Anytime I get/ have to take a field trip for / during working hours, I always look to Yelp for…read morecoffee and or baked goods. I recently had to be in the downtown Glendale area - the Yelp machine recommended I hit up Blue Corn Cafe. There's some development / construction in the downtown area so parking is a little limited. However - I was able to snag a spot right along 58th Ave and get a good view of all the cute shops to check out at a later date. Blue Corn was surprisingly busy that morning due to hosting a Coffee with Cops event. I got the low down from a few of the GPD staff that they are consistently rated as one of the best cafes in the city, maybe even the West Valley. They have recently-ish opened up a second location in DT Mesa, which definitely fits their vibe. I was told the owner gets up early every day to bake - I love the dedication to his craft. Like many mom and pops, there are times when quantities are limited. So ofc I had to buy some baked goods to go for my work team! Their muffins are HUGE - like 2 -3 servings per *singular* muffin. I didn't know what I was getting into when I bought 6... hello carb heaven for us. I noticed a lot of sweet and savory options - croissant sandwiches, cookies, you name it. Definitely the muffins were well-enjoyed by all (PSL, lemon-blueberry, red velvet), and the general consensus was lemon blueberry as the winner. It's a small space with not a lot of seating options however there appears to be a back patio that might be shared with other restaurants. I couldn't get a view on my way out. Cannot wait for the next time that I'm in the area to grab more sweets!

Came for a quick stop--left planning my next trip back. I had about a two-hour break during a track…read moremeet and noticed a small line forming outside this bakery in downtown Glendale--so I decided to go on a little adventure. This was my first stop, and I'm so glad it was. The café itself is absolutely charming--spacious, clean, and with plenty of seating. But what stood out immediately was the customer service. From the moment I walked in, everyone was smiling. You can tell this is a team that genuinely enjoys what they do. Despite the line, they were patient, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. Their coffee selection is wide but not overwhelming. . I went with the matcha latte with pistachio, which was well-balanced. When it came to food, I couldn't decide between my usual go-to (broccoli and cheese quiche) or the bacon, spinach, and cheddar--or even the tomato basil, which sounded amazing. I asked the barista/ server to choose for me, and she recommended the bacon, spinach, and cheddar. It did not disappoint. The crust was thick and perfectly done, and the filling was layered and flavorful--just incredible. I also ordered an ube muffin and was given a complimentary lemon tart (no complaints here!). The ube muffin was exactly what you'd hope for--lightly sweet with a delicate blend of vanilla, nutty notes, and a hint of coconut. The lemon tart was perfectly balanced--bright, slightly tart, and complemented beautifully by the whipped topping. Before leaving, I grabbed a loaf of sourdough to go. They even offered to slice it for me--small detail, big win. And I have to say, coming from San Francisco, I do not say this lightly: this is hands-down some of the best sourdough I've had outside of San Francisco. Honestly worth the 45-minute drive just for that alone. I come from a background in the restaurant industry, and great service doesn't go unnoticed. Everyone here was attentive, kind, and truly invested in the experience they provide. The customer service alone is worth the visit. They so offer Panini's and daily soups.. Their menu changes daily. They also offer Louisiana hot sauce so someone knows what they're doing. I can't wait to bring my kids here next time. We will absolutely be back.

I've had this place saved for so long, and was serendipitously in the area. It was Sunday around…read more1pm, and there was a short line of 3-4 parties ahead of me. Waited maybe a couple min, because they had 4-5 workers helping customers. It kinda reminded me of Porto's in LA (iykyk, so efficient). The lady who helped me was very patient - she helped clarify what items had fillings, and what flavors they were. I made my selection (strawaberry concha, dulce du leche-filled churro, guava empanada, DDL-filled cono rellano aka flaky and caramel-filled pastry, DDL-filled churro, corbata danes aka puff pastry w optionally flavored twist, conos de crema aka cream horn). Ate the cream horn immediately in the parking lot - delish. Loved the churro, which was maybe a foot long! Enjoyed the guava empanada as well. Concha was nice and soft, all the flaky pastries were amazing. Total was just under $17 (7 items) with cream horn being around ~$4. Didn't get any tortillas, but I saw them being made, hot off the press! Will definitely be back, esp for the filled items. They also had sooo many cookies, as well as a white cake topped w fruit. *Extra (small) charge if using a credit card, so cash to avoid this charge.* There was also a pop-up coffee shop in the parking lot (saw they packed up at 1pm though), which would be the perfect pairing for any La Purisima goodies.

