The bingsoo my friend and I shared from here was delicious!…read more We shared the Blueberry Yogurt and Hojicha Bingsoos at the single serve size and both of them were great. The Blueberry Yogurt one really tasted like eating a cup of blueberry yogurt. The dollop of yogurt was nice and the blueberries were plump and fresh. The Hojicha one also had great flavor. I liked the nutiness of it. The cereal, dalgona, and red bean also added good flavors and textures. I like how the flavorings were embedded in layers throughout the bingsoo. The ice itself was okay though. It could've been softer and smoother, but still good nonetheless. The flavors and toppings really carried the bingsoos. I'd recommend both flavors. The cafe interior is super cute too. Love the design. I saw some people with laptops, so this could be a potential work/study spot? There's also lots of free parking underground.

Tried a few desserts at Noon Korean Bingsoo House with friends and everything was delicious! We had…read morethe green grape shave ice, blueberry yogurt, cinnamon toast, and banana pudding. All of them were great, but the green grape was definitely my favorite So refreshing, not artificial tasting at all, and the sweetness was perfect. You can really taste how fresh the flavors are. Definitely coming back! service was great too... we had to wait a bit to find seats but it was all worth

Over the weekend I tried Moom Maam's Artisanal Thai Gelato and am now obsessed…read more I hadn't planned on getting dessert at 10am at Smorgasburg, but I did plan on a coffee. When scanning the shops for a caffeination boost, I couldn't stop thinking about the "Over Caffeinated Cold Brew Float" I saw advertised at Moom Maam. So intriguing! I circled back and ordered the indulgent morning treat, slightly skeptical of such a mix. I'm happy to report though that yes, it was a monstrosity to have first thing in the morning but I'd do it again in a second. You get to pick what flavor gelato is in the coffee and I went with chocolate to which they replied, great choice! I agree, it was such a good mix with the cold coffee brew. The gelato was so creamy with amazing flavor, I can't wait to come back and try more off their menu!

tl;dr the Thai-inspired gelato flavors are fun, but the expensive sticky rice waffle bowls don't…read morelive up to the rabid hype or lofty price Inventive ice cream has become the norm in Los Angeles, and one of the most popular spots is Moom Maam. Self-proclaimed as "CA's first Thai gelato", Moom Maam began as a pop-up in the Wat Thai Food Court in North Hollywood in 2021. Owner Saran "Darwin" Wai translated his molecular biology degree into the science of ice cream, earning features in Eater LA and the Los Angeles Times. Nowadays, Moom Maam operates a brick-and-mortar stall out of the Del Amo Fashion Center, but you can still catch them every Sunday at Smorgasburg LA. In brief, Smorgasburg is a Sunday-only, open-air food market at Alameda Produce Market in Downtown LA. Parking in ROW RTLA's dedicated parking garage is quick and easy, with 2 hours complimentary. Bathrooms are located out of the market, a short walk down the graffiti art side street. A questionably clean water bottle filling station is available at the entrance. Smorgasburg is pay-as-you-go, and the tenured vendors serve upscale street food with a Pan-Asian or Pan-Latin American bent. My family and I visited Smorgasburg in the early afternoon for lunch, and we were drawn to the desserts. We opted for a Special Gelato Bowl, featuring a brittle coconut waffle wafer and coconut sticky rice. After trying several flavors, we decided on the true-to-taste Thai Tea and the masa-forward Blue Corn w/ Goat Milk Caramel. Other flavors we tried included the Strawberry Balsamic (a refreshing sorbet with a La Croix-esque hint of balsamic), the Soba & Tsuyu Caramel (strongly wheat-flavored), and the Durian Mezcal Drift (pleasantly toned-down in pungency). Broadly, the gelato was a bit melty, becoming runny even before taking a bite. The sticky rice provided an addictive Q texture, but it was hidden away beneath the scoops. The line ebbed and flowed, but we caught the stall at a good time. Our ice cream costed $17, and the portion felt modest at best. Overall, we agreed that Moom Maam offered fun flavors and a unique serving style, but the overall experience wouldn't be worth a return visit.

Cute spot! It's located on the 3rd floor of the Galleria, so there's a lot of parking. Lots of…read morechoices which I appreciate haha. Joy was a big help and super nice. I got the passionfruit sparkling ade with strawberry popping boba and it's so refreshing. I'm literally about to gulp the rest of it down as I type this haha definitely worth trying

My kids LOVE the boba They are always fast…read moreFriendly and are efficient Never disappoints

Met an old food service industry friend for lunch. I had a very savory and flavorful uni pasta with…read moreshrimp! I would have liked a slightly larger portion, but it was satisfying nonetheless. Our server was extremely friendly, perfect temperament for food service! I'll have to bring the wife here!

Welcoming and friendly even 30 minutes before closing. Very cool vibe with music from the 80s…read morewafting through the background. So far so good -- the only thing left was the taste of the food. And of course it was good. It's a random Japanese pasta spot in the middle of Redondo Beach... how could it not be? BB

In the food court area of Mistuwa is this matcha place. They serve matcha drinks and matcha soft…read moreserve desserts. I had the matcha soft serve which reminded me a lot of the matcha in Japan; authentic.

If you're into desserts that aren't too sweet, the matcha soft serve here is perfect for you…read more The matcha soft serve itself was creamy and smooth. The matcha flavor was bitter, but in a good way. It was earthy and not too weak which I liked. It was also super aesthetic with the chocolate square which provided a nice and sweet contrast to the bitter matcha. Definitely a high quality dessert. This spot is located inside the Mitsuwa marketplace food court area with parking outside shared with the Del Amo mall. It can get pretty packed in the area. I would get the soft serve here again, but I am a bit skeptical about getting the drinks here. That's because the matcha drinks look super diluted based on the color.

