Boulange de Cole Valley
San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone: (415) 242-2442
- 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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Insider Tips
The ExtrasCraving a tartine on Russian Hill? Try Boulange de Polk, Rigo's other bakery-cafe.
User Reviews for Boulange de Cole Valley
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.
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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