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Porto's Bakery & Cafe

315 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91203-2303
(818) 956 5996
Ranked #1 of 135 restaurants in Glendale
4.5 of 5 stars 178 Reviews
Price range: S$13 - S$19
Cuisines: Dessert, Cuban, Sandwiches, Bakery
Good for: Child-friendly, Outdoor seating, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Takeout, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Outdoor seating, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Takeout, Dessert
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California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Baked goods are always fresh and tasty. A big cut above all the rest.

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Los Angeles, California
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

All baked goods are made fresh daily. You've got to try the cheese rolls and eat them while they're still warm out of the oven. Simply delicious.

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

Been shopping in the Galleria! nip outside for this great bakery. walking distance from the mall.

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Los Angeles, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012
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There's a REALLY good reason this place is always crowded. It's that outstanding. The best time to go here is early in the morning before the crowds .. load up on just about any of the baked goods or pastries. Every time I go I try to get something new, and every time it is excellent - whether the croquettes,... More

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Tehachapi, California
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

Food is excellent, but the crowd and the noise make it less than a favorite for us. We suggest a second quieter location with table service.

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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

If you've never been here, you are missing out! Great sandwiches, legendary potato balls... but it's the amazing array of desserts that will blow your mind. You really can't go wrong with anything you order here. Try the red velvet cake, tiramisu, carrot cake (it's all about the cream cheese frosting), mango mousse, pina colada mousse... The prices here are... More

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240 reviews 240 reviews
Reviews in 95 cities Reviews in 95 cities
132 helpful votes 132 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012
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This might be the liveliest place in Glendale! It's always super busy, but it's ALWAYS worth the wait. Where else have you ever been to a bakery and waited 25 minutes in line for a chocolate croissant (or delicious cookies or muffins or turnovers, I could go ON and on and on!!) This place works because the staff are really... More

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Glendale, California
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56 reviews 56 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

Potato balls are excellent and the guava cheese pastry is a big winner

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Holland, OH
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Great food and cakes. A bit pricey for the cakes though.

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Los Angeles, California
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

It is an excellent bakery. I tried every cake there, they are always excellent, fresh, light and delicious. Dessert, sandwich, breakfast and breads are all soooo good. I love the machaca wrap and ham panini for breakfast. Try the napolean or josephine, they are filled with fresh cream!! My favorites are mango mousse, chocolate raspberry cake, and cappuccino mousse cake.

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