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    Levain Bakery

    4.1 (876 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Debbie P.

    Went here for a coffee meet-up. I've been off coffee for a week and so I had a decaf. The coffee was so good. They had a wide variety of breads, pastry's and sandwiches. I really want to try the Iced Levain Cookie Milk Latte next time.

    Edesa G.

    After a tasty Chinese food dinner, my cousin took us here for a sweet treat post-dinner for dessert! I've been to this bakery before in NYC and it never disappoints! I'm glad that they have a location here on the West coast. We each ordered different cookies since there were 3 of us and we wanted to taste the different flavors. I got the Two Chip Chocolate Chip cookie, my friend got the Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip cookie, and my cousin got the Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip cookie. My favorite part about Levain's cookies is that they give them to you at a warm/hot temperate so the cookie is a bit crunchy on the outside and super soft and gooey on the inside! We ended up taking our cookies home and warmed it up a bit more to make them more soft and chewy. Levain cookies are always a satisfying sweet treat!

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    Jessie Z.

    Its nice to go at night when most shops are closing except for ice cream stores. Chill staff and some of the cookies were still slightly warm though a bit on the harder side. Decadent cookie, if you get a darker version not too sweet

    Two Chip Chocolate Chip Cookie
    Katherine B.

    Perfect double chip chocolate chip cookie! I get why these cookies are so hyped up- perfectly gooey in the middle, not all the way fully baked in the middle, the chocolate chips were melty - I know people do "cheese pulls" but you can honestly do "chocolate pulls" with these cookies. Excited to try my rocky road cookie tonight.

    Alejandro F.

    Levain Bakery (pronounced as luh-ven), are, as they claim: New York City's Most Famous Cookies. This bakery is the brainchild of Pam & Connie. Calling these cookies a life-changing event would be a bit of an understatement. They are six-ounce cookies that are thick, flavorful and with the right amount of chewiness. This location in Larchmont Village in particular is great, with a great staff, a diverse variety of cookies and even extras that you can buy. I tried the Chocolate Chip Walnut cookie and the Raspberry Pistachio one. Both were warm, gooey, soft and delicious. Very recommended. 10/10.

    Rocky Road (Seasonal)
    Tim F.

    Great vibes and friendly people. As far as actual cookies go, I got the Walnut Chocolate Chip and Rocky Road. I know Levain pioneered undercooked cookies. Personally, I don't like that style, I was hoping the original would change that for me! Long story short, I didn't like the Walnut Chocolate Chip. I personally just don't like that style still, so I'll chalk it up as a "me" problem. The cooked part was good. The Rocky Road was cooked through. It was an amazing baked good with good flavor and add-ins. Between the roasted almond slices and fudgey chocolate chips, I was enjoying it immensely. A highlight of my day for sure. If you love underbaked cookies, Levain is your cookie shop! I don't and they had something for me too!

    Cookie Milk Latte
    Jessica G.

    The Venice outlet used to be my go-to, but since I moved the Larchmont one was more accessible. Parking's always tricky and might require bit of extra walk when not available. It's relatively busy but the line moved swiftly. The Larchmont store was pretty lively with the crowded and colorful wall deco! It's pretty fun to see that they came up with more seasonal items lately and most of them nailed it well when they came to cookies. Previously the lemon one and the most recent was the Raspberry Pistachio which I was impressed by as I just fancied sweet and refreshing combo of white chocolate and raspberry. The pistachio added more texture to it for sure. Same as any Levain cookies, best enjoyed warm and fresh out of oven. The Cookie Milk Latte was actually the main reason bringing me here, yet I was bit let down by it as I was expecting more malty cookie flavor in the drink. I felt it tasted not much different to regular cream top latte with some cookie crumbles in it.

    About to go in the oven
    Alex C.

    One of the best cookies around. A monster cookie. Various flavors to choose from. Bread, coffee, and sandwiches are also sold here. Although there is always a line service is always quick. Employees are very helpful too if you can't make up your mind. Plenty of parking on Larchmont.

