This bakery is absolutely everything it is hyped to be. Might be some of the best pastries I've…read moreever had. Their croissant is perfect, but I'd have to say the star of the show was the Kouign Annan. I will be forever dreaming about this bite. Perfectly crispy and light but with a certain density that just is perfection. A SF must visit.

* the only place you should visit for croissants -- each one is flaky, buttery, and baked to…read moreperfection! * plenty of other fresh baked goods to add to your order as well * i recommend stopping by early in the morning before items sell out 10/10

It's been a little over a year since my first time trying B&C, and things have definitely changed…read moresince then--in a good way! I definitely feel like the team implementing the 7:45AM start time to line up has helped a lot. Not only is it better for the neighbors, but it also makes the whole experience feel a lot less chaotic compared to showing up super early and scrambling to get in line. Everything feels much calmer and organized now. As for the pastries: To be honest, it really depends on what you like. I'm one that gravitates towards pretty much anything with meat and chocolate. Because of that, most of their savory/meaty and creamy pastries are always a must for me. They're super flaky, flavorful and decadent. You can really tell how much time and effort they put into making everything as high quality as possible, especially since you can see them making everything from the window while waiting in line. All in all, I think there's been a lot of improvement over the past year with some trial and error. Their pastries have always been delicious and I personally think it's worth the wait. I recommend getting to the area closer to 7:45AM so you have a better chance of being towards the front of the line. If not, it's still better to come before opening, I just wouldn't recommend getting there right before they open. By then it's not guaranteed that you'll get everything you want since they do run out depending on how many people are there.

YES, it's me! I was finally one of the lucky few who managed to score a small pre-order box from…read moreButter & Crumble after soooo many failed attempts week after week. Their Hotplate drop every Tuesday at 12PM is literally a war zone, reminding me of trying to get VIP concert tickets on Ticketmaster. And sadly, I haven't been able to score another box since then but oh well, at least I won once lol. I came during my pickup window and there was already a line out the door, maybe 10-12 people. I've heard it can wrap around the block, so honestly this wasn't too bad. The bakery itself in this adorable white and pink building, with cute window details, and neon cake sign. Pre-orders can skip the line, so I went straight inside to collect my little box of victory. My small box came with four pastries: Twice Baked Bourbon Peaches & Cream, Cheesy Ratatouille, Mocha Graham Butterscotch Cruffin, and Strawberry Vanilla Bun. And I gotta be honest, I loved them ALL. The Bourbon Peaches & Cream was heavenly. The pastry was perfectly buttery and flaky, while the cream and filling were rich and smooth. Easily one of my favorites. I'm normally not a cheesy vegetable savory pastry person, but I had to try the Cheesy Ratatouille for the plot lol, and surprisingly it was delicious. The veggies were cooked just right and the combination of cheeses was phenomenal. Strawberry Vanilla Bun was a classic that couldn't go wrong, fresh strawberries, delicious cream, simple and so good. Sadly, I saved the Mocha Graham Butterscotch Cruffin for the next day and all that generous filling made it pretty soggy. It still tasted good, but the cruffin had lost that crispy, flaky texture. That's on me though, so I definitely need a redemption round in the future. Overall, Butter & Crumble is absolutely worth the hype AND the Tuesday 12PM battle. Hopefully one day I can win the war again because there are so many other pastries I still want to try!

3.29.26 Piping hot! Got my egg tart dozen yesterday. Delicious. $45 a dozen…read more GGB Lady told me they'll be on vacation for 3 weeks starting Monday 3.30.26.

Golden Gate Bakery - 1029 Grant Ave, SF…read more This small, charming Chinese bakery is absolutely worth a visit--if you're willing to be bullied by the staff and experience some seriously nasty customer service! It's mooncake season, and the big day is 9/25/26! Yes, there's almost always a line, but don't let that discourage you--the staff definitely knows how to keep things interesting. You may get yelled at, screamed at, or told to "F off" if you decide not to buy. Somehow, it makes the wait even more intense and memorable! Tip for mooncake lovers: CALL and order a day or two in advance. But be prepared--you may still receive the same warm welcome: nasty customer service! Thankfully, the mooncakes make up for it! Their freshly made bánh trung thu are incredibly delicious! The mooncakes are soft, smooth, delicate, and packed with flavorful mixed nuts, salty egg yolk, and winter melon, all wrapped in a soft, golden-brown crust. Every bite is heavenly! My personal favorite is #3 Ham Mixed Nuts. It's tender, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. For the best experience, enjoy them while they're still warm--fresh out of the oven, they're even better! Cash only No seating inside No regular entrance--orders and pickups are done through the outside metal sliding gate. And be careful not to stick your face too close...you never know when that gate might come sliding toward you! If you're a mooncake lover, Golden Gate Bakery is definitely a must-visit in SF Chinatown. We highly recommend the mooncakes, but unfortunately, we can't give 5 stars because of the hostile customer-service environment. Delicious mooncakes Customer service Overall Worth the attitude for the mooncakes! Go NYU! Go Violets!

