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

The BEST Matcha in the South Bay! Everything is amazing, the Matcha is not too bitter or too sweet…read more There is sometimes a line, but it is totally worth it and doesn't take that long. The inside is small, but definitely has space to sit down and chat. Parking: On Site (Lot) What We Ordered: Banana Cream Matcha and Matcha Latte Food: Pastries Drinks: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Vibe/Atmosphere: Casual Wait Time: 10 minutes Favorite Item: BANANA MATCHA LATTE Overall Experience: 10/10 Would I Return?: YES

* matcha foam drinks * quick service…read more * free parking but slightly hard * sweet drinks There is always a line when I come here. I think this shop is mostly known for their sweet drinks. I didn't personally like their americano and I was shocked that they don't serve drip coffee after a certain time. Their specialties are sweet drinks. Mostly the matcha and foams. And it's pretty good~ I can see why people like their matcha foam I have been into espresso tonic. They have a yuzu eapresso tonic. Not my favorite so I have to ask to get their yuzu epresso tonic without the yuzu haha because they don't have a regular espresso tonic in their menu They have indoor seating but it's not really comfortable since it's surrounded by the line that wraps around it.

Cafe Dulce is a nice spot to stop by when you're looking for a good coffee and something to eat. I…read moredon't drink coffee I wanted to go for the pastries that I didn't even end up ordering but based on what my sister told me - it is good coffee. The cafe has a casual atmosphere that makes it a good option for a quick breakfast, study/work session or a relaxed coffee break. We ordered Obang ttaek with nutella filling and a couple iced coffees. I've never had Obang but they came out so hot the box it came in was sweating. Unexpectedly they smell exactly like a bolillo would. Now there wasn't a line when we got there and our order took less than 10 minutes. I did notice it was really full so if you want to grab a seat it is going to be hard. Overall, a nice cafe to have in the Torrance area. I'd recommend giving it a try if you're looking for a casual spot to grab coffee and satisfy a craving for something sweet or savory. I'm for sure going to come back to try some of their pastries.

Cute coffee shop on Sepulveda Blvd in Torrance. It is located in a strip mall with a few other…read morebusinesses. Plenty of parking was available on a Saturday morning in August. Was early to meet a friend and asked the cashier about some decaf beverages. The Misugaru smoothie sounded interesting. It is a roasted Korean multi grain powdered, creamy, lightly sweetened blend with milk. I chose almond milk as the base. It was okay, a bit too grainy and probably could have used more time mixing. Would give it 3 stars. My friend treated me to a pesto Danish which I saved for later. I actually purchased one for the hubby to try later as well. Very good! I like savory treats. It's a nice, local coffee shop. It's a bit loud inside as it is bustling w/many customers. There is limited seating outside. I would stop by again to pick up some pesto Danishes and try a different beverage.

this is literally my favorite matcha spot ever. and all of the employees are so kind as well. not…read moreto mention it's a perfect study spot.

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.

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.

Went for the first time today and it was great…read more I got the French Toast Latte with bananarama syrup added to it; suggested by Emily, who was super helpful and lovely btw. It was bomb and tasted slightly buttery. I also got one of the bagels. They make the bagels in house and you can tell. Plus they stack the toppings and don't short anything, which is nice. The cafe is quiet with decent seating and super chill. Thank-you again to Emily for the great service [: I'll be back.

Solid coffee, great sweets and good music. Chocolate chip cookies which they source from Nonna's in…read moreLB is a must-try as is the grilled cheese with tomato! Service is only weak spot. Took 26 minutes for grilled cheese when relatively unbusy and they also forgot one of our coffee drinks (it was just 3 of us). Also, given selective flagging of questions and reviews to Yelp, adjusting my overall rating and don't think we'll be supporting this business going forward. UPDATE: Business flagged a question for removal. Adjusting rating to reflect selective editing of reviews/questions.

