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    Arsicault Bakery

    4.6 (289 reviews)
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    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Almond croissant
    Natalie T.

    This bakery lives up to the hype I'm sorry to say. The croissants here are really top tier and super flakey and it's actually pretty huge as well! I ordered a ton of different pastries to try so I will rank which ones I liked the most! Ham and cheese croissant 10/10 - this is the pastry I'd get over and over again. The croissant was perfectly crispy, ham and cheese was super melty and such a great experience! Almond croissant, kouign amann and chocolate croissant were also amazing! The kouign amann was the perfect amount of sweetness and it reminds me of the pastries I'd eat in Hawaii. Coffee was bad, either I got the wrong coffee or my barista forgot an ingredient but I was not too happy with the taste. Parking is tough so make sure to come early enough to find a spot! They also have other locations as well. Line moves pretty fast so don't let the long line deter you away.

    Leeza D.

    I love bakeries! I got a dozen here to take home with me to So Cal. The line is long but I enjoy watching them make the pastries from the window. Amazing experience. Please come and create your own adventure.

    Caili C.

    I love love Arsicault and this Mission Bay location is even closer to me which makes it so tempting to grab a croissant anytime I walk past. My favorite is the og butter croissant, so light and buttery without feeling too heavy that you can't eat a whole croissant yourself. Be careful, it's super flaky so will make a mess while you eat. The chocolate is my second fav and what I get when I want to be indulgent but the blackberry hazelnut croissant is such a specialty here and really what I recommend everyone to try. Such a SF staple and worth the wait!

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    Majella L.

    Hands down my favorite bakery for chocolate croissants and kouign amanns. We walked here 3 miles round trip every morning from our hotel so we could earn our treats. The line always rolled out the door along the building but it moved fast. Service is efficient and quick. They keep you moving. Everything looks delicious but my favorite are the chocolate croissants which are a perfect combination of buttery crackling flaky pastry with generous rich chocolate inside every bite. Perfectly balanced. And the kouign amanns also have a perfect buttery flake with a sweet crispy caramel bottom and sides with a peel away middle. Ample seating outside the bakery itself with a view of the water. Steps away from Oracle Stadium.

    Paul N.

    Some of the best pastries I've ever had. I recently made a couple of trips to this location as it was a five minute walk away my kid's uncle house. Both times the lines were super short I only had to wait 5 minutes at most. I had the kouign-amann, raisin kouign-amann, ham and cheese croissant, chocolate croissant, almond croissant, and a palmier. Although the almond croissant was delicious, my favorite out of all the pastries I had was the raisin kouign-amann. I had tried to make another stop this morning before our drive back to the OC but I was told there wasn't enough (I was fed lies because there was enough time). This was is definitely worth coming back to again but I'm glad I don't live in the area or else I'd be there at least 4 times a week.

    Blackberry croissant
    Leslie V.

    Blackberry croissant. That's the star of the show. Do not miss this. Friendly staff and delicious coffee too.

    Kimberly D.

    So so so glad arsicault opened closer to me! It's so perfect it's by the park too bc you can just grab a pastry and enjoy the park! Soft goooey, flaky, airy croissants! Probably the best and my favorite in the bay. Also from visiting France and comparing, oh arsicault did a great job! Always get A plain croissant to get a baseline of if it's good or not, the flavoring can come in after. I love the almond and chocolate almond, but there's definitely something so good about the plain crossaint

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    Jed O.

    Fast service bakery and one of my SF favorites! Staff are very kind and efficient in packing and serving food. 5/5 - Kouign Amman - My personal favorite pastry at this bakery. The flavor and texture profile are both perfectly mastered. The sweetness is not overwhelming and is balanced through every bite. The pastry is flaky but not too messy, and I would highly recommend trying this on your visit! 4.5/5 - Chocolate Chip Cookie - This pastry can be a bit hit or miss depending on the batch, however, I thought the one I had this time was well-baked! The outside edges had a great crunch to chewiness ratio, and the inside was warm and chewy. The chocolate is also sweet but not overwhelming.

    Croissant
    Wayne H.

    Been going to Arsicault (on Arguello) for a long time now because they are easily the best croissants in San Francisco. I was in Mission Bay and saw they opened a location here and had to check it out. The shop is located on the first floor of a mixed use condo/apartment building and not only are the croissants just as good as Arguello, the staff are also just as friendly. So happy to have multiple locations.

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    Kristine A.

    The croissants are the best!!! You even smell the butter and flaky goodness from outside the bakery! The ham and cheese croissant is pretty big and so so good. The almond croissant is tasty too with a bit of almond paste filling inside and loads of powdered sugar on the outside. The amount of flaky layers outside and soft fresh layers inside make it worth it to wait in line. But don't let the line scare you, it goes quick. When you walk in a serve asks to take your order so they can prep and bag them before paying. I bought 4 croissants (plain, almond, ham & cheese and blackberry) for $25.

    Mike R.

    Arsicault Bakery has exceptional coffee and fresh creative pastries and bread. I found this middle gem in the Mission Rock neighborhood across from Oracle San Francisco Giants stadium while walking from Golden State Warriors Chase Center. Honestly, don't think I would have known about this very sleek, clean and efficient Cafe nestled near the Visa building which I can still remember was a vacant parking lot for Giants games. The staff was very helpful at this quick counter service with both sweet & savory selection. I choose the cranberry scone and ordered a cappuccino. My order was ready fast even before I was able to take photos the interior & exterior. Nice! My cappuccino was warm, foaming and very delicious. Excellent! The scones was still warm from the oven. Flaky, filled with many cranberries and very satisfying (I am usually not a dry scone expert yet loved this semi-sweet offering. So if you are ever near Mission Rock across from the Giants stadium popped in and enjoy enjoying your treat on an outside Cafe table "Arsicault Bakery is a renowned French bakery in San Francisco, founded by Armando Lacayo and named after his great-grandparents, who operated a bakery in France over a century ago. Famous for its high-quality, buttery, and flaky croissants, the bakery is recognized for its traditional offerings:

    Kouign Amann
    Madison B.

