50 Best Bakeries near Monrovia

“Delicious! Ordered a couple dozen cupcakes for my daughter’s birthday party, and they were great. I wish I had taken pictures, because they looked as good as they tasted. Unfortunately, they didn’t last long once the kiddos saw them. Thanks, Chay’s Treats!“

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“Best Cafe in Old Monrovia Town !!!“

“Going local-origin for my next batch of pumpernickel bagels. Choco-latte and Nicaraguan chocolate down here are legit crazy awesome!“

“Want to acknowledge Vanessa your supervisor for such exceptional customer service really appreciate her food delicious“

“I went in on Tuesday, the new owners were in back of me. I was telling the cashier how disappointed my daughter was, we came in on monday and it was closed. Well the new owners, gave me a couple cookies for free. That was so awesome of them. My daughter was so happy and she said" Thank you so much!"“

“Home style Armenian/Middle Eastern Bakery that brings the flavors and aromas of my travels locally.“

“Found this gem on Google Maps while searching for some afternoon snacks. A little real Italian osteria run by folks from Italy. Tiramisu was on point, as was truffle suppli (fried risotto croquettes with cheese) that brought back memories of Rome. By the time I got there the pastry case was bare, but I did pick up an Italian sour cherry jam and a bottle of lemon soda, another staple during my trips to Italy. I will return for pasta & pizza. It’s little sweet place that needs to be found by more people!“

“Delicious vegan pan dulce! Super nice people too. I highly recommend Soy Concha!“

“Patty's was very communicative and responded quickly to our emails about our wedding cake. They made a cake exactly to our specifications and it tasted divine! We got the banana cake with guava filling and cream cheese frosting, and we got so many compliments on the taste. I applaud Patty's and can't wait to eat more of the leftovers :)“

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“Best egg tart & po tart ever! We saw the TV channel introduced this store, went in on weekday morning to avoid the crowds, the egg tart was so good, po tart has more flavor but I like both 😋 recommend eating right away while it’s warm! Definitely will be back.“

“I love this place. I've bern coming here for years and to tell the truth, since they opened. it use to small, but glad to them succeed.
the only duffulty here is the parking, but that all depends on the time you come.
highly recommended.
thanks for letting me share.“

“I tried the toffee chocolate chip cookie and the s’mores cookie, and both were sweet and tasty. The strawberry & banana matcha didn't disappoint either.
Nice atmosphere as well, the only thing that's a little complicated is the parking.“

“I’ve been meaning to post but kept forgetting. This place really does make the best cakes. I got a chocolate cake with half strawberry and half banana. Everyone at the party said it was SO good. Not too sweet. Typically I hate frosting but they make it perfectly soft and not too sweet! I showed them pictures of the rainbow frosting look I wanted and they recreated it perfectly too! I added the decorations on top myself. Highly recommend Fortune Bakery!“

“I came in because I was craving a ham and cheese croissant with jalapenos. They didn't have one. That didn't stop her! The lovely lady behind the counter said I'll make you one. The small lobby was crowded. The lady that was Manning the counter was all over the place, as quick as can be! She even started speaking some Spanish to one of the gentlemen who was in the lobby! I was not only impressed with their customer service, but just their two-woman operation in general! If I'm ever in that area, I will definitely go back and support!“

“Well worth visiting this shop. You can't see it from the street, but worth the trip. It's in the same building as the UPS store. The mango pastry was very good, and the Smores latte I had was excellent. They even caramelized the whipped topping. The first sip was magical. 😁 Definitely going back.“

“Patisserie Too is such a hidden gem! Everything looked fresh and beautifully made. The egg tart was crispy, flaky, and had a smooth, creamy filling. I also loved the coconut tart and caramel croissant tart—both were delicious without being overly sweet. The staff were friendly, and the prices were surprisingly affordable. I’ll definitely be coming back to try more pastries. Highly recommend if you’re looking for great baked treats!“

“If this is not the best banh mi in all of Sgv and Oc, I don’t know of any place that can beat them. All cash by the way so come prepared. Their dac biet is the perfect sandwich and their daikon and carrots are light and bouncy with fresh jalapeno with the right amount of pate and butter. They have it down to perfection, nothing less. Had an open house and served it for homebuyers and they were blown away! Highly recommend! Cafe sua da is gold too, loved the shaved ice in the coffee and not too sweet. The ladies in the back are super sweet and you can buy the baguettes and freeze them, then 350 f for 6 mins in toaster or airfryer. Get the egg rolls, and pa te so is good too. My clients loved their vegetarian banh mi too!

