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    Triple berry cake - excellent
    David C.

    One of the best bakeries in Los Angeles, Cake Monkey has two locations. One is in Hollywood and is a normal bakery. They also have a windowless building on a sketchy industrial street in a gross area of North Hollywood (watch your feet while walking for all the piles of dog excrement all over the place - it's like a mind field), which it turns out is just for pick-ups. I didn't know this. You don't go in. You pay in advance, make your order, then show up, have trouble finding parking anywhere, ring a doorbell, and they bring the baked goods to the door for you. So, no service to speak of, but it doesn't matter I guess if you know what you want, as the quality at both locations is spectacular. The first time we tried their products was when a co-worker got the missus a bunch of small treats a few years ago for her birthday. They included exceptional high quality versions of Drake's style confections like devil dogs and ring dings and yodels (all of which are not for sale in California or I believe west of the Mississippi River). As a born and bred New Yorker, it was heaven to find high quality versions of these much missed treats. When Sweet Lady Jane, which was my go to for nearly 30 years for their triple berry cake, had financial problems and closed a few years ago, I was devastated. Then Cake Monkey made a version. It's not exactly the same, but it is pretty close and just as good. Better yet, once Sweet Lady Jane found new ownership all their prices went through the roof. The same size cake at Cake Monkey is at least $20 cheaper if not more at this point. If you like Drake's cakes or the Sweet Lady Jane triple berry cake, I strongly, strongly suggest trying Cake Monkey. Maybe go to Fairfax first so you can see the desserts instead of ordering blindly. Trust me, you'll love them! Go!

    Cecilia L.

    Absolutely in love with the customer service! I called to ask if they had anything I can pick up since I was late in ordering but they accommodated to my request! Usually an order would be a minimum of 48 hours but they were quick to take my 24 hour request . They were so sweet , so welcoming and friendly. I ordered a vegan chocolate cake with triple berry it tasted like a gansito! I was able to pick up at the kitchen in north Hollywood so I didn't have to go to the store from all the way in LA! The bakery smelled heavenly and I was so happy with my special order! Thank you for everything!

    Gluten Free Birthday Cakewich

    Birthday cake Gluten Free Birthday Cakewich Being gluten free is hard and I am so grateful for places like cake monkey that offers gluten free desserts at a reasonable price. Absolutely delicious!!

    Shilpa D.

    Update: You CAN buy pastries here - you can order online and pick up at this warehouse like location. I called on Labor Day to pick up some treats on the way to a friend's and they said they had some availability for walk-in items. When I got there they showed me a menu (see pic) of what was available at the moment and I chose from there and was in and out super fast! Great to know this is an option but ordering ahead is prob best if you know what you want specifically. The location is at the corner of the street and looks like an office/warehouse from the outside. You ring the doorbell and someone lets you in. There is no display inside - just a waiting room/table prob for custom order appts. I recommend calling first! Their cakewhiches are delicious! My favorite was the black and white cookies and cream and the peanut butter marshmalldrool

    Maddy M.

    Cake Monkey is the first place that comes to mind when it's time to order a cake for a special occasion. I love ordering their mini cakes because you can try different flavors and it makes for a very pretty presentation! Most recently I ordered three mini cakes for a friend's birthday. I got the chocolate malt, confetti, and German chocolate cake flavors. It was so much fun to slice them up and share them with friends! The flavors were so on point, not too sweet, and the buttercream is perfection. It's very easy to order online and pick up curbside at the store. So happy this location in North Hollywood opened, but it can be a little hard to find and my GPS was having a hard time navigating me there. It's South of the bike path :) I also very much enjoy their breakfast pastries. Their muffins, scones and donuts are the best I've had in any coffee shop (Coffee Fix in Studio City has them). Overall, the selection of baked goods, cakes, cookies and treats is so impressive and I have not met a Cake Monkey treat I didn't like! Definitely check them out!

    Top: birthday cakewich and pb & marshmallow cakewich. Bottom: mogul
    Lauren H.

    I had first tried some of their goodies at a gluten free fest several years ago, so when I wanted to buy myself some treats for my birthday, I decided to order from here. You can call in and order a pickup from this location. Parking can be a bit difficult (do not park in the car place by accident because he will come out within a minute and I would bet he will tow you.) I got the birthday cakewich, the peanut butter and marshmallow cakewich, and the mogul (like a snowball.) Everything was most and delicious even a few days later. I definitely would order from them again.

