Our first time here, i was curious to see what an Irish/ Chinese bakery had to offer. The gentleman helping the lady before us, he didn't look Chinese but he was speaking Chinese fluently to the customer. I thought that was so cool. I'm not big on soda bread but really wanted to try the pineapple bun. I'm a big fan of that especially when you're craving it. This place did not disappoint. It was fluffy/doughy and oh so fresh. I loved that the crunchy crust didn't fall apart when I cut it in half..and half again lol..I ended up finishing the whole thing it was delicious. Here's a few other items I tried: 1. Coconut bread: Soft and fluffy. Definitely, had the coconut flavor but it felt like it was missing something. 2. Cocktail bun: Simple but tasty, can't go wrong with a classic. 3. Assorted breads: White toast, dinner rolls, and kind of like a hot dog bun. All of these were fresh and tasty. 4. Caramel fancier: A new item I've been trying at bakeries. I love the crunchy outer crust and inside was most. The caramel topping glaze made it a tasty mess. Overall, customer service was amazing. Pastries were all delicious. Items were reasonably priced. read more

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Nice local neighborhood coffee shop with variety of pastries, including Chinese buns. I had a savory and slightly sweet scones breakfast sandwich with ham, bacon and cheese that they warmed up for me! read more

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Looking to rekindle those childhood food memories, I bookmarked this neighborhood bakery. I have not been in this area for over 40 years after graduating high school (about six to seven blocks away). I was surprised the number of businesses on this block and took photos to remember to try them next time I'm here. When I walked in, the lady guessed my name as I called a week earlier to order a couple things. She went to the back to get them as I studied their counter cases (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=o_L2mqkAZiHlINiTO1npfQ), (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=DAkjOAn6escMvT3Rig5yBw) and looked at the menu board. As she helped me, another lady helped a few guys could came in just after me. When I got home, I packed everything up as there was no way I'd be eating everything right away as I prepped lunch. Wanted to at least try one thing while fresh, I reheated a green onion bun (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=h_76kKVErl6pMBVbuxPktg); it is substantial, probably double if not more size wise from what I'd get in Chinatown. The green onion flavor is there and prominent without being overwhelming. The next morning, I reheated an almond croissant (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=2yEWFqfCpZD2xrdz_bffhA) for breakfast; there was plenty of almonds outside and a generous amount of almond paste inside. Reheat this to enjoy it more. Next was the reason that I came here. I read on a FB thread on old time eats in SF that they made a dessert/pastry from a long-closed restaurant across the street from where I worked... actually it closed before I actually worked there... yes, that long ago. Sun Wah Kue was one of only a handful of Chinatown restaurants that served American food in those days, with traditional breakfasts and lunch plates. Besides their meals, their pies were also big staple items, mainly apple, custard, and orange pies. I read that this place made the less common one of the three so I ordered an orange pie (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=TxwLWEWjGQwuYXjqQl7rVw); given the time span, I do not remember the details of the original one that I had at SWK so I can't compare it with this. I cut a slice (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=Ud9cYSi1blmlurfb5PrjXA) besides sharing the rest of the pie with several other friends who remember this. It is basically a orange gelatin filling and the crust is definitely an upgrade from the flaky dry (baking soda?) version from my childhood. The next item that I tried was the blueberry scone (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=ZQDZpIcD5wKIkBsvrp8bhw); after reheating it in the toaster oven, I had this for breakfast a few days later. It is pretty good size and definitely filling for my morning meal. Later that evening, I reheated the chicken pot pie (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=a0uNgAXSRdQxcSBEUzqtRA); the filling (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=v84dHICQfC-oxdIaZYwzPQ) consisted of lean pieces of chicken, chunks of potato and carrots, and peas. This is delicious and satisfying as the star was equally the crust being delicious and not dry. There is a small area for dining in so most customers were like me, take and go. Thanks to Jenny for taking my order a week earlier and putting my goodies together. Also, thank you for the bonus try. I look forward to coming again and will get feedback on my fellow old timers on that pie. read more

