variety of pineapple buns and other pastries, I really wanted to try all! We ended up trying the original, gold butter, custard filled, mango custard filled, pandan butter, guava butter and bbq pork. We also had to try the egg tart and the bbq pork tart. That bbq pork tart was phenomenal! You get the flaky puff pastry and mochi combo! Everything was superb but our faves from all that we tried were: Gold butter, guava butter, that bbq pork tart and the bbq pork filled buns. We left with another box to enjoy at the park!
Finally getting around to reviewing one of my favorite places to grab a sweet treat in SF Pineapple King Bakery. These pineapple buns are addicting. Soft fluffy bread with that perfect crispy sweet topping. I grabbed my usual the mini pineapple bun, guava butter pineapple bun, and this time tried the ube pineapple bun. Honestly hard to pick a favorite but the guava butter one is our favorite. Order ahead online or cash only if you're walking up to the window. Friendly service and everything always tastes super fresh. One of those spots you randomly crave during the week once you've had it.
The first time I came here, I was underwhelmed. It seemed like another overrated joint (one of so many, am I right?). I could see the balloon that held all of the anticipated excitement my husband had of showing me a "new" spot (it was new to me) all but heartbreakingly deflate. Sigh. Not wanting that crestfallen look to prevail, I told him we'd try again. A hole in the wall that is takeout only, the customarily drab sunset weather doesn't do the vibe any favors out here. When it's overcast & cold outside, does anyone want cold pineapple buns to go with it? That was my first experience, so I was curious about how the do over was going to go. Night & day... Yelpess with the mostess Cherylynn was spot on when she said the buns need to be warm & eaten asap. This is key to experiencing a stellar treat over a humdrum one. On our 2nd visit they were hot. They were pillowy. They were divine. Gloomy sunset weather? It could be RAINING outside & I wouldn't care right now. It was a total 180. Butter. Do it! I suggest you go for the gold, kerrygold Irish butter. Matcha. I love matcha so it's an automatic order but it's a definite winner. Not too sweet, because matcha isn't naturally sweet. Custard. Hubby's favorite. He's a vanilla head, so... Salted egg yolk. Hubby's other favorite. I like, he loves. Ube. WOW. Better than the matcha which is weird coming from me. The Ube filling BAKES INTO the interior & it is amazing! I wished I'd gotten 6 of these. The puffs. How friggin adorable. Just throw in 6 puffs. Or 18. Then dip them in the side of custard that comes with. If you get extra to take home (& you should), all you have to do is be sure to reheat them as per the directions on the box. Just place them on a baking sheet lined with foil, or an oven rack (I've done both, both work), at 325 for around 10 minutes. I think 12-15 minutes is actually ideal. I couldn't believe how soft they were after this. Like new! The next day, after being refrigerated all night! I know weird, but fact! A couple of days later I requested that we go again next Saturday. Like when you were a kid & you couldn't wait for Friday because Friday's were pizza night. That crestfallen look my husband had was replaced with delighted satisfaction. Glee even. We went again the following Saturday. 5 stars
3 days ago
A must if you're ever near Golden Gate Park. A heads up that if you're ordering in person, it's cash 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!! read more
Absolutely yes! We have 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! read more
The variety of pineapple buns makes for a fun tasting experience. I tried some of their other items (egg tart and meringue tart). They really shine with some of their specialty flavors: guava, pandan, green tea. As someone who didn't grow up with this HK style pineapple bun, the pineapple bun with a slab of plain butter was just okay. I would stick with the pineapple buns. The other pastries are nothing special. I had a large order of a few boxes ($70+) and asked for a bag. I didn't have any cash left, and the staff refused to provide a bag for free, so they are pretty strict about that policy. Remember to bring cash! read more
