20 Best Coffee Shops in Gardena

“The sesame coffee was 5-star delicious. The pistachio bun had condensed milk filling, which was too sweet for my liking. This coffee shop has plenty of seating inside and out; a great place to hangout with friends or just people watch. The service felt slow and those who ordered after got their drinks first…“

“Really good coffee!! Just go!
Fresh beans and HOMEMADE syrups = Awesome!!
Definitely worth a visit!!

I'm not a friend or relation -- just a fan.

Independent owned and operated
Black owned business“

“I've known about this place for almost 2 years, if not more, but finally decided to leave a review since I've been visiting very often these past months. Since my first visit, there's been many competitors opening around Gardena, but I find myself drawn back to this place because of the balance of spaciousness (there's actually places to sit whenever I go!), quality of products (the espresso shot is pretty strong and they have many beans to choose from), and best of all, price of their drinks (specifically the specialties). While I wouldn't say the prices are a bargain, it feels more reasonable than other local competitors.

One thing I do miss is that 2 years ago, the pastries weren't individually wrapped. We used to have the option of selecting pastries with tongs, the typical experience you'd get when going to a bakery in Japan. Hopefully they would bring that experience back again! Until then, I'll keep returning for their quality drinks!“

“hi everyone! i literally went to yeems during the days of thursday-sunday last week. i wanted to try something new when coming to la for my bts concert. all the staff members were so nice, and the food was so nice as well. they did mess up on my food the first time and gave me something i didn’t order. but, it was still so good i didn’t even care. me and all my friends went and the next time i go to la, i will be going to yeems more than once a day. thank you yeems coffee and i hope to see you again!“

“Cute little shop in a busy shopping plaza. Parking can be tough, especially weekend or evening. Friendly service and fast turnaround since not beeesy.
Got Honey Affogato & Iced Honey Tea.
Both are delish, especially the ice cream with coffee and honey...soo tasty and delicious.“

“RSL emporium is the place to go for all your natural body care needs. Me and husband have visited various herbal shops around the US and this one has to be our favorite place! Amazing, knowledgeable staff the store is organized and welcoming it felt like coming home ❤ What brought me here seamoss smoothies so delicious with the fruit mix ins. And left with various herbs, perfumes and so much knowledge! Thank you and we will come visit again :D“

“WOAH. Best banh mi I ever had. They put them on freshly made baguettes that they make (so it’s fresh and crisp)! The chicken and veggies were so perfectly fresh and delicious! Filling and you don’t feel like you ate a heavy sandwich—this the place. The biscoff latte, also the shit. While waiting for my order also got to buy my Asian chili sauce for my house that most Asian restaurants have (if you are a frequent buyer of this, was also a nice convenience!)
It’s right in front of Tesla chargers so also can be most efficient charge/snack ever.
Don’t hesitate!!!!! Get this!

My photo sucks, but trust me, it was fire“

“I love it 🍰🥰 so much I really recommended, it’s grate 🍰🍰🍰“

“I’m basing my review on two different cake donuts from two different visits….One was chocolate with vanilla icing, the other crumb-top—both of excellent donuts. The cafe also serves coffee, breakfast, sandwiches, but I came for the donuts.

The cafe itself is very clean, good music playing, booth tables lining the windows, upgraded with a digital menu board. Nothing fancy, yet nicely upgraded interiors with tasteful finishes. It’s a perfect traditional Los Angeles donut shop that has invested in offering a comfortable cafe experience with above average food.

Next time I’m ordering coffee and more donuts, maybe a sandwich, and bringing something to read and stay a while.“

“Cute with a lot of homey options cheaper than Diana's. The green salsa was fresh and had great flavor. The eggs on the chilequiles were perfectly fried. We'll have to come back to get drinks and try try their cemitas poblanas and breakfast burritos & bollilos

Bonus we got to watch an Olympics women's soccer match during our short wait“

“We absolutely love this place! It has officially become our weekend tradition and our absolute go-to spot. The drinks here are incredible you honestly can’t go wrong, but the matcha, Oreo brûlée, and strawberry mousse are next-level amazing. On top of that, the service is insanely fast; you never have to wait more than two minutes for your order. Beyond the drinks, they are incredibly dog-friendly. They even gave my dog a pup cup, which made him the happiest pup alive. Honestly, if he could drive, he’d be coming here alone every single day. Highly recommend!“

“My spouse and I come here at least once a week. We really enjoy the sandwiches and the iced coffee (strong and sweet, just how I like it). They stuff the sandwiches with lots of ingredients but will leave off any ingredient that you want and even give you pickled peppers on the side. We don't understand why anyone would even go to the Dunkin down the way when you can go to this place. The donuts are big and fresh here. They have such a variety of food and drinks (like fresh juices) that I'm amazed every time. If you think you won't find something you'll like, go in and at least see the menus on the wall.“

“My local Sunright Tea! I've been frequenting this place since their grand opening. Boba spots (specifically the chains) have become less common in the area nowadays, as (I feel) most people moved on to coffee/matcha places. So Sunright Tea is definitely a solid boba option in Gardena.

Their drinks have been consistent throughout the 4-5 years that they've been here. I love how consistent and efficient they are. However, I do wish they would return the tables/seats for those who prefer to hang out and enjoy the drinks in store. The products are great, but the place lacks vibe / feels a little soulless (except for the music). If I recall correctly, they used to have tables but gradually removed all seating and became fully take-out. Though when I came in to visit today, they added some benches, which is a good sign. Please return the seats and tables! :)

Other than that, I highly recommend the place for your boba fixes!“

“We were craving dessert after a late meal in Gardena area and found this via a quick Yelp Search.

This was my first time trying a Bingsoo so I had no idea what to expect. We went in and the place was really busy. They were sold out on all Tiramisus and a lot of flavors . We got the Strawberry Bingsoo and it was great.

Amazingly thin and soft layer of shaved ice with strawberries. This is one of the best desserts I've had. Absolutely Loved it.

I will be checking out more Bingsoo spots now. Its my new favorite dessert !!“

“Amazing customer service and excellent food!! I will definitely be back!“

“Absolutely loved this place! The Japanese sweets are authentic, beautifully made, and wonderfully high quality. I especially appreciate that they’re not overly sweet, which lets you really enjoy the delicate flavors. The portions are on the smaller side, but the quality and attention to detail make them well worth it. A lovely spot for anyone who enjoys refined Japanese-style sweets!“

“I ordered the rose lychee green tea it was so good, my daughter ordered the unicorn tears that one was also very good, my son ordered the oreo milk tea also very yummy and my husband ordered the very orange that one was also good and very refreshing 😊“

“Felipe was soooooo dope when I went through the drive through. Great costumer service . Great convo while waiting for all my drinks.
Kody , the manger is great as well .
This is my local Starbucks and they never miss on my drink.“

“I absolutely love their blended menu, especially the Thai tea and Matcha! The best part is their cream and also how they blended it— it’s just how I like it!

This is hands down my favorite for all the boba shops I’ve tried in Gardena! 🫶🏻🧋✨“

“they make a great Turkey and cheese sandwich“