Croissants are always amazing! Good service. Always a line get there early. Best place in town. read more

I didn't know what a Kouign-Amann was until Covid, when I had my first one in Sedona, Arizona with apple compote inside. I only tried it because I could neither spell nor pronounce it, but my goodness was I glad I did. It was literally heaven in my mouth. Since then, I have nary turned down Kouign-Amman when I see it on a menu. But never has any tasted quite as good as the one in Sedona... Today came close when I stopped at Arsicault Bakery. The line was a little intimidating but once in line it moves quickly. 15 minutes. I love Kouign-amann for what it is and isn't. It has simple Ingredients. A classic pastry from Brittany, France, it only contains yeast dough, butter, and sugar. Bakers fold sugar and butter into the dough in layers. As it bakes, the sugar melts to create a crispy, caramelized crust on the outside and soft, buttery layers on the inside--with no fruit fillings, so the one I tried in Sedona did a modern twist on it that strayed from its traditional counterpart, which I just happened to absolutely love. The Arsicault version has an impeccably crispy, caramelized crust and buttery layers inside that are so spongy and soft. It was rounded perfection. Given that it's been 6 years since I was Layla's Bakery in Sedona I cannot with certainty say which was better: Sedona wins for modifying the traditional with added apple compote (kudos to them for that tweak), but Arsicault wins for how close it is to what the traditional kouign-amann should be. The crisp, caramelized outer layers contrast with the satisfyingly soft center. Perfection. They say Arsicault has the best croissants in San Francisco. I haven't tried many others here, but I believe from what I've had of this so far that statement is likely accurate. I am too full at present to eat the almond croissant, but will tonight to make my decision on how it fares compared to the best almond croissant I've had thus far--in Santa Barbara at Goat Tree Cafe. read more

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Arrive Early. Wait in Line. Hope they don't Sell Out. That's the mantra that those seeking Arsicault's delicious baked goods need to remember whenever you visit this Inner Richmond location in San Francisco. This small bakery storefront only allows 1-2 people in at a time, while creating drooling tastebuds for those waiting in line or passersby catching a whiff of the downright delicious treats emanating from the kitchen within. If you are lucky to snag a treat, anything on the menu will suffice, but the Almond Croissants and Kouign Amann were on the top of my list this particular visit. I was also curious about the special Monkey Bread, but alas, while next in line, one of the friendly employees scribbled SOLD OUT on the daily special chalkboard before I had the chance to even catch a glimpse of what said Monkey Bread looked like. Looks as though another trip will have to be added to the agenda. Seriously though, you can't go wrong. Flakey, Sweet, Buttery, Delectable, and Downright Mesmerizing is what you'll find here. Open daily at 8am, most items sell out before Noon. Don't walk...run to Arsicault for a Morning Treat. It should be part of your Incredible Bakery Checklist on a regular basis. read more

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This location was way more crowded than I remember compared to civic center location. No seating, takeout only Sold out of regular croissants by ~2pm on a Sunday so you know they're poppin!! Kouign-amann had a lovely texture, nice glaze on the outside and crisp and very buttery all throughout Savory scone was nice too, crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy inside. I wish there was a little more mushroom / cheese flavor but I ate it so fast I could barely tell read more

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Five stars! Arsicault has the best croissants and kouign-amann in San Francisco, hands down. The croissants are incredibly flaky and buttery, with a perfectly crisp exterior and soft, airy layers inside. The kouign-amann is just as amazing, with a caramelized crunch and the perfect amount of sweetness. The line can look long, especially on weekends, but it moves surprisingly fast and the pastries are absolutely worth the wait. I also love the simple, neighborhood feel of the original Inner Richmond location. The quality lives up to the hype, and I would definitely come back again and again! read more

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This bakery is absolutely everything it is hyped to be. Might be some of the best pastries I've ever 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. read more

