Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    La Morena Bakery

    4.4 (39 reviews)
    InexpensiveBakeries
    Closed 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

    La Morena Bakery Photos

    Business Info

    You might also consider

    More like La Morena Bakery

    Recommended Reviews - La Morena Bakery

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    This is one of the sweet tamales with pineapples in it.
    Ana C.

    I live in Utah now and grew up buying my masa in a different shop but they weren't doing masa until Christmas Eve and that didn't work for us because we drive back before that day. I looked on Yelp and picked this spot. Bought masa preparada for tamales. Made a batch for my mother in law today and the tamales came out absolutely delicious. The masa has a great flavor, cooks very well and it remains nice a soft even when cooked. We did cheese, rajás con queso, chicken, and sweet tamales. They all came out great and had great flavor. It's even better than my original spot. I will be going here from now on. Plus the people working there are all so nice. I went on two different days and every person there was so friendly and helpful. I really appreciate that. I'm happy to have found a new spot for years to come.

    Mexican bread
    Wendy R.

    We've been going to this place for years since I was kid to buy masa and hominy for pozole. It's the freshest you'll ever have. They have masa for tamales and masa for tortillas. They also sell Mexican sweet bread. They sell corn tortillas made there and u can tell they are fresh with that homade masa smell. They also sell meat and other stuff. Parking is a little tricky but at the end of the block just around the corner there is public parking and it's 25cents per 30 mins.

    a bowl of flour
    Liz C.

    La Morena Bakery is the only place my mom trusts for masa for tamales. So much so we've been coming here for over 30years! Great customer service with prices to match. They also have a baked bread section (pan dulce). Conveniently located near the corner of Cesar Chavez and St. Louis Street. Meter parking available on side streets.

    a variety of pastries

    My bf brings me here when I first moved to Boyle heights (: the turtle concha is really cute

    Outside
    Marie C.

    Wanted to update my review as they deserved better rating ;) Been coming here for past 25 yrs since my sister introduced me to this place. Hands down the best mass around. My tamsles are yummy and I give credit to the masa. Fluffy and perfectly seasoned. My fondest memory from this place is when I ordered 25 lbs of prepared mass and 5 lbs of sweet masa on my first visit to this place years ago. Once the order was called out to the staff in the kitchen, one guy stepped out with my masas. Then I could hear him say in Spanish to the other staff upon returning to the kitchen...."There is a chinese girl out there buying this masa to make tamales!" Before you know it, I saw 4 different faces peer out of the kitchen looking at me with smiles. Lol! Yes..I don't think they realize I speak and understand spanish too. :) The service has always bern friendly. They are very helpful when it comes to how much masa and husks you need to make the # of tamales you want. Parking is a challenge so I usually get there before 8 am. Meter parking in the front.

    Now ain't she beautiful? Spennnsaaa (Photo by: @Kevin_AmadOH)

    See all

    2 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    8 days ago

    Bought chicken and pork tamales, hoping I would enjoy them. Too much masa and tamales lacked in flavor. Disappointed.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Alma S.
    1
    94
    55

    11 months ago

    Overrated, small selection, candies were dry, pricey. Some of the concha's were good soft but all the other items seemed hard / not fresh.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    We have been getting our masa at this place for years I remember going with my mom as a kid and now I go as an adult it's the absolute best.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    great service from esme and yvonne, lovely ladies , my friend and I come to this location all the time

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ryan M.
    82
    171
    14

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Ruben G.
    509
    122
    57

    2 years ago

    Amazing delicious soft perfectly fluffy tamales . The cheese and rajas is my favorite

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Edgar M.
    52
    74
    19

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Ana C.
    3
    23
    12

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Argie M.
    190
    507
    1070

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ruth L.
    0
    26
    23

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kevin A.
    151
    131
    89

    15 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Excellent customer service and fluffy masa. Highly recommended for your next tamalada!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    9 years ago

    My husband likes the food from this spot and made me promise to go back. He loved the tacos, authentic Mexican that are hard to find.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lou E.
    141
    250
    106

    15 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Dani M.
    19
    39
    67

    15 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 5
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sonia W.
    40
    84
    237

    11 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Always drive 45 min just for that masa amazing quality and service oh and by the way I live there freshly baked bread it's always a plus.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kat M.
    89
    3
    0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Elsa P.
    71
    33
    2

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Italia L.
    245
    57
    13

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of brad A.
    1
    45
    14

    13 years ago

    This is solely for the green chile cheese tamales. SO EFFING GOOD!!!!

