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Welcome to Dulcinea Baking

Dulcinea Baking is a charming bakery nestled in downtown San Jose, offering a delightful mix of traditional and unique baked goods. Their menu boasts tantalizing offerings like Memelitas Oaxaquenas, Tortas with various fillings, and flavorful Quesadillas. Customers appreciate the friendly service and cozy atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for a morning treat or a quick bite. While some dishes may fall short in flavor, their specialty lies in their delicious sweet bread selection. Whether you're craving a classic concha or a creative watermelon bread, Dulcinea Baking promises a memorable culinary experience worth savoring.

Dulcinea Baking: Reviews & Ratings

Sunil R.
Sunil R.

This was a great find thanks to Yelp. This looked like Willy Wonka's Chocolate factory but for pan dulce. It all looked yummy and beautiful! I had a hard time deciding, so I picked up a chocolate conch with dulce de leche (yum) and a watermelon bread, which was interesting. The ladies working here were super nice and very pleasant. We did have challenges communicating because I don't speak Spanish, but we managed.

Ale R.
Ale R.

This is a cute bakery located in a quiet downtown area. The bread is delicious and it's good the next day too! Staff is always patient to take the bread orders and to make the fresh juices. I like that they have the bread names in Spanish and English:) This snack hits the spot on any cold night.

Jasmine P.
Jasmine P.

What a beautiful cozy spot! I love their interior and patio area, such a great spot to enjoy your pan dulce and Oaxacan hot chocolate on a cold sunny morning. We went a couple weeks before Christmas and they already had Christmas pan dulce available! They have quite a few baked goods available, and their almond + pecan cookies were soo buttery and soft. The breakfast burrito was really good (9.5/10), and all three of the sauces they offer complemented it so well. It was a perfect breakfast item to share. A worthwhile spot to visit if you're ever in downtown San Jose or need yummy pan dulce.

Jennifer T.
Jennifer T.

I came here on a weekday morning and there was almost no wait. The menu is posted outside and other than the labeled breads, there was no written menu inside that I could see. So make sure you know what you're ordering before getting in line or you might panic buy like I did. They have a wide offering of savory items including breakfast and lunch burritos, quesadillas, tortas, tamales and drinks in addition to the sweet breads. I got a breakfast burrito with chorizo and a chicken burrito did my husband. We both agreed the burritos were average. My breakfast burrito was surprisingly bland and only seemed to have egg, chorizo and a few beans. The chorizo was bright pink so it was a little off-putting and not spicy/seasoned at all. Their strong items are definitely their breads. I got 4 conchas, a buttery bread ball thing, a sweet bread slice with butter and sugar and a pineapple empanada. These in addition to the burritos were $40. I felt it was a little pricey given the number and type of items I got. The sweet breads were tasty and not too sweet. They have their own parking lot and a table outside if you plan to eat there otherwise it seems to be mostly a grab and go place. I do wish they posted prices. Service was fast and friendly. I asked what one of the cashier's favorites were and got some recommendations on what to get.

Jonathan L.
Jonathan L.

cashier was really nice and friendly! Got a breakfast burrito, tamale, HUGE lemonade, and a crescent pastry and the prices were super fair. good spot!

Jasmine E.
Jasmine E.

Delicious pan dulce! Such a unique holiday variation not only are they cute but they are delicious, fresh, and authentic pan dulce! Very popular spot so please go early or order ahead. I regularly pick up the piggies which are gingerbread cookies they come in two sizes and my favorite this fall season was the pumpkin themed concha's. They offer fresh press juice those go fast! Also delicious breakfast sandwiches. The seating area is small but you can always grab a seat usually. Parking lot is also small but there's always parking in the neighborhood. There's other menu offers such as burritos and fancy desserts in the case. Check them out! I highly recommend stopping by make sure you come early!

Melinda T.
Melinda T.

