The tarts are gorgeous! I'll start off by saying that receiving these in itself felt so special because they are so beautiful. We tried 4 tarts. They were all delicious and none were too sweet. The short crust was melt in your mouth delicious. The four tarts we tried were the peach and earl grey, passion fruit, banana miso caramel cream, and figgy Jin Xuan oolong. Again, all were delicious. The two standouts to me were the peach and earl grey. The flavor combination was amazing with the sweet fresh fruit and subtle tea flavor. The passion fruit was also classically sharp and fragrant. The banana miso was a close second with a nice subtle savory with the sweetness of banana and caramel. read more

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Pinecone Cafe just opened up on Main Street! I stopped by to check it out, and I already have my eye on a few more pastries and drinks to try next time :) I really enjoyed the Shady Monkey, which is a blend of matcha and banana oat milk. I liked that it wasn't overly sweet, and the matcha flavor came through nicely. I do wish the banana flavor was a little stronger, as the oat milk profile tends to take over, but overall, still a solid drink. I also got to try some of my friend's berry fruit tart, and that was really good too! The crust was buttery and flaky without being overly crumbly, while the fresh berries paired nicely with the smooth, delectable cream. The combination of textures and flavors made each bite really enjoyable. The staff here are very friendly. I also love the cute interior of the place. read more

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This is one steep tart. one tart comes out to roughly 16$ with tax and if you tip,we paid $17! We ordered the peach earl grey, the crust was good. The flavor of the earl grey was not there. We actually had lint in our cream.it was not peach fuzz, trust me I'd know the difference. It was like clothing lint. And lots of it. Flavor just wasn't there for us, and we were really excited to try it. We had it bookmarked and it made it our cheat day for a yummy dessert. Pretty place maybe the other tarts would be tasty. But the cost and overall lint in ours wouldn't bring us back. read more

Pinecone Bakeshop Plus Cafe - Peach Earl grey 5/10 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alhambra, California

Do you like tarts? Maybe Asian inspired flavored tarts? Or maybe an option for anyone that's indecisive with choosing a flavor. This is at least why I visited Pinecone Bakeshop, specifically for their mini tart flight. It is a small shop located in downtown Alhambra. It was very busy at around 11 AM when I went on the weekend. There were limited seatings and was able to get one as a group was leaving. If you are ordering and going with just the flights then the takeout experience is a bit quicker. I did order a latte that did take a few minutes for them to get ready. Within the flight, the flavors I tried were the banana miso, mixed berry, peach earl grey, fig oolong, and passion fruit. My top 2 flavors were the banana miso and fig oolong tarts. The mixed berry felt like a good standard one but it was basic and a flavor you'd expect. The peach oolong was okay but didn't stand out compared to the others. The passion fruit was just very far from my favorite. I'd also skip on the latte and stick with the tarts for next time. I'd most definitely get a full size banana miso and fig oolong one and try any newer flavors! read more

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Pinecone bake shop serve hand craft fruit tarts with Asian fusion that are a must try. I would say the quality is Michelin star worthy in terms of the flavor and craftsmanship. The tarts are definitely on the pricey side at around 13 to 14 dollars a piece. They do have very distinct and tasty options. The esthetic of the bakery is great. One of the best esthetics I've seen in a while and a definite standout. A place you will want to sit if you're fortunate enough to find a seat. Weekends it gets packed with a line out the door. I also had the matcha which was great quality also. read more

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Really cute spot to visit but their prices are extremely steep. Mini tart flight seemed more worth for the price but when we saw them in person, they were literally the size of a American quarter.. We opted for the regular sized tart to try instead. Some of their flavors seem to rotate and you don't seem all flavors the day you visit. Their pastry tart shells were pretty dense, wished it was more buttery and light. Figgy Jin Xuan Oolong Tart -loved the oolong flavor, paired really well with the fig. Of course, not too sweet. Peach Earl Grey Tart -sounded so good but the peach gave an heavy note of floral that made it less favored. Earl Grey is pretty floral on its own, personally thought it was too overpowering. Farmer's Tan -no wow factor to the drink, it tasted like any other black tea you can brew at home topped with some milk. I expected some hint of savoriness from the maldon salt but it was absent. read more

