50 Best Bakeries near Lake Balboa

“First time coming here & I will definitely be back! Came in at 11am on a rainy Sunday. Surprisingly the wait was 10 mins for 2 people but that might have been due to the weather. The food was incredible! I ordered the strawberry French toast while my fiancé ordered the omelette and both were amazing! It took a while for our food to come out but the service was otherwise great so I didn't mind. I'm coming back to try the rest of the menu!“

“I went to Cake bash to get a cake for my restaurant and I had the best experience in the world. The customers service was excellent! Grade A! And the cake I ordered was amazingly good. I told them I wanted a cake for the grand opening for my restaurant, I told them the Design and they hit it out the park! ?. I would recommend cake bash studio to the world! Thanks for the wonderful and delicious cake ?“

“I know about Ever After Bakery from seeing them at the farmers market and a friend that using them for her daughters' parties. So, for my birthday, this is where I went. I did cookies because I knew a cake would be too much. This is now my go-to place, and I will be telling everyone I know.“

“One popular spot known for its delicious borekas in Los Angeles is "Borekas Sephardic Pastries" in Sherman Oaks. They offer a variety of flavors and are well-regarded by locals and visitors alike. It's worth giving them a try if you're in the area!“

“Porto’s cortadito coffee is one of my favorites!!! Their mocha is so yummy too. Huge fan of their pastries especially the croissants, cheese roll and guava strudel with cheese! The chicken croquette and spinach feta empanada are also incredible! Go here on a weekday to avoid extremely long lines.“

“Ordered the Stuffed Cheese and the Chicken Wrap. Both very tasty and full of flavor. The Stuffed Cheese had an herby, lightly salted and nutty flavor combined with the mellow white cheese wrapped in a soft dough. The Chicken Wrap was more crispy like a wood fire pizza, it comes with tomatoes, onion, cheese and pickle, very good middle eastern/Mediterranean flavor.“

“Ummm wow just amazing across the board. We were able to sample quite a bit. One of the outstanding treats was the grilled brussel sprouts. The margarita pizza was classic, but tasted a cut above, I think it's their sauce. The Caesar salad is big, and boy I ate all of mine. It had a perfect balance. Try the deep fried porta Bella mushrooms with their creamy dipping sauce, you might pass out it's so good.Next time I need a desert from their French tarts and macaroons in the glass case.“

“This is a cozy, local neighborhood hangout and a great place to meet up to grab a bite and a latte. My favorite is the egg in the hole avocado toast. So satisfying and delicious. The service is always friendly. Some days takes longer than others to get your food so if in a rush, try ordering ahead. Also, parking is notoriously bad in this court so I recommend parking in the VA lot and walking over.“

“I absolutely loved Junior’s cookies. They are the best cookies ever and every time I am in LA it’s a must that we stopped there. We were super sad that Junior and his mom were not in town this time that we stopped, but we will definitely catch up with you guys next time. Thank you for such amazing cookies“

“5/5 Written from a former bakery owner. My family owned a bakery in Detroit for 40+ years and sold it during Covid in 2021. I know baking and so does Toluca Bakery. Excellent customer service. Family owned shop with the mom and son working when my friend and I went in. So much variety, and the price point is low for all you’re getting.This is a bakery making old school, classic recipes. They veganized so many items that you can’t find in most places. The chocolate chip cookies were delicious, concha’s super tasty, Tres Leches was chef’s kiss, turnover amazing, danish great, cupcakes yum, eclairs fantastic and empanadas scrumptious. Highly recommend. Plus for folks who like supporting small business, this is exactly that. It’s a win-win-win-win. Taste-options-price-family owned & operated. Get there!“

“My FAVORITE place to go for breakfast!! The brekafast sandwich on a crossint is my absolute favorite!! Never a time where I will go there without getting one. The house made sauce in it is SO delicious. There are no words. MUST TRY. Everything is delicious, you can't go wrong with anything they have. Love the bakery and love the friendly staff.“

“I got there late at night close to closing time. Their doors were open and I was warmly welcomed for the first time. I chose a large array of delicious looking cookies and ones I was familiar with. They are all delicious, my favorite being the flourless almond fudge brownie.“

“As someone who was raised exclusively on the art that is the Philly Pretzel I've felt deprived in Southern California. As time goes on it's grown harder to visit Philadelphia meaning more time between the brown paper bagged doughy goodness you'd buy from the guy on the center divider. Then came West coast Pretzels. These pretzels are it. Everything you love about a Philly pretzel in the sunshine of Los Angeles. I bought enough to barely last my family 18 hours. My Partner, who has only had the remnants of the Philly pretzels that made it from the outside of the airport back to LAX ate a couple bites and exclaimed that these were the best pretzels he's EVER had. This taste of "home" is so great to have available, closer than a full day of travel away. And the best part.... Unlike the Philly pretzel factory, these bad boys are vegan!“

