Surprisingly great! I would give them a 4/5 for the drinks and a 5/5 for the desserts. The churrochi with ube ice cream is a must try - so delicious. It's a cute vibe inside with star wars decorations and a cozy couch, and there's a good amount of seating as well. There was a comedically intense evening rush when we went - apparently every child in Chandler was summoned by magic - and despite that, the staff were absolutely running that place like the navy, taking and serving orders, working on food, and even receiving Amazon packages. Dinner and a show! read more

I was in the area on Sunday and so glad I was near! This has been on my list. Ruthy (Ruthie?) greeted me and explained the menu. She also let me know what vegan options there are. I got an ube milk tea with boba and soymilk for myself. I got a calamansi jasmine tea with boba for my husband. No pastries were vegan so I had to skip. I bake with ube a lot and I hope they will consider vegan baked goods in the future! For the drinks... they were good. I forgot to ask if it's real Ube or powder or extract. The drink wasn't super purple but that's ok considering it may be real Ube. It was 1.65 charge for alternative milk :( It was I think $2 for boba per drink :( It was about $21 for two drinks with tip. I won't lie, it was not a good amount of boba but the drinks are yummy. It was a clean open environment. I was invited back for a sale later this month. Very happy to visit. Nice staff. Helpful. Just very pricey for the serving of boba. read more

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Best Halo Halo I've had in a very long time. I used to go to Island Pacific, Goldilocks and Tambayan, but now I'm coming here for it. I'm glad there are establishments in AZ and CA. I'm not sure if every Cafe86 is set up the same way, but I like the Star Wars deco at the Chandler AZ location. I also like their 3 vertical TVs that display the menu at eye level. They have plenty of drinks to choose from, but I would highly recommend trying the Halo Halo at least once. I didn't have to wait very long for my order which I always appreciate. They gave me boba straws which I found odd because you only need a spoon for Halo Halo. Save your straws! read more

Cafe 86 - OG halo halo and Upside Down halo halo - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Came here for dessert last night and it was delicious. I came here once before for a Yelp event so I knew it was worth coming. I got the Mermaid Milk Tea (jasmine milk tea with a dash of matcha and sea salt) and my husband got the ube milk tea. Both were delicious and not too sweet. For dessert, we got the ube bar and the ube leche cupcake. They were both delicious! Service was really friendly when we had questions about the menu and they were patient with our wild monkeys running around the area. There's a couch and several tables to sit and enjoy your drinks and treats. read more

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I was told that this business was Filipino inspired. By that, I mean that they make their version of filipino/asian drinks/dessert a bit different. We tried their regular halo halo and the upside down halo halo. Both were great! They used frosted flakes instead of the toasted rice and it was the perfect replacement IMO. It did just the trick that I'm craving one as I'm writing this review. read more

Cafe 86 - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

Love this place! Great staff, great drinks, and fun desserts, It's such a chill spot to relax and spend time by yourself or with your friends / family. I will head there again and get something less sweet to drink so my pre-diabetes doesn't evolve. You gotta try the ube stuff here if you've never had ube - good introduction. Also, how can you not like any cafe that is referencing cars and Initial D. Vroom! read more

This cafe as a find through a yelp even that my brother brought me over to try. The must try is the halo halo. To change it up from the prior experience, we tried the upside down halo halo. The halo halo is made up of coconut jellies, jack fruit, boba, frosted flakes, vanilla ice cream and flan on a ube base. Real jack fruit people!! Cute place to come hang out and try some desserts. read more

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This is a nice, clean spot with warm and friendly staff. We're big fans of halo-halo and I have been wanting to try Cafe 86 for a while so we were happy we finally got the chance when we visited Chandler AZ. We decided to try their upside-down version and it did not disappoint! I loved how the frosted cornflakes added a perfect crunch that really complemented the overall taste of the ube halo-halo. It wasn't too sweet. I also appreciate that they honor military members with a discount. If you're in the area, I definitely recommend giving it a try! read more

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The staff is so friendly and the environment is very welcoming. On top of that the food and drinks that they serve are absolutely delicious!