One of the best bakeries in the city!! Im sure many people would agree…read more Fresh pastries and excellent customer service. The Kouign Amann is my absolute favorite, Im always craving it and can never resist! :D

I stopped by after an appointment nearby. There was a line, but it moved by relatively quickly…read more This time, I decided to take my order to go. My order: Passion Orange Guava Cake ($8.25): +The cake version of the popular Hawaiian drink, the layers of cake, cookie, and pudding were light & refreshing. +Not too sweet +Aesthetically pleasing -When eaten together, the passion fruit took over so it was hard to detect the guava and orange. Raspberry Almond Croissant ($5.50): +Unlike the typical croissant, it was covered in a crispy cookie blanket, which was different, but in a good way! The croissant inside still maintained its flakiness. +Not too sweet: Filled w/a tart raspberry jam +Huge, which made it perfect for sharing. -Where was the almond??? Side notes: 1.) Paper bags are $0.25 2.) Walking distance from several MUNI lines (1, 38, 38R) *Verdict: 4.5 stars rounded up due to the service. From the moment I walked in, everyone was so friendly! They greeted me with a smile, took the time to answer my questions, and didn't rush me at all.

This locally famous SF bakery wasn't far from where I was staying with relatives during a short…read moretrip to the Bay Area last month. Pineapple King Bakery is a takeout suite in the Outer Sunset district. There was no available seating inside or outside. You can save time by preordering online and then coming by to pick up your goodies. Parking was really tough in this area with all of the curbside metered spots occupied. The line wasn't too bad when I stopped by on a weekend afternoon. Posters showing some of the different products were placed on the front windows along with a copy of the menu. You ordered at the service counter that was just a few feet inside the front entrance. Several of the baked goods were on display inside the glass case underneath the counter. A larger menu board hung behind the counter. You could see the army of workers busy in the kitchen preparing different items. Pineapple buns/puffs (bolo baos) of multiple varieties were the stars of the show. Buns with other fillings like BBQ pork, hot dog, coconut cream, etc were also available. Egg tarts, some pastries, and drinks (e.g. milk tea) rounded out the main categories. Combo boxes allowed for larger quantities to be purchased. Coming from the southern most part of this state, we don't have anywhere near the choices for pineapple buns like they have here. I purchased a Deluxe Box to give as a gift for my relatives. It consisted of four mini pineapple buns... Original Pineapple Puff, Matcha Pineapple Puff, Mango Pineapple Puff, Mini Pineapple Bun with butter. For myself, I bought a Pineapple Bun with guava butter, a BBQ Pork Pineapple Bun, and a Pineapple Bun with custard. The total for everything was less than twenty dollars, and the business accepted cash only. The pineapple buns had a milk bread base topped with a crackly, golden cookie-like crust. They were soft and of a decent size for the respective prices. The version with the guava butter was warmed up by the kitchen. They recommended that I consume it right away to appreciate the decadent butter. In hindsight, my only regret was not ordering at least one of the egg tart types to taste and compare to what's available in my hometown. I gave a 4.5 star rating for the products I sampled at Pineapple King Bakery and rounded up.

checked out this bakery on saturday! line was short when we arrived but shortly picked up after we…read morearrived. it is cash only so be aware of that! when I think of cantonese pineapple buns, these are what I envision them to be. the custard topping is sweet, rich and the crumbs gets all over your clothes lol. and the actual bun maintains its soft, fluffy interior. the bbq pork bun filling could've been maybe a little less sweet with all the sweetness from the topping and bread, but it was still delicious regardless. we also got a pineapple bun with guava butter. one small gripe is I don't love cold slabs of butter in my pineapple buns, but this one was less chilled and mixed with the guava, the texture was perfect and added a tangy flavor to the richness of the butter and bun that balanced it out so well.

The best. Fresh…read moreFruit Bavarian was so creamy light and refreshing. 11/10 Ham and Gruyère was absolutely delicious love the mustard. 9/10 The Croquet Monsieur is good but very rich! 8/10 Morning bun 10/10 You can't go wrong

Hanging out in Dolores Park and getting a contact high? Looking for that sweet $$$ treat? Well,…read moresearch no further, my friend. Welcome to Tartine. The baked goods are definitely tasty, but be prepared to pay for them. Quality comes at a price, and Tartine certainly isn't the cheap-and-cheerful option. Still, if you're already in the neighborhood and want to treat yourself, it's hard to go wrong. BB

Fantastic bakery and located near the park and farmers market. Satisfied all cravings for bread…read morethat i missed here in the bay. A must visit if you are in town as you then stroll through the neighborhood. Parking can be tough but it's worth the fight!

