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    Stories Cafe

    4.5 (244 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 7:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Rene G.

    Came on a Saturday around noon. It wasn't packed but it wasn't empty. We ordered the banana pudding, Spanish latte and stories double! 10/10!! The Spanish latte tastes like an horchata latte, just a tad sweet but it was still good. The Stories double was good and strong! Will be coming back to try their other options. The baristas were also nice and greeted when we came in so that's a plus!!

    Biscoff iced latte with extra shot
    Christina C.

    The coffee is good and strong. The espresso is just enough an added shot is gas to an empty engine. The biscoff latte is great. Service is friendly and create quality drinks.

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    Jonathan L.

    After a tough loss in my Sunday league soccer match I was feeling down and decided I needed coffee. I saw this place was a quick 5 minute drive, so I headed over instantly. I ordered the Stories Double Iced Latte and man did it deliver. For those who love the bitterness of coffee and like it strong, I highly recommend this drink. There are also other sweeter options but in this case I was in need of a quicker picker upper drink. The espresso shots instantly hit a dopamine surge in my brain that made me forget the tough soccer game loss I experienced earlier that morning. Previously feeling down, all of sudden my moral boosted as I was sipping on this Stories Double Iced Latte. They also have a Biscoff latte in which I was very tempted to try. Maybe next time i visit this place I will order this drink. Parking situation is very easy as they have plenty of parking spots in the plaza. Could get busy but baristas are quick with orders, making lines go by fast. Restrooms are clean and overall space inside is well maintained with great AC for those hot sunny days. They also have free wifi. I could see myself working remotely here in the future, however I am concerned that it may be tight inside as the space inside this cafe is limited.

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    Ian A.

    I had a lovely experience at Stories Cafe (Whittier). I ordered the Pistachio Latte ($8 - Iced). This coffee tasted like a fresh creamy pistachio! I felt myself smile as I greedily sipped. It's TASTY! I arrived at Stories Cafe (Whittier) on Thursday (around 11:37AM). Parking is easy. The lot is very big. Staff is professional, knowledgeable, and hard working. Staff provided wonderful recommendations, and Staff eagerly answered my questions. My drink took one minute and 40 seconds. Very fast! As mentioned, I love the Pistachio Latte ($8 - Iced). It carries a creamy pistachio flavor that tasted natural and fresh. I felt awake after sipping. It masterfully balances utility and flavor. I couldn't hide my happiness as I continued to laugh aloud. I'm so happy that this location's exceptional reputation is well-earned. Regarding ambiance, Stories Cafe (Whittier) is clean, well-ventilated, and comfortable. The ceiling is very tall, so it felt very spacious. There's two very long counters with many chairs, and there's three tables. Stories Cafe (Whittier) also has utility. There's four available electrical outlets (some embedded in the counter); there's even slots for usb cables. There's also customer internet with password; its info is very visible since there's several mini internet signs on its tables. There's also a gender neutral restroom. And there's a small water station in the corner. The instrumental music is also very soothing. Overall, I had a delightful experience at Stories Cafe (Whittier). I'm so happy that the hype is real. If you love coffee, this is a must-try. 5 out of 5 "GO."

    Justine R.

    This café is such a vibe. Cozy, aesthetic, and a great place to hang out. We tried the Stories double latte, toffee nut latte, and banana crème matcha, and every drink was so good. The flavors were on point and not too sweet, which I really appreciated. The banana crème matcha was surprisingly one of my favorites. For pastries, we had the Dubai chocolate croissant and the Dubai chocolate-covered strawberry cup, and wow. If you love chocolate, you'll love these. Super rich, indulgent, and perfect to share. The staff was really nice and helpful, and the whole place just feels warm and welcoming. It's the kind of spot you can sit at for a while without feeling rushed. Definitely adding this to our regular coffee rotation.

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    Timmy S.

