There are many neighborhoods which are unique to San Francisco and Japantown is definitely one of them places in the city. There is the Japan Center Malls which you can find all types of places to shop , drink, and even have a spa day. They have many places to eat sushi, ramen , and udon. They also have the only Benihanas in San Francisco for your hibachi fix. There are also Hotels and the Kabuki movie theater in Japantown . You can also enjoy events such as annual Cherry Blossom and Orgami Palooza. No trip to Japantown should skip this San Francisco legacy business which is located inside a grocery store in San Francisco which serves a sweet and savory legendary San Francisco classic . It's called Yasukochi's Sweetshop. On a spring stroll through Japantown and I landed at Super Mira Market and inside you will find Yasukochi's Sweetshop. There are a variety of different cakes available that are sweet and savory. They have Lemon Crunch cake for those who are about the sour in SF. On the fruit side Yellow Cake with Strawberry Cream and blueberry and cherry Danishes. I got the coffee toffee crunch cake with a savory coffee taste in a bit of sweet .The texture has a honeycomb crunch and was a bit flakey like some in SF. This cake is good for birthdays and for any other occasion. Come and treat yourself with a slice of coffee toffee crunch cake. This is a San Francisco tradition worth celebrating. Come to Japantown in San Francisco it's a blend of Japan and "Americana"go look at everything from Pokémon cards, mangas, silk komonos, and a"katana" it also has the only San Francisco location for "Benihana" plan a visit relax at a spa and "sauna" Step inside Japantown Mall for essential oils and aroma therapy at "Kohshi" and go to Mochill and get donuts like Don Juan de la matcha favorite flavor the matcha "mochi" then walk out on Buchanan past " Kimochi "half block away on Sutter don't forget to go and grab coffee toffee crunch cake at" Yasukochi" read more

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The little shop is inside of Super Mira right by the registers in the front. They sell out pretty fast, especially on weekends, so you have to go in early to get the variety of slices. They only take cash. Cake slices are 8 dollars each and if you want a whole 8-inch cake then you will need to call it in to preorder. They usually have slices of their coffee crunch, lemon crunch, chocolate with fresh cream, and matcha with matcha cream. The coffee crunch cake is my favorite here. The cake slices are pretty small, but it's so light and fluffy. I actually weighed mine just for fun and it came in at just under 2 ounces. Definitely worth trying at least once and they make a good sweet gift treat as well. read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been craving their coffee crunch cake for a while but haven't had the chance to grab a slice in time. Since I was already at the Cherry Blossom Festival early, we decided to swing by and see if any slices were still available--and we got lucky! There were two trays with at least eight people in front of us, and by the time it was our turn, she was down to her last tray. So glad we made it in time! The cake is incredibly soft, moist, and absolutely delicious--it practically melts in your mouth. Definitely come early if you want a slice, or better yet, order a full cake a day in advance! read more

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First time trying Yasukochi's Sweet Stop for the crunch cake inside Super Mira market. It was a wet rainy day for the first day SF Cherry Blossom Festival, maybe they made more slices. I waited in a short line and asked for a slice $8 CASH ONLY. They also take personal check the sign said. Tried it outside some restaurant. Its vanilla cake, whipped cream and top and side had the crunchy candy topping. I like the candy topping the best. I might get it again. Hrs: Wed-Sat 10-4. Full size cake pre-order only. read more

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Where the Heck have I been??? Omg this cake is the best thing I've tasted as far as sweets! You know I'm a savory person, but my hubs loves sweets and I've always heard about the Coffee Crunch cake and I was in luck when I was able to snag three pieces for $8 a piece. We didn't eat t until the next day but it was still amazing! So incredibly sweet but not overly sweet with a caramel coffee crunch. @$8 a piece, it was money well spent! read more

