Man, was this a gold mine find. I had a taste for ice cream and a sundae, and then I thought about churros, so we decided to look up a combination and found this place. What better items could you ask for than churros and ice cream? I guess maybe some fresh fruit would have been nice, but this was lovely and hit the spot. They definitely serve you with more churros than needed. I ended up eating some of the churros the next morning for breakfast. If you're thinking about this place and have read this far, I would suggest stopping by and checking them out. They have a very cute location with places to sit outside, and the staff was nice. read more

Azucanela - Churro Sundae - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

Feliz Día de San Valentín! My second visit to Azucanela Churrería only reinforced why I love this spot! Their Churro Corazón was the perfect Valentine's Day dessert. I loved that it was heart-shaped--it was the cutest dessert ever! Not only was it beautiful, but it was also absolutely delicious. The churro was crispy, golden, and coated in just the right amount of cinnamon sugar, then topped with sweet vanilla ice cream and fresh strawberries. I paired it with a pistachio latte, while my date had a Mexican hot chocolate, and both were amazing. Ending the night here was the best decision, and I can't wait to come back again! read more

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This is such a cute neighborhood place tucked away on the border of the cities Lomita and San Pedro. I wanted to get a hot chocolate on a cold evening with the hubby. He got a decaf latte with oat milk that was delish. Decor is cute with IG potential. There are a few couches, tables, and chairs to sit indoor and enjoy your drink. Also, there are a few games like loteria, Jenga, and colored pencils for the artsy folks that want to draw on their own materials. Outdoor seating is fenced off in the back with cute painted flowers and artificial grass. (Photos to be posted shortly.) Azucar is a Spanish word for sugar. Canela is Spanish for cinnamon. Their namesake indeed has the sweet beverages and snacks available. There are also savory breakfast snack items on the menu. Haven't tried them yet but other yelpers have raved about their made in-house churros. For me, I just wanted the hot chocolate on this particular visit. Definitely have plans to return and maybe get the same latte that my hubby enjoyed. 4 stars! read more

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Drove from Downtown Long Beach over the bridge to San Pedro, right on Western and a little past Palos Verdes Drive, I arrived at this coffee house and churreria. If you weren't looking for it, its very possible to miss it this little storefront. Although, it already brightens up the block with its colorful mexican paint scheme. Walking inside, I could already see the attention to detail in celebrating mexican culture. There is art all over the place and the colors and wood do make you feel of beautiful mexico. Going up to the counter to order, they have a great deal of coffee drinks with mexican flavors from cafe de olla to different flavored cafe lattes to mexican hot chocolates. one of the reasons I came her was to satisfy my churro cravings. And they offer so many different types of churros. I opted for the the more traditional churros and they were amazingly delicious They come to like 5 or 6 in a box. I got my coffees and my churros and made my way to their back patio. This is such a magical place to sit and relax and enjoy your food and drinks. It is very peaceful. There are colorful mexican papel picado strewn across the top decorating the open air patio area. I really felt like I was in Mexico for a moment in time. The reason I did not get 5 stars and only gave 4 is they list their churros as traditional but they do not offer melted chocolate to dip their churros in. They do have other flavors but not melted chocolate. It is very odd to me that in Barcelona I can get churros and melted chocolate all day, but go to a place that represents Mexico that invented chocolate and adopted the Spanish churro you would think its a no brainer. Unfortunately, many mexican churrerias opt for using cheap nestle or hershey chocolate syrup to drizzle over churros and that is disappointing to me and does a disservice to "traditional" churros and the land that invented chocolate. read more

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This is my second review of Azucanela! Got the guava & hibiscus refresher - yum!!! I would order this again. Came here on a weekday morning (just before noon) and it ended up being a perfect place to study: quiet, strong wifi, and plenty of parking. I'm excited to try more of their food menu items- everything I've had so far has been very tasty!! read more

