50 Best Bakeries near Castro Valley

“This is our secret weapon to getting our daughter out of bed on a school day. Their morning buns, baguettes, quiche, and chocolate croissants are a favorite. Fresh bakery and awesome team working there 👍“

“I was in the area and decided to stop by. Fatima was very friendly and welcoming. She recommended the pistachio latte and it was really good. Nice flavor and strong just how I like it. The breakfast pastry I got was amazing. The potatoes were soft and savory and full of flavor. I was not expecting the food and coffee to be so good. Definitely going to come here regularly.“

“I ordered a birthday cake and it was amazing, they deliver fresh moist cakes and they are very reasonable. I will only order from this bakery from now on. Please try this place out!! You will be so happy :)

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“I can't believe I haven't written a review for a business my kids and I frequent all the time! We've been coming to Always Yours since it opened. Hands down they have the best drinks, cookies, macarons, cakes, and now salt bread! I always come to get treats for my kid's teachers (for their birthdays, teacher appreciation week, just because, etc.). I've brought friends visiting the Bay Area to this bakery, which they have loved. Always Yours also has fun cup sleeve events, macaron classes and afternoon tea from time to time. We love supporting small businesses and this one is definitely worth supporting!

P.S. with all these drink places popping up in the area...we still think the drinks at Always Yours not only taste better, but also are of higher quality.“

“Amanda did a great job on our wedding desserts! Everything turned out exactly as we asked. We got to do a tasting of the flavors beforehand to make our choice for the cake, which was really helpful. Pick-up for the tasting cupcakes and communication was always easy. She delivered the desserts to our venue and helped set up the cake decor, which turned out beautiful.“

“We visited Ones Cafe and Bakery on a Saturday around midday to try some of their popular pastries, and everything in the display looked straight out of a Paris bakery. The selection is super unique and beautifully made.

The croissants were incredibly flaky and tasted extremely fresh. My boyfriend got the fresh tart (kind of similar to an egg tart), and I got the cinnamon monkey bread. They heated everything up for us, and we shared the salted egg cream latte — absolutely phenomenal. As Asians would say: not too sweet, perfect texture, and very balanced.

We actually loved it so much that we brought a friend back the very next morning. This time we ordered more fresh tarts and tried the orange pineapple kouign-amann, which ended up being my favorite pastry overall. The tarts tasted even better earlier in the morning, probably because they were extra fresh right out of the oven.

For drinks, we got the salted cream latte again and also tried the ube latte. We added espresso to the ube drink since it normally doesn’t come with coffee. It still tasted a little mild for our preference, so next time we’d probably try a different specialty drink instead.

Overall, this place completely lived up to the hype for us. Amazing pastries, thoughtful flavors, and such a cozy weekend treat spot. We honestly can’t wait to come back again (probably every weekend at this rate).“

“Yummy food! Big portions!“

“General poor service. Milk purchased here often goes bad within three days and long before the expiration date. Manager wasn't interested in why. All kinds of water on the floors from refrigerator and freezer leaks. I tried complaining to corporate but no interest. Out of stock on about 15% of the items I needed but that may be common now days.

I wanted to update my review. I'm happy to say that things have improved at this store. The staff seems more helpful and even a bit happier. They seem to have things in stock now and all the refrigerator and freezer leaks seem to be repaired. I think they put some investment back into the store. Changing my rating from 2 to 4.“

“I come from Saratoga for all the amazing bread here. It is that great!!! I also recently tried the banh mi vegetarian sandwich and it was huge and delicious! Anything you get here will blow your mind!!“

“Elegant, delicious, truly artisan donuts. The unique flavors and beautiful products show off a love for the craft of baking that goes far beyond mere donuts. I highly recommend Doughweime for any time that your sweet tooth is active, but especially for special occasions when you want your desserts to stand out. Awesome!“

“Sapna makes cakes that not only look stunning but taste out of this world! We ordered cakes twice from her with few requirements and she transformed our thoughts into reality with her wand! Definitely recommend her!“

