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    4.5 (7k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Willie L.

    One of the original pastry shops in OC that I have been coming to get for many years. Strawberry croissant is the way to go. The space can be a bit tight when there is a line out the door. I usually stop by in the mornings before work, which is also when the pastries are freshly baked. Last time I also tried a few other pasties and niku man (pork bun) and spam and egg misubi for breakfast. Many of the other sandwiches are also tasty.

    Strawberry Croissants!!
    Eunhae H.

    In 2024, Cream Pan earned Yelp's top honor as the best pastry shop in Orange County--rightfully so and well deserved! They've also been recognized by The Orange County Register, TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice, and OC Weekly. Influenced by French and Japanese-style baking, they specialize on cream pans--hence the name. Cream pans are sweet buns filled with a light, silky custard. Whenever I come here, there's always a long line but it's so worth it. I get their famous strawberry croissant, which is filled with a perfectly balanced cream custard that's just the right amount of sweetness for my liking. They have a wide range of options--from sandwiches and rice dishes to donuts, cakes, and even sushi. They also offer catering, including strawberry croissants, sandwich trays, whole cakes (6- or 9-inch), roll cakes, and sushi trays. Catering is available at all three locations: Tustin, Fountain Valley, and Lomita.

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    Nicole H.

    They're known for their strawberry croissants, and they are definitely delicious. But, I've noticed over the years, especially recently, the prices have gone much higher and the product seems much smaller. I would love getting their variety pack of sandwiches, but again, the prices kept rising, so I hardly get them anymore. They hardly fill you up, anyway, because they're so tiny. The Spam and egg musubis are tasty. The scones are fluffy and not hard and dry like at most other bakeries. Their carrot juice is nice. If anything, I'll go in and get their white sandwich bread, brioche buns, and butter rolls. They have curry dishes, California rolls, spicy tuna rolls, and many other items. It's a small shop, and items usually sell out way before closing time. Service is meh, definitely went downhill over the years as well, unfortunately. Regardless, it's quaint and unassuming. There's seating outside on the patio. There used to be inside seating before COVID, and they just use that area for storage, now. It doesn't look great. But, there are plenty of other restaurants, shops, coffee shops, etc., so you can walk around the whole block.

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    Rick S.

    I came back to Cream Pan today for breakfast and lunch to go items. The ham and cheese croissant was excellent and the pan au raisin is savory and not too sweet. I also picked the katsu sando for lunch. Staff were friendly and welcoming as always. The ambiance is casual and typical of a bakery. I have included pictures of the inside of what Cream Pan offers. Enjoy!

    Cream Puffs and Strawberry Croissants
    Caitlin V.

    When we moved to Old Town a few years ago, I was happy because we were so close to Cream Pan. On our weekend walks, we always pass by Cream Pan. It always smells amazing because they make everything fresh. Whenever we celebrate a birthday (which is often because we have three kids), we always order a Strawberry Shortcake a couple of days beforehand and pick it up the morning we need it. It saves time and we don't need to stand in line. I tried their Chocolate Cake and I wasn't a fan of it. I thought it was chocolate cake, but they had bananas in it. And some of their pastries are a hit or miss, but their strawberry croissant and cream puff never fail in presentation nor taste. Their breads, katsu curry, and sandwiches are also really good. Come early because they sell out quickly.

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    Tracy D.

    Run, don't walk to get their delicious pastries! Perfectly sweet to perfection! It's hard to stop at just one. I picked up my order and there was no wait. Everyone was friendly also.

    MJ H.

    A very popular bakery known for their strawberry croissants. The pastries are good, but I actually come here more for their sandwiches. I like the variety and the portion size, perfect for grabbing something quick to go for events. That said, if you're looking for a cute bakery to sit and enjoy your pastries, this isn't the spot. The space is small and cramped with a narrow cafeteria-style line where you order (but barely can see their faces as the bakery cases are too high), pay, and head out. There are boxes and supplies stacked around the store, so the ambiance isn't the highlight. Despite the setup, they're always busy because the pastries and other food items are good.

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    Caes F.

    Cream Pan is a must when you visit Tustin! 1. The Strawberry Custard Croissant is what they are known for and run you around $2.40 per piece or if you purchase in bulk it is cheaper. I opted for the 14 at $32. Great for sharing. 2. The Cream Puff use the same custard in the filling They do run out of their bread toward the end of the day.

    omgoooooood!!!  my friend brought us strawberry cream puffy pastry.  yummmz
    Poupee C.

