Mara's Italian Pastries
$ • Bakery, VegetarianAbout Mara's Italian Pastries
Customers' Favorites
Chocolate Croissant
Assorted Pastries
Pistachio Cannoli
Almond Croissant
Cheese Danish
Sfogliatele
Pasticceria
Cream Puff
Cheesecake
Tiramisu
Mara's Italian Pastries Reviews
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We found Mara's while strolling around in SF's North Beach. Having been to Italy dozens of times, I can say that this is not an authentic Italian bakery. But it's a very good, classic neighborhood bakery that offers large portion good at comparable prices. The service is friendly and prompt. And the place itself is simple, albeit not fancy, so in line with most Italian bakery-coffee places. We had some turnovers, chocolate and almond croissants, and Polish style poppyseed pastry....read full review
Pistachio cannolis are good!
I'm all for supporting local businesses and get that quality costs more, but over $9 for a single connali is wild.
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 12AM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 12AM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 10PM |
Mara's Italian Pastries offers a taste of Italy in San Francisco. The owner, of Calabrian origin, has been running the establishment for around fifty years, maintaining Italian traditions. Customers can enjoy authentic Italian coffee, pastries, and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. The window attraction showcases a wide range of interesting pastries and desserts, drawing many visitors in. While the inside is a bit small with limited seating and can get crowded, the staff are known for their smiles and exceptional service. Customers praise the fresh pastries, including cannoli, cookies, cakes, and other classic Italian treats. The Cannoli's are perfect, not too sweet, and the coffee pairs perfectly with the desserts. Some customers find the prices a bit high, but many praise the bakery's charm, selection, and quality, including the delicious tiramisu and gelato. However, some have noted that the food is not labeled, which can make it difficult for those less familiar with Italian pastries.