This casual San Francisco bakery features iconic pineapple buns (also known as bolo bao) and quirky tarts. While the buns may resemble pineapples, their flavor is uniquely indulgent, with a rich, buttery filling that makes every bite melt in your mouth. They run an efficient operation--simply order at the counter, and your number will be called shortly. They also offer conveniently-packaged boxed sets, perfect for gifting or sharing, making it a great spot to pick up a treat for any occasion. read more
You can order online or at the shop. Ordered a mini pineapple bun and a salted egg yolk pineapple bun. The mini was fine, its bun could've been a little more soft. The salted egg yolk one, lacked in flavor. I think it should've had a little more salted egg flavor but I know not everyone likes that flavor. They do have a ton of other flavors so maybe the other ones taste better. My friend liked her pineapple filled pineapple bun. read more
*** Takeout Only and Cash Only *** Pineapple King Bakery is a popular bakery that specializes in Hong Kong-style baked goods and drinks. The bakery was pretty quiet when it first opened, but after COVID it gained popularity on IG and now there is almost always a short waiting line here. There is also another location in Fremont. [Parking]: Metered street parking only and the shop is located in a busy part of the neighborhood (Irving Street Chinatown aka the "Third Chinatown"). I got lucky and immediately found a 30-minute metered parking spot nearby. [Ordering]: There was a short waiting line, but luckily it moved fairly quickly. Be prepared to place your order as the staff did not really answer my question when I asked "What are the most popular items here?" Customers can also place online pickup orders via the bakery's website. [Menu]: Per Pineapple King Bakery's Top 10 Items list and Square online menu, some of the most popular items include Guava Butter Pineapple Bun and Croissant Egg Tart (Portuguese egg tart). All drinks come with a complimentary Pineapple Bite. *** Egg Custard Tart (regular HK egg tart - $2.35): A solid egg tart, but it wasn't very flaky and tasted cold. Croissant Egg Tart (Portuguese egg tart - an upgrade of the traditional egg tart with croissant crust and caramelized top, $3.90): Definitely an upgraded version of regular egg custard tart and the croissant crust made all the difference. Guava Butter Pineapple Bun (one of our most popular items - cold, sweet, and smooth butter inside a warm pineapple bun - $4.65): S-tier bun with a soft & pillow-like texture. Hot Hong Kong Milk Tea drink with a complimentary Pineapple Bite (small, regular sweet - $5.25): I sampled the drink and it had the right balance of slight black tea bitterness and a hint of milk with just the right amount of sweetness. *** Top-notch pineapple buns and I can definitely see the appeal. Now that I know the drink comes with a complimentary Pineapple Bite, I actually prefer pairing the Pineapple Bite with the drink rather than ordering pineapple buns with various fillings on their own. read more
Love pineapple buns and I was amazed by all their different flavors! Line was pretty long but it moved quickly so it took around 10 mins to order and get our food. No seating so we took it to a nearby park. The original pineapple bun was my fav as it was tasty, moist, and slightly crispy! The custard pineapple bun was more crunchy and the custard filling was good but pretty sweet. I had one bite of the egg tart but it was solid and not overly sweet. The croissant egg tart was also good, nicely flaky and crunchy, and the egg filling was thick and creamy. Overall, fresh and tasty goods! Big sizes and good prices. I would be back if I come back to SF! read more
14 days ago
Classic HK bakery! You know they'll be good when they're cash only lol. Long line but it moved quickly; only waited about 10 minutes to order and got our goods right away. No seating so we took it to the nearby park to enjoy. Pricing was great; $12 for 5 items is a steal in this economy! All in all, the wait is worth it and I would come back Plain Pineapple Bun (4/5): soft and moist, nice pineapple flavor. I didn't eat it right away so I'm not sure if it would've been crispier if it had been fresh, but I wish it had more of a slight crunch. I only took one bite of the custard pineapple bun, but that one had more of a crunch, and the custard cream was a tiny bit sweet Croissant (Portuguese) Egg Tart (4.5/5): loveeee the croissant exterior. It was perfectly flaky and crispy and held the egg filling well. The egg filling was thick and slightly sweet and caramelized. I also had a bite of the regular egg tart which wasn't as crispy or flavorful, but my mom liked it since it was less sweet read more
