I really enjoyed my breakfast and the customer service. It was my first visit to S&J Gran cafe. I'm…read morepicky about breakfast and how it's prepared. I ordered the Denver omelette which was delicious and perfectly prepared. None of that overcooked burned egg crust stuff, The omelette was light and fluffy. A good ratio of meat and veggies inside.The home potato's had perfect crusty edges. The green salsa was perfect for those like me who can't take much spice. Coffee was a little strong. The sour dough toast wasn't a true sour dough. It tasted like white bread. Service was a 10 . Mau was friendly and kept checking to see if we needed anything. He usually works at the orange location, I know because I liked his service so well that I asked him. I loved the upbeat music which made for a relaxing leisurely breakfast. It was very clean inside. Bathroom was a plus. It was very clean. No nasty smells or dirty toilet or funky smells. Which is rare. All of the breakfast spots are gone in Rowland Heights/Diamond Bar, Now I have a new breakfast spot. Half Mexican/American breakfast spots.

We stopped by for breakfast and the place has potential, but there are a few things they could…read moredefinitely work on. The customer service wasn't the best -- it felt like the staff could be a bit more attentive and welcoming. The food was okay, not terrible, but not something I'd come back for unless they improve their dishes and add better plate options to the menu. Also, the music was pretty old and a little corny, which threw off the vibe of the place. With better service, improved food choices, and an updated atmosphere, this spot could be much better, and cleaner.

Absolutely love this place. It honestly feels like such a local hidden gem. Their breakfast…read moreburritos are so good, I literally get one every time. Their sweeter breakfast items are also huge portions and just so yummy. They do amazing dinners too, the salmon cakes are unbelievably good. They also host private dinners, which is actually what I did for my best friend's engagement dinner. Huge shoutout to the owner, Cat, who was so amazing to work with and made the whole night feel extra special. She was so patient with all my questions, made the planning process super easy, and even helped create a customized menu for our dinner. You can really tell how much care goes into this place.

Great food, front-of-house needs a bit of work…read more.. We made reservations for Mother's Day brunch a week ahead and thankfully we did as they had booked up at least 1 or 2 days before. Parking is super easy as it's in a plaza and shares a big lot with other businesses. They had a special menu, so I'm not too sure what is and is not part of their usual menu, but this is what we ordered: 1. Baltimore Crab Cakes (comes with 2): we were pleasantly surprised as it came with a side salad; the crab cakes themselves were not dry at all and came with a good amount of crab. Delicious, 5/5 2. Heirloom tomato and stone fruit salad: one of the things they pride themselves on is sourcing their ingredients locally and sustainably. You can really tell with this dish that all of their ingredients are really high-quality and fresh. The stonefruit was super sweet. The price ($18) was a bit high for the portion size, so this was a 4/5 for us. 3. Crab & tonnarelli: really good cook on the pasta; my husband is really picky on pasta that's overcooked, but this came to us perfectly al dente. There was a good amount of crab as well, so we appreciated that they didn't skimp. That said, the taste was a bit one-toned and underseasoned, which is a lot coming from us since we typically complain about food being too salty. If it came with a bit more salt, it would've been one of our favorites. 3.5 (maybe 4)/5 4. Pork sisig and garlic rice: we love sisig, so we had to order it. While it was super flavorful and delicious, we couldn't finish it on the spot since it was pretty salty and we were getting full. We did take it home and cook some more vegetables into it to dilute the salt a bit. 4/5 5. Ricotta cheese pancakes: super fluffy and airy, you can tell why they need 20 minutes to prep them. Again, the fruit they used was super fresh and sweet. Loved, no notes. 5/5 Service-wise, there were some hiccups with our orders. Our salad came to us without the burrata and when we asked them about it, it took about 3-4 people double-checking their menu to confirm it actually came with burrata, then a handful more minutes to rectify it. It seemed strange to me that they were unfamiliar with their own menu. Our pork sisig dish came out much later than every other dish and our waiter had to check up on it a few times, so it may have just gotten missed. There seemed to be a lot of people working in the front, but somehow hard to flag them down and get helped when we needed it. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt as it was Mother's Day and I'm sure it was busier than usual. Our waiter was also gracious in comping a drink as a result of the long wait for the sisig. Overall, we'll still come back as we want to try other dishes and we do appreciate the freshness of the ingredients and their integration of vegetables with dishes, which can sometimes be hard to come by. Just wanted to provide some feedback on service in hopes they'll take it constructively.

