My friend and I stopped by here on New year's to try their bread. It has honestly been a while since I have tried Starbread Bakery so I forgot what exactly was the kind of bread they sold. We got a five piece of the seniorita bread and it was hot and fresh! It's slightly buttery, but also has a sweet honey flavor. The seniorita bread reminds me of Filipino pan de sal. It is like none other, and I think that they are best eaten right away. I do want to come back to try their ube pandesal rolls. The service here was friendly, and there is plenty of parking in the lot. If you are in Poway, I recommend checking this spot out. read more

I appreciate how consistent the Starbread Bakery is when making its famous Senorita Bread. Early morning run for breakfast was delicious. Senorita Bread and Guava pastries were on my radar. Service was fantastic and helpful. When I got the box into the car, the aroma of buttery sweetness permeated throughout the car. I couldn't help myself!!! The Senorita Bread was hot and buttery and sugary sweet and well balanced!!! My advice is to let the Senorita Bread cool down and exercise self-control. My burnt tongue still tasted the delicious Senorita Bread. Great location and plenty of parking. Nice to have in Poway!!! read more

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Food: 4 Service: 3 Ambiance: 4 I was really happy to hear that Starbread Bakery had opened so close to home since I had never tried it before. The space itself is quite small, but it is light, bright, and very clean. When you walk in, you immediately get a whiff of the freshly baked bread, which smells absolutely delicious. The star bread is a Spanish style bread that is not very big and you can easily finish it in three to four bites (or two, depending on your hunger). It is filled with butter and sugar and are quite addicting. I highly recommend eating it while it is hot. It is still good when it cools down, but it is definitely best when it is fresh and warm. It really melts in your mouth. I have also tried the malasadas, the mochi donuts, brownies and other breads. They were all just OK and nothing that really blew me away. The real star here is definitely the star bread, especially when it is freshly made. Service has always been friendly and efficient as well. I have also brought the star bread to a couple of parties and people really enjoyed it. I will definitely be back! read more

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I couldn't wait to try this place after reading the reviews and seeing them on IG. I had a meeting and wanted to bring Starbread for everyone. It's a long drive for me but I was too excited to get their famous warm bread to share with everyone. I ordered two boxes of 20 pieces at $16/box so $32 total for 40 pieces. The bread was warm and fresh when packaged . I took a quick pic and was surprised at the smaller size. It kinda reminded me of Oscars breadsticks (anyone remember those?!) or Olive garden breadsticks. The bread was still warm when I got to meeting. I waited anxiously for everyone to try and to my amazement no one said omg these are the best things ever. It was mostly 'yeah, it's alright' or 'just ok' and 'there's no wow factor'. So maybe the hype was a bit much (esp from me to them). I wouldn't go back to purchase more unless I was in the area and someone really wanted them. Otherwise I was glad to have finally tried them out and give them to others. read more

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A must try ... the seniorita bread is a small, sweet carb bomb. get it hot if you can.... you'll eat 2+ instantly. Cute place with other donut options too. Service was fine. I also tried the ube cheese filled purple bread... yum. cool to have this place in our little city of Poway. read more

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Planning ahead of time is key. Knowing how many people will feast on these warm, buttery bread. Then factor in that each person will want to enjoy at least 5. YES that's right, 5 PER PERSON. And that's being on the lighter side. TRUST ME on this. Once you enter, you are greeted by the cashier who will ask you how many senorita bread aka Spanish bread you want, you best be ready. He/she grabs the corresponding box, rings you up, then goes to the back to retrieve these freshly baked rolls. You will definitely eat 2-3 rolls before getting to your destination. Other items sold, different flavored mochi donuts. We tried the matcha one, but I prefer it to be more mochi in texture than doughy. They also sell malasadas but being from Hawaii I prefer my malasadas fresh out of the fryer so I passed on trying theirs as it was sitting in their display case. Their ube filled Spanish roll was okay. Mainly will return over and over again for their senorita bread. read more

