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    4.3 (506 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Fruit cake
    Sho R.

    I ordered a fruit cake from here Cake was delicious with a lot of fresh fruits. Having mango among the fruit was the stand out thing. Cake was very soft. Cream was light and delicious. Packaging was perfect. They even provided plates, knife, fork and candles. Couldn't have packaged better. Shop had other delicious treats, which all looked excellent. I will have to try all of them.

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    Veronica L.

    The cakes here are not too sweet and very fresh and delicious. Nice pastry selection with loafs of bread, cookies, and even mini cupcakes. Always a line when I've been here.

    Sylvia K.

    My mom took us here . It's a nicely decorated bakery. I tried an egg tart and a matcha roll cake. Egg tart was ok . Would be nice if it's warm. The roll cake was very tasty and flavorful. The matcha had a hint of earl grey to me. The after taste lingered for some time. Restroom was not available at the time we were there. I would love to come back to try their cakes!

    Alice D.

    Great selection of baked goods and your typical Asian bakery fare. The line was a little confusing as it was in the middle of the store, but otherwise the process to check out was efficient. The place was pretty busy for a weekday afternoon, but it was clean and well lit which made for a smooth shopping experience. Everything was tasty and reasonably priced as well!

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    Kyla P.

    Got a very cute last minute cake for my niece's 2nd birthday on Super Bowl Sunday. We left it out on the table while we ate (an hour) and the eyes and cheeks started melting off :( The workers were helpful and kind which I always appreciate. They gave me a little kit with candles, small paper plates and tiny plastic forks. Cake itself was a white cake with fruit in the frosting. It was okay. Nothing special. The store is always busy so I definitely plan on trying this place again to see if their other cake flavors/ other pastries in general are more worth it.

    Top: HK egg tart Bottom: Portuguese egg tart
    Laura L.

    This is a cute and small bakery with lots of Asian pastries and cakes. I only tried the HK egg tart and Portuguese egg tart. The HK egg tart was just ok and I didn't like the thick crust which tasted like a thick shortbread. The Portuguese egg tart was much better in my opinion, although a tad sweet

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    Lloyd C.

    Simply Cake is a nice little bakery filled with savory and sweet dessert options. Either looking for a full cake or just little baked goodies, this bakery has it. Small area to sit and relax.

    Pranathi B.

    ***USP: cute little Asian style bakery in San Mateo downtown. Several varieties of cakes, pastries, breads, savory and sweet baked goodies. Prices seemed very reasonable as well. ***AMBIANCE: relatively small place with a bustling open kitchen and a few tables. Similar to other Asian bakeries, one can pickup a tray, tongs and pick their treats of choice by walking around. ***FOOD: Most of the items looked very fresh and tempting but I got the Portuguese egg tart, slices of mango mousse cake, chocolate mousse cake and tiramisu. I was not super impressed by the egg tart as it was heavy and the fat seeped through the bottom but the pastry slices were all delish! Mango mousse was sublime and smell of coffee in the tiramisu was intoxicating. I loved the hint of bitterness in the chocolate mousse cake.

    Sin-Yaw W.

    Ooh, this is a dangerous place. Everything looked delicious and calorie rich. We debated if it is worth the 30-minute oneway drive from South Bay just for their fares. The consensus is positive, only if during off-peak traffic hours. (Nearly nothing is worthy of that.) It's a Hong Kong- or Taiwan-styled bakery. There are few, if any, plain bread -- known for crisp crust, soft crumbs, and bland flavors. Think of snacks on the heavy side, pastries, or fancy sandwiches. We came to pick up cakes and ended up with a bagful of, eh, calorie rich, stuffs. Sigh... I will definitely come again, hopefully not too frequently for my weight-control.

    Mango mousse cake 8in
    Andrea N.

    delicious cake!! you place your order over the phone (might have to call a few times to get through). We got the 8in mango mousse cake & it was $51.99 including tax. They give you a little pouch with small plates, forks, candles & a cutter. You can add a HBD sign or any writing for free! we had 6 ppl eating the cake & only ate half. The mousse was so pillowy and smooth. The cake was not too much, definitely mousse dominant which I love. The pick up process is kind of annoying cuz you have to wait in line & the line can get quite long. They move medium quick. I am gonna come back to try the different cakes & pastries next time.

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    Sandra N.

