Baker & Commons 2900 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705

"All the baked goods I’ve had are excellent, and the sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit sandwich is perfect. Too many Californian bakeries skimp on butter for cost/health reasons, but this place does it right."

"The service is terrible. The folks behind the counter are clueless. I was given a place marker with my name on it and then my food sat on the pickup counter. Huh? The woman at the register said my food would be delivered, but instead it sat getting cold. I’ve been here several times and there is always an issue. The food is delicious, but now I just get it to go. But even that is an issue. Either it’s put out as eat in, or not heated when asked, as examples. I hope they get it under control soon or another bakery is going to swoop in. I love the food!! The owner works there a lot and when she is there things seem to operate much smoother."

"Recommended by our nurse - who overheard our conversation post checkup and chipped in gasping with full blown passion “you guys looking for a bakery nearby? Baker & Commons!” So 5 minutes later we met this neighborhood gem - a vivid yellow little beautiful bakery at the corner of Russell & College. It’s not the everything-perfect type of bakery that wows you with flawlessness, but it’s charming nonetheless exactly because of its laidback attitude and the tolerance of imperfection - just like HOME. You care less, because you can be real. It features home baking goods, in pan, in tray, in down-to-earth paper cups and containers; its latte is in a bowl (kinda cute); it picks seasonal fruits and turns them into golden shiny turnover; it slices tiramisu upon order. Dog friendly. Kid friendly. Book nerd friendly. Life long relationship friendly. If you didn’t fall in love at first glance here, that’s fine, you will gradually sink in, gently."

"Good coffee, great pastries. Definitely on the pricier side, but with an interesting atmosphere and delicious baked goods! Also, there is something so hilarious about drinking coffee out of a cup the size of a large bowl. Whenever I've been around, there's also a pretty sizable line but deservedly so. I can't help but appreciate the sizable selection of their menu too--from baked goods to beverages to classic breakfast/lunch staples, there's something for everyone."

"Love the food options and ambiance of this corner cafe! The poached egg sandwich was just what I was looking for but the avocado toast and chai latte were the stars of this breakfast. The avocado toast has a delicious layer of roasted garlic and the chai latte comes in a small bowl with cinnamon on top. I will be coming back for more!"