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[Upgrade to five stars] I recently returned to Arsicault, and I realized that the true Arsicault experience is getting there early and enjoying their pastries fresh. I arrived at the bakery before it opened on a weekend morning, and there were already a couple of brave souls in line. I waited only about 25 minutes for the bakery to open, and once doors officially opened to customers, I was in and out in no time with my fresh pastries in hand. I enjoyed my almond croissant as soon as I got back home, and now I fully understand why Arsicault is at the top of everyone's SF bakery list. The almond croissant was still warm, the inside struck the perfect balance between fluffy and gooey (from the almond paste), and the exterior was nicely crisped. The almond filling is super rich and decadent yet not overly sweet. I also noticed - and appreciate - how Arsicault's almond croissant doesn't include toasted almonds on top, since these can often get over-baked and taste bitter. I definitely agree this is one of the best pastries in SF now. read more

* the only place you should visit for croissants -- each one is flaky, buttery, and baked to perfection! * 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 read more

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I cant beleive i have never been here but this place is a top place you have to check out in SF. Almond Crossiant are to die for! Choco chip cookie is also very good as well and i didnt try this but there is a ham and cheese crossiant that is alot of people get. All my friends got one but didnt try it. There is a really long line usually but it will move pretty fast. I went during prime time and the line was long and took maybe 15 mins max. When you are in there it literally takes like 30 sec for each person to get in and out. read more

The BEST croissant I've had (and can remember haha). I've been wanting to try Ariscault for a looong time. Got both the chocolate almond croissant and almond croissant. I'm such a big fan of almond croissants and this was a stunner. The outside had a crunch from the glazed sugar and the inside was light and airy. The almond paste inside was not too sweet and very generous but balanced. The chocolate almond croissant was just as enjoyable with a little more sweetness from the chocolate. Can not express how good these croissants were and I'm sad that I didn't come to try these sooner! read more

These might be the best croissants I've had so far. The texture, the airiness, the flavor are so perfect that they're impossible to describe. Simply the best! The place is a hole in the wall, but it's definitely worth the drive, finding parking, and standing in line. And yes, there is always a line, and that says something about how good these croissants are. read more

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This was the one place I wanted to visit while in SF. It was amazing, but there is so much hype it was hard to temper my expectations!!! There are three Arsicault locations, but this is the original, opened in 2015 (or so the internet told me). Our hotel was closer to the Tenderloin location, but that area wad sketchy. The line was 15 people long, but moved incredibly fast. The menu is on the front glass window (no prices,). Once you enter, you can see the pastries and corresponding prices. Unfortunately, you enter when it's your time to order, pay grab your food, and then leave. We went twice and our whole interaction was less than a minute per trip!!! We had many things and there were only winners. If you don't want to spend $60 like we did, here are my thoughts on what we tried. Croissants: the almond was the winner by a long shot!!! I liked the ham and cheese, but only if you need a savory option. Chocolate chip croissants are not my favorite, but my daughter ate the whole thing and loved it. The almond chocolate chip had too much going on and it's the only one I would not recommend. The kouign amann is delicious and worth getting. The morning bun is good, but only if you want a bit of citrus flavor (orange zest). The monkey bread was good, but after all the other pastries, it didn't stand out. It seemed similar to the kouign amman in retrospect and I'd need another side by side to really sort out the differences. The chocolate chip cookie is delicious, but beware that it is salted. My son wasn't a fan, but the rest of us liked it. A bonus if you go the Richmond Ariscault -- it's next door to Breck's, a great coffee shop that has seating. Looks like most Arsicault customers grabbed their pastries and went next door to get coffee and sit down. We followed suit and it was a perfect pairing. After our pastries, we went to Golden Gate to walk off the meal. An epic morning!!! read more

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THIS PLACE WAS SO GOOD. There was a line but they move so fast, it was pretty nice. The almond croissant is super sweet and tasty. I am lowkey dreaming about going back and getting it again. The ham and cheese croissant is ok (nothing too special there). Supposedly there are different items at the other ones that I have to go try as well. read more