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Finding parking nearby isn't too hard. On a Saturday afternoon, they were pretty busy so you may have to wait outside for a few minutes to get in. Come early if youre looking to try a specific tart. All that was left was the peach flavor. The tarts were amazing and I would say its worth the $14-15. The crust is buttery, the oolong filling and whipped cream was light, airy and not too sweet. Beautifully decorated too! The peaches were sweet and easy to cut through. The shady matcha was good but didn't stand out to me. It was lightly sweet, not dessert like. The banana oat milk reminds me of the korean banana flavored milk but more subtle. Staff is also super sweet! read more

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8/22/2026 First time here. MINI TART FLIGHT All the tarts in bite-sized minis. You can try each of their flavors in one bite! Banana Miso Caramel - Caramelly, large piece of banana on a mini tart does make it taste more banana-y. Tart shell was buttery and crumbly. Really good! Mixed Berry Tart - Good tartness and freshness of mixed berries, good vanilla pastry cream. Crumbly tart shell. It is what you'd expect from a mixed berry tart. Peach Earl Grey Tart - Very strong and good Earl Grey flavor, crumbly, buttery tart. Don't remember the peach flavor, as it is a mini tart that easily disappears as soon as you pop it in your mouth. I got the regular tart (4") as well and it does taste differently than the mini. Because the Earl Grey pastry cream, the tart shell and tge fresh peaches are in full sizes, you can taste them better together. It has bigger flavor too. Really enjoyed it and I will be repurchasing this tart again if they continue to make them! Passion Fruit Tart - Very good, strong passion fruit flavor. Very well balanced and delicious! I might get the full size next time! Figgy Jin Xuan Oolong Tart - This was yum! I loved the fresh fig as soon as I popped it in my mouth! Buttery tart was crumbly and delicious. Because it was a mini, I do not remember the oolong flavor in the cream. All the mini tarts were lightly sweetened, balanced and size was simply perfect to eat. You can easily pop one mini tart in your mouth, all bite sized and delicious! Recommend the Mini Tart Flight on your first visit! MATCHA CORTADO Got mine iced and it was really delicious! Lightly sweetened with simple syrup, but still so light, I'm not sure anything was added. Although milky, I got it whole milk, but the matcha shined through with a light bitterness and sweetness in the matcha. Still, in comparison to other matchas I've had, it is still on the lighter side when it comes to the strength of the matcha flavor. LATE SUMMER "TONIC" When I asked about Farmer's Tan, she said it is just milk tea. No strong flavors of orange. So I opted for the espresso tonic. The espresso was very smoky and acidic to a point of sourness. The smoky flavor overpowered anything else. The yuzu and passionfruit flavor was muddled, where you get a hint of those flavors and you can taste the citrus notes, but still, you cannot tell what fruits are added to it if no one told you what was in it. You can see the passionfruit seeds floating in the drink and it was pretty with the ombre orange shade. Nonetheless, I wouldn't recommend this drink. AMBIANCE + SEATS 5-6 tables for 2. Very cozy ambiance. Wooden chairs and tables, cozy lighting. Modern, yet cozy. There were outdoor seats too, but they were metal tables and chairs. Pop music playing in the background, but it was not loud. One unisex bathroom. Brand new and clean. CUSTOMER SERVICE There was only one person at the front register who took orders. She was friendly and helpful. She also came by my table later asking me what I thought of the tarts. I rarely get staff checking in when at dessert / coffee shops, so I was pleasantly surprised. LINES Came on a Saturday at 9:30am. There was no line, but slowly people started trickling in close and there was already a line a little past 10:00am. Come in as early as possible on weekends! LOCATION / PARKING Next to: Jumpin' Lobster, Yang's Kitchen. If you're lucky, you can find one of the two parking spots directly in front of Pinecone. It is a 24 min. parking spot. There are other 24 min. parking spots in the area. Not sure why it's only 24 mins. though. There are many free parking spots and street parking in the area, but be aware of the signs. There is one free parking lot next to Fried Music and Bon Appetea, which is a 2 hr. parking lot. Definitely returning! Loved the tarts, the ambiance and service. read more

