Whenever I find a completely vegan food place, it truly feels liberating to order whatever is on their menu. I feel like it's especially uncommon to find a specifically vegan bakery. I was very happy when I came across McKenna's, and even more so when I tried the double chocolate cake. So so good. The place itself is very small with vintage-like decor and so many cute colors. There is limited seating inside and outside given its location in the Larchmont plaza. Regardless, I think this place is a gem and worth visiting. All the rest of their items looked amazing! read more

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Love all the menu options. We were also able to get delivery to our corporate office. The items are tasty but some feel heavy or dense. Our vegan and GF guests were so happy to have these options. The cake pops were adorable ! read more

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I rate their round layered vegan gluten free cake a 2.5. She was layered perfectly, beautifully presented, visually impressive, but the consistency and sugar level was off. It was outrageously sweet, the cake was firm but not spongy, and it fell dry. Stiff no fluff. I wasn't the biggest fan, and it didn't help that we had another back up cake present from a completely different bakery that unfortunately served as its competition/comparison. Again, the cake did look beautiful on the outside as well as the inside. It's just the flavor and consistency I can't get behind. read more

Erin McKenna's Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was walking Larchmont, and passed this bakery. I was attracted to its compact and cute storefront and its all-shade-of-pinks vibe. As soon as I entered I felt engulfed by a cotton candy promise that felt like I had don an Elle Wood's ensemble. However, this feeling was momentary, it lasted a few pink seconds, it was not a feeling that left me colored pink. First, the shop was small. In order for me to be swirled in pink for days on end, I need to feel like I can twirl in a spot. I did not feel like I could twirl, so I could not summon the pink winds that would become lush magical upward pink waves that would change my tattered clothing into a pink ensemble fit for standing in the sombre black of the supreme court. Additionally, the pink motif was obvious and darling, undeniable really, but when one stops and views the parts of the whole, one realizes that the parts are a collection of pink and girly items that do not connect in cohesion, but rather are force-strung by pink ambition. Like imagine a found material necklace that speaks of the junkyard where its pieces came from, instead of the pieces speaking of the better and glamorous days they once did see. However, amongst the sea of pink recyclables I did see a Britney Spear's Monopoly board. Did it have an oops I did it again blvd for purchase? So I guess that I might have found the decor a bit of pink-puke but someone else might see it as pink-glitter galore. As we all know, one person's trash can be another's person's treasure. I was just giving my opinion, for what is worth. I am sure the pink panther would understand. Another item that I appreciated a lot was the fact that they had ginger bread cookies shaped as people. And we have developed societal understanding of gender inclusivity, and thus some believe that it is no longer appropriate to say gingerbread man, and instead say ginger bread person. But this bakery cut through the inclusivity debate and called their gingerbread people cookies, gingerbread friends. Boom--- a friend by definition has no gender, and these cookies reflect this notion. This might be a throwaway to some but for me it was a reminder of how the world should work, do not see people by who they are, but see them as friends and then learn how they are. As I was preparing to write this review, I learned that this bakery was a transplant from New York City and their confections and goods were meant to be Vegan, Lactose-free, and basically, just free of what makes baked goods good, and I guess bad. To be honest, I only bought a cookie for a kid, (a human kid, not a goat) and did not inquire how he enjoyed it. But I am thinking if the cookie was truly vegan and lactose-free than he would have longed for what he knows a cookie should taste like. I also saw, ding dong cupcakes that reminded me of the one's that Sprinkles sells. I also saw that they have chess games on Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. so that might be an experience I one day show up for. So this place does have a lot going for it, but it seems to me, more like a tourist stop to gawk in, and not a shop to indulge in. I may be wrong, I often am, I guess I am trying to give a balanced account of my experience, and do not want to turn the place's pink promise into a pink dread for anyone. Plus, if anyone needs a pink buret in a clutch, this place has some for sale. So they have that going for them. read more

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Unfortunately, the only positive part of this bakery is the aesthetic, but no amount of pretty pictures can undo all the bad of this shop. As a gluten-free, dairy-free girl, I was so excited to finally try this NYC transplant shop. Upon walking-in I had a moment of hope because it smelt divine, but that is where the positives began and ended. The customer service was apathetic at best. The pastry case where all the baked goods were looked humid and dirty, which should have been reason enough to leave empty-handed, but we ordered anyways. We got a cinnamon roll, a brownie bite, and a mini vanilla cake. All together it came out to be $28.95, which is pretty dang high for what we received. We tried the brownie bite first. It was tolerable and the cocoa flavor was forgiving, but it was definitely not fresh and was simply edible. The cinnamon roll was a bit more fresh and flavorful. However, I wouldn't call it a cinnamon roll. It was more like a dense cinnamon cake. The mini vanilla cake was the biggest joke of my life. It looked so cute, but it was absolutely disgusting. It tasted like it was days old. It had no flavor and just had an awful grainy texture that crumbled apart everywhere. The frosting was rock hard and tasted like nothing but pure sugar. Personal preference aside, the cake shouldn't have been sold or served to customers period. I was beyond disappointed in my experience here. This is not a bakery I would return to or recommend. read more

