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    Borekas Sephardic Pastries

    4.7 (435 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Raya M.

    This place never fails. They really do have the best borekas. On their own they are delicious, but with the tomato pulp it is the perfect balance. I love their homemade pickles, though I would love them even more if they were crunchy. We tried the chocolate borekas for the first time and it was such a nice sweet treat. I also love that whenever my family visits, this is what I order for early morning breakfast delivery. It always hits the spot.

    My BF couldn't wait and grabbed half of a hard boiled egg before I had a chance to snap this pic of our feast.
    Brenn R.

    Braving the parking lot around lunch time was worth it! The strip mall where Bo*re*kas is located is jammed full of shops and restaurants, and it could be easy to miss this little spot if you're heading east on Ventura and not looking carefully. Parking is free, but it might take you a while to find a spot. My BF and I came here the other day before it got really busy and I was so happy to finally be able to introduce him to a kosher restaurant that he'd never tried before. My BF got 2 of the spinach with cheese and I got one with fungi, onion, and truffle. Don't tell him I said so, but at first I think my BF was thrown off by the word "fungi," but when he saw it was just mushrooms, he looked a bit relieved. He's not a big fan of pickles, but I am, so I got to eat all the pickles!! Yummm. We were pleased with our selections. My BF is more of a purist and ate his borekas plain, but I dove straight into the schug and tomato pulp, which is excellent. I can't handle really spicy foods, but the schug is not too spicy. The hard boiled eggs were cooked just right. I made a mess while I was eating, but I was okay with it. A little dab of schug, a spoonful of tomato pulp, with a bite of hard boiled egg made each bite of boreka like a symphony of flavors of textures that danced across my tastebuds. We didn't even mind that it was sprinkling while we ate since the roof has a little bit of an overhang that provides some shelter. It was really nice actually to be eating hot, freshly made borekas while it was raining a bit. The only thing that could have made this more perfect was if Sonny's Ice Cream was open, but we came on a weekday and Sonny's doesn't open until 2pm during the week.

    Jake A.

    We have been wanting to come here for some time and wow, how could we have put this off? We got the special box that seemed like "the thing" to get, and wow. Every bite I was in absolute shock at how flavorful and interesting these pastries were. They come with pickles, sauces, and hard boiled eggs and wow--I was drooling between bites, getting territorial over the different options, and even though I had thought of bringing these for an event to share, we ended up getting something else for the event and just enjoying this all to ourselves! Definitely a top spot in LA!

    If a boreka is sold out, their Van Nuys location is close by.
    Mia K.

    Had the Fungi, Onion and Truffle boreka which was crazy good. I usually only like dill pickles but I went to town with their sour ones. I haven't been here in a long time, but now they have more tables and chairs, more so than crates for sitting. Parking- hopefully you'll luck out getting a spot in the lot but there are many other places to eat here. Much appreciation to the very kind employee who added oat milk to my Turkish coffee. Took a risk as I didn't know what cardamom tastes like. It was too strong without milk and sugar. Still need to try the margherita and spinach & cheese borekas. $14 each may seem pricey, but believe me, the quality and divine taste is so worth it!

    Cultured Cheese and Za'atar Boreka
    Katherine B.

    I am not familiar with the Sherman Oaks area so when I looked up a spot to eat, I was so intrigued by what a Boreka is - I had never heard of it before. And omg do I wish I lived closer to Sherman oaks now just so I could eat these every week! This is my favorite pastry I've ever had. I am a savory person, but I love a flaky crust, so this was right up my alley. Let me say this - the person on Yelp who said you need to order two - they lied, these come with SO much food! You really only need one order per person. But if you'd like to try different flavors, you'll have great leftovers! I tried the fungi, onion, and truffle boreka and the cultured cheese and Za'atar boreka and they were both amazing. At first I liked the Za'atar boreka more, and then I loved the mushroom one more. I kept going back and forth because they are so good. The Za'atar boreka is more unique, but they're both excellent flavors, especially with their hot sauce and tomato pulp. There are a few tables outside, but it is just a window you order from. But the women who helped me with my order were both very kind, and patient and helpful since it was my first time trying a boreka. There is parking - it's in an area with lots of casual restaurants around it. I went at a busier time, around 3 pm (not recommended - the Borekas sell out and I came right before they did. They are normally sold out before that) so I did have to do a loop around the parking lot before I found a spot, but it's pretty easy. I will keep recommending this spot over and over. It's so good!

