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    Mandarin 2

    4.5 (73 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    MANDARIN 2 ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    The One on One
    Leonard A.

    Mandarin one was definitely caffeinated fun and now act two is a spot for you and a crew. As I went to the counter I didn't have a clue what I wanted so I ordered a few. As my eyes watched them carefully prepare my drink my anticipation grew. With my view I started to think about my review and then my ideas all started coming through and I was like phew! I stated off with their One on One and after that I felt brand new! My second drink was a Pour Over and from there I was really ready like Scooby Doo! Or maybe like an animal escaping the Zoo! LoL! But seriously, baristas here take the craft very seriously and tasting the coffee and watching them how much they enjoy doing what they do it's a no brainer why this place is legit. The service was great and the atmosphere total chill as well as the playlist. And that's my take on it, Peace out...

    La Vonne C.

    Let's get to it! 5/5! Just like the og location in the Burlington Arcade, this one is great! They have different menus but the quality is really good. I got the gui hua latte and it was lightly sweetened plus made with oatmilk. The drink comes hot automatically. The espresso was smooth and easy to drink. Overall will be back! Service was nice. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Plenty of seats and they have tables for those who have work to do. It's located below a residential building. Lots of parking available. Decent pricing too!

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    Leilani M.

    Affogato! It's a must try. And before pouring that espresso take a taste of the individual ingredients. It stands out among any affogato. The unique flavors are a flavor zap that will keep you mmm mmming all the way till the end. This sweet and savory mix is done so well itll keep you coming back. Limited 1hr Street parking. Inside seating area or one outside table available. Baristas were so friendly, welcoming and informative. Will definitely return.

    Gui hua latte
    Winnie L.

    Super cute coffee shop. Great space with tables for working or studying. Highly recommend the gui hua latte (hot option only) if you want to try something new. I really enjoyed the florals-- not too strong!

    Gui Hua Latte
    Ken D.

    When I first walked in, I honestly couldn't tell if they were still remodeling or if that unfinished look was part of the aesthetic. That said, I'd definitely come back. The coffee is reasonably priced and actually tastes great. You can really taste the crema, like they're pulling the espresso shots properly unlike a lot of these newer coffee shops popping up lately It feels like they actually know what they're doing and have mastered their craft. I've been to so many newer spots charging $10 for a drink that ends up tasting burnt or way too milky. This would be a great spot for a coffee date or to study. There are plenty of tables, good lighting, and the service is quick and efficient. I'll definitely be back.

    Seating area
    Kuo L.

    This second coffee shop of the famous and popular Mandarin coffee stand located at the Burlington Arcade in Lake is much more spacious. A simplistic light colored wood aesthetic works well in their cozy space, well lit by natural sunlight. Decent amount of tables, lots of standing table space, but no plugs/outlets for your laptop. Same high-quality, unique, artisan coffee drinks as their original coffee shop. They also have a good selection of pastries. Personable staff and baristas, quick service when I was there (though it wasn't too busy yet, as they tend to get in both locations). A good addition to East Pasadena.

    Pour over
    Ailun H.

    We wanted a post-lunch coffee, so we went to Mandarin 2 this past Wednesday afternoon. My cousin's been to Mandarin Stand before, but we went to this location since it has seating. The interior is pretty spacious, and we had no issues finding a spot after we ordered our coffee. Mandarin sources many coffee beans from various well-known roasters including Hydrangea, SEY, and Terraform (from Shanghai), which they also use for their pour overs. We tried a couple of their current offerings: Ninga, Brundi from SEY - 6 tasting notes: black tea, plum, pear blossom Brighter coffee of the two, I liked that it had a more tea-like flavor mixed in the fruity notes. La Margarita, Peru (gesha) from TERRAFORM - 13 tasting notes: lavender, raspberry, nectarine Cleaner and more subtle, very floral with mellow fruity flavors. The pour overs tasted very clean, but we thought it was a bit too diluted and would have preferred a stronger coffee. Overall, glad I got to try Mandarin, and I hope to buy a bag of Hydrangea beans next time (sadly, they were out of the bag I really wanted).

    Natalia J.

    This spot doesn't have the matcha cream top that I've come to associate with Mandarin, but I really love the pour overs here. You've gotta scan the block for residential parking and once a peacock came by and scratched up my car while I was inside the cafe, but overall this is a cute place to come and yap with friends or get some work done.

    Ivie L.

    I'm literally still sitting in this cafe at the moment, but they deserve a great review so I'm leaving this before I forget. Suchhh kind staff and such a lovely spot to hang out/get work done. One of the baristas even brought out a free sample of iced tea for me + the rest of the customers to try, completely unprompted! Thank you so much! You guys are the best.

