Came in on the weekend and barely missed the growing line. Cute little house store-front and small shop inside. Tables and seating outside if you wanted to enjoy your baked goods there. I purchased the pain au levain, in lieu of a baguette, for $12. The price is pretty steep for a loaf, but seems to be the going rate for these smaller boutique bake shops. The bread itself was warm when I purchased it, which was awesome. Enjoyed it with my coffee, but did find it to be a little doughy on the inside. Good flavor, but not something I would come back for. I'd rate it a solid 3.5. I also purchased the chocolate chip cookies. I think I completely went brain dead when I bought these, because I did read they were gluten-free and vegan, but still bought the pack of 6. Man, they looked like chocolate chip cookies, but didn't taste like chocolate to me, at all. For a regular chocolate chip cookie lover, it's a 1 star. For someone looking for a gluten-free and vegan cookie, this could be a winner. Maybe. read more

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Hello! You had me at absolutely charming! First of all, I've never been to Morro Bay and it was probably the only torrential rainy day in a Century. Being from Seattle, I'm nothing but used to the rain. But this little visit to the bakery warmed my heart. As we drove to the bakery we stopped at Morro Rock, , so I could actually see the amazing 23 million year old monolith. So fun to see the surfers out there! As we started driving into a neighborhood to get to the basket, I was like, "What? Am I going to Gramma's house?" And then, we pull into the freaking cutest little beach house with a garden that made the bleakest day make you feel like sunshine and rainbows. Upon entry, the baked spices and smells blow your olfactories! Yummm! We felt the young lady was very overwhelmed with all the baking!! And maybe our dumbfoundedness was overwhelming. Or maybe I was overwhelmed with so many amazing options and goodies!! She had just pulled something out of the oven. We ordered lemon curd and raspberry tarts, brownies, curry croissants, ham and cheese croissant, french onion soup croissant and some other cookie that someone snuck in on the sly. Sadly, there was no seating there, so we had to take everything to go. Luckily we were only 10 min away. Everything was epically delicious. Especially the flaky curry croissants!!!! They really know how to do it!!! If we had more time we would try their bread. I can't imagine what this place is like when it's peak season but it must be crazy! It is a must visit!!! read more

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Clean and cute little shop! Friendly service and welcoming atmosphere. The tart was delicious and fresh and the coffee was good. Stumbled upon this place looking for coffee but glad I did. Will definitely be coming by earlier in the day when there are more pastry selections! If you're looking for a cozy place for coffee and pastries then stop by! read more

Caliwala - Tart and Americano - Bakeries Near Me - Los Osos, California

Caliwala has mastered the art of bread making and pastries! Our family of four arrived craving baked goods and we left beyond satisfied! We ordered the cinnamon roll, lemon curd tart, apricot tart, almond shortbread cookie and Sonara loaf. Everything was delicious and the bakers clearly have a deep knowledge of how every ingredient interacts and affects the final product. Both their skill and use of premium ingredients came through with each bite. We will definitely return next time we are in the area! read more

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Got a loaf of their levain sour dough and a croissant. Both were really yummy though the croissant is really different from a french style croissant. Service was great and love the little front yard seating area. I will be returning soon! Best sour dough I have had for a very long time!! read more

Picked up both sweet and savory croissants - an almond and a Canadian bacon and cheddar. I think they were both sourdough as well. Both were flaky and crunchy. So filling. Wish we got there earlier to try their various bread offerings. Pretty much sold out by time we arrived. read more

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Lovely & charming tiny bakery that sells delicious & organic viennoiseries. The pain au chocolat was divine. They also sell adorable things like baby shoes that are handmade by women in Nepal. You gotta check the boulangerie, it's a gem. Check the hours! read more

Caliwala - They also sell adorable things like baby shoes that are handmade by women in Nepal. - Bakeries Near Me - Los Osos, California

Excellent food. We got the strawberry and cream cheese croissant as well as the gluten free sourdough bread. Cute little shop with sweet staff members. read more