If you love Ube desserts and coffee this is the place!! So many yummy pastries I wanted to try them all. The ube brownie was so yummy and the coffee is great. The shop was decked out in Star Wars stuff which was a pleasant surprise! They had good music playing, and overall very chill. The woman who helped me at the counter was so friendly!! Definitely recommend this place!! read more

Cafe 86 - Ube latte & Ube brownie - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

Love their desserts. They have some unique ingredients. I enjoy their drinks too. Their upside down halo halo is very unique and tasty. It had frosted flakes, jello, and other ingredients. I remember there was Jack fruit. I liked the boba inside too. Their mangonada is pretty good. I could not really taste the chamoy. It was okay. I might not like chamoy anyway. It's quiet in their shop. They have outdoor seating. read more

Decent ube cafe. Definitely get the churrochi with ube ice cream on top. it's unalike anything you've ever eaten. Got the halo halo too.. wasn't that good and not authentic. It's a cute cozy cafe and service was nice . read more

I first discovered this place after attending during Yelp Elite week. It was so good, I had to come back for more just a few days later. After a long day of work, I had a sweet tooth craving, and knew exactly what I wanted. Cafe 86 is a fun and vibrant place that specializes in all things Ube. From drinks to baked goods, you'll be sure to find your Ube favorite here. I ordered the Ube Flan Leche Cupcake, which was exactly what I came for. A perfectly moist Ube flavored cupcake (minus the frosting) topped with a delicious piece of flan. Never would I have thought that this would be such an excellent combination. The cake portion is delicious and moist just like a cake should be. The flan is also delicious.. and flan is not an easy thing to make. This dessert really hit the spot and I could eat more & more but the hips don't lie! Service was wonderful just like time before. A really great spot to stop in for a quick treat & also for work or study. read more

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I love ube and so I was recommended by a friend to visit Cafe 86. Right as we walked in, we were greeted by the friendly staff. There are so many ube options to choose from so we will be back to try out their other ube options. The vibe is very relaxing and cool. You'll see Star Wars figures and art work on the walls. My husband ordered their ube latte with a shot of espresso. Typically this is caffeine free. It was very creamy and not overly sweetened. I ordered their green rose milk tea and although this was on the sweeter side it was still very good, floral, and creamy. For food, my husband and I had their pastrami sandwich along with their ube crinkle cookie. Both the cookie and sandwich were delicious. The cookie in particular was sweet and so soft. I have no complaints. I highly recommend checking this place if you're in the area. Plus they also have car meet nights/promos listed on their chalk board. read more

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Drink - I tried the Cali-Mango Slush, which IS a 24oz Blended Mango Puree with Calmansi. Calamansi is a hybrid between kumquat and mandarin orange. It is a citrus hybrid, called a Philippine lime or lemon. The drink tasted like pineapple to me at first. I couldn't taste the mango as much as the citrus flavor. I could taste a hint of mango. Refreshing on a hot day. I didn't get any of their other drinks or desserts today. Atmosphere - Interesting decorations. I did not visit the restroom. Not hot or cold inside. I have been to some places where it's been hot. Not very busy. A small cute cafe. Service - Quick and attentive. Parking - Surface parking lot. No parking meter or parking structures. read more

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Little did I know Cafe 86 was a chain that existed outside of California. I was in town visiting family and was craving for a boba drink. I leveraged good ole trusty Yelp for recommendations and of course, I came across this sweet gem in Arizona of all places. I've tried Cafe 86 before in California so I knew that if I came here, I would definitely get their Upside Down Halo Halo. It's more of a dessert since it has layers of sweetness such as: Their signature ube base halo halo, coconut jellies, jackfruit, boba, Frosted Flakes, one scoop of vanilla ice cream, and flan. The mini size was already more than enough for me so I opted for that size instead of their regular. And, you bet that I inhaled that in the same day with zero remorse. My order was made rather quickly and while I was waiting, I got to see the eclectic wall art and decor throughout (including a Darth Vader painting). This is a place you don't want to sleep on especially if you're a Halo Halo fanatic and a dessert lover to boot! read more

