I was headed out of San Francisco, and I'd read about bitchin' baklava, and since it was on my way, I figured why not?! First off, it's a little difficult to actually find. It's a small space with pretty big flavor. Diners tip: bring cash The woman that works there is fairly friendly, and she'll have your things wrapped up and ready to go in just minutes. I'm pretty picky about baklava. It's what I call The Goldilocks syndrome. I don't want too nutty, I don't want it to dry, I want it flavorful and just right. And I found just that! She offers a variety of different baklava have plenty to choose from. It's all really tasty and made to perfection! This is that Secret place that you need to check out! read more

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This place is such a vibe! I would love to come back and sit down for some tea and desserts. I came in to grab to-go after dinner and it was delicious! There are an assortment of cookies and different flavors of baklava and some other desserts as well. They take cash, card and Venmo, which is awesome. The lady helping us out was super sweet and I loved all her recommendations. You can tell she was very passionate about her creations, which made me excited to try them. read more

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WARNING: Their baklavas are very rich in aromatic spice flavors! So if you're into the spices, this place is perfect for you. Otherwise, you have been warned. Their baklavas are very big and crispy and there's a good variety of flavors too (almond, cashew, pistachio, walnut, chocolate chip, etc). They also have their twist on the Dubai chocolate where pistachio kunafa is sandwiched in between two cookies. 8 baklava or pastries sell for $20 with an additional $2 for the Dubai chocolate cookie. It seems like Venmo is the preferred payment method. The place itself is very dim with lots of seating. The air of the cafe is rich with the smells of the spices as well. read more

Bitchin' Baklava - Dubai chocolate cookie - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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3.5 stars ** Nestled in a restaurant it's a small bakery on the side: their Baklava is crispy and huge - good portions. Bring cash for them to honor prices w/o a sales or credit card tax. I have a specific preference for baklava so it's not that this place isn't good, I think I prefer baklava that isn't as rose-forward. Good pick me up treat for an affordable price. Service was a bit apprehensive and didn't get acknowledged by them until a few moments later. read more

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I came here because I loved the name and was not disappointed. The store is inside another restaurant, Al Masri. There was tons of parking. Bring cash, there is a small fee if you pay with card. I had the Greek spinach and feta cheese puff pastry pie and a few of their most popular baklava. The puff pastry was savory and had a great balance of feta and spinach. The baklava was sweet and flaky. The woman working there was really friendly, and I appreciate that they are open until 9pm. The store is a few blocks from Golden Gate Park. My friend and I drove a few blocks and enjoyed our treats at Ocean Beach. read more

The baklava (original walnut) was good but the pistachio cookie and Dubai cookie was overpriced and not tasty. They were not worth $5 a pop. read more

Bitchin' Baklava - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

The sweetest person helped me with my order close to closing time and her recommendations were so tasty and perfect. I took several pieces to go and ate them at the beach nearby. Would highly recommend getting a variety to try! read more

Bitchin' Baklava - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is easily the best baklava I've ever had. Though I've never been to Greece or the middle east, I think I've had enough baklava to be able to judge pretty well and this baklava was head and shoulders better the other's I've had. It was so rich is was decadent. read more

First, the Baklava is superb! Oh my! I live close, so had been trying to find them open and today was my lucky day. It turns out they close when they run out and they run out pretty fast. I talked to the owner who was awesome. The Baklava is inside the El Monsoor (sp?) restaurant so don't be shy, give the right hand door a tug and see if it is your lucky day. They take orders, so if you want surety ORDER Up! I got the plain and the chocolate walnut and they both blew my sandals off. Wow! read more

Bitchin' Baklava - Chocolate walnut (has cinnamon) and the simpler walnut (OMG gooood). - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wow. I just came across this hidden gem way out on Balboa Street. I was searching for a good cup of coffee in a locally owned (not a chain) business. Bitchin' Baklava came up at the top of the list with 5 stars, so I wanted to check it out. First, the coffee was really good. Egyptian style is strong, with the grounds in the cup, so sip it slowly. Now, I must tell you about the place. It's the same location as Al Masri, https://s.yelp.com/CWA35kOjqm, which is only open one night a week (Saturdays) for dinner and belly dancing. It's out on Balboa, between 41st & 42nd, and during the daytime, you wouldn't know that Saturday nights have such entertainment out there. There is plenty of free street parking in this neighborhood too. Al Masri is only open one night a week. The rest of the week, the woman running the place opens a take-out counter for Bitchin' Baklava. You can grab a single piece for $3 (worth it!), already a reasonable price, or buy in quantity and get a discount. Like 8 for $20. Once you taste it, you'll want to take home a dozen. I won't get into the variety. You can see that on the website. Lots of choices, and each is sweet and delicious. Check it out and write your own review. Tell me I'm right about this. I know you'll love it. read more