    I love bakeries, but I really love Japanese bakeries. Cream Pan has been popular for their strawberry croissants for over 2 decades now. And this pastry has maintained its perfected custard filling ever since. They have transformed a humble croissant into a super kawaii dessert with this light custard and sliced strawberries. They have ready-packed boxes of 6 croissants each. A perfect dessert to take home or gift your favorite person. This bakery also has many favorites like curry pan - on this day they had baked chicken curry pan and regular fried beef curry pan. Both are delicious. Sliced sesame bread is one of my favorites. I love making my own egg salad sandwich using this bread - lightly toasted. As good as those fluffy egg sandwiches you can get in a Japan konbini! Love the ready-made sando loaded with cucumber, lettuce, cabbage, or tomato . Chicken katsu sando, croquette sando, and the egg salad sando, all hit the spot. Best sandwiches ever! There are many pastries, breads, sandwiches, rice dishes and other sweets to try. You will need to pace yourself. Come back and savor all of these. So the next time you feel the need to take a trip to Japan, visit Cream Pan! It's the next best choice!

    Ryan M.

    Came and got the azuki cream pan and iconic strawberry croissant. We easily found parking out front. There was a short line out the door but it moved quickly, just make sure you don't leave the door open. If the line inside is full keep the door closed till it gets shorter then go inside. The have both sweet and savory pastries. The sweet ones are out front as you pass the case facing the door. The savory selections are featured after you turn the corner of the counter. They also have sandwiches as well as a Karaage and musubi combo which I want to try. I got the iconic strawberry croissant which was flakey and had a bit of custard and a few slices of strawberry inside. It's 2 maybe 3 bites. It was delicious but I think I prefer the azuki cream pan. The azuki cream pan was filled with azuki bean and had a light sweet cream filling too. The combination of the 2 made for a delightful taste and texture. The process is easy, stand in line, order the items as you see them. So sweet items first then savory. If you want a bunch of sandwiches or musubi then grab a tray. They also have freshly baked bread before your reach the register. You can't go wrong with the strawberry croissant but I suggest you try one of their other products too.

    Peter P.

    A cute little shop in Tustin, stopped by for post lunch coffee and snack and left very happy. The staff here are so welcoming and friendly. The pastries were a pleasant surprise. I got a sugar donut and coffee and was very happy. donut was soft and fluffy and not to grainy with the sugar coating which was good. the coffee was fresh and not bitter. The had a nice small seating area to enjoy my food and the parking was reasonable. overall i liked this spot for a quick stop for treats.

    Krajicek K.

    A must visit for us on the way to Riverside. We arrived around 11am on a Sunday morning. There is a small line but moved fast. Friendly and fast services. We sat outside to enjoy some pastries and got some to go. Our favorites: strawberry croissant and tiger cheese!

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    Melissa L.

    I love Cream Pan. Whenever I'm in the OC area, I always make a stop here. They're most famous for their strawberry croissants, and for good reason - I love them so much. The pastry is incredibly airy and light, and the filling isn't overly sweet, making it absolutely perfect. It is also super reasonablly priced $2.40 and cheaper if you buy more. I also tried their azuki cream, which has a red bean filling topped with fresh whipped cream, and I really enjoyed it. I usually pick up their custard pudding as well, and it never disappoints. Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of their baked goods. The service is quick and efficient, and there are a few outdoor tables where you can sit and enjoy your treats. Parking is easy since it's located in a plaza. I would definitely recommend this bakery!

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    Ask the Community - Cream Pan

    Any vegan options?

    I don't think so because I asked them for dairy free items. They only had sourdough and another form of rustic bread. They also will say there is the chance for cross contamination. Hope this helps!

    Anything with ube/purple yam?

    I am not sure, but I believe they have.

    Gluten free options?

    Unfortunately, no.

    Do you deliver to a local area?

    You can use apps like DoorDash, UberEats and etc for deliveries. This place does not do their own delivery service.

    Are you open today for thanksgiving?

    No they are not open on Thanksgiving

    How are the strawberry croissants after being a day old?

    They are pretty good. Just make sure to refrigerate them.

    Is it just me or have other people also noticed how every item is like half the size it used to be and costs more as well?

    I agree. A little harder to enjoy more now because of it. Wouldn't mind paying more for the old size.

    How much are the mixed sandwich boxes and do they run out easily?