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This is now my new favorite go to dessert spot. They have pastries, cakes, cookies, ice cream and even boba drinks! Everything is ube-licious Drinks that I've tried and will order again: -Milo Milk Tea - my husband's favorite + it reminds him of his childhood. chocolately goodness. -The Mermaid - this is essentially a Jasmine Milk Tea with Sea Salt and it was delicious! Just the right amount of floral and tea. -Ube Milk Tea - the place is known for Ube, so their Ube Milk Tea is perfection I brought a dozen of the Ube Leche Flan Cupcake for Thanksgiving once and it was a hit! Not insanely sweet and was just the right amount of flan and cupcake. Their menu seems endless - so much to try and will definitely be back to try something new. read more

I love Filipino desserts, especially Halo-Halo, so when I saw that there is a place in Arizona that specializes in Filipino desserts, I was stoked! My mom and I decided to make the trip to Chandler to get our Halo-Halo fix since she was craving it too. When we arrived, the atmosphere was inviting and cozy, which immediately made us feel at home. We both opted for the Upside Down Halo-Halo, which was an exciting twist on the traditional dessert. The presentation was beautiful, and each bite was a delightful mix of flavors and textures. To top it off, we couldn't resist getting a box of Ube Cheesecake and Ube Flan, which were both absolutely delicious. The service was outstanding; the staff was friendly. Definitely a great to have a place that brings a taste of the Philippines to Arizona! read more

Cafe 86 - Upside Down Halo Halo - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Went when they opened and they were stocked with all the delicious baked goods! Finally got to try the Ube cookie! (Ube crinkle) It was so good!! Thanks for such sweet and kind hospitality to me and my shiba, Ava! Met a friend here for some snacks and refreshments and today is their 1 year anniversary! The last time I was here must've been when they first just opened. Happy anniversary cafe 86!! The openess and natural lighting from outside makes this place so welcoming and bright. read more

Cafe 86 - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

If you're an ube lover, this spot is an absolute must! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with the friendliest service. One of the owners personally helped us navigate the menu, describing each item with such care and passion that you could tell they truly love what they do. The drinks are creative and delicious, especially their ube specialties. Everything we tried was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. To top it off, we learned one of the owners was actually on the Food Network and won! You can definitely taste the skill and thoughtfulness behind every item. read more

Cafe 86 - Ube - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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The cashier is always so kind regardless of how many sweets I consume while I sit and study Their Ube cheesecake is by far my favorite as it always hits with the same amazing mouth watering taste. Typically I get all Ube items there however I tried the Thai tea monster this time just to spice up my routine and this did not disappoint. I love this place because it's so nice to sit and just talk to friends or study. The music is nice and a vibe. If you ask me (as a college student with a crazy sweet tooth) you should come here ESPECIALLY if you live for Ube. I'm talking about the REAL Ube not the jack in the box version like the actual amazing authentic top tier version. For sure will always come back. read more

Cafe 86 - Top is Ube crumble cookie Bottom left is Ube cheese cake Bottom right is Ube cupcake with flan on top - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Drinks tasted great, but the pastries aren't the best. Service was good, place was clean read more

Cafe 86 - Ube Matcha Latte (photo) Also tried Ube Milk TEA Their drinks are pretty good and remind me of chè - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Cafe 86 is a chain cafe establishment primarily with locations in California. They've got one location in Arizona and one in Las Vegas. They also appear as a pop up restaurant at some Phoenix events which is where I found them. The workers were amiable and I tried out their upside down halo halo which is a traditional Filipino shaved ice desert dish consisting of evaporated milk/normal milk plus other ingredients such as jackfruit, jellies, and ice cream. I don't like beans in my halo halo so I was glad to see that they didn't have them. The upside down version of the halo halo features the base liquid as ube instead of the normal milk base and comes with coconut jellies, jack fruit, boba, frosted flakes, and a scoop of ice cream. They had a special pastry sampler which I also bought which included 1 ube leche flan cupcake and 1 ube crack cheesecake. I suppose crack is the correct term here as they were quite addictive. This cost me $22. All of these items were full of decadent flavor and a must try for any dessert fan. read more

