Service 11/10. The guy working was the nicest person ever and they went above and beyond to ensure I was safe with my allergies. 11/10 for the maple scone. It's so hard to get a good scone and now I can never eat another scone. The baguette was a bit over baked but the scone saved anything else I could ever say. read more

I've reviewed this lovely little cafe/eatery before, but on my most recent visit, I ordered the breakfast sandwich, and I HAD to come back & rave about it! Y'all, it's a HUGE sandwich piled high on a yummy bun. And I'm not certain how they prepare the scrambled eggs...but they were legitimately some of the best I've ever had. Not wet, certainly not dry, and definitely fluffy & cheesy goodness. read more

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Everything they make is delicious. I've been going to this location for 11 years. It helps that I live just a few blocks away. The Pastrami sandwich is delicious. The salads are great. And I can't forget to mention all their wonderful pastries. The staff is always nice and friendly. When you order, they give you a number to put on your table, and then someone will bring out you food and drinks. There's plenty of indoor and outside seating. Just writing this review is making me hungry. I'm going to have to pay them another visit soon. read more

Lodge Bread - Pastrami! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Got a late takeout breakie on the weekend and Lodge Bread is definitely doing in rotation. Only bummer was they were already sold out of their famous cinnamon rolls and I was told if you want one on the weekend you have to get there early before they sell out! Otherwise the food was absolutely delicious. The quality of the ingredients (thick cut bacon, eggs, delicious fresh bread) is unmatched for most breakfast spots in the area. The restaurant was packed but the staff were still super friendly and extremely well organized. They have lots of indoor and outdoor seating for the sunny weather days. And it's situated in a cute little neighborhood with lots of free street parking nearby. read more

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This is a long-overdue post, but Lodge Bread has been my favorite bakery since it first opened back in 2015. You honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu, and what's most impressive is how consistently high the quality has remained since day one. That said, there are a few standouts I always find myself coming back to. The avocado toast is a classic for a reason, and the shakshuka is one of those dishes you crave long after you've left. The cinnamon sugar toast and the ricotta jam toast are also incredible--simple, comforting, and executed perfectly. It's been really exciting to watch what started as a small neighborhood bakery grow into what it is today, without losing the heart, care, or craftsmanship that made it special in the first place. Still a must-visit, still a favorite, and still worth the hype. read more

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Super casual indoor outdoor bakery and breakfast/lunch spot to hang out with friends. Dog friendly. Street parking. Food comes out really fast. read more

Lodge Bread - Tuna Salad - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really should stop paying attention to the LA Times Best Of lists, but when they listed The Lodge as having one of the best cinnamon rolls in town, I relented. Good cinnamon rolls are hard to come by, and, more importantly, the Culver location was only a 10 minute drive from home. I stopped by this Lodge one morning, and the place was hopping. Since the tables were all full, I ordered a cinnamon roll to go. My first unpleasant surprise was the $13 cost, because even the most outrageous french pattisserie doesn't charge this much for a pastry. But oh well, I'm here, and it's a Best Of list, right? When I got it home and opened it -- no easy task given the weird packaging -- I discovered I had been sold something akin to a small cake. Oh well, 2-3 servings then. I cut off a slice and immediately sensed a problem. The cake, or more like a loaf of bread, started to fall apart, in the crumbly way a stale loaf does. The outer slice did not have much cinnamon on it and it basically tasted like a 2-day old loaf of bread that I wouldn;t eat. It wasn't very sweet and it certainly wasn't very fresh. I then noticed a small white container in the bag, which upon a quick taste, turned out to be some sort of icing. I should add here that I'm not the type of person who bags his own groceries at the supermarket and I certainly don't like applying ingredients to a supposedly finished cake. But those were my choices. Apply it or not. It turned out to be some sort of creeam cheese icing, not my fav, but not terrible. I cut off another slice, and, after grabbing the 3-4 clumps after it again fell apart, I found a few veins of cinnamon and sugar. And, after smearing some icing on it , it didn't taste bad. But it didn't taste WOW either, and the bottom line is the whole exercise just wasn't worth the effort. It was a barely ok pastry that had been sitting for too long, and they should have pitched it rather than sell it to a new customer who now won't ever be coming back. Maybe there was an individual size cinnamon roll they had, maybe not, but there are too many good places to eat in LA that I don't have to waste my time with sub-par bakeries that overcharge. It wasn't terrible, it just wasn't very good. I also made a mental note to stop reading the LA Times food recommendations. Their opinions are their own and should stay that way. read more

