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    Holy Nata

    4.7 (413 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries
    Closed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Eva C.

    I had an extremely high expectation for this place since it was recommended to me by a friend who works near the place. There was a small line to order. They don't have any indoor seatings as the interior is pretty small and it's only for ordering. They switch up one of the flavors each week. They were out of the peanut butter flavor, so I got 2 traditionals, 1 nutella, and 1 dulce de leche. They pack the egg tarts as you order. The crust was crispy but I thought it was just ok for me... My favorite was the nutella one, and I think it would be better if it was heated up a bit.

    Maisie W.

    4/5: Got pistachios and original and they were both very good. First time trying the Portuguese egg tarts. They are custard based for the filling compared to asian version of egg tarts, which are more eggy tasting. They were allrt. Pretty expensive. For 12eggtarts, 3 boxes, it was over $50. Based on the price, I dont think its worth it. I think I prefer the asian egg tart. Will have to try the Portuguese egg tarts again when I'm in Portugal and compare again.

    Takumi A.

    San Francisco has no shortage of trendy desserts now. But truly good Portuguese egg tarts? Very few. And the reason is simple: Most places focus on the custard. The real masters focus on the crust. Holy Nata is one of the few places in the Bay Area that clearly understands this. The first bite tells you immediately. The shell is deeply laminated, aggressively crisp, and shatters properly instead of collapsing into oily softness. You hear it before you fully taste it. That dry crackling texture - the kind only achieved when the butter layers and bake timing are dialed in correctly. And somehow, even hours later, the crust still holds. That part matters more than people think. A lot of modern egg tarts look beautiful fresh out of the oven, but after thirty minutes inside the box, the bottom turns wet and heavy. Holy Nata's pastry somehow stays structured. The base does not become soggy. The shell still flakes apart cleanly even after bringing a box home. That is old-school Portuguese pastry technique. For me, this place has quietly become part of San Francisco daily life. Walk through FiDi in the afternoon. Buy one or two to eat immediately while still warm. Then order the eight-piece box to bring home. That eight-pack is the true grand slam here. Because once the box opens at home, people magically start hovering around it pretending they "only want half." The original classic flavor is still the best one. That slightly blistered caramelized top. That rich egg custard. That buttery shell. Simple. Correct. Dangerous. But Holy Nata also occasionally runs specialty flavors beyond the traditional Portuguese egg tart - including chocolate/Nutella-style variations and pistachio versions. They are fun, especially for regulars, but honestly the classic original remains the benchmark. The shop itself also has personality. Small downtown San Francisco storefront. Bright open kitchen. Constant tray movement. You can literally feel how fast the turnover is. It reminds me more of old bakery culture than modern "dessert concepts." And that freshness matters. Because great pastel de nata is not really about sweetness. It is about texture control. Butter discipline. Heat management. Timing. That is why Holy Nata works. Not because it is flashy. Because the fundamentals are real. - Dr. C Writing only for the places that still understand that true pastry begins with the crust, not the marketing.

    Traditional with and without cinnamon (top); Tres leches (bottom)
    Lana S.

    It was small in the alley hidden gem. I heard it from my colleague and it's only open on the weekdays so I checked it out. Very quick take out without any line on Friday noon. The traditional was a little too sweet to me but I really liked tres leches even though it's sweeter than the traditional. Middle part will flow a little so I have to finish it in one go. I recommend it for gifting.

    Sophia H.

    Some of the greatest gems are often tucked away and hidden, including this dessert spot. It's located in an alley way near barrys! Ive grown up eating the asian version of Portuguese tarts, and I was intrigued to find this store. The crust is thinner and flakier and the filling is richer and more runny. The cinnamon is a nice touch to cut through the sweetness and balance the flavors! Can opt to have them add it at pick up or grab a mini container to go. They have rotating weekly favors and happened to miss the pistachio. I will definitely be back to try it.

    Inside the box
    Neeta M.

