Levain Bakery Venice: Home of LA's Iconic 6-Ounce Cookies and Artisan Breads on Abbot Kinney Blvd

Levain Bakery Introduce

Levain Bakery stands as a celebrated addition to the vibrant culinary scene of Venice, California, bringing its globally renowned baking legacy to Abbot Kinney Boulevard. While the name is synonymous with its famously decadent, oversized six-ounce cookies, this location is a full-service bakery that offers far more than just sweet treats. Since its West Coast expansion, Levain has quickly become a destination for locals and visitors alike, known for its commitment to quality, warmth, and consistency in every freshly baked item.

The bakery’s offerings are an inviting blend of New York tradition and California coastal charm. Customers often describe the signature cookies as "mini cookie cakes"—huge, thick, gooey on the inside, and crisp on the outside, a truly unique textural experience. Favorites include the classic Chocolate Chip Walnut and the rich Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip. However, true to its roots as a comprehensive bakery, Levain provides an extensive selection of loaf cakes, pastries, brioche, and savory artisan breads, cementing its status as a great spot for morning Breakfast or a satisfying snack throughout the day.

As a proud fixture on Abbot Kinney, the Venice bakery is a sunny, inviting corner space designed with warm woods and signature deep-blue tiles, allowing guests to watch the bakers at work in the open kitchen. Operating hours extend late into the evening, until 10:00 PM, ensuring that a freshly baked treat is always within reach, whether for an early Coffee run or a late-night indulgence. This location, like the company founded by Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald, is built on a mission rooted in community, quality, and a spirit of giving back.

The appeal for California residents goes beyond the legendary cookies. Levain’s menu balances indulgence with options for various dietary needs, including a popular Vegan & GF Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie. Moreover, the bakery has embraced the local Los Angeles spirit by partnering with Canyon Coffee, a respected local roaster, to provide a full range of espresso drinks, from a classic Latte to a Cold Brew, making it a premier spot for a daily coffee ritual.

Location and Accessibility

Levain Bakery is perfectly situated in one of Los Angeles’ most famous shopping and dining districts, making it an easy and popular stop for those enjoying the Venice area.

The bakery is located at: 1661 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, USA.

The central location on Abbot Kinney Blvd places it within easy walking distance of the beach and other popular destinations. For drivers, a combination of parking options is available:

Metered Paid street parking along the boulevard.
Nearby Paid parking lot options.
Some areas may offer Free street parking, depending on the time of day and proximity.

The physical space is designed to be welcoming and accessible to all members of the community, featuring a Wheelchair accessible entrance. Furthermore, in line with the inclusive spirit of Venice, the location identifies as both LGBTQ+ friendly and a Transgender safespace, fostering a welcoming environment for every patron. Payments are simple, with all major Credit cards accepted, making a Quick visit effortless.

Services Offered

Levain Bakery Venice offers a wide-ranging menu and service model to cater to individual treats, meals, and large gatherings.

In-Store Bakery & Cafe: Offering Dine-in and Takeout service for all baked goods, sandwiches, and coffee, available from early morning to late at night (until 10:00 PM).
Signature Cookies: The famous 6-ounce cookies, available in classic flavors like Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chip, and limited-edition specialties like Rocky Road and the locally exclusive Black and White Cookie.
Artisan Breads & Savories: A comprehensive selection of hand-crafted breads, including Country Boule, various Baguettes (Sesame Seed, Everything but the…), and sandwich rolls, complemented by prepared savories like the Tomato, Arugula and Burrata Sandwich.
Pastries and Loaf Cakes: Featuring slices and full loaves of popular items such as Banana Chocolate Chip Slice, Sour Cream Coffee Cake Slice, and Blueberry Muffins.
Levain à la Mode (Ice Cream): Pairing their legendary cookies with a scoop of premium ice cream, available as a scoop on top of a cookie or as an Affogato.
Full Coffee Bar: Serving a variety of espresso drinks, including Latte, Cappuccino, Flat White, and Cold Brew, using locally sourced Canyon Coffee beans.
Catering and Events: Providing pre-packaged assortments, platters, and full service packages like Levain's Signature Morning Goodies and Coffee Service for meetings, parties, and corporate events.
Delivery: Convenient Delivery options are available for those in the local area who prefer to enjoy their baked goods at home or the office.

