Been here when they first open. We got a matcha drink and a coffee drink (don't remember exactly…read morewhich one). Thought it was alright at the time. Gave it a second chance since Uncle Fung was packed. I'm glad we came back. The service was good and whole experience was not bad. DRINKS: Iced Hojicha Latte, add agave & Sea Salt Foam 4.5/5 $9.25. Liked it, but slightly too sweet. It was okay after I added more ice later. Ended up combining leftover Hojicha & coffee together. Tastes pretty good. This drink got pretty expensive. Didn't realize the Sea Salt Foam was $1.25 extra. Thought it was free (came with the drink) when the cashier asked which sweetener & cold foam I would like. Hot Latte, Add Vanilla Syrup 4.25/5 $6.50. Solid/safe choice. Hot Black Sesame 4/5 $6.50. Not bad, but I may be like Da Vien and/or Lotus & Bean's Hot Black Sesame drink a tad bit more. PASTRIES/BAKED GOODS: $4.50. Chocolate Chip Cookie

I really wanted to love this place after seeing so many good reviews, but the matcha latte with…read moresesame cream didn't quite live up to my expectations. The matcha itself was pretty weak and a bit flat, missing that rich, earthy depth you'd hope for, so overall it just fell a little meh. The sesame cream added a nice richness, but didn't bring much of that distinct nutty sesame flavor and mostly just tasted creamy. That said, the space is beautiful. It's clean and minimalist with lots of natural wood, high ceilings, and an open, airy layout. There's plenty of seating, making it a great spot to work, study, or just hang out. I'd still be open to coming back and giving it another try, maybe the double matcha will hit better next time.

Yihui is one of my go-to coffee spots for the studyability and their good quality coffee! They have…read morea moderate number of tables along the wall with plenty of outlets and wifi available. Workers are always friendly and give great recommendations. I have been here numerous times, and my favorite items have been their lychee tonic (though on the pricier end for $9) and the Fist Bump (small black sesame breve), but I also love their hot flat white, as it has the balance of their strong and smooth espresso flavor with the perfect balance of milk. I have also enjoyed the Cloudy, which has subtle notes of red date and pear with a cream top. The drink was nicely balanced and not too sweet. Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of their coffee drinks, which have strong coffee notes. I also love their coffee cakes, which tend to sell out pretty quickly by midday. The cake is rich and moist with a nice cinnamon-sugar top and pairs nicely with coffee. They have plenty of parking in the back lot. Definitely check them out if you're in the area!

Yihui Coffee caught my attention due to its minimalist interior and selection of drink menus. The…read morestore is located on Garvey ave and could be easy to miss. I was in the area on a weekday and decided to stop by before work to grab a coffee. I went at around 8:30 AM and it was busy with many folks doing work. After looking at the menu, I had a hard time trying to figure out what to get given the selection! I asked for a recommendation between drinks and they mentioned if I want a hot drink - Miso White would be good; for a cold drink - Lychee Tonic would be ideal. It was a hotter day, so I opted for the Lychee Tonic. Since it was busy, the wait was ~ 10 minutes for the drink. After giving it a try, it tasted refreshing but I didn't really get the lychee taste. Not the best first impression with the tonic. However, I'd still consider coming back considering their ambience. Also absolutely interested to try their pour over options! Parking is available in the back of the building. American Express is accepted here.

Arrived around 10 am on Saturday and was able to find a seat easily…read more Vibe 5/5 Nicely decorated with posters, had an old school kinda feel. It was moderately loud and there was a lot of foot traffic. ordered : (5/5) - The putu: the barista recommended this and I was pleasantly surprised. The Pandan works great with the coffee and it didn't taste too strong. - Putu ayu: it tasted like a fluffy cake with Pandan and coconut. It was good, but nothing spectacular. The other pastries on display also looked delicious! service: (5/5) The place was fairly busy but the barista took their time explaining the menu. parking: (5/5) Large free lot across the street, otherwise street parking. overall: The drink was delicious and I would come back to try others!

