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    Cha Cafe

    4.1 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed • 9:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Good for kids

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    Cheese Steak Fries
    Christy S.

    Got the Carnitas Wang and Cheese Steak Fries. Both were flavorful and large portions. The fries were thin and became mostly soggy under the toppings. It would be nice if they used a more substantial, crispy type of fry. Going for a midweek late lunch, it was not busy. It's a very casual place where you order at the counter and find a seat. There were only two tables with diners, however, almost all of the other tables had piles of food and drink trash left. Again, it was not busy, there were at least three people working there and the whole time we were there (we dined in) no one cleared the tables.

    Randy G.

    My friends gave me a few choices to eat nearby work at the end of the day and I randomly chose Cha Cafe located an in a non descript.... Strip Mall... Honestly my expectations were low and I chose it cuz it looked clean inside... To my surprise the good was honestly pretty good or much better than I expected and my friend as well... Everyone got different things... I'll only say the egg rolls were smaller than normal but came with 8 vs most places only come with 4 to 5 usually.... They were pretty good and crunchy....I got the organic tofu wang with no eggs... It was flavorful and good.... It is an Asian, Mexican Fusion place I guess you can describe it like that....I probably wouldn't mind going back....

    Linh N.

    Wow. Definitely a hidden gem. I discovered this place with the SGV passport and it was SOOO worth it. We got the Cha cheesesteak fries and oh my god it was HUGE. I'd definitely recommend sharing because i was so full and barely finished half I live the service. The girl that serve us was so nice! The store was empty at the beginning but it picked up a lot after lunch. I'd come back!

    Games, menus, and a water station
    Lily C.

    Cha Cafe has quickly risen to the top of my list for favorite spots. It's located in a quiet strip mall, and is probably 1 of 2 places that can get busy - the other one being a brunch place. It's super unassuming - from the outside, you could not tell how cute/clean it is on the inside. Service is top notch here, and they have games and plenty of seating each time I've come. You order at the front and pay, and then take a seat. They have such a large variety of things - from drinks and baked goods to rice bowls or cheese steak fries. The last time we came, we got the cheese streak fries, a grilled chicken bowl, and a strawberry matcha latte. All were top notch! What was really cute too, was that the chef or server noticed we had our toddler and actually came out to warn us that the sauce might be a bit spicy with the chicken. We told him oh it's probably fine he can just eat around it, and he came out with a small bowl of rice so that we could separate out the chicken and our toddler could eat it! They completely won me over with that extra touch. They're open early (like 9am for a non brunch place) and the few times I've come in the morning for a drink, it's been pretty empty - so I really hope it was a fluke and they get plenty of business in other hours. I have also come around 7pm and seen most of the seats filled with people either working or eating/hanging out. Their baked goods are also really good (I think they are made there, but not certain!). Bonus: they have a large connect 4 outside that my toddler loves to play with and there should be plenty of parking in the small plaza, especially later in the day.

    Debbie W.

    This place is like a Mexican and Asian fusion place. The plates were large and very filling and we ended up taking everything to-go because we couldn't finish anything. We even got an order on the house. Thank you! There is also water at the counter. We ordered: Beef Wang bowl - was so good and flavorful. Highly recommend Cheesesteak Fries - if you like fries and steak, highly recommend Angus Cheese Burger - not bad if you're just feeling like a burger, but nothing amazing or special Spam Scrambled Fries - just ok, the other dishes were way more tasty Overall the beef at this place was so good. I would recommend any dish with beef. This place is located in a small plaza so parking could get tricky during rush hour. We arrived during an odd time of day and so there was plenty of parking for us. The interior is cozy with lots of booths and the space offers a selection of board games to play while you waited. We discovered a new board game while we were waiting too which was a plus. Our food did not take long to come out either. Tip: please respect the board games. Many of the games had ripped instructions or the box was falling apart which is just so sad. Thankfully it looked like most still had all pieces to be playable.

    Beef Wang
    MJ M.

