Gitana Cafe Department

Pastries & Artisan Bakery

Freshly baked morning croissants, flaky galettes, house-made muffins, and vegan treats baked fresh every single morning. Prepared daily at 2600 Hermosa Avenue. Enjoy on our dog-friendly outdoor patio or order ahead on ToastTab.

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Current Selection (12 Items)

Tropical Guava Croissant Bakery Signature

Tropical Guava Croissant

$5.00

Golden flaky laminated butter pastry baked with a luscious, sweet-tart filling of tropical pink guava paste. Inspired by Latin bakery classics.

Cinnamon Churro Croissant Popular

Cinnamon Churro Croissant

$6.00

All-butter croissant dough rolled in fragrant Mexican cinnamon and raw cane sugar, baked to a caramelized, crackly exterior.

Chorizo & Sharp Cheddar Croissant Savory Pastry

Chorizo & Sharp Cheddar Croissant

$6.75

Savory laminated croissant layers encasing spiced Spanish chorizo and melting sharp aged cheddar cheese. Warmed upon request.

Spinach Dip Croissant Savory Vegetarian

Spinach Dip Croissant

$6.50

Buttery puff pastry filled with creamy garlic spinach, parmesan, and cream cheese baked until bubbly and golden.

Belgian Chocolate Croissant (Pain au Chocolat) Classic French Lamination

Belgian Chocolate Croissant (Pain au Chocolat)

$6.50

Classic multi-layered croissant folded around twin batons of imported semi-sweet Belgian dark chocolate.

Twice-Baked Almond Croissant Nutty & Sweet

Twice-Baked Almond Croissant

$6.75

Flaky croissant soaked in delicate syrup, stuffed with rich almond frangipane cream, and showered with toasted sliced almonds.

Ham & Swiss Gruyère Croissant Warm Savory Favorite

Ham & Swiss Gruyère Croissant

$6.75

Smoked cured ham and nutty Swiss gruyère folded into all-butter dough and baked to a golden crisp.

Fresh Strawberry & Cream Croissant Seasonal Berry

Fresh Strawberry & Cream Croissant

$6.75

Light vanilla bean pastry cream and sweet California strawberry slices nested in a crisp croissant shell.

In-House Baked Pistachio Muffin Baked In-House

In-House Baked Pistachio Muffin

$5.50

Moist bakery muffin baked fresh daily in-house, loaded with roasted California pistachios and finished with a fragrant cardamom crumb top.

Honey Crisp Apple Galette Rustic Tart

Honey Crisp Apple Galette

$6.50

Rustic free-form flaky pastry crust filled with thinly sliced Honey Crisp apples, cinnamon spice, and an apricot glaze.

Smoked Bacon & Herb Scone Savory Scone

Smoked Bacon & Herb Scone

$5.25

Tender buttermilk scone baked with applewood smoked bacon pieces, fresh chives, and cracked black pepper.

Vegan Sea Salt Chocolate Chunk Cookie 100% Vegan

Vegan Sea Salt Chocolate Chunk Cookie

$4.50

Soft chewy center with crisp edges, packed with generous chunks of dark chocolate and topped with Maldon sea salt flakes.

The Complete Guide to Sweet and Savory Croissants: From Guava to Chorizo Cheddar
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The Complete Guide to Sweet and Savory Croissants: From Guava to Chorizo Cheddar

Curious about the traditional methods, ingredients, and stories behind our Pastries & Bakery? Read our in-depth culinary guide to learn how heritage ingredients elevate our daily preparations in Hermosa Beach.

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Department Questions

Pastries & Bakery FAQ

Helpful answers regarding ingredients, dietary options, and ordering.

Our pastry case is filled fresh every morning when we open at 7:00 AM. Signature items like guava croissants and chorizo cheddar rolls often sell out by noon.

Yes, our Sea Salt Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookie is 100% vegan, made with single-origin dark chocolate and Maldon sea salt flakes.

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