Boudin Bakery & Cafe – American
The tangy, unmistakable aroma of fermenting sourdough starter fills the air of this bustling cafe, where golden-brown loaves are transformed into edible vessels for steaming soups and rich, savory chili. Guests settle into a lively atmosphere to enjoy the satisfying crunch of artisanal sourdough melts and thin-crust pizzas, each bite celebrating a storied baking tradition that dates back generations. The experience concludes on a sweet note with the comforting warmth of a freshly baked cookie, leaving diners with the lingering scent of toasted yeast and the simple joy of a hand-crafted meal.
4, Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA, 94111 https://www.boudinbakery.com/index.cfm0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Dairy-Free at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Bakery & Cafe in San Francisco has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Sourdough Loaf, Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Bakery & Cafe in San Francisco has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Bakery & Cafe in San Francisco has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Sourdough Loaf, Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl and Sourdough Melt. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Bakery & Cafe in San Francisco has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Assorted Soft Drinks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Bakery & Cafe in San Francisco has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garden Salad and Assorted Soft Drinks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Bakery & Cafe in San Francisco has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Bakery & Cafe in San Francisco has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Sourdough Loaf, Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Bakery & Cafe in San Francisco has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Sourdough Loaf, Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl and Sourdough Melt. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Boudin Bakery & Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sourdough Sandwich | 32.5 g | 60.9 g |
| Beef Chili | 71.5 g | 49.4 g |
| Sourdough Melt | 24.2 g | 21.1 g |
| Freshly Baked Cookie | 105.3 g | 11.6 g |
| Classic Mac & Cheese | 20.9 g | 8.3 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Garden Salad | 11.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Assorted Soft Drinks | 0 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Menu
Sandwiches
- Sourdough Sandwich - $12.99: Freshly baked sourdough bread with assorted fillings Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Melts
- Sourdough Melt - $11.5: Melted cheese and protein on toasted sourdough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Mac & Cheese
- Classic Mac & Cheese - $9.95: Pasta in a rich cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Crisp Salads
- Garden Salad - $10.25: Fresh greens and seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Chilis
- Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl - $11.99: Signature sourdough bread bowl filled with daily soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Chili - $8.5: Hearty beef chili served with sourdough Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sourdough Pizzas
- Sourdough Crust Pizza - $13.5: Pizza made with signature sourdough crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fresh Sourdough Loaf - $6.99: The Original San Francisco Sourdough™ Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sweets & Treats
- Freshly Baked Cookie - $3.25: Assorted flavors Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Assorted Soft Drinks - $2.95: Fountain or bottled beverages Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Coffee - $2.75: Freshly brewed coffee
Frequently Asked Questions about Boudin Bakery & Cafe
- Is Boudin Bakery & Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Boudin Bakery & Cafe has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Sourdough Loaf, Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl and Garden Salad.
- What can I eat at Boudin Bakery & Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Fresh Sourdough Loaf, Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl and Garden Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Boudin Bakery & Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh Sourdough Loaf and Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl.
- Is Boudin Bakery & Cafe gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Boudin Bakery & Cafe?
- Sourdough Sandwich, at roughly 60.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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