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    JJ Bakery

    4.0 (551 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Jordan T.

    Entering JJ Bakery is like entering a room full of pillows after a strenuous day. Every pastry has magnificent flavor and variety, which keeps you indecisive until you finally need to make a choice. The service and staff are super friendly and will have you thinking why you've been going to millennial coffee shops in the first place.

    8" Vanilla Chiffon Cake with Strawberry Filling
    Auri L.

    I always come here for celebration cakes! I love taiwanese food! The food is fresh and the pastries are delicious in my opinion. The selections of breads and cakes aren't overly sweet nor bland. The whole cakes can be ordered via phone or in person but has to be made 24 hrs in advance. So let's not rush them, give it 48hr with pickup date and time if possible. The store is always clean and the staff is always welcoming. I will continue to come grab my much needed cake selections.

    Clockwise from top left: Taiwanese egg tart, watermelon slice, wife cake, cupcake, tiger cake
    Bonnie K.

    We come here occasionally for the cake rolls ("watermelon" slice is novel to us) and pastries and happened to be in the area on my mom's birthday. Figured YOLO let's get a cake and drive 15 miles back. Got the most decadent looking one because we shouldn't pass up the opportunity. I need to say wow what an experience. It's like a typical Asian cake with traditional filling (taro and red bean) but not enough to make it weird. I'm not a fan of beans in general (red bean is just ok) and this was very nice. Just enough to add a little texture to the taro flavor. Also all kinds of different fruits on top. Feels luxurious! My parents & bro tend to be on the "ew cake, frosting has too much sugar" side but they all got seconds and finished it. Brother NEVER gets a second slice and he was like, yeah give me another, this is pretty dang good. Would buy again.

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    Lawrence H.

    JJB has a good selection of cakes, bread and pastries. I have tried their bread in the past. Good quality. Today"s visit was for my mom. She wanted Tiramisu ($20.40). I asked my mom why she likes the cakes at JJB. She said their cakes are moist and not overly sweet. Service was friendly and prompt. There is a lot of parking available. However, there's been time when parking has been challenging.

    Cy A.

    In search of a bakery that feels like Asia? Or a place to find a good birthday cake? I would suggest you to try JJ Bakery. When you enter the bakery, you find yourself sorrounded by so many options ranging from cakes to small baked goods. The cashier's wait at the counter after you select your favorite treats. There are savory treats, small and tasty for lunch and sweet treats that are perfect to have for desert. I also love their cakes on display, so colorful and filled with decoration. I have tried a couple of them during birthdays and celebrations. They make their cakes perfect, smooth and soft. As for the baked goods, I would say that I wished there were more savory options. Thank you JJ Bakery for the experiance!

    Carolyn M.

    Fair prices and a great variety of pastries and cakes both individual slices and whole cakes. Came in during the rain and it was still somewhat busy. The quality of the sweet breads is good. I tried the strawberry square and although pretty the cake was dry and sweeter than what I would predict for an Asian bakery. Can't wait to true the strawberry crème brûlée and the matcha roll. Would love to come back for the sliced bread.

    8 inch Vanilla Taro Cake
    Chrystal Y.

    Yesterday, I stopped by JJ Bakery to pick up a birthday cake for my friend, and I'm so glad I did! After browsing through all the beautifully displayed options, I settled on the Vanilla Taro Cake--partly because taro isn't something you come across every day, and also because at $33 for an 8-inch cake, it felt like an excellent value. At first, I was a little hesitant since it didn't look quite as polished or elegant as some of the other cakes (like the gorgeous red bean taro pudding cake), but the staff assured me this one is a customer favorite. I decided to take their advice--and what a win that turned out to be! The cake itself was everything I hoped for: light, moist, and not overly sweet, which is exactly what I look for in an Asian bakery-style cake. The taro paste in the center was just the right amount--smooth, flavorful, and perfectly balanced so it enhanced the cake without overpowering it. Everyone at the party loved it, and honestly, I think it was even better than cakes I've had from other popular spots like 85°C. Since our group has had more than our fair share of cakes from Tous Les Jours and King's Hawaiian, this was such a refreshing and welcome change. The Vanilla Taro Cake made the celebration feel special, and I can already see us coming back to JJ Bakery for more birthday cakes in the future. It's rare to find cakes that are both delicious and a great value, but this one absolutely checked both boxes. Parking: Super easy--classic plaza-style parking, which made the whole experience stress-free. Candles: They included two free red candles, which was thoughtful, but when I asked for extras, they said no. For comparison, places like Tous Les Jours sometimes provide a full candle set and a lighter, but maybe that's why their prices are higher. Just a tip--bring your own candles if you'll need more than two! Overall Experience: 9/10. I'm docking one point for the limited candles and the cake's presentation not being as eye-catching as some others, but everything else was excellent. I'll definitely be back for more cakes here--as long as prices stay this reasonable, JJ Bakery is going to be my go-to.

