I usually frequent here for their cocktail bun when I'm broke. Costs like $1.60. They even sell Chinese newspapers for $1. Bakery business is tough, a lot of overhead and little profit so support locally. Recommend with my utmost respectful regards. read more

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Popped in this morning and bought 1/2 dozen traditional custard egg tarts. $2.50 each. The Portuguese ones are $2.95 each The bakery will be on vacation starting 2/17/26. Reopening 2/25. #8 on my eat local 'hood list 2026. read more

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I highly recommend anyone coming to SF, to visit this bakery! Paid street parking there are meters around the block. There is usually a line, but it moves quickly. My favorites are + original egg tarts (The egg tarts are incredible!) + Portuguese egg tarts + pineapple bread (bo lo) + baked char siu bun + taro bun read more

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Mr. Bread is my favorite bakery on Taraval St. The buns are so fluffy soft. I try to stop by when I'm in the neighborhood. About $2-3 a bun. It is such a treat to have their egg and ham buns. Good job everyone at Mr. Bread. read more

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Mr. Bread is known for its Portuguese Egg Custard Tarts and Egg Custard Tarts. So delightfully yummy! I reheated them at home at 350-370 degrees for 10 minutes. As of 12/8/25, it was $2.30 for a regular Custard Tart and $2.60 for a Portuguese Custard Tart. I think the Portuguese tarts did taste a little better. Go early enough so they don't sell out. I went 12:15 PM on a Monday and had no trouble. After we entered, a line formed behind us. However, after eating lunch in the area, there wasn't a line after 1 PM. CASH ONLY. Closed on Tuesdays. Bakery is a Chinese dive. Narrow customer area barely wide enough to form a single line. Walls are covered in paper ads, menus, and pictures. I was too panicked and crowded to take pictures, focused on paying and getting out. Besides custard tarts, there are other Chinese pastries. You can also order a cake here. Mr. Bread is located on Taraval St near 19th Ave or Highway 1. You need to find street parking. Buy a lot of custard tarts! They are comforting and addictive. read more

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The first day of December and it was a sunny day so I went on a Holiday stroll in the Sunset Strip of San Francisco also known as the Sunset District. San Francisco is one of the best places to get a dessert. I am in search of a tart which has its origins in Portugal but has spread to countries like Brazil and China. These egg tarts are also known to be from Hong Kong and Macau and part of Cantonese cuisine. The search for the best Portuguese egg tarts and Pastel De Nata has me going to Taraval street .The Sunset has lots of places which serves and egg tarts such as Pineapple King and Sunset Bakery. One place which has one of the best in San Francisco for Portuguese tarts is Mr. Bread. This spot also serves lots of pastries such as egg tarts and buns . Although I am of Portuguese heritage and the Portuguese tarts was on my mind I had to try their buns. I like all types of buns but the curry beef buns were the best I had in San Francisco. It was savory and the buns were soft. So delicious. I then had the Portuguese tarts and I would say it's my personal favorite. It was not too sweet and it was fresh and velvety. It was smooth and tasty. It wasn't flakey like most of them in SF. This place is also the go to place to get customize cakes. They are closed on Tuesday and it's cash only . I now only wonder where is Mrs.Bread ? They have the Cream, Curry Beef, Pineapple, Taro , Tuna "Bun " and other pastries which are well "done" and the Portuguese egg tart is my favorite "one " in San Francisco as I enjoy the First day of December on Cyber Monday at the Sunset strip under the "sun" "Mr. Bread "has a good bakery "spread "go here you won't be "misled "when it comes to Portuguese tart the taste is miles "ahead "I feel fortunate to live in San Francisco the place I was Born and "bred " read more

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Mr. Bread for the win! At $2.8 for the Portuguese custard tarts and $2.30 for the egg custard tarts they are perfectly sized treats. You can be satisfied with 1 (or 4..and they are not bite sized.. they're a few bites bigger). To be safe and because I didnt want to share.... I got 6...The 2 of us inhaled them all on the 20 minute drive home. Also they were piping hot..so obviously had to be eaten immediately. So doesn't like these fresh out of the oven. read more

Mr. Bread - 4 Portuguese custard tarts and 2 eggs custard tarts - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've heard good things about this place so decided to stop in to try it out. Egg custard tart: the crust was thin, yet buttery and flaky, however, the custard was not as smooth as other places. Pineapple bun: decent, but I've had better. Wife cake: flaky crust with a good amount of filling Overall, it was good, but I still prefer the bakeries in SF Chinatown in terms of taste and price. That said, this location is much more accessible, especially when it comes to parking. Friendly service. Cash only. read more

