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Amazing treats that are all gluten free!!! We had the most amazing delicious breakfast sandwich...jalapeno cheese scone with cooked cheese, bacon, spinach, egg, avocado. You pick your scone and then can add goodies. We had the perfect combination! So so delicious. read more

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A lovely family owned bakery. The coffee cake muffin was particularly delicious and worth its price.

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Where to start? Nece's GF is incredible!! We have tried everything from their sandwiches, cake slices, cheesecake slices, cookies, brownies, pretzels, to their ham and cheese wheels. This is a mandatory stop for us whenever we're in Monterey. The front of house staff are lovely to interact with, so knowledgeable, and so caring for all of your baked goods. My husband has a chocolate allergy and Nece's staff was so careful to separate out all of the non-chocolate items from the chocolate items. The extra step to show this level of care did not go unnoticed and FOH staff did this without us needing to ask. As someone who was recently told they can't have gluten, this place is like finding the light at the end of a dark tunnel. I am so grateful to this little bakery for their delicious gf baked goods and wonderful humans to interact with. read more

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Mama B.

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Daily egg special is delicious. Recommend they begin to have faux meat (protein) - there were only meat options. (Same price w/o meat) Egg part could be bigger, but that's IMHO. Overall, delicious. Worth visiting. Muffins looked outrageous. read more

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Erin H.

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CLOSED SUNDAYS!!!!! I was *devastated* to see this. Arrived on Friday and planned to get a GF cinnamon roll from here before leaving Sunday, not realizing it is only open Tuesday thru Saturday wahhhhhhhhh. But I was able to get a Nece's chocolate chip muffin at Captain & Stoker in town, and it was delish. Great texture, super big, very enjoyable. I hope I can come back for a gf cinnamon roll someday as I feel like those are hard to come by. read more

Nece's GF - Chocolate chip muffin with one bit taken out - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Beth O.

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I love this place so much I could cry! Having gluten and dairy free dietary restrictions and a love for pastries does not always go hand in hand, but I genuinely could not tell the difference at Nece's GF. (My boyfriend, who is not gluten free, also agrees.) The staff was confidently able to recommend me options that were dairy free, on top of everything already being gluten free. It was such a relaxing and fun experience being able to choose from a variety of muffins, brownies, cookies, and cakes without the worry of feeling sick afterwards. My personal favorites were the maple scone and the brownie with sea salt. These were hands down the best gluten and dairy free pastries I've ever had, and I will most definitely be back. Thank you so much Nece's I love you!! read more

Nece's GF - parmesan, cheddar and herb twist sugar cookie apple cinnamon muffin maple scone brownie topped with sea salt - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Margaret O.

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Rarely leave reviews, but the food was so good I had to. Didn't think gluten free bread could be this delicious, was the perfect sandwich. The service is amazing, the women working here are so friendly and nice. Very pleased and worth the price ! read more

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Lauren V.

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What a great place to visit regardless of if you have severe gluten allergies or are celiac. My celiac husband and I were staying in Carmel for the weekend and took the opportunity to order a bunch of sandwiches from Nece's to stock up since we were there just for the weekend and they are closed sun-mon. These were some of the best gluten-free sandwiches we've ever had. We tried literally every sandwich on their menu and they were all fantastic. Huge serving sizes (one sandwich made two meals for me) an incredible flavor and quality. It is a crime that there's not a Nece's where we live! Whether you're gluten-free or not, definitely give this place a try. You'll be glad you did! read more

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Hannah G.

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Wow...I am amazed at just how good this place is. I got the breakfast sconewich with the cheddar scone, bacon, and avocado. The cheddar scone was SO buttery and moist I could have cried at how delicious it was. All of the baked goods looked amazing but besides the sconewich, I only got some cookies (also delicious). If you're GF, this place is an absolute must! read more

Nece's GF - Breakfast sconewich with the cheddar scone - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Odog209 N.

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I didn't think gluten-free baked goods can be this good. Usually the thought of a gluten-free pastry is so offputting that I don't even try it. We just so happen to be staying at a hotel one street over from this place on our trip to Big Sur so I walked in. I got a sconewich two days in a row, and to be honest it was one of the most delicious things I've ate. I also brought a blackberry scone home, which was equally delicious. Everything else looked so fluffy and amazing, I honestly don't know how they do it. I have baked gluten-free before and everything comes out like a brick. I loved this place. read more

Nece's GF - A sconewich with cheddar jalapeño - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Lorin B.

