“Please staff the express counter and make the little cabinet sandwiches available there. I literally want you to hand me one of those delicious little morsels of goodness on a napkin, I will hand you the exact amount I owe you and walk out the door. Unfortunately I've now walked away three times because I don't want to wait in the 30 minute line for the full experience when all I'm after is you 5 star deliciousness. Keep up the great work and please figure out how to take my money more efficiently.“
“Cute dessert shop with a nice selection of pasteries. I love how everything comes in a mini version so you can try a variety of things. A couple of things we got were gluten free (the cheesecakes and one of the cupcakes) and they were delicious and had good texture. We tried raspberry cheesecake, marble cheesecake, vanilla tart, chocolate caramel tart, chocolate raspberry tart, vanilla cupcake, red velvet cupcake, oreo cupcake, and brownie. (All minis)“
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“Perfect for a beach day! The base is all Vanilla Gelato but the toppings are all so fun and different. The portion size is quite big so one can definitely be shared by two people! I felt that the gelato that comes in the chimney cake melts slower than the cup, but that might've been just our experience!“
“Kind of hidden away in the slightly shady feeling streets south of Hollywood Blvd is this gorgeous cafe/restaurant.If the weather's nice try to get a table outside, otherwise inside is just lovely.Apart from the awesome breads, the salads and sandwiches are amazing. Try the grains bowl for something filling, healthy and delicious! The service is super friendly and intrusive, just the way it should be.Highly recommended.“
“Loved it! Brought home a bunch of pastries - pain suisse, pain au chocolat, croissant, almond croissant, and chocolate chip cookie. All were delicious. Also got a half tomato on everything and it was awesome - well seasoned and excellent tomatoes and basil. Small space, and hard parking, but worth it! Next time I will buy a loaf for sure.“
“Ayo! Stumbled upon this cool lil cookie shop in SM. It did not disappoint and I will be coming back FoSho. I like how the cookies are smaller than the Big Cookie trend that's going on so that can taste more of their creative flavors. Also lower pricing point per cookie as well. My Fav is $100k Cookie. That thing was amazing, i was only supposed to take a bite cause i had 3 other flavors to try but Nope couldn't do it, i ate the whole thing. It had a chewy caramel center with gooey milk chocolate and crispy rice crispy's on the outside. Street parking available, they accepted cards and staff was very helpful. Come check this place out y'all!“
“Been stopping by Tommy & Atticus since they opened in July. The country, round sour dough is our family favorite. We've tried morning sun citrus pastry (my fav), jalapeno/cheddar sour dough bread, lunch pizza & sandwiches. Great place, great customer service.“
“Absolutely lovely staff and delicious food! The guys working here always go above and beyond. We've been ordering from here weekly for our office breakfast and it is perfect every time. We get a big order so they will label each item with our names and always offer to help me take the order out to my car. Lodge is definitely our new favorite breakfast spot!“
“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.“
“Everything was on point: great coffee, classic Danish pastries and an amazing Princess Cake that was customized in minutes for our Easter gathering. The staff were gracious and so helpful. Our new goal is to try all the cakes, seems like a tasty and worthy project for 2024. You can order online too or by phone to have your cake ready for pickup.“
“Fresh made to order sandwiches, adorable tarts, you have to get the vanilla cream with the hot drink it's like a taste of sweet cloud. Service was fast and friendly. I will be back for sure. The croissants are so flaky and buttery, I love every bite.“
“This was a first time dining experience in Cali…I recommend the restaurant 100%! They were a busy place indeed. The staff is so friendly, and we came in with a reservation and showed early. The hostess checked in with each person waiting to be seated multiple times-you don’t see that very much in most places. A good vibe inside and the atmosphere is nice also. Even though we were early, we still did have to wait almost 15min beyond our rez to be seated but, we were delighted when they offered to bring us an appetizer because they were sorry we had to wait so long. Awesome tasting food and they serve breakfast and lunch as well daily.“
