The girl who helped me (brown hair maybe with glasses?) was so helpful and sweet. She also let me sample the chocolate cookie and I was sold lol. This bake shops does sourdough loaves and baguettes. Their pastries are also delicious - my favorites were the peach turnover and chocolate cookie. They also have a special where you can mix and match muffins, cookies and pastries - a dozen for $36. Can't wait to come back to try their in house made sandwiches, parfaits and sourdough loaves. read more

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I came by only a few minutes before closing. Another woman walked in ahead of me about the same time. With their closing time nearing, I thought the person behind the counter was super friendly and engaging. She and the lady ahead of me were chatting about all their offerings since their case was on the empty side. When it was my turn she was still very pleasant and efficient, very surprised to not feel rushed when they were due to close soon. We're fans of the muffins and sourdough. Looking forward to trying their other offerings. read more

The California BakeHouse - Bakeries Near Me - Artesia, California

My sweet baby sissy dropped off a surprise v-day gift which included a long sourdough bread (b/c I mentioned my current obsession with sourdough in passing and she definitely did not forget) and a giant chocolate chip cookie. Isn't she amazing?! :) As soon as I took a bite I had to ask her where these came from...and here I am now writing this review. I am shocked this bakery did not hit my radar!! I can't tell if this place has been around for 7 months or 3 years. I was looking through their photos and their grand opening photo said July 2024, but I see photos posted from 3 years ago. I will be so disappointed in myself if this place has been around for 3 years and I failed to know of its existence. Now that I know though...this will not help my cookie and pastry loving tummy. Lol. FYI: The sourdough baguette is very firm and chewy, so I imagine some will find it to be too tough on their jaws, but I did not mind. read more

The California BakeHouse - Sourdough and chocolate chip cookie ft. V-day sees - Bakeries Near Me - Artesia, California

Every single dish could've used some salt and some fat (like butter). In other words, all the food was bland and lacked flavor. Smash Burger was not smashed. The patty itself was chunky like a normal burger. It was fairly plain. The chips were unseasoned too. The breakfast sandwich had a generous amount of cheese, bacon, and eggs. I asked for hash browns on the side. I normally love a good breakfast sandwich, but this was fairly bland too. The side of mayo helped a little The chicken gumbo bowl was bland as well. Added some hot sauce and salt, but still didn't care for it. People at the counter were generally friendly. The space seemed fairly clean. read more

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Stopped by over the weekend to pick up a small 'thank you' for a relative. I decided to get the 2lb Sourdough since the employee said it was their most popular. I also picked up a Chocolate Chip Cookie for myself as a treat. Store is very clean and there's tables and chairs to sit and eat if you decide to order food off their menu. The pastry case was fully stocked on a Saturday late morning. Service was friendly and helpful, and the menu is easy to read. Only thing I wish there was a section where you could see what each bread type was. I'm a visual person and don't know my breads very well so it would've been helpful to see what is what. Other than that, I'd definitely come back to pick up some bread for myself, and maybe even try something off their food menu! This shop is also located in a fairly large plaza with tons of parking to be shared with other businesses. I'm not sure why other reviews say that the shopping center is busy with little parking - maybe I just came at a good time? read more

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Unmatched bakehouse! Cookies are a delicacy here! Huge size. Great lemonade. A little bummed my husband didn't bring me sourdough, but stay tuned for that update. Great service and cute shop! Grab a box of cookies, the newspaper style wax paper makes them look extra presentable. We will be back! read more

The California BakeHouse - Bakeries Near Me - Artesia, California

Stopped by on a Saturday and found this bakery located in a busy shopping center with a chaotic parking lot. Although customer service was friendly, when I asked about the ingredients of the bread, she didn't quite know. They had a variety of bread displayed that looked freshly baked. Sourdough comes 2lb ($12) and 3lb ($14) loaves. We bought the 3lb loaf sliced. I noticed they also sold sandwiches, but the hot sandwiches starting at$19 seemed a bit high. I'll try the bread first before I invest in the sandwich. The sourdough loaf had a great crust. The center was not light and airy, but more of a soft dense bread with smaller holes, with a slight tangy taste. The bread toasted is pretty good. Not quite my favorite sourdough bread, it was great to try. read more

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Update: They also sell wholesale pies, pastries (croissants, cookies, danishes, muffins and more) and all kinds of artisan baked breads to local cafes, businesses and restaurants within roughly a 1-10 mile radius! Reach out to Alan for more information. I recently had the pleasure of visiting California Bakehouse, and I can confidently say it's a gem in Artesia! Chef Alan, a James Beard award and Michelin star award nominee, brings incredible talent to this no-fuss café, where every bite and conversation reflects passion and quality. The standout for me was the sliced pastrami sandwich--it's cooked in house and hand sliced! They also offer an impressive variety of freshly baked breads, cookies, pastries and pies that are perfect for taking home. What truly sets California Bakehouse apart is their genuine commitment to community. Their mission to support those in need, particularly the homeless and hungry, speaks volumes about their faith and values. It's refreshing to see a small business not only focused on great food but also on making a positive impact. With an honest work ethic and a welcoming atmosphere -- If you're in the area, don't miss out on this hidden gem! read more