    Caes F.

    Borekas! $14. Never had it before but was dying to try it. They definitely are a tasty treat. It was super flaky and crisp. I thoroughly enjoyed the potato and brown butter as well as the spinach. The tomato sauce was a nice compliment. I enjoyed the pickles and the egg on the side.

    So good!
    Mark M.

    I seriously think I have tried all the borekas here and each one has been amazing. This includes the potato and brown butter, the fungi, onion and truffle, the spinach and cheese, and the cultured cheese and za'atar. I love how each bite matches or exceeds my expectations and I really like the mixture of what is in each box! The hours at this location are early, so get there before or after the rush. This is definitely a great breakfast and brunch spot! I have never seen it empty during business hours since there is usually more than one person in line or waiting for their order. There really are a lot of Mediterranean flavors within these warm and flaky pastries!

    Natalia M.

    Prices are unbeatable, taste amazing and super quick. Makes sense to me why stuff sells out so fast here. Can't wait to come back and try more stuff!! (Seating is outside only but food stays hot and it's amazing when you get home to eat it!)

    Michelle L.

    I've had this spot bookmarked for a while and finally got around to trying it today. It's grab and go style, but there are a few tables outside in case you want to enjoy your food right away. I ordered one potato & brown butter and one spinach & cheese. Both were soo delicious. The texture of the pastry was perfect, and the fillings were well seasoned and flavorful. I loved the variety of sides and sauces they provided too. I recommend ordering online to skip the line!

    Naomi W.

    Delicious! Been wanting to try this spot for a while as I've seen it hyped up all over social media. Saw that they were running a promo on Uber Eats so decided to order. Pastry is so flaky and perfect. I got the potato & brown butter as well as the cheese and zaatar. Loved that it comes with sauce and side of eggs and pickles. Definitely will order again!

    Mushroom truffle
    Allen V.

    I've been wanting to try Borekas, although this whole time I was expecting to see a display of pastries, not knowing it was a savory flaky, similar to croissant like bread, but I've got to return for the chocolate or the pudding I saw on the menu. It was really good, the young woman was kind and they kept busy right away. There's only outdoor seating, but the mini stools and tables are perfect to have a quick bite there.

    Zaghtar borek
    Arthur T.

    Omg, this place is awesome. Everything I love made so well. Here are a few things to note: It's a walk up counter with some outdoor seating. The service is very quick and friendly. If you like zaghtar you will love this zaghtar with cheese. They also have Nutella boreks. Everything was amazing and my clients loved it.

    Mushroom, spinach
    Danielle H.

    Excellent borekas. I love the flaky crust this place uses over the pita-style dough you get from other locations. The mushroom and the spinach are my favorite flavors.

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    We're so happy you enjoyed your food, Caes!

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    Thank you so much, Natalia! We can't wait to have you back!

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    Very nicely cooked boreka. My son enjoyed this plate for breakfast. Pleasant interaction with staff.

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    My wife catered this to her company today because I can't stop coming here! The potato one is insane!

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    Ask the Community - Borekas Sephardic Pastries

    Do you have any without dairy now, please?

    Not yet

    Any plans to use a delivery service such as Door Dash or another?

    Yes we do

    What are your pre-ordering hours?

    We have called for an order 10-15 minutes before they opened on a Sunday and they took our order

    Are there any flavors without dairy?

    Not yet. They currently all contain clarified butter.

    Is there egg in the borekas itself--in the dough or any of the fillings? We have an egg allergy in our family, but if the only egg is the hard-boiled ones served on the side, I'd love to try the borekas. Thank you!

    .yes there are eggs in the dough.

    Order ahead same day or does it have to be the day before?

    If they aren't sold out, you can order same day.

    Your food is absolutely delicious! I'd love to know if there will be any new flavors in the future or desserts in that style?

    As of today, no changes on the menu

    So are these Kosher ? If not will it be sometime in the future?

    Yes. We are certified OK Kosher.

    Can one buy a single boreka or just boxes?

    Yes each borekas is $12

    Do you do large catering orders?

    Yes. You can call us for an inquiry.

    Anything parve/non dairy?

    No not yet

    Do you have a website to view the menu?

    We don’t have a website quite yet but I just uploaded a picture of our menu to Yelp for you!

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    Schatzi’s Bakery & Cafe

    Schatzi’s Bakery & Cafe

    4.2
    (210 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    The traditional banana pudding is PHENOMINAL, I am now officially obsessed with this place. I…read morehaven't had banana pudding that good since I was in Texas. The croissant is fresh, delicious and flakey so I can tell they have a great bakery. The avocado egg sandwich was delicious, veggie-ful, and not too heavy. The frozen cafe mocha was also to die for, it was like a decadent frozen hot chocolate. I do not recommend the matcha though, as someone who likes a stronger matcha latte, their iced banana matcha latte was mostly a tall glass of milk with a hint of matcha and some banana syrup. I can't wait to go back and try more things!

    Only had one high chair, not stroller friendly. Food & service is both acceptable and average…read more Update : there are stairs within the restaurant that make it non stroller friendly. (Only 2 but it still makes it a bit difficult) It's doable- but lots of moms make these decisions based on these types of details. Another patron helped us with the stairs on the way down. I said service and food was fine; both average. Nothing above nothing below. Totally fine. We asked for two high chairs and were told there was only one. I said ok we have two babies, & that was the whole conversation. it was fine we managed. If the owner has a toddler I would assume she's been to coffee with a friend and appreciated the cafe having more than one seating option for the babies. No one said anything about borrowing from Bacari.

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    Artelice Patisserie

    Artelice Patisserie

    4.7
    (113 reviews)
    3.3 mi

    A Decadent Father's Day Surprise!…read more For Father's Day, my son decided to surprise us with something from Artelice Patisserie, and let's just say... he absolutely understood the assignment. These pastries were not your everyday desserts--they were little works of art, and every single one was incredibly decadent and delicious. We had the Blossom, with vanilla mousse, pistachio and red berry insert, pistachio crunch, and pistachio sponge. The combination of creamy, nutty, fruity, and crunchy textures was so beautifully balanced. Every bite had something different going on, but somehow it all worked together perfectly. Then there was the Tropical Mango, made with mango and passion fruit mousse, fresh mango filling, coconut crunch, and coconut sponge. This one was such a gorgeous tropical escape! Bright fruit flavors balanced with that delicate coconut richness, and the textures made it just as interesting as it was delicious. We also had a beautiful pistachio creation with pistachio mousse, pistachio praline, pistachio and hazelnut crunch, and pistachio sponge. I'm not completely certain of the exact name because the color of ours looked a little different from the one pictured on their menu, but whatever this beauty was called, it was absolutely amazing. If you love pistachio, this one is definitely worth seeking out. What I loved most about Artelice is that these aren't simply pretty pastries. Each one feels thoughtfully constructed, with layers of mousse, sponge, crunch, fruit, and praline creating a completely different experience from bite to bite. They're rich and decadent without feeling like you're just eating one big blast of sweetness. And the presentation? Gorgeous. These are the kind of desserts that make you pause before taking that first bite because they're almost too pretty to disturb... almost. I'm always happy when my son introduces me to another great food discovery, and Artelice Patisserie was such a fun Father's Day treat. Everything we tried was unique, beautifully made, and absolutely delicious. Now I'm curious about the rest of their pastry case--which, honestly, could be dangerous for my dessert-loving self.

    Such a cute spot! This has become one of my favourite bakeries in LA. Compared to other bakeries,…read moreArtelice has really honed in on their French technique. I think I've tried half of the menu here lol. My go to is definitely the New York roll and the mango passion fruit cruffin. I love that they change their New York roll flavours often. What really stood out for me was how well balanced the flavours are in their fillings, especially in the New York roll and the cruffin. They also do really well with their citrus combos like the cruffin, exotic or the mango eclair. I wish there was more custard in their fruit danish and sometimes the croissants aren't as soft, possibly a little overcooked. But the pastry on the cruffin was one of the softest and most delicate I've ever had. The macarons are also great especially the yuzu, passionate, hazelnut and raspberry flavours.