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Love coming here for their egg tarts and birthday cakes. Got the ultimate compliment of "it's not too sweet" from my Asian aunties and uncles so this is where I get cake now whenever we have any celebrations. Their egg tarts have the flaky crust (not my personal favorite) but I'll take it because it's not too oily but still buttery. They have the Portuguese and Hong Kong style egg tarts, both are super tasty. read more

Cash only. They are known for the Portuguese egg tarts, but I actually really loved their ham and egg buns. I like how the bread is soft and sweet, and the ham/egg is salty. It makes a good combo. You can buy them à la carte, but remember to bring cash. The line can get long, but I think it moves fairly quickly. Great Chinese bakery in the sunset. (I tried the Portuguese egg tarts years ago, so I can't remember how good they were.) read more

Mr. Bread - Ham and egg bun - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Small mom and pop Cantonese Chinese bakery in the Sunset that reminds you of the early 80's/90's 25c cocktail buns and pineapple buns. I normally get a couple of each, The prices are prices are now at the 2025 rate but the taste is really good still. This place has no seating so it's just a takeout spot. They also have a small fridge with pictures of cakes but I have never tried one. They also make both po tat ( Portuguese custard tarts) and dan tat ( regular custard tarts) . Both are good but I prefer the classic dan tat just because the skin is a little more fluffy and less crispy and the custard is more moist. People order half or dozens of both so you can't go wrong. On the weekends there is usually a line and if you go during the peak time you might have to wait for fresh tarts. They will tell you to come back in 15-20 mins if they are out but will save them for you if you prepay. Cash only spot so bring those dollar bills ( a $20 probably) since you'll get a variety of items here. TLDR; All items are pretty good here. Small lines are expected on weekends and possibly waits for tarts if you going during a peak time. read more

Mr. Bread - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Near-perfection in a tart. What more is there to say? Sure, they have a small selection of other pastries, but the star of the show (by a highway mile) is the Portuguese Custard Tart--a masterclass in taking a basic concept & executing flawlessly on the fundamentals. The perfect amount of flakiness in the crust, the right amount of buttery without being oily or overly greasy, fresh custard, served warm(!). My mouth is watering just thinking about it. And a steal at $2.80 per tart (cash only). Bring lots of cash from the ATM. Exercise restraint. You'll want to keep coming back for more. read more

Mr. Bread - Coconut custard pastry. Despite the name, no custard. Moist, fresh, and the perfect amount of coconut! $2.50. - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I was in the mood for some buns, so I stopped by Mr. Bread. There was a short line when I went but it went by quickly. This is a great spot to pick up a box of baked goods. Everything is reasonably priced and yummy. I got a few pineapple buns, barbeque pork buns, egg tarts, Portuguese egg tarts, and ham & egg bun. They are cash only! read more

Mr. Bread - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

When visiting San Francisco and looking to avoid the crowds, come to the Outer Sunset and try their Portuguese tarts! They're life-changing and the classic egg tarts are just as good. I like them when they are hot and ready. This bakery offers all the traditional Hong Kong baked goods you'd expect, from pineapple buns and BBQ pork buns to cocktail buns... they have it all. Make sure to always have cash on you. I rode the N line all the way to realize I didn't have any cash and they would not take card nor Apple Pay. read more

My favorite!!! Love coming here for cha siew baos and dan tats. Love that they sell both regular and Portuguese. Get your cash ready and try to come at an odd hour to avoid the lines read more

Cash only - this place is average in my opinion, even for their egg tarts which is their speciality! Tried the pineapple bun, coconut bun, and portuguese and egg tarts but I felt like all breads/baked goods were underwhelming. Nothing was extremely soft or fluffy or flavorful. I went pretty early in the morning (maybe 7:30/8am) but things weren't warm. I would equate this quality to sheng kee honestly. read more

Everyone talks about their Portuguese tarts which yes are good and basically all their egg tarts sell out quick. Their baos, dare I say, are equally just as good. Their pineapple buns are so good. The pork buns are full of meat and so satisfying. Lastly, the taro buns, for a taro Queen is pretty up there. Tons of taro inside. Don't sleep on Mr Bread Baos. They're def fire! read more