    Cassandra Y.

    The Service: Angelina was helping me at the counter. Friendly & helpful service. Very welcoming. She was very efficient & multitasking. Great customer service! The Pastry: Their pastry totally reminded me of my childhood in Taiwan!! Very authentic Taiwanese pastry & bread. So many different varieties to choose from. Can't wait to go back again! The Parking: Plaza parking lot

    Marko C.

    Always fun visiting this place. Toms of fresh baked goods. They have some amazing cakes and prepared foods. My favorite here is getting the prepared stink tofu! Staff here are quickly and friendly! Get the mochi with black sesame filling! The white bread is also delish!

    Michelle L.

    wanted to grab a cake for my mom's birthday came in here to check out their selection i've heard their cakes are not on the sweet side, which is exactly what i needed they had a good selection of cakes friendly service and prices of whole cakes were fair i was not confident that they would make the cakes fresh if i were to put in an order for the next day i just had a gut feeling but i placed an order anyways, hoping for the best i came back the next day to pick up the cake. it was boxed up nicely. when i opened the box in my car, it was the same cake as displayed the day prior the edges of the cake were so sad looking i exchanged it for another cake, the vanilla with red bean taro. it came with two candles and a "hbd" sign my mom said she enjoyed it, but to me it was dry and i wont be getting a whole cake from here again but! i did grab a few of the red bean pastries and a chocolate roll. both of those were delicious! great bakery for picking up asian pastries also very clean and organized :) parking: located in the torrance star plaza, lots of parking but on the wknds it gets pretty busy but you can park in the adjacent lot

    JJ Bakery used to be one of my favorites in Torrance. I bought their soft red bean bread, but when I cut it in half and took a bite, I felt like something was missing. I looked inside and was honestly shocked--it was practically empty. I checked the other half just in case, and it was the same story. I don't think I'll be going back for a while.

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    Tony F.

    Large sections of pastries and cakes with Asian touch, generally not too sweat. If you like Taro, I recommend the bread with taro filling, it's made with real taro and tastes great.

    5/24 - Strawberry Mochi
    Helen K.

    Does anyone in Torrance realize how lucky you are to live so close to JJ Bakery? Oh.My.Gosh! Visiting a friend in the South Bay. A GREAT excuse to pick up a few desserts. Pre-ordered the strawberry & Hokkaido to insure they would run out. Strawberry mochi, of course, were chewy on the outside, whole strawberry enrobed in whipped cream. Yup...tastes as good as it looks & sounds. Hokkaido mini cakes-fluffy sponge cake filled with whipped cream. Powdered sugar dusted on top for a bit of sweetness. The thing with most Asian desserts, is they aren't super sweet. Just a hint of sweetness. Thus, sponge cake, with whipped cream, with powdered sugar sounds overly sweet. It's quite the contrary. The egg tart(HK version) & the Portuguese egg tart were yummy too. The HK version with flaky layered crust & the Portuguese with pie crust. Just one critique...no box for the egg tarts? I was in a hurry & didn't notice till I was in the car. A box to protect the delicate pie crust/layered crust was a misstep. Perhaps I need to visit the SoBay more often.

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    Ask the Community - JJ Bakery

    Do you guys have peanut free cake options?

