One of my favorite bakeries in the US. I travel a lot for work and am constantly looking for new sweet treat places. But by far, Papillon has remained top dog in a search across a minimum of 15 states. Whenever I have family or friends come to visit, this is the first place I take them for a warm nutella ponchik. There's just nothing like it anywhere else. Everytime i'm away from home im constantly mourning not having a Papillon in a close vicinity. Do yourself a favor and pop in for a warm cloud that transports you right to home. read more

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Papillon Bakery never disappoints! The bakery is spotless, beautifully organized, and the display cases are filled with fresh pastries and desserts. The staff was welcoming, and everything looked fresh and well-made. It's a great spot whether you're picking up pastries for yourself or bringing treats to share. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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I love, love, love their Bird's Milk Cake! It satisfies this indulgent and fudge craving I get once in a while. Hands down, I think they have one of the best Honey Cakes with the fudge layer on top aka Birds Milk Cake. This is my third time trying the dessert, and it was unanimous that it is a must-get in the area. They honey cake layers are moist, you can't think of it as a normal fluffy cake, it's more on the dense side. The fudge layer has a nice, rich chocolate, and not overwhelmingly sweet taste that you want more of. The smaller size they have is an actual full small cake $25 that will feed 12-16 people. You don't need large servings of this dessert as it's very rich. Service is nice. Small parking lot. Thank you Papillon International Bakery! read more

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The food tasted good. The service was good. The Ambiance was pleasant. I wanted to try the special pastries. It look really tasty. I only had a hot coca with a croissant. It was buttery and tasted good with my coca. That was just a quick trial and was good. I recommend this place of Business. Kindness Forward one person at a time. read more

Nothing beats the original location (Hollywood) of an LA institution, especially when it's successfully branched out to other areas (Glendale, NoHo, Northridge). I arrived early on a Saturday morning and treated myself to an assortment of their best recommendations: Dulce de leche ponchik, minced beef empanada, potato perashki, and a (cream) cheese roll. I waited ~10 minutes for everything to be made hot and fresh, burning the roof of my mouth in excitement -- and I'd do it again. Dulce de leche ponchik was the best caramel donut I could ever dream of. There's at least 2 generous tablespoons of molten lava deliciousness in one ponchik: it spilled over into the box! Potato perashki is how I burned my mouth: flavorful, salty, herbaceous. Beef empanada was fried to golden brown perfection, full of velvety minced beef with small pieces of potato (corned beef hash could never). The (cream) cheese roll was not too sweet, smooth and rich in flakey pastry. Don't sleep on the seasoning salt offered for savory items either: it puts Lawry's to shame. I happily devoured my box of reasonably priced treats on the small outdoor patio, curious to know if I had arrived later what else might've been on display in the bakery cases. Nice to see how clean, calm, and friendly the manager was with long-time customers picking up catering orders. Porto's has golden boxes; Papillon has bright turquoise ones. Parking is available in their adjoining lot though it gets crowded with nearby businesses easily. read more

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The first time I tried these churros, they were given to us as a holiday gift and they were so good we had to come in ourselves for more. We arrived about 10 minutes before closing, and they still made everything fresh, which we really appreciated. The only hiccup was that we ordered a cheese roll but ended up with Oreo filled churros instead (didn't realize until we got home). Guess that just means we have an excuse to go back! They also sell fresh tea bags beautifully packaged in a box that displays each flavor individually perfect for gifting. read more

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Long live bakeries! I had both the custard and nutella ponchiks (separate times because they're hefty) and prefer the nutella. Because these donuts are filled to the brim, they can tend on the sweet side. They come out hot, made to order, and are dusted in powdered sugar. I just want more of the dough which is almost mochi-type chewy and has a thin crust. Doesn't make my list of peak donuts, but they're solid. read more

Papillon International Bakery - Nutella Ponchik - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is our absolute favorite when we're craving something sweet in the LA area. We're obsessed with their custard-filled ponchiks, and the Nutella ones are always a hit--especially with the kids in our family. These ponchiks are made fresh to order and come out warm, soft, and dusted with powdered sugar. read more

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I made an online order for pickup at 115pm. I arrived at 130pm and they claimed they didn't receive my order and asked me to wait 10-15 minutes. I didn't have time to wait because I had to go to work. It's unacceptable to allow online orders if the system doesn't work. read more