SAMK is the best ever fusion restaurants I've ever had! Food is always fresh and cook to the…read moreperfection. This is a hidden gem in the area while all the other crowds are lining up for the other trendy restaurants. Service is super friendly, fast. And they are dog friendly in the patio! Vibe is so chill and relaxing! Food is 10/10 perfect, tasty and fresh. They use high quality ingredients. Come to SAMK, you won't be disappointed!

I am a huge fan of Asian fusion cuisine, so I was pretty excited to try SAMK after reading the…read morereviews online and their menu. I came in on a Sunday afternoon around 3pm, and my first impressions walking in was the interior is clean and pleasantly warm. I ordered the creamy mala seafood pasta since it was the most unique dish on the menu. Service was good but nothing special. Creamy mala seafood pasta, 2.5/5: The pasta was inoffensively average. There were some bites that were creamy and some bites that weren't. I honestly thought it could use more cream or butter to add some more richness. The pasta itself was al dente. There wasn't much flavor overall with the dish, and the mala was very mild (for reference, I can handle medium spice levels at other restaurants). The seafood quality was okay for the price. Overall, I thought the ambiance was really nice, but the pasta I ordered was average at best. Maybe I will give this place a 2nd chance and try something else.

Aroma Cafe is the main store to Sweets a couple of doors down. I went here on a Saturday at 11:30…read moreAM to grab brunch before stopping by Sweets for a pickup order. There were plenty of parking as it's in a shared plaza. For the store, it's a moderate size but it was definitely busy at the time we went. For ordering, you'll need to order at the counter before sitting down. After browsing the menu, we decided on the pink vodka pasta and the rich miso pasta (Taiwanese sausage added). American Express is accepted as a payment option. The staff gave us a number to place on the table we sat at but we were free to grab any seat we liked. For seating, there were a few tables for parties of two and limited tables for bigger groups. Keep in mind if you need water or extra napkins, they'll have those near the bar seating. Both the Pink Vodka Pasta and Rich Miso Pasta exceeded our expectations! The miso pasta leans on the creamy side but pairs very well with the pink vodka pasta. The miso pasta didn't come with any protein by default, so we were glad that we added the Taiwanese sausage. Fun fact is that the meatball from the Pink Vodka Pasta is vegan! The portion size was super generous from both dishes and was beyond just two people. I wasn't expecting to discover pasta dishes that I'd consider as one of my favorites from this visit! I'll definitely come back to try other dishes.

super cool spot love the vibe of everything and the people were nice just wish there was wifi…read more the coffee is okay and more on the sour side I wasn't the biggest fan but the cakes were good

I took my mom here for a Mother's Day brunch and my birthday celebration because it falls around…read morethe same time every year. I am so glad we chose Hide Out Cafe in Rowland Heights to have our celebration. The food is delicious, the staff is so friendly, and the cafe is so cozy and welcoming. My brother was sponsoring our meal since he couldn't make it, so of course we had to go all out and order two drinks and two main dishes. (Thank you, big brother)! I got the Boba Bear Set $8.50, which comes with a drink and two house-made cookies, and my mom got their Tiramisu Latte $7.00, which is heavy on the coffee liquor, to be honest, but we had fun with it. The drinks are crafted beautifully, and with the open cafe concept, you can see they pay attention to the small details of their crafted drink menu. The house-made cookies that were a part of my Boba Bear Set are not to be forgotten. The cookies are buttery, decadent, and delicious; they are the perfect tea cookies to pair with! I can't wait to go back and try more of their fun drinks and maybe bring a study book the next time. For our main dishes, we shared the Chimi Wagyu & Frites $35.00, and the Fresh Avocado Toast $19.00. We both love eggs so of course we had to get something with eggs in our dish. My mom loved her avocado toast, and they were very generous with the avocado as well on there. The salad is a definite hit with us and included a great dressing on the side. The eggs were cooked perfectly on top of our toast and steak. The frites with my steak were crispy and seasoned well. I also loved the chimi sauce with my steak as well. The portion was huge so we were able to take some back home to enjoy another day. Overall, my mom and I had a great experience and would absolutely come back for another sip of their lattes and try another fun drink on their menu. We left with happy smiles and full stomachs, and can't wait to come back soon.

