Japanese cheesecakes here are absolutely delicious. The Japanese version has less sugar and is more airy and light. No matter how light they are, it is impossible to stop eating until the cake is gone, so the calories do add up. Each cake can be shared among 4 people or enjoyed as a single portion. There are many types and flavors, including seasonal ones, but my favorite is the "Original." Each purchase comes in a cute box inside a paper bag. The place is clean, but the service is minimal since everything is "to go." In addition to Japanese cheesecakes, they also have Basque cheesecakes. The "Ube Burnt Basque Cheesecake" is also quite amazing. read more

Uncle Tetsu - "Traditional" cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This bakery is quite famous for its delicious, low-sugar pastries. Today, I happened to spot the shop while parking to visit a nearby watch store. After finishing my errand, I walked over to the bakery. Small simple & clean store , I picked out a few pastries to try right there; they were freshly made--soft, fragrant, and delicious. The service was quick and courteous. I think I've found exactly the kind of pastries I love: soft, rich, and perfectly balanced in sweetness--not overly sugary like many others. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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okay let me preface it by saying it's good... it's just not bomb? there was so much hype around it, i thought it was going to be so delicious. to me it tastes like a cheesy sponge cake and almost wet like tres leches. i'm not a wet cake girl so i was a little disappointed but the flavors itself were okay. read more

Always the best spot. Japanese cheesecake is fluffy and delicious. It's like tasting a little bit of heaven's cloud in your mouth. I personally enjoy the Ube the best but you can't go wrong with any of the flavors. If it's your first time, definitely aim for original and if you're feeling a little more spicy, try thr strawberry and if you want to be very adventurous then go ube! (To be clear none of it is spicy lol). This place is located in a plaza with plenty of parking and other good asian food options around. Staff is friendly and if you go early enough, they have samples for you to try. It's definitely an infamous spot to try. The OG of Japanese cheesecakes! read more

Uncle Tetsu - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

It's been years since I've had Uncle Tetsu. I can't believe that it took me so long to go back! Their Japanese cheesecakes are light and fluffy and, best of all, not too sweet! I wanted to get a cheesecake but had no one to share it with, so I settled for an ube cheese tart. It was good, but not as good as the pandan coconut cheesecake that they were sampling. I would never have ordered that on my own, but I've been obsessing over when I would have an opportunity to buy one! read more

Uncle Tetsu - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Second time coming here. Not too busy and they prepared everything quickly. First time I got the ube basque cheesecake and it was sooooo good. Id come back for that alone. Loved the flavor and it was the perfect amount of sweetness. This time I ordered ube and original cheese tarts and redeemed the coupon for free cookies from my last order. The crust of the cheese tarts were so yummy and my favorite is of course the ube. The cookies were only for the seasonal flavors which were white chocolate matcha cookies. read more

Uncle Tetsu is my first choice for Japanese desserts. We stopped by after our dinner at the same plaza. This store is smaller than the one near my home. Shop itself is very organize and cozy. I liked the display of the items they had and it was easier to order that way. I decided on 4 flavors of cheese tarts and matcha cookies. I really like the cookies here! The sales girl was friendly and fast as the other locations I'v visited! I enjoyed my desserts very much indeed! read more

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Uncle Tetsu is still the OG when it comes to Japanese Cheesecake, at least that's how I feel. They come out with limited flavors throughout the year and I just missed the most recent one with coffee tart and cheesecake. I love coffee desserts and while I've had their coffee cheesecake in the past, I have never seen it in the tart form and wanted to try. It's a bummer because they just switched over to the pandan flavor for a limited time. Still, I love this place for their Japanese style cheesecake - which is really more of a soft sponge cake rather than the traditional cheesecake. The workers here are friendly and the shop is always clean. read more

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I haven't had Uncle Tetsu in a very long time. But I finally did last weekend and got to try the coffee one. I loved it. It tastes just like coffee, not too sweet, very fluffy and spongy. I think this flavor is my favorite. We also got the cookies and cream, but it was just okay. They told us it was sweeter, but it wasn't, at least not for me or anyone in the family who tried it. I couldn't really taste the cookies and cream. It wasn't as strong as the coffee flavor. The workers at this location were nice & helpful. read more

