This was my first time stopping in Tsutsumi here on a Sawtelle Recently been seeing a couple of viral videos talking about their trademark crêpes. So I had a buck Mark and then I realized I've driven by here many many times before and luckily I was able to find parking right outside. I'm walked in and placed my order for the asakusa twilight crepe on the kiosk. There was a group of folks right in front of me so it took a little bit. I have time for them to make my crepe I didn't mind it. It was very enjoyable and like what all the videos were saying that is layered in a way where the first bite is going to be different from the bites in the middle and then the bites towards the end. I'm glad there's some different textures and taste that come with it. I'm glad I came in and tried this especially on a day. It wasn't too crazy busy. read more

Crepes: 4.5/5 Tsutsumi is a Japanese artisan crepe shop with a big focus on hojicha, which immediately caught my attention since I've been getting a little over matcha and more into hojicha lately. I really liked how balanced the flavors were and that the crepe wasn't overly sweet. There was also more going on inside than just cream and fruit, which I appreciated since I've had plenty of crepes where the filling felt pretty basic. People can argue about whether the pricing is worth it, but I see this as something you experience for yourself and decide from there. Personally, I'm glad a dessert shop like this exists and brings a different style of Japanese crepe to LA. Ordering & Experience: 5/5 You order through a kiosk, and then you can watch through the glass as they make your crepe. I enjoyed seeing the preparation process--it adds to the experience rather than simply ordering and waiting for your dessert to appear. Location & Parking: 3.5/5 It's located on Sawtelle, so street parking is available...if you can find it. I probably wouldn't make a special trip solely for the crepe, but I'd definitely stop by again whenever I'm already in the area. Ambiance: 4/5 It wasn't crowded during my visit, so the noise level was low. It feels more like a casual dessert stop than somewhere you'd spend a long time hanging out. Overall: 4/5 A nice introduction to Japanese-style crepes if you haven't had the chance to visit Japan. I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way for it, but if I'm around Sawtelle and craving hojicha, I'd happily come back and try another one. read more

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I saw this place pop up on my Instagram reels and bookmarked it to try. We ordered the number #1 special on a Monday evening. It was tasty and pretty on top with a cream top and cold ice cream scoop. However the farther we got down the crepe, there was basically no filling and we were eating just a crepe folded in itself. For $15 a crepe this was just okay. We were also the only customers inside the shop for 30 minutes while the crepe shop down the sidewalk was super busy This place also offered drinks and savory crepes and the menu looks interesting. It was also very clean inside! read more

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Super cute place! Definitely want to try the rest of the flavors on their menu. Ordered the matcha banana brulee crepe. Loved the matcha flavor, especially how the outside crepe is also matcha flavored, not just plain. And it had crunchy pieces layered inside which added an extra layer of yumminess. Not sure if it rivals millete crepe, but definitely worth trying the next time you're in Sawtelle read more

Tsutsumi - Creperies Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My friends and I were craving a sweet treat after we ate dinner in sawtelle. I was intrigued by the kamon poster because the crepe cones had like a bajillion things inside the crepe. I ordered at the self-serve kiosk and the crepe came out shortly after. It was fairly expensive for what I got, but the crepe was such a interesting treat. Each bite was something different as it had different textures, flavors and taste. The hojicha cream was definitely the highlight of the crepe, I do wish that the crepe was a little bit crispier. Even though this was a good dessert, I would not get it again due to the price. Definitely something worth trying once. read more

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Sooo delicious. Got their #2 special it's the hojicha one and I devoured it in a mere few minutes. Loved everything about it and will definitely return for more. Service was fast. Ordering was very easy. It was only about $12 read more

Tsutsumi - The hojicha crepe - Creperies Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It's very evident that this place is in its early opening stages, but the desserts speak for themselves. There's simple seating options indoors and outdoors and decor is minimal. Ordering is done through two touch-screen kiosks right next to the door. Staffing is minimal here, but the one person making all the crepes was fast. The Asakusa was delicious and each bite had its own subtle flavors. read more

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Visually exciting! But palatally confusing. ? We were very intrigued by the poster on the store's window with the cross sectional depiction of the "Kamon signatures"- a veritable skyscraper of flavors all packed into the crepe. So I had to try it. I chose the "Asakusa twilight" hoping for a new twist on chocolate and raspberry. Well hojicha does not make for a great throuple...or perhaps we just got too much hojicha in our crepe. But no regrets here for trying! There is a nice looking selection of brûléed and other crepes as well. More of a to go place with limited indoor seating , but definitely stick around to watch the crepe assembly line. Service was quick read more

