The Baklava in Mission Viejo, CA
The Baklava in Mission Viejo, CA
Baklava 2 — illustrative photo
Goght, lavash bakery (5) — illustrative photo

The Baklava

A Middle Eastern bakery at 555 The, Shops At Mission Viejo in Mission Viejo, CA.

Middle Eastern bakery Hours listed
Get directions (949) 685-2662 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Pacific Time

Checking hours…

MondayClosed
Tuesday10 AM – 8 PM
Wednesday10 AM – 8 PM
Thursday10 AM – 8 PM
Friday10 AM – 8 PM
Saturday10 AM – 8 PM
Sunday11 AM – 6 PM

57 hours a week across 6 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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555 The, Shops At Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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Address555 The, Shops At Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Phone(949) 685-2662
StyleMiddle Eastern bakery
CountyOrange County
Time zonePacific Time
From city center3.5 mi south

About The Baklava

Set at 555 The, Shops At Mission Viejo (92691), The Baklava is a Middle Eastern bakery 3.5 mi south of the Mission Viejo city center.

Our Mission Viejo directory counts 34 bakeries in total, which works out to one bakery per 2,694 residents. Nearest alternative: Paradise Bakery and Cafe at 1006 The, Shops At Mission Viejo, less than 0.1 mi away.

Doors open from 10 AM at the earliest, and the last pick-up window runs to 8 PM, for about 57 hours across 6 days a week. Both weekend days are on the schedule.

What to order

Typical items at a Middle Eastern bakery like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Breads

  • Ka'ak al-QudsJerusalem-style oval sesame bread ring, chewy and crusty, traditionally eaten with za'atar and boiled eggs.
  • Markouk (Saj Bread)Paper-thin, wide flatbread stretched by hand and cooked on a domed saj griddle, soft and foldable for wrapping shawarma or labneh.
  • Taboon BreadRustic flatbread baked on hot stones, with a blistered, dimpled surface and a smoky, chewy bite.
  • BarbariLong Persian flatbread with grooved ridges, golden crust and a sprinkle of sesame and nigella seeds.

Manakish & Savory Pies

  • Cheese SambousekHalf-moon turnovers stuffed with salty feta, akkawi and chopped parsley, baked or fried until the cheese bubbles and the crust turns golden.
  • Za'atar ManakishRound flatbread spread with thyme, sumac, sesame and olive oil, baked until the edges crisp and the herbs turn fragrant.
  • Cheese ManakishFlatbread topped with melted akkawi or a blend of white cheeses, stretchy and lightly salty.
  • Lahm bi AjeenThin open-faced flatbread topped with spiced ground meat, tomato, onion and a splash of pomegranate molasses, baked crisp and served with lemon.

Baklava & Phyllo Sweets

  • Znoud el SitCrisp fried phyllo cigars filled with ashta clotted cream and drizzled with fragrant sugar syrup.
  • BasbousaSemolina cake soaked in syrup, dense and moist with a sandy texture, topped with an almond in each piece.
  • MabroomaThick rolls of shredded pastry packed with pistachios, baked until crunchy and sliced into rounds.
  • BaklavaLayers of buttered phyllo filled with chopped walnuts or pistachios, baked crisp and soaked in rose- or orange-blossom syrup.

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 Noon.
  • 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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The Baklava in Mission Viejo, CA
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Baklava 2 — illustrative photo
Illustrative photo
Goght, lavash bakery (5) — illustrative photo
Illustrative photo

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Questions about The Baklava

What are The Baklava's hours?
The Baklava's listed hours are Mon: Closed; Tue–Sat: 10 AM – 8 PM; Sun: 11 AM – 6 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is The Baklava open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 11 AM – 6 PM.
What time does The Baklava open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 10 AM on Tuesday.
Where is The Baklava located?
The Baklava is at 555 The, Shops At Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, CA 92691. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for The Baklava?
The listed phone number is (949) 685-2662.
What should I order at The Baklava?
As a Middle Eastern bakery, typical picks include Ka'ak al-Quds, Markouk (Saj Bread), Cheese Sambousek, and Za'atar Manakish. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near The Baklava?
Nearby options include Paradise Bakery and Cafe (less than 0.1 mi), Little France Coffee & Bakery (0.3 mi), and Milk & Cookies (0.3 mi).

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