Super cute bakery! Several people sitting around having coffee and pastries. I have a college who is addicted to pastry/desserts and she has been told she has to go dairy free. The agony!!! Found this place and was able to grab quite a bit of vegan items for her to try. So my caveat is all this is amazing for vegan- Chocolate chip cookies 9/10 would almost not know it was vegan, it was also fresh outta the oven. Snickerdoodle- 3/10 not my vibe, too crispy Blueberry Scone- 10/10 she lived it Janessa cupcake- 7/10 overall a solid strawberry choice Cookies n Cream Cupcake- 10/10 great cake and frosting Chocolate Lovers Slice- 15/10 our favorite Herb Cake- odd but not bad 7/10 Will definitely go back to try their coffee. read more

Great neighborhood cafe with drinks and bake goods. Cute atmosphere, cozy feel. Friendly staffs. They even have treats for your doggie. read more

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We ordered the smallest size Jannesa's strawberry vanilla vegan cake w/fruit inside. It was an absolute hit for our birthday gathering. The strawberry whipped cream was perfect, the cake was moist & the added fruit made it just about the best cake I've ever had. I thought it would be too small for our party of 7 but it could have served double that. I cannot wait to try the other vegan flavor flavors! The staff are very welcoming and helpful too. You must come by and check Cara Mia out. read more

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I purchased their sliced vegan cakes, Janessa strawberry flavor and the cookies and cream. Each was $10.25. I also got a "blueberry" scone. The vegan cake slices were a bit hard, perhaps because they were old? The frosting was very firm, you had to chew it. The scone had 4-5 blueberries on the outside but the inside was void of any blueberries. It was dense and tasted like bisquick. I couldn't eat it after 4 bites. That was $6.45. So disappointed. I found them and visited because of the high yelp stars but this one isn't genuine. read more

Love all of their coffees and pastries! My favorite right now is the iced churro latte! The staff is very welcoming. Dogs are welcome! They greeted my pup with a yummy frozen treat. read more

Hi , this place is super cute and cozy, perfect for working and gathering with your friends , I tried the cold brew coffee and it was delicious. read more

Cara Mia Baking - This place is super cute, perfect place to work and relax - Bakeries Near Me - Lomita, California

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I am writing my review a second time because my first review was removed by Yelp saying I used AI to write my review. I am disappointed with the lack of professionalism from the owner Tina Brown. Last year I ordered a cake for my daughter's birthday and it was a 4 inch cake with an add on design of pink color and white polka dots and her name and I brought a topper to add on the day of pick up. The cake was $50 plus $10 for the design fee for a total of $60. This year I wanted a 6 inch cake and found an ombre design they did on a past Instagram post on Cara Mia bakery. I also found some different butterflies I liked and lavender with pink colors. Previously I texted the baker to order and I called that my text didn't get a reply and they said to emails and they don't text anymore. I emailed the two photos and that I wanted a 6 inch cake in Janessa's strawberry cake. Tina Brown replied that it would be $148. I was surprised at the price jump from $60 for a small 4 inch cake to $148 for a 6 inch cake because she said I would purchase the butterfly topper and have to bring it in 4 days in advance to color match. She did not offer to buy and order them and charge me the cost. I replied what is the breakdown for the pricing of the cake. I went to their website and checked the cake is $78 for Janessa's cake, and if you want strawberries inside which she didn't quote it's $15 so that's $93. So I was confused as to why it's $55 extra to make an ombre cake with little clear balls around it and stick butterflies on it. Mixing 3 ombre colors when one color is already white and then using a spatula to create lines does not appear to be $55 of work. $55 for "custom design " is a lot. We went back and forth emailing and Tina said its because the cake is organic and hand made so it's $148. Then I said I know the cake itself is at most $93 for strawberries inside but why is it $55 for the ombre and small clear balls when there isn't really a design because it's sticking on butterflies that are already made and I have to buy and deliver them 4 days in advance. I also did not ask for a name on it like it had last year. In the last email Tina Brown said that I didn't "see the value" in their skill level for an ombre cake and because I didn't like the price for it she is " unable to make me a cake within my budget." This is after I even asked what is the price for one color of the the cake which is $83 and I was thinking about one color and doing the butterflies myself but she said she can't make me a cake at all now. This really upset me that even though I was asking ok what price is it for two ombre colors or one solid color, she didn't want to work with me to find a design within my budget. It's not really a design though because I didn't ask for flowers or fondant shapes of butterflies and her name on it. So I wrote my review and then she replied on here saying your name is not Mary S your real name is "-----" and wrote my full legal name and then she copied and pasted most of our email exchanges with my email signature that had my full name, professional title and certifications and then she wrote "l have removed your phone number and email for your privacy" but she repeatedly put my full name about 6 times with my professional credentials and job title. So I reported this to Yelp that it violated privacy rules and Yelp removed her response saying it violated their Content Guidelines. She also messaged me saying it was dishonest to use a false name and not tell the truth in my review. I reported this message to Yelp and they replied to me that they sent her a warning about her behavior. There is no rule on Yelp that you have to put your real name and last initial but she felt she had to expose my full legal first and last name multiple times. I did tell the truth in my review. I also wrote the same review on Google and she wrote the same response on Google with my full name and credentials and job title. I already had my full name for the review but putting my job title and credential in her response from our private emails 6 times is not necessary. She is aware of this and didn't remove it. I reported it to Google for privacy violation as well. The response to my review as of today 4/1/26 is still up and if she were professional she would edit her response to remove my credentials and job title because that is private and irrelevant and she said she removed my email address and number from the signature for my "privacy" but not those items so actually it is not protecting my privacy. Overall I am not happy she said I can't get a cake made because I don't value it and don't have a budget for it and also beyond that can't believe my full legal name, credential and job title was on the response here multiple times and it remains on Google. read more

