Great vibes and friendly people. As far as actual cookies go, I got the Walnut Chocolate Chip and Rocky Road. I know Levain pioneered undercooked cookies. Personally, I don't like that style, I was hoping the original would change that for me! Long story short, I didn't like the Walnut Chocolate Chip. I personally just don't like that style still, so I'll chalk it up as a "me" problem. The cooked part was good. The Rocky Road was cooked through. It was an amazing baked good with good flavor and add-ins. Between the roasted almond slices and fudgey chocolate chips, I was enjoying it immensely. A highlight of my day for sure. If you love underbaked cookies, Levain is your cookie shop! I don't and they had something for me too! read more

Levain Bakery - Rocky Road (Seasonal) - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

As a cookie connoisseur, I had tried some Levain sweets in New York ages ago. Stopped by Larchmont to try the LA version of their cookies. Based on my memories, this LA location keeps it consistent with a similar taste and texture as the NY location. 3.5/5 Chocolate Chip Walnut: This cookie was tall and slightly undercooked in the middle. The middle was a bit on the squishy side, and crunchy on the outside. Due to the undercooked quality, it's not a cookie I'd get regularly, though I am a big chocolate chip cookie fan. 5/5 Rocky Road: This was delicious. I'm not usually a marshmallow fan, but the addition of this ingredient formed a nice chewy consistency that I expect from a cookie. Chocolatey tidbits were well melted into the cookie texture and produced some fudgey notes. The cookie sizes are large and potentially shareable, and feel like an every once in awhile treat. read more

I stopped by Levain Bakery on a Saturday morning, and while finding street parking can be a bit of a challenge. Here's a helpful tip: The bank next door allows 10 minutes of parking if you use their ATM and keep your receipt. There is security in the lot, so be sure to have your receipt as proof of the time. It's more than enough time to run next door and grab your treats. I ordered a slice of the lemon loaf, a gluten-free cookie, and the classic chocolate chip cookie. The lemon loaf slice is huge, I'd say it's the equivalent of two slices, so it's definitely big enough to share. As for the cookies, Levain is known for making them thick and rich. A small piece goes a long way, making them perfect for savoring over a couple of days (if you have that much self-control!). The moment you walk inside, you're greeted by the incredible aroma of freshly baked pastries, and the service was warm and welcoming. I truly think everyone should experience a Levain cookie or pastry at least once. It's worth the visit! read more

Levain Bakery - Inside - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Levain Bakery has the best cookies in LA! My go to is the walnut chocolate shop cookie. They now have the option for vanilla ice cream with a cookie, and it was the perfect dessert. Gooey, buttery cookie with great texture. The staff is friendly and smells inside the shop are amazing. I know they started in NY but until I find a better cookie, Levain is the best for cookies in LA! read more

Levain Bakery - Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie with ice cream - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Yesterday afternoon, I ordered a chocolate chip walnut cookie. There were two cashiers inside. I noticed that there were photographs on one wall. There were a couple blue benches outside. I was directed to pay with card or pay with my phone. I wasn't sure if they took cash. My cookie was ready in less than a minute. The cashier said thank you to let me know it was on the top of the display case since I didn't notice. The cookie itself was crunchy and chocolatey. It's pretty big and I love how many chocolate chips and walnuts were inside. There were a bunch of cookies in a display case with the names of each kind. It was $6 for the cookie. read more

Levain Bakery - Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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f you're in LA, Levain Bakery is a MUST stop!!! Their cookies are HUGE, thick, and perfectly baked with that crisp outside and soft inside. But let me tell you... the oatmeal cookie is on another level. It's rich, buttery, and packed with so much aroma. The chocolate chip cookie was rich and crispy. Pro tip: microwave it for at least 30 seconds. It completely transforms the cookie--warm, melty, and almost like it just came fresh out of the oven. The oats were warm and satisfying. Definitely one of the best cookies I've had in LA. Worth the hype! read more

Levain Bakery - Oatmeal Raisin Cookie and Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love the cookies here however, the Mother's Day special cookie tin for $17? No cookies just the tin. Congratulations. You bought an empty metal container. Lucky that I asked, the customer next to me also asked. We agreed that they should change the sign and make it more clear..no cookies just the empty tin. The girl that were helping me, look tired when she answered, just a tin no cookies. Poor her. Must have been giving the same answered for the 47th times today. . read more

