There is a dissembling nature about the store front of Chai Master. The parking lot is small and…read morebusy, and the plaza itself seems a bit rundown. Being on the corner of a busy intersection doesn't help you feel more comfortable entering or entering this little lot, either. However, upon entry, you'll find a clean, welcoming, and lovely store, full of small tables with little tap lamps on them, nice lighting, and relaxing vibes. I can see this being a popular hanging, studying, or gaming spot! They have some intense pastries on display by the counter! Even my wife's sweet tooth was shy. It would probably be best to share these with a group! We had two drinks from the menu, and we enjoyed the mango matcha. Whatever was on the bottom of the cup was challenging to mix in with the rest of the drink, and it was thick! However, after a few minutes, the drink mellows out and is actually delicious! We do not recommend the apple tea. It tasted like water with a hint of some flavouring. Not worth the cost. Chai Master can be hit or miss, depending on what you order. However, I can see us returning with a group for pastries and card games!

Friendly staff , small parking lot shared with other local businesses…read more Spacious sitting area , however bathroom needs cleaning. Assortments of different board games available. Turkish black coffee hot , strong and robust .

4.5 stars. I was in the area looking for a coffee shop and I stumbled upon Haru. Nicely decorated…read moreinterior, seating is ample for its size, friendly baristas, and clean interior. I ordered one of their specialties, a Biscoff latte (less sugar and oat milk) and it turned out to be absolutely delicious. The Biscoff flavor was at the forefront of every sip, the latte was quite creamy, and a heavy sprinkle of Biscoff crumbs on top. Yum! When a drink puts a smile on my face...I know it's good. I did ask for a separate cup of ice but that's because I really like ice in my cold drinks. If I did live in the area, I would have loved camping out here to do some reading. Oh, they also have some amazing looking pastries.

I'm a sucker for a good Biscoff latte, and this place has one of the best! It's perfectly sweet,…read morevelvety from the foam, and has a nice little crunch from the Biscoff topping. They really take great pride and work in making each drink with love. It's a cool little place to hang out and have a great drink or pastry. It's clean and has a clean restroom. There's plenty of parking in front. Highly recommend checking this place out!

I was in the area and had some time to pass so looked up nearby coffeehouses with plenty of seating…read moreand free wifi - Local Grind Coffee popped up. First - what a cute cafe with character! A lot of coffeehouses are becoming more "sterile" and less inviting - like all the Starbucks that pop up in the area - Local Grind is the exact opposite! The storefront faces Los Alamitos Blvd - but you park in the back - and can enter from the back as well. The cafe space has a little gift shop to the side, plenty of open seating throughout - tables aren't bunch up close to each other like in other cafes I've been to. Service was prompt and friendly. I told the cheerful clerk it was my first time - but wanted something either iced or blended because of the heatwave. While I didn't catch his name - he asked several insightful questions before suggesting to me either their Funky Monkey or Mocha Jolt - both blended drinks. I opted for the Mocha Jolt and requested "less sweet" and he was able to make some adjustments to accommodate the drink not turning into a liquid candy bar. There's a display case with yummy-looking pastries - but I was already full from lunch nearby. Free and fast wifi, tons of seating, but the big, picture windows (one of which I sat right next to) provided perfect viewing of people walking by, and cars driving by - right alongside busy Los Alamitos Blvd. Restroom is clean and located in the back near the rear entrance by the parking lot. If the parking lot is ever packed - you can park along the street and walk - its mostly a commercial/industrial area on the coffee shop side. Overall, a new favorite spot to grab a cup of coffee variation, and get some work done the next time I'm in the area!

This coffee & food spot always delivers the best food, service and atmosphere!…read more I typically build a breakfast sandwich, get an iced coffee, and my daughter orders a croissant. My sandwich is always delicious and fresh. All of the bread options are fresh- even their gluten free options specifically the muffin! Coffee- incredible. Refreshing flavors too. My daughter's croissant, always buttery and smooth when we ask for slightly toasted. The service is also very welcoming - every single time. Kind, helpful people. Highly recommend this place! Affordable too.