Cara Mia Baking - Inspo pic with ombre frosting and small translucent balls and fake butterfly toppers that I would have to supply - Bakeries Near Me - Lomita, California

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One time I happened to past by CMB, I saw someone walking out with 3 large boxes - that was a good sign. Today upon entering CMB, I saw the same thing. I decided to get a croissant, chocolate chip cookie and a regular coffee. The croissant was flaky, light and buttery. Nice chunky chocolate chips in the cookie. There's a little bit of salt on top of the cookie to give it some contrast. The coffee was quite smooth. Service was very friendly and prompt. read more

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For vegan & Kosher cakes, Cara Mia made it happen for us. This was a good find here at Southbay. Our cake design might not be as crisp was we wanted it to be but we were forewarned early on. Communication with their team was excellent! Their half sheet custom made cake was reasonably priced and the cake was luscious and rich in flavor. It wasn't sweetness overload in my opinion. Just a delightful experience wiht Cara Mia Baking! read more

This little bakery has something for everyone. I had a tall chocolate cake for my birthday. It was so pretty and delicious. They vegan options too. Their chocolate chip cookies (yum) and chocolate, banana bread is enough to share. Prices are reasonable and staff is friendly and accommodating. read more

Their vegan cupcakes are amazing! We got them for our kid's bday party & were a hit. You can't tell they're vegan. The frosting is so creamy & light & perfect! We got a mix of flavors. Great service too! Will definitely be back! read more

I was up late last night trying to find alternatives to Torrance Bakery, as they require a 3-4 day notice now. My son's 1st birthday is tomorrow and we weren't able to order until yesterday. I found another option but wanted to shout this business out because, they were going to make it happen...a custom cookies and cream order. This was such a kind and genuine gesture, I'm ensuring my birthday cake comes from this bakery in April. Many blessings to them and such a sweet owner, Ms. Tina, I was really grateful for the service they were willing to provide. read more

I've ordered Vegan goodies from here before.. super tasty. But what stood out was the exceptional service. I purchased 24 mini cupcakes, and picked them up and they were perfect. At our home the box fell, and they were totally messed up. They were very helpful when I called, and replaced the cupcakes and decorated the new ones with the frosting we had asked for in no time. It was extremely gracious of them to do that, and they really did save the day!! read more

The employees are very nice and patient when there is a rush. Their pastries are so tasty and they even offer vegan/gluten free sweet treats. Anytime I have a family event or get together, I like to order a dozen or 2 of their lemon and blueberry scones! Everyone devours them and their custom cakes are beautiful. read more

Cara Mia Baking - Delicious custom cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Lomita, California

Best Vegan scones I've ever had. They don't taste Vegan at all. Have other Vegan options as well as some delicious coffee

