I'd call this a hidden gem. I wouldn't expect to find great coffee in this little plaza. The best thing here is the honey cake. Beautiful layers and a light sweet taste. Coffee here is very good (both hot & iced). Take the time to pop in for a coffee and sweet treat. -South Bay Coffee Buzz read more

Cool Beans - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

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This is a fairly new cafe. They don't have a permanent sign yet. The interior is fairly small. They have artwork on the wall, along with a bookshelf on the right hand side wall. Seating is limited, but they have seating both indoors and outdoors. There are five tables indoors. Two are small tables for two. There are four small tables for two outdoors. I chose to sit outside. It's a little stuffy inside, and when at full capacity, it gets crowded. I ordered and paid before sitting outside. They only have one laminated food menu and one laminated drink menu to order from. I ordered the avocado toast and a 12 ounce latte with almond milk. In terms of types of milk, they offer almond, oat, soy, and whole milk. Staff are friendly, but they need more staff. Unfortunately, there was only one person taking orders and making drinks in the front. I believe someone was in the back cooking the food. When I got here, there were only two parties ahead of me. After I placed my order, there was a large group of people who arrived, but they received their drinks before I did. I had to go back inside to ask where my drink was twice. He delivered my latte. No design. If you squinted a little, it could possibly look like an embryo. Afterwards, my avocado toast was delivered, along with a wooden container full of utensils and napkins. The avocado toast was alright. It consisted of toasted white bread spread with cream cheese, scrambled eggs, topped with peppered and sliced avocado. It came with a side salad; not too much dressing. Parking: There is plenty of free, shared strip mall parking. read more

Cool Beans is a café located on PCH. If you know the area, the Ford dealership is right across the street. Plus, Cool Beans is in the same strip mall as the restaurant, The Pan. So, it's pretty easy to find. In terms of their layout, it's very basic. Not in an artistic/minimalist sort of way, just very basically put together. They have a few tables inside. The problem I find with dining inside of this café is that it's pretty stuffy. Personally, I just don't find it enjoyable in there. They do, however, have tables outside. This is where I always prefer to sit. And, I suggest this for you, as well. Outside, you can feel the breeze and can enjoy your drink and/or meal in the open air. What they offer to drink is a selection of the various coffee drinks that would be expected. Latte is always my choice. Keep in mind, they do not offer Non-Fat or 2% milk. Only whole milk. But, they do have almond, oat, and soy milk if that is your preference. As far as food goes, they have a limited menu. Basically focused on breakfast. They offer things like omelettes, avocado toast, and things along those lines. I believe the high-point of this establishment is their meal offerings. They're all well presented and made with good ingredients, Plus, they have a collection of bakery items. So, you should be able to find something interesting to eat. On the downside, this café tends to be fairly popular. Meaning, you may have to wait quite a while for something you would think should be prepared fairly quickly, like say having your latte or other coffee orientated drink created. The last time I was there, I waited what I would consider quite a while, twenty-seven minutes for my latte to arrive. This is amplified, when you order one of their meals. The other problem I find with the overall service of this establishment is that they don't necessarily do things in the order received. Meaning, sometimes somebody who came in three or four people after you will get their drink before you do. I just don't think this is the right way that a café should be run! Drinks should be created and served in the order they were received. That's just my humble opinion. I believe probably the biggest problem with this café is based upon the amount of staff they have on hand. It's just not enough! Like I say, this can be a popular place, and with just a couple people working here at a time, they just do not have the staff to take care of the number of customers that arrive in an efficient manner. As far as pricing goes, this café is on the high side. For example, at my most recent encounter, it was $43.00 for two lattes and two of their avocado toasts. For a full service restaurant that price would be well expected. But, this is what I would consider high for a café of this caliber. As for parking, as it is a strip mall, they have a fairly large parking lot central to all of the businesses that are housed in this collection. So, parking should never be a problem. Overall, if you're driving down PCH, live in the area, or perhaps even work in the area, this may be a place for you to grab a pick-me-up, a bakery item, or a small meal. read more

Cute little place. The Syriniki was so tasty. Matcha Latte was the best and they were able to substitute with oat milk. Will have to come back again for their honey cake and other items on the menu. Great service. read more

Cool Beans - Classic Syrniki - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

