50 Best Bakeries near Lafayette

“Castagna is a lovely spot! My husband and I just stepped in there for a quiet coffee and a croissant. I felt like I was in Italy! The coffee was absolutely delicious and the hot almond croissant and toasted focaccia with jam and butter was delectable. Our Sweet server was kind, warm and inviting. I highly recommend Castagna!“

“I needed a Persian love cake made gluten free for my wedding, it was very hard to find someone to create my vision and make it gluten free, while still remaining authentic. I can’t believe how beautiful the cake was, my jaw dropped when I saw it. And the price was very reasonable. I’m so happy my coordinator found you guys!“

“I just want to point out this place! The baked goods are just like those on the cozy streets of Europe, fresh and incredibly delicious! Now I often stop here, get a cup of espresso and always grab a couple of treats for my wife. They have a huge variety of breads! They said they bake everything in the morning, which makes the baked goods special!

If you never stopped here, hey, just try! Believe me, you’ll love it!“

“We absolutely loved the ham , spinach and cheese crepe and the awesome potatoes and cappuccino as well!!😋“

“Best banana pudding! Great location and service is always fast and friendly.“

“We were gifted our first ever Bake Sum box. After trying just one bite of a Yuzu meringue bun I knew I needed more. Ordered our second BSB last week and shared amongst the roomies, huge hit. Well baked, not too sweet, great flavor combinations. 10/10 would recommend the Bake Sum box. If you can’t grab a box, you can grab al a cart day of pick ups just to tide you over until you can get a box 😋“

“I come here 2 times a week. The staff is great!! Milly also knows my kids have a dairy allergy, so he always makes sure the drinks are made properly.

The quality of the macha is unmatched. It is whisked properly for each ordered drink.

The macha donuts are delicious and have a few great flavors.

I also have to give credit to the staff when they are busy and short handed. The staff has always kept their cool and balance taking orders and making them.“

“Rolled up at 7:20 AM on a Saturday and found parking very easily on the street in front and practically no line. Caneles weren't available but I don't know if that was because someone had managed to clean shop in 20 minutes or they weren't ready yet. We got:

Quiche Lorraine: excellent, stood up well to microwave reheating and really appreciated the saltiness from the ham, was a full meal with some fruit and a slice of the walnut loaf on the side

Chocolate almond croissant: excellent texture and sweetness

Pain au chocolat: it was good but probably wouldn't buy again simply because I think other things taste better and are more worth the calories/money

Cardamom and walnut scone: my sleeper hit, ordered it because I saw someone else raving about it and wow wow wow so unassuming looking but maybe my favorite?

Ham and cheese cup: my husband's favorite; I had doubts about the hard boiled egg inside as I'm not generally a fan but it wasn't chalky in the slightest

Walnut bread: texture is perfect, soft yet with great body, one of the best loaves I've had in a long time

Caneles: didn't buy this time but have before and they are *chef's kiss*, perfect little hint of alcohol, burnt (but not bitter) sugar taste

Also bought Paris-Brest but that's for dessert tonight.“

“sourdough croissants, the corn cherry and oat scones, sundry shortbread flavours that are always exquisite...and today, a new treat, a lil pizza" bakers special" with kale and mojo and crust texture inexplicable, beyond magic. ✨👍🏽✨“

“This is a wonderful place to get a good cup of coffee and a delicious savory or sweet pastry. Please spread the word this bakery is located in a strip mall that is going down hill. This Bakery brings class to the area.“

“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😋😘🙏🏿❤️“

“Wonderful cookies, Excellent Consumer service“

“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.“

“We are regulars but never got around to writing a review! Tonight we had the best experience with Nellie and appreciated her kindness and easy conversation. And to top it off, we got a fresh delicious cookie right out of the oven :) The biscoff one is our fav!“

