If you want great egg custards and Chinese buns, this is the place to go. Crispy pastry edges and creamy solid egg tarts are hard to find and they always get it right. If you are able to get it hot out if the oven, it's super delicious. We also like the sponge cakes, bbq pork buns, wife cake, and I recently tried their beef bun which was so good! It's like eating a hamburger in a bun. They are open during COVID with 6 ft spacing and the line moves fast. read more

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I drove 1 hr from San Jose to come over here on Saturday morning. They were busy (have 4 people taking orders) but attentive; you can get in and out in about 5 minutes. I was not disappointed. I ordered so much and there was no way I can get the pastry and bun with good price in San Jose. I really like their curry beef pastry and the nest cake; something I really missed that I could not find in San Jose. I think I will be back once a month to go up there and stock up. read more

The best fruit cake ever. Not too sweet. Just delicious. My mom ultimate favorite cake.

This might be my new favorite place in Oakland Chinatown to get egg tarts! The egg tarts are super cheap and the crust is nice and flakey. I also got a pineapple bun - the bun itself was nice and soft, but the pineapple topping was just ok. I prefer the topping from Wonder Food, but the bun from Ruby King. If they ever combined recipes, their pineapple buns would totally be on point. The employees here are also friendly, and best of all, no wait or having to deal with being pushed around by other customers! read more

I picked up egg tarts and two kinds of buns for my co-workers today and they LOVE them. The staff are always nice and accommodating and the baked goodies are the best! Thank you for the goodness! read more

Sponge cake is adorned here and they make it perfectly balanced in terms of not too sweet and superbly fluffy! Fruit cake is the best recommended cake to order for a birthday cake here! The fruit with the light flavor of the cake and fluffy texture, makes it subtle to eat. Next thing you know, it's all gone! Classic Chinese cake to get! read more

I ordered about a hundred baos for a large group I was hosting. I called the bakery the day before to place the order, and they were ready at the time I scheduled for pickup. The cost is so great for the value you're getting. I love supporting these family businesses that have been around for several generations. Please go show your support too! read more

Egg tart.. egg tart... egg tart. Best in NorCal, hands down. However, items in their buns category, such as pineapple buns, are only so-so (I get those from Wonder Bakery a couple of streets down). Customer service is typical Chinatown level, but tolerable LOL read more

I love their egg tarts a lot! I used to go to golden gate bakery in San Francisco but their price is going up crazy and I feel like it's not worth anymore. Luckily I found Ruby King bakery. Their egg tarts are as good. Parking at Oakland is a little bit challenge and I have to drive around the circle to find a spot. Btw they don't accept credit card, so bring cash! $0.85 per egg tart is a good deal. read more

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There's two things I would recommend from here always : 1) egg tart 2) durian cake (acquired taste) Everything else is meh read more

Really good egg tarts...yellow egg with flaky crust or milky white with cookie crust! Buns were okay too! Only complaints are the cigarette smells in part of the bakery, which may be coming right outside. Lots of older men sitting around as this seems to be the spot for them to hang out. read more

Found this place looking online as I'm sure there are a lot of options in Oakland Chinatown. We came here specifically for the cocktail buns and egg custards. Coming in on a Sunday afternoon around 4:30, there were fortunately a lot of items left. I also decided on a curry beef bun. First, the curry beef bun was excellent. It was crispy on the outside, and filled with savory beef on the inside. The curry wasnt overpowering which was nice and the overall pastry was a good size. The cocktail bun was a bit doughy for my liking, but it had a nice sweet custard filling. The real star of the show was the egg custards. They were so nice and flaky and you can see multiple layers. The layers are especially impressive because you know the folding that was involved and baking to perfection thats needed. We ended with 6 cocktails, 6 custards, and 1 curry beef which set me back around $19. Service was friendly and the place has a few parking spots in front. I would definitely consider coming back for more goodness. read more

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In line we met someone who has been coming to Ruby's for 30 years. They ordered $50 worth other takeout. That was a ton of food. We had $15 worth and it covered wonderful pork buns , ok shrimp rice noodles, and dumplings. The kitchen is constantly resupplying the food display so everything is generally hot and or fresh. Service is quick because the line moves fast so it helps to know your order before you get to the counter. No indoor seating. read more

We did a bulk order with them for egg tarts. They were on time and delicious, and we received rave review from our guests!

