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    Forma Bakery

    4.4 (142 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Isabel M.

    Stopped by Forma Bakery this weekend with my partner and it did not disappoint. The flan croissant was the standout, absolutely incredible, and I'm already planning to stock up on a few items next time I'm visiting my parents in LA. We also got a horchata latte and a Mexican mocha, both nice choices. Sat outside enjoying the pastries while watching all the neighborhood dogs walk by, a perfect way to spend the morning.

    Kathy V.

    Finally checked out Forma Bakery in Temescal, Oakland after hearing all the buzz and it did not disappoint. Parking is a bit of a challenge, but once you're there it's worth it. So many fresh baked options to choose from. I went with the pistachio croissant, chocolate chip peanut butter cookie, and a latte. My friend ordered the same and we both agreed, it was absolutely delightful. Flaky, rich, and perfectly paired with coffee. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

    Austin W.

    My friends and I placed a pre-order at Forma Bakery on a Thursday evening for pick-up on Saturday morning. When we showed up to pick-up our pre-order, it wasn't clear if we had to wait in the long queue overflowing the bakery or if there was a separate line we could go in to pick up our order. We had one person wait in line while another awkwardly tried to grab the attention of the barista behind the counter. After about 10 minutes of waiting awkwardly around the register, we were finally able to flag the attention of the barista who was thankfully able to help us out with our pre-order. We pre-ordered because we had read they run out of pastries here if you get here too late, but that didn't seem to be the case: around 12:00 p.m., every pastry they offered was still available. I got their seasonal veggie croissant -- roasted spring onion and potato with queso fresco ($5.35). The croissant had a flakey outer layer, but the inside layers were a bit compressed and actually tasted a little dense and stale. The flavors were not as strong as I was expecting and I wish there was just a bit more salt added to the fillings. My wife ordered a seasonal danish -- lime and chili tossed blackberry and mango over toasted coconut cream ($5.50), and the texture of this pastry was very similar to mine. I appreciate that the coconut cream was not too sweet, and the blackberries were plump and ripe. Overall, I thought the pastries from Forma Bakery were above average, but I probably would stop by earlier in the day to get fresher pastries.

    Mahima D.

    As someone who loves baked goods, I had heard good things about this spot that does some Mexican and French fusion baked goods so was very excited to try. Also a flan croissant?! I was sold just by that!! A small line on a Saturday morning around 9:45 am but not too bad. Got mushroom one, flan croissant and the snap pea pickled onion one. So unique and all were great. The flan was definitely the highlight. Perfect sweetness and flakiness. Highly recommend this spot!

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    Monica G.

    This tiny shop has a huge line outside, and it's definitely worth it. My flan croissant was amazing but friend got the savory mole croissant which is even better! And I fully enjoyed my horchata latte, such a brilliant idea!

    Meyer lemon marscapone goodness
    Arturo N.

    I've been coming to Forma Bakery all month for one specific thing: their Meyer lemon laminated pastry with mascarpone. It's honestly been my current obsession. The Meyer lemon adds a bright citrus note that pairs really beautifully with the richness of the mascarpone. Earlier in the month it also had blueberries, which I loved, but the current version no longer includes them and is now more in the style of a morning bun/kouign-amann. At first I was surprised by the change, but it's still really delicious. The laminated layers are buttery and caramelized, and the lemon flavor still shines through in a really nice way with the mascarpone. I stopped in around 10:30am and service was pretty straightforward--very in-and-out. The staff was fine, nothing particularly warm or memorable, but everything moved efficiently. If you like citrus-forward pastries or laminated dough, this one is definitely worth trying.

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    Ana M.

    Very fun atmosphere here. Also very unique menu. I can tell by what I ordered as I ate it that the ingredients and structure of the food has a lot of thought and care put into it. The owner truly knows food and specifically pastries. I got a croissant with almond paste coffee grounds and chocolate. It was layered and crispy outside and soft inside. The coffee is also great and reasonably priced. It's about $5.80 for a late which is very low in comparison to many other popular coffee places. The mercies really cute and I wish it was presented better because I'd feature more photos. There's outdoor seating and a long line. Staff is super accommodating and made sure to let me know they were freshly and baking more pastries as quite a few were sold out. I also really love the ally around the corner although sometimes its vibe is opposite that of the street that forma and Betty's is on. Regardless please visit from a one day.

