What is there to say? Some of the best pastries in California and therefore the world…read more The cookies are actually world class. Unreal

Diotima had been on my list for awhile so when I was around the area on a Friday morning, I decided…read moreto finally check them out! I got there around 10:45am and they still had a lot of pastries and everything looked so good! I decided to just order one thing for myself and what caught my eye was the Cookienish with was a cookie inside a danish. It was very interesting but yummy! The cookie was soft and the pastry just made sense. I did pay $6 for one pastry which is kinda steep but I also understand that they are freshly made. The service was also great and the employee helping me was patient as I decided what to buy. I want to come back and try other things and their drinks. Recommend checking it out!

The staff here are so nice! They have a good selection of mouthwatering pastries to choose from…read more I came here after lunch during the weekend and they still had a decent variety to choose from. Their Mille fuelle is delicious, just wish part of the pastry wasn't overcooked a bit. But overall yummy! Kougn amanns were decent as were the!other pastries. 10/10 would come here on a regular basis if I didn't live 45 min away!

Picked up a pistachio croissant and took it to go and it was absolutely delicious. The outer layer…read morehad a very nice crisp to it, the pistachios complement very well, and overall this was absolutely satisfying to eat. It had the perfect level of crunch and flakiness to it while maintaining a consistent pistachio filling. Best part is that the pistachio wasn't overwhelming and did not overtake the whole croissant. The workers were nice and friendly and the experience overall was great! Will be coming back when I'm in the area.

We used Saffron for a company functions. The breakfast burrito was the best we have ever had. The…read moreJalapeno cheese pastries were delicious. The sweet pastries were perfect. Pick up time was as agreed . Everything was wonderful.

Great little bakery in Aliso. I rarely write reviews but after getting home and enjoying my…read morepurchases it had to give my praises. 1. Pistachio Croissant. Great pistachio crème with healthy amt of pistachio. It didn't make it home... besides some of the buttery croissant left in the truck floors and under the seat. :-) 2. Coffee. Yeah it's coffee but it was good. 3. Saving the best to last.... Buy buy BUY the SOURDOUGH BREAD!!! I was lucky enough to snag a loaf that was as freshly baked on 7/4... 250th. Great flavor, not too light and not too heavy. Chewy = 5 stars Crust = 5 stars Sour = 5 stars Schat's like... yet dare I say better... Well done!

I used to manage the Chipotle right next door, so I stopped by this bakery quite often. The owners…read moreand their son have always been incredibly kind, welcoming, and appreciative of the neighboring businesses. Their son in particular is phenomenal and always made every interaction pleasant. The baked goods are fresh, delicious, and clearly made with care. While there was one interaction in the past that felt a little more business-focused than hospitality-focused regarding a mall discount, it was far from enough to take away from the overall experience this bakery consistently provides. Manager ( not the owners ) was upset I wasn't able to offer a mall discount when they were able too. Came to the point she would verbally say we wouldn't ( myself and crew members) wouldn't be receiving it. Personally not a big deal. Most I'd spend was 5-7$ and discount was less than a dollar. Still a phenomenal bakery At the end of the day, great ownership, great products, and great people. Small businesses like this deserve support, and I'm always happy to recommend them.

Fantastic food and drinks -- just plan ahead on busy mornings…read more Pandor Artisan Bakery and Café is a true local gem, especially if you love well-made drinks, crepes, and pastries done right. We visited on a Saturday morning around 9:30am, and while the place was very busy and lively, it's easy to see why it's so popular. Drinks: The honey lavender latte was excellent -- smooth, lightly floral, and not overly sweet. The Nutella cortado is also a standout and a great choice if you like something rich but balanced. Food: The chicken and mushroom crepe had great flavor and was very satisfying. The Romeo and Juliette crepe was absolutely delicious and easily one of the highlights of the visit. Pastries: The almond croissant and peach danish were my favorites -- flaky, fresh, and exactly what you hope for at a bakery like this. Because it was a peak Saturday morning, there was about a 15-minute wait to find a table, and ordering took another 20 minutes. My food came out fairly quickly, but my husband's order was unfortunately missed and didn't arrive until about 40 minutes later. That said, the woman running the place was an absolute sweetheart -- incredibly kind, apologetic, and genuinely attentive. She even offered us a free dessert to make up for the delay, which we really appreciated. The rest of the staff was also friendly and helpful despite how crowded it was. The space does get noisy when it's full, so it's not the most relaxing dine-in experience during peak hours. My advice: order online and take it to go -- this would be perfect for a picnic or a relaxed breakfast elsewhere. The food and drinks are absolutely worth it, and with a little planning, you'll have a great experience.