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Finally got to try this place! We got the classic and dill and chives syrniki. I personally preferred the dill and chives! Also got a slice of honey cake and each bite was indulgent. Service was great! The menu was explained to us with recommendations and they brought the food to us. I also watched them bring out a menu out to an older couple to take their order which I thought was so sweet of them. Decent amount of seating and we enjoyed seating outside since it was a nice day. read more

Cool Beans - Syrniki with Cheese & Dill Classic Syrniki Honey Cake (Medovik) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Who would have expected this plaza to have such a great coffee shop? That's Cool Beans. And it's not just a coffee shop, it's Russian inspired with the food they serve. From pancakes to crepes to shakshuka, it's all a delightful menu to eat while you drink coffee. The chicken and mushroom crepes were incredibly light yet rich and savory, I'm not sure how that works but it does. There was a nice balance of chicken, mushroom, and crepe so nothing overpowered the other. The sauce was also pretty bomb too. Maybe next time I'll get the other food items on the menu. I opted for a citrus matcha this time around which was also nice and light. For whatever reason, the theme is light and for asians, that's a win. read more

Cool Beans - Chicken & Mushroom Crepes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Came here just for coffee, left with a honeycake! The coffee here is delicious and definitely worth the price! Saw the honeycake at the front and had to try it. Just like the coffee, it was really good. The indoor dining is really small and cramped but there's outdoor seating if you'd like. The cashier was really sweet and welcoming to us! Wouldn't mind getting more coffee here. read more

Cute little cafe hidden in this plaza. I got the avocado toast something so simple tasted so good lol. Came with a small salad as well 10/10. I also ordered a matcha and asked for mango puree. The matcha was okay id give 5/10. They have some small seating inside and few tiny tables outside. The parking wasnt too bad it is a small lot tho. read more

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Offering standout hospitality, delicious food and drinks, and an easy parking lot, this Russian cafe-meets-coffee shop is my new obsession! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with genuine warmth - special shoutout to Adis, who is super friendly and welcoming! FOOD (5/5) - Shakshuka: Mmm..two eggs poached in a rich, spiced tomato sauce, served with bread that's perfect for mopping up the savory goodness! Seventh heaven warm comfort food! - Syrniki: it was our first time trying Russian cheese pancakes, and they were yummy! Fluffy cottage cheese, lightly crisped edges, berries, and a dash of sweetness. - Honey Cake (Medovik): do not leave without trying the delicately sweet, many-layered honey cake! - Hojicha Latte: wash it all down with this smooth, nutty Japanese green tea blended with milk. SERVICE (5/5) Adis' smiling hello and knowledgeable recommendations made our visit such a pleasure! He surprised our niece with a gorgeous handmade origami napkin rose - what a truly thoughtful human being! AMBIENCE (4/5) Indoor and outdoor seating - including a delightful cushioned corner nook - as well as a super cute Fleuria romance bookshelf - make for a cozy and clean vibe. Highly, highly recommend Cool Beans for brunch, lunch, or just because! read more

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Food is delicious and very friendly staff. Definitely recommend! Love all the art in the wall. read more

The good: I tried the syrniki, medovik, shakshuka, hojicha latte and basque cheesecake. Everything was so delicious. I liked how the tea latte wasn't sweet. The honey flavor of the medovik stood out. The basque cheesecake was fluffy and tasted like flan. It was superb. I don't know anywhere else in Torrance area where you can get syrniki or medovik. This made my Ukrainian husband happy (and me too!). The syrniki was fluffy and had nice fresh fruit and yogurt. The pastries seemed to be fresh. The shakshuka came super hot and with toasty sourdough bread. I wonder if they sell whole cakes as well. They had a lot of matcha drink options. They sell stickers and keychains inside too. The bad: They were out of crepes that day. The interesting: The interior has 3-4 small tables and a corner nook area. Outside there are 4 small tables but you can combine them to make a larger seating area. read more

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Coffee was good, tried the RAF and it was tasty. The star of our visit was the mango chia seed syrniki and the honey cake. These 2 were beyond amazing and were so good, my son and I ate them slowly to savor the flavors lol. Service was perfection and we felt so welcomed and loved the little nook area to sit and eat in. I totally didn't expect to walk in and think I could have a meal here but man was I pleasantly surprised. Can't wait to go back. read more

Cool Beans - Raf Apple & Kiwi Honey Cake (Medovik) Chia Seed Syrniki - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Real cute cafe that serves food, coffee and teas. I learned about it through The Fleuria Mobile Bookstore. I had a matcha and the avocado toast and they were delicious. I will definitely be back. I ordered a book and that's the pick up spot. A perfect excuse to sit down, relax and eat again! read more

