BREADBAR 3rd Street

Situated between Cedars-Sinai and Robertson Boulevard is where you'll find this cozy soup-salad-sandwich boutique from French owner/chef Eric Kayser. The small, loft-like space features arched ceilings and glass walls that look out onto Third Street while a long counter and display case presents the day's offerings of pastries, desserts and, of course, all manner of bread (homemade fig, walnut or crusty whole grain, to name a few). The Parisian-leaning menu also has standards like nicoise salads and brie sandwiches, perfect to enjoy along the modest sidewalk patio.

Editor's Tips

Parking:: Meters are available on Third, and there is some street parking in the surrounding neighborhood--the most affordable public garage is just north of the restaurant on Robertson.
Where to Sit:: The inside dining room is preferable to outside, as road rage honking and random roller skaters can make the patio a bit distracting.
The Extras:: There is another Breadbar location at the Westfield shopping center in Century City.

Write a Review

User Reviews (27)

ambiance	100.0% positive	“The server was friendly and the atmosphere was simple and casual.”
dessert	100.0% positive	“Their croissants, chocolate croissants and brioches are also amazing.” “The french toast came with two thcik slices of pain de mie bread, whipped cream, fresh berries, and maple syrup.” “It had a lot of blueberries sitting on custard cream and the pastry was so delicious.”
food quality	91.02999687194824% positive	“To-die-for breads, among great salads and sandwiches” “The breads were really good (I got the smoked salmon in hazelnut bread), as expected from a Parisian.” “Their food is consistently good and the bread is great.” “Very good bread of course, and French toasts.” “If you're going to call yourself Bread Bar, you had better make damn good bread.” “You will have a great sandwich and never be.” “The bread and the croissants are awesome.” “You HAVE to try the OLIVE Bread, so fresh and tasty!” “The best bread” “good bread, unfortunately bad service” “The food was very good, and the management couldn't have been nicer, as we had several conversations with them.” “had a really really good brushetta appetizer - quite different, and the sweet potato fries that came with my ahi burger were soooo good!” “The bread had a nice crust outside and a nice chewy center.” “The service was friendly and efficient, the quality of food is so good for the price!” “Because staff were so nice and food was great.” “It had a lot of blueberries sitting on custard cream and the pastry was so delicious.” “Prices are average, but you get a good sized portion and the food quality reflects the prices.” “good food, even better (fantastic) bread!” “Good food but service less than desirable” “Although the food is good, the service consistently disapoints.” “The food was GREAT.” “The sandwhiches and salads are quite good, all of which mix varied tastes which blend together well and are accentuated by their fresh baked bread.” “The pastries here are definitley the best I've ever had outside of Paris - so I used to just call in on Saturday morning and pick up some nice stuff for the weekend - but recently I actually stopped in for lunch with a friend and it was one of the nicest ” “The bread is delicious.” “Very very good food.” “The food is very good and fresh.” “The food is not good enough to replace the kind of service we received.” “Excellent restaurant for pick-up orders; horrible restaurant if you want to sit and enjoy the meal.” “Authentic french bread” “The food is pretty good and the price is decent.” “Good bread - bad service” “It's better to order the bread from them a couple of days before big holidays since they are usually out of stock really fast.” “The sandwich was not all that great (sel baguette tased flour-y).” “Thank goodness for the great food or my experience at Bread Bar would have been a total disaster.” “The bread is great.” “authentic french bread” “Got the Tuscan Garden sandwich, and the bread needless to say was amazing, crisp from the grill, yet soft and chewy.” “Great selection of authentic french bread : fresh rustic bread, french baguette, pain de mie.” “The french toast came with two thcik slices of pain de mie bread, whipped cream, fresh berries, and maple syrup.”
menu variety	100.0% positive	“Great selection of authentic french bread : fresh rustic bread, french baguette, pain de mie.” “The menu's small, but everything on it is good.”
service	64.00000095367432% positive	“have eaten here a ton of times and have had great service each and every time.” “All the waitress/waiters are so nice and attentive.” “Even though the place is not crowded, service is slow.” “The server was friendly and the atmosphere was simple and casual.” “The service was really personable and friendly, our waiter seemd happy to be there, which makes a nice change.” “good bread, unfortunately bad service” “The food is not good enough to replace the kind of service we received.” “The waiters give off a pretentious air.” “will say that the staff was friendly and cheerful and quick.” “Went for lunch and the wait time wasn't too bad, about 10 minutes, although the service was slightly lacking.” “But I could not in good conscious leave our server anything.” “Although the food is good, the service consistently disapoints.” “The service was friendly and efficient, the quality of food is so good for the price!” “Everything I tried so far is GREAT, servers are friendly.” “Too bad the service is so bad.” “My waiter was particularly bad.” “The service is so professional and quick.” “Good food but service less than desirable” “Good bread - bad service” “Even when service is bad, I leave something.” “The service is horrible.” “Patrice the Manager was so friendly and made sure we had a great dining experience!” “Because staff were so nice and food was great.” “Worst service ever!” “very good and good service”
value	100.0% positive	“Prices are average, but you get a good sized portion and the food quality reflects the prices.” “The service was friendly and efficient, the quality of food is so good for the price!” “The food is pretty good and the price is decent.” “Everything is great, and the prices are 100% reasonable.”
wait time	75.0% positive	“Went for lunch and the wait time wasn't too bad, about 10 minutes, although the service was slightly lacking.” “will say that the staff was friendly and cheerful and quick.” “Even though the place is not crowded, service is slow.” “The service is so professional and quick.”

