Omg this was an amazing experience. This bakery is in a cute little neighborhood of Berkeley. Not fancy looking but the most amazing cheese Danish I've ever eaten in my life. I'm not a pastry person but I love a great Danish and this was it. Life is more amazing after consuming this beautiful morsel.
MTN PURSUITS
All cookies, muffins and pastries are great. Plus the man who seems to do everything there is super nice.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brhayan Stiven Puentes Rodriguez
Killer
Food: 5
Sagruilla P.
A pocket-sized bakery in the Hopkins/Monterey neighborhood. They have tasty coaster sized cookies, freshly filled cream donuts, muffins, croissants, and cinnamon morning buns (my personal favorite, better than Acme). There is also a display of tartlets. It's a great place for fresh to-go items if you are in the neighborhood. I would like to return some time when I need a baguette.
Bob W.
Stopped by for an almond croissant and for $5 got something that had all the flavor, texture, and freshness of a pastry from the day-old section of a supermarket chain. It's a mystery how this place stays in business--must be the location, but there are far better bakeries just a mile away where they actually take some pride in their work. Won't be back.
Monica H.
Their fruit basket is so good and if you have any leftover for the next day? It's so much better. My office gets all their birthday cakes from there. I thought I get my brother in law a cake for his birthday. It was a hit! The service on the phone was quick and straight to the point. He answered my questions and it was ok to pay upon arrival for pick up. Parking in front is a hit or miss. But I've been lucky the times I've been there.
Daniel Figueroa
Bakery place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Birthday Cake, Chocolate Pecan, Tart, Fruit Basket Cake
Tenzin T.
Their cake is always on point. Mango mousse cake is my favourite but all the other cakes are equally good. Staffs are friendly and very accommodating with requests. Price is very affordable in comparison to other bakery in the area. Quality of the cake is top notch. Love this place.
Maggie R.
The Princess Cake I recently ordered was terrible. I'd ordered one from the Hopkins Street Bakery before and it was fantastic. This time, the layers of sponge cake were so soggy that the cake fell apart when cut into. The layer of marzipan on top was so thin I could hardly taste it. When I called to complain, the man at the counter simply apologized. I asked him to please relay my feedback to the baker. I don't like writing negative reviews for small businesses, but I don't want anyone else to have the same disappointment. I suspect they have a new baker, judging from another 2023 review. First-world problem, I know....
Em Hooper
Great eclairs. The staff is friendly and helpful, the service is excellent,
This place is delicious Have used for yearsFamily birthday cake favorit.
Ben Raphael
My family and I have been customers of Hopkins Street Bakery for many years. Unfortunately we had such a bad experience with their cupcakes for our daughter’s birthday that we have to leave this feedback so other people can avoid the same mistake.Long story short, we ordered 20 cupcakes on Friday for a Sunday AM pickup because all the cupcake specific bakeries would not open early enough for our party Sunday AM and we wanted fresh treats. Great news is that Hopkins opens on Sundays at 7:30 in the morning and we have always loved their fresh birthday cakes with fresh fruit so we figured the cupcakes would be tasty also.Unfortunately, we were very wrong. When we placed the order Friday afternoon, the person taking our order was hesitant to commit, which should have been a solid warning sign. At first, he said he might not be able to do it but when I told him we only needed 20 and we were fine with half chocolate and half vanilla rather than any more complicated orders like red velvet or strawberry. He said it would probably work, but if, for some reason they weren’t able to make the order they would call me on Saturday. I was grateful.Fast forward to Sunday, the pick up went fine, but these cupcakes were incredibly dry cake, and the frosting was so dense and gummy that the cupcakes were inedible. The frosting was so gummy that we could not get the birthday candle out of one without the ganache lump pulling off the top as well. You can tell a cupcake is not very good when none of the kids are able to eat their first let alone ask for a second. Not to mention, these cupcakes were not particularly cheap at four dollars each.Before posting this review, I relayed my feedback to the shop manager directly and and he instead of listening, he focused on debating with me about the quality of the cupcake, their 30 year-old unchanged recipe, and how his baker stayed over time to make my order. I told him that if the order was problematic, we had expected to receive a phone call Saturday with a cancellation but we never got a call so we assumed it wasn’t a problem. He offered to “throw in a couple cookies” next time I buy something at the shop. Pretty disappointing.Frankly, we would have been better off with mass produced Whole Foods cupcakes. We always want to always support local businesses but after this experience, I do not intend to come back to Hopkins. Many other options out there that would have tasted better even one-day old compared to these.At least the cupcakes look nice. I’m including a photo of all of the untouched ones. Not pictured are the cupcakes that were thrown out at the party after a bite or two.