Features / Highlights

The unique features of the Venice location solidify its reputation as a must-visit spot on the California coast:

The Iconic 6-Ounce Cookie: The bakery's defining feature is the huge, thick cookie, praised for its signature contrast of a crisp exterior and a soft, gooey interior, truly a textural masterpiece.
West Coast Exclusive Cookie: The Black and White Chocolate Chip Cookie was created to honor the bakery’s New York roots while celebrating its new West Coast home, offering a unique flavor profile to LA patrons.
Commitment to Inclusivity: The bakery proudly marks itself as an LGBTQ+ friendly and Transgender safespace, reflecting the inclusive and diverse spirit of the Venice community.
Expanded Non-Cookie Menu: Beyond the famous cookies, the wide range of Savory Breads, including fresh baguettes and sandwiches, along with pastries like the Brioche with Chocolate Chips, ensures there is a baked good for every taste and time of day.
Local Coffee Partnership: Collaboration with LA-based Canyon Coffee ensures high-quality, locally roasted beans are used for all espresso and coffee drinks, appealing to the California preference for local sourcing.
Extended Operating Hours: Remaining open until 10:00 PM caters perfectly to the Southern California lifestyle, allowing for late-afternoon treats, post-dinner dessert, and evening coffee runs.

Contact Information

For orders, catering inquiries, or general questions, please use the following contact details for the Venice location.

Address: 1661 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, USA

Phone: (424) 699-1897

What is Worth Choosing

For California locals, choosing Levain Bakery on Abbot Kinney is a decision to prioritize quality, variety, and an elevated sweet experience. This bakery is worth visiting when you:

Are looking for an unforgettable treat—the sheer size and unique texture of the six-ounce cookies are an experience in themselves, especially favorites like the Chocolate Chip Walnut or Dark Chocolate Chip.
Need a quick, high-quality Breakfast or lunch option that goes beyond the standard sweet pastry. Their Savory Breads and prepared sandwiches like the Tomato, Arugula and Burrata Sandwich are excellent choices.
Are hosting a gathering and need to impress. The Catering menu, featuring Signature Cookie Assortment Platters and the Coffee Service, is ideal for office meetings or social events.
Seek an early-morning or late-night spot for freshly baked goods. The long hours allow for flexibility, making it a perfect final stop after dinner or a convenient early start to your day on Abbot Kinney.

The combination of an internationally famous product, a beautifully designed local space, and a commitment to serving a wide, inclusive community with a large selection of cookies, pastries, and savory options makes Levain Bakery a premier choice on the Westside. It's truly a sweet escape that you can enjoy any time of the day.