“AMAZING cookies! They were not kidding when they said they stand behind their craft. I've been on a cookie streak recently and have tried many different shops in the area with over 4.5+ in ratings. Most often than not, I left feeling disappointed. Cookies would either be stale, too hard, too brittle, too sweet, or pretty good but not worth $5-6. This is one cookie shop worth talking about. They carried all the exotic flavors, with the right texture and sweetness. I look forward to trying other flavors next time I visit. 1. Guava Cheese (9.5/10) - I love guava, and I love cheese but unfortunately for me, I can't do goat anything. Though there's only a hint of goat cheese, it's still there and you can taste it, if you are sensitive like me. Otherwise, it would've been a 10/10. Amazing texture and flavor. You will love this if goat cheese is your jam. 2. Matcha Strawberry Yuzu Mochi (9/10) - it's ALL there! A melange of different flavors that blend quite beautifully. Mochi is a little gritty (don't expect Japanese mochi texture here), but the cookie itself was so good and that touch of yuzu was exceptional. 3. Mango Sticky Rice (8.5/10) - Again, another unique flavor mix that was really nice. Sticky rice on top tends to get a little hard over time, but if you're a mango fan, this would be a flavor for you. They did not skimp on the ingredients and there's enough dried mango chunks for you to enjoy with every bite!“
“My daughter is 8 years old and she is a picky eater. I got 4 cookies and she ate one.That is very surprising she had her first cookie ever in life. The staff was incredibly friendly and enthusiastic. I could feel they were putting a lot of effort into baking with care.“
“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.“
“Baked Bar LA is the best part of my daily routine. Whether it’s stopping in for an espresso, or grabbing a delicious sandwich or baked good, this is my go to spot.The place is always clean, the service is excellent, and I love the vibe of the space! They do a great job welcoming everyone and are fantastic at everything they do!My personal favorite is the butter sandwich…! Mon Dieu, it’s SO good! Highly recommend :)“
“By far the best Sangak bread in town! Ever since I tried their Sangak, I can’t eat any other Sangaks. The quality of their dishes is far superior compared to any other place in town. The owner is extremely friendly and their service is exceptional. Highly recommend it.“
“Staff are super nice, helpful, and cheerful. Always happy to come here in the mornings to start my day. And everything I ordered so far has been great! My favorite so far has been the Golden Milk Latte with 2 shots of espresso.Highly recommend this place“
“The best cake ever!! I went to a party yesterday and they served the marble cake with custard and whipped cream topping . The cake was light , the custard was real, and the topping devine! It wasn't too sweet but just right . The ingredients are real . I now have to go and order my own !!! Can't wait to try them all!!“
“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.“
“This place used to be the biz. I cannot deny that their food is jammin' but their service and overall attitude have a lot be desired. This was the spot after the world reopened and the outdoor seating made everyone feel a little more COVID safe. I think they started feeling themselves a little too much. After my wife and I had our first couple visits there, it was great. However, subsequent visits went from awful to the absolute worst. They failed to recognize our reservations a couple of times and when they got it wrong, they made us rush to order. I would get their food again but suggest getting it delivered to spare their nonsensical restaurant/business practices. If you want the pulpo, get it there and not for delivery. And for some reason, when you get the saltado delivered, you don't get the egg. I'm assuming it's due to possible foodbourne illness issues. Five stars for food, one star for service/attitude.“
“The Menemen eggs were really good. My only wish to make them better would be to have it made with 2 eggs instead of one. The smashed eggs on toast was also delicious. My only desire would be for a nicer place (both inside and out) to sit and eat. The had seating outside, but it is right on the sidewalk and could use some decoration.“
“We found this place on Yelp when searching for a good brunch spot in the area. We ordered a few chef recommendations including the spicy southern fried chicken burger, peach salad (my friend), spaghetti and a few others. The burger is great and the bun is slightly crispy which is exactly I am looking for in a gourmet burger. The sauce is well balanced with a slight tanginess. I wish the side fried potatoes could be a little more though.I also ordered an Americano. Interestingly they served you a shot of espresso and let yourself add hot water to your like. Appreciate the touch.The place can get busy on a weekend. We only called 15 mins prior to our arrival without reservation, and were pleasantly surprised we had a seat once we checked in.“