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Surprised I never heard about this place before and was more than impressed by the starbread, they let me sample a hot fresh piece and was surprised how amazing it was. I told a lot of my friend's and colleagues that live in San Diego about it and they all knew but failed to tell me. :-) They said there is a 2nd location in Chula Vista, looks like I will have to pay that place a visit too. Super Delicious! read more

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REVIEW FOR ONLY THE SEÑORITA BREAD Customer service: 4.0 fast & efficient Senorita bread: 4.4 I must have missed the rush since I was the only person and no line, but it was already 12:30pm. I ordered 40 señorita bread, the young woman disappeared then returned with a large box just for me! Paid and out the door I go... Señorita bread was warm, light, buttery, and sweet even after sitting for an hour in the box. I will gladly return to this location when visiting my brother. read more

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It's all about the Señorita Bread! -Story Time- Me: "How much are you going to eat?" Husband: "3" Me: "Are you sure?" Husband: "yes" Me: "How much are you going to eat?" Kid 1: "2" Me: "Seriously, only 2?" Kid 1: "uh, ok, 3." Me: "How much are you going to eat?" Kid 2: "3" Me: "Okay everyone remember to eat only the number you said your going to eat. Me: "Are you sure....only 3?" Kid 2: "yes" 3+3+3= 9 I purchase a box of 20 senorita bread. Husband: "Why did you buy so much? Your going to eat 11 Senorita bread all on your own?" Me: "yeeeessss!" I fall asleep on the car ride home and decide to continue my nap when we arrive home. When I wake up, I'm excited to eat the Senorita bread. Guess what happend ? :0 They ate ALL of the Senorita bread. My husband saw it all over my face. Husband: "Calm down it's just bread." Me: "Don't you dare tell me to calm down. I asked each person how much pieces of Senorita bread they were going to eat. I didn't eat ANY and now the bakery is closed." I give a 30 minute lecture on how I was the one that wanted the Senorita bread. Kid 1: "Why didn't you eat it right away if you wanted it so badly." Me: Just like the cartoon steam began to come out of my ears. Husband: He whisked my son away. Came back, "Babe, the first thing we will do tomorrow is buy Senorita bread." Lesson learned just buy a box of 20 for your famiy and a box 20 for yourself. Make sure you huff down at least five pieces when it comes out and at least 5 pieces when you come home. Make sure you have a good hiding spot if you don't finish it so can divulge it in whenever you want. Senorita Bread: It's a Filipino sweet bread roll. It's filled with a mixture of brown sugar, butter, and breadcrumbs, then rolled and baked. They bake it fresh when you order it. I usually eat it once I get it but I was extremely exhausted that day. Store: It's pretty small compared to the other location. Though its small they have a variety of other baked goods. I've tried the brownie, mochi donuts, malasada, and cupcake. Parking: Free and theres ample parking. Try the Senorita bread it's addicting. Make sure you eat at least one when it comes out especially if you don't live alone. If not you will risk having steam come out of your ears for not being able to eat any. read more

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This place is known for its starbread, and you can order however many you want. They make their bread fresh and hot. The inside has no seating, but service was quick. Would recommend. read more

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First time trying seniorita bread and it did not disappoint. We got the 5 piece bag and inhaled them the second we got into the car. So quick so that there were only a few to snap a photo. I can see why this place is popular. I wish they were a little less wet but maybe they're supposed to be that way. If you ordered a huge box and let it sit, would they get soggy? That I'm not sure about. They were tasty, sweet, and reminded me of a childhood snack of toast with butter and sugar. read more

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I'm so glad that Starbread is now in the north county area of San Diego. The obvious choice would have been Mira Mesa but I am glad that it is in Poway. MM is way too congested. It nice to see the city of Poway is becoming more diverse and welcoming Asian and Pacific Islander businesses. The "señorita" bread was delicious and fresh out of the oven. The bakery was small but appeared very clean. I will come back to try their other items. They intrigued me with malasadas on display. I spent my childhood in Hawai'i. I'm excited to try their version. Mahalo and maraming salamat po. read more