    I came here with a friend who was raving about how great this coffee cafe is. It's small, aesthetically pleasing, and only has a handful of two-top tables along a wall as well as a couple outdoor tables. They offer a variety of coffee drinks and a spectacular pastry case full of goodies. I ordered a Spanish latte while my friend got a dulce de leche latte. I also got a couple of pastries - a chocolate chip muffin and an apple danish. It was a cool, fresh morning so we decided to sit outside where our orders were kindly brought to us. The Spanish latte had a wonderful, mixed cinnamon and mocha flavor. I had multiple sips (more than I should have) of my friend's dulce de leche latte, which was sweet with a deep caramel taste. Both were excellent. The muffin was fresh and full of chocolate chips while the apple danish was incredible, soft & fresh with multiple thin apple slices on top of some sort of cream filling. As an aside, I was impressed with how squeaky clean the restroom was.

    Toffee nut iced coffee
    Vanessa C.

    Stories Café is very nice and aesthetic inside -- modern, clean, and cozy. I loved that they had Christmas decorations up, which made the space feel extra warm and inviting. The pastries looked delicious, but I was in the mood for something savory and unfortunately they didn't have any options. Not a dealbreaker, just something to note. The staff was super friendly, and our coffees were made very quickly. I ordered the Biscoff iced latte, and it was delicious. I especially loved the Biscoff shreds on top -- such a nice touch. My boyfriend got the toffee nut iced coffee, and he really enjoyed it. His exact words: "I don't know what they put in this, but it's good -- it's nutty and crunchy. I like it." Overall, great coffee, friendly staff, and a beautiful space. Would definitely come back, especially for the drinks!

    Rosabell M.

    I stopped by to try this coffee shop and overall it was an ok experience. The shop has a clean, open concept layout, but it's oddly shaped, there's really only room for about three people to stand in line since the entrance is directly behind the ordering area. Service was fine, nothing standout but not bad either. I ordered a hot Biscoff latte and a hot Spanish latte. The drinks are a bit pricey, which I understand since they only offer one size (16 oz). Personally, when I'm trying a new coffee shop, I prefer having the option of a smaller size like a 12 oz or less. Unfortunately, I didn't really care for either latte. They weren't terrible, just not my preference. Still, it was nice to sip on them while I was there and check out the space. I may not rush back for the coffee, but I'm glad I gave it a try.

    Claudia L.

    Delicious coffee and such a great vibe. My favorite part, honestly, is the coffee cup, it's so unique and makes the whole experience feel a little more special. I usually go for the latte or the iced coconut latte, and both are consistently really good. The space itself is inviting, clean, and filled with natural light, which gives it a really positive energy. The people working there, whether they're the owners or not, are incredibly friendly and welcoming. Prices are pretty standard, and I actually like that they offer one cup size. It takes the guesswork out and it's more than enough. They also have a nice selection of pastries and food, but for me, it's all about the coffee (and that cup!). Definitely worth checking out.

    Dulce de leche latte and  Nutella latte.
    Michael I.

    My wife and I recently stopped by Stories Cafe and was really impressed with their lattes. The latte was smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced--not too strong and not too milky. You can tell they put care into making their drinks because the flavor was rich and really well done. I'm a big chocolate lover, so I had to try their Nutella latte, and it was amazing. The chocolate-hazelnut flavor was perfect and not overly sweet, and it blended really well with the coffee. It was honestly one of the best flavored lattes I've had. The staff was also very welcoming and friendly, which made the experience even better. Great drinks, great atmosphere, and great service. I'll definitely be coming back.

    Christina F.

    I've been hearing about this all over Instagram and I'm always passing by it. I finally came in on a Sunday morning. Parking was amazing not crowded at all. As you walk in, you see all of the pastries and sandwiches as well as the menu. The waitress was very friendly and we talked for a little bit. I ended up getting a maple butter iced latte. Oh my God it tasted like fall in a cup. I'm already a sucker for maple so you know I have to get it. I also got two slices of baklava for $9 each and it was so worth it. It's humongous and not a really sweet like other places. The decor is adorable. You've got ornaments all over. There is an Arabic phrase on the wall in gold, but unfortunately I can't read Arabic lol even though I'm Egyptian. This is the one for the books. I'm gonna have to definitely come back here and try more. Cannot wait for the next time.

    Biscoff cookie latte
    Jasmine R.