Cool Beans - Matcha Latte Avocado Toast Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

I'm in love with their Honey Cake aka Medovik. It's been days since I've had it and I'm still dreaming of it. It's not too sweet and pairs well with coffee or tea. You can see the different layers. I counted at least 12. Their white chocolate cookie was good too, soft and chewy. I'll be back. Give this cute shop a visit. You won't be disappointed. read more

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So I had to return after coming for the Yelp elite event. The nice server had given me a couple of coupons for a free croissant when you buy a coffee. I really wanted to return for a sit down breakfast but since I had errands to run I only could grab a hojicha latte, honey cake, and the free croissant. I liked the hojicha latte because it had lower caffeine level and also the earthy and rich tone. It's very different from matcha and I think I like it more. The croissant was a regular croissant but oh man the honey cake was sooo good. The portion is larger than I expected and I really didn't think I would be able to eat in in one sitting but I totally did. The layers of cake and cream fit so perfectly This visit I noticed the book shelves. I didn't ask about that but it's definitely a nice place to sit, eat your breakfast, and read a book. I think that will be my next visit read more

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Cool Beans in Torrance has such a cozy, inviting ambiance - the kind of café where you can relax with friends or get some quiet time with a book. They've got a great selection of coffee, teas, and specialty drinks along with fresh pastries and light bites. I tried the Hojicha Latte and it was absolutely delicious -- smooth, nutty, and perfectly balanced. The berry croissant was also very good, flaky with just the right touch of sweetness. It was not overly sweet, which I liked. The next time I'm back, I'd love to try the other drinks as well as the Syrniki, Shakshuka, and Honey Cake. The service was also friendly and attentive, which made the visit even better. The only downside of this place was the location. It's located right in the middle between Hawthorne and Crenshaw, on PCH...which is not really convenient. It's definitely a place I'd like to grab another drink, or have breakfast/lunch at, so I'll definitely be back. read more

Cool Beans - Hojicha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

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Cozy cute. Warm, welcoming customer service. The servers are eager to help and give tasteful recommendations. Love the mango chia seed Syriniki, along with the cheese, dill Syriniki. Savory Shakshouka, too. Top notch cafe beverages adorned with adorable latte art makes it hard to want to drink your top notch cafe beverage it's so cute. read more

Cool Beans - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Fantastic honey cake + avocado toast + some of the friendliest staff ever! We love coming here bc of the cozy vibes and delicious food. It's hard to come across quaint coffee shops in Walteria, but thank goodness we have one now! read more

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i really liked the syrniki, it wasn't like anything i've had before but it was an almost cheesy texture and taste.. maybe a mild greek yogurt flavor? i was confused at first but i really liked it, especially with the honey, yogurt, fruit toppings! i think the savory option would also be great the shakshuka unfortunately missed the mark for me, the eggs were overcooked and the tomato sauce was a bit too much like pasta sauce and not like the shakshuka i'm used to.. maybe it was just a different style though there's not a ton of seating inside but i like that it's cozy and the owners were very sweet and helpful! read more

Cool Beans - syrniki, crepes, shakshuka - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Cute new coffee shop in Torrance!! Parking is in a lot & there are a lot of spaces available! I came for the Fleuria book truck event & ended up ordering a hojicha latte with agave. I wish the hojicha was a little bit stronger but I thought it was really good. I'm curious about their matcha & their other lattes! The owners here are so nice! They were offering water to people sitting and chatting & going above and beyond to make sure their customers had everything they needed! read more

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What a cute lil shop tucked away. I love the name of this place first of all. It's so cute. "Cool Beans" is a commonly used catch phrase of mine. I stopped by real quick with one of my friends for a lil matcha and chismosa. The place is small, and it was HOT inside. Unsure if they have AC or not but it was definitely not working the day I went. They have a single use restroom at the end of the hallway of the shop. It's hard to see the bakery display because there's some tables in front of it-- but the owner had told us about a honey cake? Unsure what's the official name but it's filled with layers of cream and puff pastry and she is DELISH! I would def get it again-- it was just such the right amount of sweetness. It had good texture as well. The overall flavor was smooth, creamy and light. I ordered a medium iced matcha latte with one shot of vanilla syrup but the matcha was not sweet at all, there's no sweetener in it so it was pretty bare to say the least, and the vanilla pump didn't feel like she made it in the cup. Which means I should've probably asked for more or that it's made without any sweetener. Overall the service is very friendly and nice. The place is ran by very genuine people and I enjoyed sitting outside with my honey cake and matcha. I'd come back again! *parking is free and in a plaza read more

