Cheat code: get up before everyone else in Los Angeles on Sunday morning and get damn near immediate access to one of the greatest bread lineups ever assembled. I was a little surprised to stumble upon this place while picking up an order at Layla Bagels for my wife. While I didn't try the bagels on this trip, I have reason to believe that the JI bagels may very well be the best on the block. I can speak directly to the quality of the other things that I did order. The croissant and brioche loafs were magical. The caneles were delicious. And while I didn't get to actually try the strawberry matcha cookie because my dog stole it off the counter, she surely seemed to enjoy it. Excited to dig further into the more savory offerings during my next visit. read more

I went during Coachella weekend and let me tell you that's the best time to go cause there's no line. But on a regular weekend be prepared to wait. I will say the bagel and the pastries are great. We got a the gravalox bagel, almond croissant, and the cereal milk French toast. The cereal milk French toast was the specific thing I wanted to try and it was delicious. I will say it's on the sweeter side. I didn't really taste the cereal milk, but it tasted more like a custard. Def bring friends to share. The bread itself tasted like a brioche, it was so soft and fluffy. Even though I came for the French toast I think I enjoyed the bagel more. The French was definitely delicious but the bagel was also really good. There's seating outside of the restaurant but it's also limited seating. Overall I had a really good experience at Jyan Isaac bread and will be coming back next Coachella read more

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I found myself thinking about their half bagel with cream cheese, tomato, onions, and dill. So, since I had an hour before I could pick up my car, I came here. Unfortunately, the whole thing fell apart on first bite ... capers went flying and cucumbers fell onto the table... 3 second rule prevailed. Bought a beautiful loaf of their bread but tbh, a bit disappointed with my repast... Ofc, I will return, but maybe next time I might try Layla's... Sorry Jyan Isaac but it was a bit too messy... read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Fugasse - Castelvetrano Olives - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Small store, pretty packed at the time that I went. This place is so much better than Layla bagels like wildly. I only got the everything bagel, but it was pretty good. I mean look at it. Filled me up really fast so I did not finish the whole thing, but I think it was worth the shorter weight and the bagels are much thicker and fresher than Layla's which is right next door. Deserves the hype Layla gets! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Everything bagel w cream cheese - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Located in the lovely Ocean Park neighborhood is my absolute favorite bagel and bread spot! In my humble opinion, they have the best challah and gravlax bagels. This weekend I also tried the malted chocolate bread pudding, and I was blown away. But what really makes the experience at Jyan Isaac is the staff; Virginia and Alex are warm, friendly, and always genuinely happy to help. Gives it a community feel! read more

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I came to this cafe after seeing how popular it was when I visited Layla's. I have to say that the selection of bread and pastries were great, especially for the price. Had the chocolate chip cookie, and chocolate chips were in every bite that I had-- delicious! The service was quick and there were plenty of outdoor seating in the back of the shop. The gravlax works was good, although I had wish it came with more vegetables. There are options to upgrade your cream cheese like scallion cream. Would definitely come back for their pastries and bread. read more

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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! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Stopped by Juan Isaac Bread for breakfast this morning. 1. Salmon roe on sesame bagel with cream cheese and red onion: pungent, savory and delicious. The sesame bagel gave it extra flavor and crunch. The salmon roe popped in my mouth. It was fun to eat. Loved the flavor, texture and presentation. 2. Huckleberry scone - the sugar on top of the scone gave every bite a nice crunch. It was substantial and not dry. Very good. Service was excellent. There is a super cute fenced-in courtyard in the back. I really enjoyed sitting back there sipping my Americano while biting into the creamy bagel sandwich and sweet scone. I did all this while basking in the fall LA sunshine. I couldn't have asked for a better moment. It was utterly blissful. Namaste. read more

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Cookie was AMAZING so many chocolate chips and it was both crunchy and chewy in the center - 8.5/10. My only complaint is that they can't warm it up and its a bit tooo sweet. The miso caramel latte was really good but again very sweet and the miso made it salty... interesting to try but would not get again. Overall, 8/10 drink + cookie and overall great service and vibes!! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Chocolate Chip Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I stopped in today and was helped by a very friendly, sweet employee. I bought a loaf of the seeded bread which they will slice into 3/4" slices for you. You can also buy the loaf whole and slice it yourself at home. I love the bread here and have been eating it for a few years. I also had a giant chocolate chip cookie that was wonderful. There are tables outside if you want to order food from the small menu. I'm coming back for lunch very soon! read more

