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Solid matcha place, great refreshing drinks, quick service, they have tea and coffee and boba as well, interesting flavors like mango sticky mango matcha and earl grey matcha, but Limited seating, and no restroom for guests so makes it more of a stop and go kind of place rather than a long term socialize or study/ work kind of cafe. Still solid matcha cafe to stop by before heading to Huntington Beach.
Library had an event so parking was near impossible on a Saturday. Decided to try a place I hadn't gone to before and picked this place, thinking it would be a good study spot. Walk in and you have 1 long bench table with 2 sides, no outlet, a couch at another wall, then a separation with another loveseat on the other side. There is wifi but not really conducive to being a study spot--more just a place to pick up your drink and go or sit on the couch with someone and talk. As an avid coffee drinker I saw the review about the BEST Vietnamese coffee and had to try. They use hot Phin coffee so I asked for that. The cashier said they only do it cold because it's a premade mix. But it says here it's hot. No, they use hot coffee to make it cold. Okay. Then she got who I think is the owner, who said they can make it hot for me and it won't compromise the taste. Cool. I ordered it and it's pretty good but not the BEST as someone said, lol. All in all a cute place with friendly service and ample parking with plenty of other options in the same strip mall for a quick bite, etc. There is a coffee bean in this strip mall but the several times I've gone it's been absolutely subpar I end up driving elsewhere for coffee so this is a nice addition to the strip mall - they have no viable competition nearby so it's perfect if you only want a grab and go Pros: - ambiance/chill vibe - easy/ample parking - good service - wifi - Asian guy at the front was super friendly and heard him in passing give genuine, friendly, helpful feedback to customers :) Cons: - no restroom - limited seating - 1 outlet by the couch but not at the 1 table in there
Cute coffee shop in pretty close to the beach with lots of other restaurants in the plaza too. Not a lott of seating but there were a couple tables inside and right outside to sit and chill Turon banana: 5/5 I liked this one a lot. Sweet but not too sweet or heavy Bac xiu: 4/5 I'd order it again but I've had better
Cozy little coffee shop The service was great and very knowledgeable about the sweetness level. Very light matcha taste though if that is something you enjoy, definitely check the place out!
Solid drinks here! They proudly make the matcha right in front of you and it's so easy to smell it from a distance. Very spacious interior and very clean. It's a good place to socialize or study. The service here is awesome. Everyone is so nice and patient. They were happy to explain the contents of their drinks too (I was looking for a caffeine free drink for a friend) Their matcha einspanner is delicious. Really nice foam top. Well balanced with the ice. Not too sweet. Perfectly creamy. I actually ordered two of these lol I also ordered their milk way sunrise. Delicious fruity drink that is caffeine free. Their coconut latte is a delicious drink as well. Overall, solid spot! I'm definitely coming back.
Parking lot plaza... easy to navigate Menu well displayed at entry to predetermine drink fate Cafe is small, less likely to stay and chill Better for that to-go type thrill Opted for a basic matcha half-sweet ice It was hand whisked, mixed nice The server, kind and doing her best Overall, a place to know about, sip test xo- Op
After a good workout, my friends and I decided to check out this coffee shop. There's lots of parking outside! I like that they have a menu posted outside on their window. They way, I don't have to stand awkwardly at the register, while the worker is waiting for my order. There's a good amount of seating outside and inside. I didn't see a bathroom inside the store. My friends and I were still undecided, even though we took a long stare at the menu. The girl working at the cashier was super friendly and gave us some suggestions. I got the iced coconut latte. One of my friend got the turon banana latte, while another friend got the sticky rice matcha. The wait wasn't too long. Funny enough, we ended up switching all of our drinks. I decided to stick with the turon banana latte. Ususally, I'm not a fan of banana flavored stuff, but the banana flavor was pretty subtle. The banana syrup had the perfect amount of sweetness. The iced coconut latte had a strong flavor of coffee, with a hint of coconut. It wasn't too sweet. The sticky rice matcha was pretty sweet, and the matcha was delicious. I would definitely come back here again! There were a lot of options. Plus, there was great service. I would like to try the other coffee flavors too!
This is such a cute and aesthetic cafe with a clean and calm vibe is located in a large shopping center, so parking is not an issue. The inside of the cafe has a few tables and seating areas that can potentially get packed during peak hours. The staff members were all very warm, friendly, and super helpful - also provided great recommendations. Ordered the following: Matcha Einspanner Amai Signature Pistachio Matcha Croissant Chocolate Cookie There was a wide variety to choose from their menu - especially from the matcha section. They also had a great variety of summer specials to check out! The Matcha Einpanner was creamy and smooth topped off with a rich layer of cream that adds to the matcha. My personal favorite was the Amari Signature which had a strong coffee flavor and a bit of sweetness. The pastries were all very delicious! Overall this is such a cute cafe, I definitely want to come back and try out their other drinks since there are a lot of different ones to choose from!
