Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory
Cafe Dessert
4.5 (3671 reviews)
Landmark bakery preparing homemade fortune cookies in a tiny open kitchen, with tours available.
56 Ross Alley, San Francisco, CA 94108
$$$$$
+1 415-806-8243
Did You Know?
Founding Year
The Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory was established in 1962, making it a long-standing tradition in San Francisco's Chinatown.
Daily Production
The factory produces up to 10,000 fortune cookies daily, depending on the season, ensuring a fresh supply for visitors and locals alike.
Baking Method
The fortune cookies are baked fresh on a copper slow-release heat rotating griddle wheel, adding a unique touch to the traditional process.
Official Day
In 2018, San Francisco officially declared June 8th as 'Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Company Day', recognizing its cultural significance and contribution to the city.
Highlights from Reviews
• handmade process
Visitors can observe the fortune cookies being made by hand.
• free samples
Many reviewers enjoyed the free samples offered while waiting in line or inside the shop.
• cookie variety
The shop offers a variety of fortune cookie flavors and types.
• unique experience
The shop is considered a unique and memorable experience.
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