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Love this place. Not only are the cakes, cupcakes & cookies are so unique and cute. They taste absolutely delicious. Everyone was really sweet. I will definitely come back to buy more treats. My favorite was the powdered blueberry donut. read more

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Stopped in for a quick bite as we were waiting for a table at a nearby restaurant to open up. We tried the Maple Donut and it was pretty tasty. Soft with a generous maple glaze. read more

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Cute shop with great service. We tried a few things and I loved the carrot cake donut!

Very disappointed with this bakery...Their tiny dry cinnamon rolls are $10.50 each and strategically, the prices aren't posted next to the baked good items in the case, so it was a fun surprise to find out the single cinnamon roll was going to cost me more than a bowl at Chipotle. LOL Pro tip: If you're going to have Celiac Disease, make sure you're rich first! read more

The $8.5 strawberry matcha wasn't even whisked. They got me slurping up straight matcha powder it was genuinely nasty. Also you can not taste the minimal strawberry sauce they put in. We also got a cinnamon roll ($11) and strawberry shortcake ($14) which was as unfortunate tasting as the baristas attitude. Cinnamon roll was unbelievably dense and strawberry shortcake tasted like artificial jam. read more

Erin McKenna's Bakery - Strawberry matcha - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Everything is just way too sweet with zero nuance to the flavor profile. In other words, everything tastes the same. I would have scored it lower, but I appreciate that they are gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free. If you like cloyingly sweet baked goods, this place is for you. read more

My go to spot when I want a vegan, gluten free dessert. I'm not strictly vegan anymore but still come often. They always have a variety of treats. Love experiencing the Larchmont energy whenever I visit on the weekend. read more

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Obsessed with this lovely vegan, allergen free bakery and every time I'm in the Larchmont area, this is a must visit! They have quite the selection of baked goods and while it is on the pricey side, it's an indulgent treat that's well worth the cost! I came here to get one of my favorite items, which is the black and white cookie. I love the soft, crumbly texture and the decadent creamy frosting. It had just the right amount of sweetness to allow me to eat the entire cookie in one sitting without feeling gross after. They have a cute little seating area right outside the store to enjoy your treat. The service was also great and very friendly and helpful. I will definitely be back soon for more treats! read more

Erin McKenna's Bakery - Black and White Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute vegan bakery conveniently located in the center of Larchmont! Everything was delicious but a little dry. The person behind the counter was super sweet and knowledgeable about all the options. They don't have a public restroom. There's barely any seating and this is more of a grab and go place. read more

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Amazing!!! I recently had to give up gluten. It's been the best thing for me. Finding this place has been super great when wanting that something sweet. If you don't know... then figure it out! Because you won't be disappointed. This place is amazing and they go the extra mile to make it a perfect experience for everyone! read more

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I've been coming here for about 12 years, and Erin's baked goods just keep getting better. Anything with that coconut cream frosting is absolutely incredible! The carrot cake slice I had yesterday was divine, and my recent favorites are the blueberry lemon loaf and coffee cake which are pure heaven. I also have to mention the wonderful staff. They're always so friendly, offering great recommendations and carefully packing up my treats. Their kindness truly makes my visits even more special. A big shoutout to them for always brightening my day! read more