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Delicious but pricey. I would come back for a special occasion, or gifting purpose but not an everyday type of bakery store. My favorite was earl grey, because it had the most flavor. I would recommend trying the flight (5 mini tarts), so you know what to get for the next visit! Inside the shop is tiny but aesthetic, 3-4 seats, service is relatively fast. read more

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So many bakeries are popping up in SGV area, making them hard to stand out. We go the assorted tarts, 5 for $16, to try the flavors. This is a great option so you don't have to commit to a whole flavor if you are unsure, but honestly I think it's a little overpriced. I'm not a banana fan, but the banana miso was one of my favorites. They also have a guava, , berry, peach, and passion fruit, the latter which was also good. The crust is good, and the flavors are all good, but I didn't find anything that sets them apart. I actually found that they do a good tonic, which is juice, espresso, and tonic water. This drink is definitely not for everyone, but as far as one goes, not bad (it's a little on the juicier side, in a good way). This place is a casual coffee and dessert shop, and they don't have much indoor seating, unfortunately. Service was just ok (I say this because they didn't say anything about where to pick up, where to get water, point out seats, etc) and you serve yourself water. Honestly this is probably the standard service nowadays, but as a mom and pop shop that wants to succeed, this just was disappointing... read more

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Came here for the hype. And it is mainly that. Was shocked to see a single personal tart at 15.00. maybe I am out or touch and don't know current prices but IMO that's at least 5.00 over priced if not more. It was decent but not mine blowing. I expect mind blowing at those prices. We stopped by after dim sum, so towards the end of the day for a bakery, around 230pm and selection was very limited, basically one fig left and a few passion fruit. The passion fruit was nice and tart. Staff were friendly enough. Cute modern interiors. read more

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The inside of the shop is pretty small, with only a few tables available both inside and outside. Because of how popular this place has become, it can be difficult to find a spot to sit, especially during busier times. The decor inside is really nice, though, and I liked that there's a window where you can watch them prepare the tarts. They have a variety of drinks available, although I decided to skip the drinks this time. There's also a water station at the bar where you can grab water yourself, which is a nice convenience. I came mainly for the fruit tarts and was expecting there to be a larger selection, but there were only a handful of flavors available. The individual tart prices also felt a bit steep for their size. Instead, I decided to try the flight, which comes with five different flavors in bite-sized tarts. The flavors were pretty hit or miss for me. The banana was delicious, with a great balance between the fresh banana and cream. The fig was probably my least favorite because it was pretty bland and I didn't get much of the fig flavor. The peach + Earl Grey was a nice combination, with the tea flavor complementing the peach well. The passion fruit was definitely the most unique and my favorite of the flight. Unfortunately, it was also the only flavor that wasn't available in a full-size tart, which was a little disappointing. The best part of the tarts for me was actually the crust. It was perfectly crumbly while still being moist and had a really nice texture. I also liked that the plates the tarts were served on were chilled, which was a small but thoughtful touch. Overall, Pinecone wasn't bad, but I think there are a few areas that could be improved. With some adjustments to the pricing, flavor selection, and overall experience, I could see this becoming a place I'd want to return to. As it stands, though, it feels more like a one-time visit because of the social media hype rather than somewhere I'd go out of my way to revisit. read more

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Finally got to check out the newest pastry shop in the area! It's still pretty busy as of 8/2026, but the line moves pretty quickly. I got the flight tart and was so good!! It's perfect if you like to try everything, but it is quite pricey. I would get the flight to try all the flavors so you know which one to get next time! The coffee pairs well with the tarts, but it isn't anything special. Overall, I would come back for the tarts, but only for a special occasion since it's quite pricey! There a few tables inside and outside, but it's quite tight. I wouldn't come here with a big party since there isn't much seating. read more

