I came here mainly for the matcha latte and ended up loving both the drinks and the pastries. The…read morematcha tasted smooth, creamy, and high quality without being too bitter or overloaded with sugar, which is surprisingly hard to find sometimes. The pastries were also really good and tasted fresh, not like they'd been sitting out all day. Everything in the display case looked amazing, so narrowing it down was honestly the hardest part. I also liked the atmosphere -- cozy, calm, and perfect for sitting down for a while with coffee and something sweet. It's definitely the kind of café I could see myself coming back to regularly.

Quite possibly the smallest but tastiest tea latte I've ever had…read more I've got no problem paying $6 for a large tea latte, but this one was on the small side. The very small side. But - I gotta say - so creamy and so good. They have several types of tea lattes; I opted for the London Fog, no sweetner. This was also my first time visiting the Japanese Village Plaza. How had I never been here before? I love the concept of the whole plaza (review forthcoming). From Cafe Dulce, I also tried the green tea roti. Interesting! I'd never had one before. I might try the OG version next time, but I'm super happy I tried it! 2026: 34/100

While I love these cookies, the banana cake is my favorite! I've also tried the burrata sandwich…read moreand I liked it! The staff is incredibly friendly and theline moves up quickly. Love this place when I'm in the neighborhood! Id love to see some chairs and tables in the future ;)

My friend and I talked to Sabrina and she was the sweetest! We saw the cookies being made and the…read moresmell in the store was unlike anything I've ever experienced! Definitely worth a try!

it's my second time back and I am still in love with their pastries and now they have capybara…read moredecorations. even after a year their pastries are still consistent and delicious. their pastries are still flaky and not too oily or sweet. We went on a weekday around 11am and there was still a good selection of pastries, but sadly some were sold out already. elderflower rhubarb danish (4.5/5): one of their brunch specials and it was delightfully tart but sweet at the same time. the flavors really balanced each other out. passion fruit cruffin (4.8/5): my favorite from this visit. you can really taste the passion fruit and it was tart and sweet but not too sweet. very balanced flavor. if anything I wish they had added more passion fruit. garlic chive knot (4/5): another one of their brunch specials. also pretty good but I just wish there was more garlic and chives. the flavor was more mild than I'd prefer but it was still good. parking: small parking lot but there is street parking options available. seating: good amount of outdoor seating I think shared with the rest of the plaza but it wasn't too busy when I went. **when adding an update to my 2025 review I accidentally removed the original pastry photo from then so I had to add it back in **

Been eyeing this spot for quite some time. Parking is easy they have a parking lot but very limited…read morespace, parking on York Blvd didn't seem to have any restrictions either. Not too sure how weekend parking is, I visited on a Wednesday around noon. Neighborhood residential street might be a good option for parking on Avenue 47 but street sweeping (No Parking) is from 8-10am Wednesday on one side and Thursday on the other side. Orange Blossom Almond Croissant -personally was disgusting, orange blossom was extremely strong. Too fragrant that it tasted like a floral bath bomb or soap. Some do like this but it wasn't for me. Tofu Cloud Croissant Toast -cream on top was pretty salted, to help balance the carnalized sugar that helps press the croissant into a toast. Overall, it wasn't wasn't bad but wasn't good and slightly too salted. Passionfruit Croiffin- texture of the croissant/muffin was great! Buttery, flaky and light. Passionfruit cream filling wasn't too sweet. I loved the tart passionfruit seeds. But you might want to scoop some out if you don't enjoy too much sourness. Elderflower Rhubarb Danish - way too crunchy, would prefer it to be crispy instead of a crunch. Filling was good, not too sweet. Black Sesame Parisian Flan -if you love black sesame, this would be right up your alley. Perfect sweet treat to bring to any auntie's home! Blueberry Tea Scone -not too dense. Surprisingly not too sweet even with the demerara sugar coating. It wasn't really crunchy but more sticky and caramelized from sitting.

Pork shimai 9/10 light flavor but authentic, more like a banh bao shimai vs the punch of a actual…read moreshimai dumpling Banana matcha 10/10 really good banana foam, blended well with the matcha that is slightly sweetened. Perfect amount of sweetness not too sweet Lavender latte 6/10 I like better buzz better, might be cuz their sweetener froze or dropped to the bottom. But flavor is there just not as sweet Japani 10/10 pesto is really good and worth as a light snack Line moves quickly and they got everything out in like 1 min It's in a hotel lobby which is interesting but they have some seats and a nicely decorated entrance Literally walked by and caught my eye while on the way to a different shop, super glad we went here instead

Went to little tokyo for the Okonomiyaki and somehow ended up here and the baked goods were…read moreheavenly. we ordered one kobo kuma and one chocolate emoji. They were both so soft and good. we also ordered one cold brew with bananafoam and it was also good. there was line to but the staff were quick and informative. Small coffee shop, so it gets packed quickly. They were on a collaboration with cinnamon-roll so it was all bluey and cute. overall i'd go back again to enjoy the food.

