Such a great find in Poway! This bakery is an absolute gem--everything was so clean, organized, and beautifully displayed, which made the whole experience even better. You can really tell they take pride in what they do, especially since all their breads and pastries are made in-house. We ordered the full stack (10/10)--it was incredibly fluffy, moist, and just perfect. Easily one of the best I've had. The Reuben was also delicious (8/10), with fresh, crispy bread that really brought everything together. Of course, we couldn't leave without grabbing a few pastries to go, and they did not disappoint! On top of the amazing food, the staff were all so kind and polite, which made the visit even more enjoyable. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

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I've now noticed this issue for the third time visiting O'Brien Bakery in Poway. The cashier and the staff member who brought out the food both seemed very overwhelmed, which affected the overall experience. Unfortunately, the butter served with my order was moldy. I returned it, and to his credit, the staff member who took it back was very kind and apologetic. That interaction made a difference and is the reason I'm not giving this place a one-star review. I hope management addresses both the quality control and staffing concerns, as this bakery has potential but needs more consistency. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Moldy butter - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

Stopped by to try this place since I was in town.i got there at 7:08 am. They open at 7:am. The line was down the parking lot. Granted the parking lot is not that big,still what time do you need to arrive. When researching the reviews, I didn't see anything about the long lines,or needing to arrive early. As for the food. I came back later. I was able to pick up a loaf and some sweets. With all of the quality bakeries around San Diego,I'm not sure if it was worth the wait read more

This bakery is located in an industrial park in Poway. Parking was horrible, almost none existent. We parallel parked on the street, it says no parking, luckily we didn't get a ticket. Food was okay, my hubby and son liked their sandwiches. I really don't see myself wanting to go back. read more

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Omg these pastries are HUUUGE! I secretly, only slightly, wished they were smaller so that I could sample a few. The brioche cinnamon roll had a lovely crunch to the soft buttery brioche texture. I love cinnamon so do wish there was a higher filling to bread ratio, but osrsonal preference. Also ordered rhe cinnamon croissant. Nothing special, but very yummy. read more

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This isn't our first time eating at O'Briens--we've already had brunch here before, but it's our first time having dinner with them. Let me tell you--the vibe is a bit more chill at night, but the food, the service, the staff? Still as superb as we experienced back when we had brunch here. All the staff we encountered during our dinner were so incredibly sweet and friendly. We never had to wait for someone to check in on us; they periodically asked if we needed anything or how our food was without being overbearing. And the chef--Chef Carlos Vargas--even went up to our table to ask how we liked our food! It was so thoughtful and certainly made our dinner much more special, and we were already having such a great time with full bellies as it was. The food--there's no question about it. So incredibly delicious and tasty! Even the desserts were so scrumptious. I'm beyond happy they still had some of their goodies at the bakery when we got there, so we got some sweets from there for our dessert. What we tried: White Lobster Mac And Cheese - 6/5 Hands down the best one I've ever had. Because this isn't your typical mac and cheese. There's so many layers of flavor to it. It's so cheesy and creamy without being overly salty. They don't skimp out on the lobster chunks either. The depth of flavor on this dish is just double chef's kiss! You won't want to stop eating it. Pomodoro Bianca Fettuccine with shrimp - 4.5/5 One of my favorite pasta dishes. Perfectly paired with the shrimp! Although you also have the option to either not have any protein at all or add chicken instead of shrimp. Very yummy and again, chef's kiss! Grilled Crab & Artichoke Sando - 4/5 Very filling and a great meal on its own. The crab was so sweet since it's in season right now. The bread they used was so delicious and perfectly toasted too. Iced Latte - 5/5 Amazing--my kind of latte! Creamy, but still very bold with that intense coffee flavor. I usually have my lattes sweeter, but I absolutely loved this one even without any sweetener added. Strawberry Oreo Cheesecake - 5/5 Unctuous and silky smooth creaminess, but refreshing at the same time! The strawberry flavor was very prominent in the cheesecake, but not too sweet. Safe to say this didn't last very long after we started digging into it. Turtle Pie - 4/5 Very delectable, but simple and nothing too unique about it. The cream was very smooth and yummy, especially when eaten with the chocolate cookie crust. They do have restrooms and although there's only one stall, it's so pristine--very clean and smells so good. I mean the whole entire place is always so clean and inviting as it is, any time of day we visit them. Overall, O'Brien's dinner is just as awesome as their brunch and I'm already looking forward to the next time we'll be back here! read more

