Great neighborhood bakery in the heart of ocean park! We stopped in for lunch and shared a salad and sandwich and it was the perfect amount of food for two people. They have an amazing selection of baked goods and great coffee. Perfect for breakfast or lunch. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Little Gem Salad - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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This review is specifically about the service I've received on the carry-out side of this restaurant. A place whose breads, pizza, pastries I absolutely love. I have meetings here, casual lunches, meet-ups of one sort or another. It pains me to give it only one star in terms of service. This is the 3rd time I've experienced being overlooked standing in line to order, by the same wait person - a young man, bright smile, animated personality. The 3rd time, unfortunately, is the charm and I will have to give Jyan Issac a pass! Each instance has involved, first, simply not being seen (i.e., invisible) standing in line. In this recent moment, I'm in line wearing an orange hat, red sunglasses, an orange tee shirt and at least 3 inches taller than woman standing behind me! I am a black woman. The young man and the woman know each other, start a friendly conversation and then he proceeds to take her order. When he finally recognizes he'd skipped over me, he stops and takes my order. He struggles when it comes to even listening to my order. I always have to repeat myself and still, often unsuccessful. I say, "to go" and it comes out plated to eat in. I say, "not toasted" and he has to ask again. Same guy. Same story. He always apologizes profusely and gives me a free pastry to compensate. I've gotten 3 free pastries, same reason, same person. These kinds of consistent occurrences would spark a more animated response from some folks, justifiably. However "nice" this server is, he also seems unable to see me in front of him. I do intend to share this pattern of customer service with my multicultural circle of friends and colleagues, who also love this place. read more

I've seen this place pop up on my FYP so I had to come and check it out during the weekend. I actually came a little after the lunch rush at 2PM so while the selection of breads may have been a little less, I preferred it as I was still able to order brunch items without the crowds. I have been obsessed with bagels with salmon roe after having it in Santa Barbara so I had to try their version with their everything bagel. I enjoyed the chew of the bagel and they have a nice ratio of cream cheese/roe. The onions added a nice contrast of flavors with the dill and made it so it wasn't too savory. I'd get it again! I also don't usually crave a meatball sub but when I see it on a menu I have to get it! The sandwich was flavorful but the meatball fell a part a bit so less meatball sandwich but the meat was tender and blended well with the sauce. The cheese was perfectly melted and they even provide extra dipping sauce on the side. I would prefer a different type of bread or have it a little less toasted next time though. All in all, I see the hype of the place and would be keen to come back and try their other breakfast items and bread to bring home. read more

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jyan isaac bread: located right nxt to layla bagel in santa monica. theyre known for their freshly baked bread and bagels. i got the half order of the smoked white fish on a sesame bagel. the bagel itself was a little less chewy and slightly more crispy compared to laylas. first time trying smoked white fish and theirs was 10/10. v light smoky flavor w fresh toppings. kinda pricy tho- $14 for half but they do load it up on the white fish so guess its worth it. we came on a sat around 10:30 and the wait was p long tho . and right nxt door was laylas (and in terms of quality vs price vs portions, i do think laylas won). (already have a few posts abt laylas so wont make a separate again). i also saw they have a seating area in the back for actual breakfast items so would def wanna come back to try those. read more

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Ordered the full gravlax works on an everything bagel! Delicious. A bit pricy for a bagel- 20 dollars?? But you know how it is in LA. nonetheless, I love a gravlax bagel and this one had a great salmon to bagel to cream cheese to tomato to onion ratio. Every bite had salmon! I split this with a friend so we basically each had one half, but ordering the full was cheaper than ordering two half's! The area is also really cute so I recommend walking around and checking out the shops! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

