Le Pain Quotidien

Le Pain Quotidien

451 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA

★★★★★4.1(225 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“This breezy Manhattan Beach spot excels at leisurely brunches with genuinely fresh ingredients, from house-made baguettes and quality pastries to tartines loaded with avocado and smoked salmon that justify the upscale price point. The real magic is in the atmosphere—a family-friendly refuge where you can linger under umbrellas on the patio while the crew (reviewers rave about the managers) makes you feel genuinely welcomed, even if the coffee itself is a touch inconsistent. It's less about chasing the perfect espresso and more about settling into that long, unhurried European café ritual that pairs naturally with their thoughtfully composed food.”

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.

Outdoor seatingPastriesSlow sitFull breakfastLight foodTraditional drinksMeetingsFamily friendly

Google Reviews

Sara Bertolini
★★★★★2 months ago

Came for an easy brunch, ordered the chicken avocado tartine (good but a bit dry) and side of avocado and smoked salmon (both very fresh) snd a basket of fresh backed baguette with their delicious jams and spreads they give for free to the customers table. The highlight of this…

Wendi Vaughn
★★★★★3 months ago

This is my go to coffee shop in Manhattan Beach. The crew is absolutely lovely. The managers are superstars! Love this location!

Judy Clavin
★★★★★7 months ago

Many families with small children are eating indoor on a Sunday morning at this Manhattan Beach location. On a sunny and slightly cool breezy morning we chose to eat breakfast outdoors under umbrella coverings. Food choices eye appealing; I devoured a chicken tartine (open face…

Victor B
★★★★★9 months ago

This is a great pace for lunch in the upscale Manhattan Beach restaurant, bar, and shopping area. Great breakfast and brunch options and I loved my “open faced” sandwich for lunch (turkey, bacon and avocado). Also loved the lemon that comes to you in a mini-pitcher! Solid…

Leena
★★★★★a year ago

I came here for breakfast with a friend. The egg skillet I got was okay, I feel like it was too simple for the price. The iced coffee I got was okay too, a bit watery. It wasn’t bad, but i don’t believe I’ll come here again. Good location though! And the atmosphere was cute.

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