“Lovely little cafe near Rodeo Dr. Delicious crêpes, salads and sandwiches with a big selection of coffees and teas. The cupcakes looked scrumptious, but I did not have any this time. Instead, I ordered the Smoked Salmon Croissant sandwich and it was worth it. The staff is super friendly and welcoming.Vegetarian options: Several salad, sandwich and crepe options for vegetarians.“

“If I can give this place more than 5 stars I would. The food, and the people here are so incredibly special. Compared to other bakeries in the area, this is by far one of the best locations I have ever been to for pastries and coffee. This little gem has been serving the Valley for years, and has not received the credit it surely deserves. My family and myself have been coming here for years and they stay on point! Their pastries are made freshly and you can tell it is definitely made with care. Ms Vanessa and her team are amazing!!“

“It’s out go-to spot when in LA, as my wife is allergic to dairy! She said she couldn’t remember when was the last time she tried something this good! And when we can’t make it… we have it delivered! (Some of the pastries are even better than next door… as I’ve been trying both ☺️).Vegetarian options: Menu is all veganDietary restrictions: Dairy/egg allergies“

“Love it here but sad my wonka cookie didn't have W's :( and I got the party box. I love the staff here. This has to be my only complaint. I purchased the box on the release day. Wish the gold W was done on the cookies as they were marketed Willy Wonka cookies. That was the coolest part haha. I saw the golden W detail was done at other crumbl cookie locations and that is why I am here writing this.“

“I have taken a bit of a hiatus from Yelp due to unforseen circumstances, but here I go!The owners absolutely rock. They had the Lakers game on when I arrived and we talked all things sports. Their a bunch of young dudes who are driven to create some magic in their ghost kitchen.Give them a try, you won't regret that decision!“

“The cake I preordered was ready when I got there to pick up. They were so helpful when ordering and at pickup. I ordered the Tres Leches. It was a perfect blend of yummy! The entire party loved this special birthday cake. Thank you Mey Fung Barkery. You are now my go to bakery.“

“Amazing gluten free bagels! Their products are by far the best GF in the area. As a parent of a child with Celiac’s Disease it is sigh of relief to not only find a 100% gluten free establishment, but a bakery where EVERY single item is delicious!Dietary restrictions: Great for people with Celiac Disease.“

“I was in the area and stop by and try a few of their ube desserts and honestly everything was pretty good. I do feel it's little pricey but delicious. The chocolate danish was also very good. I highly recommend this place just wish I lived closer. Definitely give it a try if you are in the area.“

“The Napoleon cake is unbelievably good. A dozen or so thin layers of flaky "cake" sandwiching sweet but not over powering butter cream filling. About 5$ for a small looking piece but it's so satisfying. You could share, but I don't think you should.“

“Came in this Saturday morning and got treated with some amazing customer service from the staff. We were recommended by our barista to try their home Laurel latte. 10/10! It was great. Slightly strong, but very good. The places ambiance was aesthetically pleasing and room to even study or for some banter with friends. Definitely coming back!“

“Super delicious cupcakes. They're soft and sweet, but not too sweet like some other cupcakes. Great flavors that taste real. We moved 45 mins away and still drive back for the cupcakes on special occasions. The owners are really nice too.“

“Delicious cookies as always. My kids love them and this location is super convenient since it’s so close to my job. Place is clean and they always have everything in stock. I just wish they had curbside so I didn’t have to get out of my car to pick up my order when I use the app.Parking: Located inside the Target/Kohls shopping area so there’s tons of parking. I wish they allowed curbside though.“

“My Persian friend Neda came to visit and wants me to try Persian food. She found Vanak online and we are trying it for the first time. It's located in the El Pollo Loco shopping center. This place looks nice and clean, they got a A grade. It has a nice ambience. I'm sure it looks a lot better in the evening. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The parking was ok. Saied took our order and was very patient and helpful. He wore a great smile and eye contact is a plus We had tons of questions about the food. He explained all about the food so patiently. The price is a bit high but they have good portions. They have such great customer service which is such a plus.. They let us sample a freshly made dessert. Usually with the amount of questions my friend had they would have been annoyed already. They were in the middle of a very big order and still tended to our tiny order. I'll definitely recommend and will be back.“