5/6/2026 First time at Jyan Isaac. Wanted to try their bagels, so didn't think of getting other breads, although I knew they were more known for their breads. HALF BAGEL W/ SCHMEAR (UNTOASTED) Half sesame bagel, untoasted with jalapeño cream cheese. Wanted to try it untoasted. Wrong choice! However, the bagel is definitely packed with loads of sesame seeds. Bagel overall is okay. It did have a bit of a chew, but a bit too breadsy. They gave me a thicker slice of the bagel, which was nice, but untoasted, it was not good. The jalapeño cream cheese was packed with jalapeños! Spicy too! I think it would have been good if bagel was toasted and had other toppings. MATCHA STRAWBERRY COOKIE It was in their display case and I love matcha, so decided to get one. Don't think this is on their regular menu. It's a matcha cookie with strawberry flavored chocolate inside. Chewy and soft cookie. Outside is covered in white sesame seeds. The chocolate reminded me of Valrhona chocolate, really good quality chocolate! Matcha flavor was solid and had a great presence. SAVORY PAIN SUISSE Forgot the exact name, but it is a pain suisse with savory ingredients. It had thinly sliced meat and cornichons and baked with parmesan cheese crust. Ate it the next day after toasting it in toaster oven. It had a lovely crispy crunchy texture. The fillings were salty and savory. A bit odd to have slices of cornichon and thinly sliced meat, which reminded me of roast beef. I think there was a bit of mustard in it too. SESAME BAGEL, EVERYTHING BAGEL, PUMPERNICKEL BAGEL Got these as loose bagels to eat at home. Sesame and Everything bagel were both coated generously and evenly. As an untoasted bagel, I did not think it was great. Pumpernickel was the best of the three when eaten untoasted. Toasted was better, but I wasn't complete impressed. They did their best to slice it evenly, which I appreciated, but it was all on the drier side. I ate it simply with regular whipped cream cheese and I think these bagels needed more toppings. CUSTOMER SERVICE Really great customer service! Service was calm, yet friendly. The lines were slowly starting to form, but staff was not rushing anyone. Would love to return to try their breads and lunch menu! read more

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I finally found a lox bagel spot on the westside! Jyan Isaac has great quality bagels and lox. I got half order of the works which has pickled onions, dill, cream cheese on top. It was very delicious! I also got a whole loaf of sprouted seed sourdough from here and it was amazing!!!!! There were empty several tables outside on Saturday afternoon so it was super nice. Staffs were friendly and gave me recommendations on which sourdough to get :) read more

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I went during Coachella weekend and let me tell you that's the best time to go cause there's no line. But on a regular weekend be prepared to wait. I will say the bagel and the pastries are great. We got a the gravalox bagel, almond croissant, and the cereal milk French toast. The cereal milk French toast was the specific thing I wanted to try and it was delicious. I will say it's on the sweeter side. I didn't really taste the cereal milk, but it tasted more like a custard. Def bring friends to share. The bread itself tasted like a brioche, it was so soft and fluffy. Even though I came for the French toast I think I enjoyed the bagel more. The French was definitely delicious but the bagel was also really good. There's seating outside of the restaurant but it's also limited seating. Overall I had a really good experience at Jyan Isaac bread and will be coming back next Coachella read more

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I found myself thinking about their half bagel with cream cheese, tomato, onions, and dill. So, since I had an hour before I could pick up my car, I came here. Unfortunately, the whole thing fell apart on first bite ... capers went flying and cucumbers fell onto the table... 3 second rule prevailed. Bought a beautiful loaf of their bread but tbh, a bit disappointed with my repast... Ofc, I will return, but maybe next time I might try Layla's... Sorry Jyan Isaac but it was a bit too messy... read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Fugasse - Castelvetrano Olives - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Great bagel with excellent schmear. Super fresh toppings. Lovely hang on their relaxed patio. Really nice service. Also had a good Americano. Way prefer the consistency and taste of bagel over Layla's next door. Just my personal preference. read more

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Located in the lovely Ocean Park neighborhood is my absolute favorite bagel and bread spot! In my humble opinion, they have the best challah and gravlax bagels. This weekend I also tried the malted chocolate bread pudding, and I was blown away. But what really makes the experience at Jyan Isaac is the staff; Virginia and Alex are warm, friendly, and always genuinely happy to help. Gives it a community feel! read more

