I will forever rave about Acme Bread. Also, yes- the line is absolutely worth the wait, plus it moves fairly quickly! Every time it's finally my turn to pick out the best breads to take home, I am greeted with the glorious smell of freshly baked bread. All kinds too, but my absolute favorite is their cheddar biscuit! Savory, buttery, and soft. Grabbing a half dozen of those biscuits to eat throughout the week or pair it with a nice chili really makes me jump for joy. I especially love how when entering the building, there is so much bread, literally everywhere, that you have less than a 10x10 space to stand in. It is actually very comforting to know that everyone who visits is welcoming the warm and fluffy embrace of Acme's delicious bread. Special shoutout to the giant bread ring that they had one day that I brought to a concert to share with friends. It was a wonderfully tasty experience. read more

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Don't let the line intimidate you, it moves pretty fast, and it's worth the wait! I've gone on different days and at different times, and there is ALWAYS a line. PROS * Super fresh bread with a great daily selection. Some sweet stuff as well. * Great prices * Two types of pizza specials * Helpful, knowledgeable staff KEEP IN MIND * There's pretty much always a line, but it moves * The parking lot out front is limited, but there's a back lot too Inside, it's small and BUSY. Bread is constantly being made, to-go orders are getting picked up, and customers are being helped. There's a lot happening in a little space, but they have their system down pat! Honestly, the line has become part of my strategy. It gives me time to scope out everything in the window and plan what I want before I get to the front. The freshness of the bread is hard to beat, especially for the prices. Between the selection, helpful staff, and quality, this is one line I don't mind standing in. Bottom line: See a line? Get in it. Then start studying the window. read more

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Acme Bread Company makes THE BEST sour Batard! I have a gluten sensitivity, and this is the only bread that doesn't upset my stomach. Plus, it's absolutely delicious. It's made with just organic unbleached wheat flour, water, and sea salt. It's also so popular at our local store, that it's literally sold out every single day by 4pm. So if I want to treat myself to my favorite bread, I have to go get it in the first half of the day, or it will be gone. Thank you, Acme Bread Company, for making such high-quality, tasty bread. I truly appreciate it! read more

They coming here for years. After moving the Peninsula, I had to come back and visit. So much good fresh pastries, and bread. Definitely worth my hour drive read more

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First time here to pick up a Too Good to Go surprise bag on a Saturday afternoon. There was a long line to get in, but it moved quickly and the staff were courteous. All of the baked goods were very tempting, but the surprise bag had two baguettes, focaccia, and a ciabatta loaf so we decided not to get any extra treats. We froze one of the baguettes and the ciabatta, but the focaccia and the 2nd baguette were still soft and delicious for our lunch the next day. We will definitely be back, as I was eyeing the cheese twists and the ginger cookies! read more

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Any time fly into Oakland, a stop at Acme is a MUST! Everyone has their favorites, but you can't go wrong with any of their hearth breads-baguette, always, and any of the sourdough Batards. Cheddar Rosemary Biscuits are to die for, and the cookies and breakfast pastries are fire! This is a tight grab and go spot so just a heads up, if you can't wait to dig in, happily make a mess in your rental LOL!!! read more

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Visit date: 4/19/2026 We came about an hour before closing on a Sunday, so unfortunately many of the items I wanted to try based on other people's recommendations were already sold out. We ended up getting three things: * The cheese twist was soooo good! The cheese was flavorful and the pastry itself was perfectly done. * The apple pastry was interesting. Unlike many places where the pastry is either bland or overly sweet, Acme's pastry had a slight saltiness to it, which I actually think is genius. I almost always prefer a hint of savory flavor to balance out the sweetness from the filling or topping. My only issue with this one was that the apple topping was not sweet at all and leaned more tart, so paired with the salty pastry, it was not quite the flavor combination I was hoping for. * The mini raspberry pastry had the same issue for me. The raspberry topping was just a bit too tart and sour for my taste. Even though not everything was a hit for me, I would definitely come back and give this bakery another chance, especially since we arrived so late and missed out on many of their most popular items. read more

