I remember my uncle would leave really early in the morning and come back with pastries from this bakery more than 30 years ago! I recently moved back to San Pedro and found this bakery again and I got request to bring with me on a getaway weekend with the women in my family. Got up at 6 am on a Friday morning and got a dozen of the pastries. It was still warm and so delicious. I had to sneak a taste. They served me really fast, but it is cash only. Still as good as we remembered! read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place... i'm not very good at making it during their open hours, but it's such a treat when I do! Love the family that runs it. Easy to get a parking spot in the neighborhood. Excellent make goods, and their pizza fresh hot out of the oven is like heaven. read more

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Been a long, LONG time since I was actually in store. As a young high school toodlum, we visited at lunch almost daily. In those days, they were across from the tennis courts at Daniel's Field. Pizza slices were a quarter and absolutely delicious. While that location has long since closed, the "newer" location 3 blocks north still delivers. The pizza is flat out phenomenal, the croissants are sweet, soft and utterly delectable and the proprietors are just as sweet as I remember. Only issue is this.. and it's the same with multiple mom and pop places in Pedro... They are cash only!!! Keep that in mind, bring cash and enjoy!!! read more

Joseph's Bakery - Early morning deliciousness... - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute lil bakery that you will miss if you don't know it's there. Walk in and you feel nostalgic! We ordered pizza at 930am and only cheese was left. Pizza is soft and great cheese and sauce ratio perfect for this time of day. The only pastries left were brownies and peanut butter cookies. Top notch quality desserts. We got hungry again and went at 1pm but everything sold out. I did see people picking up orders so maybe that's a better option. Bring Cash. Street Parking is good. read more

Omg when I tell you the quality of these baked goods are out of this world. I can not believe I have never been here before. The best item here is the cheese pizza (will go back to try the pepperoni) got a brownie and chocolate chip cookie. The cookie! omfg I wish I did not gobble the whole thing in one sitting. I didn't catch the friendly workers name but looks family owned & recognized him from an old newspaper they had on the wall. He mentioned we can always call ahead so when we get there we don't have to wait. I will be back tysm! read more

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What a Gem! I was looking for an authentic Italian Bakery for rolls and found Joe's on Yelp. I traveled to.San Pedro as it is a hrrat place for Italian food and Bakeries. OMG so glad I found this place! Rosa (one of the owners).greeted me as I walked in. Very friendly and helpful. She's the real deal from Italy,.and has been working there for 48 years! Her husband started the bakery a few years before that. Truly a Mom and Poo family owned and run business. I stopped in just before closing and happy to know they still had what I came for, 4 dozen rolls! They were freshly baked too! There were still a few goodies in their cage and I picked up some Italian Cookies (with lemon glaze). Outstanding and very large! Prices were very reasonable especially for the quality. Note - cash or check only! Bring cash! Check the hours out as they open early and close at 2pm. The store is tucked in a residential area with lots of street parking. There's a 15 min spot right out in front. Very small store front with one bakery case but looks like a larger bakery in the back. Excellent bakery and definitely plan to back, especially to chat with Rosa! read more

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Tuna and time again this amazing pastry is one of my favorites. Always nice to say hello to George and his mom. Will definitely keep coking back read more

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So many yummy treats! Worth the drive from Torrance to San Pedro. I'm planning to return soon and get a piece of their cheese pizza too read more

My 1st time stopping there after so many trips to Daniel's Field for football and soccer. A hidden treasure in San Pedro and worth a trip off the main streets! Various types of baked goods - my son said the lemon bars seemed to have real lemon zest and flavor. Brownies await and look great. I came for the pizza and am sure it will not disappoint. George was a great host and seems like a true fan of San Pedro sports and schools! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The retail space is a bit tight, but there's a tv with sports in it and a counter to see baked goods.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We got in at a quiet minute then back-to-back-to-back order pick ups arrived do it is still popular.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Street parking. The store is really carry out only and cash - no cards accepted - but a couple of other electronic payments are good - ask read more