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Stopped into Cool Beans a couple of times, hoping my second visit might be a bit better than the first. All I had wanted was a coffee beverage and a pastry. The employee had difficulty in remembering on which drink I wanted .. hot or cold. I told him hot, but he still made it iced. I took it anyways as he was pleasant. There must be a busy time here, but each time no one else was there. Parking is plentiful. read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. I spoke with the owner and he is from Kyrgyzstan. The Honey Cake is so cravable and addicting. Not too sweet and it's not so heavy on cream like Lady M. These layers are cake and not crepes, which I prefer. Will be back for this! As for the syriniki, it's the first in my life trying it and I love trying new things. It's hard to describe but it's a warm, soft, semi-fluffy, ricotta texture that I love. It comes in savory and sweet options. read more

What a cute little Russian caffe located in Torrance! The food was delicious! I tried their syniki - the pancakes were fluffy, lightly sweetened pancakes which were soft on the inside with a golden crisp on the outside. I also had a slice of the honey cake, which had delicate layers and a creamy texture. For something savory, I ordered their shashuka, and it was rich, flavorful, and perfectly spiced! Every dish seemed authentic and made with care. Overall this cafe is such a gem! Whether you're craving synriki, shakshuka, or honey care, this place delivers authentic flavors. Highly recommend! read more

I come here often with my daughter. We love this place. The honey cake is amazing, super soft and not too sweet. Matcha is always really good too. Cozy vibe and friendly staff. Definitely one of our favorite spots read more

Cool Beans - Honey Cake (Medovik) Strawberry matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Cute little shop with delicious pastries. The staff were super friendly. Food was fun to eat and tasty. The store is a bit small but packs a huge bunch of deliciousness read more

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Cool Beans is such a cute little shop with a cozy vibe. The staff were super friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even better. I tried their matcha, it was okay overall, but what really stood out was the homemade mango and strawberry jam they can add to it. The jam was delicious and gave it a nice unique twist. Definitely worth stopping by for a chill coffee (or matcha) break! read more

Cool Beans - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

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Super fresh food and nice service. Will be regularly stopping stop by here for lunch when waiting for my car to get serviced at the nearby dealership. read more

Cool Beans - Mushroom and cheese omelette - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Came here for a birthday week light brunch with a friend and really enjoyed my avocado toast with eggs. I do wish there was a light drizzle of dressing on the side salad as it was very plain. I had a sparkling lemonade which was refreshing and paired well. Limited indoor and outdoor seating but plenty of parking in the plaza. Also love the cozy touches from the indoor seating to the books and artwork on the wall for sale. Service was very friendly and welcoming. read more

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Amazing service and such a great surprise Had to try Russian style food! So delicious and highly recommended. Such reasonable pricing for everything! Have to come back soon and try the honey cake now read more

Cool Beans - RAF and toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

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This review is only on their matcha. I walked into this cute coffee shop. While they have minimal seating, they do have additional seating out front and along the wall, they included a bookstand from romance book mobile flueria. This allows patrons to purchase books with their coffee. I love how they include the community in that way. The barista who took my order was very sweet. I ordered an iced matcha with mango jam. She reccomened adding a cream top which I did. and upon receiving it, I noticed she added sprinkles of matcha which was amazing. I sat down and mixed it all in. The quality of the matcha was great, it was fresh and the mango preserves added the perfect amount of sweetness. I want another matcha. I noticed they have pastries including a cake with a bunch of little layers which I am curious to try. I dont know what its called but it looked delicious. I can't wait to come back to try more items. read more

Great little cafe to stop by for a coffee, pastry, and/or breakfast. We dined in and they have a little breakfast nook inside and a couple of tables outside. We ordered their pancakes, avocado toast, and shakshuka. The toast and Shakshuka were delicious and would get those both again. The farmer's cheese pancakes were a miss for me. My wife and son enjoyed them but I thought they were kind of dry and bland. Maybe their honey cake would be a better sweet option and seems like a favorite. Plenty of parking in the plaza they are located in and service was okay. Would recommend ordering ahead. If you're in the area stop by and give them a try. Seemed like they have regulars that pop in for a quick coffee. Hope you enjoy! read more

