Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Sana'a Cafe

    4.6 (350 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

    Order Sana'a Cafe Takeout or Delivery

    Sana'a Cafe Photos

    Business Info

    SANA'A CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Sana'a Cafe

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Adani Chai (small), Lemon Ginger refresher, Baklava W Pistachio
    Divya J.

    Lovely cafe with a great list of beverages and baked goods. The adeni chai is delicious. The portion size was massive - even for a small. Appropriately priced. The ginger lemon refresher was good - weak in the ginger flavor though. Their pistachio baklava was very good, but a bit dry - got the small square one. A little overpriced for the size ($3.5). Friendly staff and tastefully done decor. Good place to work from. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Power outlets indoors. Free WiFi.

    Comfy seating
    Morgan K.

    Such a cool and unique cafe. Came at night for some dessert and it was still bustling. Love that they have different seating areas including comfy sofa like benches. You could definitely find a spot to read/study or come with a group of friends. The cheesecake was delicious and paired nicely with the ardeni chai. They have a big selection of coffees and desserts which all looked delicious. Definitely recommend!

    Iced Pistachio Lattes, beef shwarma (rolls) and beef with cheese (flat triangle)
    Lina A.

    Service check! Food check! Ambiance check! Drinks check, check, check!!! Consistently delicious. No matter what I choose to eat or drink..... this girl always walks away happy!!! Favorites Iced Pistachio Latte, Biscoff milk cake, Pistachio milk cake and bread with honey. This little shop is charming. One of my top 20 businesses in OC.

    Niloufar G.

    We are looking for a nearby coffee place and this showed up as the closest place and we checked it out! Love the ambience and the vibes inside! The staff is super friendly and fun! My husband ordered a flavored latte and loved it! I really wanted to try a tea, but I was so full from dinner and definitely wanna come back What I love most of this place is open very late, which is very rare for the area. So it's nice to find a place as open past 9 PM that you can just hang out have a nice pastry or coffee or tea.

    Pistachio Latte
    Brigitte M.

    Pastries are amazing! Ordered the pistachio latte and jalapeño honeycomb this morning and was pretty happy. Strong pistachio flavor to the latte, almost like they added a pistachio butter in. Was a bit sweet, but flavors were good. The jalapeño honeycomb bread was great. Good balance of spice from the jalapeño with the cream cheese, then a bit of sweetness from the honey drizzle. Didn't eat in, so can't speak to the service or ambiance, but would try their pastries again.

    Natasha R.

    Finally made it here after countless recommendations, and it totally lived up to the hype. The vibes are immaculate--bright, uplifting, and welcoming. Service was fast and top-notch, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. We ordered the chicken musakhan, potato fatayer, pistachio baklava, and adeni chai. While the food was ok, the overall experience and atmosphere really stole the show. So excited to see so many new halal cafés opening up--this one is definitely worth checking out!

    Howie C.

    Amazing coffees, haven't tried the pastries yet! Post lunch, we stopped by for an afternoon pick-me-up. Sana'a Cafe has tempting baked goods, Arabic and Yemeni coffees and espressos and flavored lattes. Arabic Light Roast - This was light, not what I'd typically expect from coffee because it doesn't have any of that chocolatey feel, it's really bright and light in texture and leaves you with a clean, mind clarifying feel. It looks like a "clear" coffee if there is such a thing. It's a good drink, probably not the flavor profile I'd reach for but I can see why people would get this. Mofawar (Medium Roast w/ Cardamom and Cream) - This one had some grittiness to the texture and just a touch of cream to smooth out the strong coffee. I really liked this one and would drink it with or without sugar. My friend got this so I just got a taste, but I will be getting this next time. Pistachio Latte - This was milky smooth with good pistachio taste. Easy drinking, not overly sweet (you can add more sugar if you want). I'd get it again. Sana'a also has Refresher drinks (Mango Passionfruit, Kiwi Dragon Fruit, Mango Watermelon, Mojioto, Strawberry Lemonade, etc.), Smoothies, hot tea and cakes and pastries. They make your coffee fresh as you can see them pouring your cup out of just heated small metal pots. Their hot coffees are served steaming hot so give them a few minutes to cool down before you start sipping. They have a number of seats so you can sit and hang out with your friends and have a talk. There is plenty of parking in the plaza. I will be back to try some other drinks!

    Miguel M.

    Stopped by Sana'a Cafe and it ended up being one of those dessert spots you immediately want to come back to. We kept it simple and tried a few of their desserts and a drink: pistachio cheesecake, saffron milk cake, rose milk cake, and an iced pistachio latte. Every single item hit. The pistachio cheesecake was rich without being too heavy, with a really smooth texture. The saffron milk cake had a delicate, aromatic sweetness that didn't feel overpowering, and the rose milk cake had a subtle floral flavor that was done really well--not artificial or too strong. The iced pistachio latte tied everything together perfectly. Creamy, slightly nutty, and refreshing without being overly sweet. Honestly, everything we tried was a 10/10. If you're into unique flavors and well-executed desserts, this spot is absolutely worth the drive.

    Char G.

