Eat in San Francisco: b. patisserie

Chocolate Banana Almond Croissant

After having brunch with an old friend at Nopa in Alamo Square, I was urged to try the Chocolate Banana Almond Croissant at b. patisserie on California and Divisadero in Lower Pacific Heights. As you can tell from these mouth-watering photos, this croissant was worthy of the hype and then some.

To imagine what this tastes like, picture a buttery, flaky croissant with chocolate baked at its center and then topped with some kind of batter, sliced almonds, and powdered sugar. It's pretty much heaven on earth.

If you're looking to try a different treat, they also serve a variety of tarts, breads, and assorted pastries, as well as coffee, salads, and sandwiches for the lunch crowd. While it seems to be busy on the weekends, it's also a great place to take a moment to enjoy the delicious, handcrafted pastry in front of you.

If you've visited b. patisseries before, what would you recommend trying?

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2821 California St., San Francisco, CA 94115

Open: Tuesday - Sunday 8 - 6

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Eat in San Francisco: b. patisserie (Pt. 2)

Chorizo and Cheddar Quiche


Ham & Cheese Croissant

Ham and Cheese Tartine made with French sliced ham, Swiss cheese, béchamel, parsley, and salt & pepper

Berry and Peach Kouign Amann


Chocolate Banana Almond Croissant

Apple Tart

I haven't been to b. patisserie, a popular French bakery on California and Divisadero in Lower Pacific Heights, since I first reviewed it in 2014. I was able to visit it three times while housesitting in the area in August.

My dining companion and I tried a few things during this time: Chorizo and Cheddar Quiche and Ham & Cheese Croissant for breakfast, Ham and Cheese Tartine for lunch, and Berry and Peach Kouign Amann, Chocolate Banana Almond Croissant, and Apple Tart for dessert. Everything was as good as I remember and show the expertise they're known for. 

They have great service and organization to boot, making a very popular spot easy to navigate. Next time I'm in the area, I'll probably order more pastries.

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2821 California St., San Francisco, CA 94115

Open: Wednesday - Friday 8am - 4pm, Saturday - Sunday 8am - 5pm

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Eat in Honolulu: Kona Coffee Purveyors

Black Sesame Kouign Amann and Apple Tart




Ham & Cheese Croissant


Right: Latte and Flat White

My dining companion and I shared an incredible breakfast at Kona Coffee Purveyors, an upscale coffee shop on Kalakaua and Nahua in Waikiki, in late September. They serve expertly-made coffee and pastries from San Francisco's own French bakery, b. patisserie. 

Along with our usual latte and flat white — both of which were delicious — we tried a few pastries: the Black Sesame Kouign Amann, the Apple Tart, and the Ham & Cheese Croissant. Although I've had versions of each of these from b. patisserie's Lower Pacific Heights location, they were even more special on this visit. (Was it getting to order after waiting in a long line? Was it that we were in Hawaii? Maybe both.) Although I've had their Kouign Amann before, this one prominently featured the black sesame flavor I love, bringing it to a whole new level. The Apple Tart had a little more oomph and the crumbly bits that make the dessert than I remember. The Ham & Cheese Croissant was topped with an extra crunchiness, giving it a nice texture. 

I would definitely stop by Kona Coffee Purveyors the next time I'm looking for a delightful meal of coffee and pastries.

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2330 Kalakaua Ave., Ste 160, Honolulu, HI 96815

Open: Daily 7am - 4pm 

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Eat in San Francisco: b. on the go

The Gobbler made with roasted turkey breast, bacon, pickled onion, havarti, roma tomato, arugula, and ciabatta

Porchetta made with chicharrones, arugula, chimichurri, and ciabatta

In mid August, my dining companion and I visited b. on the go — a casual restaurant across the way from its sister bakery b. patisserie on California and Divisadero in Lower Pacific Heights — for a lunch to break up the workday. This place has a variety of sandwiches, salads, and cookies on offer.

We shared a couple of sandwiches: The Gobbler and Porchetta. The Gobbler was made with roasted turkey breast, bacon, pickled onion, havarti, roma tomato, arugula, and ciabatta, while the Porchetta had Porchetta made with chicharrones, arugula, chimichurri, and ciabatta. Both were served warm and since we sat at the counter, we could see the care in which they were made. Although I'm not usually a fan of ciabatta, theirs was soft and chewy and provided a great base for the high-quality ingredients within. Both of these sandwiches had dynamic flavors and were the perfect size for lunch.

I would definitely visit b. on the go in the future if I'm in the area, perhaps trying one of their breakfast sandwiches. 

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2794 California St., San Francisco, CA 94115

Open: Wednesday - Friday 11am - 4pm, Saturday - Sunday 9am - 4pm

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