I finally got to try this Fremont staple for the first time after everyone and their moms…read morerecommended it. Immediately upon entry, you can see the huge display of neatly arranged donuts, malasadas, and pastries and they all look amazing! So many flavors to choose from that it was a little overwhelming. As others have said, the price point is around $5.50 per piece so have that in mind going in. Ordering was simple enough and servers were kind and patient. Parking is maximum 3 hours and there are some tables and chairs outside to sit and enjoy your goodies. Overall, I think I'm still going to stay loyal to Doughweime in Union City, but these malasadas do live up to the hype. Everything bagel malasada: Surprisingly really good, a light cream cheese filling with everything bagel seasoning on the outside. And the texture of the savory donut was crispy and airy. 9/10 Strawberry cream malasada: Kind of plain, would've been good with strawberry bits inside. 7/10 Biscoff cream malasada: You can taste the real Biscoff crackers in the filling. 7.5/10

I'm still recovering from the sticker shock. I haven't been here in a while, but yesterday I paid…read more$33+ (before tip) for four donuts - that means if I had gotten a dozen, it would've been $100. Not sure if the prices were posted, but apparently I'm the idiot who didn't look hard enough. Didn't get a chance to try them since they were a present for a friend, but I hope they tasted as good as they looked!

I Doordashed from here, after seeing good reviews. Unfortunately, it didn't live up to the…read moreexpectations. I ordered 1 mango cake slice and 1 black forest cake slice. The cakes were predominantly made of cream (which didnt taste good in itself), mango cake was atleast ok to eat (with bits of mango and less cream, but the cake was itself dry). Black forest cake was quite unpalatable. I will not be ordering from here again. The only thing I liked was how it looked and packed.

Ordered via Doordash. The Japanese ice cheese cake is delicious! It seems to be available only…read morethru delivery, not in person. The rainbow one was also very good, with a layer of cream in between the different flavors

Of course husband last minute says day of birthday celebration that we need a cake. Found Izumi…read moreCakes on Yelp and was bummed at first because the soonest online reservation for a cake would be two days later. Husband called them around 11am and they said they were in the middle of making their strawberry cakes so they could add our order in for a same day pickup at 4pm. Pickup went well and the cake was so cute and it tasted great! Like the Chinese bakery strawberry cream cake with a moist sponge cake; not too sweet, just right. Might sound basic but it was done very well. Would 100% recommend. I don't know prices for cakes nowadays but I didn't feel bad paying about $60 for a cute and tasty cake (6", strawberry cream cake). I wouldn't bank on same day pickups, I might've just been very lucky they were in the middle of making their cakes but it wouldn't hurt to try calling early in the day if you're in a pinch for a solid cake. I'm very thankful for their service!

We tried this spot for a joint birthday and were delighted with a really cute cake. They let us…read moreorder a week in advance and then pick up. Taste: The taste was light. It wasn't personally my favorite. I usually like light cakes but if it were a little denser, it would have been perfect! The fresh strawberries were very nice. Appearance: 5/5 super cute!

Highly recommend the Whole Wheat Bread Loaf from Mary's. The slices toast up to a perfect crunchy…read moreconsistency and taste amazing when paired with butter or jam. It's my fav item that I always pick up. I also like the green onion ham bun. Throw it in an air fryer for a minute or two and it's a great snack even the next day. Service was attentive whenever I went during lunchtime and seemed tidy. Also heads up there's a $8 credit card minimum, but you might as well pick up a handful of things while you're here. Prices are fair.

I stopped by on a whim right after dinner and ended up being really glad I did. As soon as I walked…read morein, the place had that classic mom and pop bakery feel with warm, homey Asian vibes. Two very kind ladies noticed us looking at the ice cream cakes and took the time to offer a few recommendations. We decided on the Oreo vanilla ice cream cake, and it completely exceeded expectations. Super creamy, rich without being too sweet, and packed with Oreo flavor in every bite. I've had plenty of ice cream cakes before, and this one was easily better than anything I've had at Baskin-Robbins. The texture was smoother, the flavors tasted fresher, and there was none of that overly processed dry cake texture. Perfect for celebrations or just as a treat. I'll definitely be coming back for another one; probably gonna try the mango fresh cake next.

