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    Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab

    4.3 (478 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes, Coffee & Tea
    Open • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago
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    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Smokin' Spaniard / 스페인 라떼
    Zakia W.

    Stopped by Smoking Tiger on a Sunday morning and loved the vibe. A few people working on their laptops, but it still felt relaxed and welcoming. I wasn't sure what to order, so I asked the cashier for a recommendation and ended up getting the Smoking Spaniard. It was absolutely delicious! Everything was perfectly balanced not too sweet and not too coffee-forward. I would definitely come back again!

    Karen T.

    Stopped by this Korean specialty coffee cafe chain to grab some drinks. Although a bit on the pricey side, the lattes do have a nice, smooth texture that I enjoyed. Their menu has some unique drinks like Banana Milk latte and Sweet Corn latte, as well as more traditional drinks and seasonal drinks. There is also a unique assortment of baked goods and branded merchandise for sale. This is not like your typical coffee shop or bakery. It feels very modern, lively, and trendy. The shop itself is quite small with limited tables and seating inside. It shares a big parking lot with some other businesses.

    Baked Goods
    Mindy Z.

    02/14/26 Saturday Got the corn latte again, but this time I chose to upsize. The corn flavor wasn't quite as strong and tbh it became pretty bland after the ice melted, but still enjoyable overall before the ice melted. Cappuccino bean taste interesting. I got the true medium roast. It was a little acidic/sour. Busy on Valentine's Day, especially since their space is small. They have napkins and sugar + creamer + stir sticks on the side. It can be hard to miss with folks waiting on the side for drinks. Hard to mix my corn drink because the stir stick is kinda short. Plenty of parking outside but it's a busy plaza so it does fill up sometimes.

    Sweet Corn Latte
    Ichika G.

    Simply yummy coffee. I love their Sweet corn latte!!! Plenty of parking. Quick service, nice and clean interior!

    Jeju Matcha Latte & Hojicha Latte
    April V.

    Came on Tuesday, got a matcha latte & hojicha latte It was decent but I wouldn't come back for it. The hojicha tastes like a toasted milk tea & the matcha was okay. To change the milk is $1 charge which seems a bit high. The service was quick & nice. I would come back to try the coffee

    Spanish latte and smores biscoff cookie
    Will M.

    Updated review. It's been a minute since I last stopped by, but came in the other morning and it reminded me why I like this spot. I got a large sweet corn latte and it was perfect. The corn actually pairs really well with the espresso and gives it a unique flavor that just works. I also grabbed a ham and cheese croissant and it was pretty tasty. They add a hash brown inside which I've honestly never seen anywhere else, but it works and makes it more filling. It does get pretty busy in the mornings though, so plan accordingly or you might end up running late for work. Still a solid spot and I'll definitely keep coming back.

    Jenny C.

    I got a smoking Spaniard latter with oat milk (4/5) and it was creamy, cinnamony, and sweet. The coffee was not too strong and very balanced. The store was small and had a few tables inside. The service was fast and the barista was knowledgeable about the different drinks. Outside there is a big parking lot where you can park at.

    Ray M.

    Discovered this trendy coffee shop while we were shopping for groceries next door. What caught my attention was how many people were in line to place their orders. Obviously, my curiosity got the better of me, and I waited in line to place an order for a banana milk latte (which I did not like one bit) and a small 4-pack of strawberry Dubai chocolate-like cookies (DELICIOUS!!). There are many items listed on the menu that I would love to try on future visits. The vibe here is fun and relaxing, and prices are very reasonable. Parking in this huge shopping center can be a challenge, especially on weekends.

    Honey butter croissant
    Quoc H.

    Parking: Large free parking plaza. Still quite packed. Interior: Very few seats/tables for small groups only. Wait Time: Ordered online and it was ready when I arrived. The line looked like about 3-5 groups on a weekend afternoon. Items Order: 5/10 Black sesame hojicha $6.50 - Neither black sesame nor hojicha flavor was strong nor good. This was a horrible drink to try. 9/10 Black Forest $6.50 - black sesame was STRONG and yummy. Super creamy and the coffee blended well with the sesame. No option to upgrade to a large. This isn't even regular size, they downsize this drink by default so it's a small LOL smh scammed. 7/10 Smoking Spaniard $7L - Meh coffee, i would not get again 7/10 Tiger Latte $7.25L - same as above 8/10 Corn Latte $7.5L - corn flavor was on the medium to strong side which was good. also natural and not artificial flavor. 8/10 Honey Butter Half Croissant $4.25 - this was HALF a croissant so quite small. honey butter glaze was good but pastry was soft. recommend air frying at home.

    Neelu Y.

    Smoking Tiger is one of my favorite coffee shops to visit when I'm in town. All of their locations are consistently delicious. I recently tried their seasonal Honey Bori (barley) Latte and loved it. You really can't go wrong with any or their offerings. I also love buying their beans as gifts!

