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Boulange de Cole Valley

1000 Cole St
San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone: (415) 242-2442
Citysearch
Price:
$
Cross Street:
Parnassus Avenue
Hours:
Tue-Sun 7am-7pm

Editorial Review for Boulange de Cole Valley – by Molly Watson

The Scene
It seems as if all of Cole Valley gathers at this casual eatery: parents with small children, the self-employed who use the generously sized tables as an office away from home, and those looking for tasty baked goods and great coffee.

The Food
The breads and pastries at Boulange de Cole Valley can be even better than those in France. The cannelés de bordeaux (small cakes baked in wax-lined molds) are not to be missed; neither are the macaroons, available in a variety of flavors and packages. Along with perfect pains au chocolat and baguettes, the low-key hangout serves simple meals. Tartines (open-faced sandwiches) range from the traditional charcuterie with cured meat and pickles, to the innovative jardin with eggplant, tomato and béchamel sauce. Even the croque monsieur is the real deal--its layers of cheese, ham and béchamel broiled to perfection.

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The Extras

Craving a tartine on Russian Hill? Try Boulange de Polk, Rigo's other bakery-cafe.

User Reviews for Boulange de Cole Valley

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

05/15/2008 Posted by twosome

I have stopped going to this bakery because the staff is so rude. The pastries may be delicious but it's not worth the aggravation.

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

12/12/2007 Posted by fraying

I live a block from Boulange de Cole Valley, and really wanted to like it. The food is awesome and the atmosphere inside is lovely. Unfortunately, every time I go, the counter staff do something so rude, I remember why I hate the place. Today the old asian lady behind the counter actually yelled at me when I couldn't remember what I ordered right away. Put the staff on Prozac and this'll be a Cole Valley institution. Until then, avoid it unless you like abuse.

Pros: Great baked goods.

Cons: Abusive, insulting staff.

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Editor's Review

Authentic French breads and pastries bring out the neighborhood in Cole Valley.  See the full editorial review.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Tue-Sun 7am-7pm

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • Cash
  • MasterCard

Cuisines

  • French
  • Desserts
  • Coffeehouse
  • Bakeries

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • Breakfast
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Kid Friendly

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