Decided to stop here on a whim when I wanted some matcha after shopping at Goodwill nearby. Haven't…read morebeen to the Rancho area for some time but I was pleasantly surprised to find this place through Yelp. It's tucked slightly out of the way in the shopping center, across from the Dollar Tree. Upon walking in, I was greeted by the friendly cashier and I ordered the Jasmine Cloud Matcha with boba. It was delicious, very smooth, and not too sweet. I got 75% sweetness and had almond milk in it. The inside has a cute, cozy atmosphere. I liked how open it feels too--there's a good amount of seating and it doesn't feel cramped at all, despite it being a smaller shop. The little design details make it feel cute and put together without being over the top. I would definitely come back to try more of their different drinks and treats.

Place is tiny but cute & aesthetic…read more Vietnamese coffee was a 3/10 it was not strong at all. I got a matcha jasmine tea & I would give it a 8/10, it was out of my comfort zone but the matcha was yummy! I would definitely come back for their other matcha options!

It's always an excellent time at root of happiness in Rancho Cordova. I really appreciate all of…read morethe staff here. Malia goes out of her way to connect with customers and explains kava to first timers in a way that's efficient and thorough.

F#*%* you short white guy! Root of Happiness? More like Root of Attitude…read more Came in for a simple Kava cloud and was refused without any explanation. Instead of basic customer service, I got hostility, swearing, and an instant call for security. No conversation, no reason given -- just pure aggression. The employee was rude, angry, and clearly looking for conflict rather than doing his job. The vibe was so toxic it felt like I personally offended him by existing. Honest question: who ruined your day, and why are you taking it out on customers? And even more important -- why do you hate your job this much?

I always drive by this place and have been wanting to try it! I know there's so many other…read morelocations but this one was an actual drive-thru only. I finally stopped by after picking up something small at Chick Fil A next door. When I pulled up into the drive thru, there was a sign that said that the speaker was currently not working so had to go up to the drive thru window to order. Luckily there was no line when I was there! I pulled up to the drive thru window and initially ordered an Iced Vanilla Matcha. Unfortunately, they were out of matcha so I ended up going with my usual second choice drink which was an Iced Vanilla Chai. I also asked for light ice so it's not too much ice. The drink was made pretty quick so I didn't have to wait too long. I took a sip and was very pleased with their Vanilla Chai drink given it was my first time trying a drink from here! You can definitely taste the chai which was subtle and the vanilla sweetener made it even better. Will definitely try this place again to see how their Vanilla Matcha is! Luckily there's another location near my office building where I work so might give it a try there next time. Although I do love the drive-thru only concept when on-the-go!

Love the quality of coffee and friendly staff at any world traveler. This location is drive up and…read moreit's so nice to be able to grab a quality cup of coffee so conveniently. It's a drive up so no seating but it's a good set up as a drive through.

A good friend got me my birthday cake from here and loved it!…read more It was light and delicious. Will try other goodies they have :) Highly recommend.

I finally tried the taro drink--it was just okay, nothing I'd order again. I got it with low sugar…read moreand was glad to try it once, but it didn't stand out. What I really come here for are the taro buns. They're the best thing on the menu--very soft, fluffy, and consistently good. I'm always looking for taro items, and the big buns are definitely where this place shines. I also picked up cookies for my son (brownie cookie, and macadamia), but we didn't like them. They tasted mostly like sugar, were very hard, and felt like they were missing flavor. Their coffee is good, especially the Vietnamese coffee. Service could be friendlier--it doesn't feel very personal or welcoming. The Rancho Cordova location is in a large shopping center with plenty of parking, but the area itself feels a bit sketchy. Overall, a few standout items, but the experience could be warmer and more consistent.

4estea Hits the Spot with Halo Halo and Longsilog Bowl…read more Stopped by 4estea and left impressed. This cozy spot nails Filipino flavors with a fun twist. The Halo Halo is outstanding--layered with sweet beans, fruits, jellies, ube ice cream, leche flan, and crunchy pinipig. Refreshing, not too sweet, and packed with perfect textures in every bite. One of the best I've had. Paired perfectly with the Longsilog bowl: flavorful sweet longanisa sausage over garlic rice with sunny-side-up eggs. Hearty portion, bold yet balanced flavors, and super satisfying. Friendly service, fair prices, and generous portions. If you're craving authentic-yet-elevated Filipino eats in the Rancho Cordova area, 4estea delivers. Highly recommend--5/5! I'll be back soon.

Not a grab and go spot, expect a very long wait. Very understaffed. Took forever to get one item…read more The line gets long with no person behind the counter for extended periods. Not very pleasant when it's loud inside and the sound bounces everywhere. The leche flan in the halo halo is legit though. It has a hint of either dayap or calamansi. High quality ingredients too.

Wide open space filled with a lot of students. I think I observed 3-4 small study groups. I tried…read morea sandwich here and a Red Eye. It was all satisfactory. The noise level wasn't too loud, and some of the seating is comfortable. There is plenty of space to spread out a little too. The staff was super efficient and friendly.

Checked out Pause Coffee House after a class at ARC hoping to find some good food and a new study…read morespot. I came during a busy hour which wasn't idea but didn't affect anything in regard to the taste of what I got! Typically I like to find a spot that's quietly busy so if you're wanting to do the same I would try to come when it's less busy as I found myself slightly overstimulated by the business and seeing all the seats filled up which otherwise is a good sign! The Banana Dream Match caught my eye so I ordered it immediately along with an Avocado toast + egg ( extra cost). They give you a buzzer for the food and you have to find a corner to wait in that's out of the way and pick your food up by the kitchen. The vibe was very open and I liked the different seating options as well as the abundance of outlets. I ended up eating outside to get away from the busyness and the I was in the middle of talking when the taste of the Banana hit me. The best. Banana matcha I've ever had. Which I didn't expect because I've tried so many but what I loved most is that the banana flavor was sweet but tasted like real banana and the matcha flavor was still present. The banana flavor wasn't just at the top either it was top to bottom so every sip tasted the same making it soooo good!! The Avocado toast was good as well a little on the tangy side but I loved the egg. Great spot when it's less busy which would make parking easier as well but glad I stopped in to find my new favorite matcha spot.

