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    La Monarca Bakery & Cafe

    3.8 (658 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    LA MONARCA BAKERY & CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Ann V.

    The staff was friendly and welcoming but the drinks weren't crazy good lol I tried the horchata matcha, and it didn't taste that good. I feel like the flavors don't compliment each other.

    Iced Matchata, Mexican Chocolate

    Visited today and jesse was super helpful in helping me pick out a drink for my picky sugar loving boyfriend i got the matcha with vanilla foam and he got the mexican chocolate iced. both drinks were delish i love the ambiance in here as well!

    Luis C.

    I frequent this bakery and am always blown away how good everything is. The moment you walk in you're greeted with the smell of fresh baked goods and a team that warm and welcoming. The display cases are packed with amazing pan dulces, cakes, other items, and everting tastes just as good as it looks. I tried several it's including their champurrado and each item was delicious, fresh, and clearly made with care. The service is fast, friendly, and attentive, which made the entire experience even better. You can tell they really take pride in what they do and are commitment in proving high quality baked goods. Whenever you're grabbing a quick treat, ordering something special, or just stoping in for a coffee, drink, or pastry. This bakery is a great local gem that I highly recommend.

    Cafe de olla and horchata cake
    Itzel M.

    I love the monarca, and Jesse's customer services made it even better! He gave us a taste of the strawberry and horchata cake, and I made sure to take both! Great ambiance, good music, clean! I really like this place!

    I was here a few days ago and the poor employee Jesse was manning the entire store alone. He was so personable and absolutely a delight to talk to. Even with the pressure of being alone he was so patient and kind enough to explain the different options. I can't wait to come back!

    Champurrado and to go pastries
    Valerie C.

    Walk-in to delicious smells of pan dulce and hot chocolate. Door held open by staff. Picked up some new items: pumpkin spice concha and a pumpkin bread. Tried some new items: champurrado cake and a hot chocolate (abuelita style) cake. Definitely something I would consider taking to my next gathering ! Yummy and of course could not leave without picking up a hot champurrado to go (the frozen champurrado in the summer does slap) Thanks for the service Jesse!

    Jessica R.

    This place is ahhhmazing! Cute little cafe with delicious drinks and the yummiest pan dulce. We got a concha cup, lattes, and a variety of mini cookies. Very sweet staff and music is playing all around. Love this hidden gem in Whittier. They also have catering and party platters along with breakfast biscuits and burritos. Will definitely come back again.

    Mini concha
    Gabby M.

    Favorite concha's in uptown If you love moist concha's this is your spot. Their mini concha's are my best option when bringing to gatherings as they are the perfect size. Their cake slices pair so well with their cafe de olla. My favorite is their strawberry cake and love that they use a light chiffon cream on it so it is not overly sweet.

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    Rosabell M.

    Had an exceptional experience coming here! Customer service was super friendly and helpful. The shop was very clean and tidy. Their displays were perfect and colorful! We ordered horchata lattes and a few pastries! Sooo delicious!!! This bakery and coffee shop is great! I'm so sad it's so far from where I live but if I'm in the area, I would definitely be back!

    Lovely inside!
    Tammy W.

    Coffee is better than Starbucks or Coffee Bean! It's all espresso and authentically savory! Butter cookies were in my belly in 1.2 seconds so no pics to share but if you're strolling around Uptown Whittier, get your cafecito and pan or galleta on! 4 stars because it felt like Antarctica inside. It was sooo cold!

    It was my first time at this location. I ordered white conchitas online for a wedding, but when I arrived my order was incorrect and I was given colored conchitas. The staff was very helpful--Jesse made sure I got the white conchitas I needed and redid each one for me while the cashier kindly offered me a coffee. Jesse truly went above and beyond, even writing a special note and blessing the bride and groom with a treat. Thank you, Monarca! You have excellent employees.

    E T.

    I always come here for Mexican bread, cookies, flan, and coffee. The best flan! Everything tastes really fresh and good. The service is good. The ambiance is relaxed. I also appreciate the free used coffee grounds for my garden.

    Baked goods

    Visited La Monarca Bakery today for our usual Cafe' De Olla and Soyrizo burrito which never disappoints. The price of the burrito is on the higher side for what you get but it's still a good tasting combo with the cafe. Their Cafe' De Olla is the best. Pan dulce is tasty but a little on the dry side possibly due to their Health conscious ingredients. They have a wide variety of new flavors like their Macha concha and lavender flavored conchas... they also have cakes, cookies and breakfast foods. Friendly service. I recommend giving this place a try.

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    Ask the Community - La Monarca Bakery & Cafe

    It's currently being remodeled, any idea when it will reopen?

    Hi, does your store carry the 5 lb Café de Olla bag? Thank you

    Hello Itzel, We dont sell our 5lbs in our stores yet but we do online :)… Read more

    Do they offer curbside pickup?

    They did the last time I was there. That was a couple months ago.

    When searching for vegan pastries, la Monarca comes up as a top search. What vegan pastries/ cakes do you have?

    Hello Star! Indeed we do have vegan and veterinarian options :)… Read more

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