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The best bread ever. When in the bay area stop buy you won't be disappointed. Freshly backed tasty and although there could be a wait. Its totally worth it. Customer service is great. They get you in and out with a smile. I come everytime im visiting my son and grandson. The monkey bread omg!!!! The walnut bread to die for. Geez it's all good. read more

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Bay area staple that you can't simply go wrong. Line forms early even on a weekday and associate was helpful to suggest her faves. Gotta admit I've only had ACME from grocers or resto and glad to stumble upon this bread company on the way to brunch. Had the cheddar biscuit (still warm), jalapeno cheddar, reg sourdough, pesto slab and almond croissant. By the time I got out, line was even longer! read more

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I could order everything here and be wholly satisfied. The dough, the flavors, the variety, the prices... omg. Love it all. Don't skip out on the buns. Cheddar biscuits are delicious. Pastries are delicious. Pain epis is a classic. You can't go wrong with anything, honestly. Line moves fast, too. This will always be a top spot to hit up when in the Berkeley area. read more

nothing hits better than fresh bread and getting it right from the source! acme works 24 hours to deliver fresh bread everyday and i just got to give them props for the dedication and hard work. the bread and pastries here are just so good. the hell wet levain is amazing! i love all the sesame seeds on the loaf and with butter = chef's kiss. their pizzas are amazing too and i plan to come back to try their other ones. i finally got to try their cheddar biscuits and it was amazing! not heavy at all and full of flavor. i sometimes get quite overwhelmed with the options since i want to try everything! love acme! read more

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You can never go wrong with ACME. Been coming here for years, and somehow after so many years the poppy olive oil pound cake never goes wrong. Such a nice citrusy delight. I try to go in and get variety because honestly everything is so good that once in awhile when eating bread you have to try some of their other treats. The lines are long, but worth the wait. They love fast especially if you already know when you are getting. read more

Having hot marinara meatballs I made with fresh herb focaccia. It's been such a long time. And man, it's sooooo delicious. Just dipping that rectangular wonder in high end EVOO is also heavenly!!! read more

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You better not sleep on that Hella Wet Seeded Levain, child. Actually, doze on. More for me. I discovered Le Hella Wet Seeded Levain--that's Ms. HWSL if ya nasty--and I'm not going to lie, I didn't even see the bread at first. I just liked the name. I was feeling superficial, I was feeling hungry, and I was making white bean soup for dinner that I thought would be better with some bread. I was right. That bread, like pretty much everything that Acme Bread Company sells, was absolutely delicious. Soft where it needed to be, crunchy where it needed to be, seeded where it needed to be... I wish I had bought two. Be prepared to wait during their busy hours (weekends, days that end in "y", etc.), but know that your wait is worth it. It's no different from what you would or should expect at other yummy bakeries like Arizmendi's, where stuff can sell out pretty quickly on weekend mornings (another thing to be mindful of!) read more

One of my favorite bakery/bread companies in the bay area, hands down. There are ALWAYS new baked goods to try and rotating/seasonal items as well. I'm not a big fan of gingerbread cookies, but oh myyyyy highly recommend the one here using real ginger! From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by the enticing aroma of freshly baked bread, and it's clear that this bakery takes pride in every loaf they produce. The variety here is impressive, ranging from classic sourdoughs to unique specialties like their rustic pain au levain and walnut levain. Each loaf boasts a perfectly crispy crust and a tender, flavorful crumb that keeps me coming back for more. The sourdough baguette is a personal favorite of mine, with its perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors. The quality and consistency of Acme Bread are unparalleled, making it a staple in the local community and beyond. I also like to check out their daily "day old bread" menu, you get day old bread for almost 50% off, such a steal! Whether you're picking up a loaf for a special occasion or just indulging in a daily bread habit, Acme Bread Company is the go-to spot. It's a bakery that truly embodies the art of bread making, and I can't recommend it highly enough. Trust. read more

