50 Best Bakeries in Oakland

“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 loved the flavors they are unique and exciting.the flan strawberry croissant was so good. I also had coffee almond croissant and ham and cheese croissant. I must go back for the unique flavored ones. I left w crumbs on my face… i didnt realize until my
Optometry appointment. I had a great time eating pastries here!“

“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. ✨👍🏽✨“

“Our go-to spot for Chinese pastries and cakes. Been here forever, and although prices continue to go up more than I would like, we still continue to come.

Fairly convenient spot on the edge of Oakland Chinatown where parking isn't the easiest but plenty of folks double park so you won't be alone if you do. The have most baked good staples but also good cakes if you call ahead.

When in line, watch out for the grandma's that pretend they didn't see you standing there the entire time or the grandpa's sneaking in for a quick cup for coffee/tea.

Their cakes are great; not too sweet, the Asian way. We always try to order ahead but they usually have a couple just in case.“

“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.“

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

“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 highly recommend this vegan baker for both savory and sweet baked goods. I’m not a professional “ foodie” reviewer, but have found everything I ordered to be delicious.“

“I ordered items to be shipped to our hotel in Napa. They arrived the next day! We had shortbread cookies, croissants, and pan au chocolate. They are all fantastic! The hotel kitchen warmed them up for us which made them even better! Great service. Fantastic pastry! Thank you, Mariposa! (Wife is celiac/no cc/symptomatic and had NO issues)10 out of 10“

“Is there anything that this amazing collective cannot do?!?!?! I have been working with them to design cupcakes and desserts for my 40th birthday... and I have a weak budget. Every single person I have interacted with at AC has gone above and beyond to help me get the most fun and satisfying treats. I recommend them 100000% for any and all cakery needs.“

“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!“

“In fond of the lava lemonade. And the bagels are delish.“

“What else is there to say. This place is wonderful.“

“Gregory’s gourmet deserts is a little peace of heaven on earth! The soul that goes into his deserts are not only filled with passion but also with flavor! Humble beginnings and beautiful cheesecakes are coming out of his paradise! I am from Wisconsin and we know a thing or two about cheese but I can tell you we can’t compare to Gregory and his cheesecakes! I hope he decides one day to create a cookbook because he is just that amazing! I can’t express how heavenly and rich his deserts are but please don’t pass this gem up if you do, you will regret it!!!“

“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!“

“Las tortas y el pan con espinacas“

“Thank you KJ Specialties! I got my order. Personally delivered by Mary George Hansen Torres-Cansino and Jojo Cansino! Thank you! I ordered, Kai's Banana Bread (vegan), Salted Egg Mini and Red Velvet Banana Bread! I just tried the salted egg mini #YummySarapLicious #KJSpecialties“

“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.“

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

“Beautiful wedding cake, reasonable price & delicious !!!“

“this may look bad on the outside but its definitely good on the inside, i ordered hotdog buns, pineapple buns, egg tarts! and cream buns, i told them to keep the change and when im in the area again, ill definitely come here, very delicious 😋“

“My family used to go here when it was in Chinatown San Francisco, so happy to know they moved to Oakland Chinatown. They have the same cases and handwriting from years old, very nostalgic. The food and price are the same, both extremely affordable and tasty. I got everything in the photo for $18.50. I highly recommend their egg tart and pineapple custard buns.“

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

“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.“

“The chocolate chip cookies are AMAZING. Soft, chewy, packed with chocolate, and not overly sweet. You can tell they’re homemade with care. Highly recommend, we’re hooked!“

“Excellent moist cakes after the tasting box all their cakes are beautifully made and the most amazing thing to mention is its sweetness is not crazily sweet like American cake but more like French and Italia ones. Recommended 👍 Now on we have a favorite place to order for every Birthday Celebration ❤️.“

“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"“

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

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

“I just heard that the bakery will be closing. No words ;(“

“Yahshi's lemon cake layered with fresh raspberry filling and butter cream is spectacularly delicious!“

“I've been a huge fan of Heart Thrives for many years and recommend them to all my nutrition clients. Not only are their products fantastic, but their customer service is as well! This is truly a company that values and stands by their products and their customers as well.“

“Been coming here for almost 30 years. Each bread is delicious, and come early if you want the best concha you've ever had (you must eat a concha when it is still fresh). The tortas are simple, hearty, and fairly priced, and will fuel you up for a long day of work, play, or relaxation. I try to come here as much as I can!“

