El Gallo Bakery East Los Angeles

Our historic standalone panadería at 4546 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90022. Serving Eastside families daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Flagship Panadería

4546 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

East Los Angeles, CA 90022

Situated between Ford Blvd and Mednik Ave along the vibrant historic corridor of Cesar E Chavez Avenue. Walk-ins are always warmly welcomed.

Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Directions in Google Maps ↗ Call (323) 263-5528

Illustrated Map of El Gallo Bakery at 4546 E Cesar E Chavez Ave East Los Angeles

Accessibility, Transit & Parking

Getting Here by Metro: Take the Metro E Line (Gold Line) to the Maravilla Station or East LA Civic Center Station (approx. 7–9 minute walk north to Cesar Chavez Ave). Or ride Metro Bus Line 70 directly along Cesar E Chavez Ave.

Street & Neighborhood Parking: Metered street parking is available along the bakery frontage on Cesar E Chavez Ave, plus free 2-hour residential neighborhood parking along Ford Blvd and surrounding residential avenues.

In-Store Experience: Pick up a sanitized metal tray and tongs right at the entrance. Self-service bakery cases allow you to browse and pick your preferred warm breads at your own pace.

Payment Methods: We accept Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Cash App.

Local East LA Context

The Heart of Cesar E Chavez Avenue

Cesar E Chavez Avenue (formerly Brooklyn Avenue) has been the economic and cultural spine of East Los Angeles for over a century. El Gallo Bakery has stood proudly alongside historic theaters, murals, and community institutions since 1949.

Morning Rush (6:00 AM – 8:30 AM)

The best time to visit for warm conchas, straight-from-the-oven pan de agua, and steaming cups of Café de Olla.

Midday Tamale & Lunch Bake

Freshly wrapped savory pork and chicken tamales, plus crusty teleras for lunchtime tortas.

Afternoon Merienda (3:30 PM – 5:30 PM)

Fresh afternoon baking rounds of Payasos, flaky cuernos, and marranitos for after-school tea and family coffee.