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This store front is probably the smallest I have ever experienced. Only two people can fit inside so there will always be a line out the door but they move really fast and the wait is maybe 5-10 minutes. Parking is limited in the front but there is more parking behind the bakery. Bread is fresh and amazing. I haven't had anything that I didn't like. Inside is small but everyone was helpful and happy. Gastro Maestro Approved!!! read more

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Oh Carbs. How I love thee. Let me count the ways. I have loved almost everything. But my heart will always be with that first piece of the Pain Epi - tearing it off, tasting the crisp and chewy exterior and the soft fluffy inside just fills my soul with joy. I also enjoy the soft and delicious Pain de Mie and basically any of their amazing layered and flaky biscuits. Toasted slightly in the toaster oven, the biscuits become warm and the toasted bottoms are perfect! Listen, don't take my word for it. Just go. You won't be sorry! read more

It's been years since I've been here, owing to opening hours, but the baked goods are as good as ever. We went for pizza this time and a sorta cross bun, which is a sorta-crossed bun with small raisins and candied lemon peel. It's a nice thing which I imagine would go well with coffee, but the flavor profile, much akin to that of pannetonne, is wintery in summer. The pizza is not pizza. It's essentially toppings on foccacia, which is a good bake. The highlight is the bread, not the toppings, which are nevertheless fun. Today the two flavors on offer were corn (corn, red onion, cotija, zucchini, and squash, despite the zucchini occupying greater positions of prominence) and mushroom (mini shiitake, sweet onion, kalamata olive). The mushrooms are of similar sizes to the olives, impossibly cute, and is contrasted by large slices of onion. I prefer, though, the corn pizza; I'm certain that the corn isn't frozen but fresh, and the corn-cotija combination offers greater textural contrast and little bursts of sugar. read more

My boyfriend took me here for my birthday, and we ordered a couple pastries including - a peach puff pastry, a jalapeño cheese turnover, and croissant with goat cheese and Kalamata olive. All of the things were exquisitely delicious. We had to stand in line for maybe 5-10 minutes and it was bit chilly out, but when I tell you it is worth the wait... it is totally worth the wait. This was my 2nd time at Acme, and I must say that it will definitely not be my last. Parking was not bad but we were there at like 930am, so get there early, it checks off all the vibe checks and it's worth the wait! Parking is small but we had no trouble finding parking. read more

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I love their bread; the line is sometimes long, but the service is fast, and the employees are always very friendly.

I am a certified bread and baked good snob. This is my very favorite place to go on the planet. If there is any excuse to visit the San Francisco area, I go across the bay and visit Acme. I love this place. Even as you stand in line, the smell of yeasty baked goods permeates the air. It is heavenly. Amazing bakery. read more

I came about 10 minutes before opening and there was about 10 people in front of us. It was our first time here, so I felt a little frazzled and rushed during the process since I wasn't sure what was available or what's on the menu. Kinda had to just look around in the store/Yelp as well as ask, but everything was delicious. The pizzas are huge, but so good. read more

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I happened to be available one day for the pickup window for their Too Good to Go surprise bag, so I ordered it on the app. I was given a massive quantity of bread, some smaller rolls, one unsliced loaf, and a long baguette. It was a really good deal for that quantity of bread for the price, and the baguette was so long it stuck out of the bag. This is a solid place to get plain bread. I wish the surprise bag had continued some of their more interesting flavored items, though. read more

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The food was so good! Got the jalapeno and cheese bread, goat cheese and Kalamata olive pastry, raspberry chocolate and blueberry lemon pastries. Everything was amazing! read more

Great bakery tucked in Berkeley along San Pablo Ave. Just see the long line in a small parking lot. The shop is small but it is full of breads, rolls and baked goods. You can also see the kitchen which shows how fresh these goods are prepared. The line looks long but does move steadily. They have many options so it's easy to buy more than what you initially wanted. Tried their focaccia pizzas and they were excellent! read more

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Learned about this place after going to Cal. Good selection of rustic breads-my fave is the cranberry walnut loaf. The bread still tastes great even when frozen and retoasted. Long line on a Sunday afternoon-however there is a small lot infront which is super convenient. For convenience I'll probably stick to getting their stuff at Berkeley bowl unless I'm more in the area of their shop. read more

