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5 Best Cake Shops in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Thorne Savarin
By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Los Angeles doesn't lack for cake shops, but the ones worth a special trip tend to be the ones locals have kept going back to for years, sometimes decades. The on this page have racked up 5,232 Google reviews between them, and the top pick, Phoenix Bakery, accounts for well over a quarter of that total on its own.

Short answer: Phoenix Bakery, a Chinatown institution since 1938, leads with 4.7 stars across 1,374 reviews, the deepest track record on this page. Bliss Bakery rates even higher at 4.9 on nearly 1,000 reviews, and Cafe Dulce and Magnolia Bakery round out the group with over 1,100 reviews apiece. Most items here run in the $1 to $20 range per person.
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The Los Angeles cake shop lineup, compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Phoenix Bakery 4.7 ★ 1,374 Classic cakes, decades of history View ›
2 Bliss Bakery 4.9 ★ 997 Fresh-baked bread and pastries View ›
3 Cafe Dulce (Little Tokyo) 4.5 ★ 1,132 Donuts and Japanese-influenced pastries View ›
4 Magnolia Bakery - Los Angeles 4.3 ★ 1,234 Banana pudding and classic American bakes View ›
5 Long’s Family Pastry 4.6 ★ 495 BBQ pork buns and Chinese bakery classics View ›
5 Best Cake Shops in Los Angeles (2026)

Our picks, reviewed

Phoenix Bakery logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Phoenix Bakery

4.71,374 Google reviews

Phoenix Bakery has been making cakes and pastries in LA's Chinatown since 1938, still run by the Chan family who founded it. The bakery is best known for its original strawberry whipped cream cake, along with custard buns, wintermelon pie, and almond cookies, and it caters everything from kids' birthdays to quinceaneras.

What people praise

  • Reviewers consistently call the strawberry cake balanced and not overly sweet
  • Long-time customers describe the bakery as living up to its reputation
  • Staff are described as speedy even when the line is out the door
  • Not a cash-only operation, unlike some similar shops nearby

Worth knowing

  • Some pastries, like the almond cookie, were described by one reviewer as merely okay rather than exceptional
  • Parking near the Chinatown location can be tight
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume1,374 · 98th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown80% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: This is the pick with the longest track record on the page, nearly 90 years in business and 1,374 reviews to back it up. If you want the classic LA cake experience, start here.

Website+1213-628-4642 Directions

969 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Bliss Bakery logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days

Bliss Bakery

4.9997 Google reviews

Bliss Bakery sits in Little Tokyo and has built a loyal following for its sweet potato and taro breads alongside a broader pastry case. The shop leans on daily-fresh baking and a late-day discount on remaining stock, and reviewers describe a recent renovation that upgraded the interior.

What people praise

  • A ten-year regular describes the bakery as consistently neat and delicious
  • Buy-2-get-2 deal after 6pm mentioned repeatedly as real value
  • Tapioca bread called out by name as a must-try
  • Staff described as sweet and welcoming across multiple reviews

Worth knowing

  • No website listed, so hours and offerings are best confirmed by phone or in person
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume997 · 83rd
Confidencevery high
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.9 rating on nearly 1,000 reviews is a genuinely strong showing, and the consistency across years of reviews suggests this isn't a one-off hot streak.

+1213-617-0022 Directions

333 S Alameda St #100, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Cafe Dulce (Little Tokyo) logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

Cafe Dulce (Little Tokyo)

4.51,132 Google reviews

Cafe Dulce is a Little Tokyo bakery and cafe known for its donuts alongside breakfast and lunch items like breakfast burritos and matcha drinks. It operates out of the Japanese Village Plaza Mall and draws a steady weekend crowd.

What people praise

  • Donuts described as fluffy, not too sweet, and crisp on the outside
  • Vegetarian and vegan options are clearly labeled on the menu
  • Reviewers call out good value compared to other LA cafes

Worth knowing

  • The matcha drinks got mixed reviews, with one reviewer noting it tasted pre-batched
  • Saturday mornings draw a real line, so expect a wait
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume1,132 · 88th
Confidencehigh
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown71% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: At 4.5 stars across 1,132 reviews, this is a solid, well-established pick, best suited to anyone who wants pastries alongside a real breakfast or lunch menu.

