El Quetzal
$ • Bakery, Latin American, Custom Cakes
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5930 S Gessner Rd, Houston
(713) 272-6140
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es algo bueno que hayan puesto este bakery, algo de nuestra tierra por que yo soy de ahi.❤️
great place exelent service delicious food right price
Received an absolutely adorable and DELICIOUS cake from here for Valentine’s Day. (Maria is the sweetest!) Highly recommend this bakery! Thanks for the beautiful work. — at El Quetzal Bakery & Restaurant #1.
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 9PM |
El Quetzal is a restaurant and bakery that offers authentic Guatemalan food and baked goods in Houston. Visitors especially enjoy the Guatemalan bread, which tastes like home. The menu features traditional dishes such as Kak'ik and Pepian, though some find the tamales and Pepian to be different from homemade versions, with tamales being more from the outskirts of Guatemala made mostly with rice. The restaurant is praised for its clean environment and friendly, accommodating staff, and it has a surprisingly large space inside.
In addition to the food, El Quetzal Bakery is renowned for its custom cakes. It is considered one of the best places in Houston for beautifully crafted cakes that are also delicious. The cakes are moist, flavorful, and made with high-quality ingredients. The bakery’s attention to detail is notable, whether in specific designs or creative freedom, with craftsmanship evident in every slice. Communication with the bakery staff is friendly and responsive, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. Customers appreciate the consistent quality and the ability to get custom cakes for special occasions with minimal stress.
Overall, El Quetzal is a go-to spot for authentic Guatemalan cuisine and baked goods, offering a warm atmosphere, excellent service, and quality food that brings a taste of home to Houston. Parking wraps around the building, making visits convenient.