I was here a few weeks ago for a Studio Ghibli mini concert. It was quite lovely to listen to some music while eating some ice cream. They had other snacks and drinks, but my friend and I opted for some ice cream. The ice cream wasn't anything to rave about. Service was also okay nothing to point out. Ambiance was wonderful with the live music for this specific event. Overall experience was only 3 stars because I'm not sure I would come back just to experience the cafe itself, only for an event. read more

Cozy, little cafe with various drinks, savory snacks, and sweet desserts. I am telling you now - get the bubble egg waffle with ice cream! You will not regret it. I shared a bubble egg waffle with my partner and it was the perfect size for the two of us. There were plenty of ice cream flavors to choose from, but we decided on cookies n cream, a flavor you can never go wrong with. The wait time for the waffle took longer than I expected, but it was all worth the wait. The waffle was served hot, while the ice cream was cold, so there was this delightful temperature contrast. Ample seating is available inside the cafe, as well as free wifi. From what I saw, it appears that many people come here to study or work on their laptops. read more

Hop Cafe - bubble waffle with cookies n cream ice cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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I decided to try their strawberry matcha latte. It was so refreshing. Perfect for a hot day. The strawberry purée perfectly balances the matcha flavor. Exceptional service as always. The people making the egg waffles explained to me that it was going to take a bit of time and I really liked the fact that they told me. I enjoyed eating the egg waffles as it was light, airy and not too sweet which I like. read more

Cool spot serving up solid drinks and ice cream. Location is easily accessible as it's located on a big plaza. Finding a parking spot should be a problem. The location is small and relatively quiet inside the business. They offer some tables and couches to chill out or even get some computer work done. The menu has a number of drinks to offer as well as ice cream. My wife and I had come by for some matcha. We ended up trying Strawberry Matcha Latte & Hojicha Latte both with oat milk. Also noted oat milk is an extra charge for substitution. The drinks came out great. The looks and tastes of both of em were tremendously delicious. The aroma and flavors were on point with what I was expecting. It's a nice spot to check out if you find yourself in the Arcadia area. ( ^_^)b read more

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I'm sad I haven't tried Hop Cafe sooner! It's a cute lil cafe with a nice style going on. Like the coffee vibin music in the background. Service was top notch and although I only tried the popcorn chicken... as my previous reviews mention I'm on the hunt for SGV's best popcorn chicken and this ties with Lollicup's ! Just crispy and flavorful and they listened with the amount of spice level. I like that their selection offers a variety of drinks, egg waffles, and popcorn chicken. I did based this review on the popcorn chicken and service so that means I must return for their drinks and egg waffle {: read more

Hop Cafe - Popcorn chicken! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

Cute little cafe in the SGV area. There are a few tables good for groups and for studying. The interior and furniture gives this place a nice cozy, vibe. The music was present and played at a comfortable level. I ordered the Strawberry Matcha Latte with oat milk. This was pretty good! I really appreciated the smooth and earthiness of the matcha while also tasting the fresh cut strawberries at the bottom. I would order again. My husband ordered the Hojicha Latte iced with oat milk. It had all the notes: caramel, roasted nuts, light cocoa, and a smoky undertone. It was good! I would order that one again too. The staff were friendly and the cafe was very clean. Parking was easy to find - they share it with the other businesses in the plaza. I would come back here and try their other drinks. read more

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First time coming here! Nice amount of seating inside was the first thing I noticed. Two communal tables plus a couple other tables and some couch seating. Came here to journal and draw and Hop Cafe offered a nice space to do so. The interior felt very warm and inviting but the the ambiance was a little off because they had some odd music playing - it sounded like music from an action movie haha. The volume was pretty low too and since people were mostly working, it felt like you could hear a pin drop. Since they have jazz nights weekly I thought maybe their music vibes would be more jazzy/bossa nova/chill so that caught me off guard haha. Maybe bring headphones. For the drinks- I got an iced matcha latte with oat milk and asked for it half sweet. I wasn't expecting much - sure, the SGV is filled with places that serve matcha, but most make it poorly... or too sweet... or use bad quality matcha. BUT LISTEN, this place makes good matcha!! The matcha is smooth and not bitter. It's on the lighter side for flavor and it had a beautiful green color. Definitely one of the top places I've found for matcha in the SGV. We tried the popcorn chicken and the curly fries and both were a delicious treat to share after a long day! I'd def come back to journal again sometime. I love that they're open later than most cafes too. Can't wait to go to jazz night in the future! read more