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Yasukochi's has been all over my social media feed, so I finally had to see what the hype was about -- and I get it now. A couple of things to know before you go: first, it's tucked inside a grocery store (look to the right when you walk in....I definitely wandered for a minute). Second, cash only, so come prepared. And third, and this is important, get there early. The woman working told me they typically sell out by noon or 1pm, and this is a small operation with clearly a devoted following, so that tracks. I arrived around 10:30am and was lucky enough to snag a few slices. I went for the famous Coffee Toffee Crunch Cake, which I'd been eyeing online. The texture was beautifully light, the sweetness was perfectly balanced, and the honeycomb crumble on top added a lovely little crunch. Honestly delicious. My only note: I was hoping for a stronger coffee flavor, it leaned much more toffee than coffee, which wasn't bad at all, just not quite what I expected given the name. The four stars come down to a few things: the coffee flavor didn't quite land for me, the cash-only policy is a bit inconvenient in 2026, and selling out by midday is tough for anyone who can't make it first thing in the morning. The demand is clearly there, so hopefully they're able to scale up production at some point! That said, the quality speaks for itself and I'm already planning a return visit to work through more of the menu. If you can make it early and have cash on hand, it's absolutely worth the trip. read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Coffee toffee crunch cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been wanting to try Yasukochi's Sweet Stop for the longest time, but I rarely make it out to SF. Luckily, my partner called a few days ahead and placed a pickup order for Saturday. He picked everything up that day, and we shared the cakes together on Sunday. They were amazing. The owner recommended storing them in the freezer and taking them out about two hours before eating. Surprisingly, the crunch topping stayed crisp. We ordered two coffee crunch cake and one lemon crunch cake. We also wanted to try the chocolate crunch, but they weren't making it that day. The coffee crunch ended up being our favorite! Soft, light, and creamy! The lemon crunch was yummy too, but after a few bites it felt a bit heavier for me. Overall, the cakes were amazing! The coffee crunch wasn't overly sweet compared to the lemon crunch. We'll definitely be back to try the chocolate crunch cake and roll cakes. read more

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It's really good cake, that I would probably eat on the regular. Getting there right at opening helps as well as there is no line. I got one slice of the praised cake as I wanted to try and maybe order a whole one for my birthday. The slice is $8 and CASH only. The cake is light and delicate but the taste is amazing. There are no seats as it is located in a grocery store. Make sure to have a slice before you die or they go out of business/retire. read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - $8 slice of Coffee Crunch Cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Open 10am to 4pm CASH ONLY inside the mini grocery store Someone recommended the legendary coffee crunch cake with the honeycomb topping, so we went to track it down. It's tucked inside a small grocery spot, easy to miss if you're not looking for it. First time we showed up it was closed, so we came back the next day. The cake itself looked like a Japanese sponge cake which I'm a big fan of. Texture wise it was light and airy like I expected. The honeycomb topping had a really nice crunch and great flavor, definitely the highlight. That said, it was much sweeter than I was prepared for. A few bites in and it felt like sugar overload for me. Overall, it wasn't quite my thing because of the sweetness but I'm still glad we made the trip and tried it. It's one of those desserts you hear about and just have to judge for yourself. read more

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Me and my girlfriend came here on a Friday and the coffee cake is really good. Taste like coffee. Customer service here is super friendly I think it's family run. The ambience is really nice. They sell spam musubi only Jerry's and other small Japanese treats and good. read more

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I've been coming to Japan Town for decades and yet never knew this place existed. We were in the area, so I decided to give it a shot. It's located inside a market which is probably why I never ran into this place. They have slices read to go and overall the cake was pretty good. I'm not sure if $8 a slice is too much, but needed to try it. It's not revolutionary, but good. Glad places like this exist within Japan Town and hope it continues to thrive. read more

The coffee crunch is fireeeeeeee I doubted this place at first bc how good can cake be; yes it can be that good. I came at 11:30 and we luckily got the last 3 slices. Would 100000% come back read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Coffee crunch - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

First time back in a long time. Ordered the 7" coffee cake ($55 cash), which you need to do ahead of time via phone. Still a solid cake, but definitely tastes better cold or straight from the freezer. On the sweeter side so keep that in mind when ordering. read more

