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Madrona Bakery

4.5 (67 reviews)
Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Melany M.

Super cute bakery spot! My friends got cappuccinos and were very pleased. We also shared a slice of banana bread which I appreciated was more banana flavored than sugary - a tad bit dry but maybe that's the style. My matcha was okay... it was made wrong at first, with regular milk instead of almond. I went up to get it fixed and the guy (today) who was fixing my order looked very irritated (maybe he was having a bad day?) because I asked him to fix it and irritated even when I went back and asked if the drink on the counter was my remake. He was clearly not happy to be there.... Bad customer experience there! Would be willing to try it out again because the pastries were good - hopefully I get a different barista :) my matcha remake was okay.

Ham and cheese croissant
Leslie F.

So glad that some bakeries don't take themselves too seriously but are seriously good at their craft!! The line was out the door but it went fast and the communal table was perfect to chat with some hikers while finishing our snacks. They have a couple tables outside too. The building is a little house and feels as warm and cozy as you'd imagine. Not a bad option on the menu!! The lemon scone was light and the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. London fog was also delicious. Easy street parking across the street.

Vincent P.

We drove to Mills Valley in the early morning and decided to check out this local bakery. There is street parking available and we luckily got a spot right across from the bakery. The bakery was decently busy with locals going in and out. I ordered the Resurrection Morning Bun, which had an almond and citrusy flavor. It was a delicious morning treat that wasn't too sweet and made for a filling breakfast. All in all, Madrona Bakery is a good option to grab pastries and coffee if you're planning to be in the area.

Tammy P.

A must visit in Mill Valley. 1. Madrona makes my favorite ham and cheese croissant ever. They don't skimp on the ham and cheese and the combo of gruyere and smoked ham is delicious. The way they laminate the croissant (similar to the way they laminate their kouign amann) is genius and makes the croissant extra crispy and fun to eat. I've had it fresh once and it was perfection!! 2. Besides their ham & cheese croissant, I also really enjoy their other laminated pastries like their kouign amann and pain au chocolat. I appreciate that they do things a little differently here and you can taste the quality. 3. I haven't had a chance to try their bread but these go fast! Literally within hours. They also offer sandwiches later in the morning. The ham & butter on baguette is calling my name and I'll definitely be back to try it.

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Manuel G.

A jewel hidden in Mill Valley! Found it while looking parking to go to another coffee shop near by! Nice ambience atmosphere, received very nicely and friendly by girls taking orders , I had a cold sandwich which was delicious and of course my coffee. Nice flavor on coffee , I was on a hurry but sitting there made me take a few more minutes enjoying my coffee and pastry. Yes on recommending this place .

Roop K.

Lots of breads and pastries to choose from! Coffee was excellent. Seating limited but decent enough. They have bread classes too?

Sarah L.

Great food and service! Came here on a Saturday morning and there was lots of street parking available. The bakery has simple and relaxing interior design. The place is also well lit and clean. I tried 4 different pastries, and the savory and fruit custard ones are my favorites. The croissant dough is very flaky and has distinct layers. All the pastries are baked to perfection.

Cheesy pull apart bread
Lia K.

The shop is really cute. At first when you walk in there's a board that helps you pick what to get lol but then you walk up to see everything in the case, and realize you want to try literally everything. The two ladies working helped me pick two different pastries. I got the kouign Amann and the cheesy pull apart bread. It was the BEST kouign amann that I've ever had. It was nice and caramelized on top and crunchy, but also soft and flakey inside. It was not too sweet. It was just right. And that cheesy pull apart bread was so soft and cheesy and salty. My pastries definitely balanced each other out lol I also got a latte, which was just standard. I will 100% be back soon for some more pastries. Thank you!

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Natalie G.

Great spot to come for a delicious pastry! Super cute vibe inside and very nice workers. It's also a great place to work, they have free wifi and a good amount of seating. Can't wait to come back!

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Joyce K.

WHAT A GREAT FIND! Stopped by Saturday morning for a quick bite nearby before going on a hike. At ~10am, the line was very short with only one person ahead of me. The pastries here were delicious! The croissant was visually amazing. Flakey and perfectly layered, each bite was a satisfying crunch on the exterior accompanied by a fluffy interior. What we got: - Savory Danish ~which was savory indeed. Careful when eating this, the grated cheese and the croissant flakes will cover you or the table. - Ham and Cheese Croissant ~not just aesthetically looking--tastes amazing. The thick slices of ham add savoriness to the pastry, while the exterior is slightly sweet and balances the saltiness. Highly recommend! - Caramelized Onion Cheddar Biscuit ~ THIS. This biscuit was perfect. Not too buttery or oily. Not dry. Not heavy. This was a perfect biscuit. With hints of caramelized onion flavor shining through the buttery cheesy biscuit, this pastry takes the cake! Currently my favorite bakery in North Bay at the moment. Will return when I get the chance!

Ham and cheese croissant Matcha lemonade.
Grant C.

Fantastic variety of fresh bread loaves and pastry's. I tried a ham and cheese croissant, sweet toast, Kouign amann, and matcha lemonade. Everything was fresh and the croissants were beautiful. They only take card for payment. It's a small shop with enough seating for 10 people total.

Andrew S.

An absolute gem of a bakery. Everything from the vibe, ambiance, decorations, service, and MOST IMPORTANTLY THE FOOD is amazing! I tried so many pastries here and will definitely be coming back to try the rest. Disclaimer, I did not try any of the pastries in the store at room temperature, I heated each item at 400C for 1 minute first! The Kouign Amann is absolutely wonderful, nice crisp crust and texture, inside is layered nicely. The Cardamom Swirl is amazing, with a heavy cardamom and herb flavor. The cardamom and herb flavors are quite strong on it's own, but went perfect paired with a cup of black coffee! The Lemon Honey Lavender Pull-Apart was tasty AND fun to eat. It's baked with multiple pieces of dough attached together that it is easily pulled apart into bite sized pieces! I'm usually not a fan of ham & cheese croissants, but I really enjoyed the one at Madrona Bakery! It had a nice layer of ham & cheese, with additional cheese at the end of the croissant that was heated for a while, giving the outer layer of cheese a nice crusted crunch, yum! Highly recommend Madrona bakery, one of my new favorite bakeries in Northern California!

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Keith H.

I learned about Madrona during a recent visit to Mill Valley, and finding this bakery was a delightful surprise. I as impressed by the selection of pastries and bread on display, and it was hard to choose given the beautiful variety of goods on sale. I ended up choosing a morning bun, and it was flaky and not overly sweet. I would definitely get it again given how tasty it was! I also ordered a cortado, and I thought it was well-constructed. I'd be curious to try their other coffee drinks if I visited in the future, and I hope to check out Madrona when I'm in Mill Valley again!

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Reviews are largely positive. People praise the fresh, flaky pastries and creative pastry flavors, especially croissants, and enjoy the cozy, inviting atmosphere.

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2 years ago

I wish this were open more because it is hands down the most intimate extraordinary bakery in town !

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Really disappointing pumpkin pie. It looked 'messy' with cracks in the pie filling & crust was tasteless

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3 years ago

Yummy treats and lovely service. Will be back for sure in the near future. Off the beaten path just enough.

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Really the finest croissant around! Friendly and quick staff, but will have a chat if you're up for it!

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2 years ago

Amazing pastries, reasonable price. Super good ambiance, nice and quiet and great chairs.

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3 years ago

Best coffee in Mill Valley, hands down. And the pastries and bread are to die for. What an overdue gem.

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Wonderful pastry and nice ambience - down to earth and not too crowded. I'll be a regular visitor!

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