Pastry edition All their pastries are so delicious. My…read morefavorite is the pistachio bun, but unfortunately, I guess I came to lay and by the time I got there, they had run out. So sad gotta come early for the good stuff heheheh Service is friendly and helpful. Lots of indoor seating and outdoor they r located in a plaza with lots of parking They have wide selections of boba drinks to choose from too. Next time grab coffee n a pastry for your next pick me up

MAI Coffee has so many different drinks, but it feels like things have gone down in quality since…read moreopening. Plenty of parking is available since the store is located in a big plaza. The shop itself is super busy with people doing work in laptops or just hanging out. There's always plenty of seating outside regardless. They were sold out of the barley popping boba on Friday and over the weekend. We've come by a few times and the matcha and hojicha drinks were watered down. This time I opted for the Pink Berry and Phoenix Oolong Milk Tea. The pink berry is depicted as a yogurt strawberry puree drink. I got a drink that was mostly a smoothie of ice with strawberry flavor. The consistency was more liquidy and lacked any yogurt creaminess. Phoenix oolong milk tea was more on the milk tasting side. The tea taste was definitely there, but the milk and tea didn't taste like it blended well together at all. I'm overall mixed about coming here since it is a hit or miss on if the drinks will be watered down or not. Staff is always busy filling orders and it does take some time to get the drinks. IIt's a nice space to work at and hopefully drinks will improve.

I absolutely love this place. I come here at least once a week for my matcha strawberry with boba…read more It is phenomenal when I ask for 50% sweetness, it's authentic. Not too sweet, not too bitter. The service at this place is top notch! The workers are so sweet and hands the drink out to you. I love the atmosphere there! It's super cozy, a place where everyone can have peace and study. If I had a place to choose to study, definitely here!

Stopped in for a BTS pop up during concert weekend and it was packed! Great for business but be…read morewarned if you come when there's an event happening, parking is very limited. Service was really good considering how busy the shop was, we were able to get our drinks quickly and accurately. I wished I could have seen the set up before they had to move everything around to accommodate all the vendors, but appears to have plenty of space for everything you could want for seating and space.

Vienna latte with no agave syrup pump was perfect for me. The cream added sugar already so it was…read morethe right amount of sweetness. Smooth and decadent. Chocolate bread and banana bread were delicious, esp when they warm it up for you. Staff were friendly and quick. Easy to park in the lot. Love how there's no more long lines.

I've enjoyed the Vienna Matcha here in the past, but unfortunately my last two visits have been…read moredisappointing. Previously, the drink matched the menu photos, with the milk and matcha visibly layered and a generous cream topping. The last two times, however, the matcha and milk were already completely mixed together, there was barely any cream on top, and the drink tasted different from what I've had before. I'm not sure if this is an issue with certain baristas or overall consistency, but I do think management should make sure drinks are being prepared accurately and match what is shown on the menu. I also recommend checking your drink before leaving. Mine was partially covered by the cup holder, so I didn't notice the difference until after I had already left. I really enjoyed the Vienna Matcha before, so I hope they improve the consistency.

Branching out to different coffee joints in Gardena and Smoking Tiger definitely impressed! Plenty…read moreof good options drink wise and even solid pastries and small bites. So far have tried the Tiger Latte, Banana Milk Latte, and the signature Coconut Matcha (hella good if you're into Matcha). All made with distinct flavors that you can't taste without being diluted by the ice and has a good kick of caffeine to keep you going. Even tried a couple of scones, the ube and cinnamon honey. Ube is top so far with their blend of macadamia nut imbedded in the pastry. Ordered through the app but the service is always pleasant from the staff. Always friendly and never delayed. Great space to work in as well as there's plenty of sitting areas for you and your group. Overall will be back for more!

Really great coffee and creative drinks. The service was super friendly. They even brought out our…read moredrinks on the patio. There's a handful of tables inside and a patio as well. There's a parking garage, but I'm not sure if it's free. We found street parking around the corner. It's a great place to meet a friend.