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If you're looking for the scone of your dreams, it lives here. Nece's is amazing! I visit Monterey maybe once a year, and I make it a point to get my gluten free baking fix at least once while I'm in town. The cheddar jalapeño scone is to die for - tender and bouncy and just the right amount of cheese and peppers. How do they even do this?? I guess lots of people are in the know, though, because they mostly sell out before 10am. So get there early! The muffins are perfectly textured too- none of the gritty or mushy feel you get with so many gluten free baked goods - just tender crumb in lots of flavors. I tried the sugar cookie and the salt pretzel this time around too. The cookie had a delicious buttery flavor and was soft but not overly crumbly- the closest I've seen to what I remember of a traditional sugar cookie. The salt pretzel was really hard until I microwaved it for 30 seconds, then it softened up really nicely. Listen, if you're gluten free, just go there. You will not be sorry. read more

Nece's GF - Cheddar jalapeño scone AKA The Scone of My Dreams - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

Nece's GF - Salt pretzel, well most of it - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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D_William S.

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Still an amazing gluten free bakery. If you're in Monterey this is a must visit for delicious GF scones, muffins, pies, sandwiches and more. Say "hello" to Sharquay and her bakers-helpers... they are a very friendly family-owned business. We have celiac's in our family and everything is truly Gluten free, celiac safe read more

Nece's GF - Sconewich! Amazing!! - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Danielle Z.

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Omg best gf desserts EVER!! Gotta try, you'll never know. Love love love! They have the best gf cinnamon roll I have ever tried and brownie!! The lemon tart is also amazing. Honestly you can't go wrong lol. read more

Nece's GF - Gf dairy free brownie! - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

Nece's GF - Look at the size!!! So amazing! - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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S L.

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9 months ago

Incredible gf bakery! So many delicious items and very single one is gluten free! Plus the bakery itself is modern, cute and clean with a very high-end vibe. The ham and cheese breakfast bun was delicious and huge. The brownie was also delicious. Nece's is delicious and such a welcome treat for me as a person who can't eat gluten at all. If you're in the Monterey area and are looking for GF, stop here!!!! Thank you Nece's gf!!!! read more

Nece's GF - Ham and cheese breakfast bun - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

Nece's GF - Niece's gf - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Richelle B.

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We stopped by twice while we were in town and tried a few different things--lunch sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, and apple muffin. It was all incredible, but the star of the show for me was the cinnamon roll. I will having dreams about it for years to come, I'm sure read more

Nece's GF - Gluten free cinnamon role - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Tiffany L.

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9 months ago

Had a gluten free muffin from here. It was one of the better gluten free items I've tried but I think they use alternative sugars in their items because I had allergic reaction to something in the muffin. Don't let that stop you though! Like I said texture wise, not bad for gluten free sadness. I didn't visit the location directly but had their product from a local coffee roaster. Still, give them a try. read more

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Terri M.

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If I could give them 10 stars I would! One of the best GF bakeries! The staff was amazing and so accommodating to my dietary needs! The breakfast sandwich was outstanding and so was the apple cinnamon muffin! I even enjoyed a latte ! read more

Nece's GF - Apple Cinnamon Muffin - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

Nece's GF - Breakfast Sandwich with, fried egg, ham, spinach and tomato - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Manda S.

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In town for work and as a celiac, I am always on the search for gluten free food. A cute little cafe with AMAZING baked goods and very nice staff! I had a soft pretzel with cheese sauce for the first time in years!!! Should have grabbed a bread pudding but I had no way to keep it until I got home, so I got a cinnamon roll and a (huge) brownie for later. A must try is you have gluten problems!! read more

Nece's GF - Soft pretzel with cheese sauce, brownie, cinnamon roll - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Tim W.

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4 months ago

Wow! Amazing GF bakery. Everything looked spectacular and tasted as good as it looked! They also had a list of GF friendly restaurants in the area. Thanks Nece! read more

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Amy H.

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So yummy! We tried the pretzel, cinnamon roll, ham roll, muffin and scone which. All are so good! Even a few days after purchase. Staff made ordering easy and the eating area is cute (it is on the smaller side) anyone who is gluten-free has to check this out when in Monterey. read more

Nece's GF - Cheddar Scone which with bacon, tomato and spinach. - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Celly C.