Mr. Bread - Taro Buns!! - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Was walking through Taraval to look for something to drink, and stumbled upon this small mom and pop bakery. I've walked passed this place many times and always wondered how small businesses like this have lasted for so long, until today. I was definitely able to grab a water bottle, but also thought why not try one of their pastries. There I saw some fresh baked Portuguese Egg Tarts and thought I definitely had to try one! It was warm, jiggly like a souffle, and so smoooth with every bite! I made the mistake of only buying one, but if you're looking for a damn good egg tart, this is the place! Make sure to bring cash because it's cash only! read more

Mr. Bread - Fresh Portuguese egg tart - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is our go-to Chinese bakery for sponge cake--and it never disappoints. We've been coming here for years for every special occasion: birthdays, Mother's Day, holidays--you name it. The sponge cake is our absolute favorite. We've ordered both the 8-inch round and the 1/4 sheet, and they're always a hit. The cake is fluffy, soft, and fresh. The fruit on top is refreshing (although I do wish the middle tier of the cake had more fruits), and the whipped cream is light and not overly sweet. The flavors are perfectly balanced. We always call a few days in advance to place our order and schedule a pickup time. The bakery is small, but they run things very efficiently. There's no dedicated parking lot, so we usually find street parking or have someone wait in the car while picking it up. They also sell other Chinese baked goods, and everything we've tried has been very good--tasty and reasonably priced. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for fresh, delicious Chinese sponge cake and classic bakery items! read more

Mr. Bread - Chinese sponge cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wonderful neighborhood bakery in Outer Sunset! Ordered the strawberry sheet cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was well appreciated by all! Flavors are so light, fresh and importantly, not too sweet. Service was so friendly and welcoming and prices are reasonable. Highly recommend! read more

I would've never known about this compact family-run bakery on Taraval were it not for a local food vlogger named Mei Mei, who drove her mom all around the city to try all the available custard tarts. After going to all the usual suspects in Chinatown and elsewhere, most of which I've tried, they stopped here and raved about the tarts. OK, that was enough of an incentive for me to take the L line over. Well, on my first visit, I didn't get here until about fifteen minutes before closing. I should've known they'd be sold out of tarts. Since the owner caught me looking forlorn, I impulsively bought two items, the $2.50 Coconut Strudel, a flaky and spongey pastry shaped like a thick stick (photo: https://yelp.to/Oy6uNnWCpF). The other was the $2.50 Custard Horn. Although bigger than a tart, it made a nice substitute (photo: https://yelp.to/Lf-7jwN-vY). Both were satisfying treats, but hey, they weren't tarts. That didn't happen until today when I found myself in Parkside at lunchtime. It dawned on me that I could finally get a tart. Sure enough, they had them fresh on a tray on top of their display case. They had Egg Custard Tarts and Portuguese Custard Tarts, so for only $4.90, I bought one of each. They shared a thin, flaky shell. The plain egg one had a perfectly smooth custard filing (photo: https://yelp.to/PlcQMQDtyq), while the Portuguese one had a nice toasted top that lent a welcome texture to the tart (photo: https://yelp.to/xizR5mxluF). Thanks Mei Mei, and thank your mom. FOOD - 5 stars...I'm giving it up for the tarts AMBIANCE - 3 stars...a bit ramshackle but cozy SERVICE - 4.5 stars...industrious and friendly TOTAL - 5 stars...give me another Portuguese tart RELATED - Exploring the Sunset? Here's my collection of places l've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2El8elJ read more

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Mr. Bread is worth visiting only for their Portuguese egg tarts and Hong Kong-style egg tarts--these are the standout items and the only reason I'd return. The tarts are fresh, flaky, and not overly sweet, striking the right balance of flavors and textures that make a great egg custard tart. Beyond that, the other baked goods don't impress. I always do a standard comparison by trying the BBQ bun, ham and egg bun, and egg tarts to gauge a bakery's overall quality. The ham and egg bun lacked sauce, making it dry compared to what other Chinese bakeries offer, and the portion of ham and egg was very minimal. The BBQ bun was unexpectedly salty rather than the usual sweet-savory balance--possibly just an off batch, but still disappointing. This is a takeout-focused spot with no seating inside, so it's mainly for quick pickups or catering orders. Parking is metered street parking nearby, which can be a bit of a hassle at busy times. On the positive side, the bakery is clean, family-owned, and the staff is friendly. If I come back, it'll only be for the egg tarts. read more

