Artisan Pastry fans rejoice, the shop has relocated from Mission to Main Street in Alhambra! The…read morenew space is wide open, bright, and welcoming, with a couple of small tables inside plus some outdoor seating right on Main. I've tried a few of their mousse cakes and Portuguese tarts, and everything has been delicious. Those adorable fluffy animal cakes might look too cute to eat, but trust me, they're totally crave-worthy! As someone who loves anything chocolate or mango, I know I'll be coming back often. A fun treat to try: freeze-dried mousse cake bites. They'd make an awesome ice cream topping! Highly recommend stopping by if you have a sweet tooth.

Such cute pastries and yummy, unique egg tarts!…read more Had a foodie day along main st, and stumbled into this shop. Aesthetic is so cute. Egg tarts on the wall, cute videos rolling and the bathroom painting made me lol. The pastry display was amazing. So many unique options, with the cutest designs. We got one of each egg tarts and a couple character mouses. Egg tarts were great. Favorite was the caramelized one, since the crust was flaky and the filling was like creme brulee without being too sweet. The coconut egg tart wasn't giving egg tart, but it was amazing. Least favorite was the original, since it was a tad overdone and giving scrambled egg. We then got the capybara and garlic bird mouses. I'm not an orange chocolate fan, so the capybara was more cuteness than taste for me, but the bird was great. Staff were helpful and efficient. I'd come back!

We finally stopped by the bakery in Duarte to sample their signature beverage and pan dulce. Their…read morecafe de olla, was served hot, a nice blend of cinnamon and sweetness. We bought an elote, tortuga and can't recall the third piece of pan, and alfajores. The elote was delicious, I love that you can see little specs of cinnamon, soft and tender and vanilla scent. The tortuga was a bit more spongy, fragrant, and nice balanced of sweetness. The alfajores were buttery, crisp and smeared with dulce de leche. I needed a bday cake and decided to order the strawberry shortcake, because it looked so pretty. The cake was a hit with the family. The frosting was super light, the filling is one layer of custard and the other of light whipped cream and berries. The sponge is moist, the cake is not sweet, but decadent in its creamy texture. The inside of the store is aesthetically appealing, traditional glass cases showcase the pan. I'm so glad to have a nearby bakery and cake shop!

Cafe De Olla Bakery is conveniently located next to Club Pilates, my workout spot. While I am very…read morehappy about this (I love Cafe de Olla in Monrovia), getting coffee and a pastry post-workout might very well become my routine if I don't exercise enough self-control! Like some of the reviews already mentioned, this location is more of a "grab and go" type of place. They have a solid selection of cakes, pastries, and drinks. If you are looking for their full breakfast menu, the Monrovia location down the street is where you would want to go! When I visited, they were celebrating their 1-year anniversary with an outside table of samplers. They had a balloon arch outside to signal to the community that they are celebrating something special as well. The lady out front shared with me what they had to offer, and she also mentioned that they do catering! I like my coffee strong but also on the sweet side. When I asked for the stronger option, I was recommended to get the cappucino rather than the latte and they can make the caffeine a little bit more concentrated without sacrificing the flavor. The cookies were a little dry for my taste but maybe it was because the samplers were sitting outside for a little too long. I would go back just to try the breakfast sandwich, but the experience of grabbing food was pretty fast and the food was flavorful enough! Excited to have a closer Cafe de Olla to me and wishing them so much success!

I went back to Bluejay because I missed its cake so much…read more With my luck, it had a couple of slices of cake for me to buy. I got the black sesame cake, mango, rose, and durian. All of them tasted good and had a balanced flavor. Although the hours are kind of odd, it was totally worth it.

A small hidden spot!…read more We came to get other things but stopped by for their huge cookie! For $4 we got the rocky road cookie. It was delicious, soft and chewy and crunchy outer border. They also had very fancy cakes and cake slices for sale.

Everyone raves about the Mille Crepe. Yes, I know it's premium but the Mille Crepe tastes amazing…read more Sadly, when your friend has gluten allergies, you have to settle for the Cheesecake. Gateau Nuage A cinnamon-kissed graham cracker crust is the base for an airy, whipped cheesecake. The top is finished with a thin layer of sweetened sour cream to create a silky finish to the perfect cheesecake. Very rich, decadent, and it will cost you 10 bucks and some change. Overall, a really nice creamy cheesecake that reminds me of a Basque!