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So grateful to have a gf place in this area. Salinas has nearly nothing at restaurants that's GF. Their sconewhiches are sooo good and pastries don't taste GF. If you're near the mall, stop by this bakery. Even if you're not GF, you're gonna LOVE IT. trust me :) read more

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David R.

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We visited Monterey this weekend, and discovered Nece's GF bakery (thanks, Yelp!) just a few minutes from our motel. I think Nece's has nailed the art of gluten-free baking. If you've never had to search for gluten-free options, you can't fully appreciate that statement; so much is out there that just can't match the taste or texture of quality pastries and breads. I had the blueberry muffin, and my wife had a salted maple scone. BOTH were magnificent! Even if you're not gluten-sensitive, this is top-notch in every way. Nece, if this is your only location, you should consider franchising!!! You could start with Richmond (our home town!!) read more

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Chloe S.

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yall this sconewich changed my life everything i've tried here has been top tier, it's dedicated gluten free, and the environment is super welcoming! will be back read more

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Lena A.

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Great bakery! Variety of baked goods, fresh! They do sell out throughout the day. For bagels come earlier. Tried bagels, cinnamon rolls, scones, muffin, cookies. All fantastic with great flavor. read more

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Caitlin F.

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Amazing breakfast sconewich! I got jalapeño cheddar with ham and cheese, but there are many options and topping choices. It comes out hot and the scone is soft and delicious! Staff were very friendly and helpful, they even had a list of safe local restaurant recommendations from the owner who has celiac. read more

Nece's GF - Amazing Jalapeño cheddar sconewich with ham and cheese! - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Sarah C.

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All of their food was delicious!! The scones were sooooo good. My husband and I had breakfast sandwiches and took home some baked goods. I wish I lived closer. I dream of their food. Can't wait to visit them again! read more

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Tatiana H.

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1 year ago

Literally my favorite spot. I've been gluten free for 14 years, so when Nece's popped up I was floored. Both sweet and savory, and a small coffee menu. Cookies are delicious, bread loaves freeze wonderfully, and the sandwiches?? To die for. I try to swing by for a "sconewich" whenever I'm out of the house before 11am (they run out quickly!!). The cakes are veryyyyyyyyy sweet, which isn't for me but that's personal preference. Staff is always super kind, and even given the Christian atmosphere, I've never been proselytized to, which is nice (esp as a visibly queer individual). Lots of natural light, a few outdoor tables, and a small collection of local art on one wall. Stop by!! read more

Nece's GF - Cutie little window seat ft flowers from next door at Elroy's - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Edward C.

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Scones are 10/10 Scone breakfast sandwiches are 10/10 Coffee is good. Definitely recommend read more

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Bruce B.

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Excellent GF bakery- but get here early!!! It sells out fast. Can't wait to try their breads as well read more

Nece's GF - GF muffin and Americano - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Elizabeth K.

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Yesterday my husband and I found Nece's because we are both gluten sensitive. My husband is also dairy sensitive. We bought their gluten free dairy free brownie and it was out of this world! The most amazing tasting brownie we have had in a long time!! We also bought and everything bagel (which was delicious,) a chocolate chip cookie and a peanut butter cookie. Couldn't believe how amazing these things tasted! So good! Thank you Nece for sharing your baking with us! May God continue to bless your store! read more

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Halee S.

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Every treat here is delicious. Can't even tell it's gluten free. The texture of the blueberry muffin is amazing. Crunchy outside, chewy, soft inside. Highly recommended! read more

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Tyler R.

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Nece's is great! My wife and I dropped in today for the first time today. The atmosphere is pleasant, clean and the staff is welcoming. There is a nice variety of options to pick from as well. We tried, the cinnamon roll which was delicious and have great texture. We also tried a sugar cookie which was also really great. In addition to these we picked up a scone, a chocolate chip cookie and a lemon poppy muffin which I'm sure will also be just as tasty. Thanks for the great baked goods! Look forward to trying a brownie and a panini in the future! read more

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Perla B.

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My son almost cried tears of joy when eating the gluten free ham and cheese roll. After his celiac diagnosis earlier this year, we have been on a journey to find yummy alternatives. The scones, brownies, cookies, and rolls were all so moist and delicious (we stocked up lol). We all agreed this will be our first stop when we get into Monterey from now on. read more

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Mickey O.

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My wife is Celiac and said this place was really good. I also had a chocolate chip muffin and it was pretty tasty. She also got a GF panini and said it was very good. Lots of turkey and they had sprouts, which she loves on her sandwich. Yay for 100% gluten free bakery. Thanks Nece! read more

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Tyler A.

