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    Uncle Tetsu

    4.3 (316 reviews)
    ModerateDesserts, Japanese
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Ube Cheese Tart
    Tara F.

    This spot is located inside the DEL AMO FASHION CENTER on the 2nd floor near Din Tai Fung. I wanted to try their cheesecake but they only sell them as a whole cake. So i tried something else which was their ube cheese tart and this was delightful and creamy the ube was not overpowering either nice balance i actually enjoyed this one its a perfect size to snack on while you walk around. Next time i have a function I'll give their cheesecake a whirl I recommend

    Cheese cake time
    Trevor C.

    Such a fun and unique dessert experience! This Japanese dessert spot really stands out with its beautiful presentation and delicate flavors. Everything feels thoughtfully made, from the light and fluffy pastries to the perfectly balanced sweetness that Japanese desserts are known for. The textures are incredible--soft, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth. Whether it's mochi, matcha treats, or fluffy cakes, nothing feels overly heavy or sugary, which makes it easy to try a few different things. The shop itself has a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, and the desserts almost look too pretty to eat. If you're looking for something a little different from the typical dessert shop, this is definitely a place worth visiting.

    Nancy L.

    I live very far from Uncle Tetsu locations in SoCal so when I had the chance to be at Del Amo mall I made sure to buy it. My kids really loved the cookies and cream cheesecake. We also tried the seasonal mango basque cheesecake, it was very flavorful, you can def taste the mango flavor. The cheesecakes are a bit pricey but it's worth the splurge once in awhile!

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    Joe C.

    This is the second time trying Uncle Tetsu. First time we had it was in Arcadia at the Santa Anita Mall. We thought it was just ok then and feel the same way today. It just isn't great to us. Yes it was light and fluffy, but it's just ok. We ordered the Burnt Basque Cheesecake and it was unimpressive especially for the $25 price tag. It's going to be very hard to give it a try again.

    Basque Cheesecake (ig: @cravingswithcat)
    Catherine N.

    The fluffy cheesecakes here are a classic, but I wanted to try something new and opted for the Basque Cheesecake. We wanted to try the Cookies and Cream one, but I think they ran out since we came closer to closing. I didn't realize it had a lemon taste to it, honestly not my favorite out of all of the options. I prefer their normal fluffy cheesecakes! ig: @cravingswithcat

    Craig Y.

    Located on the 2nd level inside the Del Amo mall. They have some good Japanese fluffy cheesecakes. I've had the regular one many times. I did get a strawberry one today for a dinner party with Friends tonight. They do have a few different flavors and they were all available as well. The service was fast since it was already made and available. Overall this place has good Japanese cheesecakes.

    Matcha Cheese Tart
    Louis P.

    I loooove japanese style cheesecake. Its not everybody's cup of tea as people expect cheesecake to be creamy and rich. Japanese style "fluffy" cheesecake is more subtle airy, and I am here for it. Ive had their strawberry as well. Their little tarts are yummy, had the Matcha last time I was there. Its located inside Del Amo almost next to Din Tai.

    Meng E.

    I was at the mall with my family and spotted Uncle Tetsu. Since it was after lunch and I wanted something sweet, I decided to pick up a few things for myself and my family. After looking through the offerings, I decided on the basque cheesecake (my brother had been wanting to try this), the pandan cheesecake and some ube cookies. Service was quick and friendly and I got my order quickly. When we got home, I opened up the two cheesecake and decided to have a small piece of each. The basque cheesecake was dense, but also had a very soft center - so much so that I was afraid it wasn't fully cooked. After carefully inspecting it and researching online, I guess it was supposed to be that way. I deemed it safe to eat and continued with my treat. Overall, the basque cheesecake wasn't what I was expecting. Its flavors were fine, but I wouldn't go out of my way to get it again. The pandan cheesecake was light and fluffy with a good hint of pandan. My favorites were the ube cookies - I liked them a lot more than I expected to. They were soft and full of melt in your mouth ube. I will definitely get more of these the next time I'm in the area.

    Matcha tart, strawberry, ube, original, pumpkin pie (seasonal)
    Jane K.

    Was craving uncle tetsu and really enjoyed the cheesecake tart but decided to try all of them and ended up grabbing an original cheesecake and Ube cheesecake. Is it bad that I can eat an entire cheesecake and one sitting and not feel bad about it??? The original and strawberry tart was my favorite , my least favorite was actually the matcha (very green tea like) but still good! Just prefer the creamy decadent flavor over a bitter tea flavor? The seasonal one was pretty good too, but the original and strawberry definitely stand out. ube cheesecake was good! Definitely will get it again but I prefer original. I literally finished two cheesecakes in one week and the tarts in one sitting haha Service was prompt and super nice!