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Went to brunch on Saturday morning and were lucky enough to snag a seat upstairs. You walk in and order at the counter. Displays of beautiful looking pastries are tempting. This time we went for savory and ordered from the menu. Food was delicious, served quickly and hot. The breakfast sandwich for me and pastrami sandwich for my husband. We also got a bottle of bubbles for some mimosas. The staff were very friendly. Love that they give you a locator puck so the food and beverages are brought to you. The gentlemen bussing tables and bringing food were so attentive and accommodating to all the patrons. Will be back, and will make sure to come early before the crowds. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

Every time I eat here, I am pleased no matter what I order. This time I enjoyed pancakes and bacon with the hallelujah coffee. All the food is consistently delicious and there's a huge variety of pastries. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Pancakes, bacon, and hallelujah cofffee - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

Food was delicious. I had the peppered pastrami sandwich. Not a lot of tables inside and about 4 large picnic tables outside. Only reason for 4 stars is it's a little overpriced and you place your order then find a table. Not a true sit down place to enjoy a meal. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Peppered Pastrami - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

I've had this place bookmarked for years and finally made it out here today. The pastries, cakes, cookies and bread on display all look so tempting; but we came for brunch. I had the corned beef hash and eggs (corned beef, 3 eggs any style, home-style potatoes and hollandaise sauce on top of sourdough bread). It was definitely a hearty and delicious meal. I tasted a bit of the lobster roll: it had an ample amount of lobster and the grilled roll was fresh, light and buttery. Service was ok: they forgot to bring us the mimosas we ordered, then offered a complimentary pastry for their error & the wait, but then forgot to bring the said pastry... Covered picnic table seating outside, and indoor dining area on the 2nd floor. While you're on the upper level, you can view the employees hard at work in the bakery below. read more

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I stopped to get lunch at Obriens as I have heard many coworkers say they have some of the best bread and pastries. I ordered the chicken pesto sandwich. The ordered system may have not worked correctly since I asked for a side salad instead of kettle chips but still had kettle chips with my sandwich. The homemade focaccia bread that was used to make the sandwich was very flavorful and soft. The pesto aioli was a great compliment to the overall sandwich. I didn't order pastries this time but I will have to try them next time! read more

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Oh hell yeah!! This is the best in Poway! I had the ham and cheese croissant so dam good. This croissant was warmed I cut in half the jamón is so delicious and not a lot of cheese perfect We walk in and pick up a menu but I passed it up and started drooling as Locked eye with a gorgeous bunch of desserts in a case I locked eyes with ham & cheese. I didn't have breakfast and I had early appt. 1chai hot with oat milk 1 Mexican mocha hot Cheddar and chive biscuits and gravy That's excellent biscuits and gravy she said I agree soft biscuits and creamy gravy with great flavor We walk up stairs it was warm up there But I was in a moment. Feeding my soul After we went to see what left all the almond croissants were gone okay I like the story i read up stairs how Escobar now own's this beautiful O'Brien's Boulanger It's so good After we pick out. Bear claw Almond paste inside with a flaky delicate french dough. I danced in my chair as bit into this We also brought home Guava Jewel So delicate and delicious too read more

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O'Brien's has become one of our local favorite spots. The food, drinks and pastries are incredible and the staff is always so friendly. Love the recent upgrades they did to the upstairs seating area. We also love that we can see the bread production from the updates window. When you visit be sure to take time to read about the business' story, it's incredible. 10/10 recommend! Totally forgot to get any pictures of our food because we just dug right in. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

