Been here several times for the Cuban empanadas & sweet treats. Most of the time, I came in the morning around 9-10am so parking is easy. It's a small & cozy store and they do have the outside patio with couple tables and chairs for you to enjoys the foods while it still warm. Service is great so far for me. Easy to order and you just wait 3-5mins or longer (depending on what you ordered or on #s of customers). The foods are generally good to great. Hard not to just eat one since if like 2-3 bites...tasty and well make. Prices can be average to abit tiny pricey for my pov. But I still like it.
Sep 9 · Chris TranBAKERY PROFILE
OBRA HandBakery - Long Beach, CA
★ 4.0425 recorded reviews$10–20
6240 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803, USA
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PLAN THE VISIT
Essential details
- Address
- 6240 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803, USA
- Phone
- (562) 494-1000
- Website
- Visit official site
- Rating signal
- 4.0 from 425 recorded reviews
HOURS
Listed operating hours
- Monday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About and visit notes
Introduction / Overview
Located in the heart of Long Beach, California, OBRA HandBakery has quickly established itself as a must-visit destination for anyone craving authentic, scratch-made baked goods and savory comfort foods. This charming local bakery and food market blends tradition with modern creativity, specializing in a vast array of delectable empanadas that have earned it a reputation as "Long Beach's king of baked empanadas." Unlike many other spots, OBRA crafts their empanadas from scratch on flour dough, filling them with flavors inspired by South America and the Caribbean, ranging from classic Beef and Ropa Vieja to unique Chicken Curry and Cuban fillings.
OBRA HandBakery is more than just an empanada shop; it’s a full culinary experience offering substantial sandwiches, massive potato balls (known as OBRA Balls), and an enticing collection of sweets, including Cuban pastries, cheesecakes, and signature cookies. It’s a comforting spot that caters to the local need for high-quality, quick, and satisfying meals, ideal for breakfast or a hearty lunch. Their commitment to making items like their empanadas fresh every half hour ensures that every California patron receives food that is warm, flavorful, and perfectly crafted. Customers frequently note the fantastic quality of the food and the efficient service, sometimes even drawing favorable comparisons to other well-known California bakeries.
The overall atmosphere is small and cozy, suggesting it is best suited for a grab-and-go experience, though there is a small outside patio where you can enjoy your food while it’s still warm.
Location and Accessibility
OBRA HandBakery is conveniently situated along a major thoroughfare, making it highly accessible for residents and visitors in the Long Beach and greater Southern California region.
The bakery is located at: 6240 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803, USA.
- Parking: Patrons benefit from a dedicated free parking lot, which is often easy to navigate, particularly during non-peak morning hours.
- Accessibility Features: The location includes both a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot, ensuring ease of access for all community members.
- Hours of Operation (General, always verify for specific dates):
- Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Dining Space: The interior shop is described as small, making it more suitable for a Quick visit or takeout. However, there is a small outdoor patio with tables and chairs for those who wish to dine-in.
Services Offered
OBRA HandBakery’s extensive menu and service options cater to individuals, families, and catering needs throughout the week:
- Baked Empanadas: A huge selection of scratch-made, baked empanadas available by the piece ($4.79 each) or by the dozen (receive two free empanadas). Flavors include:
- Savory Bestsellers: Baked Beef Empanada, Baked Cuban Empanada (pork, rice, black beans, sweet plantains), Baked Chicken Curry, and Baked Ropa Vieja.
- Specialty Options: Baked BBQ Pork, Baked Sausage, Baked Breakfast, Baked Veggie, Baked Vegan, and Baked Jalapeño.
- Frozen Empanadas: Available for purchase to "Take & Bake" at home, perfect for convenient meals and holiday entertaining.
- Savory Sides and Meals: Features the famous OBRA Ball (beef or chicken/cheese-stuffed mashed potato ball), a Gluten Free Empanadita, and Square Pie (Chicken).
- Hot Kitchen Items: A full menu of sandwiches and burritos, including the Cuban Sandwich (a customer bestseller), The OBRA Signature Burger, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, and various breakfast items.
- Signature Desserts: A range of baked goods like various COOKIE CAKES (Almond-Guava, Coconut & Dulce De Leche), turnovers, Guava-Cheese Pastry, and a cooler display of cheesecakes (Strawberry, Oreo, Guava, Pumpkin Seasonal).
- Specialty Coffee and Drinks: Offers a full coffee bar, highlighting the Iced Tres Leches Latte (a best seller) and other popular drinks like Mocha, Matcha, and Iced Vanilla Latte.
- Fulfillment Options: Supports multiple ways to order, including Dine-in (limited seating), Takeout, In-store pickup, In-store shopping, and Delivery.
