Excellent bakery with delicious, beautifully produced pastries and cookies. Highly recommend the custard topped, strawberry jam filled pastry and the Ube croissant. The matcha cream filled pastry was a little overwhelmed by the sweetness and abundance of the topping, but if you have a sweet tooth like me, it's heaven. The flavor of the topping was still very good and it looked gorgeous! My husband was disappointed by the ham and cheese croissant and said he thought it could have used a little more filling.If you are familiar with Bake Sum on Lakeshore, you will know what to expect in terms of flavors, textures and types of pastries available.Parking can be tricky in this neighborhood but side streets are a good option.Parking: Use side streets
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Karen Y.
Unique pastries with an Asian twist. The atmosphere is aesthetic and clean. The place is geared towards younger crowd with their cute decor for social media postings. I felt a little rushed since their was a line behind me and I couldn't take a good look at the items available so I grabbed a few that caught my eye. Pastries are cute but I have had better pastries elsewhere.
Sophia S.
Highly recommend the char siu danish. If you get it warmed up though just be careful it started to leak into the bag. Everything was so flakey and delicious.
Cindy C.
Really great and unique pastries with Asian flavors. Ordering was easy and I liked that everything was displayed and labeled clearly to make ordering easier because you will be having choice paralysis.Croissants - really good! They also sell baked goods from Neighbor Bakery, so 2 birds with one stone. Both the Ube and Pistachio twice-baked croissants were excellent and had the nice almond topping that I love. The pastry was delicious, well-laminated, and good quality - better imo than the pastry from Neighbor Bakery which is also excellent.I loved the passion fruit madeline and finacier here. Both high-quality and well-flavored versions.-----My nitpicks - I've tried a lot of pastries b/c we're so lucky in the Bay in the wealth of excellent options, so the opinions below are personal and subjective to my taste preferences! Better to try for yourself and decide :).The flavoring/filling could be slightly more generous in my opinion and wasn't strong enough flavored for my palette. The ube flavoring could also be stronger, though in general most of the Ube items in the Bay tastes watered down in the same way that matcha does, so I won't be ordering this one again. The pistachio had a nice layer of raspberry jam that complimented well with the pistachio, but again I wish there was a bit more filling to croissant ration, and that the pistchio cream tasted more strongly of pistachio.The mochi cakes were not my favorite renditions of mochi cakes because of their consistency, harder and less flavorful than Third Culture or CA Bakehouse. The thai tea flavor was too weak for my palette, in general I do wish the Asian flavor profiles were stronger.I also got a strawberry/matcha cube pastry from Neighbor Bakery. The strawberry and matcha cream was generous and well-balanced. I loved the flavor of the strawberry cream, it tasted like real strawberries. The croissant itself was not as umami as Sunday Bakeshop though. Appreciated being able to do a taste test side by side.I want to caveat this review with the fact that Bay Area baking is really top-notch, I was shocked to discover that in Europe and other places in the states pastries rarely stand up to even our middling offerings, so my nit-pickyness is subjective to the high bar that the bakers have set in the area. Thank you for creating so many delightful things for us to try!------I also got a loaf of their black sesame kimchi sourdough which was excellent. The kimchi gave the bread a savory umami flavor profile I really enjoyed, and the sesame seed crust was generous and paired well with the flavor of the bread!
Carolyn M.
I had so much fun here and ordered way too much because everything is just so unique and different! If you're looking for unique pastries with Asian flavors, you came to the right place! Char siu croissant: 4/5 good flavor, never thought to combine char siu with flaky pastry yet here we are! It's a good fusion and unique pastry Mushroom tart: 5/5 surprise favorite, I loved the mushroom and cheese, great pastry! Strawberry bun: 4/5 tasted like strawberry pocky cream but I like that haha but it's a bit difficult to eat! Passionfruit guava bun: 5/5 also hard to eat but excellent curd, great flavor, star of the show for me! Oolong chocolate cake: subtle oolong flavor but a delicious small cake that was a great dessert at the end of the day! Chocolate Hazelnut Twice-Baked Croissant: 3/5 great flavor but actually a little almost dry? Maybe twice baked was too much for this one. Milk tea blondie was only okay. 2/5 More of a brown sugar caramel kind of taste rather than milk tea, so meh.
Jennifer Wiley
Absolute hidden gem. Every single thing I’ve eaten here has been incredible. I live nearby and try to stop in whenever they’re open. Highly recommend for sweet and savory Asian-inspired pastries! (And especially the ube croissant!) Oh and the owner is so chill & kind too.
Karen C.
I first visited Sunday Bakeshop almost two years ago and recently came back to the same pastries I've been craving ever since. Their fusion menu is so creative and staff very attentive and kind answering all questions. I highly recommend trying the kimchi corn cheese danish and the black sesame rice crispy that they offer. I can't wait to come back and try all the other options!
