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    Starbread Bakery

    4.4 (113 reviews)
    Open • 6:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Joan S.

    Love starbread!!! Came here when it opened and I keep coming! So happy they opened here. Parking- huge lot Interior - no seating. Just order and go. Simple decor like all the other locations. Service- great. I love how fast and simple everything is. Food- their signature bread is so good. It's so buttery and sweet. Once you eat one, you just want more. It's great for potlucks. If you haven't tried it, you need to come. Love!!

    Cryetti C.

    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!

    Faye L.

    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.

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    Orlando P.

    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!!!

    Lorean W.

    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.

    John C.

    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!

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    Kim C.

    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.

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    LC M.

    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.

    Inside: counter to order with other treats available to purchase
    Edwin C.

    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.

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    David Z.

    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.

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    Sylvia H.

    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.

    Ray S.

    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.

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    Kysa T.

    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!

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    First time having Spanish bread and now a fan. They're so good like pandesal but different.

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    This place has delicious warm bread any time of the day. I usually order 16 pieces and it is enough for a small family to eat.

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    Went in early and got my order quickly, always a hit to bring to any family or friends get togethers

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    7 months ago

    Best bread I've ever had. I get the senorita bread and the bread with butter on the top. Very clean bakery and easy to get to in poway.

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    Cool little place, baked goodies of various styles.. also offers call ahead orders. Good donuts and baked pastries

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