Cute coffee shop! Not a lot of seating inside. Just one table and a couch. I wouldn't recommend this spot for working. The staff member was nice and I liked the bedazzling option for your cup. The matcha was good. It wasn't the strongest matcha flavor but I still enjoyed it.
In-line space in a large shopping center. Behind the competitor Coffee Bean building, which I'm sure makes business more challenging. A few indoor and outdoor tables. Modern and clean atmosphere. Order online or at the register. We ordered online, but our order was ready 30+ minutes earlier than the target time. It was ok for cold drinks, since they refrigerate and wait, but the hot drink was lukewarm at best. Just not the best practice for freshness to begin with, so that was frustrating. I got the einspanner iced matcha. Still not sure how it's different than any other basic matcha, but it was the same price as other matchas on their menu and was tasty. You can ask for less ice and sugar, if desired, which I always go for if offered.
Yummy coffee! This coffee shop replaced the delicious cookie shop Chip sadly but they're proving worthy one cup at a time. The inside is beautiful and tranquil plus parking is ample and free. I ordered a hot Vietnamese coffee which is one of their specialty drinks and it was so good and the best Vietnamese coffee I've ever had. Service was quick and the cost is comparable to local competitors nearby.
First time Came around 2:30pm Sunday they were sold out of coconut water for the coconut cloud :( which is what I wanted to try Early grey matcha - 8.9/10 I really like this drink but honestly I can't taste the earl grey very much but it's still yummy and I would get it again. We asked for coconut blended matcha (not on menu) and it was good! Service is very good cause they let us have our special request and she asked if we wanted it sweeter and adjusted to our liking. Coconut flavor is strong, texture is thick and good. 8.5/10 Overall solid valid matcha and good service Next time I'd like to try the mango sticky match and coconut water matcha if they have!
NEW CAFE!!! Such a beautiful little coffee shop! Not much seating. There's 2 couches and some chairs (no tables) More of a grab and go. Angel, the barista, was an angel. She recommended anything with a star on the menu! I love trying new banana coffee's but I ONLY want fresh bananas. Angel said they use the banana syrup here so I knew I wasn't going to like it so I didn't get it. We got the Vietnamese House Coffee and the Amai signature. Both drinks were so delicious with bold flavors. The Vietnamese coffee has a sea salt cream top which is such a nice compliment to the strong coffee. The amai signature was also really good. Good classic latte. Both drinks were not too sweet. Definitely will have to come back and try the matcha!!
11 days ago
I ordered the mango sticky rice matcha with oat milk which came out to $7.75. It had the perfect amount of sweetness for me (i love my matcha on the sweeter side). It also had a good balance of matcha and mango, one didn't overpower another. The matcha wasn't grainy at all and tasted very smooth. There was plenty of parking and there was no wait when I went on the weekend so my drink came out super quick. The interior had a good vibe and the workers were very friendly when taking my order. I definitely recommend Amai if you're looking for a new cafe to try! read more
19 days ago
They're still working on the inside I think! But the staff is so sweet and the drinks are great! I got the banana and strawberry matcha--So good! I enjoyed it a lot :) Def recommend it hehe. A good midway between Ayer and Airoma read more
1 month ago
Decided to try something new in the area and found this place on yelp. Lots of parking spots available. The shop has 2 couches and a table to chit chat and hang out with friends. A little warm in the shop so I wouldn't study there. Service was quick! Mango sticky matcha 5/5 Yummy and refreshing. First time trying mango flavored matcha and I like it a lot! They have a lot of different drinks to try from, I will be coming back to try out the other flavors read more
6 days ago
Solid matcha place, great refreshing drinks, quick service, they have tea and coffee and boba as well, interesting flavors like mango sticky mango matcha and earl grey matcha, but Limited seating, and no restroom for guests so makes it more of a stop and go kind of place rather than a long term socialize or study/ work kind of cafe. Still solid matcha cafe to stop by before heading to Huntington Beach. read more
Library had an event so parking was near impossible on a Saturday. Decided to try a place I hadn't gone to before and picked this place, thinking it would be a good study spot. Walk in and you have 1 long bench table with 2 sides, no outlet, a couch at another wall, then a separation with another loveseat on the other side. There is wifi but not really conducive to being a study spot--more just a place to pick up your drink and go or sit on the couch with someone and talk. As an avid coffee drinker I saw the review about the BEST Vietnamese coffee and had to try. They use hot Phin coffee so I asked for that. The cashier said they only do it cold because it's a premade mix. But it says here it's hot. No, they use hot coffee to make it cold. Okay. Then she got who I think is the owner, who said they can make