    Jason K.

    This is my go to bakery for cakes in LA. Everything from cake sandwiches (think fancy hostess ding dong), individual cakes and cakes for 100+ person events. Best of all they make a gluten free cake that tastes just as good as traditional flour version, which is a really big deal. This is the pickup location for special orders

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    I'm addicted and that's all that you guys need to know..pray for me. I might turn into a cake which.

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    Absolutely my favorite cake and dessert bakery, customer service is always on point and products are always fresh & delicious.

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    Items beautiful, fresh, well packed....but way too sweet for my taste...And I like sweet things.

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    Ive only picked up here once through a discount site - it was a hidden gem, very yummy and would order again

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    Ask the Community - Cake Monkey Bakery

    Do you sell individual pastries for walk-ins or is it wholesale only?

    We have a limited menu of items available for walk-ins but if you order in advance, you can pick up any item on our menu from this location. Thank you!

    Do you offer any vegan desserts?

    Yes, we do! You can find the options on the menu page of our website in the vegan section at the bottom of the page: http://cakemonkey.com/menu… Read more

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    4.7(45 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Honestly, this is one of my favorite spots for traditional pastries. I've tried different things…read morefrom here, and everything has always been fresh and super delicious. You can really tell they use high-quality ingredients -- the taste is rich, soft, and just perfect. I also love that everything feels homemade, not mass-produced. Every time I come here, I leave happy Definitely my go-to place when I'm craving something sweet. Highly recommend!

    6* Pastries 6* Breads…read more5* Service 4 * Ambiance I can't stop thinking about this pastry shop! It's truly something special. A volunteer at NOHO Home Alliance purchased pastries from Erik's Sweet Creations and brought it to our center to distribute to the unhoused community. We all became addicted! Since then, this very ethical and generous shop donates all of its unsold pastries (still fresh and high quality) to our non-profit. The pastries are extraordinary in freshness, flavor, design, and quality! I decided to support Erik's sweet creations. I'm glad I did! From the moment I walked in, , I was greeted by the warm, buttery aroma of fresh pastries and the kind of display that makes it impossible to choose just one thing. Everything from the baquetes to the pastres is a work of art. The croissants are perfectly flaky, the fillings are rich without being overwhelming, and the balance of flavors is spot on. You can taste the quality in every detail; nothing feels rushed or mass produced. What really sets this place apart is the freshness, quality and experience. The staff is welcomng, patient, and genuinely passionate about what they do. If you appreciate pastries done right, this is the kind of place you'll find yourself coming back to again and again. Easily one of my favorite spots; highly recommend. Businesses with a heart must be supported by the community.

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    1.0 miNorth Hollywood
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    Everything is vegan…read more Everything is delicious. Everything is made with love, quality and care. Tucked away in a small plaza lot on the corner of Riverside Drive/Camarillo Street on the west side of Toluca Lake, bordering North Hollywood this true hidden gem some of the world's best desserts, goodies and items. Showing you that all baked goods can be incredibly delicious, rich and enjoyable with all plant-based awesomeness. Gluten-free friendly as well. Parking lot is small, but this place is massive in energy. Check them out on Instagram (they're on Facebook as well, but not active there). Incredible reels, posts and info on all their offering on IG and here. Conchas are 10/10!! Stay tuned for yummy pics :) Open 7:30 am almost everyday (9am on Sundays only) until 7:30 pm on Mondays as well as Wednesday through Saturday. Closed by 5:30pm on Sundays and Tuesdays only.