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    Pamela R.

    A spot in Del Amo mall selling japanese cheesecakes on the 2nd floor by Din Tai Fung. They have a wide variety of cheesecake flavors such as original, ube, pandan coconut, and smores as a seasonal flavor. They also have tarts and madeleines. I tried their ube which had a nice mild ube flavor. For first timers, I suggest just getting the the original flavor.

    We split the cake into 4, but you can eat the whole thing--we aren't judging. :-)
    Maria E.

    How best to describe it...if you've had a Filipino Mamon, it has that texture, but creamier or if you're familiar with a sponge cake, it is along those lines, but again, creamier. Specifically, Uncle Tetsu's Japanese Cheesecake is spongy yet creamy & flavorful. I found myself savoring the texture and the mild taste...like the Asian stamp of approval for any dessert, "not too sweet". It's pretty much a "to go" location with no specific seating for their location so if you're interested in eating it right away, you'll just have to find a table or bench at the Mall, which is easy enough depending on how crowded the timing is. If this type of dessert sounds appealing, I recommend this spot...if I find myself craving it, I'll be seeking it here.

    Rebecca C.

    Wow, I'm so glad I decide to give Uncle Tetsu a try after hearing about it. I'm normally not the biggest cheesecake person because I find it too rich, but the fluffiness of Japanese cheesecake makes that not a problem. And if you do like the more western texture of cheesecake, I think you'll really like the tarts. Here's what I've tried so far: Original cheesecake: Fantastic! I can see why this made them famous, and I would definitely recommend trying this if you've never been before. It's definitely super fluffy, which I loved but also found a little dangerous (this entire cheesecake was gone in a day and a half in my 2-person household). Original cheese tart: I would say this is closest to a more a western texture of cheesecake. My boyfriend is a big cheesecake guy, and this was his favorite. We did eat these after refrigerating them for a few hours, and I felt like that was best. Ube cheese tart: We ate this immediately after we bought it when it had been at room temp, and we found this to be a little too soft. I think it could have been better with some refrigeration, so I'll have to give this one another try. Black sesame cheese tart: The black sesame flavor really comes through, and I loved it. Easily my favorite of the bunch. I'm so glad they had the black sesame cheesecake samples because frankly the black color of the dessert didn't look the most appealing, but I actually love the flavor (though a friend of ours didn't care for it, so this might be a hit-or-miss one). Can't wait to try more of the flavors--the black sesame cheesecake sample was super good, so the entire cheesecake might be next up. In terms of the service, the storefront in Sawtelle is just a place where you buy the cheesecakes--there weren't any seats or tables, and it's also cashless as a heads up.

    Cheesecake
    Adam N.

    I was in the area for vacation and suddenly my friend was telling me about Uncle Tetsu...I have never heard of an Uncle Tetsu...Until they said its a Japanese cheesecake place. Apparently its the best cheesecake they'd ever had; better than Cheesecake Factory. So of course, I had to assemble my crew and try the cheesecake together. Upon arriving at Uncle Tetsu, we were greeted by a kind worker who was not the Uncle Tetsu but rather by a menu of cheesecakes. What caught my eye, was the ube and matcha cheesecakes. But we decided to try their most famous cheesecake which was just the original. The cheesecake was airy and had just the right amount of sweetness---nothing too overpowering, but comforting. Each bite was indulging and satisfying. However, my friend said that "it's good", no further thoughts...I know they liked it a lot. I understand it now. Some things do not need grand reactions to be deeply enjoyed. This appreciation for the cheesecake does not need to be loud; just in it for the love of the game. Uncle Tetsu's cheesecake is soft, subtle and unforgettable. I would certainly come back to try the other flavors. I rate this uncle a 10/10. Adam Nguyen Copyright 2025 - All Rights Reserved.

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    Amazing! Will definitely buy more. Great customer service and very friendly. They have a variety of desserts.

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    Ask the Community - Uncle Tetsu

    Is this location open on Christmas Eve?

    I called the store and they are open on Christmas Eve. The Del Amo mall is open 7am to 6pm on Christmas Eve. Uncle Tetsu phone number is 323-275-9190. I don't know if you need to pre-order due to the holidays but I would call before hand.

