
Gusto Bread is an artisanal panadería in Long Beach, California We specialize in baking with masa madre (wild fermented sourdough culture) and in-house nixtamal (fresh corn masa). We keep things simple, real, and delicious by making food with whole ingredients, stone-milled flours, + local produce. Visit us for a variety of freshly baked goods (loaves, flatbreads, long breads, conchas, cookies, nixtamal queens, pan de maiz, alfajores, etc), aguas frescas + café de olla made from scratch, a curated selection of specialty foods (chocolate, seafood, beans), handmade items for your home, y mucho mas!
Hours
| Friday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–3 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2710 E 4th St, Long Beach, CA 90814
Phone: (562) 343-1881
Website: https://gustobread.com/
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Order and Reservations
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Reviews
Arturo, the owner, has created such a gem, he has neighbors driving across town with gusto for this Gusto.
Gusto most definitely deserves all the awards they’ve been nominated for. Every single pastry and bread they make is amazing. Staff is friendly. Vibe is soothing, and they are always playing good albums on the record player. Go early as some of their items may sell out by later in the day.
Let’s start with what makes it stand out: it’s not overly sweet. Unlike most American bakeries that rely on sugar bombs and artificial sweeteners, Gusto lets the real ingredients shine. My taste buds have always been sensitive to that overwhelming sugary assault, so this place? It’s a revelation.
I don’t just want sugar—I want texture, layered flavors, creative touches, visual delight, complex aroma, crunch, softness, and yes, even that little moan that comes when food is just that good. Gusto delivers.
Take the homemade chocolate cookie—dark chocolate, rich and bold, not that cloying milk chocolate nonsense. Then the oreja—flaky, buttery, and light, the perfect heart-shaped crisp I immediately wanted more of. The alfajor de nuez? It crumbles, then melts, blending nutty warmth with just the right touch of creamy dulce de leche. That’s a party.
The cacao concha is hands-down the best I’ve ever had—and I grew up in East LA, it’s practically an unofficial Mexican Town in CA. But the true standout is the Nixtamal Queen. It’s lightly sweet, intriguingly sticky, and the softness is irresistible. One bite turns into two… then three. I should’ve bought more.
Do the pastries look just as beautiful as they tasted divine? Yes, they do. Each one is a visual feast—intentional, artistic, and mouthwatering before you even take a bite.
If I had one note: skip the croissants. They’re fine, but average—and let’s be real, I didn’t come to a Mexican bakery expecting French patisserie perfection. That’s not a fault, just a boundary of the genre.
Bottom line: Come hungry. Try everything. Don’t skip the Nixtamal Queen. Gusto Bread is where tradition meets innovation, and every bite is an experience.
No wonder the New York Times puts Gusto Bread on their list of 22 of the best bakeries in America.
My only issue is that they’re closed Mondays and Tuesdays … Hence the 5/5 and not 6/5 stars 🙂
Hard to park, if you are driving. Wednesday 8-10am street sweeping, Friday , I’ll say for trash picked up. Bike rack (kind of) nearby. Few free parking at front on the street, couple 30 mins parking further down.
There are outdoor seating ,waiting area, water for little pals. Busy street, not sure if I would like to sit out side.
Now, pastry, you get what they have. They serve as is, not going to warming it up if you request. It was OK ,for that price I expected more. Too sweet for me not as other reviews stated.
Again, you are supporting for the lovely service.