Honestly, this review is long overdue. I've been coming to Nagomi Bakehouse for years, and I'm…read morefinally getting around to writing about it! The strawberry cake and cream puffs are popular for a reason. The strawberry cake is light, fluffy, and not overly sweet, and the cream puffs are just as good. Definitely understand the hype around these two. I also love the hojicha cream cake. The roasted tea flavor gives it a nice depth and balances out the creaminess without making it too sweet. If you're a hojicha fan, this one is worth trying. Overall, Nagomi is one of those spots I keep coming back to when I'm craving Japanese-style desserts. Everything feels light and balanced rather than overly sugary. A Gardena favorite for a reason!

Truly wonderful!…read more Perhaps the best Japanese bakery in SoCal. The strawberry cake is a perfect balance of creamy fluffy goodness. They accommodated us on short notice, not that I encourage you to do the same. :-)

The best cakes in USA! I love how ladies in the front are…read moreso very nice, so warm and very authentic. Worth the price. All my birthday cakes are from bonjour in my house.

When I first came here fifteen years ago, I had some memorable bites here. I don't find myself in…read morethe south bay often during their work hours; however, I think their profiteroles are a must have. I'm also a sucker for their custard puff, where they pump in a little of their whipped pastry cream into a chiffon cake. They offer some other cakes and cookies here and flavors are lightly sweet (Asian sweet), which is different than what you'd find at King's Hawaiian or Torrance Bakery. I really like this spot and I love that their profiteroles are just as delicious as I remembered, but fifteen years later.

If you're only coming here for the conchas, you're missing out! While their conchas get a lot of…read moreattention, their flans and cakes deserve just as much recognition. I stopped by on a Friday early afternoon to pick up a flan for my daughter's birthday celebration. There was no wait, and the customer service was friendly and welcoming. I decided on the cheesecake flan, and it absolutely did not disappoint! It was rich, creamy, and the perfect combination of cheesecake and flan. Everyone at the celebration had a slice and loved it--there wasn't a single piece left over! That says it all. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of their cakes and desserts. Highly recommend if you're looking for something delicious for a special occasion or just to satisfy your sweet tooth!

I have been to this location twice. The first time, I tried their strawberry crunch concha. It was…read morereally delicious, but pretty messy to eat because the crumbs on top kept falling apart. On my second and most recent visit, I tried their vanilla and chocolate conchas. I really liked both of these classic flavors. They weren't too sweet, and the conchas were freshly made and still warm when I got them. They pair really well with hot coffee. I haven't tried the coffee here because I usually like eating my concha with black coffee, creamer, and Splenda. I also love dipping my concha in my coffee, so I picked up a hot coffee from McDonald's next door instead. Customer service is good, and the staff have been pleasant both times I've visited. However, during my last visit, only one staff member was working. I went in the morning before work, so it was during the breakfast rush. I had to wait about 10 minutes just to place my order because he was taking orders and preparing the food, and the two people ahead of me had ordered a big box of conchas. It wasn't his fault, and I honestly felt bad that he was working by himself. I hope management makes sure there is enough staff, especially during the busy hours.

Sakura‑Ya is one of those Gardena institutions that doesn't need neon signs, trendy décor, or…read moreInstagram bait. It's a family‑run mochi shop that's been quietly perfecting the art of handmade mochi and manju for decades. You walk in, grab your treats, and walk out feeling like you just stepped through a time portal into old‑school G‑Town sweetness. I ordered several varieties of mochi and manju to go, and every piece tasted like someone's grandma woke up at dawn to make sure your day started right. Soft, chewy, fresh, each bite has that unmistakable "made with love" energy. Nothing fancy, nothing flashy, just pure craftsmanship. Vintage to the core. This place has that old‑school Japanese bakery charm, minimal, humble, and frozen in time in the best way possible. It's grab‑and‑go, no frills, no fuss. The kind of place where the walls could tell stories if they wanted to, but they're too polite to interrupt your mochi moment. Those who know this spot... know. It's one of those Gardena classics that locals speak about with a little pride and a little nostalgia. Service was excellent, warm, quick, and genuine. You can feel the family's heart in the way they greet you, pack your order, and keep this place running year after year. They're not trying to be trendy; they're trying to make you happy, one perfect piece of mochi at a time. Plenty of street parking. Easy in, easy out. No drama. Sakura‑Ya is a reminder that great food doesn't need flash, just skill, tradition, and heart. Every piece of mochi and manju tastes like a small pleasure crafted by people who genuinely care. If you grew up around Gardena or have been exploring its food scene for years, this place hits you right in the nostalgia. "A classic. A staple. A sweet little time machine." "Enjoying life one bite at a time!" Miguel C.