We moved walking distance and have heard amazing things about this cafe, so we wanted to know what…read morethe hype was about. We get it now!! From the start, you're welcomed with the fresh scent of baked bread, fresh pastries, and coffee. I ordered the Ronnie on rye and my husband ordered the eggs Benedict. We also ordered a half sweet vanilla latte and a caramel macchiato. Everything was delicious! My sandwich was, honestly, heaven. It was such a delicious twist on a breakfast item to have a hot pastrami sandwich with egg, cheese, hash brown, and extra Dijon. Being pregnant, this was perfect. I tried my husband's eggs Benedict and it was delicious, as well. The bun was so soft and fluffy and created a great base for the dish. Finally, the coffees were nicely balanced and my half sweet vanilla latte had just the right amount of flavor. This cafe is bustling for good reason! Almost every table was full and there were plenty of people inside ready for to-go orders. But, it didn't feel overwhelming and remained welcoming. There's plenty of seating outside so dont be deterred! All of the staff were working hard and were very polite. Can't wait to go back!

One of our favorite local bakeries! Lots of parking and outdoor seating. It's very clean and neatly…read moreorganized. All real ingredients and not overly priced. Went in to buy some cookies and also ended up with sourdough bread and granola. The young lady who assisted us was very sweet and offered to slice the bread for us too! Their cookies and pastries are really tasty. Hoping to try their breakfast soon. Til next time! Sourdough bread $5.95 Granola $5.95

First time experience. Great little family owned bakery/café with a family friendly atmosphere…read more Picked up some ham/cheese and spinach quiche's, lemon bar and some freshly made baguettes. Staff was friendly and respectful and location very clean. Everything purchased was freshly made and when prepared at home tasted great. The baguettes especially were amazing... I will definitely go back and highly recommend this business.

I finally got a chance to visit this place and I am so happy that I did…read more I was going to visit my 99 year old grandmother and wanted to get her some sweets on my way there. When I walked in, a kind lady greeted me and asked me what I would like to get. I told her that I am visiting my grandmother and what she recommends that are not too sweet and easy to chew for an elder. Everything that she recommended was delicious! She even gave couple of pastries on the house for my grandma to try which was so sweet and kind. When I got to my grandma's house, she tried a little bit of everything and enjoyed it! I could see if from the smile on her face. That day was the last day I saw my grandma well before she went to hospital 5 days later and passed away 3 days after that. But I am so happy that this bakery and especially the kind owner, gave me a chance to see my grandma enjoying the pastries and being all happy. I will never forget that day and I owe it to this bakery. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

I cannot say enough amazing things about Bahar Bakery! Even though I've been living in California…read morefor over a decade and have tried some of the best bakeries across Southern California, the Bay Area, and San Francisco, I have honestly never had a cake with this level of quality and deliciousness. The birthday cake they made for me was absolutely stunning -- the design was flawless, detailed, and beautifully executed. It looked like a true piece of art. But even more impressive was the taste. The cake was incredibly fresh, perfectly moist, and so flavorful without being overly sweet. Every single guest kept asking where it was from! Bahar Bakery truly exceeded all my expectations. Their craftsmanship, attention to detail, and flavor are unmatched. I highly, highly recommend them to anyone looking for a custom cake that is both breathtakingly beautiful and unbelievably delicious. Thank you for making my celebration so special!

Bahar Bakery provided delicious Persian desserts for our wedding! They arrived on time on beautiful…read moresilver trays and were a favorite among the guests! We had baklava, zoolbia & bamiah, almond cookies, and walnut cookies. Would recommend!

Great food! First time going there with a friend last week, had the best sandwiches I've eaten in a…read morelong time!

Friends got us takeout on a Sunday, and the goma matcha was still amazing. The matcha cream bread…read moreis massive! I like the filling and two layers; the bread itself was a little dry, but I liked it. I enjoyed the milk bread as always, even a day later (refrigerated just in case). The egg sando was generous on the egg (or maybe fitting given the price), and egg lovers will enjoy it. I liked it, but I will try the beef ones next time.