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Absolutely delicious! By far the best malasadas I've had since leaving Hawaii! I have tried the guava, ube, chocolate, and cheese filled malasadas, and each of them were delicious, we literally went back 2 days in a row! read more

I've been here a few times now for the señorita bread and it's always been a hit. They always come out fresh and warm and they smell so good. It's a great option for a party snack or appetizer. Service is good and quick. It's a small shop with just a walk up counter. We once came in 5min before closing, weary if they had any bread left but they still had a lot. They also have variety boxes of their other baked goods for purchase at the end of the day. I would definitely recommend a try! read more

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We love this place in North county because we used to go to Chula Vista. Best bread in San Diego! It's a must try! Service is friendly here. We love the bright store. Give this place a try!! FANTASTIC BREAD! read more

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I was pleasantly surprised when I found out there was a location in Poway. Not only do they have their deliciously sweet, buttery senorita bread, but they have a large variety of other goodies like mochi donuts, brownies, malasadas, pandesal and more! Their senoritas are freshly baked and affordable! The location is small but the one assisting me was welcoming, helpful and quick at helping me and others that came in to order. Two thumbs up! read more

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This Starbread Bakery is located in the same plaza as Coffee Bean, specifically right next door to a Pho place. There is parking available right in front of the bakery. Since we were going to a family party (was much bigger than I was initially told, so didn't buy enough for everyone), I decided to stop by Starbread Bakery, Filipino bakery, for their famous seniorita bread. I ended up purchasing a box of 15, ($12 prior to tax, $12.93 after). We arrived on a Saturday afternoon, a little before 2 pm. There was only one person ahead of us, waiting for their order. After the girl took my order, I waited 8 minutes for my order to be ready. They definitely taste great warm and fresh but can't say if they are good when they are not. The seniorita bread is soft, fluffy like and also sweet (but not overly sweet). The size is small and addicting that you want to eat multiple pieces at a time. Although this bakery also sells other baked goods, I have never tried them and have only had the seniorita bread (from another location). I would definitely recommend purchasing a large box if you are going to a family gathering or party (and you may want to order extra for yourself and maybe devour a few beforehand because these will run out as soon as people find out you brought the good stuff). read more

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Yes, yes, yes! A star bread finally made its way down to San Diego County! We live in North County so Poway is a bit of a drive but then again we're used to heading up to San Francisco where one of our first stops is always a Starbread bakery. My husband's aunt first took us there in Vallejo and we were hooked for life. You'd definitely gain some poundage eating these weekly but getting them for a party or gathering will make a huge impression. These little señoritas are so full of warm butter and honey and are like clouds in your mouth. It's hard to stop! You've got to try this! Just go once... Ha ha I've been to this location one time and there were two people in line, but the person behind the counter was quick and efficient. It's never too long a wait. And it's worth every second. Check it out! read more

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Their sensorita bread is SO GOOD! I ordered 40 pieces and they were FRESH! I almost burned my mouth when I bit into it. There were two people ahead of me who were waiting for their order. I guess they only have one person taking the order and handing them out which was okay. I didn't wait too long. Please note that there are no seats so you place place, take, and leave. I'll definitely come back to order for parties. read more

Delicious fresh sweet bread. We also like their filled ones as well! Staff are friendly and even though it's a small space, they make it work. If you want over 50, you can call ahead, otherwise you order at the counter. read more

Aloha all! A friend told me about the Starbread Bakery and a popular item they sell called Senorita Bread. I had always heard about it and decided to stop in to purchase a bag. I arrived early in the morning and there was one person walking out of the store with their order. A nice young lady came to assist me when I entered the store. She was pleasant and asked me how my day was going. I told her that all was good and that I came in to pick up a bag of Senorita Bread. She told me she would be right back as she went to retrieve my order. When she returned, she presented me with a fresh, hot bag of Senorita Bread. On my way out of the store, I took one out of the bag and had my first bite. I realized why this bread is so popular. It was soft and fluffy on the inside and had a warm golden color on the outside. It was sweet, buttery and full of flavor. It was worth the visit. I was happy that I finally got the chance to visit Starbread Bakery for a chance to try Senorita Bread. Stop by and try some for yourself. I'm sure you'll love it too! read more

