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Elite Experience: Postino Del Mar

4.8 (77 reviews)
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Emma J.

These donuts were so incredible! When I read that we were being given donut "dots," I pictured something small. Nope. These are massive rich donut rolls basically! And they're fantastic! Our server Maya was so kind and accommodating. She explains how the dots were made with ricotta, which accounts for its lightness and complex flavor. We tacked on a pear salad + kids grilled cheese, and the servings were generous. The lemon poppyseed salad dressing was my favorite, alongside those delicious donuts. Thank you Postino and Audrey for a killer elite week!

Toby P.

Okay postino, you've outdone yourself. I have been to two other elite events here where I first discovered Postino. I enjoyed it so much I have been multiple times with friends and tried quite a bit of the menu. I've enjoyed everything I've gotten. It's such a great concept and so easy to bring a group because the plates are so shareable and everyone can get something they like. The happy hour is a great deal. It's casual, popular and delicious. I love being able to sit inside or out. The inside is a warmly decorated space that is dimly lit for a more intimate feeling. The outside is spacious and has a fire pit and heaters. We opted for inside this visit because we were worried about being cold. It was quite loud, but cozy. The wine selection is good and they are really generous about letting you have a taste to determine what to order. The staff knows the menu and can recommend items and wines to pair with each dish. I even heard the server next to me tell that table that if they ordered a bottle of wine vs the 4 glasses they were about to order that they would have an additional glass and still spend less. Our server Sam was wonderful, one of the best service experiences I have had in a while. She was warm, listened intently and always responded with a smile. Our bruschetta was very enjoyable and my friend really enjoyed her loaded baked potato soup. When I saw the event for postino and the donuts, I knew I wanted to go for the food alone (Allstar status got me an automatic in). I have to admit I was doubtful about the donuts. Boy, was that a mistake.. at first glance they didn't look all that special, but I have an insatiable sweet tooth. The minute I dipped that dot in the sauce and took a bite any doubt I may have had was out the window! The outside crispy, the inside steamy, fluffy and warm.. the donut itself wasn't that sweet but the dipping sauces (chocolate, glaze and Carmel) perfectly sweetened them to whatever level is your preference. These are dangerously good. I never thought I would eat 5, but they were gone so fast!! I can't wait to bring friends back for a happy hour and finish off with these. The amount is perfect for sharing. I hope they stay on the menu!! Thanks Sam, Postino, Audrey and Yelp for a really nice night out!!

Joyce L.

Thank you Postino, Yelp, and CM Audrey L. for a yummy midweek "nightcap"! Staff was quite accommodating in letting me a sub a mocktail for wine, and the aptly named Mockingbird (Lyre's Dark Cane, Lyre's Italian Orange, pineapple, almond bitters) made an excellent complement to the Hot Donut Dots (housemade ricotta donut holes with salted butter chocolate, caramel, and vanilla glaze dipping sauces). Happy to discover that desserts here are just as tasty as the bruschetta boards Postino is more well known for!

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Caroleann B.

Thank you Audrey and Postino Del Mar for hosting this Elite Experience! Surely the restaurant had that kind of vibe. The server's Alex and trainee (apologize forgot your name) were on top of it, not missing a beat to make your visit a great experience. Excellent customer service, as well as from the manager on duty, JD. My complimentary wine I selected was a sweet wine, a 2023 moscato, Italy... Fiore. Delish! For lunch I decided on a Prosciutto & Brie (prosciutto, Brie fig jam, arugula, balsamic vinegar and olive oil). It was quite delicious, it worked for me some may find it a tad sweet. Postino treated us again with a complimentary Hot Donut Dots! It was moist and tasty! My favorite dip sauce was the caramel. Thank you Postino for welcoming Yelp Elites to experience an Elite experience in your restaurant. This will not be my last visit here.

John M.

