Sweet little Mexican bakery with all my favorites The Mexican wedding cookies and Conchas we're essentially silly delicious!!

La Concha is the best Mexican pan dulce bakery in Chula Vista! The elote bread and polvorones de nuez are the best. My "to-go" place for sure. Their bolillo is also awesome!! read more

In order to give this review all the accolades it deserves, you need a little background. I am a military wife, I've been at this for a very long time. One of my oldest friends recently married into this lifestyle, and she and her family were then shipped to Guam. She's got a teenager, a daughter under two and they just celebrated the birth of their youngest princess last month. Needless to say, she's homesick. She had posted on FB something about wanting some Pan Dulce, so I quickly did my research here in San Diego and formulated a plan. I came across La Concha with it's exceptionally high rating, trolled the menu and decided I'd give them a try. I reached out via email and Claudia generously got back to me. She worked with me on the schedule I needed (plan was to pick up fresh in the afternoon one day and ship out first thing the next morning), she had everything packed and ready shortly before pick up. I cannot tell a lie, I also indulged my children a little as well purchasing a few treats for the house. I brought all of these pastries and goodies home and began the arduous task of separating them, vacuum packing them, and then gently packing them in the postal box. They made the trip in 3 days, and when my friend opened up her box, and cut into the first package, everything was still fresh and soft. She said it tasted like home. So, at the end of the day, this bakery is not only a wonderful bakery with tasty fresh baked goods, the woman in charge is full of heart and thoughtfulness. She bent over backwards, confirming dates and times more than once, going over my order and making sure everything in my order was perfect. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious conchas, cookies, and muffins. Also, Jalepeno cheese bread as well. I'd also recommend them to anyone looking to send the flavors of home to someone stationed abroad! Thank you so much Claudia and your team!! You guys are amazing! read more

Outstandung service from Claudia who takes phone orders. Friendly environment. Delicious sweet bread and amazing cakes.

This panaderia is great. The bread is always fresh and delicious. I would drive miles to go to another panaderia that I thought was the only one that made the best bread. I was wrong. This is walking distance and oh wow! it's as good as the other one I would go to all the time. This place is always clean and if you'd close to it or drive by, you should definitely stop by and make or buy chocolate abuelita. Perfect for the winter time. Yum yum yum. read more

I got 2 cakes here for a birthday party. The cakes were delicious! Had everyone asking me where i got the cakes from. Unfortunately the design/artwork wasn't my favorite but it wasn't by any means ugly just not the best. Also, the fondant numbers were practically falling off my cake when i received it had to replace them with just regular candles. read more

I ordered the following: Spinach, Jalapeño, Beef and Chicken, as well as the Apple, Guava, and Pina empanadas. I liked how the savory ones came in individually wrapped and labeled packaging so we knew which flavors were what. The fruity ones were a guessing game My favorites were the Jalapeño and Spinach. The others were good too (they tasted like many other homemade empanadas) but the Jalapeño and Spinach ones stood out in flavor and hit the spot! The pastry on the savory ones were very light and flaky. As for the fruit, they were good but I really enjoyed the guava because it wasn't too sweet. The pricing is very reasonable for the quality of the food and service. I haven't tried the conchas so I guess I'll have to go back for another visit! read more

This place has magical powers! Why? It made my husband an anti-pan dulce man into a devout Mexican sweet bread lover!!! Great pan dulce, great service! Just go and try it, and if you have friends who are non-believers in the deliciousness of pan-dulce, take them to this place, I am sure they will become pan dulce fanatics :) read more