Editing: Do I think Erin will see this edit? Prob not. But I think it's imperative for those reading the reviews of her business for me to state that what she shared is incorrect. I was NOT offered an apology, AND I was there while the staff conferred in a huddle about where it came from, not what to do about it. The young guy came back to tell me they thought it was from a sponge (who cares?!) and offered a new tea cake. I said sure out of annoyance and watched as he inspected the tea cakes, and it looked like he found more string. That's when I left. I DID wait for a solution, but bounced when I was met with apathy and nothing. The staff here should be ashamed of how they reacted to this. While the majority of my purchase was on a gift card, I did pay a remaining balance of $2 something. Small, paltry, but that doesn't matter because what bothered me, aside from finding a foreign object in my food (again, HOW MUCH DID I EAT?!?), was that the staff was woefully apathetic. NO apology. NO real solution. Just a lot of "uhhhhhh" while they looked annoyed at ME. I stand by what I said, and I'm glad I filed a report with LA, but isn't it odd that she didn't reply until AFTER the inspection? No, I don't want to email you, Erin. You've shown your hand; I'll be sure to continue to disuade people with allergies from choosing your obnoxiously priced baked items. Hard pass. ---------------------------------------- Hey so uh, don't go here. I just had a blueberry lemon loaf slice with my friend, and I found a BLUE STRING IN IT. How much of it did we eat before I noticed?? I went in to tell/show them, they huddled behind the counter wondering where it was from, and then the tall boy came back to say it was probably from a sponge. I DON'T CARE WHERE IT'S FROM. All he offered was to replace it. I said "okay", and he was inspecting the loaf slices, and it looked like he found MORE string. I said "never mind" and left. No refund, and definitely no apology. Just people with poor customer service skills who didn't care that they have foreign objects in the food they're making. The health department should shut you down. I used to come here all the time. I'm Celiac, severely lactose intolerant, and the fact that there was someone catering to those of us with allergies was incredible. But once cupcakes jumped to $7 a few years ago, I stopped. I only came in because an out-of-state friend got me a gift card. (The cupcakes are $9 now, and they're small.) Erin, if you're reading this, we used to follow each other on Instagram. I removed you as a friend a few years back, and I just need you to know how incredibly disappointed I am in you and your product. Nothing tastes good anymore, and it's clear you're more interested in catering to the wealthy than those of us with severe allergies. Yeah, prices have gone up because supply costs have, but not "$9 for a cupcake" much. No wonder you've had two shops close. What a shame. You used to do good. read more

I bought two cupcakes today from this place. I had half of each cupcake. The vanilla cupcake was too dry. It was too cold , like sitting inside the fridge cold. The carrot cupcake was really cold as well. I had to microwave both of them for like 10 seconds to room temperature. And the icing on both cupcakes is too sweet. I enjoyed the carrot cupcake more than the vanilla cupcake. However the cupcakes did look cute so i'll give them that. (: But are they worth $ 9 . 80 each? No. I'd say probably $4 - $5 At Most for the quality & flavor.. Overall i'd rate 3/5 , Would i buy again? most likely Not. Would i recommend? Sure , Hopefully the other desserts this place offers are better , more yummy & warmer. (: read more

Erin McKenna's Bakery - Half of the Vanilla Cupcake & Half of the Carrot Cupcake - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is the cutest little girly pop bakery in LA! It's 100% vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and kosher. I ordered the agave chocolate crumb cake and chocolate cupcake with vanilla frosting. I couldn't even tell that it was vegan and gluten-free! The cake was so moist and not overly sweet. As for the frosting though, I usually prefer a more fluffy frosting. Overall, this bakery is such an amazing alternative for those with food allergies! Would love to come back and try more of their desserts. read more

I first tried Erin McKenna's Bakery years ago when it was called Babycakes. Everything is vegan, gluten free, and soy free. Since they use coconuts, it's not considered nut free because the FDA categorizes coconuts as tree nuts. I recently stopped by for my husband who has a sweet tooth. However, he can't indulge like he used to after he found out he has some food allergies. I remember that I used to order the Coffee Crunch Donut (3.5 stars). The texture of the donut is more like a moist muffin rather than the more familiar texture of a cake or yeast donut. The coffee flavor is just right with a yummy crunchy topping. However, it was a little too sweet for me that I only need a few bites to satisfy my dessert craving. We also tried the Maple Donut (2 stars) and Samoa Donut (3.5 stars), which had good coconut flavor. My husband loved and devoured the donuts. The frosting on the Brownie Chocolate Cupcake (2 stars) was too sweet even for my husband after one tiny bite. The texture and flavor of the chocolate cake was good, but I've had better vegan gluten free chocolate cupcakes. The slice of the Double Chocolate Crumble Cake (4 stars) was more moist. It was a chocolaty decadent delight, and it was my husband's favorite item. The space is small. It started to feel even smaller once there were five other customers in the bakery trying to get a glimpse of the display case. The service was 3 stars. The staff isn't very friendly every time I've been here. They just take and fill your order. I'm intrigued to try other items. Overall, it's a 3.5 stars place, and I'm rounding up to 4 stars because my husband is happy that there is a bakery in which the whole menu is safe for him eat. read more

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Walked in and got some cupcakes spontaneously after brunch. Sticker shock at $8.95 a cupcake aside, they were absolute TRASH. The cupcakes were stale, and the frosting was like biting into solid soybean oil. Absolutely foul. I imagine two week old cupcakes sitting at the bakery at Walmart would be better than this. Avoid this place like the plague. A disgrace to Larchmont. read more

