10-07-2025
A Popular Bakery From China Brings Wagyu Croissants to Its First U.S. Location in Beverly Hills
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Rendering of Hi Bake in Beverly Hills Hi Bake
A new destination for custard tarts and red bean croissants is opening in the heart of Beverly Hills. Hi Bake, an Asian bakery founded in Hong Kong but now based in Chengdu, is opening its first U.S. location in Beverly Hills on July 17. Founded in 2012, Hi Bake has expanded to 60 stores across China. The bakery will open in partnership with Chubby Group, which operates restaurants including Niku X, Chubby Cattle, and Chubby Curry.
Hi Bake's signature lineup of French and Asian-inspired sweets include delicate, buttery croissants stuffed with molten chocolate lava or wagyu beef. Tarts go beyond the classic custard with flavors like strawberry, pistachio, and chocolate. Sweet and savory toasts will come topped with red bean, meat floss, pork jerky, and coconut.
Hi Bake is the latest arrival in a year that witnessed multiple Asia-based bakeries expand to the U.S. Popular South Korean dessert cafe, Cafe Knotted, opened at Westfield Century City in April, and Japan's Bread, Espresso & landed in Redondo Beach in January.
Hi Bake will be located at 235 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210.
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