By far the best bakery in the south bay; one of the best in all of LA county! The most delicious eclairs I have ever had anywhere - just absolutely perfect. I also adore their rugelach! Chocolate and raspberry. Every single cake is so good - my favorite is the Nutella; also love the choco-strawberry, dark choco mousse, and coconut. Eons better than Sweet Lady Jane, susiecakes, Beckers, Torrance, etc. This place is small so I would go early or order ahead if you have specific needs or numbers of items. The owner, Carlos, is super nice and accommodating. Sometimes I cry on Monday when they're not open. read more

For those of you who are missing the "old" Sweet Lady Jane, we have found a splendid workaround. Like so many other cake lovers, we were deeply saddened when SLJ closed their doors. And then we were elated when it was revealed that they would be reopening under new ownership. But sadly, it just hasn't been the same. This was much more of a catastrophe to my wife who has been deeply in love with the Mixed Berry Cake at SLJ for many years. Enter Lido Bakery. Recently, we were driving down Rosecrans towards El Segundo looking for a bakery where we could get a nice slice of cake, when I remembered Lido Bakery. But as luck would have it, our timing was off. It was after 5:00 (or almost) and we knew we couldn't make it on time. This is how we ended up at Erewhon (please see my previous review). This was especially disappointing to my wife as, once reminded about Lido, she remembered that the baker there had originally come from SLJ. So today, we were much more on top of things. And even though we were not in time to get one of the famous cinnamon rolls, we did arrive in time to secure a slice of the desired Mixed Berry Cake. In fact, the baker even insisted on cutting the slice from an undecorated one that he had just finished icing. And it was extraordinary! The berries were so fresh and the flavor and texture of the cake was flawless. Just like my wife's favorite (sans the decorations). There are no tables and chairs at Lido Bakery. Not fancy really, clean but not fancy. This is a place where you come to buy something and carry it out. The USPS Mail Carrier came in while we were there. Picked up a few cookies and was gone in a flash. He was so happy! The selection of cakes in the front case was very impressive but I selected an eclair that looked like a work of (edible) art. It was an excellent choice. Now I have to figure out when I can get back to get a cinnamon roll. It might be a little out of the way but if you are looking for an exceptional bakery, look no further than Lido. You won't be disappointed. read more

Lido Bakery - A beautiful selection of fine cakes. - Bakeries Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

I just moved to this area so I am looking for a cake house that I can enjoy on special occasion or simply want to indulge. Being a super picky eater when I walked in I know this is the right place. Everything is made in house with great ingredients. The staff were so friendly explained to me everything and I decided to buy two different cakes to enjoy. The berry cake is one of their signature cake and it did not disappoint. Generous portion with fresh fruits and creams, not overly sweet and cake is still very moist. Highly recommended. I also tried their flan which is great with a bit of coconut crust underneath ? There are other cakes that I want to buy but I can only do so much in a trip. Will definitely return. read more

I came by today to purchase a cake for a co-worker's birthday with high hopes from all the great reviews and ended up leaving with a $70 cake that fell apart with every slice. It has potential because the flavor was good but, the layer of cream was thick and solid, the cake was dry so it kept falling apart as I was trying to cut pieces for everyone. Not worth the $70 unfortunately. I'm disappointed to say the least, I really wanted to like this place. read more

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Always fresh pastry every day... each week something different and delicious. Great selection and service, of course. Nice family run business. read more

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The most amazing and mouth watering place ever. Have ordered their Berries and Cream cake on two occasions and the second time they recognized me and I was with my sister who was praising them so they threw in a couple complimentary lemon bars; sooo good. I'm not sure about the husband/father, but I believe it's the mom who does all the baking and her son does the amazing decorating. Such a great small family business to support. read more

I needed a distinctive birthday cake. I checked Lido. The counterperson gave me good recommendations. I decided on a beautiful Almond Rocco chocolate cake. It looked great and tasted even better. Highly recommended. read more

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We ordered a white cake with raspberry and white chocolate mousse filling from Lido Bakery, and it was an absolute hit! Everyone loved it -- perfectly moist, flavorful, and not overly sweet. The cake turned out larger than expected (a wonderful surprise!) and was beautifully decorated, even though I didn't get a chance to take a photo of it whole before it disappeared. You can really taste the quality and care they put into their work. I'll definitely be ordering from Lido again for future celebrations! read more