Cookie Monster
The best!
Helen T.
Finally writing this review ... the pastries are so unique and tasty and not what you'd expect. Note that some are savory like the char siu cronut. The lobby is spacious and each available item for that day is displayed in the case with the description. You place your order at the counter and the fresh items are stored in the trays in the backMy fav are white rabbit and ube snickerdoodle cookie
Peter Farejowicz
This bakery has been on my wishlist for a while after I read about it. They do Asian inspired and flavored pastries, both savory and sweet. Of the two that I tried on this visit, the ginger pull apart danish was my favorite, it was the right amount of crunch on the outside and chewiness on the inside without being overwhelming. The other mochi muffin treat I tried I would pass on next time.They run a promo of 5 pastries for $20 right before closing so if you want to sample a bunch come near the end of the day.Super convenient and great location in the Rockridge area near lots of other popular shops.
The Sunday Bakeshop is a hidden gem that never fails to impress. The selection of pastries is simply divine, but as always you have to get them early because they do sell out quickly.
Helene
Very cute bakery with innovative pastries. Loved the kimchee corn cheese croissant and the mixed berry croissant tart. Also notable is the ginger pull apart, milk tea blondie and the mochi muffins. If you go near closing time, they have a special going on which is any 5 pastries for $20.
Oneill
The Sunday Bakeshop is a hidden gem that never fails to impress. The selection of pastries is simply divine, but as always you have to get them early because they do sell out quickly.
Corey Forbes
I love swinging by this place on the weekend. Been coming here for at least a year now and they've been very consistent in quality and are constantly expanding their selection of delicious and innovative pastries.
Grace T.
Sunday Bakeshop has quickly become my go-to destination for heavenly pastries and delectable treats. Tucked away in a charming corner of Oakland, this delightful bakery is a haven for those with a sweet tooth, offering a wide array of mouthwatering confections that never fail to impress.The cozy and welcoming atmosphere, adorned with whimsical decor and shelves filled with tantalizing treats, instantly puts you in the mood for a delightful culinary adventure. The selection at Sunday Bakeshop is truly impressive, with a variety of pastries, cakes, cookies, and more, each crafted with care and attention to detail. Whether you're in the mood for a flaky croissant, a rich chocolate chip cookie, or a beautifully decorated cake, you'll find it all here, each item baked to perfection.With their delectable treats, inviting atmosphere, and friendly service, Sunday Bakeshop has captured my heart, and I cannot wait to return for another delightful experience.
Excellent bakery with delicious, beautifully produced pastries and cookies. Highly recommend the custard topped, strawberry jam filled pastry and the Ube croissant. The matcha cream filled pastry was a little overwhelmed by the sweetness and abundance of the topping, but if you have a sweet tooth like me, it's heaven. The flavor of the topping was still very good and it looked gorgeous! My husband was disappointed by the ham and cheese croissant and said he thought it could have used a little more filling.If you are familiar with Bake Sum on Lakeshore, you will know what to expect in terms of flavors, textures and types of pastries available.Parking can be tricky in this neighborhood but side streets are a good option.Parking: Use side streets
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Unique pastries with an Asian twist. The atmosphere is aesthetic and clean. The place is geared towards younger crowd with their cute decor for social media postings. I felt a little rushed since their was a line behind me and I couldn't take a good look at the items available so I grabbed a few that caught my eye. Pastries are cute but I have had better pastries elsewhere.
Highly recommend the char siu danish. If you get it warmed up though just be careful it started to leak into the bag. Everything was so flakey and delicious.
Really great and unique pastries with Asian flavors. Ordering was easy and I liked that everything was displayed and labeled clearly to make ordering easier because you will be having choice paralysis.Croissants - really good! They also sell baked goods from Neighbor Bakery, so 2 birds with one stone. Both the Ube and Pistachio twice-baked croissants were excellent and had the nice almond topping that I love. The pastry was delicious, well-laminated, and good quality - better imo than the pastry from Neighbor Bakery which is also excellent.I loved the passion fruit madeline and finacier here. Both high-quality and well-flavored versions.-----My nitpicks - I've tried a lot of pastries b/c we're so lucky in the Bay in the wealth of excellent options, so the opinions below are personal and subjective to my taste preferences! Better to try for yourself and decide :).The flavoring/filling could be slightly more generous in my opinion and wasn't strong enough flavored for my palette. The ube flavoring could also be stronger, though in general most of the Ube items in the Bay tastes watered down in the same way that matcha does, so I won't be ordering this one again. The pistachio had a nice layer of raspberry jam that complimented well with the pistachio, but again I wish there was a bit more filling to croissant ration, and that the pistchio cream tasted more strongly of pistachio.The mochi cakes were not my favorite renditions of mochi cakes because of their consistency, harder and less flavorful than Third Culture or CA Bakehouse. The thai tea flavor was too weak for my palette, in general I do wish the Asian flavor profiles were stronger.I also got a strawberry/matcha cube pastry from Neighbor Bakery. The strawberry and matcha cream was generous and well-balanced. I loved the flavor of the strawberry cream, it tasted like real strawberries. The croissant itself was not as umami as Sunday Bakeshop though. Appreciated being able to do a taste test side by side.I want to caveat this review with the fact that Bay Area baking is really top-notch, I was shocked to discover that in Europe and other places in the states pastries rarely stand up to even our middling offerings, so my nit-pickyness is subjective to the high bar that the bakers have set in the area. Thank you for creating so many delightful things for us to try!------I also got a loaf of their black sesame kimchi sourdough which was excellent. The kimchi gave the bread a savory umami flavor profile I really enjoyed, and the sesame seed crust was generous and paired well with the flavor of the bread!