Pineapple King is one of my top eats during our San Francisco trip. I've had bolo pineapple buns countless times in LA and even in Hong Kong, but never quite like this. It was absolutely heavenly. The standout was the bolo bun with guava butter. Imagine guava jam and butter had a delicious baby and being tucked inside a warm, soft pineapple bun and that's exactly what it tasted like. We also tried the classic butter bun, which was excellent, but the guava version was the winner for us. For something savory, we ordered the salted egg yolk and BBQ pork bun, and it was delicious. The combination of sweet, salty, and savory flavors worked really well together. We also tried the pandan bun, which was fine, but it didn't quite stand out compared to the other flavors. I wish we had time to come back and sample more of the menu. I had my eye on the matcha and red bean varieties and would have loved to try them. I also ordered a Hong Kong milk tea and it was rich and strong. They even serve it with a mini warm bolo bun on top of the cup, which is both adorable and delicious. Pineapple King is the kind of place I would happily travel back to San Francisco for. Now if they could just open a location in LA my life would be complete! read more
I finally did some research into pineapple buns a while back and found out that they are just called that because of how they kinda look like pineapples with the sugar cookie crackle top. There's no pineapple lol. I apologize for my ignorance. Since my first visit I have come back at here at least four more times. The lines are now manageable and the wait is not long. I usually order the original pineapple puffs filled with cream (every order includes two buns). These are the best item in my opinion. If you happen to get them or the other pineapple buns when they are fresh out of the oven, they are even yummier! I always think that I'm going to just eat one original pineapple puff and save the other. I never do. I just eat both. They are best eaten right away anyways. Props to Manager Hana who so kindly and professionally replied to my original review! read more
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26 days ago
Today I stopped by to try the pineapple custard bun which was crispy on the outside and absolutely luscious inside, over flowing with velvety custard. I also got a glizzy in a blanket, just because I haven't seen one like that before and it did not disappoint. A pretty basic hot dog stuffed inside buttery flakey dough. The bread seemed almost under baked in the best way, it was definitely baked through but just so soft and chewy. The meat inside burst with flavor. It was nostalgic and also elevated. Service was quick and it was cash only. Ambiance was chill, as it's just a walk up counter and no interior access. read more
I preordered a Ten Blessings New Year Gift Box (Limited Edition), and picked it up on a Sunday evening. The place was busy. There was no space to sit and eat. But some folks were standing and eating outside. Most of the folks were taking out. My gift box contained all their favorites (mentioned below). Pineapple buns were my favorite. It had kind of a crumbly texture and great flavor. May be guava one was my favorite. Tarts were good too. * Croissant Egg Tart * Meringue Taro Egg Tart * Pandan Croissant Ega Tart * Salted Egg Pork Floss Egq Tart * Pineapple Crust BBQ Pork Tart * Guava Butter Mini Pineapple Bun * Pandan Coconut Butter Mini Pineapple Bun * Salted Egg Butter Mini Pineapple Bun * Mini Pineapple Butter Gold * Mini Chocolate Marshmallow Pineapple Butter read more
Aaaaaahmazing bolo buns! They are unlike any other bolo bun I've ever had. These had a texture of a brioche and mochi! Such a variety of pineapple buns and other pastries, I really wanted to try all! We ended up trying the original, gold butter, custard filled, mango custard filled, pandan butter, guava butter and bbq pork. We also had to try the egg tart and the bbq pork tart. That bbq pork tart was phenomenal! You get the flaky puff pastry and mochi combo! Everything was superb but our faves from all that we tried were: Gold butter, guava butter, that bbq pork tart and the bbq pork filled buns. We left with another box to enjoy at the park! read more
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Hana L.