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The best gluten free bakery I've tried. I cannot recommend them enough. Their vegan scones are incredibly moist and delicious. Their muffins are massive and never disappoint. read more

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Leisa M.

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This place is amazing! Everything was fresh and tasty. I was only in Monterey for 2 days and I went twice! I had to sample the brownie before I took the picture. The second day, I ordered a chocolate chip muffin that was sooo good! I would say that muffin, the brownie, and cinnamon roll were my favorites. read more

Nece's GF - Brownie, coffee cake muffin, cinnamon roll, cheese scone - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Mariah J.

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The best gluten free bakery I've been to!! I'm from the bay and it was better than Mariposa which is a big gf bakery out there. I had the cheddar jalapeño scone and the maple bacon scone both delicious and this is coming from a bakery snob! They weren't just good for gf they were GREAT pastries! The prices are great for pastries as well read more

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Ramona Q.

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Best Birthday Cake EVER! Thank you Nece's for making my 16 year old"s birthday cake dreams come true! The cake was beautiful and tasted amazing. Your team is awesome! 10/10 read more

Nece's GF - Red Velvet Birthday Cake - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

Nece's GF - Perfectly placed sprinkles! - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

Nece's GF - So pretty...the lighting doesn't do it justice! - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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Korinne T.

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I'm unfortunately obsessed with this place now and visited three times during my trip to Monterey! Eating gluten free means I sometimes struggle to find quality baked goods, and everything we tried here was awesome! I loved the sea salt brownie and the apple muffin the most I think read more

Nece's GF - Beautiful display case - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

Nece's GF - Two muffins and a ham & cheese roll (10/10) - Gluten-Free Near Me - Monterey, California

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More info about Nece's GF

25 Soledad Dr
Monterey, CA 93940
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(831) 316-9768
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https://necesglutenfree.com

Hours

What time does Nece's GF open?

Nece's GF opens at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Nece's GF close?

Nece's GF is closed on Monday and Sunday.Nece's GF closes at 3:30 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun ClosedTue-Sat 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Nece's GF have catering options?

No, Nece's GF does not have catering options.

Does Nece's GF serve alcohol?

No, Nece's GF does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Nece's GF allow dogs?

Yes, Nece's GF allows dogs.

Does Nece's GF have TVs?

No, Nece's GF does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Nece's GF have outdoor seating?

Yes, Nece's GF has outdoor seating options.

Does Nece's GF have parking?

Yes, Nece's GF has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Nece's GF wheelchair accessible?

No, Nece's GF is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Nece's GF have free WiFi?

Yes, Nece's GF has free WiFi.

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Cash only! Traditional establishment with large pastries…read more - Muffin : was a blueberry flavor that day, very soda bread scone tasting. Enjoyed the crumb top and plentiful berries! Very moist - Berry danish : the pastry itself was a little chewy for my taste, but overall not bad!

Oh Pavels! How dear you guys are to my heart…read more If you are in pacific grove on a Saturday do yourself a favor and wake up early and head down to pavels. Open one day a week...sold out by noon. Truly deserving of all its praise. If you want to do Pavel's right, get the berry danish. Yes you can get the cream cheese berry but if you want the true fall in love experience, get the berry danish. Trust me. The sheepherders bread is to die for. I always get a few loaves. Slice it up and put them in the freezer for my avocado toast in the morning. The salami sandwich is also a must. Never have I ever had a sesame seed baguette be so soft. Other than that, you really can't go wrong here... it's a sweet community of people that lineup in the morning. Locals and travelers that have found this hidden gem. Anybody with a negative review about them being open only one day we're having a line in the morning needs to learn how to enjoy the simple things in life. Pavels is an experience. A true joy to get to enjoy. BRING CASH THEY ARE CASH ONLY:)

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Mad Dogs & Englishmen

4.7(731 reviews)

2.2 mi

Ashley and the barista team made total 5 star worthy drinks. The service and atmosphere also an A+!read more

The shop is delightful. The quaint decor and bright white doors makes for an inviting shop. Despite…read morethe long line, the staff work hard and move quickly. The shop is very dog friendly and even provides treats for your loved one. There are limited seating but you'll manage to find a spot somewhere. Their coffee is good. The hot latte was bright and not bitter. The iced latte was not bitter and strong. They also have seasonal drinks which are also not too sweet and the flavors work well such as their Vanilla Cardamom Latte and Kiss of Carmel. I also really enjoyed their Special King Charles Cider drink which reminded me of fall. Elisia (I apologize if I've spelt your name wrong), who headed the Espresso drinks, was exceptional. Despite the tremendous pressure of endless drink orders, she pulls the shots expertly while timely steaming the milk to ensure the best quality for the espresso drinks. She also kindly greets customers picking up their drink and manages remakes very professionally. I appreciate her efforts and applaud her dedication to craft while ensuring a lovely experience for her guests.