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Was so excited to see another japanese crepe place opening in LA! Tsutsumi serves both creme bruelle and harujuku style crepes (whipped creamy). They also have 2 specialty crepes that contain hojicha, my favorite! I tried both of their specialty crepes, the Asakusa and Kamon. Both costed around $14, which is steep for a premium crepe. The initial bite of hojicha was super good! However, I do wish there was more filling as the second-half of the crepe felt empty. The texture of the crepes were soft and chewy. Limited seating outside and inside. You order at the kiosk and pick up at the counter. No free water so either buy their bottled water or bring your own. read more

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Dessert: - Kamon No 1: Good variety of components in this crepe! Not too sweet, each bite led to a new component of the crepe - Seating is limited only 4 tables read more

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The rotating restaurants in this location keeps going, this time it's a Japanese crepe place. The selection is pretty big with a lot of unique Asian inspired flavors. Crepes are well made and the wait times are pretty low. I would say these are pretty comparable to millet on the same street. Definitely worth a try if you like crepe desserts! read more

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The Asakusa Twilight crepe is so gorgeous and such a lot of fun to eat! :) Digging through all the layers of the crepe, and getting a surprise in each bite. read more

Tsutsumi - ASAKUSA Twilight - Creperies Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This crepe is in the heart of sawtelle next to Dan's modern Chinese. The shop is undergoing a soft opening, so theres no much details but they offer 3 types of crepes. Cloud crepes with whipped cream top. Brulee crepes with scorched sugar. Seasonal crepes with matcha and other distinct fillings (like fruits and cheesecake). The interior is clean but still undergoing opening. A trash can was left in the middle of the aisle. They have cone holders for when they place the crepes on the counter. Generally no interaction with staff. I ordered the smores crepe. It came with chocolate buttons, a graham cracker, toasted marshmallow bits, and topped with chocolate syrup. I chose chocolate ice cream for the inside. The toppings and ice cream was generally good with the ice cream being light and creamy. The chocolate button added a bit of texture and the marshmallow further fluffed the cream. The crepe itself was the weakest point. It felt flimsy and weak (did not break) but I did appreciate the chocolate stripes layered in the batter. Whilst I enjoyed the crepe, I do think the batter could be improved. The tinge of the crepe was fairly yellow and could be done better. All in all, it was an enjoyable crepe. read more

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Tried Asakusa Twilight. It was delightfully scrumptious. Ordered via kiosk and it came fast. Enjoyed every bite that came with different flavors and textures. Will definitely come back and try others soon. read more

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I had the salted caramel butter with ice cream and my husband had the yuzu mochi sorbet. I love the crepe! I was looking for this kind of "not too sweet" crepes! read more

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Pretty awesome crepe spot! I'm surprised this isn't more popular as it is bomb! We got the ASAKUSA twilight and it did not disappoint. Not sweet, good flavors and overall very refreshing. It doesn't feel overly heavy or sweet so it's a great dessert. Their fresh creme is bomb. My only complaint is that it is a bit on the smaller side especially for a $15 price tag. I would come back :) read more

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Stopped by for some sweet after dinner. Still in soft opening period, shop is nice, clean and good decor. They do have both inside and outside seating area. It's only self service vis kiosk upon entrance (right at the door, can be trafficked if Customers is slow). Small menu but good option of crepes. Open concept kitchen where you can see how they make your crepes. You don't interact with staff much except when you're pick up the order. The crepe is good, tasty and well presented. Overall, good place for crepes with decent prices and nice open space. read more

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Had the Asakusa and man, that thing is taaaaasty! Sweetness is at a Japanese level of sweet but not overly sweet, but there's a ton of varying things in it to change up the texture. Would come back the order the other special crepe they have. Btw-artwork on the Asakusa was pretty awesome. read more

This crepe place has a lot of varieties, has proper seating, the lighting is really nice. The crepes are not too sweet, but sweet enough that I'm not going to come very often, but if I want crepe in Sawtelle I would come here. I appreciate that there's no line here, but I don't understand why more people are not coming here and would rather wait in long lines. I've waited in those lines before, and honestly this place has more variety. read more

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Stumbled upon this crepe shop as we were walking towards Marugame Udon and wanted to check it out! Newly opened spot that was having a soft opening but looked like everything on the menu was available. (FYI where unetto, pasta shop used to be) Got the s'mores cloud melt and I was pleasantly surprised on how good it was. They make the crepe right on the spot instead of having it premade and the make the crepe so that the entire cone has the filling of the different ingredients, just not on the top. The one we got was not super sweet which I didn't mind. Totally would go back to try the others. Price was reasonable! The s'mores cloud melt was 9.95 without tax so not bad in my opinion. The inside was nice and basic with multiple seating areas, also can see the crepes being made in front of you. Would recommend going to try it out! read more

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"Mediocre." The window menu looked great, so I had high expectations when I ordered, but it was very expensive and tasteless. It looked really good, but it was overpriced and disappointing. read more