I had so much fun here and ordered way too much because everything is just so unique and different! If you're looking for unique pastries with Asian flavors, you came to the right place! Char siu croissant: 4/5 good flavor, never thought to combine char siu with flaky pastry yet here we are! It's a good fusion and unique pastry Mushroom tart: 5/5 surprise favorite, I loved the mushroom and cheese, great pastry! Strawberry bun: 4/5 tasted like strawberry pocky cream but I like that haha but it's a bit difficult to eat! Passionfruit guava bun: 5/5 also hard to eat but excellent curd, great flavor, star of the show for me! Oolong chocolate cake: subtle oolong flavor but a delicious small cake that was a great dessert at the end of the day! Chocolate Hazelnut Twice-Baked Croissant: 3/5 great flavor but actually a little almost dry? Maybe twice baked was too much for this one. Milk tea blondie was only okay. 2/5 More of a brown sugar caramel kind of taste rather than milk tea, so meh.
Absolute hidden gem. Every single thing I’ve eaten here has been incredible. I live nearby and try to stop in whenever they’re open. Highly recommend for sweet and savory Asian-inspired pastries! (And especially the ube croissant!) Oh and the owner is so chill & kind too.
I first visited Sunday Bakeshop almost two years ago and recently came back to the same pastries I've been craving ever since. Their fusion menu is so creative and staff very attentive and kind answering all questions. I highly recommend trying the kimchi corn cheese danish and the black sesame rice crispy that they offer. I can't wait to come back and try all the other options!
The best!
Finally writing this review ... the pastries are so unique and tasty and not what you'd expect. Note that some are savory like the char siu cronut. The lobby is spacious and each available item for that day is displayed in the case with the description. You place your order at the counter and the fresh items are stored in the trays in the backMy fav are white rabbit and ube snickerdoodle cookie
This bakery has been on my wishlist for a while after I read about it. They do Asian inspired and flavored pastries, both savory and sweet. Of the two that I tried on this visit, the ginger pull apart danish was my favorite, it was the right amount of crunch on the outside and chewiness on the inside without being overwhelming. The other mochi muffin treat I tried I would pass on next time.They run a promo of 5 pastries for $20 right before closing so if you want to sample a bunch come near the end of the day.Super convenient and great location in the Rockridge area near lots of other popular shops.
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The Sunday Bakeshop is a hidden gem that never fails to impress. The selection of pastries is simply divine, but as always you have to get them early because they do sell out quickly.
Very cute bakery with innovative pastries. Loved the kimchee corn cheese croissant and the mixed berry croissant tart. Also notable is the ginger pull apart, milk tea blondie and the mochi muffins. If you go near closing time, they have a special going on which is any 5 pastries for $20.
The Sunday Bakeshop is a hidden gem that never fails to impress. The selection of pastries is simply divine, but as always you have to get them early because they do sell out quickly.
I love swinging by this place on the weekend. Been coming here for at least a year now and they've been very consistent in quality and are constantly expanding their selection of delicious and innovative pastries.
Sunday Bakeshop has quickly become my go-to destination for heavenly pastries and delectable treats. Tucked away in a charming corner of Oakland, this delightful bakery is a haven for those with a sweet tooth, offering a wide array of mouthwatering confections that never fail to impress.The cozy and welcoming atmosphere, adorned with whimsical decor and shelves filled with tantalizing treats, instantly puts you in the mood for a delightful culinary adventure. The selection at Sunday Bakeshop is truly impressive, with a variety of pastries, cakes, cookies, and more, each crafted with care and attention to detail. Whether you're in the mood for a flaky croissant, a rich chocolate chip cookie, or a beautifully decorated cake, you'll find it all here, each item baked to perfection.With their delectable treats, inviting atmosphere, and friendly service, Sunday Bakeshop has captured my heart, and I cannot wait to return for another delightful experience.