This is one of the oldest bakeries in all of greater Los Angeles. It’s been owned by the same family since 1942. Odds are that someone among our readers has had Becker’s cakes at their at first birthday celebration, wedding, and retirement party. Maybe several someones, given how natural it is for locals to head for Becker’s. It has been the go-to place for generations of locals, and newcomers figure out pretty quickly that they haven’t been in business this long by accident. — RF
1025 N Manhattan Ave, MB, beckersbakeryanddeli.com, (310) 372-3214)
Runner-up: Torrance Bakery
