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    Cafe Maji

    4.1 (1.3k reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated a few days ago

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    Partial menu - 4.6.26
    Shelly S.

    So I was craving Affogato and the pictures here looked so good. The location has plenty of free parking and inside is spaced out and almost like a cafeteria. Clean, no issues. Affogato - 8/10. The espresso was strong and bitter but the ice cream was a good offset. The espresso really packed a punch and boy did I have a surge of energy afterwards. Maybe a squeeze of salted caramel sauce would have made this a 10/10. Hubbys English Toffee (modified to have regular chocolate instead of white chocolate) was a 1/10 sadly. It was very bland and he usually likes every coffee drink. I will go again to try another drink. Not sure hubby will be along for the ride though. Service was good; no issues.

    Latte?
    Mai T.

    Cafe Maji appears to be a great spot for students looking for a place to study while enjoying refreshments. The interior is very spacious, and there are plenty of tables with accessible outlets, making it convenient for working on a laptop for extended periods of time. The environment feels comfortable and well-suited for studying or casual meetings. That said, it may not be the best choice if you're specifically looking for high-quality espresso-based drinks. I stopped in hoping for a quick latte and ordered a hot cinnamon vanilla latte in the smallest size (16 oz). Unfortunately, the drink was quite weak, and I could barely taste the espresso. The foam was also thick, airy, and frothy and more characteristic of a superautomatic machine rather than the silky microfoam typically produced by a traditional steam wand and what you would expect in a latte. While the space itself is well-suited for studying, I can't personally recommend the lattes based on this experience.

    Chicken pesto panini
    Erikaaa S.

    Hands down, I love this place! The food is always delicious, the drinks are amazing, and the owner is sooo sweet. The vibe is cozy and welcoming every time I come in. If you're planning to study here, I definitely recommend it. There are a handful of tables and outlets, which makes it super convenient to get work done. The WiFi is pretty fast overall ! The only issue I've had is that my Canvas won't load here, so I usually use my hotspot to access it and submit assignments once I'm home. That being said, this is also one of my favorite spots to just chill with friends. It's the perfect balance between productive and relaxed.

    Ana R.

    Was about to have dinner at the restaurant next door when I saw this place and remembered coming across it on yelp! After dinner we stopped by and tried the iced banana latte w oat milk & hibiscus lemonade. I thought my latte was perfect, you could taste the banana. You could taste the coffee & the creaminess. The hibiscus lemonade was refreshing & kind of tasted like a pink lemonade. The service was fast. They had lovely music playing. It seems like a great place to study with all the seating they have. I will definitely be back!

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    Rick S.

    I wanted to like this place but the quality of the coffee was just not there. My almond roca mocha tasted like burned coffee from a hotel plus, it was not sweet and I didn't taste or smell any almond roca flavor. The bathroom was not clean but the ambiance is great for students to study. Staff was nice and friendly .

    Super cute :)
    Sammie K.

    Super cute spot to study and enjoy some coffee or tea They also have a few snacks, and the staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming!

    Brownie Sunday
    Charlene S.

    I've had this on my list to try for a while now, and it was not exactly what I thought it would be... The place has that heavy smell of oil, which was kind of uncomfortable to sit in, although there were plenty of people there who were studying and such. The menu is funny at best and confusing at worst. A big part of me wants to really, really, with all my heart, fix it for them. We ordered a brownie Sunday, and the brownies were kind of like the store bought ones. Ice cream was good. It was pretty large, but nothing to write home about. Parking is easy, the service (older gentleman) was great. Seating is a hodgepodge of random chairs and tables. Interesting.

    Caramel Latte|Organic Hibiscus Iced Tea
    Jacob C.

    Artesia is one of those culinary areas that I need to spend more time in. There are a bunch of tasty treats along Artesia Blvd. Cafe Maji was a nice surprise with open space and a variety of caffeinated and non-caffeinated options. I ordered the Caramel Latte and Hibiscus (Jamaica) Organic Tea. Both were refreshing and I appreciated the latte not being too sweet. I'd definitely return for a Banana Matcha.

    Anna V.

    the worker here is so sweet and nice, he seems to be a one man show and is always quick & attentive i remember the last i came, it was really slow during summer season when not a lot of students are in there studying so we were the only customers after hours of opening.. he gave us (really good!) cream puffs for free which was so sweet. i'm so glad business is picking up again! it was pretty busy for a friday night when i went this time i got the red velvet cake and it was quite a large portion with basically 2 slices for $12 ish dollars! had to take it home but was still super good the next day :)

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    Angeli P.