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2 months ago
Finally getting around to reviewing one of my favorite places to grab a sweet treat in SF Pineapple King Bakery. These pineapple buns are addicting. Soft fluffy bread with that perfect crispy sweet topping. I grabbed my usual the mini pineapple bun, guava butter pineapple bun, and this time tried the ube pineapple bun. Honestly hard to pick a favorite but the guava butter one is our favorite. Order ahead online or cash only if you're walking up to the window. Friendly service and everything always tastes super fresh. One of those spots you randomly crave during the week once you've had it. read more
12 hours ago
The pineapple buns at this shop are delicious! But when I went to pick up my order today, one of the old women there had a really bad attitude. read more
3 months ago
The first time I came here, I was underwhelmed. It seemed like another overrated joint (one of so many, am I right?). I could see the balloon that held all of the anticipated excitement my husband had of showing me a "new" spot (it was new to me) all but heartbreakingly deflate. Sigh. Not wanting that crestfallen look to prevail, I told him we'd try again. A hole in the wall that is takeout only, the customarily drab sunset weather doesn't do the vibe any favors out here. When it's overcast & cold outside, does anyone want cold pineapple buns to go with it? That was my first experience, so I was curious about how the do over was going to go. Night & day... Yelpess with the mostess Cherylynn was spot on when she said the buns need to be warm & eaten asap. This is key to experiencing a stellar treat over a humdrum one. On our 2nd visit they were hot. They were pillowy. They were divine. Gloomy sunset weather? It could be RAINING outside & I wouldn't care right now. It was a total 180. Butter. Do it! I suggest you go for the gold, kerrygold Irish butter. Matcha. I love matcha so it's an automatic order but it's a definite winner. Not too sweet, because matcha isn't naturally sweet. Custard. Hubby's favorite. He's a vanilla head, so... Salted egg yolk. Hubby's other favorite. I like, he loves. Ube. WOW. Better than the matcha which is weird coming from me. The Ube filling BAKES INTO the interior & it is amazing! I wished I'd gotten 6 of these. The puffs. How friggin adorable. Just throw in 6 puffs. Or 18. Then dip them in the side of custard that comes with. If you get extra to take home (& you should), all you have to do is be sure to reheat them as per the directions on the box. Just place them on a baking sheet lined with foil, or an oven rack (I've done both, both work), at 325 for around 10 minutes. I think 12-15 minutes is actually ideal. I couldn't believe how soft they were after this. Like new! The next day, after being refrigerated all night! I know weird, but fact! A couple of days later I requested that we go again next Saturday. Like when you were a kid & you couldn't wait for Friday because Friday's were pizza night. That crestfallen look my husband had was replaced with delighted satisfaction. Glee even. We went again the following Saturday. 5 stars read more
The pastries exceeded our expectations, BUT the ordering process was SO WHACK. We waited for half an hour even after we ordered online, because they didn't call our order seriously wish they'd keep up with the times & just accept card rather than cash only. Their website and pick up process truly make the customer experience annoying enough to not want to return... read more
I wasn't expecting to be wowed but the pineapple buns were delightfully delicious. Tried a few varieties from the regular pineapple bun to the mini ones and the stuffed ones and all good! The only thing I didn't like were the drinks and the tiny complimentary bun that came with them hehe. You order outside at the "window." They warm up your bread for you but it doesn't take long at all! read more
MIL loved the Matcha Pineapple Puff and the Mango Pineapple Puff, which are both perfect sizes for Seniors and kids (although quite sweet so maybe not) I personally am a purist and ordered the Pineapple Bun with Butter. It was ok and I have had much better, with a bigger slice of butter in a full bun rather than half of the bun like PKB. Parking can be a challenge on busy Irving Street however the line goes fast. Order at the door / window, pay cash, give you a number, call your number, and pickup at the take out window. Very quick process. read more
3 months ago
My sister and brother in law loves this place. So when we went to the bay, we made it a point to stop here. We got lucky with parking and found a spot a block away after looking for 5 minutes. It does get crowded and parking can be difficult to find. You can only order from the sidewalk here and there is usually a line. For online orders, you can pick up from the pick up window so you don't have to wait in line. This place is also CASH ONLY. The buns here are baked fresh and are really good when you first order and best eaten on the spot. We got 5 pandan buns, 4 custard buns and 1 golden butter bun. Everything was good. We ordered at the counter/sidewalk and then waited about 5 minutes for our order. I did eat mine a few days after ordering since we ate a lot so air frying it made it good again. read more
Happy to see them doing well still and opening another location. Online ordering is the way to go! + Salted egg yolk pineapple bun ($3.10): love that th filling isn't custard but the actual salted egg more crumbly filling. Not too sweet, perfect combination (8.8/10) read more
