Cafe Dolce

Locally owned & operated

Free parking

The ube cruffin was definitely worth trying. The outside was flaky and crisp, while the inside was…read moresoft and layered. I liked that the ube flavor wasn't overpowering, and the topping added just enough sweetness without making the whole thing feel too heavy. It's a pretty rich pastry, so I'd definitely pair it with coffee. Overall, really good and something I'd order again!

I really enjoy the coffee here, but my recent experience with the rewards program was…read moredisappointing. After earning enough points, I received a coupon advertised as a free coffee. When I tried to redeem it, the cashier told me it was a buy-one-get-one-free offer. I couldn't find that requirement anywhere on the coupon. That felt misleading, especially after earning the points for the reward. A friendly heads-up to other customers: you may want to confirm the terms before redeeming your points. I hope management addresses this so the advertised reward matches what customers receive. I still like the coffee and would appreciate clearer communication.

Cream Top, Americano and House Cream. Cappuccino was excellent

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Coconut matcha and Chrome matcha

First Flight Coffee

4.5(277 reviews)

0.4 mi

I came here one morning around 8:30am, and I expected the service to take a little long because of…read morethe morning rush, but I was served pretty quickly and the cashier was very helpful at answering questions about customizing drinks. I ordered the Jasmine matcha cloud drink and it is delicious. The Jasmine tea is pleasantly fragrant and the milk in the drink made everything taste light and airy. The matcha is so sweetened perfectly. It is a fresh tasting drink that is enjoyable in the hot weather.

Their seasonal (summer) frozen matcha was delightful! It came presweetened but was a wonderful…read morerefreshing treat in the summer heat. Have been drinking more coffee lately and wanted to update my review to also include that! Love their cold brew, love that they offer decaf. It gets busy on the weekend so I recommend ordering online if possible so you don't have to wait in line to order!

Matcha latte

First flight matcha

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Jasmine matcha

Nook Coffee Bar

4.6(673 reviews)

3.4 mi•Harbor Gateway

Will always recommend! Spanish latte & cold brew the nook…read moreway And the location is just so cute

Quick service I got the strawberry matcha, but I could…read morebarely taste strawberry or matcha. It tasted more like milk with syrup:/ which wasn't bad flavor wise but not what I was expecting I would come if I was just thirsty and not craving matcha

Inside - pick up counter

Clean and open floor plan.

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Matcha Latte & a Cinnamon Roll.

Okrumong

3.9(492 reviews)

0.0 mi

We drive from Santa Monica to Okrumong as often as we can. The Bingsoo Shaved Ice is the…read morefluffiest best consistency ice I've had. The flavor is sublime nothing is too sweet or overpowering. Their red beans are exactly the right texture and sweetness. All their baked items are artisan quality and presentation is above par. The coffee is on point, never bitter, a must when eating the sweets. Flavors balance one another. My only complaint is that there is only 1 location and it's far for us. Almost 50 mins 1 way, but totally worth it!

Loved the chocolate chip cookies! I got them for my daughter and she really enjoyed them. They are…read morea little overpriced in my opinion, but definitely good. I also tried the strawberry mini ice, and unfortunately that was my least favorite. I felt like it was missing a creamy, milky flavor. I think adding condensed milk or something similar would make such a big difference and bring all the flavors together. Overall, cute spot with some really good treats!

Imside

OG Snow Bowl Combo ($15.75)

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Rice mochi cake! Teeny dessert!

Bada Coffee

4.7(194 reviews)

2.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

Free parking

Bada Coffee is an independent coffee shop located in Torrance, at the Plaza Mayor Shopping Center…read more It combines Korean Café' looks and taste and it even has a robot to make your coffee, but have no fear, there are people there to help out. The place is ever so cute. It is spotless. The service is great. Even the robot is adorable. We love their Mango mango and all of their lattes are great. Their espresso is perfect. I wish it was open a bit later. We often end up there near closing. But it is one of our favorite coffee shops in the South Bay. It is fun, the prices are fair and again, they have a robot. They close at 6 pm so get there. Please stay open until 7, we will come. The attention to detail in every cup is consistent and amazing. You will love it.

