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First timer here, amazing experience! The best coffee in town and the best prices you will ever get for coffee! Well said 5/5 Its a must try. - Cookie butter with oat milk 5/5 -Turamisu latte with oat milk 5/5 - Spanish latte with oat milk 5/5 - pina colada 5/5 - Iced lemon tea 5/5 * Chicken pesta panini. 5/5 * Ham and cheese 5/5 Great customer service, welcoming, and very polite, Nice. Clean environment, small and well Decorated. No restrooms Street parking available Outside seating available in front Definitely recommended Friends and family I will be back soon for more.
I heard that they serve affordable food and coffees and I didn't wait a second to get there. I ordered tuna melt which was a little on the oily side but for $4.99 it's really good. Cold brew had instant coffee flavor but again for $2.50?!?! You can't complain... I really appreciate the owner for serving food this affordable. Do not forget to tip!!!
"Whhhhaaaaaatttt?" was the word I said out loud (and in my head) when I saw Yi's Cafe's prices. Takes me back to the early 2010s when prices were reasonable, and going out to eat wouldn't burn a hole in your wallet. Beautiful cafe drinks for under $4 and sandwiches under $6. Again, "wwhhhhaaaattt?" It is unheard of and unseen in this day and age. Boy I miss the living in the 2010s as a kid but I'll just come back to Yi's Cafe to be nostalgic then and enjoy their amazing prices and value. My fiancé and I felt like a simpleton that day so we went the basic route ordering a Cold Brew and their Hot Vanilla Latte, with a ham & cheese croissant to share. Came out to less than $15 for 2 drinks and a pastry. Again, unheard of in this day and age. And I should add - just as delicious, and it tastes even better with their prices. They have fresh baked muffins on display, and it was very tempting to look at, too. I can't wait to come back and try more pastries, and their cool drinks (e.g. Tiramisu latte, Dalgona Whipped Coffee, Lychee Rainbow Soda, etc)! There was only one man making all the orders. He is very efficient and friendly, too! He welcomed every customer in and had a very warm hello and goodbye - I appreciated that! A lot of the customers we saw go in and out seem like regulars too and knew the man by name. Loyal customers here! There are a couple of chairs inside and outside to sit. Parking is on the street, but there is plenty on Foothill Blvd or Wigwam Ave (the next mini street to the right). Needless to say, Yi's Cafe will be my fiancé and I's go-to spot for coffee and pastries now! We love to support a great local business that is honest with their prices, that's what everyone is saying here, and we gotta spread the word!
There are not enough words in a Yelp review to say all I want to say about this place, but I'll give it a shot. Yi's Cafe is a spot on the corner of a street that is a bit unassuming, with just two tables and a bit of seating outside. But don't let that fool you, this is one of the best cafe experiences Arcadia, and even SoCal, have to offer! Even though it was my first time, it felt like I'd known Eric for years. His friendliness, down-to-earth style of handling things, and open communication about wait times were highlights of the amazing customer service here. We waited approx. 20 minutes for our food and drinks, and were offered two free pastries along with it. We got a banana chip muffin and a matcha muffin, both phenomenal quick bites that satisfied our cravings and hunger for a bit while we waited for our food. We ended up spending about $23 for two entrees, two drinks, and two muffins. The bang for your buck here is unbeatable. I've never seen anything like it. The two entrees we picked were Yi's Beef Burrito and the Chicken Pesto Panini. Both were delicious and hearty, feeling more like a nostalgic meal from back home than lunch out. The drinks are quite literally $4. $4 for a coffee nowadays is like winning the lottery on your first try. No better feeling. Both were amazing, with bold coffee flavors and strong notes of tiramisu and cookie butter. No notes at all. Overall, I think this place does exactly what it needs to. It's a small, corner shop-style cafe with an owner that cares about his customers, remembering "usual" orders and having conversations with them while making their drinks. He's patient, hardworking, and deserves all of the success he gets! I hope Yi's Cafe is around to stay, because I will definitely be back! 10/10.
For this economy nowadays, you seriously can't beat these prices. Affordable sandwiches that don't cost almost $15/20 and drinks that are under $10 is hard to find. I got a chicken pesto panini and black lemon tea for $8/9. AND it was filling and good. Will be back to try more stuff. Hopefully they bring back their full menu of foods soon.
Inexpensive, no-frills spot to get your caffeine fix and a meal for about $10 or less in 2026!! Wooh! I ordered the chicken panini for $5.99. I tempered my expectations and expected a mediocre sandwich due to the price of $5.99 but was pleasantly surprised to receive a hot, generously-filled sandwich all within 5 minutes! I ate outside at one of their two tables and noticed a handful of people come in to order their drinks. Will try one next time!
July 2026 Food/Pricing - Very reasonably priced drinks and food! The chicken pesto panini is our go to and only $5.99! Service/Ambiance - Small place but does have a few chairs inside. More chairs outside as well. The staff is always super nice! Parking - Street parking.