    I saw the heaps of reviews and to be honest when I pulled up to the plaza, it was very unassuming and I was a little skeptical... I will never judge a book again by its cover. Ambiance alone inside is reminiscent of hanging out at boba shops growing up in the SGV: bright interior, booths and board games, Pokemon and Shrek playing on the TV such a nice vibe to chill with some friends and chat. Most shops nowadays are grab and go so this felt very nostalgic for me. Now for the real hitters: I still am unable to understand how they can serve this food at this price. Beef Wang (16.48) is one of their signature dishes. It sounds really simple on paper, stir fried meat, mushroom, and egg. That's it. I am still wondering how they were able to get such a flavorful bowl from a simple dish and on a perfectly cooked bed of way too much rice so you can enjoy leftovers at home. Super Sea Nachos (35): Our party of 5 ordered our own bowls and shared this thinning it was going to be a simple appetizer. The avocado alone we joked shoulda been 35 . An assembly of tuna, shrimp, imitation crab, with wonton nachos was the perfect fresh accompaniment with the rice bowl. They do not skimp at all on the nachos or seafood and no doubt I'd share another tray with friends another day. They are not the most extravagant dishes, but honestly the quality, comfort, ambience, and value makes this one of my favorite sit down experiences recently.

    Entrance seen from parking lot.
    James L.

    It's been years since my initial visit, and driven by many times since then. Recently, I decided to give them another try and I'm glad I did. Orders are placed at the counter and it's brought out to your table. Everything else is self service, like water, napkins, utensils, and even to go boxes for your leftovers. They're famous Chicken Wang, Pyng Bowl, shrimp cilantro wrap and Birria Ramen were all good in their own ways. You could definitely taste the fusion flavors. With the exception of the shrimp & cilantro wrap, the other foods are a bit on the heavier side, but very satisfying. I chose chicken for the Pyng Bowl. It comes with two eggs and rice, my kind of savory breakfast. We also tried their pastries, and it pairs well with coffee. Their blueberry lemon scone is also good, with a bite of tartness in the first bite. They share a small parking lot with other businesses in this tiny strip mall. The few times we came here we didn't have problems finding a space. I find Cha Café to be a good spot to try unique fusion flavors, and I will be back again.

    Fries
    Tiffany L.

    Cute hole in the wall. Asian fusion food. Easy parking but can be limited. You order at the counter first and they'll bring the food to you. Pretty fast service on a Monday 2pm Tried the beef wang bowl - pretty good with lots of meat and rice. I think for the portion size it's a bit expensive but that's the economy nowadays. I would get this again. Also tried the beef fries, which were fresh and hot. Nice add on to the rice if you're feeling unhealthy. Strawberry matcha drink - a tad sweet for my liking but overall I liked it and would prob get again

    Beef Wang no mushrooms
    Shannie C.

    I loveeeee the beef wang here, it's what I crave when I'm feeling comfort food but it's unique in its own way too. It comes with beef, rice, mushrooms, eggs, green onions, sesame seeds, their teriyaki sauce. I usually order it w/o teriyaki sauce on the rice and w/o mushrooms. It's so simple yet it tastes bomb!! The cheesesteak fries r delishhhh as well. I love the peppers and onions and whatever cut of beef they use for these dishes is sooo good with the little fatty parts that add so much flavor. The price is a little high for the portion but honestly for how much I like it I don't mind the cost if that's how we can keep this establishment around a while longer! This places gives me the same comforting vibes as Ono Grill in MPK before it closed down, iykyk, and their closure is still one of my biggest heartbreaks so I'm happy to support this restaurant as long as it's around. Service is fast casual, you order with the cashier and then take a seat. They'll serve the food to you and you can leave everything on the table when you're done, someone will clean it up I don't live too close so when I come I just order my usual but the other menu items like the ssam and specials all look really good too! The drinks that I've had were just okay, I stick to the food when I'm here

    Cha Cheese Steak Fries + cha sauces.
    Kevin M.