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Very cute and peaceful feeling local cafe, with a variety of both Chinese and European(?) style baked goods. Mostly savory with some sweet options. Their savory Curry beef pastry was very tasty and perfectly flakey; I said yes to having it heated up. Takes ~5 minutes if you choose for your pastry to be heated up; lots of sweet artwork to look at while you wait! Owner and her employees I've interacted with seem like good people. read more

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A friend of mine recommended me to come here but it's closed on Mondays, so I came by the next day as I had an appointment nearby. They have all kinds of meat and veggie rolls, Chinese pastries and Irish pastries like soda bread - something people look for, especially on St. Patrick's Day. Lots of baseball photos on the walls with a table and few seats. Service is very friendly! read more

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Very cute local bakery in the outer sunset. They have decently priced, high quality pastries that are chinese and irish inspired. I love the selection of savory pastries and the breakfast sandwiches are amazing. They have a rotating menu and everything is baked fresh. The service is friendly and they warm up the pastries upon request. Definitely try this if you are passing through sunset! They also had tiramisu and blueberry scone with fresh cream! read more

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The total for eight pork buns was $22.80, which I think is a reasonable price considering inflation. I remember when I was a kid and pork buns were only around 75 cents, so it's definitely more expensive now--but honestly, these were worth it. The woman working at the counter was very nice, which made the experience even better. The pork buns had the perfect ratio of meat to bread. At other bakeries, I sometimes feel like there isn't enough filling, but this place got it just right. read more

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This is one of my fav bakeries in San Francisco. Everything is delicious and love the variety of Chinese comfort baked good and French goodies. One of my fav items is the chicken katsu egg bun. It's such a unique combination of flavors that you don't see anywhere else. Love the traditional pork buns, hot dog buns, and egg tarts. I always grab a box for friends and family as well. The owner is super kind and friendly. read more

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What no one is talking about is the beef pastie here for $10.75 SERIOUS YUM! When you discover a rare Irish + Chinese bakery, you gotta go for the biggest item on display and that's definitely a hefty beef pastie -- it wasn't until I cut open this thing that I realize it's COMPLETELY STUFFED -- no wonder it felt like it weighed a pound. I'm amazed they didnt use any potato and vegetable filler! All that meaty juiciness was delicious with every bite perfectly seasoned. Although it's a cozy bakery, the service was excellent, friendly, and efficient. They now take credit card payments if you don't have cash handy. I was there at 3pm on Saturday and they were still graciously open and even gave me a FREE blueberry scone on the house! I also tried the beef sausage roll $6.50 and the chicken katsu bun. I'll definitely be back for that beef pastie!! read more

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Their sausage rolls are great and I always make a point to swing by when I'm in the neighborhood to support local businesses. Today, I feel like I've been taken advantage of for getting a small bag of butter cookies which was priced at a whopping $12! That seems ridiculous for a small bag of the most basic cookies. I do want to support local businesses but to be taken advantage of like this just rubs me the wrong way. read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - $12 bag of butter cookies! - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I have lived across the street for 26 years now . Jenny took over 20 years ago. Truly by far this amazing Jenny put a face lift on Taraval. I admire all.dhe has done for our entire block. Jenny has a million dollar smile. Stop by enjoy coffee yummy fresh dessert! read more