Went here with my girlfriend on a Saturday morning just looking for something sweet and a little…read moredifferent from our usual spots. Pretty glad we stumbled across this place because everything we tried was really good. We got a couple of pastries and a croissant and honestly they were all pretty solid. The croissant especially was really buttery and flaky, hit the spot for sure. I will say that everything looked almost too good to eat but we managed. No complaints at all on the quality, you can tell they put a lot of care into what theyre making. The staff was pretty nice and helpful when we were trying to figure out what to order since we couldnt really decide. Not a huge deal but it was a busy morning and things moved along pretty smoothly. Overall pretty great little bakery. If youre looking for a spot to grab some quality pastries and maybe a coffee this is definitely worth checking out. Would definitely come back next time were in the area.

Sadly they don't accept discover…read more Outdoor seating with 6 tables and plenty of chairs. Great place to people watch, eat cake and grab a cup of coffee. Champignon: Hazelnut crunch at the bottom with hazelnut creme. The mushroom cap had a small layer of sponge cake and hazelnut creme on top. Lychee rose: Very light on lychee flavor, there's a combination of lychee and a light rose scent. It's layered with sponge cake, 2 layers of jelly. Sweetness similar to Asian cake.

I stopped by for a quick coffee and ended up spending way too much time deciding what to order…read morebecause the pastry selection looked so good. There were so many options, and everything in the display case looked fresh and tempting. The pastries I tried were really delicious -- soft, flavorful, and not overly sweet. It felt like the kind of bakery where people actually care about quality instead of just making things look pretty. The vibe inside was cozy and relaxed, which made it easy to slow down for a bit and enjoy everything. It's definitely the kind of place I'd come back to whenever I want good pastries and coffee without going somewhere overly trendy or complicated.

Before going back to Vegas on a Saturday morning, my husband and I decided to stop by Yamazaki…read moreBakery in LA! Located in the Japanese Village Plaza in downtown Los Angeles, Yamazaki Bakery is one of the many popular destinations for people who are interested in trying Japanese style baked products and snack foods. The legacy of this bakery in the LA area represents an intersection of traditional Japanese baked products and LA style food preferences! Some of their menu items include limited to soft bread loaves, sweet pastries, as well as savory steamed buns. It is also one of the many places you can stop at while shopping or dining at the many other shops and restaurants in Little Tokyo. The menu at Yamazaki Bakery is one that is most notable! There are a variety of baked goods available at Yamazaki (e.g., the green tea roll cake and the strawberry cream roll), there are also other classic options like (e.g., cream puffs, matcha cream puffs) in addition to the some other unique options at Yamazaki (i.e., the curry filled bun, the nikuman steamed buns, and the jalapeno cheese dog). In addition to these traditional options, the light fare offered by the bakery (e.g., the fruit cream sandwich) provides a viable alternative as well! There is a second location in South San Pedro Street with similar lineup of fresh breads and treats. While we visited Yamazaki Bakery, we ended up getting the following Apple Cheesecake Baked Cheesecake Curry Bun The apple cheesecake and the baked cheesecake tasted very similar. There was a lemon base to both cheesecakes. The Apple did have some apple flavoring in it though, but I felt the lemon was the highlight flavor of the cheesecake. Our favorite was the curry bun! It was packed with flavor. There are some tables you can sit at in the Japanese Village Plaza. Luckily it wasn't busy early Saturday morning! The service at Yamazaki Bakery was fantastic!!

This Korean-style bakery has a great variety of breads and traditional pastries, like red bean…read morebread and rice sulgi. They're also very on-trend, whenever a Korean dessert goes viral, they usually have it here. Recently, they even started selling butter tteok, and I heard it was one of the first places to have it in K-town. I highly recommend the salted bread. Honestly, I think it's even better than the famous spot everyone talks about. My favorite is the corn cheese, it's especially delicious when it's warm. I also tried the Korean chamoe (melon) smoothie, and it was very refreshing. It tasted like they used real melon, since there was a slight natural tanginess that made it even better. There is free parking, though the lot is a bit small. They also have both indoor and outdoor seating, but the seating area is somewhat limited too

