I had more than enough points to redeem a free pastry reward, and since I was just at nearby Del…read moreAmo Fashion Center, I figured why not use one of my free pastry rewards at this Paris Baguette? So first things first, be aware that this Paris Baguette is actually inside Hannam Chain Supermarket at Village Del Amo on the southwest corner of Torrance and Hawthorne. I didn't know it at the time, so I circumnavigated the plaza, looking for Paris Baguette signage like I usually do for the other standalone locations. After stopping my car somewhere in the plaza, I had to double-check the location to be inside the Hannam Chain Supermarket, which I had just literally passed by minutes ago. D'oh! lol I hadn't even heard of Hannam Chain Supermarket, so I took some time to explore the store even though Paris Baguette is literally closest to the entrance. The overall selection of baked goods kind of disappointed me because it felt like there were fewer choices of pastries here compared to the other locations I've been to before. However, oddly enough, they had more selections available! I think it's because they have time stamps listed on each pastry so that the pastries are inside the display case for no more than 4 hours. I thought the pastries would have remained good at least until the end of the day, so to hear of their 4 hour shelf life was a bit surprising to me. For the record, I've been to several other Paris Baguettes before, but this was the first time I noticed these time stamps. Even though the variety of pastries was not as much compared to the other standalone locations, I still had a difficult time deciding which pastry to get! However, I noticed a new flavor of a supreme croissant I hadn't seen before: pink velvet. I've heard of red velvet, but not pink, and presuming that this is a seasonal offering for Valentine's Day, I figured it would be the perfect opportunity to try one before that special day. They had other supreme croissant flavors like chocolate and salted caramel pretzel, but I'm sure those flavors will be offered for much longer than the pink velvet. I do remember trying a strawberry supreme croissant from the Cerritos location, so perhaps after Valentine's Day, that would take the place of the pink velvet. After grabbing one of two Pink Velvet Supreme Croissants left in the display case, I made my way around and to the register. Phone in hand, I had the Paris Baguette app pulled up to redeem my reward. Actually, a good part of me had thought that this location inside Hannam Chain wouldn't honor my reward because for Tous Les Jours, the locations inside Hmart wouldn't be eligible for earning points or redeeming rewards. Luckily, Paris Baguette is not Tous Les Jours, and I was able to redeem my reward with no trouble. The cashier who rang me up was pretty friendly as well. She placed my Pink Velvet Supreme Croissant in a small paper bag and wished me a good day. While there are a handful of tables inside the food hall portion of Hannam Chain, most were occupied by customers of other eateries, so I simply went outside to enjoy my free sweet treat. The pink velvet ruby chocolate that covered the top portion of the round croissant didn't have nearly as much flavor, though the Valentine's sprinkles on top did make for a nice touch at least. Also, the custard cream inside didn't taste like anything at all! It wasn't bad, but it makes me wonder how much more flavorful the salted caramel pretzel would have been. I'll be sure to get that on my next visit to a Paris Baguette! I got the croissant about 2.5 hours after they were prepared, so maybe they would have tasted better had I gone 2 hours earlier? Lastly, I'm kind of shocked that this is pretty much the only Paris Baguette location in the South Bay. With how expansive a city like Torrance is, you would think they'd have at least a second location elsewhere like in Hmart. Otherwise, the next closest location would be in Long Beach, which literally just opened at The Pike Outlets. Overall, it's not a bad Paris Baguette to go to, but if you live in the South Bay, you'd be better off downloading the 85C Bakery app over the Paris Baguette app as there are much more 85C locations in the area. Also, this Paris Baguette may not necessarily carry your favorite pastries here, so heed caution if you plan to go out of your way to visit this patisserie.

This Korean chain for pastries has been a solid save of mine to visit. Unfortunately it did not…read morelive up to the hype this visit. My first mistake was coming later in the afternoon. They close at 8:30 and I came in 2 hours before. The pastries leftover were scooched over and the labels did not match entirely what they were. It was difficult to know what I was picking up onto the tray. There was also a small fruit fly or gnat flying around inside the bakery case as well. The icing of the orange donut thing also got stuck to the box and we had to scrape it off... Out of 4 pastries none of them were really that good, it really made me not want to come back. I also ordered a plain iced coffee and the coffee quality is not good at all. Tastes like it was made from a Mr coffee machine at home. Service was friendly. She explained each pastry when we asked what we picked up. Small location inside the market. Parking in the plaza. Restrooms are located within the building.

This is one of my favorite bakeries in the South Bay. It's a cozy spot with parking in the back…read morethat genuinely feels like a little slice of Paris. Sweet Wheat Bakery is an absolute must-visit when you're in Redondo. Walking in, you immediately get hit with the incredible smell of real French butter and freshly baked bread/croissants, and everything tastes just as authentic as it smells. Their croissants are wonderfully flaky and light, the quiche is rich and creamy without being heavy, and grabbing a coffee out on the patio makes for the best slow morning. It is a bit of a local gem for a reason, and I find myself recommending their pastries and fresh baguettes to anyone who will listen.

I was excited to try this French bakery for the first time, but unfortunately it was a…read moredisappointment. We stopped by this morning, and the pastries we ordered were not fresh at all. They tasted stale, which was surprising for a French bakery. We also ordered the chicken sandwich, and it wasn't good either. It had only a very thin slice of chicken and lacked flavor, making it feel overpriced for what we received. The only positive was that the service was decent and the staff were polite. Unfortunately, the food didn't meet our expectations. This was my first visit, and sadly, it will also be my last.