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Yummy, quick, and decently priced baklavas! We were a bit snacky before our dinner reservation and looking for a quick bite, and came across this place! The interior is definitely interesting. We got there around 4-5 pm so right before dinner time and it was completely empty as they were setting up. The place was decorated to the brim and they had what looked like a stage for dinner performances which was cool! Wish we got to stay for that experience. The baklavas and pies were located in little display shelves at the counter. I wish they were heated since we came later in the day and the texture for the pies was a bit harder by then. We got a savory pie with potatoes in it, a classic baklava, hazelnut baklava, and lavender baklava. The pie was good, but as mentioned earlier, by the time we had it, it was cold and the exterior was dried out. The majority of them were also already sold out, which is why we got the potato one. The potatoes themselves were well-spiced and flavorful though! The classic baklava was the best out of the three; the hazelnut one tasted like a ferrero rocher and the lavender one tasted like lavender perfume. Would come back for dinner! read more

Bitchin' Baklava - baklava - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

As the friend of a semi-professional Baklava connoisseur, I am contractually required to be up to date with my Baklava knowledge set, and it's safe to sayin that BB with all its flavors and types of this delicious gooey pastry is at the top of my list. Our group waltzed in mid-day and was immediately helped by a kind host who presented every single type of treat available from the honey-centric baklava, to the chocolate ones and even a wide varied selection of non-Baklava treats! Savory and sweet BB has em all! If you're traversing through the hills of SF and want to avoid the expensive airfare and hassle of TSA, and be teleported to the Levant/Sinai Peninsula you are very lucky because BB has you covered! read more

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Best baklava I have ever eaten. Full stop. Bitchin Baklava sells baklava out of an Egyptian restaurant. Walking into this restaurant, I was a little skeptical. It was pitch dark and it didn't seem like anyone had been in there for a while. But the Baklava chef left a sign with her phone number for patrons to call her when they show up, so that's what we did. She walked right in and said so sorry, I had to move my car. She shared with us that she only has walnut baklava at the moment. Gazing at the baklava through the smudged plastic pastry case, it was hard to tell if this baklava was anything special. It just looked like normal trays of baklava. We ordered four pieces of walnut baklava and an Arabic coffee, but the coffee wasn't ready and would have taken another 10 minutes or so. So we just bought the baklava, she placed them in a to go container and we left. My skepticism continued, but my husband said, let's try one. We sat on the bench outside the restaurant and opened our to go container. Right away, I could tell this baklava was special. It appeared sturdy and the layers seemed intact; often, baklava is soggy by the time you get it from the restaurant. This baklava's crispy layers remained crispy. There was a flavor of rose water that came across. The sweet unctuous syrup was heaven. Slightly wonky service experience, but the baklava itself is incredible. I can't wait to order more! read more

Was just passing by on a walk and couldn't ignore a place called "Bitchin' Baklava", and let me tell you probably the best decision I made that day. The owner was so incredibly kind and sweet, talked to me a bit about baking and what she does, I have nothing but respect for her. It's a spot known by those who get it and now I can say with confidence that I get it. Best baklava ever! read more

There was a time (Orange County circa late 1970's) when the adjective "bitchen" was liberally tossed around in describing things one was "stoked" about. It's fair to say that Bitchin' Baklava is bitchen. I'm no baklava connoisseur but I'm not fond of birthday cake so those who love me look elsewhere to find something to shove candles into once annually. This year's treat was an assorted platter of what Bitchin' Baklava has to offer. It was a unique, surprising, and most welcome treat made even better because baklava endures. Perhaps it has a shelf life but three days later and I'm still consuming pieces that taste as good as the day they were presented to me. This is something rarely said about birthday cake. Sweet and honey-laden, Bitchin' Baklava offers a wide assortment of baklava flavors and though many different ones were presented to me I've consumed 4 so far and haven't discerned a difference among the ones I've tried. That's actually fine by me as I'm one who is most likely to prefer the classic offering. Curious about the flavors they offer, I consulted their web site and was a bit surprised to see a special baklava, the "45 - A tribute to our 45th President Donald J. Trump!" I will try not to hold this against Bitchin' Baklava though the ingredients I'd choose to make such a "tribute" would certainly differ from those they've chosen. The baklava tribute to 45 that I'd create would be comprised of inedible, difficult to swallow things. Just sayin'. If you're looking for sweet treats that have a shelf life - or delicious things made with filo dough - I think Bitchin' Baklava is a real find, pretty much guaranteed to make anyone happy. It certainly worked on me. read more