Joseph's Bakery - Pretty minimal retail area, but all is packed up well. - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Went to JB on Saturday around 07:00. Got a slice of cheese pizza ($3.00) and some croissants ($1.25 each). I liked the pizza. Nice mild sauce. The cheese was gooey. The crust was more of a thin type with good texture. The croissant is not the French style. It's more like a tasty dinner roll with a croissant shape. The inside was nice and airy. There's also a slight sweet glaze on the top. It tasted really good after 15 seconds in the microwave. I also wanted to try their chocolate chip cookies. However, they just sold out and the next batch would not be ready until 09:00. The service was super friendly. JB is located in the middle of a residential street. There's no formal parking so I ended up parking around the corner. read more

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Good pizza and good bread! Simple and satisfying. Service- N/A [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance- fast grab and go[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Ps. CASH ONLY AND check days of operation prior! read more

3 words! Go To Joseph's!!!! WHY ? Youll Love It! The pizza, the bread, the brownie, everything is so delicious! ***CASH ONLY*** read more

Joseph's Bakery - Old pic but just shows how much we love this place and how long we've been coming here! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I'm a massive fan of family owned business's and this is a must have I love getting out there early in the morning getting there delicious pizza lemon bars brownies food is 10/10 [[HIGHLIGHT]]place is a gem[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] great service. read more

I want to come back just for the service alone!!!! The food/ baked goods are good, but what I find to be superior here, is the service. You are greeted with the warmest welcome! The sweetest lady was helping me.... I arrived closer to closing and the selection available was minimal, but what they did have, I enjoyed. The brownies are superb!!!! Literally, one of the best brownies I've ever eaten. Maybe, it was because the service was so good, but I thoroughly enjoyed it! The cheese pizza is also yum. Personally, I'd skipped the lemon bar but definitely go for the brownie!!!! Yummy scrumptious! The prices are super reasonable, especially in comparison to other similar establishments, and parking was easy to find. I definitely recommend. : ) read more

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We first went to see collosus bakery but left because the prices are insane.for starters .$7 for one cookie. Went to Joseph's bakery up the street instead and the baked goods are delicious. You can taste the authenticity and original pastries are dreamy. Prices are affordable. Please support this establishment. read more

Joseph's Bakery - Long croissant , delicious!! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Yummy. But get there early. They run out because everything is so amazing. You can also pre-order.

Neighborhood go to bakery for the longest time. Love it is family owned. Met Rosa, George and Joseph. Always happy and friendly to see them. Their brownies and lemon bars are the best. Their cheese pizza is delicious. It's take out only. read more

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Wonderful family-owned neighborhood bakery! Everything is baked fresh daily, so once they sell out, that's it ...or you'll have to wait while they make more. I met the owner, and she's super friendly, taking time to explain each item. Just a heads up: it's cash only. A true local gem! read more

Joseph's Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A longtime neighborhood mom and pop bakery in San Pedro thats been around for several decades. Finally got a chance to stop by around 10am on a weekday after the rains cleared up on this current trip. Friendly owners, greeted warmly and had a nice conversation with her and a customer when i walked in. When I arrived most of the pastries were sold out but luckily there was more cheese pizzas in the back. Grabbed a couple slices of the cheese pizzas and 2 lemon bars.... Cash only too which wasnt a problem. Pizzas are straight up legit, the cheese, tomato sauce and crust is straight up awesome and has that timeless feels. Get there early, snooze or lose.....5 stars. read more

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At L-O-N-G, long last!!! As a die-hard Pedran at heart born at the Ft. MacArthur hospital and lived in two different apartments with my folks before moving into 1116 W. 13th St. (NW 13th & Leland, Nov 1959-Feb 1962), I was regularly treated to a cookie from this venerable Italian bakery's original location (next to Daniels Field) on Mom's regular walks with my younger sister and me to different places in the vicinity. With an institution that fabulous (the name was too far above my line of sight; otherwise i would've remembered since I was a self-taught reader from age 18 months), one can only imagine my disappontment when I'd "come home" from nearby Cypress as a teen/young adult and be unable to find it. It wasn't until late 2024 that someone on one of the several Pedro-focused Facebook groups brought up Joseph's and a couple of respondents said that they'd been going there since it was at its original spot (albeit unidentified). Reading that aroused my suspicion that Joseph's was the missing link from my Pedro-of-yore palate, so I finally stopped by two days ago (4 Dec 2025). To my delight, Joseph's wife (who HAS to be in her early-to-mid 90s yet easily passes for late '70s/early '80s, so spry and sharp she is), confirmed I wasn't losing my mind for 60+ years (I'm now 66) and oroceeded to hand me the besr, moistest dark chocolate brownie from scratch I've had next to my own! [[HIGHLIGHT]]She rang it up on none other than an old-faahioned, golden-gilded register with black and white numbers!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The best cheese pizza I've ever had at a great price. The owners are so friendly and helpful. I wish it wasn't as far as it is from my home, but it's with the trip by extra de freeze so that you can easily re-warm it and enjoy it when you want read more