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Stopped by for some cheese tarts! Parking was easy & it wasn't busy either (: if you're looking for dessert I would recommend you stop by here! read more

Uncle Tetsu - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I visited the store around 7:30 PM about 30 minutes before closing at 8:00 PM and to be honest I've been here a couple of times before and never had any issues so I fully trusted this place. That day I purchased one original cheesecake and one basque cheesecake as gifts for my friend and since I was in a rush I didn't open the box to check and handed the basque cheesecake directly to my friend as she was waiting in the parking lot, my original cheesecake was great just as good as always but the basque was not because the top was burnt completely black with a thick charred layer nothing like the thin beautifully caramelized brown crust shown in other customers' reviews, my friend got upset with me thinking I had given her a bad cake which I genuinely had no idea about and it wasn't until over a week later that she finally showed me the photos and it looked really bad as she had cut a small piece to try but had to discard the entire top half because the burnt layer heavily affected the flavor and tasted extremely bitter and I will attach the photos below I had to apologize to her repeatedly and felt so embarrassed by this experience and I paid $24 and received a cake that was essentially ruined and I understand the name is "burnt" but should a store really be selling something burnt to this extent, I will not be returning and my advice to other customers is to always check your order before leaving the store and avoid shopping close to closing time like I did. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Burnt top layer - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Most delicious airy cheesecake I've ever ! We also had and the Ube just a slight flavor change.. Feels like I was biting into it sweet cloud. It was perfect not too sweet just perfect. Definitely made the birthday party special five stars. read more

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Fluffy cheesy Japanese style cheesecake which is great for get togethers. I like that they usually have samples out and I am not shy to grab a couple. So tasty. Parking is easy during off peak. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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I had some pretty high expectations but was ultimately disappointed to the point where I won't be coming back. The food was actually not that good at all and it didn't taste like something made by real Japanese people. The ube cheesecake samples they had out tasted decent initially but quickly descended into tasting like not much more than excessive flour. The original cheese tart had a crust that was too unhealthy and tasted like Walker shortbread cookies, which I'm avoiding, and the cheese part of the tart wasn't impressive at all and also tasted a little too heavy, dull, and unhealthy. The vibe and decor inside was terribly unimpressive and actually looks like a run-down dungeon with the darkness and shiny tiles on the walls. There were no authentic Japanese staff on my visit and I believe Uncle Tetsu in the USA isn't even owned by the Japanese, so that probably explains why my expectations were decimated upon the first visit. I wanted a Japanese experience and this establishment doesn't deliver in any respect so I will chalk this up as part of the costs of trial and error. On the plus side, the Hakata Ikkousha ramen restaurant a few doors down was super impressive! read more

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If you haven't tried Uncle Tetsu I would highly recommend it! Easy in and out service and delish cheesecake - light fluffy and a subtle sweetness read more

Uncle Tetsu - Menu 2025 - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Light fluffy cheesecake $14. It's not too sweet and you can taste more of the cream cheese. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Menu as of Nov 2025 - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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What a treat! A mentor friend had bought this for me and my family - a cake that hits the Asian desert palate: it is not too sweet!!! The ube flavor is comforting and light, not overpowering. If you haven't had a Japanese cheesecake before, this is a wonderful place to try on a local level! The service was kind. You can sample whatever cheesecake they have out for the time of day. I got to try the strawberry cheesecake! There is no seating to eat inside - it is more of a place to get a dessert gift for family and friends of which my family has been an incredibly happy recipient! Thank you all, God bless you all read more