I tried their cinnamon roll toast, it didn't taste that great, the toast was more on the hard side which isn't my preference, the price was okay. I also ordered a sandwhich which looked like a regular sandwhich anyone can make at home, it tasted good but was definitely not worth the price. The servers were also a little unfriendly. You order on one side and pick up your order in the store next door. There is outside dining as well. read more

Neat little bread bakery, cafe, etc. Kinda pricey but worth it for quality ingredients that are super tasty. I got two items this am: - On sourdough, their veggie sandwich + ADD TURKEY (all the ingredients were so fresh, sandwhich was big, I ate it for 2 meals) * Avocado, sprouts, tomatoes, cucumbers, gem lettuce, some kool kind of chilis crushed in mayo, etc. * It came with a large dill pickle spear (DELISH) - Almond Croissant (It literally was the best ever); get it warmed up The lady who brought me my food was so kind and accommodating. The front counter clerk was ok, a little aloof and gave perfunctory service. They have self service water, but it is at room temp, no ice. Would be better with ice/chilled. There was another diner that got a sesame bun sandwich with a knife stuck in it vertically (which looked delish), I would like to try that next time. If you go in the late morning, there is street parking and it's not too crowded. Would like to go back to try more of the menu. read more

Lodge Bread - Seriously super TASTY veggie sandwich + add turkey. O?n their sourdough!!! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I frequent the BH location about once a month. This is my first visit to the Culver City site. Very different layout. The BH location is very spacious inside, lots of indoor seating and a enclosed patio with ample seating. This location has two sides, one side has a small indoor dining area and outdoor sidewalk dining; and the other side of for pick-up only with a few tables outdoors. Not as personal or relaxing vibes as the BH site, feel like you need to dine and dash to make space for others. The food, bread, and baked goodie options are the same high quality. Same menu. We ordered two sandwiches (Tuna and Ham/Cheese) for dine in. Both were excellent, the bread! I ordered two sandwiches (Turkey and Turkey Pesto), lattes, cookies, and baguettes to go. All items traveled well and gobbled up quickly with smiles. Service was good but not amazing. At he BH's store they are very friendly and check on you while you are in person dining. They make you feel special. At the Culver City location, definitely missing that! Parking, all I can say is good luck! Some street metered parking but scarce and may only be 1 hr limit. There is parking for the retail stores, but few if any spaces. Most of the neighborhood streets are permit only or just 1 hr limit. I still think Lodge Bread is a great business model with great bread and food. Definitely gping to stick with the BH location. I know where to park and enjoy relaxing while enjoying a great sandwich or breakfast with friendly service. read more

Lodge Bread - Tuna Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My husband and I ended up coming here for lunch on a Saturday in October after seeing a crazy line at the first place we were meant to get brunch. We were both hungry and just wanted to get food somewhere we knew we wouldn't have to wait long. Unfortunately we ended up regretting our visit here. There was a staff member at the cashier who looked like we'd ruined her day by coming in. We ordered and went to a table outside to sit. Since our last visit, they've remodeled slightly and have a separate entrance for ordering takeaway and dine-in orders. Aside from the bigger entrance for dine-in orders, they don't have any indoor seating, all of their seating is outdoors. Our food arrived within 20 minutes. My shakshuka was good, but my husband's tuna sandwich was just ok. They serve the sandwiches on cold bread, which ruins the entire thing. read more

