15 Best Bakeries in Santa Monica

“HELLO THE BAGEL IS HUGE?? I find it extremely fascinating how Layla Bagels is right next door, although after having tried Jyan Isaac, I think they serve different audiences.

Jyan Isaac has more diverse offerings beyond bagels, from bread to pastries, and their cream cheese is absolutely heavenly with its stronger flavor, reminiscent of Courage Bagels’ cream cheese. The combination of everything actually on the bagel wins the Layla Laika but there’s definitely still some room for improvement in the produce quality when compared to their competitor next door. However, there is no line here and a lot more seating while still capturing the vast majority of the bagel-eating experience!“

“Absolutely loved this place! The cinnamon rolls are outstanding — perfectly soft, buttery, and not overly sweet. The scones are excellent as well, and the cookies are honestly some of the best I’ve had in a long time.

What really makes the experience even better is the staff. Everyone was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and genuinely kind.

If you’re in Santa Monica and enjoy great pastries, this place is definitely worth a visit. I’ll be coming back for those cinnamon rolls!“

“Never had a bad cookie here. I love how creative and simple their offerings are each month. For a small bake shop everything is crafted with love, from the decor of the shop, to the packaging, down to the fresh ingredients in each cookie. The Cheeto cookie got me hooked and I'll keep comitback for more!“

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“This is my go-to spot with my cousin and some girlfriends. We usually get the mushroom pizza and the garlic bread knot. The drinks are always great (we alternate between their cocktails and the wines). We especially love the outdoor patio area—the ambiance is nice and relaxed. It's a spot that we will definitely come back to again and again.“

“Visited multiple times during our stay in Santa Monica. The donuts are delicious. It’s no frills, definitely not one of these new fancy donut shops. But the donuts are simple, tasty and reasonably priced ($10 for a half dozen). The folks working behind the counter were very friendly and helpful.“

“I have been looking for the best gluten free bagels for years. Finally found it! Thank you Modern Bagel!“

“Julian is the best. He's genuine. His products have the finest ingredients and he really leans into quality vs. just dumping in a ton of sugar. His treats taste delicious because he's an exceptional baker who cares about quality.I routinely visit him on Saturdays (Pico Farmer's Market) with my family and we all enjoy a special treat. We also hired him to make cupcakes & banana bread for my daughters birthday party. They were all gobbled up in mere minutes :)“

“If you’re craving truly standout Vietnamese coffee, this spot delivers in a way that’s hard to forget. The brew has that bold, smooth character you hope for, and the creamy, lightly salted foam on top takes it to another level. Every sip feels balanced and full of flavor, and it definitely packs a kick—in the best way possible.

The baked treats here are just as impressive. The cookies have that perfect mix of chewiness and softness, and they taste even better warmed up. The chocolate and peanut butter one has quickly become a go-to treat.

And if you’re into drinks that lean a little sweet, the raspberry matcha is absolutely worth trying. It’s refreshing, vibrant, and somehow comforting at the same time.

Overall, this place consistently hits the mark—great drinks, great treats, and the kind of quality that makes you want to come back. Highly recommend.“

“Lovely family business. Great food & drinks, easy parking, inside & outside seating, affordable prices & totally relaxed & comfy athmosfere!“

“Deliciousness all around. Especially the lattes. Nice patio BUT they need to water the plants AND fix the gate. It slams metal on metal. We’ve out felt pads on it but they disappear. So owner/manager please make the patio visit pleasant Thanks“

“A small but tasty boba shop in a sleepier part of Santa Monica. They don’t have as large of a menu as Boba Time nor do they have as many tea flavors as Sunright but overall they do have some good options and also some good optional drink additions. Inside is very small and there was only one attendant working when we arrived Sunday night for a sweet treat after dinner. They don’t have a parking lot but street parking is easy to find in this part of town. The menu is not very large, but everything that we ordered was made pretty quickly, and the attendant was very polite, and I feel that she was also welcoming.

For my first time I chose the Brown Sugar Crème Brûlée Black Tea with boba and added egg pudding, which is one of my favorite flavor combinations. The flavors were very good, not the best I’ve had in town, but still really hit the spot. They only have two drink sizes available, but I wish they would offer a slightly larger size than the one that they currently offer. Overall I would recommend and I plan to try again next time I am close by.

Parking: metered street parking only“

“The best Honey 🍯🍰cake I have ever eaten! Dumplings, lazy cake, and crepes with homemade (curd) farmer's cheese. Hige recommend 🇱🇹“

“Great coffee and good people.“

“The selection is off the charts! 📊 open 24 seven and the #21 is to absolutely die for! 😈 can’t wait to try the rest of their stuff!!!!!! Thanks“