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Loba Pastry + Coffee
Master Critic Review
Loba Pastry + Coffee
8.7
A small-batch pastry-and-coffee shop that leans into bold, unconventional flavor combinations without losing technical precision. It’s at its best when you treat it like a focused pastry run—grab a signature item, add a brewed coffee or espresso drink, and keep the order tight before sellouts hit.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mole croissant, Emmie baked custard, Churro challah
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: Small-batch pastries built around signature, globally-inspired flavors.
Who should go: Pastry-first coffee people
When to visit: Weekday mornings to beat sellouts
What to order: Mole croissant, Emmie, churro challah
Insider tip: Pick one signature pastry lane and order immediately on arrival.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; usually manageable on nearby residential blocks but can tighten up mid-morning on weekends.
Dress code: Casual and creative — jeans, sneakers, and coffee-run attire all fit right in.
Noise level: Low to moderate — small room, some espresso-machine noise, but conversations are easy.
Weekend wait: Not applicable — daytime pastry and coffee spot only.
Weekday lunch: No formal lunch rush; short lines possible late morning, usually 5–10 minutes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — the core pastry lineup is vegetarian-friendly.
Vegan options: Limited — occasional rotating items, but not guaranteed daily.
Gluten-free options: Very limited — primarily pastry-based menu with no dedicated gluten-free program.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes, if you keep it casual. It’s great for a low-pressure coffee-and-pastry meet, but seating is limited, so think quick connection rather than a long hang.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no reservations. Seating is first-come, first-served and limited, so be prepared to grab pastries to go if it’s busy.
Is it kid-friendly? Fine for older kids who like pastries and can handle short waits; not designed for strollers or extended family stops.
Best For
Better for: Bold, inventive pastries with real technical execution — this is a destination for signature items you can’t easily replicate elsewhere.
Skip if: You want a full café menu, lots of seating, or guaranteed vegan/gluten-free options — this is a focused pastry-first experience.