Caliwala - Strawberry and cream cheese croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Los Osos, California

Very friendly, helpful customer service and super yummy plant-based, non-dairy options. I was beyond happy with my light, fluffy "everything" croissant and cronut. Also the cookies are 5 star. Ate too fast to take pics, so I'll be back again soon. The zen garden/front seating is a nice place to eat a treat and relax. read more

The homemade sourdough bread is excellent. We had our loaf with the yummy homemade lentil soup. What an amazing combo. Great pasteries and cookies. We were lucky there was no line and plenty of places to sit. read more

Caliwala Bakery is near the Beerwood restaurant and Los Osos & Baywood Park Farmers Market. It is an amazing bread shop. The cranberry walnut is our family's favorite. I like to use it to make a sandwich. We highly recommend you check out this bread shop if you are visiting this area, especially if you love sourdough bread. read more

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Sourdough croissants will ruin you for any other croissant! I also bought herbed sourdough and the family ate it up super quick. This place is a gem of Los Osos! read more

Really nice staff, delicious pastries. Haven't tried the breads yet but they look amazing!

Really good bread. Nice service. Not great that it's in a house but that's fine. Even though it's in a house the employees shouldn't wear a one piece pajama while working. read more

Nicest people and best chocolate croissants...well everything there is amazing. Wish they were open more hours but worth taking the time to drive there! read more

This place is what vegan dreams are made of! We arrived shortly after opening and everything was freshly baked. The aroma of fresh bread was mouthwatering. They have a good assortment of vegan options and our cookies were nice and hot! We will return during our stay to try their vegan tamale pie! The bakers were so helpful, warm, and friendly. Peace and love vibes for sure! Highly recommend for any and all visiting the Los Osos/Morro Bay Area. read more

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A must stop for all things fresh baked, even for my gluten-free gang! I didn't know this was the same baker/owner as the former bakery in this spot (I think it was just a name change). The baker was really pleasant and helped me chat through some options for my boyfriend (not gluten free) and me (very gluten free). The baker said his wife has been the catalyst behind the GF option, so if you're reading this, thank you! My partner got the traditional pain au levain loaf, a sourdough croissant, and I got two chocolate chips cookies (GF and made with cashew milk) and an empanada. Don't sleep in...their loaves go fast. In my opinion, the bread was very affordable, and a great purchase. Yum! They also have other little snacks and cupboard items. There is outside seating, and plenty of parking space on the road. read more

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They Primarily serve sourdough loaves, but they do have some savory and sweet choices like stuffed croissants and tarts. The staff are very friendly and the pastries are delicious. I ordered a French onion croissant, but wasn't happy with how dark it was, they replaced it with no problem for a curry croissant which was delicious. Its a small place, so they have seating outside with some tables as long as the weather is nice thats no problem. The prices are decent. A little pricey however they are serving organic fresh made pastries that are clearly made with skill and care. Overall I highly recommend you give the place a try. read more