The wine-tender, Shay... Great service. Very personable and she hooked it up... We had the glass of wine and the donut holes... I had the Chardonnay and it was oaked and perfect. The donuts were good but nothing that spectacular... So this postino is one of my local spots (I'm the Yelp "duke" lol). I'm a wine club member and it definitely has it's benefits. The true way to max your $ here is go on Monday or Tuesday night after 8 and get a board of bruschetta and a bottle of wine for $30.. they also have happy hour every day until 5pm. $7 wine and the real deal is the pitcher of beer for $7 - it's one of those mini pitchers and you'll get 2.5 pints out of it. Btw the parking is in the big parking garage on the del Mar heights road side There's Tesla supercharging on the roof... Looking forward to the little Italy postino Yelp event. Haven't been to that one yet... Hope I get in... ;)

Anna C.

I love Postino! I've been raving about their bruschetta board since the last elite perk, and now I'm going to have to rave about their hot donuts too! Delicious, perfectly fried outside, so fluffy inside. It came with a trio of dipping sauces - caramel, sugar, and chocolate. Sugar was definitely my favorite. For the glass of wine, I chose the nonalcoholic rosé. It's delicious, lower calorie, and allows me to get a better workout in after to use up those extra donut calories. Thanks for the treat!!

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Alyssa S.

Had a wonderful time visiting Postino again for this terrific event, and hanging out on their comfy patio with excellent heaters. Postino had promised a free glass of wine and their delicious donuts with three dipping sauces. I brought a friend along, and we added on: -A glass of Pinot for her -their very delicious brussels sprout salad minus the bacon -the cheeseboard And for my glass, I wanted something full bodied. They let me taste the Costa red blend, and then the Tempranillo which my Yelp friends Bridgette and Fernando had tried on their visit. Carly was a terrific server and said she prefers the Costa. But in fact my taste buds lined up with Fernando. The Tempranillo was very yummy and it was a generous pour. The cheeseboard varies but we really liked the current incarnation and how the cheeses were served. The whipped ricotta with spicy honey was our favorite. I love the vibes here, and it was so nice that Yelp and Postino Del Mar worked together to offer a great excuse to come out with a friend, and to get some freebies and splurge on more. Thanks so much, Audrey, Yelp, Carly, and Postino!!

Lynn R.

Incredible Indian summer fall day so the patio was a must. I sat in a comfy couch seat in the shade and Alex immediately took my order with a smile. It took some time for the hot donut bites to arrive but I was enjoying the afternoon chatter and warm day and great music, which wasn't too loud so conversations could easily be had. The theee sipping sauces were fun; salted chocolate in the large section and a little bit of glaze and caramel. The chocolate was the best and just the right amount of salt, the glaze and subtle caramel sauces were good to have in between chocolate bites. Also, mix them all and enjoy that too!! I easily polished them all off and my tummy was smiling. I just love this space and the people and the menu. Absolutely delightful outing. Thank you Postino and Audrey for a joy filling experience!!

Norman R.

Thank you Postino, Yelp and CM Audrey for a wonderful and delicious midday treat! Great coastal California weather, and the perfect vibe for a Friday Eve Most definitely returning for an afternoon or evening date. Warm welcome from the staff, and the menu is very inviting.

Elisa N.

POSTINO @ DEL MAR Parking is available in front of this restaurant, however it can get extremely limited and packed, I'd recommend to park across the street (next to Omomo / Steak 48) for free and available parking. I've been to Postino in Little Italy and in Del Mar, and have already enjoyed their food and drinks. The happy hour menu is one of my favorite parts. My friend and I got seated immediately, and we loved how the patio is a view of the road, and it was a great sunny day! We got the donuts, drinks, and a bruschetta board to share. Our server was very kind the entire dining experience. I really enjoyed the Prickley Pear Lemonade, it was on the sweeter side but was delicious. The donuts were incredible as well, soft and the sauces that came with was incredible. Smooth and had a sweet flavor. Overall, I had an incredible experience at Postino in Del Mar, it's always a great vibe in this area, and the service and food is incredible. Thank you to our incredible community manager Aubrey L for allowing me to share this experience!

Joy K.

