Butter & Crumble
The Verdict
"Preorder on Tuesday at 9am through Hotplate if you want a guaranteed selection. Otherwise, Thursday morning is the easiest in-person visit. Saturday lines start before 8am."
What you need to know
The Food
The croissants and cruffins rotate seasonally. Cakes are sold by preorder only, with new availability dropping through Hotplate every Monday. Pastry boxes can also be preordered every Tuesday morning between 9am and 12pm for the following weekend, which is the only way to skip the main line.
The Space
Small Francisco Street storefront. Open Thursday through Sunday only, and lines start before opening on weekends. The bakery has asked customers not to line up too early to keep the neighborhood happy.
Practical Info
Price: Pastries $5 to $9, cakes by preorder
Hours: Thursday through Sunday
Address: 271 Francisco Street, North Beach
Tip: Tuesday 9am preorder window for pastry boxes is how regulars skip the line
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