Alta Bakery and Cafe
Known For
Pastry counter that stops you mid-stride every single time
Alta Bakery and Cafe turns out pastries with a vintage interior backdrop that makes every visit feel like a small occasion worth photographing. The counter display alone is reason enough to detour through downtown Monterey.
🕐Best time to visit: When the pastries are freshest, right at opening
The Vibe
FindCuteSpots Original
✦ Cute Score ✦
Location
Downtown
502 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
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