I usually love this bakery but yesterday i bought a chocolate chip cookie that was stale, hard to…read morebight and taste was awful. I ended up throwing the chocolate chip away. I was surprised because my friends and i usually walk in happy as their cookies are amazing but yesterday's experience was awful. Management should always check everything is warm and delicious to eat.

Neighborhood Bakehouse is the kind of neighborhood bakery you'll find yourself coming back to again…read moreand again. I've been here a few times and this time I remembered to take photos of the pastries before digging in! We tried the ube twice-baked croissant, ham and cheese croissant, curry potato bourek, and the spicy chicken pepper sausage croissant. Every pastry was perfectly flaky on the outside while staying soft and buttery on the inside. My favorites were the spicy chicken pepper sausage croissant and the ube twice-baked croissant. The savory pastries were packed with flavor, and the ube croissant struck the perfect balance of sweetness without being overpowering. I also love that they offer unique pastries you don't find at most bakeries. The café itself is small and cozy, and the staff were warm and friendly. It's usually packed, but we arrived at the perfect time and were able to grab everything we wanted before they sold out. We'll definitely be back to try more of their delicious pastries!

While located a bit out of the way for me, Neighbor Bakehouse has long been on my list of bakeries…read moreto try. A friend and I decided to finally make the trek out to the Dogpatch, and it was worth the multiple Muni rides! To get a good mix of sweet and savory, we split the curry potato bourek and pistachio berry croissant. We arrived around 9:30 AM to no line, but as soon as we picked up our pastries, a line started to form out the door. I'm glad we split two pastries - they were both delicious but quite large for one person to finish solo. The curry potato bourek would have been better if it were served warmed up, but this pastry was still a winner for me. The pastry was light and flaky and provided a nice, buttery canvas for the curry potato filling. The pistachio berry croissant struck the ideal balance of pistachio to berry filling, and neither flavor overpowered the other. This pastry had excellent texture, with crispy edges and lots of buttery layers. Neighbor Bakehouse only serves drip coffee, so we enjoyed our pastries at a table outside before walking to a nearby coffee shop. I also had my eye on the bright purple ube croissant, which I'll have to try on my next visit.

I always come to Japantown just for their Injeolmi croissants! Truly is one of my must visits…read morewhenever I'm in SF. It has the perfect combination of texture with the mochi and flaky croissant exterior. Absolutely love love love! I wish I could just buy a months supply of them.., but they're best eaten same day and fresh. Otherwise the mochi starts to harden and lose its bounciness. The store itself is located at the bottom floor of Japan Town's West mall right across Maido and Matcha Cafe Maiko! Service depends on whoever is the cashier but today we had a nice girl! :)

The salt bread was soo crispy on the outside and buttery on the inside. The did sell out but we…read moremanaged to score one on the next batch (straight out of the oven). The injeolmi croissant was such a good pastry too. The perfect amount of chewiness to crispyness. My mouth is watering while I'm writing this review. The black sesame puff pastry was okay, definitely outshined by the other options. Definitely worth the hype! Can't wait to come back and try more options!

Truly one of the best local bakeries in the Bay Area with variety and quality. I love coming to…read morearizmendi to see the pizza of the day and bring friends/family here when they visit. They even do fun seasonal menu items like king cake for Mardi Gras and pies.

I've heard wondrous things about Arizmendi Bakery, and I am a big fan of bakeries that also serve a…read morepizza slice-of-the-day. The line around noon wasn't too bad, and it moved quickly since most people in line knew the drill and had their items ready to go. I ordered the slice-of-the-day, which turned out to be a mushroom + spinach + mozzarella combo. I placed my order at the counter and was handed a hot slice of pizza about five minutes later. I was fortunate to land one of the limited seats inside the bakery, although, there was also plenty of bench space in the parklet outside. The pizza crust was thin and crispy - with just the right amount of chew - and tasted slightly of sourdough. Topping-wise, the mushrooms were abundant but not overpowering; however, I wish there had been other vegetables to balance out the flavor. Paying less than $5 for a generously-sized slice (adorned with a mini slice on top) felt like a bargain, especially in SF. I would definitely make the trip back out here to give the pizza another try and to pick up some of the other baked goods.