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New coffee shop and bakeshop that recently popped up in the SGV! I used to pick up their tarts all the time when they were known as The Hangry Bakery and were doing pop-ups at Yang's Kitchen. I believe the owner's name is Joyce, so I'm really happy to see that she finally has her own storefront now! The tarts here are amazing. They taste great, look beautiful, and they always have some really nice flavor combinations. Today I picked up the Peach Earl Grey Tart and it was so good. The crust itself tasted amazing, and I really liked that the whole tart wasn't overly sweet. They run around $15 each, which does sound kinda pricey for a tart, but honestly the quality is there. I was standing there wanting to order every flavor lol, but I'll save some for next time. They also make larger tarts, which would be perfect if you're planning a party or bringing dessert to a gathering. Super happy to see them grow from doing pop-ups to having their own storefront in Alhambra. Definitely come check them out if you're into tarts. I'll be back to slowly make my way through the rest of the flavors! read more

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This review is just for the coffee because by the time I arrived, all the tarts are gone! I will definitely have to come back and snag myself a whole box if I wake up early enough! Since I was there already, I decided to order two drinks: the Hojicha Latte and the Shady Monkey. The hojicha flavor wasn't really there and my drink tasted more like vanilla. As for the shady monkey, I was very happy to taste the banana. It had a nice, bold flavor without being overpowering. I would order the Shady Monkey again but the Hojicha latte was forgettable. The café itself has a cozy, welcoming feel, and the service was friendly from start to finish. It made for an easy place to slow down and enjoy a cup of coffee. I did not go during their peak hours so I can't speak to how waiting in line is like. For my next visit, I would try to get there first in the morning! read more

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The may be packed but they go down the line so quickly. We tried the passion fruit, early grey peach and berries fruit tart. Every thing tastes true to ingredient. These tarts are definitely tasty. My preference was the early grey peach. It was magical. Had a side of black coffee and it was the perfect balance to the sweetness to the tarts. My only complaint is that the space is too small and proved to be an issue with my stroller. I definitely constantly felt in the way, with many people getting annoyed, but what are you doing to do. I'm sure the lack of space may just be a temporary growing pain. Perhaps it's a a good idea to simply pick up and eat it at home. read more

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Nice cute bakeshop. The shop specializes in tarts. They have the mini tart flight and the bigger version of each flavor (sold separately). For the flight of 5 tarts, it was $16. For the big tarts, it was like $15 each. IMO, the tarts were pricey. I don't know about the bigger tarts, but the mini tarts didn't have much flavors to it. I couldn't really tell which flavor was which. The one that stood out most (flavor wise) was the passion fruit. I could also somewhat tasted the earl grey one. The tarts were good, but it was a bit too much cream since the tarts were so small. I tasted more of the cream than anything else. If you don't mind spending lots on tarts then maybe the big ones are better. I m sure the flavors in the bigger ones would stand out more. Well, I hope so. I ordered 2 drinks. I ordered Hojicha latte. The gal charged me extra for it to be sweetened. That was something that should be offered without charge...sweeten or not. If I wanted a flavor syrup then it was more understandable. However, it was just simple syrup. What was ridiculous was paying for it, but my drink wasn't even sweetened. I left then realized it...unfortunately. The shady monkey was a matcha with banana cream. Didn't get to try it, but the individual who drank it didn't finish it. So dunno if it was good or not. Overall, everything was decent. Advertisements about grand opening til July 20th. Didn't feel like a grand opening to me...felt like a normal business day ... read more

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Visited for their grand opening! They had already run out of tote bags, and there was a line of about 20 people outside. The wait wasn't too bad. The mango sticky rice tart and mini tart flight together were $31. There is limited seating inside. They do offer free cups of water. My favorite was the banana tart. The portions were a little small for the price, but it was worth a try because the fruits were high quality. The staff were friendly and even cleared our plates for us. Overall, it was a nice experience! read more

