(415) 440-0356
2325 Pine St
San Francisco,
CA
94115
37.7877
-122.4341
Neighborhoods: Lower Pacific Heights, Lower Pacific Heights (Fillmore), Central North
What People Are Saying About Bay Bread
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Huge, crusty loaves of pain au levain share space behind the counter with classic baguettes, rye-and-wheat breads and a rotating assortment of breakfast breads. The pastries are more grandmere than grand cuisine: deep-dish fruit tarts look (and taste) like they've just emerged from a French country kitchen. Chewy almond-scented macaroons and jumbo madeleines are a house favorite, as are the house specialty: small, dark-brown, butter-rich cannelles.
06/07/08
A Taste of Paris!
by reeniem54
If you want to experience Paris but can't afford the airfare just stop by Boulangerie. Everything I have tasted including breads, pastries, cookies and cakes are to die for!
I especially like the croissants, baguettes, fruit pasteries and cannelles. You can view the cooks at work and it appears very clean. The food is fresh and many of the staff have French accents!
08/14/06
Small town feel, quick service, good Almond Crossaint
by solarstorm
We were on vacation from NJ and tried them out as one of the best in SF. Nice little shop with quick service. Was hoping for more actual pastry selection, as opposed to tarts. Worth the visit, but not for breakfast,necessarily. Owners cautioned us against photos (could only take 1--hey what do you want, we were tourists!:)).
- Pros: Quick service
- Cons: Small selection vs some bakers in Philly, NY, for example
06/28/06
BEST BAGUETTES!!! BEST SAMPLES!!!
by christinavincent
The folks at Bay Bread on Pine are not just bakers...they are truly masters of the craft.
They've perfected the components of texture and taste in everything I've tried from their menu. The GOATCHEESE & BERRY TART is magnificent! A delicious blend of sweet, a hint of savory, always crisp berries that actually taste like berries should.
The breads...where to start? Any bread afficiando knows that the crust can make or break the experience. And Bay Breads has their recipes down to perfection. Plus, so many varieties to choose from. I highly recommend the WALNUT & SCALLION BAGUETTE, PISTACHIO & FIG DEMI BAGUETTE, and the GRUYERE & FETA ROLL.
Three other major pluses:
1) THE PRICES-Totally affordable, even for a student's budget
2) THE STAFF-they know their stuff...and they keep the lines moving.
3) THE FREE SAMPLES-always something yummy out on the counter to whet the appetite. And not just the usual. They happily pass out the finer delicacies too!
Lastly, haven't tried their coffee, so I cannot comment on that point. But there's a plethora of coffee shops in the area to get your fix.
- Pros: VARIETY, prices, and sheer taste!
- Cons: Closed Mondays, No Seating
The Details on Bay Bread
Know Before You Go:
The menu always contains seasonal specials, such as special Christmas breads in winter.
The Extras:
Special orders are taken for large groups or parties. Call in advance to place the order.
When to Go:
Pastries and brioche are fresh in the morning. Breads are baked all day.
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