Yasukochi Sweet Stop - A dessert you don't just eat, you miss. I've been eating this cake for years - long enough to see the founder's generation pass and the next one take over without losing the flavor, the texture, or the soul. In a city where bakeries modernize and "elevate," Yasukochi remains exactly what it has always been: a classic. This is old-school Japanese-American sponge cake at its finest - soft but not fragile, sweet in that unmistakable 70s-80s American way, held together by a thin, perfectly crisp coffee honeycomb crunch that dissolves instantly instead of sticking to your teeth. You can find cakes inspired by this style across the U.S., but almost no one executes it at this level. Simple, nostalgic, and - somehow - unforgettable. Lady M is my routine. Valley Fair offers free parking, easy access, and plenty of people who browse without buying. If I walk in, I'm buying. It's modern precision: clean, consistent, engineered to never fail. Yasukochi is something entirely different. You can't just show up. You call early. Leave your name and number. Hope slices remain. Arrive before 3:30 PM - or it's gone. San Francisco parking is impossible, and more than once I've simply Uber'd there because it was the only way to make it in time. Buying four slices isn't cheap - not the cake, not the Uber, not the time - and yet it still feels worth it. That's when you understand: Lady M can be bought. Yasukochi must be earned. One is luxury by convenience. The other is luxury by scarcity - the kind only a decades-old family shop can create. And that's why a month without this cake feels wrong. Not because the cake is rare, but because the memory it carries is irreplaceable. A flavor preserved through generations - sweet, honest, and exactly what it should be. Five stars. A landmark. Not for perfection, but for preservation. - Dr. C Only writing for what truly earns the stars. read more

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Finally trying this place after having this on a list of must try places in the city! My boyfriend and I planned a whole day in the city and specifically chose this place for our mid day sweet treat! We love coming to Japan town and looking at all the different shops and locally owned business'! One thing to keep in mind is that the bakery is cash only! We had no idea but luckily there was an ATM outside. When we used the ATM, one of our bills we had requested got stuck but the staff inside were able to assist! They're so kind and will answer any questions you may have! The ambiance is very nice inside too. Very nice grocery store with its bakery area to the side, locals coming in and out- it's beautiful to see business' thrive! The grocery store has a pretty wide selection of read to eat foods and snacks! They also have a lot of toiletries, drinks and Japanese goods inside! We had purchased a single slice of their famous cake and I believe a single slice was only $8. They offer 8-9 inch cake orders but those must be ordered a full day or two in advanced! The cake was absolutely delicious! It was like a mix between a biscoff cookie, toffee and peanut brittle. It's absolutely delicious! Very sweet! The yellow cake inside is perfectly moist and fluffy and the whipped cream is delicious. The outside was a bit too sweet for me so I ate more of the cake and whipped filling with little bites of the crust! My boyfriend has a huge sweet tooth and I'm sure if he had a full cake, he'd finish it in one sitting. Absolutely delicious! I'm so glad we finally made the time to have a slice read more

while it's still on the pallette... 10/10 first of all LOL I had an idea of what I was getting myself into but I left a bit of a surprise. I initially thought it was *coffee* cake in the LITERAL sense, which would've turned me off, but as I've learned with the American language, don't take things literally ahehehe This is a coffee *accompaniment* to be precise. The crunchy topping is of caramelized sugar: airy, light, crispy (crunchy). The light and delicate crumb of the cake is simple and grasps the candy with the whipped cream layers in-between. $6 is perfectly priced. It's just enough to share for 2 if you're not a sweet tooth (but it's honestly not that sweet, it's extremely balanced) but delightfully indulgent for one. You can still move around and dance around the city after this slice, and still want another sweet to close the evening. 10/10, delightful, simple and the best texture balance in a cake slice by far. read more

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The coffee crunch cake was amazing!! I've heard of this place before and it's inside the supermarket from the main japantown place. They only take cash, so make sure you bring some to buy their desserts. I would definitely recommend trying the coffee crunch cake. I really liked the coffee cream and the toffee candies as the flavors just go so well together. read more

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The iconic crunch cake does not disappoint! The slice is a mere 1 inch, leaving me wanting more - worth getting a whole cake instead. The crunchy honeycomb bits are a nice texture contrast to the soft moist cake! Some bits have a burnt/bitter taste but this may be just me. Nonetheless I really enjoyed it - not too sweet as well. read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Coffee crunch cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