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Ube-by, baby! Cafe 86 specializes in ube pastries and drinks. I first tried Cafe 86 in Vegas and in my Yelp review of that location, I wished they opened one in Phoenix. Well, my wish was granted within a year! Cafe 86 opened a location in the Valley and fortunately for me, it's in the East Valley. My son and I visited on a Saturday afternoon. The space is bright with fun murals. The staff was friendly and greeted us when we reached the counter. We ordered the following: Halo-halo (mini) $8.75 Ube Monster (mini) $7.25 Ube pop tart $5.25 The mini halo-halo was delicious and came topped with ube ice cream and leche flan. Despite being a mini size, the halo-halo was a generous serving. My son's Ube Monster was also delicious, bursting with ube flavor. The ube pop tart can be served warm, which I highly recommend. It was soft and delightful. I could have easily ordered one of each ube dessert, but instead, I'll just come back soon! read more

Cafe 86 - Mini halo-halo - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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As a second-generation Filipino with a family background in both restaurant ownership and catering, I don't say this lightly. Cafe 86 gets it right. I've been a loyal customer since they opened over two years ago, and this review is long overdue. The vibes are great, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the lighting is thoughtfully done. The music is consistently on point, which makes it a place you actually want to stay and enjoy, not just grab and go. Management is incredibly welcoming, and the staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what they serve. What I really appreciate is how intentional Cafe 86 is about culture and community. You can feel that it's more than just a dessert spot. It's a space built to bring people together, to share stories, and to experience something rooted in Filipino flavor with a fusion of other cultures as well. And the ube? The real deal. Not watered down, not overly sweet, not trendy for the sake of it. It's authentic, nostalgic, and done with care. They will let you sample the ube ice cream if you haven't tried ube yet (and it is the legit Magnolia ice cream!). As a community leader here in Arizona, I'm always paying attention to the spaces that truly create connection. Cafe 86 is one of those places. It represents pride, culture, and what it looks like to do things well and with intention. Grateful to have a space like this in our community. Some recommendations: the Ube Matcha Latte, Upside Down Halo Halo, Ube Truffle, Turkey Pesto Sandwich read more

This is a small shop with big Ube menu! Everything Ube. I call it Ube lover's paradise. It was kinda late and we're driving back to Tucson, so we just bought some items to take home. First time we tried this Cafe was in California. We fell in love cause we live Ube! Try their beverages, you too will fall in love! So far, I love everything I have tried from this place. read more

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The halo halos are amazing!! Worth coming back for, they taste just like the original Filipino ones. Fresh bakery great prices, overall an amazing place!! read more

Cafe 86 - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

Was curious about this cafe as they have a lot of other locations outside of CA. Came by on a Saturday night. The guys on staff were really nice and happy to answer any questions I had. Ordered the flan ube cupcake, small halo halo, and a thai tea. Total was about $20. Found it to be a little pricey but it is what it is these days. I love Mexican chocoflan so was excited to try this Filipino version. Unfortunately the flan and cupcake were dense and dry. The halo halo was good but a bit too sweet for my taste. For a small it was quite big and I would have preferred a smaller cup for a smaller price to be able to try it. Enjoyed the cereal flakes for added texture. The thai tea was standard and as expected. Wished they had smaller sizes. read more

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The ube desserts here are the best thing on the menu from what I've tried. Ube tres leches, ube truffle, and those things with the leche flan on top are all delicious. As far as drinks go, their ube milk tea with boba was solid but really nothing special. We ordered the dragonfruit calamansi per their recommendation, but I didn't really like it because it was very syrupy and I couldn't really enjoy the calamansi. Clean place overall and employees are very friendly. read more

