Porto's Bakery and Café Announces Major Inland Empire Expansion
The popular Los Angeles-based bakery is set to open a large new location in Ontario, California, marking its continued growth across Southern California.
Porto’s Bakery and Café, a beloved Southern California institution known for its Cuban pastries, is expanding its footprint with a significant new location in Ontario, California. The chain announced this week that the new outpost will be situated in a sprawling 50,000-square-foot complex encompassing three buildings, designed to house a restaurant, café, and retail space.
The development is part of a new 8.6-acre commercial project located at the southwest corner of Archibald Avenue and Inland Empire Boulevard. This site is strategically positioned about a mile from Ontario International Airport, a key transportation hub for the region.
"For years, we’ve welcomed guests from across the Inland Empire who have traveled to visit our bakeries, and we’re excited to finally have a home here," said Raul Porto, CEO of Porto’s Bakery & Café, in a press release. "We’re grateful for Ontario’s warm welcome. Our family has always valued the connections we build with the people and communities we serve, and we can’t wait to welcome guests to this new and special place."
City officials expressed enthusiasm for the project, noting its potential economic impact. Jennifer McLain Hiramoto, Executive Director for the City of Ontario Economic Development Agency, stated, "Anchored by Porto’s, this new retail destination will bring hundreds of local jobs and draw thousands of visitors each day, making it a significant addition to Ontario’s local economy. This investment will transform a site that has remained vacant for years into a new center for dining and retail, creating opportunities for businesses and bringing new activity to this part of the city."
Founded in 1960 by Cuban refugee Rosa Porto, the family-run business has grown from its Echo Park roots to become a celebrated name in Southern California. Porto’s is renowned for its signature cheese rolls, refugiados, and potato balls. The company currently operates locations in Glendale, West Covina, Burbank, Downey, Northridge, and Buena Park. The family's second and third generations continue to manage the business.
In addition to the Ontario location, Porto's announced in April a new restaurant at Anaheim's Downtown Disney, which will feature table service and a full bar. Construction for the Ontario site is slated to begin in 2027, with an anticipated opening in 2028. The expansion into the Inland Empire marks the third location to open outside of Los Angeles County, generating excitement among loyal customers who have long awaited a presence in the region.