Renamed bakery and cafe - same goodness! I've never seen this vegan chocolate date scone before so I had to try. I have a few reward cards filled so I got a free drip coffee today. I tried one of the new paninis - vegan grilled cheese. The hypotenuse on that thing is 7 inches. Totally shareable or seconds. I always buy more than one item to taste throughout the day. Most of their flavor-filled croissants are fancy with pinch pleats. Last week I was lucky and made it in the nick of time to taste the Nutty Irishman after St. Patty's Day (old clip of my first taste). Service is always great! The owner knows me by name teehee. I also find the decor comfy and cozy with barstool and sofa seating options. If I lived closer I'd have a seat. read more

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Super delish, every treat, cake, and pastry was amazing! They even had a bunch of free samples to try. Staff was very friendly and provided great recommendations. Lots of seating and games to play while you eat. Definitely stop by if you're a sweets lover like I am! read more

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I needed a last minute cake for my boyfriend's 40th surprise birthday celebration. Cara Mia came to the rescue with putting my order in barely 1.5 days notice. (Mind you, one of my friends was supposed to be in charge of the cake - but TWO other bakers bailed due to cake design and color choice.) Anna and Stephanie MADE IT HAPPEN! The design was exactly what I envisioned after showing just one inspiration photo and a secret party flyer that was made. The Jenessa's Strawberry Vanilla cake was delicious! EVERYONE kept saying they loved it! Aside from the amazing cakes ... you can't go wrong with anything else from this place! From coffee, to spritzers, to pastries, to delicious sandwiches, there is literally something for everyone! Some of my favorite items from here are: *Tres Leches latte *Bourbon Browed Butter Bread Pudding *Burnt Honey, Goat Cheese & Fig Puff *Rancheros breakfast panini This is a staple and must try in Lomita! Thank Stephanie and your team for everything as always! read more

Cara Mia Baking - Custom designed Jenessa's Strawberry Vanilla Vegan Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Lomita, California

Yo. YOOOOOOO. I went in and I got a chocolate chip cookie and a snickerdoodle cookie, like the big back to at I am, I sat in my car and took a bite and I swear to everything holy, the first bite, I said out loud "WHAT THE FAWK?!" These cookies were so damn good. And the pop tarts? Bruh the pop tarts?! I don't even like pop tarts and I went in on these things! The bakery itself is nice, clean, spacious, and very welcoming. The staff, top tier. Shout out to ms brown! You're doing your thing. Wishing you many years of success. A true gem. This place is going to be the reason my A1C goes up because I'm going to live there. read more

The good: I got the ferrero rocher (chocolate hazelnut) cake from here for my birthday. It had crunchy small chocolate balls inside that added a nice texture. You could taste the hazelnut but it's not as pronounced as in the candy. The bad: The cake was dense and a bit too rich. It's very much an American style cake because of the thick buttercream, heavy cake and non-fluffy frosting. I would've liked for the cake to have more crunch and more hazelnut flavor. The interesting: If you opt to not having writing atop the cake then you'll get chocolate shavings instead. read more

Cara Mia Baking - Bakeries Near Me - Lomita, California

Came in to check out the vegan items for my allergy kid. They have a nice vegan and gluten-free selection of cakes, scones, and cookies. They also have regular items that looked delicious, but I was on a mission. The young lady who helped me was super nice and helpful. She was able to answer my questions about ingredients and even made sure to grab an item that was in the back to make sure nothing was touching an allergen from the display case. I appreciated her extra care which made me give them 5 stars. They are pricey for the size of the item, but at this point everything is expensive. Great service will have me coming back for a regular item for myself next time! read more