I feel that this place is closer to a 3.5 but gave them the extra bump because their drinks are…read morequite unique. My favorite drink is the coco cloud. I can't find this drink anywhere else. The coconut juice is refreshing while the perfectly sweet espresso foam still has enough of a caffeinated kick to get me going. A good option when I'm not craving something with milk. Their regular latte was okay and didn't like the other drinks I have tried on the menu. A lot of my friends love their other drinks but they might be a little too strong for me. There is some seating for small parties or dates. The place is decorated in a way that makes me feel like I transported to a cute cafe in Asia. The service is mostly friendly but they all do seem tired and super busy most of the times I stopped by.

5/17/26 Thanks to fellow Yelp Friends (kudos to Sam, Ian & Christy), this cafe intrigued me. The…read moreshop is modern with cute & clean designs, pastel colors, friendly, amiable & serious baristas (hey, the espresso machine is La Marzocco, I'm impressed), they sure make great beverages! Of course, I went on a Sunday at about 2 pm, the pastry boards barely had any crumbs left. I was so looking forward to trying the mochi scone that Christy recommended. This gives me an excuse to return another day to try other items and that mochi scone. I'm feeling generous, so I give a 5 star off the bat--and I haven't even tried their pastries that my Yelp friends are going nuts for. There's a parking garage, which I think is free (Hubby just dropped me off). Did not visit their facilities. The patrons ranged from students to older adults, sitting &/or just picking up beverages. The note stated LAST CALL for espresso at 3:30 pm. NO CASH transactions. All in all a great experience. I'm definitely impressed with the quality. taste & smoothness of the beans used here. Service with a smile sealed the deal for me.

First time visiting Re Bakesic to get some work done with a friend. I was pleasantly surprised…read more Friendly staff greeted me as soon as stepped up to the counter. Good drink options, but no decaf for those of who are caffeine-sensitive. Lots of yummy and freshly baked pastries. The space is clean, warm, and welcoming. It was quiet with ample table space and seating. Very appreciative of the free wifi and multiple outlets! Clean code-entry bathroom. Easy enough parking in the structure or nearby plaza parking lots. Will be back again to do work while enjoying good coffee and pastries.

Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab has been long overdue for a rating from me. I've been here multiple times…read moreand have even racked up quite a few points through their membership program. It's a wonderful spot to study as long as you get there early. The atmosphere is always warm and inviting, and the drinks are consistently made fresh and served piping hot. There's also a solid variety of food options to choose from. I've had the chance to try a few items: the Dubai chocolate mochi (4/5), the breakfast burrito (4/5), and the breakfast sliders (5/5). The sliders are especially good--kind of like a stacked sandwich with egg, sauces, and jam that all come together really well. My go-to drink is the Bori Cano, which is my current seasonal favorite. It's a unique mix w cream top over an Americano, with barley tea on the bottom. It's perfect for keeping me going during long study sessions. I'm really glad to have a place like this in Monterey Park where I can settle in and get work done. As for parking, there are only about five spots right in front of the café, but there are two larger lots on either side with no time limits, which makes things much easier.

I took my chance to visit this Korean cafe a block away from the hotel early morning before my…read morecheck out. Their register wasn't working so everyone had to pay in Zelle or Venmo, including exact change in cash. The guy was welcoming and recommended me to try the Kimchi Musubi Croissant and the Garlic Cheese Bread since this was my first time here. I ordered their popular Honey Bori Latte in almond milk ($1 extra) with less sweetness and the Kimchi Musubi Croissant, which you can request to heat it up. The Bori latte didn't have much honey flavor and a bit watery, but I liked the puff rice topping that made it unique. Kimchi Musubi croissant was flaky and flavorful, but I wish they added more kimchi since it was more like eating a spam croissant. Overall, I'm glad I came here early before I left Monterey Park. It was less crowded an hour after opening and I like their 90s rnb playlist. I even love their cute mascot sticker. Highly recommend coming back to visit and download their app if you come frequently to earn rewards and discounts.

Best coffee in the city. Hands down. The staff is great, location is perfect. Don't change pleaseread more

friendly staff and great service - my girlfriend and I ordered a cortado and a hot cocoa. the hot…read morecocoa was delightfully consistent from top to bottom, and the cortado had the best texture of any cortado I've had. their beans are clearly rested to perfection, and I couldn't ask any more of a specialty shop.