it hot for me and it won't compromise the taste. Cool. I ordered it and it's pretty good but not the BEST as someone said, lol. All in all a cute place with friendly service and ample parking with plenty of other options in the same strip mall for a quick bite, etc. There is a coffee bean in this strip mall but the several times I've gone it's been absolutely subpar I end up driving elsewhere for coffee so this is a nice addition to the strip mall - they have no viable competition nearby so it's perfect if you only want a grab and go Pros: - ambiance/chill vibe - easy/ample parking - good service - wifi - Asian guy at the front was super friendly and heard him in passing give genuine, friendly, helpful feedback to customers :) Cons: - no restroom - limited seating - 1 outlet by the couch but not at the 1 table in there read more
Cute coffee shop in pretty close to the beach with lots of other restaurants in the plaza too. Not a lott of seating but there were a couple tables inside and right outside to sit and chill Turon banana: 5/5 I liked this one a lot. Sweet but not too sweet or heavy Bac xiu: 4/5 I'd order it again but I've had better read more
Solid drinks here! They proudly make the matcha right in front of you and it's so easy to smell it from a distance. Very spacious interior and very clean. It's a good place to socialize or study. The service here is awesome. Everyone is so nice and patient. They were happy to explain the contents of their drinks too (I was looking for a caffeine free drink for a friend) Their matcha einspanner is delicious. Really nice foam top. Well balanced with the ice. Not too sweet. Perfectly creamy. I actually ordered two of these lol I also ordered their milk way sunrise. Delicious fruity drink that is caffeine free. Their coconut latte is a delicious drink as well. Overall, solid spot! I'm definitely coming back. read more
Parking lot plaza... easy to navigate Menu well displayed at entry to predetermine drink fate Cafe is small, less likely to stay and chill Better for that to-go type thrill Opted for a basic matcha half-sweet ice It was hand whisked, mixed nice The server, kind and doing her best Overall, a place to know about, sip test xo- Op read more
After a good workout, my friends and I decided to check out this coffee shop. There's lots of parking outside! I like that they have a menu posted outside on their window. They way, I don't have to stand awkwardly at the register, while the worker is waiting for my order. There's a good amount of seating outside and inside. I didn't see a bathroom inside the store. My friends and I were still undecided, even though we took a long stare at the menu. The girl working at the cashier was super friendly and gave us some suggestions. I got the iced coconut latte. One of my friend got the turon banana latte, while another friend got the sticky rice matcha. The wait wasn't too long. Funny enough, we ended up switching all of our drinks. I decided to stick with the turon banana latte. Ususally, I'm not a fan of banana flavored stuff, but the banana flavor was pretty subtle. The banana syrup had the perfect amount of sweetness. The iced coconut latte had a strong flavor of coffee, with a hint of coconut. It wasn't too sweet. The sticky rice matcha was pretty sweet, and the matcha was delicious. I would definitely come back here again! There were a lot of options. Plus, there was great service. I would like to try the other coffee flavors too! read more
This is such a cute and aesthetic cafe with a clean and calm vibe is located in a large shopping center, so parking is not an issue. The inside of the cafe has a few tables and seating areas that can potentially get packed during peak hours. The staff members were all very warm, friendly, and super helpful - also provided great recommendations. Ordered the following: Matcha Einspanner Amai Signature Pistachio Matcha Croissant Chocolate Cookie There was a wide variety to choose from their menu - especially from the matcha section. They also had a great variety of summer specials to check out! The Matcha Einpanner was creamy and smooth topped off with a rich layer of cream that adds to the matcha. My personal favorite was the Amari Signature which had a strong coffee flavor and a bit of sweetness. The pastries were all very delicious! Overall this is such a cute cafe, I definitely want to come back and try out their other drinks since there are a lot of different ones to choose from! read more
29 days ago
Cute coffee shop! Not a lot of seating inside. Just one table and a couch. I wouldn't recommend this spot for working. The staff member was nice and I liked the bedazzling option for your cup. The matcha was good. It wasn't the strongest matcha flavor but I still enjoyed it. read more
3 months ago
In-line space in a large shopping center. Behind the competitor Coffee Bean building, which I'm sure makes business more challenging. A few indoor and outdoor tables. Modern and clean atmosphere. Order online or at the register. We ordered online, but our order was ready 30+ minutes earlier than the target time. It was ok for cold drinks, since they refrigerate and wait, but the hot drink was lukewarm at best. Just not the best practice for freshness to begin with, so that was frustrating. I got the einspanner iced matcha. Still not sure how it's different than any other basic matcha, but it was the same price as other matchas on their menu and was tasty. You can ask for less ice and sugar, if desired, which I always go for if offered. read more