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I stopped by and tried their popcorn chicken with garlic aioli and dang it is pretty good! the popcorn chicken batter is crispy and flavorful and the garlic aioli is sooo delicious, i don't think i can eat popcorn chicken without this sauce now haha read more

Hop Cafe - Popcorn Chicken - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

Visited here specifically for their ice cream egg waffles (personal craving) and I really enjoyed it. They make the waffles fresh so it takes longer than ordering a drink, but needless to say, the aroma from it makes you eagerly wait for the order. Love the interior here, plenty of seating, very much a hangout vibe cafe, very cabin like & very clean. My partner and I both love hot/cold type combo of food and this was the perfect choice. The egg waffle is presented nicely in a round cup with a scoop of ice cream of your choice, we decided on cookies & cream which was the perfect choice to balance the flavors. The egg waffle itself is very soft and very much a shareable order, highly recommend to add ice cream, can even go for a double scoop. Hop Cafe has plenty of menu choices, streaming from savory snacks like popcorn chicken & fries, to plenty of popular drinks like matcha & milk tea. Will definitely revisit to try not just the egg waffles but the drinks. read more

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I came back on a Wednesday afternoon specifically to try the Hojita Latte and I really enjoyed it! Subbed for Oat milk (no charge) The Hojita flavor was strong and nutty but the drink was super smooth and tasty. If you're a fan of less sweet and earthy drinks, this one's for you. read more

Hop Cafe - Hojita latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

My bike group made this place its destination so I rode along cause I have never been. I can never say no to boba. We pulled up and the place was packed! A live band was playing that we weren't aware was there that day. The drinks were going out slowly because they were currently brewing more jasmine green tea. Appreciated the workers apologizing for the delay. It was cool though. I was just enjoying the music while I waited. The buy 3 get one free deal is great! I took 4 home to slowly drink over time. All of them were great and satisfying. Would definitely come back! read more

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Im sorry but this place is price gouging now. I got their full size, which is actually pretty small a portion for $12, on March 1st, 2026. Its April 4th, 2026 and its now $14?! In a month it went in $2! Thats too much for so little food. read more

Hop Cafe - Popcorn Chicken - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

Finally stopped by after my workout to try their famous Strawberry Matcha Latte and bubble waffle. I placed my order online, hoping everything would be ready by the time I arrived--but that wasn't the case. When I walked in, I was told the bubble waffle was still being made. The bubble waffle was okay--I actually prefer the version from Happy Lemon. It's crispier on the outside and has a much better aroma. The matcha was strong, but not very smooth. The boba was surprisingly decent though! Overall, I'm not quite sure what all the hype is about. That said, the place is quiet and cozy, which makes it a nice spot to hang out on a hot day. However, I'm not very happy wasting my calorie on food I don't enjoy... read more

Hidden Gem in Arcadia! Been here a few times now and I have to say that my fam bam and I pretty much love this gem that we wished we discovered sooner. Ordered: *Popcorn Chicken *Ice Cream (Strawberry and Chocolate) *Bubble Egg Waffle *Brown Sugar Boba Milk (I always sub the boba for grass jelly and ask for oat milk instead) *Da Hong Pao We pretty much love everything that we have tried and when we come back, we always order the same items again. Staff are always pretty nice. Sometimes the cafe can be pretty packed with people so seating can be difficult. Their decor is bright but brings in a classy old school feel with Jazz records and honestly its such a relaxing atmosphere. If you cannot tell already, we definitely love this spot and will continue to come back to support. 2 thumbs up from this Yelper! Tips: *Credit card accepted *They have an Instagram page *Restroom available for customers *Free wifi *Free parking shared with other local businesses (i.e. CVS) *They offer boardgames for you to utilize when you visit. *Some nights they have live musicians perform. *They have a rewards program for frequent consumers. *Outdoor seating available (Two tables) read more

