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Santa Barbara

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French bakery in Santa Barbara offering fresh pastries, breads, and gourmet coffee in a charming space with indoor and patio seating.

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Renaud's Bakery

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Taste exquisite French croissants, breads, and coffee in Santa Barbara. Enjoy indoor and patio seating or takeout. Fresh daily pastries awaited.

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Renaud's Bakery presents an authentic French patisserie and bistro experience, focusing on exquisite pastries, breads, and light meals. Guests enjoy a refined atmosphere with options for dine-in, takeout, and delivery, complemented by specialty coffee and a sunlit patio.

What to Expect:

    🥐 Freshly baked croissants, danishes, and eclairs
    ☕ Specialty coffees and espresso beverages
    🥪 Gourmet sandwiches and quiches
    🌞 Outdoor patio seating for relaxed dining

Important Information:

    Service Options: Dine-in, takeout, delivery, in-store pickup
    Payments: Credit, debit, NFC mobile payments accepted
    Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking

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📍 Local Insights

🥐 Quiet Spot on Loreto Plaza: The bakery's location offers a quieter, cozier vibe compared to the busier State Street location, perfect for peaceful mornings.

🕒 Afternoon Pastry Sale: Pastries go on a small sale after 3:30 PM daily, ideal for sampling delightful sweets at a discount.

🔥 Self-Ordering Station: Use the self-order kiosk for quick and customizable pastry pickup, including warming and cutting options.

☀️ Patio Seating: Outdoor seating is highly recommended for enjoying coffee and sweets on sunny days, enhancing the French cafe feel.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Sunday: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM

👉 Best For

Breakfast, pastries, coffee lovers, casual dining

Renaud's Bakery

3305 State St
,
Santa Barbara
,
CA
93105

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Renaud's Bakery is praised for its authentic French pastries, especially croissants and coffee, with many guests highlighting excellent breakfast and lunch options. The ambiance, including indoor and patio seating, receives strong commendations. Some mention occasional inconsistency in freshness and service speed, plus the indoor temperature can be uncomfortably warm. Despite a few critiques on service and pricing, the bakery's quality and atmosphere consistently impress patrons.

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January 9th, 2026

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Croissants, Almond Croissant, Eclairs, Danish Pastries, Quiche Lorraine, Ham and Gruyere Croissant, Apricot Danish, Bakery Cakes, Raspberry Tart, Specialty Coffee, Espresso, Sandwiches, Salads

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit early mornings from 7 to 9 AM or late afternoons after 3:30 PM for pastry discounts and quieter patio seating.
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