Baking daily in San Rafael since day one

Every loaf tells a story worth savoring

Artisan breads, handcrafted pastries, and thoughtfully sourced pantry essentials — made with patience, tradition, and a whole lot of care right here on 3rd Street.

Fresh artisan bread displayed on a wooden counter at Antiguas Café
4 AM

First loaves come out of the oven before the city wakes up

Handcrafted

Every pastry shaped by hand, never mass-produced

Close-up of freshly baked sourdough bread
Pastries being arranged in a bakery display
A cup of coffee beside freshly baked goods
Flour-dusted hands shaping dough by hand
Our Story

Rooted in tradition, shaped by the hands that make them

Antiguas Café began with a simple conviction: that the best bread is made slowly, with ingredients you can trust and a rhythm that respects the craft.

Our bakers arrive before dawn so the scent of rising dough and warm crust fills the shop by the time you walk in. Every sourdough, every croissant, every loaf is shaped the old way — by hand, with time, and without shortcuts.

Beyond the bakery case, our pantry shelves carry a curated selection of groceries — olive oils, spices, preserves, and staples sourced from producers who share our respect for quality. It's the kind of place where neighbors become regulars, and regulars become friends.

Daily
Fresh from the oven
Hand
Shaped, not machine-made
Local
Proudly San Rafael
What We Offer

From our oven to your table

Every item on our shelves is chosen or crafted with the same attention to detail — because good food shouldn't require an explanation.

Golden sourdough loaves cooling on a rack

Artisan Breads

Sourdough, ciabatta, whole wheat, and seasonal varieties — all leavened naturally and baked to a perfect crust, every single morning.

Flaky golden croissants on a bakery display

Handcrafted Pastries

Butter croissants, flaky danishes, fruit tarts, and seasonal specials — each one layered, folded, and finished by hand before dawn.

A beautifully poured latte in a ceramic cup

Coffee & Drinks

Expertly pulled espressos, smooth lattes, and warm drinks paired perfectly with our fresh bakes — your morning ritual, elevated.

Assorted olive oils and pantry staples on a shelf

Curated Groceries

Small-batch olive oils, imported spices, artisan preserves, and pantry essentials — handpicked from producers who value quality.

An elegant layered cake on a serving stand

Celebration Cakes

Custom cakes for birthdays, milestones, and quiet Sunday treats — made to order with the same care we put into everything we bake.

Colorful fresh produce arranged at a market stand

Seasonal Produce

Fresh fruits and vegetables selected at their peak — because the best recipes start with ingredients that taste like themselves.

Visit Us

We'd love to welcome you

Stop by for a fresh loaf, a quiet coffee, or a basket of groceries — we're right here in downtown San Rafael.

Address

703 3rd St
San Rafael, CA 94901-3303

Hours

Monday – Saturday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Have a question or special request?

Give us a call or stop by — we're always happy to help.

Call (141) 553-2012

Getting Here

Located in downtown San Rafael, just steps from Marin City Center. Street parking available on 3rd Street.

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