    It had been awhile since I had gone to Cha Cafe. Recently, we came by for a dinner to get some grub. The hours are extended now to 9pm I think. Before they used to close pretty early around 5pm. Cha Cafe has been around for a long time and I remember when they used to be in West Covina. The location is in El Monte and in a very small complex with little parking. Cha Cafe has plenty of tables inside for seating. They offer board games and card games to entertain yourselves with others. We were greeted when we came in. While taking orders with the cashier, it felt like a very robotic type of interaction with little to no energy or enthusiasm. We ordered a few items to share and my wife also redeemed the Cheesesteak Fries from the SGV passport. What I do commend Cha Cafe for is the quality of flavors in their food. It was all very delicious! Shout out to the chefs cooking up the dishes. The shrimp skewers were delicious. The Cha Cheesesteak Fries were ridiculously flavorful. The Kalbi Beef Ssam was tasted fresh and was loaded with beef in every bite. Overall, Cha Cafe's food was still as delicious as I remember. Plenty of delicious food is offered here and I'd come back if we find ourselves in this area again. ( ^_^)b

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    Grace M.

    i love cha and have been coming here for years! went back and the staff were so sweet! i tried the brookie too and it was SO good! just look at how the chocolate chip is melty!

    Restroom
    Hanna Y.

    I came here for dinner with my friend. I wanted to introduce this place because it has been a gem for many years. The ladies at the front were nice. They even have games if people want talks entertainment while they eat. Def a nice hangout spot. We got the cheese steak fries and beef want bowl. Both were excellent and hit the spot. I think my favorite surprise though was going to the restroom and seeing that they have pads!!!

    Pyng Rice Box (chicken) and strawberry matcha iced
    Francisco M.

    The cafe is within a small plaza with enough parking. It's really cute inside with a decent amount of indoor seating and few outside seating. It's a chill vibe that's great for casual hangouts. They even have some table top games! You'll order upfront then seat and the food will be dropped off. The staff are really nice, friendly, and accommodating. The food arrived at a good time. I got the pyng rice box with chicken. It was pretty good. The eggs was the right amount of runny. The chicken had a good flavor and moist enough. The rice is rice, nothing bad. The strawberry matcha is really good. The matcha flavor itself wasn't diluted and you get a good amount of strawberry sweetness with each sip. I'd return to try out more of their menu!

    Chicken Wang. 2 extra sauce containers given for free without asking, but I didn't actually need them.

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    Great food love the pork loins. Fast service and casual eats. Also really like their green tea.

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    i've been coming here for years and the food is always amazing. The staff are still very friendly, but please bring back the ninja fries

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    Beef Wang was delicious. The esthetic was great. Loved the poke nachos also. I would try it again.

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    Although I had to wait after ordering online, it was worth it. Best burger I've had in a long time! Perfectly cooked!

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    Ask the Community - Cha Cafe

    Can we please bring back the ramen burger?

    The Ramen Burger was trending years ago. It was losing its popularity. We had to make the decision to discontinue it and we added the Birria Ramen. We hope that you can stop by to enjoy this savory soup.

    When you will open up for dinner?

    We are open for dinner now. We have updated our hours and will add more hours when we can. Hope to see you soon

    I love their food but when will they get baby chairs?

    Good question. I need to order some

    This place is listed today as having outdoor seating. Is it still available? If it is, is it covered or heated? How many people can sit there? / April 8, 2023

    Hello. Yes we have 3 table outside for your enjoyment. It’s a lovely weekend. Hope to see you soon

    Do you still serve your ninja fries?

    Hello. We stopped serving the Ninja Fries. We added our New “Chalote Corn Ribs”

    Miss you guys! Do you still remain closed during this time? Thanks for the quick responses!

    Miss you as well. We just reopened. We have new temporary hours. Monday - Saturday 11am to 5pm for take out only.… 

    Is this place open during quarantine? been trying to call for the past 2 weeks to order.

    Hi thank you for reaching out. We are still Temporarily closed. We plan to open beginning of June with the addition online ordering and curbside pickup for your convenience. Hopefully we’ll see you then. Thanks again for your patronage.… 

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    Moffett's Family Restaurant & Chicken Pie Shoppe - Chicken Pot Pie Dinner (pie filled with tender dark meat and gravy). Served with soup, mashed potatoes, vegetable, bread and small dessert.