Lovely little shop with welcoming decorations located on Larchmont Blvd. Pros: This entire shop gluten-free, nut-free facility, and vegan. (Though they work with coconut) So many options for several dietary restrictions and worth a for a sweet fix. Fun: They have mystery boxes for $16! If you're with a some friends and want to share a bunch of sweets and chat, this is a cute place to stop by. Cons: The desserts were pretty bland and dry. It's almost like they weren't sweet and also grainy. I realize that vegan and gluten-free desserts can be on the drier side but definitely not worth the price point in my opinion. Also, did not love the vibes of the girls serving us as we had questions and did not feel welcome though nobody was in late Sunday. read more

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WHAT A CUTE BAKERY !! My fiancé and I were walking around in the neighbor and say this colorful shop and of course we had to stop in and take a look. Everything here is gluten-free and vegan. The missy behind the counter was super friendly and took her time explaining everything they have to offer on their menu read more

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Not only did I have a delicious gluten-free bagel and lemon loaf slice tjat is completely vegan and gluten free and dirty vanilla chai drink - the woman overheard I had wanted my bagel toasted (I had not asked and they had already given it to me and could not take it back , understandably) - she came out and gave me a new toasted bagel for free. SO kind and considerate she did not have to do that! That is the sweetest customer service. Wish I lived here so I could frequent this place. Alice, you a real one read more

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So appreciate an allergy-friendly bakery! I prefer the Orlando Downtown Disney location as it has more variety and isn't so focused on Goldbelly, but still a great stop with outdoor seating! Thanks team for all the treats! read more

I'm surprised to see so many 4 star reviews. I'm always looking for w fantastic vegan bakery and Erin McKenna is my first choice. Everything I've tried has been extraordinary. From cakes to donuts. The only disappointment was the black and white cookie which for me was missing a fluffy donut texture. This is a must try! read more

I was really excited to try these beautifully designed cupcakes, but unfortunately, the experience didn't quite meet my expectations. At $17 for two, I was hoping for something fresh and soft, but the cupcakes were cold and quite firm--similar in texture to prepackaged vegan cupcakes I've seen at Whole Foods, though a bit denser. I've had fresh vegan cupcakes before with soft, creamy frosting, so I was expecting a similar texture here. Because of how hard and cold they were, it was difficult to really enjoy or even judge the flavor. They might taste better warmed up, but I wasn't aware they were served chilled when I bought them. A heads-up or suggestion to warm them would've been really helpful. The designs are absolutely beautiful and the concept is great, but I think a little more clarity at purchase and a tweak to the texture could really elevate the experience. read more

My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this bakery this morning and decided to try one of their black-and-white cookies, which cost $8 (already on the pricey side). Typically, cookies like this are soft and ready to eat, but this one was rock hard--so hard he could barely bite through it. We actually thought something was wrong, so we went back to the bakery. We ended up speaking with three different employees, and every single one said there was "nothing they could do." Eventually, we were told the cookie was frozen, and they had forgotten to mention that we were supposed to let it thaw before eating it. Had we known that, we never would have bought it. Then someone who appeared to be the owner stepped in and repeated that all sales are final, and the only thing they could offer was store credit--which is outrageous, considering we were sold something that was literally not edible. I've never been to a food establishment that refuses to refund an item that is unsafe to eat. Charging $8 for a frozen, rock-hard cookie that could easily chip a tooth or veneer is unacceptable. The complete lack of accountability from the staff and management was honestly unbelievable. We'll be reporting this to the appropriate health authorities, because selling frozen baked goods without warning customers is a serious issue. We also create content on social media and will be sharing our full experience across our platforms so others can avoid wasting their money here. Absolutely not recommended. read more

Got the Salted caramel, it was great. Looking forward to coming back for the powdered blue berry

I mean this with full sincerity, this place sucks. $25 for a tiramisu & a cookie sandwich? Lmfao a joke. The cookies were stale and cold as hell. And the frosting tasted like store bought pillsbury icing. The tiramisu was disgusting. As a person with celiac anytime I see a fully GF spot I applaud their bravery. If the prices weren't so horrendous here I would've given them a 2.5/5 but god damn. Terrible read more

I'm not going to lie, this place was crazy expensive. But it was worth every penny to get my old favorites in a gluten free version. The black and white cookie is one of those things that I have missed most since my Celiac diagnosis. They have it here GF and it is to die for! And another thing I've missed is my favorite Girl Scout cookies- Samoas. They have a samoa donut that's a pretty close copy and SO good! The last thing I tried was the cinnamon roll. That was also amazing! Erin McKenna's let me enjoy things I thought I would never get to have again, at least not in a delicious version. Cuz let's face it, there's a lot of dry, not so tasty GF versions of things that leave you feeling like you're still missing out. Not here. I recommend 100%. read more

