You order via kiosk when you enter. This is for our to go order: DUCK FAT FRIES with LEMON GARLIC AIOLI, The PURIST (WAGYU ROAST BEEF), The WARM PASTRAMI & CHEESE on SOURDOUGH, And a VANILLA LATTE. Everything thing was delicious and a must order. We immediately ate the warm pastrami since it was warm. It could be warmer, there were parts that were still cold, but it was still delicious. We shared the duck fat fries, it was so good, we can order our own next time. There is plenty of seating inside and some outdoor seating in front. Parking is easy and plentiful. They do have a living wage/health care service charge of 3.9%. read more

I like their ordering and payment screens that you use upon entering , for ease of ordering and no employees handling the food ever touches my payment. The quality of the meat, bread they bake themselves, and ingredients is high quality. The meat tender and such, so i have no complaints about quality. The portions are small. I paid $5 for french fries and received about one small potato cut into fries overly cooked and browned. My first thought "could they spare it! One small potato!mAND brown!" And not good crispy brown-- that's why I didn't take them back because they might be crispy so I tried them. Of course after eating a couple there were so few left I couldn't return them. They definitely should give two and three times the amount of fries and not cook them so hard. The sandwich size was ok to smaller than expected for the price and the lemonade was also in a smaller than expected cup-- all for $35 bucks! read more

When we walked in, the door didn't close all the way and the girl told my son to close their door. He did but it was kind of rude since they didn't even turn the ac on. It was really hot inside. I ordered on their kiosk, I ordered donut holes, tomato soup, and an iced mocha. While we waited another employee walked in and she was rude, not customer service oriented at all. I got the soup first followed by the mocha. The girl forgot the donut holes, and then finally gave it to us. The soup was okay, the mocha was not, nor the donut holes. Don't waste your money here, it doesn't seem like they appreciate business or customers. read more

Lol - How difficult is it to quickly order a mocha with whip here? Well, first navigate a lengthy kiosk menu and place your order completely on your own since the humans walking around don't want to interact or take your order, then have the barista tell you there is no whip and the other barista chime in that there is, it's just somewhere else, THEN the proprietor keeps telling you to basically go somewhere else to wait for your order and THEN find that we, the patrons, are paying for their healthcare - see receipt. I tried coming here a year ago during business hours but was turned away on that visit because they had "run out of bread" by the same young gentleman proprietor. Clearly this place isn't for me and that's fine. The mocha was average at best. read more

Breadsong - Living wage health care service charge LOL - Bakeries Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

I was quite pleased with this little sandwich shop in Carmel. I was impressed by their wide variety of sandwiches. I ordered the Caprese sandwich (and added turkey to it), and a friend ordered the Bahn Mi sandwich and we were both happy with our choices. The burrata on the Caprese was fabulous, paired with the balsamic reduction and tomatoes was delicious. Liked adding turkey for a little extra protein but definitely didn't need it. I appreciated that they had good indoor seating if you are wanting a quick/nice lunch in, or also very easy to take to go or eat in the outdoor area. Nicer than your typical sandwich shop, and yummy combinations. read more

Breadsong - Bahn Mi Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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They have the worst service and staff is not friendly at all. I asked them to change my order from Dine-in to To-go and the lady gave me a look but no acknowledgement. It took me more than half an hour to get a simple grill cheese sandwich..the price is also high for the portion and then I got my tomato soup in a disposable coffee cup..like seriously!! And then I had to ask for a spoon...what was the wait and money worth for....I would never recommend this place. They also seem like racially discriminating business as they were not interested in entertaining a lady with hijab... read more

Best turkey sandwich. Shaved turkey and shaved Swiss with diced pickles tomatoes etc. soooo good! Nice for a quick lunch in a clean and pleasant cafe! read more

This place is a must every time we visit the Monterey area! Their coffee is brewed perfectly, which my husband appreciates, and they have fresh squeezed oj for me! And I mean FRESH - it's pressed when you order it! Their sandwiches are some of the best I've ever had - rightfully so, since they're made on their house-baked bread! The thanksgiving turkey sandwich is my favorite! Yummy! read more