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We tried some tarts from and shared with our friends to celebrate our 8/8 wedding anniversaries! It is a cozy neighborhood bakery in downtown Alhambra specializing in beautiful, seasonal fruit tarts and artisanal coffee and matcha. We love the woodsy interior design as well as the open kitchen in the back that allows you to watch them creating the tarts. We tried all five flavors and all four of us had a different favorite! The banana oat milk latte was interesting - give it a try if you like banana flavor. read more

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I have been a fan since her popup days and quality has not changed with the opening of the store front. this is probably one of the most organized soft opening/grand opening i have seen in the area. I like some tarts more than others but overall everything is high quality. During the soft opening i tried he mini tart sampler : - banana miso - one of my favorites but in large tart form. could not get enough banana flavor in such a small bite -strawberry match - a good balance of strawberry and matcha flavor. matcha flavor really came through. i enjoyed this one. - cappuccino - really well made. espresso flavor came through and was not overpowered by the milk. i really enjoyed this one. I have come back since soft opening and also tried the: hojjicha latte - good roasted flavor. it comes unsweetened. its a well made drink Fuzzy fizz - i got this for my toddler. Its made with fresh peaches so you get real peach flavor! that means its not overly scented with the essence of peach. The drink is the perfect sweetness and just enough fizziness to make it fancy. i liked it and my kid enjoyed it alot too. Really good quality and loved that its all from scratch or at least it def tastes that way. What makes her tarts so great other than the well made creams is the crust. its the perfect about of strength to hold onto all that topping but still soft enough to break into with a fork without having to use your muscles. Most tarts have a crazy hard crust and you end up destroying the whole dessert just to break through it. The crust is perfect and even has a good flavor on its own. In short, high quality drinks and tarts. It is definitely pricey but you get high quality in return. the tarts are also quite rich but not heavy filling so its great for sharing. if you think about it you can share with another person or eat only half and its a decadent $8 dessert. One of my new fav shops for drinks in the area and love that they serve yummy desserts. The shop is also very beautiful and love the window that lets you see everything in action. read more

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Been wanting to try this place, so was fortunate some friends stood in line and brought a few tarts for us to try! Everything was delicious, even the banana cream tart (and I usually dont like banana desserts) - it was lightly banana flavored and not too sweet. Also tried tarts in other flavors: peach, passion fruit, fig -- all were so good I cant pick a favorite, just get them all! Apparently the drinKS are good too -- need to check them out! read more

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was able to try pinecone during their soft opening back in july and the tarts are just as good as they look. they ran out of the flights and the earl grey tart so we ordered the matcha strawberry and banana miso tart banana miso tart: 8/10 strong banana flavor but weak miso flavor. couldn't taste miso at all but my bf loved it strawberry matcha tart: 10/10 wow very good!! just enough strawberry where its not overpowering and matcha flavor was strong. the crust is perfect too shady monkey matcha: 9/10 solid matcha but it was not sweet at all so we had to ask for simple syrup read more

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Such a cute spot! The cafe design gives major Japanese village vibes, really aesthetically pleasing and a nice space to sit and enjoy your drink. I got the baker's vanilla latte and it hit the spot, not too sweet, with just enough flavor to still let the coffee shine through. Prices are a little on the steep side, but not unreasonable for the quality and atmosphere. We got there about 30 minutes before closing, so I didn't get a chance to try the baked goods, next time! Overall, it's a cute place with solid coffee. Nothing mind-blowing, but a pleasant experience worth checking out. read more