Stopped by after Trader Joe's and was pleasantly surprised by how yummy it smelled inside. Drinks…read moreare made to order and quickly. Mango yuzu matcha - can taste both mango yuzu and matcha. Good balance. Original VTM - VERY strong, can smell it even with the lid on. Delicious flavor! Matcha eispanner - didn't stand a chance, downed the drink

My first time here…read more Coffee 10/10 SEC Bagel 10/10 Service 10/10 Vibes 10/10 My new go to coffee place

really delicious drinks and perfect for studying! i love the matcha and london fogs !read more

I was looking for a coffee spot where I could get some work + studying done, & this place checked…read moremark my boxes! First thing I noticed was how spacious it is. There's plenty of seats, plus the tables are actually big enough to fit your laptop + everything else you need! They have a good selection of coffee, matcha, & tea, so there's something for everyone. My sister got the Banana Pudding Matcha & loved it! It was super creamy & the banana flavor tasted like REAL bananas instead of that artificial, chemical-y stuff. The pudding is not as thick as the one @ coffee& though, #iykyn!! I got the Mate Latte .. I really liked the balance between the espresso & their sweet, creamy house cream. The Biscoff crumble on top was such a nice touch too! My only little complaint is that the music was kinda loud &, not really the usual coffee shop vibe LOL. But honestly, I'm not mad about it! Overall, a solid spot to get some work done.

5 stars all the way & I wish I lived closer to this location!…read more I absolutely loved my Banana Pudding Matcha Latte and it was one of the top banana matcha toppings I've had (and trust me, I've tried a TON of places with similar toppings). My boyfriend's seasonal Apple Cinnamon Matcha Latte was pretty good too & I was impressed by how well this subtle flavor paired with the matcha. I also think it's cute how they have Halloween themed treats. Would definitely come back again in a heartbeat!

Wanted a drink to fuel me for my drive back home to the Bay Area and Coffee & was nearby and it was…read morepretty good! We ordered ahead of time, and my boyfriend and I both got their iced matcha latte. I love a strong matcha flavor, so I decided to get extra matcha for 1.50, and it was a good matcha flavor! My boyfriend didn't get extra matcha, and they did taste pretty similar, so next time I'd just stick with regular. Solid matcha, and would go back if I was in the area

I love the customer service and the strawberry yogurt drink was really good, will come back!read more

What a lovely little gem! I stopped by in the early evening and was delighted to find their…read morecaffeine-free Ube Coco. It was absolutely delicious! You could taste both the ube and coconut, and while it was on the sweeter side, it was just perfect for a sweet treat. I also tried their Biscoff cheesecake, and WOW! Absolutely delectable. I wasn't expecting to enjoy it quite so much, but the flavors genuinely blew me away! The owners also generously gave me a complimentary Vietnamese pastry filled with meat and vegetables. I'm Vietnamese and shared it with my Vietnamese mom, which made it especially nice to bring her a little taste of her home country. The shop has cute, simple decor, and the husband-and-wife owners were incredibly warm and friendly. I really enjoyed chatting with them and learning about their shop. Such a lovely experience, with wonderful hospitality and delicious treats! I'm so happy to have this little gem in my neighborhood. I love supporting small businesses like this and will definitely be back!

Another cafe I keep coming back to! ARC serves a limited range of thoughtfully crafted matcha and…read morecoffee. This cafe knows their core drinks are winners and doesn't rely on full-menu revamps every season to keep customers coming back. As you can see, I am a repeat customer of their Matcha on matcha, but each of the other drinks have been delicious as well. The Orange tonic is on the sweeter side, but you can still taste the bitterness from the coffee and super fizzy tonic water. They put the freshest puree in the strawberry matcha with a natural-tasting sweetness. The goth latte is a must try that you can't find anywhere else. Arc both sells and uses Rocky's matcha in their drinks; a matcha which tastes nutty and roasty. Despite the batch mixing, the matcha is never clumpy or lacking in flavor. The inside is super minimal, yet approachable. While customers constantly rotate through the small space, there is never a long wait and I usually find a seat. The parking lot is small and can get tight during busy hours. Overall, Arc is a great spot for a consistently delicious dose of caffeine.