I got the matcha cloud $7.25. I thought it did not have much flavor and tasted quite milky. Maybe…read moreits because I went close to closing time, so I'll definitely had to come back again and try something else. - rating: 7.3/10 update: got the mango matcha recently and really liked it! would recommend that one

Maple oat matcha

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Amai Tea & Cafe

4.4(491 reviews)

2.4 mi

I loveeeee the matcha and hojicha einspanner. I also love the pandan syrup and the salt foam they…read moreuse it is so delicious.

yummy matcha and hojicha! came here on a whim and was surprised with the matcha flavors. i haven't…read moreseen an earl grey matcha before and got it to try. the earl gray is mostly in the cream top, but the flavor is prominent and yummy hojicha einspanner was creamy and rich. i liked this drink a lot! inside has a good amount of seating and it's a nice spot to study or sit and talk with friends. service was good :)

Matcha Pistaschio Criossant

Matcha einspanner ($7), Brown sugar milk tea ($7)

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Matcha Pistaschio Criossant

Cool Beans

5 start restaurant for Shakshuka! I licked my bowl clean it was that good. I called in the order…read moreon my phone and it was ready in 10 minutes. Restaurant wasn't too crowded on a random Monday morning. Two people within there, one at the cashier making drinks and another in the back preparing food. Shakshuka slammed! Maybe it's cuz I don't have it often or because it's been a while. Either way, it was devoured in 10 minutes. Maybe a bit more of a kick needed as it was a tad bit bland, but overall a solid brekky. Will be back if in area!

Stopped by Cool Beans with our friends for a double date lunch on a weekend afternoon. The…read morerestaurant is really cute, bright, and inviting. The staff is also very warm and welcoming. The food was delicious, and the drinks were unique. We ordered the citrus matcha and bumble espresso, both of which were light and refreshing. The caffeinated tonics also looked yummy. For food, we opted for the mango and chia syrniki, which was lightly sweet and had the consistency of pan-fried cottage cheese, and the Shakshuka. My only feedback is that the portions were a bit small, and we all wished the Shakshuka was served with more sourdough. Our friends got the strawberry & orange lemonade, matcha latte, Shakshuka, and the cheese & dill syrniki, which they also enjoyed. Overall, would recommend for a light meal and refreshing drinks. Parking is also a breeze, as there is a parking lot for the strip mall that Cool Beans is located in.

Brunch

Syrniki

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Matcha, Hojicha

MAI Coffee & Tea House

4.5(529 reviews)

4.9 mi

Locally owned & operated

Outdoor seating

I came here and the service was amazing! I ordered a Tawainese Black Milk tea and it was delicious,…read moreI also ordered a chocolate Croissant. They warm it up for you if you ask. The workers are super friendly, the place is also clean and pretty chill for people that wanna come here and chill. I recommend this place if you really enjoy coffee,teas and matcha!

Phin Coffee.. only for the pros. stayed up until 4 AM. Then went back to get another one to power…read morethrough work. 10/10 doing it again.

Passion Mango Fruit Tea

Phin Drip Black Coffee

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Avomango Glow Brown Sugar Shaken @dangit.all

Caffe Bene

3.5(429 reviews)

1.8 mi•Harbor Gateway

Caffe Bene is a solid spot if you're looking for a delicious caffeine fix, to satisfy your sweet…read moretooth, or to hang out and study. The service here is quick and professional. You can tell they put a lot of effort into their food and drinks. As for the ambiance, it's perfect for those who want to hang out and catch up with friends/family or to study. When I visited, there were easily 5 other groups and individuals studying here. I have a big soft spot for banana flavored items. A BIG SOFT SPOT. Banana Cream Pie Latte - this one carries the biggest punch for banana lovers. Banana cream the entire way from start to finish. Not too sweet. Awesome foam top too. I highly recommend drinking these without the straw. Foam top drinks are best appreciated when you get a nice 50:50 ratio of the foam and drink. Banana Matcha Latte - the name speaks for itself. It's a nice mixture of both. So if you're looking to feel a little healthier with the matcha element, then go for it. This was probably the prettiest drink of the 3 that we had. Americano - delicious and got the job done here. I naturally enjoy Ethiopian and Colombian beans. I brew them often at home. I was definitely wide awake after these drinks lol Strawberrynana Waffle - If you LOVE belgian-style waffles like me, then you'll find yourself ordering this again and again. It wasn't too sweet but sweet enough to easily go through 2 or 3 of these plates if you're crazy enough. Banana Walnut Honey Bread - the best for last! I really loved eating brick toast growing up. There were so many stores back in the day that sold them, and now I can't find them as easily. In fact, Caffe Bene is the only place in the South Bay that I know that sells them. This one brought me back to the past and put a gigantic smile on my face. Delicious, perfectly sweet, balanced, and finished wanting more. Highly recommend!

