Located in Los Angeles (Westside or central LA are preferred, but open to all areas)
Must be known for cookies (not just a bakery with good cookies on the side)
Either classic perfected OR unique flavors worth trying
Freshly baked (ideally warm)
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I’m on the hunt for the absolute best cookie shop in LA. Looking for cookies that are worth driving across the city for—whether it’s classic chocolate chip done perfectly, giant gooey ones, or creative flavors you can’t find anywhere else.
If you haven’t tried Levain Bakery (Larchmont), run, don’t walk. Their chocolate chip walnut is basically cookie heaven—thick, gooey in the center, and crisp on the edges. They’re definitely on the pricier side ($5+ a cookie), but one cookie is massive and honestly feels like a whole dessert. My personal favorite is the dark chocolate chocolate chip - so decadent. You will LOVE it if you love chocolatey cookies. Totally worth the hype.
Hidden gem: Cookie Good in Santa Monica. Their menu is wild—think Cereal & Milk cookies, Maple Bacon, even Gingersnap Eggnog during the holidays. If you’re into creative flavors, this place is unmatched. There are SO MANY flavors to choose from, and they keep on introducing new flavors. They also do mixed boxes so you can try a bunch without committing to just one.
The Best Cookie Shops in Los Angeles?
someone who's looking for indulge-worthy cookies
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Located in Los Angeles (Westside or central LA are preferred, but open to all areas)
Must be known for cookies (not just a bakery with good cookies on the side)
Either classic perfected OR unique flavors worth trying
Freshly baked (ideally warm)
I’m on the hunt for the absolute best cookie shop in LA. Looking for cookies that are worth driving across the city for—whether it’s classic chocolate chip done perfectly, giant gooey ones, or creative flavors you can’t find anywhere else.
If you haven’t tried Levain Bakery (Larchmont), run, don’t walk. Their chocolate chip walnut is basically cookie heaven—thick, gooey in the center, and crisp on the edges. They’re definitely on the pricier side ($5+ a cookie), but one cookie is massive and honestly feels like a whole dessert. My personal favorite is the dark chocolate chocolate chip - so decadent. You will LOVE it if you love chocolatey cookies. Totally worth the hype.
Hidden gem: Cookie Good in Santa Monica. Their menu is wild—think Cereal & Milk cookies, Maple Bacon, even Gingersnap Eggnog during the holidays. If you’re into creative flavors, this place is unmatched. There are SO MANY flavors to choose from, and they keep on introducing new flavors. They also do mixed boxes so you can try a bunch without committing to just one.