The Yelp Elite deal was Hot Donut Dots and a glass of wine. Before jumping into the donut dots, we ordered lunch to go with a glass of Chardonnay (followed by a bottle, lol). My lunch was a half panini of prosciutto and Brie and a cup of potato soup. Hubby (Mark D) had Tuscan tuna and a mixed green salad, and fellow Yelper Elite friend, John M had the half Italian beef dip and Cesar salad. The wine was Holly's Way Chardonnay. And the hot donut dots! Be careful! With three sweet dipping sauces to choose from they are addicting! You really can't go wrong with the food and service here. Whatever you decide is sure to be a winner! Patio seating is dog friendly and there were several including ours who joined their owners to enjoy the lovely outside seating area. Thank you Audrey/Yelp and Postino for welcoming us in with this very generous offer of wine and Hot Donuts Dots.

Grace F.

I had an amazing experience at this event! My friend and I were seated right away and treated the second we walked in. They took us to our table outside and it had perfect people watching. I was driving, so I asked if I could substitute a glass of wine for a lemonade instead and the manager was very kind and let us both switch to a non alcoholic beverage. We got the Cucumber Honey Lemonade and the Prickly Pear Lemonade - they were more on the sweet side so I would recommend if you like sweet lemonades to try it but it can be a little much. However, they were nonetheless very refreshing on a hot day. The donuts were very crispy on the outside and soft, warm, and doughy on the inside. It comes with 3 different options for dipping sauces: Chocolate, caramel, and my favorite the glaze. The donut itself isn't very sweet which makes it perfect when you dip it! Very lovely event and a great excuse to hang out with friends! Thank you Audrey for the amazing experience today :)

Brandi P.

Another great evening at Postino! From the time we checked in to the time we walked out the door the entire staff was helpful, friendly, and very personable. With our Elite Experience we got a glass of wine and their infamous hot holes. My daughter and I went and decided to grab a bit to eat as well. Food was delicious as always but alas.... we snacked too hard on our bruschetta and charcuterie boards and asked to take the donut holes home. Even reheated with the sauces (caramel, chocolate, and I believe a cinnamon type dip) they were amazing! Plenty of seating inside and out (with outdoor heaters and a fire pit as well since it was a chilly night). Great place to hang out and grab a bit and a drink or two. Thank you Audrey, Postino, and Yelp for another fantastically fabulous event!!!

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I appreciate the gluten free options for the bruschetta board and the mushroom mascarpone was my favorite.

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Elite Experience: Gelato Sweetspot - Part of the secret room

Elite Experience: Gelato Sweetspot

5.0(60 reviews)
11.0 mi

This event was way cooler, and way more pink han I ever anticipated! I was seriously impressed. I…read morealmost didn't sign up because it felt like a bit of a drive just for gelato, but dang, was it worth it. I scored a massive gelato, some cool swag, and they even hooked me up with bonus candy and drinks from the back room (which is a treasure trove of foreign snacks and unique finds). The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly throughout the whole experience. I took full advantage of the samples and tried almost every flavor honestly, I couldn't pick a favorite, maybe the coffee, but they were all solid. I ended up building a pretty crazy gelato combo; check out the picture below! I definitely went a little overkill on the mix-ins, but those little popping boba pearls were delicious! Thank you Gelato Sweetspot, CM Audrey and Yelp for putting this together!

Gelato sweet spot is in poway California off poway road. This is a very cool spot the have little…read morelike Ice cream sests out front have lots of different Gelato I got the georgia peach It always so delicious never had that before . Loved it. Got some dessert yo go with it and coconut. Highly recommend trying i be back. 5 stars professional staff and service. The young girl and young man did a great job. They went above and beyond. Thank you. 5 stars for amazing Gelato and toppings even have cereal 5 stars professional staff 5 stars clean restaurant Thank you Gelato and Audrey @Gelatosweetspot & @YelpSanDiego.

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Yelp Event: Yelp's FIT Club

Yelp Event: Yelp's FIT Club

4.4(21 reviews)
3.1 mi

Mid-event update: So I've been to the Solana Beach and…read moreCarmel Mountain locations over 20 times. Each time, I would go and do either cardio on the elliptical for 30mins to an hour or take a class and I am very impressed with my results. One of the trainers told Drew L. that we will start seeing results and our stamina boost after 2 weeks of working out and I most definitely am starting to see the difference! I took a barre class at Solana Beach this morning and headed over to Carmel Mountain and did 30 minutes on the elliptical on a super high resistance and afterwards, I really did feel my booty get tighter! Even though I'm not really losing weight, I am feeling my body get tighter and it's motivating me to workout even more! I feel like my muscles are more firm and I have more energy during the day! Because I'm out of school right now, I'm able to work out 2 times a day and am seeing the difference really drastically! Love it! #werk