I was extremely disappointed in Breadsong. The concept is great and I will say the food was high quality, but not worth the high prices and poor quality service. My husband and I came for lunch on our trip to Carmel since we were staying across the street. Like many visitors, we were unfamiliar but heard good things. The staff working greeted us but gave no direction of where or how to order. We saw the screens so that's where we ordered. The selection was extremely limited - only one hot sandwich and three cold. I searched all over the menu but couldn't find the famous fries or a small side like chips to go with our sandwiches. Based on the hefty price of the sandwiches I hoped some kind of side would come with them... but no, the sandwiches come alone, which we realized when we received them from the manager. That's also when we realized the customer service was terrible. The manager brought our sandwiches out without any napkins and informed us with a rude attitude she would be changing our ticket for our drinks. The menu had the option of coke, and having seen the Mexican coke bottles in the fridge (but no specific differentiations on the menu on our screen or a soda fountain in sight) I grabbed two bottles. The manager gave my husband and I a rude look when I did and whispered something to the staff. She later informed us she'd be changing our ticket because we selected fountain cokes, apparently. I let it go but the attitude and overall poor customer service was very upsetting. In all we paid more than $60 for 2 sandwiches and 2 cokes and a bad attitude. The bread was delicious and sandwiches were good - hence the 2 star review - but we will not be returning or recommending this establishment. read more

At first I was a bit taken aback by the price of a sandwich at Breadsong, even though the restaurant has a great rating and reviews on Yelp, which I usually use to help guide my dining options. BUT, I was craving a really good sandwich, so I decided to splurge and treat myself to The Purist: a Wagyu beef sandwich made on sourdough bread. I used the restaurant's online ordering feature, since I wanted to do takeout. I'm glad I did, because the in-store model is fast-casual, and I'm not a huge fan of that type of service. I did notice a couple dining-in for lunch at an adjacent restaurant space. I took my sandwich along on a day trip to Point Lobos, and trust me when I say - that sandwich held up nicely in my backpack for a couple hours before I stopped to take a lunch break. It was worth the wait, and SO satisfying. The bread was amazing, the flavors of the meat, cheese, onions and mayo all complimented each-other wonderfully. I can't wait to come back and try some of their other sandwiches :) I recommend you treat yourself and give them a try! read more

Breadsong - Purist Sandwich with Wagyu beef - Bakeries Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

You order at the kiosk, they don't take orders at the counter. They have seating, if you do dine in they find you and bring your food to the table. We tried Turkey sandwich and wagyu roast beef. They were both really good, highly recommend. I also had the lavender latte and it did not disappoint. read more

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Delicious breakfast spot. Americano was delicious and hot but not served boiling like many other coffee shops. The soft scrambled sandwich was tasty. Avocado toast could have had more avocado on it (it had just as much as the egg sandwich!). The donuts are awesome. KlLLER sourdough! read more

I'm surprised this place doesn't have better reviews because the sandwiches, coffee, and fries my husband and I ordered here were seriously incredible. Everything was super fresh. The girl up front (younger, wearing a lot of jewelry, dark hair) provided great service. read more

Food is overpriced and service is slow and rude. Can't order a half sandwich. You get what you get type of place. Would not recommend.

Very satisfying lunch stop! We sat outside with our dog but think inside tables were open as well. There was a musician playing, not sure if he's a regular. duck fat fries - delish although our batch wasn't crispy hot pastrami and cheese on sourdough - too salty for me, even for pastrami, but lovedddd the sourdough wagyu burnt ends on featherlight roll - not very meaty, but enjoyed the mix of flavors and textures. The roll didn't impress, I just kept thinking about the sourdough.. Very intrigued about the CBD, though afraid to commit to a whole sandwich. read more

Breadsong - Duck fat fries, warm pastrami, wagyu burnt ends - Bakeries Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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Highlight of this place is quality over quantity, that said... plenty to fill you up. Went with the chicken Parm on the recommendation of the worker, so glad I did! super flavorful. Bahn Mi was amazing too. Perfect location for lunch and then a drive along the coast. read more

Breadsong - Chicken Parm and beef Bahn Mi sandwiches - Bakeries Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Still my favorite sandwich in town, especially the classic Turkey or the classic roast beef. Grilled cheese with tomato bisque is my kid's favorite now. Delicious bread and homemade aiolis. Fries extra dark is my preference . Filtered water and cappuccinos are my standard drinks. We usually eat in but also get it to go (no fries to go as they get soggy) read more

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ポイントロボスの帰りに寄りました。雰囲気の良いカフェです。 French Dip（和牛のローストビーフのサンドイッチ。アメリカで久しぶりに薄切り肉を見ました）、Wagyu Burnt Ends（和牛のサイコロステーキに、トマトやピックルドオニオンなどがのっているサンドイッチ）をいただきました。とても美味しかったです！トマトのビスクスープもクリーミーで体が温まりました。 おすすめです。 read more

