Monday, August 31, 2026

The Best Bakeries in San Diego, by the Record

The best bakeries in San Diego, by the professional record: Eater and San Diego Magazine have both weighed in, and their honors are what rank this list. Azúcar comes out on top.

Parfait Paris and Barrio Donas hold the next two places. San Diego Magazine shows up on more of this list than any other guide, with Eater next.

  1. Rank 1. Azúcar

    Cuban-French Bakery


  2. Rank 2. Parfait Paris

    French Bakery


  3. Rank 3. Barrio Donas

    Mexican-American Bakery


  4. Rank 3. Bonjour Patisserie

    French Bakery


  5. Rank 3. Marigold Bagels

    NY-Style Bakery


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