Book now+1213-346-9910 Directions

134 Japanese Village Plaza Mall, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Magnolia Bakery - Los Angeles logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days

Magnolia Bakery - Los Angeles

4.31,234 Google reviews

Magnolia Bakery's Los Angeles location on West 3rd Street is part of the New York chain famous from Sex and the City, offering cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and its signature banana pudding. The bakery also runs franchising and catering programs nationally.

What people praise

  • Banana pudding is the standout, described repeatedly as rich, creamy, and not too heavy
  • Retro decor and both indoor and outdoor seating get positive mentions
  • Staff described as friendly and knowledgeable across several reviews

Worth knowing

  • At least one reviewer found the cupcakes small for the price
  • As a well-known chain location, it can feel less personal than the independent bakeries on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.3 / 5
Review volume1,234 · 93rd
Confidencehigh
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown66% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It ranks here on real volume, 1,234 reviews, but its 4.3 rating is the lowest on this page. The pudding is the reason to go; keep expectations realistic on the cupcakes.

Website Book now+1323-951-0636 Directions

8389 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Long’s Family Pastry logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Long’s Family Pastry

4.6495 Google reviews

Long's Family Pastry is a Chinatown bakery known for BBQ pork buns, dim sum items, and steamed rice cakes, run out of a storefront on N Spring Street. It's not a claimed Google listing, but has built a strong following on the strength of its baked goods.

What people praise

  • BBQ pork buns are the most-mentioned item, called fresh and warm consistently
  • Reviewers highlight reasonable prices for the quality
  • First-time visitors report becoming regulars quickly

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer noted a missing item from a pickup order and an overly thick dumpling skin
  • Popular items like porridge can sell out before closing
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume495 · 78th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown69% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: With a 4.6 rating and 495 reviews, this is the smaller, more specialty pick on the page, best for BBQ buns and Chinese bakery classics rather than Western-style cakes.

Website Book now+1213-622-5255 Directions

715 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

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How we rank these bakeries

Rating reflects the live Google average pulled at data collection time. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a review, weighed against the others on this page. Confidence combines rating and volume, so a high score on a small sample counts for less than the same score backed by a thousand reviews. Recency tracks how recently people are still reviewing. None of this can be bought or changed by a business.

How much does a cake or bakery order cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Individual pastries and slices at these bakeries mostly fall in the $1 to $20 per-person range based on reviewer mentions, with full custom cakes running higher depending on size and design. Chinatown and Little Tokyo bakeries tend to price individual items lower than sit-down cafe locations.

Serving Los Angeles, from Chinatown to Little Tokyo

These bakeries cluster around downtown LA, with Chinatown and Little Tokyo both well represented, plus Magnolia Bakery further west near the Fairfax district. If you’re looking for a cake shop near me in Los Angeles, downtown is your best bet for the widest concentration of options within walking distance of each other.

What to ask before ordering a custom cake

  • How far in advance do you need to order for a custom cake or large event?
  • Do you offer tastings before committing to a design or flavor?
  • Can you accommodate dietary needs like vegan, gluten-free, or nut allergies?
  • Is delivery or pickup-only, and is there a minimum order for delivery?
  • What’s the deposit and cancellation policy for custom orders?
  • Do prices change for holidays or peak seasons like wedding season?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge plus top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these cake shops?

We pulled real Google Business Profile data for cake shops and bakeries across Los Angeles, including rating, review count, and recent review text, then ranked them on a blend of rating and volume.

How often is this page updated?

This page reflects data verified in July 2026. We revisit rankings periodically as ratings and review counts shift.

Which of these is best for a birthday cake specifically?

Phoenix Bakery is the strongest all-around pick, with a long history of birthday and celebration cakes and the deepest review history on this page.

Is Magnolia Bakery in LA the same as the New York original?

Yes, it’s an official location of the same chain, offering the same signature banana pudding and classic American baked goods.

The bottom line

Phoenix Bakery is the safest default choice, backed by nearly 90 years in Chinatown and the deepest review history here. If you want the single highest-rated option, Bliss Bakery edges it out at 4.9 stars, just get there before the evening pastry deal sells out.

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