The management is not very helpful at all!…read more As I was using the stair machine one of my AirPod earphones fell into the elliptical. I heard it fall into the belly of the machine. I went directly to the front desk to ask for someone's help with retrieving it. I was told that a manager would call me the next day... No call. Well I called at least 10 times over a few weeks to see if someone would help me retrieve it. Every time I called they would just take my number and say that they would call me back.... NEVER A SINGLE CALL BACK. Another week goes by with no word... So, I call again and I have a manager simply say "oh yeah we couldn't find it." I'm pretty sure they never even looked for it at all. Thanks for nothing.

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San Diego Magazine Best Of North County Party

San Diego Magazine Best Of North County Party

4.1(7 reviews)
10.6 mi

Great event, my friends and I enjoyed it. Three hours of non-stop foodie adventure with unlimited…read morebites and sips. Surrounded by tons of fun ppl. Nothing brings people together better than delicious food and drinks. At the flower field for the "best of north county food festival". This is my very first time attending a food festival, it won't be my last for sure. Tips for the event: arrive at least 15 minutes early to wait in line. Always go with a group of friends, it is more fun. They have dancing music so wear dancing shoes if possible. Dancing is good after eating buffet-style food. wink. Fun atmosphere, good to try out local restaurants you have never been to. Some of them are newly opened.

Last night I had my first experience at this event together with a friend and we both enjoyed the…read morewhole package: phenomenal venue in Carlsbad -even with the threatening rain- the funny retro, filled with props photobooths, the wine galore, even more craft beer to choose and, ohhh, the food! The both decided that our favorite was that ceviche with watermelon from the Wrench and Rodent seaabasstropub. Now I am so looking forward going to that semi new restaurant! Volterra wine and generous paella did not disappoint either, and neither did Cafe Secret and the citrusy ceviches that were so refreshing! Music was very good too, tines for all tastes and everybody dancing and having a good time. I got to know several new spas an beauty salons for me, so the list of new stuff to try grew as much as the warmth in the cold night. San Diego magazine offered tons of the latest issue, so I got a couple of them to share the joy of our city many beauties with others. Great event overall with plenty of food and drinks forb every body.

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Elite event: Dinner with the Chef At AVANT - The Wild Bunch

Elite event: Dinner with the Chef At AVANT

5.0(67 reviews)
11.2 miRancho Bernardo

AVANT raised the bar, this was an exceptional Yelp Elite event. A small group of lucky Elites were…read moretreated to a full dining experience with cocktails, numerous appetizers, a choice of entree and even desert. I prepared for this feast at the San Diego Safari park where I power walked for 2 hours to increase my appetite. I arrived with a grumbling stomach and the dining area welcomed me to a reception full of happy Elites. It was fun to touch base with some of my old pals and meet new friends before we were seated. The upscale dining room was warm and inviting and it was fun to eat with a new group of friends. We shared mouthwatering appetizers. The brussel sprouts and beet spread were divine and I could not stop eating them. The well endowed charcuterie board boasted lovely mustards, cheeses, meats and hickory smoked nuts. The nuts overwhelmed my palette as I was not expecting the smoky flavor, so I dipped some of the cheese into fresh mustard which filled my mouth with yummy flavors. Jonas took care of our table with great finesse. It is so obvious that he loves his job and has the utmost confidence in the chef. His animated descriptions of the menu brought everything to life. I ordered gnocci with a poached egg on top. The chef did an outstanding job plating everything with an artistic flair. I love a perfectly poached egg, as the yolk burst open the golden fluid encapsulated the savory gnocci. A constant stream of delicious food and wine filled my belly and put a giant grin on my face. Before dessert time came around and I thought that there was no room left, however seeing the delicacies up close changed my mind. I really liked the cheesecake with kumquat glaze that provided a nice contrast to the undertone of the silken cheese. It was not too sweet which is my preference. As the evening wound up the group at table 19 asked for a tour. Jonas started the tour in a gorgeous private dining room with ninja electronics suitable for a Google tech meeting. We stepped into the wine cooler and then toured the demonstration dining room. AVANT has really optimized the dining experience around quality farm to table food, custom barrels of wine, top notch service and specialty experience dining areas to boot. The entire evening flowed smoothly and I felt very lucky to have been invited to experience the finer things in life at AVANT. I extend my highest gratitude to AVANT, Trish and Andy for a lovely evening.