We were on our way to MACLA and decided to stop by Dulcinea beforehand (we were doing a group tour) and we were all very happy we did! There was an amazing array of baked goods - so many we had a hard time deciding which one to get. I ended up getting the bread pudding which was delicious. I look forward to going back when I'm a little less rushed and trying some other baked goods. Others had the breakfast burrito, pound cake with chocolate frosting, corn bread and everyone said they enjoyed what they ordered.

Bob N.
Bob N.

I love Mexican baked goods, and when I heard about Dulcinea Panaderia, I couldn't wait to try it. The building looks like a converted house, with a small sign on the sidewalk, so it's easy to pass by; there is a small driveway to leads to a parking lot behind the building. Once inside, I saw that they offered tamales, tortas, tacos, quesadillas, and more. I had a torta de pollo, and it was fantastic! They also make a great cafe de olla. There are a few tables out on the deck - it was a greta place to have a good meal while enjoying the smells of fresh basked goods. After eating, I went back inside and bought several bakery items: a concha, novia, empenada de lechesilla. Everything was fantastic, and prices were very reasonable. I'll be returning to Dulcinea Baking many times, I am sure! One note: when I stopped there, the people behind the counter spoke very little English, but they were patient with my broken Spanish.

Marlette C.
Marlette C.

Came here on a Friday morning. Cars were parked rather haphazardly, which made it difficult to get into a parking space. Line was short, but I was waiting behind a couple of folks who were just waiting for their order. The inside is very small, so it was hard to tell who was actually in line. It was a chalenge deciding what to get. All their baked goods looked so yummy! I went with a few varieties and their Oaxacan tamal. Everything was delicious! I love how fluffy their concha is and that the topping doesn't crumble off at each bite. Ojo de pancha is my favorite pan dulce, and theirs is sooo good. The pastry part is thinner than I'm used to, but the cake part is so soft. I also got cookies which aren't too heavy on the lard. Oaxacan tamales are my favorite kind. I love the banana leaf essence in the masa. Theirs is filled with chicken mole. I had them top it with sour cream and cheese. So good!!! Oh, I also got their Oaxacan coffee. It's slightly sweetened and not acidic. Really good. I like that they offer almond and oat milk at no extra cost too. I docked a star because they don't have prices anywhere. Even though prices are reasonable, people should know item costs before ordering.

Shanna K.
Shanna K.

This may now be my favorite panadaria in the south bay. We stopped in to get pan to go and ended up staying for lunch. I had the Oaxacan tamal with chicken mole and it was outstanding. One makes a nice snack. Two is very satisfying. My SO had a torta and he enjoyed that as well. In addition, their salsa morita is outstanding. We tried several pan dulce and our favorites were the regular concha, the concha filled with cajeta, the polverone, the beso and the quesadilla salvendorena. All the items we tried were very good though. I'm sure you will find a favorite or five. There's many to choose from! We will definitely be back! Parking was easy since they have their own little lot and the staff is very nice. Pay them a visit!

Location

If you're on the hunt for a delightful bakery experience in San Jose, look no further than Dulcinea Baking. Located at 795 S 2nd St, this charming bakery offers a range of delicious treats that are sure to satisfy your cravings. Boasting a cozy interior and serene patio area, it's the perfect spot to enjoy some pan dulce and Oaxacan hot chocolate on a cold morning.

Customers rave about the beautiful and yummy selection of baked goods at Dulcinea Baking. From chocolate conchas with dulce de leche to watermelon bread, there's something for everyone's taste buds. The almond and pecan cookies are particularly buttery and soft, earning them high praises from visitors.

But it's not just the sweet treats that shine at Dulcinea Baking. The savory offerings, including breakfast burritos, quesadillas, and tortas, are equally delectable. Customers especially enjoy the breakfast burrito, which comes with a variety of sauces that perfectly complement the flavors.

Whether you're in the mood for a quick grab-and-go snack or a leisurely breakfast on the patio, Dulcinea Baking has you covered. With friendly staff, a wide selection of baked goods, and a cozy atmosphere, it's a must-visit spot in downtown San Jose. Make sure to stop by and indulge in the delicious offerings at Dulcinea Baking.