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The hype is real for the señorita bread. The bread is fluffy, sweet, and buttery, just so addicting. It so delicious warm. We ordered 10 pieces and devoured 5 of them before we got home. Definitely worth coming here for the señorita bread. The staff is nice and welcoming and served us quickly. Tip: You can pop the bread piece in the microwave for 15 seconds after it's no longer hot and it tastes just as good like when you just pick it up. read more

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If you're ordering 50+ pieces, make sure you call ahead so you don't have to wait 15+minutes (depending how busy they are). These are the perfect potluck item. Addicting and freshly made. They offer other pastries that you can try without waiting but note they sell pretty fast as well. read more

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If you need a good munch on the road or in need to get into filipino desserts, then you must, I REPEAT YOU MUST GET THEIR SENIORITA BREAD. its cheap and really worth the crave and hype. service was quick. clean and spacious places too. parking wasnt an issue. please visit and order seniorita to eat and get some to go too other wise you'd regret it if not. read more

The Senorita Bread is what everyone comes here for and for good reason! It's GOOD!!!! Everything else they have to offer is just ok. My kids all tried their mochi donuts and they were a little stale. We might have gotten something that was not freshly made that day. The staff is super friendly and the bakery is always clean. And for that reason, I will be back again for sure! read more

These little Senorita bread are so addicting. Once you pop, you can't stop! We have been a fan of these when we discovered it in SF, happy that this location is opened in north county and not having to drive to Chula Vista. The size, shape and flavor depends on who is rolling and it's made fresh to order. It's rolled with honey butter glazed and when you take a bite, you get a tiny ooze of sweetness in every layer. Trust me, you'll eat like 10 on your drive home before you make it to your destination. They also sell mochi donuts, malasadas, pan de Sal and other Senorita bread flavor like ube. read more

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BAYAREA FLAVOR IN NORTH COUNTY (5 stars) Finally, two location in San Diego county (Poway and Chula Vista) and of course I'm going to check out both. This is a BayArea staple so it's extra nice to have access down south in San Diego. Sweet pillows at my fingertips, literally. I love eating some fresh out the door but even for later consumption they are still so delicious. Easy eats any time of the day and great for potluck party contributions. The location is in a plaza in Poway. Parking is so-so and the shop is tinier than the location in Chula Vista so do expect a very short line that does trickle outside. Service is fast. Until the next review... read more

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Yes to this deliciousness! I have never tried Starbread only because the one in NC is quite the distance. I'm glad they opened nearby. I have already picked up dozens of fresh Starbread for work potlucks, family parties, and gifts for friends. It's a small storefront and the times that I have gone (usually during off peak times) it's never busy or crowded. The customers are so nice that when waiting I have chatted with others. Lots of parking since it's shared with many other businesses like Coffee Bean and North Park Produce in Poway Road. No matter how much you order, each piece is about .80 cents. You would think you would get a discount with quantity. Love Starbread especially when they come out straight from the oven piping hot! read more

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Only reviewing the senioritas... Oh man, I could eat dozens of those in one sitting! They're so soft with yummy filling inside. It's a simple bread with filling, but it's just made to perfection! Definitely recommend to try them out! read more

Delicious desserts in Poway. Line is long but moves quickly. Service is prompt and the place smells amazing. Their senorita bread is what brings people in but they have other choices that you are sure to enjoy. Nothing beats that first bite of fresh bread... The slight burn in your mouth is worth it. Trust me. Give them a try and support local mom and pop establishments. read more

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Found this Filipino bakery in Poway called Starbread. The staff were friendly. We ordered the 20-piece starbread and were surprised by the softness of the bread and its light sweetness. This bread complemented well with our hot Coffee. The chocolate and Ube doughnuts also did not disappoint. There were plenty of eateries nearby. We will sure to stop by again next time. read more