Cafe Bene reminds me of those college boba studying days; big spacious room, clearly loved tables…read moreand desks and people are actually studying here from what I can see..... large array of drinks and food items to choose from, mostly smoothies and some trendy banana creme drinks, waffles, sandwiches etc. They have a stamp card but its a stamp per purchase. Booo. Times are tough I guess. Its on a corner of a big parking lot but there's a lot of scary drivers around since its on a large street. Not too bad for Torrance.

Banana Walnut sweet Cake

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Banana Matcha Latte and Banana Cream Pie Latte

Misc Coffee

4.5(219 reviews)

4.1 mi

I enjoyed the iced banana latte but wish that they didn't charge extra for nondairy milk…read morealternatives. There's real chunks of banana throughout which was a nice surprise. There's real baristas were all business and focused on their tasks. It's a busy spot on a Sunday afternoon. Lots of patrons with laptops doing work. I prefer a no-WiFi on weekends coffee shop but the drinks are tasty.

thI really liked the cloud espresso -even with the cream foam, I could still taste the espresso and…read moreit was good creamy. Not overtly sweet either. My friend liked her toffee coffee as well! Haven't tried their baked goods yet. Minimalistic vibe inside with adequate seating and nice outdoor seating in spring and summer time.

Oat Matcha

Matcha cloud

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Strawberry Matcha Cloud with oatmilk

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Alyssa R.

19 days ago

Cafe Dolce is such a cute little spot in Torrance! I came in wanting to try something new, and it turned out to be a lovely place to study, enjoy a good drink, and treat myself to something sweet. I ordered their berry matcha, and it was AMAZING! I'm pretty picky when it comes to matcha, but you could genuinely taste the quality. Made with ceremonial grade matcha, the drink was delicious, and the berry flavor complemented it so well. You can tell care goes into making their drinks, and I would definitely order it again! I also tried one of their obang tteok pastries with Nutella, and it was such a yummy little treat. The moment I opened the box, the sweet aroma was incredible! It had that warm, sweet pancake like smell, and the Nutella filling was such a delicious surprise. Paired with the berry matcha, it made the perfect little study snack. One thing I really appreciated was the atmosphere. The cafe has a calm, welcoming vibe, and it seems like a lot of people come here to study, work, or get things done. Everyone was minding their own business, which made it easy to focus and relax. The staff were also very friendly and respectful, adding to the overall experience. Overall, I had a wonderful time at Cafe Dolce! If you're looking for a peaceful place to study or get some work done while enjoying a high quality matcha and a delicious sweet treat, I definitely recommend checking this spot out. It's a place I'd happily visit again! read more

Seong L.

1 year ago

I just tried their iced hazelnut latte, and it was really good! The coffee was strong enough that I could actually taste the espresso, unlike some other coffee shops where the latte just tastes like sugary milk. They also offer ice cream and various pastries, all of which look delicious. I would definitely come back to try more options from their coffee menu! :) read more

Allie Y.

1 year ago

Cafe Dolce is a hidden gem. There's ample parking, plenty of seating, and the space feels peaceful and warm--perfect for getting work done or catching up with friends after lunch. The drinks are consistently good and not overly sweet. Their mocha is especially well-balanced and rich, and the matcha is high quality. Definitely a go-to spot in the neighborhood. read more

Jun L.

1 year ago

A wonderful café with a warm and welcoming vibe. The music creates a great atmosphere, the drinks are delicious, and the staff are genuinely kind and friendly. Perfect spot to relax, chat with friends, or just enjoy some good tunes and great coffee. Highly recommend! read more

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