An absolute hole-in-the-wall type place that my friend Cindy introduced me to. She knew that I…read morerecently moved to the South Bay area and wanted to take me here after our little lunch date. I was so surprised by the location because from the outside, it looks a little run down and I don't imagine myself stumbling across this place unless if I was looking real hard for it, but I was so happy to have come here. First off, I've heard not from my friend Cindy but also another friend that this is probably the most tastiest, hand-made mochi spot. They have an array of delicious mochi desserts ranging from matcha flavored to the more generic snow mochi with red bean as well. I was stuffed from my lunch but managed to grab three different types of mochi and I cannot wait to go back again to try the other flavors. We found parking on the main street, but also noticed that there's a neighborhood in the back where you can park and walk over.

This bakery, although a great distance from us, is my bfs favorite little bakery. It is where he…read morewas bought cakes for his bdays as a child. So... why not bring that reminder in celebration of that special day. A yummy, simple cake with almonds dressed along side. This cake is filled with both bananas and strawberries and very fairly priced. I didn't place an order, but instead walked in and they have a few cakes ready to go. Very easy to finds parking located behind the building and very friendly workers. Thank you Sweeties for making his bday a special one.

Good morning, Yesterday it was my son Andres 15th birthday,…read moreand I purchased a cake specifically requesting that it say "Happy Birthday Andres." Unfortunately, Annabelle, who I believe is the owner, misspelled my son's name and wrote "Andrea" instead. When we arrived at the restaurant and opened the cake, my son saw the mistake and started crying. It was his 15th birthday, a very special milestone, and something as simple as getting his name right would have meant so much to him. I understand that mistakes happen, and I would have been more understanding if the situation had been handled with kindness and professionalism. However, when I called the following day to explain what happened, Annabelle told me there was nothing she could do, that it had already happened, and that I needed to deal with it because it was a new day. She also told me there was nothing she could do to make my son feel better. I never expected anyone to turn back time, but I did expect some understanding, an apology, or at least an acknowledgment of the disappointment this caused. As a mother, it was heartbreaking to see my son cry on his birthday over something that could have easily been avoided. Mistakes happen in every business, but the way a customer is treated when bringing a concern forward says a lot about that business. I believe customers deserve to be treated with respect and compassion, especially when a mistake affects such a special occasion. I am extremely disappointed not only by the mistake itself but also by the lack of care and professionalism shown when I tried to address it. This is not how a customer should be treated, and I hope you take this feedback seriously so that other families do not have to experience the same disappointment.

Cream Pan is such a great addition to the South Bay. The space is so clean, bright, and spacious,…read moremaking it a really nice spot to sit and relax. They have an amazing selection of Japanese-French pastries, savory sandos, and grab-and-go items. Our favorite is the famous strawberry custard croissants. They are absolutely legendary, perfectly flaky, and not overwhelmingly sweet. We always get a tray when we're visiting friends. It's a wonderful treat to take to an event. Parking is easy out front and I'm noticing they are always expanding their menu of offerings. The counter service is super efficient, and the lines move fast even when they're busy. I've never had to wait in line long.

Ambiance: it's Cream Pan's location in South Bay, they have a private parking lot attached to the…read moreestablishment, spacious inside, good for takeout and quick bite Service: friendly and efficient, it could get very busy during rush hours, but overall it's organized Food & Drink: standard cream pan items Strawberry Croissant - *** a bit disappointing as their signature, tasted old and not crispy Matcha Tiramisu - **** creamy and sweet, recommend White Chocolate Mocha - *** average taste Price: decent quality and reasonable prices, expect less than $20 for two pastries and one drink

Branching out to different coffee joints in Gardena and Smoking Tiger definitely impressed! Plenty…read moreof good options drink wise and even solid pastries and small bites. So far have tried the Tiger Latte, Banana Milk Latte, and the signature Coconut Matcha (hella good if you're into Matcha). All made with distinct flavors that you can't taste without being diluted by the ice and has a good kick of caffeine to keep you going. Even tried a couple of scones, the ube and cinnamon honey. Ube is top so far with their blend of macadamia nut imbedded in the pastry. Ordered through the app but the service is always pleasant from the staff. Always friendly and never delayed. Great space to work in as well as there's plenty of sitting areas for you and your group. Overall will be back for more!