    I have not made it to this place but have done a take out - when you visit Lisbon and get these yummy pieces of heaven - OMG! I am so delighted to say, that this piece of heaven is now available to you in SF as well! Don't take my word for it - please try it yourself- I promise you, you won't regret it. They are best eaten fresh and in person

    Signage in Trinity Place alley
    Cat R.

    Visited Holy Nata on a Thursday around 9:30 am - it's in an unassuming alley so if you're feeling lost you're probably in the right place! There was no line, and I had time to browse the menu and check out the special flavors (which rotate weekly). I ended up ordering 1x of the specials (pistachio, Nutella, dulce de leche) as well as an original egg tart. Staff ask if you want cinnamon on the original pastel de nata and it's a great addition. My favorites were the original and dulce de leche. The other flavors were also delicious, but a little overwhelming in sweetness. The puff pastry is a satisfying flaky texture and the custard is perfectly sweet. I would've liked the tarts to be a little warmer, mine were lukewarm - but they do appear to be made fresh daily. Bakers can be seen prepping pastries through the original storefront few feet down. Instructions on reheating egg tarts are available throughout the cafe if you need to take your tarts to enjoy later as well. Overall very happy with my experience and can't wait to come back for more pastéis de nata!

    Lisa E.

    AMAZING. Actually, more than amazing -- these egg tarts are the best I've ever had. I feel so lucky to have tried them during my visit. I'm not sure if preordering is required, but I preordered just to make sure I wouldn't miss out. The crust is perfectly flaky, and the center is rich, creamy, and absolutely heavenly. Easily one of the best things I've ever eaten. I will definitely come back the next time I visit!

    So warm and yummy!!!
    Lily D.

    Holy Nata is all about yummy Portuguese egg tarts, including rotating weekly flavors like pistachio and peanut butter. This bakery is tucked away in an alley, so it was find hard to find at first. Their tarts were served fresh out of the oven and still warm. The crust is flaky good and crisp while the filling is creamy and not overly sweet. The light dusting of cinnamon on top was a nice touch too. I haven't been to Portugal, so I can't speak about whether they compare to the real deal. Personally, I like how they're less oily and not sickly sweet. The staff was friendly and service was quick and easy. There's limited seating, so I see this more of a grab and go spot. Seriously though, these tarts are so good! This is a treat where it's hard to stop at just one. Definitely get more than one!

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    Christine B.

    These were sooooo divine!! The storefront is kind of difficult to find, but follow the smell and you'll see a little shop with amazing pastel de nata. They'll ask if you would like a sprinkle of cinnamon, say yes!! The crust is so crispy and flakey, and the custard is slightly runny and smooth. Stop by for a sweet treat!

    Abel A.

    Solid Portuguese egg tarts. Good taste, very helpful service. A nice treat to bring home. Coworkers like it so much they went back after I shared mine with them.

    Roop K.

    HOLY INDEED.... DEAR MF LORD the insane deliciousness and perfection that I just ate, you have to come visit for yourself. Never have I ever across the bay and New York City had any pasteis de nata like this. The most gooey soft interior and crunchy flaky perfect just AMAZING exterior. While I got intrigued into trying all flavors I liked the traditional best. Just classic. Nothing compares. I've never been to Lisbon but even if I do go this place is the benchmark now.

    Jonathan C.

    Was very excited to try this place as Pasteis de Belem from Lisbon are absolutely delicious. The pasteis de nata were solid, but not leaps better than frozen from trader Joe's (seasonal!) or costco pasteis de nata (but I didn't want 12!!!) They do reheat well and are very rich (oily). I'm glad I tried them but wouldn't travel out the way for them.

    Traditional Pastel de Nata

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    Ask the Community - Holy Nata

    Are the pasteis gluten free?

    No I don't think so 😏

    How much is a single piece? What is the price for multiple pieces like half dozen, dozen, etc?

