50 Best Bakeries in San Jose

“Thank you for minis! There are perfect!!!“

“The best cookies I’ve had in a while. I don’t have much of a sweet tooth but these are so so good! I love the new variety of flavors every week and how they’re so unique and different than the generic cookies you buy in the grocery store. The price isn’t too bad either! For a box of 6 cookies it’s $22 but the cookies are HUGE. I can never finish one by myself so I leave them to the rest of my family. Also pro tip download the crumble app so you can earn free rewards. 100 points equals to $10 you can use towards the cookies.“

“This particular branch is located inside Mitsuwa; to the left when you walk in...past Hokkaido Ramen Santouka. They do a great job with the Mochi Donuts here. The Mochi Cupcakes are also very good. While this isn't a standalone venue, the menu here seems to be expanding frequently. In addition to their standard Mochi Donuts they keep adding new items. Not that I'm complaining...just an observation. Actually I'm ecstatic! I haven't seen some of these creative new items before. #Sugar ~ Matcha Mochisada - 5/5 These were amazing. Not too sweet or bitter, perfectly balanced Matcha cream on the inside. ~ Mochi Cupcake Black Sesame - 4/5 Excellent flavor. Not too sweet or bitter and the texture is spot on; delightfully chewy without being too dry. I prefer the Cupcakes over the donuts, better texture for me. ~ Matcha BRIOCHE - 4/5 Another brilliant creation. Mochi Brioche with Matcha cream filling. Delish! Can't wait to see what else they're going to come up with.“

“The strawberry cake was delicious!“

“Thanks Charlie for donating your yummy cheesecake bites for St Catherine’s 7th grade class fundraiser towards their Washington DC trip.“

“We were in town to get a present and of course we had to stop and get a box of our goodies we used to get every Friday. Great that you can now order before coming into town. Always really good“

“I was very charmed by this local donut spot. It is an older establishment (so a little run down which honestly just added to the whole experience for me) but very affordable and clean. Good donuts (very generous raspberry filling), tasty breakfast sandwich, hot diner coffee, the sweetest lady behind the counter, and regulars who were happy to see each other.“

“Naltaliya was great in every step of the way. We ordered a cake and a cupcake for the baby shower. Sent her some ideas and she created a masterpiece. When I saw the cake I was speechless. It was beautiful was beautiful and exactly what I wanted. It was also delicious. Not overly sweet, very moist, and made with love. Pretty much all the guests at the party asked me where we ordered the cake. Big big big thanks. I would highly recommend you order your next dessert from Natalia.“

“Great taste and lots of wonderful pan dulce options! Pavo Torta! delish!“

“Omg! The Yummiest Empanadas I’ve tasted. It’s a perfectly baked flakey perfect every bite. I can’t wait to go back for more!“

“I reached out to Avani, the owner of Butter Cheeni, for a milestone birthday cake. I wanted a simple, elegant cake with minimal artificial colors or fondants, at the same time fancy enough for a milestone event. She heard my requirements and came back with a few suggestions not just for the flavor, but also the shape of the cake, the kind of frosting etc. We decided to go with a rectangular 2-layered Dubai chocolate cake. Once we decided on the order, she shared her terms and conditions. On the day of the event, the cake was ready on time, as promised. It was packed very professionally and also had a cake care card with specific instructions on how to store the cake. She also included an elegant cake topper. The cake tasted amazing and everyone loved the look and the taste of the cake. I am glad I went with Avani, who is very professional and prompt in communication. Working with her was seamless and she is hands down one of the best eggless bakers in the South Bay.“

“I realized that I haven't written a Google review for The Celtic Tea Shoppe yet. I went to there today and I was glad that they're open. The day before, they were closed due to a family emergency. The owners are wonderful people. I got a Scotch Whisky Fudge for my sister. I also got Salted Caramel Corn, Ginger Newts, pumpkin pasty, and two apple pasties. All of which that I love to get. I have never tried soda bread before so I'll get that next time. I'll be going there again soon.“

“Felt like home. The owners and works were very kind and the food was really good!
I had a torta de papas with chorizo and I got a Mazapán latte and both were fantastic! Everything on the torta was homemade, really fresh, and really good! 10/10 really recommend. Also their pumpkin empanada was perfect amount of sweetness.“

“I loved it, thanks especially to the baker omg I was delighted with the flavor and how beautiful it turned out I will return again everyone loved the flavor the first time I bought it and I will do it again thank you