This is a teeny tiny joint in Sierra Madre. They sell a few muffins, which is what I came for, and some sandwiches, along with coffee and teas. I got there literally as they were closing up and was worried everything would be gone. Surprisingly they had most of the muffins, and when I asked if they were in fact out of the blueberry muffins, the owner told me there were more in back (probably just made). Thank you! I got some blueberry muffins, cinnamon bun muffins, a banana chocolate chip, a couple of matcha, and a couple of Ube muffins. I guess you get 13 for the price of 12 or 12 for the price of 11. It's your choice. I got the extra muffin. The blueberry muffins and cinnamon muffins were fantastic, the ube were very good, and the banana chocolate chip was decent. Matcha is an odd beast - sometimes it is delightful in sweets and desserts and sometimes it is totally unpleasant. I know there are different types of green tea, and I think that's what makes the difference, but I could be making this all up for all I know. What I do know is none of us liked the matcha muffins. Also, they don't use any preservatives, which should make everyone happy. Just keep in mind that within two days the muffins will be stale and hard as cement, so only buy what you can eat in a day. Still, I would totally go back for the blueberry and cinnamon muffins and probably the Ube, too. Their drinks also look interesting. They have an extensive selection of choices. Stop on by and give them a try for the muffins, if for nothing else!
The service is quick and the prices are amazing! Had a chicken panini, a tuna melt, and ham cheese croissant and they were good! The tiramisu coffee was also so taste!
I think I've found my favorite local cafe! Yi's Cafe has amazing coffee and foods for an incredible price. I can't believe they are selling latte's for under $4, when most other places are charging almost double. I ordered the hainan chicken burrito and it was so flavorful and a very decent portion. It includes rice, scallions, cucumber, and Hainan chicken. The staff are super friendly as well, as they offered a free muffin when I came in. Plenty of parking in front of the store. I'm definitely going to become a regular here!
The prices are affordable and pretty reasonable, especially for the quality of the food! The service is also top-notch. It is a little tight inside, so don't expect to sit down and eat--it's definitely more of a grab-and-go spot. Overall: 4/5
This cute little place has been on my bookmark for a little while now so I was so happy to have tried it today. It's a little shop, but it's ran super efficiently with friendly service. Reading some other Yelp review and seeing some of their TikTok's, I knew I wanted to try their Hainan Chicken Rice, Chicken Pesto Panini, and their Tiramisu Latte. I did order all of those things, and added their chicken tacos and their Iced Dalgona Whipped Coffee. We came closer to their closing time and they gave us some blueberry muffins to try, which was better than some bakery muffins I've had. I have to say... Everything was pretty good, but my favorite would be the Chicken Pesto Panini and Tiramisu Latte. Other cafés, they would probably charge double the price and not taste as good but, Yi's Cafe definitely does it right! The Hainan Chicken Rice was decent for the price but the chicken was a little dry, the rice needed a bit more chicken stock, and I wish the sauce had more ginger in it. Other than that... It was pretty good. With all the food and drinks I got, plus tax and tip included... It only cost around $38. Which is such a steal for the quality of food and drinks that you get. There is so many good things I wanted to try on their menu, especially their breakfast sandwiches. I have to come back and try their Spanish coffee and get another Chicken Pesto Panini and tiramisu latte. So good! Make sure to put them on your bookmark and try to go support this small cafe. Your wallet and stomach will thank you!
Yi's Cafe has easily become one of my favorite local cafés in Arcadia! My boyfriend and I come here pretty often, and we always have a good experience. My favorite drinks are the iced pumpkin spice latte and the Biscoff latte, and my boyfriend's favorite is the Vietnamese iced coffee. We've also tried their food, and the chicken pesto panini and tuna melt are both really good. The prices are reasonable, the service is quick, and Eric is always super friendly. I also love the little rewards and perks they offer such as the free muffin after spending a certain amount. It's such a cute, reliable spot for coffee and food, and we always look forward to coming back. Definitely recommend!