I was a regular customer until today. I called in an order for 2 dozen fresh conchas. (2dozen regular size conchas=$20.40)The woman on the phone was very rude and argumentative when I stated I wanted fresh bread. I only want what I am paying for 85cents per concha. She laughed while telling me their bread is always fresh and practically telling me how dare I ask for fresh bread. When I arrived to the bakery I asked for my order and I wasn't greeted or helped by the two employees in the front. Instead they called the woman who I had spoken with on the phone. She approached the register and continued to argue with me about the bread. I told her I just wanted to pay for the bread. She was extremely rude and unprofessional. I will no longer visit or refer. La Moreliana bakery on Quintard St. , Chula Vista is a lil further to me but always has fresh bread and customer service is great. read more

My girls love to watch them made the bread in the window! Don't get to see that anywhere anymore. The website is great, gives you some details about the history of pan dolce and their offerings. Let me say this ..... wonderful fresh FRENCH bread in Chula Vista for $1.65 sliced or unsliced. And super nice people! PLEASE SUPPORT LOCAL BAKERIES! read more

By far the best Mexican bakery in town! Their pan dulce is delicious and they have a pretty wide selection. If you need a cake, this is definitely the place to go. Their cakes are always moist and never too sweet. The staff is very friendly and are always willing to help :) read more

La Concha Bakery - My daughter absolutely loved her birthday cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Chula Vista, California

The cake decorator did everything I asked and more! I asked for a tres leches cake but decorated... he said he could do only a light buttercream on the top for decorating and whip icing everywhere else since the cake is most and fragile. I trusted him and I was AMAZED when I picked it up!! Gorgeous! My brother loved it! The details were awesome too! He sprinkle cinnamon sugar for sand, added a few birds, details in the textured waves in the ocean.... THE CAKE WAS LOVED BY EVERYONE! I added a photo of the cake to view. read more

La Concha Bakery - Beautiful tres leches cake! Theme was "paradise" I asked for sandy beach w/ palm trees & ocean & he did a wonderful job! - Bakeries Near Me - Chula Vista, California

This bakery deserves beyond five stars!! My baker canceled on me one week before my wedding and I came here and they gave me an amazing price and delivered just what I wanted. They produced a beautiful cake and very delicious. They cake was moist and so flavorful! People actually wanted seconds! They listened to my wants and needs and got everything on point! FLOWERS ON THE CAKE WERE PROVIDED BY MY OWN FLORIST NOT THE BAKERY. However they do provide decorations of your choice. I simply chose to have my own florist do it to match my wedding. Their bread and donuts and other baked goods are also amazing! I got a white cake with Bavarian cream filled with fresh strawberries. It was to die for!! You will not be disappointed. Thank you La Concha! read more

La Concha Bakery - Three tier white cake with naked frosting. 10",8",6". Feeds 70. Bavarian cream filling with fresh strawberries. Flowers not incl - Bakeries Near Me - Chula Vista, California

The bakery was larger then I expected and my kids raid the place when we go in, My boyfriends mother fell in love with the Tortas and drives from San Ysidro just to buy 3 when she needs to. The people are nice and bread is delicious read more

Hands down the best panaderia in San Diego. Everything is always delicious, from bread to pastry to stuffed breakfast tortas and hot champurrado. The owners as well as their staff are all lovely. Very inexpensive, especially when you consider the quality of service and product. I don't give easy reviews, this is my first five star. read more

Found this place by chance while I was paying my phone bill oh my God they have empanadas hot and fresh and ready to go buttery flaky crispy absolutely delicious and homemade for only $2.50? What STL of course they are loaded with all the sweet stuff you can have a hard time picking from your heart's desire of sugar but what a surprise to find empanadas perfect for a hot fresh lunch to grab when you're in a hurry on lunch break 5 Stars definitely check this place out :-) read more

This WAS my favorite bakery until today. I've been ordering my cakes here for a while now, but today I was beyond disappointed. My cake just seems like a product of laziness. I asked for a detailed carved out Hulk that requires detail and attention. Instead I got a Hulk that was simply printed onto the cake. I did not pay for laziness. I'm just so shocked cause they have always made my cake exactly as I wanted with more details than this one before, which is why they still get three stars from me. Won't be ordering cake here anymore. The bread is still good though. read more