It's pricey but I suppose you should know as you are in Carmel. I would say, if you are starving and are looking for volume, be prepared to pay for it. But that being said, what I did order was great. You just order at a screen in front and they bring the food over to you at a table you can just pick and sit at. I went for breakfast with my boyfriend and split the fries with him , which was a struggle since it felt like a small serving. We also got the donut holes which I would not get again personally but it was cool to say I tried a duck fat donut at least. Didn't see that different from a general donut. My boyfriend said the sandwich tasted much better than it looked - and no complaints on coffee. read more

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I'm a local. Frequent Bi-Rite Market in Monterey, excellent sandwiches and greatest family shop in the area, but have wanted a good sandwich closer to my house in Carmel. I shop at Safeway in the Crossroads and figured I'd grab a sandwich at Breadsong. Love Banh Mi's. However, for $21.00 plus tip it is a joke. Tried it twice, but will never go back. Been in twice and ordered from the pad and the only words i have heard out of an employee were my order number or name. read more

Breadsong - Not very much meat! - Bakeries Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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I had ordered the duck fat donut and the burnt ends wagyu sandwich online and went to pick it up in store. Firstly, I think the staff were very kind but they were definitely slammed and overwhelmed. I had to wait a while to pick up my food, even though it was right there in the counter, because of the chaos behind the counter. The seating in the back looked calm and inviting, but I wish the front was as calm and collected. It was crowded with people ordering and picking up orders and getting water. The duck fat donut was pretty mid. Great concept, warm, and well sugared but it was over priced. I didnt expect the donut to taste savory or duck-ish, but the taste is not worth the price. If I didnt know it was fried in duck fat, it could have been a regular donut. The burnt ends wagyu sandwich as decent but too oily. The flavor was tasty and smokey, but either the bread could not handle the oil content or the wagyu was really just too oily. Either way, it was a mess to eat and the eating experience overshadowed the taste. Conclusion: I think I'd try breadsong again, probably as a sit down, but I'm not going outta my way to come back anytime soon. read more

Improbably expensive and yet a tiny bit of meat in each sandwich. Menus only on POS machines so every single person needs to read the entire thing each time. Rude staff that ignored my daughter for 5 minutes straight while she was in front of them asking for napkins, we had to go track her down when she didn't return. 1* read more

A bread song does not come cheap but has definitely been worth the price. I've never been disappointed here. Try the cbd don't be afraid. read more

Been here 3-4 times and EVERY single time these workers are VERY rude one of the workers talked to me as if I was stupid! Very disrespectful I'm not sure how they survive here in Carmel with this kind of service. Inside is small and crowded when trying to order on the self service machines their food is good but it isn't great enough to continue coming back. I came back because I work few stores over and it's convenient to grab a donut but today was the last straw. I won't be back and I'm definitely going to let others know how rude and unwelcoming they are! read more

Nice outdoor patio shaded. Cute area. Just split a sandwich...was pretty good. But too much mayo so be sure to tell them to go light on it.

We came here on a Saturday after the lunch rush, around 2:30. I find the ordering system impersonal and that not all menu items match. I'm not sure if they ring people out normally when it's busy, but there were 3 people behind the counter when we walked in and we were told to use the computer. I thought that was weird. We split the spicy chicken parm sandwich and got a couple of carbonated drinks. The bread of the sandwich was superb, the chicken itself was an odd consistency, and the aioli mixed in was delicious. So, all in all, kind of a hit, kind of a miss. I got a cherry/Bavarian cream croissant to go and while it was very good, for $6 it could have used some kind of cherry drizzle in the middle. It just had several chopped cherries on top on a plain croissant with cream in the middle. When I asked for a to-go box, the woman working behind the counter had a pretty annoyed attitude about it. As other reviewers have commented, the 22% living wage fee is kind of a joke. If I'm told to order on a computer and you want me to give you more money for service, then serve. Don't make people use a computer to order. Overall, I don't know if I'd recommend the menu here, but would stop in for a loaf if on vacation again in the area. read more

Went today and got the Turkey Sandwich to go. Best Turkey sandwich I have ever had. Will be back often. Great place

Trust me, go and get the pastrami, as is. It is a work of art! The pastrami and bread are so fresh and the lemon-garlic aioli is phenomenal with it. Staff was nice. Plenty of sitting inside and outside. Will def be a go to whenever I am adventuring in the area. read more