The buns/baos here are phenomenal!! The best char sui bao I've ever had was in Hong Kong and this was a close second. They only take cash in person, but you can order online and pay by card. And it's a grab and go place, no seating. read more
Flavor: THESE BUNS GO DUMB. YUM. This isn't your basic pineapple bun! The bun itself is sweet with a little chew but the filling options is what will have you going dumb! I couldn't even name all of them, but they're all name after familial ties, like I think I had the auntie and the cousin? Whatever the hell they were called I basically had the custard filled bun, mango filled, and BBQ pork. All delicious, absolutely worth it. Ambiance: There's no seating, you order at the counter and take them to-go, so don't be intimidated by the line. It moves fast. Service: lol hold on to your receipt and make sure you get one. The young man behind the register forgot to gimmie a receipt and my custard cousin bun was missing! So I had to go back there for lil cuz. He ended up giving me lil cuz but seemed to be in a quandary about what to do since I had no receipt. I was like cmon bro gimmie lil cuz I need him & he obliged, which I appreciated. read more
3 months ago
Whenever I'm around Irving in the Sunset, I always try to make a stop at Pineapple King. Parking can be tough in the area and parking along Irving is metered. Ordering can be done online and in person ordering requires cash payment. Many items sell out throughout the day so it is best to come early for the best selection. The place is quite small inside but this is meant to be a takeout spot anyway. For this visit I ordered an assortment of buns but wanted to try their new chocolate chip cookie pineapple buns. These buns come with or without vanilla, mango, or matcha custard. The flavored custards are their usual flavors that are always available, but the chocolate chip cookie pineapple bun is supposedly their hot new item. Unfortunately, these tasted nothing like a chocolate chip cookie and were simply chocolate chips added to the top of the bun. Pineapple King is consistent on providing fresh pineapple buns with flavor offerings that pair well with the pineapple buns themselves. Now I know in the future to stick with the regular menu rather than trying their new items. read more
I was in the area for bay to breakers and ordered online. It was fast and easy to pick up my order. I waited for a few minutes at the pickup window and a few minutes for the order to be assembled. The original buns, and mango minis were delicious. Although you may find less expensive buns in the area II think the price was worth it. read more
ordered one of their box sets of bread. Came with mini and full sized bread. TIP: you can order online if you do not have cash. In person ordering is cash only. Bread is super filling and tastes best warm/toasted. So if you can't eat it there, you can heat it up through an air fryer/microwave at home for best taste. My fav bread might be basic but it was the butter one. Nice and simple classic. I believe another one was matcha. Not a super fan of every matcha dessert but I felt it overpowered the bread a bit. Nonetheless worth the long wait 45+ min wait. Would probably come only for an occasion or not a weekend when it is super busy. read more
Pineapple bun with butter - bun was incredibly soft with a pillow-like texture, and it came out super warm. cold slab of butter was lightly salty and melted perfectly into the bread, making every bite so rich and satisfying. sweet crust on top was just perfectly sweetened and not too sugary. highly recommend! Salted egg pineapple bun - salted egg made it a bit dense and heavy, def preferred the simple butter over this. Paid/street parking. Can order online to save time and use credit card but in person order is cash only. read more
Easy to order online for pickup, even if you're just outside since they're cash only. No wait on a week day. No ambiance to speak of, it's just a pickup window. The yuenyeung is a bit too milky here, but maybe I can ask for an adjustment next time. The plain pineapple bun mini that came with the drink isn't very sweet so I could definitely sense it was more of a base for the accoutrements you can add (fillings). They use kerrygold butter for the butter option. Love that butter. The guava butter one is pretty muted in guava flavor. I thought pandan was the best in flavor. The black sesame was just okay, I love black sesame but sadly I don't think it goes well with a pineapple bun. The salted egg was most disappointing since it says 流沙 (lava, egg forward) but tasted more like 奶黃 (custard, milk forward). If you dimsum, you know what I mean about these fillings. For just a plain pineapple bun, I think it's good but really buttery. When you bite down there's no bounce back. Would definitely come back for pandan one but just the plain one, I'll stick with Mr. Bread for flavor and price. Or even Oakland Chinatown's Napoleon bakery. Still, if you're looking for something outside the box, no one does it like the King. read more
Pineapple King Bakery is great! Ordered: salted egg custard $3.10 pineapple butter gold (oro) $4.45 pandan coconut butter pineapple bun $4.45 durian mooncake $17.50 Huge downside at this location is they only accept cash. At this day in age post covid for a quick grab and go to have only cash is annoying. You can order pickup via online methods but I believe they are more expensive. Street parking here can be extremely tough. No place to eat inside. Only pick up window. read more