The Smoking Spaniard is my favorite and go-to from here, but their Banana Milk Latte and Corn Milk…read moreLatte are also great! Coffee is always strong and not too sweet. Their savory pastries are some of my favorite! Not to mention their cakes and chubby basque cheesecakes... so basically all their baked goods. FYI, they're also on TooGoodToGo if you get lucky! I appreciate their app and rewards program as well, as I'm a regular at this and their MP location.

Banana latte is well balanced. Sweet corn latte is tasty. Tiger latte is strong. House drip coffee…read moreis black plain coffee. It's just the flavor added coffees which are well balanced. I ordered 4 coffees and they all come out without label on the cup so if you order a lot to go, be sure to ask which one is which. I ordered large size but the size is like medium size to me. Price is high. Also latte came out without mixing so you have to shake it but again the lid doesn't have lid stopper which I have to asked for that. The Place is small so you are sitting pretty close to other party. Parking is the same parking lot in 168 market so it's challenging sometimes.

Visiting the farmer's market and stopping by for light bites. We got their popcorn chicken with…read moremedium spiciness, which got ready relatively swiftly. For the price I'd say pretty good deal in terms of portion and flavor. Well-seasoned juicy chicken bites that came with right thickness of coating which let it be crispy yet not tasting like just eating the batter. They did provide sizable sitting space, which also was relatively quiet so perfect for those finding such space.

Honestly, just a really solid place for studying and getting work done! Overall, pretty cozy too…read more Their menu offers a bunch of drinks and snack snacks - my favorites are their black milk tea and their popcorn chicken. (their portion for popcorn chicken is quite big!). Good amount of seating with outlets available, so if you manage to grab a table, it's a great place to hole up for a few hours and get work done, they also have a happy hour deal that I believe is a drink and a snack for a reduced price, but don't quote me. It gets really busy once the high school gets out so lots of students at that point so snag a table before then!

Micheladas are good here Music is always on point service is…read moregood all I ask is that they Please remove those hanging light people in the back can't see the games on the tv I'll be back tho

I think this place is under rated! The food is phenomenal! From excellent freshness to their…read moredisplay of plating, I will say, outstanding. There is usually a wait, you'll need to put your name on the guest list upon arrival, however, be sure you guys look at the menu, because you'll be ordering as soon as you enter. Food comes out pretty fast so fasten your seat belt and get ready for a ride of flavor town! Cinnamon French toast - crunch like it sounds, delicious and really resembles the cereal as well as a churro texture Cowboy burger - what can I say, a burger from the west, big juicy patty, bacon and egg topped with their delicious sauce, perfectly paired. Boiled pork omelette - you'll need a big appetite for this one. Don't be fooled by its size, it's more food than one can probably eat alone. Big flavor, pork was seasoned well and bbq sauce was a nice touch in the eggs. Potatoes were also on point! House French toast - almost as good as the cinnamon French toast, it has the crunch, flavor and doesn't require any syrup, already sweet as it is! Chicken sandwich - juicy, tangy, not spicy for me (got a level 2 of 4, I think) but if you like flavor, it has it all. The mini spice kick and the mixture of the egg yolk that just fills your mouth with fun! Will surely come back. Their seating is limited so be sure to have that reservation guest list ready as soon as you arrive. The inside is big, yet with the amount of people who visits this place , no wonder it's hard to get a chair! Kudos !

Cool coffee shop / variety of different coffees and matcha . They have sweets and breakfast…read moresandwiches. 10/10 recommendations . Their coffees and Matcha aren't like Starbucks or Tierra Mia definitely something different to try and loved it .

Tried the hojicha latte and it was delicious. Good balance of sweet and earthy roasted flavor with…read morethis tea. There is a lot of space and it has a very calming vibe. Plenty of places to sit and study/read/hang out. Lots of fun options on the menu but definitely have the basics. If you are not from around here, there really is one easy way(direction is heading south bound on Atlantic) to get into the plaza so keep your eyes peeled and don't miss the entrance. Otherwise I didn't find issues with parking or lines. Staff were nice. Would definitely come back to try this again when I'm in the area.