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Welcome To Route One Bakery & Kitchen
Nestled along the scenic Shoreline Highway in Tomales, CA, Route One Bakery & Kitchen is a culinary gem celebrated for its artisanal baked goods and wholesome meals. Known for its delectable pastries like the rich chocolate croissants and the standout persimmon chocolate scone, this bakery captures the essence of cozy, delicious comfort. Customers rave about the vibrant flavors in dishes such as the doughy square pizza and mouthwatering meatball sub, truly a labor of love. The welcoming atmosphere, friendly service, and commitment to sustainability, offering plastic-free packaging and reusable tableware, make Route One an essential stop for food lovers.
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Route One Bakery & Kitchen
Welcome to Route One Bakery & Kitchen, a hidden gem located along the scenic Shoreline Highway in Tomales, California. This charming bakery and kitchen not only serves delectable pastries and fresh loaves of bread but also offers mouth-watering pizzas and wholesome lunch options, making it a must-visit stop on your journey through the beautiful Bay area.
At Route One, each item is handcrafted with love, reflecting a commitment to quality and flavor that is evident in every bite. Customers rave about the chocolate croissants, hailed by Teresa F. as one of the best she's ever tasted. The light, flaky layers reveal rich, melted chocolate that sends your taste buds into overdrive.
The bakery's focaccia is another standout, as described by Bronson S. The warm, crisp loaf, topped with caramelized onions and seeds, delivers a heavenly texture and flavor that pairs perfectly with a cup of aromatic coffee. It's best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, and this added touch elevates it to a delicacy you won’t forget.
Lunch at Route One is an experience to cherish. Emma H. was left speechless by their square slice pizza, praising its doughy perfection and flavors that sing in harmony. The legendary meatball sub, packed with colossal meatballs on a perfectly toasted hoagie, is the stuff of dreams for any sub lover. And don't even get us started on the apple pie—she describes it as potentially the best she’s ever had!
As you savor the delicious dishes, the warm and friendly service will make you feel right at home. Javier H., a new fan turned loyal customer, can attest to this with his glowing recommendation of their sourdough bread—a staple that truly deserves its own spotlight. Just as Sonal P. highlights, the freshly baked pastries are irresistibly tempting, often leading visitors to return for seconds—even when they have a kitchen of their own!
If you find yourself in the Tomales area, Route One Bakery & Kitchen is not just a stop; it’s an experience, a culmination of flavors, aromas, and exceptional service that draws you back time and again. Be sure to indulge in their pies, pastries, and delightful breads—your taste buds will thank you! Whether you’re on your way to Dillon Beach or simply exploring the picturesque coastline, make it a point to visit and discover the delights that await.
For more information, don’t hesitate to give them a call at (707) 879-2022 or drop by at 27000 Shoreline Hwy, Tomales, CA 94971. Your next favorite culinary adventure is just a visit away!
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“ What a great find! The pastries here are so delicious! One of the best chocolate croissants I've ever had! The service was great and the food delicious. We'll definitely be back! ”
“ Stopped by after coming back from a walk on the beach. I got a loaf of focaccia and a persimmon chocolate scone. Both were really good! I took the focaccia home and crisped it up in the oven and the crust on the bottom was divine. The onions on top were rich and caramely and I enjoyed the texture and flavor the seeds and zucchini gave. The persimmon scone was good as well! I wish the persimmon flavor was a little stronger, but it is a pretty mellow fruit after all. Would stop by again if in the area and craving some bread. ”
“ Truly one of the best lunches I've ever had in the bay. Stopped on the way to Dillon Beach and was so pleasantly shocked. The square slice pizza was unreal - so doughy and tasty. The meatball sub was everything you dream about in a meatball sub - with giant meatballs a on a delicious hoagie. And the Apple pie was probably the best I've ever had. And the service was amazing - such friendly people! We got the peanut butter cookie and it might've changed my life - crunchy and sweet and perfect. ”
“ We been driving by this place for a long time always thought about stopping never did till our neighbors bought some beard home and gave us half . So you know I had y to ask where you get this great bread this is it the regular round sour dough to die for best I ever had you ever up there it's a must try place . We had a cup of Americano and a scone raspberry killer nice corner stop before the ocean . Don't forget the plain round sour dough its a must have and yes we did come home and cut half for our neighbors ”
“ Loved how close we stayed to this delicious bakery, as we were at least twice despite having a kitchen and plenty of groceries to cook our own breakfasts! But the fresh pastries and loaves of bread were just too tempting. As for the coffee, it definitely hit the spot! Service was quick and friendly. Highly recommend stopping here if you're in town. Oh yeah, and their pies are to literally die for!! ”
“ I first tried this bakery when dining at the Marshall store. Finally had a chance to stop by and snagged a sourdough and Kouignn amann. Both yummy. I'd love to try the other things from the menu next time. ”
“ A MUST stop while driving/cycling along CA1. A few years ago, my husband and I stumbled across this place while in the area and decided to try their kouign amann. It was our first one and we were hooked on the flaky buttery layers with caramel crust and bright fruity filling. Then the pandemic happened and we hunted all over for more of them in our local area. Despite having found really good ones, we could never get route 1 bakery out of our minds and wondered if it was just the first time magic or if that particular pastry was truly the "queen among" all the others. We have since been back and I can confirm that this is the best kouign amann I've ever had. I will gladly drive 1-2 hours on any given weekend to satisfy my pastry craving. Their other baked good selection and coffee is also great, but the real star is their kouign amann. ”
“ As I was looking for a place for lunch on our way home from an overnight trip to Bodega Bay, I found this place. The hubby really loves pizza, and they seem to be known for their pizza, so I thought we'd stop here. It's about half an hour south of Bodega Bay on Hwy 1. We got there a little before 11 am, so we waited a few minutes to order. Thankfully it wasn't too cold as they don't have an indoor dining area. They have some barrels set up on the sidewalk with stools for sitting. We ordered a Pepperoni and a Jabroni which has mozzarella, aged provolone, veal and pork sausage and spiced broccoli rabe. Each was $11. Not sure why people are complaining about the value of the pizza. The pizzas were a good size and $11 is a good price. I make pizza at home and I usually cold ferment the dough for 2-3 days, so it takes time and patience. You don't have to go through all that for $11. Loved the dough. It was light, airy and the toppings and sauce were just perfect. I would highly recommend stopping by here or taking a slight detour. So worth it. I was just sad that I didn't get to try their croissants and other pastries. We were too late for them. Even though we came on a Monday morning, they were sold out. Glad I got to try the pizza though. Next time we're in the area, you bet we're stopping by here. And if you want to walk off some of the calories, Dillon Beach is a less than a 10 minute drive. ”