“I got the veggie panini and an iced matcha w/ oat milk; both were very good. My brother ordered a french toast that he vacuumed down in 5 seconds and my dad ordered an omelette that he could not get enough of. Everything was just so fresh and healthy. The service was great and the employees are so friendly! I definitely suggest eating in the back patio, the atmosphere is just amazing!“
“I've been getting their pastry on my way home recently and everything I tried has been great. Tiramisu, Napoleon, Fruit tart, Chocolate muffin, blueberry muffin and the butter cookies. Looking forward to try the spinach and cheese croissant they will start to offer sometime next week.“
“4 assorted donuts / 1 glazed, 1 reese peanut butter, 1 cinnamon sugar o-nut (cronut), 1 nutella strawberry o-nut - 5 ⭐!DK's Donut & Bakery in Santa Monica is an excellent, family-owned 24-hour donut shop and cafe that has been in business for over forty years. They have a mouth-watering selection of fresh donuts, including an impressive assortment of cronut inspired donuts.Their little shop is in a small strip mall in Santa Monica. I had no trouble finding parking right outfront. The shop has a colorful, pink-focused theme. They had an outstanding selection of donuts on display in their glass cases as well as a nice, large menu board offering up all kinds of snacks, drinks, and sandwiches.The four donuts I sampled on my visit to DK's were fantastic. It was honestly a very hard decision. I had to limit myself to four because when I buy donuts, I have very little self control and know I am going to eat them all the same day. Besides, donuts are always best when they are fresh.The strawberry nutella cronut style donut was amazing. Lots of rich, hazelnut spread flavor mixed with strawberry. The plain glazed donut was top notch. I always try to get a plain glaze and use it as a baseline. A great plain glaze donut is always a treat for me. The cinnamon sugar cronut and the peanut butter cup donut were also great.I know there are other "DK" donut places out there. This one is a real treat and I think it is the OG one. If you are in Santa Monica or are passing by, make sure you stop by and support a great local business!“
“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“
“The greatest cookies I’ve ever had and it’s setup at a gas station! Amazing cookies and the selection is way more than expected.I had the walnut gooie, cloud 9, the chunkie and the chocolate oatie. All four were delicious and had its own distinctive style. They lived up to the “gooie” expectation and were really filling. I think two cookies were enough to get me good & the others were extra credit. Load up on napkins and the customer service was great.Just be aware the gas station didn’t have whole milk, just 2% but all the cookies were still phenomenal by themselves. I’d definitely come back again to try their other menu items.“
“Special place. Tiny place. Incredible selection. Top two donut places in the city by my count. Best cinnamon roll and jelly donuts in town. Never been much for the celestial donuts but they certainly make for a pretty display. Their breakfast sandwiches are definitely not the star but a good addition. The staff is great, too. Really kind and patient, and when there are sooooooooo many choices that it a really good thing. Definitely going here again.“
“A+ pastries (croissants, chocolate croissants, chouquettes).Serviceable baguette, but tight inside (mie serrée) and not very crusty.Hours unclear and changing (others said in these reviews that it wasn't open Sundays, but today Sunday it is), and won't pick up the phone to confirm.“
“The Sycamore Kitchen was such a delight, the space is really cute, the service was amazing (super friendly & very quick/efficient), the food is delicious (great portions for the cost, and tasted great), and the coffee was tasty.We had the Jerusalem Bowl & Eggs Benedict, both tasted very good & were sizable portions.Def will be back.“
“Came back for a sit down lunch one day- ordered the turkey pesto sandwich. It is beyond good!! The bread is so fresh and buttery/salty. I also tried the poppy oatmeal cookie- I personally wasn't a fan. The sandwiches and bread are divine though. Can't wait for my next trip.“