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Excellent location with phenomenal staff and delicious coffee / food! As a long time fan of Cafe de Olla, my dad found this spot and had been wanting to go for a long time. What I loved about this spot is seeing your traditional Mexican drinks with a vegan twist! We both got Cafe de Ollas with Almond Milk or Oat Milk. Absolutely delicious. These were not sweet and were filled with just delicious flavor! Then we ordered the churros which were vegan. Don't let that fool you - they were by far the best churros I've had. They were full of flavor and the right amount of sweetness. Thank you for such a wonderful experience. We can't wait to be back! read more

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I was thrilled when this place opened not far from us. After several visits, I am definitely a huge fan of the churros. They are made to order and it is excellent! I wish the coffee was on par.. The coffee is too sweet and too weak for my taste. Will keep coming for the churros though. read more

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This place always pops up late night when I'm looking for desserts. I treated my son to a treat the night before his wisdom tooth removal. This place is so cute & charming . The churros are made fresh so be patient. The girl suggested the churro bites with strawberry & Nutella. Wow that hit the spot & the perfect size to share. I will definitely return and maybe try something different.. read more

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Had to drop off my brother at SoFi Stadium and wanted to find a place to get some work done before heading home. Saw this place had caffeine options and was sold! PARKING: Literally just one or two spaces in front of the shop. Definitely go into the neighborhood to park then walk over. WHAT I ORDERED: Iced horchata latte THE DRINK: Pretty standard - the espresso wasn't mindblowing or anything, but this was a delicious latte and I'd definitely order it again. SERVICE: Very friendly and willing to answer questions. VIBES: GREAT vibes! It was a little cold when I went so I didn't sit in the outdoor area, but it's gorgeous and super aesthetic - would be nice to hang with some friends there. The inside is a bit more intimate, but there are outlets and wifi which make it great for working. BOTTOM LINE: I'll be back next time I'm in the area, especially to try their famous churros! read more

Azucanela - Iced horchata latte - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

Cute restaurant, very colorful. The churro donut was good. Very sweet, worth a try. But the wait time is long because it is fresh to order and I don't think it's worth 12$ Strawberry horchata is good too, not too strong on the strawberry flavor and couldn't really taste cinnamon either. Very mild, that could be a pro or a con. Overall 3.5. Ambience makes it a 4! read more

Azucanela - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

Great neighborhood gem! So happy I found this spot. Great avocado toast and lattes. Plenty of open space to be seated. Service was great. Design is great. Churros were amazing. Parking in the back or the front. - Parking - Avocado toast - Design and ambiance - Churros - Lattes read more

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This place is vibrant! The moment you walk in you feel joyful from the ambiance to the multicolored walls to the people taking your order. It's all on point! The space is big inside and definitely room for teleworking, studying, or meeting with a friend or business meeting. My favorite spot is the additional patio space that's also eloquently painted with a beautiful sun and has a backdrop of faux plants. It's a beautiful hideaway spot to kick back and enjoy the beautiful day with a top notch cafe de la olla (real authentic Mexican flavor) and a Strawberry Horchata. .....and I'm both a coffee and horchata snob so this is saying a lot of azucanela. Well done! The churro bites were delish, the perfect amount of crunchiness, sweetness, and warmth to hit that sweet tooth craving. Mmmm mmm delicioso! Definitely stop by if you're in the SouthBay, you won't regret it! Enjoy! Pro Tip: Ask for the different dipping sauces for the mini churro bites that way you can select your favorite dipping sauce for your second visit! read more

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Love this place! Can't believe it's taken me this long to stop by. Love the ambience and the music the churros are the best we've had. read more

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Best coffee ever! I'm happy there's an Azucanela closer to my house now. The mazapan latte with soy milk is my go to! It's AMAZING...like best coffee I've ever had amazing. I wish this place opened earlier in the day so I could stop by before work. The woman who made my coffee this morning was lovely. The seating and outdoor area is cute...this is a great place for pictures. They have tasty pastries and a cute atmosphere. Don't be discouraged by the outside. You drive by it fast and it looks like it wouldn't be much but there's parking behind the building and it's a beautiful little gem when you walk inside! I would come here every day if I could. read more

