B. Patisserie - San Francisco

Waited in line here (there is a line even on weekdays all the way up until closing time) and ordered a chocolate banana croissant and a chocolate kouign-amann (their specialty). The chocolate banana croissant was definitely unique but it wasn’t exactly flaky — just very dense. Still delicious though! I’ve had better pastries in San Francisco.

A solid 4.5. The butteriest pastries there ever were they literally ooze butter as you tear parts off. The chocolate banana croissant was banana bread on steroids: all the fragrance of butter, chocolate and banana, but with superior texture. I also loved that the chocolate wasn't too sweet.

This cake was very rich and creamy. The cake was the perfect balance of sweetness to go with the dark chocolate. The mini macaroon shell was also cool, but it wasn't very crunchy like a normal shell. Other than that, a great dessert place

I call this place: heaven on earth. Patisseries in Paris are nothing in compare to this place. My favorites are Swiss pain, chocolate banana croissant and kouign-amann. But you have to hurry, they run out of the good ones by noon.

Excellent quality from food to service–I absolutely enjoyed my experience at b. patisserie. The lady who helped me was very kind and patient, and took a good effort to explain their offerings. I ended up with their classic Kouign Amann, twice baked almond and chocolate croissant, and a cheese scone. They are all delicious, with airy and flaky texture and not overly sweet or greasy. There is usually a line at b.patisserie but they are doing a fantastic job to serve customers as fast as possible at three counters. Their prices are very fair given the quality of the food and their great reputation. I definitely look forward to coming back soon!