Parking: Free parking friendly people
I recommend“

“Friendly staff and great breakfast burritos“

“I had to wait in line but anyway, the people who serve you are very friendly and the bread is freshly made...I love the bolillos 🙂

Parking: It is difficult to find parking since the businesses are next door and it is always full there.“

“Great pastry, customer service is also great.“

“Cocola is one of my favorite spots at Santana Row for great desserts and coffee. The atmosphere in the evening is perfect — relaxing outside with a drink while enjoying all the activity around the Row. I especially love their Chai Latte, and the desserts are always delicious. The coconut macaroon and croissants especially.
The only downside is that the staff (not all, just a couple) can be a bit stand offish sometimes, but overall it’s still a great place to unwind and enjoy the vibe while people watching.“

“Delicious! It’s a great hole in the wall! Prices are great! The quality is GREAT!!! I recommend if you are in the area! Concha’s are soft and fresh and el ojo is flaky then soft in the middle! 😋🤤 (also parking is a little sketchy but not too bad)“

“Buena atención al cliente excelente servicio“

“bought a cinnamon roll at Nordstrom, Doughy and tasted like chemicals. the worst I've ever had and it cost 8 dollars!“

“Love everything about this place“

“Paris Avenue is a delightful bakery with a cozy French atmosphere. We stopped by and tried the veggie quiche, which was flavorful and perfectly baked, along with a pastry that was light and delicious. The service was quick, making for a pleasant experience. I’d love to come again to try their cakes, which looked tempting. A great spot for a quick bite or a sweet treat!“

“I ordered a 4 tier cake for my wedding. I asked if they would be able to do the old vintage cake designs. I was told yes. I sent several detailed emails and pictures of what I wanted. The cake was NOTHING close in design, outside of 4 levels, nothing else looked like the pictures. Only one of the colors, only a couple flowers. Then, 1 hour into the reception the cake fell over. I never even got to cut my 4 tiered cake! When I brought it up after, she blamed the heat. There was air conditioning in the venue! She offered to redo it for pictures. I agreed then never heard from her. I contacted her multiple times and I just today get an email from her saying she can't do that after all. I lost money, had a mediocre cake that looked nothing like the inspo picture I sent, and had my cake fall over and barely salvaged enough for the guests. This is a horrible business who doesn't care about making a cake for something as important as a wedding. My dream cake was ruined. I should've gone with someone else. What a horrible bakery. Liars and unprofessional. If you don't know how to do vintage designs don't sat you do! And do not offer a remake if you don't mean it! If you're looking for a multi tiered wedding cake, do not use them!“

“The staff at this location are sweet and friendly. Thank goodness they have one gluten free option and it is delicious. Thank you for helping me get my cake fix 💖💖💖💖“

“I've been wanting to try Fancy Flavors for sooo long, l'm so glad I finally did! I went on a Saturday morning around 8:15. There was no line and service was fast and friendly. Some inside seating but mostly just a grab and go place I feel like.

Everything I got was sooo incredible. You need to try the pumpkin basque cheesecake before it goes away!!! I would repeat all these choices again!!!!“

“The Holy Grail of egg custard tarts. 🙏“

“The Pate Chaud here is very good! The meat is juicy and the bun not so oily. I highly recommend 😋!“

“Fantastic Bakery I have been coming here for years to many to list but their carrot cake rules“

“I recommend everything about this Portuguese treasure.“

“i got the original donut it was very tasty and the texture was very soft i enjoyed it a lot!

i also got two drinks, the thai tea (orange) and the brown sugar (beige). both were very tasty, i kept them both at 100% sweetness. the brown sugar one was a bit more sweet than expected but still yummy. the thai tea was perfect, it wasn’t too sweet or too bland!

service was quick and the cashier was friendly, i would recommend!“

“I got my wedding cake from them and people would tell us how good it was. So we also got my husband his graduation cake, which was a custom warrior theme cake. It was tasty and looked so nice!“

“What a GREAT find! There are many Panderias by my house and since the one I originally stopped at had a line, I came here because I noticed it kinda tucked away where no one can notice. I was getting pan for my co workers and everyone was very pleased with the quality (not dry) I would definitely come back :)“

“Best Persian breads and Persian pastries“

“We had an event at work and I ended up trying the churros after getting a whiff of the delicious smell and OMG!! They are so delicious!! Freshly made with a crunchy but soft on the inside!“

“Came in at 6am for breakfast and I wasn’t disappointed. This has been right in front of my house all these years and I finally walked in for some bakery goods.

