It is time to update my rviews... nothing better than letting you know that this little hole in the wall, Chelos Panaderia remains one of my favorites. I can always find the sweet breads that exude the fresh baked aromas as I enter the store. The fruit filled pastries such as pineapple and apples are a joy if you find them on the Open rack...they sell out fast... I am happy to fill that big aluminum tray with custar filled or simple sugared breads. The go great with a cup of coffee. Chelos Panaderia is one place for my sweet breads and pastries that I'll come back. No problem with good service from the young gentleman behind the counter as he is ready to help you with the best. read more

CASH ONLY, they also take Zelle. Little bakery but also a taco and burrito shop! I ordered carne asada and al pastor tacos. I also tried out their giant conchas! $1.50 per taco and $1.50 for a concha! I would say for $1.50 a taco this place is pretty worth it! They are street taco size but they really stuff it! I liked the al pastor better, had more flavor and came with pineapple bits! The concha was decent, I'm not a huge bakery guy, it had nice flavor and wasn't overly sweet,'it was a little dry for me. I definitely recommend the tacos! I'll be back to try a burrito ($9). They also have this jalapeño cheese bread that looks good but we're unfortunately sold out. read more

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The shrimp tacos are fire!!! They serve them on Friday's. I ordered 3 should've got more . I love these tacos will definitely recommend with the really spicy hot sauce . They pair great! read more

Chelos Panaderia - Shrimp and chicken tacos - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Tiny little bakery with mind-blowing tacos and burritos. We stopped for lunch. The price is right and the setting is just what I like, humble but proud. The baked goods are the real deal, my apple turnover was spectacular. My Al pastor burrito was even better. It was enormous and stuffed with all the best stuff. It was $9! There are three tables outside, but the service was wonderful and friendly. I hesitated to post this review because I kind of want to keep this place as my secret! read more

Chelos Panaderia is one of those hidden OC gems that you almost don't want to tell people about because it's that good. Their pan dulce is always fresh, soft, and full of that classic, comforting Mexican bakery flavor -- conchas, empanadas, cookies, all the hits done right. The pastry case is stacked with options, and the prices make it way too easy to grab a whole box without thinking twice. But the real curveball? Their tacos. Hands down some of the best-priced tacos in Orange County, and somehow the flavor goes even harder than the value. The carne asada and al pastor come out hot, juicy, and perfectly seasoned, like the kind of street-style tacos you remember from the best neighborhood spots. Between the killer pastries, the shockingly affordable tacos, and the authentic vibe, Chelos hooks you up with the kind of food that hits your soul without emptying your wallet. read more

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Carne asada and carnitas tacos were really good. I've also had the al pastor tacos and chicken and cheese tamales.

Food and service excellent. This is a hole in the wall Bakery that serves different varieties of tacos burritos tamales and pastries. Today was my first time stopping in after driving by here for over 20 years. Glad I did. I had 3 Al pastor tacos and jalapeño cheese tamale. One single serve flan and Mexican jello cup. Total cost $12 Beware it is cash or Zella only for payment. No big deal. I highly recommend giving it a try. read more

Chelos Panaderia - Bomb ass food!!!! - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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First time going and got their DELISH rosca de Reyes! The best I've had so far! and I've tried many!

Blessed to live 3 minutes away! Amazing Pan, Burritos and people. It's a small location but has a couple of tables outside. Plenty of parking as well. The most affordable Pan de Dulce I have encounter in a decade. read more

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Had the chicken tacos and they were delicious especially for 1.50 each. Had an almond muffin type item and it was good too. Not too sweet. Glad I finally made it in to support this business. read more

There needs to be more than 5 stars available for this panaderia. I've lived right by here for 13 years and I CANNOT BELIEVE I NEVER CAME IN! You know I really shouldn't be writing this review, I really don't need this place to blow up and make it difficult to come to...but I'm doing this as an act of service to you, the reader. You're welcome :) The tacos here were as good as anyone else's, in fact better than most, and only $1.50/taco. The tortillas tasted homemade, but if they're store bought, they're still extremely fresh and I'd bet still hand made. I typically do not like corn tortillas, but I could eat their corn tortillas all day. They're soft, but hold together just enough to keep most of the meat contained. The carne asada was juicy, but not greasy, that's a tough thing to achieve! I had the infernio salsa and it really just sealed the deal of deliciousness! The salsa was fairly hot, but not painful to eat. If you're craving tacos, this is the place to come! read more

Chelos Panaderia - Carne asada tacos (minus the cilantro) - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Awesome family and the food is so good. Tacos are on of my favorites. But everything is top notch