    I get a pack of six for $15. Four is $10. They're $3.50 for a single piece.

    Can I order ahead of time for delivery via DoorDash or Uber eats?

    Don't believe so, in person only

    Are these pastels traditional ... made is a really rich butter pie crust or are the made with phyllo?

    They appear to be made of pie crust.

    Shelf life on pastries? Are they reheat able?

    Not sure of the shelf life but I did keep them for a few days in the fridge then reheated them in the oven at 350 for 5 minutes so they wouldn't get soggy in the microwave!

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    Arsicault Bakery

    Arsicault Bakery

    4.7
    (3.1k reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    Arsicault lives up to the hype. The almond croissant is exceptional -- shatteringly flaky layers,…read moregenerous almond cream, and that perfect caramelized bottom. The chocolate almond is equally addictive, and the plain croissant is pure butter perfection. The kouign-amann is also outstanding (crisp, caramelized, and not overly sweet). Everything feels carefully made and consistently excellent. Yes, there's usually a line, but it moves quickly and is 100% worth it. This is the kind of bakery that makes you understand why people wait. Highly recommend arriving early if you want the full selection.

    [Upgrade to five stars] I recently returned to Arsicault, and I realized that the true Arsicault…read moreexperience is getting there early and enjoying their pastries fresh. I arrived at the bakery before it opened on a weekend morning, and there were already a couple of brave souls in line. I waited only about 25 minutes for the bakery to open, and once doors officially opened to customers, I was in and out in no time with my fresh pastries in hand. I enjoyed my almond croissant as soon as I got back home, and now I fully understand why Arsicault is at the top of everyone's SF bakery list. The almond croissant was still warm, the inside struck the perfect balance between fluffy and gooey (from the almond paste), and the exterior was nicely crisped. The almond filling is super rich and decadent yet not overly sweet. I also noticed - and appreciate - how Arsicault's almond croissant doesn't include toasted almonds on top, since these can often get over-baked and taste bitter. I definitely agree this is one of the best pastries in SF now.

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    Almond Croissant
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    Butter & Crumble

    Butter & Crumble

    4.6
    (745 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    It's been a little over a year since my first time trying B&C, and things have definitely changed…read moresince then--in a good way! I definitely feel like the team implementing the 7:45AM start time to line up has helped a lot. Not only is it better for the neighbors, but it also makes the whole experience feel a lot less chaotic compared to showing up super early and scrambling to get in line. Everything feels much calmer and organized now. As for the pastries: To be honest, it really depends on what you like. I'm one that gravitates towards pretty much anything with meat and chocolate. Because of that, most of their savory/meaty and creamy pastries are always a must for me. They're super flaky, flavorful and decadent. You can really tell how much time and effort they put into making everything as high quality as possible, especially since you can see them making everything from the window while waiting in line. All in all, I think there's been a lot of improvement over the past year with some trial and error. Their pastries have always been delicious and I personally think it's worth the wait. I recommend getting to the area closer to 7:45AM so you have a better chance of being towards the front of the line. If not, it's still better to come before opening, I just wouldn't recommend getting there right before they open. By then it's not guaranteed that you'll get everything you want since they do run out depending on how many people are there.

    Delicious, definitely not hype and it was worth the 1:15 min wait…read more - Short rib 5/5 - Brown butter cornbread 5/5 - Peach cobbler 5/5 - Pistachio cookie 5/5 - S'mores 3/5 - Strawberry cookie 3/5

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    Hanna's twice baked biscoff croissant
    Hanna's twice baked biscoff croissant
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    Lauren's chopped cheese pain suisse
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    Neighbor Bakehouse

    Neighbor Bakehouse

    4.6
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Neighborhood Bakehouse is the kind of neighborhood bakery you'll find yourself coming back to again…read moreand again. I've been here a few times and this time I remembered to take photos of the pastries before digging in! We tried the ube twice-baked croissant, ham and cheese croissant, curry potato bourek, and the spicy chicken pepper sausage croissant. Every pastry was perfectly flaky on the outside while staying soft and buttery on the inside. My favorites were the spicy chicken pepper sausage croissant and the ube twice-baked croissant. The savory pastries were packed with flavor, and the ube croissant struck the perfect balance of sweetness without being overpowering. I also love that they offer unique pastries you don't find at most bakeries. The café itself is small and cozy, and the staff were warm and friendly. It's usually packed, but we arrived at the perfect time and were able to grab everything we wanted before they sold out. We'll definitely be back to try more of their delicious pastries!

