Absolutely love cafe oaxaca. Everyone is super nice. The food oh My GOsh.... It's delicious!…read more I go for the classic milanesa torta!!! Ambiance is cozy ;)

I paid $3.50 & waited 5 minutes for what turned out to be an instant coffee. I thought i was…read moregetting a brewed coffee. How are you going to run a coffee shop without brewing coffee?

BD says it's the best Vietnamese coffee in South Bay Area. He drinks Vietnamese coffee (black and…read morecafe sua da) everyday and he thinks MAI coffee does it the most authentic and delicious. Gotta try their other drinks here too! But a lil pricey maybe?

I've been going to MAI coffee for the past couple of months, and I've been able to try out their…read morevariety of options. I'm not a fan of coffee so I'm always deciding between their mochi, fresh fruit, or iced teas etc. My go-to drinks are the Yuzu Citrus No. 8 and Jasmine Frost Iced Tea (less sweet for both options). The Yuzu Citrus has the perfect amount of tang with a slight sweetness that cuts through the acidity. The tea flavor manages to shine through the fruitiness, and overall the flavors pair well with one another. The Jasmine Frost Iced Tea is very aromatic and brewed to really highlight the Jasmine. My boyfriend normally gets the mochi mango which has soft chunks of mochi mixed, and tart/sweet mango puree. I appreciate how the smoothie is never icy, and has a creamy texture. There are plenty of seating options for people, whether it's socializing or studying. It gets pretty busy and wait-times can vary greatly; I would recommend ordering ahead of time. The staff members are friendly and helpful. The only issue I have with the spot is that the drinks do tend to be on the more expensive side, with drinks ranging from $7-9. The matcha drinks are also not the highest quality, and often the matcha tastes quite diluted. Overall a solid spot!

There's a lot I want to say about this spot but I'm a try and keep it short lol…read more My first time visiting was this past Sunday, May 31st. I had my whole day planned out with a list of events to attend but first I wanted to stop by Patria and grab some coffee to start my morning off. Located in a parking lot next to Wilson Park on Compton Blvd and Alameda Street you'll find this nice cut lawn in front of this small white building, Patria Coffee Roaster. Depending on your time of arrival, the parking lot can be full but it's cool cuz there's also street parking available. I was able to park in the lot. After walking in I was welcomed and greeted with positive energy from 2 young ladies who I forgot their names but we'll just call them "A" and "C" lol. A guy to my right was sitting next to the window working on his laptop. And two others against the wall sipping their coffees and doing whatever on their phones. A customer was at the register ordering while another customer walked in to stand in line behind me. I let her go in front of me while I took pics and recorded footage. I like the atmosphere and space a lot. It has a very nice decor. Artwork, pictures and murals with history displayed along the walls. Grab and cold drinks available for purchase. Nice music playing that wasn't too loud but just right to complement a chill coffee shop vibe. "A" was friendly and patient as shared with her this was my first visit. As I browsed thru the coffee menu before making my selection I noticed more costumes coming in. I ordered a medium sized Americano which is $3.75 but I requested to add some hazelnut creamer as well as some almond milk which totaled out to $4.75 which was quite exceptional to me. Giving the location, the quality of service and the quality of the coffee. Not to mention to overall experience. I even thru in a $1 tip. I support the business and love the space. It feels welcoming and safe. The restroom was clean. They also have many different events held there. If you're ever in the area definitely pull up and check em' out. It's black owned as well. I actually ended up sitting there in the lot sipping my coffee while working on my video to post on social media. The coffee was good and tasteful. Didn't need any sugar. Great vibes and great coffee. You can even go the park right next door and get your steps in or just chill. I definitely recommend coming here. If you're passing thru the area or coming to the city, do yourself a favor and pull up. Check em' out. Grab you a coffee or something. Prices are reasonable and the community is welcoming to all individuals.