La Concha Bakery - The cake I ordered - Bakeries Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Great customer service. I wanted a specific cake half fondant and half buttercream. I ask for bids and was given the best price by La Concha. I was able to speak with their decorator, Magdalena to explain the color scheme. They also deliver for small fee. I met and spoke with the owner, she stated she would deliver to ensure a safe drive and setup the cake. It tasted good and was front and center of the dessert table along with the cupcakes they made. They will be my go to bakery. Try their savory empanadas and bolillos also. read more

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They are so nice at La Concha! Great service and the best pan dulce! I especially appreciate how they quickly made the necessary adaptations to make sure we can still get our pan in a covid-safe environment, and they continue to remain diligent. Their empanadas are the bomb read more

I love the bread a bit pricey but overall good. I had a bad experience today with Myrna she has zero customer service. I asked for a box for the dozen pieces of bread that I purchase and she charge $0.50 for the box and she also wanted me to do it myself, Isn't her job to put the bread inside the box? Is only common sense! read more

Their pan dulce (conchas) is always fresh, soft, and delicious! I can't stand buying conchas that are remotely dry or hard, but that has never been the case here. They sell other bakery items as well. I've also tried their puerquitos and orejas. The puerquitos and orejas were okay. I thought the puerquitos were a little dry, and the orejas not the best texture or flavor as compared to others I've tried. I'm pretty spoiled when it comes to eating good food! Try the pan dulce for sure. It's very good! read more

I love this bakery. First I was there they took my special order and they were so polite good customer service. I took the rosca de Reyes home omg it was the best one I have tried here in San Diego. My #1 bakery for now on. read more

If you get the one lady that works there, watch out, zero customer service, no smile, major attitude, feels like shes upset at you for walking in. Gone there a few times in the past and every time it was the same from her. Terrible attitude. but what made me stop going aside from the expensive pan dulce or the dirty look she gave me when i tried to pay with my EBT card, was when i needed to use a phone because i had left my purse in my locked car with my baby inside near her bakery. she didn't care one bit and was hesitant to let me use her phone. that was it for me. sorry but if you are working the front desk you must be a people person and be as helpful to your customers as possible. This is just not okay with me. read more

Pretty good breads, and the custard cream they use is good too. A little pricey, about $12 for like 7 pan de dulce... but they are good.

Fantastic. Recently went to a party where they had the savory empanadas: spinach, beef, and chicken. Something for everybody! Absolutely delicious. Later, when I had a chance to visit the bakery, I was shocked by all the options. French and Mexican pastries - croissants and baguettes to orejas and ninos en vuelto. Plus, espresso drinks made to order. It's fun because you get a tray and tongs to pick your pastries and the staff helps curate your choices. I highly recommend them. Yum, yum, yum. read more

The minute I walked in, the smell reminded me of my childhood and spending summers in Mexico with my grandmother. They had conchas, bolillos, fresh coffee from Cafe Moto and all of the sweet breads that you save for a special and sweet indulgence. This is definitely where I'll be getting my special breads for holidays, parties and naughty indulgences. read more

I live less than a block away and this is my to go place for a vanilla frappe and a concha. Always fresh and delicious. Fast and friendly service. A little Chula Vista Gem. My favorite cocnhita. read more

Super disappointed, I'll never go back here ever again. We asked the baker if she could make a very specific cake, she said absolutely I can make anything and of course we believed or spent $95.00 And then today we go pick it up and it is just not what I expected the colors are not what I expected the size is not what I expected. I could've literally gone to Food 4 Less and bought a way bigger, nicer cake for a third of the cost! Such a waste of money! I do not recommend this place! read more