Bitchin' Baklava - I'll have one of each... and I practically did. Bitchin' Baklava indeed! - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Their baklava is the bomb! I should have ordered more of the traditional ones but wanted to try different flavors all good but the traditional one (I usually don't like walnuts) is amazing. The restaurant has been there for decades but due to CoVid only opens Sat. Looking forward to eating at the restaurant and enjoying some belly dancer entertainment. read more

I was able to impress my friends during our little reunion with sweets from this shop ! You can tell each baklava was freshly made and beautifully layered with yummy goodness. They were not overwhelmingly sticky, but chewy, flaky, distinct and totally Bitchin !! I highly recommend !! The owner, Susan, is also the sweetest and truly made my day. read more

Bitchin' Baklava - 4 flavors of Baklava - walnut, hazelnut with chocolate chip, cashew, & almond ! - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Delicious, decadent dessert! I've been craving baklava after having tried it at a local restaurant, and this place definitely caught my attention with it's name! I came in later in the evening and was surprised that it was open late (till 9:30pm) as most bakeries are closed by 3pm. The bakery is located within a the Egyptian restaurant Al-Masri, which features quirky middle eastern-themed decor. The staff were in the back kitchen when I came in, so I had to give them a call/ring the bell at the entrance. The desserts are featured on a small counter inside a pastry case, with various flavors of baklava, including almond, hazelnut, walnut, dark cashew, and one with chocolate. I tried the chocolate hazelnut and almond, which were perfectly flaky, rich in flavor, but not overbearingly sweet. Slightly crispy, nutty, with a soft filling that wasn't too chewy or syrupy sweet. Their baklava has sugar crystals on top, which was different from others I've tried, adding to the texture of the pastry. One is a bit filling, so I'd recommend cutting them into halves if you want to try more flavors! read more

Bitchin' Baklava - Chocolate hazelnut, almond, and special flavor baklava - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I didn't enjoy this baklava. It was weirdly soggy and tasted stale. The worst part is that it was way too sweet. The staff here is really rude and don't seem to want to be there. Definitely skip. read more

The best baklava ever! These delightful pastries really live up to their brand name. My fave is the hazelnut with chocolate chips, but in looking forro trying them all. #CovidGoals The business is run by an amazing woman who is also a veteran, so you can feel good about indulging in these decadent delicacies. read more

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Hidden gem!! The baklava here is immaculate. The interior decor is also super tasteful

Absolutely best baklava I've ever had! Super flaky, airy, crispy and not too sweet at all. So many amazing and unique flavors to choose from. The chocolate walnut is a must try! The owner is also so friendly and helped explain all of the options. Also, they are such a good price for how big they are! read more

Bitchin' Baklava - dark chocolate almond & dark chocolate walnut baklava - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

So many choices. My favorite would be the spinach and the chicken puff. I do feel very thirsty afterwards so I'm not sure there's msg? I enjoyed the hazelnut baklava. Select 8 puffs/baklava for $20. They sometimes open before 2 pm. read more

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Excellent baklava and portion size is great. There are also many flavor choices. One of the best places to buy baklava.

Bitchin Baklava is awesome! We were looking for dessert after walking the beach and the fact that it was an adventure made it so much better!! BB does not have a storefront, they share a kitchen with Al-Masri, an Egyptian restaurant, and you must call to let them know you're waiting out front. They will bring what you want outside or you can take a look at the cases and cases of treats inside. Once inside, the restaurant is one of few that still exist, transporting you to a bazaar, with multiple levels- it was hard to take it all in at once. I'll def be coming back after SIP to dine in at the restaurant as well. We went with classic walnut but there were 12+ flavors with and without chocolate. Reasonably priced for a tray, this would be a great idea to being to a potluck or give as a gift. 4.5 for the walnut, but I'm coming back to try pistachio! read more

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What a hidden treasure! I had a craving for baked goods, specifically baklava, and lo and behold this little gem was super close by. Located in an Egyptian restaurant, there are bakery cases full of both sweet and savory treats. For $20, you can mix and match your pick of eight of them or they sell them individually as well. The hazelnut baklava I was my favorite of the sweet ones that we got, and the savory ones were all really tasty. The flavors are inspired by different countries and I particularly enjoyed the one stuffed with greens, the fig and olive combo, and the tomato and falafel filled one. Fun flavors, safe pickup (there is no indoor seating currently at the restaurant so it was just us and a staff member at the cases), would definitely return and try more! read more

Bitchin' Baklava - A small selection of our takeout savory treats - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

