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Est. Los Angeles · Bakery & Grocery

Real bread.
Real groceries.
Real neighborhood.

On W Century Blvd since 1998, Century Lounge has been a corner of South LA where fresh pastries come out of the oven each morning and the shelves are stocked with the staples your household actually needs.

Freshly baked bread and pastries displayed on a wooden bakery counter

Our Story

A community staple,
not a chain.

Century Lounge opened its doors on West Century Boulevard with a simple idea: give the neighborhood a place that feels like home, where the bread is baked fresh and the produce is picked with care.

For over two decades we have served South Los Angeles — from families picking up Sunday dinner ingredients to early-morning commuters grabbing a warm pastry before work. We source locally when we can and keep our shelves stocked with the brands and items our regulars ask for by name.

This is not a franchise. It is a storefront that belongs to the people who walk through our door, and that relationship shapes everything we do.

Close-up of artisan bread loaves on a bakery display shelf
Fresh produce arranged in a grocery store display
Warm interior of Century Lounge bakery and grocery
Assorted pastries and baked goods on a café counter

What We Offer

From the oven to your table

Our offerings are straightforward: quality baked goods made daily, a curated grocery selection, and the kind of service that comes from knowing your regulars.

Fresh Bakery

Artisan loaves, flaky pastries, and sweet treats baked on-site each morning. Our bread is mixed, shaped, and baked the old way — because freshness cannot be rushed.

Grocery Essentials

A well-curated selection of pantry staples, fresh produce, dairy, and household goods. We stock what our neighborhood uses every day — nothing excessive, nothing forgotten.

Daily Specials

Seasonal items, limited-run batches, and rotating specials that keep our shelves interesting. Stop by often — what we have today may not be here tomorrow.

Special Orders

Birthday cakes, holiday platters, and bulk orders for events. Tell us what you need and we will make it happen — with the same care we give everything else.

Community Focus

We sponsor local events, support neighborhood schools, and keep our doors open for the people who make this area a community — not just a zip code.

Local & Regional

We prioritize producers and suppliers from the Los Angeles area and surrounding regions, bringing you goods that reflect the character of Southern California.

Visit Us

Come say hello

Address

5601 W Century Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045-5611

Hours

Monday – Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Want to reach us first?

Call or stop by — we are happy to take special orders, answer questions, or help you plan for your next gathering.

Send Us a Message

Have a question or a special request? Fill out the form and we will get back to you.

Find us on W Century Blvd

We are located at 5601 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles 90045, easily accessible from the 405 and I-105 with ample parking out front.

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