I came here because I had a major craving for Tres Leche cake and I had seen somewhat of good reviews here. I wanted to give them a try and help them out in the reviews department if all went well but unfortunately it was the worst cake I had ever tasted. The cake was unlike your usual cake. This was dense like it was cornbread and the milk was not your usual sweet three milks. It smelled like play doh and tasted like you used straight evaporated milk and nothing else. It was bizarre. Never in all my years of eating tres leche had I ever tasted that before. The breads we bought were all dry. I tried a custard bread that had good reviews but it was like lemon curd? Very curdled texture so clumpy.. not creamy like I'd expect custard.. read more

Located in a corner of a shopping center. This place serves great food with exceptional service. Taco was well seasoned, the beans and rice not greasy and the tamale hit the spot. Next time I'm going to add Al Pastor or Asada on top of the tamale with onion and cilantro "Con Todo" lol . read more

Chelos Panaderia - Taco, tamale, bean and rice - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I finally had an opportunity to visit and try this place this morning. Got there about 10:45am Saturday morning. They start making their tacos and burritos at 11am. I waited a few minutes to try a variety of their tacos. All were tasty . My favorites - pollo and shredded beef. The gentleman behind the counter was very kind and patient to explain the variety of pastries they had. I ended up with a pumpkin, custard, and pineapple filled ones. A sweet bread and sweet cookie like pastry. I had a chance to try a hot drink with cinnamon. A small and clean establishment that provides freshly made Mexican pastries, tacos, and burritos to the locals.. They also have burritos in their fridge in a hurry along with cold drinks and desserts. Yummy food provided with friendly and awesome customer service. They are a few doors from Matsu. read more

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This place is a hidden gem for their carne asada tacos and their amazing customer service! The gentleman who took my order was so friendly and helpful. Both my husband and I loved the carne asada tacos! They are street size but packed with meat. They are very tender and flavorful. The green salsa is also very good. I highly recommend this place. read more

Chelos Panaderia - The pricing which is also a steal for what you get! - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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wowza ! the prices are amazing and the food is soooo delicious. perfect meal for anytime of the day and staff is very sweet.

Such a cute little bakery and great customer service! I often buy goodies for my clients on Thursdays and I have a feeling i'll be back here every week! read more

BEST TACOS IN OC. especially huntington beach. not to mention the baked goods !!! 100% recommend this place to anyone local or in town for the beach. affordable and delicious !!!!!!! read more

Chelos Panaderia - CARNE ASADA - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

This small little Panaderia is located in the shopping center where the Habit is located. It's a small little shop with a nice selection of bread (if you go early in the day) and even has a selection of food to order from. I've been a couple times and the guy working the counter each time has been attentive and does a pretty good job for manning a shop mostly by himself. I've only personally gotten the tacos, but for a shop that's only started selling them about a year or two ago they're not half bad. They have decent flavors and the salsa has a nice little kick to it. My only issue is the barbacoa tacos can get a little to wet causing the tortillas to fall apart, but for 1.50 they're a pretty solid offering if you're in a pinch. They also have a decent selection of bottled and canned drinks to choose from as well. I'll have to come back and try some of the pastries. read more

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Came in late after my Thai massage next door because some pan dulce sounded good. Holy heck!! So cheap. So buttery and soft. Every time I drive by, I want to come in but need to remember that that many carbs are not a dieters best friend. read more

If we could give negative stars we would! Went to pick up the cake and was told that they were behind and to come back, which i did. It was totally understandable. We ordered 2 cakes and of those was a 3 leches. We never got a 3 leches. Called the place and owner was super rude and hung up. She called us a liar and that next time to save a slice to show her! Learn to take criticism and own up to when you mess up. We weren't asking for a refund either. I really like this place but bad customer service from the owner. read more

They don't open at 630am per there web site or there sign at the wall .. it's 640am on a sat false advertisement if you plan to post sat 630am .. read more

Wonderful family owned business. This is a must try bakery!!! Not only do they have delicious pastries and desserts but the food is amazing. I love Linda's tacos and burritos and Robert's bread. As for the service, the staff is always so kind and helpful. read more

Chelos Panaderia - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Horrible servicio. El dueño es de lo mas despota y grossero. Llamandome mentirosa. Por un error q ellos cometieron. Horrible service. Owner was so rude calling me a liar for a wrong doing on cake that they made. Never going back there again. Cake was rushed and done wrong read more

Bought tamales for my family for Christmas and I must say I was pretty disappointed. The masa was WAY too thick and there wasn't nearly enough filling. I seemed like a pound of masa and a teaspoon of filling for each one. On top of that they were extremely spicy. My family and I love spice but it was the kind of spice that made it unenjoyable. Without anybody having to say anything, I can tell nobody in my family really enjoyed them. I bought 2 dozen and about a dozen ended up going to waste :( I only deducted one star because they have more to offer than just tamales- and they are nice people. With that being said- I will skip on the tamales from here from now on. read more

Chelos Panaderia - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

No stars if possible . They have no sign saying they only take cash . After getting my entire order the young man told be they only accept cash . I had to goto the liquor store and they don't give cash back . All that to come back to tell them. Then he gives me The young guy wants me to zelle the owner . My bank doesn't work with Zelle . At this point I had touched everything and felt the need to pay for It . Even if he said it was ok that I could pay later . I told him I don't live around here and I called my bf to zelle him . Such an inconvenience to deal with a small business trying to dodge taxes with no communication prior ordering read more

The Carne Asada tacos are fabulous. I wish I would've found this place years ago. The tacos are huge for the price. Lots of meat. This will be my new go to place. read more

Worst tamales ever!! $36 for a dozen, 6 Pork, 6 Chicken and if you pulled the meat out of all of them and stuffed it into a soda straw, it would barely fill up half of the straw. If I'm buying Tamales and I'm told they're chicken or pork, I expect to test or at the very least see some meat. If I wanted hot masa I would have just ordered the masa, which was tasty. It's been a week and I'm still hearing about how awful those tamales were. On the upside, no one's going to ask me to go pick up some tamales ever again! read more

Excellent bakery. Very inexpensive Always fresh. Went to New Northgate in Costa Mesa Tried their conchas. Really really bad. As well as other Mexican breads Chelos is so much better. read more

First of all, I'm Mexican, born and raised so I think I have vast knowledge in this area and I am so unbelievably disappointed and embarrassed that this is the one Panadería in Huntington Beach and Chelos chooses to represent us like that. Now, the pan review - the donuts are the only good thing there but I mean, you can get those anywhere. Las conchas were bland, dry, and pretty stale. I had everything and nothing stood out. Ohhh but here is where they sent me over the edge - the tamales. What on god's green earth are those? The quality of the masa is awful and they CAKE IT ON. No pun intended. It's mainly masa and the tamales are huge but not a good way at all whatsoever. The service was nice but they only take cash so just be aware of that before you go in. I'll just close this review con que vergüenza, en serio. No mms Chelo. read more

Rosca de Reyes always bomb here. Nice and warm smells delicious can't go wrong with this place. Thanks guys!!! read more

Chelos Panaderia - Never disappoints. I've been getting my roscas from here for awhile now. Love them - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

This place is dirty and old. The bread is old and the taste like like a day or two old. I don't know how they sell old bread.

My secret lunch spot! Love it so much! Best street Tacos in HB! And you have to Try the pineapple empanadas and the guava turnovers too! A great family run business with fast friendly service. Come and support your local community! Bring CA$H ($1.50 tacos) or they have Zelle for payment. read more

Pregnancy cravings led me here after my workout (don't judge me)... this is by far the softest, freshest pan dulce I've ever had on my life. Tacos are fresh, tortillas fresh, meat is well seasoned. Just be warned: cash only! I'll be driving down from LB weekly now to get my fix! read more

Chelos Panaderia - 4 Tacos De Asada - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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Stopped by while waiting for a smog check. The young man was very welcoming and answered my wife's questions about the pasteries. We picked up a custard filled, pineapple filled and a sweet bread, plus two cappachinos. All for less than $10. The custard filled Pastery was enough for two. We plan to go back and try the tacos. read more

Freshly made items daily and the absolute nicest people. A favorite new find close to our new home. read more

Chelos Panaderia - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Great tacos & service! Sweet breads are amazing. Cash & zelle only. They make everything to order!

Just tried their new Street Tacos! It was very tasty and filling. Price is super reasonable. read more

Chelos Panaderia - Rice and beans - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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oh my god you guys! i love this place, the BEST priced tacos in HB and packs tons of flavor in their meats. i love the barbacoa, simply chefs kiss. and don't forget to get a guava tart as dessert!! service is very kind and friendly, ambiance is great, you can tell you're supporting good people. only deficit is you gotta pay in cash, so make sure to bring your wallet! read more

Chelos Panaderia - barbacoa, carnitas, and beef (left to right) - Bakeries Near Me - Huntington Beach, California