Vegetarian options: Just get he vegetarian banh mi! Only vegetarian thing to get or just plain baguettes! It will be worth it!“

“The bakery and tamales are delicious!!!“

“Went in to get some bread baguette's & bolio for my mom I ended up trying there egg rolls & they had a pork belly spring roll it was so Delicious I had the banh mi pork belly sandwich to die for the bread was just made hot from the oven everything was fresh excellent.“

“Ordered the breakfast burrito and cold brew and it was delicious. Had to order an extra side of the chipotle sauce that was in it because it was so good. We also had the veggie quiche and it was also amazing. Great atmosphere and great food.“

“just a wonderful place my favorite spot“

“Melita and Angel were super fast! It's like they read my mind and my order was there right away! Parking took way longer! Their smiles and kindness and professionalism was awesome too! Thank u ladies! Ill definitely be back coz of u ladies!“

“Butter Lab is a gem!!!! The desserts here are excellent. I ordered an assortment of crinkle cookies, Ube tres leches, pandan Basque cheesecake and a coffee. Staff was friendly and gave great recommendations. I can't wait to come back. My new fave spot in the SGV for desserts hands down!“

“R u Serious!!! An unbelievable flavor explosion created by the chef at SEED. Gott be the best chile relleno of my life! The chile, the cilantro, the greens a robust farm fresh egg. BAMM!!“

“Grew up going to this panaderia. I stopped going for awhile, it's been a few years. I finally went back recently. And Even better than I remember it. The delicious pan dulce, champurrado, Cinnamon tea, bollio con jalapeño & cream cheese, also with papas & chorizo, ready mady sandwiches? cant go wrong! So delicious, my kids love it from here as well! Definitely recommend!“

“Quality of ingredients is evident from the grain, to the fruit, and to chocolate. The amount of effort and level of technique also shows. I've been several times, and the food quality has always been consistent. They work quickly to make things fresh, and make sure to give each guest ample attention and answer our questions.

Best part, the owners are legitimately great people worth supporting. Friendly, funny, hard-working.

This is the kind of small business that truly enriches a neighborhood. Quality product and quality people.“

“Only the best � All cakes are delicious but my favorite has to be the 3 leches and the Mango .“

“I needed a catering job for the entire LA County/USC ER Room medical staff and all support personnel. 150 complete box lunches and I needed them delivered to East Los Angeles by 11.30 am. This amazing staff got up at 3 am to make sure the order was there and on time. Rave reviews were emailed to me about the quality and care of the delicious care packages given to each of those important caregivers at the hospital. First rate care and preparation. They earned my business and my respect. And support our local businesses. Just like hospitals we need diners and bakeries too! Job well done Crust and Crumble! Highly recommend.“

“This weekend, at my niece’s Sweet 16 celebration, I tasted a cake that completely changed my mind about dessert. I usually hate cake—but this one? Hands down the most delicious, unforgettable slice I’ve ever had. I was so blown away, I had to ask my sister-in-law where she got it and the exact location. It was that good.“

“Very cute little local dessert place. All the desserts are made fresh. My girlfriend and I were just looking for a sweet treat and found this place. We got a crème brule, a carrot cake, a macaroon and two iced teas. The iced teas are made fresh and then put over ice. They were very good. My gf got a passion fruit one and I got got mint. We would definitely come again. And the workers I think are the owners but they were super nice and even asked us to try the teas before we left to make sure we were happy with them. Would definitely come back“

“Nice clean and delicious stuff“

“I ordered a cake for my engagement party and there was miscommunication and error on my part, they still pulled through the day before Easter and the cake was so beautiful and delightful! The gentleman on the phone was very helpful and very kind to speak to! I got the vintage white cake with chocolate filling!“

“The food is 5 stars the service is 5 stars I love it prices are very fsir“

“Nice little cafe with a small menu and tasty“

“This is my favorite place to get cookies from! Every visit is a great experience, the cookies are always fresh, delicious, and consistently hit the spot. On top of that, the customer service is always amazing. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and makes you feel valued every time you walk in. It’s definitely my go-to spot whenever I’m craving something sweet!“

“I’ve been coming here for over 23 years, and this place has consistently been one of the best donut shops in El Monte. The donuts are always fresh and delicious, and the service is exceptional every single time. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and truly makes you feel appreciated as a customer. It’s rare to find a place that maintains such great quality and consistency for so many years. Highly recommend!“

“clean fresh well stocked big variety“

“Absolutely worth the visit! Browned has some of the best pastries I’ve had in SGV. The puffs are light, crispy, and not overly sweet. My favorites were the Oolong tea, Salted Egg Yolk Taro, and Dark Chocolate flavors. We also loved the Rose Lychee Raspberry Croissant and the Kimchi Runny Egg Croissant，the sweet and savory combination was so unique. Everything tasted fresh and beautifully made. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to!“

“Best egg tarts in town. It’s carb worthy. Love the mini fruit tarts, pineapple buns, scallion buns, thick toast as well.“