Levain Bakery Menu

Cookies
Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie $5.75
Our signature cookie is packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips and chunks of walnuts, so every single bite is as good as the one before. Huge, thick, and gooey but crisp on the outside.
Dark Chocolate Chip Cookie $5.75
The ultimate chocolate cookie - dense, chewy, and dangerously rich. Crafted with extra dark French cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies are guaranteed to satisfy even the biggest chocoholic.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie $5.75
Huge mounds of oatmeal cookie – golden-brown on the outside yet delightfully soft on the inside – are crammed with plump baked raisins. Rich and buttery, these cookies are a decadent version of a traditional favorite.
Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookie $5.75
As if chocolate and peanut butter weren’t already the perfect combination, we mix our rich, extra-dark chocolate cookie dough with delectable nuggets of smooth peanut butter chips to create a cookie that is guaranteed to make your mouth water.
Two Chip Chocolate Chip Cookie $5.75
PLEASE NOTE: this is one cookie (not two, sorry, we know the name can be confusing!). Two types of chocolate in one (1) cookie! Not a nut fan? This "Two Chip" Chocolate Chip Cookie may be for you. Decadent and delicious, it's crispy on the outside with a satisfyingly thick and gooey center. Every bite is packed with two different types of rich chocolate chips. Please note: this is one cookie (not two, sorry, we know the name can be confusing!).
Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip $5.75
This seasonal cookie combines gooey caramel chips, fresh shredded coconut and melty dark chocolate in a rich, buttery crispy-yet-chewy cookie that’ll make you wish spring could last forever!
Vegan & GF Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie $6.25
Our vegan, gluten-free cookie features chunks of crunchy walnuts and semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips. Baked with a rich and creamy butter that’s made from cashews, it’s a plant-based take on the classic Levain cookie — one that everyone can enjoy. Please note — this cookie is baked alongside our regular cookies, so we can’t ensure they won’t contain traces of gluten or other allergens. This cookie contains walnut, cashew, almond and coconut allergens. This cookie is also a little more crumbly,
Levain Cookie Tin Bundle $17.00
Elevate the joy of Levain cookies with our signature tin — a delightful gift that combines 8 iconic cookies and a lasting memento in our classic blue hue. **Please note: This item requires you to add 8 cookies to the tin.**
Levain 30 Year Anniversary Tin Bundle $17.00
Elevate the joy of Levain cookies with our exclusive tin celebrating 30 years of baking and friendship — a delightful gift that combines 8 iconic cookies and a lasting memento.
Signature Cookie Assortment $23.00
Our classic Cookie Assortment includes one of each of our original 4 cookie flavors: Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip. Sorry, no substitutions!
Decadent Cookie Assortment $23.00
When you’re in the mood to indulge, this is the cookie quad of choice. With Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip & Two Chip Chocolate Chip, this bundle serves up the most decadent cookies in our recipe repertoire. Chocolate-y, gooey and chewy, this bundle is a sure-fire way to please even the most discerning of palates.
Chocolate Lovers $23.00
You don’t have to play favorites anymore. We made this box for all the people who really love chocolate… whether that’s a classic chocolate chip cookie loaded with chips, or a chewy, decadent, almost brownie-like cookie. Consider this the ultimate indulgence. Each gift box contains an equal mix of Two Chip Chocolate Chip cookies and Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip cookies.
Fall Cookie Assortment $23.00
The Fall Assortment embodies a cozy autumn palette that’s all about rich earth tones — walnuts, chocolate, molasses, peanut butter. The Fall Spiced Chocolate Chunk cookie is paired with 3 of our original flavors: Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip.
Rocky Road $6.00
Savor the sunny summer days with an iconic summer flavor, cookie-fied. Baked with love and all the best ingredients to capture the carefree spirit of road trips and beach days, this dark chocolate cookie is chock full of rich, semisweet chocolate chips, crunchy almonds, and pillowy marshmallows. The perfect addition to picnics, poolside lounging and backyard grilling.
Black and White Cookie $6.00
There’s nothing more iconically New York than a black and white cookie. To celebrate our new bakery in Flatiron, we’re going back to our roots with a Levain take on the delicatessen delicacy. Baked with extra dark cocoa, semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chunks and a whole lotta New York attitude, it’s a two-color treat that means you don’t have to pick favorites. As Jerry Seinfeld once said of the B&W, “If people would only look to the cookie, all our problems would be solved.” Agreed

Ice Cream
Affogato $5.25
Ice Cream Chocolate Chip Walnut $4.75
Ice Cream Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip $4.75
Ice Cream Oatmeal Raisin $4.75
Ice Cream Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip $4.75
Ice Cream Two Chip Chocolate Chip $4.75
Ice Cream Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip $4.75
Ice Cream Vegan & GF Chocolate Chip Cookie $4.25
Ice Cream Without Cookie $5.25
Ice Cream Lemon Cookie $4.50
Ice Cream Black and White Cookie $4.50
Ice Cream Rocky Road $4.50
Ice Cream Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Chip Cookie $4.50
ICS Two Chip $10.50

Pastries
Banana Chocolate Chip Slice $5.00
Nothing reminds us of home quite like sweet banana bread. Ours is baked with plenty of ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips - an irresistable combination!
Sour Cream Coffee Cake Slice $5.00
A traditional sour cream pound cake with a charming twist. Our cinnamon brown sugar swirl "smile" is a heartwarming favorite. Featured on The Cooking Channel's Unique Sweets.
Brioche with Chocolate Chips $5.00
Our answer to the chocolate croissant. A dreamy blend of buttery brioche and sweet dark chocolate. Featured on the Food Network's Roker on the Road.
Blueberry Muffin $4.50
Moist, sweet, and loaded with fresh blueberries, these muffins are among our most popular items.
Banana Chocolate Chip Loaf $27.00
Nothing reminds us of home quite like sweet banana bread. Ours is baked with plenty of ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips - an irresistable combination!
Sour Cream Coffee Cake Loaf $27.00
A traditional sour cream pound cake, with a charming twist. Our cinnamon-brown sugar swirl "smile" is a hearwarming favorite. Featured on The Cooking Channel's Unique Sweets.
Brioche with Cinnamon Butter $5.00
Soft, buttery brioche filled with sweet cinnamon. An incredible addition to breakfast or afternoon tea.
Oatmeal Raisin Scone $4.25
Amazingly delicious and moist, these treats are sure to make a scone lover out of anyone. An added bonus - these beauties are low in sugar!
Plain Brioche $3.25
Simple, rich, and delicious, this traditional French bread is just as lovely on its own as it is with a jam or butter spread.