Breadsong - Pastrami Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

One bite of the bread and you'll understand why this place is called Breadsong. And yes, it is because the heavenly sounds you hear after biting in. This was some of the freshest and softest - yet still crunchy bread I've had. Sandwiches were quite tasty, and that wasn't just because of the bread. They had awesome aiolis and sauces that added flavor and complexity to the sandwiches. I went with the Wagyu burnt ends sandwich as I was sold by the pickled onions and arugula. The burnt ends were quite sweet, so the pickles and onions were the perfect ingredients to balance it out and cut the sweetness. I didn't love the burnt ends, some of the pieces were a bit hard, but overall the sandwich as a whole was really good. I think if this had come with the shaved wagyu, then it would've been 5 stars for me. Sandwiches are pretty pricey, for 2 it was about $40 - so more of a special occasion sando than your everyday sandwich. They were pretty large and filling though. Outdoor seating was available. read more

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Very expensive for the quality of food. Sandwich was cold and seemed like it had been premade but just heated up. Fries sauce seemed curry like yet wasn't supposed to be curry flavored. Salad was just OK and again not worth the money read more

I stopped in after passing this place on multiple occasions. I don't generally buy sourdough bread because we make it at home but I would buy a loaf of their bread. It is delicious. The turkey sandwich I had was good. Not spectacular, but tasty. I ordered an Arnold Palmer to wash it down. Nice. Though the iced tea used was from a bottle, not fresh brewed. The order came very quickly, on a real plate, and the service was courteous and friendly. With tax and 12% tip that came to $27.93. I would really put what I had in the $15 to $17 range. While I was in, I overheard the owner telling a customer that they try to not sell too many loaves of their bread since they can make so much more money by using their bread on sandwiches. I believe it! This place becomes a steak restaurant in the evening. I had thought I might be interested in trying it as well. I kind of don't think so now, just based on value of what I received on this sandwich and drink alone. It's too bad. If they were to lower their price point slightly it would be hard to stay away. read more

Dropped in while looking for lunch. I'm sort of confused, as this place seems to have two names: "Breadsong", and something about "steakcraft" on the signage. Food is fantastic and well executed. The sandwiches on house-made sourdough are crazy good. I'm regretting not getting the sandwich that includes chicken & bacon on a sugar donut fried in duck fat. It haunts me. The salad we got was a work of art and fantastic. Service was very friendly and competent. Parking is super easy, prices are in line for the area. My one gripe is the model of ordering on a kiosk instead of from one of the friendly humans. I know, it's probably cost effective, but it felt like being at a Panera instead of an upscale eatery, and detracted from the experience for me. If that type of thing doesn't bother you, then consider this a five star review, because everything else was great. read more

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Went for a late breakfast. Espresso drinks were fine but drip coffee was horrible- both burnt and lukewarm/cool. My son thought the pale, watery scrambled eggs were from powdered eggs and there was way too much aioli on the breakfast sandwiches. Very expensive for bad food. However, we found the staff friendly and the shop itself cute and cozy. read more

The food was really good but you have to punch in on a computer when you get there. And nobody checks on you. And pricey. Sad no servers read more

Hands down one of the best turkey sandwiches I have ever had! Highly recommend! I'm just sad I've been coming to car week and didn't try this sooner read more

Delicious sandwiches featuring awesome fresh bread, what's not to like? Came here with my wife and enjoyed the sandwiches so much we came back the next day. The Purist was delicious, and even the Classic Turkey was a treat. I loved how they paired the sandwich protein with the right garnishes. Duck fat fries on the menu was also a treat. Definitely a go to spot for us the next time we're back in Carmel! read more