Local Take: Amazingly adorable place & owner! Home baked goodness here. This tiny but mighty place in a cute "two horse town" is not to be missed. The owner curated selections are unparalleled in fine taste! They are even happy to bake special orders with more than a two day notice. C-19 safe & friendly. Since it is at the very end of town on the left corner [coming in from the 101 that is] , it is all too easy to miss. It is diagonally across the way from the famous The Range restaurant....which is also a must. They do really great updates on their FB page, with all the goodies that they plan for special occasions or just for the heck of it. The owner is a hoot, has a wonderful personality, and it is a pleasure just to go here for a chat. She takes great pride in being the gourmet deli in this tiny place. It is miraculous as to the quality that one can find here. Almost everywhere one glances, you see examples of fine taste. Of course, if you are going points South [like to far away Pozo] or East [like Carizzo], this is the last stop before many dozens of miles of nothing but sightseeing. So...you need to gas up before you even get to Santa Margarita, left alone further. Here at this Deli, you can definitely find some picnic or other snacks to help on your trip. For those who are not local, Pozo is way past Santa Margarita Lake, and the almost ghost town is basically closed on weekdays....so do not expect anything but nice views. Pozo has a saloon which used to be a stagecouch stop as was Santa Margarita, but it is closed on weekdays....as is the wine tasting room for Vintage Cowboy. Vintage Cowboy is super cool. Also for those who do not know, the East Rd. all the way toward Carizzo Preserve is very long & windy. The are absolutely no facilities until you hit the Park & even that is iffy. Most times, there are few wildflowers around and people waste their time driving to the middle of nowhere for almost nothing & getting carsick in the process. I happen to sometimes enjoy the middle of nowhere, devoid of people. After getting to one bloom after all the flowers died, I had a surreal but wonderful drive up the forgotten road of Bitterwater, were I only saw rolling hills, ravines, cows, brown dead flowers, & no humans for dozens of miles. It was like being on Mars & it cleared the mind. In any case, Caliwala is a great Oasis before 1/2 day adventure toward points East, South, or even North...following the railroad. It is even a nice stop before or after hitting the "grade" as locals call the Cuesta grade above SLO-town on the 101. I welcome you to read up on the amazing history of this area. Tiny SM-town also offers a nice kid's playground, a zip line deal over vineyards & ancient Oyster fossils, & wine tasting at Ancient Peaks. For such a tiny place, it has a lot to offer. Caliwala really has both Character & good eats! Enjoy! read more

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The croissants were excellent. Their gluten-free options were delicious. The lady who took care of us was friendly and made some great recommendations on what to try. read more

GF cookies are so amazing! My husband who is not celiac loved them as much as me! Friendly owners and such a quaint bakery read more

Love the sourdough breads here! They even had a gluten free one. My husband and enjoyed a garlic one and we also bought some gluten free cookies and he comment that the peanut butter one was the best he had ever had! read more

Stop whatever you're doing and go here. The smell of fresh baked bread alone is worth it.

Rye bread is like my parents purchased in Detroit at a bakery in the 1950's but I think better. I have enjoyed several of the special loafs like "citrus/ tumeric/everything "and others. The deserts are also excellent and for those who cannot tolerate gluten they have a few breads for you. It is special to live in a community with such great Artisans! read more

Love this business. Great bakery for all your needs. Friendly and courteous service. There is certainly a passion shown in all their goods.

Had never noticed, so didn't know this cute little deli market was there. However, while it is tucked back a bit from the street, don't miss the opportunity to step inside for a few to check out how visually interesting it is, as well as to chat with the gracious manager. Caliwala (details regarding the name's origin are somewhat fuzzy) is what I imagine an old-time family neighborhood corner market / notions shop used to be: filled to the brim, but soothing and quaint; offering everything from deli items to unique gifts and souvenirs. Was in a rush when I went in to buy something from them that was out of stock everywhere else in a 20-mile radius, but I plan on returning and will just take my time perusing this fascinating little place. read more

This is the former Pagnol Bakery now under the ownership of Marcus and Erin. They have done a terrific job since taking over the bakery. The "go to" for me is the jalapeño cheddar loaf...my daughter is a fan of the walnut cranberry loaf. Both are amazing! But what I really liked today was the fresh ham and cheese croissant that I picked up this morning for breakfast. It was very fresh and warm and tasty! Also new to me were the cookies now baked here, some are gluten free and vegan. I especially enjoyed the peanut butter cookie. read more

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Best Sourdough croissant ever. Super cute tables outside, so you could have a bit of breakfast while enjoying the morning air. read more

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I really, really wanted to like this place. But it fell a little flat for me. We had the lemon and white chocolate croissant, a raspberry tart, and a mango peach hand pie. They tasted okay. It's a really cute shop with plenty of outdoor seating. They were very nice and welcoming. I haven't tried their loaves yet! I'll give it another try when I'm back in town. read more