We saw everyone carried a Pineapple King box so we thought we will give it a try. We got original with butter, taro, bbq pork, salted egg and some egg tarts. We tried the one in Fremont location and weren't too impressed with it. But the one in San Francisco are just much better. It's fast and warm. The flavor was on point and it's addictive. The egg tarts were not as good. I would just stick with any pineapple king buns. read more
The best spot for pineapple buns! I cannot resist picking up a box (or two) whenever I'm in the neighborhood. Pineapple King makes the buns so consistently delicious. I usually opt to order online before getting there because there's usually a line in-person. If you order online, make sure you check in with the pick up window worker so they know you've arrived and they can work on getting your order ready. I've never had a long wait here despite how crowded it can get. My favorite flavors and bun types vary depending on my mood, but I can never go wrong with the pineapple-pineapple buns, custard buns, and plain butter buns (might not be their exact names but that's how I remember them lol). The pineapple flavor in the pineapple-pineapple is so tasty, with chunks of real pineapple. I love the consistency of the custard bun. And the butter one is so decadent but not too over-the-top. Other things are good on their menu too, I like their flavored butter buns if I want a change in flavor. Recently also tried their mini custard buns - they come in a group of 6 like nuggets and you dip them into custard. They were great and a fun change in bun style. Overall, I always sing praises for Pineapple King and love to take visiting family here. Definitely stop by if you're ever in the neighborhood. read more
This is an SF staple! Very fresh and delicious pineapple buns. My favorite that we ordered was the pandan coconut one!! Very flavorful. We also go the custard one, but sadly there was only like a teeny bite of dried out custard lol. Nevertheless, the flakiness of the shell is to die for here! Service is quick as you order it to go. read more
One of the best things about YE is meeting incredible store owners and entrepreneurs like the owner of pineapple king bakery. Selling perfect little pastries that brings a line around the block to this all cash business. But the warmth and goodness from the bun is only exceeded by with love given from the owner to each and every customer she greets and engages in conversation. They love their work and it shows. read more
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Solid pineapple buns! Got to try their mini ones. The bun is made well, flaky, soft and buttery - the fillings are good but don't expect anything too crazy; they are generously filled. The matcha one didn't taste too much like matcha - I preferred the mango one much more. I'm not too into one with a block of butter but it is a classic if that's what you enjoy, I think you would enjoy it! read more
I had heard talk of this bakery, so decided to try them out and ordered a butter supreme box and a matcha mochi pineapple bun. Butter supreme box: chocolate marshmallow, guava butter, salted egg butter, and original. The chocolate part was decent but I couldn't make out the marshmallow flavor. The guava butter was yummy, especially if you love butter. It really tastes like a ton of butter with guava paste. Salted egg yolk butter was sweeter than I expected Original butter literally just had a huge hunk of butter in it, not very interesting. Matcha mochi pineapple bun: The matcha flavor was too weak, the red bean really overpowered the matcha. I felt the pineapple crust part of the buns was rather weak and needed to be more robust in flavor. They accept cash only for in-store purchases. The family tree of pineapple buns chart that they have on the wall is fun, but doesn't make any logical sense. Overall, I think the buns were overrated and overpriced, but there was some novelty of trying pineapple buns with uncommon fillings and flavors. read more
After a great check-up at the dentist, I had to fill my sweet tooth with...pineapple buns! This time I grabbed two mini mango crème filled buns and brought them home to have with coffee- they're delicious! I came during the day on a Monday and there was no line! read more
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Hana L.
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If you're from the Bay, you have to know about this spot! The pineapple buns with custard filling are insanely good--always served warm, fresh, and they never miss. I personally prefer the smaller ones (they come two to an order) over the big ones. IMO they taste better... or maybe it's just the perfect size We picked up the deluxe boxes, butter supreme box, craft tart gift box, and the OG pineapple puffs--and honestly, everything was delicious. I wasn't super crazy about the butter ones, but that's just personal preference. The tarts were new to us and SO good. The craft tart box comes with five flavors: croissant egg tart, cotton candy taro egg tart, pineapple crust BBQ pork tart, salted egg pork floss egg tart, and pandan croissant egg tart. My favorite was the croissant egg tart--classic and amazing. The others were good too, just more unique and different. Overall, this was a huge hit. If you're in the area, this place is a Sunset staple and a must-try! read more
Loved this place! It was my first time but the order game out quick & if you need to pay with card, you can order online through a QR code! They only accept cash for in person orders The bread is so affordable & it's soft. These pineapple buns have a crust on top that doesn't flake off easily which I loved!! Also they have unique options I don't see often read more
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Hana L.
