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remember when travolta hung at the drive-in professing love for his sock-hop princess? well you'll be humming a tune too once you sample the morning victuals at new sandbox bakery.

you certainly won't be branded a fool for partaking in the most lovable food trend to hit the bernal streets. think bento meets brioche. kinda a match made in culinary heaven. chef mutsumi takehara (the french-trained pastry master of slanted door) created a unique eatery by outfitting the one-time motorcycle repair shop in white tile and flint-stoned walls, a drawing chalkboard and oversized cases for viewing the pretty treats. so what's on the menu at bernal's fashionable bakery? sandbox is home to de la paz single drip flitered coffee (oh so japanese) and fresh baked goods. try a ginger scone, cheddar scallion biscuit or valrhona chocolate crossiants for an eye opener. if you're moving into the lunch hour, sandbox is prob your best bet. negi-miso kashi pan or curry (challah) and rice burgers pair quite nicely with a salad or other japanese deli delights. of course in tradish bay area fashion, all of the ingreds are locally sourced and super fresh. mutsumi gets its, she's a mommy. so feel free to wolf down that yuzu marmalade with sage or goat cheese and blush berry tart, t-bird jacket and greased pompadour not required.

how about a play date? sandbox bakery. 833 cortland avenue. at gates. 415.642.8580. now open. www.sandboxbakerysf.com