I actually came across Padekwa Cafe while watching an influencer on TikTok--and yes, I was…read moredefinitely influenced to check it out! Let me just say, Padekwa is so much more than a coffee shop. It's a community space that hosts pop-up events, Sip & Paint nights, Open Mic nights, and even R&B and Gumbo nights. It's the kind of place where people come together to enjoy great coffee and great company. Now, let's talk about the coffee! They offer an impressive variety of specialty coffees and matcha drinks, and you can even add collagen to your beverage. I ordered the praline coffee with a sprinkle of brown sugar and added collagen. It was absolutely delicious--smooth, rich, and full of flavor. Every sip was worth it! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it easy to relax, catch up with friends, or simply enjoy the moment. It's clear that Padekwa is about creating an experience, not just serving coffee.

Not everyone should sell coffee…read more I am new to this location and wanted to try a new coffee shop which I assume the coffee was going to be good by the ratings that they have by 4.8. So I stopped by to get an ice Americano. The vibe of the coffee shop is very nice. Open layout study rooms perfect if you want to study or if you're going to meet up with friends. The other thing is the barista was very friendly and inviting. I should have known when I asked her if they had ice coffee, she said yes and responded with we can make you an ice Americano, which it's not the same. However, I decided to order an ice Americano. The other thing is I ordered a turkey sandwich which was very good and had a lot of favor. By the time, when my order comes out, I take it to my car and start drinking it, I started sipping my coffee, not realizing that I had coffee grounds inside, I was already late to work, so I did not want to go back or to make any fuss about it. Which couple hours later I just wanted to call the store to ask them if they can remake it or if there's anything that can do, they do not say anything about that and not acknowledge that my coffee was pretty much coffee grounds, and water. Which I was very sympathetic and told them I don't know if they calibrated the machine in the morning because I can in the morning. At the end of the story, she said thank you for letting us that our machine is not calibrated and she said goodbye. I really like this place I like the vibe I like the small family Business own. but if I'm gonna receive a terrible coffee order with a side of terrible customer service it's not worth driving here. At this point, I would rather just go to Starbucks and save myself a couple dollars. I am tired of small little businesses, not taking time and effort to really understand how to make a good cup of coffee. And they be charging a leg and an arm for it. Now that I'm reading the reviews, nobody talks about the coffee here. they talk about the environment and the food, which I do agree the food and the environment is very nice.

Vibey coffee spot with great playlist, great pick of Bob's Burgers on their TV, and really…read moredelicious drinks! We came here around 3 PM on a Thursday to get some work done and our afternoon caffeine re-dose. Service was great! I got the cookie butter matcha and I didn't know this was a combination I needed in my life. I think they pair very well together because matcha and cookie butter are kind of nutty in flavor profile. It's perfectly balanced too. I would get this again for sure, that says a lot cause I'm the type that likes to always try something new. They had some donuts and pastries but we didn't try it. I took a sip of the cookie butter latte my girlfriend got and that was delightful too. They have a parking lot for easy free parking. I love the all black and wood interior. They have outlets pretty accessible anywhere you sit. The WiFi was fast enough for me to work fine. There are not too many tables in here but at the time we came, that wasn't an issue. They have a cart of board games and books you can borrow from too. The place feels clean, I saw the worker cleaning the bathroom while we were here.

Worst matcha ever had. We got the Banana and Mango Matcha we were excited to try it out but very…read moredisappointed. The taste was bad the taste was like a banana taffy candy not good at all. The Mango bad as well. We did not drink them we had to throw them out. Customer service is good and welcoming.

Highly recommend the El Abuelo! Amazing updated version of cafe de olla. Very smooth. 10/10read more

I love that SteelCraft in Bellflower has a coffee vendor, Pana's Cafe. I just wish that they would…read morestay open later. I've ordered hot coffee and iced coffee but this last visit I tried their cookie butter latte and it was delicious. It wasn't too sweet and they had a generous amount of cookie crumble on top. I also feel that they were generous with the coffee. Some places put a lot of ice and you take a couple sips and it's done. This wasn't the case. Thank you. The cashier was friendly as well, she took the time to explain their hours. We ordered our drinks and they were ready in a few minutes. I would definitely come back and I'd like to try another specialty drink. I really like that they are located inside SteelCraft and you can take your drink and baked goods inside to sit down and enjoy music, movies, or just conversation.

this was one of the last local coffee places i tried during my last few adventures around long…read morebeach, and i think it was a great way to end my time being around this city! all of the drinks sounded yummy here, but the ube latte really caught my eye from the way they used ube halaya to the gorgeous presentation of the drink. i really loved the multiple ube layers to this drink, and the coffee itself was super smooth and not too bitter or strong. the store itself is super minimal and clean, and there are a good amount of tables and chairs to relax with your drink! there was a line when i came, but the workers were all super efficient with answering any customers questions and making the drinks. there isnt much parking directly outside the shop, but there are a few surrounding parking lots nearby.

