Huckleberry Bakery & Cafe

"Fans line up for the sweets & breakfast treats dished out by this shop's prominent pastry chef."

Huckleberry Bakery & Cafe is a Santa Monica bakery, cafe, and catering operation that serves as a counter-service neighborhood spot offering pastries, artisan coffee, gourmet provisions, and casual breakfast and lunch. Known for its pastries and baked goods made with organic, locally sourced ingredients from the Santa Monica Farmers' Market and regional farmers, with catering and events available through a dedicated catering menu. Open since 2009, with a cookbook available and Pastry Chef/Partner Laurel Almerinda heading the baking program. Based in Santa Monica, with pickup and delivery available for catering orders. Reviewers consistently praise the pastries and baked goods, particularly fruit tarts, kouign amann, and cornbread, while noting the organic sourcing ethos; some reviewers feel the savory breakfast items are priced high relative to their flavor.