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Excellent croissants and pastries at Arsicault. There's usually a line but it generally moves quickly. The storefront is small so you pretty much walk inside to tell them what you want, pay, and get your pastries to go. No place to sit; only drip coffee offered. The croissants are crunchy on the outside and flaky on the inside. One of the best croissants in San Francisco. They don't offer a huge selection of pastries but the more popular ones are the croissants and Kouign Amann. With the croissants they offer a number of variations including almond, chocolate, ham and cheese. They also sell scones but I would stick with the croissants in my opinion. read more

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This is my favorite bakery for French pastries--the kouig amman is my go to followed by one of the best quiche's I've ever had-the bacon/onion! The service is friendly and the atmosphere buzzes! I read more

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*** Takeout Only *** Arsicault Bakery is a popular bakery shop in San Francisco and Bon Appetit named Arsicault Bakery 'Bakery of the Year' in 2016 ( https://www.bonappetit.com/story/best-bakeries-2016 ). Currently Arsicault Bakery has three locations: Inner Richmond (the flagship location), Civic Center, and Mission Bay. There is a plan to open another location in Palo Alto in fall 2026. [Parking]: Street metered parking only, but there are plenty of 30-minute metered parking spots in this part of the neighborhood. [Ordering]: There was no line when our party arrived at 2:30 PM on Saturday, but the shop had run out of everything except chocolate croissants and plain croissants. [Menu]: Yelp's top highlighted items are Chocolate Almond Croissant, Kouign-Amann, and Morning Bun. *** Chocolate Croissant ($6.00): Great croissant with ultra flaky texture, but I wish it had a bit more chocolate filling. *** Personally this is one of those "good but not that good" croissant shops. It would have been nice to try their almond croissant and few other baked goods, but I had to make this visit count with whatever croissants they had left. This is one of those spots for visitors to come as soon as the shop opens if you want to secure some of their most popular and desirable baked goods. read more

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I heard so much about Arsicault and was told I MUST visit here when I am in SF. I was told they have the best kouign-amann which is my fav of viennoiserie of all time. For someone to stake their cred on the line and vouched for the kougn-amann, I am def up for this challenge. We took a Waymo which is the coolest car I ever rode in. This bakery location was pretty far from the hotel, but since our friend said this is the one she often visited, so off we went. The surrounding area for this location was nice and seemed to be in a good neighborhood. Since there is no seating (which is a pity), I bought a cup of hot chocolate from next door and we sat at their seatings. Hence no rating of ambiance here. SERVICE 5/5 I have to say the staff here worked really fast despite the line. They were very efficient but not lacking the basic friendly vibe. FOOD 4/5 Kouign-amann 3/5 Sadly, my friend's cred was gone. It was just an ok kouign-amann. There was not enough sugar and I def have better kouign-amann elsewhere. Mademoiselle Louise in Houston had one of the top kouign-amann I had evereaten. It was in year 2020 and I could still remember the wonderful kouign-amann there. Savory scone 5/5 Luckily I got to try the savory scone which was very flavorful and scrumptious. Highly recommended. Our friend took a bite of the kouign-amann she bought to bring home, she commented yea it was not very good, tasted diff. My brother had a butter croissant, and commented it was flakey and pillow-y at the same time. However, it lacked of a good butttet taste. Perhaps that was the reason the kouign-amann I had paled in comparison to those I ever had, which were usually made of French butter like Elle & Vrie and other gourmet butter. I would still recommend this bakery and the best time I would get the savory scone. read more

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there's 3 locations and I love this location since parking is pretty easy to find. Also a plus, on Sundays there's a farmers market nearby if you want to come get coffee pastries and support local vendors! Ham and cheese croissant is a MUST. My absolute favorite item here, croissant is super duper flakey, and the ham and cheese is nice and warm and melty, such a nice breakfast treat I could eat 2! Chocolate almond, kouign amann, and the cookie are my top pastries I always get when I am here. Line goes by super fast since you're just in and out when ordering! Also don't forget to get the morning bun, it's a good mix of cinnamon roll and a churro, would be great with some milk read more