    Ambiance: A very well lit bakery with some limited seating outdoors and a high top counter on the inner wall to stand. The bakery is filled with good displays of the pastries with ability to see into the back as well. Wait time: Notoriously an extremely crowded place which proved to be true when going. You can expect a line of 20-30 people to get in and order, but the line does move quickly. Service: The staff are extremely nice and friendly with good knowledge on baked goods. Food: These are probably some of the best croissants I have had in the Bay Area. The bread is extremely flaky and light with the taste of freshness. Both the chocolate and almond croissants fillings were flavorful and not skimpy on the filling. The Kouign Amann was also just as good but the croissants are another level of perfection. Coffee was very okay and I was not impressed with the flavor of the Mocha I got and didn't really taste the mocha at all. Would definitely skip the coffee and just get the baked goods instead trying a local coffee shop instead.

    Lizey N.

    The croissants are huge! Waited in a long line out the door but it was quick about a 20 min wait. Tried the ham & cheese croissant which was super buttery, huge, cheesy, warm, and delicious. The chocolate almond croissant was also so good, so much powder sugar, so fresh and warm, such huge amounts of almond paste inside and the chocolate is so rich. The morning bun tasted like a Cinnamon Toast Crunch in a bun!

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    Arsicault Bakery

    4.7
    (3.1k reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    Arsicault lives up to the hype. The almond croissant is exceptional -- shatteringly flaky layers,…read moregenerous almond cream, and that perfect caramelized bottom. The chocolate almond is equally addictive, and the plain croissant is pure butter perfection. The kouign-amann is also outstanding (crisp, caramelized, and not overly sweet). Everything feels carefully made and consistently excellent. Yes, there's usually a line, but it moves quickly and is 100% worth it. This is the kind of bakery that makes you understand why people wait. Highly recommend arriving early if you want the full selection.

    [Upgrade to five stars] I recently returned to Arsicault, and I realized that the true Arsicault…read moreexperience 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.

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    Almond Croissant
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    Classic Croissant
    Classic Croissant

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    Butter & Crumble

    Butter & Crumble

    4.6
    (745 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    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.

    Delicious, definitely not hype and it was worth the 1:15 min wait…read more - Short rib 5/5 - Brown butter cornbread 5/5 - Peach cobbler 5/5 - Pistachio cookie 5/5 - S'mores 3/5 - Strawberry cookie 3/5

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    Hanna's twice baked biscoff croissant
    Hanna's twice baked biscoff croissant
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    Lauren's chopped cheese pain suisse
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    Neighbor Bakehouse

    Neighbor Bakehouse

    4.6
    (1.2k reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    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!

    I've seen some coffee shops around the city selling their baked goods and was glad to finally visit…read moretheir Dogpatch location. It's not much, more of a storefront with 2 tables outside but they have all the pastries. This place has the best mushroom tart ever. It has a generous amount of mushrooms but is not overpowering. All of their pastries are top of the line, fresh and flavorful with the perfect blend of ingredients. I also tried the Curry Potato Bourek and Everything Croissant which I'd recommend. I really wish they had a website where you can see the establishments where they sell the pastries. Dogpatch is kinda BFE for many people but great to stop by if you live in Portrero Hill, Mission Bay, or are doing something at UCSF or the Chase Center.

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    Our box of delightful pastries
    Our box of delightful pastries
    The Pistachio Berry Twice-Baked Croissant was a bit disappointing.
    The Pistachio Berry Twice-Baked Croissant was a bit disappointing.
    Neighbor Bakehouse

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    4.3
    (823 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    We stopped into Jina Bakes during the Nihonmachi Street Fair. It was recommended to us, and the…read moreline spoke for itself- this spot is popular! My husband got in line while I waited outside. It's on the first floor of the Japan Center Malls and easy to find in the corner. While the line was long it moved quickly and we ended up ordering two drinks and a few pastries. We had the drinks right away and I enjoyed their honeycomb toffee latte ($8.25) while my husband ordered a flavored lemonade. The Honeycomb latte wasn't overly sweet and the honeycomb on top was a nice treat. The honeycomb itself was sweet and crunchy and you can either pick it out and eat it or stir it into your drink and let it melt. The lemonade my husband ordered was on the sweeter side, but was super refreshing for summer. If you like sweet you'll like this- if you prefer less sweet or tart it may not be for you. We also brought home a few of their pastries. All of them were fresh and well made. The basque cheesecake was creamy and satisfying without being overly sweet. The chocolate chip cookie had dark chocolate and was really rich and satisfying. The last pastry I forget the name of but it was like a cinnamon roll but with an orange glaze and some cocoa powder, this one was also delicious and not overly sweet. They had some savory options that were sold out when we visited and we would definitely visit again to try those and more items from the menu. We can see why this spot is so popular.

    bakery items and coffee are sooo delicious. I love the salt bread and the garlic salt bread!!…read more however, there is a tall asian man working there (not sure what his name is) but I definitely witnessed some very negative things regarding his tone towards his employees who, in my opinion, were so sweet and kind towards everyone coming in. kinda killed the vibes :/ I'll come back but maybe when he's not there.

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    The store front 2/18/24
    The store front 2/18/24
    Galbijjim (Korean Braised Short Rib) Croissant | $8.50 - Tastes like cold pizza
    Galbijjim (Korean Braised Short Rib) Croissant | $8.50 - Tastes like cold pizza
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