    Sesame Chewy Cookie and Banana Milk Latte and Bori Latte
    Annie W.

    Amazing Asian inspired flavors with high quality coffee and desserts. We went at around 12 PM o. a Sunday and there was a short line of 5-6 people. We waited around 20 minutes to order and get our drinks. There were several tables inside the store and we were able to snag one and sit down. The store is clean and well organized and they have pastry cases and merch inside. I noticed some cute mini cakes in the freezer (they had a dubai chocolate one!) and some super interesting pastries like sweet potato mochi and Jolly Pong Rice Krispies. I'll definitely be back to try some more of those. We ordered the banana milk latte and Bori Latte (barley and honey) which was an exclusive drink. We also ordered the sesame chewy cookie, and they also have the dubai chocolate and hazelnut version of it. Super excited to have found it at this store and for relatively cheap ($4.50) too, since they can go for up to 6 or 7 dollars. The drinks were both super tasty, not too sweet with high quality coffee that was the perfect boost of caffeine. The banana milk has the classic banana flavor, not too artificial. The bori latte was well balanced with a nutty and honey like sweetness to it. The chewy cookie was a highlight too, extremely dense and tightly packed but not too sweet with a ton of crunch. The sesame flavors are very strong and nutty but it's not overwhelming at all because of how natural and fresh it tastes. Overall, I would highly recommend this café for some amazing Asian inspired coffee and creative desserts. I'm super excited to try more of their diverse menu.

    Outside IG: @ammysalamii
    Angela G.

    Yum yum yum!! I love a great coffee shop with diverse selections. We came by this morning after a friend's funeral service in the area. We aren't out here too often but there are SO many coffee and food spots to try here!! Parking lot is huge, shared by a market along with other food spots. We got lucky with a 15 min parking right up front. We walked in, a few customers took up the tables and there were a few other people ahead of us but it went by quick and gave us enough time to look over the menu. I got the kimchi spam musubi croissant (shame on me for not taking a pic), the cream cheese garlic bread, Smokin Spaniard iced latte, and the sweet corn iced latte. Prices are great for the quality and amount you get. Got the food warmed up and they have a sweet taste to them which reminded me of 85 bakery. Absolutely delicious though!! Loved the kimchi spam musubi croissant, perfect for the ride home. We enjoyed the cream cheese garlic bread at home, had a bit too much cream cheese and not enough bread to balance it out but the softness and flavors were fantastic! The drinks were delicious as well. You rarely see sweet corn lattes on the menu at any coffee shop but it's one of my favorites. Loved the Spaniard as well!! Looking forward to coming back! IG: @ammysalamii

    Kiani D.

    I dropped into Smoking Tiger around 11:30 AM on a Wednesday and immediately loved the vibe the music really sets the tone for the space. Karis assisted me and her customer service was a total 5/5; she was incredibly friendly and helpful! I tried the Cheese Stuffed Bagel, and "Wow" was the only word I could get out between bites. The bagel was perfectly soft, the cheese was delightfully gooey, and the topping had a savory crunch that reminded me of French Onion Lays--absolutely delicious. I also tried a Banana Latte (oat milk, single shot). I'd give it a 3/5 the flavor leaned toward a Banana Laffy Taffy sweetness, which wasn't quite my thing, but the coffee itself was still very high-quality and creamy. Overall, a great spot! Bonus for the aesthetic lovers: The packaging is absolutely adorable! If you're into scrapbooking or junk journaling, the pastry bags are a "moment" of their own super cute and definitely worth saving for a flat-lay or a memory book.

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    Hạt Cafe - Nutty spice latte and Einspanner latte

    Hạt Cafe

    4.0(66 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    •$$

    Parking: Same store as factory tea bar so parking is a small lot and some on the street. Usually…read morenot packed as the store is only open part of the day. Interior: Factory tea bar remodel quite a bit so it is a lot more modern and well light. Great studying spot. Wait Time: None as I ordered online. Drinks were ready when I got there. Also was empty mid day. Items Order: Larges 9/10 Egg coffee $7.5 - Coffee was very good, strong, sweet, authentic viet flavor. Egg foam was a solid addition but the egg flavor gets lost when mixed so could use more. 7.5/10 Matcha Einspanner $8 - sweetness was about 50% so could use more. the matcha itself was average, foam was solid and creamy. 8/10 Viet Coffee Einspanner $7.5 - solid viet coffee overall but the foam doesn't do much in my opinion 8/10 Nutty Spice Viet Coffee $7.5 - the pistachio milk added a different taste profile to the coffee which was a nice switch up. Pistachio flavor is definitely strong so get it only if that's what youre looking for.

    I heard there's a new coffee shop in the area. It's shared with Factory Tea Bar. I believe they…read moreonly sell coffee until 2pm then it's only boba. They remodeled inside and I like how bright it is compared to before. I tried their Egg Vietnamese Iced Coffee. Strong flavor and didn't taste much of the egg part. Overall I'm happy there's a new coffee shop nearby! Definitely check out their coffee menu. Parking lot available but I find it difficult to get in and out. I rather park on the street.