Thank you so much for the 5-star love! We’re so glad you enjoyed the…
first heard about Pineapple King Bakery on TikTok, and it immediately caught my attention. We finally tried it a few years ago, and ever since then it's become a must-stop whenever we visit San Francisco to have and share with our SF fam! Everyone ends up happy Their pastries are so good fresh, and honestly, you really can't go wrong with any of the flavors. Each one has that perfect balance of sweetness and that signature soft, flaky bun. They do get busy at times, so I highly recommend ordering online if you don't want to wait in line. It makes the pickup super easy. Overall, a delicious treat and definitely worth a visit! read more
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Second request for vegan options, please? Someone said they have them, but there's no information and this could waste us a trip.
I don't know the answer with certainty, but I wouldn't bet money on it. Traditional baking methods are not vegan, and unless they specify, the chances are next to none. Save yourself the drive.
Any tentative timeframe when the Fremont location will be open? I am eagerly waiting!!!
Thank you for your interest. There was a delay before but now construction is making good progress. We will broadcast to everyone as soon as we have a more concrete date. Thank you
Will this place be self-serve again like before covid?
Most likely not because our most popular items like pineapple buns with butter and pineapple puffs are made-to-order anyway. Thank you for your patience.
Is fremont location open?
Hi, thank you for reaching out! We do not have a definitive opening date yet but we are trying to open as soon as possible. Continue to follow up and stay tuned for more updates.
What are the current prices for the plain pineapple buns?
Thank you for reaching out! You can checkout our website online menu and place your order today and schedule your pickup! Fresh baked goodness everyday!
What's the difference between the pineapple bun and pineapple puff?
Pineapple puffs are mini size of the original pineapple buns. The puff flavors include original custard, mango and matcha! Try them all in a sampler Deluxe Box or individually and come with 2 pieces her order! Enjoy all the fresh baked goodness…
Is there an estimated opening date for the Fremont location?
Hopefully early December 2022. We are pushing as much as we can. Thank you for your support and patience.
Are these safe for people with tree nut allergies?
Hi Cathline, we don't use peanuts in our bakery but we do use walnuts and almonds. One of the ingredients we use does contain peanuts though. There may be cross contamination with the tools we use.
How do I store and reheat the buns?
You should refrigerate them. You can reheat in the oven or air fryer.
Is there a separate line for online orders? Have never tried this bakery yet and based on a couple of pics I saw seems like yes but wanted to be sure. Thank you.
Yes, the line is to the left, and an online order pick-up is to the right. Due to their busyness, you may need to wait a bit even to pick up, but totally worth it.
Do any of the pastries have nuts? I have a friend who has a nut allergy.
Owner answered a similar question and claim that one of the ingredients they use contain peanuts and their tools might be cross contaminated. They use almond and walnut in some pastries.
Are the prices when ordering and paying online the same as ordering in person?
Yes, if you order online for pickup then the prices are the same. If you order for delivery through app like Doordash, the prices are higher.
How long will these buns keep before going stale (thinking of taking them as road trip grub)?
How you store it really affects this. If you wrap what you don't eat in plastic wrap, the texture/moisture is preserved for 2-3 days (pending the item).…
Are the prices higher when ordering online than if you order in person?
I believe the prices are the same. It's also just quicker so that you can just pick it up and not have to wait in line.
Do the puddings have regular milk or coconut milk?
We have Organic Milk Pudding and also Organic Coconut Pandan Milk Pudding, in additon to Organic Matcha Milk Pudding and Mango Puddings. Website order for schedule pickup and/or online deliveries (Uber Eats, DoorDash, GrubHub, and PostMates).
Any vegan options? If so what are the options? Thank you!!!
Yes, many options. However, it is not gluten free.
Hi! For COVID-19 safety purposes, are the breads/pastries at Pineapple King Bakery being packed by staff instead of allowing customers to self-serve?
They no longer allow customers to pick the buns. People order at the door and they pick the order for you.
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