    Moffett's Family Restaurant & Chicken Pie Shoppe

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    My boyfriend was craving that classic American Midwest comfort food, and we stumbled upon MOFFET's…read morein Arcadia, tucked away in the corner of a shopping center. What a delicious find! The chicken pot pie was absolutely delicious! The crust was light, flaky, and perfectly paired with the flavorful, comforting filling. We ordered the lunch special, which comes with your choice of pot pie and two sides. Our waitress, Dez, was so kind, attentive, and welcoming. She truly gave us that warm, classic diner-style service that makes you feel right at home. The restaurant itself is adorable and has such a cozy diner atmosphere. We were way too full to try the pies, but that just gives us another reason to come back! MOFFET's is definitely on our list for a return visit.

    Moffett's is a Chicken Pot Pie restaurant in Arcadia, serving comforting food…read more The interior had a classic diner feel with homey/vintage decor that showed character. Although there wasn't lines for getting seated, the tables were filled and turned around quickly. My server was very friendly, patient, genuine, and warm. She kindly answered many questions and shared recommendations. All staff there were very helpful in general. I tried the dark meat chicken pot pie with gravy, apple pie, mixed berry pie, and a side of salad. The pies were amazing, portioned well, and very flaky. The salad was surprisingly delicious, topped with beans and paired with an addicting ranch dressing. It was all priced reasonably in my opinion. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal at Moffett's. I'd recommend for others to try their pies as well.

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    Kyuramen x TBaar

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    4.0(853 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I avoided this place since it opened because the lines were ridiculously long and I wasn't in a…read morerush to wait an hour for ramen. Recently, I noticed the lines disappeared so we came for an early dinner. The interior is pretty cool. It's kit just tables and chairs but the design element is unique. Some seating are inside a honeycomb shaped booth, some are just in the middle of the dining area. We were seated at a table that resembles a birdcage. There's a lot of wood and warm colors, which makes the ambiance stand out over other ramen places. We ordered a ramen, omurice with katsu, some skewers and popcorn chicken. The spicy ramen was delicious, but there was no soft boiled egg as shown on the menu photo. All I saw was a broken egg white at the bottom of the bowl. 4/5. The omurice was nicely done. The egg was perfectly soft and silky with a nice curry sauce in the side. The katsu that came with it was crispy, hot and tasty. 4.5/5. The popcorn chicken was great. Perfect seasoning and crispy. 5/5. The skewers however, were the low point of our dinner. They did not appear they were cooked fresh. The meats were dry and tough. The scallops were OK but tiny. Chicken was average. The whole order did not satisfy. We also got an Amazing Lemonade and Thai iced tea. The lemonade was a very refreshing drink, and the Thai tea is just like all other places. Our server, unfortunately forgot his name, was excellent. Very personable and great at describing flavors. The friendliness extends to the rest of the staff too. It's a nice place to check out. Note their parking lot is fairly small, and shared with Paris Baguette next door. It's a 4.5, rounded up.

    This place is one of my favorite restaurants in the 626 because you literally can't go wrong with…read moreanything on the menu. They have a wide range of delicious dishes!! My favorite appetizers are always the popcorn chicken and crispy hot piping purple sweet potato fries!! Their ramen is also super yummy, but I prefer their tonkatsu omurice with curry sauce. Love the fluffy egg blanket over the rice on that dish. I also enjoy getting their omurice as a combo since it comes with a Thai tea! As for desserts, I can vouch for their matcha pudding and matcha tiramisu which were not too sweet :) I'm only giving them 4 stars bc it's slightly pricy and also I feel like as nice as the free coupons on the ramen bowl are if you win them, it's also a gimmick especially because you have to redeem it the next time you visit AND dine in. I feel like I have to come back and spend even more money to get my free item, so I feel a little robbed. Something for the restaurant to reconsider. Maybe allow customers to redeem their free item the day of their visit or allow us to redeem it to go instead of dine in. Overall super great restaurant though and everyone should try their food at least once!