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If you're looking for a good chocolate chip cookie look no further. This place is amazing! Right when you open the door the fresh smell of the cookies is INTENSE and very fragrant. The cookies are large and thick and filled with a LOT of chocolate chips. The service was top notch, quick and easy. We ended up getting the two chip chocolate chip (love the name) and the dark chocolate chocolate chip but they have a ton of other flavors. Will definitely be coming back to taste the others that they have! Side notes: the packaging is so cute and aesthetic and did someone say free postcard? read more

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I'm a baker and cookies are also my specialty so with that said, I am very judgemental of cookies. You won't catch me at a Crumbl (my apologies if you're a fan). I was curious about Levain. Often times when something like this gets the hype, it's usually just that, hype. I'm a sucker for cookbooks, so I grabbed one of theirs. It's more of their story and a couple of recipes sprinkled through out. What I was most curious about was the thickness of their cookies. It's a skill to be able to keep the outside of the cookie at just the right about of crunch in order to cook the middle. Most people overcook the outside to make sure the inside is cooked or vice versa where the outside is perfect and the inside is undercooked. Levain got it right. It wasn't dry. It wasn't undercooked. Just right. I'm not sure if their flavors rotate but that day I bought choc chip walnut, double choc chip, lemon, caramel coconut. My favorites were choc chip walnut & caramel cookie. Which is a shocker because I'm not really a fan of chocolate chips and I never reach for caramel as my first option. The flavors were balanced. Not one flavoring overpowering the other. We ate the cookies before I could get a picture of each one. The inside is small. But the line moved quick. The employees were nice and helpful. read more

Levain Bakery - Cookie options and their book. - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Some of the best cookies I've ever had. Texture is on point, flavors are so tasty. I constantly door dash from here, ha

This store is big & clean. They had a small line, but it moved quickly. I ordered 3 cookies- dark chocolate chocolate chip, caramel coconut chocolate chip, & white chocolate macadamia. Their cookies come thick & dense. I love to eat them warm or with ice cream. Sometimes eating a whole one is too sweet for me so I'll eat half at a time. Parking- street metered parking read more

Levain Bakery - Dark Chocolate Chip Cookie, white chocolate macadamia cookie, Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Forgot to take a picture, but for the seasonal cookie: Carrot Cake Cookie and I actually think it's my top 3 favorite cookies from Levain so I hope it becomes a regular on the menu!! Also got the two chip chocolate chip cookie and event as a chocolate lover, I think it was a BIIIIIT too chocolatey Service was quick and the cookie was also a bit warm, so no complaints there! Lastly, the scent of cookie just slaps you in the face when you walk in and it is just the best :) read more

Sometimes all you need is a really gooey, thick, warm cookie to brighten up your day. Levain bakery is absolutely the place for that. I ordered the classic chocolate walnut and tried the coffee toffee, and both were incredible. It's exactly what you hope for when you come here. Service was quick and friendly, and the shop itself has a cozy, welcoming vibe. Parking can be a little tough in the Larchmont area, but they have a parking lot right next to the building. Left very happy and already thinking about my next cookie run. read more

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WHEN: Sun @6:15pm This was next door to our dinner spot, and I figure since we didn't have any of their cookies during our NYC trip, it wouldn't hurt to have just one since we are here. TWO-CHIP CHOCOLATE CHIP - $5.75 Oh boy, it was warm! It had a nice toasty outer and gooey wariness towards the center. This cookie is thick and plenty of chocolate chips. I'm so glad I got this! The shop was lovely with limited seating outside, and while service was a bit slow, the quality in the cookie makes it all worth it. read more

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If you're going to pay $6 for a cookie. It is well worth it here!!! They always come up They do have parking in the lot next door and street parking took me read more

Levain Bakery - New flavor - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ordered a scoop each of their ube and vanilla ice cream. Also ordered a dark chocolate chocolate chip cookie which was a delicious soft splurge. Their cookies are thicker towards the center and very soft with easy to break apart cookie and chocolate parts. Definitely a nice treat to have, a good balanced sweetness with the dark chocolate intensity and the soft cookie. The ube ice cream was a nice new option that was pleasant, not overly sweet or synthetic. The vanilla ice cream was the clearest indicator of how creamy their ice cream was, rich and devoid of any bad notes. The small bits of what may be vanilla bean are pleasant and quite nice to have mixed thoroughly in this ice cream. Staff were very kind, not too busy right at opening hours but I can imagine the bustle of crowds later. read more