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Horchata cafe de olla is epic and delicious Live music Sundays Boho Latin lounge to chill in Love the service read more

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Come back ! This was a great addition to our area ! Craving the horchata frap! With the bite size churros and cajeta... the toffee on top made it super yum ! read more

Super cozy vibes with great customer service and delicious churros!!! Today was our first visit and although we got it to go, we sat in the car and ate half before we headed home. Today we got the churros with ice cream with marshmallow, chocolate drizzle and candied walnuts. When we went there was plenty of street parking, but I believe there is parking in the back as well. We have planned our next visit (tomorrow, yes open on Labor Day) with the rest of the fam! The menu looks so delicious and we look forward to trying it all! read more

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I've seen this place a few times now and I finally got to stop by to see it. I fell in love with it as soon as I walked in! I grew up spending my summers in Mexico with my family and this made me feel so nostalgic and "homesick" in a good way. The whole place is a vibe and I loved the music playing in the background. Ordered the horchata iced latte, cafe de la olla, and some churro bites. Churro bites were made to order and tasted awesome. Coffees were really good. The place is kid friendly too. I noticed the front had a little coloring area for them and The back patio area also has some little play things. The person who helped us was super nice and friendly Parking is on the side through a driveway behind the building (plenty of parking) Definitely will be adding to our rotation read more

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If I had to sum up this location in one word, it would be ... amazing!!!! Straight across the boards - service, cleanliness, efficiency, and freshness. This was my first time at this location. I've been to the Hawthorne one, but I prefer this location, by far. Love the service and how the churros are made to order. I got the Churro Bites with Cajeta and it was YUM! It was hard to stop ... they were so warm and delicious and the dulce de leche sauce was incredible!!! It's a great accompaniment to the churros. I think the churros are good on their own, but even better with the sauce. Service was top notch. 10/10. There is a parking lot in the back, which is nice. Would def recommend. read more

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Visited Azucanela for the first time and it was great. I ordered a cafecachata and a strawberry smoothie. Both were delicious. I was able to get some work done as it's a quiet place. Eli, the barista, was super hospitable. She went above and beyond by printing some coloring sheets for my nieces that I had with me. Thank you Eli :) read more

Azucanela - Eli brought coloring supplies for my nieces :) - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

I want to like this place so bad but it just does bad each time . Aesthetically it's super pleasing but taste wise it's a no . Churros are always raw I don't know if perhaps they don't make them fresh ..: avocado toast always super disappointing. I feel everyone here needs refreshing training . Drinks are always okay ... that's the only upside about this place . & I've been to two of their locations and have experienced the same things read more

I never would've guessed that this adorable place exists in Lomita. It's bright and cozy and there's outdoor space as well. We ordered the churro bites, traditional churros, and strawberry horchata. Our dipping sauces were caramel, raspberry, and abuelita (like a chocolate whipped cream). The churros had a good flavor, but were just a little dense for our liking. I really enjoyed the horchata and would come back just for that. read more

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Churros are sooooooooooo good, fresh, big, hot!!!!!!! My daughter had the vegan walnut brownie. Said it was great! Coffee is perfect. Service great. Will be back. Hope they do well. read more

Azucanela - Churros Churro Tradicional Cafe De Olla - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

Great drinks and fast service! Spacious area and has a back area with more tables. Had games such as lotería! read more

Azucanela - Café chata - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

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Definitely satisfies your sweet cravings! I would say it is on the sweeter side. I would recommend sharing since these are large portions and it is best eaten fresh/hot! There was ample seating both inside and outside (cute back area). The cashier was super helpful in explaining the drinks to us - we ended up also ordering the atole de arroz, which was a rice based drink. I would definitely visit again to try some other items on their menu read more