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**Coffee fix adventures continue... Welp, I found another favorite coffee place! I ordered the Baker's Vanilla Latte and though they do offer different coffee choices, I went with the Hologram as the cashier also thought its notes would pair better with the vanilla, and it was very smooth. Espresso was strong, but I loved it. Their standard here is Oat Milk, which is a plus for me already as well! I'm excited to try their other drinks. I also ordered the Mini Tart Flight, and omgoodness they are adorable! I think my favorites are the Banana Miso Caramel Cream Tart & Passion Mango Tart. If you like tea flavor, I think the Peach Earl Grey Tart has a slightly stronger flavor. The Figgy Jin Xuan Oolong Tart was good, but the Oolong flavor isn't as strong. The Mixed Berry Tart is a bit more of a standard tart that you might see elsewhere. All were *not too sweet*, though some are sweeter than others. Though they may seem to be on the pricier side, I do see the work they put into them. The tart crusts are all buttery and soft. Will be back to try other drinks soon! =P read more

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I enjoyed pinecone a lot! Completely changed out how Perfectly Sweet used to be, but still kept one thing: amazing desserts! My friends and I got the tart flight. Here's my ranking: 1. Passion fruit 2. ⁠Peach earl grey 3. ⁠Banana miso 4. ⁠Oolong 5. ⁠Mango sticky rice Top 3 were yummy because you can taste the flavor and can tell what you're eating. Maybe the tart flight is small that I couldn't taste the last two? Who knows. The top 3 definitely pulled more flavor in. Crust is good and crumbles so quickly when you cut it and melts in your mouth. Soooo buttery! They make it fresh alll the time! Their drinks were all good - we got Farmers Tan (refreshing), Banana Matcha (don't get it if you don't like banana), and Vanilla Latte (very good roasted coffee beans!). I will come back for the huge tart for my mom's birthday "cake"! read more

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The hype is real. This place is sooooo good. The tarts are all highly unique and not overly sweet. Great for the Asian palate. The mango sticky rice tart is highly unique in that they packed the rice and condensed milk cream into the tart, with finely sliced mangos on top. The matcha was great quality with Japan. I had the Matcha Americano, which tasted more like matcha without the coffee, probably because they had a small shot in it. The vibes are super nice from the staff too. Currently soft opening is semi-busy but the wait isn't anything too crazy when we were here the second weekend. Probably about 5 tables give or take, with a few outside, so not much seating. Much easier if you plan to grab and go. Free parking in back shared with the businesses. Highly recommend, check them out! read more

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Pinecone Bake Shop is such a welcome find for anyone who loves Asian-inspired flavors. I'm glad there's a pie shop focused on unique flavor combinations, and their menu definitely stands out. The atmosphere is modern and comfortable, with a few seats where you can relax and enjoy your tarts while watching the bakers create them in the open kitchen. The service is also impeccable, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. The mini flight is a fun way to sample the different tarts, but the smaller portions don't quite do them justice. I wouldn't spend too much time on the mini sizes--instead, go for the regular-sized tarts. The peach Earl Grey, mixed berry, passion fruit, and banana miso caramel tarts are all much better in their original size, since the extra fruit and filling allow the bakers' intentions to come through more clearly. My least favorite was the Figgy Jin Xuan Oolong tart. The flavor was so subtle that it bordered on bland, especially compared with the bolder and more distinctive options. Don't sleep on their specialty drinks, though. The Farmer's Tan, Bubbly Bonny, and Fuzzy Fizz were all perfectly refreshing, especially in hot weather. Overall, Pinecone Bake Shop is worth visiting for its creative Asian-inspired tarts, refreshing drinks, welcoming atmosphere, and excellent service. read more

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Received the tart as a gift from friend. Berries are fresh and creamy is not too sweet. The location is next to the popular yang's kitchen , so if you are done with the savory then you can head on over to next door. Overall, I will go back and check on their other flavors of tart . read more