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Cookie was served heated, it's hard to resist taking a bite. One bite ended up me devouring the cookie in its entirety. Ordered the chocolate chip with walnuts, cookie was addictively dangerous. Service was quick and friendly. Ambiance shows the cookies being baked in front of your eyes, the aroma of baked treats permeate the interior. read more

Levain Bakery - Chocolate + Walnut cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The chocolate chip cookie was to die for. Definitely coming back for that one. The chocolate chip brioche was good too but the ends of it were mostly bread. The center was incredible though. The interior is super cute and they even have postcards. read more

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I have heard about these famous NYC cookies for years and finally got to try them out myself in Larchmont Village. I have heard about their long long lines and that people wait in nasty weather, but luckily for me I got to come by at time and just walk up and order. When at Levain Bakery, you gotta get their classic chocolate chip walnut cookie. It's thick and dense and filled with so much chocolate and walnuts. I can only imagine that it would be even better hot and fresh out the oven. I also got a cup of their peppermint hot chocolate. The perfect drink for walking around Larchmont Village. Nothing gets you in the holiday spirit like a chocolate chip walnut cookie, hot chocolate, and shopping! read more

Levain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was introduced to Levain Bakery by a friend who genuinely loves baked goods, especially cookies and cupcakes. I'll be honest, I wasn't particularly enthusiastic at first. Cookies are cookies, or so I thought. But my first real introduction to Levain actually came before the Larchmont visit, when a friend sent a box of their cookies from New York. That changed everything. Levain's original location is in New York City, where the bakery first opened on the Upper West Side. The cookie I tried back then was incredibly rich, moist, and satisfying. The kind of cookie you remember and want again. The portions are generous, almost excessive in the best way. One cookie is easily something you can enjoy over two days. Today, we stopped by the Levain Bakery location in Larchmont Village, Los Angeles. My friend ordered another cookie, and I went with one of my favorites, the peanut butter chocolate chip. I also had an Americano to balance out the sweetness. The cookie was exactly what I remembered. Thick, rich, soft in the center, and clearly made with quality ingredients. It's indulgent, filling, and meant to be enjoyed slowly. But if you love cookies, this is one of those places that actually lives up to the hype. I'd give Levain Bakery a solid 10 out of 10. It's a quality product, consistently good, and something I would absolutely recommend. If you enjoy baked goods, this is one cookie I'm confident you'll love. read more

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Parking! Parking is so important..... and there is parking right next to the building ... we never have problems finding parking when we go to Levain on Larchmont . As usual and usually busy however fast and quick service , just walking into this clean establishment with amazing baked goods smell makes you want to buy every single cookie! There a story behind the cookie creation . I've actually visited the original store in New York and if you don't know the story , you truly cannot appreciate the entrepreneurship and how it's grown to be such an established business. I'm a huge fan of the oatmeal raisin cookie and the two chocolate chip cookie. They are like packed cookies great for hikes and activity snacks....that will hold you throughout the day . I also enjoy their latte and ice coffee . I love the vibe , the service and the friendly staff that no matter the time of day , they have jamming attitudes and a smile of their face. Goes to show they love working at Levain Bakery. read more

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4 stars This has become one of those "we're already here, might as well stop" spots--and honestly, it delivers more often than not. The menu is tight and focused, but they do what they do well. Cookies are thick, clearly baked fresh, with that gooey center and crisp edge when they hit right. The space is well thought out. Branding is clean and cohesive, nothing feels random. The outdoor setup is a plus--plenty of chairs to sit, decompress, and people-watch for a bit instead of awkwardly hovering on the sidewalk. Also appreciated: they hand out napkins and utensils without you needing to ask, which you absolutely need with cookies like these. Where it falls short is consistency on warming. If you ask for it heated, expect a bit of a wait--and even then it can come out uneven, warm on the outside but still cold in the middle. Service can feel a little unfocused at times, which probably contributes to that. Still, it's a solid stop for a quality cookie, especially if you're already in the area. Just go in knowing it's better when you catch them on a good moment. read more