We visited Arc Coffee around 9:30 am on a Friday and it wasn't too busy…read more Drinks: I ordered the Matcha Einspanner and noticed they use Rocky's Matcha, although I'm not sure which one. The Rocky's Matcha I know and like is usually more nutty, while the matcha here leaned pretty grassy. It was smooth, but I personally prefer a nuttier matcha. I also didn't think the cream added much to the drink. Seating: Limited seating inside. Parking: The plaza parking lot is pretty small, but we were able to find a spot easily. Going around 9:30 am probably helped. The Matcha Einspanner was okay for me and not something I'd personally go out of my way for, but if you prefer a grassier matcha, this might be more your taste.

Fresh, cozy, and organic…read more I'm definitely late to the açaí bowl craze, but after getting pregnant and craving fruit 24/7, I became completely obsessed. Now postpartum, I'm officially a forever convert. I've tried the chains and plenty of local neighborhood spots, but Simply O takes the cake as my favorite. Their small is a great value, and I can't get enough of the PB&J bowl.

I was in the area on a hot day & decided to stop by here to grab a smoothie. Based on the reviews,…read moreit seemed like a great spot, until I walked in, the energy in here from the staff was very dry. The setting inside this location was a bit dark & it had a rotten fruit odor! I thought the smoothie I ordered would make up for it. Sad to say, this place does NOT use fresh fruits/ingredients. I can definitely taste the excess syrup in the drink + can see they added food coloring to make the colors of the drink pop out more. I wouldn't recommend this place, better off finding another spot if you're looking for refreshing drinks/ fresh fruit options.

My cousin picked up a carrot cake for our group to eat after lunch at Mama's Lu…read more The cake was good but their pastries were better before. Especially the frosting. I think they use more margarine than cream cheese now. We can tell the difference because he always picked up the dessert there in the past. It wasn't bad but it was just better. The cake was nice and moist as usual.

We arrived on a Saturday at about 5:30 p.m. with a party of seven and were quoted a 20-minute wait…read more We chose to wait on the patio, which was pleasant and comfortable. More than 40 minutes later, we were still waiting. Throughout that time, all communication was initiated by us. A few in our party separately went inside to ask for updates. During one of those check-ins, I asked whether we could get some water. The hostess responded that there was water on the patio. When I explained that the water station was empty, she eventually came out and refilled it, then returned a few minutes later with cups. She never said a word to us. After nearly an hour, we asked to speak with a manager. He repeated what the hostess had already told us: they were waiting for a particular table to clear, and there was no limit on how long diners could remain seated. I then brought over the sign pictured in this review, which states that during peak hours the restaurant reserves the right to impose a two-hour time limit at tables. The manager responded that the policy applied only during their busiest times. Given that it was a Saturday evening and we had already waited nearly an hour, that explanation was difficult to reconcile with what we were experiencing. A more senior manager ultimately seated us and was courteous and attentive, which we appreciated. What remained unclear, however, was why we had been waiting for one specific table when other seating arrangements appeared capable of accommodating a party of seven. Several large round booths seemed like workable alternatives. The food itself was unremarkable. The theme of the evening was that every concern seemed to be met with an explanation rather than a solution. During dinner, the restaurant's lights were dimmed for the evening, but the fixture next to our table began strobing. It became uncomfortable enough that we asked whether it could be adjusted, only to be told it was on a timer and could not be changed. To their credit, this deli has been in business since 1964, which is an impressive achievement. Vegetarians should also know that the menu appears to offer only a few vegetarian options. Overall, what stood out was not the wait itself. It was the lack of communication, the unwillingness to explore apparent alternatives, and the recurring sense that no one was taking ownership of the customer experience.