    I've been meaning to try this spot and I'm so happy we finally visited. I hear Sanaa is huge in Beverly Hills and for good reason! The pastries display is so tempting and everything we ordered was so good and not too sweet- much appreciated. The pistachio cheesecake was heavenly- smooth, creamy, just enough sweetness and the crust was perfect. I love the rose petals on top and pistachio bits in it as well. The baklava was just as expected- sweet and delicious with a perfectly crispy and flaky exterior. We also ordered the spinach pastry, and that was my favorite one actually. You'll have to try it. Lots of spinach and had a nice flavor. I also tried their honey lavender latte and it was also good. I'd definitely revisit in the future and recommend stopping in if you're in the area.

    Christina M.

    I absolutely love how authentic this place is. From the decor to the menu to the music playing. Its a whole experience! The drinks were delicious and the Staff was very friendly. I will be back to try some of the amazing looking treats they offer.

    Honey comb bread- yum
    Sadaf A.

    Always a good experience. You see people of all ages, big and small families, groups whether it's to take a break, work, study or just catch up with each other. Lovely hospitality every single time. Thank you for always welcoming us. O

    Biscoff milk cake
    Faz K.

    This will be short and sweet. Things i liked: - They have a nice, large outdoor seating area. - Adheni Chai was solid -Biscoff milk cake was spectacular! Things i did not like; just one, inside is kind of crampy but it's an odd shaped retail footprint so they're making lemonade. Lots of parking, decent location and open late. Great establishment!

    Mofawar
    Kiran V.

    Had a delicious Mofawar coffee here for an afternoon pick me up. There are lots of traditional Yemeni specialties in addition to your standard coffee shop options as well. I also picked up a couple of milk cakes as well, a tiramisu and a Biscoff! The servers were knowledgeable and there was ample space for large groups too.

    Adani Chai

    See all

    28 days ago

    Not open at 6 o'clock like they say. We were there Saturday morning at 6:30, and no one was there.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 hours ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Howie C.
    1153
    910
    5966

    5 months ago

    Helpful 10
    Thanks 1
    Love this 7
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Miguel M.
    369
    45
    52

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    27 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of patty a.
    58
    17
    130

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of C Z.
    0
    107
    47

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Elle C.
    91
    1006
    2295

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kory W.
    236
    57
    23

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tony J.
    190
    648
    2492

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 1

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Sarah B.
    406
    498
    390

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of M W.
    0
    15
    5

    29 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 9

    Sana'a Cafe Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Sana'a Cafe

    Hi, is the food zabihah halal?

    Yes. But slow service if you want items warm.

    Do you have Dubia chocolate?

    Not this week hopefully next week stay turned on Instagram. We update everything.

    Do you charge extra for oat milk?

    Yes, there is a charge for all alternatives

    Hi, is there free wifi?

    Absolutely free WiFi

    View All 7 Questions

    You might also consider

    Sabr Coffee House - Matcha Einspämnner

    Sabr Coffee House

    4.2(109 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    My friend and I were doing a San Diego roundtrip and knew we needed to caffeinate. She had heard…read moreabout Sabr, so we decided to do a pitstop on the way. We came in on a Saturday morning around 10AM, and the whole cafeteria area was essentially empty - other than 3 tables. This would be a GREAT place to study or do some productive work! I ordered the CTM - Cinnamon Toast Matcha. It was DELICIOUS! Who knew how complimentary cinnamon toast crunch would be matcha. I also decided to try the zatar cheese danish which was a different flavor from what I've had, but was so tasty! It's a little pricy, but not more than the cost of other cafes. If I lived in the area or was back in the area again, I would definitely stop in and try other drinks and pastries! What a hidden local gem!

    My friend and I were dropping off my partner at a local pickleball spot and were craving matcha, so…read morewe came across Sabr Cafe! We honestly didn't realize it was tucked inside a religious/community center. There were a lot of people studying there, and the space itself was really open and spacious. We were afraid that we were being too loud so I don't recommend this place to hang out unless you're studying or doing work. We also liked that there was a restaurant next to Sabr, so we ended up getting a quesadilla that was HUGE and was yummy treat to go with our drinks. For matcha, I got the einspanner and my friend got the Cinnamon Toast Matcha. I really enjoyed the einspanner matcha! It was smooth and definitely hit the spot. My only mistake was drinking it around 2 PM because I literally could not sleep the rest of the night haha. Overall, good drinks and a chill place to study. Will definitely come back again and try their other drinks next time!

