Many San Francisco residents are simultaneously saddened and enraged by news that Starbucks is shuttering all 23 La Boulange cafes [1] in the Bay Area, including the original location [2] and its industrial bakeries, by September of this year. The coffee conglomerate purchased the French bakeries back in 2013 for $100 million, and despite a "reported 35 percent growth [3] in the breakfast platform and a 16 percent growth in food sales for the chain," those numbers aren't big enough for Starbucks.

In a press release, Starbucks explains, "Based on our ongoing evaluations, Starbucks has determined La Boulange stores are not sustainable for the company's long-term growth." The founder of La Boulange and current Senior Vice President of Starbucks Pascal Rigo also announced his departure from the company "to continue his passion for food in San Francisco."

So what's to be done with all of those prime cafe locations around the city? According to Rigo [4], "They have a plan for most of them. I have a plan for some of them, also." That sounds like a glimmer of hope! Since La Boulange locations rest on some of the most desirable real estate in San Francisco, and it's not unlikely that many of these storefronts will transition into Starbucks. To commemorate the greatness that is La Boulange, here are all the things about it we will miss the most.

Coffee Served in Giant Bowls

Is this a French tradition? Don't think so — but we like it.

The Free Nutella

Seriously, the entire jar is up for grabs.

The Rainbow Display of Macarons

It's mesmerizing.

The Walnut Bread!

Mysteriously purple and delicious.

The Incredible Scrambles

There is always an abundance of rosemary potatoes on the plate, and the staff knows not to skimp on the avocado.

Dining Outdoors While People-Watching

It's one of the few places in the city you can relax while dining outdoors.

The Amazing Breakfast Sandwiches

On anything from croissants to freshly baked bread.

The Pastries

The ones at Starbucks just aren't the same . . .

Cookie Butter Lattes

Made with real cookie butter, espresso, whole milk, and cookie crumbles, this flavored latte puts any of Starbucks's to shame.

The Punch Cards

No more free coffees!

Straus Milk

What other coffee shop can say it uses the best local organic milk?

Whipped Cream in and on Top of Everything

La Boulange is a happy indulgence.

The Roasted Beet and Goat-Cheese Salad

This one hurts.

The Free Pastry Samples While Waiting in Line

There's always a crumbly pastry to try.

Palmiers

So cute and snackable.

The Red Fruit Tart!

Omg, all the berries on top of that buttery crust . . .

Skinny Baguette Sandwiches and Fresh-Squeezed OJ

The grab-and-go options are better than any other.