Lido Bakery - This heart shaped vintage style cake was a huge hit! - Bakeries Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

this past february, i wanted to do something special to celebrate my boyfriend's late mother, alma rosa, on her birthday, 2/28. she passed away 11 years ago, and they were incredibly close. her sudden death was really hard, and i wanted to honor her memory in a meaningful way. when she was alive, they used to celebrate her birthday as a family with sweet lady jane's famous triple berry cake. my plan was to get that same cake for him, but i was heartbroken to learn the bakery had announced it was going out of business. determined to find a way, i started researching and stumbled upon an article that mentioned lido bakery in manhattan beach. to my surprise, i learned they're actually the original creators of the triple berry cake! it's a small, family-owned bakery, and i knew i had to get it from there. the morning of her birthday, i left work (with my best friend as my partner in crime) and made the trip from santa monica to manhattan beach. before heading out, i called the bakery and found out they had just one cake left. i begged them to hold it and raced over. when we arrived, the staff was so kind and accommodating. we shared the story of why this cake was so important, and we were touched to learn the owner herself is the creator of this iconic recipe. the cake was simple yet perfect. the gentleman helping us even offered to write alma rosa's name on it. with a little nudge from my friend, i agreed--and it turned out beautifully. we also picked up fresh red roses & baby's breath on the way home, as red roses always remind my boyfriend of his mother. it felt like everything fell into place--it was truly meant to be. that day was filled with so many special signs that alma rosa was with us, helping to brighten my boyfriend's day. the cake was not only delicious, but it carried so much love and meaning. it's now a tradition--my boyfriend insists we get the cake from lido bakery every year on her birthday. see you in february! thank you, lido bakery, for being part of such a heartfelt moment. your care, kindness, and incredible triple berry cake will always hold a special place in our hearts. read more

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I always order my son's birthday cake here. Not only is the berries and cream cake fabulous (like the OLD Sweet Lady Jane's as said in some reviews), but Ernesto does an amazing job decorating the cake. It's tv baking show gorgeous when he's done! I super highly recommend Lido Bakery. read more

delicious berries and cream cake. the sponge was so soft and flavorful, cream was light and not too sweet. the fruit were all so fresh and placed nicely within the cake. easy to preorder the cake online a few days before my party! really one of the best places for a birthday cake out there :) read more

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Lido Bakery is the go to for all things lovely in cakes and pastries!!!If you want intricately designed slices of flavorful cake- Lido is it. I ordered two slices of cake a few days ago, and this quaint bakery never fails!! I have been here multiple times and this is customer service at its finest- bakery or cakery perfection!!!All bakery items are fresh and tasty, and the owner is so welcoming and takes pride in pastrycreativity, show stopping desserts and pastries!!! The order- berries and cream cake and dulce de leche cake!!! All I can say is try it for yourself, both slices of cake are truly phenomenal!! Both cakes were light, moist, with additions of fruit or a gracious layer of dulce de leche!!! The cost of cake slices are slightly expensive, but hey, you get what you pay for. You can easily get three slices out of each cake slice. Cheers to Lido for your delicious dedication to all things cake and baked goods!!! read more

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I was very disappointed with the pumpkin pie I received. The pie had no crust underneath, and the pumpkin purée tasted and smelled spoiled, almost as if it was made from an old mix. This was nothing like the sample I tried in the store a week earlier, which is why I placed the order. Something was noticeably off. When I came to pick up my order, I was given a pie that was not only cracked, but also missing a large portion of crust on one corner. I believe it was perfectly reasonable for me to ask if I could have another one--especially since I placed my order a week in advance. I even called earlier that day to confirm pickup, and I was told to come at 4 PM because the fresh pies would be coming out of the oven at that time. Despite that, it was clear that my pie wasn't saved. There were two pies on the counter: one that looked decent and one that was broken. Instead of giving me the one that was intact--which would have been the fair thing to do--I was handed the damaged one. When I asked if I could have the normal-looking one instead, the way the situation was handled felt dismissive and unnecessarily offensive. I understand the holidays can be overwhelming, but if the volume is too high, it might be better not to accept more orders than can be prepared with proper care. This was my first experience with your business, and unfortunately, it left me extremely disappointed. What concerns me most is that I purchased an additional pie as a gift for a very dear client. I spoke highly of your products, and now I'm honestly embarrassed. read more

I work for Southwest Airlines and a passenger bag unfortunately didn't make it.. once we let her know her bag made it she was so grateful; SO GRATEFUL SHE BOUGHT US A BOX OF THESE DELICIOUS THREATS. Listen Everyone in the office was smiling from ear to ear. I had the chocolate chip cookie, it was so moist! Not to sweet and had a good amount of chocolate chips: We all literally closed the office doors, we each grabbed a goody and listened to "So This Is Love" while we all smiled and enjoyed our sweet treats. Very short lived moment but very enjoyable. Not sure what everything was, but one pasty had cheese in it (I think, and it too was delicious). They all were super moist, not a pastry left. 10/10 read more