Ham and cheese

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Exceptionally cute merch

Parker-Lusseau Pastries & Cafe

4.7(312 reviews)

0.9 mi

Delightful cafe, with delicious pastries, cute tables outside and friendly, helpful staff!…read more We got here a bit later around 11 am so we definitely missed some of the popular items like the ham and cheese croissant. I will try to come earlier and see if they have it next time! I was in the mood for savory not having eaten breakfast yet so the quiche was calling me. This was my first time here and many people ahead of me in line were ordering them. Truthfully I'm not really a quiche person but this one looked divine. Maybe because instead of a slice of quiche it was my own little quiche. It was so savory, flavorful with the perfect balance of goat cheese and tomato! (I got the goat cheese & tomato flavor obv). They also heated it up for me! It was delicious and the crust so flaky. I also got an almond croissant because I love me some almond filling. This too was delicious! It was really cool to try their style of almond croissant which is a flatter style--flaky and moist and crisp. My hubby got the apricot pastry and it was also so good! I am ready to visit here again the next time I'm in Monterey! Hopefully I can snag a table outside this time because it's such a cute outdoor space to eat after getting your pastries.

Been here many times ... Actually EVERYTIME we are I. Monterey!…read more But ... Disappointed this time AND many other times because there were no mention of when they are closed. Just remember, call ahead and follow Instagram Here are their hours for Jan Why? You guessed it, this place is sooooo good that they can afford to NOT WORK and still do well. A must visit when in Monterey.

Petit-fours displays

All chocolate

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Latte served on a big bowl.

The Perfect Crumb Bakery

3.9(310 reviews)

2.7 mi

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What a cute shop, super clean and nicely maintained and the location is super nice, the food is ok…read morebut that's the only good things I can say about this shop. The staff is ok but not the nicest, they got my order wrong and I don't feel like they were too pleased with my correcting it. The shop is very small so no room for a large group but it's a quaint shop. I'm sorry but I'll never go there again as the prices were not good and portions were not good as well.

Wonderful food and pastries and the best Lavender Fog coffee I've ever had!! Forgive the bite out…read moreof the burrito and as simple as it looks every bite of food here is homemade. I am beyond impressed, the owner even mills her own flour. i will definitely make this a regular stop.

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Cafe Guarani

4.5(265 reviews)

2.3 mi

Excellent little Paraguayan snack bar!!…read more I saw this spot while scrolling thru Yelp's nearby function and curiosity of their yerba mate and empanadas brought me in. I was still feeling kind of sick but wanted something hot to drink so I ordered a mate latte with oat milk. I also had one of their beef empanadas to take away so I could eat it later. Mate latte was great and definitely would get this drink again. They also have a smoked mate drink and I would definitely come back to try this too! You have to like yerba mate to fully appreciate this drink. The mate latte is kind of a light version of what mate is like. Maybe start with this first to prepare you for traditional mate. If you get traditional mate, be prepared to have your mouth jolted and doing jumping jacks, its definitely stimulating and I love it! Later when I reached my destination, I ate the beef empanada with chimichurri sauce provided and it was delicious! After I polished it off, I had wished I brought a few more to take with me. But, at $9.50 a piece, they aren't cheap, so keep that in mind. They also have other Paraguayan/South American offerings here and I was so tempted to get a mini alfajor as it was eyeing me in the display case that said EAT ME (like Alice in Wonderland), but I did not give into this, but I so wish I did!! I will definitely come back here again and again when visiting Monterey! A true gem and next time, I have to check out their secret back garden too!

K this was not our first pick but we wanted to go to 1st awakening which is half a block away but…read moretheir wait was 2 hrs so we stumbled upon this cafe and we were lucky to. No long wait times. Outdoor seating in the back patio. The empanadas are sooo good. Best ones that I've had. So crispy and filled with vegetables and soy. The soy croquettes were so tender and creamy. We are vegetarian so that's what we got. got. I wanted to go for more seconds.