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Maybe I'm just not hip. I'm old now. But sorry kids, I do not get the appeal. The cookies are like scones with an identity crisis and the flavors were so bad that after one bite of each of the three we ordered, no one wanted to eat the leftovers - and there were a lot of leftovers. The staff were friendly and we went right before closing so they didn't have to be. But for the price? Meh isn't a hard enough word. read more

Levain Bakery - I'm sorry everyone. I'm not a fan. - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A comforting little reminder of New York in one of LA's coziest streets for dates and hang outs, Levain Bakery fits right in. I love that it opens early and closes late because you never know when that sweet tooth craving hits. It's also a perfect spot to swoop by to pick up quick little gifts for the office or house who hosts a party. Can't show up empty handed! I typically like a thin cookie with lots of butter but Levain does a thickie really well! The cookies are dense and thick, generous with chocolate chips and whatever ingredient they are featuring in the cookie. I can never take a picture of the one I buy because I quickly eat them as I exit the bakery! It's best when they are fresh out of the oven, when it is warm and gooey. Customer services has always been top notch here. Parking is plentiful as there are private lots, metered parking and residential parking (if you don't mind walking.) read more

Levain Bakery - I can never take a picture of the ones I buy because I quickly eat them - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Need a gift idea? Whatever the occasion may be, Levain delivers. Literally. I happen to have the best cousins ever, and one was so sweet as to send me a box of Levain as a pick-me-up. And not to brag, but it most definitely was the most delightful surprise. From the classic NYC design on the box, to the cute cookie lover card and note, to the plastic wrapping on the cookies itself, I was in love with the presentation. The assortment of cookies chosen, which I assume is not customized because it came with a card indicating which ones were included, were a great array of options! Not only am I glad to be on the receiving end, but I can't wait to gift a box of these out myself! read more

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Before coming here, I had eaten Levain cookies several times before. The first few times, the cookies were not fresh. They were cookies that were brought back from New York. Now that I've had fresh cookies from this Levain location, I can state the obvious. They are better fresh, but these cookies also have decent longevity. The fresh ones weren't substantially better than the ones I tried before. I think these are good quality cookies but they definitely aren't for everyone. They are very rich and heavy. I was fascinated by these because their thickness is so visually appealing but I prefer to eat cookies that are a little thinner. SERVICE Staff is friendly and helpful here. PARKING Street (free and metered). Can be difficult. read more

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Cookies!! This is one of my favorite cookie spot! Walking in it feels so cozy and smells amazing. Service is always good every time I go and they are always welcoming. I always get a few cookies going. My fave is the chocolate peanut butter and chocolate chip one read more

Levain Bakery - Cookies and baked goods - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've been a fan of levain since I first tried it in NYC in 2012 but I fear it has really fallen off since expanding to LA. I ordered the new carrot cake cookie, lemon cookie, coconut caramel cookie and double chocolate. The carrot cake cookie and coconut caramel cookie were more scones than cookies - they were so dry and crumbly. The lemon cookie was slightly more moist but tasted like bland dough. The double chocolate wasn't as bad but not great. Levain cookies should be crunchy on the outside but gooey on the inside. After a couple of bad experiences in LA, I'll probably save my levain visits for when I'm in NYC. read more

Amazing cookies, really appreciate the vegan options! Although it's only one option, it is absolutely delicious. Customer service is friendly and the shop is clean and smells like heaven. Clean restrooms too. read more

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I tried the two chip chocolate chip cookie at Levain Bakery on Larchmont. While I expected a crispier cookie, it was more of a hybrid part cake, part crunchy cookie. Not exactly my preference, but still delicious. The service was great, everything was clean, and I'd come back when I'm in the mood for something sweet! read more

Levain Bakery - Chocolate Lovers - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I've been here a few times now, even back when their cookies were only available in New York. They're known for their thick, gooey cookies that are crispy on the outside and soft in the middle. At around $7 each, they're definitely pricey, but the cookies are big and worth it. I usually go for the classic chocolate chip, but this time I also tried the double chocolate, which was super rich and really good. The cookies stayed fresh for a couple of days too, which was nice. They also make great gifts if you're trying to impress someone! read more

