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Forma Bakery

French-Mexican Vegan Pastries, Vegan Menu

Worth ordering: Pastrynamed in 26 reviews

Try the chocolate pistachio croissant and passion fruit earl grey morning bun for standout vegan pastries.

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Top tips

  • Good to know: Lines can be long on weekends and mornings but move quickly.
  • Half of the pastries are vegan and clearly labeled, making selection easy.
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  • Visit early to get pastries when they're crispiest and freshest.
  • Enjoy the small outdoor seating area on busy mornings.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Croissantnamed in 15 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Cookienamed in 5 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Bread

People also mention cinnamon roll, danish pastry and latte.

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Also sourdough, conchas and arroz con leche apricot.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Breakfast, coffee, dessert, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Forma Bakery combines French and Mexican influences in a cozy bakery setting with a strong focus on vegan pastries like croissants, conchas, and danishes. The sourdough breads made by Lucio are notably large and keep well, and the coffee offerings include seasonal specialties like horchata and matcha drinks. Seating is limited inside but augmented by outdoor tables, making it a popular spot for locals to grab fresh baked goods and coffee—lines are common but move quickly.

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4920 Telegraph Ave ste a, Oakland, CA 94609

Opening hours

Monday
08:00–14:30
Tuesday
08:00–14:30
Wednesday
08:00–14:30
Thursday
08:00–14:30
Friday
08:00–14:30
Saturday
08:00–14:30
Sunday
08:00–14:30

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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
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