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It's my second time to go this place! The food was so bussing and bomb as hell, and the service was great and friendly and also get your little treat for yourself!! I will always be coming back this place for dessert or little treat! read more

Azucanela - Churro Bites with Nutella Stwb - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

Coolest place in Lomita. Service, taste on point. Who doesn't love Churro! Horchata latte and churro sundae was a great break in an awesome small business. Check it out! read more

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What a unique place Azucanela is! I stopped in for a few hours one Sunday evening to get some work done on my laptop and had a productive and delicious experience :) I ordered a pistachio latte which was delicious and not too sweet - it tasted kind of like almond which I guess is pretty similar to pistachio! I also ordered the churros with Mexican caramel, which were so fresh and rich. I don't have the biggest sweet tooth, but I was a big fan of these. The caramel was buttery and smooth, and it tasted homemade (which I'm sure it is). The buttery caramel complimented the fresh, warm churros very pleasantly. Staff was very nice and offered to turn down the music since I was the only one there and was working on my computer. It was a little dimly lit at night, but I'm sure it's lively and bright during the day! I definitely plan on being back. Such a great little cafe, especially if you want some delicious baked treats, lattes, and a space to get some work done! read more

Azucanela - Churro with Mexican caramel - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

Coffee and churros. Aka caffeine, carbs, and lots of sugar. Really enjoyed coming here. So unusual to find a coffee house that is open late on the weekends. And yes, they're open on Sundays. So many selections of lattes to choose from, hot or cold. And you don't have to stick with just churros for dessert. I had an iced horchata latte, churro bites, and butter cake topped with strawberries and vanilla ice cream. Everything I had tasted great. The crust on that butter cake is soooo good, not to mention the churros when they're hot and fresh. As you can see from my posts, love the atmosphere, especially outside when no one else was around. Colorful and fun. No table service, so you have to wait to pickup your order at the counter. The staff are friendly. No issues around parking. They have their own lot in the back, along with free street parking in front. read more

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I LOVE Azucanela!! This is the second location I have been to and it holds up to everything I've come to expect from them... Great drinks, fresh delicious Churros, friendly staff & a fun colorful shop with plenty of seating inside and a very IG worthy back patio. Plus, they are open till 8pm weekdays & 9pm Sat & Sun!!! Rare to find in a coffee shop :) My Son had the Iced Marzipan Latte & Churro Bites, I had the Horchata Latte & Butter Cake. Everything was 5-Stars!!! The drinks are rich & lush but not overly sweet, the fresh Churro bites are as good as I've ever had and the Butter Cake came with a scoop of vanilla ice cream & fresh sliced strawberries... Sooooooo yum!!! Definitely recommend but you must have the Churros on your first visit :) Above the counter it says "Cafecito & Chisme" (Coffee & Gossip) and Azucanela is the perfect spot to sit and have a leisurely visit with friends. Plenty of comfortable seating inside but, to me at least, the real star is the back patio. It's covered with colorful murals, cover from the sun and lots of tables. They also have a private parking lot in addition to street parking. Azucanela is a real treasure and you need to come in to enjoy the unique treats and fun atmosphere! read more

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I have only had their churros and I usually order trays of churros from here for parties. Freshly made, they kick ass!

Normally, when I discover a really good new place, I want to tell the world about it. This place, not so much. I kind of hope it stays a hidden gem and doesn't become full of people, because that is probably what's gonna happen. Once the world discovers this business, they are going to have a lot of customers. Azucanela offers a truly unique array of drinks. What they do is they take lattes and other coffee orientated drinks and put their own spin on it, making them really-really good! They also have a few great food items. When I say what they do here is really good, I'm not exaggerating. Their coffees, other drinks, and foods items are all created in a truly unique and very tasty fashion. Perhaps one of the best things about this business is that they have a really great space to sit back and enjoy your drinks or your food. They have some nice chairs and tables inside, but I really recommend their outdoor, rear patio. It's really nice! Overall, this is a great place to grab a drink or a quick food item. This business is truly an excellent addition to the community. read more