This bakery is such a gem! I tried potato and meat pirozhki, and for sweets I had the original and the Ferrero Rocher ponchiki. Everything was absolutely delicious. What I loved most is that they prepare everything fresh after you order you get hot pastries made especially for you, not pre-made donuts sitting around like in most places. It makes a huge difference in taste and quality. The lady at the counter was very friendly and helpful and guided me through my choices. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

A delicious dessert is what you can expect. Get their dubai chocolate ponchik (off menu). They also have great savory options! read more

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They didn't receive my order and kept on making me wait for my order to be "prepared". At the end they didn't give me what I ordered and they decided to substitute for something else for the inconvenience. read more

I was in the area for a little bit and stumbled upon this bakery! I was really impressed. They're conveniently located in East Hollywood and have a wide variety of Armenian baked goods. As someone who isn't familiar with Armenian food, I was a little overwhelmed by the choice, but the staff was really helpful and suggested the Ponchik to me. I tried the nutella one and it was really good. The staff at this bakery were immensely considerate and welcoming. Overall, I recommend Papillon if you're in the area. The parking doesn't seem to bad depending on where you are and there's tons of local street parking as well. read more

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Amazing spot ran by a super friendly lady. She saw that we're a bit lost and helped us picked what we should order: the Ponchik and the Perashki. Both of which were FANTASTIC. Flavors were bomb, not too sweet or salty. Freshness was also at their peak since they made everything to order. There are a couple of small seatings inside and outside. A very charming place to grab some treats or order a bunch for home! read more

Papillon International Bakery - Beef Potato and Beef Perashki - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place is so much fun and the staff works so hard to ensure this is true. Attended a work Christmas party here and we had so much fun. This was all due to our incredible server Elvis. Our group was huge and were drinking continuously from the time we arrived till last call. We never had to ask where Elvis was and he was so quick to serve our drinks and ready to accommodate us whenever. He also made an effort to be super personable with our group and we had so much fun chatting with him and singing some karaoke songs. I hope you guys know how lucky you are to have him on your team. Type of guy to go above and beyond which is rare. I hope this gives him some kudos or perks as we were told it would. Also your guys pickles are incredible. Those pickle shots are addicting!!! read more

poor costumer service, i ordered on the phone to be pick up in 30 mins and i still wait 20 mins then they had my order wrong....so i have to wait another 30 mins read more

We were on the search for a great kachapuri replacement since Wood in Silverlake closed. This was a really good variation. Crust was perfection and the filling delicious. We were looking for a place to sit and visit with friends--but this is not a recommended restaurant for eat-in dining. The service was good although we should have called ahead and ordered since they told us our selection would take 30 minutes to prepare. Worth the wait. Downside: no coffee served here. read more

Fresh paczki are unbelievably delicious. Eat them while they are warm. I like the raspberry best.

Really good, warm, flaky cheese roll. The front made me think I was at the wrong place, or that it closed and reopened as something else. But, no, this really is Papillion. (See photo.) read more

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If you were cruising through Hollywood Blvd you might miss this can't miss bakery! The signage outside says OPEN but I didn't find the words "bakery" outside- good thing my husband was working 3 minutes away and I was searching Yelp for somewhere to have lunch. Of course, just like me and my "bad food" choices I would select a bakery for lunch lol! This bakery is very clean and well organized with a variety of treats to choose from. I chose pretty much one of everything because well "variety is the spice of life" and I love me some spice! Everything was baked fresh to order and was warm and gooey about 10 minutes after we ordered. I told the lady who took our order that it was our first time there and she gave us a free Napoleon. Super sweet and great for business! This will be on my list of places to visit every time I'm in this area. read more

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Let me tell you.. I don't know how I lived life before Papillion's ponchiks. They've changed the dessert game for me, and I can't imagine ever going back to plain old doughnuts again. The first time I had these they came out fresh and warm out of their oven and all I remember was taking my first bite and feeling like I had just discovered the meaning of life. Who knew filled up balls could change your life like that? (Couldn't be me) The crispy outer shell gave way to a warm, fluffy interior that was just the right amount of sweet. And the flavors! From classic vanilla to Nutella and raspberry-filled ponchiks, there's a flavor for everyone. These are my favorite things to bring when I'm visiting someone or when someone visits me. If you want to maintain that fresh taste, just pop them in an air fryer for a few minutes! read more