    I've seen some coffee shops around the city selling their baked goods and was glad to finally visit…read moretheir Dogpatch location. It's not much, more of a storefront with 2 tables outside but they have all the pastries. This place has the best mushroom tart ever. It has a generous amount of mushrooms but is not overpowering. All of their pastries are top of the line, fresh and flavorful with the perfect blend of ingredients. I also tried the Curry Potato Bourek and Everything Croissant which I'd recommend. I really wish they had a website where you can see the establishments where they sell the pastries. Dogpatch is kinda BFE for many people but great to stop by if you live in Portrero Hill, Mission Bay, or are doing something at UCSF or the Chase Center.

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    Char Siu Croissant
    Char Siu Croissant
    Roasted Mushroom Croissant Tart
    Roasted Mushroom Croissant Tart
    Pistachio Berry Twice-Baked Croissant

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    Jina Bakes

    Jina Bakes

    4.3
    (821 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    We stopped into Jina Bakes during the Nihonmachi Street Fair. It was recommended to us, and the…read moreline spoke for itself- this spot is popular! My husband got in line while I waited outside. It's on the first floor of the Japan Center Malls and easy to find in the corner. While the line was long it moved quickly and we ended up ordering two drinks and a few pastries. We had the drinks right away and I enjoyed their honeycomb toffee latte ($8.25) while my husband ordered a flavored lemonade. The Honeycomb latte wasn't overly sweet and the honeycomb on top was a nice treat. The honeycomb itself was sweet and crunchy and you can either pick it out and eat it or stir it into your drink and let it melt. The lemonade my husband ordered was on the sweeter side, but was super refreshing for summer. If you like sweet you'll like this- if you prefer less sweet or tart it may not be for you. We also brought home a few of their pastries. All of them were fresh and well made. The basque cheesecake was creamy and satisfying without being overly sweet. The chocolate chip cookie had dark chocolate and was really rich and satisfying. The last pastry I forget the name of but it was like a cinnamon roll but with an orange glaze and some cocoa powder, this one was also delicious and not overly sweet. They had some savory options that were sold out when we visited and we would definitely visit again to try those and more items from the menu. We can see why this spot is so popular.

    Place is ok but definitely needs better cleaning. Most especially their pastry case. Service is ok…read moreas well. They don't say hi until you do and same with finishing your transaction with them. Anyway... Got there at about noon and there were only myself, my daughter and another customer. Had the lady go ahead of us since we weren't quite ready to order. Since it was not busy at all, you would expect the server to get our order right. Right?! Ordered 4 plain salt breads, 1 injeolmi pastry, and 2 chewy Dubai cookies. After receiving the box, trusting that all our items are in there, we already left. Drove home 50 minutes away from here expecting all is well. As soon as my daughter opened the box of her goodies, 1 chewy cookie was missing! Went to Yelp right away to find a number to contact and to my surprise, there isn't one! Went to IG to double check for a contact number, but none to my avail. Just messaged hoping that someone would help me out. Could this be something that a "very professional" worker scam that they charge you and not give you that item then they take it for themselves? You could've just asked Justin C.! Hopefully it was just a mistake they could correct. Not having a contact number seems like they don't want to get disturbed with any complaints. With all that being said, won't be coming back. First impression matters & I wish I could say better things.

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    The store front 2/18/24
    The store front 2/18/24
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