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    September

    4.4 (633 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    SEPTEMBER ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Quynh P.

    Where sweet meets savory * September Cafe might just be one of the cutest aesthetic cafe spots in OC right now. From the cozy decor to the bright natural lighting, every corner is literally made for Instagram pictures, study sessions, or just hanging out with friends for hours. What I love most is how big their menu is~ they have everything from matcha, coffee, smoothies, fruit teas, and so many food options to choose from, so there's honestly something for everyone. Their drinks were not only super pretty but actually refreshing and flavorful too. And you NEED to add the little ice bear on top of your drink It's only an extra $1 and honestly so worth it because it makes every drink look 10x cuter for pictures. Such a small detail but it really adds to the whole experience. The vibe here feels super welcoming and relaxing with plenty of seating and space for studying or getting work done without feeling cramped. Definitely one of those cafe spots you'll want to keep coming back to whether you're craving drinks, food, or just a cute place to spend the day

    Pandan Ice Cream
    Long T.

    Craving dessert randomly late one Tuesday night and stumbled upon this nice dessert cafe while on the area. It's a nice sized store with plenty of tables inside and some stool seating that faces out to a busy street which is always nice to watch cars drive. The vibe was very chill and mellow at the time i went, great for reading a book or bringing your laptop to study. This place offers a variety of teas, coffees, ice creams, cakes, and croffles on their menu to name a few. I went with a single scoop of their Pandan Ice Cream which costs $5.50, but you get 5% off if you pay by cash or venmo. The service was very quick and the server who brought my ice cream out to my table was friendly. The single scoop was a generous portion and it came with oreos which was a nice surprise. The flavor was right on point, not too sweet, but you can still taste the pandan in each bite. I'll have to come back next time to try their other desserts!

    The view
    Linda V.

    Came back today courtesy of management to try something different. Asked for rec on what would be less foamy and more of a dark roast, so got the Vietnamese coffee hot with condensed milk. It can be summed up as what I would call an espresso. There was a votiv of something next to it which I can only say is the same thing that could have been poured all in the same cup upon serving. All in all better than my last experience, and also had their crème brûlée. I would say these two were solid, would not order the breaded things I had last time and stick to just the coffee and crème brûlée.

    Truffle Coffee
    Millena P.

    Sundays call for brunch aaannnddd coffee dates. I've had this spot saved for a while and finally got the chance to check it out. Parking: Free parking lot. There's a small/medium parking lot. Finding a spot can be easy. Ambiance/Environment: The interior is very cute. They have a decent amount of indoor seating. There's a small den with a booth-ish seating. There are regular-height tables and chairs and shorter tables and chairs. It's a studious environment but also a nice spot to hangout. Service: The cashier that assisted me was simply efficient. Throughput was quick after ordering. We only waited about 12 min for everything. Drinks & dessert: The menu can be overwhelming. They offer small bites, desserts, milk teas, coffee, fruit teas, teas, yogurt, blended drinks, etc. Although the photos of the drinks look appealing, the presentation doesn't match. I was told they no longer offer drinks in a glass even if you're dining in. All drinks are in to-go cups. I got the Truffle Coffee, Vietnamese Black Coffee (with no sugar), and Egg Cream Toast. If you prefer your drinks strong and bitter, then the Vietnamese Black Coffee will be perfect for you. The bear on top is absolutely cute. Make sure you drink this properly - always let Vietnamese coffee sit and don't slurp it in two gulps. Hence why there's a lot of ice. The Truffle Coffee tasted exactly as it sounds .. I thought the flavors were okay, but I believe truffle should only stay with savory dishes lol. The egg cream itself was thick and creamy. I was expecting some fancy french toast along side with it, but it's literally just toasted white bread. Pricing: More on the expensive side for coffee in OC. I'd come back to try their other drinks bc they all sound appealing. I wouldn't get the egg cream toast again.

    Matcha Latte
    Wendy V.

    This spot is so adorable! The service was great and she was sweet to help us out. All the desserts were great and not too sweet! I absolutely love this place and will be back soon!

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    Fiona T.

    "Where sweet meets savory" Totally love this Asian fusion café's concept! Not only is it stylish, but it also has a creative and satisfying menu. First, these drinks with this cutest bear on top Melt our ladies' heart Ube cream toast and cakes are must dessert order Also have great appetizer such as beef potstickers Then The udon with shrimp makes you totally full and Beef spaghetti! Family love! IG: socalhkfoodies

    Hot coffee
    Nick N.