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    Deja Vu Cakes

    4.9(651 reviews)
    1.8 miValley Village
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    Women-owned & operated
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    Went in yesterday around noon to check out this Déjà Vu Cakes and instantly the aroma of the…read morefreshness welcomed me in with open arms and good vibes. I have been here twice in the past, but not in a long time. Needed to buy a box of yummy cupcakes for my friend's birthday and wanted few for me and my son. Rubina, the owner being so sweet, kind, nice, and helpful helped me to choose variety of cupcakes for my friend, and also helped me to decide what my cravings were.? I went with like 6 cupcakes of different kind, and they looked AMAZING!! Got Chocolate cupcake, berry cupcake with light frosting on top, & Red Velvet Cupcake for me and my son to share. Their cupcakes are seriously addicting, in the most dangerous way!:-) They are light, fresh, yummy, and full of flavor w/out being too sweet. Simply irresistible. They have a clean shop, cute, quaint, and welcoming. They only make cupcakes. No other types of goodies. Just letting you guys know. They do deliveries and small catering for your occasions. Moderate prices. Plenty of parking shared with numerous businesses and one last thing; go see the owner and she will help you to pick out your favorites!

    I'm here to give love to the blueberry cupcake. The cake texture is light and airy, with a fresh…read moreblueberry baked into each bite. And the icing is textured, like a true blend of blueberries in a gently sweetened cream. No heavy sugars, no artificial flavors. So if you're looking for that Susie Cakes sugar rush, you won't find it here. This is for those that have an affinity for the subtle nuances in flavor profiles. The chocolate varieties taste similar to what my wife makes - you can taste the intensity of the natural chocolate flavor thanks to espresso. It's the secret to a deep, beautiful chocolate batter. The owners are lovely as well. The lady took the time to go over the flavors and explain the lack of heavy sugars. Such a cute spot tucked away in a strip mall behind Starbucks. I'll be back for a 6 pack of blueberry cupcakes soon!

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    Sis Bakery

    4.8(117 reviews)
    0.4 miNorth Hollywood
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    I would have been so surprised if this wonderful Sis Bakery got a low rating on Yelp or anywhere…read moreelse. This is a must go and check it out type of a bakery. They don't sell any sweet goodies, what they sell is quality Armenian savory goods. I am so surprised at myself that I left this bakery behind and didn't do a review on this hidden gem. Walked in today knowing that they close a little earlier than their usual time and wanted to get everything. This mom n pop place has been around forever and still serving the community nothing but delicious, hot, fresh food. They have Cheese borek, Spinach borek, lahmajune, (Armenian Pizza), potato borek, spicy cheese borek and Ajarski (bread boat filled with cheese, egg or other items which is made to order). 20 minute wait for the Ajarski. The smell of the food automatically welcomes you in. They also have beverages and one of my favorite is Tan. An Armenian yogurt drink. DELICIOUS!! Sounds weird, but it's good! I got a dozen lahmajune the small, compact ones, 2 large, long spicy borek and that was all for today. Give this place a try; and, you will go there at least once or twice a week. Yes, it's that good! Parking is shared with other businesses and they don't have a place to sit. Grab & go orders. Super friendly staff and place is clean.

    Absolutely delicious ajarski! If you're in the area, this is a must-try. It's baked fresh on the…read morespot, which makes a big difference, but definitely plan ahead since it takes about 20-30 minutes to prepare. Totally worth the wait, highly recommend ordering ahead.

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    Paris Baguette

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    4.7(142 reviews)
    1.9 miNorth Hollywood
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    I don't visit NoHo West very often so this was a super shocking surprise to see Paris Baguette so…read moreclose by. I visit other Paris Baguette locations but after visiting the NoHo location I am happy to say that I'll have another place to stop by after a Trader Joe run. ; ) Paris Baguette has some really good pastries both on the sweet and savory flavor profiles. I used to enjoy their quick take me home sandwiches. Looking forward to the next visit for some goodies. Parking: the area is confusing. They have their own designated parking area shared with other businesses. Then they have a paid parking structure, but for some reason the bottom floor is free. VERDICT: Rinse and repeat

    I was looking for a birthday cake for my friend and I came across Paris Baguette and it was right…read moreby her house so I decided to give this place a try because it's look so good! Bakeries are yummy.You can tell it made fresh and it wasn't super sweet.Bread are soft and croissant are flaky and delicious! The strawberry short cake and blueberry one are great and those fresh berries are really good. Service : Staffs are nice and friendly. Vibe : Bright and clean and the whole place smell so good! Parking : There are plenty of parking but if you want to park at the parking area right in front,On the weekend might be a challenge because still other business around there that use the same parking lot too but you still have a choice of parking garage as well. Overall this place became my go to when I think about bakeries now.