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I came to this cafe after seeing how popular it was when I visited Layla's. I have to say that the selection of bread and pastries were great, especially for the price. Had the chocolate chip cookie, and chocolate chips were in every bite that I had-- delicious! The service was quick and there were plenty of outdoor seating in the back of the shop. The gravlax works was good, although I had wish it came with more vegetables. There are options to upgrade your cream cheese like scallion cream. Would definitely come back for their pastries and bread. read more

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Small store, pretty packed at the time that I went. This place is so much better than Layla bagels like wildly. I only got the everything bagel, but it was pretty good. I mean look at it. Filled me up really fast so I did not finish the whole thing, but I think it was worth the shorter weight and the bagels are much thicker and fresher than Layla's which is right next door. Deserves the hype Layla gets! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Everything bagel w cream cheese - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Cookie was AMAZING so many chocolate chips and it was both crunchy and chewy in the center - 8.5/10. My only complaint is that they can't warm it up and its a bit tooo sweet. The miso caramel latte was really good but again very sweet and the miso made it salty... interesting to try but would not get again. Overall, 8/10 drink + cookie and overall great service and vibes!! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Chocolate Chip Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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HELLO THE BAGEL IS HUGE?? I find it extremely fascinating how Layla Bagels is right next door, although after having tried Jyan Isaac, I think they serve different audiences. Jyan Isaac has more diverse offerings beyond bagels, from bread to pastries, and their cream cheese is absolutely heavenly with its stronger flavor, reminiscent of Courage Bagels' cream cheese. The combination of everything actually on the bagel wins the Layla Laika but there's definitely still some room for improvement in the produce quality when compared to their competitor next door. However, there is no line here and a lot more seating while still capturing the vast majority of the bagel-eating experience! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

What a fantastic gem. Lovely place, friendly service, fantastic breads. Would I do a 30 min detour just to eat here (mandatory in my rating scheme to achieve five stars: oh yes! Can't wait to go again and enjoy their back patio in the sunset hours. read more

Cheat code: get up before everyone else in Los Angeles on Sunday morning and get damn near immediate access to one of the greatest bread lineups ever assembled. I was a little surprised to stumble upon this place while picking up an order at Layla Bagels for my wife. While I didn't try the bagels on this trip, I have reason to believe that the JI bagels may very well be the best on the block. I can speak directly to the quality of the other things that I did order. The croissant and brioche loafs were magical. The caneles were delicious. And while I didn't get to actually try the strawberry matcha cookie because my dog stole it off the counter, she surely seemed to enjoy it. Excited to dig further into the more savory offerings during my next visit. read more

Stopped by Juan Isaac Bread for breakfast this morning. 1. Salmon roe on sesame bagel with cream cheese and red onion: pungent, savory and delicious. The sesame bagel gave it extra flavor and crunch. The salmon roe popped in my mouth. It was fun to eat. Loved the flavor, texture and presentation. 2. Huckleberry scone - the sugar on top of the scone gave every bite a nice crunch. It was substantial and not dry. Very good. Service was excellent. There is a super cute fenced-in courtyard in the back. I really enjoyed sitting back there sipping my Americano while biting into the creamy bagel sandwich and sweet scone. I did all this while basking in the fall LA sunshine. I couldn't have asked for a better moment. It was utterly blissful. Namaste. read more

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My family had lunch here on a Thursday and it was great. The chicken katsu sandwich is unforgettable. We also had a slice of cacio e pepe pizza from Ghisallo, the cinammon roll and the little gem salad (the only thing that was overpriced in my opinion). We also got their chocolate chip cookie and a loaf of sourdough to go. It was a great experience and we really need to come back on a weekend for their brunch. I love that they have outdoor tables so we could hang with our dog. read more