I have no idea what I ordered, but pictures will tell. The piece with raspberry filling was nice and hot. Very good. Friendly service and I was even greeted with a Bueno Dias! Would come back.“

“I brought my 90 yr old Dad to his favorite Mexican bakery, it had been several years since he had visited last.
He ordered maranitos, ojo de torro, white conchas , empanadas de piña and niño envuelto.
I had no idea they all had such unusual names. I usually just point to the kind I want. 😄
Besides the beautiful pan the employees are friendly and helpful. And if you walk in and you don't see anyone in front make sure to give the bell a ring.“

“Cute little hole in the wall joint, making some delicious banh mi and more. The sandwiches are very reasonably priced, and packed full of delicious meat. Try the Chicken & Bacon, the Vegetarian one was tasty too!
Love the assortment of cakes and pastries, as well as home made pork fluff and traditional Vietnamese items.“

“My first visit here was met with very kind services from the store staff. It was pretty obvious that I’m not Vietnam and/or I don’t speak the language and it was my first time. There were other customers trying to cut the line to in front of me, but the ladies behind the counter was very kind and patient in attending my orders. Thank you!

Taro sesame balls are so good. The perfect, almost crispy exterior is met with delicate inside texture. Of course not too sweet but just the right amount of sweetness. Loved the amount of sesame on the outside, too.

I also got pandan waffle. I liked it more than the one I got in Little Saigon before. I’d come here for that next time. The yellow steamed cake (not sure what this is called) was bit denser than I was expecting, but still, nice subtle sweetness - something I’d love to make at home.“

“Stopped in today to get a last minute birthday cake. The black sugar cake wowed everyone -- just as good and flavorful if not better than the boba drink, with some interesting textural contrast of crunchy bits, in addition to fluffy and creamy cake/buttercream? layers. So yummy!! The red bean bun I grabbed as a snack was also delicious. We will be back.“

“VANS BAKERY is my overall favorite bakery for authentic Vietnamese desserts like mung cakes,matcha sweetened wafers,and especially we buy our family's cakes her every time. They bake delicious duruancajes, gree cakes,and mocha cakes too. I prefer Vans Bakery because they are very clean,neat, and bright and cheerful feeling there!“

“A wonderful REAL bakery, making bread on a rotating stone in front of you. We bought a Persian bread: somewhere between a naan and a focaccia covered in white and black sesame seeds. It was still warm and we devoured it between the two of us in the car over the next 20 minutes. Heavenly taste and consistency with nothing added. We also bought a bag of taftoon: naan-like large round flatbreads which we ate over the next two days for picnic meals. They were also delicious with a great texture and they kept well. This is a real artisan baker. There is no fancy store front. There is only the oven, a counter and the bread. Wishing them continued success!“

“2 out of 3 times my bagel was toasted just right (one time was burned). Those are pretty good odds. If you get there early, the bagels are still warm from being freshly made and are even more delicious. They are generous with the schmear, which is nice compared to other places that are stingy with it. There is a cozy dining area, which is just right for eating my bagel while still waking up.“

“Have used this location for some time to meet old friends, to have some coffee and bakery goods. Place was suffering from lack of service and cleaness. Dirty cups dirty plates dirty chairs and carpet.stop going there and moved next door Starbuck. Today one of our friend whom has walking issue went to this location and we end up going back to this store. A Lady name Brittany greeted us. Friendly with excellent service, clean cups, clean dishes, clean coffee dispensers. Hot water was hot. It is good to see that new employees are making a difference. Thumbs up to Brittney and managment

Parking: Lots of free parking space. almost next to front door

Wheelchair accessibility: Large entrance door. Ramp to front door. Lots of room for easy wheel chair to table access“

“Buena atención al cliente excelente servicio“

“We bought our wedding cake at Sweet Passions Bakery almost 30 years ago. Some years since we would order 9” round one on a wedding anniversary,

Although the owners have changed twice, the banana cake still tastes good thanks to Judy, Manuel, Sofia and Coni.“

“Loving all the food and clean place“

“Look I'm not Latin and I don't want to appropriate the beautiful culture so I'll say this. If you know what to get, you're in for a phenomenal time.

The staff didn't speak much English but were still very kind.

The flan was on a whole other level and the tamales were fantastic“

“Their Mango Mousse cake is absolutely delicious. I have tried many things at this bakery. All are excellent. Try them out folks. You will enjoy every bite.“

“amazing!!! my family also loves them❤️“