Lodge Bread - Ah - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've visited a handful of times now and they consistently make me happy! The bread is scrumptious. The chew is on point, packed with flavor and aroma. The crust is crunchy but not tough and the inside is chewy and not elastic. Has a light tangy flavor. Ugh! It's perfect! If you love bread it will not disappoint. Paid about $11 and some change for the loaf and they will slice for you if you'd like. The coffee is great! I usually go for a latte. I've had it hot and cold, and it always tastes great. It's not super strong, I would say it's medium and well balanced when mixed with milk. They have other baked goods, like cookies, coffee cake, croissants as well. Cookies are a must. My favorite thing to order so far has been the cinnamon sugar toast. Perfectly toasted, has delicious pool of butter, cinnamon, sugar and hit of sea salt on top. It's a must have. The BLT and the turkey pesto sandwiches are yummy! I can't even say I would prefer one over the other they are both that good. These sandwiches are everything but dry or bland. My compliments to the many hard working people whose hands make this happen. The service is always great. I've visited when they are busy and not, and the only thing I would say is different is how quickly you'll receive your order. But their staff is always on it and acknowledging you. The have dining inside and outside tables. More of them outside. The place is always looking very clean and organized. There is meter parking available but on weekends you might have to find parking a little further. read more

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Every dish we tried here was excellent!! A relative had brought some of their bread down for our wedding and I thought it was so incredible and finally had the chance to visit and try the other food. The shakshuka is some of the best I have had! Very flavorful. All of the food we will had was wonderful. I would absolutely come again! The food was prepared very quickly and there was a really nice open patio. It is really wonderful for a beautiful day. read more

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This place is very popular and busy on a saturday morning! They have an extensive selection of baked goods and some drinks available. Chocolate croissant: very layered and a generous amount of chocolate. super buttery and flakey! ham and cheese croissant: delicious and well balanced. again, very buttery and flakey. pear morning bun: did not really taste the pear, which I think was a jam spread inside the bun. But it is a delicious morning bun overall There is some seating available, but I did not notice outlets for working/studying. read more

Lodge Bread - Chocolate Croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I got the Fat Pita - really enjoyed it! Fresh pita bread generously filled with tons of veggies, served with what I believe was a tahini sauce. Service was prompt, casual ambience , seating options inside and out. read more

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I got a turkey pesto sandwich that was so good! And a decent size. Any time I've come here the food is always good. Theres only outdoor seating but its a nice seating area. read more

Not sure about this place, I purchased a baguette second day I could have gave someone a concussion if thrown at the right angle. I was not a fan, bread seemed dense. Ordered a cardamom pastry was yummy. I won't be back nothing blew me out the water I'm well aware of what it is to buy food especially bread without preservatives. There are other bakeries that do same, imagine that. Bread should not be hard as a rock on second day, competitors have proved otherwise. No intention to hurt anyone with bread, but thanks for the pep talk. read more

Lodge Bread - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here lunch with a friend and ordered the Turkey sandwich and they got a Tuna one. We both enjoyed the sandwiches but the highlight was the chocolate chip cookie! So happy we were able to snag the last one of the day. read more

The staff is sooooo friendly! When did this expand to the unit next door? We appreciated the added seating. We ordered the veggie sandwich + turkey and then the pita sandwich. I enjoyed the the pita sandwich. It was the perfect warm healthy vegan option during the Xmas Eve rain. My friend loved her veggie sandwich with turkey. It reminded us of the scooby doo sandwich since it was stacked high. There's street meter parking in the front and a few street spots in the residential area around the corner. I would suggest carpooling if you can. read more

Lodge Bread - Fat Pita Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The ricotta jam toast is my favorite! I really enjoyed the breakfast sammy as well. Seating at this location can get crowded on the weekends. read more

Lodge Bread - Breakfast Sammie - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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It's a smallish bakery in Culver City with a lot of really good freshly-baked bread, plus breakfast and lunch sandwiches, pizzas, among other things. I wanted to try and baguette and the ones they offer are very good-sized. However, it was a harder and crustier than I had hoped. If you have ever been to France (and who among us hasn't?), when you order a baguette at a boulangerie/bakery, you get a very warm, just-out-of-the-oven baguette that has a crust but still melts in your mouth. I realize Culver City isn't Paris but a guy can dream, right? Make sure you get cultured butter with your baguette. It's very good. The breakfast sandwich (we ordered it with sausage instead of bacon) is an absolute knockout. It is massive and comes on a pillowy soft brioche bun with two delicious sausage patties, eggs, and melted cheese. It is an absolute winner. The ricotta and jam toast was very nice. It comes on a thick piece of bread with a huge slather of delicious ricotta cheese and strawberry jam. I really wanted to love this place but the baguette should have been softer for one that I purchased at around 9 in the a.m. I still would return, though. This is obviously high quality stuff. The pastries looked amazing but we didn't try any on this visit. You order at the counter and they bring you your food. Street parking only. read more