    A great addition to the Whittier/ Santa Fe Springs area. Adds more diversity in the best way. The shop is clean, open concept, and very welcoming. I would say the entrance is a little awkward but that's not even a big deal. The two girls behind the counter were very friendly and welcoming and recommended the Biscoff cookie latte. Very good! I would recommend people to visit if you're looking for a new coffee place!

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    Brenda L.

    Thank you so much for the wonderful service and for my babies treats. We drove 20 minutes from our home to check out your cafe. No disappointments. Much love to you and your Cafe. -Blessings for the best

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    3.6 mi
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    The first time I tried Mugs was during a weekday and early morning and my Vanilla Latte with…read moreHorchata cold foam was amazing! I ordered it today Sunday, March 1st around 1pm and it tasted nasty as hell. Yes a latte is milk but my drink was milk with a little bit of vanilla with a little bit of ice. Girl in the drive thru couldn't hear anything I was saying so my order was wrong at first. And come to find out all she was doing was talking the whole time. Won't be back. Unless I want nothing but milk in my drink. Make sure to come during the weekday if you want your coffee made right.

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    I'm not sure what's going on with this place. When it's the main woman working, everything is fine…read morebut when she has one of those young girls working with her or on their own it's a total disaster. I waited for a hot coffee regular for about 30 minutes. The place was packed and numerous people were complaining that they had been waiting forever too. I ordered a 12oz, and they gave me 8. The younger girl taking my order didn't hear when I said almond milk latte and then proceeded to ask what kind of milk I wanted. I really don't want to have to change my coffee shop but these mistakes are getting worse

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    The usual, Tiramisu Latte

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    3.0 mi

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    LFTD recently made an announcement that they are being evicted by their landlord and will close…read moredown this brick-and-mortar location by the end of this year (December 29th, 2025). A week before the announcement was made, I came here to try their famous blue tortilla breakfast burrito. [Parking]: There's a free public parking structure located one block away from the coffee shop (6738 Comstock Ave, Whittier, CA 90601). [Atmosphere]: Super crowded on Sunday & I was not able to find a place to sit. I ultimately ordered my breakfast burrito to-go. They also have a section of cafe that sell vintage clothing. [Menu]: For the signature breakfast burrito, they actually have 6 options - classic breakfast burritos (bacon - $16.50), Prime Steak (grass-fed prime steak $20.50), the Ultimate Burrito (grass-fed prime steak + avocado + bacon), Chilaquiles ($15.50), Chorizo ($16.00), and Vegan ($16.00). They also sell their cold brew cafe de olla in giant plastic bags that look like IV drip bags at the refrigerated section. [Ordering]: Customers can order at the cashier counter or order via kiosk (they use Toast). I reviewed their breakfast burrito options at 12 PM and they ran out of classic breakfast burrito. I ended up with prime steak breakfast burrito instead. Unfortunately I waited 45 minutes before they had my order ready and I could tell other customers were not too patient with their orders as they kept walking up to the pick-up counter & checked the ordering status. *** Prime Steak Breakfast Burrito (grass fed prime steak, scrambled egg, Monterey Jack cheese, crema, pico de gallo, tri-colored peppers, hash browns - $20.50): Unlike other breakfast burrito I have had at other places, this breakfast burrito had blue tortilla. The portion was a bit smaller than I expected, but chewy steak + crispy hash browns + roasted peppers + red salsa = one delicious and s-tier tasting breakfast burrito. *** While LFTD serves one of the best 5-star worthy breakfast burritos I have ever had in LA + Orange County, I have to take off a star due to extremely long wait time on food order. Please do yourself a favor and place an online order at least 30 minutes ahead of time if you want to try their breakfast burritos ( https://www.toasttab.com/local/order/lift-6701-greenleaf-ave ).

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    LFTD - Open early on a Sunday

    Open early on a Sunday

    LFTD - Cappuccino & Iced Americano.

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    LFTD - Left: Iced chai latte with hemp milk and a touch of cinnamon. Right: Iced latte with hemp milk

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    Left: Iced chai latte with hemp milk and a touch of cinnamon. Right: Iced latte with hemp milk

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