This is my favorite bakery in Gardena. It has a very casual and welcoming vibe…read more The parking lot is spacious, and the shop is always clean and well kept. One thing I wish they had more of is seating, as there aren't many tables to enjoy your food inside. The staff are incredibly kind and attentive. They often remember customers and greet you warmly, which makes the experience feel even more special. The bread and cakes are delicious, and the portions are quite generous. My favorite is the hazelnut coffee. Enjoying a warm cup of it with their fresh bread is just perfect.

A hidden gem in Gardena for Korean baked goods…read more Their (( Sweet Potato Cake )) is legit! Chunks of fresh potatoes, light cream and fluffy overall. Seriously DELICIOUS 4/5 Service Easy customer service without issues services phone or in person 4/5 Ambience Clean and tidy bakery with a pair of seats inside and outside. 5/5 Parking ample in the front and back of restaurants

I love cream pan. I'm not a big pastry/bread person, but after going to the Tustin one years ago,…read moreit's one of my favorite bakeries. Why? All their bread is so light and pastries aren't too sweet. If this is your first time- get the strawberry croissant. It's the best. This location is way more spacious than Tustin too, but parking is a bit limited. We were able to find street parking because the lot was full. We got- Egg Sando (4/5) closest thing to Japan with their milk bread and def used kewpie. I just wish there was more egg filling. Chicken katsu (5/5) just like how I remember. Curry is so fragrant and slightly sweet. Chicken is crispy Strawberry croissant (5/5): a must. Do it. There's a reason why they sell platters of it Plenty of seating inside. I saw people working or catching up. Service is friendly and efficient

My first time visiting this 3 year old location in Lomita. Plenty of parking is available since…read moreit's a stand alone location. The interior is spacious and there were many customers picking up and dining in on a Sunday mid - day. Plenty of seating and air conditioning for comfort. The assortment of baked breads, pastries, and cakes were impressive, made with quality, and attractively presented. We opted for the Strawberry croissant, azuki cream and blueberry croissant. The pastries were freshly made and so yummy. Service at the counter was friendly and prompt, with several staff members assisting customers. Although this location is inconvenient for me since it's a trek to get to, I would certainly return here if I'm nearby the city of Lomita.

In a sea of almost mediocre chain Asian bakery cake offerings like JJ, 85C, Sunmerry, and some…read moreothers, its hard to stand out without being something special. Blue Windmill is a gem in Gardena that completely obliterates most cakes in the area. I ordered a slice of blueberry cake and will 100% go there again if I'm ever in the area. Their sponge cake is more moist, softer and more consistent than any of the big bakeries, their cream is incredibly soft and has a subtle sweetness so when you bite into the cake, it feels like the cream is melting into your mouth. The restaurant owners were incredibly kind too.

Stopped in to pick up a birthday cake today. From the outside, the bakery doesn't look very…read moreappealing and I wouldn't have gone in if I didn't have it bookmarked and read all the positive reviews. The inside of the bakery was very clean and had a nice selection of cakes and pastries. I was helped by a friendly staff member who helped me to pick the correct size of cake. There were also cake slices for sale which were useful since I was wondering how the cakes looked inside. I was originally planning to get the berry cake until I saw the inside of the chocolate strawberry cake. Our celebration isn't until tomorrow, but I was assured that the cake would be fine as long as I kept it refrigerated. She also provided complimentary candles and a plastic cake knife. The price of the large cake seemed comparable to other Asian bakeries.

The experience was super smooth, they pick up the phone right away and very kind…read more On top of that... QUALITY CAKES!!! I saw the coffee jelly with soft serve is only $3.50 I gotta come back and try. Thank you everyone!

All I got to say is yummy!!! Wow their cakes are so delicious! Not too sweet not too much it's…read morebaked just right with the perfect amount of whip cream and fruits. I'm happy I was able to order a quick cake with them and being apart of a business I will definitely be back for more employee birthdays. Totally worth it and everyone was satisfied. Their service was perfect and helpful and upon arrival, it was a cute market with a bakery inside. First thing I noticed is they also have Poke! It was delicious I had to try it out once I picked up my cake.

The food is fresh. The desserts are unbelievable. The Almond croissant is the best I'll drive 25…read moreminutes to order one!

You don't have to be "gluten- free or sensitive" to enjoy anything here!…read moreYou'd never regret having scones, cheesecake, or breads here. Very friendly, and hospitable. On a very hot day, my cousins and I were treated to cold cups of kochi-ja tea w/ yuzu

LOVE this place. The cream puffs are the biggest seller here. I saw someone had driven in from a…read moredistance to order these cream puffs to go. They offer these ice packs which are genius and a must since these cream puffs will melt and worse, may not taste as great after the drive home. This place is cute and TINY. The ladies who work here are so kind,hard-working and humble about how amazing these puffs are. My favorite is the black sesame one. Of course, there are several other desserts here. Their cheesecake is another favorite of ours. Parking is limited but I've been able to snag a spot. Definitely check this place out.

Their cakes are super fancy, cute, and they all taste amazing as well! All the cakes are…read morebeautifully displayed crafted. These cakes were all a hit with my friends and I'd definitely come back to try more. It's about $5-$7 per cake slice which seems like a lot but they're all finely crafted so I think it's reasonable. They also have a drink menu which I didn't have time to try unfortunately. The workers were all quick to pack up your cakes as neatly as possible.