This shop always does a good job it has my heart never has disappointed me every time I've came. Best baos I've tried & the pastries are very delicious, place is small but very clean, kind staff & very friendly. This place always gives us everything fresh. Can't wait to have some more for the next visit!

Visiting LA for a few weeks and I had the best experience here out of all the cafes I've tried out during my trip. I was assisted by the loveliest of baristas, Sybil (I hope I spelled that right!) despite it being a relatively busy Sunday afternoon. They not only were friendly immediately upon us entering, but they were loaded with helpful suggestions and made sure we got exactly what we were looking for. We got the jalapeño hot dog bun and an iced mocha, both of which were incredibly delicious. The iced mocha was well made (from one barista to another) and my partner devoured the hot dog in a matter of seconds because it was so good. Though tiny, it has an impeccable atmosphere, and I'd absolutely put this at the top of anyone's list who is looking for a real gem around the Little Tokyo area. A pleasant surprise as we wandered around.

I love coming to this bakery for their savory buns especially the steamed ones. They're soft and full of meaty goodness. My faves are pork and chicken. (Keep in mind on weekends they can run out of these.) However their baked foods are also very delicious. I recommended their bread and strawberry anything but mostly the cake and snow pie. They offer drinks too. I had the matcha latte. It was ok. I probably wouldn't order it again here.

Stopped in for small breakfast. I tried their steamed pepperoni and corn bun and ham and egg bun. The steamed bun was delicious but the ham one was okay. The price is right so I didn't make a noise about it. There's free one hour parking with validation. This is a nice little spot to just grab some quick snacks and drinks.

This place gets packed and for good reason! Delicious sweet pastries, yummy soft serve vanilla ice cream! And savory goodies to eat as well this places does not have seating inside but you can enjoy your treats out near a fountain

Was sitting on a bench near by and kept seeing a solid line form out the door here and so my brother went inside to get us some buns. I tried the pizza one & I really liked it. My husband got the taco one & he said it was good as well. I dont remember which one my brother got but he said it was just okay. The store is stacked with goodies and like i said, the lines were consistent and they seemed very nice and patient with everyone.

It's a small shop, kinda cramped, but that's the vibe...like you're supposed to stand in line, order, get your stuff & go. It's fine. The customer service is friendly and efficient. I've decided this is my favorite place to get a Matcha Latte. It's creamy and sweet, not bitter at all...and perfect for someone like me who enjoys sweet drinks. I pair it with the Curry Bao--fluffy, pillowy with the yummy filling. Okay, it's pretty much the perfect little breakfast when I'm in this area. Find a bench in the plaza and enjoy the atmosphere of Little Tokyo LA. If you have more of a sweet tooth, I suggest the Red Bean Bao. That's delicious too.

Yamazaki Bakery has become a beloved staple for me whenever I visit Little Tokyo, and for good reason. The soft-serve vanilla ice cream they serve is simply divine, a creamy delight that never fails to hit the spot. It's the perfect treat to enjoy while exploring the vibrant streets of Little Tokyo. But the indulgence doesn't stop there. Yamazaki Bakery also boasts an impressive array of baked goods, each one more delicious than the last. From fluffy pastries to savory treats, there's something for everyone here.

Delicious curry bun. I tried that and the yuzu cream bun. The cream bun was ok, but nothing to write home about. Still, the star is definitely their steamed buns. Very generous filling, soft and served hot! Great hearty snack or meal if you get several. The staff were really nice and helpful when I was torn between the curry donut and curry bun. It's a humble shop in the middle of the plaza, and definitely shouldn't be missed!

Little Tokyo essential food destination. It's a small joint serving out savory and sweet goodies well into the night. Also, open early for locals looking for sustenance. The move here is definitely the savory, meat filled steamed buns, served piping hot for $3.50 (2024). 2 of these are a meal in itself. 4 stars.