Lavender Bakery & Cafe' - Berkeley, California

Ra Sh

Lavender is a paradise for anyone with a sweet tooth! This was my first time visiting, and so many of my friends had highly recommended it. The variety of pastries on offer was impressive, making it tough to choose just a few. We ended up trying a selection, and each one was absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich, and the textures were perfect. We also ordered their signature Lavender tea and Black tea, both of which were refreshing and complemented the pastries beautifully. The ambiance was cozy, with a charming atmosphere that made the experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend Lavender to anyone looking to indulge in some amazing treats and enjoy a peaceful tea time. Can't wait to go back!

Domenica Márquez

The pastries are absolutely amazing- I've had them for dessert and breakfast and everything has been impeccable. The burnt almond cake and Napoleoni were perfect!! The strawberry whipped cream cake is light, airy, and sweet. Pastries, like the apricot turnover was amazing, pistachio and strawberry eclairs were decadent, and all the pastries have been consistently delicious- light and sweet!

Kimberly Nguyen & Nicholas Jarero

Ali and team went above and beyond in creating the vision I had for my wedding cake since a little girl.

When we arrived for the tasting, we were greeted with hospitality, a comfortable intimate corner to enjoy our tasting, and a latte on the house!

We were served samples of several cake flavors which made it extremely hard to pick a favorite!

We wanted a really simple 2-tier cake for the wedding but had a large number of guests, so Ali worked with us of what was realistically needed for a wedding guest number our size and the pricing was very reasonable considering we asked for custom cartoon characters on our cake.

Overall great experience from tasting to final product. Our guests really enjoyed the cakes and took some home. The cake was more beautiful than the sample picture I provided.

Michelle Taylor

Never trust this place with your wedding cake. first of all, the communication when you’re trying to place your order is horrible. No returned your calls, and come to find out no one writes your order down correctly. For my wedding, I ordered a four tier naked cake with cascading flowers down it(similar like the red one) I got a flooded buttercream Cake with swirls all around it ( the white one). When I called to express my disappointment, they offered a fraction of what I paid for. I didn’t order that cake for my wedding. If I can help anyone avoid such a disappointment on your special day, please go somewhere else.

shakiba eslambolchi

I had an amazing experience at Lavender Bakery! Their croissants are absolutely perfect—so fresh, flaky, and buttery. Hands down, one of the best I’ve ever had. I also picked up a loaf of bread, and it was just as incredible. You can really taste the quality and care they put into their baked goods. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. I’ll definitely be coming back for more! Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for top-notch pastries and bread.

Jess Hamilton

We recently had the pleasure of working with Lavender Bakery to create a large, stunning cake for our annual company holiday party, and we couldn't be more impressed with the entire experience. From start to finish, the team at Lavender Bakery provided exceptional customer service.

The ordering process was seamless, with Ali and bakery staff being incredibly helpful and attentive to every detail. They guided us through the options, listened to our requests, and offered expert recommendations to ensure the cake would be perfect for our event. The payment process was smooth, and they kept us updated on the status of the cake leading up to the big day.

When the day arrived, the cake itself was nothing short of a showstopper. Not only was it beautifully designed and matched our branding perfectly, but the taste was absolutely delicious. Additionally, the delivery was prompt and professional, with the cake arriving in pristine condition. It made a memorable impression on all of our guests, and we received numerous compliments throughout the event.

We are so grateful to Lavender Bakery for helping make our holiday party extra special, and we will definitely be reaching out to them again for any future event cake needs. If you're in the Bay area and looking for a bakery that combines exceptional service with outstanding quality, we highly recommend Lavender Bakery. You won’t be disappointed!

— Jess Hamilton/Jetty Extracts Events Manager

Jia Yuan Li

I had the Tiramisu, and it was amazing! The mascarpone was perfectly balanced—not too sweet and so creamy. The ladyfinger layers were just right, adding the perfect texture and flavor. It felt like a true Italian-style dessert. Will definitely be coming back for more! Thanks

Mary Hollis

All of the above! Go and see for yourself. It’s a spot that is easy to get to and has the tastiest food and coffee. We may have tried one of everything. It will not disappoint! We had avacado toast, prosciutto toast and ham toast with a variety of coffee, latte, espresso. Large group and they were very quick to bring us our food and so friendly! I will be making this a permanent pit stop and you should to! Thank you to the fantastic staff.