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    Natas Pastries

    Natas Pastries

    4.0
    (1.1k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    My husband and I had a fantastic breakfast at Natas Pastries the other day…read more We found this restaurant online after looking for a bakery that sells pastéis de nada. My husband fell in love with them in Portugal and he's been craving them ever since we got home. I'm happy to say that the pastéis de nada at Natas Pastries are just as delicious as the ones we had in Portugal. Their other breakfast food was delicious as well. I had the All American Breakfast, and the potatoes were incredible! My husband had the Breakfast Burrito with linguiça, and he loved it! We sat outside on the patio, which is a lovely place to enjoy a meal, and all of the staff was so friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back to try other things on the menu, as well as more pastéis de nada!

    We had had dinner at a restaurant about a block away. I'm always looking to try different bakeries…read moreand saw that Natas was close by and still open. It's usually hard to find a bakery that is still open after 6 pm. I decided to try a variety of pastries and ordered an apple strudel, chocolate covered peanut butter bar and a large chocolate chip cookie. They had a very wide selection to choose from. My daughter ordered a lemon bar, slice of lemon cake and a small chocolate chip cookie. My first impression of the desserts that I chose was that they were sweet. I could feel the graininess of the sugar in the chocolate covered peanut butter bar. The strudel was tasty but light on the apple filling. Between the chocolate chips and sugar the cookie was sweeter than what I usually like but still a good cookie. I tried my daughter's lemon bar and I liked it. The things I tried I'm thinking 3 stars, my daughter liked the things she bought so averaging it out maybe a solid 3.5 stars rounded up to a generous 4 stars. Service was okay. Natas has a wide variety of pastries. I think the other items on the menu are more well received. I'll need to go back next time I am in town to try out some of other menu items.

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    SusieCakes - Studio City

    SusieCakes - Studio City

    4.3
    (513 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Such a cute spot with so many different flavors! On display there were many different flavors…read moreincluding coconut, lemon, blueberry pancake, and the classics (chocolate, vanilla, red velvet). The staff was very nice and helped us with our pick up order. We picked up our order through 'Good to Go' and the process went very smooth. We got a dozen mini cupcakes and a big chocolate chip cookie. All of which were delicious. My favorite was chocolate and my sisters was red velvet! I would recommend so anyone!

    After having had a few more experiences with various SusieCakes locations, I can definitely say my…read morereview has downgraded. While the flavor variety is awesome and they don't skimp on fillings, man are these cakes typically dry and a little dense. Had the tropical coconut pineapple cake for a friend's retirement party in December and while the price of a small cake is steep, it was very good. I was impressed! Another friend and I debated what the best berry and cream cake was. I said WholeFoods. She said SusieCakes. We taste tested. We both stood our ground on our opinions. Last weekend,I had the strawberry cake at a birthday party and it was very dry and dense. And the baby's "smash cake" never really got any deeper than the frosting layer, which leads me to believe it was also dense. While I was doing my friend the favor of picking up said birthday cakes, I noticed the pineapple coconut was back in season, so I came to SusieCakes the next day to get a slice. Very friendly staff! But very dry cake. So disappointing after paying ten dollars for a slice. Overall, the vibes are always good. The flavors are great. But the texture is just not it.

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    Lynx Coffee

    Lynx Coffee

    4.4
    (255 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    The most impressive thing about Lynx Coffee is that they're not just serving coffee, they're…read morecreating a work of art. Every cup reflects the care and attention they put into both the craft and the flavor. They genuinely care about the quality of their coffee, and you can taste the difference. The staff are incredibly welcoming, and the coffee is among the highest quality you'll find. If you appreciate specialty coffee made with real passion, Lynx Coffee is absolutely worth a visit.

