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Cafe Monster

3.9 (42 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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David C.

Cafe monster has a creative menu with unique and popular trendy drinks. The inside has plenty of lounging area with a TV that was playing sports at the time I went. I met the owner Tam and he was very informative with what drinks are the best sellers and any questions we had. I tried the horchata matcha with 50% sugar. My other friends got the Thai tea brûlée. The matcha horchata was topped off with a horchata foam that worked pleasantly well with the matcha. It wasn't overly sweet and I'm glad I adjusted it to 50%. My friends had no complaints and enjoyed the Thai tea brûlée. Will definitely be back to try other drinks.

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Ashley S.

The Vietnamese coffee was very good. We had alot tried two flavor of fries. The Cajun was definitely the best. But they had no dipping sauce or ketchup which would have been a nice touch. But we would definitely come back for the nice and friendly service and big space for hang hanging with friends. I counted their monster mascot as an animal for my "30 before 30" challenge to go to 30 animal themed tea shops before I turn 30!

Robbie M.

This place used to be Ding Tea and now it's Cafe Monster. I decided to stop by and glad I did. Overall, the ambiance is well lit and has a modern feel to it. There is plenty of space and tables for the customers. I ordered the Pink Monster refresher and it didn't disappoint. I love the flavors of Pitaya, mango and coconut milk, what a tropical taste in the mouth and a "pink drink" that's done right! The golden boba still has the same chewy consistency it had under the previous name. I need to go back and try more of the drinks for sure.

drinks always hit no matter what, having a rewards number with them always helps out with discounts also

Left winter melon milk tea , right oat milk blueberry matcha.  Not good.
Bao N.

The quality of drinks here are lacking. My wife and I tried the oat milk blueberry matcha and the winter melon milk tea, respectively. Neither of us enjoyed our drinks very much. They tasted artificial and bland. Considering the many other options available in the area, we won't be returning.

George R.

Good service and great place to study or sit down. The base milk teas are alright but their specialtys are a much better experience. Only thing I can say is your employees and whoever they invite to the store should have better manners especially when theyre blocking the door and fixing their cars in the parking lot.

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Dylan V.

My girlfriend and I are suckers for deals and a BOGO on flavored teas brought us to Cafe Monster where we enjoyed a Pineapple Tea and a Pink Monster Refresher. A little sweet for my liking but overall refreshing. The staff were welcoming and friendly, looking forward to trying their milk/coffee teas next time!!!

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Jasmin G.

Cute and cozy spot. Ben was very helpful with helping me pick my drink. I got the new Einspanner latte. Enjoyed how it had a good amount of sweetness and coffee taste. Will definitely be returning to try it with boba.

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Such a good Vietnamese coffee and great for the price. Definitely my new fave place around

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I love the coffee here! I come here before work to get their Creme Brûlée coffee! Shout out to Tri for giving me good service.

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Best boba in the area! This place is a hidden gem. And the people there are soo nice, like actually..

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Love the milk teas and honey boba. It's still one of my favorite boba places since it was a Ding Tea

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strawberry matcha is goodwould recommend going they have a lot of drink options. Definitely coming back !

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