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    Bon Appetea Cafe - Arcadia

    3.8 (379 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Good for kids

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    Aileen H.

    They have happy hour specials, also daily drink specials and their tea latte is currently buy one get the second one 50%! I think they have one of the best Taiwanese popcorn chickens in town. The flavors of the five spice, basil, garlic, and white pepper really come through! Service is fine. I always call and order beforehand if I don't plan to eat there. The ambience is casual. They also have delicious Bento boxes. This is a popular spot with locals and students!

    Leesuh W.

    I came here a couple of times specifically to do some homework, and have my dinner while I'm here. I tried a few of their dishes and they were all pretty tasty. The Taiwanese sausage and rice is my favorite dish. I think it's better than Simbala tbh. I'll definitely come back here to chill with some friends, but probably not to doing any homework. The music was just a little too loud. Overall, I had a good experience. The workers were professional and friendly.

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    Stephanie L.

    The popcorn chicken rice for $12.05 is solid. They have a munchie combo which includes fries, popcorn chicken, and fish balls so that's a good pick! I've tried their strawberry milk tea, passion fruit slushes, and mango yogurt. Although it's not super flashy like other boba shops, the quality is good!

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    Annie Y.

    I think this spot has some of the best popcorn chicken in the 626! I ordered a jasmine milk tea half sugar with lychee jelly and a munchie's combo because I couldn't decide between popcorn chicken and tempura. The lychee jelly taste was kind of overpowering, and it seems like they changed the tempura because it's a lot smaller and not chewy anymore. I miss the old tempura. This is a great study spot with consistent wifi and a good amount of tables considering the size of the space.

    Nicole L.

    Bon Appetea is a boba shop that has been open for so long -- for good reason! My friend orders the popcorn chicken and we also ordered the jasmine milk tea with boba. The tea has a really nice jasmine taste & I loved how the boba was chewy. I wish I tried Bon Appetea sooner! I'll be back soon :)

    Curry chicken
    Ron R.

    Bon Appetea Cafe seems like a Taiwanese style fast food restaurant based on their menu items and clientele. We got the curry chicken and pork chop rice. The prices are moderate and the portion size relatively small. If you are super hungry, then you will need to order two items or get some side dishes. They have a decent selection to choose from. There were a lot of young people studying in here on our visit. They do have plugs, but no one was using them even for the computers, even through it seems like the young people wet hanging out here for a long time. The food quality was decent, not bad, not super good. The servers were neutral to aloof. The strip mall they are in does not have the feel of a super safe neighborhood even if it is. So just be on the alert if you visit here. The parking lot is decent sized and does not seem to ever get super full, so you should be able to find a spot. Overall, if you are just in the mood for this kind of food, do not want to pay too much, and are not that hungry or willing to pay for multiple items, then this is a good place to try.

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    Peter D.

    I thought this place was alright. They had a good selection of drinks, so I decided to try the rose yogurt drink. This drink came out pretty fast, to my surprise. The taste was just alright - nothing extraordinary. Perhaps my expectations were higher, but I would order differently next time. Indias, there was plenty of seating and parking can be found in front of the shop

    Kumquat Lemon Juice and boba milk tea
    Ray L.

    I loved coming to this place back in high school when it was Tapioca Express. I didn't realize it was happy hour when I came, but they had a deal for a free green, black, or milk tea with an appetizer order. Food/Drinks: 5/5 This place has really refreshing drinks. Their kumquat tea was sweet, sour, and refreshing. Their fries were made fresh and had great seasoning. Service: 5/5 I came here during a pretty busy time when tons of people were here working on their laptops. However, our order was taken right away and everything came out freshly made. Ambiance: 5/5 This place seems like a great place to study. Chill vibes, good drinks, tons of chargers, and quiet enough to get work done.

    Cream cheese matcha
    Selene S.

    Got the cream cheese matcha (50% sugar and ice) this time around and it was pretty good. My friend got the matcha milk tea (less sweet and ice) but they still made it super sweet. I'd recommend double confirming with them on the sweetness adjustments.

    Green Milk Tea w/Crystal Boba
    Conway L.

    Came here on a Friday afternoon with a friend to work with. It was moderately busy starting from noon. Bon Appetea is in a big plaza and you do not have to worry about parking. The inside of the store front is pretty small with about 9-10 tables to sit at. There's also an outside patio with a couple of tables as well which is cozy to do work at or sit. I really enjoyed the interior of the store and the seating. The staff was generous and helped me order a nice lunch combo to start my day. The green milk tea was decent, nothing special as it's pretty standard at almost all bubble tea establishments. Hainan Chicken - I usually get hainan chicken from restaurants known for it but I decided to get this dish at a boba spot... and it exceeded my expectations. They de-boned the chicken so well and the chicken was so tender. The rice was mediocre but that's okay, as the sauces made up for it. The ginger sauce and spicy sauce was great. I ended up mixing them together and pouring it with the soy sauce on the chicken and it was such a great lunch. The portion of the chicken was fantastic as well. The only thing I have to comment about was the make time, it took about 20 minutes for them to make it but I was working here anyways so it didn't matter much. Overall, I'd come back again!