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Seriously the BEST potats (portugese custard tarts) in SF! I was recommended this place by my friend who'd been coming here since childhood. Once I tried their potat there was no going back. It's a typical asian bakery that had no seating inside (cash only!) I've also gotten their curry beef bun which is also very yummy. Been wanting to try their corn bun but it's always sold out Note: they sometimes close for a couple days without notice (sign on door) so I've gone there twice before where I left sad read more

Mr. Bread - portugese custard tart - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Love the Portuguese egg tarts here! There's usually a line but it moves pretty quickly. You order at the front and they'll take down your phone number if the item isn't immediately available. The Portuguese egg tarts have a flaky crust, and the filling is light, creamy, and satisfying. If you eat it too quickly, though, it might taste like scrambled eggs. Note that it is cash only and there is metered street parking available. read more

THE BEST (Portuguese) EGG TARTS I HAVE EVER HAD! Whenever I make the trip to SF, I make it a point to stop by and grab at least 2 dozen! I usually freeze the rest and warm it up when I am craving some Portuguese egg tart! read more

Love that they have fresh egg custard's frequently so it's always fresh to eat. They do have a good selection of other baked goods to buy such as the pineapple buns, Portuguese pies, etc. read more

In the streets of the sunset district in San Francisco is Mr. Bread Bakery. This quaint mom and pop shop has one of the best Egg Tarts I have ever had. I ordered three of both their Portuguese, and Chinese style egg tarts, and both left a very lasting impression on me. The Portuguese egg tart was rich, creamy, and lightly caramelized on top. And the Chinese style custard had that classic silky smooth filling. Perfectly sweet without being to overpowering, a melt in your mouth texture. Both encased in their buttery flaky crusts that made every scrumptious. If you are ever in the area I cannot encourage you enough to stop by and grab yourself a sweet treat or two. Or three. read more

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Thanks to my Uber Yelp friend AL L, Mr.Bread came up on the radar when I asked who had the best Chinese egg tarts. Of course Golden Gate came up. ...I was surprised to hear of this previously unknown bakery to me as his and his wife's favorite stop. So of course had to get there to try them! During a particular day filled with food collecting, sightseeing, and Yelp event attending in the city, Kyra K and I made it to Mr.Bread. The bakery is very unassuming; even easy to miss. Do yourself a favor and don't! We got there soon after lunch and already found the egg custard tarts all out. "Five minutes wait five minutes okay?" After ordering a sampling of Portuguese tarts, coconut tarts, and "almost ready" egg custard tarts, waited off to the side. While waiting the small store filled up fast! And one after another, their selections sold out. Enjoyed taking them to a park to sample with friends, then some home to share with family. While the Portugese tarts were all my friends favorite with the brulee like topping. My cousin hands down favored the coconut tart. For me it was the less sweet, absolutely custardy egg tart. Good problem to have... something for everyone! For the tarts...five stars! Agree, Mr.Bread added into my new rotation of "must stops" while in the city. Love that the shop is outside of Chinatown on Taraval St and definitely easier parking. read more

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While hanging out together, my friend Li Y. mentioned hearing great things about Mr. Bread's egg tarts. With the whole day ahead and being in the area, I insisted on taking us so we could check out the acclaimed shop! The bakery is a true local, mom-and-pop, hole-in-the-wall shop! Very unassuming both inside and outside with a small bakery display case and a storefront to squeeze around 6 people. Known for their egg tarts, you can see other baked goods displayed as well as a menu. The ladies working were efficient and cordial at packing the other. Depending on the time of day and what you want, you may have to wait for things to come out of the oven. I'll be real, I don't like the taste or texture of sweet custard--being dairy-free it's in my favor to avoid it. With my kind friend Li Y. graciously picking out the baked goods and paying for us, we decided to sample. Though I don't like egg tarts, the ones at Mr. Bread surprised me! Their Portuguese Custard Tarts are mind-blowing delicious, sweet, and flaky. The Egg Custard Tart was silky while the Coconut Custard Tart was dense, crumbly, and heavy on the coconut. I found them to be fine but the Portuguese Custard Tart to be the true winner! Though egg tarts aren't necessarily my favorite thing, they might be for you! If that's the case, Mr. Bread on Taraval is a must for those in the city and Bay Area try! I know I'll be recommending it to my friends. The location is small but somewhat easy to find with metered or neighborhood parking around. read more

Mr. Bread - Portuguese Custard Tarts and Coconut Custard Tarts - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