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Came by with some friends and got some drinks. It's located in the shopping plaza by the CVS. The last time I was here, it was a different tea shop chain (ChaTime), so it's been a while. I spoke with the friendly owner and he said that he opened this back in December 2024, kept the name of the cafe, but rebranded the shop and changed the decor. I love the bunny logo, the yellow and the music themed decor (vinyl records on display!) and the cozy vibes with the cozy seating. He said they have jazz nights as well, so a great place to hang or have a date night if you want to listen to some music on a Saturday evening! Their current seasonal special is the Raspberry Matcha latte, he said he makes the raspberry jam himself (so it's limited quantity - giving me Meghan Markle vibes....lol), and he uses ceremonial grade matcha, so I had to try it - It's super good! Popcorn chicken and bubble waffles are available if you want a snack. They even have ice cream!! read more

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~ Best Popcorn Chicken! ~ I'm in love w/ their popcorn chicken and garlic basil aioli dipping sauce!! The service was amazing! There's plenty of couches and tables to do work or chat. read more

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Super kind staff!! I really like their milk tea and I tried their iced latte and it was pretty good! And I'm super picky with coffee! This is a nice place to meet and catch up with a friend (they have couches for lounging and some games to borrow while at the store). Will be returning! read more

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Love Hop Cafe's Christmas decor and chill ambiance! Take my go-to as your new favorite order: hojicha latte 25% sweetness with a shot of espresso or holiday Einspanner (served in a glass cup / dine in only). The staff here are incredibly sweet and personable, shoutout to the morning crew too. read more

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I'm not a matcha girly but this drinkkkkk hitssss. Perfect amount of sweetness. The strawberries are a perfect combination for this drink. They also offer popcorn chicken and other little treats such as icecream and cookies. If you need a little pick me up, this is your spot read more

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Hop Cafe (est 2025) is brand new little coffee/tea go-to spots for students, creatives, and caffeine lovers alike. It's tucked away in a midsize plaza on Las Tunas ave in Arcadia. Entering this cafe is like you're transported back into your chill basement with leather couch and jazz records for amusement. I visited on a warm Memorial weekend to check-them out. I liked their set up and relaxing atmosphere. And the fact that they have live Jazz on weekends and I like Jazz this was truly deserve a star in my book. I perused their interesting albeit modest drink and snack menu. I had a cold Orange Tea x Popcorn chicken. Did I liked them? My drink was decent; ppc snack was atrociously salty but soft and flavorful. (I end up disposing 1/2 of the snack). If there were consolation it would be their prices were competitive, free wifi, ample of parking and good service. Overall, I am reticent to recommend those items but will give other drinks a try. They deserve a second chance after all. read more

Finally got to try Hop cafe. Located in a small, quiet strip mall with easy parking. I was really pleasantly surprised by the cool, low-key swanky atmosphere playing jazzy music. Very relaxing and inviting. The decor is stylish, comfortable, and new. The store is very clean, and the staff were friendly. I also appreciated the ample seating and outlets. The cafe can get busy. They had a good selection of drinks. I chose an unsweetened white grape oolong which was crisp and refreshing. I also tried their bubble egg waffle, which is standard but still yummy. I did wish they had more food options, especially savory and vegetarian/vegan choices. I definitely plan to come back. read more

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Came here for a Pokémon jazz concert! It was really great. Nice cozy spot, friendly staff, good food and drinks. I got the popcorn chicken and a passion fruit soda. Sorry for the lack of pictures! I was too busy vibing to the music and chatting with other guests between sets. read more