    Came here with my dad for some coffee after lunch on his recommendation. Now my dad is very hard to please when it comes to food and drink - particularly Vietnamese coffee. He spoke very highly of this place which is all but a guaranty of quality. Sure enough, I was very satisfied with the coffee, it's on the stronger side which is perfect to me. I had iced while he had the hot. We were helped by Alisha who was very friendly. Very cozy, classic coffee shop vibe. Pay with cash / zelle / venmo for 5% off! Also free wifi so come here and enjoy some good coffee and desserts to relax or do some work.

    cherry blossom matcha, mango yakult, Tiramisu Coffee, all 3 breadsticks, garlic cream cheese croissant, various cakes
    Bethany L.

    September is an adorable cafe with plenty of seating and sweet/savory food options for studying or catching up with friends! The desserts are both made in house, and I'm normally picky about desserts but theirs are light, airy, and not too sweet which I loved. The individual decor on the drinks were the perfect cherry on top. we got their matcha cherry blossom (not too floral), tiramisu coffee (coffee base + cream top) and mango yakult (so refreshing/slightly carbonated). For foods we chose finger foods like the precut cream cheese garlic croissant and bread sticks (ham, cheese, pork belly!) with a crispy exterior. Favorites were the desserts!! I loved the berry choco mousse and passion cheesecake. We also got the oreo and tiramisu bunny since there's a buy 3 get 1 free promo! overall the price is amazing considering everythings made in house, and the staff are so sweet and attentive.

    Jennifer C.

    Such a cute spot for handcrafted drinks and desserts. We came here after dinner for ice cream, and it was so full! The decor is beautiful and a great place for doing some work or hang out with friends. And their And the lady we serviced us was very sweet.

    oreo cheesecake, berry mousse
    Alberto R.

    when I say every corner in this place is aesthetic I am not lying. Me and my fiance decided to stop by on a lil lunch date. Service was very nice and friendly, and there was lots of seating room inside. Menu was big with very aesthetically pleasing drinks. We got a biscoff latte and an iced matcha. The drinks came with these cute bear shaped ice cubes on top. we got a sampler platter w/ beef spaghetti, quail eggs, shrimp udon, bulgogi salad & garlic cheese bread & these cute hamster cheesecakes/mousse. Overall I definitely recommend this spot out for a date/study session.

    Left Mango Passion Tea  Right Peach Black Tea  Middle Oreo Cheesecake Animal
    Helen L.

    Lady at the front was welcoming and kind. Came on a Monday so the shop was quiet and cooling. Has a couple of outlets just in case you need a place to study with WiFi printed on your receipt. Had to get the cute jelly animals for fun! Both the drinks and the treat was yummy and will come by with other people in the future!

    Mango cream croffle
    Dee H.

    Found this dessert place at the corner of Bolsa & Hazard that has a wide selections of drinks & some small eateries. Their desserts are decent with an interesting presentation..like their bathtub display holding an Ube dipping sauce to go with their toast. Their croffles (croissant waffles) are a bit on the dry side. But, good thing their desserts are not overly sweet! Overall service is warm. And the place is welcoming with a modern touch. Good place to hang for those with a sweet tooth!

    Stephanie N.

    Wow, the two drinks I got were so delicious that I wrote a review right away. I originally just ordered the Tornado Biscoff Latte to go, but they accidentally gave me a watermelon lychee tea too. My husband let them know it was a mistake, but they let us keep it. The Biscoff latte is strong, just how I like my coffee -- not too sweet -- and you can really taste the Biscoff in it. Every sip had yummy chunks of Biscoff. The watermelon lychee tea was also so refreshing and delicious. I would probably ask for it less sweet next time, but the flavor is perfect and captures the fruit flavors beautifully. The service was great, and the ambience is beautiful. There are great photo ops -- some ladies were even taking pictures with the décor.

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    Adorable café with a great drink selection. When we visited on a weekday, it was quiet which was perfect for us to relax and enjoy our time.

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    Ask the Community - September

    Do they have plugs for laptops?

    Yes, there are charging stations in the walls. Please ask for assistance if you need help locating.

    Do you guys offer an alternative for milk, so instead of whole milk, can we replace it with oat milk?

    Yes they offer oat milk, almond milk and soy milk for alternative

    Is this place dine in only or is to-go available?

    Both, dine in and to-go

    Do they accept cash?

    Yes they do!

    Does the place still sells the "ice cream hotpot" if so, how much is it? Because I can't seem to find it on your menu here

    I went 23 days ago (and left a review) and they still had it then! It was about $30, I believe.

    Do you use any peanuts/peanut products in your drinks/food?

    We are a peanut free cafe. However we do have almond, so almond was processed in the same facility as peanut.

    Good place for studying? Any plugs?

    There's a lot of seating that would be great for studying but there are not many outlets.