Cafe 86 - Inside - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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4.5/5 I love anything ube so Cafe 86 is the perfect place to get my dessert needs satisfied. The 411 on this place is that they offer various desserts including 2 types of halo halo, drinks, and a succinct selection of sandwiches. On our latest outing I went with a friend who loves halo halo. She got the regular halo halo while I got the upside down halo halo for my daughter. We also shared an ube butter bar and leche flan ube cupcake. I got a dragonberry calamansi drink for myself. Both halo halo desserts looked amazing! No complaints from the little one about hers. The upside down halo halo has ube shaved ice with vanilla ice cream and flan on top, with the requisite yummy jellies and fruits on the bottom. Cafe 86's halo halo also comes with some boba on the bottom. Frosted flakes sprinkled on the top added some textural crunch. The ube butter bar was good. I could taste the ube flavor more so than the butter. The leche flan ube cupcake was delicious as always, with indulgent flan on top of a soft textured cupcake. The drink was more on the tart side and enjoyable. It had a layer of freeze dried strawberries on top for added flavor and esthetics. Service was friendly and fast. Since we came here later on in the day I wanted a non-caffeinated beverage. According to the person at the counter, the drinks they offer that are caffeine free are: Strawberry calamansi Dragonberry calamansi Ube latte Cali-mango slush read more

You can find these Filipino cafes all over California. This Cafe 86 location opened in Chandler late last year and is our first location in Arizona. If you love ube, you will find a lot of it here. This California-based chain serves tea, coffee, milkshakes and desserts. Some of the signature menu items include ube pop tarts, ube leche flan cupcakes, churrochi and halo halo. The churrochi is mochi dough grilled with butter and topped with cinnamon sugar and caramel. I have been here a few times now and have enjoyed the items that I have tried so far. Some of it is a bit too sweet for me. The halo halo is very colorful and makes for great photos on social media. The truffles have been my favorite so far. They may be small, but they are bursting with ube flavor. I appreciate the cleanliness of this store and the friendly service. Seating is limited here and I had to wait for a table one night when it was busy. read more

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Cafe 86 has a wide variety of drinks and desserts, specifically focused on ube. Ube is a purple yam that has a natural sweetness. It is not the same as taro, though both ube and taro flavored things tend to be purple, with the color usually artificially enhanced. Many Filipino restaurants will feature ube, specifically in their desserts. I've tried a few desserts from Cafe 86, including their ube tres leches and turon poptart. Both were really good, but the tres leches was a bit too sweet for my preference. The turon poptart, which had banana and jackfruit filling, was my favorite! It was the perfect treat without being too sweet. In my experience, they were super friendly and quick with my orders. read more

Not many people know, but ube was my first love! I often reminisce about the time we spent together -- me, ogling and holding my "ube love" so closely... and then eating it gently. Sigh... we had some good times. Fast forward to now, and my love for ube still remains. This is where Cafe 86 comes in - a Filipino cafe that offers many ube options! It's a relatively small shop with a handful of seats to sit and enjoy your drinks and treats. I previously visited a location in Cali... and enjoyed many of the treats (Ube Flan Cupcakes and Ube Crinkle Cookies). While my dietary restrictions limit me from enjoying all of those tasty (and recommended) treats anymore, I can still ogle them and their purple beauty... and also enjoy Cafe 86's many ube drinks! On my last visit, I ordered a hot Ube Latte with an added shot of espresso (since it is a caffeine-free drink by default)... and it was just the right mix of coffee and ube... and brought me back to those tender first moments I spent with ube years ago! Magical! Gluten-free rating: **TWO STARS** Overall rating: ****FOUR STARS**** read more

Are you fan of ube?? Well, this is the place for youuu!!!!! I bought a variety of baked goods for my friend's birthday here as I couldn't decide which ones to get since I was in such a rush. I'm so glad I did because she and I split on everything and got to try each and every one I was lucky to try Cafe 86 back when I lived in the Bay Area; unfortunately, I didn't get to try many flavors so this was the first time I got to try other goodies on the menu. We got and loved: Ube Monster Truffles - It's HUGE but it's soooo good and rich in flavor. I Ube Crack Cheesecake - I'm laughing because we were so addicted to this one. I guess there's a reason why there's "crack" in the name hahaha Ube Tres Leches - This was another fave and love the "crumbs" we pour over the cake. Who knew Filipino and Mexican fusion would be such a perfect match?? We got and mediocre: Ube Leche Flan Cupcakes - This was one of the only pastries I tried in my hometown but I wasn't too big of a fan as it's a little gigantic and have no idea how to eat it LOL Ube/Turon Pop Tarts - These were okay. I'm generally not a big fan of pop tarts as they're a little too bread-y for my taste but think it would have paired well if I had gotten a hot cup of coffee read more

