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Porto's Bakery and Cafe Northridge

Your guide to this Cuban bakery on 19467 Nordhoff St, Northridge West, Northridge — hours, map, menu and directions.

Cuban bakery Hours listed
Get directions (818) 534-5210 See the menu

Opening hours

 
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Monday6:30 AM – 8 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM – 8 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM – 8 PM
Thursday6:30 AM – 8 PM
Friday6:30 AM – 8 PM
Saturday6:30 AM – 8 PM
Sunday6:30 AM – 8 PM

95 hours a week across 7 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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19467 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA 91324

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Address19467 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA 91324
NeighborhoodNorthridge West
Phone(818) 534-5210
StyleCuban bakery
CountyLos Angeles County
Time zonePacific Time

About Porto's Bakery and Cafe

Porto's Bakery and Cafe is a Cuban bakery at 19467 Nordhoff St, in the heart of Northridge in the Northridge West area. Its listing also places it among bakery cafés.

Our Northridge directory counts 15 bakeries in total. Nearest alternative: Napoleon Bakery at 19524 Nordhoff St #2, 0.1 mi away.

Doors open from 6:30 AM at the earliest, and the last pick-up window runs to 8 PM, for about 95 hours across 7 days a week. Weekend visits work too — it is open Saturday and Sunday.

This is one of 5 locations of the same brand in our directory.

Porto's is a family-owned Cuban bakery and cafe chain in Southern California, started by Rosa Porto, who sold cakes from her home after emigrating from Cuba in 1971 and opened the first storefront in Echo Park, Los Angeles, in 1976. It is best known for its Potato Balls, Cheese Rolls and guava pastries, along with pressed Cuban sandwiches and celebration cakes.

Signature menu

Items this brand is known for. Availability varies by location.

Full menu

Pastries & Savory Bites

  • Potato Ball (Papa Rellena)Breaded, fried ball of seasoned mashed potato stuffed with picadillo-style ground beef; Porto's best-known savory item.
  • Cheese & Spicy Peppers Potato BallVariation on the classic potato ball filled with melted cheese and spicy peppers instead of beef.
  • Cheese RollFlaky, buttery puff pastry rolled around a sweet cream cheese filling and finished with a light sugar glaze.
  • Refugiado (Guava & Cheese Strudel)Puff pastry layered with guava jam and sweet cream cheese, a signature Cuban bakery pairing.

Cuban Sandwiches

  • Cubano (Cuban Sandwich)Slow-roasted pork, sweet ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and Cuban dressing pressed on a Cuban roll.
  • Medianoche (Midnight Sandwich)Roasted pork, ham, Swiss and pickles pressed on a slightly sweet, soft medianoche egg roll.
  • Pan con LechónSlow-roasted pork with mojo garlic sauce and pickled red onion on a soft-crusted Cuban roll.
  • Spicy Chicken Milanesa SandwichBreaded chicken breast, mozzarella, tomato, smashed avocado and spicy jalapeño spread pressed on a medianoche roll.

Cakes

  • Tres Leches CakeSponge cake soaked in a blend of condensed milk, evaporated milk and cream, topped with whipped cream.
  • Parisian Chocolate CakeLayered chocolate cake with chocolate mousse and whipped chocolate ganache, sold whole or by the slice.
  • Milk'N Berries CakeLight sponge cake soaked in a milk blend and layered with whipped cream and fresh berries.
  • Mango Mousse CakeLayers of sponge cake and mango mousse topped with a mango glaze.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 8 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Aisle — illustrative photo
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Tartine New Orleans - Bakery cafe - interior, 11 January 2024 - Seating — illustrative photo
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Food for sale on the counter of Jacob's Bakery + Cafe 2025-10-08 — illustrative photo
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Display case in a Chinese bakery — illustrative photo
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Questions about Porto's Bakery and Cafe

What are Porto's Bakery and Cafe's hours?
Porto's Bakery and Cafe's listed hours are Mon–Sun: 6:30 AM – 8 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Porto's Bakery and Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 6:30 AM – 8 PM.
What time does Porto's Bakery and Cafe open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 6:30 AM on Monday.
Where is Porto's Bakery and Cafe located?
Porto's Bakery and Cafe is at 19467 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA 91324, in the Northridge West neighborhood. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Porto's Bakery and Cafe?
The listed phone number is (818) 534-5210.
What should I order at Porto's Bakery and Cafe?
Signature items include Potato Ball (Papa Rellena), Cheese & Spicy Peppers Potato Ball, Cubano (Cuban Sandwich), and Medianoche (Midnight Sandwich). See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Porto's Bakery and Cafe?
Nearby options include Napoleon Bakery (0.1 mi), Mrs. Fields (0.2 mi), and It's Churro (0.2 mi).

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