    Most of their cakes do not contain peanuts, but may contain almonds, sesame seeds, etc. Their kitchen is not "nut-free" so there may be cross contamination even if the cake doesn't contain nuts.

    Do they customize cakes for a occasion?

    Yes, but it depends on what/how you want to customize.

    Does this location serve Taiwanese breakfast items?

    Select items between 28 - 32 oz., & item is pre-ordered 3 days in advance. Check their website under "what's new" for menu.

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    Chrome Coffee Studio

    Chrome Coffee Studio

    4.4(319 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    Absolutely love the coconut matcha. The service was fast and the staff is friendly. Overall the…read moreambiance is a vibe.

    I registered an account on yelp PURELY to write about how much I love this place. It's my second…read morehome. Chrome Coffee Studio is doing something amazing. There's no better place in the South Bay to get a HOME RUN Coffee or Matcha experience, complete with a super chill atmosphere and pastries that are out of this world. The owner is the coolest guy on the planet, and he's there all the time, making every single one of his customers feel like family. The thing that keeps me and my wife coming back (besides the unbeatable drink taste and quality) is the warm authentic service. This is key. Every other coffee spot is staffed with people who do not care, put zero effort into the experience, and look like they hate their jobs. But at Chrome? Everybody is stoked to help you have a great experience, whether you're chilling there doing work on your laptop, or stopping by to grab a drink to go. It's love all around, which speaks volumes about the business. Recommended drinks for first timers: Chrome Matcha or the Banana Cream Latte. Unbeatable taste, you won't find anything like it anywhere else in the South Bay. Do yourself a favor and check this place out, you won't find any other place like it.

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    Chrome Coffee Studio - Cream Top, Americano and House Cream. Cappuccino was excellent

    Cream Top, Americano and House Cream. Cappuccino was excellent

    Chrome Coffee Studio - Coconut matcha and Chrome matcha

    Coconut matcha and Chrome matcha

    Chrome Coffee Studio - Banana cream latte

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    Caffe Bene - Egg ham and cheese Sandwhich

    Caffe Bene

    3.5(422 reviews)
    1.4 miHarbor 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.

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    Caffe Bene
    Caffe Bene - Banana Walnut sweet Cake

    Banana Walnut sweet Cake

    Caffe Bene - Banana Matcha Latte and Banana Cream Pie Latte

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    Hisaya Kyoto Roasted Chestnuts - I forgot what's in the box _' Chestnut Fuji Mountain ice cream, iced matcha

    Hisaya Kyoto Roasted Chestnuts

    4.2(464 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    Apparently the theme of the evening was snacking while waiting for dinner. While killing time…read morebefore our table at Momo Paradise, we wandered into this charming little shop devoted almost entirely to chestnuts. One thing was immediately clear: everyone was ordering the snowstorm. Most people seemed to go with either the matcha or the original, though they also had other flavors like sesame. Naturally we followed the crowd and ordered the matcha. It's matcha soft serve topped with chestnuts, and it turned out to be a great little pre-dinner snack -- creamy, earthy, and not overly sweet. What surprised me most was that they carry different types of chestnuts. I preferred the smaller ones, which were softer, more moist, and sweeter. The larger ones were firmer, but you can buy them already peeled, which honestly feels like a luxury if you've ever battled chestnut shells before. It's a quirky specialty shop, but a fun one to browse. And judging by the number of snowstorms coming out of the kitchen, that's clearly the move here.

    I've been wanting to check this place out for some time now…read more I always see it passing down the street and finally got the chance last weekend. Hisaya Kyoto specializes in all things chestnuts, including soft serve chestnuts, and chestnut baked goodies. I came on a hot day and got their vanilla and chestnut soft serve on a cone. I also got one of their chestnut cakes. The ice cream was very creamy and definitely a good treat after my lunch. The small cake was not too sweet and light. It had some sweetened chestnuts inside which was really nice. It came out hot and went well with the ice cream. They also have cookies, donuts, and a variety of ice creams as well. They also have drinks like their chestnut milk too. For soft serve they have their fuji soft serves which comes with toppings. I want to come back to try their other items. The people behind the counter wasn't the friendliest and out items took awhile. The inside is small and casual and not really anywhere to sit. But they do have seating outside. There is plenty of parking since it is on a strip mall.

