Diamond Bakery

We have been ordering the fresh mango cake for years on special occasions, this past mother’s day I per-​ordered the cake over the phone but when I came on on Mother’s Day to get the 8in cake ($ 45.35) for a large party at my parent’s house they couldn’t seem to find my order. 10 min later of searching, they just gave me the one in the display. I was a bit skeptical because it didnt look as fresh as I knew it could but took it hastily with other option.
When we cut into the cake the glossing on the cake was dried out and it didnt taste fresh at all, so I called in to ask for a refund and we came to an agreement I could get a replacement cake in the future. I spoke with Letran, and was understanding and helpful. Despite the one negative instance, I will be coming back again.

I was pretty happy with our cake experience! It was soft/​moist and tastes really good. They also made the design a bit cuter than the picture I showed them, which is great XD Cheaper and tastes better than Givral or Final Touch bakery in Santa Ana. Plus, it’s closer.

I used to come to this place just for the chicken pies. I have a thing for meat pies and this one would always hit the spot for me. I got one earlier this week for old time’s sake. Never again. This thing is tiny now, and they’re charging people $ 2 bucks for this thing? Barely any filling and the the pastry was dry as hell. Who are you trying to fool here? I know this thing was at least a day old. Disgusting. I hate when Asian places do this. It’s embarrassing.

Don’t order wedding cake there, worst experience ever. We did tasted the sample, it has regular portion of filling. However, the cake they delivered on the wedding day had such little filling, it’s just an bare cake with whipped cream outside. By paying over $ 400 to buy a bare cake, kind of joke. Don’t wasting money there!!!

Nice for purchasing birthday cakes. They also have small pastries that are always fun to try. Prices can range from $ 2−40ish (depending on cake diameter). Overall, very pleasing.

As many of you are already aware, don’t expect top notch service here. The workers here are pretty rude with nasty attitudes. I was able to put up with it because I really like their signature mango cake and have bought several of them for birthdays.
Now…they charge $ 41 for that cake! Ugh! Rob me why don’t ya!!!

The service was actually much friendlier than I was expecting, considering the reviews, but the food was not good.
We got macarons (raspberry and strawberry), which were awful. We got a fried sesame ball with taro, which was incredibly oily. We also got some taro buns, which were fine but not spectacular.

This bakery is located inside the supermarket complex. I have been going to a lot of bakery just to taste and compare how the ‘raisins bread’ is. I love raisin bread and no other bakery In My Opinion that taste as good as this bakery. They also have different bread that I like from this bakery. They are fresh and and cheap compare to other bakery. Ok… they are mostly the same price but Diamond bakery is a little bigger so you get more. haahaa.
Service– it depends who the staff *_​_​_​* because most of the time I got good service not excellent. Hard to get excellent in asian store… no offense!
Price– compare to others around there for the size, is cheaper– coz you got more for the same price at other store.
Stock wise– if you want special order you have to call in advance. If you go almost closing time on weekend, more likely you will not have a lot of range of breads or dessert.

I popped in today for some egg tarts today asked a very simple question. I asked if there was a price difference when purchasing by the dozen. One of the ladies with short hair and a rectangular framed glasses gave me the worst condescending attitude I thought possible. I’ve never felt more un-​welcomed at ANYWHERE.
Their egg tarts are good but nothing to write home about. I spent half my childhood in HK and so I know my egg tarts and well accustomed to horrible service. However, their service… is by far the WORST I have ever experienced. I got better service at the 99 ranch supermarket. The shopping cart collectors and security guards had better attitude.
My Uncle has always recommended this shop because he is friends with the owner. Ill tell him to read my review. I will never come back again. I will tell each and every single one of my friends and family to boycott this bakery. They do not deserve your money. Go elsewhere.
** This is directed at the owners or shop ladies that works there– Yeah I am the guy that loudly said you guys were really inch.**

I ordered a custom football birthday cake here, and it turned out fantastic! (See photo.) I wasn’t sure if they did custom cakes here but thought I’d ask. The lady who helped me took my information and followed up promptly. She was nice and helpful. So glad they were able to make a custom cake, especially since it was cheaper and more delicious than cakes from non-​Asian bakeries (and I’ve had my share of cakes from various bakeries). I’m just not a fan of cakes that look pretty but have overly sweet cake and frosting that tastes like pure sugar. When I picked up the cake the pastry chef came out to greet us. The staff was all smiles and so was I when I saw the cake. As for their pastries and bread they are pretty standard and good for a Chinese bakery. I’ve never experienced bad customer service here. Thanks, Diamond Bakery!

The customer service here SUCKS. Unfriendly female workers with sticks up their asses and pms/​menopausal issues. You’d be lucky to get a smile or even a «hello».
Aside from that, the custard egg tarts, sponge cakes, pineapple buns, and fried sesame balls (red bean or taro) are great.
Located inside 99 ranch market. Parking can be a real bitch since this plaza is so popular!

My wife had a mooncake craving. Luckily the Moon Festival only comes around once a year! They are really expensive!
Was disappointed that they only had mooncake with sweet bean paste and 1 egg yolk (as opposed to 2). If they have two egg yolks for the lotus paste ones, why not the red beans? The lady behind the counter comically replied, «1 egg yolk is good enough. Besides, you will get high cholesterol!»
My wife tried the sweet bean paste and 1 egg yolk. The moon cake was pretty good (I even tried it. if it costs that much, I’m curious to see what all the hype is about). I think the sweet bean paste was a perfect texture and blended in well with the egg yolk. The only thing was that the bottom crust was uneven.
The taro pastry was a disappointment. It had a lot of gelatin/​jelly pieces in the taro that didn’t sit well. It also had no taste.
Overall, not bad for mooncakes. I will be on a mooncake hunt at Kee Wah next week…

For most people who know about Asian bakeries, the general rule is: For Taiwanese style, go to JJ, for authentic Hong Kong style, go to Diamond.
The egg tarts, chicken pies, curry puffs, all found in the oven section, are truly authentic HK style. They are as good as you can find in California, and almost close to what you’ll pick up somewhere in Causeway Bay in HK.
There are a wide variety of buns, some are really good and some are only ok. Service is ok, pretty much in line with what you’ll expect in a Chinese place.