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Best and freshest doughnuts in LA. Service is good and the store is tidy. The employees could be trained a little better on their digital ordering system/ read more

It's been awhile since I had visited a Papillon and today was the first visit to this location. I don't know why I waited so long! The storefront is a little small but there's still plenty of seating and room to wait. We got an empanada, armenian pizza, and perashkis for lunch and made sure to get some ponchiks for dessert. Everything was delicious and serious comfort food. The service was amazing; very friendly and welcoming. There are so many things to try on the menu and grab and go pastries. There's also a parking lot. read more

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We got the long shaped perashki or piroshki. The ground beef one was tasty & the cheese filled one was pleasant to eat as well. We also tried 3 types of Ponchiks: Oreo was good, Nutella was amazing, custard was whatever. Definitely a place to revisit to explore other yummy treats. I didn't like how the Oreo Ponchik seemed dry. One more criticism is that they might have to switch out their frying oil more often to avoid a hint of funny flavor on the dough. read more

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Come and get your ponchik here! It's really good, It's bread with Nutella inside. They will do it at the same time you ordered it so prepare to wait. You might want to call ahead of time. The staff are great! They will tell you what the breads are and what's the best because they have a variety of pastries to choose from. read more

I usually never give 5 but this place deserves it. You have to come, bring your kids parents aunts, uncles, all your family for an amazing Ponchick Customer service is Aaaamazing.. The lady with green eyes she is so nice She's always helping you and smiling You feel welcome no matter what race you are. You just have to try this place. So...! I've been coming here for maybe 7 years. I was introduce to this place from an Arminian Papi He got me hooked on this delicious Nutella Ponchick You must eat them when just prepared (you must not be counting calories if you are this is not for you keep counting calories while I eat Ponchicks ) Be careful when you about to eat them because the Nutella gets super hot. They Have Nutella and Oreo WTF Overall they have great Desserts Come try or order. read more

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I'm always on the hunt for baked goods to expand my breakfast options, and this place adds plenty of sweet and savory items to eat. The ponchik immediately caught my eye on the menu, but the perashki was I ended up with. Made in the morning, and heated up after ordering, the Bulgarian and Mozzarella cheese combo gives an interesting aftertaste that left want another bit. I ended up ordering a pair of lahmajun, and it came crunchy and warm. It wasn't a long wait, but open seating lured me to devour my meal at the colorful tables in a cozy setting. The easy-to-pick-up food makes for a convenient fast morning meal. Next time, I'll be certain to try out the ponchiki Polish doughnuts and pirozhki for different flavors. After eating only did I find out about more convenient locations in Glendale! read more

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Ordered a napoleon and a hachapuri. Napoleon was very moldy (see photo) -immediately messaged them via their contact us on their website about an hour after picking up my order. Originally did not intend to leave a poor review (hachapuri was 10/10) but after no response from the staff for almost a month, I feel like there is no choice but to warn others. Too many good similar options in Hollywood to support a business not willing to take care to respond. read more

Papillon International Bakery - Moldy napoleon - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Drop whatever you're doing and head over here immediately! If you like donuts you won't anymore after trying a ponchik from Papillon. Got a late craving for something indulgent. Called and they said everything was made fresh to order and would be ready in 10 minutes. Omg there is such a difference from eating one of these right out of the oven... The custard ponchik is one of the best desserts I've ever experienced. For just $2.19 I cannot believe how gourmet these taste! The custard filling was not too heavy and the dough kind of has a chewy mochi like taste. Loved every bite will be back :) read more

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Got there at 7:30am knowing that it wouldn't be open till 8am. Got to the door at 8am and there were no signs of life. Everything dark and locked up still. read more

i dont like their pastries that much. i can say their cheese rolls was the only one that i like since its delicious than other pastries that i've tried. their small sweet donuts (idk what its called) is super sweet to the point that its oily once you bite it. good thing i only bought half a pound (although i didnt even get to finish it) because per pound is around $13. there's room for parking beside the store and limited street parking for pick up. read more

The staff here are so nice and helpful! I came in because ponchiks were recommended to me (and as a Pole super familiar with paczki, I was intrigued!) and did not disappoint. They had a variety of fillings available and everything is made to order. As a result, the food is fresh and hot, let alone delicious! read more

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I love the empanadas and Ponchiks here. I have had them at other Armenian bakeries as well. They are delicious to the point is beyond words. We have stopped here a few times and I always like what I see. Pastries are fresh and good. Nice friendly people and good desserts. Will keep buying snacks here any chance I get. read more

