Backhaus is a San Mateo-based bakery specializing in naturally leavened breads and artisanal pastries. Founded by German native Anne Moser, the business has grown from a home-based operation into a popular destination with locations in San Mateo and Burlingame. The cafes feature specialty coffee alongside their signature baked goods.
Ownership
Backhaus is an independent, family-owned bakery founded by Anne Moser.
Founded
2016
Roasting
Named roasting partner: Ritual Coffee Roasters. Other roasting arrangements are unverified.
What it's known for
Backhaus is highly regarded for its naturally leavened artisan breads, European-style pastries, and its role as a community-focused bakery on the San Francisco Peninsula.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer information for its coffee offerings. They serve coffee roasted by a third-party partner rather than sourcing and roasting their own beans.
In the news
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The San Mateo-based bakery eliminated gratuities at its locations and increased prices by approximately 11% to fund higher wages and employee benefits. This shift reflects a growing trend among independent food businesses attempting to move away from traditional tipping models to ensure more stable compensation for staff.
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-16. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand serves specialty coffee, they do not provide details regarding their coffee sourcing or specific bean origins on their website.
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