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Mitsuru Cafe
$ · Bakery

117 Japanese Village Plaza Mall, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 613-1028
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Best Bakery in Downtown LA

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Mitsuru Cafe 7.7
Downtown LA
Vibes: Sweet Treats Escapes Quick Bites Champions
A long-standing Little Tokyo sweets counter focused on fresh mochi and imagawayaki-style pastries. Seating is minimal and the line can be steady, but the treats are warm, handmade, and very tied to neighborhood tradition.
Must-Try Dishes: Fresh Mochi Assortment, Imagawayaki (Red Bean Cake), Dango Skewers
Scores:
Value: 8.3 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.6 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 6.1 Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Fresh mochi and imagawayaki made daily in Little Tokyo.
Who should go: Traditional Japanese dessert fans.
When to visit: Afternoon when cakes come off the griddle.
What to order: Mochi box, imagawayaki, dango.
Insider tip: Eat imagawayaki warm—texture is best right away.

Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11am - 5pm
Thursday11am - 5pm
Friday11am - 5pm
Saturday11am - 6pm
Sunday11am - 6pm