Question 1

Where is Yamari located?

Accepted Answer

You can find Yamari at 3525 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90503, inside the Mitsuwa food court.

Question 2

What are Yamari's hours?

Accepted Answer

Yamari is open Monday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

Question 3

How can I contact Yamari?

Accepted Answer

You can reach Yamari by phone at (310) 328-8333. To browse their full menu and learn more about their matcha offerings, visit tsujirihei.co.jp.

Question 4

What does Yamari serve?

Accepted Answer

Yamari is a tea room specializing in ceremonial-grade Uji matcha drinks and desserts. The menu includes iced matcha lattes, matcha affogatos, matcha soft serve, matcha parfaits, an einspanner, and a strawberry matcha. They also sell Uji matcha powder so you can enjoy the quality at home.

Question 5

What is Franki?

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Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of Yamari on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring.

Question 6

What are popular items at Yamari?

Accepted Answer

Guests frequently rave about the matcha soft serve, the matcha parfait, and the strawberry matcha, which reviewers describe as boldly flavored without being too sweet. The matcha affogato, with its strong earthy matcha paired with creamy ice cream, is also a standout. For fans of pure, intense matcha flavor, the iced matcha latte and straight Uji matcha drinks draw consistent praise.

Question 7

What is the price range at Yamari?

Accepted Answer

Yamari sits at a fine dining price point, typically $50 or more per person, which reflects the use of high-quality ceremonial-grade Uji matcha across the menu.

Question 8

What is the story behind Yamari?

Accepted Answer

Yamari draws its name and heritage from Tsuji Rihei Honten, a tea house founded in Uji, Japan in 1860 by Tsuji Rihei, who bought a tea plantation to help revive the region's struggling tea industry. The name Yamari combines the characters for mountain and advantage, taken from his family lineage. That deep respect for Uji tea craftsmanship continues to shape every cup served today.

Question 9

Is Yamari a good spot for a date night or group hangout?

Accepted Answer

Yamari works well for a range of occasions, from a relaxed solo outing or afternoon pick-me-up to a date night or group hangout. Its location inside the Mitsuwa food court keeps things casual, and the focused, high-quality matcha menu gives every visit a sense of occasion.

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