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    Lilit Bakery - This place is AMAZING!!!!! Really Great Customer service, food is outstanding and you get mooore than your moneys worth!

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    3.9(908 reviews)
    2.0 miNorth Hollywood
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    Family-owned & operated
    Locally sourced ingredients

    Popped in for a little dessert and they did not disappoint! The chocolate cake was really rich and…read morea chocolate lovers dream. The strawberry tres leches was very moist. It did take a little bit to get served because the line wasn't very structured but otherwise service was great.

    I have been wanting to try this place for quite a while now and finally came today with my son for…read morea late lunch. I guess my experience initially started over the phone when I spoke with Suzie to confirm their hours. She also mentioned to me that the bakery was open until 8pm today but the kitchen closes at 5. That was helpful information that wasn't listed online. We got there around 4pm and easily found parking in their lot behind the building. There are plenty of spaces and also street/residential parking. Upon entering, there was an immediate vibe shift from the outside world. It was almost dead silent inside, with no music playing and no regular restaurant chatter/noises, either. The place is fairly big/spacious but had an extremely cold atmosphere. Their Christmas tree was still up along with some other decorations, but the lights of the tree weren't even turned on! I feel like the ambience here could've been a lot more festive and welcoming with the lights and some music. The place itself was pretty clean and the bathroom (one gender-neutral unit) was spotless!! Oh, there is also a patio if you choose to sit outside. We were greeted by Alma behind the counter and she was genuinely such a sweet, kind, and helpful person. She knew her job very well and was able to answer any of our questions about their menu. To share, we ordered their famous Ajarski (plain), along with a large vegetarian pizza. My son got himself the Grilled Chicken and Garlic Wrap, however he subbed the tortilla for sliced sourdough and got salad instead of fries. I got the Grilled Chicken Panini that came with Mozzarella Cheese and Pesto, also with salad. The Ajarski and Pizza are baked fresh per order in the pizza oven, so they require a few extra minutes. I believe it took about 15 minutes total. The sandwiches came out sooner than that. Honestly, the food here was just...mediocre. It certainly wasn't awful but it just wasn't amazing by any means. It was kind of BLAND and everything just felt like it was missing something. Both of the grilled chicken sandwiches were pretty dry and the chicken was overcooked. The side salads were decent. The pizza felt noticeably underdone, like it was heated just enough to melt the cheese, but not fully baked. The dough was flimsy and not sturdy nor crispy. For me, the Ajarski was the highlight! Delicious cheese filling baked into a soft, tender dough with two runny eggs baked into it in the center. When you cut into it, the yolks start oozing out and you can use the bread to soak it all up. It was DELICIOUS! I would say the portion sizes were appropriate for everything, however the prices are a bit steep! Our total for these 4 items came out to $71! For dessert, my son and I decided on 7 different pastries to sample. I also wanted to have a latte, but Alma told me they don't serve any decaf coffee whatsoever, so I just stuck with my water. I don't know what this is about - I've been noticing more and more places that are eliminating decaf coffee from their menus. Why? Not all of us do well with caffeine, so it is important to keep it on the menu in order to please everyone. As far as the actual pastries, we got the Cream Puff (incorrectly labeled as Chocolate Eclair), 2 round Peach pastries (filled with buttercream), and one slice each of the following: Tiramisu, Mikado, Honey Cake, and Bird's Milk. They have an EXTENSIVE pastry case full of traditional pastries that we all know and love, and some lesser-known desserts from Armenia, Russia, etc...I grew up on a lot of these sweet treats so it was nice to revisit them after many years. We tried a bite or two of each one and they were all yummy but also a bit overpriced in OUR opinion!! 7 pastries came out to $31. Altogether, already a $102 bill for two people and some leftovers for tomorrow. Hey, we did also get a free Armenian calendar out of it! I'd also like to thank Katherine who was helpful and pleasant, just like Alma. We accidentally misplaced the receipt for the food and she was able to reprint it for me. I really wanted to give this place 5 stars, but it was missing that WOW factor for me!! It was slightly underwhelming but I might give it another try sometime in the future.

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    Lilit Bakery - Tiramisu is my favorite! :)

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    Tiramisu is my favorite! :)

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