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    HK Macau Bistro - Pineapple bun with butter

    HK Macau Bistro

    3.8(508 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    One of the most authentic Cantonese cafés you'll find in the U.S., and honestly, probably one of…read morethe best in the area. There are a few Canto cafés around here, but this one is definitely one of our favorites. Dim sum is pretty easy to find, but authentic Cantonese cafés are much more of a rare find. The lower reviews are probably due to the service, but in my opinion, a truly authentic Cantonese restaurant should have questionable service because that's exactly what you get at the good places in Hong Kong. The philosophy in Hong Kong is basically "food over service." If they're being too nice, they're probably overcompensating for something haha. Getting either the hot or iced milk tea or lemon tea is a MUST. It's the traditional way to do it, and they even offer unlimited refills! Just be warned that you might not sleep that night because Hong Kong-style tea is no joke when it comes to caffeine. Pro tip: If you get the lemon tea, you have to crush the lemons into the tea to get the right flavor! My friends and I are regulars here. They're open late, and the ambiance is so fun, with tables decorated with mahjong tiles and neon lights that basically scream Asia. The food is top tier and, in my opinion, some of the best Cantonese food you'll find in the U.S. Our go-to orders are the tomato baked rice dishes, stir-fried vegetables, 3-cup dishes, and brisket curries. For something sweet, we always share the classic Cantonese French toast with peanut butter inside or one of the pineapple buns. Definitely recommend coming here if you're looking for an authentic Canto café experience! :)

    It was my second time visiting HK Macau Bistro and my recent dinner experience was way better than…read moremy breakfast experience last year. I came here a few nights ago when the hot pot spot I wanted to eat at was packed and I didn't want to wait. I decided to try HK Macau Bistro instead since I low key wanted to have baked pasta. Restaurant was packed but I was able to be seated right away. I ordered the following dishes: - Baked Fish Fillet with Cream Sauce / Pasta - 8/10. This was really good. The melted cheese on top made this dish so delicious! - Chicken (Half) - 7/10 - This was good but it just tasted like any the chicken at any other place. - Chinese greens - 7/10 - This was okay. Preferred stronger flavors as this tasted kind of bland. - Curry Beef Stew / Tendons - 9/10 - Very tender! I liked this a lot! Would definitely order again! Lemon Iced Tea was yummy! Service was good. Restaurant was clean. Love the H.K. Vibe.

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    Min Min Pie House - Hot and sour soup

    Min Min Pie House

    4.3(246 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    True hole in the wall place with homemade Chinese dishes featuring dumplings, buns, pancakes and…read moremany other things. If it can be wrapped in dough then fried or steamed, these ladies can do it! QR code menus unlock the secret treasures of the kitchen prepared by old school cooks. You get the feeling that you're eating from the kitchen of the Chinese family matriarch. Sitting at the table waiting for the next treat to arrive. Order plenty of dishes, one from each category and then take the leftovers home. There are cute signs on the wall giving instructions about the cups at the table. Don't play with them. They are for drinking. Be self-disciplined! "Be patient, we make everything by hand" Listening to the sounds of Chinese ladies conversing, decorations from the homeland, other Chinese customers sitting at tables gossiping about the gringos. It's easy to imagine that you've walked through a portal into another world. That's the beauty of Alhambra. And plenty of parking in the rear.

    Simple, no frills dumpling/bao place on Main st. I had forgotten about the place and recently…read more"rediscovered" it while driving by. Its really a hole-in-the-wall type place. Maybe like 5-6 tables and a counter to order. The menu is a QR code that you scan~many different flavors of "pies"...imagine flat bun thats pan fried and crispy on both sides with juice meat on the inside. I mostly just end up ordering their wonton soup (which is $6.99 btw) yep~that price is unheard of nowadays. The wontons are tiny but its perfect for me when I want food but don't want food coma. They take card, but I think minimum is $20. Theres a freezer with frozen dumplings/wontons that they sell for you to cook at home. Parking is street or a public lot in the back. Don't park on the side that says "need permit" the city of alhambra don't play....just saw someone get a ticket last week....

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    Cha Cafe - coffee - Updated September 2026

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