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    Horchateria Rio Luna

    3.9 (2.2k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Iced Green Tea Horchata, Cajeta Frappe, Horchata Latte, Churro Sundae
    Carrisa J.

    Right when I stepped in, I was genuinely impressed by the amount of space and authentic Mexican art/decor they had! There was also a brewery that is soft opening inside which was a nice touch. We came for the churro sundae and it was absolutely delicious. The churros were perfectly fresh and the horchata ice cream was top notch. Perfect for sharing! The drinks, though, were way too sweet, especially the green tea horchata. I wish there was a way to make it less sweet but they unfortunately don't have any adjustment options.

    Watered down cafe de olla
    Ari R.

    Tried two new items. First the Strawberry cold foam coffee! Yummy 5/5 stars. Then I tried the mazapan cold foam coffee and it was complete opposite... super watered down coffee and the cold foam was flavorless and cost $1.60. Why does it cost so much?? It literally had no taste, I was so disappointed

    Pastries
    Betancourt E.

    A different place , a nice place for kicks and coffee and pastries made with love and that are one of a kind. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit here and loved the horchata iced coffee which was superb. I drove from Orange County after seeing this place a while back somewhere . Service was awesome the place was chill and spacious and relaxing . Come one, come all!

    The colorful artwork on the walls brings out a pop of color to the gray walls.
    Sarah D.

    The vibey place is very spacious, got good music, and yummy treats! My boyfriend and I have been here twice so far and we enjoy it! The watermelon agua fresca was not overly sweet and was light tasting, which I really enjoyed! The cheesecake was nice and cold, the graham cracker crust was very crumbly though but the taste was very rich! The second time we went, we got a mazapan frappe and the strawberry paleta frappe; BOTH very true to the flavors and very strong! These were paired with nice, hot, fresh mini churros and got some chocolate dipping sauce on the side. The chocolate is a little on the runny side; I know for the future I will be getting the lechera sauce instead! But these drinks were perfect for the heat wave we were experiencing! Lots of indoor seating, they sell very cute merch that includes coin concha purses, stickers, mugs, etc. We have only come together on Tuesday evenings so I am not sure what any other day is like or if it is more busy on a weekend. But I will definitely be coming back to try out other drink flavors and yummy desserts!

    Cafe de Olla Frappe  Abuela's Hot Chocolate  Horchata Steamer
    Sofia L.

    The concha was good 4.5. The churro muffins were absolutely delicious 5/5. The hot chocolate was good, not too sweet. The horchata steamer 5/5 not too sweet, you could taste the horchata and hot chocolate. The cafe de olla frappe 5/5 wasn't too strong in coffee. The churros were good and thick. They tasted fresh, and I'm pretty sure they made them which is why it took a little longer to receive. The workers were kind and patient, super efficient too. The ambiance was super dope. The vibe was nice, area clean. It was giving modern Mexican culture vibes.

    Churro Sundae. Bomb.com
    Julio V.

    Came here specifically for the Churro Sundae. The churros were freshly made and had a great flavor. They were not as crispy as I like them on the outside, but the inside was warm, slightly chewy, and soft like I like them. Perfectly paired with the guava and lechera sauce it was smothered with. Ice cream was a great addition as well. The place is huge! Service was good. They also serve breakfast. Great place for dessert!

    Iced Vegan Horchata (regular size)
    Michelle T.

    Tried their Iced Vegan Horchata and it was exactly as expected, super tasty! Instantly put me in a good mood! Great option if you are vegan or need a break from dairy!

    Horchata Frappe
    Eliseo R.

    The ambiance and cleanliness inside of this cafe was very impressive! I was told to go here by a friend. It's like a rustic industrial warehouse vibe inside with lots of homey hispanic decor. After waiting at the counter and looking at the menu for a while (because only one guy was working.. doing both drive thru and the front!!), I picked out the Horchata frappe. The only thing was I expected to taste more of the Horchata flavor.. I feel like it was a creamy milk frappe with very tame expresso and lots of cinnamon powder shaken on the whip cream. Unfortunately it tasted alright to me, but hopefully it was just because the barista was in a rush being by himself and didn't do things correctly? I did enjoy relaxing on the couches but I found myself not really wanting to finish my drink. If I were to come back here, I'd only do so if someone invited me or if I wanted to study in here. Not sure if I would want to go back again on my own. Bathrooms were big and clean inside. The pastries and bakery items look promising.

    Horchata Latte
    Maricar D.

    I was pretty surprised at how large the interior is for a cafe that sells drinks and some breakfast items. I was craving some coffee and I heard about this spot as a recc. I love horchata so as soon as I saw the name, Horchateria Rio Luna, I thought why not? There wasn't any written info on the menus that nondairy milks were offered, but thankfully the barista mentioned they had almond milk or oat milk as a substitute. I got the Iced Horchata Latte with oat milk, and to be honest, I had trouble tasting the Horchata flavor I love. It tasted like a vanilla latte with cinnamon powder tossed ontop. It was good though, but as I drank it, the remaining bits of powder at the bottom of the drink made the texture chalky. So I didn't fully finish it. Anyways, the coffee was pretty decent and once again, the interior blew me away at how cozy it is with several couches and so many tables to sit at. Free wifi with password written at the counter. Definitely a good spot with AC to use a laptop for study. *free parking / wifi *unique Mexican decor *breakfast items also served *has a drive-thru as well

    Mini Churros
    David J.