    Simply Cake is located in the heart of downtown San Mateo where all the best restaurants and bakeries are centered. One step into this bakery and you will smell all the mouthwatering baked goods they have to offer. They have a little bit of everything- savory, sweet, sweet and savory, they've got it all. From cake slices, whole loaves of milk bread, to cream puffs and buns, you can expect to find something to satisfy your craving. The interior is bright, with white walls and bright LED lights. The interior is clean and the baked goods are enclosed for hygiene purposes. The space itself is a bit cramped and the lines can drag out onto the main streets during peak hours. The aisles are quite narrow so you may be hip to hip (literally) with other customers. This place is really busy on weekend afternoons but at the same time, the stock is constantly full with 99% of the options available. So if you're looking for one particular item, you've got a great chance they still have it, The front of house staff are amazing. They are not only patient, but warm and genuine-not something I would expect at all from a Chinese bakery from my previous experiences. It was so refreshing to see friendly service here. * Canele - Super affordable for a canele. This is a solid option if you love canele. The texture is spongey and fun to each with each bouncy bite you take. The rum and vanilla flavor is subtle and the dough itself is not too sweet. * Egg tart - The crust is substantial with thick buttery layers that stack up well against the smooth eggy custard. The custard is light and not too sweet. * Pork floss cake roll- This was delicious! The bread itself is light and fluffy and I loved the sweet and salty combination. The mayo cream tucked in between the layers adds an extra depth of flavor with its creamy texture sealing the deal. The best part of Simply Cake aside from their high quality pastries is the price point. Most of their pastries are so affordable being $3-$5 each. I ended up getting a whole bag of goodies for under $30. Come check this spot out for a wallet friendly dessert/snack option!

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    Thank you Cindy for the kind review. Hope to see you again soon!

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    Ask the Community - Simply Cake

    What does "celebration size" mean for cakes?

    Great question. Celebration just means birthday cake sizing so think of a standard 6” or 8” round birthday cake. Our Hokkaido and sea salt sponge cakes and taro snowy cake are usually sold in a smaller cute dessert cup form so we use “celebration… Read more

    Is it possible to make a shredded pork bun without green onions?

    Yes, if you order in multiples of 8! (8,16,24 etc..)

    Do you accept cash?

    Yes we accept cash before 6pm!

    Will you have any new options created specifically for Chinese New Year?

    We may have some new options for the next Chinese New Year but did not have any this year available.

    Do the cakes have gelatin?

    Our mousse cakes do contain gelatin however our sponge cakes do not.

    Do you sell the Durian Mille as a slice?

    Their cake slices vary from day to day but I've seen the Durian Mille in the display case.

    Are there any gluten free options?

    Currently our only gluten free option is our crème brûlée however we are working on creating more inclusive options!

    I would like to order a mango cake and picking up today. I tried to call your store many time but no one pick up. Can I place my order here and pick it up at 5:30-6:00 pm?

    Hi Jennifer, unfortunately we are not open today. Store hours can be seen on yelp as well as google. Sorry for the inconvenience!

    Are there any delivery options?

    We are now on DoorDash for delivery of all our products except for whole cakes!

    Are there any vegan options?

    I had the same question. Vegan options?

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    Backhaus - Beautiful morning at this cute yard. My favorite "little dudes"

    Backhaus

    4.4(906 reviews)
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    Backhaus has been on my radar for forever, so I was so excited to finally try them on a Sunday…read moremorning. I came in around 9am and they were already sold out of some items, but I did manage to get my hands on one of their famous croissants! I ended up getting the Pistachio Raspberry Croissant and Chocolate Chip Cookie. Both pastries are PHENOMENAL. The Bay Area truly does have a fantastic pastry (especially croissant) scene, but Backhaus is definitely up there. I loved how well the flavors came through in both, and the textures were great. They were also baked perfectly. I definitely want to try more of their offerings in the future! In general, this place well deserves the hype.

    The bakes here was some of the top ones I have had. I tried a couple of bakeries on my road trip up…read morethe Pacific Northwest and this was one of my favorites! I tried the cheesy twist, morning bun, and the ham and cheese croissant. I am pretty sure I tried other things but I can't remember exactly what but these were the stars. The cheesy twist kind of tasted like there was an Alfredo type sauce along with the cheese. It was delicious. One thing I wish I would have done is ask for it heated because I saw some other people doing that and it looked delicious. The morning bun was so good. It had a beautiful medley of spices that truly brightened your morning. The flavors were so balanced. As for the ham and cheese croissant, the star was the ham. The flavor of the ham reminded me of a thanksgiving ham. It was amazing! Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with anything here. I regret not getting a full loaf of bread to take home with me.

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    Antoine's Cookie Shop - 9/1/25

    Antoine's Cookie Shop

    4.7(1.2k reviews)
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    First time trying this out, my friends told me these cookies are delicious... well they were right,…read morethe cookies were so good! This shop is small, the service was great and I liked how they also write down on their menu if they are low on cookies and how many are left. They also have a small oven where you can WARM UP YOUR COOKIE(S)! Such a great idea, highly recommend checking this place out for their cookies.

