Arizmendi Bakery (Lakeshore)

I've never been dissapointed coming here! If you love a good crusty sourdough like me, then you must try Arizmendi! I'll confess it's not the best SD loaf I've had but pretty close to it and only because the Bay Area has too many choices which make the SD competition stiff here. They do, however, make the best heavenly sourdough pizza on earth and offer a delicious daily vegetarian soup that will leave you with a very difficult choice to make. As for the baked goodies, the almond flour brownie is the best brownie I've ever had and it's gluten free!?! But don't let that keep you from trying it...I couldn't't believe I actually found a GF item I like. Even my kids approve! Unfortunately, the Lakeshore location is the only one selling it but don't worry any pastry at Arizmendi is great. Croissants are flaky and buttery, cookies are chewy and fresh... You can't go wrong with Arizmendi on any given day.

Varied and delicious selection of cookies, scones, cinnamon roll-type things, muffins, rolls (savory and sweet), and loaves of bread. I especially enjoyed their cheese scone... very crumbly yet moist with all the right savory tones without being too salty. The area to grab bakes goods can get a little cramped with very few people, so it's ideal to nab what you want as quickly as you can! The sweet baguette is nice, but best fresh. The crispy skin can get soft within a few hours, but while it is crisp, it is extra good! (Also they had quite a few gluten-free options for various products!) There is a fridge full of various salad options (both leafy and other e.g. bean salad), cold soup (I think only 1 kind), and a small selection of cheese. Excellent for a quick baguette + cheese snack or picnic meal. Lots of drinks available on their menu and decent amount of indoor seating. The entryway can get cramped with the line (it's a busy place!) so come ready with some "excuse me" and "pardon me"s to squeeze past other patrons. See the photo: 10% discount for 60+ y.o. with bike helmets!