Got their seasonal/new drink, the Blueberry Sparkling Espresso (I believe that's what it was…read morecalled). I got it less sweet, which was good, but unfortunately I didn't really taste much of the blueberry. It was still a really refreshing drink for a hot day though. The espresso was strong, which was a plus because it definitely kept me awake. The inside was cute with plenty of seating, making it a nice place to get some work done. Parking is easy, and the service was friendly. They also have a kiosk where you can place your order, which makes things convenient. They have many other drinks that look really intriguing so i'll definitely be back to try the other drinks!

The longer I ponder, the more I realize how great this place is…read more Their staff and their offerings are top shelf across the board. The mix of the crowd is fantastic and wonderfully diverse -- you'll see solo students, friends, and couples of all ages. If everyone had a place like this in their life, the world would be infinitely more pleasant. It's hard to find a seat at times but never impossible. Parking has never been a hassle. Get the cortada. Have a canele.

Came back to give First Flight Coffee another chance, and it delivered! It seems like the café…read morechanged the recipe for their First Flight matcha, as it's a lot stronger and thicker than what I had before. Now, it's one of the top matcha einspänners I enjoy! I approve of First Flight! PS I really love the aviation-theme of the café, with screens showing flights in real-time. Very cool concept!

2.5 stars $7.25 for…read moretheir French toast latte... and it didn't even taste like French toast! I thought this was at least going to taste like a French toast latte if not have some cinnamon toast crunch on top or something. It was very bitter and left a horrible after taste in my mouth. The cold foam was tasty but it didn't blend with the drink at all so it's kind of moot and no matter how rigorously I stirred it did not blend. The coffee and bottom really had no flavor other than bitter. Not sure if this is a fluke or this place just isn't for me. I don't think I can condone the price anyways but then for it to not taste good was a pretty big letdown.

This coffee bar is incredible, there is almost always a wait (especially during noon so prepare for…read morethat) but it's always 100% worth it. Their coffee is phenomenal. I have gone with a few people many times and our favorites are: the Spanish latte, Mexican Chai, Chai Latte, and Mocha Latte. The Spanish latte is especially good, and the Chai latte is the best I have had in my life it's so well made. The Mexican Chai I can only describe as a cinnamon heaven with the best Chai base flavor ever. The Mocha latte is heavy in the best way possible, it's super strong and I love it. The best part I think for all the drinks is the baristas do not hold back on the coffee, and you always get your moneys worth. None of it is water down, and it's such a great pick me up. I can't really speak on the Matcha cause no one in my group has tried it since we aren't really big Matcha enjoyers. But I have been told that the strawberry Matcha is transcendent and absolutely fantastic. They have a bunch of Matcha flavor options as well, which would be amazing if I was a Matcha connoisseur, but unfortunately, I'm not . So I can't really speak well on that yet, but have only told fantastic things about it. The workers are all kind and work really fast so you get your drinks really quickly even though the line is pretty long. I will say the best time to go and get drinks is around in the morning when they open around 7:30 on the weekends. Again I have to restate wait is always 100% worth it for the amazing quality drinks you will get. I also forgot to mention the fact, you can customize your drinks to have different types of milk and they also have a bunch of other vegan food options as well. I think this is amazing even though my group doesn't really get those options, because I've been told even when people change out the milk, it taste the exact same, which I think is absolutely incredible. (Side note I may update this when I take a photo next time I go because I always forget to before I put on the top on and start drinking ) The experience is great. The drinks are absolutely incredible and the workers are very nice and very helpful.5/5 stars

My experience at this Torrance coffee shop on a rainy Saturday afternoon was fairly pleasant! The…read moreplace was busy, and I ordered the Island Matcha, which was excellent. Made with coconut, macadamia syrup, and oat milk by default, it had a perfectly balanced, tropical flavor--great for vegans or the lactose intolerant. However, it's not the best spot for working or studying. The WiFi was so slow that I had to use my personal hotspot, and the seating consists of benches and mini tables that aren't comfortable for long periods. There are a few outlets, but you have to cross the street to a food court to use the bathroom. They have a shared parking lot out front. I'll definitely be back for the Island Matcha, but not to get work done!

Best fresh strawberry milk shaved ice in South Bay, California…read more Artistically made, most of all natural strawberries with a condensed milk flavor. Strawberries & puree drizzled on top. So refreshing, better than Hawaiian syrup shaved ice. More natural.

