An updated review as of 2026. Haven't been since their store was just a tiny one and that was years ago, I'm excited that they have expand their bakery with more seating and love the huge display of bake goods (I didn't get to take a picture of it on this visit but I'll update soon). They are always busy and I don't blame them. Now that I work up the street, I'm making it my mission to treat my staff at work with some of these heavenly goods. Services were quickly, lots of staff and I'm just amaze how fast they work. Food. OMG! It was crispy and fluffy, the layers and THE CUSTARD....I could eat a whole jar of it if I could. Made my staff pretty happy on the sweet treat, and to some a better day. The pastries I got was a mixed berry bateau (2) and (1) Limoncello Tiramisu (DEVINE). Can't wait to come and for more. 10/10 read more

Chaupain Bakery - limoncello tiramisu - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Haven't found the perfect Kouign Amann since a private French baker had a pop-up sale in San Mateo 4 years ago. Despite trying so many since then, between here and even Paris, they've just been total flops. It's crazy how many variations there are, from doughy to bready to basically just a croissant. Have to say Chaupain's, which I found at the Cardiff 101 farmer's market, was AMAZING. I wish I had bought more than one; I had just been disappointed so many times, and Paris was the last straw for me lmao! Service in the tent was super friendly and he was surprised I knew was a Kouign Amann was. If you're a butter/sugar/pastry fan, you'll love their Kouign Amann (Queen amann) read more

They expanded their store!!! It has now been 3 weeks and they have more seatings inside and outside!!! Really feels like a french café now!!! As a French citizen I approved their baked goods! Their croissant is as authentic as it is in Paris! I am super happy that they came here in San Clemente! They used to only come every Saturday for farmers Market and only have their pain au chocolat, croissants and Quiche but having a café is so much better! I don't need to drive as far and just do my morning walk and get their freshly baked goods! The staff are so friendly and so nice! The ambiance is great! Love hearing French classic music! Makes it really feel homie! Highly recommend as the food are all freshly baked and the samples are always a great addition! read more

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Just a comment - I come here very often. Normally have to wait for tables to be bused - today on the patio on the street, There are five tables that need to be bused . Please make this aware of your employees. While I was sitting here, enjoying my afternoon coffee and pastry two girls came out and each clean one table. Then finally a young lady( with a nose ring )came with a dish pan & cleaned all the tables read more

Chaupain Bakery - Cappuccino and pastry - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

I was in the mood for a cappuccino, and decided to stop by this French-inspired bakery. I appreciate how their bread is made fresh, and all the lovely looking pastries. I didn't get to try one this time around, but will surely do, next time. Turns out they don't make cappuccinos here, but Angus, who was cheerfully working at the front (greeted absolutely everyone!), was kind enough to make me a latte with extra foam as a replacement. It was perfect! The drink made my first ever visit to downtown San Clemente that much more enjoyable! read more

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They've recently expanded. More space inside and products to purchase. Came for a lunchtime bite. The food is always on point no matter what I get! The veggie sandwich was so fresh and delicious. Crisp fresh vegetables and perfectly crusty baguette bread with a light side salad. The Brioche French toast was fluffy and flavorful and fries were perfectly thin and crispy. Good service. read more

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Chaupain bakery is a husband and wife team in San Clemente. It's very inviting and has a beautiful indoor and outdoor space . They offer great breads, pastries, quiches , breakfast and lunch. The staff is very polite and welcoming . We ordered Shakshuka de Tunis , pistachio Croissant and coffee. Everything was delicious. We purchased a multigrain bread to go . I highly recommend this bakery. read more

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We were pleasantly surprised at the expansion of this bakery which now includes indoor and outdoor seating. We haven't had an opportunity to have breakfast or lunch here, but we have tried their sourdough bread and pastries. I purchased a large loaf of sourdough bread for $14 an Apricot Danish and a Chocolate Elfroy Croissant. The pastries here are absolutely delicious with the perfect amount of filling and crisp. The bread is fresh and there is a variety of breads including dessert breads along the wall. Service was friendly and I'll be back to enjoy their outdoor seating. read more

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This place is amazing! I am very hard to please when it comes to desserts and pastries. I got a croissant with some kind of cream in it with fruit on top that was delicious. The raspberry cheesecake was divine. I love cheesecake but am very particular, this one passed all the tests. The place is a little pricey, but if you remember it's California and near the beach then it's well worth the money. Workers were super helpful and there is lots of seating options. read more