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Solid breakfast/brunch/lunch spot. Bread is tasty but nothing out of this world. Coffee was good read more

Lodge Bread - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It's the kind of place that feels L.A. and you can spend a slow morning. Space is a mix of industrial and cozy. Make sure to grab a loaf of bread to go! Our orders: Breakfast Sammie ($17.86): Toasted sourdough, farm eggs, cheddar, arugula, and mayo, with bacon. This seemed like the popular option but found it quite simple and not worth trying again. Salame Rosa Focaccia Sandwich ($22.30): Our favorite! It has Fra'Mani salame rosa, fresh mozzarella, arugula, almond pesto aioli, balsamic glaze, layered on their signature focaccia. This one's a standout. The focaccia is pillowy but still holds its shape, and the flavor combo is rich, nutty, and bright. Pricey, but you can tell a lot of care went into it. Cardamom Knot ($6.21): Another favorite-- very big, soft, not too sweet, with that gentle cardamom warmth Bread Pudding ($6.21) read more

Lodge Bread - Salame Rosa - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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$9.25 for an iced oat vanilla latte??? You gotta be kidding me. Average tasting coffee in a small cup at that. I also saw someone leaving with an iced matcha latte and it looked as pale as iceberg lettuce. Alternatively, the cinnamon roll is delicious. So is the olive bread. Come for the baked goods, don't bother with the drinks. read more

Lodge Bread - Cinnamon Roll - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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It's one thing to not be hospitable, and it's another to completely stomp on a guests enthusiasm for your concept. I had followed Lodge on instagram since before they opened in Culver, and after they opened it still took me a while to swing by, but when I finally did I was beyond excited. I'm from Europe, and we love our bread, especially where I'm from. And now there I was, in the middle of a place that loved bread. Then I noticed the De La Paz coffee beans. Holy- that is so niche and they have had a special place in my heart and in my life, and there it was, at Lodge! As I was checking out, what appeared to be one of the bakers/owners I brought up De La Paz, and knowing Matthew Hein was the rep at the time, I asked about him, and the guy goes "oh so we're name dropping?" I chuckled but he was serious. Ok dude. This isn't like a "I know the owner" thing, I'm asking about a coffee bean rep for the smallest company in the world. He continued to be pretty rude and I was like ok, cool, f this place. That was years ago and this draft has been sitting in my unposted. Thought it was time though. I could've easily been a regular this entire time. Good bread though. read more

Metal spring inside cookie!! What's worse is that I've tried calling multiple times to just make the location aware but their phone line seems to be messed up and they continue to hang up on me. I'm not sure how this got passed quality control. read more

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Been a fan of Lodge for a long time now. A bit pricey so I don't visit frequently, but know you're getting quality, fresh food, amazing flavors, and great service. The Culver City location also has ample seating and parking isn't too bad as there are meters lining the building. If you like a fresh bakery scene, this is one of the best in LA. Check it out! read more

Lodge Bread - Breakfast Sammie - Yummmm - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Went here for lunch and the pizza was DELICIOUS. Super fresh and has a chewy crust. Along with their breads, they sell pizza dough, hummus, and a few other refrigerated items. FYI, there is only seating outdoors (but with weather as temperate as LA, this shouldn't be a problem). Planning to come back! Someone ordered a sandwich near us and it looked stacked! read more

Lodge Bread - Gonna - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I love everything at Lodge, & I'm partial to this original location. One of the reasons why is bc they have amazing pizza - some of the best in town, imo. I was excited that they opened up the space next door for inside table seating, & the new ordering counter is big & really showcases the pastries. But. And this is a big but! No pizza! Whyyyyyyy?!! I hope that's temporary, bc the pizza here is so awesome that it's been worth at least one weekly visit just for that alone. I'll still come for the velvety hummus & puffy soft pita, the Big Fat Pita sammich, the smoked pastrami, loaves of fresh bread, the Cinnamon Whoopie Pie, & the best ham & cheese croissant ever. Bring back the pizza please!!! read more