    Strawberry Mochistrawberry Mango Flavored Yogurt
    Shwe N.

    first time and omg it's different... the mochi threw me off but it's yommy. and the popcorn chicken is bawm i can taste bits of the cartilage. wthelly i'm coming back here 10/10

    Salty Crispy Chicken combo. Extra meat sauce (itty bitty on top of rice) for 50¢.
    Rita C H.

    Love their food but their service is hit/miss. I know youngsters get their experiences here but they're lacking training.

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    Are there vegan non-dairy options for drinks?

    Do you take credit cards?

    Yes we do~

    Is Bon Appetea Cafe Arcadia same as Bon Appetea Cafe Alhambra?

    Yes

    What happened to Tapioca Express? Is Bon Appetea the same company as Tapioca Express?

    Hi Jason, thank you for your question! We recently rebranded and yes we are still the same team running this store! All our popular food and drink items before will continue, and more new options are introduced. Hope to see you again!

    You don't do online ordering for take out?

    We are currently offering online orders through DoorDash . Thank you!

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    Torotea

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    4.6 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    Torotea has become one of my go-to's in the SGV although they are definitely on the pricier side…read more The interior is modern and cozy, but there is no space to sit and chit chat, only a space to sit to wait for drinks. They provide self-serve water outside of the store in the case that there is a long wait. Fortunately, this has never been the case when I have visited. The employees were also super helpful and very well-versed with their menu. They knew exactly what drink paired well with what jelly. All the drinks are true to the taste profile as described on the website. The Popcorn Milk Tea with Brown Sugar Tapiochi is one of the most popular items and it was indeed very buttery. It had a very unique taste profile, but definitely not for me. I personally really really really enjoyed the Misty Oolong MT which had a light-roasted, malty flavor with subtle buttery highlights. It paired perfectly with the osmanthus jelly. The best drink Torotea has to offer by far!

    Second time visiting this location, and it was just as good as I remembered!…read more I hadn't been here in a few months, and it looks like they've expanded their menu. They also added more outdoor seating, which is nice since the interior is pretty small. Parking is street parking only, but I've never had any trouble finding a spot. Emily, the cashier, was incredibly friendly and helpful. She took the time to walk us through the new seasonal drinks and menu additions, which made it much easier to decide what to order. Popcorn Milk Tea with Brown Sugar Tapioca ($7.85) - My go-to drink! - Perfect level of sweetness without being overpowering - Rich, creamy, nutty flavor - Brown sugar tapioca had the perfect soft and chewy texture (only wished it was cut a bit smaller) Pinewood Milk Tea ($6.85) - Similar to the Popcorn Milk Tea, but with a lighter, more subtle nutty flavor - Still delicious, though I personally prefer the Popcorn Milk Tea Jasmine Oolong Milk Tea ($6.85) - A great option if you're looking for something lighter and more refreshing Everything was made well, and the service made the experience even better. Looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu. Love that they still do daily samples!

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    Goki - Bakehouse & Coffee Shop

    4.8
    (445 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Caught them at the tail end of their business hours on a Saturday and was pleasantly surprised to…read morehave them still readily serving food. Brightly lit interior with a simply designed aesthetic. Many folks were relaxing and enjoying the conditioned air. While the shop served plenty of in-house made coffees and teas, off to the side was a refrigerated section brightly displaying bottled Chaparittas tangerine soft drink and Tehuacán mineral water. I decided on ordering an Oaxacan tostada which came completely smothered in black beans, cabbage, queso fresco, and salsa verde. It was refreshing and made for a quick, light snack while also being deceptively filling. While waiting for the order, I noticed their NY Cookies which came in two kinds. One was simply the regular chocolate chip variety, while the other came packed with white chocolate chips, ate de membrillo (quince cheese), and tejocote (hawthorn fruit paste). I decided on the second one and enjoyed the unique flavors of the bits and pieces, even though it was very sweet. All in all, would definitely come back to dine and chill out.

    4++ Smallish cafe located in a somewhat walkable area of Arcadia. It looks like they primarily do…read morepastries and coffee, but have other food items available as well. I actually just stopped by close to closing time so I wasn't able to have my food /beverage here, but the space is clean and welcoming. A spot that seems like it would be great to meet up with people and enjoy beverages/ treats together. Person helping me was very friendly and just ordered a slice of carrot cake to go. I got it to enjoy while watching a movie a little later and it was really delicious. It was also a pretty large slice! Looking forward to coming back here.

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    Time for their seasonal Buñuelos de Viento - out now!! They're SO good!! And packaged beautifully!!
    Time for their seasonal Buñuelos de Viento - out now!! They're SO good!! And packaged beautifully!!
    Their pumpkin cheesecake is fantastic!!!
    Their pumpkin cheesecake is fantastic!!!
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