I really want to like this place but it was pretty disappointing. It's my first time here. I was excited to see they have cold brew white peach oolong tea so I had to order that and of course add boba. I did 75% sweetness level on my drink and the flavor came out exactly like what I prefer. However, I would rate their boba 1.5/5 stars. It was one of the toughest bobas I've ever had. Much sadness there. My sister ordered their strawberry jasmine tea half sweet and it honestly tasted like 100% sweet. Definitely way too sweet for my taste. We even asked them to make sure they did do 50% sweet, which they confirmed. The layout of the cafe was a bit strange a well. It looked like there's an area where musicians probably play at some point. No one was playing when we were there but they put "reserved" signs on those chairs. In front of that section, there were a bunch of chairs but they were all clustered together in a way where customers can't use the chairs to sit down. Personally I feel like it was wasted space, especially since those who are ordering their drinks to go were pretty much stuck standing in front of the counter. I can't even imagine how it would have been like if there was actually a line of people ordering when we went considering it took them over 15 minutes for our drinks with no line and also two workers preparing drinks. I'm not sure if I'll be back but it does seem like it can be a nice space for those who want to come study if you are lucky enough to snag one of the few tables they have available. read more

Hojicha latte: I was hesitant of getting this at first because I wasn't sure if this was called a latte for having coffee or that's just a name and it's a milk tea. When I asked the server what the drink consisted of and if it has coffee, he had to ask another employee to double check and responded "it's just Hojicha tea and milk." So one star less for that. I asked for 75% sweetness and it was perfect! They have whole milk and only oat milk as the non-diary alternative. Wish they had soy milk as an option but oat milk did go well with the latte! There was a lot more hojicha flavor than I expected. read more

I enjoyed their Popcorn Chicken. Chicken was juicy & meaty and it didn't taste too ready.

Drinks were fine, we went later in the evening and there were some folks at the tables quietly studying. The toppings were generous. There are some other drinks I might go back to try but I'd skip the egg waffles, they were super deflated and soggy. Plenty of parking available! read more

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They are in a plaza with free parking which makes parking great. This shop is really nice and comfortable to hang out or study. They have plugs to charge. Their prices are also great and their matcha is amazing!! I would say, their drinks are probably better than their food because I was definitely not a fan of it. I might be biased with the popcorn chicken but the pieces were just too big and chewy. Their curly fries also tasted old. I would probably stick to just drinks here. read more

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Upon arrival at Hop Cafe, I saw a very bright yellow gleaming from the inside out. I was intrigued by it. When I got closer, I was like, What do we have here? Thoughts were going through my head as to what the cool yellow wall and music themed decor represented. It looked like a music studio. But it's not, it's a cafe that sells snacks, drinks, and ice cream. It has quite a hip hoppity ambiance! I loved it! The lady staff (Christina) was very friendly and nice. She offered her recommendations on drink choices. Thank you miss! I ended up with 4 drinks. They were all delightful. Tea flavor was on point. Grass jelly was smooth. Agar jelly had good texture and tasted great. My daughters loved the drinks as much as I did. We'll definitely get them again. Matcha latte Da Hong Pao Milk Tea with grass jelly Brown Sugar Milk Tea with agar boba Strawberry Jasmine Tea with agar boba They sell snack foods, too. I didn't try any as it was 15 mins prior to closing time. I'll try them next time. They also have t-shirt and other merchandises available for purchase. From what was shared with me, the owner is a musician. Hence, the yellow and music themed decor. They may have live music playing from time to time. Hope you and I catch one of those lively nights. Happy Hopping! Btw, they do have one all gender restroom for use which is convenient for their customers. read more

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Wonderful customer service!!! Delicious tea and a great spot to sit and relax. Also a great place to spend time with family and little ones! read more

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Such a cute coffee house! Super cozy and I appreciated the lady who was behind the counter. She was the only employee but she was calm, friendly, knowledgeable and super efficient. I got a waffle with a scoop of ice cream (Cookies 'n Cream). The waffle was made to order, very delicious. The ice cream was a little icy not as creamy as it could be. I'm excited to see they serve actual coffee drinks along with a few classic milk tea/boba drinks. They have curry rice and some snack food items you find in boba tea shops (ie popcorn chicken). I also learned they have live jazz on Friday & Saturday evenings around 7 PM. I'm planning on returning to check out the coffee drinks and the live jazz. This is down the street from me. Looks like I might spend more time there! read more