I've officially been banned from every dating app known to mankind -- Hinge, Tinder, Bumble, all of them. But honestly? You don't need dating platforms when you have Yelp. Because Yelp, not Cupid, helped me find love in a truly hopeless place: Sweet Passion Bakery. This Asian/Irish fusion bakery really does bring the best of both worlds straight to your taste buds. Small and humble inside they have a large variety of goods to choose from. Sadly, some of the pastries I wanted weren't available since their Irish baker was off that day (respectfully, please come back, sir). I ended up grabbing the Chicken Katsu Sandwich, two Spam & egg buns, and a Vietnamese iced coffee. The bread here is ridiculously fresh -- soft, slightly sweet, and perfect with anything savory. The Spam & egg bun was the ideal grab-and-go snack, and the furikake added the perfect extra hit of umami. The Vietnamese iced coffee? Cold, refreshing, and packed with a deep, bold flavor. But the star of the show... the Chicken Katsu Sandwich. Hands down the best I've ever had in my life. The bread was toasted to absolute perfection, and the chicken was so crispy outside yet so tender inside it practically melted in my mouth. Plus, the spicy mayo, tomatoes, and gooey over-easy egg took it completely over the top. It was so satisfying and surprisingly easy to eat -- kept me full all the way until a late dinner. Our experience was so good we're already planning to come back tomorrow. Until then, their baked goods will be living rent-free in our minds... passionately. read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - Best chicken sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

This bakery has a vast amount of options. The katsu sandwich is a must try. Very friendly staff! read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

My experience here was sooo great. From the moment I walked in I was treated so well. The customer service here is beyond amazing. I came in looking only for Irish bread but left with a bag full of other pastries. I tried their potato bread, beef rolls, and pork rolls. It allllll tasted so good. We ate up literally everything I bought within two days. This was the best Irish Bread I've ever had. It was full of yummy raisins and tasted soooo delightful when toasted a bit with butter. For anyone looking for Irish Bread please stop here. It will now be my go to for it! read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - Irish Bread....already half gone lol - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been intending to check out Sweet Passion Bakery for a bit minute, but it's so far, almost to Ocean Beach! Anyways, I needed to pick up some treats for a watch party with friends, so I stopped by when I had a break from work. I originally planned to get their scones, but when I saw them in person, they were massive, and I wonted more petite bites, so I opted for a small box of financiers and some bite-sized sesame cookies instead. The guy helping me at the counter calculated my sum using an old-school calculator, but I was able to pay using Apple Pay. They accept all the standard credit cards here. My cell reception was inconsistent at the bakery, so I didn't see the credit card charge push notification until I walked outside. That's when I noticed I was overcharged by $11. I went back inside and waited in line again. The guy seemed slightly confused when I showed him the transaction on my phone, but he agreed with me that I was overcharged by $11 and handed me $11 in cash on the spot. I really appreciate the care and service by the staff here, makes me want to come back and support. read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - financiers, scones, and so much more! - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Everything here is good! Tried all their sandwiches and it's really good. Some faves: Bbq bun Cocktail bun Bolo bao Ciabatta ham and bacon Service is fast Ambiance is casual read more

Came by again and indulged on their tiramisu, Nutella pastry and sponge cake. We had to take the rest home cuz we couldn't finish it all! read more

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I got the chicken katsu and egg on a bun. Ready made. They were nice to heat up. Tiny bit of Sriracha. Some people came in and left. I think they have more selections of their baked goods in the morning. Also, they close on Monday , so why make more. Nice tables to sit and eat. read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - Chicken katsu with egg - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got to try the brown butter sugar cookie!! Very delicious and tasty. The person informed us very well of the business and the cookie and had an excellent time!! The store was very comfortable and I felt at home. Would come again. read more

Scones! Maybe I don't know "authentic", but here they're different. Just a little fluffier, less heavy and a nice flavor that goes beyond the raisins or berries or whatever type it is. The Breakfast sandwich is a case in point. I have never had a sandwich where the bread got all my attention. First time I got it, I did not know it was in a scone. All week I'm wondering what it is. A light sweetness, fluffy texture and still the sandwich holds together. Frankly outshines the contents, which is pretty generous, too. Ham AND bacon? Yeah, I went back. You will too. read more

my favorite bakery on taraval, the pork buns are to die for and the staff is always super friendly. Moved here 8 months ago and it's one of my most frequented spots. great for an early morning grab and go when you're heading for work or on a walk. read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - pork bun - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

The breakfast sandwiches were OK, but unfortunately, the woman did not have any good customer service skills and was actually kind of rude while I was waiting for my sandwiches She asked me to wait outside. I am also a local business owner here in San Francisco for almost 20 years just looking for a new place to grab breakfast every morning, but I definitely will not be coming back there anymore. read more

Nice service. Excellent pastry - both sweet and savory. Parking was easy too. Clean and had a table to sit at - but only one.