    Food: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Ambiance: 10/10 Great place if you have a sweet tooth or just want great churros. They're made to order so definitely will be hot and fresh. Staff is friendly, attentive and keep this place very clean. Lots of parking and lots of room inside for groups, or anyone trying to get some work done. Check em out!

    Oaxacan Horchata
    Viviana G.

    Stopped by and tried some drinks, churros and breakfast burrito. We ordered the party pack of churros, but honestly it felt like more of an empty box than a "party" pack for $15. On the plus side, they do give you 3 dip options, which I liked and was more than enough. We also tried the Horchata Oaxaqueña and the horchata iced coffee. Both were decent, but not amazing - the horchata itself tasted a bit watered down. The barbacoa breakfast burrito was delicious. Yes, it is almost $18 but it was packed with barbacoa and had a great taste. This place is worth checking out, they have so many options to choose from!

    Churro Frappe
    Mr. Juan D.

    It's been nine years since I last visited Horchateria. I still remember when they were at their original, much smaller location. Back then, you could already tell they had something special. Since then, I've seen them slowly expand, build, and remodel over time--and coming back now with some friends, it honestly made me proud to see how far they've come. The new location looks great, and everything still feels true to the quality and vibe I remember. Even better, I heard they've opened another location, which is amazing to see as someone coming back from Sacramento, CA after all these years. Wishing them nothing but continued success. I hope they keep growing and opening more locations in the future. They've come a long way, and they deserve it.

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    Amber M.

    I have been coming here for years and I'm so proud of how much this place has grown. Still holding true to its mom and pop roots, this cafe has blossomed into something well deservingly big!! Matcha is now on the menu with the green tea horchata (and frap) and their pan/pastry case continues to expand. This spot is so big with chill music at all times. Great art on the walls. Large spacious tables.

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    Horchateria hosted us for an event we had & they were super helpful & place was great, packed & great drinks

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    Their frapps and churros are delicious. I especially love their conchas and cafe de olla.

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    Please update your business hours :( I got there at 9pm and was told it was closed. Online says 10pm today, Friday.

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    Cafe de Olla just the right amount of sweetness. Jalapeño and cream cheese croissant. Savory and sweet.

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    Do they have WiFi where I can work remotely?

    Yes, wifi password is posted up on a sign at the register

    Any dairy free options?

    Yes, ask for dairy free or alternatives when ordering and they can give you several options.

    Do you have any sugar free options?

    Does this cafe still sell Selena themed cookies? Or merch?

    Hello Yes we do :) We have candles, Conchas, kids books, stickers and pens. Here is our online store but is very limited, we have more of a selection at the shops. Thank you! http://www.horchateriarl.com/shop

    Is there wifi / outlets available?

    Wifi offered with password written on the register. Yes, but I only saw one outlet in the corner

    Can I buy a pint of the horchata ice cream?

    Yes you can!

    What are some vegan options?

    Are they any outlets by the tables, was thinking about maybe going for a study session, if possible?

    No outlets, it's really more of a nostalgic shop. It's not suited for studying.

    Is there any other vegan items other than the horchata?

    Well the horchata is the ice cream they use. And also the churros

    Vegan options available?

    Churros are vegan

    Is the whole menu vegan or only the churros?

    Some of the drinks are and it is indicated on the menu.

    Hi do you carry any vegan ? drinks and desserts?

    Yes

    Is it busy?

    It depends on the time of day. It is small in terms of the sitting arrangements. I went with coworkers at 230pm so it was not bad at all.

    What city will new Horchateria be in?

    It's gonna be in Downey. And will be donas

    Do they sell their horchata ice cream by itself? When I tried to order they said they didn't?

    Yes they do!

    What is a good first time drink to try?

    Vegan horchata so good

    Is there a better phone number to call? the number you have on yelp and on fb is ALWAYS BUSY and goes straight to voicemail every single time i call.

    No. When I asked the cashier they didn't even know a phone number existed. If you are trying to contact them, but you don't want to go to the store, they do seem to reply to email most consistently at Hr@horchateriarl.com… Read more

    Are the conchas vegan?

    They do have vegan conchas available

    Do you guys plan on opening a second location ? Since this one is always full due to the popularity of the place?

    Yes, we do!

    You still have the Padre mugs available?

    No, we are sold out.

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    The family absolutely loves this place! The place speaks for itself, "Craving" ice cream this place…read morewill definitely satisfy your "Cravings"! Unfortunately we moved out of state but when we visit family in Cali. This place is a MUST visit! Ice here is just that good!! Customer service here is top notch !

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