    Photos
    Sabr Coffee House - Mango matcha x einspanner latte

    Mango matcha x einspanner latte

    Sabr Coffee House - Inside seating

    Inside seating

    Sabr Coffee House - Inside seating

    See all

    Inside seating

    Brio Brio Bakery & Café

    Brio Brio Bakery & Café

    4.5(846 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Women-owned & operated

    I recently visited Brio Brio and had a solid experience overall. I tried the Pork Sandwich and the…read moreTamago Sandwich, and both were delicious. The side salad that accompanied the plates was a fresh, tasty touch that I really enjoyed. For my drink, I went with a Matcha with oat milk--while you can't control the sweetness level here, it was still a very enjoyable cup. There is indoor and outdoor seating - we sat outside and enjoyed the greenery. That being said, there were two specific areas where I think they could improve, especially given the premium price point ($18 for the Tamago and $15 for the Pork): * The "Soft" Boiled Egg: The Tamago sandwich is supposed to feature a soft-boiled egg, but mine was definitely hard-boiled. It was a bit of a miss on the execution for an $18 sandwich. * Service Timing: The Pork sandwich arrived well before the Tamago. Since the Pork is a warm sandwich, I had to choose between eating ahead of my party or letting the food get cold while waiting 5 minutes for the second plate. It would be great to see better coordination so all mains arrive together. Bottom line: The flavors are definitely there and the quality is high. I'd certainly come back to try more of the menu, though perhaps as an occasional treat rather than a regular spot.

    Why do you advertise that you close at 6 PM if you stop serving food at 5 PM? I came specifically…read morefor an egg sandwich, the place was completely empty, and they still refused service because the kitchen was apparently already closed. None of this is posted online, so it was a complete waste of a trip. There were also basically no pastries left, so don't expect the selection shown online or on social media to actually be available. The employees were completely unapologetic and acted like it was normal. It honestly feels like this place relies more on hype and social media than actual customer service or consistency. Definitely not worth the hype.

    Photos
    Brio Brio Bakery & Café
    Brio Brio Bakery & Café
    Brio Brio Bakery & Café - Hojicha Yuzu Lemonade, Matcha Strwaberry Latte, Matcha Yuzu Lemonade, Hojicha Strawberry Latte

    See all

    Hojicha Yuzu Lemonade, Matcha Strwaberry Latte, Matcha Yuzu Lemonade, Hojicha Strawberry Latte

    Milk & Honey - Coffee cup with plant in the background

    Milk & Honey

    3.9(277 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    My friend and I had just finished the West Ridge hike and were looking for somewhere nearby to grab…read morea coffee and sit for a bit to catch up. I found Milk & Honey Café on Yelp and it looked cute, so we decided to check it out. It's tucked into a shopping plaza but has such a charming little café vibe when you walk in. The service was quick and super friendly, which is always appreciated when you're fresh off a hike and just want caffeine ASAP. We both ordered iced Americanos and they were honestly perfectly smooth, strong, and exactly what we needed. While we were there it started getting pretty busy with people coming in for coffee and grabbing food, which is always a good sign. We overheard a few people talking about how good the food is, so now I'm definitely curious and will have to come back to try something off the menu. Overall it was a great little post-hike stop. Good coffee, great energy, and a cute spot to hang for a bit. We'll definitely be back.

    Came here with my family close to 10pm since it was one of the few places open late. The atmosphere…read morewas great--calm, cozy, and filled with students studying, which made it a nice spot to unwind. Service was friendly, especially considering there was only one person working. They were doing their best, but because of that, our food took quite a while to come out. My husband ordered the ube boba, but unfortunately it wasn't drinkable--the boba was very mushy. We didn't send it back, but it was disappointing. On the bright side, I did enjoy my parfait--it was fresh and really good. Overall, I'd consider coming back, but probably earlier in the day. Solid spot with a great vibe, just needs a little consistency.

    Photos
    Milk & Honey - Counter area

    Counter area

    Milk & Honey - Cute euro style cafe. Very friendly staff:)

    Cute euro style cafe. Very friendly staff:)

    Milk & Honey

    See all

    Nosh - Karak chai and Cream Rolls

    Nosh

    4.7(18 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    This place is truly a hidden gem. It's very cozy, quiet, and relaxing -- perfect if you're looking…read moreto unwind, enjoy your time, and have a peaceful, enjoyable hour away from the noise. The atmosphere is extremely stylish and elegant, with great attention to detail that makes you feel comfortable the moment you walk in. The owner is incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely friendly, which honestly makes the experience even better. You can really feel the positive energy and care put into creating this place. The menu is excellent with a great variety of options -- delicious food, quality hookah, and overall very well thought out. It's the perfect spot to relax, enjoy good vibes, and spend quality time with friends. I highly recommend everyone to come support this place and experience it for themselves. Huge thanks to the owner for being so social, warm-hearted, and for creating such a wonderful space for us. I will definitely be coming back!

    Do not recommend, 1st time to visit the place , ordered a hookah and it did not taste good ,…read morepolitely asked the server to change the head as it taste as mixed flavors, the server started arguing as this what we have and you are not tasting right. Also asked him to later the volume down a bit , we have a table of 5 and we don't hear each other because the volume is to loud. The server was so rude in replying and handle situation. No wonder that on Friday night and the place is empty.

    Photos
    Nosh - Hookah and food quesadilla and chicken

    Hookah and food quesadilla and chicken

    Nosh - Beautiful vibes, reminds me of a very fancy backyard

    Beautiful vibes, reminds me of a very fancy backyard

    Nosh - Nosh mix 10/10

    See all

    Nosh mix 10/10

    Sana'a Cafe - coffee - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...