Ambiance: It's bright and clean with a few tables and chairs to hang out with your friends, while you're having your snacks. Noise levels are also pretty low, but I'm sure it depends on how many patrons or who is in the shop. Service: The owner is very nice and will also ask if you want certain items heated up. Food: Everything is made fresh in house and the prices are so much better than some of the neighboring shops. Four dollars for a down spam and egg bun?! Under $3 for a hot dog bao? Sign me up! The buns are soft and fluffy and a little sweet on top, which is just perfect for the savory sweet palate that i prefer. I ended with the walnut cookie, which is a sizeable portion. I grabbed 3 items for under $10. I think that's super affordable, considering that there's meat and a fried egg in one of the sandwiches. I think this is one of the best places to go in the neighborhood if you're looking for sandwiches that aren't $10+ - they have other substantial looking meat items that i have yet to try. Woman minority owned business. Shop local and love this spot! read more

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This week we stopped in 4 times and picked up few of our favorite buns and noticed each time the price was different. Why? Definitely trying to support a neighborhood bakery but when things don't match up it makes me not want to come back. Anyone else encounter the same weirdness? read more

Happened into Sweet Passion Bakery this morning (tucked quietly away on Taraval Street across from Walgreens and next door to Andy Town Coffee) and absolutely LOVED our new find! I especially appreciate the bit of "Yin Yang" food ... meaning, a bit of Eastern (Chinese) food and a bit of Western food and drinks. Two people were running the place: a woman and a young man. Both were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious! I enjoyed a Barbequed Pork Bun and an [off the menu] "Yin Yang Milk Tea". (Yin Yang Milk Tea is a Hong Kong Milk Tea with a bit of Coffee.) Both were super yummy! The Pork Bun has a generous amount of meat that was seasoned wonderfully. The Pork was yummy and lean ... no chunks of fat, and the bread was soft and fresh. Perfect!!! The others in our party ordered Spam and Egg Bun, Coconut Bun, and a Plain Bun. We all loved what we ordered as we enjoyed all the locals and the regulars that popped in and out. Seating was limited and the atmosphere relaxed. We weren't rushed at all and enjoyed a lazy Sunday morning impromptu catch up over coffee and delicious snacks with good friends. I will definitely come back. I loved the food, drink, and prices. Everything seemed to be cooked fresh there; the people are nice and friendly; easy parking; and clean. If you go, ask about things that are not listed. For example, I didn't know about the Yin Yang Milk Tea until I heard a regular order it. In addition, they had Almond Croissants that they brought out fresh and hot after another regular ordered it. So they are full of delicious secrets yet to be discovered!!! For those who know me, I used to have a "go-to" coffee chain that I loved. But since the pandemic, their business model has changed and it's not as fun nor worthwhile for me to go there. I LOVE finding solid "Mom and Pop" small businesses like these where it seems like people are making an honest living ... working hard, helping the community, offering quality products at fair prices. One and only drawback for me: like with many small businesses, there's no public restroom ... so I couldn't stay THAT long!!! Thank you so much to the wonderful woman and the young man today for providing us such a GREAT EXPERIENCE!!! read more