Ben R.
My family and I have been customers of Hopkins Street Bakery for many years. Unfortunately we had such a bad experience with their cupcakes for our daughter's birthday that we have to leave this feedback so other people can avoid the same mistake. Long story short, we ordered 20 cupcakes on Friday for a Sunday AM pickup because all the cupcake specific bakeries would not open early enough for our party Sunday AM and we wanted fresh treats. Great news is that Hopkins opens on Sundays at 7:30 in the morning and we have always loved their fresh birthday cakes with fresh fruit so we figured the cupcakes would be tasty also. Unfortunately, we were very wrong. When we placed the order Friday afternoon, the person taking our order was hesitant to commit, which should have been a solid warning sign. At first, he said he might not be able to do it but when I told him we only needed 20 and we were fine with half chocolate and half vanilla rather than any more complicated orders like red velvet or strawberry. He said it would probably work, but if, for some reason they weren't able to make the order they would call me on Saturday. I was grateful. Fast forward to Sunday, the pick up went fine, but these cupcakes were incredibly dry cake, and the frosting was so dense and gummy that the cupcakes were inedible. The frosting was so gummy that we could not get the birthday candle out of one without the ganache lump pulling off the top as well. You can tell a cupcake is not very good when none of the kids are able to eat their first let alone ask for a second. Not to mention, these cupcakes were not particularly cheap at four dollars each. Before posting this review, I relayed my feedback to the shop manager directly and and he instead of listening, he focused on debating with me about the quality of the cupcake, their 30 year-old unchanged recipe, and how his baker stayed over time to make my order. I told him that if the order was problematic, we had expected to receive a phone call Saturday with a cancellation but we never got a call so we assumed it wasn't a problem. He offered to "throw in a couple cookies" next time I buy something at the shop. Pretty disappointing.Frankly, we would have been better off with mass produced Whole Foods cupcakes. We always want to always support local businesses but after this experience, I do not intend to come back to Hopkins. Many other options out there that would have tasted better even one-day old compared to these.At least the cupcakes look nice. I'm including a photo of all of the untouched ones. Not pictured are the cupcakes that were thrown out at the party after a bite or two.
Christine F.
I work nearby and stop in here when I want a little treat and maybe some coffee. I'm always amazed by their selection. I've had some pastries and while they're not extraordinary, they get the job done.
Ethan Z.
This place is the bomb!!! The best bakery in Albany. You guys should try it! Great service
Omg this was an amazing experience. This bakery is in a cute little neighborhood of Berkeley. Not fancy looking but the most amazing cheese Danish I've ever eaten in my life. I'm not a pastry person but I love a great Danish and this was it. Life is more amazing after consuming this beautiful morsel.
All cookies, muffins and pastries are great. Plus the man who seems to do everything there is super nice.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Killer
Food: 5
A pocket-sized bakery in the Hopkins/Monterey neighborhood. They have tasty coaster sized cookies, freshly filled cream donuts, muffins, croissants, and cinnamon morning buns (my personal favorite, better than Acme). There is also a display of tartlets. It's a great place for fresh to-go items if you are in the neighborhood. I would like to return some time when I need a baguette.
Stopped by for an almond croissant and for $5 got something that had all the flavor, texture, and freshness of a pastry from the day-old section of a supermarket chain. It's a mystery how this place stays in business--must be the location, but there are far better bakeries just a mile away where they actually take some pride in their work. Won't be back.
Their fruit basket is so good and if you have any leftover for the next day? It's so much better. My office gets all their birthday cakes from there. I thought I get my brother in law a cake for his birthday. It was a hit! The service on the phone was quick and straight to the point. He answered my questions and it was ok to pay upon arrival for pick up. Parking in front is a hit or miss. But I've been lucky the times I've been there.
Bakery place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Birthday Cake, Chocolate Pecan, Tart, Fruit Basket Cake
Their cake is always on point. Mango mousse cake is my favourite but all the other cakes are equally good. Staffs are friendly and very accommodating with requests. Price is very affordable in comparison to other bakery in the area. Quality of the cake is top notch. Love this place.
The Princess Cake I recently ordered was terrible. I'd ordered one from the Hopkins Street Bakery before and it was fantastic. This time, the layers of sponge cake were so soggy that the cake fell apart when cut into. The layer of marzipan on top was so thin I could hardly taste it. When I called to complain, the man at the counter simply apologized. I asked him to please relay my feedback to the baker. I don't like writing negative reviews for small businesses, but I don't want anyone else to have the same disappointment. I suspect they have a new baker, judging from another 2023 review. First-world problem, I know....