“A cookie store that seams to like to take things to the next level. They don't have your plain cookie choices. The chocolate chip option has 3 kinds of special chocolates. Some choices made with duck eggs, lots of vegan choices. Almost anything you can dream of they made a cookie out of it.All the cookies are hand made, hand mixed and custom made by actual bakers not machines. They are very large cookies, very soft and not dry.Even though they have cookie in the name they seam to be equally famous for their expresso, coffees and milk shakes. The milkshake come custom with pieces of their cookies crumbled inside which they go grab fresh from the back.They have a good selection of Gelato which was very good. And how can you beat Gelato and a cookie.There was indoor seating and outdoor seating as well. Staff seam very friendly and loved to talk about their baking process. They will tell you how everything is handmade and made fresh to order. Brag how everything is hand mixes so you don't get the machine melting to chocolate or leaving uneven mixes for the batter. The Staff does a good job talking up the cookies and the cookies live up to the hype.If you are staying in some of the higher end Beverly hills hotels you can ask the front desk if they have any of the cookies available, as they seam to be the go to cookie for the big hotels to display in their lobbies. If they have run out, stopping by the store is a must stop while in town.Parking: Lots of parking options. Closest is paid street parking. Depending on the time of day you can park right in front of the store. There is a parking garage about a block away with free 2 hour parking or a parking lot a block the other direction offers free parking for the grocery store but a good choice for a quick cookie stop.Kid-friendliness: Lots of cookie, Gelato, milkshake options. The milkshakes are real cookie pieces which kids seam to find extra exciting.Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp at the entrance and easy to move around store“
“WOW! My first time ordering b/c I wanted to try the food before gifting to family and friends. The cookies, brownies and bars arrived quickly, beautifully packaged, labeled with a sweet note and are fantastically yummy (especially the Cinnamon Pear Shortbread)! I drive by the storefront all the time and am just so blown away at the high quality of the box received. BRAVO! I will most certainly stop in and/or order again! Likely my new favorite on-line ordering bakery!“
“Delicious cookies. The weekly rotation has you waiting for the next "drop". The servers are always receptive and pleasant.The shops are bare basic and strictly business. Clean, neat and the displays are helpful. I get every cookie that isn't chocolate, and I'm never disappointed. Only con, the price point is a little high.“
“I have had all of the mini tarts, and they are all wonderful! Always fresh and the services always comes with a smile. We ordered from Mrs. Gwen for our Black History celebration at work and the tarts were a hit. The delivery was early, and we appreciate the drive'rs promptness.“
“Top Tier Treats created the most stunning wedding cake for us and we could not have asked for a better experience! Not only was the cake absolutely beautiful but it also matched our vision exactly. Jamaica and her team truly exceeded our expectations and the cake was hands down a stand out piece during our wedding. Guests could not stop talking about how gorgeous it was but also how delicious, light, and balanced the cake tasted. I could go on and on with nothing but positive things to say. Plus, Top Tier Treats dropped the cake off in perfect condition and on time amidst a very stormy day. We highly recommend hiring Top Tier Treats for your event. Thank you so much Jamaica!!!!“
“All gluten free desserts! The most popular pastry is the Almond Brioche, it was delicious and different, made with rice flour, served slightly warm and moist inside. We like it that it's not overly sweet. For coffee, we ordered a large mocha, it's on the smaller side, but it's wonderful and also not overly sweet. The service was prompt and friendly. Environment was clean and relaxing. Outdoor seating is a plus, especially for dog-owners.“
“They make the best cheesecake in LA that's all you need to know!!! But also the staff is friendly. Parking is limited most likely cause they are next to a bbq restaurant. But if you can park and manage to make the line in this literal hole in the wall... you'll be handed some amazing cheesecake. This is coming from a person who doesn't really like cheesecake at that! The best of the day was the Sweeney potato slice, so balanced and so dynamic in taste and texture with the added nuts on top. Definitely curious about trying even more flavors... the praising was calling my name...“
“Five stars! Ludivine Paris is a delightful bakery that transported me right to the streets of Paris. The atmosphere is charming and inviting, and the service is fantastic. But the real star of the show is the baked goods themselves. They're absolutely amazing – flaky, flavorful, and everything you'd expect from a top-notch Parisian bakery.“
“One of the very few bakeries in L.A. that offers a variety of low carb desserts. Furthermore, they also offer keto drinks. My favorite is the keto horchata, which tastes amazing, maybe even better than a regular horchata. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for vegan, low carb, gluten free, or any pastry for a particular diet.“