Savory Breads
Tomato, Arugula and Burrata Sandwich $13.50
Marinated cherry tomatoes with a balsamic glaze on an everything baguette .
Black Forest Ham and Provolone Cheese Sandwich $13.50
Black Forest Ham and Provolone cheese with whole grain dijon mustard on a sesame seed baguette.
Tomato and Parmesan Flatbread $9.50
Roasted tomato and Parmesan Flatbread made with tomato marinade, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and parmesano reggiano
Country Boule $6.00
We use the same delicious dough as our baguette to create a sandwich-ready size and shape. Our go-to bread for morning toast!
Whole Wheat Walnut Raisin Loaf $7.00
A dense whole wheat loaf, packed with walnuts and dark and golden raisins. Incredibly versatile, this bread pairs equally well with nut butter, jam or cheese.
Whole Grain Loaf $6.75
We combined whole wheat, sesame seeds and rolled oats to create a delicious, nutty flavor. A long time favorite for those in search of a hearty whole grain loaf.
Ciabatta $5.25
A Tuscan-style loaf that boasts a crusty exterior and a soft, chewy center. Great to dip in olive oil or use for panini. No fat, very low in salt.
Sesame Seed Baguette $3.75
Everything but the…Baguette $3.75
Country Baguette $3.75
A must-have for any picnic! Our baguettes are soft and chewy with with crisp, golden brown crust.
Baguette With Butter and Jam $4.00
Simple and, oh so, satisfying. Fresh sweet butter and seedless raspberry jam slathered on a crunchy baguette. A traditional favorite and a real crowd pleaser.
Country Roll $1.00
The perfect dinner companion, these rolls are as good as it gets. Crunchy and golden brown on the outside, with a soft, chewy center.
Whole Wheat Walnut Raisin Roll $1.25
The same healthy, delicious dough as our loaf, but smaller. Great for breakfast on the run, served alongside dinner, or as a delcious snack with nut butter or cheese.
Spreads