As someone who's recently gone on the AIP diet, I was pleasantly surprised!! Definitely going to be…read moreone of my new regular places thank you from an AIP girly

as someone who has the diet of a moderately carnivorous unemployed divorced man this place is…read morepretty good! i wasn't sure at first whether their stuff would taste good but it was not bad, especially considering the quality and mission of the business. also the owner is super cool location - in the plaza near ohlone. has a staircase going down (don't trip! a vegan GF chocolate cake won't cure a broken ankle). the place is very earthy, foresty, garden of eden esque. my question is why be so earthy in your decor and NOT PLAY AN ERYKAH BADU SONG??? badu the queen of earthiness herself. not even a shoutout. ugh. yall should be BLASTING her songs on repeat until people get sick of her voice service - great! got to know the owner sway who is super nice. noticed affirmations for coworkers on the wall, so cute! food - yes yes everyone is saying it's overpriced. lowkey it is. i'm not gonna complain because the quality is better. it is funny though that they're near ohlone which is chock full of broke teens so maybe not the best for business HAHA iced matcha latte (like $10 i think): not bad! creamy, nice color. a little too light on the matcha so don't expect an entire field of japanese grass in your drink. better if unsweetened trust me. 7/10 chocolate cake with vanilla frosting ($7 ish?): somehow achieved a deliciously light frosting and moist semisweet cake! considering their limitations that is impressive. 9/10 overall 4/5. fnf slays. if i come back and they play badu i will move it to 5/5. great for people with diet stuff idk (i don't play with diets sorry guys)

Of all the tous Les jours I have visited ... this is probably my least favorite spot only because…read moreEvery time I come they really don't have much available and I don't really care for the ambiance. But the pastries never disappoint .

So I love Tous Les Jours, but this location is very lacking in the usual fun vibe of Tous Les…read moreJours. The selection of bake goods was cool, but the space is tiny and not very ADA friendly. Need to step it up space wise and look at how the, Pleasant Hill location has cool, chill vibes

I wish they had a storefront, because I would be there every weekend. Their cakes/pastries are so…read moregood. My favorite item is the carrot cake. It is the best carrot cake I've ever had. I dislike carrot cake that has walnut CHUNKS. I don't want smushy crunch texture. Mamahouse puts ground up walnuts in the carrot cake. The best way I can describe the carrot cake is that it tastes like Christmas. That reads silly but that's how I feel. It's also the perfect size to share amongst our family of 4. All other items are great and highly addictive. I highly recommend.

The kouign amann queen! Nothing beats it! I always try to go here early when I am at the Farmer's…read moreMarket. I hear they also take pre-orders for pick-up (which I haven't tried myself) if you want to make sure you do not run out. I always go for the original flavor but they do over a bunch of different ones and some seasonal flavors as well. Make sure to check it out!

If you're into unique flavors...especially Asian-inspired ones....you must try their malasadas. The…read moredough is soft and pillowy while the cream is light and fresh. They're a bit pricey at $6.50+ each, but with many rotating creative flavors, it's hard to not pick just one. The Ube malasada did not taste artificial nor was it too sweet. I like to think they are poi malasadas haha It would be nice if their hours were more consistent since seasonal flavors sell out quickly. I find their service to be quick and their shop can ridiculously busy and packed. There is limited seating, but the place is clean and well-kept. I would come here if I am back in Union City.

Just went to grab a few donuts and the whole experience was frustrating. The person in front of me…read morewas allowed to take 6-7 of the same donut even though this place constantly sells out. That donut was completely gone by the time it was my turn. It makes no sense not to have limits on popular items. Then, while I was waiting in line, a woman that came after me apparently told her friend in the back which donuts she wanted, and they took most of the remaining donuts before people actually waiting in line could order. I drove all the way there and barely got anything because of how unfairly and poorly this place is run. The donuts may be good, but the way they handle orders and lines is terrible. Don't waste your time unless you get there extremely early.