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Finally got to try the famous croissants! I've been seeing so many TikToks raving about the croissants from Arsicault and I finally found the right time to come by and grab some. I came by on a Friday around 11 am and it was so hard to find parking. There's street parking available but it was all filled up and I ended up getting dropped off since I saw the line forming outside the bakery. The line was only formed because the bakery is relatively small and doesn't have a lot of wiggle room so they only let in one party at a time. There aren't any sit-down tables or chairs so this is a grab and enjoy somewhere else. Pastry: Kouign-amann (8.4/10): Oh this was yummy. I love a good kouign amann and Arsicault satisfied my sweet tooth. It was a little too sweet but had a good outer layer crunch and fluffy interior. Chocolate Almond Croissant (7.8/10): This one was amazing! I will say that this one is definitely on the sweeter side but it was still delicious. It's a pretty big croissant with a good crunch but not a lot of flaking :( I did really enjoy the almond paste that was smothered on the inside. My boyfriend really enjoyed this croissant and wouldn't stop talking about it for a few hours. read more

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Arsicault Bakery - Richmond District, San Francisco (94118) This small, charming bakery is absolutely worth the visit! Yes, there's almost always a line, but don't let that discourage you--the staff keeps it moving quickly, making the wait fast and efficient. The pastries are incredibly delicious. Their giant croissants are buttery, with soft, airy layers on the inside and a perfectly crispy, flaky exterior. Every bite is heavenly! My personal favorite is the cranberry scone. It's tender, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. For the best experience, enjoy your pastries while they're still warm--they taste even better fresh out of the oven. Payment is easy since they accept both credit cards and cash. If you're a pastry lover, Arsicault Bakery is definitely a must-visit in San Francisco. We highly recommend it! read more

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Arsicault Bakery is soooo worth lining up for I was the first to go and it was so yummy and fresh! I love a good croissant and I got their ham & cheese croissant which was so good. It was so interesting because the ham & cheese are INSIDE the croissant (and I thought it would be a ham & cheese croissant sandwich) and the Kouign Amann is super good too (those 2 are my recommendations !!) If you're ever in the area, make sure to visit Arsicault Bakery (and line up before it opens) !!! read more

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Had to come check out one of SF's top bakeries and I enjoyed it. Fresh pastries and good sizes. Came on a Saturday around 9:15 am and there was a short line to order. Lots of pasties were still available and line moved pretty fast so we were in and out in about 10 mins! Service was friendly and quick. -Plain croissant (4/5): simple yet tasty! Flaky, moist and slightly crispy -Chocolate croissant (3/5): I'm not the biggest fan of chocolate filling but it was strong and not overly sweet -Kouign amann (4.5/5): crunchy yet soft and moist, nice carmalized exterior, good amount of sweetness -Morning bun (4/5): soft with a slight crunch, covered in lots of sugar and cinnamon so a bit too sweet read more

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Heard they're one of the top bakeries in SF and I enjoyed it! Came 9:15AM in the morning on a Saturday and there was a slight line out front but it moved efficiently, we were in and out in 10 minutes! There's no seating so we took our goods to go. 4 pastries came to about $22 total Kouign Amann (4.5/5): crispy and flaky, the right amount of sweetness! Morning Bun (4/5): a little sweet but soft and yummy! Plain Croissant (4/5): flaky and slightly crispy, could've been crispier but still fresh and delicious Chocolate Croissant (3/5): preferred the plain croissant. Chocolate wasn't overly sweet, even though there was a lot of chocolate read more

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One of the best croissants I have eaten! I understand why the line is often very long here. Their almond croissants are filled with amazing almond filling and have a crisp exterior. Perfectly done. I really like their chocolate almond croissant which is the best of both worlds. Every bite has melty chocolate, rich almond filling, or both! I have come here several times just for the chocolate almond croissant. It is an indulgent treat! read more