It's definitely been a hot minute since I've been back here. I don't come by too often because of…read morethe drive, the parking situation, and the overall price. But as a once-in-a-blue-moon splurge, I'd say it's doable. The staff overall are courteous and accommodating, though not overly friendly. It's definitely the kind of place where you can tell it's meant to feel more upscale rather than casual. As soon as you walk in, everything looks polished and well put together. That being said, I'd give it about a 3/5 for overall value. If you're budget-conscious but looking for an occasional treat, this could be a good spot. However, if you're on a tight budget, this probably won't be the place for you. On the other hand, if you don't mind spending a bit more, you may really enjoy it here. As for the cakes, I'd say they're decent overall. I'm not sure all of them are worth the price, but there are definitely a handful that stand out and are worth trying.

Frances Patisserie was the perfect choice for my sister's 40th! This was my first time getting…read moreanything from there, but the Yelp reviews and pictures convinced me. Everyone raved about the cake-- perfect texture and not cloyingly sweet. The fruits were all ripe and delicious, beautifully displayed atop the cake. Would definitely get again!! Pricing was about $90, which is pricier than I usually shell out for a cake, but honestly felt really worth it for what you get.

I've been coming here for 25 years, from Little Tokyo to Pasadena…read more The hazelnut chocolate and raspberry chocolate are my absolute favorites, and I ordered both again for my son's birthday this time. Though the shop is small, the quality of the cakes is exceptional. I hope this cake shop continues to thrive for many years to come.

Caught them at the tail end of their business hours on a Saturday and was pleasantly surprised to…read morehave them still readily serving food. Brightly lit interior with a simply designed aesthetic. Many folks were relaxing and enjoying the conditioned air. While the shop served plenty of in-house made coffees and teas, off to the side was a refrigerated section brightly displaying bottled Chaparittas tangerine soft drink and Tehuacán mineral water. I decided on ordering an Oaxacan tostada which came completely smothered in black beans, cabbage, queso fresco, and salsa verde. It was refreshing and made for a quick, light snack while also being deceptively filling. While waiting for the order, I noticed their NY Cookies which came in two kinds. One was simply the regular chocolate chip variety, while the other came packed with white chocolate chips, ate de membrillo (quince cheese), and tejocote (hawthorn fruit paste). I decided on the second one and enjoyed the unique flavors of the bits and pieces, even though it was very sweet. All in all, would definitely come back to dine and chill out.

4++ Smallish cafe located in a somewhat walkable area of Arcadia. It looks like they primarily do…read morepastries and coffee, but have other food items available as well. I actually just stopped by close to closing time so I wasn't able to have my food /beverage here, but the space is clean and welcoming. A spot that seems like it would be great to meet up with people and enjoy beverages/ treats together. Person helping me was very friendly and just ordered a slice of carrot cake to go. I got it to enjoy while watching a movie a little later and it was really delicious. It was also a pretty large slice! Looking forward to coming back here.

Writing another review because I love this place so much!…read more This year, for my mom's birthday, we decided to try something from their low-sugar series (love how this is an option!). We got the Berry Summer cake for 5-6 people for $138 and it was worth every bite. The cream is so light, the jam was delicious, and the cake was beautiful. Loved the forks, cake knife, and candles that came with the cake. Pickup was super convenient and flexible and ordering was easy (ordered 2 days prior). Highly recommend! Street parking is easy and there are some tables outside.

Got this cake for my birthday and it might be the best cake design I've ever seen. The detail and…read morepresentation were on another level. Flavors were unique too. I got peach guava and it was refreshing and light, not overly sweet like a lot of birthday cakes tend to be. I also loved the utensils that came with it and the whole unboxing experience. It felt like a lot of thought went into the packaging, not just the cake itself. Only issue is the price is kind of pricey, but it also makes sense given the quality. Not sure if its just me, but the sizing seemed like it could feed more than the selected count, especially if youre a small eater. You can tell this cake is well made and meant for special, unique moments. Would order again for another celebration.

Paris baguette on Myrtle Avenue in Monrovia has a variety of great baked fresh goods the touch…read morechocolate is delicious they got a ton of mixed bakery for you to choose from the cakes are delicious the owner Alex is a good person he likes to talk to his clientele keep them happy and fed. Every time we go to this Paris baguette the food the drinks the hospitality is amazing I love some but not all of the bakery because I have not tried all of it lol yet the cheesecake is good the strawberry filled a bakery that mean they got a lot of great I would say mixed opportunities for people to eat good fresh baked goods come on in the owner Alex is a phenomenal person to talk to you and just relaxed atmosphere.

If you like your matcha more on the sweet side - Paris Baguette is a pretty good option !…read more They cannot customize, sadly. I like my matcha more on the bitter side - closer to the original tea flavor. Service was excellent.