Backhaus

Arrived right at opening and apart from the very sleepy/quiet street, people were already waiting outside...on a weekday! It's the first time I've been able to snag a raspberry pistachio croissant and it was sooo good! The pistachio is not too pasty or overwhelming. The croissants are buttery and flakey. The only slight miss was the chocolate hazelnut croissant - only because it felt very sweet and dense, but maybe that's just my taste. I wish they had the chocolate banana croissant they had a while back. It's the first time I've tried their coffee and it was really good. Everyone was very nice and the small in the front but it looks like there's a back area for seating.

I've been buying pastries from Backhaus since their days at the CSM Farmers Market. No matter how much the prices went up, I kept supporting them as a local bakery. This morning, despite the rain, I went with a couple of friends to grab some pastries. My friend and I ordered the same pastry, and she also got a cup of coffee. After she paid, she moved to the coffee station to wait for her drink while I was still at the register, waiting to pay. Out of nowhere, the blonde lady handing out pastries suddenly yelled at me, saying I had taken two Speck and Egg pastries. Confused, I wasn't sure if she was talking to me or my friend, so I asked my friend what she had ordered. Then I told the lady that I had only gotten one and was still waiting to pay. Instead of listening, she just repeated that I had taken two. I explained again that my friend had already paid, and I was still standing there waiting to check out. She made it seem like I was trying to leave without paying, embarrassing me in front of everyone. A few seconds later, she must have realized she was wrong because she just moved on to the next customer without another word. The cashier in front of me finally processed my payment, but there was no apology--not from her, not from her coworkers. They all just stood there, indifferent, as if nothing had happened. I'm really disappointed in how the service has declined. I hope the manager or owner sees this and takes steps to make things right again.

Came in the other day for breakfast. The San Mateo location is smaller than the Burlingame location, so the selection is not as vast (what I was told), but what they did serve, well, it was all quite tasty.Pros- they know pastry dough... from croissants to apple turnovers, everything was super buttery and flaky! Their chocolate chip cookies are massive and very yummy... not too sweet, actually, they were the perfect blend of sweet with the salt for a tiny bit of savory. My brother had one of their sandwiches and that was also very good. Cons- because San Mateo is a smaller store, they don't have as many options and they do sell out! If you're lucky enough to get there when the shelves are full, have fun!After eating the turnover, I went back in and bought their remaining cookies and a few other treats, loved each item! Looking forward to going back and trying more items. Will get bread too, they all looked amazing!

Great pastries! We got in late morning on a Saturday, and they were definitely busy, but we got our food quickly along with a table on the back patio outdoors.We tried a ton of stuff. All great! Chocolate chip cookie, chocolate croissant, coffee cake, chocolate bread...I think a few more things even.Great croissants. Flaky and light.

I've been to backhaus multiple times - to try the pistachio raspberry croissant, but they always sell out so quickly! This time I arrived at 7:30 in the morning and scored one! It simply tastes amazing - the tang from the raspberry balances out the richness from the pistachios. The croissant has a great flakey texture. The kuoign Amann was good- perfect crunch of sugar on the outside to the flakiness inside. However I wish the black sesame flavour was stronger - the kumquat jam overruled the sesame. I've also tried their regular croissants and it's the best in the bay (even better than the real popular bakeries in the city!) - not too buttery but super flaky. 100% RECOMMENDED! The outdoor seating area is a nice spot to enjoy the baked goods and read a book, especially in the mornings when it's quiet.

First time at this place. I've been trying different cafes this year, and this one is pretty up in my list. The wait time is the only downside of this place. The place inside is pretty tight, so the line usually goes outside the door. Their pastries are actually so delicious. The regular croissant itself is so flavorful and fluffy. I get the hype. Cute place to grab a quick bite & yap with friends.

Backhaus has the reputation that it does for being such a great bakery for a reason. The quality is top tier for their pastries. In my most recent visit I came by pretty late at around 2pm so a good chunk of their pastries were already sold out, but they still had some croissants luckily. Service is good and helpful if you have any questions regarding their coffee or the coffee beans that they sell. They are attentive and ask what type of coffee machine you have and much more.What I ordered recently:- Iced Mocha with Oatmilk ($7.25)- Croissant ($5.50)- Ham and Cheese Croissant ($7.25)Their mocha is actually one of the best mochas I have had in a long time. Yes their cups are tiny for the price, but the quality is there. It's not Starbucks mocha where it just tastes like a regular hot chocolate. You can actually taste the coffee flavor in the mocha. Their croissants are also incredible. So buttery, flakey on the outside, and soft on the inside. You can tell just by looking at them that they are legit. Their ham and cheese croissant is addicting. So cheesy and tasty. My only regret is not ordering more because they are top tier. A little pricey, but you get what you pay for. I never come in the mornings on the weekend with how hectic it can get sometimes and it being a small space inside, but it was still worth it coming later in the day for me personally. They have great coffee and pastries. I'd recommend Backhaus as an option to anyone that asks me what are some of the best bakeries in the Bay Area.

We got here on a Sunday around noon to get some of this bread! We procured one of the last few chocolate sourdoughs, so note that you should get here early to ensure they still have what you want. We got the Morning Bun, Heavy-Seeded Rye loaf, and Chocolate Sourdough.Morning Bun (5/5): This is kind of like a gourmet cinnamon roll. The bun itself is pillowy soft yet slightly chewy -- it'd be perfect as a tasty pillow for a morning nap! The cinnamon flavors mildly greet your tastebuds while the taste of citrus zest zap your palette for a bright zing of acidity. I like the fine sugar sprinkled on top as well. Heavy-Seeded Rye Loaf (4/5): The loaf is so heavy I could seriously do some bicep curls with this thing! It's dense with a nice chew, exuding earthy notes of wheat and a slight sourness. The best part is all the different seeds baked into the bread -- a variety and amount to put even the best bird feeds on the market to shame! The seeds add an enjoyable crunch and non-uniform texture to each bite. Chocolate Sourdough (5/5): One bite into this loaf of sourdough made me wiggle my ears in chocolatey pleasure! Its hard exterior shell protects the soft, spongy interior. The first bite kicks you in the mouth with a slobbery smooch of deep dark chocolate flavor paired with the yeasty sourness of lactic acid bacteria. I'd like to make a clam chowder bread bowl out of this thing! There isn't much seating inside, but they do have an outdoor backyard area with seating to enjoy your bread and drinks.Overall, we have yet to try something from here that isn't really good. Would definitely recommend coming here to try the chocolate sourdough at least!

BackHaus | San Mateo 1. Seasonal Savory Danish2. Everything Croissant Bowl3. Seasonal Kouign AmannBackhaus in San Mateo is a charming artisan bakery that I used to visit every morning when I worked in the area. Known for its high-quality pastries, breads, and seasonal treats, everything I've tried here has been amazing--from the savory danishes to the buttery kouign amanns. The bakery can get busy, so be prepared for a bit of a wait, but trust me, everything from this place is worth trying!

I was exploring San Mateo and I just happened to be here so here I am.I ordered the chocolate croissant and the spec and egg croissant bowl. The chocolate croissant was very flaky. I just wished there was more chocolate in the croissant. The spec and egg was a nice savory treat. The service here was standard, nothing crazy. The bakery itself was small. There wasn't as many pastries left when I came here. I did come a lot later in the day so I guess go figure.Anyways try it out if you like. :)