Uncle Tetsu - Ube Cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Tucked away in a corner of a plaza. Not too busy in there during the weekday and it's nice to try out the sampler in the front. I tried the cookies and cream cheesecake and it was just eh. I've come to realize I like more of a regular cake than a Japanese cheesecake so this is a review of my comparison of the flavors and the store/staff. I came in for a free mini cheesecake offer with purchase and got myself the popular ube flavor and then a seasonal flavor called summer mango. The mini cheesecake was just the original flavor. All of them are very light in flavor. The cakes are smaller than I remember? The original obviously being like the light Japanese cheesecake taste and slightly spongey. I am missing the extra brown top that adds a little more flavor. The ube cheesecake flavor was very mild. You cannot tell it's ube other than the darker purple color of the entire cake. I also think it's slightly drier. The summer mango had a little more flavor and feels more refreshing - definitely a summer flavor. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Mini original cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I'm such a cheesecake girl so trying this out was a must on my list! This was brought to a party and I tried the Ube and Pandan Coconut Cheesecake! The pandan and ube weren't crazy overpowering and the flavor is pretty light. The cheesecake texture itself is more fluffy! Kind of like a moist, fluffy cake. Definitely dangerous because it makes it easier to eat more than one slice! read more

Uncle Tetsu - Ube Cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I love trying the uncle tetsu seasonals!! There's usually a sample of a cheesecake in the front too so that usually helps occupy my little one (and temporarily satisfy my sweet tooth) while I order and pay. The service is decent, they get me what I want and I'm in and out super quick. These cheesecakes are so fluffy and not too sweet. The basque cheesecake is the opposite, it's great if you have a sweet tooth and it's quite rich and dense. I like both so I usually pick up both. Don't forget to ask for a stamp card too!! read more

Uncle Tetsu - Seasonal Burnt Basque Cheesecake flavor Nov 2025 - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I've tried to bake this myself a few times. The first time was amazing! Maybe that was beginners luck because now I depend on Uncle Tetsu for a consistently light, not sweet, great texture Japanese Cheesecake. The ube and original are both my favorites. (I can't choose just 1)! The strawberry and sakura were fine, but I feel they're not what I'm seeking when I think of a Japanese cheesecake. The tarts are fine, but not my favorite. Service is okay, price is right, quality is very good. read more

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This cheese tart is AMAZING! It's light and airy with a crispy crust. My friends brought this back from Costa Mesa but I was thrilled to find out there's a location in Eastvale which is the next city over from me. Can't wait to bring my family there to try out their other desserts. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Original Cheese Tart - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Love Uncle Tetsu! Been here a couple times. Workers are always nice and welcoming. They have rotating flavors for samples. I got the Strawberry, Ube, and my favorite pandan coconut. All the cakes are made already so you just have to pick it up. Definitely try if you like fluffy and flavorful cheesecakes! read more

I ordered from Uncle Tetsu and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. The Japanese sponge cake was incredibly soft, fluffy, and not overly sweet -- everyone loved it. I sliced the cake in half and added strawberries, mixed fruits, and fresh cream in the middle, and it turned out amazing. Ordering online was easy and pickup was quick. Heads up: it's definitely worth taking a lactose pill for my lactose-free friends -- totally worth it. read more

Uncle Testu is a bit of a mixed experience. The service is **okay**, but the attitude really varies depending on who's working that day--some staff are friendly, others feel a bit indifferent. That said, the **cheesecake is absolutely amazing**. It's the classic Japanese style: light, fluffy, and **not overly sweet**, which I really appreciate. If you're a fan of delicate, airy desserts, this is definitely the highlight. Overall, worth stopping by for the cheesecake alone, but don't be surprised if the service experience depends on the day. read more

Not sure how or why it took me so long to discover this place lol a friend of mine bought the ube cheesecake over and I thought it was so good! So I decided to come by and get a cake and some other goodies for my family. I ordered the seasonal cheesecake which was mango and got the strawberry and matcha cheese tarts as well as the matcha mochi cookies. Omg everything was soooo good especially the cookies. Definitely a hit to bring to any gathering! read more

Uncle Tetsu - Mango cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Love this place. My husband doesn't like cheesecake but he likes it here. The cheesecake is fluffy and not too sweet. It delicious. The service was quick. I'd recommend trying Japanese cheesecake if you haven't had it. read more

This small but efficient takeaway only joint is a great find. We had the Mango Burnt Basque Cheesecake and it was dense but surprisingly also light and fluffy with just the right amount of sweetness and char. Service was friendly and quick. Highly recommended! read more