    Business owner information

    Photo of Martin P.

    Martin P.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Ask the Community - La Morena Bakery

    Do they open on Xmas Eve?

    Yes! I've been going there for the last 20+ years to get my masa on Christmas Eve. This year, I hope to do the same.

    View All 2 Questions

    Review Highlights - La Morena Bakery

    They are very helpful when it comes to how much masa and husks you need to make the # of tamales you want.

    Mentioned in 18 reviews

    Read more highlights

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Bakeries 156,285 times last month within 10 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Fondry - Mustard Sausage, Fomboise Croiffin, Apple Crumble

    Fondry

    4.4(299 reviews)
    5.2 miEagle Rock
    $$

    Fondry honestly amazed me! Every single pastry we tried was perfectly made. My favorite was…read moredefinitely the kouign amann which is kind of like a croissant, but sweeter, richer, and a little more dense. I also loved the mushroom bechamel danish. It was super flavorful and surprisingly filling. For drinks, I got the MVP (matcha vanilla pistachio) and it was delicious too. Overall, such a great bakery that I'd definitely recommend checking out! They have a small parking lot, and if it's full, there should be plenty of street parking nearby (at least when I went right around opening time).

    Been eyeing this spot for quite some time. Parking is easy they have a parking lot but very limited…read morespace, parking on York Blvd didn't seem to have any restrictions either. Not too sure how weekend parking is, I visited on a Wednesday around noon. Neighborhood residential street might be a good option for parking on Avenue 47 but street sweeping (No Parking) is from 8-10am Wednesday on one side and Thursday on the other side. Orange Blossom Almond Croissant -personally was disgusting, orange blossom was extremely strong. Too fragrant that it tasted like a floral bath bomb or soap. Some do like this but it wasn't for me. Tofu Cloud Croissant Toast -cream on top was pretty salted, to help balance the caramelized sugar that helps press the croissant into a toast. Overall, it wasn't wasn't bad but wasn't good and slightly too salted. Passionfruit Croiffin- texture of the croissant/muffin was great! Buttery, flaky and light. Passionfruit cream filling wasn't too sweet. I loved the tart passionfruit seeds. But you might want to scoop some out if you don't enjoy too much sourness. Elderflower Rhubarb Danish - way too crunchy, would prefer it to be crispy instead of a crunch. Filling was good, not too sweet. Black Sesame Parisian Flan -if you love black sesame, this would be right up your alley. Perfect sweet treat to bring to any auntie's home! Blueberry Tea Scone -not too dense. Surprisingly not too sweet even with the demerara sugar coating. It wasn't really crunchy but more sticky and caramelized from sitting.

    Photos
    Fondry - Inside

    Inside

    Fondry - Bakers bench

    Bakers bench

    Fondry - Cappuccino

    See all

    Cappuccino

    Artelice Patisserie - cheesecake with free macarons

    Artelice Patisserie

    4.8(1.2k reviews)
    13.2 miSawtelle
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Established in 2017

    Went here with my girlfriend on a Saturday morning just looking for something sweet and a little…read moredifferent from our usual spots. Pretty glad we stumbled across this place because everything we tried was really good. We got a couple of pastries and a croissant and honestly they were all pretty solid. The croissant especially was really buttery and flaky, hit the spot for sure. I will say that everything looked almost too good to eat but we managed. No complaints at all on the quality, you can tell they put a lot of care into what theyre making. The staff was pretty nice and helpful when we were trying to figure out what to order since we couldnt really decide. Not a huge deal but it was a busy morning and things moved along pretty smoothly. Overall pretty great little bakery. If youre looking for a spot to grab some quality pastries and maybe a coffee this is definitely worth checking out. Would definitely come back next time were in the area.