    $9 each for 2 ice lattes. Highly expensive and did not taste good. It tastes like over processed sweetener and my coffee just did not taste fresh. The price and quality is not right. I really wanted to give this place a shot because it's been in my bookmark for a while. The space needs a deep clean. There's fold out chairs and fold out tables everywhere. Seems like a place to study? When I went in with my husband, the place was not welcoming, and had an awkward vibe. The place had no aesthetic. Just lots of tables. We got our drinks and left.

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    When you need to relax, turn off your brain from the non stop world. This is the go to spot. Relaxing music, relaxing environment, very kind service, and amazing food and drinks to help relax.

    Nguyen T.

    Great study spot with plenty of outlets. They also sell food here, which is really convenient

    Plain cruffle (Whipped cream, Vanilla ice cream)

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    Worst coffee i have ever had. We ordered cappuccino and cortado and tasted nothing like espresso based coffee. Do not recommend

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Maji

    Do they allow dogs?

    Service dogs are welcome.

    Are the cute drinks back?

    Nope, new owner.. this is not the same cafe maji we all knew and loved

    When are you reopening?

    this establishment is already open and running smoothly, feel free to drop by!

    Are y'all open for both indoor and outdoor seating, and is there wifi?

    I went there last month and they were open for indoor dining. It's more takeout style and you can sit down indoors. I didn't see outdoor set up and yes there's wifi available.

    Are the cute drinks back? Last time we went it was just regular lattes in paper cups.

    Nope. No cute drinks.

    Hello, Is there outdoor or indoor dining available yet?

    They do have limited outdoor. Not indoor.

    For outdoor service, do they still serve it in a mug?

    We serve our customer's drink in to go cups. Sorry.

    Are you open for dine-in? (looking for somewhere to study!)

    They have dine-in now! Stopped by today and they have spaced out tables with outlets :)

    Is there Apple Pay?

    Yes

    Are there electrical outlets for customers to use for laptops?

    Yes

    Are there outdoor seating? Just wondering if I can bring my dog.

    Yes

    What is their holiday schedule like?

    They are closed New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

    Are there gluten free options?

    I personally never saw gluten-free options. But I recommend asking since they have a variety of options. I just never have seen on their menu that it said gluten-free.

    Is there free WiFi?

    Yes the WiFi is free! Just ask them for the password and they'll go ahead and give it to you.

    What vegan options are available?

    For the a majority of the drinks, I saw options to substitute with Almond Milk or Soy milk :)

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    Monty’s Norwalk

    4.5
    (158 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    My wife and I came here after a hike, on a Saturday afternoon. We were greeted by Henry who was…read moreSUPER friendly and helpful. Hi Henry! Since it was our first time (thanks to tik tok!), Henry went over the menu and shared his personal favorites as well as the most popular among customers. He did tell us they are known for their sandwiches. We went with one breakfast burrito and the granada sandwich, respectfully. We had them cut in half too. We then decided to eat the burrito (she had half and I had half) and save the sandwich for dinner later that day. The breakfast burrito was pretty good. I would say 8/10. It was a good size as well which is why we shared it. Now, when we had the sandwich (shared as well) later for dinner OMG it was delicious!! Every ingredient mixed well together. So much flavor! We got jalapeño aioli as a dipping sauce and man oh man was it good! We will definitely be returning! And honestly, I can't wait! Some notes: If you need to use the restroom, you gotta head over to the movie theater across the way as Monty's does not have a public restroom. Be patient as there is a wait time. It wasn't packed at all, but we believe there aren't many cooks back there. It's okay though, totally worth it in our opinion.

    My family and I decided to try this place based on the great Yelp reviews, but unfortunately, our…read moreexperience was very disappointing. We all ordered sandwiches, and despite there being no other customers in the restaurant, it took nearly 30 minutes for our food to come out. I ordered the turkey sandwich with mayo on the side, but it arrived without the cheese or onions that were supposed to be included. The employee at the counter was very apologetic, which I appreciated, but it didn't make up for the long wait and incorrect order. In total, we spent $56 on sandwiches that were mediocre at best. Sadly, the food and overall experience did not live up to the positive reviews.

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    LA Brisket

    LA Brisket

    4.3
    (1.6k reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    Came across LA Brisket on social media and decided to try it since it's about 20+ minutes from me…read more I got the brisket bowl, about eight thin slices of brisket, slaw, two scoops of rice, and a green sauce. The rice tasted like Filipino garlic rice, which was a nice touch. Overall, really good. The brisket was tender, flavorful, and didn't need extra sauce, which I always look for in good BBQ. Portion was solid for around $15-$16+. Customer service was great, everyone was friendly and welcoming. It's a bit of a hole-in-the-wall in a plaza, but there's plenty of parking. Inside is dim but clean, and the wooden seating fits the BBQ vibe. I'd definitely come back.