Checked out Tsutsumi in Sawtelle recently and came away really impressed. I don't eat crepes all that often, but these were easily some of the best I've had. It's also in the heart of Sawtelle, so it's an easy stop if you're spending the day in the area. The Sukiyaki Crepe was my favorite by far. I haven't had many savory crepes before, but this one completely won me over. The flavors all came together really well, and I'd order it again in a heartbeat. On the sweet side, the Banana Hojicha Brûlée Crepe was another standout. The hojicha gave it this earthy, almost chocolate-like flavor that made it different from your usual dessert crepe. We also tried the Strawberry Matcha Brûlée Crepe, which was really good too. The drinks were solid as well. I especially enjoyed the Iced Matcha Yuzu Latte, and the Iced Hojicha Strawberry Latte paired nicely with the crepes. Overall, a really enjoyable spot, and I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Sawtelle. read more

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This was honestly the best crepe I've ever had! The cream was perfectly balanced--not too sweet and not too light--with a soft, airy texture that made it incredibly delicious. The crepe itself tasted rich, with a wonderful buttery aroma. The hojicha crepe was especially amazing--the roasted tea flavor was so fragrant, and it stayed delicious all the way to the last bite without ever getting boring. I can't wait to come back again soon read more

I finally tried the Hojicha Strawberry Brulee I'd been curious about for a while. I loved that it wasn't overly sweet. The crepe was packed with cream and fresh strawberries, and everything tasted really fresh. I definitely want to come back and try some of the other flavors next time. read more

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I tried the Asakusa Twilight, and really enjoyed the combination of hojicha, whipped cream, chocolate and raspberry flavors. You order on the touch screen so interaction with the staff is limited, but the person that called out our order gave a friendly smile and thank you. Inside has a stylish modern feel with a few tables You can also site outside on the patio for some good people watching and occasional dog petting. read more

Why are the reviews so bad I like the layers in the asakusa twilight, the houjicha flavor and the crunchy bits inside were super delightful. I hope that this place gets more popular! Vibes of the place are nice, everything is clean, and service was pretty quick even on a Sunday read more

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Love the authentic and unique crepes here! The attention to detail is so nice and love the flavors like hojicha and crème brûlée

High quality ingredients and 10/10 on taste. The folks running the place seem nice and keep the place clean. Walking around on a cool night in Sawtelle almost brought me back to walking thru Harajuku with a crepe in hand earlier this year. read more

This place is just okay. I felt like the custard was a little too thick and pudding like. We ordered the matcha berry, the Nutella and the banana. Not enough Nutella in the Nutella crepe and the fruit to custard ratio was lacking. I also feel like granola is an odd choice for crunch because it gets a little soggy. Perhaps consider cornflakes or crispy rice. The service was nothing special but it did take a little a long to get our crepes. Don't love the dark atmosphere read more

Had a couple crepes and both were fantastic in their own ways. Great variety and every crepe is polished to perfection, a lot goin on but the flavor isn't muddled at all, just super cohesive & tasty. read more

Overall Tsutsumi has really amazing crepes! Specifically the Strawberry Velvet Brulee was not only the perfect portion but overall the fruit was fresh. Asakusa Twilighy is also very good and was the Kamon signature. read more

I tried their cloud crepe...with much anticipation. BUT it seemed to me "cloud" was just another name for whipped cream? called cloud? I mean it sounded special but it was just whipped cream. Plus the taste was meh - did not have much taste. I don't know.. I just couldn't finish it. Overall - disappointing :( :(. I expected something amazing but it wasn't... overpriced. read more

used to be the pasta place, and they didn't change a bit of the interior. ordered banana hojicha crepe with vanilla icecream, the crepe is very wet and the wrapping is difficult to peel off. there is indoor sitting but it gets crowded really quickly. personally i enjoy the other crepe place more down the street. read more

Savory sukiyaki crepe was perfect! Delicious. Everyone should try it, the crepe batter itself is delicate, and the meat inside is tender and sweet. read more

We ordered a banana I ferno brulee and it was absolutely heavenly. First time trying this place and it did not disappoint. We actually ordered as well from the place down the street and this one was hands down much better. It was fast, friendly and delicious. read more

Great service and yummy crepes! Come here if you are looking for a treat! The hojicha crepe had great flavor and blended well with the cream which was light and fluffy but not too sweet. Definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu! read more

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Had the hojicha crepe w vanilla ice cream Nutella banana strawberries. It was a good bang for your buck and tasty!

Friendly staff but these crepes were made for mice?lol Same price as millet crepe but less than half the size, we ordered crepes with ice cream but there was barely any? Literally only 1-2 literal tablespoons worth and I don't think I even got 1 strawberry but more like *half* of 1 and only 4 coin slices of banana?? What's going on here‍ read more

The premium sashimi combo featured thick cuts of fish that completely melted in my mouth. I also ordered a warm bowl of miso soup that had a wonderful savory flavor. read more

so yummy! excited for the future of this place! it's Japanese style crepes, so it's a different experience from Millet.