Great eclairs. The staff is friendly and helpful, the service is excellent,
Restaurantji Recommends
This place is delicious Have used for yearsFamily birthday cake favorit.
My family and I have been customers of Hopkins Street Bakery for many years. Unfortunately we had such a bad experience with their cupcakes for our daughter’s birthday that we have to leave this feedback so other people can avoid the same mistake.Long story short, we ordered 20 cupcakes on Friday for a Sunday AM pickup because all the cupcake specific bakeries would not open early enough for our party Sunday AM and we wanted fresh treats. Great news is that Hopkins opens on Sundays at 7:30 in the morning and we have always loved their fresh birthday cakes with fresh fruit so we figured the cupcakes would be tasty also.Unfortunately, we were very wrong. When we placed the order Friday afternoon, the person taking our order was hesitant to commit, which should have been a solid warning sign. At first, he said he might not be able to do it but when I told him we only needed 20 and we were fine with half chocolate and half vanilla rather than any more complicated orders like red velvet or strawberry. He said it would probably work, but if, for some reason they weren’t able to make the order they would call me on Saturday. I was grateful.Fast forward to Sunday, the pick up went fine, but these cupcakes were incredibly dry cake, and the frosting was so dense and gummy that the cupcakes were inedible. The frosting was so gummy that we could not get the birthday candle out of one without the ganache lump pulling off the top as well. You can tell a cupcake is not very good when none of the kids are able to eat their first let alone ask for a second. Not to mention, these cupcakes were not particularly cheap at four dollars each.Before posting this review, I relayed my feedback to the shop manager directly and and he instead of listening, he focused on debating with me about the quality of the cupcake, their 30 year-old unchanged recipe, and how his baker stayed over time to make my order. I told him that if the order was problematic, we had expected to receive a phone call Saturday with a cancellation but we never got a call so we assumed it wasn’t a problem. He offered to “throw in a couple cookies” next time I buy something at the shop. Pretty disappointing.Frankly, we would have been better off with mass produced Whole Foods cupcakes. We always want to always support local businesses but after this experience, I do not intend to come back to Hopkins. Many other options out there that would have tasted better even one-day old compared to these.At least the cupcakes look nice. I’m including a photo of all of the untouched ones. Not pictured are the cupcakes that were thrown out at the party after a bite or two.
My family and I have been customers of Hopkins Street Bakery for many years. Unfortunately we had such a bad experience with their cupcakes for our daughter's birthday that we have to leave this feedback so other people can avoid the same mistake. Long story short, we ordered 20 cupcakes on Friday for a Sunday AM pickup because all the cupcake specific bakeries would not open early enough for our party Sunday AM and we wanted fresh treats. Great news is that Hopkins opens on Sundays at 7:30 in the morning and we have always loved their fresh birthday cakes with fresh fruit so we figured the cupcakes would be tasty also. Unfortunately, we were very wrong. When we placed the order Friday afternoon, the person taking our order was hesitant to commit, which should have been a solid warning sign. At first, he said he might not be able to do it but when I told him we only needed 20 and we were fine with half chocolate and half vanilla rather than any more complicated orders like red velvet or strawberry. He said it would probably work, but if, for some reason they weren't able to make the order they would call me on Saturday. I was grateful. Fast forward to Sunday, the pick up went fine, but these cupcakes were incredibly dry cake, and the frosting was so dense and gummy that the cupcakes were inedible. The frosting was so gummy that we could not get the birthday candle out of one without the ganache lump pulling off the top as well. You can tell a cupcake is not very good when none of the kids are able to eat their first let alone ask for a second. Not to mention, these cupcakes were not particularly cheap at four dollars each. Before posting this review, I relayed my feedback to the shop manager directly and and he instead of listening, he focused on debating with me about the quality of the cupcake, their 30 year-old unchanged recipe, and how his baker stayed over time to make my order. I told him that if the order was problematic, we had expected to receive a phone call Saturday with a cancellation but we never got a call so we assumed it wasn't a problem. He offered to "throw in a couple cookies" next time I buy something at the shop. Pretty disappointing.Frankly, we would have been better off with mass produced Whole Foods cupcakes. We always want to always support local businesses but after this experience, I do not intend to come back to Hopkins. Many other options out there that would have tasted better even one-day old compared to these.At least the cupcakes look nice. I'm including a photo of all of the untouched ones. Not pictured are the cupcakes that were thrown out at the party after a bite or two.
I work nearby and stop in here when I want a little treat and maybe some coffee. I'm always amazed by their selection. I've had some pastries and while they're not extraordinary, they get the job done.
This place is the bomb!!! The best bakery in Albany. You guys should try it! Great service