    Worst coffee shop experience I've ever had. The customer service was nonexistent, the staff showed…read moreno compassion, and no one was willing to help with a very simple situation. It was 7:58 a.m., and I stopped in to grab my usual coffee before my appointment next door. I accidentally left my wallet at home, my Apple Pay wasn't working, and the only cash I had was a $100 bill. My total was only $8.50. I even offered a simple solution--I asked if another employee could pay for my coffee and I would immediately Zelle them the money. All three employees told me that was "beyond their job duties" and refused to help. Instead, they pointed to the sign stating they don't accept $100 bills and had me leave without making any effort to accommodate a regular customer. The disappointing part isn't that they couldn't break a $100 bill--it's that no one showed even the slightest willingness to help find a solution. I come here almost every Friday because I have appointments at the salon next door, and after this experience, I'll be taking my business elsewhere. A little kindness and customer service go a long way. Unfortunately, I found neither here.

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    85°C Bakery Cafe-Sherman Oaks

    85°C Bakery Cafe-Sherman Oaks

    3.1
    (216 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Glad they have a 85C bakery at Sherman Oaks mall (Westfield)…read more The location is smaller than the other ones I have been to. They really need more seating. Not enough. The selection isn't as good, less products, way less cakes variety. We got hod dogs buns and bacon bun for lunch. They were decent. Had better. We also got a Peach Iced Tea, we needed something refreshing. I wasn't thrilled with it, I tasted green tea too much, which I am not a fan. I will skip their iced teas for now on. OK spot for lunch, they do have sandwiches here as well and breakfast goodies. We got guava strudels to go and berry buns. Those were really good. Reasonable prices, decent service They have restrooms here. Ask for the code. I am glad they have a location closer to me, but it's not as good. On the smaller side.

    Loyal Customer, but This Experience May Have Lost My Business…read more I've been a loyal customer of 85°C Bakery Cafe in Sherman Oaks for quite some time and buy virtually all of my baked goods here, so it's disappointing to write this review. Yesterday August 6th was my dad's 99th birthday, and I wanted to make it special. At around 10 a.m., I ordered his birthday cake through the app for a 4 p.m. pickup and used the customization option to request "Happy Birthday" writing on the cake. I arrived around 4:30 p.m. and initially there was no one at the counter. I could see an employee off to the side drinking a coffee. He saw me waiting but didn't acknowledge me and instead went to the back and sent out another employee. From the moment she came out, the interaction was surprisingly unpleasant. I explained that I was picking up the birthday cake I had ordered that morning and gave her my name. She retrieved the box and then abruptly asked, "Where's your confirmation?" I explained that I wasn't sure what she needed because I only had the email I received. I showed it to her, and after looking at it for quite a while, she said "fine" and pushed the cake box toward me. I asked whether the Happy Birthday message I requested was on the cake. She said no and that the person who does the writing wasn't there. I explained that I had placed the order that morning specifically for my dad's 99th birthday and really wanted the birthday message included. I showed my request on the order email. Instead of trying to resolve it, she began helping other customers while I was left standing there. After waiting and explaining that I was already late for my dad's birthday, she eventually went to the back, returned with a small chocolate "Happy Birthday" piece, and placed it on top of the box. That solution was perfectly fine with me--I just wish it had been handled graciously from the beginning. I then asked for a cake cutter and candles, which employees here have routinely offered with cake purchases in the past. Again, I was ignored while other customers were helped. When I repeated that I was late and needed to leave, she rolled her eyes and told me to wait until she was finished with another customer. Eventually she brought them over and simply piled everything on top of the cake box rather than putting the items in a bag. Everyone can have a bad day, and I try to be understanding of that. But the dismissive attitude, eye rolling, repeatedly ignoring me in the middle of our interaction, and general lack of courtesy were unacceptable. What should have been a simple and happy pickup for my dad's 99th birthday became unnecessarily stressful and put a real damper on my afternoon. What makes this particularly disappointing is that I wasn't an occasional customer--I've been very loyal to this bakery. I love the baked goods and have consistently chosen 85°C over other bakeries. But customer service matters too, and after this experience I'm seriously considering finding another bakery for our family's cakes and baked goods.

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