“The design of the cake, the taste of the cake, the service. Everything was perfect. We had many guests comment on the taste of the cake and asked where it was from. Definitely a huge hit at the party. Thanks so much for making the process so easy as I am an out of towner. 10/10 recommend!“
“Great quality donuts the building is magical the people are graceful and sincere they work hard and are very kind call out to them at the front desk if no one is there, God bless. Been going here since high-school lov the sandwichs better than McDonald's.“
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“Stopped by for their RKT and they were amazing! I got some as a gift and others loved them as well. The customer service was also wonderful, highly recommend anytime you want to treat yourself or someone else! Will need to come back to try more items soon.“
“Oh my goodness what a hidden gem!Stunning pastries and lovely French sandwiches. Besides the things Americans might expect at a French bakery they have a diversity of more classic French treats and some experiments that' say "Californie" to me such as the double chocolate croissant which is a lovely even deep brown, every crumb of it -- had to buy that to share with my dad. The relaxed sunny vibe locates this shop right between Manhattan Beach snd, I dunno, Saint Tropez. If you are South Bay bound worth the trek. I'm jazzed to have a bag of their goodies to go.The cappuccino tastes French. Magnifique.“
“It's now become a routine and I come here several times a week for a bacon stuffed roll + ice coffee. When I'm feeling extra adventurous, I would get an everything (sourdough) bagel as well. If there happens to be banana bread, I get that every now and then because it's pretty amazing. The biscuits are also phenomenal. I've tried everything now but the sandwiches and since everything else is amazing, I assume those are great as well. Service is always amazing. Ambiance is always amazing. Cheers to a great local spot.“
“I'm so glad to find this Bakery store. I went there on Thursday. I bought plain milk bread for making sandwiches. It tastes very good so I went back buying Sunday. Today I bought pastry, loafs, mini cake even flavored coffee ( Konako latte) Well done ?Everything was amazingly delicious. I can’t find this quality bread in LA. I prefer rice but omg for these things I have to go back. I’ll try pizza next time. Employees are very sweet. Thank you Roji“
“Great spot ! Kind of a hidden gem, the pastries are next level good. I ordered the pumpkin croissant and it was moist, flaky and so good. Also got a latte which is hard to beat at this price, also good. They have a couple unique lattes and pastry options a few seats inside and the service was fast and friendly. Recommend stopping by“
“I saw Rockenwagner on an Eater's best-of list and was also recommended by a friend. My experience here was just okay--not great, not bad...kind of unremarkable. My partner and I ordered a few pastries to go (a lox and everything bagel Danish, a bear claw, and a pretzel), a loaf of their raisin pecan bread, and two entrees--a pretzel croissant breakfast sandwich and a pretzel bun burger (It was 11:30 AM and we wanted the best of both pretzel worlds). General thoughts: Entrees: I am a pretzel lover and the pretzel bun and croissant didn't scratch the itch. Maybe it's the lack of lye flavoring? The burger and sandwich were both decently cooked and made with fresh ingredients. I truly think it is criminal that a breakfast sandwich costs 15 dollars nowadays, but hey, welcome to LA/Southern California. Pastries: We made the mistake of waiting to eat the pastries until the next morning. They lost that day of freshness, so that's 100% on us. The lox/everything bagel Danish was beautiful and such a creative idea, but it was missing something...and ultimately made me want to eat an actual lox and bagel. I don't remember what the bear claw tasted like but remember that it was filled with frangipane. The pretzel was probably my favorite out of the bunch, but I think there was too much cheese on it (which is rarely an issue). Bread: The pecan raisin loaf is pretty good toasted with butter. I am not sure if it is baked the same day it is sold (or even baked on-site?), as the loaf was packaged in an additional layer of plastic. I wish it had more of a crusty exterior/soft interior that most fresh artisanal loaves have. Rockenwagner's fine and I would like to come back to give it another chance, but with Lodge Bread so close...“
“Always friendly and clean and cozy. Staff is amazing, they heat up my coffee mug before putting coffee in it and lots of other thoughtful gestures. Lots of great pastry and bread options. Very chill spot to sit inside and they have an outside area as well.“