The coffee crunch cake is legendary here. Though they are a bit smaller than before but they are just as yummy. And it's not even super sweet. You have to try it to really understand. These were my one birthday ask and I got it. I got 6 slices and it was $48. Worth every penny! This bake shop is located in a mini market towards the right as you walk in. Go check it out it worth the try if you haven't yet! read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Coffee crunch cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I think Yasukochi's Sweet Stop's Coffee Crunch Cake is good, but I don't think its $8/slice good. The slice itself is pretty small. The sponge part of the cake is soft. Nothing to complain about there. Its the type of Sponge Cake that is used in Asian Cakes. The cream is kind of light (and sweet?). I don't think its worth the hype. But I'm glad I got to try it. read more

Located inside a corner market store, it was a little hard to find. A must try. Been serving this cake for 50 years! Delicious! Share with a friend. #spicemeister approved. read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Coffee Crunch Cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Love the coffee crunch cake! Easy to order on the phone. I wish there was an online ordering system. They take cash only. read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Coffee Crunch Cake - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Yasukochi's is an SF institution. Yes, they only take cash, and yes, it's expensive at $8 a slice. You'll find the ordering counter tucked in the right corner of the Super Mira grocery store. The slices typically sell out pretty early in the day, but we happened to get one of the remaining few when coming around noon. The slices are thinner compared to before, but it's still a pretty solid slice of cake. If you don't have a big sweet tooth, this cake is pretty sweet and I would probably pair it with an espresso or coffee. It's worth at least one try! The coffee crunch contrasts nicely with the soft cream and fluffy cake in both texture and taste. The cake itself is not that sweet and helps balance out how saccharine the coffee crunch is. read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - coffee crunch slice - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Cash only, absolutely amazing cake. Taste like nothing you had before. Perfect balance between the fresh cake and cream and coffee cream and toffee candies. Sold out quickly, you have to come before noon to get to try this legendary cake. read more

These cakes are sooo yummy but cash only? In 2025? Please update your system! Each slice is $8 or a whole cake is $55. Must order full cakes the day before! The toffee crunch was delicious and the cake on the inside was a light fluffy white cake with yummy cream. It's located in a Japanese market. Again CASH ONLY! Pleasssseee accept credit cards read more

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Honestly, they are serving up some of the best damn cake I've ever had. And I love cake. There are things to know about this sweet stop: - CASH ONLY. - Only open Wed-Sat. - They will sell out! Best way to guarantee getting a slice or two is to come early when they open at 10am. Or buy a whole ass cake. If you don't see anyone at the counter, ring the bell. If they are sold out for the day, there will be a sign. No frills. They are a straight shot and trust me when I say it's worth it! I've come many times just to leave as they have sold out for the day. Delicious. Addicting. I need more. read more

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A tiny counter with the most glorious coffee crunch cake. They sell out daily so order a whole one and share with friends. The lady is always careful to wrap each slice and asks if you're eating the cake today or late. The cake freezes REALLY well so you can def keep some for later. The taste is more like a toasted marshmallow than coffee. I had my bf try it because he hates coffee and he liked the cake. The grocery store that the bakery sits in is cute and also has interesting finds. Overall one of my 2025 top 5 bites. I'll continue to order cakes and share with friends. read more

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**CASH ONLY** And located inside of a grocery store. Came around noon on a Saturday and they were almost sold out, highly recommend coming earlier since all they had was the coffee crunch and I wish I was able to try more flavors. The coffee crunch is super addicting, I thought it would be super fluffy, but the cake itself is more on the spongey and dense side which really balances well with the cream. The cream and cake aren't too sweet, all the sweetness really comes from the coffee or toffee on top. All together there's just a very nice balance of flavors and textures. read more

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Famous cake. Always sold out by the end of day. Fluffy and crunchy. The best in SF. Try it! read more

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I've known about yasukochi's sweet shop for so long but never tried it. Came by on a random saturday around 2pm and there were only 7 slices left. Each slice costs $8 and it is cash/check only btw! The shop owner said the cakes were frozen so we had wait a bit before digging in. I love the toffee crunch on top of the cake which was very addicting to eat. I wish a layer of it was also in the middle of the cake! The cake itself tasted a little on the dry side for my liking. Overall, decent cake and worth a try if you're in japantown. read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Got the infamous coffee crunch cake to celebrate a birthday. Definitely recommend buying the entire cake to share with friends ($55) vs a single slice ($8). We placed an order two days before and picked it up during lunch hours with no issues. The cake tastes very much like a sponge cake with cream. Definitely recommend as this place is an SF must try! read more