We stopped by Okrumong after lunch at Jang Su Jang, since it's located in the same center, and it…read morewas a nice way to wrap up the meal. We ordered two bingsoo and shared them. The black sesame bingsoo was my favorite - the ice was super fine and snow-like, light and easy to enjoy. It leaned a bit sweeter than other bingsoo spots I've tried, but was still very good. The second bingsoo was a more classic snow bowl with red bean and mochi on top, simple but enjoyable. The space felt clean and traditional, with good service. Overall, a great place to get bingsoo in Torrance.

Overall, this place is my favorite dessert place in South Bay…read more Location: next to Jang Su Jang restaurant so easy to come by after dinner. Has a big, free parking lot. Decor: cute decor with books on the side and a few tables inside. Service: efficient and speedy. Menu/food: I really like their bingsoo a lot, but what I really love is their boong-uh-ppang (taiyaki). I also love their red bean, which is not too sweet but rich and flavorful. They advertise that the red bean is imported from Korea, and it really is better than most other places. When the taiyaki comes out piping hot with crispy exterior and chewy inside with red bean, it's sooo good. I like their custard filling too. Probably best taiyaki I've had anywhere in southern Cal. I had stopped coming here for a while and when we came back, we noticed that the menu expanded a bit, and now they have some fruit based bingsoo. Recommend trying once. Their rice cakes are good too, very chewy and fresh.

I have just tried the Holiday Crystal Sweets Gift Box from Misaky Tokyo !!…read more I can't believe they are really "edible"? They are so delicate & gorgeous! They really look like "crystal". They are perfect holiday gifts, totally one of the kinds. These sweet treats will definitely put a smile on your face! They are vegan & gluten-free. I love their packaging, so stylish and I don't even need wrapping paper for this gift!

I saw this business online at first, and while I thought the candy was beautiful, the price was…read morecompletely out of my price range; it never occurred to me to place an order. Then the owner was at the Japanese garden for December Nights so I could see how nice the candy looks in person, she was offering a discount... and I placed an order. In recent years it feels like everyone I know has been placed on one special medical diet or another. It's so hard these days to find pre-prepared food that multiple people can enjoy, and when I do it usually isn't particularly impressive. These candies are dairy free, gluten free, sodium free, low in sugar, and beautifully packaged in a way that feels like you're really getting something special. The taste of these is mildly sweet and mildly flavored. The texture is the best part, with soft centers, firm exteriors, and fun crunchy "rock" bits: great contrasts. I'm not a big fan of Japanese sweets, but if you are, these are a prime example. But honestly? Mostly I'm grateful for having a special food to share with my loved ones.

Had a wonderful morning at Azucanela! The food was absolutely delicious and the staff made us feel…read morewelcome. Laura and Carol were especially warm, cheerful, and attentive, which made the experience even better. We ordered the chilaquiles and the breakfast sandwich, and both were fantastic. The chilaquiles were fresh and full of flavor with crispy tortilla chips topped with a rich green sauce, egg, cheese, and red onion. The breakfast sandwich was a generous portion on a warm brioche bun with thick bacon, egg, chipotle sauce, and fresh greens. We also tried the churros, which were clearly made fresh to order. They were not overly sweet, perfectly crunchy on the outside and soft inside. The horchata coffee was absolutely divine and something I would come back just for. Everything here is made fresh, and you can taste the difference. The outdoor seating area with music created such a joyful, relaxing atmosphere and made the whole morning feel special. I can't recommend this place enough!

Azucanela had been on my list for quite some time. I was finally able to visit with a friend from…read morework not long ago, and it was better than expected. Parking is very minimal. There are only a couple spots in the lot. It is very small, so you'll likely have to park on the street. The shop is nicely decorated, and very vibrant and colorful. They have a few swinging egg chairs you can sit in, which is a nice touch. The drinks & desserts are really good. I highly recommend coming here.

Sweet Rice is my #1 restaurant that I recommend to everyone to try!…read more Everything here tastes so good and since it's more of a "breakfast" spot, it has items on the menu that your typical Thai restaurant doesn't have. My go-to items are the Thai Omelette with Shrimp, Roast Duck Noodle Soup, Tom Yum noodle soup, and Cha Manao which is Thai Tea with Lime. Gardena has so many great restaurants and Sweet Rice is such a great addition to the community! The plaza that it's in has other yummy restaurants and boba/dessert as well.

I've been here a handful of times and I absolutely love their Khao Soi. It's so creamy, rich, and…read morefull of flavor I can never get enough of it. I usually get the beef option and it's perfect with the coconut curry broth, crunchy fried noodles, and fresh veggies all working together so well. I also love dining in because they offer a variety of spice options. There's even a little setup with jars of different chilies and spices so you can adjust the heat to your liking. My husband wanted something sweet so we shared the mango sticky rice and it was so addicting especially with warmer weather starting to roll in. It really feels like summer is on the way !!! On top of the food, the customer service is always so kind and attentive. 10/10 highly recommend!

I happened to have my eye out for them since they were on too good to go. I finally had the…read moreopportunity to buy some Bundt cake and I did not regret it one bit! Since it was a surprise bag I'm not entirely sure which ones I got I think it was their strawberry crunch, birthday kake, and last one it seemed to be some graham cracker topping but unsure. Every single one had lots of frosting on it. Super sweet but expected! The cake is super moist. I'm just bummed for any delicious food to exist at the South Bay galleria since it always seems dead as a mall. Wishing this establishment the best of luck!

For $7 a pop, I am very dissatisfied. Not cool at all. So not worth the price and the taste is not…read moreimpressive.