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RestaurantsPinwheel Cafe & Bakery

Pinwheel Cafe & Bakery

6 reviewsClosed7:30am - 3:30pm
☕Coffee Shop✨Just BecauseSolo OutingQuick & EasyFamily Time🛋️Cozy
Pinwheel Cafe & Bakery
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📍2553 Pacific Coast Hwy, Torrance, CA 90505, US
📞(310) 325-5055
🌐pinwheelcafebakery.com
Business Hours
Monday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Friday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday
7:30am - 3:30pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

Pinwheel Cafe & Bakery
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📍2553 Pacific Coast Hwy, Torrance, CA 90505, US
📞(310) 325-5055
🌐pinwheelcafebakery.com
Business Hours
Monday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Friday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday
7:30am - 3:30pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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About

Pinwheel Cafe & Bakery is a French-inspired cafe and bakery on Pacific Coast Highway in Torrance, CA. Every morning, the team handcrafts pastries and breads from scratch, bringing authentic French savoir faire to the South Bay. Guests rave about the almond and pistachio croissants, both filled and flaky, as well as the tartines and omelettes. The cozy space suits solo coffee runs, casual family outings, and everything in between. Outdoor seating adds a relaxed, unhurried feel to the experience.

Highlights

🥐
Handmade pastries dailyEvery pastry and bread is made from scratch each morning by the in-house team.
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French bakery classicsAlmond and pistachio croissants with rich fillings are among the most-loved items.
☕
Coffee and tartinesGreat coffee pairs naturally with savory tartines for a proper French cafe experience.
🌿
Cozy outdoor seatingA relaxed, welcoming space with outdoor seating suits solo visits and family mornings alike.

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