I had a magical, memorable experience at Hide Out Cafe (Rowland Heights). I ordered the Boba Bear…read moreSet ($8.50). It's a brown sugar milk tea with caramel foam with a floating frozen milk tea bear. ADORABLE!! The set even includes two house-made cookies. WOW! TASTY!! (Important: Cash is not accepted. Bring card or contactless payment.) I arrived at Hide Out Cafe (Rowland Heights) on Wednesday (around 10:21AM). Parking is very easy. The lot is big. However, Hide Out Cafe (Rowland Heights) is very hidden. It has no visibility from the street! Staff is very professional and welcoming. Staff politely and cheerfully answered all my questions. Staff is very knowledgeable and accommodating. For example, the location does not have a paper menu; all the menus are accessed via QR Code. Fortunately, Staff let me borrow their iPad which allowed me to see the menu on a larger screen. When I'd arrived, Staff asked if I was dine-in or to-go. I was immediately seated. When I'd inquired about the boba. Staff honestly told me that they needed 15 additional minutes to prepare the boba. I brightly waited. All in all, after the 15 minute wait, the drink took an additional 10 minutes before being ready. As mentioned, I ordered the Boba Bear Set ($8.50). CUTE!!! It's a very aesthetic and memorable presentation. The boba pearls came perfect; they're bouncy, perky, and playful. The brown sugar milk tea mixed with the caramel foam tasted honey-like. It's very TASTY! My biggest nitpick is that the amount felt tiny. Still, it's a wonderful memory that I'm so happy to experience! On ambiance, Hide Out Cafe (Rowland Heights) is comfortable and clean. There's about 13 interior tables, and there's six patio tables. The music is slow-tempo, and the tall ceiling made it feel spacious. In addition, Hide Out Cafe (Rowland Heights) has utility. There's customer internet with password; details are available on the QR code menu. There's also about four electrical outlets. I also appreciated the self-service water station. There's also a gender neutral restroom in the back. Hide Out Cafe (Rowland Heights) felt very hidden yet well-maintained. It's a lovely spot. Overall, I had a magical, memorable experience. I discovered AMAZING milk tea and many precious memories. If searching for someplace special, I happily recommend. 4.9 out of 5

This is a very cute restaurant for breakfast/brunch! We came to try it on a Wednesday lunch…read more We ordered steak and eggs, the steak was not good, very rough. I wish they charge more but give a better quality steak. But the way they flavored the steak was very good!! Then we ordered the smoked salmon benny, very delicious! Loved everything about this dish! I would come back for this! We also ordered their signature dessert, Dutch baby, it tasted exactly like bread pudding. It was good but not what I imagined how it would taste. So trying once was enough for me. Service was attentive! Everything else was great. Will be back occasionally!

Let me start with the coffee and hazelnut latte, amazing. We were seated quickly, which was nice,…read morebut then it took about 10-15 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us. Servers kept walking past our table without checking in and honestly looked kind of lost or wandering around aimlessly. Luckily they keep water pitchers on the tables already filled, which now makes perfect sense considering how long it takes to get service. Smart move on their part. I ordered the avocado toast with a side of bacon, and my husband ordered the chorizo skillet. The coffees and my food came out quickly, but his never did. Instead, we watched an older server walk around the restaurant with his skillet and bacon, stopping at multiple tables asking if it belonged to them. Twice she set it down at other tables before being told it wasn't theirs. The third time, she finally brought it to us. That seems like it should be a health issue, what if someone else had stuck their fingers in it not knowing. By then, my husband didn't even want it anymore because it had already been sitting in front of other people. To their credit, they remade it, but then we waited another 15 minutes for his food while I had already finished eating. We actually watched another couple sitting next to us get so frustrated because their order was completely forgotten. After waiting forever with no food and barely any acknowledgment, they eventually just got up and left. Overall, cute spot and really good coffee, but the service was incredibly disorganized and the food mix-up was a huge turnoff. Unfortunately, we won't be back.

Really good food, decent price friendly service I would…read morerecommend this place Quant and cozy

Domestic is located in downtown Covina, and is amongst many other dining options including walkable…read morebars and dessert options. I'm bummed I haven't tried Domestic sooner because their barbecue is undeniably delicious. Our family of five (with one little one), opted for the family plate which included chicken, ribs, sausage link, and tri-tip - and amongst sides - was PLENTY to share but also so damn delicious!! There is both indoor/patio covered seating as well as bar and bar top options. The restaurant is quaint but the outdoor space adds plenty of tables for dining flow. We did not have to wait around 5pm on a Friday but was fairly full when we were done. The service was... awkward? The server took our order at least three times because there was an issue with the device but didn't really say that and kept asking for our selected options. It was a little challenging to get his attention for drink refills and napkin requests. Overall, a really good experience and I'd chalk up the server to being flustered in the moment. Regardless, we want to come back to have more delicious bbq!