The best bakery ever! So welcoming and friendly. The pastries and pizza are so delicious! And the price is right too especially in this economy! read more

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Not sure where the 1 stars are coming from but theyre a total surprise. I have been eating Josephs pizza since I was a child, and let me tell you, you can't find better morning pizza (or pizza in general) that beats Josephs Pizza. It is a very unique place (mom and pop shop) that has been around for years and offer very delicious pastries and of course what theyre best known for -- pizza. Never have I been disappointed while picking up food here. Not to mention, the family who owns this mom and pop shop are nothing short of respectful, kinda and always greet you with a smile and good energy. Yes, they tend to run out of items by 9am at times, but that is understandable considering they make only a certain amount of pastries -- basically first come first served. A lot of times theyre pizza is sold but theyre always cooking new batches, so there may be a short 10-15min wait for a new batch. You simply tell them what you want and they put it to the side for you. The croissants (regular, sugar, or white icing covered) are delicious along with theyre cookies of all sorts. Will never stop going here for my morning pizza/pastry satisfaction. read more

I fought traffic for 45 minutes to get to this bakery at 11:45am. Drove up, down, all around to get to this location. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was no bigger than my bathroom so I knew right away there wouldn't be much product.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And sure enough there was only a dozen pieces of bread. She said that was day old that remained. I told her I went through hell to get there and all she said was I'm sorry. I responded with I'm sorry I came down to this establishment. read more

This was my first visit to Joseph's Bakery and safe to say I was impressed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a nice little bakery hidden away in the heart of San Pedro![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I was immediately greeted by the owner and the service was great! They offer goods such as Pizzas, pastries, and other sweet baked goods! tip: Either show up really early if you want to find specific goods or pastries because they all run out fast! And I mean fast!!! They are very nice enough that if you call in early they can make you warm pizza ahead of time! I loved this place and will soon be back for more! read more

Super yummy mom and Pop bakery Their cookies are out of this world But tell me why I'm always craving it on a Sunday when they're closed lol read more

This is an iconic, San Pedro, staple fresh pastries, and it just feels good walking in the door the smell. The first time I walked in the man at the counter knew I was a first-time customer and welcomed to me. I told him I'd tried the pizza from here several times my friend picks up slices and puts them in the air fryer. they also have this pizza at the corner store or at least they used to and I would go in there and get a slice from Peggy Joseph's bakery. Don't ever change a thing it's perfect so wonderful having a neighborhood bakery with so much history. Ask anyone in San Pedro that's lived here their whole life. Joseph's bakery is a name that comes up constantly and deserves your attention go early because sometimes they run out of certain things read more

Call ahead, yes call ahead to place order and walk in and make sure you get what you want. Pizza slice is delicious even for breakfast, the misses will take your order. She is very nice and a joy to talkj with on a morning day. read more

Ordered a couple of their pizzas for a work potluck and had two coworkers battling rock-paper-scissors for the last slice. I honestly should've just taken it bc I lowkey wanted the last slice. The pizza in my opinion is a combination of both NY and Detroit style pizza. It comes in a rectangle rather than a circle and the dough is not too fluffy. You only get two options: cheese or pepperoni which makes decision-making a lot easier. This bakery also offers other baked goods that I am looking forward to try the next time I come here. The bread looks so soft and fluffy, I just want to stick my face in it like those videos you see online. Heads up, I believe this place is cash only so be prepared! read more

From the cookies to the brownies and the fresh croissant. Joseph's bakery hits the spot. On your way to drop kids off at school. Stop n get some treats to start off their day to make their tummy full. Or better yet or a pizza. Love love this bakery read more