“OMG!!! Time stopped as I bit into a donut savant cronut for the very first time. I live in N. Sacramento but I am fantasizing about the next trip to #oakland. You people are truly doing god’s work here. Carry on😋😘🙏🏿❤️“

“I had an amazing experience with Crumble & Whisk! They catered a community event for me during the holiday season, and I can't wait to use them again! This Black-owned bakery offers the most delicious, fresh-baked treats with a perfect balance of flavor and texture. From the buttery, flaky pastries to the rich, moist cakes, every bite is a delight. The staff is warm and welcoming, making you feel like family from the moment you walk in. Their commitment to quality and community is truly inspiring. Charles is a master at his craft, and both his catering and baking will elevate anyone's event to the highest standard.“

“Max made my daughters quince cake last fall and it came out absolutely amazing and delicious! It was exactly what my daughter wanted. Beautiful and tasty!“

“Recommending Concha Dreams…I received them still warm in the bag, fluffy soft bread with the delicious concha topping ( I got strawberry and 2nd flavor was Abuelita chocolate). HIGHLY RECOMMEND…you’ve just gotta try them.“

“deliciousness the cookie's cakes pastries and chocolate covered strawberries need I say more 😋🎯😉“

“Came here today with my boyfriend. John gave us great costumer service and an amazing sandwich!!!! I finished mine before my boyfriend and we got the same exact thing. Great cream cheese as well. Serious sandwiches are made here! They're worth EVERY PENNY!!!! THANK YOU!!!

Our order :
On a jalapeño cheddar bagel
Eggs, bacon, turkey, lettuce, mustard and pepper jack cheese. Extra salt and pepper on the eggs and extra butter on the bread. Chef's kiss!!“

“Yesenia is a recipe genius! Every dish I've tried from her blog has been a hit. Her recipes are easy to follow and always turn out delicious. If you're looking for foolproof recipes that will impress your taste buds, she's your go-to. Maltese local dishes .. elevated, sophisticated, just perfect!“

“Super easy to work with getting my design exactly how I wanted. Not sweet or greasy~ so cute!“

“We bought frozen biscuits … omg, light as a feather. They were perfect! Hubby also loved chicken pot pie I had purchased when I knew I was going to be out of town. Soups… delish!“

“I couldn’t believe it. I ordered a confetti cookie and when I got home they forgot to frost it! I got totally ripped off!“

“Best pié ever especially the caramel apple and the key lime also the chocolate and the pocket pies ( my personal favorite is the chicken pot pie ((not the one with bacon)) I give this pie place 5 stars!! Go early or you will find them sold out for the day!!“

“These churros were literally the best I’ve ever had in my life. I don’t know how he does it but the churros maintain the heat inside but are still very crispy and buttery and sweet! We stopped by today and luckily got the last batch! A huge bag for $10!“

“The $3.5 fish-fillet sandwich is a must try.

They have a large selection of pastries and dim sum but it really depends on what do they have when you are at front of the line. So it’s nice to have a general idea of what you want while in line since you may need to make quick decisions on getting alternatives lol.

Expect at least 20-people-long lines.“

“Maison Benoit US is worth the try. Authentic French pastry and food. Customer service A+“

“Simple bakery with a focused catalog of delicious breads. I tried the small sourdough olive bread, and it was chewy, tangy, and had a good amount of olives mixed into the small roll style bread. The bakery seems to lean toward larger loaves, as there were tons behind the counter to choose from even though it was later in the day. The counter staff seemed busy with duties so they weren’t overly attentive, but they were happy to help me for my order. The vibe is like homey, local bakery, and I’ll go earlier to see if there are scones or other small savory breads to sample.“

“Fabulously, delicious cupcakes for our daughters 7 year birthday party. Catastic! Thanks smallcakes!“

“I've been craving a man'ousheh for a while, and I made the perfect choice! Bad morning bakery made my good morning 😂 The zaatar and cheese man'ousheh was so perfectly made, the dough was very soft, the owners and staff are so clean and friendly ❤ We even tried the chicken shawerma wrap and I definitely suggest everyone tries it too. Now I'll be waiting for next Saturday to taste my childhood food again. 😋“