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Got the walnut cinnamon loaf & peach pockets - all flaky, fresh & delish!! Thank you

The neighbors next door gifted me my first loaves. Olive and cranberry and walnut. Its sort of like the marketing tactics that drug dealers use. One bite and you will be hooked for life. Its simply the best bread on this side of the bay. The combination of varieties and flavors along with bake quality makes it outstanding. I like to cut open the bread and examine the air bubbles. I like even spacing and uniformity - this stacks up to Tartine. Flavor and crust is there too. On this latest visit I got the squash pizza, Edible Schoolyard, Challah and the BAR Marble cookie which I believe if you consume ends racism dead in its tracks. The squash pizza was a little cold but was still good. I liked best all the different seasoning flavors on it. Usually I'm used to some of the best pizza in the city like Flour and Water and as a pizza snob I can assure there are better pizza options around. Edible Schoolyard was very special. I got the last loaf and when something sells out that says something. Crunchy flavorful crust. Tasted delicious yet you know its for the health conscious. Its something you need to try. Challah was very pretty all braided and could be had with sesame seeds of poppy seeds. I think little kids would love this bread. Easy to eat and crust not so crunchy. Seniors with dentures might opt for this type as well. BAR Marble cookie was donation to end racism. Wow, how can you go wrong eating a cookie that ends racism!? It was black and white marble and had some chocolate and topped with some coarse salt that is a trick of the trade. Olive loaf and Cranberry Walnut are still probably my favorites. I get them all the time at Whole Foods. There are more choices at this store than your local grocery store but the convenience of picking it up at WF is a dollar or two? more expensive. There was a substantial line when I went. The older ladies that were complimenting each other's outfit were worried the pizza would sell out. One older lady was boasting that her shoes were good for a classy night out all the way to walking and dirty garden work. Make some new friends while in line... why not? Construction workers on their lunch breaks, senior citizens who demand a good deal, and suits alike were all here. Mass appeal to all. For budget minded individuals there was also a list of day old bread. I didn't get any but I assume its a great price... and if you gently toast day old bread it is still very very good. A great gift for those friends that have never tried it. Warning though - it might be an expensive addiction once you try it. read more

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I got a loaf of their sourdough from a farmers market and it was delicious. The crust was perfect with a fluffy center and it made great grilled cheese and toast. It lasted about 4 days in my house, but any longer and it would have turned into croutons. If you want to catch them at the farmer's market, get there early because they do sell out of items. When I went, they had different varieties of bread loaves and a cinnamon roll as a pastry option. read more

We bought a few items to sample and all were amazing. (The sourdough cheese round, a raspberry dark chocolate pastry, and Epi, and the jalapeño pastry.) The jalapeño pastry was rich but was one of the best things I've tasted in a long time. The customer service was great. The line moves quickly. read more

Best bread in the Bay Area! Tiny sales room in Berkeley and often a wait to get to the counter, but well worth it. This bread is REAL bread, simple and natural. read more

America, I love you, I chose to live here and make it my home for the last twenty years, but you are rubbish at bread. My interest was piqued when I saw this place listed as #2 best baguette on the West Coast on a Yelp article especially as it is just a couple of miles away from my house. I've had Acme bread before and found it to be good but not great, but that was always in a supermarket situation and maybe the bread wasn't super fresh but buoyed with enthusiasm after reading the reviews I made an afternoon trip to check out their items from the source. The place is lovely, I thought it was a good sign that they sell organic bread flour and whilst their produce is not fully organic, they do use this flour in their products. I bought a Pain d'Epi, a Pain de Mie and a cinnamon twist. The Pain d'Epi was the only baguette adjacent option, it uses the same dough fashioned to look like an ear of wheat as I didn't want sourdough. I will say this in Paris it would have been a solid 6/10 which may sound like a bit of shade or damnation with faint praise, and it kinda is, but contextually for American bread it was a solid 9. The Pain de Mie was even better, I am excited to have it accompany my sausage sandwich for breakfast tomorrow. The cinnamon twist was disappointing, it was a bit dry and didn't have a particularly good lamination. Oh, I also picked up a cookie as part of their fund raiser for a local charity, my husband said it was good. So yes, the fact that a bakery in this fine nation can get four stars is quite an achievement. I will be back here on a weekday morning when the lines aren't so out of hand and the baguettes are freshly baked. Maybe that'll push them into five-star territory? read more