“I watched an Eater LA video about FurnSaj being one of the best Lebanese restaurants in Los Angeles. This is my kind of place! It is a simple counter restaurant in a strip shopping center in Granada Hills with additional locations in Glendora and Calabasas. You have everything from flatbreads and traditional Mediterranean meals to choose from. I went with the cheese boreg mana’ish and the spinach pie. Both were reasonable and delicious! They give a lot of food for the money. They take cash and credit cards as well as Apple Pay and other mobile payment options. Restaurant employees and guests were wearing masks. Based on how great the flatbreads taste, I would definitely go back and try some of the other options on the menu.“

“I decided to eat here with my family for breakfast after the first day of Hanukkah and the owners communiciated with me that it will be around 35-45 minute wait for food due to high number of customers ordering on site and online. Sat outside but decided to walk inside to order latte's and bake goods meanwhile.Inside is DEVINE. It was full of customers waiting to buy the Chanukah donuts (seasonal only, I was told) and we ended up taking to our table all 14 flavors of delicious mouthful. and took another 12 special assorted flavors to go to gift to our family friend.Time went by quickly shared with my good company and inside this family-oriented environment. Everybody was working hard, and the food was worth the anticipation. My family and I walked out pleased and impressed by their quality. We will all be coming back in again.“

“If you like huge, sugary, buttery cookies like I do, then you must try this place. They have a couple staples from what I gathered and then make special limited addition flavors. I tried the vanilla cupcake and it was so delicious. They are so decadent, I will have to restrict myself to coming to this place once or twice a year, but if someone brings them to me more often then I won't refuse.“

“If you're looking for authentic French pastries as well as a few Americanized versions, look no further. From the flawless baguettes, croissants & caneles to mouthwatering quiche & puff spinach. From savory to sweet and all the way back around, this couple has it all.Their mom & pop shop quality, care, consistency & service that is almost impossible to find in LA gives me hope for humanity.Tell ya mama and ya friends.Cheers, y'all!“

“I had placed a huge dessert order for Thanksgiving dinner. Cookies, brownies, cheesecakes, the works and so many people complimented the sweets that evening. All my desserts were gone before dinner was even served! They were very delicious and I will definitely be placing more orders for my future festivities!“

“I had heard about Bread Bros. While back and decided to stop by yesterday! They are specialized in making best Persian bread and pastries! I bought BARBARI (بربری) bread (with Saffron) which I had never had before and it's beyond words! They have a special gift for first time buyers so I picked up roulette (رولت) with chocolate inside that I ate it all right away! The owner Mohsen is very kind and courteous and I highly recommend this place!“

“I love this cafe so much, my favorite spot to hang in Topanga for the true canyon experience. So many interesting locals to meet and chat with. Claire, the owner is an angel! She is french and has brought the beautiful french cafe vibes but has combined them with the quirky, fun Topanga vibes. Get the breakfast burrito!Vegetarian options: Love all the veggie options!“

“We went to this place in Encino for the first time all of us this morning for brunch; we were there at 10 am and it was perfect to get a big table right away because I guess so early no one goes there! When I left around 12 noon, I noticed it was getting so packed... We all enjoy our food: so delicious and very fresh: we had avocado and eggs toast, magherita pizza, truffles pasta and cappuccinos and smoothies! I highly recommend the Taro smoothie with Oatmeal milk I highly recommend Beck's cafe in Encino“

“Perfectly spongy vanilla cake with sweet strawberry filling! The berries were delicious. Cake was smooth and spongy and not too sweet! Love it! They wrote in my birthday message with beautiful writing. I will definitely return to try some of their other pastries!“

“Today was my 1st time ordering at Leo’s. I ordered the hot hash bowl & it was so delicious I had to take it home! Parking is easy at this restaurant & the cashier gave me excellent customer service. I didn’t order a drink but he gave me a cold glass of water while I waited for my food to finish cooking. The cook is very special. She definitely knows what she’s doing in that kitchen. As society becomes more health conscious, I really hope places like these get more attention & customers. Being a small business owner myself, I hope Leo’s stays in my community & continues to thrive. I recommend you try this place. The food tastes amazing & the atmosphere is positive. Good vibes!“

“This is an adorable little coffee shop with a lovely patio, nice patrons, and the cherry danish is oh-so-delicious! I felt unhurried and people and some dogs congregate congenially due to the overall ambience there. Coffee's are excellent too!“

“I loved my iced hazelnut latte. � I felt like the coffee quality is much better than a commercialized place (obviously!). There was a good selection for coffee and teas. Matcha brownie is something I will have to try next time. Even though there was only one person working at the counter, I still felt that it was all prepared in a timely fashion. Seating is limited but you can tell locals like this place. It was filled with people in a relaxed atmosphere when you walk into the coffee shop.“

“This place is always selling out of breads. Of course I also come in the evening when the "se me antoja un cafecito con pan" (craving some sweet bread and coffee) kicks in. Love the variety and the freshness of the bread. We have tried a few in the area and so far have come back here again and again. The owners/workers are friendly and will answer any questions you have. I do small talk at times and they've always engaged well. This place is definitely small. But you're in and out once you see what you like and checkout.“