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Ordered three pies for Thanksgiving from Lido Bakery and they were absolutely delicious! All three got rave reviews. Apple, mixed berry and pecan. The apple and mixed berry pies were beautiful - filled with fruit creating a lovely dome - and the pecan was perfect! read more

WOW! Ernesto does it right again. Ordered a Nutella cake for hubby's 60th celebration. It was the wow factor at the party. Not only was it delicious, but carefully crafted. Thank you Ernesto and Lido. read more

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The staff here is so nice and the most delicious cakes !! Done 4 orders and they always exceeded expectations :) read more

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This bakery is so magical and all us locals know it! I pop in from time to time to get the Dulce De Leche sandwich cookies and I always leave with much more than those. It's self care at this point! read more

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Stuff your face!!! Best bakery in Manhattan Beach. The cream puffs!!!! Enough said! Ever since we moved to Simi Valley, this place is one of the reasons we go back time and time again! Everything was delightfully delicious. read more

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I used to love these cakes. But,something has changed over the years. there seems to be less cake and way too much frosting. they are now way too sweet. the people who own own the bakery are really nice. I hope they correct this. read more

Thank you Ernesto for the delicious flan. You guys always come through with our sweet tooth cravings

We were having a quinceanera for my daughter and my niece. They each had their individual ideas of what they wanted for their cakes. Lido was able to put that vision into reality and perfectly tie in the theme across the four cakes we ordered. The cakes were visually gorgeous and absolutely delicious. This is our first time using the bakery, which was recommended by the venue where the party was held. (Side note we also tried their tiramisu and brownies when we visited the bakery to place our cake order - also all delicious!) read more

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Love this bakery, we have been going for over decade. They never disappoint and we will continue to come here for our cakes!

We usually order all cakes from Susie's, but wanted to change it up. Lido Bakery didn't disappoint. The triple berry cake was a hit and so delicious! We've found our new go to spot! read more

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Ernesto and his team are far and away the best bakers in Los Angeles (or anywhere else, for that matter). Look no further. Ernesto has literally been making cakes for me and my family every year since I was 5 years old, and he now makes cakes for my two daughters each year. Custom, simple, complex. They do it all. The flavor, design, and quality of the cake is best around. I wasn't compensated for this review. I just love the cake. read more

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Maybe ppl know when your having a bad day, and I forsure was having a bad week. Just problem after problem so I decided to treat myself to some sweets to sweeten my day. And the guy who helped me out was so kind and helpful! Offered me a sample of anything to try as he noticed it was my first time there. Everything looked delicious ! The cakes also nice and big and pretty. I decided to get a couple cookies and chocolate pastries and he even gave me some items theyre popular for on the house to try . That made my week all the much better because I love pastries. I tried out the the dulce de leche cookies which were amazing :) my favorite and im glad they did it right. The horn shaped pastry was delicious! Had some sort of fruit jam in the middle that was not very sweet or too tart but nice with the pastry . The chocolate one was also really good, had some nuts inside as well . the other pastry, I forgot the name. The puff shaped one was definitely a must try for others ! Nice puff pastry with a center filling and slight lemon taste. read more

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Ernesto is an absolute artist. Each single cake that I ordered him was an artwork. Plus he make the yummiest cakes in South Bay. Very fresh and not too sweet and very good quality. I'm a very picky person and he is my always to go baker for almost 6 years . read more

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Lido has always been my cake bakery of choice and after a family member asked me to get a cake that was delicious but not too sweet I knew I needed to get the berries cake from Lido! It is now my family's favorite! The staff are talented bakers but also the nicest people. Cannot recommend this bakery enough!!!! read more

Absolutely obsessed! He did the unicorn cake for my daughter's birthday. It was gorgeous, but more importantly, it was DELICIOUS! I'm so used to pretty cakes tasting like trash, I took one bite because I was on a diet and I just had to have my own slice. It was incredible. We went with yellow cake with strawberry whipped cream inside. It was so moist and soooo yummy! read more

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The dark chocolate mousse cake (yellow cake and chocolate mousse layers) cake cost way too much @$55 .Texture of the cake was grainy and chocolate mousse was bitter and stale. It tasted old. In addition, the chocolate mousse didn't settle well causing the cake to collapse. Bought this Friday March 24 for his bday dinner for 6 guests, and yet none of us didn't finish our piece, not anyone wants second. Until now, it is Sunday,. no one wanted to eat the cake. I also bought a piece of the berry cake. Texture of the cake is grainy as well. For me, I like my cakes smooth and moist. The two cakes I bought at Lido are no where near that texture. So no I won't come back. I shall continue buying my cakes at Torrance Bakery. I just wished they were closer, that's why i was trying Lido Bakery, because it's closer to home. Well, back to Torrance Bakery. read more