    I've been calling for a few days but only get an automated 'we can't answer the phone' deal when they are open. Do they have the correct phone number listed? It says to call ahead but if they don't answer I'm not sure how that is possible.

    Hi Elle, our phone number is 323-275-9190 If you have any further questions, feel free to DM us on… Read more

    Are they open now? Tried calling and only go machine and then got hung up on

    They are open but for curbside pickup only. You have to order online and then call them to bring it to the curbside pickup zones (tell them your stall #)… Read more

    How long does the cake last?

    They recommend finish the cake within 1 day, and should last about 3 days in the fridge!

    Is it 9.80 for a slice or for a whole cheesecake?

    They raised their prices. It is now $10.80 less tax and the burnt basque is $19.80 and the 4 cheese tarts are $14.00

    How much does it cost for cheesecake?

    It costs $9.80.

    Do they have the coffee flavor cheesecake, too?

    Yes. They have it starting this week. Just got one today.

    When is this store going to open? Del Amo's website says they're already open for business, but when I swing by the store, it's still boarded up.

    Was at Del Amo earlier today and they're open!

    When are they going to open? I thought they're going to open on November 29th?

    They just opened today

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    Sweet Wheat

    Sweet Wheat

    4.3
    (574 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Boutique

    I wanted to update my review because my most recent visit completely changed my experience. As…read morealways, the food and pastries were amazing, but what truly stood out this time was the service. Anais was incredibly sweet, welcoming, and attentive, and she made us feel genuinely comfortable and appreciated from the moment we walked in. She's so nice and positive energy made such a difference and really elevated the entire experience. This visit reminded me why Sweet Wheat has so much potential not just because of the quality of the food, but because of team members like Anais who truly care about customers. I'm happy to say I'll definitely be coming back. Thank you, Anais, for such a lovely experience!

    Dropped by Monday morning to pick up lunch and treats. They have a really big selection of cakes,…read morepastries and sandwiches. Got the smoked salmon croissant sandwich, quiche, iberico ham baguette, chocolate croissant, tarte tatin, chocolate almond French toast. Overall everything was good. Our fav was the quiche and French toast. Still in search of a great chocolate croissant. Would likely go back to try other items. I got a latte and my mom got a cappuccino. My latte was just ok but my mom thought the cappuccino was really good. Service was good. I was pretty indecisive going back and forth looking through the options and the guy was very patient. (No one was behind me in line). He was helpful with his recommendations on what to get.

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    Unico Tokyo Pasta - Redondo Beach

    Unico Tokyo Pasta - Redondo Beach

    4.4
    (683 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Free parking

    At first, you'd be confused since you're not sure what type of food they have to offer. I ordered…read moremyself the Yasai Bolognese and my lady got herself the Unicorn Bolognese. They were both made with Wagyu beef, which has lots of flavor in the sauce. The pasta as very well prepared!! The service is great, very respectful and responsive, although we arrived at 2:30p on a Friday which was a holiday (not so busy). Loved what they did with the space. They have multiple tables indoor and a cute little outdoor seating area with heaters if need be. They have a few parking spots, but they're in the back of the building. They only have one restroom which was very well maintained as well. Overall highly recommend this place. Ivan was very helpful!!

    This was our first experience dining here. We had a reserved table for 6:45 on a Friday evening…read more Parking was available in their parking lot next to the restaurant. When we walked in the first words out of the hostess's lips were "Do you have a reservation?" Hardly welcoming. Fortunately, our waiter, Dennis, was very gracious and attentive. I honestly didn't get a Japanese vibe, maybe because I rarely go to dine on pasta. I ordered the Unico Bolognese which was very flavorful and a good size portion. Our waiter asked if we'd like some garlic bread and we got two pieces for $6 which we felt should have been complimentary. But the garlic bread had a nice flavor and went well with the meal. My guest had the Uni Truffle and loved it. He said he'd love to dine here again and I feel the same way. The menu was large so we need to explore other items next time. All in all they're doing a very good job managing the establishment.

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    Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Redondo Beach

    Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Redondo Beach

    4.5
    (2k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    I'm glad this place was not all hype. We went a little out of our way to try it. It was pretty late…read moreand there were still people showing up so thought this was a good sign. When I asked what the cashier thought about a couple of the flavors I appreciated her honesty. I ended up liking the coconut chocoate chip ice cream. The graham on was also really good and had great texture (reminded me of chocolate malted crunch in a way IYKYK). My son tried mint chocolate chip and mud chocolate and he liked both. The portions are hearty! It was so good I'm amazed I actually almost ate the entire thing and this was following a filling dinner. I want to go back for another one! I just saw there is one in Manhattan Beach. Yay! Parking: Large private lot for the shopping center. Decent spots. Not too big, not too small.