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    Nep Cafe - Crispy Pork Belly Wraps

    Nep Cafe

    4.5(4.8k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    Went here for a brunch date with a friend and everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! My…read morego-to dishes are the seafood ceviche and the seafood tom kha pasta -- both have the perfect spicy kick and so much flavor. The calamari was also a standout: light, crispy, and perfectly seasoned. One thing I really love about this place is that they serve lunch-style dishes during brunch hours, so it's a great spot if you're craving something savory and flavorful early in the morning instead of the usual breakfast options. The food came out fresh, the flavors were bold, and the overall experience was fantastic. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to!

    This Nep location is gorgeous! I love the high ceilings, all the greenery and natural wood…read more We ordered the seafood ceviche. This was phenomenal! Loved this Thai twist to this dish and the Asian chips. Iconic. Loved the pork belly rice dish! So good with the pickled carrot/radish, fish sauce, mint greens for the perfect bite. Skin was super crispy. Shrimp Garlic noodles were good. Broccolini was cooked perfectly and seasoned to perfection. The whole pieces of garlic were yummmm. The pandan dessert we tried was also delicious. Cleaned my bowl. Service was excellent. Staff were happy to take a pic for us. Thank you Nep! **They don't have oat milk coffee options. That's a bummer for me. Would like to see that so a non dairy girl can have a coffee.

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    CIR Lounge - Hamachi crudo

    CIR Lounge

    4.4(402 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$$

    very upscale, with dark, moody lighting and subtle Asian touches in the decor. The house music…read moregives it a club-like energy while still maintaining a romantic vibe, making it a great spot for a date or a special night out. Service was impeccable, especially considering there were only two servers working during our visit. Caviar Cones - 9/10: Greatbalance of sweet, salty, and slightly spicy flavors. The use of an actual waffle cone for caviar was a creative twist. Uni and Unagi Chawanmushi - 8/10: Silky and super umami. Potato Korokke - 7/10: Crispy on the outside with a mash potato-esque interior. Came with two dipping sauces, a truffle ranch and a curry sauce. Both flavourful but a little thin. Wagyu Steak - 9/10: Perfectly cooked slices of A5 wagyu. Every element on the plate complemented the steak beautifully, and the presentation was stunning. Miso Cake - 7.5/10: The cake itself was slightly spongey for my taste, but the tableside presentation with the flames was a fun touch. Paired nicely with vanilla ice cream and banana.

    Came to CIR Lounge for a quick date night with my spouse, definitely more of a vibe spot…read more Started with the caviar, which was solid. Pork buns were good too, just a little on the fatty side but still flavorful. The truffle seafood fried rice had a good amount of seafood, just wish the truffle came through a bit more. Old fashioned was well done. Atmosphere is nice, dim and loungey, but music can get pretty loud. Not necessary when there are only 8 people in the establishment. Service was quick and everything came out fast. Overall, good for a night out or drinks with some bites. Not perfect, but I'd come back.

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    District 36 Diner - shrimp cerviche

    District 36 Diner

    4.6(139 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    District 36 is a Vietnamese American diner serving up some classics with their own flare. This spot…read moreis located in a plaza with a good amount of parking spots. Inside, they have a modern meets retro interior with a solid amount of seating. Wifey and I stopped by with the fam for brunch and were seated right away. For their menu, they have a good amount of options to choose from. I ended up getting the Five Spice Chicken Fried Steak and wifey for the Street Grilled Rice Plate. Everything that we had was delicious! All of the staff here, including the owners, are very friendly and welcoming. Definitely stop by to check them out if you are ever in the area!

    Valentine's Day...we're not into the overpriced cards and forced romance routine. But I do know…read morewhat my wife wants: a legit breakfast burrito. She's picky. Tried basically every spot in OC. The only one she loved is a little far out called LJ's, so I decided to gamble on District 36. I met the owners when they first opened, good people who know what they are doing. The next gen trailblazing the way for Little Saigon. Saw they added a breakfast burrito, so I called in a to-go order: sausage + bacon + avocado (Valentine's Day splurge ). Gamble paid off. She loved it. This isn't just another bacon-egg-cheese wrap pretending to be special. They use tater tots instead of regular potatoes, so you get crispy + soft instead of mush. The sausage is the real twist, Vietnamese style, like bún chả pork: slightly sweet, savory, garlicky, lightly caramelized. Then the surprise: pickled veggies inside. That acidity cuts the richness and balances the whole burrito so it eats lighter than a typical gut-bomb breakfast burrito. It ends up tasting like a true Viet-American diner take on a SoCal classic, comforting but aromatic, familiar and sooo goood. Nice to finally have a worthy breakfast burrito option closer to home.

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