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Berries and Cream cake came home with decoration fail even though it traveled home on a flat surface with care. A messed-up cake is not a big deal but it definitely made me and others go "Ugh!". Sure it wouldn't affect the taste but how likely is one to gather the crowd for a photo op with an imperfect cake? We are disappointed with the carelessness of the staff who boxed the cake. It's common sense, the box size should accommodate the cake size not just in width, girth but heights too. C'mon! You just don't put a bigger thing in a smaller box, a three year old knows that! In this case, the box is about an inch shorter than the cake, of course the lid would touch part of the cake even if you tape it at an angel. The cake itself leaves some to be desired. It has this slight stay-in-the-fridge-too-long taste. The most annoying thing is that the cake could not be cut into slices, it fell apart when cutting so everyone ended up with cake crumbles. I like that it's not that sweet and the layers of different berries although the strawberries were not that fresh. On their website, it shows they have many in stock, so again I'm not sure how long ago this cake was made. I received several cakes on my birthday from different bakeries, this one is the least favorite for me. read more

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I ordered cupcakes for my daughter's wedding shower in January. I picked the color scheme and an idea of what I wanted. Ernesto did a beautiful job and they tasted delicious. They looked beautiful on the table and so many people asked about them. Ernesto was easy and helpful to work with. Thank you! I will be back. read more

I'm extremely disappointed with the $50 dollars Nutella cake I purchased on Saturday, April 9th (my birthday). I went to this place because of its location and the amount of good reviews they have. However, it seems they are scammers. Or they purchased those reviews or it came from their family and friends. There was easily an inch and a half of butter cream around all edges and top and an inch of buttercream into the cream layers. The cake was way too dry and literally fell apart when I cut the slice. It definitely wasn't fresh. Just terrible! The $50 cake did not even had a proper box. They had to tape it all around in order to not damage the cake. I don't recommend this place and I won't be purchasing from them anymore. read more

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Fantastic cakes- no customization, no bells and whistles/ just incredible cake. My baby turned 6 months old and I called lido to request a half cake. Not only did he agree, he actually iced it like a separate individual cake. I don't know anyone who does that- really!! Each slice is pretty big! So I recommend ordering with the mind vs the tummy!! The old fashioned chocolate cake and the dulce leche is my absolute favorite!!!!! read more

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Carrot cake is my favorite here. Most of their pastries and cakes are delicious and great place for birthday cake or celebratory cake

This is THE place to go for a birthday cake. We fed about 30 with a nine-inch round (but very high) cake, berries and cream is my favorite. The cake isn't too sweet and the berries always fresh and tasty. The Bavarian cream icing is great too. Service is wonderful. read more

This was my first visit to Lido Bakery, I called the afternoon before because I needed to find a Keylime pie the next day by 11:00am. The Baker had none but he said he would bake me a pie and have it ready at 10 AM. It was ready. It was gorgeous, It was devoured. It was much appreciated. Now that I know where Lido Bakery is, I shall be a frequent visitor. read more

Their Triple Berry Cake is the only cake my family buys now. The berries are always fresh, the cream is not too sweet nor too thick, and the cake itself is very moist. read more

Lido Bakery - Triple berry cake. This was a 10in and half of it fed 20 people (to be fair, we had a ton of other desserts). - Bakeries Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Seriously? What a disappointment! The reviews gave me great hope; I've passed this place so many times and it's exciting to think there was a gem just sitting there which I'd overlooked. But no. smh. I ordered jut 4 items in part because they didn't look great. They were all thrown into a paper bag so the linzer cookies which are delicate and with powdered sugar on them got all over the two heavy items, a rugelach and filled cookie. The linzer cookies were ok but way too big and heavy, with just a gross thick glop of jelly in the middle. Nothing fine about this - who wants to eat a big glop of jelly? It should be rendered fruit. But no. And then as if you hadn't gotten enough gloppy jelly, the filled cookie was the same, just wrapped with the jelly-glop inside and nuts on the outside. Fell apart, ok just not very good. I need my calories to be more special than this! The rugelach was just silly. That is not rugelach. I know everyone has their special image of it, but this isn't anyone's I can't imagine. Just heavy, pretty tasteles surprisingly - same crumbly dough as the other items - and crumbly is not what rugelach is supposed to be. It was all just disappointing. Not terrible. And thankfully not horrifically overpriced as many places are these days. But there was nothing among these I needed; nothing worth the $ or calories. ::sigh:: - back to searching for something worthwhile to eat in MB. read more

Thanks, Lido, for the fantastic german chocolate cake for Kim's b'day! We loved it. I'll be back. - Joe read more

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