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    Donna B.

    I stopped by Levain Bakery on a Saturday morning, and while finding street parking can be a bit of a challenge. Here's a helpful tip: The bank next door allows 10 minutes of parking if you use their ATM and keep your receipt. There is security in the lot, so be sure to have your receipt as proof of the time. It's more than enough time to run next door and grab your treats. I ordered a slice of the lemon loaf, a gluten-free cookie, and the classic chocolate chip cookie. The lemon loaf slice is huge, I'd say it's the equivalent of two slices, so it's definitely big enough to share. As for the cookies, Levain is known for making them thick and rich. A small piece goes a long way, making them perfect for savoring over a couple of days (if you have that much self-control!). The moment you walk inside, you're greeted by the incredible aroma of freshly baked pastries, and the service was warm and welcoming. I truly think everyone should experience a Levain cookie or pastry at least once. It's worth the visit!

    Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie with ice cream
    Brian L.

    Levain Bakery has the best cookies in LA! My go to is the walnut chocolate shop cookie. They now have the option for vanilla ice cream with a cookie, and it was the perfect dessert. Gooey, buttery cookie with great texture. The staff is friendly and smells inside the shop are amazing. I know they started in NY but until I find a better cookie, Levain is the best for cookies in LA!

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    Aaron M.

    Can you ever go wrong with Levain? Don't answer, it's rhetorical. My brother dropped by with a surprise box of cookies which made my day. Honestly one of the best cookies in town and always so consistent with quality and taste. I try to bake at home but can never get it down like levain. You are not living life if you never had a levain cookie

    Arev L.

    Love the cookies here however, the Mother's Day special cookie tin for $17? No cookies just the tin. Congratulations. You bought an empty metal container. Lucky that I asked, the customer next to me also asked. We agreed that they should change the sign and make it more clear..no cookies just the empty tin. The girl that were helping me, look tired when she answered, just a tin no cookies. Poor her. Must have been giving the same answered for the 47th times today. .

    Johnson P.

    If you're looking for a good chocolate chip cookie look no further. This place is amazing! Right when you open the door the fresh smell of the cookies is INTENSE and very fragrant. The cookies are large and thick and filled with a LOT of chocolate chips. The service was top notch, quick and easy. We ended up getting the two chip chocolate chip (love the name) and the dark chocolate chocolate chip but they have a ton of other flavors. Will definitely be coming back to taste the others that they have! Side notes: the packaging is so cute and aesthetic and did someone say free postcard?

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    Some of the best cookies I've ever had. Texture is on point, flavors are so tasty. I constantly door dash from here, ha

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    Do I have to buy a certain amount of cookies so It can be in a box for a thank you gift?

    No, the tin box is purchased separately; therefore you can purchase any # of cookies you want.

    Do they have kosher pastries?

    This is on their website's FAQ. Ultimately I think it depends on what kind of hechsher you look for. If kosher ingredients are good enough for you then you should be able to eat there.… 

    Do they have gluten-free items?

    Yes, they have a vegan gluten-free cookie.

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    $$

    I've been to Community Goods a handful of times now, and my opinion has always stayed the same:…read morethis place is absolutely worth the hype. The lines can be incredibly long. I've had visits where I waited over an hour and others where I was in and out in under 10 minutes. From my experience, the best time to go is in the middle of the week between 11 am and 3 pm. The shop itself is very small, so when it gets busy, the line often wraps outside. Parking is also street parking, and you may have to park farther down and walk over during peak times. Despite the crowds, the staff is always friendly and works quickly for the amount of people they're serving. My favorites are the Matcha Einspanner and Hojicha Einspanner with whole milk. Both are SO smooth with strong tea flavors. The matcha leans nutty, which I love, while the hojicha has such a rich, earthy flavor. This is genuinely one of the best places I've had matcha and hojicha, and I've tried a lot of both. The Breakfast Sliders are another favorite and absolutely worth getting if you make it before they stop serving them. They're delicious on their own, but the sauces that come with them make them even better. No matter how busy Community Goods gets, I always find myself coming back whenever I'm in the area. If you love matcha or hojicha, this is an absolute must-try.

