News Summary
Cafe Knotted, a popular dessert cafe from South Korea, has opened its first U.S. location in Century City, Los Angeles. Known for its unique doughnuts and coffee drinks, Cafe Knotted offers a delightful array of treats like seasonal strawberry cream doughnuts and innovative matcha beverages. This charming destination adds to the growing trend of South Korean eateries in the area, with more locations planned by GFFG Hospitality. Perfect for shopping breaks or social media moments, Cafe Knotted is set to become a go-to spot for dessert lovers in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Welcomes Cafe Knotted – A Sweet Slice of South Korea!
Los Angeles, brace yourselves! The city has just been sprinkled with some delightful sweetness as Cafe Knotted, South Korea’s most popular dessert cafe, opens its very first U.S. outpost at the bustling Century City Westfield Mall. This charming destination, celebrated for its creamy doughnuts and quirky coffee concoctions, is sure to add a delicious twist to your shopping spree.
From Seoul to Sweet Los Angeles
Cafe Knotted made its inaugural debut back in 2017 in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, and has since blossomed into multiple locations, including spots near the scenic Haeundae Beach in Busan and the quaint Anguk neighborhood in Seoul. Given the cafe’s rapid success and the rising trend of aesthetically pleasing dessert cafes in South Korea, it was only a matter of time before it ventured into the land of sunshine and opportunities!
Meet Sugar Bear and Signature Delights
Stepping inside Cafe Knotted, guests are greeted by the cafe’s adorable mascot, Sugar Bear, a stuffed bear with a friendly smile right on its belly. The ambiance is as inviting as its offerings, which are designed not only to satisfy your sweet tooth but also to shine on your social media feeds.
The star of the show is undoubtedly the seasonal strawberry cream doughnut. This delightful treat, featuring a fluffy doughnut filled with a lightly sweet whipped cream and fresh strawberries, is sure to win over your taste buds. And that’s just the beginning! You can also indulge in flavors like kaya butter, milk cream, chocolate, Boston chocolate glazed, lemon curd, and raspberry.
More Than Just Doughnuts
Now, if you’re thinking about something more than just doughnuts, Cafe Knotted has you covered! The Century City location also dishes out an array of pastries that includes freshly baked croissants and salt bread. And when it comes to drinks, the creative coffee options are guaranteed to perk you up! There’s something for everyone—from rich iced lattes topped with cream in flavors like chestnut tiramisu and corn cream to classic lattes and drip coffee.
On the matcha front, you can choose between a basic matcha latte, a Knotted cream top iced matcha latte, and an iced strawberry cream top matcha latte, ensuring there’s no shortage of stunning green drinks for matcha enthusiasts. And wait until you get your hands on the special doughnut options—imagine a Banana Kick topped with a small banana or a tiramisu doughnut with a toasted marshmallow crown.
Irresistible Pastry Variety
But that’s not all! The cafe is also well aware that cookies are a crowd favorite. With varieties like Mexican hot chocolate, gluten-free chocolate chip, and matcha white chocolate, you’ll find it hard to choose just one. Not to mention the unique croissants, filled with captivating ingredients from spinach and pepper to strawberries and almonds!
A Growing Trend in Los Angeles
Cafe Knotted isn’t alone in making waves in LA; it’s part of a broader wave of South Korean establishments launching in the area. New contenders like Camel Coffee and Jjampong Zizon are also making their mark, bringing a piece of South Korean culinary culture to the City of Angels.
What’s Next?
With so much enthusiasm buzzing around Cafe Knotted, it doesn’t stop here! The culinary group behind this sweet venture, GFFG Hospitality, plans to unveil more locations, including another Cafe Knotted and a Korean eatery called Hojokban, in the vibrant Arts District. Hojokban aims to present a fresh take on traditional Korean dishes, focusing on exquisite plating that pleases both the eyes and the palate.
So, if you’re in Los Angeles or planning to visit, make sure to swing by Cafe Knotted at Century City Westfield Mall to experience a delightful mix of deliciousness and Instagram-worthy moments!
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- Eater: Cafe Knotted Opening in Los Angeles
- KED Global: Korean Food Trends
- What Now: GFFG Hospitality Concepts
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Korean Cuisine
- Google Search: Cafe Knotted Los Angeles