Catering
Cookie Party Favor $7.00
Cookie Party Favor Vegan and Gluten Free $8.00
Double Cookie Party Favor $14.00
Levain's Signature Morning Goodies $135.00
Start your day with fresh-baked blueberry muffins full of plump whole blueberries, signature scones, and buttery brioche with a side of jam and butter. Includes 5 blueberry muffins, 5 oatmeal raisin scones, 3 chocolate chip brioche, 3 cinnamon brioche, 5 oz butter, 5 oz jam
All You Need is Loaf $90.00
Have it all — enjoy our signature banana and coffee cakes, along with a seasonal loaf so there’s something for everyone. A delightful accompaniment to coffee and a sophisticated alternative to birthday cake, it’s a perfect platter for morning meetings, afternoon pick-me-ups and evening fundraisers. Includes 5 slices banana chocolate chip loaf cut in half, 5 slices sour cream coffee cake cut in half, 5 seasonal slices cut in half
Signature Cookie Assortment Platter 16 $105.00
Why choose one when you can have them all?!? Our classic Cookie Assortment includes one of each of our original 4 cookie flavors: Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip. Includes 4 chocolate chip walnut, 4 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 4 oatmeal raisin, 4 chocolate chip peanut butter.
Signature Cookie Assortment Platter 28 $165.00
Why choose one when you can have them all?!? Our classic Cookie Assortment includes one of each of our original 4 cookie flavors: Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip. Includes 7 chocolate chip walnut, 7 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 7 oatmeal raisin, 7 chocolate chip peanut butter
Decadent Cookie Assortment Platter 16 $105.00
When you’re in the mood to indulge, this is the cookie quad of choice. With Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip & Two Chip Chocolate Chip, this bundle serves up the most decadent cookies in our recipe repertoire. Chocolate-y, gooey and chewy, this bundle is a sure-fire way to please even the most discerning of palates. Includes 4 two chip, 4 coconut caramel, 4 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 4 chocolate chip walnut
Decadent Cookie Assortment Platter 28 $165.00
When you’re in the mood to indulge, this is the cookie quad of choice. With Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip & Two Chip Chocolate Chip, this bundle serves up the most decadent cookies in our recipe repertoire. Chocolate-y, gooey and chewy, this bundle is a sure-fire way to please even the most discerning of palates. Includes 7 two chip, 7 coconut caramel, 7 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 7 chocolate chip walnut
Chocolate Lovers Cookie Assortment Platter 16 $105.00
You don’t have to play favorites anymore. We made this box for all the people who really love chocolate… whether that’s a classic chocolate chip cookie loaded with chips, or a chewy, decadent, almost brownie-like cookie. Consider this the ultimate indulgence. Includes 8 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 8 two chip
Chocolate Lovers Cookie Assortment Platter 28 $165.00
You don’t have to play favorites anymore. We made this box for all the people who really love chocolate… whether that’s a classic chocolate chip cookie loaded with chips, or a chewy, decadent, almost brownie-like cookie. Consider this the ultimate indulgence. Includes 14 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 14 two chip
Milk for Cookies Package $70.00
Includes 6 Organic Valley 1% low-fat milks and 6 Organic Valley chocolate milks. Serves 12
Vegan Gluten Free Cookie Box $91.00
Our vegan, gluten-free cookie features chunks of crunchy walnuts and semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips. Baked with a rich and creamy butter that’s made from cashews, it’s a plant-based take on the classic Levain cookie — one that everyone can enjoy. Includes 12 vegan/gluten free
The Super Cookie Stash $165.00
Includes 7 cookies of each signature flavor (Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip).
Breads And Spreads $95.00
Fresh-baked artisanal loaves are pre-cut and served with 4 Divina spreads to mix and match. The perfect pairing for your charcuterie board, this comes with fig jam, caramelized onion spread, butter and raspberry jam! Includes 1 whole wheat walnut raisin loaf, 1 country boule, 1 whole grain loaf, 5 oz butter, 5 oz jam, 5 oz fig jam, 5 oz caramelized onion spread
Levain's Signature Bread Basket $80.00
Move over Parker House rolls — no dinner party is complete unless it starts with fresh-baked brioche, walnut raisin rolls and country rolls with salted butter and jam. Includes 6 plain brioche, 6 whole wheat walnut raisin rolls, 8 country rolls, 5 oz butter, 5 oz jam
Mini Baguette Butter and Jam Box $70.00
To some, it’s a “baguette with butter & jam” — to those in the know, it’s a BB&J, and this is a platter full of them. Show everyone why it’s a sensation so you can tell them, I told you so. Includes 18 mini baguette butter, and jam sandwiches
Coffee Service $40.00
96 oz Canyon coffee, 2% milk and almond milk, assorted sugars
Levain Provided Ribbon - Custom Color $0.50
Levain Take Away Bags $7.00
30 v-sac branded bags to take your extra cookies home with you.

Coffee
Americano
Cafe Au Lait
Cappucino
Coffee
Coffee To Go $40.00
96 oz. of Coffee. Serves 12 people. Your choice of two 16 oz. bottles of milk included.
Cold Brew $5.00
Cortado $3.75
Decaf Americano
Espresso $3.00
Flat White $4.00
Latte
Chai Latte
Macchiato
Mocha
Hot Chocolate
Tea $3.50
Apple Cider $5.50

Beverages
Milk $2.25
Natalies $3.50
Perricone Farms $3.50
Perricone Farms 12 oz Beverage
Oatly Milk $3.00
Organic Valley Milk $3.00
San Pellegrino Soda $2.50
Saratoga Sparkling Water $2.75
Saratoga Still Water $2.00