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It surely could have been better.... The location by the port or Giants stadium has ZERO parking. So then you try the other location 1.4 miles away, and you also go in circles with ZERO parking. Honestly, it is so bad that they really need to tell people that it is best to visit without driving. I spent 1 hour, with all loading only, one way streets, Bus and bike only streets....Not even paid parking. ZERO street. Why is loading uploading of passengers 100% of what looks like used to be parking spaces? 2 times I tried to visit both locations.....I could not park...That is my experience, and I say that should be MUCH more clear for people visisting. read more

I had a chocolate chip cookie ($4.50) from here, it was absolutely delicious-perfectly baked and no burnt bottom. Unfortunately, consistency is an issue. I came back yesterday and bought another chocolate chip cookie, only to find the bottom completely burnt. Hoping it was just a fluke, I stopped in again today during my lunch break. I politely mentioned to the staff that my cookie yesterday was burnt on the bottom and wanted to make sure I got a good one today. Instead of an apology or any real acknowledgment, the staff just started flipping cookies over on the display tray. Right in front of me, they ended up pulling two burnt cookies off the tripod display because they realized they were scorched. What really disappointed me was the total lack of customer service. When a returning customer points out a quality issue, and you literally confirm it by pulling more burnt product off the floor right in front of them, the bare minimum you can do is apologize or offer a discount on the replacement. Instead, I got silence. The lack of care let me know everything need to kre food might have potential, but the servic. - sured I won't be back. read more

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I give Ariscault a solid 4.5 but rounded up to 5 stars. This is my second visit but I waited until after lunch to get pastries. To get the best choice of pastries it is best to go before noon before some of the most popular items sell out. I was able to get Almond Croissants, Morning Bun, Kouign Amann and a chocolate chip cookie. My wife said they make the best almond croissant, not overly sweet and nice flakey croissant, she liked the Kouign Amann but she said B Patissere makes the best. The chocolate chip was big, soft in the middle with a slight crunchy edge, the cookie had a good sweetness balance. I was lucky enough to go at a time when there were a few porn parking spots. The parking can be a challenge but it is worth the hunt for parking to get some tasty pastries. read more

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I stopped by Arsicault near the end of their day, and luckily there were still enough pastries around to try. They ran out of their kouign amann for the day which is what I wanted to try, but I was still able to get a taste of their ham and cheese croissant. The croissant was perfectly flaky on the outside with buttery layers, and there was a svaory, melty filling of cheese on the inside that made it satisfying. My friend ordered a few of their almond croissants for him and his family, and they all enjoyed it! They said the croissants were rich and flaky. I love the fresh pastries that are clearly made with care! read more

Arsicault Bakery - Ham & Cheese Croissant - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

5 stars for the best chocolate chip cookie i have ever found. Now this is unfortunate for me considering that id have to drive about 3hrs to get this cookie. As for you locals i very much envy y'all. Expect a line and expect things to be sold out. Also this is not a place where you can sit and chat and they actually only allow one person in at a time. Hurry up and buy type of vibe, which is efficient but just make sure you know what you want because they do make you feel rushed. The croissant was good and their chocolate almond croissant was as good as they say but i did find it overwhelming half way into it, next time I'll pace myself. Now I'm glad I picked up the cookie, which i always get a cookie for fun but little did i know i was about to have the best one yet! So I will be back just for that cookie or a dozen of them. read more

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It was my first experience, French born in Paris; the croissant was literally drenched in butter, so greasy, I had two bites and it went to the trash. Not worth $5.50, not a croissant at all, 80 percent butter dripping! Then the cashier was rude telling me to look at the screen again even after having tap Apple Pay, what! Tipping for one croissant: pay your employees! No tipping! read more

Had a morning team event. Had to do a takeout and share... Arsicault Bakery Almond Croissant Chocolate Croissant Chocolate Chip Cookie All the associates proved amazing customer service. The place was clean and so inviting. It is a must visit. read more

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Job done in 1 day. Crew was polite. Estimate was honest. Good family business in central PA.