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4/30/2024 I have driven by this location multiple times each time I was tight on time. Out of immediate impulse, I quickly threw a you turn and told my passenger, "Let's hop off and see what we're missing out on." We are a family who loves sweets. After parking and walking towards Cara Mia, I quickly noticed they have a lovely sitting area outside, which is surrounded by a few newly planted flowers, which gave the landscaping appeal. As we excitingly walked in, we were the only customers at the time, I immediately immersed myself in everything they had began reading their menu, looking thru the glass of where each and every dessert laid. I asked how long the business had been open. It has been several years. Oh, what a treat ! To have witnessed all the hard work that goes into making scones while visiting. I have been wanting a slice of cake, and they had plenty to choose from. I purchased 2 different styles of cake, strawberry, cookies, and cream, which were $7.95 each and mom's chocolate banana coffee cake @ $6.15. I purchased 3 different deserts for tonight's dinner. The strawberry and cream were a hit so moist and just the right amount of strawberries. However, it was so thinly sliced that we had two bites each, which was really 1 due to portion size. Lol At home, we all sliced every desert into 3 slices so everyone gets a try of each desert. The cookies and cream were a little dense and a bit dry. Mom's chocolate banana coffee cake was not a favorite among the three of us. Honestly, I thought I'd devoured it and like it the most, but it was my least favorite. We also bought 3 macaroons chocolate, strawberry, lemon again the strawberry was my favorite the lemon was real tangy so delicious. I am not a coffee drinker but love the smell of it brewing. So we passed on anything warm. read more

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There aren't a lot of gluten free bakeries around this area and the ones I have tried have beautiful cakes but miss the mark on flavor. I decided to give Cara Mia a try for my 30th birthday cake. We enjoyed the most beautiful moist gluten-free cake (even the staff at the restaurant could not stop raving about it!). I am a chocolate lover but went with the raspberry lemon flavor and everyone was thankful for it. The cake had a delicate balance of flavors--sweet raspberries infused with bright citrusy. What a perfect harmony! Thank you so much, Cara Mia Bakery. Consider me a customer for life! read more

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stopped into cara mia baking bc i was in need of a bakery who provided gluten free and hoping they had sugar free items. they did offer a few gluten free items i was able to get a little cake for my mom, for her birthday i also picked up a couple chocolate cookies for myself along with a bourbon caramel cold brew with brown sugar cold foam :) the cookies were this and soft and had chunks of chocolate! yum!! i will def be back for these cookies! my mom loved the cake! she said it was not to sweet, which is great, coming from her lol its a really cute cafe, a few seating areas great to stop in and catch up on work or with friends or just to hang out parking: i parked on the street read more

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Tucked away in Lomita, trim tart has that small breakfast and coffee vibes. It looks so homey where you can have a casual chat or have a meeting.. it's just very welcoming! The turkey pesto panini was actually just okay. I didn't think it was amazing or done spectacularly but the blueberry lemon scone was more than spectacular! Crisp on the outside and a hint of lemon, and super soft in the inside. Great customer service as well. I would definitely return to try their other items! 5/5 Blueberry lemon scone 3/5 Turkey Pesto Panini read more

Cara Mia Baking - Panini and blueberry lemon scone - Bakeries Near Me - Lomita, California

This a a cute place off a busy street in Lomita. We arrived near closing, so unsure how busy it actually gets. It looks like they have outdoor seating as well as indoor seating. They have a coffee and drinks menu as well as two bakery cases filled with lots of yummy looking sweets. We ordered: Cold brew Chocolate chip cookie Goat cheese and honey pastry. I forget the name but those are the ingredients! Coffee cake with chocolate. Our favorites were the cookie and the pastry. I think the cookie is vegan but not 100% sure but I think that's what the sign stated. This cookie hit all the notes for me: crispy and gooey and not too sweet! Perfect! The pastry looked good in the case, so we ordered it! Delicious! The goat cheese flavor is a bit strong so if you're not a fan, then you may not like it. Our least favorite was the coffee cake. It was too dense for our liking. However, you may like coffee cake this way! Try it! Enjoy! read more

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The gluten free cupcakes are super dry, and over price for a tiny cupcake. Too much frosting on the slice cakes. read more

I ordered four dozen mini cupcakes for my sister's baby shower and had the greatest customer service experience, from all of my questions and ordering timelines and rescheduled pick-ups!! Our guests raved about the red velvet (one guest said it was the best red velvet he's had in his whole life!) and loved that there were even vegan options, as well. I would highly recommend Cara Mia - you will be a star for brining these to any social function!!! read more

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Stopped in craving something sweet and the cake did not disappoint soft rich just the right sweetness hit the spot perfectly

I've had a few cakes from this bakery and they are delicious. The bakery is very cute, def a neighborhood gem. The cakes are large and feed a good amount of people. I like that they can do vegan and everything is decorated beautifully. read more