Everything is fresh and is so delicious! Owners are amazing people too! I usually have a list, but sometimes treats are sold out. I have to try something new, and am never disappointed with the substitute, which ends up on the next list. However, if you have to choose one or two treats, try the sweet rolls with the cream, which are an indulgent dessert, and the lemon cookies are an all-time favorite at all family gatherings. Once again, the family that runs this institution are the best kind of bakers, who truly know their craft, and proudly display their genius everyday. The only time I was disappointed, is when I saw they were closed for their vacation. Oh well, they certainly earned their rest. God bless this shop of lifelong yummiest memories. read more

Great pizza, great cookies and brownies. Call ahead for pizza orders. I've been going there since 1990.

First of all, the people who work here are SO NICE. I think maybe they're the owners? Both the older lady and the man are always so kind and genuine. I love people who deeply care about their customers and the quality of the products they sell. Second of all, it is the most inexpensive bakery I've been to in the South Bay. You can get a PB cookie for $1 and most of the baked goods are less than $3 including their BOMB lemon bar which I tried for the first time today. Their brownies are the best bakery brownies I've had, super chewy and fudgy and remind me of the types of brownies I ate growing up. Thirdly, my husband, who is a pizza fanatic from New Jersey, loves their pizza. Even though I'm not that into pizza I also agree that their pizza slices are super comforting. I really just love everything about Joseph's Bakery. I know they're a San Pedro institution and based off of my experiences I can see why they're so popular! read more

Joseph's Bakery - Italian wedding cookies, brownies, chocolate chip cookies, peanut butter cookie and a croissant type roll - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Everything was homemade and my favorite thing to get is a brownie the lady that gave me the brownie is really really nice

The cutest bakery ever with a very sweet and welcoming family. Located in the San Pedro community this place is a win. Parking is on the street and it is recommended that you call in your order ahead of time because it sells out quickly. Once gone that's it so call ahead or get there early. Only cash is accepted so plan ahead. The quality of baked goods are simply the best. I ordered a dozen of mixed croissants. It comes with a variety of breads some with sugar and others with frosting. If in the area definitely give this small gem a try. read more

Joseph's Bakery - Mixed dozen of croissants - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Joseph's provided me with cookie keepsakes for my guests at a Masters Degree celebration. Several of them asked about their origin!! Gladly referred them to Joseph's!! read more

Joseph's Bakery - Jospeh's signature and delicious chocolate chip cookie inside for each guest! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Yes, yes and more yes. Everything about this classic Italian-American bakery is correct. The baked goods are stellar (don't forget a chocolate chip cookie too) and the service was complete with a nice, older woman who I imagined lovingly baked it all. You won't regret stopping here. Not many places in the world still act like this. This is in the heart of LA's under-the-radar Little Italy enclave. read more

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I love this place. When I think about what I love about my home town of San Pedro, I think of small, mom and pop places like this and smile. The son who works there feels like a salt of the earth guy, affable, cheerful, and implacably optimistic. I was blessed to meet the mom there last time I went, getting pizza, rolls, and cookies. I came up a bit short that day in the cash department, a few cents. I told her that I'd head out and bring what I owed in a few minutes. "Nonsense," she said, and handed me the box with a smile and told me to have a good day. That's not just a business, she's a great neighbor. I can't tell you how sad I am when I come by looking for rolls or a brownie only to find that they are on vacation, which they do for a few weeks out of the year. God knows, they've earned it. Just a beautiful place, and a beautiful family. read more

Went in today for two slices and the person before me ordered all that was left at that moment so when it was my turn the lady told me that all pizza was gone and it would be 20 minutes for new pizza for me so I waited and when I got back I wondered why she didn't tell me be careful it's hot... I got two cold (and what I believe is old bcuz crust was super hard) pizzas... gave 4 stars bcuz I love their pizza, croissants and peanut butter cookies and I'm hoping this was a one time issue... read more

Joseph's Bakery - Not fresh cheese ;( - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The owner is so delightful!!! Oh, the baked goods are delicious too but I really enjoy visiting with the owner. She is so welcoming.