This is the quintessential off the beaten path store. If you are on a road trip, or just out for a drive, I suggest you stop by and give yourself time to have a look around. Ranging from beer and food, to crafts and art, you'll find yourself wondering what's around the next corner. The staff were very friendly, and promptly asked if they could help me find anything. Sandwiches, baked goods, good beer selection...can't say much else. Definitely worth stopping in, regardless of if you are or aren't looking for something. read more

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Absolutely the best bread and pastries I've ever had! The quality and creativity of this team is exceptional. Worth the trip every time. The sourdough rye is my favorite along with the chocolate croissants and the cinnamon buns are ridiculous! The ginger molasses cookies are a must as well. Yummmmm!!! read more

So glad we ventured out to this super sweet shop while staying in Cambria. Heavenly croissants. The cinnamon bun with the hint of garam masala is the kind of thing I wish I could eat every day. We also got a loaf of citrus cranberry bread and I am surprised and delighted by how much citrus flavor is present. Lovely staff. We'll be back. What a gem! read more

picked up two loaves. they were delicious. cute little home bakery in Los Osos. we bought a loaf of sourdough and i was looking for a walnut raisin but they were out she offered a frozen one she had in the back for 1/2 price. since we were traveling i let it thaw out in the car. and it was fantastic read more

Caliwala Bakery is probably the best hidden gem on the central coast! It's vibe is quaint and feels like the embodiment of Baywood. It's unique, fun, special, and warmly inviting. Erin and Marcus bake and curate incredible small batch, organic baked goods and savory items. They offer a large variety of freshly baked breads and today we took home the special loaf of the day Sun-dried Tomato and Parmesan! I was also lucky enough to try their newest cookie: A ginger, molasses cookie that was both savory and sweet with hints of garam masala and spicy ginger. My 2 year old daughter was also OBSESSED with their Chicken Tamale Pie, pair with a local ripe avocado and you've got the perfect meal that you won't want to share. read more

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The staff/owners were incredibly friendly. The shop is so cute and they were so helpful to provide help in deciding what of the most amazing looking things we should go home with! The onion soup sourdough was the best thing ever! read more

Every time I come to town, I've got to make a stop here. On my recent trip I noticed the name changed and discovered it was under new ownership. If I understand correctly the lead baker is now the owner! So the quality is the same wonderful thing you'd expect. But I can't say it's exactly the same. The service was 100000% more pleasant and welcoming. The bread and treats were always enough to draw me back, but I didn't come for the friendly personalities, if you know what I mean. But now I'll come for the bread AND the smiles read more

Such a cute little store in the heart of Santa Margarita! It's in the downtown area (closer to the end of the downtown) and it carries a lot of cute local items including honey, handmade jewelry, cookies and kombucha! The kombucha is locally made and it is available on tap! I personally came here for the cookies. My favorite was the oatmeal toffee but my mom loved the peanut butter one. They also have an almond shortbread cookie made with almond flour. It tasted healthier than the normal flour shortbread cookies. It's a great spot for food and small gifts. They have fresh bread and also premade sandwiches in the fridge. If you are in the area, it's worth a stop! read more

Came to this cute little place twice while staying at an Air BNB in Los Osos. The almond croissant is SO good, and you're going to want the chocolate chip cookies. We'll be back on our next visit to the area. read more

Outstanding bread and a wonderful owner/baker. I go up Morro Bay 3 times a year and this is always my last stop on the way out of town to stock up on their wonderful bread. read more

What an absolute gem!!!! The almond croissant was perfect! And they make them with the sourdough starter. The beef empanadas were very satisfying. Nice flavor and a healthy portion of filling. The rosemary olive loaf with butter was so good I didn't even wait to get home before I ripped a piece off, dipped it butter and stuffed my face with it. Oh and they grind their flour in house. What a special place. I'm looking forward to weekly loafs and sweet treats. Great job guys!!! read more