I've never been a fan of pineapple buns- Pineapple King Bakery totally changed all of that!!…read more This Bakery is kind of small in size and it's strictly meant to house transactional sales. Seating consists of a few tables and is more like a takeout joint. The Hong Kong style pastries are sweet, crunchy, yet so very soft and fluffy- all at the same time. The very first taste left me in awe and that has not changed one bit. These baked goods aren't overly sweet. The textures are well rounded and the flavors are unique compared to the Americanized standpoint. These pineapple buns are buttery deliciousness and depending on your choice of filling, it can check off all the marks of being sweet, savory, and leave you wanting more. Faves: *PINEAPPLE BUN [PLAIN] *BBQ PORK PINEAPPLE BUN *BBQ PORK BUN 5/5 stars. The quality has not declined even after all these years.

I'm not usually a dessert person, but Pineapple King completely won me over…read more Their take on the classic Chinese pineapple bun is next level. The "original" comes filled with a rich, silky custard that's just the right balance of sweet and creamy--never heavy. And the mango version? It's like biting into a smooth, chilled mango pudding tucked inside that perfectly soft, slightly crisp bun top. Unexpected and seriously addictive. What really surprised me is how these outshine a lot of "gourmet" filled donuts I've tried. Less gimmicky, more refined, and honestly more satisfying. This place was great!

I don't know if you can imagine my joy when I saw the Paris Baguette sign off the main road while…read moreheading to the resort. As a Bay Area foodie, that sight instantly made my day. If you know, you know. The pastries here are absolutely worth the detour--and honestly, wherever I see a Paris Baguette, I do pull over. That includes locations I've visited in Northern California, North Brunswick, New Jersey, Atlanta, Georgia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and even the one here in Charlotte down in Pineville. It's a bit of a drive for me, but when I'm in that area, I always make a point to stop in and pick up a couple of their delicious croissant-donut pastries and marzipan or almond croissants. That's the beauty of this bakery--it's a chain, yes, but the consistency is what keeps me coming back. I have yet to be disappointed. Of course, I had to stop at this Hilton Head location--and I didn't come empty-handed. Food connects people, and bringing pastries to your host is always a winning move. I picked up three different varieties of their famous croissant-donut style pastries (similar to the well-known cronut): * Chocolate * Tiramisu * Mango And I added two large almond croissants that were beautifully filled, flaky, and indulgent. Everything looked fresh, full, and irresistible. The setup inside is easy and efficient. It's self-serve: you grab a tray, line it with parchment, use the tongs, and select whatever catches your eye--from baguettes to cakes to coffee drinks. Checkout was quick, Apple Pay was accepted, and the whole experience felt smooth and well organized. The space was clean, friendly, and inviting, with plenty of outdoor seating. Bottom line: Whenever you see a Paris Baguette on your radar, pull over. It's dependable, delicious, and perfect for picking up pastries to share--or to treat yourself. For me, it's one of those rare places that delivers the same quality every single time, no matter the city--and that kind of consistency is something I truly appreciate as a traveler and lifelong foodie.

Like any other franchises, Paris Baguette can be a mixed bag. But I've been coming to this…read moreparticular location since the pandemic and I've never had a bad experience here--unlike other locations. For starters this location is definitely a more pickup and go location. There is very limited seating and the space is also a lot smaller. But what they lack in space they make up in efficiency. I've never had an issue picking up anything here either through online orders or simply walking in to grab a cake. The staff are always on top of things. Now let's talk about the cakes. If you don't order ahead of time or reserve a cake in advance, then expect the consequences of not planning ahead. The cakes they have on display or the back may not taste the freshest. But in my particular case, I've been fortunate enough that every cake I bought from here was fresh and moist. The staff would even be kind enough to grab one from the back for me without even asking. I bring this up because for bakeries through put is very important on how fresh their products are and this location definitely goes through their inventory constantly. For mother's day they basically ran out of all their cakes so plan ahead for those big occasions. What I also appreciate is they are always able to do a special message for you free of cost, and I always end up tipping extra because you can rarely find this type of service at other cake shops. Because of their flexibility and availability, I will always recommend this location to family, friends and to you as well. Plan ahead and this place won't disappoint. Looking forward to continue coming back here.