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Golden Gate Bakery

Bakery and Dessert Shop$$$$

Chinatown, San Francisco

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Golden Gate Bakery

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Ranked #2 for tarts in San Francisco
The experts at Eater and SFGate recommend this place
"Get their egg custard tarts when they're still warm and fresh!"(60 Tips)
"get the egg custard tart(dan tat) and the wife cake(lou po biang)"(20 Tips)
"The best place to get a 'Dan Tat'."(3 Tips)
"7x7's Big Eat 2012 says the egg custard tart is delicious."(3 Tips)

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Serious EatsAugust 6, 2014
The best place to get a 'Dan Tat'. The shell is so flaky & tender, and the egg custard filling is so smooth & silky. They are always fresh from the oven because they sell so quickly. Read more
Katherine M.July 16, 2014
Best egg tarts in the city. Long lines. Always check "is-the-golden-gate-bakery-open-today.com" to make sure you won't be disappointed when you get there.
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EaterJuly 28, 2016
If you can catch them while they're open (a highly variable proposition), Golden Gate's dan tat are about as good as they get: flaky, creamy, buttery, generally to die for. Read more
Mike WinstonFebruary 2, 2015
Seriously, you need to get the Egg Custard Tart. It's the best, freshest, most-savory version of this eggy little pie that I've ever had. Delicious. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more
Luke BornheimerOctober 10, 2014
Egg tarts are rich, creamy and indulgent—Best straight out of the oven; Still great after an hour or so commute to a party. Coconut tarts are equally delicious. You need to get 4+ items to get a box.
Sherry LiJuly 6, 2015
Long ass wait because people literally walk away with dozens of everything. But the egg tart is worth it. Coconut macaroons are good too.
Lingy MaiFebruary 10, 2014
I was skeptical about how good people say the egg tart was , I mean I've had my fair share of egg tarts in my life times, and the ones here didn't disappoint me ! Go for the egg tarts!!!
Andrew LamJuly 15, 2013
Egg custard tarts that are almost as good as the ones in Hong Kong. Short of hopping a flight there, this is the place to get them.
Rosalind PeppyMarch 28, 2014
Egg custard is the best anywhere hands down!!! Their egg is hot and super creamy and almost liquidy. So warm and excellent. Not too sweet, and super large!!!
Courtney SorensenMay 1, 2013
The place to go for egg custard tarts... went on Christmas day and the line was out the door to the next storefront. When they say "The Best in Town", they mean it.
Jack OsborneOctober 2, 2018
Lets be real, we both know why you came here. Pineapple pie is worth a pick up if they have it too.
FoodspottingDecember 12, 2010
The egg custard tarts here are the best & rival those found in Hong Kong. It’s worth the wait to get a hold of these buttery delicious treats. Just don’t make the mistake of only getting one! - Fiona
jansen cMay 11, 2019
There’s about 40% chance they are open, check online first before heading there!
An ShengOctober 23, 2018
For large orders, you can call in and order ahead. If you’re lucky, they might even know when they’ll be open!
KarenJanuary 28, 2019
Hands down, the best egg tarts I've ever had. Must eat them hot!
Suraj AcharyaJune 16, 2013
The custard tarts are famous, and deservedly so. Don't miss the red bean cake, coconut tarts and melon cakes.
Ting SJanuary 26, 2016
Go check their website before you desperately in need of their "Dan Ta"(egg tart) and climb all the way to the hill and cry out on the street. Yes, they always CLOSE.
Afro lynneApril 3, 2018
This stuff is like crack (not that I’ve every try it b4) it’s life changing good and worth the wait
Tendelle SheuMarch 16, 2016
Getting a dozen may seem cheaper but if you calculate it its the same price.
Daniel L.June 8, 2013
If you don't know what an egg custard tart is, join the line and know its worth the wait. Unless you don't like eggs ...
Allison YuJanuary 18, 2015
Egg tarts are obviously the best thing here but their coconut macaroons are also mind-blowingly good
John (aka “PHATFoodFan”)May 26, 2019
Known for their egg custard, it’s a premium at $2.50 each but a nice splurge. Get two because one is not enough!
Christiana BauMarch 26, 2014
Service was so nice; Loved everything here. Egg tarts were delicious!
Prakash NairSeptember 1, 2018
The hype over these tarts is real. Absolute perfection.
Roger MaMarch 29, 2015
Up to par with egg tarts found in HK!
Holly Shollenberger WhellAugust 31, 2013
Don't miss the fortune cookie bakery on Ross Alley - no lines
PaulAugust 29, 2011
Everyone raves about the egg custard tarts. They have a certain charm, but also get a custard bun--you might like it better.
Julia ThioJuly 5, 2013
luv the egg custard and chicken pie :-). sometime they are closed so call ahead
TerryMarch 31
After years of attempts, finally caught them not on vacation or when the line was wildin. Hella good.
Jackson ShihOctober 15, 2011
Of course the egg custard is perfect. But don't overlook the curry chicken bun for a savory taste!
Angela W.June 8, 2013
Cash only. No photos! Seriously. So worth it. Buy extra egg tarts for later.
Julie HallApril 12, 2012
As of 4/12/2012, egg custard tarts are $15 for a dozen or $1.25 each. They're expensive for what you pay, but they're delicious.
SarahSeptember 15, 2014
The mooncakes are pretty standard—not worth waiting in line for.
BestJem EatsallthetimeJanuary 28, 2017
Moon cake and egggggg custards duh
Katherine LohJanuary 8, 2014
Get their egg custard tarts when they're still warm and fresh!
Dada SunJanuary 6, 2012
Best egg custard tart - definitely! Better than the most popular one in HK!
Terrance KwokJuly 21, 2013
I'd recommend you get an egg tart and then a sesame ball for some variety.
SFGateMarch 25, 2015
The egg tart: it's warm, it's creamy, it's crumbly, it's a dollar and sixty cents. Read more
Jimmy LuDecember 20, 2015
Egg tarts are heavenly and a must
PJanuary 5, 2014
Light and fluffy custard, super flaky crust.
Matthew HuieFebruary 3, 2016
The best egg tart you'll ever have!
Jay DubsOctober 21, 2012
Kinda disappointed. It isnt the same as I've had from previous years. Crossing this off my list of must eats!
Hedan ZengJanuary 23, 2015
Egg tarts are the absolute best in SF! Or US!
China Daily USAApril 15, 2011
There are many great confections available here, but it's really all about the egg tarts.
Christina HyunJung JungFebruary 28, 2015
The egg tart was good.! It's like pudding.
Shirley LiuDecember 28, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Best egg custard tarts, don't fall for their "try this other thing too" shtick
Sean KauFebruary 20, 2016
The egg tarts are awesome
BrianJanuary 24, 2012
7x7's Big Eat 2012 says the egg custard tart is delicious. Yum!
Mike ChouMay 26, 2013
Best egg custard tart I've ever had in the states
Praful GuptaDecember 9, 2010
Try the custard tart and get there in the afternoon if you want to avoid the long lines

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