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

“A new contender for the best kalamata olive bread (4/5 Green Stars). It’s Day 3 of Shelterfest, sponsored by Coronavirus, and I was feeling kinda satisfied (i.e., less guilty than yesterday) after making an earnest attempt to work remotely. So I took myself off for an afternoon stroll and, landing in the vicinity of College and Alcatraz Ave, decided to pick up some bread if there was any to be had. La Farine was quiet and there was plenty of bread left, even at 4 pm. (So pop in to support them if you’re in the area!) I usually get their rustic baguette but this time bought a loaf of olive bread. The servers were super friendly and one asked me if I wanted some free pastries. Ya-ha I did! I scuttled home with my bag of goodies and heated up one of the freebies – a chocolate croissant (toaster oven, bake for 3-5 min). The croissant doesn’t look that amazing, I have to admit, but it tasted wonderful. Buttery, flakey pastry and just the right amount of good quality chocolate. Later I had the bread – I’m a big fan of Semifreddi’s Kalamata olive bread so the bar was pretty high. I have to say that it was up there with my favorite bread – it was a little fuller than the Semifreddi’s loaf, but that wasn’t a bad thing as I sometimes feel that I’m eating a lot of air with the latter. In summary, I can’t believe I’ve never reviewed La Farine before because I’ve gone there many a time. I recommend the three things mentioned above and also their Irish soda bread is really good and pretty authentic. I just found out that La Farine started out in this location in 1977 – almost as old as I am, said Bilbo. I'm also giving La Farine 4/5 "green stars" for social and environmental impact, based on these reasons: • It seems that they use conventional white flour and organic whole wheat flour. • Their website is lacking on information on ingredient sourcing (compared to, say Acme). I’d like to know more about their flour, eggs, butter, chocolate, etc. • La Farine donates leftover products to area food banks and senior centers • They also support Bay Area schools and other local causes • Their bags are made from post-consumer recycled paper and printed with water-based inks. • Most of the menu is vegetarian and some of the breads are vegan. Interested in writing green star reviews? If so, contact me!“

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

“Unique Special Order Cakes. Made my granddaughter's 16th heart shaped Birthday cake and she was totally pleased with the results. It matched her wishes exactly. Cupcakes were super delish! Thank you Rosanna for all your help!“

“Ever since my wife and I discovered this Persian market place we have stopped going anywhere else to get Sangak break, Kabob kobideh, Chickhen kabob (not salty nor greasy), Kaleh pache very clean and delicious. Thank you.“

“I stopped by here for a quick bite and was blown away by the quality. Everything I tried was incredibly fresh and flavorful.

The variety in the display case is impressive, especially those cookies labeled for pumpkin chocolate chip. You can tell they put a lot of care into what they bake. I will definitely be coming back soon to try more of their menu.“

“My first experience with the house of bagels, but in the late 60s, I attended high school with one of the sons and also had my first Onion flat. After moving back from New York and year 2000 I was glad to see that they were still in business, And that whenever I am in and around always without hesitation, stop by to pick up some bagels or two or three🥰“

“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.“

“Ordered a large princess cake for my partner’s birthday and it turned out to be very good! I've ordered from here for various parties and events and I am never disappointed. Febe (not sure if I am spelling that correctly) has been the best!“

“chocolate croissants!!💖.“

“I usually don’t write reviews, but I think this crepe store deserves more recognition! The location of this store is very good; it’s located at Park Street, which is incredibly accessible! The guy who took my order was very sweet and friendly! Service was very fast too! My order came out hot and fresh.

As for the taste of my order, I got a sweet crepe #7, Sweet Sunset, that included a very generous portion of strawberries and bananas. The taste of the strawberries and bananas were really refreshing, fresh, and sweet! Their ice cream selection is pretty good, offering matcha, cookies and cream, vanilla, strawberry and chocolate. I also really liked the texture of the crepe itself, it was slightly crispy yet bready combined with the Nutella makes the crepe come together to taste super rich.

As for the vibe of the store, the atmosphere is very clean, and has a lot of seats for customers. One thing I liked about the seats is that the owner put cushions for the marbled side which shows that they are really considerate for their customers. I also like the music they played it’s not too loud or too quiet, just the perfect volume. And I like how they have an LED backdrop to take picture of your order!