The place is such a great spot with really good food and a warm, welcoming vibe. We came for my…read moreparents' anniversary and it ended up being the perfect place to celebrate. Everything we tried was super flavorful and you can tell they put care into the dishes. The German and Roland were friendly and made us feel right at home. Definitely recommend!

Ask for Rowland!…read more He's worked here for 5 years! He loves what he does! Very lively!

We just tried the Tea Time Special at Delicious Food Corner in Diamond Bar yesterday. Although we…read morehave been there many times, we never had the chance to try this specific special before. When we arrived at 3 p.m., the restaurant was not packed, allowing us to hang out comfortably with friends since it wasn't busy. The Tea Time Special is available for both dine-in and takeout from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. They offer a total of eight choices, and they are all $11.95 each.The special also includes a free drink: coffee, milk tea, Chinese tea, or Iced Lemon Tea. You can also upgrade to a Frozen Red Bean Drink for an extra $1.50. It is a very good deal! The options (A-H) include: A) Hong Kong Style Wonton Noodle Soup B) Home Style Stir-Fried Silver Pin Noodles C) Fried Chicken Wings w/ Spicy Salt (3) & Pasta with Bolognese Sauce D) Mixed Fishball & Fish Paste Sliced Rice Noodle Soup E) Scallion Oil Pork Chop w/ Rice F) Stir-Fried Beef Spaghetti G) Curry Chicken w/ Roti Canai H) Coriander Minced Beef Vermicelli in Soup I chose the Home Style Stir-Fried Silver Pin Noodles first. I had tried them before for breakfast, and they tasted great, and not many places make this popular Hong Kong dish. We also ordered the Curry Chicken w/ Roti Canai and the Fried Chicken Wings w/ Spicy Salt & Pasta with Bolognese Sauce.All of our orders arrived quickly and tasted delicious. I especially loved their curry. The fried chicken wings were good, but there were only three pieces as advertised. While the pasta wasn't bad, I do wish the dish came with more chicken wings instead.I definitely want to try their other Tea Time Specials next time. The service was excellent. Our server refilled our iced lemon tea a couple of times and even gave us a to-go cup for the road.

Came here craving the salted fish and pork clay pot rice dish; however we were told they were out…read moreof.. that was a bit disappointing .. Instead we ordered a seafood crispy noodle dish, chicken wings, and char siu pork, duck, and pork belly dishes to satisfy our Asian food cravings. My boyfriend and I both agree that the noodles were the best, followed by the chicken wings, and lastly the meat dish. I wasn't impressed by the chewy texture of the char siu. Overall, service was good, portions were decent, and pricing was on par with the rate of inflation. We got takeaway and enjoyed our leftovers for dinner. Would come back still for canto comfort food cravings.

Hit the road again in my journey for a good-ass burger and ended up in West Covina. Bun Street is…read morewell-reviewed and has a big following, so this wasn't a hard choice, although there is a small Hawaiian spot right near it that I'll have to try. Almost made it a Hawaiian day, but next time. So yeah, it's in a large strip mall with lots of parking. Inside is very spacious and lively, as advertised. Lots of mounted flat screens and plenty of neon signage to remind you that they also serve cold brews here. Definitely a happening spot for Dodgers games for sure. Menu is extensive with lots of options for burgers and sides. Took the recommendation from my awesome server and ordered the following: - Stinkin' Bun Burger - 9/10: yo, this was incredible. Brioche bun was perfectly crisped, patty was thick and full of flavor. Loved the garlic cheese spread. Just brought it to another level. Well-balanced and not too garlicky. Just delicious. Pro tip: Mon-Fri are their lunch specials. So you can get a side and a drink with your burger of choice at a reduced price. Otherwise, everything is a la carte. So yes, a good time was had by all!

Delicious burger spot in the West Covina area!! Can't believe I haven't tried this place sooner. My…read morehusband and I both ordered the smashburger, I built my own but he ordered the one that was on the menu. The meat was cooked perfectly and they have a bunch of sauce to choose from. Knocking off one star because the fries tasted like they were cooked in old oil.. it was a bit bitter. Our waitress was really nice and checked up on us and gave good recommendations. The inside has a bar area and they also have outdoor seating. Definitely recommend if you're craving burgers!