    I wanted to like Community Goods, especially after hearing so many good things about their drinks,…read morebut unfortunately my first experience here was bad enough that I genuinely don't see myself coming back. We don't come to West Hollywood often, so when we saw the extremely long line, we decided to wait anyway. I already knew this place was popular, so waiting wasn't the issue. We ended up being there for around an hour, and I was completely prepared for that. What bothered me was how poorly the crowd was being managed and, more importantly, how unnecessarily rude one of the staff members was. The shop itself is VERY small, yet when we finally reached the entrance, there was nobody managing the door, explaining the capacity limit, or telling customers when they were allowed to enter. Naturally, when it appeared to be our turn, I walked inside with my sister behind me. As soon as I entered, a male employee who was working across the counter asked me, "Are you with the group in front of you?" I said no, and he very rudely told me that I needed to go back outside. I don't know what his actual position was, but he appeared to possibly be a manager or someone in charge because he was constantly moving around the shop and handling different things. My issue was: how exactly was I supposed to know I wasn't allowed inside yet? This was my first time here. There was no employee stationed at the entrance, no one directing the line, and nobody explaining that customers needed to wait for permission before entering. I had absolutely no problem going back outside and waiting longer. What I DID have a problem with was being spoken to like I had knowingly done something wrong when their own system was unclear. Ironically, shortly afterward, I watched that same employee go to the front and actually start managing the indoor entrance, asking groups how many people they had and telling people when they could enter. Exactly what should have been happening in the first place. Had someone been doing that when we reached the door, the entire interaction could have been avoided. Once we finally reached the register, the cashier was actually incredibly sweet and kind. She was probably the best part of the customer service experience, and I genuinely appreciated her. We ordered two matcha Einspanners and two coffee Einspanners. The drinks also came out quickly, which I appreciated after the long wait. Then, while leaving, there was another employee stationed near the entrance. My sister and I were each carrying drinks, so both of our hands were completely full. The employee appeared distracted and didn't offer any assistance with the door, so I literally had to maneuver it open while trying not to spill our expensive drinks. Is opening the door technically required? No. But when you're stationed right there and see customers struggling with their hands full, it would have been a small gesture of basic hospitality. As for the actual drinks: they were genuinely good. I preferred the matcha over the coffee, and I can understand why people like them. But when I look at the experience as a WHOLE; the price, tiny drink size, extremely long line, limited space/seating, parking situation, crowd management, and customer service; I simply cannot justify coming back. You're essentially spending close to the price of a meal on a small drink that can be finished in a few minutes, after potentially waiting an hour, only to receive an attitude from staff because you didn't understand a system that nobody explained to you. If a business knows it regularly draws crowds this large while operating out of such a small space, there should be a better system in place. Have someone consistently managing the entrance. Clearly communicate when customers can enter. Develop a better queue system. Most importantly, don't make customers feel stupid or unwelcome for not understanding rules that were never communicated to them. The drinks may be good, but good drinks alone don't make a good café experience. There are far too many cafés in West Hollywood and LA with great coffee and matcha where I don't have to wait an hour, spend nearly $10 on a tiny drink, struggle with parking, AND deal with rude service. For me, Community Goods was absolutely not worth the hype or the wait. One rude interaction within seconds of walking through the door completely set the tone for what should have been an enjoyable first visit. Great drinks. Sweet cashier. Terrible first impression and poorly managed customer experience. I won't be waiting in that line again.

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    Community Goods - Einspanner

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    Community Goods - Matcha einspanner and vanilla bean latte

    Matcha einspanner and vanilla bean latte

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