GREATEST BAKLAVA I'VE HAD IN THE UNITED STATES. It is authentic and delicious. The owner is a lovely woman who was very accommodating. I checked the negative reviews of this place and they are so petty! Someone was shaming this busy for charging a paltry amount for a credit card. Who would shame a business which is just trying to survive during the pandemic? read more

So here's the scoop. The lady who works there is very pleasant. I believe she's the owner. And this isn't the first time I have been to this establishment. In fact, if you counted a referral to a friend who picked up a bunch of baklava for the both of us, this is my third time. The place is set up a bit differently than my first visit last year. (After restaurants opened for indoor dining, you walked in to order. Now the display case is directly in front of the door.) But today I brought a date. And so as not to embarrass my date or the owner, I kept my mouth zipped as to what occurred. Until now. I was only going to buy a few pieces, but my date was excited so I said we'd get the 8 for $20 deal. We chose our flavors - 4 for each of us. Then she asked how I'd be paying. I said by card, because frankly, who carries cash anymore?? She asked if I was able to pay with cash & my date offered me a $20. This was a date. And my treat. And I'm not going to borrow cash from a date. #Tacky At this point she said there's a $1.70 surcharge to use a credit card. Now, I know (& have for some time) that it's actually ILLEGAL for a store to charge a surcharge in 10 states. And California IS one of them. It's totally legal to give a discount for cash, but you CANNOT charge a fee to use a credit card (think gas stations). This goes back to 1985 when the law was enacted. In 2018, 5 small businesses sued at the 9th Circuit Court & won. BUT, the ruling ONLY applies to the five businesses mentioned in the lawsuit. Bitchin Baklava is NOT one of them. I've attached a screenshot of which states this practice is illegal. I will NO LONGER drive all the way to the avenues to be screwed by this business because she's not willing to follow the law. If she's too cheap to pay the card network's processing fees, she should only accept cash. Period. What's MORE is the law in the states where this is legal, the merchant must post about said fee AND show it as a separate charge on the receipt. So let's just PRETEND it's legal for her to charge a surcharge in California. She's STILL illegal AF! And yes. Even though it's only a $1.70, I will still dispute the charge!! And ya know what?? You should too!! Better yet, just avoid this business until she knows how to follow the law. read more

Bitchin' Baklava - It's ILLEGAL to charge a surcharge to use a credit card in California. - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing selection of hand pies and baklava you can get so much at a great price. This place is a hidden gem of Out Richmond and I hope it will stay part of the community forever. read more

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Really yummy! And vegan options!!! So delicious and very nice. Will be ordering again for special occasions

A chorus of angels...lightly crispy and not sticky, sweetly scented with rose and orange water...that is the baklava here! Not just "traditional" walnut but several other subtle and delicious flavors including cashew, hazelnut, and chocolate. Such a darling lady making and serving the treats. I can't wait to get back a try more baklava and the single serving pies! If the pies are as buttery delicious as the baklava, I will never leave. read more

Delicious Baklava. I liked the various options and of course, the friendly service is always nice.

Wow-cannot say enough good things about this place. The baklava is the most gorgeous thing I've ever seen and I just wantkeep eating it forever. On top of that the customer service was incredible and I was given a lot of wonderful suggestions. If you're in San Francisco you've got a try it especially if you're a baklava fan. read more

Bitchin' Baklava - Pecan and chocolate almond - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Awesome baklava Many options of nuts used Big hit to share at a dinner party Recommend this highly read more

The baklava is so delicious! The best I've tasted. My first time going to dinner on Saturday night (live music and belly dancing) and it was fantastic. The musicians played for an hour or so; belly dancing for about 20 minutes. Ambiance is very intimate and fun. Decor transports one to Egypt. Food took a while to arrive but was yummy. Service is fantastic. Would definitely recommend the experience! read more

This has been a godsend in the neighborhood during the pandemic! The woman that runs the butler bar portion of the restaurant is really nice. She makes both savory and sweet items and everything I've had has been delicious! She's super nice and and really hits the mark on making a really quality product this is the kind of business we need in the hood! read more

Love this little place. The chef is sooo nice and she makes savory pastries and sweet treats from across the whole region. Great variety in one shop! Ordered a couple of boxes for a party, it was packaged so nicely and it was a great hit. read more

Loved the baklava here! It's definitely geared more towards catering for parties and whatnot, but my boyfriend and I just went in to try some of the baklava ($3 for one). The owner is also super sweet. Definitely would recommend! read more

Great baklavas and cheap price! The savory baklava's were so good and really big. In my opinion all baklavas are worth $3.00. Love it, for sure going back! read more

I discovered this neighborhood treasure back in May of this year. The baklava is excellent and you have a variety to choose from. I also the size of the baklava is perfect....not too small like I have had elsewhere. The business owner is a real nice lady. read more