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Small, cozy spaces where the owner knows their customers and have a heavy flow of locals have a special place in my heart. While I don't get to the Outer Sunset so much these days, I was there recently for a very early Sunday morning soccer match. Craving something local, I popped in here after browsing some other spots... including some of the "well-known" spots around. This place reminded me of some other small spots in NYC and Miami with an eclectic mix of food items... sausage rolls, curry pasties, potato bread goodies, and a wide assortment of pastries. The owner clearly knew the folx who were coming in, calling most by name. While the rolls & pasties looked soooo good, I couldn't pull my eyes away from the egg + cheese + bacon + ham croissant, it looked insane, in the very best way. When I asked for it, the owner asked me if it was ok that it had Siracha... divine! This breakfast croissant was epic. She warmed it up for me and it was nice and crispy, the tanginess of the melted cheese + Siracha, paired with the flavor explosion of the egg + ham + bacon... Anthony B would have loved this spot. Sidenote... a regular came on to order a bunch of goodies and the owner explained that she had an assortment of moon cakes given the season. This is that local + ethnic + eclectic vibe that I love. I'll be back. read more

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I really wanted to be a regular at this bakery. I was going weekly and enjoying the different things that I would buy. But a few weeks ago, I got a mini rhubarb pie and found a long hair in it! Luckily, I was eating it with a fork and it came up in the first bite, so I didn't eat any, but it completely turned me off from ever buying anything there, again. read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - Long hair cooked in pie - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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It's been nearly a year since my last visit and it is still a fantastic little neighborhood bakery featuring Chinese bakery treats and Irish/British baked goods. I arrived around 8:30am and the freshly baked goods are steadily coming out from the back. Their sconewiches are always winners for my family. It's filling and satisfying--it is my personal favorite and reasonably priced at $7.50. I also ordered the Nutella bun & a red bean bun. Both weren't overly sweet, although I wished there was just a bit more Nutella in the bun. If you're in the neighborhood--support this local business--you can't order anything wrong. read more

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I've been treating myself to this bakery on Taraval for years now. I no longer live near by, however make sure to visit whenever I'm in the outer sunset! The pastry's and food here are always top knotch, I don't know what most of it's called, I usually just point to stuff know it's a safe bet! As for the service, the woman that owns this place is fantastic! Personable and has been pleasant every time ive gone in! She even gave my son a race car toy last time we visited! For sure my favorite bakery in the city! read more

The Katsu sandwich was perfect, crispier than I was expecting after being chilled. The pineapple coconut bun had a perfect bun to filling ratio. The person at the counter was personable, delightful, and friendly. We hope to see her every time! The interior was quaint, yet perfectly suitable for the size of the venue. It had all the right vibes for a neighborhood bakery. We definitely plan on returning! read more

Came here to purchase some of John Campbells pasties. Unfortunately on holiday. But did order a combo banh mi from the owner. Super friendly and accommodating. My sandwich was packed with meat and pate. Look at my pic. Will definitely be back not only for a pastie but some of her goodies. Recommended!! read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - Combo Banh Mi - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Cozy Chinese/Irish neighborhood bakery on Taraval! I love this place, it's very affordable and they have tons of options. From a variety of Chinese buns to sausage rolls, pasties, sandwiches, cakes and more. If you enjoy baked goods, you will definitely find something here. I've tried a few of their Chinese buns, the hotdog buns and red bean buns are my favorite. Definitely will check out some of their other pastries next time. Perfect place to go for a quick breakfast, lunch or snack! read more

I ordered the wrong thing; I got the name of the item wrong, my fault. The woman behind the counter swapped it out easily, no problem. Good food, better service read more

All I can say is the Cream Scone is heavenly! My sister bought some of the dinner rolls and shared the delicious fluffy rolls with me. I bought two raisin scones for my Scottish friends and they loved them. I originally wanted a loaf of soda bread but it was sold out early in the morning. One of the customers in line with us raved about the sausage rolls especially the chicken one. The counter person was friendly and very patient with our indecisiveness...too many items that looked good! Even though it's a bit of a hike from the East Bay, we will be back early in the morning to have more choices! read more

