Artisanal Goods by CAR

Forget the hype about Fondry—this Pasadena chocolatier’s laminated pastries are the ones to beat. Most days of the week, the cozy space is packed with folks sipping coffee and biting into the lightest, flakiest croissants in all of Los Angeles. The signature pain au chocolat is CAR’s most popular pastry, and while we’ve yet to find a better almond variety, the plain croissant is no slouch either. A handful of fruit and savory danishes and a turkey-Gruyere croissant round out the pastry menu here, but don’t be put off by the limited selection; these are the best croissants in Los Angeles, and believe us, we’ve tried them all.