O'Brien's what a cute restaurant. I came here with a group of friends after our morning hike at potato chip. I order a breakfast burrito. Super delicious!! I also order their mimosas and let me say after the 2nd one I was feeling very happy lol. We took 2 boxes of pastries to go. Omg they were so delicious we finished them in 3 days. Love all their sweet pastries, must try them all. Service was friendly and fast. Easy transaction!! Parking was a little thigh however they do have additional parking on the back!! read more

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Suggested this place by a coworker and oh my what a great recommendation. I went 2x in 1 week. I tried the chocolate croissant, brioche cinnamon roll, ube cheesecake and a lavender matcha latte. Everything taste as amazing as it looks. I wish I could have tried more but my waistline would disagree. Loved the almond croissant and the cheesecake was divine. The cinnamon warmed up for 20 seconds is perfection. I will say I wasn't a fan of the chocolate croissant. Yet the matcha was made well. Quaint decor with both indoor and outdoor seating. I cant wait to visit again and try more menu options. read more

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What an absolute treat! My coworker and I dropped by for a quick breakfast and it was delicious. This place had a good amount of indoor and outdoor seating, and they served you the food to your table and it came very quickly. The seating was wherever you liked, all you had to do was simply placethe buzzer they give you on the center of the table. It was like magic! We had the Hallelujah latte which was similar to a Mexican hot chocolate, not overly sweet, and you can taste coffee still. I got the seasonal latte, a Floral Creme Brulee latte. It tasted quite nice, definitely floral notes, a crunchy top, and could still taste the coffee. Would recommend if you're into a floral latte! As for the pastries, I found the Cheese Guava Danish to be super tasty! It tasted very fresh and soft, and the flavors were truly delightful. The pistachio croissant was new for me! It smelled of a pandan aroma, however, I might not get it toasted next time. I think it's more photogenic before the pistachio topping gets browned. But regardless, it was delicious. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Seasonal Creme Brulee latte, Hallelujah latte, Cheese Guava Danish, Pistachio Croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

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I've been here a few times already and it's always worth the drive inland for their food! They have an array of pastries in the case and each one is beautifully crafted. I love the Jesuit croissant which has custard and slivers of almonds. The food from the menu is also amazing! Service is great but I would recommend ordering online if you can because there's always a line on the weekend. They bring the food to you but you bus your own table. The avocado toast trio was delicious and filling. I can't wait to go back and try other things. read more

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In the middle of no where. But it is a great place to get some pastries and treats. We visited at lunch time after poway farmers market and train ride. The kids love the sweet cake. read more

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A cute breakfast spot in the middle of the poway business park. This place has plenty of seating outside and two levels inside. Parking lot is limited but there's another dirt lot that seems to be the customers self-made parking as you have to drive over a curb to get to it. I ordered the short rib Benedict, which at 19.99 I felt that it was a solid portion size for the price! The Benedict was solid, the short rib meat was nice and tender. The potatoes were under seasoned in my opinion. My friends got the breakfast croissant and the lobster omelet and really enjoyed them both! They had lots of beautiful pastries at checkout which I want to try next time! read more

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@obriensbakerysd has such a cozy vibe that perfectly matches the holiday season. The food was delicious--I loved my avocado toast, and the idea of offering three different kinds of toast is such a fun touch. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the Poway area! read more

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Been here several times and never disappointed. The presentation of the pastries is fantastic and there are many to choose from. This time I had the chocolate brownie cake with a macchiato and both were superb! Seating can sometimes be a little tough when it gets crowded but people cycle through fairly quickly. You bring a locator to your table and then they find you very fast with your items not long after. There are tables upstairs and downstairs and an overwatch hallway on the upper floor where you can watch the bakers baking. Always enjoy that! read more

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What a hidden gem! I only discovered this place since my friends and I hiked near its proximity. Parking was easy, they have their own designated lot. You order at the cashier, they hand you a pager that you place on a barcode, you seat yourself and once the food is ready they serve you and take the pager. It's a system that worked when I visited. The decor is beautiful. Lots of picture-worthy spots! Food: Avocado Toast Trio: This was tasty, but I prefer my avocado not completely mashed up. Mushroom Soup: Delicious Cinnamon Honey Latte: Loved it! Ultimate Breakfast Croissant: Delicious I want to come back to try more things in their menu. read more

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I love this place for their pastries and their delicious breakfast items! Brioche Custard is typically my go-to and my boyfriend loves their bread pudding. The breakfast burrito is on the pricier side but I always take home leftovers and it's so good. I don't typically like red salsa but both salsas compliment the burrito perfectly. The bagel is a HUGE portion and absolutely delicious. The short rib inside the bagel is insanely tender. Service is great, they bring your order to you. There's always plenty of water, hot sauce, etc. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

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Amazing choices of pastries available. I got some togo and love the togo boxes. So pretty! I got cubano panini and it was a lot. I only had half and rest to go. Sittings available outside and inside upstairs. From upstairs you can view part of the bread making processes. It's pretty neat! Once ordered, they bring the food out to you. Parking is limited. read more

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Came here for brunch with my mom and we enjoyed every bite. You order at the counter and they give you a buzzer that you place on your table. They bring the food out to you. We ordered the full stack pancakes and meat lover's omelet as well as a latte and pastries to go. Pancakes were fluffy and melt in your mouth. They remind me of Roscoe's waffles (IYKYK) and the omelet had a delicious gravy we didn't expect. I'd love to come back and try more of their menu items. read more

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I've been coming here for years. One of my favorite breakfast spots (and "work" /meeting spots) and starting Feb. 11, 2026 they will be serving dinner... will definitely have to come and try that! They have an amazing selection of pastries as well as great breakfast/brunch options. I think I've tried "almost" all of the pastries and a good portion of their breakfast options... the corned beef hash is AMAZING! Most of their pastry prices are fairly reasonable.. $5-10. Today I had a guava cheese danish with drop house coffee and it was about $10. My only gripe would be that their drip coffee is on the pricier side (I think almost $5) and there are no refills Love their decor and their choice of music is always on point! They have extra seating upstairs and you can see their "bakery area" from upstairs. Their service is always impeccable. There is one girl in particular who is the most friendliest, always has a smile on her face and has a pleasantry about her, her name is Theresa. I see her here every time I come here (I was even here the first day she started) and from day one.. she has always been nothing but AMAZING! Love this place! read more

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A local at the poway farmers market recommended O'Brien's to us for their sourdough bread and we had to try all their other food too! They have so many wonderful bread and pastries downstairs and a gorgeous upstairs seating area with a view of their bakery too. Service is quick and they bring out food super fast. Tables are usually clean and well kept too. One of our morning brunch spots in the northern SD area read more

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I can't believe i never heard about this place when it's been here for so long. At first I thought this was just a bakery, and went to get some bread and check out the pastries. I was pleasantly surprised to see that they also had breakfast and a few lunch items, and the menu looked very good. I have since been a few times. The parking here can be a challenge as the lot is pretty small and it gets busy, especially on the weekends. From my experience going earlier is better. They have a variety of different breads that you can get in either a sliced loaf, or baguette. I have had the sliced sourdough loaf and we used it to make some Patty melts, and it worked perfectly for that. We had breakfast on one occasion and I tried the biscuits and gravy which were really good. The biscuits reminded me of a cheddar bay biscuit, as they were very soft and fluffy and had a similar tasty flavor to them. I would order these again, and was also thinking to ask if I could order just the biscuits separately since they were so good. They sometimes have limited time menus, from which I ordered a tostada chilaquiles dish that I also really enjoyed. It was a different take on a classic dish, and it had a good flavor and was not too spicy or soggy. You order at the counter for whatever breakfast items you want, and they will bring it to your table. There is very little seating downstairs maybe only a table or two, but there is a pretty large area upstairs with lots more seating. They also have self-service water for free, and bottles of Tapatio that you can use. When you go upstairs you can also look down into there of an area where they bake the bread. I've tried several different pastries, and they we're all very good and tasted fresh. The croissants are crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside just like they should be. I noticed they also had lobster rolls on the menu, which I am excited to go back and try. I would definitely suggest checking this place out for both their baked goods and their breakfast items. read more

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A very quaint & cute spot. Two stories with dining outside and upstairs. The pastry offerings were just as amazing as their food offerings. They do offer drinks, cocktails, and speciality coffee. I ordered the lobster roll and it was delicious! My friend ordered the chicken and biscuits and the chicken and wild rice soup. Service was quick, would definitely come back again! read more

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So this is unacceptable and gross. The fries were so hard and could barely be chewed. The chicken tenders were also impossible to chew and clearly overcooked. I have a better time eating over priced chicken tenders at a music festival than ordering from here. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Chicken Tenders & Fries - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

Where do I even start? I absolutely love this bakery. It's been a tradition for my mom and me to come here for birthdays and special occasions, even though it's a bit of a drive for us. The food, desserts, bread, and drinks are always amazing. The bakery super cute with so many incredible looking desserts. It's always clean with a very aesthetic upstairs lounge. My latte was delicious, and my mom loved her matcha. But the customer service? Honestly, it's terrible. Every cashier or server I've interacted with has had the most unpleasant attitude. It's like being rude is part of the job description. We ordered one dessert to share and the avocado trio (which was super tasty) and sat upstairs like we always do. But no one offered extra plates or utensils, even though it was obvious we were sharing. Our server passed by multiple times and noticed we were struggling, but never brought anything. I finally went downstairs to ask for a plate and utensils and was met with more attitude. When we finished, the same server walked by our small table piled with dishes and didn't offer to clear them, I had to ask. My mom and I just decided to enjoy our food and ignore the bad service, but honestly, it kind of ruined the experience. Maybe it's not a big deal to some, but good customer service matters. I love this place, but it might be our last visit unless things improve. Please do better, or hire someone to train your staff on kindness. If you want great food but don't mind terrible service, this is your spot. read more

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Aloha my friends! Drove out to do some grocery shopping at Costco in Poway and found this gem of a spot a few blocks north on the corner of Parkway Centre Drive and Stowe Drive. I dropped in to see what type of baked goods were offered and was quite surprised at the variety that was available. Customer service was fast and friendly.. The first thing that caught my eye was a Cinnamon roll. I decided it was what I wanted to try. The Cinnamon roll was topped with a generous amount of icing and was fresh, fluffy and sweet with just the right blend of cinnamon and spice. It was a delicious treat and definitely one that you could share with another person. There were plenty of other goodies in the bakery case, but I'll have to save it for another visit. I'll be back to try their selection of coffee and baked goods. read more

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4.5-5. Came for both brunch and lunch. Brunch was delicious!!!! Lunch items...not so much. I did eat in for brunch vs take out for lunch though. Brunch items were all so good. Lobster omelette was absolutely amazing and so good for the price. The sauce on top of it pair perfectly. Potatoes were cooked perfectly with it being soft inside but also crispy on the outside. Avocado toast trio was great as well. Short rib Benedict and breakfast burritos were not bad but the star definitely lobster omelette. Their coffees are good too. For lunch, we got the BLTA and surf and turf cali burrito. Both were underwhelming and burrito lacked flavor. Overall great customer service and overall super cutesy vibe! Plenty of parking in the back. Would def come back just to try more brunch items! read more

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This place has apparently become really popular on social media & a friend of ours recommended it for brunch so we decided to try it out. Upon arrival, the parking lot is very small, hardly any parking space. There is a dirt lot but if you don't have a lifted vehicle you can forget about that area as a possible parking lot. We parked on the street & walked across, the line was literally out the door. It seemed to move at a decent pace. As I waited in line I noticed there is hardly any seating too. There is an upstairs & downstairs but hardly a decent amount of tables between the two levels. We get to the register to order & for the two of us it was about $95 (with military discount). We also got a couple of their pastries to go. They have a display of various beautiful pastries and sweets to order/ look at while you wait in line to get to the register. The cashier was okay, she took our order & made sure our to go items were boxed up & the other items in our order were to dine in. The portions here are pretty good I'd say. The food was pretty good but my favorite thing was the cinnamon roll French toast. Absolute must try! The hazelnut latte was pretty good too. When you pay they give you a buzzer that you place on a card that is installed in the table so that the food runner can locate you quickly which is pretty great, I've never seen that before. Overall this place was good, my friends all had good things to say about their orders. We will be back again sometime to try other menu items. read more