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If you want the short answer: This place is perfectly "not too sweet" IYKYK! In a city that is full of Asian bakeries, this one manages to do something a bit different. With a focus on tarts and a menu that changes based on locally sourced ingredients, there is something special about this place. The ambiance is very cute, and has outdoorsy elements while staying very modern!! I had been wanting to try this place even before they opened and finally had the chance to visit on a Sunday morning a week after their grand opening. There was still a line of at least 20+ outside, but a kind, young staffer was passing out the day's menu and explained that there was a 3 tart limit. This threw me for a loop since I intended to get one of each, but I get it. They have been selling out of tarts by 2pm each day so far! The menu is simple; there are 5 tart varieties ($14 each) and one option to get a sampler of 5 mini tarts ($16). Originally, I planned to get 3 sets of the mini tarts but after seeing how small they really are IRL, I opted to get a mini tart sampler for my friend as a gift and the Peach Earl Grey and the Mango sticky rice tart which I shared with other friends. I had to wait another 15 minutes after ordering my tarts since they were still working on them in the back (even though they were on plates in the glass case. Turns out that was for those dining in. Luckily, I brought a book and had a chance to sit down at one of the tables that just opened up and read. Otherwise, this could've been a little annoying only because this place was packed with people waiting for their drink orders and already quite cozy to begin with. Both the Peach Earl Grey and Mango Sticky Rice tarts were delicious! The Peach Earl Grey was delicate yet so flavorful and easily exceeded my expectations. I cannot wait to get this again and consume this by myself. The Mango Sticky Rice was also yummy, but will be off menu shortly. For those curious, yes there is actual rice in this tart! I will definitely be back and look forward to trying the new tart flavors especially the banana miso caramel and passion mango (crossing my fingers they stay on the menu) and some of their coffee and matcha beverages in the future. read more

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I love tarts with Asian inspired flavors, so I was excited to check out this new spot. Stopped by around 1 PM in a Monday, on "grand opening weekend," but not crowded and not much of an opening buzz. It's a cute bake shop with parking in front and back. I tried the mini tart flight, which came in five flavors. The tarts are very small- more like bite size portions. Since I am drawn to tea-inspired flavors, my favorite was the peach earl grey followed by the fig oolong. However because the tarts were so tiny, it was difficult to fully experience the layers of each flavor. I plan to come back to try the regular size tarts and explore the drink menu. Overall, a nice addition to the Alhambra food scene. read more

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What a nice addition to Alhambra Downtown. It's nice to see the area changing throughout the year and see it develop in different ways. Anyways, very cute shop. It's got nice interior design, making it very cozy and small. I really love the oil green background/wall, as green had become one of my new favorite color. Finally, the tart, which is something I usually don't prefer in a dessert. But the Peach Earl Grey Tart was mawhhhhh. So good. And you can even get a mini flight to taste multiple offering. Great customer service as well! I didn't get coffee, but my co workers loved it. They serve counter culture if that is interesting for you! read more

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Some of the cutest tarts ever! Me and my friend decided to go visit and try some of the tarts. The wait wasn't too bad , around 30 mins in the afternoon. Staff were kind enough to let us know if and when the tarts are going to be sold out including the tote bags . They also passed down the menu which is nice. The interior is kinda small with some seating and is aesthetically pleasing. Since it was our first time, we decided to split the tart flight and the Mango Sticky Rice tart. Tart flight: 8/10 The tart flight comes in all of their tarts in mini sized. Starting with the Figgy Xuan Oolong Tart, it was a little underwhelming with an aftertaste of crust, however it would be best to retry again full size. Meanwhile the Banana Miso Caramel Cream is reminiscent of banana pudding which is really nice. The passion Mango Tart does have a nice sourness from the passion fruit yet refreshing. With Peach Earl Grey Tart , there is definitely an earl grey tea aftertaste while the peach adds a juicy sweetness. Lastly the Mango Sticky Rice tart, (talking about the full size and is in the flight) has a slight sticky rice flavor and with the mangoes in short is amazing. Not too tart nor overwhelming in rice pudding, it is the really representative of the mango sticky rice. Def will return to get all of the full sized tarts! read more