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I happened to be near by and was so excited to see a location here! I usually don't go for this style (I like the flat cookies) but I knew I needed to try these and was so glad I did. Surprisingly, my favorite was the oatmeal raisin! Perfect texture. Soft but not raw on the inside. Crispy but not crumbly on the outside. Everything held together perfectly. Many try to recreate this style but Levain definitely nails it. Definitely worth a stop if you are in the area! read more

Levain Bakery - Dark Chocolate Chip Cookie Two Chip Chocolate Chip Cookie Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookie Oatmeal Raisin Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came in to get a chocolate chip walnut cookie after brunch. Perfect sweet treat and large enough to share! It's pricey, but worth it. Wish there was a bit more seating, though. read more

Decided to finally try this spot - as I drove by finally one day. I ordered online and found parking and went inside to pick it up. It was a bit crowded. I went to the corner where the pick ups were. I stood there for a while - and it was finally ready. I got the chocolate chip cookie and double chocolate chip. I went back in the car to try it. The chocolate chip wasn't bad and the double chocolate was a big dry??? I honestly don't know what the hype is for this place. The staff was friendly and location was pretty clean. read more

Wanted to try Levain Bakery out so I came to the one on Larchmont. There was no wait. I got a assortment box: - Oatmeal - Dark Chocolate Chip (tasted like a brownie) - Caramel Coconut (loved those toasted coconut pieces throughout) - Two Chip Chocolate (tooooo much chocolate wouldn't get it again) - Fall Chocolate - Chocolate Chip Walnut (My FAV out the box) The shop was clean. Service was speedy. Prices are reasonable. Parking was an eye roll. BUT the cookies are worth it!! Important to note: cookies remained fresh days after service which I loved and I didn't even have to warm them up. This review is reflective of my visit on 10/24/2025 - 9:25 AM read more

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It's been a while since I last visited Levain Bakery. I ended up buying 16 cookies, which came out to a little over $100--but honestly, the quality and taste make it worth it. The interior is beautiful and I really loved the ambiance. Unfortunately, the staff member who helped me today wasn't very friendly, which was a bit disappointing. Aside from that, everything else was great. read more

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What We Ordered: -Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie $5.75 -Oatmeal Raisin $5.75 This is my second time at Levain Bakery, but it's my first time at this location, which is the first LA one. My wife came with me this time, and I wanted her to try the Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie. I asked them to heat up both of our cookies, which is a must for the best experience. The staff member actually said she was about to offer, but I beat her to it! They might not always offer, especially when busy, but it really makes a difference. I also recommend bringing a bottle of milk, as the cookies are very sweet, and a cold glass of milk is perfect. I've had the Chocolate Walnut Cookie twice now, and while it's good, it's not my favorite. I think the Oatmeal Raisin is better. My wife agreed, she liked the Oatmeal Raisin the best. I would definitely come back and try some more cookies! read more

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Been here a few times now for treats, and I think my favorite would be the double chocolate chip cookie! I also think the two chip chocolate chip cookie is really good. This most recent time I tried the chocolate chip brioche, and I thought that was just okay. The bread was a little too thick and i would've preferred if it didn't feel so heavy. Overall worth a visit, even though parking in this area can be tough! The staff are really friendly, and there are some benches outside if you want to sit and eat. read more

Levain Bakery - Chocolate Chip Brioche - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Service was pleasant but the $6.75+tx Rocky Road cookie was absolutely flavorless! No salt and very faint chocolate flavor. Crunchy, sticky, and flavorless... ah well, at least now I know... 9pu cc read more

These are the best cookies ever! I love the Chocolate Chip Walnut and Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip. If you love more Chocolate Chips than Cookie Dough, the Two Chip Chocolate Chip cookie will amaze you. These cookies are great because they use high quality chocolate in their chocolate chips and the cookies are moist and rich. My favorite seasonal flavors are Coffee Toffee Chip and Carrot Cake. I wish these were available all year long. The seasonal Lemon Cookie is also a stand-out flavor. The bakery has a calming ambiance and the staff is always cheerful and efficient. If you don't live near a bakery you can order them on-line. You will be a hero if you send these as gifts to your family and friends. read more