Stumbled across this coffee shop while out at the Folsom Outlets with the family. My fiancee needed…read morea pick me up. I was impressed by how large the space was. It definitely was once a clothing store that they transformed into a coffee shop with tables, couches, arcade games, board games and even a pool table. The vanilla latte was a hit. The server was super friendly. He brought us our drink once it was finished too. This spot is a nice getaway from the crowds of folks shopping. It doesn't feel like it's located inside of the outlets which is a major plus. We love shopping at the Folsom Outlets and having a cool place like this to drop in and relax and recharge is going to be a life saver.

The ambience is absolutely incredible!! I absolutely love it here and wish to come here much more…read moreoften. Their ambience and relaxing atmosphere are very calming and friendly and their decorations are very intriguing. Don't get me started on their taiyaki! It is SO good, my favorites are definitely the Nutella one and the pizza one!!! They're high quality treats for a low price and are very delicious! Their iced green tea is even better and absolutely worth it!! It's extremely refreshing and light and pairs perfectly with their taiyaki! They have a lot of games and lounging areas and have jazz music that is there but not too loud! Very interesting place with very interesting aspects. Their service is also really good and the workers there are really friendly!! Come here for sure if you want relaxation and yummy treats!

Went exploring after my weekend in Napa. The meads were so delicious. Can't wait to come back and…read moreget some more of that black currant. Also the tasting flights were an excellent deal. Look at this cute ship outside the building.

We set out originally with the intention to land at a winery for the afternoon. Instead we came…read moreacross Strad and felt like we needed to try as meaderies are few and far in between in the area. We were not disappointed! The location is unassuming from the outside, positioned in an industrial park near the Folsom Canal. The interior was surprisingly quaint with a lot of character and a good mixture of indoor, outdoor, and bar seating. The staff was very friendly and down to earth and gave us a thorough rundown of the local events happening nearby for Halloween festivities. The Mead itself was delicious, full of flavor but not sickeningly sweet. We got flights (for a good price, $10/flight) and sampled the original, pomegranate, yuzu, and strawberry jalapeño. The yuzu was an easy favorite, very unique flavor and a perfect balance of sweetness. The strawberry jalapeño will kick you in the teeth but in the best way, especially if you are a whiskey fan. Overall I'd highly recommend stopping by if you are up for trying something a little different, you won't be disappointed.

I'm writing this as a repeat customer who has ordered the same Nova lox bagel here many times…read more I've been coming here regularly for a Nova lox bagel and it has always come out to $14.52. The same employee has rung me up many times before. In fact, he is the one who has rung me up every time, and I even have the emailed receipts showing the exact total each time. Today when I ordered the exact same thing, he told me the total was nearly $18. Since that didn't make sense, I politely went through the math with him: the Nova lox bagel price on the menu plus the $0.80 specialty bagel charge (I always get the spinach Swiss bagel). Even adding it up in front of him, the numbers still didn't come close to $18. I asked where the remainder was coming from, and he couldn't give me an answer. He just kept repeating that it was "what the register says." If one bagel comes out to $14.52, how exactly would two bagels be $18? Because the total made no sense and there was no explanation, I chose not to order and left. Later my husband went in and ordered the exact same Nova lox bagel and was charged about $12. When he asked why I had been told nearly $18 earlier, the employee said that I had ordered two bagels. That's simply not true. What's frustrating is that he presented it as though I ordered two bagels, not that two were accidentally rung up. If that was the issue, it could have been explained when I asked him directly at the register. What made the interaction worse was the dismissive attitude. I told him I come here all the time, order the exact same thing, and even have receipts showing the $14.52 total every time. Instead of trying to understand or look into it, he essentially shrugged and repeated that the register said $18. Customer service and word of mouth are everything these days. It's disappointing when businesses forget that the people walking through the door are the ones supporting them. The Nova lox bagel is already pricey as it is. Add attitude and nonchalant behavior on top of that, and it's simply not worth it. I truly won't be coming back. I'd rather go to Costco, buy smoked salmon and bagels, and make my own without the attitude. If the owner has an explanation for how one bagel suddenly became nearly $18 while the same order was $12 minutes later, I'd genuinely be interested to hear it.

Wow! How have I not discovered this place while living in the area for this long?!…read more This place has amazing bagels, sandwiches, coffees and more. Bagels are made fresh and their pasties are amazing! The croissants are huge, fluffy, flaky and buttery! The bagels are delish and there is always a line (no wonder why!!) Definitely adding this place as my go to for bagels for my team. Cant wait to be back.

The food is delicious! Everything is made from scratch by the amazing staff…read more Croissants beat anything I've had in the area. My favorite is to stop by for coffee and Carrot cake. It is owner operate. This small business does it right.

My new favorite spot. Can one eatery establishment do it all well? YesI stumbled in and didn't…read moreleave without loading up on deserts. The breakfast menu looks great. I had a cafe mocha double shot. It was "Old school cafe mocha made perfectly". chocolate and coffee heaven. Ham & cheese croissant was great. Gourmet for a fair price. Wine bar - I'll be back to enjoy a glass with a meal. I may bring my wife. Owner - super cool , friendly, helpful. Highly recommended 5 star