Chaupain Bakery - Raspberry cheesecake - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

We stopped in for cappuccino and pastries and had a great experience. We ordered a berry tart and an Opera cake--both were delicious. The atmosphere is beautiful, the service was excellent, and the cappuccino was just right: hot, well-balanced, and full of rich coffee flavor (not overly milky). Highly recommend. read more

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This was absolutely the best bakery I hit in San clemente. Far and away the most traditional and artisanal. A great selection of croissants, buns, and sweets adorn the counter. But, a freshly baked chocolate cookie awed me! Oh, a flaky cinnamon bun, too! Super clean, peaceful spot with tons of folks eating some fresh sandwiches on patio. Workers are nice, attentive. The selection is great and everything appears to be well executed read more

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Oh my goodness! This bakery is first class. Service is friendly. They have indoor and patio seating. Clean and bright. But the pastries!!!!-so good. The strawberry tart, apricot danish and the guava cruffin was delicious. But my favorite is the pistachio croissant--so yummy. I tried to only eat half and save other half for later, but didn't work. I ate the whole thing and wanted more. Will be back Chaupin. read more

I have been walking by this amazing bakery. They have a great outdoor dining area. Cute decor. The staff are friendly and helpful. You a tell they enjoy where they work. This place is always busy, everyone comes early, before they sell out of items. I purchased a variety of sweet and savory pastries, that I could share with my sister. I ordered: a French onion croissant, a jalapeño cheese croissant, a pecan sticky bun, apple tart, a cinnamon cream cheese bun, and a cold brew coffee with salted caramel foam. The sticky bun and cinnamon cream cheese bun are fantastic. The carmelization is perfection; at its finest. The flaky layers of buttery pastry are superb, crunchy and pillowy. I warmed up the apple tart it was perfect not very sweet with just the right amount of tartness. The onion & jalapeño cheese croissants we had for a morning snack the following day. They were still exceptional, the day after. Chaupain participates in the San Clemente Farmers Market on Sundays. read more

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Excellent breakfast! Merci for the quality and portions. The service is amazing and the patio is fantastic! Will definitely be back read more

Chaupain Bakery - Quiche lorraine - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

Borgia coffee! So interesting flavors as I sipped the iced coffee, I know I ordered coffee but there's hint of aromatic tea flavors I can't quite remember I had before, and loved it. I must come back and tried the hot Borgia coffee. It reminds me of the Borgia brother and sister of that long ago show on cable! read more

Chaupain Bakery - Chaupain Omelette and Borgia coffee! Savory but needed a sauce of some kind! Le faltó el toque latinoamericano. Pero bien, estuvo bueno! - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

I love all Chaupains but this one not so much. The location is great and very friendly service. Parking is usually plentiful and overall appeared dog-friendly. One thing that bothered me was their orange juice that I always ordered was not fresh. It's in the fridge and it tastes like it was made a day or 2 ago. Other locations are juicing it on the spot and you can really taste the difference. There was a random hair on my OJ cup--okay whatever it happens. But also my coffee mug had a distinct smell to it like it wasn't washed well. And I didn't enjoy their Chocolate Elroy their croissant wasn't as flakey as other Chaupains. Possibly had just an off experience. read more

I had a really disappointing experience here. The cashier was extremely rude and completely unhelpful from the start, which set the tone for the whole visit. I tried to place a simple order--a breakfast sandwich without egg due to an allergy--which didn't seem like an unreasonable request, especially since all the ingredients are already part of their menu. Instead of accommodating or even trying to help, the request was met with attitude. When the sandwich finally came out, it was honestly ridiculous. It felt like there was little care or attention given, both in customer service and in preparing the food. Overall, the experience was frustrating and left a bad impression. I hope they take customer concerns more seriously in the future, especially when it comes to something as important as food allergies. read more

Chaupain Bakery - Breakfast sandwhich with no egg - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

I have been coming to this place for years and it's still fantastic! Cute place, people are friendly and everything is delish! read more

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Chaupain Bakery is a cute spot on Del Mar Ave in San Clemente. It's a small space inside, but they do have a nice outdoor patio space. Personally, I love their croissants and delicious pastries. They have great sourdough to purchase, as well as French bread too. They even have delicious sandwiches! All the staff are very friendly too! read more

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The new space is beautiful. Extra seating and bigger bakery box. So many good things to choose from. The quiche is fantastic. We always split because it's so big. Sourdough bread is great. Even the yoghurt is good. read more

Delicious everything! We love to eat here. Sandwiches, croissants, omelettes - everything is fantastic.

