Miopane

Miopane is a bustling Taiwanese bakery and cafe in Old Pasadena renowned for its viral, massive stuffed bagels made with soft Hokkaido flour dough. Standout offerings include intensely flavorful savory creations like garlic butter whipped cream cheese, elote street corn, and smoked gouda, alongside sweet options like strawberry shortcake and artisanal croissants. The cafe also features popular specialty beverages such as foam-topped hojicha cloud drinks, layered strawberry matcha, and rich cream-topped coffees.

Audience reception is sharply divided between eager fans and vocal critics. While many commenters rave about the unique flavor concepts and crave items like the garlic bagel, others push back against the steep price point of around eight dollars per bagel. Critics also argue that the dense, heavily filled items resemble sweet or savory bread rolls rather than authentic bagels, and a few note inconsistent customer service.