Features / Highlights
OBRA HandBakery stands out in the Southern California bakery scene due to several unique features:
- King of Baked Empanadas: Empanadas are the core focus, accounting for a majority of the shop's sales. They are made from scratch and baked every half hour, ensuring maximum freshness and superior quality compared to pre-made or fried alternatives.
- The OBRA Ball Experience: Customers rave about the massive, crispy, and cheesy OBRA Balls, often comparing them favorably to other famous versions in California. The Savory Box allows customers to sample a selection of these savory treats.
- Diverse Culinary Fusion: The menu showcases a unique fusion of Latin American and Caribbean flavors, with items like the Cuban Empanada and Chicken CURRY Empanada, plus seasonal items like the Seafood Paella Empanada.
- Bestselling Beverage: The Iced Tres Leches Latte is a customer favorite, representing a unique and indulgent coffee offering that complements the rich food menu.
- Value for Catering/Parties: The policy of including two FREE empanadas with every dozen ordered makes OBRA an exceptionally attractive and cost-effective option for catering events, family dinners, or office lunches.
- Full Meal Solutions: Beyond pastries, OBRA provides substantial, chef-crafted meals, including breakfast options (Burritos, Sandwiches) and hearty lunch items (Cuban Sandwich, Signature Burger).
- Payment Convenience: The bakery accepts modern payment methods including Credit cards, Debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, streamlining the quick visit experience.
Contact Information
For California residents planning a visit or placing an order, here is the essential contact information:
Address: 6240 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803, USA
Phone Number: (562) 494-1000
What is Worth Choosing
For Long Beach locals and Californians traveling through the area, OBRA HandBakery is worth choosing for its unmatched quality and variety of savory baked goods. While many bakeries specialize only in sweets, OBRA excels by making the savory empanada the star of the show. The commitment to making them from scratch and baking them fresh consistently throughout the day ensures a warm, flavorful, and satisfying product that elevates the simple concept of a handheld pastry. The ability to order 12 empanadas and get two free is a significant value proposition for groups and families.
Furthermore, OBRA offers a compelling alternative to larger, mass-market bakeries. Customer feedback highlighting the shorter wait times and the superior quality of items like their crispy OBRA Balls indicates a local gem focused on culinary excellence and service efficiency. Whether you need a quick, delicious Breakfast item (like the Breakfast Empanada or a classic Cuban Sandwich), a dozen frozen empanadas for a home party, or a decadent treat like the Almond-Guava Cookie Cake or a slice of Guanabana Cheesecake, OBRA provides a comprehensive, high-quality menu.
The bakery truly shines by offering a unique and diverse flavor profile—from the Cuban Sandwich to the Iced Tres Leches Latte—that celebrates Latin American culinary traditions. Choosing OBRA HandBakery means choosing fresh, creative, and highly satisfying food made with care by a local business right here in Southern California.
VISIT FEATURES
Services and accessibility
These attributes come from the directory record and should be confirmed when essential.
Service options
- Delivery
- In-store pickup
- In-store shopping
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Coffee
Dining options
- Breakfast
Planning
- Quick visit
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
PHOTOS
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VISITOR FEEDBACK
Reviews and recurring themes
Read individual comments as personal experiences, not verified guarantees.
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Better than Porto’s food and service-wise (shorter line) the cookies would be better off without the cream filling they use. Without it, you’d be able to savor and taste more of the cookie flavor. And it made cookie soggy so removing the filling from cookie wasn’t a successHowever, the place is small = less seating options to enjoy your food.It’s more ideal for a grab-and-go
Jul 8 · Ana SotoStopped in for my first time today because I know someone that says it is a better version of Porto’s and honestly I thought it was pretty great. They have a large selection of drinks, empanadas, sandwiches, pastries, and a whole bunch of other things. It’s a to go spot and everything that we ordered was ready pretty fast. It’s pretty small on the inside, so only a few people can be inside at a time, but the line seems to move pretty fast from our experience. It’s also attached to a shopping mall so there is a large amount of free parking right in front. I would definitely recommend and plan to be back in the future to try more items.
Jun 1 · Zan LeeThe coffee and pastries look delicious and are good. The prices are affordable. There is a variety of empanadas for everyone to try and take home. There are burritos, cakes , cookies, sandwiches, and pastries. The staff are friendly and supportive. One can dine in or eat outside. The is plenty of parking and is accessible. It’s kid friendly and all ages will enjoy themselves. It is close by the marina and s as nature area. Pick up a cup of coffee and something to eat… plus come with your friends and or your family.
Mar 6 · Sandy HerreraService was nice w lots of parking options! Empanadas were beautifully displayed but were okay as well as the potato balls. Good to try out when you’re in the area but not something I’d come back for personally.
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