This is such a delightful weekend stop after Pilates down the street. Tiny shop that always smells of something savory being baked. Grab a sourdough loaf, sweet pastry, coffee, or slice of pizza and eat at the tables along Ocean Park or the hideaway in the back yard. I go for the tomato, caper, olive oil on everything bagel with cream cheese. Chef's kiss. Excellent staff, great selection, consistent quality, line is never too long. Overall win. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Bread racks - later in the day so most of it was sold out - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Looooved the sandwiches and service here today. Already loved their pastries and bread but these sandwiches (especially the chicken katsu!!!) were great. The yuzu kusho in the sando was perfect, not too overwhelming and perfectly rounded out the bite. Tuna melt was nice but had a liiittle too much going on for me (I'm a plain Jane tuna melt girl but don't regret trying it). Can't wait to come back and try the French onion grilled cheese next visit and a different slice. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Chicken katsu and tuna melt - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I have been wanting to try this spot for quite some time because I have only heard great things about their bagel and bakery options. This little stretch of restaurants can get very busy, especially on weekends, so parking can be a bit of a challenge during the busy times. We were able to find a free spot in neighborhood behind the restaurant about a half block away so we got lucky, but also came early. The line here can get long sometimes, but it moves fast and I did not have to wait very long at all for my order. The menu is quite small, but it has a lot of great options on it and what really sets this place apart is just their overall bagel taste and quality; they are top-notch. They also have a lot of great bakery options from sweet to savory. Inside is small so the best place to sit will be outdoors right in front or just get it to go. For our first visit we chose the Gravlax Works on an Everything Bagel and a Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on a Plain Bagel. The Gravlax was fantastic. It's basically a lox bagel but elevated. The difference between the works and plain is the works has tomato and dill. The smoked salmon was really delicate and overall it was just one of the better ones that I've had in quite some time. The BEC was also very good however, I am not a fan of thick cut bacon and would much prefer crispy bacon instead so that is my only criticism it. Overall, we had a great experience and I'm already eager to come back again soon to try more items. I would recommend to anyone in the area and would say it is worth driving out of your way to go here. read more

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I've been to Jyan Bread twice now, and both times I was helped by Josue (hope I spelled his name right!). He is incredibly kind, helpful, and took the time to explain how their sourdough process works. You can tell he really enjoys his job, and his great service made my visits memorable. Their sourdough bread is unique and unlike anything store-bought and you can truly taste the difference. The first time I went, I ordered the bagel with heirloom tomatoes. The tomatoes were so fresh and juicy, absolutely delicious! The only downside was that the bagel itself was super salty. Next time, I'd probably get it without the added salt. I also ordered a loaf of sourdough bread to take home, so so good with butter and jam. On my second visit, I ordered a sesame bagel, and it also tasted a little salty. I'm not sure if that's just how the sourdough is or if extra salt is added, but overall, I still really enjoy their bagels. The lines can get long, but it's worth it for the quality and flavor. Thanks again to Josue for the outstanding service, he's a gem! read more

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There's an episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm in which Larry David orders a scone at Mocha Joe's coffee shop. He complains that the scone is a little soft and that it's more like a muffin than a scone, and then tells Mocha Joe, "You might have a looser definition of scone than I do." My trip to Jyan Isaac Bread reminded me of this scene. No, I didn't get a scone. And no, I didn't get into an argument at Jyan Isaac's. But I did order a bagel made by someone who has a looser definition of bagel than I do. The bagels looked good sitting on the shelf behind the counter, but when I picked it up, my fingers easily dented the crust and I knew I had chosen poorly. This was just a piece of round bread. The crust was soft with only a hint of chew, and the inside was as fluffy as Wonderbread. The flavor was nice, but it wasn't a bagel - a bagel should have a firm crust and a dense, chewy interior. I also tried the pain aux raisin, which is a type of viennoiserie that is supposed to have crisp edges and a flaky interior studded with raisins and crème pâtissière. Jyan Isaac's was neither flaky nor crisp, and while it had some raisins, it didn't taste like much of anything. My neighbor compared it (unfavorably) to Entenmann's. I've heard people rave about the bread here, so maybe I'll come back at some point and try something else. But I don't think I'll be rushing back. The service was friendly, and the place looked nice. There was some seating outside, and when I visited, there was no line. read more

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For clarity, the baked goods are extraordinary and we like them very much. However, Jyan has been bizarrely unable to fix its delivery system for over two months, and, if you go to any of the third party delivery sites (including the delivery option on Jyan's own site), you are told that the store is closed. A silly option is to order from a third-party store called Ghisallo's, but it only processes orders later in the day when many of Jyan's popular items are already sold out. The foregoing is simply inexcusable: If Jyan doesn't want any delivery business, it should just admit it. read more