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Spencer this is totally our fault. We shouldn’t make hot drinks for…
4 months ago
Yummy coffee! This coffee shop replaced the delicious cookie shop Chip sadly but they're proving worthy one cup at a time. The inside is beautiful and tranquil plus parking is ample and free. I ordered a hot Vietnamese coffee which is one of their specialty drinks and it was so good and the best Vietnamese coffee I've ever had. Service was quick and the cost is comparable to local competitors nearby. read more
First time Came around 2:30pm Sunday they were sold out of coconut water for the coconut cloud :( which is what I wanted to try Early grey matcha - 8.9/10 I really like this drink but honestly I can't taste the earl grey very much but it's still yummy and I would get it again. We asked for coconut blended matcha (not on menu) and it was good! Service is very good cause they let us have our special request and she asked if we wanted it sweeter and adjusted to our liking. Coconut flavor is strong, texture is thick and good. 8.5/10 Overall solid valid matcha and good service Next time I'd like to try the mango sticky match and coconut water matcha if they have! read more
NEW CAFE!!! Such a beautiful little coffee shop! Not much seating. There's 2 couches and some chairs (no tables) More of a grab and go. Angel, the barista, was an angel. She recommended anything with a star on the menu! I love trying new banana coffee's but I ONLY want fresh bananas. Angel said they use the banana syrup here so I knew I wasn't going to like it so I didn't get it. We got the Vietnamese House Coffee and the Amai signature. Both drinks were so delicious with bold flavors. The Vietnamese coffee has a sea salt cream top which is such a nice compliment to the strong coffee. The amai signature was also really good. Good classic latte. Both drinks were not too sweet. Definitely will have to come back and try the matcha!! read more
1 month ago
Had such a great experience at Amai! I got the Banana Matcha Layer and it was SO good the perfect combination of flavors and definitely something I'll be getting again! Also, Angel was the sweetest! She was so kind, helpful, and made the whole experience even better. You can tell she genuinely cares about the customers. Thank you, Angel! Definitely coming back! read more
15 days ago
Such a vibe inside. You can really taste the quality of the matcha that they use. Super chill employees too. Angel was super nice! read more
3 days ago
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Hey Mark we use first harvest shade grown traditionally farmed blend…
5 months ago
Amazing coffee spot offering a wide range of drinks. Love the matcha selection, the early grey matcha was phenomenal you can truly taste the quality of ceremonial grade without the flavor of the early grey overpowering it, and love the fact they are one of the few around that have Vietnamese coffee that will be my next try! The staff is very kind and the place is fresh with a modern aesthetic, not a place to study but 100% worth the stop on in Matcha is ethically sourced so we love that :') read more
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Veronica thank you so much!
2 months ago
heard great things about this coffee shop and definitely needed my daily dose of matcha! this place has a great location on beach blvd with tons of parking, although coffee may be small but the drinks are immaculate! service is quick, drinks are delivered quick with the right amount of sweetness and matcha depth. the matcha drinks are usually delivered with whole meal but you are able to substitute it to oat milk at no additional cost! matcha croissant pastry is a must try but unfortunately they were sold out today so i had to improvise with the almond croissant which was also amazing! amai huntington beach has only been open for 2 months, these cold and refreshing drinks make this place amazing! definitely give this coffee shop a try, there's many of variety of drinks besides matcha. these large variety of teas, coffee, and summer specials make the shop amazing! read more
2 months ago
I'm honestly surprised AMAI hasn't blown up yet! The coffee is delicious, the food is delicious, and ever since I discovered this place, I've been coming back constantly. I could genuinely see myself becoming a regular here forever. The storefront is a little tucked away, but it's in such a cute area near a Pilates studio and Board & Brew, so it's definitely worth seeking out. The ambience is adorable and has such a cool, cozy vibe--they even have records playing, which is such a fun touch. If you haven't tried AMAI yet, definitely add it to your list. I have a feeling this place is going to get very popular soon! read more
Got to try this new coffee shop after our run at the beach. They were a little slow, but your patience will be rewarded as their drinks are pretty good! Got to try the mango sticky rice matcha and it was pretty good! Their tea was also pretty refreshing! read more
24 days ago
Such a cute boba and matcha spot! The matcha is smooth, rich, and not overly sweet, and the boba is perfectly soft and chewy. The shop is clean and cozy, and the staff is super friendly. Definitely a great spot for matcha and boba lovers. I'll definitely be coming back! read more
New spot in the Albertsons Plaza on Beach Blvd. Place is aesthetically pleasing and thank god air conditioned. They have a big selection of drinks for tea and coffee drinkers, and carries some pastries. I've only had their coffee but it's a nice spot. Will need to come back for their tea. If you're a milk tea/matcha lover, might be a good spot to try, not many places nearby have milk tea. read more
Everything Cream Cheese was soooo good and savory! Shout-out to Abby & Angel! It was perfect warmed up too! Also ordered Amari ice coffee for my hubby and Turon Banana Hot Coffee was different and so tasty. Clean atmosphere being a couple weeks opened. Bookmark this folks! Don't wait! C u again ladies with Amai (means sweet in Japanese)!! read more
1 month ago
Decided to give this place a try. Seems like it's new. The drinks were tasty drinks! Service was quick. read more
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3 months ago
This place deserves wayyyyyyy more recognition. When we walked in here, we were immediately welcomed by the kindest staff. Everything looked so good, but I decided to get the banana matcha. Banana matcha: 9.5/10 - some of the best banana matcha I've ever tried. I've tried many banana matcha and this one had to be the best! I love the banana cold foam mixed with the real banana pieces and matcha, which was not bitter at all. It was the perfect sweetness at 100% sweetness and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! I love the clean girl aesthetic in here. The blues and whites in the room make me feel so calm and happy in a way. Overall, this place deserves 5 stars. It was so worth the 20 minute drive and I will definitely be coming back again! read more
1 month ago
This place is great! You can definitely taste the quality in the drink. The first drink I ordered was a Matcha latte, and the Matcha has a strong flavor with a good balance of sweetness the proportion they use for the milk is good too because I hate it when the Matcha drink is too creamy or too watered down. the Vietnamese Coffee was also good, but it does lean on the bitter side compared to some other competitors. I prefer that it leans a little bitter, but my husband prefers that it leans into sweet creamy. So it will ultimately depend on your taste buds but I think it is great quality tea and coffee! They must have just opened because it seems like they are still decorating but it's a nice clean and airy space and the sofas are comfy. The staff are very friendly too! Definitely worth trying if you are in the area. read more
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Jessy thank you so much!
1 month ago
I've had their double matcha before here and it was pretty good! Their coconut cloud matcha is decent, I would just say the coconut water tasted a little off, but mixed with matcha cloud made it better? Maybe just a sweeter kind of coconut water would make it better! Overall a decent matcha place. read more
4 months ago
The doctor that we would be visiting drinks black coffee with MCT oil and cream so I thought that he would be able to appreciate the amai signature. Daughter and I got up early to get the drinks before the physical therapy appointment. We were there at shop open of 8:00 AM, but already there were 2 parties in front of us. We got the Vietnamese House Coffee for the front office staff member and the matcha einspanner for the lead physical therapy aide. We have gotten the passion fruit kouign-amman twice and think it's pretty good. We recommended it to a new city resident who says that he will be returning. Drinks were nicely labeled with messages such as "Thanks for stopping by", "Have a great day", and "You rock" written on the lids. Drinks were appreciated by the people they were intended for. read more
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Thank you Belinda! We appreciate you!
5 months ago
I first heard about this place from some friends on IG so when they opened up this location in Huntington Beach I had to try it! Amai is such an aesthetically pleasing coffee shop. The staff was very nice and welcoming. First visit I tried the coconut matcha cloud without the foam and it was so refreshing! Second visit I tried the house matcha and it was perfect! I'm so happy they opened this location here in Huntington Beach. There's so many different things to try! I will be coming here very often and I can't wait to try their wide variety of matcha and coffees! read more
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Raymond thank you so much for stopping by and leaving us a such a…
3 months ago
Love the ambiance. They have a big variety of coffee. My fave is coco coffee - which is vietnamese coffee! read more
3 months ago
Their all matcha are very great and the service was excellent, thanks to the girl she's so sweet. read more
24 days ago
Absolutely love this Banana Matcha! The creamy banana flavor blends beautifully with the earthy matcha. Smooth, rich, and delicious without being too overwhelming. A must-try for matcha lovers!" read more
3 months ago
Matcha Einspanner 8/10 - I like the simple ingredients and it's very enjoyable. It's not too sweet or bitter. read more
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