I've put my foot down: my new "last meal" would be the Braised Lamb Shank AVANT served tonight…read more This was absolutely to die for and I cannot even explain what happened at the dinner table. Somehow, I was really full but I couldn't stop myself from licking my plate clean? What is this phenomenon? Gorging myself so much that I'm in a food coma? That's unheard of! The culinary team here at AVANT had the entire group of Yelpers wanting to come back for more! From the aesthetically-pleasing and palate-arousing charcuterie board to the irresistible Laura Chenel cheesecake, AVANT most definitely surpassed my expectations! Even the service was impeccable! Braun, our server, was particularly charming and was extremely attentive! As I am on my phone, actively Yelping my experience, Braun sneaks around me like a ninja and refills my drink! I look up and my glass is full and I wonder how he did it without me noticing! Although we were here for the food, the decor and size of the restaurant, too, surpassed my expectations! The beautifully decorated dining room and private rooms gave me a glimpse of what my old country club looked like but with a modern twist! It was beautifully decorated and the fireplace near the front entrance was most stunning as the sun set behind it. Seth, the manager, gave us a tour and it ended at the outdoor patio area where people can choose to spend a nice day! My fiance, Drew L., and I decided that the cheesecake alone was worth coming back for and that we have a new anniversary restaurant where we can share a beautiful and romantic dinner to celebrate! We now have another reason for moving to RB when we get married! Thank you Trish, Andy, and AVANT for this glamorous event! AVANT- I can't wait to come back for your mustard!

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Elite Week: Stone Bistro & Gardens - Giant stone at Stone!

Elite Week: Stone Bistro & Gardens

5.0(5 reviews)
13.2 mi

Absolutely love this restaurant!! I originally got waitlisted for this event but was so happy to be…read moremy friend's plus one!!! Our waitress Kim was amazing! Thank you for all the recommendations and taking into consideration that I have celiac! You were so helpful and kind to provide reassurance on what meals to pick that were gluten free. My fruity goat salad was amazing!! I got grilled chicken with it and it's definitely my new favorite. I also had a Sauvignon blanc which was great and refreshing. Thank you for amazing food and service! This location is absolutely amazing!! Thank you Stone, Danny, and Brad for a great elite week event at stone!

Huge thanks to Brad, Danny and all the folks at Stone for setting up this event…read more We've been to been to both locations but chose the Escondido location for our Elite Week because it's closer and we love their outdoor gardens. Our server, Katie was awesome. Super friendly and good about making sure our water glasses were filled. Tonight was the Winter Storm event, where Stone brought out their winter brews. But those brews were being served in the garden not the restaurant. However, Maddie one of the managers, was gracious and brought us over the beers we wanted from the Winter Event. So we were able to enjoy the food and their special brews. I started with the Stone Unicorn spiced milk stout. It wad a pretty decent stout with strong notes of coffee. My husband got a tasty Double Bastard Ale. Since we had eaten at Stone before tonight we tried new entrees. We ordered the jhiodri wings to share and I ordered the Moroccan Hanger Steak and he got the Chicken Snitzel. OMG, the wings were FIRE! But in aa good way. Loved the latent hot spice thaat left a long getting burn, the breading was had a wonderful crunch, like a hard tapioca/popcorn something truly delicious. I have no idea what it was but it was amazing! Thoroughly enjoyed my hanger steak with the 2018 Mikhail. Good flavor, cooked to order, and the a artists, broccoli, and mashed potatoes with pistachios were yummy. I cleaned my entire plate! The beer was amazing! Smooth, creamy with coffee, chocolate, and malty notes. With an ABV of 13.5% this was a good beer to end the night. Hubby enjoyed his Schnitzel with Stone's Rumination. Our oldest arrived halfway into our meal (cheap Uber :) so we treated him to a True Craft Burger which he polished off in 5 seconds. Gotta love those those youngsters. LOL We finished up the meal sharing the brownie. It was a huge portion topped with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream, perfect for 3 people. Thanks again to Brad, Danny, Ron, Maddie and the rest of the Stone family for a wonderful night. Looking forward to our next visit.