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tl;dr the loaves alone are splurge-worthy, but don't miss out on the excellent open-faced bagel creations As with many new-era bakeries around Los Angeles, Jyan Isaac Bread started as a pandemic-borne pop-up. Isaac, a disciple of lauded Venice bakery Gjusta, began by selling loaves directly out of his family's kitchen before opening his Ocean Park brick-and-mortar space. Since then, Isaac has garnered plenty of fanfare, including recognition from the LA Times and Food & Wine magazine. A semi-enclosed streetery blocks a full view of the slate-grey storefront. Inside, the cozy cafe is warmly lit by semi-opaque glass lighting fixtures. Shelves are stocked with breads, books, and beverage-ware. Wood-topped barstools are pressed up to the narrow counter that lines the kitchen. Low-key instrumental jazz plays from a speaker above the front entrance. My partner and I arrived for mid-morning weekend breakfast, and we faced a short but slow-moving line. We opted for a Wild Alaskan Salmon Roe half-bagel. Isaac's bagel immediately reminded me of Courage Bagel's signature roe creation, and the quality wasn't too far off. I was impressed by the slightly charred everything bagel and the generous helping of briny roe, although I found the red onion portion to be overwhelming. The bagel itself had an excellently poofy bread with a chewy, heavily seeded skin. Meanwhile, our hefty, presliced loaf of Seeded Sourdough was extra-seeded and extra-sour; it struck me as a step up from the best Whole Foods option. While service took orders at a snail's pace, our bagel was prepared in a matter of minutes. Both the half-bagel and the loaf ran for $12 each. As a loyal Courage follower, I still concede that Jyan Issac churns out some of the city's best bagels (better, even, than the wildly popular Layla Bagel right next door). The stellar bread loaves are a welcome added plus. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Wild Alaskan Salmon Roe - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

super yummy bagel and nice staff - everything here looked amazing and this salmon lox was GONE in a couple minutes. would def return to try the pizza! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - salmon lox - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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This place is incredible! The freshest ingredients and most delicious combinations. I got the gravalax works bagel and I already crave the next one. An absolute MUST. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - GRAVALAX WORKS - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Surprisingly mediocre. My expectations were high given reviews on Yelp & Google, but this is NOT a great bakery. (1) Bagels are not bagels, not boiled; they barely a decent roll-with-a-hole. Perhaps they make a good sandwich, but a good bagel can be eaten out of hand (had a plain & sesame.) (2) Baguette: good technique bad flour (surprising: I thought I saw a t-shirt with "Cairnspring Mills" on it.) (3) Croissant was quite good, but not the best. (4) Danish Rye was VERY good. read more

Jyan Issac is by far my favorite bakery. My husband and I always order the poppy seed bagel with cream cheese, red onion, dill and salmon roe. It is so good. The seasonal danishes feature unusual flavors and are always delicious. A while back they had a chestnut danish. Chestnut one of my favorite flavors and it's rare to find at bakeries. The olive fougasse is fantastic. I have a grievance to air. Canneles are my favorite pastry. Jyan Isaac's canneles are the best I've had. They have been discontinued. Please bring them back. read more

Jyan Issac Bread is known for the Gravlox Bagel, where you can get lox, capers, red onions, and tomato over their sourdough-based bagels. When people talk about the best bagels in southern california, Jyan Issac Bread is typically in the short list, along with their neighbor (Layla's Bagels) and Courage Bagels. What makes Jyan's an outstanding bagel spot is their house made sourdough bagels with bountiful, fresh ingredients. They aren't cheap with the dill, capers, lox, and flavored cream cheese. What differentiates them from the other outstanding bagel spots is that they have a sourdough base, which gives a slightly different flavor profile. Aside from bagels, they're also known for their breads and pastries. I got their cookie, a cinnamon pastry, and their scone. The cookie and cinnamon roll were good, but I liked their scone the most of the three. Lastly, I love that they have a seating area in the back, which was relaxing on this beautiful day. You could look up my other choices mentioned above if you want to compare and contrast my notes on these places; however, I feel that Jyan Issac Bread is a solid bakery that offers more than bagels. Lastly, street parking can be a challenge, but I lucked out on this visit. Also note that they share this space with an Italian Restaurant that opens in the afternoon and for dinner. I overheard a couple that came here for Pizza; however, the pizza is not made by Jyan's, but, rather, the Italian restaurant that shares this space in the afternoons/evenings. read more