Merchandise
Levain Cookie Tin $17.00
Elevate the joy of Levain cookies with our signature tin — a delightful gift in our classic blue hue that fits up to 8 iconic cookies! **Note: This item does not include cookies. Please select our tin bundle for a tin full of deliciousness **
Levain 30 Year Anniversary Tin $17.00
An homage to our roots, this tin features motifs from the past 30 years when our founders Connie & Pam first made our iconic cookie back in 1995. The playful tin holds up to 8 cookies (Cookies not included). The tin elevates your pack of cookies and serves as a sweet memento and Levain collectible long after the cookies have been enjoyed.
Levain Cookie Tin (12 Pack) $22.00
Elevate the joy of Levain cookies with our signature tin — a delightful gift that combines 12 iconic cookies and a lasting memento in our classic blue hue. **Note: This item does not include cookies. Please select our tin bundle for a tin full of deliciousness **
Tote Bag $15.00
Levain X Snif Candle $46.00
We Partnered with our friends at Sniff to create Mornings at Levain, a deliciously comforting candle to capture the warm bread and nutty dough coming out of the oven at sunrise. With sea salt, cookie accord, chopped walnuts, creamy orcanox, and fluffy musk, you'll feel the warmth of that first batch feeling.
Baby Onesie $22.00
Levain Bakery Ringer Tee $45.00
Levain Bakery Roll Neck Sweatshirt $108.00
Canyon Coffee $18.00
Canyon LEVAIN BLEND, Whole Bean, Roasted in Los Angeles Notes: Brown Sugar, Cocoa, Honey & Almond Region: Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil Why we partner with Canyon: We met the team, bonded over our shared values of quality, warmth and community, and got to work developing a special blend, just for Levain. This rich blend is brewing in most of our bakeries, and is available online in a whole-bean blend.
Levain Bakery Chore Jacket $165.00
Tea Towel $20.00

Levain Bakery Details

Service options
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Assistive hearing loop
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings
Coffee

Dining options
Breakfast

Amenities
Restroom

Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safespace

Planning
Quick visit

Payments
Credit cards

Parking
Free street parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking

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Levain Bakery

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles Venice Abbot Kinney Boulevard

1661 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, USA

Levain Bakery Reviews

An average rating of ★4.5 from 61 user reviews.

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Wow! The best cookies ever! Not sure if they can actually be called cookies. Probably more like mini cookie cakes. I tried the chocolate chip walnut, dark chocolate chip, and rocky road. All three are fantabulous!
September 02 · Vitaly Kolas
Recent addition in Abbot Kinney this Levain is as good as the other locations, and definitely worth a stop to enjoy a lot of different baked goods.Although known for their cookies, they do offer much more with loaf cakes, bread and baguettes as well as different pastries and brioches. Both the blueberry and chocolate chip brioches are among my personal favoriteThey open early and close late (10pm) so you can enjoy fresh baked goods all day long!
July 03 · Guillaume Bourcy
We recently picked up an assortment of four different cookies from this delightful spot, each one was a treat. The cookies struck a perfect balance, being both thick and fluffy, which created a wonderful texture that I haven't experienced before.Among our selections, the standout was definitely the signature Venice cookie.Parking in the area can be a bit tricky. I recommend checking the side streets, as you might find a free spot available without too much hassle.
July 22 · F T
Amazing and welcoming staff, helped recommend some amazing cookies for my first time there! Got a caramel coconut chocolate chip cookie and a dark chocolate peanut butter chip cookie. Service was fast and the atmosphere was great! There was even some seating inside too (roughly 5 stools), but most received their cookies and left. For ~$5 a cookie, it’s a generous portion! I couldn’t even finish one cookie in a day personally. Highly recommend! 10/10 all around
April 14 · Raihana Zahra
Second Levain Bakery outlet in town and it's in the neighborhood, how sweet! I intentionally didn't pay a visit on the first day to avoid the insane crowd and seemed like I make a smart choice. Going there on early Sunday evening, the line was very decent and moving swiftly, also to my surprise I could easily got a parking spot right across the bakery (well, you know how finding parking in Venice is!).The cutely designed bakery totally gave you LA, and specifically Venice vibe with some merch carrying the same theme. They did bring couple of the special flavors, the Black and White and the Spring Special - Lemon Cookie. I got both of them doubtlessly. The Black and White was extra dark chocolate dough base with milk, dark, and white chocolate chips. It's like eating fudgy brownie with that crispy cookie edge. Totally for any chocolate lover out there.The lemon one caught my attention and indeed tasted delicate being not overly sweet and had that refreshing lemon hint. It didn't have that tanginess I was expecting, but I still enjoyed it. For the cookies I brought home, I added my extra happiness sprinkling a dash of maldon sea salt on top!
July 21 · Jessica Gabriela