I love Jyan Isaac so much always such a treat and I love showing this place to everyone I know. The staff is so sweet as always read more

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This is such a delightful weekend stop after Pilates down the street. Tiny shop that always smells of something savory being baked. Grab a sourdough loaf, sweet pastry, coffee, or slice of pizza and eat at the tables along Ocean Park or the hideaway in the back yard. I go for the tomato, caper, olive oil on everything bagel with cream cheese. Chef's kiss. Excellent staff, great selection, consistent quality, line is never too long. Overall win. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Bread racks - later in the day so most of it was sold out - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Find a better bacon, egg and cheese in the city. You will not. Insanely thick bacon, perfectly melted cheese, the sauce really makes it (though could've used a bit more as it got a little lost on one of my halves), and the egg was great. The bagel holds up really well. It's a very solidly sized sandwich yet somehow not going to leave you feeling grossly full. And the regular bagels with cream cheese are also the best I've found (that aren't the thin crispy style). Fluffy but not purely bread, in my opinion, and good amount of cream cheese. Cookie is also the best you'll find around. Only negative is the drinks, which are ok-ish but rarely actually hot. read more

I have been wanting to try this spot for quite some time because I have only heard great things about their bagel and bakery options. This little stretch of restaurants can get very busy, especially on weekends, so parking can be a bit of a challenge during the busy times. We were able to find a free spot in neighborhood behind the restaurant about a half block away so we got lucky, but also came early. The line here can get long sometimes, but it moves fast and I did not have to wait very long at all for my order. The menu is quite small, but it has a lot of great options on it and what really sets this place apart is just their overall bagel taste and quality; they are top-notch. They also have a lot of great bakery options from sweet to savory. Inside is small so the best place to sit will be outdoors right in front or just get it to go. For our first visit we chose the Gravlax Works on an Everything Bagel and a Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on a Plain Bagel. The Gravlax was fantastic. It's basically a lox bagel but elevated. The difference between the works and plain is the works has tomato and dill. The smoked salmon was really delicate and overall it was just one of the better ones that I've had in quite some time. The BEC was also very good however, I am not a fan of thick cut bacon and would much prefer crispy bacon instead so that is my only criticism it. Overall, we had a great experience and I'm already eager to come back again soon to try more items. I would recommend to anyone in the area and would say it is worth driving out of your way to go here. read more

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I've been to Jyan Bread twice now, and both times I was helped by Josue (hope I spelled his name right!). He is incredibly kind, helpful, and took the time to explain how their sourdough process works. You can tell he really enjoys his job, and his great service made my visits memorable. Their sourdough bread is unique and unlike anything store-bought and you can truly taste the difference. The first time I went, I ordered the bagel with heirloom tomatoes. The tomatoes were so fresh and juicy, absolutely delicious! The only downside was that the bagel itself was super salty. Next time, I'd probably get it without the added salt. I also ordered a loaf of sourdough bread to take home, so so good with butter and jam. On my second visit, I ordered a sesame bagel, and it also tasted a little salty. I'm not sure if that's just how the sourdough is or if extra salt is added, but overall, I still really enjoy their bagels. The lines can get long, but it's worth it for the quality and flavor. Thanks again to Josue for the outstanding service, he's a gem! read more

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BETTER THAN LAYLA BAGEL, trust ME! Their bagels are crunchy and soft at the same time. Cream cheese is delicious and you can actually taste it (ahem, Layla bagel). read more