Thanks to my nephew, I really like Ube. Lol. If it's on a menu, I naturally just gravitate towards…read moreit. The drink looked amazing, however, it didn't taste as good as it looked. It was just ok. Fast and friendly service.

Overall, solid matcha place. Parking lot is not large but I found a space…read more The space is smaller than expected compared to the online videos and A/C wasn't as strong, so I would take off a star for that but the service was quick, ordering was easy, very clean space, amazing house-made fruit syrups. Strawberry matcha latte (with soy milk - $0.50 extra for alternative milk) was $9 and they don't charge tax. The syrup is phenomenal and clearly made in house - quite sweet but mixes very well with the latte itself. You can taste the actual strawberry bits. Eispanner drinks seem popular and they do have seasonal menu with a good selection of pastries on display.

I'm sometimes hesitant to get matcha when I try a new cafe, but safe to say they get it right here…read morein my opinion. The matcha was perfectly balanced and you can tell it was quality ceremonial grade (if you care about that)! I got the mango matcha which is a summer special and it was soooo good and refreshing! I want to try their coffee next time, but I need to keep getting my mango fix before they change their specials. There are also a few tables and seating if you need to do any work.

I was completing a couple errands on Norse Way. Got back in my car, thought about how I wanted some…read morecoffee, then looked up and there was Wolf's Brew huge COFFEE sign! Very convenient, lol. After browsing a couple pics on Yelp, I decided to try their chai latte. (Since moving to Long Beach from San Diego two years ago, I've been DYING for a creamy cup of chai. Everywhere I'd tried so far was just a spicy cup of hot tea -- not creamy or very sweet at all. I had honestly given up looking but something about Wolf's made me try theirs.) I'm SO glad I did! I've FINALLY found my perfect cup of creamy chai latte in Long Beach! I don't live super close, but you bet I'll be making the 10-15 minute drive to get my chai latte fix every so often. Thank you Wolf's Brew!! Oh, and the shop itself was cute and clean, and the service was courteous and prompt. There are a few tables outside to sit and enjoy your drink.

This is a cozy little café located near the Long Beach Airport with plenty of parking available…read morearound the area, making it an easy stop if you're nearby. While there is no indoor seating, they do offer plenty of outdoor seating, which makes for a nice place to sit and enjoy your drink. Their menu is simple and easy to navigate without feeling overwhelming. I ordered an iced chai latte and an iced Americano, both of which were enjoyable. They also offer food options if you're looking for a quick bite alongside your drink. Overall, it's a comfortable and convenient café with a laid-back atmosphere, especially if you enjoy outdoor seating.

The Mt. Hoji is the ONLY drink I order here and for good reason. Hojicha, hazelnut syrup, and a…read morehazelnut cream top? Absolutely bomb. Every time I think about trying something else, I end up ordering the Mt. Hoji again. The staff is always chill, the shop is clean, and it's just an easy place to stop by and relax. If you're into hojicha, do yourself a favor and get this drink.

There are soo many great matcha spots in the area, but Ondo is my go-to for a great matcha! I think…read morethey have the best banana matcha! Banana matcha (matcha latte with banana cream top) is not too sweet and the matcha itself is smooth and velvety. For non-matcha drinkers, the Guinness Butterscotch Cream Latte is a MUST TRY. The flavor is unique to Ondo and the espresso they use is very deep and rich!

I felt bad for going on a holiday so I wanted to leave a review in return for the amazing service…read moreand cleanliness of the cafe. It was slow around the time I went but the vibes were good. Staff were laughing and music was good. I ordered a biscoff latte and some bread and all of it was amazing. David was very helpful and even gave me one of his favorite breads to try. The two girls who made my drink did an amazing job and I loved the little 4th of July print they did for me. Will be coming back again.

Such a cool new place to try here in Downey! David was very…read morehelpful with helping us decide what to order. I trusted him to bring out a dish that I would like and he brought out a breakfast bowl with chipotle aioli. Perfect mix of spicy to the food. All staff is so friendly and the place remained clean the entire time. Definitely will be coming back in the future. Again shout out to David for being welcoming and helpful with our meals!