I purchased a Rosca de Reyes bread to continue my families tradition. My grandma requested the cheese filling and my mom requested the cajeta filling so I ordered the bread with the two flavors one on each side. To my surprise the bread was delicious. Soft moist bread, cheese filling was like a sweet cream cheese danish filling. The cajeta (sweetened caramelized milk that looks like Nutella which was very tasty, creamy & perfectly sweetened) Although the bread was pricey ($52 for the large size) no one was disappointed. Everyone kept saying how delicious it was. I believe it was the best I've tasted. Only complaint is they could be more generous and consistent w/the filling. More would be great. Some areas the filling was a super thin layer and in another area they didn't even put any filling. I'll order again but I'll let them know about the filling. read more

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Finally get to review this place. It is indeed an awesome little bakery. The pan dulce here is great! The minute you walk in and get a whiff of the baked goodness this place makes you will want to try everything they offer. They have too many kinds of sweets to offer for me to speak of. Go there yourself and try out the many amazing kinds of baked goodies this spot has. Parking is a bit tight but its worth the trip out here. The prices are also very decent! read more

Amazing tres leche cake that was available on the spot! I was vacationing in SD from NJ and noticed this bakery had very good reviews and decided to check it out. We loved it! Will def come back on my next visit read more

These fine folks offer standard pan dulce favorites and mix it up with specials all the time. My favorites here are the cemitas, conchas, mantecadas and orejas. They recently had a football-shaped Mexican chocolate pastry with bittersweet drizzle that was amazing and I wish they would add it as a regular item. I've ordered birthday cakes here and the bakers were accommodating with my weird requests - such as an all white cake with white writing for my brother who was obsessed with Calvin Candie at the time. The cakes are moist and delicious and reasonably priced. I highly recommend the neopolitan and tres leches. Last but not least, I want to mention their bolillo - soft and chewy on the inside and crispy and crusty on the outside. Come early for a fresh, hot bolillo. They also have bolillos stuffed with jalapeno and cream cheese or chorizo, ham and cheese. SO delish and inexpensive. read more

Rude , and really poor customer service I have been here a couple times and the product is amazing but I won't be coming back here .

This bakery is outstanding!! My cakes were beautiful and with last minute order too !! Great people and great price !! Words can't express how happy I am with my orders !! read more

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The lady that seems to be the owner was very rude!! I don't think she cares about her customers at all. She talk to me on a very disrespectful way when there's was no need for that. This happened today March 19 between 2-1:30. I wasn't mad or rude at all I was just thinking what a way to treat your own customers the ones that keep you business running. BUT the workers there are very nice and well educated people, nothing like the owner. read more

Went in yesterday trying to find some good empanadas. I was delighted by all the pastries options they have, and I love the "serve yourself". I tried the spinach and cheese and the picadillo empanadas, tho the dough was more like a flaky type instead of the one I was loooking for (more like argentina type of empanada) I reaally enjoyed the filling, was on point. Beef was very good, and spinach and ricotta even better. All the other sweet pastries were on point too. Reaaally loved this place and will be def become a regular here! read more

My husband and I have been coming here regularly to get our conchas and other treats that have always been amazing. Recently, my husband surprised me with a birthday cake from here that was perfection! It was gorgeous, delicious, and a huge hit with my friends and family! According to my husband, Claudia made the cake and I cannot thank her enough! She made a masterpiece with 2 days notice! This was a half cake and there were so much leftover I took it to the office and it was quickly devoured. My husband purchased plastic figurines to place atop the cake but Claudia had offered to make them! She is truly talented and I will be recommending this bakery for everything from now on!! read more

La Concha Bakery - Beautiful and extremely delicious birthday cake! The figurines on top we bought but Claudia offered to make them from fondant! - Bakeries Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Their cake is delicious and moist. I ordered a birthday cake last minute and were very accommodating and patient. Great customer service!

I've had better, I ordered a cake and the frosting was super sweet. Bread was ok. Have not gone back

We were in California visiting and just wanted some sweet bread. I found this place through yelp. The bread is amazing, so good and fresh, very clean place and nice staff. Will definitely go again next time I'm in San Diego. read more