Saboteur Bakery

Continuing my food tour of the PNW, Saboteur Bakery has been coined the best bakery in the Kingston Area. It is tucked away in a small shop in Bremerton downtown. I was skeptical because I am a little bit of bakery connoisseur. I was not disappointed by the expectations that were set for me. This bakery was popping when I arrived due to heavy foot traffic. The almond croissant was literally warm when I purchased it. The frangipane onto was perfectly crisped and topped with the toasted almonds was balanced with the soft inside filling. The pear brioche danish was just as good because the crackling on the sides also matched with the soft inside to give the pastry texture. Both of the pastries were well worth the drive and I would be willing to go again. The reason that I took one star off is because I was slightly disappointed with the choice of pastries. I had heard that weekly there is a special bakery item that they keep in the fridge (this is only available on the weekends). I was disappointed that there was no way that I could have known in advance to drive there on Saturday instead of Friday. Maybe I am not aware of something that locals are?

This is a small bakery with limited hours and even more limited supply so come early and get everything you want to try because I guarantee they sell out of everything after 2 hours of just opening! 2 words, Egg Danish!! If a croissant, egg, green onion bun and fresh herbs had a party it would be this egg Danish! I cannot stress enough how mouthwatering and savory and perfect this one item is! I usually have my sister get me a almond croissant but I've been missing out! The egg Danish is hands down the pièce de résistance imo. Service is quick, I don't recall seeing anywhere to sit, its more of a grab and go but the staff are friendly, and the goods are amazing! Come here and come early, they are worth it!

HOLY MOLY! Saboteur is absolutely worth the visit! I drove 2 hours to get a few pastries and would do it again every weekend if I could! No joke. Each pastry is perfectly crafted. Words cannot describe the perfection of each of these delicious, essential pastries. Today, I tried the Pistachio Tropézienne. What a delightful, light, airy pastry. Heavenly! I enjoyed my pastry outside on a picnic table in the sunshine. As people passed by, I smiled, covered in powdered sugar but I DNGAF. I was in my happy place. I cannot wait to go back. I am obsessed with Sabotuer!

YES JUST YES! I had heard about this wonderful spot fromFriends so I got there on Friday and happily awaited the doors to open . The smell alone from this shop was outstanding. There are kind regulars that point you in the right direction and give advice on what's thier fav . I bought Chocolate croissant Buttered croissantAlmond croissant Three different types of danishes and I got one other goodie but wow ! The cases and trays are full and better get there early since what they make is all they have , once gone they won't be making more. Service was very helpful and kind since it was myFirst time and I wanted to grab everything and figure it allOut later since there was a line ! Everything WAS AMAZING

This is the best bakery in PNW. I don't know the names of all the things I bought but it doesn't matter, because it was all SO GOOD.They also have stumptown coffee. Extra points for that.I wish I had more pictures but this time, the camera did not eat first.Ambiance: take out only with a small bar by the window to stuff your face with pastries while standing.Service: friendly and quick

Wow. Creating a truly great, classic croissant is difficult. Requires training, a lot of practice, the right ingredients, the right oven, a lot of love/ care etc etc etc. Yet amazingly, this places nails it! Any of their classic French pastries will be some of the best you've had anywhere outside of France. Oh, and try the quiche! Yikes it is SO good!

I bought one of each of their pastries sweet and savory twice so far but I only tasted the almond financier (like a cake/cookie, so good), and the rest I gave it to my daughter's teacher and admin staff. I would love to taste all but so rich and I'm trying to lose weight lol. I takes a walk there a lot...Smells so good I might just hang around the area longer.

Time for an update since it's been over 8 years! Definitely this is a five star established spot in Bremerton's Manette District. Pro Tip: Arrive as close to opening time as possible. Fresh product does sell out well in advance, often within the first two hours. My previous visit was back in March 2016 when it was located on 4th. What piqued my interest was the baguette served at Lola's on 2/3/24. So this post is for three of four successful visits on: 4/28/24, 5/5/24, and 5/19/24. No luck on 5/12/24 Mother's Day - stood in a long line only to reach third to the doorway and all product was sold out. No surprise there. Don't be apprehensive when seeing a line upon arriving. Their counter staff are expedient in getting product packaged and completing your transaction. I have made the trek from the 0755 Edmonds-Kingston ferry driving all the way to Saboteur Bakery before visiting family with the tasty haul. Collective purchases have included the following baked items: egg danish, classic croissant, pain au chocolat, raspberry custard brioche, apple almond danish, ham and cheese croissant, lemon ginger scone, Long John, coconut tropiezienne, and baguettes. I still need to check out the almond croissant and the financier. What stands out for me - the freshness with that signature scent wafting from the speed rack! The lamination of the pastries. The flavors are also on point, nothing comes across as cloying or artificial stuff from a tub. Terrific destination - highly recommended!

Incredible morning pastries that are equal if not better to those that I have had in France. The focus is on quality and they exceed it!

The baked goods are delicious, but the consistency and customer service is horrid.They say that they make bread loaves on Friday and Saturday. Good luck with that. Sometimes yes, other times no. And you have no way of finding out before you run down there and "stand in line." Because for the most part, they don't answer the phone.Their bread and rolls are very good, just too much effort trying to get it. The man is rude. one girl there tries, but as I said ... the effort put out for getting goods, is way too much.Also, after the standing in line ... once you get in there they may not have the bread, as there is no consistency as to when it will be out of the oven. If, it is made that day.It all makes for a lousy experience. Especially if you rundown there get your rolls early, and are told the bread or baguettes will be out of the oven, maybe by 9:30. Again, if they are made at all.