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Been coming here for a decade and its still my favorite. It's not just "good for gluten free or vegan," it's just flat-out some of the best donuts and cake in the city, period. I bring fellow wheat/gluten sensitive friends to Erin McKenna's it blows their mind every time. I bring gluten eaters here and they're shocked how good gluten-free could be. This place is in its own league. I came looking to place an order and was surprised at the lower rating so I felt compelled to balance it out. This place is awesome, and the staff are always sweet and pleasant. I follow the company on Instagram where they post all sorts of cute creations and funny customer service stories (willing to bet some of the negative reviews come from the very same impatient/bizarre customers they've discussed). Erin McKenna, herself, is a fascinating and witty personality as well, with an incredible backstory and attitude to follow. Highly recommend giving this little bakery your attention. read more

Unfortunately I spent a ton of money on 3 items just for one to come with a hair in it. Had to throw out all the items as I was grossed out & would never want to eat any of that & ofc would never want to offer them to my guests. Gross experience, I'm always looking for vegan spots near me to support but I sadly won't be back. Wish them better food safety procedures in the future. read more

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I don't love this place. I appreciate the amount of options that they have but they're not baking throughout the day so if you go anytime in the afternoon, the pastries are very dry. I also really don't like their Postmates mystery box they give no variety. read more

It's a very small shop but it's pretty charming. Good luck with parking in this area. It's challenging. The famous cinnamon crumble cake is good. It's also $8.50 per slice although you do get a big piece. I think it's expensive for what it is but that's just me. They have other cakes, donuts, pastries, etc. and everything looked very attractive. Everything is vegan here and, although I'm not a vegan, I respect the effort. read more

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Incredible!! The best I cannot even describe how delicious these pastries are. I ordered banana bread it was very moist and delicious not too sweet just perfect. The carrot cupcake was super fresh with moist grated carrot. The Samoa donut was a true show stopper from the frosting to the moist bread just nailed it even better than a Samoa cookie . The cookie was perfect chewy and crunchy in one. The chocolate cake had a topping of brownie like fudge and it was soooo good and my favorite buttercream vanilla cake slice was just jaw dropping good. Nothing felt overly sweet and was very perfectly balanced. I highly recommend , super cute nice piping on the cake too ! read more

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Lemon blueberry tamales are the best I've ever had!! Everytime. Their donuts are dry I tried a dry hard carrot cupcake never again. Very expensive read more

Erin McKenna's has the best desserts and baked goods. The donuts, cookies, and cupcakes are delicious. The food is always presented nicely, served by a kind and knowledgable staff, in a cutely decorated shop. These treats are light and healthy, and the entire bakery doesn't use gluten, animal products, most tree nuts or chemical dyes. This is a high quality allergen friendly location that I highly recommend. read more

Erin McKenna's Bakery - Salted Caramel Donut - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Years ago, I was gifted the Babycakes cookbook, and on a trip to LA, realized that Erin McKenna has a bakery here! I put it high on my list of places to visit, and I'm glad I did. The shop is super cute, and everything looked great! It is mostly takeaway, but there are a couple of seats available. Unfortunately, the service left a bit to be desired. Since it was my first visit, I asked the person at the register what her favorites were so that I could narrow down the choices. Her response? ***"I don't really eat this stuff." *** With a completely straight face. Ummmmm not a huge selling point. I dug in - "So, you're not a big sweets person?" I wanted to know if I should turn right around and walk out...were these treats really that bad??? She says, "No, it just doesn't taste as good without the gluten." Ughhhhh I hate this so much, like obviously gluten is delicious and there's a reason why someone would choose this for health or diet reasons. Your staff hating on it is honestly terrible, and really sad. At least say what the popular items are if you don't actually eat it yourself. I digress. We got a vanilla cupcake with chocolate frosting, a chocolate chip cookie, a maple donut, and a cinnamon roll. All were very much enjoyed (I loved the cinnamon roll heated) and had great taste and texture. They didn't have an "off" flavor of alternative flours. I'd recommend this spot to anyone looking for treats that meet their dietary requirements. tl;dr: 4 stars for the baked goods, 2 stars for the service. read more

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Lovely gluten-free bakery with super sweet goodies. Carrot cake bites were delicious. They're also on the Too Good To Go app if you want give them a try on a budget and help reduce food waste! read more

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