“This little gem has the best pastries and the best staff. None were too busy to goodnaturely answer my guest's many questions about the soft feta cheese in his omelet and the homemade bread. And that aforementioned baguette? Delicious and fresh. Very satisfying breakfast. Just look at the photos!“

“Giant portions, tasty food, classic diner menu. This is really nice restaurant and a go to spot if you’re feeling like diner food. The soup and sandwich combo is perfect. Pastrami is delicious. Highly recommend this spot, just make sure you bring a big appetite!“

“I am writing this review at 2:30 am after feeding my baby lol I don't want to forget to write this review because the donuts and service were that good. Was craving donuts and driving around for a while trying to find a decent clean donut spot around San Fernando/ Pacoima. The gentleman that helped us in the front was so friendly and inviting. The donuts were fluffy and delicious. It's rare when a donut shop leaves an impression but this one was it. Friendly service, delicious donuts and clean place.“

“Amid the sun kissed streets of Beverly Hills, Chaumont Vegan Bakery is a hidden gem that captured my taste buds. The almond croissant, in particular, stands out as a vegan delight that surpasses expectations. Its flaky layers embrace a rich almond filling, creating a symphony of flavors that lingered on my palate.The bakery's ambiance strikes a balance between rustic charm and modern appeal, providing a comfortable backdrop for my culinary experience. The staff, are welcoming, relaxed and friendly, which made my visit feel warm and inviting.I adore chaumont for its serious approach to classic pastries and great coffee, in a relaxed setting.“

“Popped in tonight for a last minute treat as it was my son's 6th birthday. He was wearing a birthday crown and Walter came out and treated my son like an absolute king!!! He made him feel so special and even gave him 2 cookies on the house! That never happens in this town. Thank you, Walter, for your exemplary customer service and delicious cookies!!“

“I was told about this place by a friend. I called on a Sunday and Ashley answered. I told her that it would take me a little after 4 pm (which is the time they close) To get to them. Told her that it would About 5 to 10 minutes after closing. I asked what they still had available, which just happen to be my two favorite, Pushke, potato and cheese. At 4 o'clock Ashley was nice enough to call me to find out my ETA. When I got there, she already had everything ready for me and I couldn't resist, but to get a few extra items that just looked absolutely delicious, not only did the taste of the pet exceeded my expectations, but the service was absolutely amazing. Ashley was so kind and helpful that it's nice to know that Store and the people that work for them are still there to keep their customers happy. I definitely recommend you try this place . Going back for more in just a few days“

“This place is a few doors down from my kids hair salon so decided to check it out one day. Decided to order the Sam based on other reviews and it was pretty good! I've been back a few times and they do not disappoint with pleasant customer service and great quality lattes! The ambiance is laid back and causal. Will definitely be back soon!“

“one time i came by, i notice that the shop is look fancy and looks goodso i enter and order some food and the staff here us very accommodating and my first bite of the bread is feeling like in a heaven, the deliciousness of the food the aroma hit me so hard.. ill comeback next week.“

“Delicious treats!! Tips for this location: This location is not their storefront!! this is where their production kitchen is located. this location is for advanced order pickups. second: they do not have a display case and do not have cakes, pies or breakfast items for same day orders. you have to order this stuff in advance. third: always call to see what they have available. it is a very limited menu. call their storefront in west hollywood if you need cakes or anything else. *ALSO* They are not a vegan-exclusive bakery! Nor is it a gluten free facility.“

“Incredible experience from beginning to end : from the beautifully painted murals of Tuscany / a metal balcony to the beautiful smells of baking bread from their public facing ovens to the delicious foods from a very large menu: I recommend the potato chop /,it's deep fried potatoes surrounding meat that gives Porto's Potato ball a run for their money and is a delicious niche of this business: the massive and incredible breakfast sandwich which is so decadent in all the right ways : intense wonderful cheese and freshly sliced ham and the best bread: ( and this can easily be shared) the very complicated sauce that comes with the shakshuka is so multi layered that you want to eat it slowly in order to savor. The owner Joseph was incredible to talk to and provided nothing more than kindness and heart. We appreciate everything you do here and so happy to have discovered this spot : we felt welcomed like family.“

“100% recommend! Was in the mood for a triple berry cake for my birthday celebration. Sweet Lady Jane came to mind but was had not reopened yet and found Cake Monkey online. It did not disappoint and exceeded all expectations, super easy to order online, pick up was easy and the cake was beyond perfect and delicious. Keep up the great work Cake Monkey team! Will be back!“