The Loaf Japanese Bakery & Cafe
$ • Bakery, Cafe, Pet FriendlyAbout The Loaf Japanese Bakery & Cafe
Customers' Favorites
Banana Matcha and Strawberry Croissant
Tomato Basil Salt & Butter Roll
Strawberry Cream Croissant to Go
Tomato Basil Salt & Butter Roll
Cookie Salt and Butter Roll
Strawberry Milk Creme
Chocolate Emoji
Cinnamon Rolls
S'Mores Danish
Hot Dog Panini
Recent Reviews
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Fresh bread all the time and you can see them baking while you’re in the bakery.
great customer service
yummy pastries and sandwiches
yummy pastries and sandwiches
We recently stopped by The Loaf Japanese Bakery & Cafe in Newhall and really enjoyed the experience. The bakery offers a tempting selection of Japanese-inspired baked goods, with plenty of variety to make it difficult to choose just one. We tried several items and were impressed by the freshness, texture, and overall quality.
The pricing also feels right for the quality and portion sizes. It’s refreshing to find a neighborhood bakery where you can enjoy well-made...read full review
The pricing also feels right for the quality and portion sizes. It’s refreshing to find a neighborhood bakery where you can enjoy well-made...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8AM - 2:30PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM - 2:30PM |
| Thursday | 8AM - 2:30PM |
| Friday | 8AM - 2:30PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 2:30PM |
| Sunday | 8AM - 2:30PM |
The Loaf Japanese Bakery & Cafe is a charming spot known for its friendly service and delicious treats. Their bread and pastries are excellent, featuring popular items like salt and butter bread and bear buns filled with custard, chocolate, or red bean. Using authentic Hokkaido flour and skilled Japanese bakers, the bakery ensures high-quality baked goods. Customers praise the white loaf for being buttery, soft, and perfect for a homemade sando. Many consider their curry pan (カレーバン) to be the best in LA, surpassing other Japanese bakeries in SoCal. They also offer an amazing yuzu dessert and salt bread, with some enjoying a Japonini sandwich made from Japanese flour, cheese, bacon, pesto, and tomato, freshly baked and delicious.
In addition to their bread, the bakery features unique drinks such as lavender latte and sea salt matcha cold brew. The ambiance is casual, with some outside seating and a few bar seats inside, creating a pleasant environment for visitors. Customers frequently enjoy their tomato basil salt roll, strawberry croissant, and various coffee drinks, including Groundwork coffee. While some find their prices a bit high, they appreciate the tasty and adorable experience that The Loaf provides. The location is clean and well-maintained, and service is fast and friendly. Although parking can be challenging, it remains a favorite for those seeking a delightful Japanese bakery and cafe in the area. The hours can be limiting, closing at 2:30pm, but many hope for extended hours to accommodate more visitors.