Lodge Bread - Pepper pan pizza : ) - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I love a sandwich. This place has great sandwiches. Bread is in the name. Should the bread be a little thicker/heartier? Yes. Nonetheless, it was delicious. I got the Roasted Turkey and a Tuna. I appreciate that the turkey was real and tasted like it was carved for my sandwich. The tuna was delishhhhh. Not too much mayo and had fantastic flavor. Love a pickle on the side. You order on one side and pick up next door. Decent seating indoors and out. Staff when ordering was not unfriendly but not necessarily friendly. Staff at pick up was super friendly. My biggest problem is street parking. Only about 5 spots out front for metered street parking. Otherwise, venture to the side streets into a neighborhood to park. I was there well after lunch and parking was easy and right up front. I went again (got the same two sandwiches) and parking was not happening. I had to park a block away because I went at lunch time. It is what it is, but as we all know living in LA, parking is important. Obviously, I went twice in one week, and experienced lunch time & after lunch time parking, and will definitely be back because the sandwiches were That good. read more

Lodge Bread - Roasted Turkey Sammie - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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WOW, I was impressed. Came in on a Sunday and late morning and there was seating and everything was coming out quick for how many people were there. Theres no indoor seating though many different types of tables. I tried a couple pastries and got the baked eggs all of which were representative of the bread that they make so well. Will definitely be back. read more

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This is a place with really delicious bread and a great breakfast and brunch menu. I wouldn't say the coffee is amazing, but this place is all about bread and pastries -- and they're truly fresh and tasty. read more

Lodge Bread - Baked Eggs - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Beautiful spot. Ample space outside and inside. Tuna sandwich delicious! Great matcha as well. Customer service was meh. Not rude but not friendly or inviting. read more

5 stars for the food! I can't afford to come here anymore. The prices have gone up so much, naturally with everything going up around us in this town. The food is still amazing. This was my go to place for picking up starter. They don't sell it anymore which is a bummer, because they were one of the only bakeries around that did. I'd come in for the starter and also would usually buy a coffee and sandwich too. Now I don't have a reason to come here and spend my whole paycheck. Can you please bring back the starter for the folks who can't afford your delicious bread? read more

Delicious food all around. Not typically an olives fan and wasn't aware of the bread that came with the big breakfast but it was really tasteful! The coffee was also delicious, im definitely going back to try more of what's in their menu. I went on a Saturday afternoon and it was pretty busy however we were able to find seating before our food came (which was pretty fast). Good service! read more

Lodge Bread - Big breakfast and shakshuka - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Everything was amazing! The cinnamon roll was massive - an entire loaf! And very tasty. The shakshuka was delicious and fantastic with the homemade bread to soak everything up. The avocado toast was also great. Staff was friendly and lots of seating options inside and outside. read more

Lodge Bread - Shakshuka, cinnamon roll, avocado toast - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Stopped by for a late lunch and got the margherita pizza. This is a local place with most there having breakfast or a sandwich. Our pizza was okay but we didn't get much service. We ate outside and had to come back in to get plates, utensils, napkins, water, and cups on our own. Noticed that other tables had their servers bring these things out for them. Loved that we could eat outside and their breads looked good. read more

Lodge Bread - Margherita pizza was okay but we - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fresh bread and quality ingredients. I had the shashuka and turkey pesto sandwich and I could tell the time and effort it took to braise the tomato as well as how fresh the pesto and focaccia were. Just delightful. I think of the pesto time to time :) Just wish the price wasn't that high. $20 for a sandwich pretax isn't something I see myself spending frequently. Wish I could support them more and try out more dishes. read more

Bread here smells heavenly, I was less convinced by the pizza - the latter is a medium thick crust and a okay amount of pepperoni, nothing special given how brutally competitive the pizza scene is in Los Angeles. However the patio is straightforward and comfortable enough, and the breads and muffins and croissants and cookies all looked delicious, might have to stick to those next time??? read more

Lodge Bread - Front entrance/patio. - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The Breakfast Sammie? 10/10. No notes. It's everything you want in a breakfast sandwich--hearty, flavorful, and built like it means business. But let's talk about the toast and jam--my personal tradition every season. The bread is perfection: thick and chewy with just the right crunch on the edge. It never gets soggy, even under that dreamy layer of ricotta and whatever seasonal jam is in rotation (currently strawberry, and yes, it slaps). Lodge just gets bread. And me. I'll be back as long as they keep baking. read more