Sherman Oaks, California
La Galette
Fresh-baked French croissants and Lebanese knafe, made daily by a father-son team
Sherman Oaks, California
Fresh-baked French croissants and Lebanese knafe, made daily by a father-son team
Where French technique meets Lebanese warmth, every morning before the sun rises over Ventura Boulevard.
La Galette is not merely a bakery. It is the story of two generations, one kitchen, and a shared devotion to the craft of turning flour, butter, and patience into something unforgettable. The father shapes the croissant dough with hands that remember Paris. The son prepares the knafe with reverence for the recipes of Beirut.
Buttery, golden, and laminated to perfection. Each croissant emerges from the oven with shattering layers and a soft, yielding center. Available in classic butter and pain au chocolat.
A weekend specialty. Shredded phyllo dough layered with sweet cheese, baked until crisp, and drenched in orange-blossom syrup. Topped with crushed pistachios.
He bakes all breads every day. Pair a fresh-baked loaf with a turkey sandwich, or linger over a latte with a cheese pastry.
“He bakes all breads everyday...”
That detail, shared by a regular who has come to know the rhythm of this kitchen, says everything. Nothing is frozen. Nothing is rushed. Every item in the case was made by the hands you see behind the counter.
Tuesday – Saturday, 8AM – 5PM
“Excellent croissants but very limited seating and the service was less than friendly. We ordered 2 pastries and 2 hot drinks...”
Dawn Fitzgerald
“A wonderful little bakery on Ventura Blvd. I came in for a coffee and a quick bite and didn't expect much, but I was positively surprised... it's a family business.”
Esther
“What a delight! The Turkey sandwich for lunch then latte with cheese pastry made my day, no my whole week! He bakes all breads everyday...”
Farah Kamkar