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Love this place! My friend and I always come here to get our work done. It's the perfect spot to study, and I really enjoy the jazz music. Excited to try the bubble waffle next time, and the curly fries are a must! The popcorn chicken was yummy as well. The milk tea I tried was light and flavorful. Definitely recommend if you want to try something new. Service is amazing, and the staff are welcoming and nice. There's plenty of parking in the area. read more

Hop Cafe - Da Hong Pao Milk Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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There's loads of parking in the plaza. This cafe is really chill and a great place to study/do work. There's also performances here occasionally. I'dlike to return for the events. The staff are great and nice. The popcorn chicken was pretty good. Better than some other cafes I've been at. The strawberry matcha was good too. Not too sweet nor watered down. Worth a chance to stop by. read more

Hop Cafe - Strawberry matcha latte (left). - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

Walked in at 9:30am and they didn't have enough batter for 2 egg waffles. Also there's no flavors you can add for the egg waffle except for icecream for additional charge. For $8 a pop for regular flavor is pretty pricey. The staff was nice and the place looks like a cool study cafe. I gave them a low score because they're not prepared for business when there was only 1 person in the cafe on a weekday when the business has already opened for 1.5 hours read more

What a great new boba place in SGV!! Plenty of seating and cool decor. There were plenty of outlets all around. Great high speed internet. perfect place to get some work done. The food and drinks were great. Daughter had a brown sugar boba and I had a black tea boba with oat milk. Both hit the spot on a warm day. The popcorn chicken was crispy and had great flavor. My son cried because he wanted more after we ate it all. Curly fries were crispy as well. Ordered online and everything was ready when I arrived. read more

Hop Cafe - brown sugar boba milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Service was good. Food (savoy snacks) such as Popcorn Chicken & Curry Tater Tots were good. However, drinks were so-so. Iced tea and milk tea were mediocre. We tried 3 drinks - White Peach Iced Tea, Orange Jasmine & Tiramisu Milk Tea. None of them were worth the price imo. The environment/ambience/vibe were decent though. Easy parking. Later heard their matcha, hojicha & coffee drinks are better. So, maybe I'll try those next time instead. 5 stars for food & service 4 stars for venue 3 stars for drinks read more

Service- 5 star I walked in, not having a clue what they serve served, but I was waiting on a prescription and didn't wanna go home and come back. Tea was amazing. I got a jasmine passionfruit half sweet. I'm definitely going back for that. I live around the corner. They're gonna see me there multiple times a week. This is my first time having Japanese curry, so I don't have a base of reference, but that was really really sweet for me and I doubt that I would get it again. The rice was really nice. It was perfectly cooked. I'm excited to go back and try some more of their drink drinks. It was a cute little café. It looks unassigned from the outside, but it was absolutely crowded inside. All of the tables were taken all of the couches were taken so people must like it. I'll definitely be back. read more

This was my first time coming in and I loved it! It was not your average boba spot. The vibes were very cool and hip. They had tables, chairs, as well as couches to relax in. I got the popcorn chicken and it was $9. I got it with their garlic sauce that paired absolutely perfectly with the chicken. The owner was sooo nice and welcoming! They even had a band playing, but we left before they started. This was definitely a hidden gem that I will be coming back to. read more

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It was a nice study spot, there were outlets and big tables as well as calming music that is playing at all times. The place didn't have too many tables so it was helpful that I was there early. Unfortunately, there was no popcorn chicken the day I was there. The other foods that I had there were really good though. I had the curly fries and they honestly reminded me of Jack in the Box (which is a good thing). The tea drinks were also pretty good with a nice amount of tea flavor. Would highly recommend if somebody wants to try a new study spot. read more

The Popcorn chicken is really good! There's lots of parking available, service was good. The interior has nice decorations. There's several people studying and working inside. read more

Hop Cafe - Popcorn Chicken - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

Egg waffles and popcorn chicken is on point! Love the atmosphere, feels like a cigar lounge but without the smoke lol. The furniture is beautiful. I'm sure to be back again. read more

Hop Cafe - Live band playing some chill jazz on a Saturday night. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California