    I wanted to try this place out because I drive by it every day. It looks nice from the outside,…read moreespecially at night. My 13 year old grand daughter and I had lunch there and neither one of us liked our food. I don't think I ever tasted brisket I didn't like.... Until now! 6 hours later I keep burping up smoke. Like I drank a bottle of liquid smoke. My grand daughter had the brisket bowl and she said the rice had no flavor at all but she ate the brisket and she said it was fine. The funny thing is that her brisket wasn't as smoky as mine. It was pretty dry though. I had the sandwich,,, I think it was the 405. Anyway I took most of the meat out because it was very dry and very very smoky. The dressing and greens were good. The brisket was All smoke no flavor, no juicy, no wanting to eat the full sandwich. I also ordered sweet potato fries and they were good but the portion was very small for the price. There was no one in there but one other guy taking photos with a ring light and making it look better than it tasted. All smoke and mirrors if you ask me. The service was good but then again, no one else was there. They could have given us more than one napkin though.

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    Brisket Bowl. No rice. Extra slaw
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    Ghost Sando Shop

    Ghost Sando Shop

    4.5
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    4.6 mi
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    I love me some good Dutch crunch bun and I love that Ghost Sando Shop's sandwiches all come on a…read moreDutch crunch bun. I've tried their signature The Melrose, which consists of black forest ham, oven roasted turkey, bacon, melted White American cheese, topped with house slaw (lettuce, red onions, pepperoncini tossed in their "Melrose" spread) and tomato. I absolutely love this sandwich!! It's packed with so much flavor, and the bun absorbs all of the juicy goodness, making every bite incredibly satisfying. Runner-up for me is the Uncle Nikki. This one has Genoa salami, pepperoni, capicola, provolone cheese, also topped with their house slaw. I've only ordered from here through Postmates, and every time their packaging is excellent--they wrap each sandwich in this cute wrapper, which adds a fun touch and keeps everything neatly intact and fresh by the time it arrives. Each sandwich is around $12 (as of June 2026), and I honestly think it's worth the price because these sandwiches are huge and so good!!

    I don't visit chain restaurants often but wanted to try ghost since I love a good sandwich…read more Ordered the phoenix and was pleasantly surprised at the size of the sandwich and its fillings. Probably wouldn't get it again though as it did not have enough buffalo flavor for me. Wouldn't mind coming back to try another different one though. Service was friendly. Restaurant itself and Bathrooms were nice and clean.

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    Nick's Deli II

    Nick's Deli II

    4.4
    (1.1k reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$

    If CONSISTENCY had a name it'd be.... Nick's Deli! We've been eating their breakfast burritos since…read moreforever, almost 10 years from their original location. Their breakfast burrito with a side of salsa is everything you need for a bfast burrito!!!! Filled with potato, cheese, egg, chorizo, bacon, & splash of salsa with a thick side of it. The best part- it hits the spot without feeling too heavy but you'll definitely be full. SECRET MENU!!! If you have little ones, ask for a Jr. breakfast burrito. They omit any heat. Even better is their service. Those guys welcome us with open arms every time. Trying to call ahead for pick up and can't get through?! SAME! Hang up and try again a few mins later!! We never have to call more than 3x. Food is usually ready within 15-20 mins. Want to feel even more special???? Tip them! They get super excited and shout it out. It's my second favorite part of the experience. Their burritos are maybe $10+ so a tip is always appreciated.

    Consistency consistency consistency. I love this place and usually come to get a breakfast burrito…read moreat least once per drill. (Next to Army national guard base in Los Alamitos). I have tried the add sausage, or the extra bacon, but the truth is, the best one is the OG. They put bacon and chorizo and it's fantastic every single time. Would definitely recommend. Sometimes they are hard to reach by phone because of how busy they are but I was in and out in about 5 minutes after ordering. Also very reasonably priced, just over a 10 spot for a very filling burrito Oh and the salsa! Please do not forget the salsa!! (Consistency!!)

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    BREAKFAST BURRITO: EGGS, CHORIZO, BACON, POTATOES & CHEESE (GET IT TOASTED!) | $9.95
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    Katsu Bar

    Katsu Bar

    4.1
    (536 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    "Perfectly golden, extra-crispy katsu, juicy chicken with bold seasoning, crave-worthy sides, and a…read moresmooth Dalgona coffee to balance it all. Every bite hit no misses on this table." *Walking into this spot the music was on point playing Kpop was a+ for me it got my dopamine's pumping. **The staff was extraordinary they were so sweet and supportive of helping me make my choice on what to order extra knowledgeable in the menu Also they explained to me all their ingredients and dishes they make on hand and make food fresh daily! ****Make sure to stop by @katsubar if your in the area Get your cravings satisfied and have the most best elite comfort food everrrrrs!!!