I've tried honey cake which one is Eastern Europe country's traditional dessert I was very excited to try it bcs i heard a lot about. Definitely the best one! read more

Cool Beans - Honey Cake (Medovik) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Been looking forward to this place because of some posts we saw on social media. They also have good reviews on here. It's a small place with limited pastries but they have these fluffy pancakes (Syrniki) that we wanted to try. We ordered iced coffee, an iced latte, and of course, the fluffy pancakes. We waited about 20 minutes for our order which we thought was a long time to wait for simple drinks . When we got our orders- we got hot coffees instead of iced. The lady realized she made our drinks wrong and offered to make us our cold drinks- we declined as we did not want to wait another 20 min. The syrnikis (fluffy pancakes)- were the bigger disappointment. There were 3 small pancakes, 4 tiny blueberries, and about 6 tiny slivers of strawberries. The pancakes were cold and tasteless. Wanted to so much to have a place we could go to on a regular basis and was hoping this place could be it. The fluffy pancakes did not live up to the hype either. Sad to say I don't think we will be going back. read more

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Food: hojicha latte (a creamy, frothy Japanese drink made from roasted green tea powder (hojicha) and milk - iykyk) veggie omlette, and avocado toast. All are sosogood. Service: quick and easy. Friendly even when you ask questions cuz it's your first time . Ambiance: I got here about 8:30am. Not busy but still warm setting. Cozy seating. Machines are cranking something good I'm sure. Books on shelves for all to read. Music is subtle. They sell artwork. Plenty of light comes through with large windows. read more

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Dropped in for the first time the other day shortly before closing. I had an iced Hojicha Latte (which shockingly cost $7.29, an extra $1.00 for oat milk), my hubby had the strawberry & orange lemonade (which he enjoyed) & the Medovik cake (which was DELISH!!! omg, this was really good.) I think the flavors here are spot-on. I was just disappointed at paying so much for a relatively small drink that seemed to have a lot of ice (and apparently they only have 1 size for iced drinks). My hubby does want to try the cheesecake so we'll probably return. I may opt for a hot drink then (maybe I'll get more liquid LOL). read more

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Loved cool beans. The coffee was great and so was the food. I would definitely come back here to try more options! read more

Cool Beans - Honey cake and cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

Cute little place. Plenty of parking in this strip mall right off PCH. There are 4 tables inside and 4 more outside to enjoy. Nice book shop vibe with a large selection of books to enjoy. Love their artwork in the walls. They do have fresh in house made desserts. Honey cake looks delicious Drinks are nice and not overly sweetened. Their menu does have some food too. Service was excellent. They gave a good review of menu and nice selections read more

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The most delicious meal I have ever eaten. We ordered one vegetarian omelet. And one plain omelet. They both came with toasted bread and a field greens salad. We also ordered one ice tea and a vanilla latte. Absolutely wonderful! The food was serviced fast. You could smell the home cooked aroma through the air. Cozy little tables. Very stylish. Also loved the green color on the walls. Very soothing and happy at the same time. Owners were super friendly and warm people too. We could have easily split one entree as it was very large. Nice! read more

Cool Beans - vegetarian omelet and plain omelet toast, and field greens salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Torrance, California

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Visited Cool Beans for the first time with a couple of friends and I'm so glad that I did! It's a cool little "mom and pop" gem that is tucked away in a strip mall off of Pacific Coast Highway in Torrance. It's a small cafe that offers limited indoor and outside seating. Take out is also available too. The cafe offers a variety of specialty coffees & teas, fresh pastries and a nice selection of breakfast dishes. The establishment is spotless and the staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. I ordered the veggie omelette with egg-whites, which was accompanied by a mixed green salad & a slice of sourdough toast. It was amazing!!! Quite flavorful and just the right portion size too! My friends ordered the avocado toast, oatmeal and we all shared the Syriniki, which is described by in the menu as "farmers cheese pancakes." They absolutely loved the avocado toast and oatmeal! With regard to the Syriniki, it was REALLY good and a must try! I would describe it as being similar to a ricotta cheese that is golden brown and served with fresh sliced strawberries and whipped cream. It was clearly apparent by my experience that their delicious offerings, coupled with fantastic customer experience, truly demonstrates their pride and passion for their food and patrons. I would strongly recommend visiting this wonderful mom and pop small business! read more