    Is there katsu sando(tonkatsu sandwich)?

    Yes and they are delicious!

    What cheese do they use for their ham & cheese croissant? It was so delicious!

    I think they use Gruyère

    Are you open tomorrow on Thanksgiving day?

    Yes according to there IG but closes early https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckny6tirPN9/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

    Can I order it over the phone?

    I believe so if they pick up! They run out of things so early so order for pickup

    For the Tustin location?? If I come at 9:30am on Sunday, would there be a higher probability their strawberry croissants being sold out? Would you recommend preordering the 14 pieces?

    Hello there always making them so if they run out they have some in the back that's there biggest sale so yeah your good. I've never let order them just because they always have them but I'm sure if you call te hey can advised you there's a also a… Read more

    Anything here contain nuts?

    Which one is better, strawberry shortcake or cheesecake?

    Both are good, too hard to choose! Try both!

    Hi , I was wondering if you guys open on July 4th?

    Yes they are just be prepared to wait in line

    Do they still have the matcha cake?

    I saw it when I was there not too long ago.

    What sizes do they have for the strawberry croissants and how much are they?

    Size: They are on the smaller side - can fit one on the palm of your hand. I believe the only have 1 size. Price: I think they are around $1.70 a piece (more prices can be… Read more

    Do the strawberry croissants freeze well?

    They have fresh cream and strawberries so I don't think they'd freeze well. Eating them fresh is best or at least in a day or 2👍🏼

    Gluten free options?

    No. Not at all. My husband is gluten free and waits in the car.

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    Authentic, super delicious izakaya food!! Totally worth the wait. Wife and I had a great time. We…read morestuffed our faces. Service was great. Quirky music. Small space. Will absolutely come back! Our absolute favorite dishes were the Atkin Mackerel and Shrimp Curry. Highly recommend them. The only dish that was mid was the Chicken Karaage - we'll skip this dish next time.

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    I've been meaning to try Tanakaya after seeing their soba flight on Tik Tok! I came near opening…read moreand got seated right away, and by the end, it was pretty full, so I can see how waitlists might be long during busy hours. Plenty of parking and staff is attentive! Everything is a bit expensive for what it is, but overall taste wise, everything was amazing regardless! We got the assorted tempura, filet katsu don, and cold soba flight sampler. The assorted tempura was good, they had a lot of variety and I enjoyed the mushroom, asparagus, and potato! The shrimp tempura portion is very generous in size and was good. A little overpriced for what it is, but if you love this assortment of fried tempura, it is overall good to try! The filet katsu don was amazing, and I like that it came with a small bowl of miso soup! It's always nice to have that as a complimentary side dish. The katsu was crispy and complimented well by the sauce! I'd highly recommend this dish! And now for the star of the show... the soba flight! This was so fun to go through and I highly recommend it just for the experience! My personal favorite was the one that included enoki mushroom on the topping. Definitely would recommend trying Tanakaya if you haven't already! I'd definitely come back.

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    I didn't know I could love katsu this much until I tried Hako! This is the best katsu I've ever had…read moreand I wish I had tried it much earlier since attending school in Irvine. Each katsu plate comes with a side of rice, cabbage salad, pickled radish & jalapeños, and katsu sauce. BIG portions- you might even question if you'll finish it all. Spoiler alert, you'll most likely not have leftovers because it is that good. With the cabbage salad and pickled radish on the side, it made the meal feel a little bit healthier...at least to me LOL!! The pork wasn't too thin and the coating wasn't too thick either. Crispy and not oily! Service was quick despite being lunch hour! The waiters checked up on my party every so often asking if it was delicious and if we needed extra water. The restaurant is fairly small yet gives off a home-y vibe.

    The food here is solid and the portions are extremely generous. Small place, but feels solidly cozy…read morewith extremely friendly staff. They serve their food in trays, which helps keep everything together. Also, love the chopsticks since they're nice and smooth so I won't fear getting splinters. I will say, if you come with friends and everyone wants curry, you only need to order a few curries on the side since the serving of curry they provide is... abundant. The cheese tonkotsu was honestly pretty heavy, lots lots of cheese. Honestly, I wouldn't get it again since I didn't feel like I got much meat simply because of how much cheese there was. I'm sure there was pork, it just felt like an extension of the breading. Every order off the main course section of the menu (fried things) come with miso soup, a side salad, and pickled side dishes that are extremely refreshing. Pork over Chicken for sure.

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