I'm not one to write reviews but I had to say something…read more First off, love the coffee here. Needed to mention that yesterday the employees did a great job handling a rude and disgruntled customer. Kudos to the Nook for keeping it professional. The staff is always super friendly and they make my Spanish latte perfect every time. Sucks they have to deal with crazy people time to time but hey, that's life!

One of my new favorite coffee shops has been unlocked! Nook is affiliated with Jetty coffee and I…read moreLOVE Jetty Coffee in LA - so naturally I had to give this place a try. They have multiple locations across LA. This one is located within the cutest plaza area called The Enclave. There's no seating in the coffee shop so you can grab your coffee and enjoy a beautiful patio area outside. I went with one of their signature coffees - Honey Oat Latte. It had the perfect balance of coffee flavor and natural sweetness from the honey. I really appreciate how they mix your latte all together before pouring over ice. It's a distinct difference from other coffee shops that I like because It avoids the coffee being too milky. The line can get long but they work pretty quickly and all the staff are great and informed.

I don't know why I took so long to try Noon since it's walking distance from me!…read more I know we have a lot of options when it comes to treats in the South Bay Area but Korean bingsoo is in a class of its own. For me, regular shaved ice usually lacks enough syrup or the ice is too hard. I'm such a wuss, I know, but I hate feeling like I overpaid for a cup of ice. It has been brutally hot and today seemed like a great day to have some shaved ice. The cafe is located in a Korean plaza on Western and 154th. Smoking Tiger coffee is also in the same plaza. The cafe is on the smaller side but there's lots of seating and you can take your orders to go if you want. It's cashless and you take your tray and trash to the counter once you're done. The menu has everything from fruity flavors to Asian flavors like hojicha and injeolmi to Cinnamon Toast crunch. You can get an individual size or larger size to share. The interior is minimalist with vintage-looking posters of the business. They have WiFi and complimentary water. We ordered matcha and mango flavored bingsoo. Both had a tall pile of ice with ample toppings and more syrup layered inside the ice which I think is an important very often overlooked step. I can't wait to return to try out more flavors!

Would have given another star if service wasn't so slow…read moreTheir rate limiting step is their ability to shave the ice - which makes it tough for large groups waiting for their orders because your bowl starts to deflate when it melts Price for a single is a bit high. Would recommend sharing and ordering a large which could easily feed 2-4 people for only double the price of a small single serving Have to admit that this is a less decadent dessert than ice cream The ice is so soft and light. Fruit bowls are not just topped as a garnish but filled in the center with plenty of fruit too for a surprise treat Flavors are fresh Each bowl has a unique combo Black sesame bowl was topped with red bean and a crispy rice cake Sit powder bowl had mochi pieces throughout There are seat S both inside and outside Maybe they should have better A/C to keep the bowls from melting so fast

Jasmine Matcha Latte (10/10) - genuinely the best drink at junia and it is amazing. the ratio of…read morejasmine to matcha is the perfect balance of both flavors and the matcha itself is so smooth it is actually like silk. Matcha Latte (10/10) - the best matcha latte in gardena and it stomps yeems coffee. it is just as silky smooth as the jasmine matcha latte and although it is not hand whisked (i think) it is made in a tea kettle so it is fresh and not oxidized like other batch made matchas. oat milk was 50 cents which is reasonable and it comes in 12 or 16 oz (for extra charge) Parking - there is a decent amount of street parking that you don't have to pay for in front of the cafe but I came on a sunday afternoon and parked in the residential area one block away which is not bad at all Staff and Service - the staff was amazing and really nice and looked like they really enjoyed putting effort into their crafted drinks!

Junia is where I go to get a great cup of coffee. They focus on quality over trends. The space is…read morebeautifully curated. Theres a few tables but I hear it might get busy during the afternoons. They offer special pour-overs, yummy espresso and they even provide info on your beans. Amongst all these new trendy cafes, Junia stands out for an excellent selection of beans and drinks. I hope to try out their new kitchen menu in the future.