This bakery is tiny and is located inside of a Ranch Market but it is good. Im on the hunt for an affordable birthday cake for my fathers bday and I think I found the place. The half sheet is about $ 50 and thats with fresh fruit inside. The lady was helpful about who to contact and prices for the cakes. While I was there, I bought a crème puff and it was goooood! I love their whipped cream, its addicting.

Small bakery located inside the 99 ranch market.
The place is very small, but they seemed to offer a nice selection of breads.
They also had many cakes on display, which all looked delicious.
I was only expecting a couple of cakes, but they must get a lot of orders
because there were at least 8.
I just dropped by to get something to eat, and got
a butter bun? I think it was called. Just a tip, credit cards can only be used after
a minimum purchase of $ 8. The lady at the register was very friendly,
and treated me with a smile.
The bread itself was a typical asian bread. It was soft, moist, and had the scent of
vanilla. It tasted freshly baked, which is always a plus.

Located inside the 99 Ranch Market near the entrance. Overall has quality problems.
Had a decent selection of Taiwanese and Japanese style pastries, rolled cakes, 2 types of patee chaud, and egg tarts.
Bought: taro sesame ball, red bean sesame ball, taro and mochi bun, green bean cake, and lotus cake. Low quality control– both of my balls had little filling, and the taro almost had none because it had leaked out. Shortcut materials– the lotus cake tasted mostly like white beans, the taro and mochi bun had very little mochi.

I heard of Diamond Bakery in my home state since they sell their pastries through third party stores in other states. They are located inside a new design 99 Ranch Market complex setup near the entrance.
Although they seem to be continuously baking new buns in the back, but the ones sitting on the shelves are not very appealing. After trying a few buns here, I was not entirely impressed, and even off by a long shot to claim as Hong Kong style pastries. The bread was not at par with nearby places, and egg tarts were «meh».
After visited several bakeries in the area, I have to say this place ranked around the middle among them.

They say Diamonds are forever but when it comes to Diamond Bakery i’m not sure this one will last.
I went a few days ago and wanted to pick up some pastries to bring with me to Nor Cal to give to my girlfriend’s parents. It was late at night and we had just come back from a trip to Arizona so I was tired and since we were already eating at one of the restaurants in 99 Ranch Market, I figured this would be quick and convenient. Plus, from my previous trips to Diamond Bakery, I always came out satisfied.
This time, however, was really a terrible experience. As a bakery, I understand night hours mean that the stock is more or less depleted but it really looked like no one took the effort to at least make what was left presentable. I bought a ton of stuff anyway including honey butterfly ties, red bean cakes, cha siu bao, etc. Pretty much whatever I could get my hands on. As I expected, their items are reasonably priced. They taste pretty good too.
I thought buying a lot of stuff would at least make the employees working there happy. Nope. The woman working as what seemed like the manager was a total ice queen and generally unpleasant person to deal with. Her pursed lips and rudeness rubbed me and my mom the wrong way to the point that my normally good-​natured mother commented on her piss-​poor attitude.
We politely asked for a box to store all the pastries and she rudely wanted to count the money first. It seemed like any request was a major inconvenience to her and not worth her time. Normally people like this don’t get to me but it was enough to upset my mother and that you cannot do.
It looks like the arrival of two of the hugely popular 89 Degrees bakeries has put this woman and Diamond Bakery in a sour mood. The place and the dour employees make it seem like they’re just passing the time until 89 Degrees puts them out for good.
I used to like getting fruit tarts and black forest cakes from this place but with 89 Degrees just a stone’s throw away, Diamond Bakery has lost my business for sure.

This place has been here for as long as I can remember. We pass by everytime we park on this side of the parking lot to go to Ranch 99 market as it is just inside the entrance to the indoor plaza, yet it still remains under my notice most of the time…
Their baked goods are not extraordinary by any means, yet they still maintain a slow steady amount of business and their prices are reasonable. I like the fact that everything is unit priced and individually wrapped for the most part, the exception being the baked goods that have no real shelf life and are kept under a heat lamp…
I usually go for the egg custard tarts when they look particularly hot and fresh. Otherwise, I’ve also bought the Winter Melon Paste tarts, aka Old Wife cookies which are usually what I call ‘greasy’ flaky as opposed to dry flaky like a croissant. At the time I was last here which is 8/​27, they were selling mooncakes for the annual moon festival. Their selection is pretty good and more significantly, individually wrapped and sold so you don’t have to commit to buying a box of them which can be downright pricey…
I’ve bought things from these folks many times and for my part am glad that they are around so I can continue to get my pastry fix from time to time…

DIAMOND BAKERY. my family used to go here allll the time when we used to shop at 99 ranch market!!!
breads were always great, but what i came back for today was their MANGO MOUSSE CAKE. the classic chinese cake that i always buy for my mommy’s birthday! she’s not a big sweets person and this cake is her fav!
if you haven’t tried the mango mouse i would recommend it!!! 15 bucks for a nice sized maybe 6 – 8 inch round! delicious mango mouse and mango inside, fluffy lightly sweet cake and fresh fruit among jello on top!!!
tell them it’s for a birthday and they give you a little plastic sign that says happy birthday in cursive!