I was in the area about 2 weeks ago and heard a lot of good things about this place. So, I stopped…read moreby to try their red pork tamales. There was a line of about 3 customers, but the ladies behind the counter were quick to serve customers needs and purchases. I was greeted by a nice lady and I order 6 of the red pork tamales. When she came back with my order they were still hot, like they were fresh out of the steamer or a hot box. When I got home and warmed them up a little I was amazed by the flavor, but I did notice that it appeared to be heavy with lard, which did allow for them to be moist. I would definitely be back when in the area and also try their tortillas that are reportedly really good as well.

I've never tried this place or the butcher, but I saw it on too good to go and have been eyeing the…read morebag for a very long time! I finally got the one that is daily up for grans, and I was so excited! My sister and I can't figure out why there's only one bag per day, but it's very coveted so we were excited to see what was actually inside! We walked in to the bakery with the intention of ordering more treats, in addition to what was in the too good to go surprise. When we walked in, it was 10:05, and they closed at 10:30. They had already put away half of their gelato and baked goods in the cabinet. I understand closing time is at 10:30, but if you still have almost half an hour left, I'm sure there are customers that are gonna come in and buy things. There were three parties of people that walked in while we were in there and then sitting out on the really nice patio. There is a little bit of seating inside, but the patio was very nice and there was plenty of seating out there too. The vibe is super cute, and I love the decor. Hopefully next time we go back, we can actually try things because they won't be put away!

Funny enough, my sister & I were watching Nonnas & the first ten minutes made us want the pastries…read more So, we stopped to think where could we get a pastry? I remembered this place. It happened to be a little under twenty minutes away from us so we decided let's do it & they were open late. Hell yeah. There's not a crazy amount of pastries but the selection was great. We got two tiramisus, one vanilla custard lobster tail, some mini cannolis, & the wedding cookies. Everything came out to about $50 so beware, prices aren't exactly cheap. But for one, if you're going to do "bad" then do it right & we also shared with our family of 5 so plenty to go around. & Holy cow, everything was incredible. So indulgent, decadent & rich in flavor. My nephews liked the cannolis, personally they're not my favorite, but if you're into it the mini's are a great option to quench the craving. The lobster tail with the vanilla custard took me by surprise. I didn't think I was going to care for it, but the cold custard was refreshing & the flakiness of the bread was crazy, my taster buds were confused by the textures, but in the best way. They complemented each other well. My ultimate favorite was the tiramisu & the wedding cookies. I honestly wish I had gotten more of the wedding cookies, those things took me back. I grew up eating the Mexican ones & the Italians did it right *applause* But damn, the tiramisu was to die for. I would order that again & again. Perfectly chilled, the dusting of the cocoa powder didn't taste like nesquik--incredible. At first the price had me thinking if we were doing too much, like damn, should we have just gone to Sprouts bakery? But after being able to indulge in a great quality dessert, it was worth every dollar. My only feedback, careful when you're paying at the register. If you're not paying attention, the tip automatically defaults to 18% on the tablet. Only thing I didn't care for. I could see if I was eating at the restaurant, but I just popped in to take pastries to go. So, that was kind of annoying. The service was fine, the girl that helped me was nice, but again I just pointed at desserts I wanted & went home. The location is part of the main restaurant, but it has its own entrance & little room making it feel separate to the Sicilian Butcher. They also carry gelato which I haven't tried yet. I believe they have little tables to sit at also. Highly recommend checking this out so save room for dessert!

Love the good vibes, the unique blends and the kind service. Being an herbalist, it brings me…read morejoy to see rosemary, lavender, used in tea and coffee blends.

Hmmmmm... I'm not really sure what all the hype is over this coffee house... Mayyyybe it's because…read moreit's in the historic part of Glendale. Although, that alone isn't a reason in my mind. Sure, it's tiny, cute, and staff are friendly, which are great, but I don't get it. My friend and I came to check this spot out. There were no baked breakfast goods that they are known for out to this morning. So, bummed to not get a fresh cinnamon roll. I ended up settling on the cheese danish, that was only ok. My coffee was tasty, I got the bourbon iced latte!! My friend and I sat in one of the tiny rooms to visit. Yeah, I don't think I'll be back here. I hate to only leave a three star review on a spot I've been wanting to try out for months and I was trying real hard to find a way to give it four stars....