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

I had some time to kill before an appointment so I decided to stop by Amai to get a matcha…read more I came by around 3pm on a Wednesday and there was plenty of parking available in the small lot. I was greeted when I arrived and there are menus by the cash register. They have a pretty wide selection of drinks and different flavors of matcha but I decided on banana. I usually like to get banana matcha from Da Vien but Amai's is just as good if not better! Maybe I was imagining things but I think I tasted real banana in there. It was perfectly sweetened and creamy without going overboard. There was dried banana on top which I also love. I used their restroom which they have one of in the back of the cafe. It's clean and well maintained. I will definitely be back to try the mango matcha next time.

This is hands down one of the best coffee shops I've ever had!!…read more I got the French toast latte and while I don't like super sweet coffees, I do like my coffee on the slightly sweet side. I was worried I needed to get it extra sweet but it was the perfect amount of sweet to milk to coffee ratio. My husband got the pumpkin cold brew and usually I'm not a cold brew fan, but this one was pretty good. The shop's theme is a cute little flight theme! There's a few seats inside and a parking lot outside.

Way more people than I anticipated at 11am on a Saturday. Get there way earlier if you don't want…read moreto wait in such a long line and time. It's small inside so you might be waiting outside too. Probably took almost 30 minutes for two drinks. Parking is super tight, so you better hope you just luck out with a spot during that time. Despite the wait, the drinks are delicious. Banana Cream Latte was freaking tasty. Not too sweet with a bold coffee flavor.

Stopped by Offset for a quick caffeine pick-me-up. The shop was empty on a Saturday afternoon, and…read morethe baristas were eager to help. I appreciated their energy and the brightness of the shop. The menu is pretty standard for a classic coffee shop. I ordered the iced matchata with oat milk, which definitely hit the spot. It was a great mix between matcha, which is typically bitter, and horchata, which can at times be sickeningly sweet. The blend of the two in this drink was pleasant and not too sweet. There is a small parking lot that the shop shares with a few neighboring shops. Most people seemed to grab their online orders and go. If you're in the area and craving a solid caffeine stop, this is a great place.

While in the area, I stopped by to grab a quick morning coffee and a bite to go. I ordered the…read moreHazelnut Iced Latte and the Egg Salad Toast. Unfortunately, the coffee was very mediocre. It was overly milky, watery, and packed with syrup - I couldn't taste the actual coffee at all. I definitely don't recommend it. The toast was also a disappointment, as it was way too salty. Given the high price and the establishment's strong overall rating, I expected a much better experience. To make matters worse, the service was nonexistent. The employee working seemed completely unhappy to be there.

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!

I gotta give props to the locals for this one! I asked my friend whom I was visiting, for a…read morerecommendation of where to get coffee that is not a chain. I came on a Saturday afternoon, not looking at any reviews or Yelp tips. As mentioned in other reviews, the line was out the door. I told my friend "I am extra introverted and impatient today but that coffee smells so good." That was when the person in front of me turned around and said "I am so sorry. I don't mean to be listening but I just wanted to let you know it is so worth it." She proceeds to tell me a little more about Nook and the other locations and her favorite drinks. I ended up getting TWO drinks for me and kouign aman. The island matcha is something I have never had before. It is matcha with coconut milk and macadamia nut syrup. It is not too sweet and absolutely refreshing. It does have a very strong coconut water taste so for those who love fresh coconut water, this is for you. Honey lavender lattes are one of my favorite drinks and this one is just delicious and would make me come back to Torrance Nook for this drink. The floral taste is smooth and complements well with the honey. The coffee is robust but smooth. The kouign aman was okay. It was a little dry for my liking. With all that said, yes, I can see what Nook is well loved. The baristas were very friendly and made the drinks with craftsmanship and care. The line moved along nicely but it seemed like I got my drinks in a very timely manner. The shop itself is bright and open with a few spots in the bench to sit. Most of the seating is outside. This place seems like more of a place to hangout casually with friends than being a place to work. Thanks to the local patron who convinced me to wait in the long line.