There's an episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm in which Larry David orders a scone at Mocha Joe's coffee shop. He complains that the scone is a little soft and that it's more like a muffin than a scone, and then tells Mocha Joe, "You might have a looser definition of scone than I do." My trip to Jyan Isaac Bread reminded me of this scene. No, I didn't get a scone. And no, I didn't get into an argument at Jyan Isaac's. But I did order a bagel made by someone who has a looser definition of bagel than I do. The bagels looked good sitting on the shelf behind the counter, but when I picked it up, my fingers easily dented the crust and I knew I had chosen poorly. This was just a piece of round bread. The crust was soft with only a hint of chew, and the inside was as fluffy as Wonderbread. The flavor was nice, but it wasn't a bagel - a bagel should have a firm crust and a dense, chewy interior. I also tried the pain aux raisin, which is a type of viennoiserie that is supposed to have crisp edges and a flaky interior studded with raisins and crème pâtissière. Jyan Isaac's was neither flaky nor crisp, and while it had some raisins, it didn't taste like much of anything. My neighbor compared it (unfavorably) to Entenmann's. I've heard people rave about the bread here, so maybe I'll come back at some point and try something else. But I don't think I'll be rushing back. The service was friendly, and the place looked nice. There was some seating outside, and when I visited, there was no line. read more

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tl;dr the loaves alone are splurge-worthy, but don't miss out on the excellent open-faced bagel creations As with many new-era bakeries around Los Angeles, Jyan Isaac Bread started as a pandemic-borne pop-up. Isaac, a disciple of lauded Venice bakery Gjusta, began by selling loaves directly out of his family's kitchen before opening his Ocean Park brick-and-mortar space. Since then, Isaac has garnered plenty of fanfare, including recognition from the LA Times and Food & Wine magazine. A semi-enclosed streetery blocks a full view of the slate-grey storefront. Inside, the cozy cafe is warmly lit by semi-opaque glass lighting fixtures. Shelves are stocked with breads, books, and beverage-ware. Wood-topped barstools are pressed up to the narrow counter that lines the kitchen. Low-key instrumental jazz plays from a speaker above the front entrance. My partner and I arrived for mid-morning weekend breakfast, and we faced a short but slow-moving line. We opted for a Wild Alaskan Salmon Roe half-bagel. Isaac's bagel immediately reminded me of Courage Bagel's signature roe creation, and the quality wasn't too far off. I was impressed by the slightly charred everything bagel and the generous helping of briny roe, although I found the red onion portion to be overwhelming. The bagel itself had an excellently poofy bread with a chewy, heavily seeded skin. Meanwhile, our hefty, presliced loaf of Seeded Sourdough was extra-seeded and extra-sour; it struck me as a step up from the best Whole Foods option. While service took orders at a snail's pace, our bagel was prepared in a matter of minutes. Both the half-bagel and the loaf ran for $12 each. As a loyal Courage follower, I still concede that Jyan Issac churns out some of the city's best bagels (better, even, than the wildly popular Layla Bagel right next door). The stellar bread loaves are a welcome added plus. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Wild Alaskan Salmon Roe - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Not going to lie, I was a little disappointed. I think there might be an issue with quality control in my humble opinion. 1) City Sourdough was good. 2) Flavor of the croissants were good. But they were very overcooked. Too crunchy on the outside and dry on the inside. Cinnamon bun was good. 3) Ordered a cappuccino and cortado. Let me preface with the fact that I never have high expectations when ordering coffee from a bakery; because I understand that coffee is not their specialty. This was seriously the worst cappuccino I have ever tasted. I can't even explain in words how bad it was. It was like rocket fuel. So harsh and bitter; inedible! I thought, maybe I just got a bad espresso shot. But the cortado was the same. My husband took the coffees back to the barista. (who was very helpful). My husband ordered 2 drip coffees instead, hoping it would be better since espresso is not involved. Again, it was the worst drip coffee I've ever tasted. Airport coffee is better. We tried to drink it but eventually tossed it. Makes no sense because I saw that you even have your beans specially roasted for your business. Something was terribly wrong! (Btw, when my husband brought back the coffees, we were refunded, and then paid for the drip coffee.) 4) The baguette was fine. 5) Everything bagel: Idk what is going on but that was not a bagel. It was soft everywhere. There was no chewy, firm exterior. Just soft, like dry sandwich bread from the grocery store. (I tried this at Ggiata Delicatessen Studio City). I really wanted to like this bakery! Hopefully the quality can be improved. read more