    Ambiance: A small cookie shop located on one of the side…read morestreets in Downtown San Mateo. The shop has a small seating area upon walking in with mainly a counter and the cookies on display for you to pick what you would like to refer. Wait time: Practically no wait time waiting in line or for cookies after placing your order. Service: The workers were nice and greeted upon entry and were quick to put the order together. Order via worker standing behind the counter. Cookies: The 66% chocolate chip had big chunks of chocolate which the bitterness helped balance the cookie. The cookies n cream was a little sweet for me but had again pieces of Oreos inside with a nice texture. The chocolate peanut butter again had both chocolate and creamy peanut butter which didn't leave the mouth dry. The honey comb was a unique and different taste with the honeycomb providing a less common sweetness but can be overpowering. The toffee cookie had bits of toffee which again provided texture without being overly sweet. The oatmeal chocolate walnut cookie was my second favorite after the 66% dark cocoa due to the oatmeal again balancing the sweetness of the chocolate with the saltiness of the walnuts. Overall would recommend for a solid cookie with a fair price and the day olds were also extremely cheap for a better quality than you could get at other places.

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    Simple Delights - Assortment of cupcakes - ube with coconut cream, red velvet with cream cheese, chocolate with chocolate ganache

    Simple Delights

    4.8(179 reviews)
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    I was looking for the best carrot cake in the area for someone who loves carrot cake for their…read morebirthday and my search led me here! I also wanted something the kids/guests enjoyed and something different so I decided to see if I could add vanilla ice cream to the cake, and they said, "Of course! We haven't done this before but I think that would taste good." And lo and behold, it was amazing- it was a hit with the birthday boy and the guests as well. Their carrot cake is amazing (moist and not too sweet) and they helped with my crazy questions and ideas along the way. I will def go back to have them create my cakes for other occasions! I've previously come here for their ice cream and smaller desserts, which were all great. The service is friendly and quick. Very clean and some seating inside, tho we always just pick up and take items to go.

    Simple Delights has become a go-to sweets bakery for one of my clients, and they have absolutely…read moredelivered every single time. We've ordered several custom birthday cakes through them, and each one has turned out beautifully--both in design and in flavor. I only have a photo of one of the cakes, but the consistency and quality across all of them has been phenomenal. The team here is incredibly friendly, patient, and easy to work with. They really listen to what you're envisioning and know exactly how to execute a client's request with precision and creativity. Every cake they've made has brought so much joy to the celebrations, and it's clear how much care they put into their work. I can't recommend Simple Delights enough. They've made the families I work with extremely happy and have genuinely contributed to some very special moments. If you need a custom cake that's both stunning and delicious, this is the place.

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    Maison Alyzée - Délice: Whipped dark chocolate Manjari 64% ganache, Confit blackberry raspberry, Crémeux raspberry& Milk Chocolate  , Soft Cacao Biscuit

    Maison Alyzée

    4.0(352 reviews)
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    First time at Maison Alyzée was on the evening of Thursday, October 26, 2023. Ray, Pete and I…read morewalked in shortly before 9 PM for some caffeine after our dinner event at Rise Pizzeria, just down the street. Maison Alyzée is a French fine pastry bakery café located on downtown Burlingame's main strip. Dedicated to providing customers with a Parisian escape through handcrafted elegant pastries and artisanal breads, the bake shoppe doubles as pâtisserie and boulangerie, priding itself on meticulous attention to detail. Upon entry, we were welcomed by a brightly lit and very clean venue. Ray and I were immediately drawn to the beautiful marble-topped white counter that encased a gorgeous variety of exquisite treats. The commitment to the elegance of French culture and modern creativity were evident in every luxurious pastry and cake on display. Maison Alyzée is an order-at-the-counter establishment, so we made our purchase with a friendly staff member at the register. Unfortunately, we were told that espresso drinks were no longer available that night since the staff had already begun cleaning the machines. Ok....I never understand businesses that start shutting down things before closing time. This just shows customers that team convenience of closing shop quickly takes precedence over customer experience, essentially omitting availability of items from the menu while they are still open. For this reason, I am docking a star. Luckily, they still had some cold brew available, so I ordered a Lavender Cold Brew with oat milk. Heads-up: Plant-based milks like almond and oat milk incur a $0.75 surcharge. I wish that the lavender was more like a simple syrup, so that the flavour was sweeter and less sharp. Maison Alyzée also offers a selection of breakfast, lunch, and brunch options. I definitely need to return to try one or two or a few of their ostentatious delights.

    I love desserts and I love pistacchio flavors - this 100% pistacchio cake is just magnificent!…read morePerfect, I would say, crunchy on the outside, creamy icing on top, and not too sweet. Their flan is unique, but also superb as well as the chocolate cake. Staff were helpful and pleasant, spacious area.

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