“driving down Main Street yesterday looking for a Dunkin' Donuts and see this cute little shop very well lit inviting. the Portuguese sweet breads are out of this world the custard tarts are to die for this place is a gem.“

“I ordered a cake and with a short notice the baker and the owner sent me home with a lovely cake . I have ordered my son’s wedding cake before and they did an amazing job on it . Exceptional job they did on it and the guests were amazed with the way it was presented with the lovely display.Anytime I want to trust a cake place is this place,Don Polvoron. I wish them Good Luck with their business for all their hardwork to make the customer happy. Thanks Jorge.—Isabella“

“Called and told them I wanted a pizza. I was skeptical at first, but man the pizza was delicious! Every slice was so cheesy and mouthwatering. Eating the pizza fresh is a must as the bread can get hard. If need to reheat, do not reheat inmicrowave, reheat in oven or in a pan over the stovetop.“

“We love these cookies! Perfectly chewy centers and crispy edges, plus they're not too sweet! We come back to events just to pick up a half dozen of our faves - MJ's Thin Chocolate Chunk, Uber, and now Plain Jane! Also great welcoming service every time! Thank you!!“

“Love their persion bread and their pastries fresh bake the ppl are very nice love the samples they put out every day“

“i absolutely love this place! amazing menu, gluten free baked goods. everything is delicious! Also there is dining available outside as well as inside, so if you have a furry Good boy or girl, they don't have to get left behind. I get their Spring Omelet with gluten free English muffin and fruit. oh so good!“

“I did a surprise blind door dash delivery from Texas to my grieving family across town where you are locally and they were appreciative, happy and said it was delicious “it made our morning” and “never thought i would be drinking a lavender tea”If we every make it that way I will come try for myself. 🤜🏼🤛🏼 thanks“

“Las tortas y el pan con espinacas“

“Fantastic! We ordered based on a recommendation and are now forever customers.“

“Wow, all their Keto Bites at Fantastic. The newest Brownie Keto Bites are Waaay Delicious!👍🏼“

“Placed a large order, 60 boxes. Picked up 30 one one day and 30 the next. They were so amazing. Orders were packaged and ready to go each day. Helped me load into the car. Donuts were fresh each day and received lots of good feedback from those who received the donuts. Would highly recommend for single donuts or large orders!“

“Stopped by Red Ribbon Bakeshop and had a great experience! The team was very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. They greeted me with a smile and made the whole visit quick and pleasant.
The Chicken Empanada was so good. It’s definitely one of my favorite snacks from Red Ribbon and never disappoints!“

“The gluten free cookies that actually taste great. Such a treat. Quality ingredients, not too sweet. The traditional gluten free Alfajores cookies are amazing.“

“Garlic Cheese Bread is so delicious!“

“My Mini pie was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Can I have these shipped? if so, please have someone reach out to me via messenger!“

“Too delicious... my cami loves them !!“

“I always end up eating great savory donuts here, best place in the bay area in my opinion!

There can be a wait, and double check the hours before going. The store closes during the holidays usually.

If you want the kimchi spam donut, go early, they tend to run out by the afternoon“

“Best pan dulce in Oakland. Freshly made, daily!“

“I wanted to try everything here! Had breakfast pastries, miso chicken bowl, desserts, and lattes and mochas on numerous occasions during my trip to the area. All were wonderful and tasted homemade. Egg tart was so smooth, flavorful, and not rubbery. I want to know their secret to this! My other favorite item is the walnut chocolate chip cookie. Omg so decadent!“

“We using cakes from them since 2013. Bakery atmosphere is not that pleasant its just simple old style typical bakery. Man has difficulty in speaking English but their eggless cakes are always our top priority. Prices compared to other fancy bakeries are way too good“

“Hawaiian Cream Bread is the shiiiiiiiiiit!“

“Wow, just wow! We found this bakery a few months ago and I really need to spread the word. The cookies and pastries are so so good. The staff is delightful and our experiences have been very positive. Everyone should come pay them a visit!“