One of my favorite bakeries in San Francisco. The ham and cheese is my absolute favorite. It's so crispy on the inside but still warm on the inside. I also really like the almond croissant. That's my second favorite. Again, super crispy, but also amazing layering, and it's not too sweet. I will say that you should come earlier to have more selection, but there are still pastries when I came at 2 pm on a Friday. Small shop, so there's no seating, but there is a park nearby to enjoy it at. read more

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I had to try this bakery from a recommendation from a fellow Elite Allstar, Jane, who I met at the Twohey's event on Wednesday. So there are two locations, this one is in the Richmond area. There was a line when I arrived and it only grew longer by the second. This is a super tiny spot with only one person allowed inside at a time. We tried the following: Plain croissant, ham and cheese croissant, savory scone, cranberry coconut scone, and the morning bun for our party of 5. The consensus was the croissant was buttery, light, and flakey and would have been better if warm. The bun was the sweetest similar to a churo with the sugar and cinnamon topping with a lemon center. The cranberry scone was the least sweet. This is definitely a must try If in SF and you enjoy croissants. Street parking was a challenge. read more

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This is the BEST croissant place in SF! They have expanded to 3 places. This location does not have any seating. The one on tenderloin has seating but if you are not a local, you will be concerned about the homelessness in that area. The folks servicing us are always smiling! Pre Covid, we could only buy 4 per person. Things would run out by noon ish. These days things are a lot better. Outside of Paris, this is my favorite place for croissants Ps: they have a limited selection of things on the menu - and you can't go wrong with any of them! Also, I finish them so quickly, only managed to take one picture read more

Arsicault Bakery - Chocolate almond croissant - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here twice in the late morning on Sundays with friends before checking out the nearby farmers' market. The wait has always been less than 15 minutes for me, despite how long the line looks. Know what you want before coming in (the menu is on the window!). There is often a long line outside, but there is barely any space inside for someone to stand anyway. You get your croissant immediately after ordering. I got the almond croissant, kouign amann, and ham and cheese croissant. Almond croissant - I prefer my almond croissants to be soft, flaky, and have a smear of almond filling. This croissant was the exact opposite of that: it was crunchy, and the almond filling was a huge ball inside. It was messy to eat and honestly, I'm not a fan of this, although I think there are people out there who prefer their croissants to be hard and crispy. It was so decadent that I only ate half and saved the rest. It made me feel heavy. Kouign amann - This sweet, sticky, caramelized pastry is one of my favorite pastries in general, and Arsicault did a good job making one. It's crunchy and tastes rich. It paired great with a cup of coffee in the morning. Ham and cheese croissant - The croissant itself was quite standard, maybe a bit bigger than your regular croissant. There was a smidge of cheese inside and a sad piece of ham. Unlike the almond croissant, I wish there was more filling in this one. It was mostly hollow with liquid cheese and a faint hint of ham. I'm no bakery connoisseur, but I've had better croissants elsewhere. It was a nice experience to stand outside and chat with friends, so I didn't mind coming here twice. However, it's not my first--or even second--choice for pastries in the city. read more

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Not a hype. It is a MUST TRY! The wait in line was worth it. I have never had an almond croissant melt in my mouth. It was super flaky, crispy, buttery, moist, and perfectly how dense a croissant should be. The filling was still oozing out a little. It is literally one of the BEST almond croissants I have had even compared to the East Coast "French bakery". What I like about this place is, it is a bake to hands as in farm to fork freshly made product. Since, I waited in line, I also had time to do girl math: I might as well "save money" and buy another one since I am not from the area. The chocolate croissant is beautiful. It looks great as well. read more

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One of the best bakeries in SF, and the country, for a reason! The Kouign Amann is my favorite, but the Almond Croissant is also incredible. The Ham and Cheese Croissant was also surprisingly delicious and craveable! All the other pastries we tried were also consistently delicious and flaky. read more

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This location doesn't have palmiers like the other locations...and the selection seems a bit less

Hands down the best plain croissant I've had in the states. There will be a line, but it's worth it. Flaky, buttery, doughy, everything you want in a croissant. The lamination is spot on and you can just see all of the layers of deliciousness. Everytime I come visit SF I will be making this my priority 1 stop. read more

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