    Ethiopia, Alo from La Cabra Coffee
    Melody L.

    Cute coffee shop with a solid coffee menu, but kind of limited seating. They had a small pourover menu with beans from Sey in Brooklyn, NY and La Cabra in Copenhagen, as well as a single origin espresso menu. The signature drinks on the menu also sounded good, but we didn't have the chance to try any of them. We got two pourovers and thought they were decent. Nothing mind-blowing but we were at least able to get some of the notes that came with the beans. Espresso was similar, decent but not anything standout. Mandarin seems to be pretty popular, so it was kind of difficult finding a spot to sit down. There are only a few small tables for 1-3 people and a counter by the window. Pricing is pretty on par with other specialty coffee shops we've been to. I'd give this place about a 7/10.

    Iced toasty
    Charlie N.

    I was in Pasadena for a dentist appointment and had to find somewhere to take a couple work meetings. I had seen news about Mandarin Coffee opening a new location (I haven't been to the original though), so decided to check this out! PARKING: I was able to find parking on the surrounding streets, but may be difficult if coming during a peak time WHAT I'VE ORDERED: Iced toasty White miso kouign amann THE DRINK: Iced toasty was great - as the name implies, very toasty. The espresso tasted really good in the drink and paired well with all the other flavors. The rooibos wasn't too prominent, but in a good way such that it didn't overpower. The kouign amann was good too and such a great flavor pairing, though I wish it was fresher and crispy, but I came later in the morning so that made sense. SERVICE: Baristas were so friendly! If you get it dine-in, they bring your order to you. VIBES: Lots of people studying/doing work, though I wouldn't say it's ideal for that (no outlets I saw!). I think that was intentional, and perhaps this place was meant more of a place to connect, and I think it's perfect for that. Here's my work-from-coffee-shop checklist: * OUTLETS: None that I saw! * WIFI/INTERNET: Yes, pretty good speed * BATHROOMS: Yes, clean * VOLUME: Not too loud * SEATING AVAILABILITY: A mix of tables, and there was also some standing area, as well as a super cool outside area with little stools. * LAPTOP FRIENDLINESS: No restrictions I saw BOTTOM LINE: DEFINITELY want to come back to chill with friends and try the other interesting looking drinks.

    View of outside
    Brandon L.

    (+) Gui Hua latte (+) Spacious (+) Ambiance Mandarin 2 is a coffee/tea shop that specializes in Chinese inspired tea/coffee flavors. It is labeled "2" because this is the second location opened, as their first location is in Pasadena. Unlike the first location, there is plenty of seating indoors. Parking is available on the street only. The front door is located on the corner of Colorado and S Quigley Ave., behind a green hedge. Thank goodness for dairy alternatives, that are also free of charge. Drinks: I tried one of their signature drinks, the Gui Hua Latte. It is a Osmanthus tea with cardamom bitters and oat milk. This drink is only offered as a hot only. My initial thoughts were "interesting" in a good way. I tasted the floral tea at first, and then the espresso taste followed after. Dried tea leaves are sprinkled on top, which was a distraction. I would order it again, but would try another signature drink before. Service/Ambiance: The shop is inviting and aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Plenty of natural light and an awesome place to go and study or finish some work. The servers are friendly and willing to answer any questions you may have. Overall, I would recommend Mandarin 2. It is a cute shop that deserves recognition and thankful for a location closer to my home.

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    Sharon C.

    This mandarin coffee location is a little easy to miss, but when you spot the red stools outside, you know you're there. I ordered the matcha tonics and i think it was one of the best I've had! It was so yummy in a nice glass. Didn't really interact with the workers but they were getting drinks out quickly. Efficient. Thanks to the barista that waited for me to start taking pics to pour my matcha bahahaha

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    Cute little coffee spot right off the freeway. Plenty of seating and very delicious coffee. Service was pretty quick!

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    27 days ago

    Great coffee and great food. When they warm up food it could be a little warmer but I love everything I've tried regardless

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    The consistency and quality here is on another level. Nice to see staff that are proud of what they make/share.

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    The drinks were amazing, so fresh and the workers were very nice and informative. I definitely would come here again.

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    I enjoyed the latte. The ingredients made the experience unique. So many cute options! Def will be coming again!

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    Great Coffee. Nice pastries. Space is a little limited but definitely worth a trip!

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    Very slow...guess they're still figuring it out - would be useful to have existing crew from other location help train...

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    The best coffee! I am so excited for indoor seating. They have unusual flavors, teas, and specialty coffee drinks.

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    Lovely spot, reminds me of an old place a long time ago, glad they're close by, good formula to follow

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