Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab - Gardena, California

Edith O.

This is my take on Tiger Coffee Lab

**Location:**
Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab is nestled in a small strip mall in Gardena, California. While parking can be a bit tight due to the shared space with other businesses, there’s an underground parking area and additional spots behind the mall, making it manageable.

**Ambiance:**
The vibe at Smoking Tiger is lively and chatty, perfect for those who enjoy a bustling atmosphere. It's a popular spot for remote workers, with many patrons conducting Zoom calls and meetings. The baristas are not only friendly but also quite efficient, which adds to the overall welcoming environment.

**Service:**
Service here is generally prompt, with drinks typically ready in about 5-7 minutes. However, during the busy morning rush, it can take up to 15 minutes, so plan accordingly if you're in a hurry.

**Drinks:**
I usually opt for their corn latte, which I highly recommend. The creaminess and subtle sweetness of the corn foam perfectly complement the coffee, making for a delightful and underrated drink experience.

**Overall Rating:**
Overall, I would rate Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab a solid four out of five stars. The combination of a vibrant ambiance, quick service, and delicious drinks makes it a worthy destination for coffee lovers in the area.

Kiratjot S.

I recently visited Smoking Tiger Bakery and was impressed by both their space and their baked goods. The bakery itself has a cozy and inviting atmosphere, with a rustic decor that gave it a charming and unique feel. The staff was very helpful in finding the right choices for my friends.
The baked goods were absolutely delicious, I particularly enjoyed the croissants, the bread and the cake. They were fresh, flaky, and had a perfect balance of sweetness.
The only downside to my experience was that I left wanting more! I'll definitely be back soon to try more of their treats.

Tree N.

Chill vibe and one of the best croissants I’ve ever had. It was also huge. It was labeled as guava marscapone but I’m sure there was also strawberry on top. Soooooo good. I tried their signature Tiger Latte - I didn’t expect it to be iced but I was not disappointed. This was perfect. The baristas were very nice and came over to show me around since it was my first time. Seems like a nice, quiet, and well lit spot to get some work done if you need.

Jenny

came here on a thrusday lunch hour !
Place looked a little busy, not too bad !
Did my order over to phone, which helps a lot if you're getting it to go fast !
Had a pretty good selection of different breads that were delicious!
Sadly, I didn't take a picture of those 2 scrumptious breads 😞
Ordered
1 Tiger Latte 5.75 16oz 10/10
1 Hojicha Late $6 16oz 7/10
1 Smokin' Spaniard $5.75 16oz 8/10

Cream Cheese Garlic Bread $6 10/10
Bacon & Chive Crossants $6 10/10

The only thing I have to say is that it's crazy how much ice they put in the drinks ! I order another Tiger Latte w/ no ice for my boss & wow, it's not even halfway on the cup. He loved the drink but didn't like how so little they give & I get it their business, but now I know for next.

Dawn M.

LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Spaniard latte is my fave, but the tiger and banana are also solid (the latter not my fave though some people love the banana flavor)... love the scones, esp cookie mochi, cinnamon and ube. The pastries are also good- son loves the garlic potato chip bun/bread. It's really good... but seems so dirty, I can't have more than a bite.

Melissa

Plenty of seating, great drinks, and a variety of pastries with clearly labeled allergens. I was able to get a Jeju Matcha latte with plant-based milk and a vegan Mochi Pie pastry.

Levi R.

Great interesting coffee. I like the smoking tiger latte iced. The pastries are crazy.

Katina S.

I visited this place for the first time. Wow, they really know coffee. I had a chai latte, it was prepared perfectly and served at the right temperature. My sister had a flaky custard pastry that was buttery, flaky, with a glazed sugar coating. It was delicious.