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La Monarca Bakery & Cafe South Pasadena

Mexican panadería in South Pasadena, CA 91030: opening hours, location and what to order.

Mexican panadería Hours listed
Get directions (626) 403-6860 See the menu

Opening hours

 
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Monday6 AM – 9 PM
Tuesday6 AM – 9 PM
Wednesday6 AM – 9 PM
Thursday6 AM – 9 PM
Friday6 AM – 9 PM
Saturday6 AM – 9 PM
Sunday7 AM – 8 PM

103 hours a week across 7 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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1001 Mission St, South Pasadena, CA 91030

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Address1001 Mission St, South Pasadena, CA 91030
Phone(626) 403-6860
StyleMexican panadería
CountyLos Angeles County
Time zonePacific Time
From city center0.4 mi west

About La Monarca Bakery & Cafe

La Monarca Bakery & Cafe serves South Pasadena from 1001 Mission St, roughly 0.4 mi from downtown South Pasadena, heading west. Its listing also places it among bakery cafés.

It is one of 9 bakeries and sweet shops we list in South Pasadena, roughly one for every 2,851 residents. The closest neighbour on our map is Heirloom Bakery and Cafe, less than 0.1 mi away.

La Monarca Bakery & Cafe opens as early as 6 AM and stays open until 9 PM on its longest day, for about 103 hours across 7 days a week. Weekend visits work too — it is open Saturday and Sunday.

Good to know: Wi-Fi is available. This is one of 10 locations of the same brand in our directory.

Services and amenities

Wi-Fi

What to order

Typical items at a Mexican panadería like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Pan Dulce

  • BigoteA twisted, mustache-shaped pastry made from laminated dough, brushed with egg and sprinkled with sugar for a crunchy, sweet shell.
  • ElotePan dulce shaped like an ear of corn, with a sugar topping scored into kernels over a soft, lightly sweet bread base.
  • ConchaA soft, brioche-like bun topped with a crumbly sugar crust scored into a seashell pattern, sold in vanilla, chocolate, and pink strawberry versions.
  • CuernoA crescent-shaped sweet roll, somewhere between bread and croissant, with a tender crumb and a sugar-dusted or glazed top.

Galletas y Polvorones

  • CortadilloSheet cake cut into squares and spread with bright pink sugar frosting and sprinkles, moist and simple with a vanilla flavor.
  • Polvorón de NuezMexican wedding cookies made with ground pecans, baked into small balls and rolled in powdered sugar for a soft, nutty crumble.
  • Polvorón TricolorA thick shortbread cookie striped pink, white, and yellow or chocolate, with a sandy texture that dissolves into a vanilla-sweet finish.
  • Galleta de GrajeaA round butter cookie edged in rainbow sprinkles, crisp around the rim and slightly tender in the middle, a favorite with children.

Empanadas y Rellenos

  • Empanada de CremaA tender turnover holding a vanilla pastry cream filling, dusted with sugar; mild, creamy, and popular with kids.
  • Churro RellenoA ridged fried churro rolled in cinnamon sugar and filled with cajeta, chocolate, or cream, crunchy outside with a gooey center.
  • Empanada de CalabazaA half-moon turnover filled with spiced pumpkin cooked down with piloncillo and cinnamon, with a tender, slightly flaky crust.
  • Empanada de PiñaA sugar-crusted turnover packed with sticky pineapple jam, its soft pastry shell giving way to a bright tropical bite.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 8 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Concha (pan dulce mexicano) 02 — illustrative photo
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Concha (pan dulce mexicano) 03 — illustrative photo
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Concha (pan dulce mexicano) 01 — illustrative photo
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Pan dulce - pastries in Mexico — illustrative photo
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Questions about La Monarca Bakery & Cafe

What are La Monarca Bakery & Cafe's hours?
La Monarca Bakery & Cafe's listed hours are Mon–Sat: 6 AM – 9 PM; Sun: 7 AM – 8 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is La Monarca Bakery & Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 7 AM – 8 PM.
What time does La Monarca Bakery & Cafe open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 6 AM on Monday.
Where is La Monarca Bakery & Cafe located?
La Monarca Bakery & Cafe is at 1001 Mission St, South Pasadena, CA 91030. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for La Monarca Bakery & Cafe?
The listed phone number is (626) 403-6860.
What should I order at La Monarca Bakery & Cafe?
As a Mexican panadería, typical picks include Bigote, Elote, Cortadillo, and Polvorón de Nuez. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near La Monarca Bakery & Cafe?
Nearby options include Heirloom Bakery and Cafe (less than 0.1 mi), Berry Opera (0.4 mi), and Cake Sensations (0.4 mi).

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