It's a little helter skelter for service/queuing and self seating. There's no real direction on getting to the counter around people waiting or either checking out the menu or quite frankly, the whole order process. It was kind of uncomfortable. I understand there are "lanes", but it doesn't work. I think the strollers in the way also adds to this. Patrons are quite rude and don't bus their own plates, that said, since it is a problem, outside tables need to be checked by staff more often. Or make clear signs that patrons should bus their own tables out of respect of other diners. I wouldn't call this classic French brunch, but still for what it is, the food was tasty. The highlight was the bread; had a nice crust, not too tough, and still a soft chew. read more

Great location in San Clemente Village. Small bakery which has outdoor seating only. So much to choose from. Freshly baked croissants, danishes, cakes, cookies and more. Also a great selection of bread in bags ready to go home with you. They have a few ready to grab sandwiches, also you can order more food items from the menu. The Foccacia chicken sandwich looked so good but I chose the ham and cheese sandwich made in a freshly baked baguette. Sooo so good. My son got the Caprese and loved it as well. The coffee was good as well. Customer service was friendly and fast. Overall a great place to eat while in the area or even get food to go and head down to the beach for a picnic. I will be back read more

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The eggs in the French omelette did not have the silky texture I would normally expect of a French omelette. The egg whites in the Eggs Benedict were watery/very underdone. The toasted bread used for the eggs Benedict was tough and perhaps stale. The chocolate eclair pastry seemed to have absorbed the moisture or condensation from the display case, so the pastry was not flaky, but instead unpalatably spongy. The melons in the fruit cup were not ripe. The tables on the patio were uncomfortably /extremely uneven. We will not return to Chaupain Bakery, unfortunately. We miss J'Adore Café. read more

Went for a Sunday brunch with my family. The seating area is rather small, so if you have a large party like mine, plan ahead. The coffee there was average, but the sausage skillet was the daily special and I really enjoyed it. The pastries were good as well. I can't speak on the service, but they were really busy. read more

Chaupain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

I think their Eggs Benedict just might be the best I've tasted. The hollandaise sauce is not cloying. Theirs is a medley of flavors that dance on your tongue and enhance the egg and ham flavor. The bread makes for the perfect canvas...the crunch provides the best contrast for that runny egg yolk. I'm in love with this boulangerie. I wish they had a branch close to my house. read more

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Been coming here for years and the quality has stayed the same - great! Quaint bakery with tons of pastry options, substantial food options, cream cheese selection, and drinks. The strawberry envelope is my favorite but all the pastries I've had are so fresh and delicious. Blueberry cream cheese danish, pistachio croissant are up there too. Their lattes are good but tea is overpriced (since tea is mostly water I despise overpaying for it). Eat outside on the patio or take it to go! Gets really busy on weekends. read more

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I haven't personally visited but my husband surprised me with an array of pastries when he was in the area with a friend. He raved about the great service he received and was happy to have come across the bakery. I can't recall all the pastries but we tasted each and have been rationing them out since they are so good! We would definitely make the drive to the San Clemente location for sure! Not pictured: red velvet cake slice (also SO good!) read more

Chaupain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

I love this place. And, they just renovated, doubling the footprint they had before! A good amount of indoor seating (front and back) and a much larger display case. This is a very popular place for lunch and breakfast and no matter what you get, it's fantastic. I've been coming here for years and I'm thrilled they've expanded their space! They've kept their outdoor patio as well. For those who live in north county San Diego like me, this is an easy 30 minute drive (from Carlsbad/Oceanside). French food done well. Amazing bakery. If eating in, you order at the counter and they give you a number and bring the food to your table. I highly recommend getting something to go as their baked goods are some of the best I've had in the region. Today we had: tuna salad sandwich and the chicken pesto sandwich, both served with a small side salad (with an amazing light vinaigrette!). The tuna salad is fresh and full of chunky celery for a nice bite. It's served with avocado and sprouts on the choice of your bread and it was delicious. The chicken pesto sandwich has the best combination of flavors and is one of my favorite sandwiches here. I just wish the bites of chicken were a little bigger as the small chunks fall out while you are eating- but again, the pesto and Gruyère cheese on the perfectly baked French roll makes this incredible. To go I always get the cinnamon twist and the Mille-feuille (napoleon) because they are divine, but there are so many choices worth exploring- like any of their filled croissants! Staff is friendly and patient. This place is always crowded so I recommend coming early or just after the lunch rush when it's easier to find seating. Either way, even if there is a wait, it's worth it! So excited my favorite French bakery and restaurant has expanded their space! I highly recommend! read more