"Like my parents, I will be baking for you...from my family to yours..." - Dawn…read more A friend of our niece moderates a TikTok foodie page. In our day's Sunnyslope business, our niece took us to Kris Frybread. Arriving we saw Dawn's. She said Dawn's gets high ratings too. After our excellent Kris meal I made my way to Dawn's. I am infamous in the family for my dessert rxtravagance. But I share with all at our table. Take your choice! Our niece got cannoli, I got lidded shortbread custard cups, vanilla and almond. Sweet D got a cherry and an apple turnover delivered into the box. It is five days later. My sugar intake has dropped a lot. In our home baking we cut sugar ingredients by half. Older Hopi bakers put in enough sugar for a hint of sweet in their cookies. Modern bakers glaze them. I'll take those traditional ones. When I say the shortbread cup with custard was too sweet for me, that's my 21st century palate speaking. The almond cup was a buy-again item for me, still sweet, very almond. The cherry turnover was flaky, the filling tart, oozing fillng and cherries. The gold medal, blue ribbon "I'd buy this again, for sure is the apple turnover. We will return for some more flaky, apple-y goodness. The webpage makes mymouth water. I see many items are normal and mini sized. Great idea Dawn.

Walking in here requires serious self-control -- because you will want one of everything in the…read morecase. The aroma alone is worth the visit; it wraps around you the second you step through the door and feels like a warm welcome. The staff is consistently friendly and genuinely helpful with recommendations (which you'll need when everything looks that good). Every item I've tried has been incredibly fluffy, moist, and full of flavor -- the kind of bakery where you can taste the quality in every bite. A true neighborhood gem that makes indulgence feel justified.

I've been to this bakery twice & feel bad that I forgot to leave a review!!…read moreThey have the most beautiful mini cakes displayed up front, they all look stunning! Sorry no pics! For sure the next time I go! They also have a HUGE variety of cake pops! Including some that are Dairy Free & Nut Free! Perfect for my son! He was so happy to eat a sweet treat without worry! They also have 2 for 1 Happy Hour every Friday on the Cake Pops!! I highly recommend surprising your family with sweet treats from Silver Rose Bakery, you won't be disappointed! All the staff are super friendly too! Pics on my next visit, I promise!

I came in looking to order a custom Godzilla cake for my friend's birthday. I had some inspiration…read morephotos, and the team had great communication with me what all they could do based on my photos, how much it would cost, etc. I had to lower my budget (I honestly had no idea what I was getting myself into), and they were great with explaining to me what they could do on the cake that aligned with my budget. They did such an amazing job, and my friend was moved to tears when I surprised her with it!

Hidden gem!!! So glad I walked in here for a sweet treat. Many options to choose from, including…read moresourdough, sweet breads and macarons. I got a guava pastry, grogu shaped macaron and a churro and the pastry and churro were insanely good. The macaron was supposed to be cake batter according to the guy but it tasted like maple and the frosting inside tasted like straight butter so I didn't care for that. Can't wait to go back! There is no seating inside so be prepared to grab and go.

Place is small but the selection they have is all tasty. I love that they have the small conchas…read more My favorite pasty is their croissant jalapeño with cream cheese. I often go to the Fry's nearby so it's a must stop into Champis after grocery shopping.

I'm not sure I'd recommend her to make you a rainbow cake…read more I sent her a picture of what I wanted and I just have no idea how she messed this up so bad. She claimed "the purple and orange just got darker as it set" okay so re do the buttercream for the colors I asked for?

I found this business because they came out to a local festival to sell some of their baked goods…read more I had a brownie and a cookie which were priced a little better than some of the other concession stands. They were pretty good! You can get on their website to order custom cakes and desserts for your events if that is your fancy.

They have a great selection of pastries, cakes, pies, breads, and desserts. Some have an Asian…read moreinfluence to them but not all. Their prices are reasonable. I purchased a large box of a variety of goodies, that I hand selected, for about $60. A total of 15-18 different types of desserts. My co-workers were very happy with them.

I love this cafe/bakery. Many delicious pastries to choose from as well as coffee and tea. The…read morepassion fruit green tea is the most refreshing drink, especially on these hot summer days. It's a thing of beauty when you walk in. Grab a tray and start filling it with tempting desserts. The butter salt bun is amazing. I can't name everything because there is so much to choose from. You'll need to step in to check it out for yourself. You won't be disappointed.

They have some of the best burritos with fresh flour tortillas definitely one of the best spots in…read morethe Westside for sure all in all it's a must have

My goto for ready made maza . Their green and red chili is good too. It is an old hole in the…read morewall type place. They have a dining area, but I've never seen anyone eating in there. It's more of a fast food feeling, few items on the menu. In front you can see hot ready made tamales, and tortillas. Spicy there is super spicy, so careful on their hot items. Their red and green chili you can buy in bulk, people use it for tamale stuffing. I would ask to taste them prior sometimes those have a kick also.