“Excelentes personas, el servicio más que bueno y qué decir del producto (pan) delicioso 🤤 manejamos 5 horas para poder comerlo. Recomiendo al 💯“

“Mango cake was so delicious! The mangoes were very fresh and sweet, and the cake itself was light and tasty. You can also request custom writing on the cake, which is a nice touch. It was big enough for around 10 people to enjoy. The inside was filled with real mango filling too — highly recommend!“

“Hiatus= opportunity for another stop in the LAtte tour. Today’s pilgrimage finds me in Sierra Madre at Syndicate, a fantastic find nestled comfortably downtown on Sierra Madre Blvd. Plenty of street parking and a beautiful place to take a stroll if you don’t score a spot immediately out front. The vibe is instantly welcoming, decor is colorfully minimalist, that’s probably not a thing, but it’s the best descriptor I have. The baristas are friendly, skilled and true devotees to all things coffee, even willing to share some potential sites to visit on the next LAtte stop. The coffee itself is excellent, rich, flavorful and no hint of bitterness. I went with oat milk this time and it paired perfectly with the blend, rich creamy, delicious! I can wholeheartedly recommend a visit should you find yourself in the area, or even if your not- expand your horizons and make it a destination, it’s worth it.“

“Great small cake shop that has unique flavors!“

“I had a problem with a product and call them up and they took care of it right away . They customer service.is great.“

“Mom and Pop store...they make you feel like family.. Everything is cooked perfectly..arrive early....“

“I have been coming here since about 1994 when I was introduced to Mexican cuisines by a wonderful girl I was dating. She took me to places that were the best and how to taste for good and bad Mexican foods.

Even though I was living in Pomona and surrounding cities until I enlisted in the Army, I would even make sure I came here when I was on leave. Then I moved to New York but never forgot this place. Pan dolce in Brooklyn and Queens is no comparison. So I would bring back pan from Durans Bakery. I shared my story with the folks at Durans, and I was mentioning how awesome Italian and Jewish pastries were in New York. Then, every month, I would bring back those pastries with mozzarella balls and bagels to share with my friends and family and, of course, Durans bakery. When I returned to NY, it was with In n out burger and durans who always packed the boxes with care for the long journey back.

Then 9/11 happened.

Wasn't as frequent, but I managed to make visits to durans and bring to New York all the pastries I could and vice versa.

I moved back to California after Iraq and military in 2005 to Ventura County, where i met my wife. I had introduced her to this place. She fell in love with the goods and the folks in the back. Always yelling out PRIMO, PRIMO to me, when I walked in. Had that VIP feel. But that's loyalty after 20 years of patronage.

Then Covid happened. Our diets changed, and the family got older. Kids were in school and had school stuff and sports. Our time wasn't there for a while.

We went to Aquarium of the Pacific for a family day. On our way home to Westlake Village, I suggested to my wife to stop by Durans. She had a huge smile and responded,'porque no', and here we embarked on the 45-minute detour

I knew EXACTLY where I was going. Parked, went inside what I knew was Durans Bakery from 5 years prior.

Now the place has a restaurant. But thankfully, the pan dolce was still there.

Some skinny kid was helping me. I had started to order a LOT until my wife explained to the skinny kid about NY and the years I have been coming here. Then he replied, "You're the one? We heard about you." I was slightly taken aback by the 'celebrity status' ( it's the little things in life). Then he introduced himself as the new owner.

Well, he explained to me the change of ownership and his vision. I had stopped my order from 10 lbs of goodies to just a small box. I said I would try a little in case the taste changed. He said it hadn't because he didn't want to lose his loyal customer base. I understood, and that's a great business move. Don't fix it if it ain't broken.

He offered me a taste of chilaqules, which I declined. (I have been traumatized from a previous relationship by chilaquiles, so i never had it again.)

Well, after a 45-minute conversation with the new owner (the skinny kid and if you're reading this, forgive the description). We had departed on our way home.

Sunday morning, the pan dulce was gone. All of it. GONE. this was as good if not better. The pastries his mom made.. I think he said mom, I could be wrong. They were flan and some other refrigerated goodies. But they, too, were amazing.

Durans Bakery did NOT disappoint.

This is the moral of the story. This long, long story.

Please visit Durans. They will not disappoint.

Their success will continue. I will still be loyal and be on the receiving end of that success by enjoying the best Pan Dulce I have ever had in my short life. 30 years and still counting.

I am disappointed, however, at longer making cakes especially, tres leches.

GO TO DURAN'S BAKERY. cookies. You need and w“

“Some of the most artistic and best tasting pastry I've ever had in my life ...and I'm 67“

“Yummy! You won’t be disappointed …check them out for your next food event. Pizza 🍕 Rules!“