I used to stop by this bakery whenever I was in Ktown because I thought it was pretty solid. But…read moreafter today, I've definitely changed my mind. I got a sausage bbang, a chocopie, and a dalgona latte. The sausage bbang was soggy on the bottom and honestly tasted like it was from the day before. The chocopie barely had any filling, just a thin layer of marshmallow and jam. It honestly felt like they used most of the marshmallow for their Dubai choco cookie because it's probably more profitable, instead of properly filling the chocopie. If that's the case, it's better not to sell it at all than serve something like that. The dalgona latte was also disappointing. With ice, the drink only filled to the bottom third line of the cup marking. Clearly, they skimped on the milk. There was also a weird moment when I paid. My total was $15.25 and I paid cash, but I was given $4.75 in change. When I said it should be $5, she seemed confused and asked what I meant. I told her I literally gave you a quarter right now, and she questioned it before eventually giving me the correct change. I'll give her the benefit of the doubt and assume it was a mistake. I understand times are hard, but charging more for products that clearly had corners cut doesn't sit right with me. It just comes across like there's no integrity. Clearly the quality and portions are going downhill. I wasn't even planning on writing this review. I was going to stay quiet, but the chocopie really ticked me off. I'm not going to pay for food that skims on ingredients and shortchanges customers by charging more for less, so this will be my last visit.

It's a white colored building inside and out and so pleasant. People are friendly and they'll help…read moreyou with the menu. I got the carrot cake banana pudding, which for me was ok. I'm not big on creamy and sugary things and I'm more of a chocolatey person. They had lots of different options for cookies, brownies, banana pudding, and drinks.

You have to try the classic banana pudding, it's delicious!! They have lots of other treats too,…read morelike cookies, cakes and cupcakes. I also really enjoyed the vanilla cheesecake. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. The location has a good amount of seating inside and some outdoor seating as well. Street parking only, so that can be a little tricky. The ambiance was really nice, felt fresh and clean.

Just had an amazing dinner at Bottega Louie! There are so many great Italian spots in and around…read moreWest Hollywood so it's always hard to decide. We were glad we went last night. Despite it being very busy, the service was great! We also met the manager, Karina, who is a delight! I highly recommend the Italian salad and the Calabrese pizza!

Bottega Louie day!!! My bf really loves the opera cake and he accidentally got the chocolate…read moreframboise instead. I found out that apparently they replaced the opera cake with the tiramisu! I need to taste the tiramisu and the chocolate soufflé there next time. My birthday is coming up so I think I'll have one dessert everyday here My bf is def so bummed about the opera cake though, hopefully they'll put it back on the menu soon! Every single time we pick it up from bottega Louie it's so nice. There was just one time on doordash we had a bad experience. I also really like talking with the staff here- they're always so sweet and it's also in such a nice area. I haven't tried the DTLA location yet though.

Bottega Louie in DTLA absolutely exceeded every expectation. From the moment I walked in, the…read moreatmosphere felt electric -- elegant without being pretentious, lively without feeling chaotic. The design of the restaurant is stunning, with its grand open space, beautiful marble finishes, and buzzing energy that instantly makes the experience feel special. The food was phenomenal across the board. Every dish arrived beautifully presented and tasted just as incredible as it looked. The ingredients tasted fresh, high-quality, and thoughtfully prepared. You can tell the kitchen pays attention to every detail, from flavor balance to presentation. The pizza was perfectly crisp, the pasta was rich and flavorful, and the desserts were honestly unforgettable. The service was equally impressive. The staff was attentive, professional, and genuinely welcoming the entire night. Even with how busy the restaurant gets, everything flowed smoothly and never felt rushed. They made the entire experience feel polished and enjoyable from start to finish. And the macarons? Easily some of the best I've ever had. Perfect texture, vibrant flavors, and almost too beautiful to eat. Bottega Louie isn't just a restaurant -- it's an experience. Whether you're going for brunch, dinner, drinks, or dessert, this place delivers on every level. Easily one of the best dining spots in Los Angeles and absolutely worth the hype. 10/10. :-)

Came for dinner and I love the decor. Clean lines and bright dining area but the lights aren't…read moreharsh. The table and floral arrangement by the restrooms were beautiful. There is a gourmet market and French patisserie up front with the loveliest desserts. Almost too pretty to eat. Vibrant colors and fruits adorn the dessert choices. And colorful macarons. We were seated right away as they weren't busy. He ordered the meatballs marinara and black truffle arancini to start. We couldn't decide what we wanted and were busy chatting. The server was so sweet and patient. She brought us bread with his wine and my water. Then we chose the Cobb salad and salmon. I liked the black truffle arancini. I've never had arancini before and it was delicious. The crust around the rice made for a contrast in texture which was nice. The meatballs marinara was good texture-wise for me too. The Cobb salad was hearty and not drowning in dressing. The salmon was average, a little dry for my taste. I ordered a La passion and really liked the passion fruit in it. The star of our meal were the macarons. We ordered the Earl Grey, toasted coconut and Grand Cru. Omg, they were flaky and soft with such delicious flavors. My favorite was the Grand cru chocolate macaron. I could eat them all in one sitting. I have to come back and try more flavors. And maybe order another of the gorgeous desserts.