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I came here 5 mins before the bakery opens and there was already a line waiting outside. The staff person was very nice. he came out to greet us and ask us to line up in such a way that would not block the sidewalk. The interior of this bakery is very cute. There are indoor seating for people to enjoy their tarts and beverages. The tarts are all individually boxed for take out. Each customer is limited to 2 tarts (since it is only a soft opening). There were two of us, so we can purchase more than 2 tarts. It was my first time here. I tried three different tarts: (1) Banana miso caramel cream $13 (2) Peach Earl Grey tart $14 (3) Mango sticky rice tart $15 They were all delicious. I loved the banana one the best, then the Earl grey one second. I did not cared too much for the sticky rice one. Although the tarts were delicious, I thought it was very pricey. For that price I expected the tarts to be bigger. With that said, I would come back to try the other flavors read more

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Specializing in tarts, Pine Cone's just added more colors to LA dessert selection. Just like any other recently opened spots, quite a line out the door, but fortunately I got my turn in just few minutes. They did limit each person to get 2 tarts max (except for the flight), so giving a chance for more guests to give it a try. I easily went for the flight just to try all the flavors. My top ones would certainly be the earl grey and banana! They did have decent seats and comfy space for dine in. Certainly a nice dessert spot option when in the area. read more

Pinecone Bakeshop Plus Cafe - Tart flight - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alhambra, California

Delicious tarts! Pretty small space so seems like more of a grab and to go place. The tarts and drinks are delicious if you ever stop by during a non busy time. My favorite is the berry tart! read more

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Delicious seasonal fruit tarts! It feels like every week that a new exciting bakery opens up in the SGV, but Pinecone surprisingly fills a niche that I don't think any other one really occupies: tarts! We've been to Pinecone twice now, and it appears that they have about 5 rotating selections. We've tried all 5 as part of their mini tart flight, and we've tried individual ones on their own, and they are all wonderful. The quality of the ingredients definitely shines through, and I'm always impressed by how the tart is able to hold its shape. They have a nice coffee and matcha menu as well. I really respect the owner's decision to turn Pinecone into more of a "sit-down and enjoy the moment" type of cafe, rather than a working cafe. They intentionally don't have wifi for this reason, and selfishly, I also think it helps with being able to find a seat. Yes, the tarts are decently pricey, but I think they are well worth it with the uniqueness they offer. I will definitely keep coming back to try the seasonal flavors! read more

I was quite excited to see Pinecone Bakeshop Plus Cafe in downtown Alhambra, as this area really lacked a good dessert spot. It was bright and cute, and the display case was filled with beautiful-looking tarts. We tried the mini tart flight and loved everything. The reason for not giving it five stars is: 1) the space is pretty tight, and seating is very limited. Unfortunately, people will just occupy tables to chat even when they see people waiting for a table. I wish they had standing communal tables so the turnover would be a little quicker. 2) They are only open until 4 p.m., which means when we go out to dinner, this won't be a place we can stop by for dessert. This is a real bummer. read more

This is probably my first time seeing a place that specializes in tarts and with amazing flavors at that! The service was great, but still a bit of a line though since it's still around the time of their grand opening. The interior is beautiful and very nice for lovely conversation. The drinks weren't my favorite here but the tarts were delicious!! The tart flights are adorable read more

Pinecone Bakeshop Plus Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alhambra, California

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The prepackaged desserts are in a showcase and can be out of stock by 2:00 PM. I came here originally for ice cream, but found they only sell pre-made desserts. I'm not sure I like this concept, as the freshness is questionable. However, I gave it a try, as this was their grand opening weekend. The tarts were not as fruity quantity wise and the packaging was rather meager, so I felt I would give it a little time to get things right. read more

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I came here during their soft opening. All the tarts were so pretty & we got almost every flavor to try. My favorite was the banana & caramel miso and the peach earl grey. Every tart was so meticulously thought out with the flavors and layers and presentation. Worth the price. Would come back. There's a small parking lot in the back. Everyone was so friendly and there were tables and seating inside. read more

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