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I stopped in today and was helped by a very friendly, sweet employee. I bought a loaf of the seeded bread which they will slice into 3/4" slices for you. You can also buy the loaf whole and slice it yourself at home. I love the bread here and have been eating it for a few years. I also had a giant chocolate chip cookie that was wonderful. There are tables outside if you want to order food from the small menu. I'm coming back for lunch very soon! read more

Looooved the sandwiches and service here today. Already loved their pastries and bread but these sandwiches (especially the chicken katsu!!!) were great. The yuzu kusho in the sando was perfect, not too overwhelming and perfectly rounded out the bite. Tuna melt was nice but had a liiittle too much going on for me (I'm a plain Jane tuna melt girl but don't regret trying it). Can't wait to come back and try the French onion grilled cheese next visit and a different slice. read more

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My friend and I dined here for Sunday brunch. We paid for our order at the counter and tipped well for full service. We wanted to compare Layla Bagels vs. Jyan Isaac. We had high hopes for Jyan Isaac and actually thought they would win out. However, we were treated poorly by staff because we brought over two bagels from Layla to try side by side with Jyan Isaac's bagels. The bus boy didn't want to serve us water and told us to get it ourselves when he begrudgingly brought it over, even though other tables had been brought water right in front of us. We were very cordial and did not leave trash and cleaned up after ourselves even though we literally paid almost $60 to eat here and tipped full service for a pastry and 1.5 bagels. Their bagels are no where even near as good as Layla's. It's like eating a slice of toasted bread. There is no chew and it disintegrates in your mouth like cardboard or a grocery store bagel. The ambiance here is nice and I really wanted to come back and revisit, but after our treatment I am disgusted. The staff walked out and looked at us like we were criminals and cockroaches. However, the one guy at the register who took our order was exceptional and super kind. Their croissants are really good but I highly suggest just going to Petitgrain Boulangerie instead if you want a croissant. They're on par with one another but PB has exceptional staff. I cannot recommend this place in good conscience to anyone. My friend and I were tasting bagels to see which one we wanted to use to host a bagel brunch party at my place, and we unequivocally chose Layla Bagels after this experience. After reading other reviews, I realized that other patrons had the same hostile experience. I encourage everyone to avoid this restaurant entirely. read more

Jyan Issac Bread is known for the Gravlox Bagel, where you can get lox, capers, red onions, and tomato over their sourdough-based bagels. When people talk about the best bagels in southern california, Jyan Issac Bread is typically in the short list, along with their neighbor (Layla's Bagels) and Courage Bagels. What makes Jyan's an outstanding bagel spot is their house made sourdough bagels with bountiful, fresh ingredients. They aren't cheap with the dill, capers, lox, and flavored cream cheese. What differentiates them from the other outstanding bagel spots is that they have a sourdough base, which gives a slightly different flavor profile. Aside from bagels, they're also known for their breads and pastries. I got their cookie, a cinnamon pastry, and their scone. The cookie and cinnamon roll were good, but I liked their scone the most of the three. Lastly, I love that they have a seating area in the back, which was relaxing on this beautiful day. You could look up my other choices mentioned above if you want to compare and contrast my notes on these places; however, I feel that Jyan Issac Bread is a solid bakery that offers more than bagels. Lastly, street parking can be a challenge, but I lucked out on this visit. Also note that they share this space with an Italian Restaurant that opens in the afternoon and for dinner. I overheard a couple that came here for Pizza; however, the pizza is not made by Jyan's, but, rather, the Italian restaurant that shares this space in the afternoons/evenings. read more