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I can't begin to explain how much of a local gem this place is! I came in on a whim one day because I was hungry and looking for a breakfast sandwich. So I gave California Bakehouse a shot. Great spacious interior with a beautiful smell of freshly baked breads. The cashier was so polite and helpful but more than that, I had the pleasure of meeting Alan, who is the owner and proud baker. He told me that the sourdough recipe has been in the family for 40+ years and I could tell. The first bite of my breakfast sandwich had me jumping for joy. I would HIGHLY recommend The California Bakehouse! read more

Cute spot for some fresh baked bread & the staff is so friendly and welcoming! They offer not only a variety of fresh breads but breakfast and lunch options too! They do close early so early bird catches the worm with this place, and parking can be a pain depending on when you come. Overall love the place and will definitely be back. read more

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This place is delicious!! My friend recommended and i knew it was a good sign when i saw a bunch of bread in the window. The girl who helped us was very welcoming and answered our questions. The owner (?) was hilarious!! I got the beef dip (a tiny bit too salty) and it came with POT ROAST AU JUS which was incredible! The whole sandwich was amazing. My friend got breakfast and she really liked it too. Got one of their 1 lb loaves to go and i ate that thing so fast. It was very soft. Its a smaller place but enough parking. Kinda diner decor. No bathrooms. Cant wait to go back!!! read more

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The service was nice. They gave me a free sourdough dinner rolls. The place was filled w bread. I was a bit disappointed when I found hair in my burrito. Maybe next time ill just stick w the bread. read more

Tasty treats I get a different one each visit and the 2lb sourdough never disappoints. Great customer service food is served almost instantly read more

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I don't mind paying more for good food and good baked goods. But there's paying more and there's giving my money away. 1 loaf of sourdough, 3 cookies, and a muffin...$36. YIKES The guy that got our order didn't know what anything was. You would think the person in the front of the house would know the flavor of the muffins. Nope. The place looked clean and the baked goods were tasty. But nothing out of this world. read more

What a a cute little bakery! I love a good sweet treat. I was happy to find this bakery online when searching for cookies. It's in a shopping center right next to Stater Bros. When you step inside it smells like fresh pastries. I only had a few minutes to grab a cookies but everything looks delicious. There bistro like tables inside and you can see the baked goods in the front outside window. The staff were friendly and helped me make my cookie selection. I stuck with a traditional chocolate chip cookie. It was fresh, moist and crisp but had a lot of chocolate. Not a bad thing but fair warning there's lots of chocolate chips. I would like to go back and try a sandwich and another cookie too! read more

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That is the best pastrami sandwich I've ever had. It was filled with straight up chunks of tri tip, was filling and insanely delicious I can say the same for the cherry cobbler pie. The crumble crust was delicious, buttery and crunchy, and the cherries were tart and delicious. Can't wait to try more! read more

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I was surprised to learn this shop has been here about a year already and I just recently learned about them because I was looking for freshly baked sub rolls. Bought a bag of sourdough rolls and a cheese danish. The rolls were so soft and fresh and the cheese Danish was just outstanding. Loved the girl that helped me. She was very nice. Definitely coming back when I'm in need for fresh bread. read more

I have to begin with stating that I love the bread and baked goods here. BUT, the two times that I've bought food here the soup was burnt. The first time it was clam chowder and the second time was a meatball soup, both times burnt. Smelled burnt, tasted burnt. This is unacceptable. I understand that this is a small business and every dollar counts but how can you sell burnt food and take someone's hard earned cash? You need to do better. read more

Got here early and found out from them that's it's better to come around 10:30 am when they will usually have more choices. The only thing they had available was the 2 pond sour dough. I purchased this as it had just gotten out of the oven and could not be sliced. Ate it when I got home and found it to be very good. Want to go back and try some of their other breads. read more

We were looking for a GOOD pastrami sandwich and came by here to check out the baked goods first Their menu board said 'pastrami! All day. Asked the chef where the pastrami came from and was pleasantly surprised to hear that he makes his own pastrami. Gave us a sample and we were sold! Ordered the Ruben sandwich and it was delicious and plentiful! Sandwich was not too salty, which I really appreciated. The hand cooked chips were crispy and tasty. The sandwich was EXCELLENT, and a little thousand island dressing would've put it over the top. Entire staff was friendly and helpful. Great experience. Would come back read more

