ABOUT US
OUR STORY
We are Romain and Alexandre Lecat — brothers and bakers from France with a lifelong passion for high-quality bread and a deep respect for the art of French baking. After years of traveling to Los Angeles and eventually settling here, we fell in love with the energy, diversity, and creativity of the city. But no matter how much we embraced our new home, one thing was always missing: the true taste of the bread we grew up with in France.
That longing became our motivation. Determined to bring the tradition and flavors of our homeland to California, we returned to Paris to study at some of the finest baking schools, learning the techniques passed down through generations. We immersed ourselves in the precision, patience, and purpose that define true artisan baking. We sourced the finest non-GMO flour from the French countryside — the same regions that supply some of the best boulangeries in the world — and committed ourselves to honoring those standards in everything we would create.
From that dream, SWEET WHEAT was born — a bakery where every croissant is hand-rolled, every loaf is thoughtfully fermented, and every detail reflects our dedication to quality and connection. Our goal was never just to bake bread, but to build something meaningful — a place where our neighbors could gather, where families could slow down together, and where the warmth of French hospitality could be felt in every bite.
Today, SWEET WHEAT is growing beyond a single bakery. With each new location, we’re proud to share the flavors of France with more communities across California — one fresh-baked loaf, croissant, and pastry at a time. As we grow, our mission remains the same: to bring people together through food made with care, tradition, and a whole lot of heart.
THE FLAVOR OF FRANCE!
When you step into SWEET WHEAT, you’re welcomed into a warm, family-friendly space that brings the soul of a traditional French bakery and bistro to your neighborhood. Inspired by the boulangeries of France, we’ve created a place where craftsmanship, quality, and comfort come together in every detail — from the scent of freshly baked bread to the joyful hum of morning conversations over coffee.
Whether you're joining us for a leisurely gourmet breakfast, a quick and wholesome weekday lunch, a pre-beach-day treat, or an evening apéritif with a dinner special, SWEET WHEAT offers something thoughtfully made for every moment. Open seven days a week, we serve a rotating selection of handcrafted pastries, artisan breads, seasonal salads, and timeless French classics.
Our menu celebrates the best of sweet and savory — from flaky almond croissants and delicate madeleines to quiche Lorraine, open-faced tartines, and comforting soups. With every visit, our goal is simple: to bring more joy to your day through the flavors and hospitality of France.
We hope SWEET WHEAT becomes part of your daily rhythm — and a place you’re proud to share with friends, family, and neighbors.
QUALITY INGREDIENTS!
At SWEET WHEAT, we’ve personally tested and perfected every item on our menu — because we believe food should be as joyful as it is genuine. Each baked good is hand-crafted on-site by our artisan French bakers, using time-honored techniques and premium ingredients.
Our commitment to quality begins with our sourcing: we use only the finest non-GMO grains, French butter, sea salt, pearl sugar, and more — all imported directly from France. Our coffee is smooth and complex, roasted in France to preserve its authentic character. We also partner with trusted European and local producers to bring you rich cheeses, quality meats, and specialty ingredients that elevate every bite.
For wine lovers, we’ve curated a thoughtful list of French wines — carefully chosen to complement everything from lunch tartines to evening apéritifs and dinner specials.
We look forward to filling your table with the same authentic, delicious French food we grew up loving — always made with care, and always meant to be shared.