They are a Local bakery which has some fantastic bakery buns. It brings me back to my childhood in Chinatown, eating buns and egg tarts. They also have some beautiful drawings of Chinatown on the walls. The service was excellent, and you could tell they knew their customer by name. They have fantastic owners and great food. read more

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Not sure why this bakery is so popular. They have the traditional Chinese baked desserts which my friend bought and didn't like. Felt the bread was chewy and old tasting. The service was awful. She was chatting with her usual customers and it took us more than 15 minutes, since we had ro wait for them to finished their private conversation, before we were served. Can't see myself coming back here. read more

Sweet Passion Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

One of the best #mooncake I had in many years. I'm not making this up. Better than JJ Bakery, AA Bakery, Eastern Bakery and Domi. What makes this mooncakes perfect is the texture and flavor of the red bean and how moist and light and fresh the dough. You can buy these special mooncakes at Sweet Passion Bakery @sweet_passion_bakery in San Francisco. Jenny, the baker and owner makes a quad yolk mooncake. My wife had half of the quad. It was fabulous. Also, Jenny makes an out of this world chicken pot pie. Packed with lots of goodies inside, I have to come back to get a few more. My wife wants to try it. This is my new go to place for mooncakes. Plus, it's not in SF Chinatown where it's difficult to find parking. It was worth the 373 miles drive. Their mooncakes are Devine. DJ's rating: 4.95/5.00 Would I come back? Definitely yes. #mooncakes DJ' read more

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"...such a nice sounding word for what it means: a fortunate accident." - Serendipity I had no idea Andytown Coffee near the beach was closed on Monday, no worries as the Andytown the Lab is just up the road and open! And yes, here's more proof on my connection to serendipity... Serendipity may be silly to non-believers, but I'm living example how it's alive and well in our amazing universe, yet all that matters is I convinced someone close to my inner cosmos that it's the real deal! Okay enough of my spiritual journey in life, lol. So after picking up my Cappuccino I notice a small bakery next door called Sweet Passion Bakery. Serendipity? I stumble in to a cozy interior and open for sit down (four chairs). Warm with an easy vibe, but don't expect fancy. I am greeted and I order: Spam & Egg Bun 5/5 - hot off the grill & I loved it! Cocktail Bun 4/5 - on point, just chinch on filling! BBQ Pork Bun 4/5 - on point, see above! Apple Tart 1/5 - Hmm this one was horrible lol! I'm not gonna lie that Apple Tart was soggy and one nibble later I kicked it to the curb. The Cocktail Bun & BBQ Pork Bun were good, just chinch on the fill. The Spam & Egg Bun (seasoned ground pepper) hot off the grill and for $3?! This simple item is what took it to the next level! Mmm... Sipping Andytown Cappuccino and truly enjoying that simple bun! In the end, I recommend Sweet Passion Bakery if in the Outer Sunset. A great spot for picnic bites or hey grab a chair and dig in! I was also surprised they carried the iconic John Campbell Irish baked goods (small selection but cool). Get the Spam & Egg Bun! Avoid that ick Apple Tart! Serendipity how I love ya... 7/21/22 UPDATE: DEDUCTED A STAR BECAUSE ON MY LAST TWO VISITS THE SPAM EGG BUN WASN'T UP TO PAR LIKE MY FIRST VISIT (not warm/day old?)...4-STARS read more

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This is a perfect example of why and how I give businesses more than one chance. Quality/Quantity - My daughter is a huge John Campbell Irish Bakery fan, so we still come here for his baked goods. Atmosphere - To-go only. Street parking. Open 7 days a week from 7:00am to 2:30pm. Service - 6 stars, not sure if the owner trained this great employee, but we can all learn so much from her who worked today (6/20/22). Nice, polite, patient, professional, accommodating, human, etc. Price - 75¢ a cookie. Owner Comment - Good luck. :) read more