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Checking in to reaffirm that Jyan is the categorical Bagel GOAT of the West Coast. And there isn't even a 2nd contender. And jfc to all you Karens upset that they were asked to not bring outside food to the patio. People come to Yelp for FOOD reviews. Take your baggage elsewhere read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Decent sourdough based rustic bakery. Parking in the area was a real challenge. The sesame seed baguette had a thick chewy rustic crust. It may not be the cup of tea for some people but I liked it. The ham and cheese croissant was good but not earth shattering. The sesame seed bagel was more airy and saltier than I expected. Overall a good rustic bakery. With options like Bub and Grandma, Lodge Bread, Bread Lounge, Clark Street Bakery, Tartine, etc. I'd wouldn't drive across town to come here tho. read more

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Isaac Bread might just be my new go-to bagel spot, i was ordering a bagel from a nearby spot and as I was leaving I was led by a smell so delectable that left me wanting to try this spot out. and let me tell you I wasn't expecting to fall in love with pumpernickel, of all things. It's one of those words you hear in movies or songs as a kid but never imagine actually eating. Well... turns out it's delicious. Fluffy, flavorful, and honestly one of the best bagels I've had in a while. I got their bacon, egg & cheese pumpernickel bagel, and everything about it was on point. The bacon? Thick thick. Like, actual bite of meat thick. The kind of breakfast that makes you feel fueled and full not like you just ate air. And that aioli they put on the sandwich? So savory and perfectly spicy, it ties everything together in the best way. You know it's good when you're halfway through and already planning your next visit. What really made the experience even better was the service. The staff was incredibly kind, handed me a water cup without me asking, and even offered to bring my order out to me while I was relaxing outside. It was one of those rare moments where you just feel cared for in a casual setting and that makes a big difference. If you're in the mood for a breakfast that actually fills you up and feels like it was made with intention this is the spot. Bonus you can sit outside and watch them bake the bread from a window. I'm already eyeing the rest of the menu. Highly recommend, especially for bagel lovers ready to branch out and try something new. read more

Opened up the back patio during the day for Jyan. So lovely and chill. We met up for bagel talk and it was delicious and fun. I love the bagels. Still loving on all the bread. I had an open face whitefish, which was topped with crunchy veg and fresh herbs. The smoked sturgeon salad was delicious. My friend had a cucumber which she loved. The service was excellent. read more

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After the review that I left of their pastrami abomination, I've tried Jyan Isaac's new lunch menu a few times, and felt compelled to update my original review. The pastrami is long forgotten - their lunch menu (based on trying 2 of their sandwiches) is fantastic. First up: the meatball sandwich. 5 stars. Near perfection. The bread was great, the meatballs were great, good amount of cheese, sauce, and a good serving size. Next: Their new "Chicago beef" -- Italian beef, giardinera, au jus, on stracciatella bread. 4 stars. Everything was really good - but the au jus was too much for the bread, especially as take out. By the time I got it home, the bread was pretty soggy. The sandwich was still delicious (and the best Italian beef I've had in the LA area after living in Chicago), but my suggestion would be to get the au jus in a separate container and pour it on when you're back home. Anyway, the pastrami disaster is forgiven. Try their new lunch menu. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Meatball Sandwich (new lunch menu) - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

underrated favorite is the house jam on pumpernickel; the texture of the pumpernickel bagel is just so good with an amazing, more solid chew. also the house made peach passionfruit jam (seasonal) was great and not too sweet as for the savory bagels, the tomato is the cheapest at $11, but the marinated tomatoes with basil and olive oil made it taste like the most refreshing bruschetta/pizza i was pleasantly surprised. the salmon roe was salty but the onions made it less overwhelming, and the gravlax works was just a classic lox bagel. i will say this one was not my favorite because the bagel was a bit soggy and dense? but i wouldn't generalize, could just be an unlucky instance since the other bagels were great seating is outdoors and they bring it out to you; typical beachy feel of santa monica. wait was a little long, but nothing crazy; i went on a pretty busy saturday morning so it's to be expected. unpopular opinion for some reason but i think jyan isaac is much better than layla's; i never really understood the lines at layla's when jyan isaac is right next door.. would 100% recommend trying it out! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - house jam on pumpernickel - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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It drives me nuts when a food establishment has a B health rating. Usually get turned off when this happens I ordered food and realized the rating after. I got the bacon breakfast sandwich on an onion bagel. I thought it was mediocre across the board. I also got coffee with vanilla and found that to be average as well. The service was nice and efficient! Found it to be mediocre across the board with the food Not sure I'd go back. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

on a search for the best sourdough in LA. cute neighborhood spot. friendly staff. Meter or neighborhood parking. city sourdough (4/5) soft center, slightly chewy crust. would love to try it straight out of the oven. they also go out to the larchmont farmer's market on Sunday. read more