“Best bakery in town. You get fresh croissants,bolillos,baguettes, and other breads straight from this factory. The ordering window is just an open door on the side of the building,just look at where people are lining up. The prices has slowly gone up over the years but its still worth it. 2 dollars for a huge croissant that tastes this amazing is a steal. You'll recognize their bolillos being used in a lot of banh mi shops all over the bay area, its their best sellers and for a great reason.“

“I was looking for Rosca de reyes and I came across this bakery, and with the news that the bread is super soft ?, if I recommend it, I would like to encourage you to make a batch of Ate-filled bagels with fruits uff. A year ago I bought a 3 milk cake and it was also very tasty ??“

“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.“

“I got the horchata frappe with soy milk and it blew my mind ?Most delicious coffee I’ve had in a very long time!!!It easily beats Starbucks, McDonald’s cafe, Peet’s and even hasta muerte’s coffee up the streetsoooooo bomb you won’t regret it! I can’t wait to try the other flavors ?(I had a few sips in the pictures, whipped cream was up to the top when served)“

“Awesome place to shop! My “go to” produce market for incredibly fresh produce, fruits and dry goods. Great meat and fish market. Superb bakery. Excellent wine shop, And Market Hall pasta shop/main market is simply amazing in SO many ways. Plus, super easy parking and good hours ... important to me and a for real plus. Love this place!!!“

“The staff at this coffee shop are incredibly friendly and easy to talk to. They’re great at teaching you how to make your own coffee and find the perfect drink for you. I’ve been a regular here for a while now, and they know exactly what I want every morning. If you’re in the area, stop by and grab yourself a cup of coffee. The owner is always happy to chat with you.“

“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!“

“Ummm... This is the best place ever!!! Food is good. Employees are good. Emile, Abe, Jose, Brenda, Mario and everyone else who works there TOTALLY ROCK. It is a DAILY ritual to walk and get a coffee. I hope they are around forever. And I LOVE what the new oven-warmer does to the breakfast sandwiches. Good call.“

“I’m from Texas and I ordered a custom cake to be delivered for my daughter that lives in the area and they they’re amazing!! They delivered the cake on time and just like I have asked for, it was made beautifully!!. I highly recommend them. Would used them in the future.“

“Know what you want to order. Pay in cash. Delicious and quick. Know that they're not rude, just be prepared with your order. Atmosphere? Don't double park, even if its Chinatown, get your food and find a nice spot at Jack London to eat. Can't have a better cheap lunch than that.“

“Came here to check out Tierra Mia in Oakland on Broadway and it definitely lives up to the hype. The vibe inside is super chill—rustic but modern, really spacious with plenty of seating, and just a great overall atmosphere to relax or get some work done.

The drinks are next level if you like Latin inspired specialty coffee. The Horchata Frappe is a total standout, perfectly blended, refreshing, and has that authentic scratch made taste. If you want something hot, the Coco Loco Latte is incredible with a really rich, tropical coconut flavor that pairs perfectly with their espresso.

You also can't skip the pastry case. The Hazelnut Kouign Amann is an absolute must try, super flaky, buttery, and the hazelnut filling adds the perfect amount of sweetness.

Service was super friendly and fast, and they have reliable Wi-Fi too. If you’re in the area and want a great coffee spot with an awesome environment, this place is definitely a must visit.“

“This bakery is 100% the BEST bakery in Oakland. This small business sets the STANDARD for pan dulce. I’ve been going here since I was a kid & will forever support them. You gotta try it, buy some for your family, grandparents, coworkers. Everyone gotta try the pan dulce from here. It’s my biggest pregnancy craving right now & I drive 2 hrs for this since I moved because again, THEY’RE THE BEST!“

“Unexpectedly great. My boyfriend has a set of go-to dim sum places and I am new to the region. I thought I routed us to one of his primary vetted three dim sum places in downtown Oakland, but this place is just outside of dt. When we realized we were not headed to the place he wanted initially, we decided not to reroute and try a new place. We were able to find parking in the lot upon arrival and there was no wait to place our order. This ended up being closer to where we live and more convenient to get to than any of the places in downtown. The sizes and serving quantities were very generous. Pics include a chapstick for reference. Everything was tasty enough to come back and order the other items that we wanted to try but ran out of space for. The bread-y items were so soft and fluffy. The dan tat was sweet like a pastry (how I prefer it) instead of neutral like traditional dan tat.“

“what a cool place. the amount of community that is instilled here is awesome! great great food!“

“Awesome place for a cup of coffee. Love the area and very friendly customer service.“

“Awesome is the word, though I live in San Rafael I ordered the cake for my son from here, it was JUST amazing , right amount of moisture with wright amount of sweetness. The star was only 5 so could not exceed haaa. Thanks guys for such a Yum cake . Cheers…….“