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Checking in to reaffirm that Jyan is the categorical Bagel GOAT of the West Coast. And there isn't even a 2nd contender. And jfc to all you Karens upset that they were asked to not bring outside food to the patio. People come to Yelp for FOOD reviews. Take your baggage elsewhere read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Decent sourdough based rustic bakery. Parking in the area was a real challenge. The sesame seed baguette had a thick chewy rustic crust. It may not be the cup of tea for some people but I liked it. The ham and cheese croissant was good but not earth shattering. The sesame seed bagel was more airy and saltier than I expected. Overall a good rustic bakery. With options like Bub and Grandma, Lodge Bread, Bread Lounge, Clark Street Bakery, Tartine, etc. I'd wouldn't drive across town to come here tho. read more

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Isaac Bread might just be my new go-to bagel spot, i was ordering a bagel from a nearby spot and as I was leaving I was led by a smell so delectable that left me wanting to try this spot out. and let me tell you I wasn't expecting to fall in love with pumpernickel, of all things. It's one of those words you hear in movies or songs as a kid but never imagine actually eating. Well... turns out it's delicious. Fluffy, flavorful, and honestly one of the best bagels I've had in a while. I got their bacon, egg & cheese pumpernickel bagel, and everything about it was on point. The bacon? Thick thick. Like, actual bite of meat thick. The kind of breakfast that makes you feel fueled and full not like you just ate air. And that aioli they put on the sandwich? So savory and perfectly spicy, it ties everything together in the best way. You know it's good when you're halfway through and already planning your next visit. What really made the experience even better was the service. The staff was incredibly kind, handed me a water cup without me asking, and even offered to bring my order out to me while I was relaxing outside. It was one of those rare moments where you just feel cared for in a casual setting and that makes a big difference. If you're in the mood for a breakfast that actually fills you up and feels like it was made with intention this is the spot. Bonus you can sit outside and watch them bake the bread from a window. I'm already eyeing the rest of the menu. Highly recommend, especially for bagel lovers ready to branch out and try something new. read more

This place is incredible! The freshest ingredients and most delicious combinations. I got the gravalax works bagel and I already crave the next one. An absolute MUST. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - GRAVALAX WORKS - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

underrated favorite is the house jam on pumpernickel; the texture of the pumpernickel bagel is just so good with an amazing, more solid chew. also the house made peach passionfruit jam (seasonal) was great and not too sweet as for the savory bagels, the tomato is the cheapest at $11, but the marinated tomatoes with basil and olive oil made it taste like the most refreshing bruschetta/pizza i was pleasantly surprised. the salmon roe was salty but the onions made it less overwhelming, and the gravlax works was just a classic lox bagel. i will say this one was not my favorite because the bagel was a bit soggy and dense? but i wouldn't generalize, could just be an unlucky instance since the other bagels were great seating is outdoors and they bring it out to you; typical beachy feel of santa monica. wait was a little long, but nothing crazy; i went on a pretty busy saturday morning so it's to be expected. unpopular opinion for some reason but i think jyan isaac is much better than layla's; i never really understood the lines at layla's when jyan isaac is right next door.. would 100% recommend trying it out! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - house jam on pumpernickel - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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It drives me nuts when a food establishment has a B health rating. Usually get turned off when this happens I ordered food and realized the rating after. I got the bacon breakfast sandwich on an onion bagel. I thought it was mediocre across the board. I also got coffee with vanilla and found that to be average as well. The service was nice and efficient! Found it to be mediocre across the board with the food Not sure I'd go back. read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California

For clarity, the baked goods are extraordinary and we like them very much. However, Jyan has been bizarrely unable to fix its delivery system for over two months, and, if you go to any of the third party delivery sites (including the delivery option on Jyan's own site), you are told that the store is closed. A silly option is to order from a third-party store called Ghisallo's, but it only processes orders later in the day when many of Jyan's popular items are already sold out. The foregoing is simply inexcusable: If Jyan doesn't want any delivery business, it should just admit it. read more

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Super tasty open faced bagel! Got the gravlax works and it was light, bright, and fresh. My half has a touch too much lemon in my opinion, but overall it was still good. They have nice outdoor seating too! read more

Jyan Isaac Bread - Gravlax Works - Bakeries Near Me - Santa Monica, California