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TinyFest - Long legs and little houses :-)  Entertainment by J7 Productions

TinyFest

4.7(32 reviews)
2.2 mi

1st Time at TinyFest…read more TinyFest was a good experience! If you've ever wondered how people can live in such small spaces (i.e vans, tents, shipping containers...) you'll definitely want to check out the festival. You get to see the size of different living units up close. Inside, they have sales of items that are useful for living minimally. Some of the units had an odd odor, which I found out later that the units on display are currently being lived in. The food was pricy, but expected. Overall, a good experience.

Such a fun event to be able to attend! Thank you Yelp and all who took part in this amazing…read morefestival of tiny homes. My hubby and I stopped by after church for a few hours. I've always been interested in having an Air bnb...and tiny homes seem like the perfect way to do so, affordably. I had no idea there were so many different types and options! Seems like most tiny home live on wheels so they aren't considered an actual ADU. Fascinating. There were many homes to see and tour. There was an indoor section of more homes and some van homes which were amazing. You could even rent the vans to go camping to see how you liked it. There were many other snack and art vendors inside but the focus really was the tiny homes and vans. Out back, when we went outside, there was another whole section of converted buses and more vans. There was some live music going, a kettle corn station, and even a bar. Overall a very fun event! It definitely has room to grow and could hold many more vendors but I was impressed by how many exhibits there were!

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Vans, vans, & more vans! Yes!!

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Vans, vans & more awesome vans :)

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Treat O'Clock @ Matcha Cafe Maiko Escondido - Matcha dalgona

Treat O'Clock @ Matcha Cafe Maiko Escondido

4.7(67 reviews)
13.9 mi

This was the back half of my North County Treat O'Clock doubleheader last week. I have visited SD's…read morefirst Matcha Cafe Maiko location in Kearny Mesa and was aware of the newest shop in Mira Mesa, but I did not realize until I signed up that the business had a presence in Escondido. The suite was in the Plaza Las Palmas which was very busy when I arrived during lunchtime. The inside had a limited seating capacity with fewer tables than the Kearny Mesa spot. For this weeklong promotion, the complimentary offer was a latte drink of choice with a free topping or a soft serve of choice served in a waffle cone or a cup. There were four flavors and two swirls for the soft serve. I asked for the Ube and Vanilla swirl in a cup. Initially, the worker was going to place the product in a standard serving cup. When I told her that I was going to be driving, she changed the cup to a deeper one that normally holds a small size drink. Not only did that make sense, but it was going to be much more convenient for me on the drive back home. As for the frozen treat, the menu photo depicted the ube as a shade of midnight blue. What I received was a more traditional lavender hue. The ube flavor wasn't as strong as I had hoped. The texture of the soft serve was reasonably creamy and didn't melt quickly while I was consuming it in my vehicle. Thank you to the owners of Matcha Cafe Maiko for hosting a Community Experience simultaneously at the Escondido and Mira Mesa locations. Indulging in your soft serve ice cream during this summer heat was certainly a pleasure. Thanks also to Audrey and Yelp North County San Diego for organizing the logistics of this Treat O'Clock experience.

Came to the treat O'clock at Matcha in Escondido California. At 3:30. Very hot out side so ice…read morecream hit the spot. I cane from julian California to try this. Was worth it. Small but nice little shop. The young lady and young men working were very polite friendly and professional. I was greeted when I came in. I took my Mom out for a treat. I had the Ube Vanilla in a cup. She had a Ube vanilla Waffle cone. It was amazing never had it before. One of the best ice cream I ever had. I give them 5 stars for professional staff Clean restaurant Food Serivce . And quality Yes I recommend them to anyone. Thank you to the staff and Yelp. I be back again Thank you again staff at Matcha and yelp

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