Papillon is always great. It is something different from the other bakeries. They specialize in ponchiks which are like doughnuts with filling in them and topped with powdered sugar and perashkis which have different fillings in them. On this visit I had a custard ponchik and chicken empanada. The empanada was so good and I loved the chicken inside it. All of the pastries are made to order. What I love about this location is that they have seating so you can enjoy your pastries fresh. read more

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Stopped by on my walk and bought a little pan of baklava which I have been dying to try, and a selection of these small bite-sized pastries. I thought they would be like bite sized churros but no they were soft and completely saturated with honey. They are very very sweet, too much for my taste, it was impossible to get through more than one. The baklava however did not disappoint and the entire sheet is almost gone just one day later. It is crispy and sweet and loaded with walnuts. It kept making me loop back to break off another bite and another and another. The box of pastry bites was $8 and the baklava I think came out to $17. This location has a small parking lot. EDIT: listen i take back what i said about the little honey bites i just wasn't thinking outside the box. occurred to me to tear them up into little bits in my yogurt. it balances out the potent sweetness and together they're decadent but SOOOO GOOD. read more

Papillon International Bakery - baklava and other pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

MADE TO ORDER. Make sure you have about 10 minutes to spare when waiting for these lovely decadent "Ponchiks" which a cute and little Armenian donuts. I've gone here about a few times in the past decade since I only come when I'm in the area where Thai Town and Little Armenia resides. I like to order their Nutella and Oreo Ponchiks, as well are their plain one, which shaped more like a regular donut ring. Price have gone up from what I last remember, so each are about $2.85ish each. Definitely recommend eating while hot~ It doesn't taste the same when it's been sitting. There is a free parking lot available. read more

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Delicious Armenian Bakery!! Service 10/10 and it really feels that you are buying the bakery from mom and pops shop

The dough was delicious and obviously prepared well. We decided to try the variety pack because we wanted... yup... variety the dulce de leche was my favorite. I was really hoping for a raspberry or apricot filling that was just as good but it was just jelly. So disappointing to smell the delicious ponchiks and bite into one and get the same raspberry filling as I'd get in a cheap donuts shop. I'll try again soon some other flavors to see if they've stepped up that filling game. read more

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I tried to fill my order in Glendale with a phone call prior to pick up. I couldn't get through on the phone line to place my order so I thought I'd try the Papillon closest to work. I'm so glad I did. Ponchiks...It all started out with a patient's mom bringing me a piping hot box of these yummy Nutella filled morsels of goodness.... obviously sharing the dozen with my coworkers, we were all speechless at the deliciousness contained in the box. I had never heard of Papillon, but let me tell you...it is bookmarked as one of my favorites on Yelp. Perfect to bring to an occasion, just call the order in and it will be waiting for you with a smell wafting from the box. I was so happy that I went to the Hollywood location, easy parking with it's own lot available to customers. I was greeted by Sebastian who was too shy to hop in a photo to brag about his store. His customer service was outstanding. He is friendly, kind, prompt to assist, and simply welcoming. He made sure that I had the appropriate order, that the boxes were vented so that I could get my Ponchiks to work without incident. As I got in the elevator at work... every, and I mean every, person asked me what that delicious smell was coming from my bags filled with darling boxes from Papillon. I anticipated this would happen so I had grabbed menus and business cards to share with those who were hypnotized by these scrumptious snacks. There is sweet and savory delights available, so take your time and look over the menu. Just call it in ahead, as everything is made to order. Thanks Sebastian for your great service. We will be back. PS..... these are best eaten warm to freshly made. read more

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With everlasting reliability, a clean interior, nice service, low prices, outdoor and indoor seating, AND a parking lot, Papillon is a quintessential LA staple. Delight yourself with various flavors including Oreo, dulce de leche, Nutella, and custard stuffed in multiple dessert delivery vehicles. I recommend both the Perashki al pastor and the custard ponchik. For liquid sugar, you may choose from a selection of American and European drinks. Papillon can satisfy all those with sweet tooths. The made to order fried goods ensure freshness, so be prepared to wait about 10 minutes for your order. There's a $5 credit card minimum, so if you don't reach the minimum, throw in something extra for me. Real fans can even buy swag with ponchik sayings. read more