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For a bread bakery I wish this place would serve more than sour dough breads. However, their sourdough is really good. Soft on the inside with crispy crust. Stays soft for days. For breakfast I wouldn't suggest the steak and eggs. Cause what we got did not look or taste like steak. It was shaved and very thin. Lacked flavor and dry read more

The California BakeHouse - Steak and eggs they say - Bakeries Near Me - Artesia, California

What an awesome find! I just happened to notice this place while I was going to my dentist next door, but was closed on the day of my dental appointment. I told my wife about it and she went the following day to pick up some sourdough bread. It was a decent size and wasn't sure if we can finish before expiration, but we were done with the whole 2 lb. loaf in about four days. It was so soft in the middle and tasty, I couldn't control myself from eating nonstop. Had about 4 slices the first day and have been eating about 2 to 3 slices every day. Came by today with the whole family and picked up a 3 lb. loaf. Also tried white chocolate macadamia cookie and oatmeal raisin cookie, which were also really good. A bit pricey at $4 but didn't mind based on quality and taste. Service was excellent and friendly. Owner/baker/chef Alan came out to talk to us for a bit. He was really cool and passionate about baking and mentioned he will be adding some food in the near future. It has a rustic, old fashioned bakery vibe, which I like. Nothing fancy, just really good quality products. read more

It is a small spot family owned Bakery. Bread is freshly made everyday. It feels like home. You'll find bread, pastries, breakfast and lunch. Wonderful customer service. read more

The California BakeHouse - Smashed burger with provolone cheese in brioche bun, and French fries. Delicious! - Bakeries Near Me - Artesia, California

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I stopped by California Bakehouse and was pleasantly surprised! I tried the white chocolate macadamia nut cookie, and wow--absolutely to die for. Rich, buttery, and loaded with macadamia nuts and white chocolate chips. Easily one of the best cookies I've had in a while. The lemon muffin was delicious. Lemon buttery goodness! I also had the bacon breakfast burrito, which was really good. Generous portion size and flavorful--definitely satisfying. The space itself is small but open, giving it a cozy, welcoming feel. Customer service was excellent, very friendly and attentive. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that one gentleman who appeared to be training someone came off a bit unprofessional, which slightly threw off the otherwise great vibe. Overall, I'll definitely be back--and I'm bringing friends next time for more cookies! read more

Do you like bread? How about good bread? Then this place is for you! Holy sweet sourdough bread holy shit. That is my pleasure not even guilty because I feel 0 guilt eating it. Walking in, they have all kinds of bread but sourdough is what has my heart. They even have a slicer machine that cuts the bread and oh boy is it fun to watch! Do yourself a favor and grab some bread! The smell the sound and taste! Everything was pure excellence read more

The cashier lady was straight up the slowest in understanding and servicing. 1. I tabbed my phone several times to make the payment until she realized that she didn't press a button to have the card reader activated. 2. I asked the bagels sliced in half and she didn't understand what that meant. I literally asked 5 times until she brought it to the chef. 3. The sandwich was made, and the bell was rung by the chef, and she straight up ignored the food sitting at the kitchen counter and me waiting at the pick up counter for 30 mins. I was almost under impression that she intentionally made me pissed off, otherwise she is a just really slow or inefficient worker. read more

What a great bakery, from sweet, to savory. It's a nice simple menu but everything has a lot of love in it. I went with the Pastrami and it was especially after hearing how much love went into it. Come over, taste and see. read more

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Got several sweet pastries and it was ok. Not bad but not stellar. They had a lot of good looking bread I should give a try next time. Cookie was ok, muffin not as moist, pie was ok. read more

Got the large sourdough. Put a slice in my toaster when I got home. Very tasty and good quality. Service was extremely friendly and prompt. Looks like they also offer a 10% discount for first responders and teachers. read more

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Finally! A legit bakery that makes incredible loaves of bread (omg sourdough, plus a whole wheat sourdough option), mouthwatering pastries, AND incredible sandwiches and breakfast burritos. The bread is perfection, with a prominent sourdough taste whose flavor and freshness surpasses any bakeries or stores in the area. Plus, they make the most AMAZING sandwiches!!!!!!!! Not only is the bread a star, but everything stuffed in the sandwhich was high quality and delicious. My husband and I split the turkey sandwich and breakfast burrito. They were both great! Last but not least, the chef gave me some of their house-made granola to try. It was also AMAZING!!!! It was lightly sweet, and all the ingredients inside were recognizable. I LOVE that it was not super sweet, simple ingredients, but expertly executed. Thank you!!!! read more

The California BakeHouse - Housemade granola! Love that it wasn't super sweet! Great crunch, great flavor, and lightly sweet - Bakeries Near Me - Artesia, California

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A hidden Gem that always keeps me coming back. This is a Bakery you always imagined but better, from its pastries to its customer service. Highly recommend to anyone who just wants a nice Brunch or quick coffee & croissant. Heart warming Family Bakery read more