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I was excited they had malasadas, but none were plain. All their masadas are flavored. They won't accept bills over $20; but then they'll charge you 3% on your credit card. read more

I had lunch in the plaza and noticed this newly opened Filipino bakery. Nobody was there when we entered the shop but eventually someone came from out back. Not much of a greeting. He took our orders and left quickly to go in the back. I picked up the ube mochi donut and a few of the prepackaged breads. Their beads are soft and have a nice sweetness to them. But there's hardly any fillings or differences in taste from one to the other. read more

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I was curious due to the rave reviews about their señorita bread. I've never had it before so i wasn't able to compare. However, it's nice that they were hot and fresh when I got them. They were smaller than the pictures I've seen. The bread was sweet and buttery, which might be good for others but too much sugar and butter for me. I also got cream cheese kind and they were ok. I would this is a good place near by for some Filipino treats if you are into them. It's just not for me. read more

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Filipino bakery Known for made fresh senoritas Take out only No seating Amex accepted No restrooms Made to order North county Poway read more

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Yummy affordable bread that is great for parties! I would describe like a sweeter tiny pandesal bread. They heat up the bread post-transaction so it always comes up nice and fresh. Expect about a 10 minute wait for that. The wait can be unpredictable though. I came on a Sunday, no line, but after I paid. There was a line out the door. Place is very tiny so expect to be a little cramped if it gets busy. So happy I don't have to drive all the way to Chula Vista to try starbread!! read more

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Sooo stoked this location opened up since Chula Vista is way too far of a drive. If you've never had starbread before, they sell freshly baked señorita bread, which is a sweet bread with a light brown sugar/buttery filling. I went on their grand opening at 2:30pm and there wasn't a line. You order at the kiosk and they bring out freshly baked bread for you. I opened the box and the smell alone made me try one. It was warm and perfect! They have other baked goods inside, but I saw a lot of them were sold out already. I bought their dulce de leche flavored rolls & they were amazing too. You can't really go wrong with the pastries here, you can tell they are made with love. A bit on the pricey side at $1.25 per roll, but honestly the taste is worth it! read more

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Some of my coworkers were raving about Starbread Bakery and how delighted they were that this new Poway location opened up. Out of curiosity, I decided to try it out during lunchtime. Parking wasn't super difficult and can be found in front of the bakery. The bakery was pretty small, with no seating, and clean. There were some pastries and goods offered in baskets near the register and displayed in a case behind glass. FOOD: Señorita Bread (5/5) - Fluffy bread, butter, and sugar... what more could you ask for? Had no idea what señorita bread was before this, but my Filipino coworkers put me on. I bought a box of 20 to share with coworkers, and it was all gone and enjoyed in the blink of an eye. It's dangerously addicting... I think I could have killed that entire box on my own. Super light and surprisingly hollower than expected. Eat when it's fresh and warm. Strawberry Malasada (3.5/5) - Never had a malasada before but it reminded me of a jelly donut. Fried dough covered in sugar with a strawberry filling. I personally wasn't the biggest fan of the filling because it was a bit too syrupy and artificial tasting. It was also nearly neon pinkish red in color. SERVICE: (5/5) The person that helped me out was very kind and informative. You'll just order everything you want at the register. I was told that there was a 3% surcharge if you pay with a credit card, so I used my debit instead. TLDR// Starbread Bakery is definitely worth a try. Fluffy señorita bread that's the perfect level of sweet. I can definitely eat a lot in one sitting. read more

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Easy parking. Easy order. When you order Spanish bread, they bring out ones that are fresh and hot from the back of the store and they were very good. read more

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Came in and there was no wait. Service was pretty quick. Ordered the señorita breads and was out of there in less than a few minutes. The guy told provided my total but didn't mention the 3% surcharge. Luckily, I saw it on another review so I anticipated it. The bread prices have gone up over the years. It is about $1.25 per roll. These breads are sweet (butter and sugar) and come out hot and fresh. You definitely want to eat them right away. They are more hollow than the NorCal versions. They have other baked goods in there. Plenty of parking. read more

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