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    Hisaya Kyoto Roasted Chestnuts - Uji Matcha Tea Hot

    Uji Matcha Tea Hot

    Hisaya Kyoto Roasted Chestnuts - Okinawa Milk Tea & Chestnut Cake

    Okinawa Milk Tea & Chestnut Cake

    Hisaya Kyoto Roasted Chestnuts - Chestnut and vanilla soft serve

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    Nook Coffee Bar - Island Matcha and Lavender Matcha Lattes

    Nook Coffee Bar

    4.6(629 reviews)
    3.1 miHarbor Gateway
    $$

    This coffee bar is a must try! For my first visit, I ordered the Mexican chai latte and it was…read moredelicious! The chai spice mixed in nicely with the Mexican cinnamon chocolate! It did not feel too sweet. The line was long, but it moves quickly and the employees are all very polite. I can't wait to try more!

    Love the nook but sad about today's experience and I'm most likely not coming back for a while…read more Going to come back when I feel a lil' bit better since they do make pretty good beverages matcha or coffee both always come out consistent. Today was mother's day and the Enclave was busy with a lot of people. They were busy too but the time I came, the line was not to the outside window as usual and stayed indoors so it was a steady type of busy. I ordered my island matcha and sat to wait with my dog, until I just noticed the people behind me just getting their drinks first, then another, then another.. A family came in and got greeted, that was cute, probably regulars, their orders were taken and promptly made. Nice. But then the next ones also were getting made--huh? Where's mine? I thought they might have had some online orders? I was still sitting patiently in front of the pick up counter because I didn't want to bother the obviously busy lady that's super locked in. I worked in food before too, so sometimes I get that some tickets go in front of others and the steady locked in flow of the line was really cool to observe but this was a little bit too weird since--oh another one got his drink right after ordering. My husband finally regrouped with me inside because we also had ordered from the Fish grill, the order was done from fish grill, but I was still there wondering what happened to my drink from Nook--maybe syrups needed to be refilled? Maybe steeping tea?? Idk but at this point I was getting sad since I just saw another walk away with their drinks after just ordering. I sigh, my husband asks me what's wrong. I show him my phone showing the receipt of when I ordered and he noticed it's been a while and he also saw another walk away who just ordered with a drink in hand already. So he goes up to ask them if the island matcha came out. A guy from the line sees the order number, goes to their ticket tablet and makes my matcha drink in less than 5 seconds (I mean it, they're super quick). My husband beckons me to grab my matcha and I come up silently to grab it and leave with another sigh. Drink tastes great. Though the just making the drink quickly and not acknowledging/apologizing that something went wrong was kind of sad since I already felt disregarded in the first place. As I walked away I heard that my ticket just somehow didn't show up but sigh. I wish someone checked on me if I was waiting on anything. I know it's on me too for not speaking up, but I trusted the process. I thought they didn't forget about me. I was wrong. I burnt my favorite mixing bowl today, we got turned away from my fav restaurant for lunch because they were full and we just happened to be the one behind the last queue that got accepted today. I made yucky bitter matcha today. Went here to make my day better but it added more fuel to the fire. :C Sigh. See you in a while Nook. Me sad. Happy Mother's day to all moms today though.

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    Nook Coffee Bar - Inside - pick up counter

    Inside - pick up counter

    Nook Coffee Bar - Matcha Latte & a Cinnamon Roll.

    Matcha Latte & a Cinnamon Roll.

    Nook Coffee Bar - Clean and open floor plan.

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    Clean and open floor plan.

    Okrumong - Gold Snow Bowl

    Okrumong

    4.0(481 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    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.

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    Okrumong - Imside

    Imside

    Okrumong - OG Snow Bowl Combo ($15.75)

    OG Snow Bowl Combo ($15.75)

    Okrumong - Gold Snow Bowl & Taiyaki

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