    Stephen P.

    My partner and I have been on the hunt for a solid bakery, and I think Forma is the new bay area title holder. The staff is friendly and helpful, offering plenty of guidance through an overwhelming assortment of choices. We weren't sure what we were even in the mood for, but loved all four of the picks we ended up with. It's a very busy spot with little seating inside, but there are a few seats on the patio area if you're ok with people filtering through as they come in to pick up their items and leave. The store itself is very cute, and we loved the floor tiles and decorations - such a great vibe. While we didn't get to eat the pastries FRESH fresh, we took them home to share with family and everyone loved them. The flavors were interesting, not too sweet, and balanced. I'd really like to try these earlier in the day when they're fresher as that was my only complaint...but that's hardly the fault of the bakery. Next time we're in the bay, we're definitely stopping by to try at least 4-6 more :D

    Alayna K.

    Incredible laminated pastries!! Long lines but they do move. A must try if you're in the area. The kouign amann with the pluot jam was our absolute favorite (8.5/10) because the layers were super crispy and the jam was on point. It was gone too quickly. The flan croissant was missing a bit of the flakiness but still a unique and delicious pastry! (7.5/10) The drip coffee was also solid. Seating was hard so eat outside if you dont want to wait!

    Nicole Diane M.

    Stopped by Forma Bakery on a Wednesday morning to catch up with my sister, and it was exactly what we were looking for--casual, cozy, and delicious. Parking was easy with metered street and neighborhood spots nearby. The area feels very walkable and safe. Inside is small and intimate, with a beautiful pastry case that immediately grabs your attention (eyes definitely eat first). There's a small bench indoors and a couple of outdoor tables--great if you have a fur baby or want to people-watch. Forma has been gaining buzz for its laminated pastries, especially the flan croissant, which lives up to the hype. We ordered the flan croissant with strawberry, and it was one of my favorite pastries to date--perfectly flaky and lightly custardy. It would probably be even better warmed up. We also ordered a ham croissant which was just as delicious! Service was friendly and fast, making this a great grab-and-go spot or an easy stop to pick up a beautiful loaf of bread for gifting.

    Bianca H.

    I love this bakery!! It can get really crowded in the mornings, and so you know for the most part that is a good sign! They have a lot of pastry options to choose from. I tried a poblano pepper, corn, and cheese croissant. It was so good! The muted spice from the pepper added with a sweetness from the croissant was able to satisfy my morning/lunch time cravings. It is a smaller bakery, so there's only a few tables to sit and enjoy your coffee & pastry if you want to stay and sit. But it's great, you get to people watch, see the dogs, and enjoy your time.

    Rachel K.

    I'm a sucker for a good pastry, and a fluffy, buttery croissant is up there when it comes to my weaknesses. I love that Forma Bakery has a variety of fresh baked options with different flavor profiles. When we walked in we were greeted warmly and the team member was patient as we decided what to order, they also answered a few of our questions. Honestly, I wanted to buy one of everything, but I ended up getting the passionfruit morning bun with earl grey sugar (Vegan), the flan croissant with strawberry jam, and a brookie. I brought these home and went to share a bite of the brookie with my husband, which turned into him eating over half of it. It was rich and chewy and the perfect cross between a cookie and brownie. The other two items I cut into fourths and shared with some guests after dinner, and while everyone enjoyed both- we unanimously agreed the flan croissant was a true winner. If/when I visit again I'll be looking to pick up more of the flan croissants and brookies, and I'm sure a few more items that catch my eye at the time. It's a small shop, but definitely worth a visit. The pastries are best eaten the day of so that they're fresh and as crispy/fluffy/soft as intended and they may run out of items later in the day so be prepared to visit early or adjust what you order based on availability.

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