So delicious! We tried a scone, a buttercream cupcake and samples of the vegan chocolate chip cookie and a maple donut. I have nothing but great things to say about everything. I would never have known the cookie was vegan. The scone was exactly what I wanted in a scone - buttery, tender and not too sweet. The cupcake was my son's pick, Im not huge on cupcakes but of course I took a mommy-tax bite and WOW it was amazing, the best buttercream I've ever had! Will definitely be back! read more

Cara Mia Baking - yummmm buttercream - Bakeries Near Me - Lomita, California

I have been passing by this place for some time now. I don't know why it took me so long to stop in... but I'm glad I finally did! I got an iced vanilla latte with oat milk and a vegan vanilla cupcake. Just at first glance, I was like yikes, my latte doesn't look like it's going to be good but hunnie, did it surprise me! It had great flavor. It was creamy and delicious. I could definitely taste the espresso and it was the right amount of sweetness. The cupcake looked cute but I wasn't sure how it was going to taste... however, it was another winner for me. The frosting was uh-maze! The cupcake itself was moist and it was the perfect size. I was greeted right away. Great employees. Indoor and outdoor seating. Plenty of parking in the parking lot and I definitely think it's worth checking out! read more

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I wanted to pickup some pastries for my friend's child, who is allergic to eggs and nuts. It's not easy to find both vegan AND nut-free pastries and desserts, especially in the South Bay. But Trim Tart has so many options, I was delighted to be able to get a whole bunch of pastries! Before I drove over, I called first to see if vegan and nut free pastries were available. The staff was so nice explaining all of the options available. I rushed over in anticipation of those items being sold out, but she calmed me down and showed me all of their availability for the morning. I really appreciated the little details and service that I received! The store has a quaint ambiance and seats for people to sit and enjoy your coffee and pastries. I will definitely come back next time with a book and sit down to enjoy all of their good food and drinks! read more

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Went in for sugar free, gluten free, dairy free & the owner said they don't have sugar free with what seemed like an attitude. I asked what kind of sugar & she seemed a bit confused. I asked if it was white sugar & she confirmed. I left the store. I always heard about this place when it was Trim Tart & wanted to try it. Knowing that with my restrictions of sugar free, gluten free, dairy free, I felt like they understood these type of special needs. After leaving the store, I did not feel welcomed or that she was trying to help me. I do not recommend if you have dietary restrictions of sugar free, gluten free, dairy free read more

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Ordered The Classic 4" cake for a birthday. The cake looks incredible and tasted delicious! read more

Cara Mia Baking - The Classic 4" - Bakeries Near Me - Lomita, California

This is my new favorite bakery! I loved the coffee which was an iced oatmilk mocha with added shots. Marisa helped me out and even sold me on getting the bacon cheddar scones and a chocolate scone. Both tasted absolutely incredible with the homemade honey butter. I will be returning tomorrow morning as soon as they open. Seriously thank you Marisa for the recommendations! Tina was also very sweet and kind! I will be trying the Janessa cake as well! read more

I was stunned by a sampling of Cara Mia's vegan cupcakes at a birthday party recently and then flabbergasted to learn they were right up the road in Lomita. The hits just kept on coming as I visited the bakery and was GOBSMACKED by the variety and quality of vegan cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. This is not a drill and I'm not being hyperbolic. If you are vegan (or gluten free) and you live within 30 miles of this establishment, drop everything and go see for yourself! Every vegan treat they sell is sensational. I've been sampling vegan baked goods all over California for the past 24 years and I'm telling you: this place is SPECIAL. read more

Wanted to try something new but I regret ever stepping foot in this place. The lady that took our order didn't have any personality and seemed to have an attitude. The rest of the staff was so loud and talking personal business. The coffee was just ok. There's definitely better more professional places to get coffee read more

I ordered some sugar free cupcakes for a baby shower where the mama to be has gestational diabetes. The staff member who assisted me with my order was friendly. I got 20 of the sugar-free vanilla cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and berries added) and was so happy with what I received! They even added some pink glitter which was a really nice and thoughtful touch! I also had a chai latte and probably the best blueberry scone ever in their cafe! Wish I lived closer because I would totally end up there every week. If you're looking for sugar-free or even vegan options, I definitely recommend them read more

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Love their scones. The scones remind me of the ones my aunt used to make. I also tried the strawberry cake and it was so moist. Not too sweet. read more