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    Einspanner latte (hot & iced)

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    Uncle Fung Coffee Stall - The Putu House coffee shot, pandan milk, palm sugar, coconut cream top

    Uncle Fung Coffee Stall

    4.5(474 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Family-owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    tl;dr the Indonesian-influenced lineup of beverages and pastries is as tasty as it is unique; come…read morefor novelty, return for the quality Peter Then (aka Uncle Fung) is the mind behind the Alhambra staple (and Michelin Guide-recommended) Borneo Kalimantan Cuisine. Right next door, find Uncle Fung Coffee Stall, his daughter's tribute to her Indonesian roots. Here, relax in the retro-modern space and enjoy coffee and tea with an Indonesian flair. The vibe feels timeless. The paint-speckled brick walls and polished tiled floors starkly contrast the heirloom porcelain and framed Indonesian memorabilia. Small square tables and metal chairs are crammed into the narrow space. Close to opening, seats are plentiful, and serene pop blends with the espresso machine; later in the morning, the air is filled with chatter, and the queue stretches to the door. Of the drinks, our go-to has been The Putu, a pandan-forward latte that isn't too sweet. But don't sleep on the Indonesian pastries. I particularly enjoyed the Dadar Gulung, a vibrant green pandan crepe filled with sweet coconut. The scarlet, tortoise-shaped Angku Kueh is stuffed with an addictive mung bean filling. The Talan Ubi sweet potato-and-coconut treats tasted like fall. The Kueh Lupis, a sticky rice triangle with a side of palm sugar syrup, sports a spot-on Q texture, but is one-dimensional in flavor. Service is friendly and efficient. Pastries cost about ~$3-5, while specialty beverages run in the $7-8 range. The location is stellar (just steps away from the Alhambra Farmers Market), and the coffeehouse fare is uniquely crave-worthy. In all, Uncle Fung is a key member of Alhambra's specialty coffee scene, and it cracks my regular rotation.

    Tried the Kopi Susu here! It was good, but honestly, I don't think it's worth driving an hour just…read moreto try, especially for $8 for a small cup. The café itself is really cute, though. The decor and presentation make for some pretty photos. If I'm ever in the area again, I'd probably come back and try one of their pastries or another drink. Kinda small standing and waiting area, there's a few tables that were full when I went. The drinks seem to lean pretty sweet, so just something to keep in mind if you prefer less-sweet coffee. Overall, good, but not a must-visit for me.

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Single origin espresso, milk of choice, Milo, salted cream top.

    "Dirty Milo" Single origin espresso, milk of choice, Milo, salted cream top.

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    Three Fields Coffee - Black Sesame - perfect!

    Three Fields Coffee

    4.0(318 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Adorable coffee shop with plenty of seating so it's a good spot for either studying or playing card…read moregames with friends! The baked goods seem to sell out fast but we got a few things. Our favorites were the veggie pizza croissant and the cardamom bun. The drinks were good, if you want something refreshing definitely go for one of the lemonades.

    8/22/2026 First time…read morehere. Been wanting to drop by for some time now. ICHIGO MATCHA Really delicious! Just the right amount of sweetness and good strawberry flavor. Matcha flavor comes through, although there is more strawberry than matcha flavor. Still I enjoyed it. It was super creamy too, but I know some people may not like that. Matchas are made with Dona Matcha. MATCHA KINU This was similar to the Ichigo Matcha in texture. Heavy cold foam on top and lightly sweetened. Maybe because it was my second matcha cold foam drink, I was full and tired of drinking it. Matcha was good, but very creamy as expected. Matcha was quite mellow with very sweet matcha flavor, grassiness and very light bitterness. Still very mellow overall. Personally, I prefer the Ichigo Matcha over this one. AMBIANCE + SEATS Most of the seats were white boucle chairs and sofa. Metal tables. Seats were comfy, but dirty. One wooden table with wooden chairs for cleaner seats. There were a good amount of tables and seats. One unisex bathroom available. LOCATION + PARKING On Garfield + Main. It is along the street, so you will need to turn into a parking garage or street park. The best parking spot I found was on First + Main. Right across Days Inn by Wyndham and The Chicken Koop. Free parking. There were EV charging stations too. There is parking right behind Three Fields, but it is so tiny, I wouldn't recommend parking there. Plus, it would be difficult to get in and get out. It was so crammed in there. CUSTOMER SERVICE It was friendly, but the barista seemed a bit impatient as I was deciding on what to get as he tapped his fingers on the table. Then he tells me, "No, take your time." Sure, man. Would I come back? Of course when I'm in the area and when I'm craving for the Ichigo Matcha. It was delish!

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    Three Fields Coffee - Beautiful seating near the entrance in front of games, merchandise, kids area

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