I've been a customer at Okrumong for the past six years, and I've always enjoyed the quality of…read moretheir bingsu and taiyaki. Unfortunately, my visit on July 25 was a completely different experience. The black sesame bingsu had a strong pepper-like taste, making it unpleasant to eat. On top of that, the taiyaki we ordered didn't arrive until about 30 minutes later, so we no longer had time to enjoy it at the restaurant and had to take it to-go. When we politely brought up the taste of the bingsu with an employee (a young man with glasses and shoulder-length hair), he became defensive, spoke to us rudely, and walked away in the middle of the conversation before we could finish explaining the issue. At that point, we weren't even complaining about the delayed taiyaki. We simply wanted to let them know something seemed wrong with the dessert. We did eventually receive an apology for the delayed taiyaki, but only after we asked about the reason for the delay. The employee explained that he had mixed up our order with another table. I've supported Okrumong for years, which makes this experience especially disappointing. Everyone makes mistakes, and a delayed order or a food quality issue can happen. What really stood out was how the situation was handled. I hope the management takes customer service more seriously, because this visit was far below the standard I've come to expect from Okrumong.

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

My favorite go to place for MATCHA EINSPANNER. They use ceremonial grade matcha and you can taste…read moreit. The topping is delicious. The quality and time and effort put into the drinks is there. The pastries are decent too. They are able to warm them. Theyre usually not busy when I come so they tend to make the drinks fast. There's some tables you can hang out and work too as there is also wifi. Not a ton of sitting room but very good vibes. Parking can be tight as there's only a tiny lot but near a dry cleaners, subway and a couple other shops.

I was in the area and was looking for a place to study/work. This popped up, looked at their menu,…read moreand got intrigued with their Mango Sticky Matcha and croissants. I got there close to 6pm and everyone was so nice. The lady that took my order was friendly and welcoming. I got their Mango Sticky Matcha. It was pretty interesting. Loved that it has a rich matcha flavor and mango sticky flavor didn't overpower the drink. If anything, it complimented well with the matcha. I love it and would absolutely order it again. Unfortunately, they didn't have any pastries left other than a couple bagels. I wanted to try their croissants but maybe next time when I'm in the area again. The place is super clean and organized. They have a wifi, an outlet, a couple tables for single or multiple customers as well as comfy couches. The restroom was also clean and smells great. Highly recommend this place. Not only was I able to complete so many tasks but was also able to just relax. Loved the vibe here!

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.

We went to Cool Beans for breakfast on a weekend. It's located in a strip mall with plenty of…read moreparking. There's seating indoors and outdoors. Upon entering, you immediately see a case of Honey Cake slices. It looks so gorgeous and tempting, we had to order! It was unique in texture and had a perfect amount of sweetness. The layers are very impressive too! We got the pancakes too which are made of farmers cheese, which were a hit for our group! The service is incredibly kind and friendly here. It's just a couple of people working on the food and taking orders, so important to be patient, but everything came out quite fast! Definitely recommend stopping here for a coffee or a sweet treat!

Walk in and you can order on the kiosk (with photos) OR order at the front counter with the staffs!…read moreWe ordered and got our drinks within 10 minutes. They'll call your number! Double matcha - always a good drink to grab on the go! My go to matcha drink. It's not too sweet so it's perfect! Black Sesame cream coffee - sesame and coffee were perfectly balanced! If you like sesame, this is a good drink for you. Yes, it is sweet! Lucky bloom - i believe this was a limited time drink! We managed to get it. They had to check with the back to see if they can still make it. It was light with a bit of sweetness with the herbs they put in! Recommend if you want to grab something light! Pastries - many options! Id have to come back for these Seating - lots of tables and chairs. Theres wifi here so lots of people on their laptops and working. Parking - huge lot! Wont have an issue finding spots.

I love finding new coffee spots in the SouthBay! MAI Coffee & Tea House is tucked in a busy…read moreshopping center in Gardena. Plenty of parking, which is always a win. The cafe itself is super cute - modern vibes, lots of indoor seating and some outdoor tables too. I came for coffee but had no clue what to get. Was eyeing the brown sugar one but the lady at the counter warned me it's reallly strong. She suggested the marble drip iced coffee instead. It was alright, still a bit too strong for my taste though.