Can we all hear Moira Rose saying, "ube-bébé" or is it just me? I've been here a few times now, and I gotta say, they're pretty good. I've had all sorts of items: Ube milk shake, ube milk tea, ube crinkle, ube tres leche, sea salt coffee, green rose milk tea... And all were pretty great. It's no secret that their ube items are the star of this place, and if you haven't tried this vibrant purple root vegetable yet, I suggest you give an ube item a try! What a great place! I wouldn't hesitate to pop in for a drink or even a sweet treat . read more

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Cute cafe serving speciality ube pastries and mostly Filipino flavors in their goodies. If you are curious about trying ube or love it, this is the place for you! We ordered the cheesecake and butterbar both were so delicious and rich. The lattes were strong on ube flavors as well. The employees were super sweet explaining the menu because it was our first time and there are so many choices so it gets hard to pick but will absolutely come back to try more flavors. We even ordered a variety of desserts for Thanksgiving which we will pick up next week. I love the decor of the cafe. It's well lit and clean. I recommend! read more

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My Ube life support pit stop is here! My whole family loved this place just as much as I did! We were immediately welcomed in at entrance, friendly service the whole time we were there hanging out and enjoying our late morning treats! Everything we ordered was better then we could imagine and can't wait to come back for more! The Ube Truffle and Ube Leche Flan Cupcake was our favorite but their Ube Butter Bar was just as good! Our kids enjoyed their sandwiches, we kinda butted in and ate some of it ourselves knowing next time we will order for 4! We absolutely loved their turkey pesto grilled cheese (not in photo as our daughter dropped it off the high counter and I forgot to take photo of it when we got the new order) All the Ube junkies, this is the place to go! read more

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Small little cafe tucked inside a retail strip in Chandler. The treats give you that modern hint of Filipino desserts in the form of fun drinks and treats! The inside has this casual feel with a mix of fun graffiti graphics on the wall. There are a variety of drinks and treat options. I bought the Milo cupcake and chocolate cupcake, and tried a few staple items all enjoyed by my family. Staff were friendly and helped made recommendations. My drink came out great, highly recommend! read more

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I came across this little cafe thru Instagram. It was to my delight when I realized it was only 3 min away from my work in Chandler. They are a Filipino based cafe so they have all sort of Ube dessert and drinks. I decided to get an afternoon pick me up and ordered a couple of drinks: Peach Mango Tea - Amazing! This tea has a hint of sweetness and a boat load of fruity flavors that I love. House Milk Tea with Boba - yum! I bought this for my daughter. I really liked it too because it wasn't too sweet and the boba was so soft. I couldn't leave without trying their tempting desserts: Ube cupcake with flan - not my fave. I found the cake a tad dry and the flan was overcooked for my taste. Ube cheesecake- this is their signature dessert. The owner was on the Food Network for this dessert. It's really good, great texture but I think the Ube flavor was lacking. The service was friendly. I would definitely come back again and try other dessert. read more

Cafe 86 - Ube cupcake with flan & Ube cheesecake - Desserts Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

Q: Did you hear about the ube truck that crashed on the interstate? A: It caused a huge traffic yam! Welcome to Arizona, Cafe 86! While you're good and make some great ube items, you're not exactly my favorite. The two of us got the ube milk shake, ube milk tea, ube crinkle, and ube tres leche. I enjoyed the milk shake more than the milk tea and the ube crinkle was okay. We have a friend that makes a better ube crinkle so it was hard for them to be able to top homemade crinkles. The tres leche wasn't too inspiring either. Everything we had was decent but I wouldn't go out of my way to get anything from there. The interior is done nicely and it's definitely a great addition to the East Valley. I'll be back to try some of their other items the next time I'm in the area. read more

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