Went there around 8:00am on a Saturday and they barely had any bread out and had to wait for the…read moresalt bread to finish baking. We ordered 5 breads each and one batch was finished baking and instead of giving us some fresh bread as they come out they waited until everything was done baking which was another 30 minutes (even though they said 10 minutes) and thennn they stuffed all 10 breads into one box. All the salty garlic breads stuffed with the sweet ones. Appalling. I had to ask for another box and they couldn't even be bothered to help us. The salt breads themselves were good but the service was so appalling bad that I don't think it's worth your time or money or effort getting there. Original: good but didn't have it fresh Cream cheese garlic: I usually don't like sweetness in my savory items but this was pretty good K-cheese dog: this tasted more like bbq Hot honey pep: pretty good but not hot at all Coffee: my least favorite. Couldn't taste much coffee flavor at all Triple choco: this got ruined bc they mushed the savory and sweet together so it tasted like garlic choco Hodduk: pretty good a little on the sweeter side but I liked it Squid ink matcha: just a squid ink bread with white chocolate matcha on top. No filling. It's good but was hoping for more matcha flavor. Ube: the inside has sweet potato stuffing which is good but also not ube. Not to mention we ordered the san blanc and pear milk tea. The san blanc was actually very good but the pear milk tea barely had any pear flavor and the tea flavor was also very watered down. I asked for some pear syrup and lowkey it made it worse bc it just tasted like sweet milk.

OG Giuliano's is the BEST! We don't live close any more, but when in the area (or sometimes we…read morejust make a special drive), it is a MUST stop! Great sandwiches (quality and quantity), great deli, great breads, great grocery items, great cookies, etc. Prices are very reasonable. Service, amazing, helpful, friendly, and very efficient. On lunch hours, they know how to get people in and out quickly! Today I stopped in for sandwiches (Crushed Meatball, Roast Beef, and the OG Torpedo). Breads very fresh and soft! Meats and veggies, very fresh. Also picked up some bakery items (including bread) and no trip is complete without Guiliano's condiments! Sold many places, but the OG has the complete line. My family loves the Jalapeno spread!

Everything that you would expect. Good was great…read moreService excellent Food cost more but I expected it would

Fresh donuts, great selection of coffee, awesome cream cheese filled croissants, killer sandwiches,…read morecozy corner vibes. Service was great and quick. TMJ Café & Dough is that Gardena spot you hit once and suddenly you're a regular. Simple, warm, and always satisfying. Miguel C.

Had a very bad experience eating at this place. Ordered an omelette which was a "make my own"…read moreingredients omelette, and I asked for hash browns, which the lady said will go inside the omelette. I said that's fine. Upon getting the omelette, there were no hash browns in the omelette. I told her that they didn't put any hash browns in the omelette and I wanted a $3 refund, which was how much extra $ was charged for the hash browns that I never got. She argued with me and yelled at me, and got the chef to argue and yell at me, insisting the hash browns were indeed in the omelette. I continued to yell back at them, explaining that there were absolutely no hash browns in my omelette and I want a refund for the hash browns immediately. Finally, after making me yell and argue with them for probably 3 minutes in front of the whole restaurant, she finally agreed to refund the $3. Horrible service, and dishonest. They tried everything they could to not give me a refund when there was no hash browns and I paid for them. Worst service ever.

So delicious! I had a butter croissant, a cinnamon roll and one of the best cups of coffee I've…read moreever had. Looking forward to an apple turnover or chocolate croissant on my next visit, which might be tomorrow! It's Just a pickup window, so (alas) it's not the place to luxuriate with friends. But the baked goods make up for it, Very friendly counter person.

Getting your car worked on isn't usually how you discover a good French-style bakery, but that's…read moreexactly how I ended up at Frogs Organic Bakery. I tried the honeycomb apple pastry, which was light, airy, and nicely flaky. I would have enjoyed a little more apple filling, but overall it was still very good. The croissant was also good - light and flaky, and a simple cup of coffee made for a nice pairing. It's a small, tucked-away spot with the bakery operating in the back, giving it a bit of a hidden industrial-area bakery feel. The woman helping us was especially friendly and helpful. A nice little find and an easy stop for coffee and a fresh pastry.