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Horrible first experience from a Latino restaurant. Once we got there at 7:15PM (They close at 8PM), we waited for 15 minutes for the blonde girl to come out from the room in the back even tho we kept saying "Hello." FYI no one was in line. We were the only customers waiting to get their order taken. The lady didn't even asked for a moment or saying that they were busy. She just ignored us for a almost 20 minutes. There is bell to get the attention of the employee if they are in the kitchen or in the back room. Once she gave us the order, she just threw the items on the countertop, we never got greeted with a Hi, or an Enjoy! after thanking her the for giving the food with an awful attitude. Cafe de Olla was super water down. Churro bites were just bland, cold, and not appetizing like they show on the photos. I paid a total of $21.99 for this horrible experience. Ambience was disappointing. The restaurant is just dirty, couch has stains, and there is just so much echo/empty space in the waiting/dining area. Restaurant lacks creativity. read more

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* Parking available in the back * Indoor and Outdoor setting * Churros and Drinks were great * Bathrooms were clean * Friendly Customer's service I loved everything about this place. from their decorations inside and out and even their bathrooms. There's a fun and bright spirit about this place. The staff was very friendly and communicated thoroughly about their menu and flavors. It was my first time there and I didn't recognize many of the menu items and names, but the staff was able to explain everything and even gave me samples of few flavors. Ordered: - traditional churros - hot chocolate I would want to come again and try their churros with something. We got the traditional churros and felt that it needed extra sauce or the chocolate drizzles etc. The staff shared that everything is made from scratch and even their jam are made in the store! Everything tasted very natural and authentic. I would recommend this place and definitely come back again to try their other menu items. read more

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What a treat and gem Azucanela is in the South Bay! I've been wanting to stop by this dessert spot for a while and I'm so glad I finally did. I absolutely LOVED the churro filled with cajeta. Very sweet but perfect when you have a sweet tooth and guilt-free (or less guilt lol) when you share this treat with a friend! I'm so impressed by the beautiful art inside and outside in the back area of this establishment. Service was friendly and staff were helpful for first timers browsing their menu. Really enjoyed hanging out here. They also have a few games to play while enjoying your treats. Highly recommend this spot! Small parking lot in the back and street parking up front. read more

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This is a must check out for their specialty drinks and churros. First the culture and ambiance is colorful, warming, and beautiful!!! And service was top Tier!! Energy was great!! And they were quick to make the drinks and churros! What I tried Drinks Strawberry horchata it has the perfect balance! Cafe de olla tasted homemade Mazapán latte my favorite had it hot! Cafe chata was a great balance Abuelita brew was 10/10 made perfect Food Churro relleno that filling was everything Churro Donut my favorite the texture was thick and yummy Avocado & bacon breakfast sandwich so so good Sundae bites (with homemade marshmallow, scoops of vanilla ice cream, candied walnuts made in house) this one was amazing treat and gourmet! read more

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The best iced horchata latte Beautiful decor spaces inside and out - even the bathroom wall painting was beautiful Little activities for kids to do whole You sit in peace and enjoy your coffee The lady working there was very kind and even gifted my kids some samples of Their freshly made churros and those did Not disappoint either read more

Tasty drinks, yummy churros, and a cute patio! Happy we found this little spot. I got the Cafe de Olla iced, which I have always ordered hot. The caramel dip with the churros was very good. We will be back! read more

Azucanela - Churro biites - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

The service was quick & the churro sundae was delicious! The toasted marshmallow on top was unexpected but sooooo good! Came back the best day for breakfast & the Mexican avocado toast was also delicious! read more

Azucanela - Churro sundae (to go) - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California

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Yum. Perfect place for a day early Birthday dessert! We will be back for sure. Yummy read more

Azucanela - Strawberry and Nutella Churros- half eaten! - Desserts Near Me - Lomita, California