Backhaus | San Mateo - San Mateo, California

Jason Born

Wunderbar!

Sabahat Ali

Hands down the very best patisserie / bakery / croissants place in the Bay Area. Absolutely perfection. I’m not just saying that: I’ve compared it to some of the big names in San Fran and beyond. It’s true, unadulterated French bake craft at its finest. Be there early morning or the best stuff will be gone sometimes even by 10 AM.

Nicholas Pun

Expect a line! If you catch them at a good time, it'll be quick, but people usually line up early to grab bread and pastries in the morning.

Got the mummy braid (Halloween special) and it was average, verging on bad. There was absolutely no maple nor pecan flavour. The pastry itself was flaky, but I guess it was late, so it felt a bit stale. Perhaps I picked a bad pastry though, but this place is for sure over hyped.

May come back to try their croissants, those look like a safer option, but honestly not sure if I want to time my visit or be forced to wait in line.

Claire Robleza

It was my first time trying out Backhaus since moving to San Mateo 8 months ago. I’ve heard so many great things but my experience wasn’t great so I have a few suggestions.

The pastries are beautiful. I ordered a ham and cheese croissant and texture/flavors were great. I just wish they gave the option to warm up because biting into a cold one isn’t a very pleasant experience.

I also ordered a drip coffee which I added the lid. Snapped it in nicely but as I was walking around, the lids rim started to fill up with coffee and eventually dripped hot coffee on my hand and clothes. My other had was full since I also had my dog with me, so I couldn’t really protect myself well from the burn. The coffee eventually splashed on other parts of my clothes as I drank it. I would suggest looking at alternative lids since these one leak too easily when in contact with hot beverages. Hoping to help other people watch out for the lids.

I was hoping for a great morning to start off my self care day. I’m a bit upset with coffee stained clothes now and a bit disappointed about my experience.

Lydia Tomanek

The Rasberry Pistachio Croissant! I'm from Texas and our bakery has a blackberry version. They are so amazing. Think of it being the most luxurious PB&J you have ever had!
The Pumpkin cake was also so delicious, definitely recommend.

The back garden area is so lovely and such a nice place to relax with a cup of coffee.

nimi vashi

I am not sure how this place is so highly rated. The coffee is just okay, very mild. Also they serve anything you order cold and it seems like you are asking for a favor just to warm up the pastries. The croissant is excellent though and anything that is flaky but I would still like mine warm. I was honestly disappointed after all the good reviews and this being on my list for long.

Nadia Morozova

Raspberry pistachio croissant rules, thus, 5 stars. Husband liked ham and cheese croissant. Almond croissant had no filling inside (however, we were assured otherwise).
Barista and staff are super nice.
Flat white and chai were just ok, nothing special. (Flat white was actually bitter)
Paid street parking.

L

Finally, I made it to come here! ?
I tried to come in. The weekend was too packed, but today was kind of empty around 1pm, after lunchtime on weekdays.
I ordered a flat white and an original croissant ? they were okay, so I was not very surprised.
I love the backyard, but it's very small, with only a few tables. It's easy to get a full house.
One regular drip coffee, flat white, and croissant were $18. I feel it’s pricey with this stuff. Maybe my expectations were too high before I came here after a long wait.