    Sadly they don't accept discover…read more Outdoor seating with 6 tables and plenty of chairs. Great place to people watch, eat cake and grab a cup of coffee. Champignon: Hazelnut crunch at the bottom with hazelnut creme. The mushroom cap had a small layer of sponge cake and hazelnut creme on top. Lychee rose: Very light on lychee flavor, there's a combination of lychee and a light rose scent. It's layered with sponge cake, 2 layers of jelly. Sweetness similar to Asian cake.

    Photos
    Artelice Patisserie - Guava & Vanilla New York Roll

    Guava & Vanilla New York Roll

    Artelice Patisserie - Cakes

    Cakes

    Artelice Patisserie - Cross-section of the Tiramisu  02-19-2024

    See all

    Cross-section of the Tiramisu 02-19-2024

    Yamazaki Bakery - Pretty light green Matcha Latte...and delicious curry bao.

    Yamazaki Bakery

    4.0(702 reviews)
    1.7 miLittle Tokyo, Downtown
    $

    If there is bread in heaven, it might taste like the fluffy, softly sweet bread in their steamed…read morebuns fresh out of the steamer! We tried the nikuman and curryman, and both were outstanding! The nikuman had a meat (chicken?) and veggie filling that was crunchy and slightly sweet and salty, while the curryman had a traditional Japanese curry filling that was tasty with the perfect amount of spices. They perfectly warmed both body and soul on a chilly LA morning. If I lived nearby, I'd eat these every day! We also tried the yuzu cream pan, which was also pretty epic. The topping was a little crunchy, complementing the soft bread and creamy and smooth tart filling. This is definitely my new favorite Japanese bakery in the US! I just wish I lived a little closer to it.

    I stopped by for a quick coffee and ended up spending way too much time deciding what to order…read morebecause the pastry selection looked so good. There were so many options, and everything in the display case looked fresh and tempting. The pastries I tried were really delicious -- soft, flavorful, and not overly sweet. It felt like the kind of bakery where people actually care about quality instead of just making things look pretty. The vibe inside was cozy and relaxed, which made it easy to slow down for a bit and enjoy everything. It's definitely the kind of place I'd come back to whenever I want good pastries and coffee without going somewhere overly trendy or complicated.

    Photos
    Yamazaki Bakery - Mocha roll $4.50 mini tart $2.50 yuzu cream pan $3.75

    Mocha roll $4.50 mini tart $2.50 yuzu cream pan $3.75

    Yamazaki Bakery - Matcha Mochi Mochi Ball

    Matcha Mochi Mochi Ball

    Yamazaki Bakery - Pizza man steamed bun

    See all

    Pizza man steamed bun

    Coin De Rue Bakery & Cafe - Crookies

    Coin De Rue Bakery & Cafe

    4.0(283 reviews)
    5.6 miHarvard Heights
    $
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    I used to stop by this bakery whenever I was in Ktown because I thought it was pretty solid. But…read moreafter today, I've definitely changed my mind. I got a sausage bbang, a chocopie, and a dalgona latte. The sausage bbang was soggy on the bottom and honestly tasted like it was from the day before. The chocopie barely had any filling, just a thin layer of marshmallow and jam. It honestly felt like they used most of the marshmallow for their Dubai choco cookie because it's probably more profitable, instead of properly filling the chocopie. If that's the case, it's better not to sell it at all than serve something like that. The dalgona latte was also disappointing. With ice, the drink only filled to the bottom third line of the cup marking. Clearly, they skimped on the milk. There was also a weird moment when I paid. My total was $15.25 and I paid cash, but I was given $4.75 in change. When I said it should be $5, she seemed confused and asked what I meant. I told her I literally gave you a quarter right now, and she questioned it before eventually giving me the correct change. I'll give her the benefit of the doubt and assume it was a mistake. I understand times are hard, but charging more for products that clearly had corners cut doesn't sit right with me. It just comes across like there's no integrity. Clearly the quality and portions are going downhill. I wasn't even planning on writing this review. I was going to stay quiet, but the chocopie really ticked me off. I'm not going to pay for food that skims on ingredients and shortchanges customers by charging more for less, so this will be my last visit.