Always consistently delicious. Egg tarts, sweet and savory buns can't go wrong. Wish I lived closer

Some of the best egg tarts I've ever had! We placed a large order of various sweet goodies and a cake. They make a classic Chinese sponge fruit cake...reminded me of my childhood. Everything was done on time, so reasonably priced and of course, delicious! I'll definitely be coming back read more

I was told this is the Golden Gate Bakery (famous for egg tarts in SF) of the east bay. They were good, but just wished the crust was a little more buttery. The crust was also borderline flakey vs crumbly. The egg part was not too sweet and delicious! I don't have the sweetest tooth, but I think it could be just a tad sweeter. Comparing each tart in my pink box, size and crust were uneven. I don't think their egg tarts are like Golden Gate Bakery, but overall still a nice treat. read more

Authentic Chinese desserts! Ruby King is classic like those Chinese bakeries that used to line Mission Street. These desserts are traditional and way less-sweet than American ones, so they are great if you're wanting something sweet but not looking to over indulge. I often order the fresh fruit cakes for Chinese birthdays and celebrations in my office, and they are always a hit! The shop is no frills, and almost impossible to park in front of, so it's probably best if you're just stopping to pick something up. If you do happen to stay - the customer service is awesome, And so are the little mini desserts! read more

They are open! 2 more egg tarts today, still yummy! Best in Bay! -one fatman's opinion read more

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Wonderful Don Tots- flaky crust and delicious egg custard. Service was quick and efficient at this locally loved family owned location; clearly frequented by many repeat customers. read more

For my birthday this year, I requested to have the birthday cake from Ruby King. I loved it! The frosting wasn't too sweet, nor was the cake itself. The cake itself wasn't made of mostly frosting either, which is wonderful. The fruits were delicious as well. I'm most likely going to get my birthday cake from Ruby King every year now! read more

I found their beef curry puff while tasty had way too much puff pastry dough, I had to peel off the bulk of the dough to get to the good stuff. Same with the egg tart, too much pastry dough. read more

Delicious egg tarts, moon cakes, etc. Super fresh and fair priced. Saved me a drive to San Francisco, when getting goodies on a road trip.

This bakery has been our family go to asian bakery. We love their egg tarts, sponge cake, cocktail buns, sesame buns and many more. Always happy with their bread and tarts. read more

Quick, efficient service. Buns are fresh and delicious, however no longer cheap. 2.25 for 1 bbq pork bun is almost same as cheap loaf of bread. read more

Very tasty egg tarts. Crust is flakey, egg tart part is very generous. Great for those who don't like too sweet. I personally love it as is or even a little bit sweeter. Get yourself a whole box bc you'll eat it all up. Great prices for them too. read more

We ordered egg tarts ($1.50), BBQ pork buns ($2.20?), and $3 mix-and-match of 4 mini buns (2 sponge cakes and pineapple buns). The egg tarts are good! The pork buns and sponge cakes are yummy too. I used to get my bakery from Napoleon but no longer! Compared to Napoleon, Ruby King is more spacious and the ladies behind the counter are much nicer. (I ordered in Cantonese.) read more

The flakey and puffilicous pastries at this outstanding Chinese bakery were a great way to start the day. The fluffy sweet bao filled with mild BBQ pork had an exquisitely airy crust. The sweet fillings of red bean or green bean in the mooncakes were similarly encased in a delicate crust - this time layered and brushed to create a slight pretzel flavor. Cash only which was okay because the eats were cheap. Parking was at street meters. read more

Never a long line, decent bbq pork buns, decent egg tarts, excellent chicken pies, takes credit cards, nice aunties, can place advance order on phone and pick up. What's not to love?! read more

The younger days of Chinese buffets included everything you imagined under the heat lamp and those egg tarts. You can't judge all egg tarts the same because at Ruby King Bakery Cafe they are quite different from the ones we grab with those metal tongs. As a friend and I entered there were smiling locals gathered in their dialect having conversation. Don't expect a modern furnished establishment. What mattered more were the friendly faces behind the counter who served us with their egg tarts. I imagine these were fresh. Warm and flaky these egg tarts melted in my mouth. Also the custard wasn't overly sweet. What a delight it was and rid past memories of buffet egg tarts. One could eat a few in one sitting. I'm afraid I would eat much more. Even better from what I can recall they were priced reasonably. When I do get a chance I enjoy Chinatown in Oakland. There are grocery deals that can't be missed and the food of casual grab and go or sit down is everywhere. If you happen to visit get a box of egg tarts at Ruby King Bakery Cafe while your in town! read more

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EGG TARTS HEAVEN Made fresh daily, Ruby King's egg tarts are filled with layers of flaky crust and jiggly custard filling. You'll see lines of people waiting for more egg tarts to come out since they tend to run out often. At just a dollar per egg tart, you can't beat the price. They also have Chinese birthday cakes you can pre-ordered if you love spongey cakes or classic pastries like bbq pork, ham, and corn buns, etc. If you're obsessed with the egg tarts from Golden Gate Bakery in San Francisco Chinatown but do not want to pay their hefty price, Ruby King is the next best thing. read more

The best egg tarts in Oakland Chinatown. It's a bit hidden, located by the Cinnamon Tree restaurant. You'll find many older men enjoying their coffee here daily. The egg tart: The crust is flaky. The filling is sweet, eggy, and is the perfect ratio to the crust. It's comparable to the iconic San Francisco egg tarts, except you don't have to wait in an hour line and pay less than half the price. (As of 1.3.19, $0.95 per egg tart) Their sponge cake cup cakes are also moist and have a great egg flavor. The workers here are very friendly and patient. read more

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I'm currently on a quest to find the best egg tart in the bay, and ruby king might be it . They're only $1 each, and as it is my belief that there is nothing better in life than a warm egg tart, the fact that all of them are served warm is amazing. The crust looks super dense at First glance, but it is perfectly light and flaky! This is definitely my go-to egg tart place the next time I need to pick up a box! read more

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I tried their egg tarts and they are very yummy! Crust is flaky! Went near closing time and snagged the last half dozen.