Breadsong - Turkey Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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Most people: "I miss human interaction and I want to order with a cashier." Me: "Contactless online ordering, QR code, kiosk ordering...ALL day e-v-e-r-y day!" I rather not deal with people and I'm sure the same is true with most restaurant industry folks because they have it REALLY rough. The only exception? When I'm walking around like the Verizon guy trying to get a WiFi connection. I was connected to Breadsong's WiFi connection but it took walking around the outdoor perimeter of the shop with my phone pointing to the sky trying to get a stronger connection. It took 3-4 tries for my order to go through and I had to stand in front of the entrance to do so. Totally, feel the frustration of other customers... Breadsong NEEDS better WiFi stat! Breadsong caught my eye during a recent staycation in Carmel...it looked liken a hip, new-skool bakery+bistro and I'm here for that. During my visit in September, they were open for takeout and outdoor dining only. Not sure if indoor dining has resumed since then. O R D E R I N G (1) Order ahead via Toast. (2) Kiosk. (3) Scan QR code on each table. After placing your order, your order will be brought out to your table. M E N U * Breakfast: Sandwiches and toasts. * Lunch: Salads and sandwiches. All day: Pastries, cookies, chocolates, etc. All breads are housebaked. For drinks, they have tea, coffee, juice, bottles drinks, beer, wine, and sake. F O O D * Duck Fat Sugar Donut ($4): https://tinyurl.com/yx7f96bu The donut was airy and fluffy soft but TBH, I couldn't really tell it was fried in duck fat (premade and sitting on the counter). Maybe it was the dusting in sugar that masked the richness? * Duck Fat Fries ($4): https://tinyurl.com/638ddy64 Now, this is what I'm talking about! Fresh out-of-the-fryer, the matchstick fries were hot and crispy, and you can taste the umami richness from the duck fat. Would taste so much better if the fries were thicker tho. * Burnt Ends Wagyu w/ arugula, dill pickle, pickled red onion, cherry tomatoes, creamy steak sauce, house featherlight roll ($19): https://tinyurl.com/49t3wfwd and https://tinyurl.com/2ndcva2y *** Add extra meat (+$5) *** Add fontina ($1.50) *** Add avocado ($3) Considering this ended up being a $28.50 sandwich (shared this), this was such a letdown. Starting with the burnt ends, they were a mix of semi-tender and dry+tough+stringy pieces. Maybe that's why they used so much "creamy steak sauce" which was more like bbq sauce; not creamy at all. Their featherlight roll is like a French baguette, similar to what's used for a bánh mì. It was not toasted so it got soggy from the sauce. Where's the fontina?! There was like a sprinkle. And, the $3 avocado?! Several thin slivers that you couldn't even taste. * Path Water ($3) Still purified water with electrolytes served in a reusable aluminum bottle. They also have complimentary self-serve water near the entrance. S E R V I C E Contactless ordering. The food runner was very kind. A 25+ sandwich order came through so someone came out to tell us there will be a delay but they'll try to make our sandwich in between the large order. They brought out the donut and fries within minutes so we can nosh on something while waiting for our sandwich. A M B I A N C E Comfortable, distanced outdoor seating. All open-air...no heat lamps or umbrellas. Indoor dining area looked trendy minimalist with a foil ceiling. P A R K I N G Pretty easy parking in the The Crossroads Carmel Plaza. Overall, Breadsong seemed promising but other than the duck fat fries and kind staff, it was underwhelming and expensive ($50.46 for one sandwich, donut, fries, and water w/ 20% tip). read more

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Some things were great here. Some things were not good at all. When we entered, we were pointed to a kiosk to order. Not much of a pleasant greeting. We ordered our food and followed the waitress to our table where we had to go through this awkwardly narrow path to the dining area. The ambiance was nice. The table was very high in relation to the seat. There were 4 of us. We all liked the food. We were not given napkins and had to ask twice for them. When we asked for boxes to go, we were forgotten about. We all thought the same thing about our experience. It had such potential, but failed on several levels. Unfortunately, because of this, none us will return. read more

Fabulous breakfast stop. They are now open at 9am six days a week! The scrambled eggs are the best I've ever had - and a side for $5 is arguably the best deal in Carmel too. Wonderful lattes, bacon and avocado sides too. And the au jus beef sandwich is my latest lunch addiction. Over the moon! The new kiosks are reasonably easy to use, even for a vintage non-digital Carmelite like me. Highly recommend if you like great food. Nice staff and thoughtful owners doing what they love. Worth the wait and be sure to enjoy the world class landscape photography on the walls in the back dining room too. Meditative and good spiritual energy. Recharge body and soul with great art and delicious food. Glad to have this place with easy parking near the Carmel Rancho Safeway to recommend! Definitely a local gem. read more

If you want to wait 25 or 30 minutes for one single sandwich, have them mess up your order, and be rude and refuse to fix it, then this is your place. And If you make a mistake and hit a wrong button on their machine, they won't help you remedy it or offer a solution even after you offer to buy the missing item separately. They just tell you to buy an entirely new completely overpriced 25$ sandwich. It's actually bizarre. Truly incompetent and rude staff. Most of these positive reviews have to be friends and family of the establishment. Stay away. read more