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    The line at this cash-only Mexican bakery in Glendale moves slowly because everyone freezes in front of the cases. Giant pink pig-shaped cochinitos glazed with molasses, chamoy-dipped apples, tamales, fresh tortillas, and trays of pan dulce all compete for your attention at once. Phoenix New Times named it the best Mexican bakery in the city, and the regulars waiting ahead of you look like they already knew that.

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    One number, weighted & current 69

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    • Cochinitos

      “a highly addictive molasses-flavored cochinitos”

      Phoenix New Times, 2025
    • Marranitos

      “What started in Glendale has grown to three locations across the Valley, all packed with rows of conchas in vivid colors, puff pastry–wrapped ojos, molassesy marranitos, and dense, buttery empanadas.”

      Eater
    • Tamales

      “a dozen green and red chile tamales made with pork, cheese, roasted red pepper, and corn”

      Phoenix New Times, 2025
    • Conchas

      “rows of conchas in vivid colors”

      Eater

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    Address
    4533 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
    Hours

    Open now, until 9 PM

    • Monday Not listed
    • Tuesday Today 6 AM to 9 PM
    • Wednesday 6 AM to 9 PM
    • Thursday 6 AM to 9 PM
    • Friday 6 AM to 9 PM
    • Saturday 6 AM to 9 PM
    • Sunday 6 AM to 5 PM
    Phone
    (623) 842-1400
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