I came here looking for breakfast for the family. As I walked in at 7:15 AM, all I saw were elderly men sitting at the tables. Elderly men having a good time eating fresh baked goods, drinking coffee, and talking. These old men, who looks like your uncle or dad's friend can be a little creepy. I get it. I only want certain females gawking at me. Unfortunately, it is never the gawker I want. Once you get past seeing your uncle or dad's friend checking you out, your reward awaits! They don't serve lukewarm "Fresh Bread" here like at some other places. It seems like all their product comes directly out of the oven. Their egg custard tarts are excellent. The crust is nice and flaky and the custard has the perfect amount of sweetness. The egg custard tarts were so warm, that they were still hot when I delivered it to the hotel room 10 minutes later. The Pineapple bun with custard filling(Bo Lo Nai Wong) is another winner here. The bread is not too sweet, just like how grandma likes it. The custard like filling makes this pineapple bun great. Their coffee is Chinese coffee...weak. I only bought the coffee here because I was pressed for time. The place looks kind of run down. But, they do have tables, but, the tables were all occupied by the old men's club in the morning. Service is good. The woman behind the counter did not give me the typical Cantonese attitude and even pointed to the English menu when I asked them questions. Excellent bakery. I'm glad my hotel did not provide a free breakfast, forcing me to come here instead. I like their egg custard tarts and their pineapple bun with custard filling, and want to try more of their creations. Their pastries will more than make up for the elderly guys staring at you. Hopefully, your uncle or dad's friend doesn't come here. read more

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I was in Oakland and was told this was just as good as golden gate bakery. Based on multiple recommendations and yelp reviews, I figured I couldn't go wrong. I bought two boxes of pastries (yeah, big mistake) and every.single.item was SO DRY. Pineapple buns, cocktail buns, bbq pork buns, egg tarts (which my daughter described as scrambled eggs), chicken bun, pork bun, all so dry we practically choked. The only thing I liked even a little was the curry beef, just because I liked the flavors. We reheated a cocktail bun the day after and it was like cardboard. The filling turned orange and we ended up throwing it out. I definitely will not return nor would I ever recommend this place to anyone I liked. The most embarrassing thing is I dropped off a box to my parents. Wow, I'm sure they're now questioning my life choices... read more

Updating my review Went today to pick up food before taking the pups to Point Isabel. We got the usual beef curry buns. And as expected, these buns are by far THE BEST. It's baked and they're so generous w the ground beef. I think there are slivers of onion in it. The curry has a really good kick. Not overly spicy but it definitely has a bit of heat. We also tried the EGG WHITE egg tarts. I gotta admit, I think I like this better. The crust just perfectly cradles the custard. Give the beef curry buns a try. You'll like it read more

My usual to-go at Ruby King are egg tarts, wife cookies, and some mini sponge cakes. I love the fluffy crust of the egg tarts here, and the sweetness is just right for my taste. I eat the wife cookies the following day with a hot cup of coffee, and it's perfect. However, the customer service here is a different story. The last two times I've been here, I was served by the owner. She always seemed impatient with my family's order for some reason. (Maybe because we had a big order?) She messed up our order and even covered our order without letting us see it before she tied the box. (Our fault for not double checking though.) I was very disappointed when I got home and didn't see egg tarts in my pink box... Apparently, the box of pastry that I gifted my relatives had egg tarts, but it was also missing one and was all burnt. I'll probably give this place a break and order my pastries else where for the time being. read more

Yay! So we came here last July and we came back in April because we really wanted to get the old lady (melon) cakes that they have! They're just divine. Soft, flaky, flavorful, delicious. I think those are the adjectives that describe it. They're $1.50 which isn't too bad for the size that you get. :D You also can get them egg tarts here. Ruby King was the last egg tart place that I had checked (Wonder Food + Napoleon) and I was like.. why didn't I check this first? :P Hahaha. They have egg tarts at an amount I don't know (.75?) but they have good egg flavor and it's good. It's not Golden Gate Bakery good (which keeps "going on vacation") but it's one of the best ones that they have in Oakland Chinatown. You can get lemon cakes (omg they put a lot of lemon) and other pastries here. There are a lot of different options you can choose. There are table seats as well so you can sit down after you purchase em! Friendly service and patient in fulfilling your order :3 read more

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This is the best bakery in Oakland C town, the pastries are of higher quality than neighboring spots; don't let the old Chinese men crowding the dining area intimidate you lol read more