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Decided to make the drive up to the Poway area for breakfast. This breakfast joint is located in an industrial area of Poway. The restaurant was very clean and had a pleasant decor and ambiance. The staff was very friendly and helpful. My honey cinnamon latte was yummy. My daughter's corned beef hash and eggs and my wife's avocado toast trio hit the spot. This is the second time I got their bread pudding and it did not disappoint. I'll definitely make a return trip read more

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Yo, I had the Corned beef hash breakfast and it was sooo good. The corned beef literally melted in my mouth. Not overly salty. Hollandaise sauce on top was beautiful. And literally the BEST sourdough I've ever had!!!! 10/10. The building was pretty, I like how there were two stories and you can sit wherever you like. When you order, you get a buzzer and then you place it on the table. Service was really really friendly and the place was packed around noon. Would def recommend checking this place out. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Pesto Turkey - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

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I recently visited O'Brien Boulangerie in Poway for breakfast (twice this month) and it was great experience! The bakery has an amazing selection of pastries that perfectly complement their drinks. I tried a lavender latte with my recent visit and it do taste lavender. I tasted their cup of coffee no sugar it was great as well. Their bakery got assortments. It is not that sweet for the most part. They got teas as well to complement your breakfast here or pastry run. For breakfast, I opted for the biscuit with gravy and fried chicken, which was very tasty. The chef said it is made in house and their sauce is the bomb. The biscuit was soft, warm, and had a nice fluffiness to it, and the gravy had a great flavor--rich and creamy, just the way I like it almost like I want to dip in some pasta. The fried chicken, however, was a little different from what I expected. It was a thinly pounded and breaded piece, which was still delicious for $8 extra about 4 inch in size with 2mm width? Still, it made for a satisfying combination with the biscuit and gravy. We ate here with friends and they ordered cornbeef hash. Would love to comeback for that! I couldn't help but envy the plates of it going by. Next time, I'm definitely getting that! O'Brien Boulangerie has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, and the staff is friendly and attentive. The bakery items alone are enough to bring me back, but the breakfast menu offers a variety of satisfying options as well. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast or just a quick coffee and pastry, this spot is worth a visit. I can't wait to come back and try the corn beef hash! till next time! be early it gets full quick. you can park on the next lot or at the back. Last option is the street parking. read more

O'Brien's Boulangerie - Bakeries Near Me - Poway, California

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First time here and already a fan. This place was huge and clean. Customer service was amazing. The pastries and coffee were excellent. You order your food and coffee find a spot either outside, downstairs or upstairs. Make sure to come early as they tend to have a line, BUT definitely worth the wait. I cannot wait to come back other items on the menu. Thank you O'Brien's Boulangerie for your hospitality and delicious pastries. read more

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Very refreshing located in a quiet area all by itself. Big variety of menu with items for breakfast, cold and hot sandwiches. We went around lunch time so I got southern fried chicken sandwich which was delicious. Got a croissant( take away) After you order you get a buzzer and the server brings food to your table. Very efficient service. Will go back to have breakfast some day. read more

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They recently added dinner service to their hours so we went to celebrate 2 bdays. We had a party of 7 and were seated immediately in their newly renovated upstairs dining area. Customer svc was 10/10 as always. Their cocktails were delicious and their dinner items were great too. A couple items needed a little more salt/seasoning, but everything tasted freshly made. The server gave us 2 excellent wine pairings and kept coming back at just the right times to check on us. They gave the bdays ladies complimentary cupcakes. The bday cupcake was lovely and the ube was soooo delicious. I'll definitely go back just for the ube cupcake. Chef Carlos (I think that's his name) even came out to say hello which was a nice touch. Their breads and pastries are already amazing. If you haven't already, go check out their dinner service! read more

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