Probably the greatest coffee shop addition in the South Bay area! I'm always stopping by for myself…read moreor the office bc it's truly our fave. I've tried their banana matcha (top tier), strawberry matcha (has real strawberry bits ), coconut matcha, ube matcha (seasonal), biscoff latte (off menu). All so very good! They also have many pastry options to complement your drink. All the workers are nice and are always hustlin to get the drinks out with a quickness since the line tends to be long during peak hours. Unfortunately no online ordering still due to said long line. Aesthetically pleasing and love their music choices. A definite must in Torrance!

Chrome Coffee Studio is a new Asian-inspired coffee shop in the South Bay that specializes in…read morematcha and creative espresso drinks (coffee beans are sourced from Stereoscope Coffee). The coffee shop recently had a collaboration with online influencer POV Husband for the POV Matcha pop-up in August 2026 and there was a long waiting line wrapped around the block. I came here on a casual Saturday afternoon and there was a minimal wait. [Parking]: Easy and free strip mall parking. [Atmosphere]: There are one long table, one bar table, and bench seating with about 20+ seats inside the shop. There are two small outdoor tables just outside of the shop. [Menu]: According to one of the posted metal plaques, some of the signature drinks are Chrome Latte or Matcha, Cream Top, Cold Brew Latte, Banana Cream Latte (Espresso or Matcha), Coconut Matcha, and Hojicha Cream Top. *** Banana Cream Matcha (matcha + milk + agave + banana cream + cinnamon - $7.25): Excellent banana cream as it had a really strong flavor. While the matcha portion was watery, the matcha flavor remained strong. Once the entire drink was stirred, the drink tasted a bit more balanced. *** A solid matcha shop in the South Bay, but their cream is quite sweet and I would get it at 75% sweetness instead.

I only had a Tiramisu Latte but it was perfect!!! Not too sweet and the perfect balance of flavor…read moreand coffee. The girl taking my order was dyper friendly and knowledgeable of the drinks, such a great experience coming here. Plenty of parking and places to sit in a very relaxed atmosphere. Totally recommend

Restaurant or Coffe Shop: (Score: 8)…read moreThis coffee shop is trendy, a good place. Location: (Score: 8) Is Good Service: (Score: 9) We were welcomed upon arrival, but the only problem was that when we sat down, there was a plate left by someone else right next to us--which made us wonder how long it had been sitting there. Food: (Score: 10) Chicken Pesto Sandwich. We ordered two pesto chicken sandwiches, and they were good. Main Course: N/A Drinks: (Score: 5 ) My wife ordered a hot Tiramisu Cream Latte; the flavor and presentation were fine, BUT... it was cold. She asked the staff to exchange it; it took them 10 minutes to bring it back, and the worst part was that they handed her a cold coffee when it was supposed to be hot. I ordered a hot Spanish Latte; my coffee was hot and well-presented. Another important point: we ordered a pastry to have with our coffee, but they didn't bring it out until after the meal--haha.

Had the chance to stop by The Boy & The Bear, and had a great experience! We tried the mango matcha…read moreand iced mocha, and both were delicious during a hot day! Service was really quick too. They have their own parking lot, which made it quick and easy to find a spot. There was a lot of tables inside for people to sit and enjoy their drinks or do work!

I came here while I was waiting for my car to be serviced at Toyota, and I'm so glad I did. Not…read moreonly is the staff incredibly kind, but the food and coffee are delicious. You can also tell that a lot of care and thought went into designing this space. I'm obsessed with the blue tile and the perfectly coordinated retail wall. While I was here, I saw such a wide variety of customers, which I loved. You can tell everyone is welcome and that people genuinely feel comfortable spending time here. Lastly, I wanted to shout out the two employees working on 7/31 around 8:00 a.m ("BigVee" & a gentleman with longer hair who made my avocado toast) They were both so friendly and welcoming. It was early, so I would've understood if they were still waking up, but they were both bubbly, kind, and made my morning a little brighter. If a manager sees this, please let them know how amazing they are!