    I had a very disappointing experience at Hansel's Ice Cream Redondo Beach Location…read more I came in to order for my two young children and was simply asking questions about portion sizes since they don't offer kids servings. The employee refused to accommodate a simple request, then accused me of having an attitude and closed the service window in my face. When I asked for a manager, another employee came out and said they supported the coworker and also refused to serve me. I was eventually served only after being told to "not have an attitude." I only completed the purchase because I had promised my kids ice cream, but the overall experience was disrespectful, unprofessional, and felt discriminatory. I would not recommend this place, especially for families.

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    Chocolate chip and cookies and cotton candy on a cake cone.
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    Moom Maam - Artisanal Thai Gelato

    Moom Maam - Artisanal Thai Gelato

    4.7
    (119 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Over the weekend I tried Moom Maam's Artisanal Thai Gelato and am now obsessed…read more I hadn't planned on getting dessert at 10am at Smorgasburg, but I did plan on a coffee. When scanning the shops for a caffeination boost, I couldn't stop thinking about the "Over Caffeinated Cold Brew Float" I saw advertised at Moom Maam. So intriguing! I circled back and ordered the indulgent morning treat, slightly skeptical of such a mix. I'm happy to report though that yes, it was a monstrosity to have first thing in the morning but I'd do it again in a second. You get to pick what flavor gelato is in the coffee and I went with chocolate to which they replied, great choice! I agree, it was such a good mix with the cold coffee brew. The gelato was so creamy with amazing flavor, I can't wait to come back and try more off their menu!

    Tried Moom Maam at Smorgasburg Los Angeles at ROW DTLA, the big Sunday pop-up food event downtown…read more The event itself was pretty cool, although a few of the vendors I was hoping to try apparently didn't show up that day. Luckily this was one of the stands that had good reviews, so I gave it a shot. Between the language barrier and my excitement for dessert, I somehow ended up ordering more than I planned. The ice cream was good and the Asian-inspired flavors were definitely different from the usual. It didn't completely blow my socks off, but it was a solid treat. I kept thinking a little syrup or extra topping would've taken it up another level. Overall, glad I tried it. Half the fun of these food events is randomly discovering stuff you normally wouldn't eat anyway. I'd probably check out their Torrance brick-and-mortar location sometime and give them another shot.

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    Creme De La Crepe

    Creme De La Crepe

    4.0
    (1.1k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    We decided to visit Riviera village after a relaxing morning stroll through Torrance Beach. Since…read moreit was almost noon, we searched on Yelp and decided to have some crepes for lunch. The restaurant has inside seating for 40 guests and outside for 30. We arrived between breakfast and lunchtime and were able to get the last outside table. The attentive staff got us seated right away, and after browsing through their menu, we ordered the following items (arrived in 15 minutes) : Marine: The buckwheat outer layer was soft, not soggy, and with nice resistance. The light creamy tomato-based dressing with sliced mushrooms was pleasantly flavorful. Both shrimp and scallops were of good size, fresh and juicy. Fromage: Like Marine Crepe, the buckwheat out layer was soft. The mild brie cheese provided pleasant creaminess to the filling. Seasoned bacon, scrambled egg, onion, and mushroom added nice savoriness to the dish. The portions were sensible and the prices were reasonable. Very nice culinary experience.

    Our family love come to this place we used to love the food until things are changed !!!…read more 1. The food is not the same. 2. The portion of much smaller 3. The young boy waiters barely speak English with his heavy accent and let you wait by the table for cleanup. 4. I think the shift has been changed and food taste become horrible. 5. My daughter order hamburger like she usually left to order this hamburger at that place the meat was like rubber band and the meat was overcooked we specially mentioned the waiter that we want the meat to be cooked medium and she even mention it on the order ahe took !! We ask for hash brown for breakfast that we order the waiter like I don't think we have no more we ran out !!!! See the picture of famous Hamburger ...the meat even our little dog didn't want to eat that meat I hope the owner or the manager will see it and will change his habit to be cheep on food We have to say goodbye my love goodbye we will never return very disappointed Good luck

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