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Scratch Bakery Cafe

4.4Google rating(638 reviews)
Scratch Bakery Cafe

Known For

From-scratch baking philosophy backed by a vintage-charmed interior

Scratch Bakery Cafe earns its name in a charming storefront with a vintage interior where everything genuinely starts from scratch — and you can taste the difference. Bright, airy without being precious about it.

🕐Best time to visit: Saturday mornings, ideally before the cinnamon rolls sell out

24321 Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA

Our Take

Scratch Bakery Cafe's charm comes from its bright, photogenic interior and flaky pastries that apparently don't stick around long enough for latecomers. It's a solid find with good bones, landing comfortably in the range of spots worth knowing about but not yet fighting crowds for.

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Downtown

24321 Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA

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