The California BakeHouse - Sign. Chocolate Croissant with vanilla Cappuccino - Bakeries Near Me - Artesia, California

We purchased a Sourdough bread and OMG it was good!! When I went to this place I was awed at all everything we can make and use!! The person helping me was so nice and gave me some tips of what day and time to go and get specific bread. Also, I was able to eye out the back bakery and it looks clean and cool!! Anyways, I will be going back!! read more

This is a little cafe bakery with a simple dining area. The bread display looked delicious. The pastries and desserts also looked very delicious. David was at the register and gave a very warm welcome. He seemed knowledgeable and gave thoughtful recommendations. FOOD: Pastrami Sandwhich: This was AMAZING. The bread is delicious and the pastrami was soooo juicy and delicious! This was cooked so well and is hard to put down once you have started because you are so eager for that mext bite. Chef Alan came out and let us know that the Pastrami takes 5 days to cure the Pastrami and then 12 hours to cook and it just melts in your mouth! Breakfast Sandwhich with Bacon, cheddar, sourdough: OMG. This was delicious, I was expecting just like a few strips of bacon but there were like two layers of bacon and they were crispy and delicious. The eggs were cooked nicely, maybe a little bit of seasoning would be good like just some salt and pepper, but overall this thing was monstrously delicious. The sourdough again was great and the hashbrowns were a nice touch. Both of the sandwhiches were so big we had one half now and half later. OVERALL: While this is not a table service place, David was extremely helpful and checked in on us and got us water refills haha. This place should be on your list to check out and dine. The little details show the care and love rhat goes into these dishes. It took us about 15-20 minutes to get our food so if you are on a 30 minute lunch it might be tight but I think still worth it. Worth the money and the drive out here from Garden Grove. read more

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Today I finally walked in after passing by 20 times. It was fairly empty but nice and clean inside. The young man was nice greeted me and showed me see the bread selection. The young woman was patient with me and even offered a sample of the carrot cake. Which was so nice but I'm not a huge fan of cake. I finally decided on the jalapeño cheddar sourdough bread and it was still nice and warm. She told me to take it home and air it out so the bag isn't moist and told me how to slice it. I got home and gripped a chunk of it and ate it fresh out the bag. It was very good quality and the jalapeño was spicy which was amazing. I will be back to try the other loaves of bread! read more

The food here was good, and the staff was very amicable. In particular, Bethany was great at giving us recommendations on what to try. I had the breakfast burrito with bacon, and my wife had the corned beef hash, though I liked hers better than mine. Get a chocolate chip cookie as it was fresh and the chocolate was still melty. The coffee was good as well. We also bought a few loaves to take home and share, and I recommend you do as well. read more

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Old school vibes, top in class products. Everything coming out of this place is absolutely delicious. We pick up a 2lb loaf of sourdough weekly. The flavor and freshness is unmatched. How lucky are we to have this type of business join us in Artesia?! Excited to see what their cafe food offerings are in the future. Chef/Owner is a French style trained chef so you know it's gonna be top tier! read more

Newly opened bakery with breakfast and lunch! The interior's a bit overwhelming and menus are sporadically placed, so we opted for a sandwich. Pastrami is thick and perfectly curated that you can taste the smokiness. Debated between this or the reuben but reuben I think only has sauerkraut. If this had Russian dressing, coleslaw, and Swiss cheese -- I'd say Langer's would have a legit competition. read more

The California BakeHouse - Pastrami Hot Sandwich Lunch (mustard and pickles ok the side) - Bakeries Near Me - Artesia, California

This is a very cute shop that offers fresh bread options. The staff is very friendly! The sourdough bread is delicious! The texture is excellent! Totally recommend the sourdough bread! The cinnamon roll has a good mild flavor of orange and it is not too sweet. Really liked that they offer cinnamon rolls without icing. However, the bread pudding lacks flavor. The texture is great but it tastes like milk. I feel that the bread pudding is missing vanilla. Overall, the sourdough bread is great, but the sweet pastries are okay. read more

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Oh my god I was going to this place to get my turkey sandwiches for lunch and I miss it because I don't work in the area anymore. But awesome bakery they're make their own sourdough Bread and they have the best customer service. The young girl behind the counter was so nice and friendly and helpful. Their sandwiches are so good!! And they make their own potato chips. I'd go back to get a sourdough loaf, a sandwich , and dessert . Love it read more

Great costumer service! Very friendly people. First time there we got the sourdough loaf ... it was delicious! Today we went back for the sourdough French toast breakfast that comes with hash browns, bacon, and eggs. It was all so delicious! Flavor is 10/10. We also got the s'mores muffin, also very delicious! Can't wait to try more pastries! read more

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