While driving home, we noticed this coffee shop and I'm so happy we decided to stop by!…read more Coffee 8/10 We ordered an iced cafe de olla and a quad Ibarra mex mocha. Both were soo flavorful. I will say, the cafe de olla is very spice forward. I taste a lot of cloves and star anise. A bit different than others I've had but I really liked it. The mex mocha was smooth and rich. I did see that their slushies are highly rated and now that it's getting hot, we'll def be back to try them! Food 10/10 They don't have food items on their menu but there are baked goods! We ordered a cream croissant looking muffin and a chocolate chip cookie. Both were warmed up and were absolutely delicious. Vibes/Ambiance : 10/10 We came on a Friday morning and it wasn't too busy. There were people working there as they have free wifi and outlets. The decor and vibe is cute! They have art on the walls, pictures, plants, community flyers/events, and statements that make you feel safe and at home. The staff is so friendly and welcoming too! There is a little parking lot right next to the shop and we didn't find it hard to find a spot. There is a park next door so I can imagine on the weekends, parking might be a bit tricker. Loved that we found a local gem like Patria and will def be back!

Really yummy drinks, especially if you prefer them sweet. The owner was so sweet too :)read more

Fast, minimal, tasty, affordable coffee stand on the sidewalk. When I went it was right next to a…read moretaco truck.

The breakfast was amazing and the coffee was also amazing ! Glad we found this little gem right…read morearound the corner

Upon walking in, I did not get greeted and only one patron was sitting down. I did not get…read moreacknowledged until the barista was finally done making a latte and removing a warm croissant from the oven. I got an Azteca for $7, which is not worth the price; it is a small size. I also got a carrot muffin cake and asked for it warm, but the croissant I asked for it to be not warm as I will be enjoying it later and it was still toasted and warm. Unfortunately, They misspelled my name as Colbin when it should be KoOlBeAnZ. The seats need wiping. Overall, I will not be back. I was recommended this establishment through a coworker. The Azteca is 4/5 but not worth $7 more like $5.50.. I even tipped her to let her know I was yelping and still I was unsatisfied with the customer service.

I have been going to this place since it started and I feel very welcomed in this place. The…read morecustomer service is so nice and all the employees are very kind. And the food and drinks are incredible. Their mole poblanos are so addicting and their lattes are amazing! I highly recommend to anyone who wants a comforting taste!

Delicious food! My brother got a mole burrito and it taste just like home and will ask for it next…read moretime I go :) their drinks was also very good! Services was very kind and helpful since the beginning. They even gave me French toast after it was past their breakfast time The place was very nice and looked very welcoming! Love it!!!

Outstanding housemade vanilla with oat milk ! 5/5…read more Dulce de leche with oat milk is amazing ! 5/5 Strawberry milk for kids drink terrific! 5/5 Strawberry matcha latte is so good ! 5/5 Cold brew latte 5/5 Great customer service, very friendly, welcoming and positive. Restrooms available Parking spaces available in lot Great design , nice and clean Clean environment, very neat , well organized. Definitely recommended Friends and family Will be back soon .

I only wish they made larger drink sizes (especially when it's hot). The Vienna latte (with oat…read moremilk) on ice is usually my order. It's delicious, and I love to drink through the cream on top before later swirling it a bit. The matcha ginger date scone is the best scone I've ever had in my life. I'm not usually a scone person. Perfect amount of sweetness and balance. It's good to split with someone, and don't forget to get it heated up. When I'm feeling matcha, I get the Vienna matcha (with oat milk). It's really good. This place can get busy, so order ahead online if you don't want to miss out on treats. And don't forget your jacket. It's cold inside, as they need to cool the place for their espresso machine (or so I was told). They've changed up the chairs a bit to improve the ambiance, but it's more of a spot to grab a drink and go than hang out. My fav coffee shop in Gardena.

As you may have read in other reviews, El Sereno Greengrocer features different coffee pop-ups at…read moreits location, and I them for that as it provides us the opportunity to explore different vendors we may not otherwise come in contact with. For May, TLC Coffee Co. was featured. This vendor had a cute setup and it was a sweet duo of mom and daughter. Ya'll already know lavender drinks are my thing of the moment so I had the iced honey lavender latte. I could not taste any honey but the lavender syrup, which is homemade, was good. The coffee beans, however, just didn't come through on this drink though, hence the three . So, for me it was just another latte lacking that sparkle I look for in my coffee. Glad I got the chance to try this vendor but I wouldn't seek them out at further events.

The Honey lavender latte is delicious with oat milk The ladies are delightful and very kind. The…read moresand is always decorated like a simple but elegant coffee stand. Beautiful!