A nice store with a large area of sitting areas. However, the bakery is extremely limited - only three sets of breads with repetitions. This is probably the store with the smallest amount of selection I have ever been to - about half to one third the size of the other stores in terms of available bakeries.Their drink selections are good. This location is more of a cafe for drinks, sit and chat than a bakery store.
J Chen
Great place to go to study or post date when in college
Peter W.
For all of you real estate turds complaining about their vast space. It was used for students to study and do their work to advance in life.
Charles R.
"Lastingly closed" as of June 1. How'd that happen? It never wanted for customers, did it?
Joseph C.
Went in at 3pm, they were out of 80% of their pastries. I asked if they were going to have more stocked up later and without skipping a beat they said no. I'm not sure how they expect to have any business for the rest of the day if they decide not to restock up on any of their bread LOL really blows my mind considering it's only 3pm and they close at 9pm.. But hey what can you do about shitty management and untrained employees? You'd have better luck at Paris baguette across the street.
denise c.
While the selection of buns was limited, the customer service was superb! The cashier was very friendly and the order of the drink came quickly.
Ed U.
This is a big international chain, right? How else does it explain the vast unused space on this property. Only a corporation with deep pockets can afford to do that, and the parent company operates over a thousand of these bakery cafes worldwide. It definitely has that polished commercial feel of the Paris Baguette chain but has more of the Asian-accented sweets selection you'd find at a Sheng Kee Bakery right down to the tongs, trays, and lucite containers. Jamie W. and I came in here because frankly I was in need of a restroom, so we felt we should be customers to use the facilities with a clear conscience. I decided to try the $3.85 Sea Salt Coffee because I never heard of such a beverage (photo: It honestly didn't make that much of an impression on me. However, I rather enjoyed the $2 Milk Pudding Bun because it was quite custardy and small enough to split (photo: Now what's the restroom code? COFFEE/BUN - 3 stars...rather unmemorable but I'll take a custard bun anytime AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...spacious is an understatement SERVICE - 3.5 stars...attentive to robotic TOTAL - 3 stars...sea salt coffee? RELATED - Browsing in Berkeley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed:
Jennifer Nuñez
One of the worst 85 ° bakery I've been too. The staff were nothing but college kid's who look like only got a job because their parents told them too. Poor customer service. The restroom was falling apart. The only "good" thing is that it's a large area.
Ellen Hibdon
The atmosphere is good, very spacious, and it would be a good place for students to work. But the coffee is expensive and the baked goods are only okay. There are several large rolls, and a few tiny cakes, but something just seems to have been missing. You can get seasonal Chinese cakes here.
ELENA HERBOLD
Nice interior for studying. however, they recently shortened their hours and really cut down on their variety of breads, so I won't be returning. It's a nice place to go for studying/working and drinking coffee/milk tea.
I love this place! It's spacious and calm. The baked goods are always delish. I ordered a mango slush today, which was SO sweet and filling. I usually get a hot milk tea with boba, less sweet and very tasty. Overall, love the vibes of this place. Also, Go Bears!
Donald Poston
The grapefruit tea and other fruity teas are really great. Also very spacious and clean.
Annette Wiggin
Good drinks. All food options very high carb (but probably tasty)
Alex Perkins
WiFi is frequently broken, which is surprising given the number of students that study here on a daily basis.
Stephanie V.
The last time i was here, i waited 20+ mins for them to figure out their register problems. I should've left but i was craving the sea salt tea. So i waited. The cashier was apologetic about the long wait which i understand. Things happen thats out of your control but for someone who waited and paid for overpriced tea, i expected better. The drink barely reached the top, mostly ice, and the person who made it didn't even care and tried to play it off. Super disappointed. Also, there were barely any bread selections. For such a big location, you would assume they had more to offer but thats doesn't seem to be the case here!
A nice store with a large area of sitting areas. However, the bakery is extremely limited - only three sets of breads with repetitions. This is probably the store with the smallest amount of selection I have ever been to - about half to one third the size of the other stores in terms of available bakeries.Their drink selections are good. This location is more of a cafe for drinks, sit and chat than a bakery store.
Great place to go to study or post date when in college
For all of you real estate turds complaining about their vast space. It was used for students to study and do their work to advance in life.
"Lastingly closed" as of June 1. How'd that happen? It never wanted for customers, did it?
Went in at 3pm, they were out of 80% of their pastries. I asked if they were going to have more stocked up later and without skipping a beat they said no. I'm not sure how they expect to have any business for the rest of the day if they decide not to restock up on any of their bread LOL really blows my mind considering it's only 3pm and they close at 9pm.. But hey what can you do about shitty management and untrained employees? You'd have better luck at Paris baguette across the street.
While the selection of buns was limited, the customer service was superb! The cashier was very friendly and the order of the drink came quickly.
This is a big international chain, right? How else does it explain the vast unused space on this property. Only a corporation with deep pockets can afford to do that, and the parent company operates over a thousand of these bakery cafes worldwide. It definitely has that polished commercial feel of the Paris Baguette chain but has more of the Asian-accented sweets selection you'd find at a Sheng Kee Bakery right down to the tongs, trays, and lucite containers. Jamie W. and I came in here because frankly I was in need of a restroom, so we felt we should be customers to use the facilities with a clear conscience. I decided to try the $3.85 Sea Salt Coffee because I never heard of such a beverage (photo: It honestly didn't make that much of an impression on me. However, I rather enjoyed the $2 Milk Pudding Bun because it was quite custardy and small enough to split (photo: Now what's the restroom code? COFFEE/BUN - 3 stars...rather unmemorable but I'll take a custard bun anytime AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...spacious is an understatement SERVICE - 3.5 stars...attentive to robotic TOTAL - 3 stars...sea salt coffee? RELATED - Browsing in Berkeley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed:
One of the worst 85 ° bakery I've been too. The staff were nothing but college kid's who look like only got a job because their parents told them too. Poor customer service. The restroom was falling apart. The only "good" thing is that it's a large area.
The atmosphere is good, very spacious, and it would be a good place for students to work. But the coffee is expensive and the baked goods are only okay. There are several large rolls, and a few tiny cakes, but something just seems to have been missing. You can get seasonal Chinese cakes here.
Nice interior for studying. however, they recently shortened their hours and really cut down on their variety of breads, so I won't be returning. It's a nice place to go for studying/working and drinking coffee/milk tea.
Restaurantji Recommends
I love this place! It's spacious and calm. The baked goods are always delish. I ordered a mango slush today, which was SO sweet and filling. I usually get a hot milk tea with boba, less sweet and very tasty. Overall, love the vibes of this place. Also, Go Bears!
The grapefruit tea and other fruity teas are really great. Also very spacious and clean.
Good drinks. All food options very high carb (but probably tasty)
WiFi is frequently broken, which is surprising given the number of students that study here on a daily basis.
The last time i was here, i waited 20+ mins for them to figure out their register problems. I should've left but i was craving the sea salt tea. So i waited. The cashier was apologetic about the long wait which i understand. Things happen thats out of your control but for someone who waited and paid for overpriced tea, i expected better. The drink barely reached the top, mostly ice, and the person who made it didn't even care and tried to play it off. Super disappointed. Also, there were barely any bread selections. For such a big location, you would assume they had more to offer but thats doesn't seem to be the case here!