    This bakery has so many tasty options to choose from! I wanted to try something I haven't seen…read morebefore and got the purple yam bun. The bun was pretty good! My friend got the strawberry brick toast and although the presentation was a little messy, the toast was solid. I think my issue is just that it feels more like a bakery than a cafe. It's not the best place to study because their seating is outside, meaning no outlets. You are also super close by the street and sidewalk so lots of external noise. Parking is a bit hard but that's ktown for you. For sure the treats are good but wouldnt describe this place as one of my go-to's in korea town to study nor to catch up with my friends.

    Photos
    Coin De Rue Bakery & Cafe - Mango chiffon cake

    Mango chiffon cake

    Coin De Rue Bakery & Cafe - Sandwich and summer drinks

    Sandwich and summer drinks

    Coin De Rue Bakery & Cafe - Chiffon cakes

    See all

    Chiffon cakes

    Magnolia Bakery

    Magnolia Bakery

    3.8(2.2k reviews)
    9.4 miBeverly Grove
    $$

    It's a white colored building inside and out and so pleasant. People are friendly and they'll help…read moreyou with the menu. I got the carrot cake banana pudding, which for me was ok. I'm not big on creamy and sugary things and I'm more of a chocolatey person. They had lots of different options for cookies, brownies, banana pudding, and drinks.

    I should have read the reviews first - then I might have ordered the banana pudding. Instead I got…read more3 vanilla cupcakes (1 for me, 2 for my teenagers). I bake a lot. So do my kids. And I know that vanilla cupcakes with buttercream frosting is pretty easy to make, but sometimes I'd rather just buy baked goods than make them for myself, especially when I'm driving past what I thought was a popular (and presumably good) bake shop. I expected a high-quality cupcake. The cupcakes looked cute, but they were as dry as the Sahara. They should have been labeled as white cupcakes as I didn't detect any vanilla in them. I suspect that the "buttercream" was made with milk and margarine and powdered sugar.....so much powdered sugar. It was sickeningly sweet, and it was dry too. And a true bettercream doesn't even use powdered sugar. So not only were the cupcakes terrible, they were not even what they purported to be. This is like calling a cut of meat a filet mignon and serving a hamburger. Von's, Ralphs and Albertson's make better cupcakes than this for a fraction of othe price.

    Photos
    Magnolia Bakery
    Magnolia Bakery - Chocolate pudding medium

    Chocolate pudding medium

    Magnolia Bakery - Banana Pudding

    See all

    Banana Pudding

    Bottega Louie - Chocolate soufflé

    Bottega Louie

    4.1(1.2k reviews)
    10.2 mi
    $$$

    4.5* Food 5* Ambiance…read more5* Service Classic Bottega Louie charm and decor shine throughout the space. The pastries and macarons, paired with the open kitchen concept, become even more inviting thanks to the soaring glass walls, doors, and windows that flood the restaurant with natural light. The restaurant is spotless and beautifully designed. From the welcoming hosts to the attentive staff, the entire team creates a warm atmospher with a subtle Miami inspired vibe. String lights, vibrnt greenery, marble floors, and elegant furnishings complement both the indoor and outdoor seating areas. As you enter, the aroma of fresh coffee and pastries greets you. Behind the display of baked goods sits a stunning centerpice bar with numerous seats available for guests without reservations. The menu offers a solid variety of salads, pizzas, pasta, small plates, and entrees, making it easy for everyone to find something appealing. There is also an extensive wine selection along with a smaller cocktail list. We ordered the ribeye steak, Caesar salad, and truffle arancini. Everything was enjoyable, but the arancini was undoubtedly the standout dish. Served with a rich tomato based sauce, it was perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining cheesy, comforting, and satisfyingly starchy on the inside. The truffle flavor came through beautifully and made the dish memorable. The ribeye was well prepared and accompanied by delicious fries. The Caesar salad can be ordered either chopped or deconstructed, which is a nice touch. Overall, this location has a calmer and more relaxing atmosphere compared to the DTLA location (less crowded, yet just as enjoyable).