Basically this place deserves a 10/10, the portions again, were very generous but most importantly filling. I would definitely come back to order more with friends. Do give this spot a try!“

“The food and service were great. Fast, kind, and delicious. The interior space is definitely not a 5 atar dining experience. But for a place to sit and eat breakfast, it was fine. The selection was good, and the pastries were clearly made fresh. They did a great job making the food and drinks we ordered. Would definitely go back again.

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly breakfast options. Donuts, bagels, cinnamon rolls, etc.“

“The kouign-Aman and croissants were the very best pastry I have ever had from Starter Bakery. I am from Eugene Oregon and would drive back down to Berkley/Oakland area for this pastry any day! The bread is amazing as well... Well done Starter Bakery! B"“

“I look forward to every trip I make to the East Bay and especially the mornings, when I drive just down the road to this old school donut shop. They make donuts the way I use to like them as a child over 50 years ago. I especially love the apple fritters and the breakfast sandwiches, but all the donuts are great! If you remember the donuts of long ago, long before the Krispy Kreme and other modern gourmet donut nonsense, then give Alhambra Donuts a try!“

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

“We ordered several flavors of cupcakes and one small cake to serve as the dessert at our daughter and son-in-law's wedding this past weekend, after having tasted multiple flavors a few weeks earlier. The cupcakes (including GF and vegan options) were all outstanding - so delicious, moist, and beautiful. The cake was equally fabulous and attractive. Many guests agreed that they'd never had better cupcakes, or a better dessert at a wedding. So good and so memorable - just what our daughter hoped for.“

“Excelente lugar con los alfajores mas deliciosos !“

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

“Fun, creative experience! My son and I had a great time learning from Athena! She is a great teacher and inspired us to get baking!“

“I ate here for the first time last week I was introduced to the cornbread cookie. I went only four times and had at least 12 different pink boxes all over my car. I was skipping meals just to eat more of the cornbread cookies. Like a junkie who was hiding a terrible habit from everyone who loved her I realized that I can't go near this place again. I have no self-control and I will eat my way into a diabetic coma with those cornbread cookies“

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

“Las tortas y el pan con espinacas“

“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!“

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

“Bought a variety of pastries for going away gathering in the morning. Mater (not sure of her spelling) was amazing help w deciding which would play best for my group. She was knowledgeable, cheerful, and a complete joy to work w today. Have no doubt they’ll get it right when I pick up in the morning“

“Really nice place for a casual coffee in the morning. They do a really nice pour over coffee for a really good price.

Their breakfast pastries are good as well. It is a nice place to sit and begin your day, especially on weekends for me.“

“Crack Bread is frigging Awesome Buy in Bulk“

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

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

“Are you kidding me??? These are the BEST cupcakes I've ever had!!! The key lime pie.... heaven!!!! And the Smore's, oh my goodness, amazing!!!! 5 🌟 for sure!“

“Truly the best pastries in the East Bay.

We are so lucky to have a pastry program of this caliber in the suburbs. These pastries are absolutely destination-worthy—the guava danish is easily one of the top five pastries I’ve had anywhere in the world. You can taste the care, craftsmanship, and creativity in every item, and it’s clear how much love the husband-and-wife owners pour into their work.

The only thing missing, in my opinion, is espresso beverages. If they added a coffee program, I’d probably find myself here multiple times a week (or even daily). That said, the pastries alone make this place a must-visit.“

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

“Omg! I love walking into your bakery! It makes me smile really big! Fudge brownies with cream cheese are the best in the world! My favorite is coconut cream pies! Reminds me of my beautiful grandmas pies when I was a child. Thank you for your service and your commitment to help serve our community. It’s a pleasure doing business with you.“

“10/10 pastries, perfectly made! I bought a Tarte au Citron, a honey lavender latte, and a seasonal kouign amann. The employees were very kind and gave great recommendations! I’m definitely coming back.“

“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!“