Excellent coffee spot with delicious drinks! I tried their seasonal mango sticky rice matcha and…read morefell in love!! The service here is top notch with the friendliest employees who make this cafe so welcoming! This is a popular study cafe with plenty of seats, outlets, WiFi, and a clean bathroom although the lighting is pretty dim! Overall, I highly recommend checking this place out!!

I hate when a coffee shop I love engages in shady business practices by not posting their prices on…read moretheir menu. Please be transparent with your customers! You are such a good coffee shop with reasonable prices considering the consistent quality of your drinks and yet you're shady. Only the pastry items are posted for some reason but none of the drink items or other food items have prices posted next to them. Should I ask the barista what the price of every item on the menu is and write it down on the menu myself? If the line is long and you want to know how much an item is you can't! You will just have to go in line and waste your time if you don't get the item after all. In what world is that normal or reasonable. I hate it here. (capitalism not the ambiance of the coffee shop, it really is quite lovely) Also different rant on the drink I ordered today. IF YOU OFFER A CINNAMON ROLL LATTE THEN D O N ' T MAKE THE CREAM CHEESE TOPPING AN EXTRA CHARGE. Have you ever seen a cinnamon roll in the wild being priced that way? Whoever came up with that you're wicked and evil. I hope you never have a good cinnamon roll ever again, unless!* your heart suddenly grows three sizes and you take it all back and post your prices like a normal business and don't price things stupid. BTW You could have literally done a snickerdoodle cookie latte and then you don't have to charge someone for a creamy topper that should be included in the price of the drink. Yk if you wanted to maintain the cinnamon essence of the drink.

Jayda was incredibly kind and took her time to recommend our yummy drinks. Her hospitality was…read moretruly amazing! The baristas made our drinks with love, and they were absolutely delicious! The ambiance was very calm and relaxed, making it a perfect place to unwind. I'm definitely going back!

Another cute cafe in Riverside I got to try recently. Stray Dogs is not only a place to grab coffee…read moreand a pastry but you can also look through Polaroids to find your next pet! There is an area in the shop that has photos of dogs that need homes. How awesome is that? I got the greyhound which was earl grey in an espresso latte with Madagascar vanilla cold foam. I don't usually like my coffee drinks too sweet but this one was amazing! It had some the perfect amount of sweet and was cold and refreshing. I also tried the sausage croissant and will pass on this next time. Service was friendly and quick even though the place was packed.

One of my fav cafes for the drinks and that says a lot! I'd like to think I've been to a handful…read moregreat cafes, and the drinks here are delicious. I had the mango sticky rice matcha and loveeddd it. Be sure to mix your drinks well!! My friend had the lemonade and others had more of their regular menu. As far as I'm aware, we loved the drinks Just wish there was better seating like outdoor seating! There was no more seating so we ended up leaving after we got our drinks. If I am passing by, I will come back for more delicious refreshments

LGBTQ flag displayed out front was enough to earn 5 stars! I did order a Wildflower Honey iced…read morelatte that was perfectly balanced between the taste of the coffee and the syrup. I'm not a huge fan of super sweet things though. The place has an extremely peaceful vibe going on. There are lots of plants! The service was spectacular. They asked if I wanted the garnish on top and gave recommendations on other drinks. It was a mix of flora that some might find bitter but I felt they were little magical strips of added happiness. Great place!

First time at Flowerbud Coffee today. Coffee was so good!…read morePerfect flavor. And can we talk about the homemade Bistec burrito? SO GOOD! It was like straight out of grandmas kitchen. Service was fantastic and the decor was the absolute cutest. We will definitely be back!

Very average coffee. Flavorings used aren't balanced well. The drinks look cute, but subpar…read morecompared to the other cafes around. Interior is small, but well decorated. Staff was friendly enough, but the drinks still took quite a bit of time.

Where to even begin, my spiritual daughter and I were going to another coffee shop that was closed…read moreso she suggested this place. What a cool hidden gem. You walk in and are immediately greeted by music which invokes a chill vibe. It's a place where a lot of UCR students hang out. The coffee drinks and the deserts we chose were really good. Of course I had the baklava and she had a strawberry cake. Shout out to the young lady who helped us and offered her advice on the best drinks. Her service was great.

The matcha was a 3/5 for me. It was definitely missing that strong, earthy matcha flavor I usually…read morelook for, and there was honestly nothing particularly special or memorable about it. To be fair, Qamaria is a Yemeni coffee shop, so I probably shouldn't have gone in expecting the matcha to be the star of the menu. Just a heads-up for any other matcha girlies coming specifically for that. That being said, $9 for a matcha is actually insane. At that price point, I'm expecting something that really stands out, and this just didn't for me. I've also tried the brown sugar shaken espresso (4/5), which was definitely on the sweeter side but still pretty good. But again... around $9 for a coffee is kind of wild. One thing I will absolutely give them though: the service is amazing. Everyone I've interacted with has been super kind, welcoming, and attentive, which honestly makes the experience a lot better. The price tag still knocks a star off for me, and another downside is that the music always seems to be SO loud. I like a lively coffee shop, but sometimes it feels like I have to yell just to have a conversation. Overall, the drinks aren't bad, and the service is genuinely great, but between the prices and the matcha being pretty average, I personally don't really get the hype. I'd probably stick to what they're known for rather than coming here specifically for matcha.

