Armida's Bakery and Cafe
2 Bayview St, San Rafael, CA
Crema's Take
“Armida's Bakery and Cafe is a hidden gem tucked into San Rafael's Woodland neighborhood that feels like stumbling upon a local secret—a charming cottage-style spot where you can linger in a dappled garden courtyard surrounded by loquat trees and jasmine. They take their pastries seriously, crafting everything from buttery croissants that rival Paris to innovative corn-based vegan muffins, paired with thoughtfully pulled espresso-focused coffee and proper breakfast and lunch options. It's the kind of place where spending a little extra feels worth it because you're tasting care in every bite and savoring an unhurried, family-friendly atmosphere designed for real conversation and connection.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
This is a gem of a bakery and coffee spot. Tucked in the Woodland neighborhood in a residential neighborhood and you can get breakfast sandwiches, lunch in addition to their wonderful pastries and cookies. I took some home with me too. How this place doesn't have a line out the…
Cozy little bakery with wide variety of vegan muffins that are corn based. First time having a corn based muffin, and it reminded me of cornbread. Not too sweet. Loved it. So special that they’re still making muffins with the original recipe.
I can’t believe I paid $7 for this croissant… I’m ok with spending $28 on FOUR pastries (one of them is not on the picture bc I had to pop it in the oven for it to be edible..) expensive but might be worth it, right? Well this is NOT IT. I’m sorry, I don’t like leaving bad…
Best ham and cheese croissant ever, including in Paris. Delicious coffee as well. Enjoyed in the charming garden courtyard in dappled sunshine amid loquat trees and jasmine. I look forward to returning again and again.
Organic bakery in the heart of San Rafael. I came upon this cozy cottage looking place when I got off the beaten path of 4th street. Worth finding! Coffee and hot and cold sandwiches available but the variety of baked goods was so creative … I went for the sweets… the banana…
Crema Reviews
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