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I finally stopped by early enough to grab a slice of this crunch cake and it's soo worth the hype!! Absolutely amazing - one of my favorite slices of cake in the Bay Area. The crumb was dense but soft and moist. I love the amount of cream & crunchy toffee bits between each layer. The texture of the cake, cream, and toffee bits in each bite was absolutely delicious! It was also the perfect balance of sweet and creamy. It wasn't too heavy or too sweet like American style cakes either. I'd definitely purchase a whole cake from here! read more

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I came 30 min after opening and the wait was about 10 minutes. I got the coffee crunch cake and mocha roll with strawberry cream. They were $8 per slice. Personally, I enjoyed the roll more than the famous crunch cake. Perfect sweetness and moist! read more

The Coffee Toffee cake was absolutely delicious! What a wonderful taste of San Francisco!

Though $8 for a small slice of cake is a tad on the expensive side, I would really recommend trying it! The sponge is light and fluffy, and the crunchy outer layer is perfect with the sweet whipped cream. Support local and legacy businesses! read more

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop - Coffee Cake slice - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got the coffee crunch cake for 8 dollars. They only take cash which is fine. The service was really quick and the lady was really nice. The cake wasn't too sweet and the coffee crunch was really good overall. The only reason i made it three stars was because it was kind if expensive for one slice of cake. There isnt any seating but theres seating by japantown. read more

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So, after long trying to get the taste of that coffee crunch cake, I finally was able to go into the shop and buy that cake! Wow, the first bite was soo amazing and worth all the praise. Although the cake is a plain sponge cake, the top crunchy layer is a pure wonder - made of honeycomb bits, it just serves as crunchy for the first half and then just melts in your mouth for the second half :D It feels so light and not sweet at all and I was able to finish a slice in one go with having to have coffee in between!! Only thing is that the bakery / sweet shop only accepts cash and is located within a local grocery store. Be sure to carry some cash to get the slice of coffee crunch cake which was about 8$ when I bought it. The owner was very pleasant and also waited for us to get cash as she already packed the slices before we realised we didn't have any cash with us. Since its close to Japatown's Center, also plan for a nice stroll on a pleasant day or head to the east mall if you want to spend time indoors! read more

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I'm a SF Native and this is the first I've heard about this hidden gem. It's tucked away in a corner store - Super Mira Market and you have to get there early as the slices of cake do sell out. I got there right when it opened and there were two couples already there. It's cash only and it's true you can only buy slices of the cake. If you'd like a whole cake you need to order in advance. There's a very sweet lady that helped me at the counter and asks if when you'll be eating the cake and if you'll need a fork. She gives instructions on what to do should you decide to eat it later. I will say the slice of the cake is really pricey. It's $8 per slice and they're not very big. For the price of this tiny box of treats, I should've just ordered a whole cake and paid a little extra. (Next time) The cake(s) are delicious! If you come to SF and visit Japantown - stop by and grab a slice of cake! read more

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Happened to stop by on a Wednesday and also happened to have cash so I felt it was meant to be = $8 for a slice of coffee crunch cake. Service was friendly and the crunch is still deliciously the same through the slices are smaller and the cake a bit dry (not dry-dry but not super fresh, moist, and fluffy like it used to be). Maybe also a bit sweeter? Still decently good if you've never had the OG version. I loved the OG coffee crunch cake and would be really excited for it. I miss the grandma-- RIP. read more

Food 4.5/5 The coffee crunch cake here is delicious!! Not your typical coffee cake but this one tastes like a light and airy version of a pound cake. It is $8 a slice and cash only. Personally, I think $8 a slice is kind of expensive but probably worth it if you just go for the 8" cake which is $55. Service 5/5 The lady selling the cake is very nice, she gave me two slices because she said the slices were kinda thin. She also reminds you to leave the cake in the fridge if not eaten the day of. Ambiance 4/5 It is located inside a Japanese supermarket. Not the usual good looking cafes/bakery you've seen, but the cake is definitely worth your visit! read more