08/03/11

I Love This Place!

by jackstone101

I've been going here for a couple of years and absolutely love the croissants. The coffee is very good. Get there early on the weekends or else parking is rough.

helpful (0) not helpful (0) comment share

05/25/10

Authentic french bread

by VL57

Great selection of authentic french bread : fresh rustic bread, french baguette, pain de mie... that they slice for you. Their croissants, chocolate croissants and brioches are also amazing. Food is ok. It's better to order the bread from them a couple of days before big holidays since they are usually out of stock really fast.

Pros: Great selection to choose from; fresh breads
Cons: A bit expensive

helpful (0) not helpful (0) comment share

03/02/09

Bread Craft

by AngelLlanos13

Loved the Grilled Free-Range Chicken with the GOLDEN WEST CURCUMA BUN!! The server was friendly and the atmosphere was simple and casual. Plus learned a bit about artisanal bread craft! :)

Pros: Food, Service

helpful (0) not helpful (0) comment share

02/21/09

Good food but service less than desirable

by nkamali

You know when you want to love your local neighborhood breakfast place? I so wanted Bread Bar to be THAT place. Although the food is good, the service consistently disapoints.

Pros: Nice outdoor seating
Cons: Service

helpful (0) not helpful (0) comment share

10/21/08

authentic french bread

by YESCOP

The bread and the croissants are awesome.

Their brioche and cheese bread is worth the trip! Everything I tried so far is GREAT, servers are friendly.

helpful (0) not helpful (0) comment share

Write a Review

See more BREADBAR 3rd Street reviews

BREADBAR 3rd Street

Hours:

Price:

Category:

Payment Methods:

Restaurant Special Features:

General Info:

Cuisine:

Bakery Products:

Bakery Special Features:

What People Are Saying About BREADBAR 3rd Street

Mar Yvette

Contributor

Editor's Tips

08/03/11

I Love This Place!

by jackstone101

05/25/10

Authentic french bread

by VL57

03/02/09

Bread Craft

by AngelLlanos13

02/21/09

Good food but service less than desirable

by nkamali

10/21/08

authentic french bread

by YESCOP

The Details on BREADBAR 3rd Street

Place Categories:

Things To Do Nearby BREADBAR 3rd Street

Lists In Los Angeles

Recent Reviews In Los Angeles

More Info

Contact

More Navigation

Partner Sites: