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    Anteiku Cafe

    4.9 (82 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    "All might smile" banana matcha
    Marleena H.

    "All might smile" banana matcha was very good. Sweet but not overly sweet, my recommendation would be to mash the little candy that comes on top into the drink and you'll be able to really get the banana with the drink, all in all the matcha was very good. There was a family sitting down and all of their food looked really good. It was a very welcoming environment and even saw people in costume. The workers were also very nice as well. Would come back :), only issue was that it took a long time for the matcha about 25 minutes, I know things are usually first come first serve but working in service if I have big families coming the I'm going to push out the order with one or two drinks while working on my big order. Just a tip but it was very nice and enjoyed my experience

    Cecilia L.

    This is such a cool coffee shop! I got the biscoff latte and i loved how it wasnt overly sweet, you can still taste the coffee and the flavor. I do wish they had sip lids instead of dome but thats personal preference. The staff was attentive and very fast.

    Zenitsu Ice Tea and Haisen coffee w a meringue cookie.
    Stephanie M.

    Cute small cafe with interesting menu items. Perfect for anime and manga otakus, even the meaning of the name relates to the reference from a cafe in Tokyo Ghoul where "even a Ghoul needs a place to relax" comes from. Friendly service and very clean and well kept interior. Could be a date spot, friends hang out, or even a fun outing to show off beautiful artwork. I ordered Zenitsu Ice Tea and my friend ordered from one of the house favorites Haisen Iced Coffee. Both drinks were good, can't wait to try other menu items so will be back again but honestly I really want to just bask in the happy vibes in this cafe. Parking is convenient and free behind the building.

    Chicken Gyoza
    Jagruti L.

    If you love anime, then you will love this cute cafe spot. I ordered Avocado Toast, Gyoza dumplings, and Mydoriyas Charge drink. The toast with smash avocado and eggs was delicious on a sourdough bread. My pretty Kiwi refresher drink was perfectly sweetened and refreshing. Chicken Gyoza was flavorful inside and crispy on the outside. Tasted great with the dipping sauce. Ambiance is nice and clean. Perfect spot for a brunch, meetup, school and work. Great service. Owner and the staff were m super friendly. I will definitely be back.

    Yogurt parfait with strawberries and blueberries
    RoseMary F.

    This Cafe is trendy and a fun place to be. The owners, Luis and Valerie, have invested time to create a place for the community to enjoy. With an Anime theme, it automatically attracts customers by word of mouth. Leonard from Yelp IE posted his review and photos, I just had to bookmark it! Te-see from SFV, drove all the way out to experience it first-hand and we give it the DOUBLE thumbs up!! Sandwiches, wraps, fruit yogurt parfait, coffee are some of the popular items. All food and drinks are served in glass or ceramic dishware, no paper plates or plastic utensils. If you are like me and don't know what to order, the owner was patient in answering questions and making recommendations. Each item has a creative name and fresh ingredients, not frozen. Try a couple of things and come back to make your way down the menu. Community Events are held on a monthly basis, follow them on social media for the latest schedule. 1. Avocado toast had chopped egg in a mayo dressing. 2. Lotus Latte was topped with a Biscoff cookie. 3. Hot Cocoa with Toasted Marshmallows, whipped topping 4. Killua fruit yogurt parfait with sliced strawberries and blueberries (named after a popular Anime character). I was definitely a fan as soon as I walked in the door. To the left are board games, books and sofa seating. Straight ahead is the order counter and electronic menu board, on the right hand side are several tables with seats for 4 to 6 customers. A few tables are located outside by the front entrance. -Small parking lot behind the cafe (no charge). Sincerely, Rosemary

    Lotus Latte - delicious
    Te-see B.

    "Anteiku" is a prominent, fictional coffee shop and ghoul organization in the Tokyo Ghoul anime and manga series, hence the name... Owner Louis and Valerie his wife, opened this coffee shop 8 months ago. As a kid he watched anime to help him through a rough time. His life was truly changed and he wanted to give the community a safe heaven where they too could benefit from it as well. The minute you step inside you will notice all of the anime artwork on the walls, the amazing menu above the counter (it changes every few seconds with the most amazing photos of the drink menu), and the glorious chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. Even the bathroom has anime artwork! There is an area where you can sit back on a comfy sofa or chair to enjoy your drink and/or food. *The drink menu is extensive with Coffees, Matchas, Mocktails, and refreshers. The presentation is beyond spectacular!!! We were blown away! The food menu also amazing! We ordered: *Lotus Latte - a butter cookie/biscoff iced latte 10/10 *Hot Chocolate - looked like a work of art 10/10 *Avocado Toast - mashed avocado with eggs - 10/10 - tasted like avocado egg salad - soooo good! *Killua Fruit & Yogurt - Greek yogurt with fresh Blueberries&Strawberries 5/5 **Excellent service! Louis was so helpful and answered all of our questions about the drinks and the food! ~Check out their website/insta for anime events. Louis is planning on doing a few a months. ~Parking lot in the back *TY Leonard for turning me on to this place! ~ and that's all I have to say about that...xo

    Seating
    Jeremy L.

    A cozy artfully Japanese anime curated coffee shop with instrumental music playing lighly in the background. This place has ample seating and is a great place to lounge around and enjoy your coffeewith a small meal. The staff is friendly, fast and attentive with their service. I ordered the Lotus Latte hot and it has a beautiful presentation and tasted rich, creamy, and not too sweet.

    Went here for Mother's Day with my parents and the food was excellent. The pancakes were so fluffy and I loved the toast.

    Interior (Part 3)
    Ian A.

    Anteiku Cafe (Baldwin Park) is perhaps one of the most unexpected, unique, and utterly lovely experiences that I've stumbled upon. It felt like a Disney cafe for anime enthusiasts. The Nezuko's Love (aka: iced matcha latte with strawberry cream, strawberry pocky, & pink meringue - $7) is refreshing, picturesque, and very big. I felt happy. I arrived at Anteiku Cafe (Baldwin Park) on Tuesday (around 12:27PM). This location is a short three minute drive from West Covina Mall. Parking is simple & convenient. This business's small parking lot contains about 11 spaces. Staff also explained that there's no time limit on these parking spaces despite the green paint. Personally, if management added a tiny sign in the lot, that would alleviate many concerns about the parking. Staff is charismatic, knowledgeable, and welcoming. Staff speaks English and Spanish. Staff (receipt says Luis) gave wonderful recommendations and worked hard. Luis also quickly answered my questions with an unwavering smile. My drink took five minutes and 19 seconds. It's a good pace. I enjoyed the Nezuko's Love ($7). This matcha tasted clean & smooth. The bits of strawberry cream were thick, sweet, and lightly tart. The strawberry pocky had a fresh crunch. And its floating pink meringue reminded me of astronaut ice cream with a gummy, very sweet center. It's a big, refreshing, & quality drink. Regarding ambiance, Anteiku Cafe (Baldwin Park) is gorgeous. It's reminiscent of an upscale cafe in Las Vegas; if placed in the Bellagio, it would seamlessly fit in. The colors are vibrant; the decor is spotless and well-maintained; and the ceiling's light fixtures are beautiful as they sparkle. In addition to its sleek, eye-catching appearance, there's sincere utility. Anteiku Cafe (Baldwin Park) has customer internet with password. Customers must directly ask staff for the password information. Also, there's two electrical adapters nearby its tables. These electrical adapters are wonderful since they have 8 sockets for plugs and a couple ports for USB cables. Anteiku Cafe (Baldwin Park) felt spacious with its tall ceiling; however, the floor space is limited. This location's interior fits about six tables; the outside patio has about three tables. This location is very clean and well-ventilated. This location also includes a gender neutral restroom for customers. Anteiku Cafe (Baldwin Park) also has a lounge area for anime/manga enthusiasts. Nearby its plush chairs, there's a place to interact with Pokemon plushies. Customers also have permission to read from their small manga library (ex: Demon Slayer Volumes, Jujutsu Kaisen Volumes, etc.) on the standing cabinet. Customers can also play with the available games (ex: Uno, Monopoly, Dominoes, etc). To my surprise, it all looked well-maintained and clean. My main concern will be its longevity, especially if a hidden gem like this becomes very busy. Regardless, there's currently genuine passion and care within these walls. Overall, I had a memorable & lovely experience at Anteiku Cafe (Baldwin Park). If curious, I wholeheartedly recommend. The hype is real! It's a must-try. 5 out of 5. "Go!!!"

    Nezuko's Love
    Mirrella B.

    Anteiku is one of my favorite go-to cafes. The customer service is phenomenal. The owner is always there with his team. He ensures that every visit goes as best as possible for the customers. If you are a fan of anime, you'll definitely enjoy the vibe. The cafe is anime themed. Not only do they serve a variety of drinks like coffee, matcha, tea, and slushies but they also serve great food options. My go to drink options are the Nezuko's Love (strawberry matcha) and iced lattes with oat milk. Luis, the owner or Rubi usually make me a custom cold foam. I've been enjoying the pumpkin and hazelnut cold foams the most. They can make any cold foam flavor you'd like to top off your drink. I usually prefer to have a cold foam instead of sweetened coffee. Their coffee has such a nice roast. They source their coffee from Mexico. Rubi makes really tasty food! My go-to options for food are: the avocado toast, charriquiles with green sauce, tuna a la Mexicana, and Luffy steak and eggs. All their food is made fresh to order. They have a delicious red salsa. Make sure to add some to your food. Their steak is so tender and flavorful. Their avocado toast has egg mixed in or you can ask for your eggs to be made a different way. I usually stop by a few times a month. I usually get a small table and get some work done. They also have Manga, cards, and board games available to use while. I highly recommend stopping by and giving this cafe a try!

    Gomu gomu cafe
    Jamie F.

    Went to Anteiku on a Saturday morning and was immediately seated. There is also a bookshelf at the back of the cafe for guests to entertain themselves with on games or coloring activities. My friends and I ordered the charriquiles and eggs and gengar matcha. Presentation of the food was beautifully plated and I enjoyed how generous and filling each of the items are. My friend ordered the steak sando and the fries were my favorite as they were crunchy and fresh! My highlight of the experience was meeting the owner and learning how the cafe came to be. Note: The back door is locked, and guests will need to come around from the parking lot to the front door of the cafe to go inside. There was no sign on the back door, so we thought it was closed if not for the guests inside.

    Banana foam
    Alisa M.

    Friendly service, definitely perfect for those with a niche interest in anime as the cafe is decorated to fit the vibe and even the music playing as well. Their menu is fun Mexican or Latin Asian fusion I was surprised with the drinks menu Super cute set up Great place to come with friends or kids

    Chilaquiles w/steak and luffys steak and eggs

    My wife was craving steak and eggs. We found this place and they delivered. Luis was super nice even gave us some cookies because my wife is pregnant and was feeling faint. Experience here is 10/10. Whole environment is great for a solo date, study/reading or just to kill time. Definitely will be back. Thank you Luis

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    Ask the Community - Anteiku Cafe

    Is this also a study spot or just dining/drinks?

    Anteiku is definitely a great spot for studying, working, or relaxing with amazing drinks and food. We love seeing guests enjoy the cozy café vibe with their laptops, notes, or a good book.… Read more

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