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Gourmet LA Bakery

548 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013
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Gourmet LA Bakery 7.8
Historic Core
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Comfort Food Classics Family Friendly Favorites Sweet Treats Escapes
An old-school panadería on Broadway, Gourmet LA Bakery covers tres leches slices, custom cakes, and everyday pan dulce at wallet-friendly prices. It’s a utility bakery for downtown residents who want familiar Latin-leaning flavors without fuss.
Must-Try Dishes: Tres leches cake slice, Assorted pan dulce, Torta sandwich on house bread
Scores:
Value: 8.6 Service: 7.3 Consistency: 7.7 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 6.4 Cultural Relevance: 6.5
What makes it special: Downtown panadería serving pan dulce, tres leches, and custom cakes.
Who should go: Locals craving Latin bakery staples on a budget.
When to visit: Daytime hours before evening cake orders dominate service.
What to order: Tres leches slice, concha-style pan dulce, simple torta.
Insider tip: Bring cash as smaller purchases are often easier that way.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Broadway and nearby cross-streets; expect limited availability during peak daytime. No valet or dedicated lot.
Dress code: Completely casual—come as you are. Street clothes, work attire, and weekend wear all fit in.
Noise level: Low to moderate. It’s a grab-and-go bakery, so conversation is easy if you linger briefly.
Weekend wait: Not applicable; bakery typically closes before dinnertime.
Weekday lunch: Short lines; 2–5 minutes for pastries and cakes unless a rush of custom orders slows service.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—most pastries and sweet breads are naturally vegetarian.
Vegan options: Limited—some plain breads may qualify, but most pastries contain butter, milk, or eggs.
Gluten-free options: Minimal—this is a traditional panadería with primarily wheat-based offerings.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a sit-down date, but it works for a quick, low-pressure sweets stop or a grab-and-walk moment around Broadway.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no reservations or formal seating; expect quick counter service and takeaway pastries.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—very. Plenty of simple pastries kids enjoy, quick service, and no need to sit still for long. Best for families grabbing treats on the go.
Best For
Better for: Affordable, everyday Latin pastries—especially pan dulce and tres leches—without the markup or formality of trendier downtown bakeries.
Skip if: You want artisanal viennoiserie, specialty coffee service, or gluten-free/vegan baked goods; nearby French or modern bakeries fit those needs better.