    Shared parking lot with several restaurants & businesses. Casual ambiance. We ordered on the iPad…read moreat the counter and sat down a few minutes to wait for our food. Service was appropriate. I went with the fish katsu curry, hubby got the chicken katsu curry. Nice crunch outside, both protein types cooked appropriately. I preferred the fish, the texture was slightly softer/flaky as expected for fish. There's a little extra charge for spice levels. Good flavor curry, I wish there was a little more curry sauce, I do like to slather my rice :D lol! The mac salad and pickled veggies also good. Comparable price point to other curry places with the serving size. It's solid enough for me to return :) I also liked the egg salad sandwich, bread is nice and soft, egg salad is not drenched w mayo, very good egg ratio, I tasted a small hint of lemon, nice little snacker. The Korean Gangjung chicken tenders soy garlic had a nice flavor as well, a sweet and salty sticky glaze, chicken was cooked nice, not overly cooked, good chicken to batter coating ratio.

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    The Meat Company

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    (180 reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    We are always so impressed with The Meat Company! The quality of their meat is truly superior --…read moreeverything we've purchased has been incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. I can honestly say I've never been disappointed. One of our favorite purchases was a prime rib we pre-ordered for Christmas dinner. It was mouthwatering and perfectly seasoned, and it came beautifully wrapped and ready to go. All I had to do was pop it in the oven, which made hosting so much easier. Being able to pre-order prime rib and other cuts for holiday meals or dinner gatherings is such a huge convenience. Another one of our absolute favorites is their burgers. They are so delicious and beautifully mixed with a prime selection of meats -- you can truly taste the quality in every bite. They are always juicy, flavorful, and perfect for grilling. They also make deli sandwiches that are so good and full of flavor! Everything is made with care, and you can really tell they take pride in what they offer. On top of all that, their customer service is outstanding. The staff is always friendly, fast, and extremely helpful. They truly go above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need. Highly recommend to anyone looking for high-quality meat, incredible prepared foods, and exceptional service!

    The Meat Company is a butcher in Los Alamitos that's next door to Original Fish Company and Polly's…read morePies. They have high-quality cuts of meats and a small, but nicely curated shop with delicious snacks and pantry staples. I like to come here for their picanha, priced at $19.99 a lb. Usually $20 allows me to walk out the door with two modestly sized steaks that become spectacular when they're finished on my stainless-steel pan at home. I also like their frozen meatballs in their freezer, which adds some really nice savory flavors to my spaghetti and meatballs. They have really high end cuts of meat like wagyu and Japanese A5 meats here; however, that's not really what I come looking for. Their pantry is nicely stocked with quality ingredients. It's hard to not pass up their delicious pork rinds (from 4505 or Southern Recipe) or Mutti marinaras. And if I don't feel like cooking, I can come for lunch in order to walk away with a sandwich that they can make for me. Overall, this is a small shop, that's thoughtfully stocked with some really high-quality ingredients for me to make a nice dinner at home!

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    Egg Tuck

    Egg Tuck

    4.4
    (75 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    This is my third time having egg tuck and every visit...I leave so stuffed and satisfied. I love…read morethe burrito especially the sauce that goes with the burrito. The second time I had the burrito and a biscoff latte which was soooooo delicious. It was rich and creamy. For the burrito, the meat is so tender and my favorite would be the sandwiches. It's so good!!! Service is amazing and fast. Will be here again soon!!!

    I came around 10:30 AM and it was packed--every table was full. There are a few seating options (a…read morecouple tables for four, a couple for two, and a booth that fits about five), plus a gender-neutral restroom. Since it was so busy, I ended up ordering to go. Food: * Bacon & Cheese Sandwich - Super delicious, but I'll be honest... it's messy . Everything inside is very soft and rich, which made it a little hard to eat. The packaging helped, but my hands were still super greasy by the end. Flavor-wise though? So good. Just be prepared--it's definitely on the heavier side. I needed water right after because it's that indulgent. Perfect cheat day breakfast. Drinks: * Biscoff Latte (with espresso + oat milk) - This leaned more toward a strong coffee flavor with subtle hints of Biscoff, which I actually really liked. I was in the mood for more coffee than sweetness, so it hit perfectly. Overall, really tasty food and drinks--just know what you're getting into. It's rich, messy, and totally worth it when you're in the mood for something indulgent.

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