    I came here with my brother in March to celebrate my birthday, even though we arrived near closing…read moretime. The staff could not staff couldn't have been more welcoming. That alone says a lot about a place. They were running low on several desserts we had our hearts set on, but we knew this before hand. They made things all fresh so if it sells out. It sells out. Instead the lovely people here offered us substitutes and made sure we still had a wonderful experience. We ended up with the crème brûlée (Tahitian vanilla custard with fresh berries and a mint leaf), the affogato (vanilla gelato, house brewed espresso, vanilla whipped cream, served with an espresso macaron), and chocolate gelato! Everything was divine! Love every bit of it! Bottega Louie WeHo is the kind of place that makes a special occasion feel even more special. We'll definitely be back -- hopefully a little earlier next time so we can get our first picks from the dessert case!

    Photos
    Bottega Louie - Gorgeous interior

    Gorgeous interior

    Bottega Louie - Mushroom Fries

    Mushroom Fries

    Bottega Louie - Portobello mushroom fries

    See all

    Portobello mushroom fries

    Bottega Louie - Bottega Louie Restaurant Interior

    Bottega Louie

    4.1(19.6k reviews)
    2.6 miDowntown
    $$

    I love Bottega Louie!! Last weekend I celebrated my birthday here for dinner. I made a reservation…read morewhich makes it so much easier to get seated on a busy night. Sure enough, we were seated right away. My daughter and I love the Portobello fries for a starter. They are so delicious and crispy, and the dipping sauce pairs perfect. For our meal we decided to share a Cesar salad and a pizza. For dessert we actually wanted the CHOCOLATE FRAMBOISE but they were all out. They actually were out of quite a bit of their pastries. The whole pastry counter was completely empty. I asked the server why it was empty and he mentioned they sold out due to graduation season. I decided on the crème brûlée and my daughter ordered chocolate gelato. We enjoyed our dessert. As for the ambiance, if you're looking for a romantic quiet restaurant for dinner. Bottega Louie is not for you. It is a loud up beat restaurant. I personally enjoy it. They have a person making the pizza towards the back and this night a table of guests were cheering him on as he threw the pizza dough up in the air multiple times. So fun to watch! The chefs are also cooking your food with a clear glass around them so you can watch as they prepare the food. Definitely recommend!!

    This was my first time going to Bottega Louie and I was impressed! I honestly was craving the whole…read moremenu. My friend and I finally decided on the pepperoni pizza, the Brussel sprouts, and the Belgian waffle. The pizza was so delicious; it was evidently fresh, made with fresh mozzarella and tomato. The crust was perfectly cooked and crunchy! We were very impressed with the Brussel sprouts. They came mixed with candied walnuts, which was definitely my favorite part about this whole meal. We ate the Belgian waffle last. I thought it would have been too dense or soggy by the end of our meal. It ended up being completely perfect. The only thing I wish was that we had more of that wonderful vanilla whipped cream and fresh seasonal berries. I brought my bff here as a graduation gift. We left with full stomachs and very happy. I loved the decor and elegance of the restaurant. We will return to try the pastries next!!

    Photos
    Bottega Louie - Bottega Louie Pepperoni Pizza

    Bottega Louie Pepperoni Pizza

    Bottega Louie - Bottega Louie Macarons

    Bottega Louie Macarons

    Bottega Louie - Bottega Louie Branzino

    See all

    Bottega Louie Branzino

    La Morena Bakery - bakeries - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...