Uncle Bon Jour Bakery — Review by RainaisCrazy
Diamond Bar, United States — Korean Bakery
The reviewer discovered Uncle Bon Jour Bakery in Diamond Bar, a family-owned hole-in-the-wall Korean bakery offering exceptional donuts and mochi pastries at just $2.50 each. The crispy sugar-coated donuts are generously filled with cream and other fillings, while the mochi items feature creative flavors like matcha with peanut butter coating and red bean. The reviewer highly recommends supporting this local family business.
What was great: Korean style donuts with generous filling, crispy exterior coated with sugar, soft breads, mochi items, matcha with peanut butter coating and red bean filling, affordable pricing at $2.50 per item, family-owned establishment
What could improve: White dust powder coating typically found on mochi (though this bakery uses peanut powder instead)
The Dishes
Uncle Bon Jour Bakery specializes in Korean-style donuts and mochi pastries that impressed the reviewer with their quality and value. The Korean donuts are deep-fried and coated with sugar, featuring generous cream fillings that stand out for their crispy exterior and abundant filling. The reviewer was particularly enthusiastic about the mochi offerings, noting that the breads are exceptionally soft. One standout item was a matcha mochi creation with a peanut powder coating and red bean filling, featuring beautiful layers of flavors. The reviewer expressed appreciation for the peanut powder coating alternative to the typical white dust powder found on most mochi items, which she normally dislikes.
The Experience
Located inside Hanam World Market, this is described as a hole-in-the-wall bakery that feels intimate and local. The atmosphere supports a family-owned business with what the reviewer describes as a really sweet uncle running the operation. This is a place where the reviewer intentionally goes to support the local family whenever possible, contrasting with larger chains.
Value and Pricing
The pricing is exceptionally affordable at just $2.50 per item, making these high-quality pastries extremely accessible. The reviewer emphasizes this value proposition multiple times, highlighting the generous fillings and quality ingredients at such a low price point.
Notable Moments
These are only $2.50 each. It's so cheap and they have some really, really good donuts.
I feel like they need it. They need more help than like big chains like 85.
I hate that white dust powder. This one's a peanut powder.
The Verdict
Uncle Bon Jour Bakery is highly recommended for anyone local to Diamond Bar looking for authentic Korean pastries at unbeatable prices. The reviewer encourages support for this family-owned business, appreciating both the quality of the food and the personal connection to the owners. This bakery is best for those seeking affordable, delicious donuts and mochi pastries with genuine homemade quality from a dedicated family operation.