Tommy and Atticus
1700 Aviation Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA
Crema's Take
“This husband-and-wife-run bakery on Aviation Boulevard is a vibrant hub where head baker Garrett's inventive pastries take center stage—think maple roasted apple and brie tiles and chocolate almond creations that elevate the typical coffee shop fare. The real working bakery turns out crusty, expertly-crafted bread and flaky pastries that locals keep coming back for, all paired with quality coffee in a buzzing, welcoming atmosphere that feels genuinely special.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Vibrant buzzing bakery, cafe located on Aviation just south of Artesia in the old Giuliano's location. Tommy and Atticus takes the bakery cafe to the next level with a real working bakery making amazing bread and they even have the old school loaf slicers.. they had two sandwich specials a meat and a veggie.. both were outstanding.. the meat coming on a crusty bread and the veggie on soft sliced bread. The blueberry scone is incredible.. somehow it seems dense but light at once if that makes sense. They were doing a flatbread with cheese and cherry tomatoes so fresh and delicious it is hard to decide what to try everything looks so good. Then the coffee and matcha were also excellent. This spot was buzzing on a warm Sunday morning with families and friends enjoying the atmosphere. There is a nice patio outside and tables inside as well. The highlight here is the bread... once you try Tommy and Atticus you might just fall back in love with carbs!
This is such a cute bakery with so many delicious options! I wish that i got more pastries, I’ll definitely be back. The maple roasted apple and brie tile was unlike any pastry i’ve had before. I also loved the chocolate almond croissant, i feel like those usually don’t have enough chocolate but this one had a perfect amount!
We had a plan croissant ⭐️⭐️⭐️ - it was more like a pastry, flaky and crunchy, didn't quite have the buttery taste we’d expect from a traditional croissant. The chocolate almond pastry, on the other hand, was absolutely delicious ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!
The Baseline: For a bakery the bread has to be crusty, dough-rific goodness, great accompaniments per the bakery’s theme, and good coffee/drinks. September 2025 Review: Food: For my September 21st 2025 visit I got a loaf of Rosemary Garlic Country, Almond Croissants, daily sandwich, and a latte. The Rosemary Garlic Country loaf bread was great with large garlic chunks mixed into the dough to make an amazing bread. The latte was well made with a very ornate foam design. The almond croissant was sweet and layered with flavor. This is truly one of my top ten favorite bakeries in life. Service: Great, fast, efficient service from staff and I really appreciate the foam design extra touch on my latte. Ambiance: There is a great communal feel to the ambiance in the bakery from the staff to the patrons. August 2025 Review: Food: The bread is gooooooood! The sourdough is well made with the nice crustiness and yeasty air pockets. We had a a BLT sandwich, bacon cheese scone, and a potato tart. All items were delicious and had fresh ingredients. The coffee was exceptional and had a good roast. Service: Staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They cut my sandwiches, modified my coffee, and gave great suggestions. Ambiance: The bakery has a nice communal table and individual table seating. The bathrooms were clean and parking was easy. There is also outdoor seating available for nice weather days. Updated Review: Had a great experience at Tommy and Atticus. Food: Awesome sandwich today on a baguette with multiple meats and veg. The chocolate croissant was sweet and flakey. Two coffee drinks: Flat white and drip. Both got me caffeinated and happy. I also bought a sourdough loaf. Service: Great service getting me my items quick and super friendly. Makes me want to come back more. Ambiance: I love the feel of Tommy and Atticus as it shows off its love of being a bakery. It was a little loud inside so we took advantage of the outdoor seating until we got too cold. Keeping my review at 5 stars!
Tommy and Atticus in Redondo Beach is a delightful find for bakery lovers! Run by a husband-and-wife team, the bakery features Garret as the talented head baker and Lauren, who warmly manages the ordering counter. Their offerings are top-notch, with a reputation for sourdough breads and bagels made fresh daily. The real stars for me, however, are their croissants—flaky, buttery, and perfectly executed. I especially loved their caramelized croissant, which has an irresistible balance of sweetness and texture. Their sourdough bread is also exceptional, rivaling the quality of Tartine Bakery. We tried half of the smoked salmon bagel, and it was a fantastic breakfast option—fresh and satisfying. The latte was another highlight, with a fantastic espresso flavor that rounded out the meal beautifully. The shop itself is spacious and welcoming, though it does get quite busy during the morning rush. Luckily, parking in the strip mall is a breeze. I can’t wait to return and explore more of their baked goods, particularly the sourdough bread and croissant bread. Highly recommend this bakery if you’re in the area!
Crema Reviews
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