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I was introduced to Uncle Tetsu about 7 years ago. I have been a fan since. Uncle Tetsu does Japanese cheesecake right, with a perfectly soft yet airy, fluffy texture. You can choose from 6 flavors: - strawberry - chocolate - matcha - original - oreo - ube (purple yam) My favorites include: the oreo, original, and strawberry. They also have seasonal flavors such as pandan coconut. For the fall, their seasonal flavor is the smores, with melted mini marshmallows and tiny chocolate chips. I tried it and it was quite good, not too sweet, and you could taste the smores flavor. They also sell cheese tarts for $4.50, and basque cheesecakes for $23. This location gives you samples of their cheesecake flavors for the day, which is very helpful to your decision making. :) Happy eating! read more

Uncle Tetsu - Seasonal Smores cheesecake $13- Delicious! - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I absolutely love Uncle Tetsu's cheesecakes. I've only been reintroduced to it after awhile and I was glad to have the chance to try it again. I've had the chance to select their cherry blossom flavored cheesecake and it was very delicious. I bought another for a gathering with friends and it went well with our cherry blossom beverage! Their cheesecakes were very soft, fluffy, and aestheticly pleasing to look at. If you're looking to try out cheesecake that isn't very big, many varieties, then I definitely recommend Uncle Tetsu read more

First time having uncle tetsu. It was highly recommended by my friends. Their cheesecake is unique, they have different flavors and other desserts. My favorite one is the original, when in doubt go with the original. The people are quick, polite and friendly. This location a bit out of my way but it was worth it. 10/10 read more

I'm not normally a cake person but loved this Japanese cheesecake - so light, not too sweet. Tasty treat! We got original which we enjoyed, but we also tried sample of ube in the shop and that was also tasty! read more

Uncle Tetsu - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Super delicious desserts! Japanese cheesecakes are amazing! More like a semi-sweet sponge cake than a traditional cheesecake you would find in Spain or the US, but delicious none the less. If you would like it a little more dense, then just place it in the fridge. read more

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The Burnt Basque Cheesecake (Mango flavored) is the BOMB! I've been craving Burnt Basque Cheesecake for months and stumbled upon the knowledge that Uncle Tetsu makes it. Omg! I've purchased 2 in one week! They're that good. The mango is seasonal so I opted for that. I was blown away! If you have never experienced Burnt Basque Cheesecake then it's a must! It's life changing as a cheesecake lover. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Mango Burnt Basque Cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Came here on a Friday night craving for something sweet and light. I've had Uncle Tetsu before in Northern California, but it's my first time here. Parking was a bit difficult because it's located in a busy plaza and strangely, they blocked off part of the lot and made it into valet? Anywho, I walked in and was immediately greeted with a warm welcome. I ordered the original and their seasonal s'mores... delicious! Customer service was excellent. The cashier offered me to try their new matcha flavor which was good! I will come back and get that next time. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Stop in for a treat! Japanese dessert is not the sugar bomb American desserts are, much more subtle flavor. Really enjoyed the 4 tarts, got one of each flavor and 2 plain. read more

Love Japanese cheesecake, and no place like Uncle Tetsu. The cheesecake is not too sweet nor too rich or heavy but perfectly soft yet airy, fluffy texture. They have varieties of favor to choose from. Nice and easy going staff in a small but cozy little spot shop. Check it out if you're a cheesecake fan. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Box to go - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Me and my family stopped after dinner, best decision! Tried their strawberry, Ube, and cookies and cream cheese cakes all were so good!! My favorite was the Ube but all were delicious!!can't wait to go back!! read more

Don't really know the ambience and service yet I'm excited to check it out in person, usually order online and for delivery and they always deliver! Dessert worth the calories and sugar intake. They're beautifully packaged as well every delivery I get. read more

Uncle Tetsu - Ube cheesecake Cheese tart Ube tart Burnt cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Been to several other Uncle Tetsu's and this one is no different. The Japanese cheesecakes were fluffy, moist, and simply delicious. We tried the Ube, Matcha, and original and I will continue to purchase in the future for simple get-togethers to birthday celebrations, and everything in between. Service was friendly and quick, and packaging was excellent. If you've never tried, I recommend starting with the original and working your way to oreo, strawberry, matcha, and ube. You can't go wrong. read more

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