Stumbled on this coffee shop and was so happy I did. I feel like this area has had some major…read moreimprovements and this place is one of them. Interior is so big and welcoming with seating and cool plants. I got a cold brew Mont Blanc and it was so perfect that I was contemplating getting another one to go. Housemade syrups and a seasonal menu makes this 5 stars for me.

Barista yelled at me because I ordered my drink by the register instead of ordering in front of…read more"the drink menu". Also, they had a huge line out the door. Seems like they're understaffed yet want it that way.... The shop seems to promote inappropriate behavior among staff members towards customers. This place definitely needs to hire someone to help them improve bar flow and customer service.

AMAZING, flavorful and strong coffee…read more Small little hole in the wall. It's really easy to miss/ get lost. Luckily I saw someone walk out with coffee, so I knew that I was in the right area. Service was quick and the people who work there are extremely friendly! I highly recommend the Mazapan Latte!

This coffee shop was well worth the wait! Came in here on a Saturday afternoon & the line was sooo…read morelong, but I heard such great things about this establishment I had to stay! A moody coffee grab & go coffee shop was the vibe. It was for sure worth every single minute. From the friendliness of the staff to the deliciousness of the coffee. Every thing was so EXCELLENT that i came by the next day! I tried the Mazapan Latte based off a friend recommendation. They cannot modify the latte & let you know while you're ordering it. As well as they let you know there's still hints of dairy. Definitely recommend trying this latte if you decide to stop by. They also offer a flan drizzle with this drink, be sure to try it!

Truly loved this place. Easily became my spot for either coffee or matcha. But recently idk what…read morehappened but it hasn't been the same. The coffee kinda lost its touch and the matcha is way different than before, i noticed the matcha is sitting on top of the milk now? I stir it and it's extremely milky and doesn't even taste like matcha just milk. Before it had a good matcha flavor, I'm assuming the ratios got changed now. Just not the same anymore.

Really good drink options, they have a lot of novelty options which make it perfect to try…read moresomething new! My favorite is the Spanish latte. The merch and all the decor is really cool, and I can tell they're really working on building community there. I used to go here when it was Snacks and the customer service hasn't changed, the atmosphere is still the same. Wishing this group many more years of success!

If you love espresso, you need to check this spot out!…read more The moment you walk in, it instantly feels like home it's so cozy and warm. They even have an adorable wall dedicated to their two German Shepherds, Bear and Kono, which I absolutely loved. When I arrived, the tables were full of people working, studying, and friends catching up. They have a fantastic menu with tons of flavor options and food items. I kicked off the fall season with my first Pumpkin Spice Latte it was incredibly smooth, not bitter at all, and you can see they use a high-quality espresso machine. I also ordered the egg and cheese breakfast sandwich, and I was so surprised! It came loaded with spinach, tomato, and a delicious creamy sauce, plus the cheese pull was unbelievable. It blew my expectations out of the water. I recommend this place if you're looking to study, work from home, a place to catch up or like me looking for some breakfast before work this is your place to be!

I work nearby and I came here because I was craving a matcha and needed my "coffee" dose (matcha is…read moremy coffee). Drink: I got a strawberry matcha and it was pretty good! Service: The service was quick and nice! Ambiance: Cute little coffee shop with a lot of seating! I would definitely come here again if I needed a break from the office or if I needed a matcha dose

Good coffee and breakfast sandwiches. Service is good and what you'd expect from a proficient…read morecoffee shop. Ambiance is okay and suitable for a coffee shop where people are working or studying. This place is very close to the riverside WCAB. I only stop here when I'm in town for a hearing at the riverside WCAB. For context, I am typically there around 7:30 am. There are plenty of seats and outlets if you need to plug in your laptop. I'd recommend this place to anyone in town for a cood coffee/latte.

So if you get a large ceremonial matcha with cold foam, expect to pay $14.00 each. Two matchas with…read morecold foam? $28... The coffee shop itself is perfect for downtown Riverside--very fitting with the vibe and style. The lady working was very friendly. However, the menu is extremely busy, and you practically need a key to understand what's what or even how to order. Once we ordered, I noticed the ceremonial matcha is made with a handheld electric frother, and the cold foams are premade in jars and simply added on top (not made fresh). When we received our matchas, let's just say it tasted exactly like it looked: mostly milk with very little matcha flavor, topped with subpar cold foam. This is by far the most expensive, worst-tasting matcha I've ever had. I can usually find a way to justify things or give a place some grace, but this was beyond help.