ACME Bread in Berkeley truly knows their game when it comes to dough. I've never liked bread as much as I do here! Their madeleines, kalamata cheese mini puffs, sourdough, and sweet baguette are absolute favorites, fresh, flavorful, and baked to perfection every time. read more

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We're regular weekly buyers of old world breads for a quick and healthy breakfast. We usually get Acme at Whole Foods, usually the Cranberry Walnut (good value as the loaf is bigger, and nice to have whole grain) or the Pain au Levain (one of their most popular products with decent flavor just enjoying it on its own). Olive bread is also delicious and one of the few on the market using green olives. Prices have gone up over time but the quality and taste is still top notch. And we really miss Acme when traveling outside Bay Area. read more

Prepare to wait - and you sure will not be disappointed. There are always some kind of lines when we go to acme bread and there is a good reason for it. It's hard to get such a variety of good bread, rolls and even a bit of pastry around town. And when I say town I mean San Francisco. They have a branch in pier 1 but we always took the extra way towards Berkely - the bread selection here is even better. Also acme is one of the few that offers different kind of whole wheat breads and even rolls. For me - I always feel like a kid in a candy store. I should not tell you that but it's worth every minute you wait - and I should not tell you that since when you listen the time I'll have to be in line next time will even be longer :) read more

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there was a line already formed on Friday, Jan 16th. at 8:30. It gave me a chance to admire and choose some breads through the shop window. The shop is cozy. It could fit about 4-5 customers in the front of the shop. Had the Pain Epis, the Cheese Twist, and the Cinnamon Bread. They were all delicious. read more

It is always a treat to have Acme bread. I don't eat much bread, so I never picked up bread at the bakery until I saw it on the "Too Good To Go" app. The pickup time was reasonable. My surprise bag had several different types of bread. The only disadvantage was that I wasn't sure which bread I had in my bag in case I wanted to go back and just buy that bread. The lines are long and they do not cut the bread for you. I definitely lack bread-slicing skills, never the less, I was able to cut my loaves into some semblance of a slice of bread. I put everything in the freezer and was able to enjoy tasty if not pretty bread. read more

All I can say is this place is worth the wait. The Pain epi was the perfect crunch on the outside and softness on the inside. I also tried the Jalapeño turnover. Our cashier was very helpful. Now I know why people are lined up. Thanks :) read more

Acme Bread is one of my favorite bakeries in the bay! If you're a Berkeley student or live nearby, Acme is definitely worth the trek. The store front is very small. There is room for one person inside at a time, so most of the line is outside. There is almost always a line when I come here, but it moves pretty quickly. There is a small parking lot and street parking nearby. They have so many amazing bread loaves and pastries. As a cheese lover, my favorites are the cheddar biscuits and the cheese twists. No matter what I'm there for, I'll usually add one of those to my order to eat in the car because I know I can't wait until I'm home. Don't let the line scare you! You won't regret visiting this classic Berkeley establishment. read more

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If you drive on San Pablo in the morning, you'll always see a line of people snaking around the corner in front of Acme Bread. It looks like something from a Soviet-era photo of food lines. Determined to see why people were lining up in the absence of rationing, I tried Acme out. And yeah, it's definitely worth it. French baguette with crisp outside and chewy yet soft innards. Baked sourdoughs that make perfect sandwiches. Yum. Now you can get Acme bread at nearly any Whole Foods in the area so why line up? Well, you're getting it one or two days fresher and when you're talking about fresh baked natural bread without a whole lot of chemical stabilizers in it, it's worth getting fresh out of the oven. And unlike Moscow in the 1970s, you don't have to battle cold winters to get your bread. The line does move fairly quickly. There's parking behind Acme if the front lot is full. read more