Indigenous and Mexican-inspired baking on heirloom masa — a James Beard-recognized counter
Must-try: Spelt loaf, Chocolate concha, Sesame-crusted flatbread
📍 2710 E 4th St, Long Beach, CA 90814
A household name on Central Avenue since 1956, built on Louisiana sweet potatoes
Must-try: Sweet potato pie, Peach cobbler, Red velvet cake
📍 2700 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90011
Highland Park's bakery that feeds half the restaurants in LA — naturally leavened sourdough, brisket sandwiches, and bread culture done right
Must-try: Brisket sandwich, Sourdough baguette, Smash burger (weekends)
📍 3507 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90065
the walk-up window that changed LA's bagel reputation for good
Must-try: Burnt everything bagel, Heirloom tomato, Cucumber and dill
📍 777 N Virgil Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Venice's bakery-deli fever dream — smoked fish, crusty sourdough, and pastries so good they justify the chaotic ordering process
Must-try: Bagel with smoked salmon, Tahini croissant, Beet-cured lox board
📍 320 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291
The calmer answer to the lunch rush, serving homey all-day breakfast in a zen room
Must-try: All-day breakfast, Egg dishes, Sandwiches and salads
📍 10550 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 91603
a glazed donut split like a clamshell and stuffed with whole strawberries
Must-try: Strawberry donut, Peach donut, Tiger tail
📍 915 E Rte 66, Glendora, CA 91740
a counter-service bagel shop that treats produce as seriously as the boil
Must-try: Open-face bagel with seasonal fruit, Smoked salmon, PB&J
📍 1614 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405