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Pretty delicious! Never dined here but I've had the pleasure of trying some of their pastries in the office I work at and it's been good!

Unfortunately, every single time I make a request for no aioli they don't listen. It might seem like a small detail, but the details matter and people wouldn't make requests if it didnt matter a lot to them. I introduced friends and family and we all love the salads and sandwiches, but I can't get buy another sandwich that I then can't enjoy. it's unfortunate. read more

Baked goods were delicious. Croissant was perfect. House made yogurt is delicious too. Friendly service. Will definitely return

We loved this bakery, really kind staff and very yummy pastries. We loved the almond croissant and the berry tart, but everything was great. Berry tarts are one of our favorites and this was one of the best we've had. Their outside patio area was nice as well. Highly recommend! read more

Chaupain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

Food is excellent. Pastries are wonderful. Shakshouka is divine and a bit spicy. French toast was well portioned. The Ham & Bacon quiche lots of flavor! Our experience started well and we were even given an extra pastry on the house. Unfortunately, something happened with our order of quiche which never arrived. We waited patiently but felt uncomfortable eating while one of our party did not have her dish yet. Had to go inside and politely ask and was questioned. Was told it would take 15 mins and asked off were still wanted it. Bummer. Not a great response or offer. This is where it went downhill. Service is all about being kind and helpful and being genuine. It is hardest when something goes wrong but that's when you really have to empathize and seize the opportunity to make things right. That was not the case in how our situation was handled. Is never easy to try and ask and fix things yourself. Feeling like you've made a mistake or the staff didn't want to help or apologize. Had to wait 15 mins and the last in our party ate alone while we waited. Bummer. Traveling down the coast for this particular restaurant/bakery. Starting off really well and excited, but ended on a bad note. These type of service experiences really deflate and frustrate. Outdoor patio is really nice and spacious. Sit outside when the weathers nice, which is most of the year. Dogs welcome. read more

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Found this wonderful bakery a few years ago and whenever we are in San Clemente we go. Everything is delicious, fresh, flavorful and beautiful. They have expanded this location which has helped with the lines. Not only are the pastries amazing but so are there other food options. read more

I've always been a fan of their pastries that I buy from my local farmer's market. I stopped by for lunch on a beautiful day and enjoyed the most amazing Shakshuka dish I've ever had. Seriously they perfectly cooked the eggs in the red pepper sauce that is seasoned so wonderfully. The cast iron pan came piping hot with the sauce still bubbling. The portion is large with tasty potatoes and their amazing baguette to dip in the delicious sauce and small fruit side. I'm so happy to have found a place to enjoy my favorite breakfast dish. I also grabbed a bag of their homemade granola that pairs perfectly with their yummy yogurts. I love this cute little cafe on Del Mar. Highly recommend it for a breakfast or lunch date. Also happy to note that Service is fast and friendly. read more

Chaupain Bakery - Shakshuka - Bakeries Near Me - San Clemente, California

Was visiting San Clemente and wanted to try a coffee shop. Came across Chaupain and WOW! Best and flakiest Nutella Muffin I ever had. Americano chased the muffin quite well. Definitely my routine stop for now on to and from San Diego. read more

Outstanding bakery in San Clemente. Good coffee and breakfast choices. Good outdoor seating.

Delicious pastry and Friendly service with great coffee. Plenty of seating inside and on patio.

I tried the croissant with berries and cream, the quiche, the banana yogurt, and the sticky bun. My favorite thing was the bread that came with the quiche. Everything else was good! Not my favorite pastries but no complaints. Probably wouldn't be in a hurry to spend as much again anytime soon. Good location though, very busy and it's a clean setup in there. read more