11/2/2024 Dan Tat, egg tarts, or custard tarts as we call them; are nostalgia in a bite. These eggy sweet goodness are confections that can be found in many bakeries nowadays. These question is; how many are them that are actually good? Where: this hidden gem is located in the Sunset District on 19th Avenue and Taraval. This district is primarily an enclave for the Chinese. One would say that this is a classic mom and pop run establishment akin to a hole in the wall. This bakery is also not hyped, meaning it flys under the radar. What: this bakery produces most classic Chinese baked goods from cream cakes to baked baos, but I came here for one thing only, or two since their egg tarts come in two varieties. The tarts: the classic dan tart has a crisp shell that's lavished with lard (yes, lard as opposed to butter), and has a jiggly custard that's sweetened. The second type of egg tart, comes from Portugal, where the custard is browned, and the custard is more jiggly. The comparison: San Francisco has another bakery famed for their dan tats, but that they're not always in operation. How do the two compare? Golden Gate Bakery's dan tats, like the macaron, prices go up annually; rich buttery shell, and jiggly custard that tastes like condensed milk. Mr. Bread's dan tat is similar, though the shell isn't as buttery; but the size, flavor, and overall lower price point - makes their dan tat a worthy contender. Is the hype real? Those looking for a Golden Gate Bakery dan tat will certainly like those from Mr. Bread. As this bakery flys under the radar, there's not so much of a line here. Do bring cash as there is no credit or tap to pay options. Final Thoughts: I bought a box of 9 to fill, 4 classic and 5 Portuguese - to share and to devour myself. I left two to chill overnight and reheated it; I was impressed as the tart remained fresh tasting. Other bakery dan tats that I've had, the texture and flavor goes south overnight. Definitely worth visiting if ever in the area. read more

Mr. Bread - Classic & Portuguese style egg tarts. - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Forgot to mention toddlers in the neighborhood know to toddle to the front of the line :served and acknowledged by the elderly grandpa like owner with treats. SO Cute. read more

3.5 based on custard tarts Egg custard tart: $2.30 3.5*. Crust was ok, less flaky than GG. Custard was good. GG bakery is the dan tat OG tho in Chinatown which is challenging to get to & well worth the hassle. Portugese custard tart: $2.60 solid 3*. Crust was ok, different than egg tart. Custard was good, a bit too sweet for my taste. Both were kept on a warming tray, which is a plus bc custard tarts are best warm. read more

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I love their egg tarts. Soft and sweet egg custard with flaky buttery crust. $2.30 for 1 egg tart. Cash only Sweetest cashier Lots of yummy pastries Meter parkings read more

Mr. Bread - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

A solid asian bakery! and nearby stern grove festival area. cash only and the owner was very kind. - portugese egg tart was delectable. flavor was on point! - banana cakes were very interesting and new to me. slightly sweet and doughy, but addicting - taro and beef curry pastries were classic like what you'd expect but nothing mind blowing read more

Mr. Bread - egg tart - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

A dozen Portuguese egg tarts is our order every time we come. I crave it all the time. They only accept cash. read more

I tried this place has good bread all the time and also all the bread they have is my favorite to make my own sandwiches..

I got an egg tart here and the Portuguese egg tart. I preferred the regular egg tart because the Portuguese one was too sweet. Cash only

I recently discovered this spot thanks to my sister, who's been a regular for a while. Knowing my love for egg tarts, she insisted I try their Portuguese egg tarts. When I arrived, there was a line out the door--a good sign for any bakery. The place is small, with a standing area and no tables, so it's more of a grab-and-go kind of spot. The staff was friendly and helped me with my order, even though I arrived around 3 PM and most items were sold out. Fortunately, they had another tray of egg tarts available. After trying numerous bakeries, I can confidently say these egg tarts are among the best. I'd rate them a solid 5/5. I'll definitely be back and can't wait to share this hidden gem with others. Only con is that parking can be tough so make sure to be prepared for that. read more

Mr. Bread - Portuguese Egg Tart - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Mr Bread offers some authentic Chinese bakery treats. The bakery has a very down-to-earth vibe and the prices are reasonable. The owner is friendly, which makes the experience even better. I would definitely come back for the Chinese bakery items, especially their egg tarts and Portuguese tarts. read more

Baked bbq pork buns. Awesome. Two to go; and Im good. Fresh. Tad pricy for the pork bun world but for the sunset its do-able. Still recommend. read more