Super tasty open faced bagel! Got the gravlax works and it was light, bright, and fresh. My half has a touch too much lemon in my opinion, but overall it was still good. They have nice outdoor seating too! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I stopped by after a workout to pick up a Gravalox Works bagel open face sandwich after seeing picture of it from other reviews. The shop is super small and had different bread options mounted on the wall and pastries lining two pastry cases. I ordered the open face bagel sandwich plus whatever pastry my cashier liked which ended up being a blueberry scone. As I waited for my order, I devoured that scone. It was one of the best scones I've ever had and I debated on ordered some to bring back home with me. Next time. Now, the Gravalox Works. I was recommended to order it on an everything bagel and the bagel itself was very good. The Gravalox Works is also a work of art. Biting into it was a bit difficult with all the toppings but it was tasty nonetheless. I only ate half before going to work (wrong choice from a breath scent standpoint but no regrets) and took the other half home to share. My dad and husband both tried it and thought it was super good. I'll be back to try their other bagel options and for that scone! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I live in Santa Monica, and I stop by here several times a week for coffee, fresh pastries, bread, and the most delicious bagels. Great breakfast. Highly recommend. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I've been on a sourdough bread kick lately and was happy when this nicely sized freshly made loaf was given to me. The City Sourdough Loaf comes sliced or unsliced for $11. I enjoyed each slice that was nice and soft in the center with an amazing crispy crust. Toast the slice and it's even more delicious. I checked out the website and loved that the bread was made using very minimal ingredients, four to be exact. I'll definitely check out this spot myself next time I'm in the area. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - City Sourdough Loaf - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Rude woman came out as we were looking at menu online to see what we wanted and said tables were for customers. We ended up leaving and went to Layla's. read more

Stumbled upon this GEM! Coffee is really good and strong. The espresso actually tastes soothing. The pastries all look delicious. I got the griffin filled with fresh homemade custard and jam. Super sugary but deliciously flavorful and flakey. $9 but so worth it. Cruffin: 11/10 Small shop with a few stools but they have an outdoor deck with more seating. read more

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Visit & Atmosphere Stopped by around 10:30 a.m. on a Saturday morning. It was semi-busy, and I waited in line for just a few minutes before ordering. The place has a nice, lively energy without feeling chaotic. There's plenty of seating both in front and behind the shop, which is great since it's in a pretty busy area. Food I ordered the cucumber bagel on an everything bagel, lightly toasted and no capers. Honestly, it hit the spot. The ingredients were super fresh, and the bagel itself was soft and easy to chew--not tough like some others (looking at you, Layla's next door). It's the kind of bagel that leaves you satisfied but still craving another bite. Dessert Now, the real star: their chocolate chip cookie. Hands down, the best in L.A. The mix of sea salt on top and the cookie's sweetness is chef's kiss. Perfectly balanced and baked just right. Parking Parking is across the street and paid, but it's not too bad considering the area. read more

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After trying bagels all over the city, it's odd to me that Jyan Isaac doesn't get more fanfare. There are lines next door and up the street but this is where the best bagels are served. The gravlax is amazing for anyone who's a fan of smoked salmon, the whitefish is a smoked sturgeon, and the seeded sourdough is really fantastic as well. Enjoy your food either on the front patio and people watch the crowd on Ocean Park, or sit in the back patio shared with diners from neighboring Ghisallo. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Whitefish, half, on an everything bagel with the tomato removed - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I had their milk rolls for Thanksgiving which were absolutely INCREDIBLE, especially with the whipped honey butter. Recently found them at the farmers market and took a tub of butter home.... Sooo good read more

I stumbled upon this little gem while picking up bagels next door, and I'm so glad I did! The croissant display in the window instantly caught my eye, so I couldn't resist walking in after grabbing my bagels. I picked up a butter croissant, pain au chocolat, and almond croissant. First off, the croissants were beautifully made with the honeycomb side cut. I couldn't wait to dive into the butter croissant, and it did not disappoint--it was so comparable to the ones I had in Paris. Flaky, buttery, and just the right amount of richness. It bounce back when you bite into it. I The almond croissant was also amazing; it seems they use their own house-made almond butter, which was a game-changer. You can actually taste the chunks of almond, and it's not overly sweet like many others. The pain au chocolat was equally delicious, with a rich, decadent chocolate filling that was just perfect in every bite. While their pastries are on the pricier side, and it's definitely a bit out of my way, I'm already thinking about my next visit. If you're looking for top-notch pastries in Santa Monica, this is definitely a spot worth checking out! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Almond croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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