6 months ago
PHENOMENAL PRICES! GREAT FOOD! We need to protect Yi's Cafe at all costs!!!! There is simply no other place like it. read more
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Cute and cozy shop with kind baristas, affordable prices, and ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS coffee! Will definitely be coming back! I got the Spanish Latte for reference (includes cinnamon & condensed milk) . read more
1 year ago
First time staying in the Monrovia/Arcadia area and wow.. what a hidden gem! Always try local coffee spots on trips and this one might just be the best I have had in a while. The matcha was perfectly sweet and earthy, and the Vietnamese coffee was nice and strong. My girlfirned's tiramisu latte was just... sublime. Perfectly mixture of flavors, their coffee has a nice strong flavor while also being smooth and delicious. Also got the breakfast sandwich, can't go wrong especially for these prices, and a croissant to top it all off. All these items came out to just about $20!! That's just a steal, all these drinks and food for about the cost of 2 matcha's and one of these new spots popping up everywhere. Talked to the barista, who gave us super quick service despite just being open for about a month, and he was very friendly. A total hidden gem and a must try. read more
Small little café. Great service! Fantastic pastries! And the prices cannot be beat. You can tell everything is made in house with love. I can't wait to try their sandwiches. As much as I wanna gatekeep, I cannot risk them ever disappearing. read more
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The Lovers Latte seasonal drink is amazing. Consistently great drinks, tasty food, and excellent homemade pastries and baked goods. Definitely my little hidden gem. read more
7 months ago
Updated menu 3/21/26. Still think the Pesto Panini is the best. Hainan chicken with rice is great too. read more
Stopped by on a Sunday morning for a quick meal and coffee. Wanted to try this place out since I've been seeing people post about it on yelp and social media! Name another place that has decent coffee lattes and drinks for under $4!! Everything here is a great deal and tasty also! I got the chicken pesto panini and it was pretty good! They seem to use the same chicken for the sandwich as the Hainan chicken. I also got a cinnamon honey latte. It was good but a little too sweet for my liking so just remember to ask for sugar adjusted if you don't like things too sweet, that was my fault I forgot to specify. My husband ordered a smoked salmon breakfast sandwich and he enjoyed that as well! They even gave us a complimentary pastry on the house because we spent over $10! We chose a blueberry muffin and it was pretty yummy. Definitely will be back if ever in the area! Good service! This is pre of a take out place, only about 4 bar seats inside read more
6 months ago
This place is so awesome ! Stopped on a whim on our way up to San Francisco and we're so glad we did. Pricing is more than fair and we got an additional pastry(for free!!) for trying them out. Service was super quick and friendly :) Inside there is some standing area with a little claw machine for the kiddos. We will be back again whenever in the area ! read more
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The Cafe has an unassuming vibe that makes you feel at ease. The cafe crew has good customer service and is quick. The food is delicious and reasonable. My son loves their muffins, especially their cherry muffins. It's nice to know we have a local cafe that serves good food at a reasonable price. Best of luck and congratulations! read more
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Such a little gem of a coffee shop! The ambiance is small, cozy, and super cute--one of those places that instantly makes you feel comfortable the moment you walk in. Their coffee is great, and the sandwiches are fresh and delicious, perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break. The prices are honestly amazing, especially for the quality you're getting. What really stands out, though, is the customer service--everyone is so kind, genuine, and welcoming, it feels like they truly care about their customers. Definitely one of those spots you want to keep coming back to and tell your friends about. read more
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Fabulous tasting coffees, pastries, great service, great prices! What more can you ask for? Try them. read more
8 months ago
Wow! It felt like living back in the '90s -- the prices were unbelievable, and the food was so good. Unfortunately, I live by Eagle Rock, and it just so happened that my son had a game nearby. I would definitely come back if gas were as cheap as it was in the '90s! read more
1 year ago
Newly eatery that just opened in the borders of Monrovia/Arcadia. I ordered the smoked salmon sandwich & the Vietnamese iced coffee. The owners said that the Hainan chicken will take about 30 minutes to be ready. I didn't feel like waiting 30 minutes for a dish, next time. The food was quick, tasty & affordable. I will be back to try other items on the menu. Please come support this mom & pop shop. read more
4 months ago
WOW WOW WOW!! Can't beat the price or the quality of the food and drinks here! The tiramisu latte and chicken pesto panini were amazing!!! Everything was out in less than 10 minutes and the cafe has a nice outdoor area for seating as well! read more
9 months ago
Great food for the low low price they have it at. The cashiers are all very sweet, and when I came he was wearing a Lakers jersey so we love that. The Ambiance is very chill and small, as expected from a cafe. read more
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I don't know how they do it, but their prices are excellent and the portions are sizable. I got a matcha latte, tiramisu latte, smoked salmon sandwich, and a egg & cheese croissant sandwich. And if you spend more than $10, they give you a free pastry or fridge item! So I got an additional blueberry muffin. read more
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Tiramisu latte 10/10!! My coffee with soy milk and cream was 4.40$ total.. underrated spot with really strong and delish coffee come here read more
8 months ago
Best cafe I've been to yet! The food and drinks taste so fresh and are at an affordable price! Great customer service and ambiance. Would highly recommend to visit! read more
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1 year ago
My wife and I just went, she got a latte, I got a Vietnamese iced coffee and we split a breakfast sandwich. Everything was really good! The staff was kind and the prices are beyond reasonable. I hope these guys do well!!!!! Please check them out, I will be back. Only downside is there's not a lot of seating if you're trying to do breakfast with friends. read more
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128 E Foothill Blvd
Arcadia, CA 91006
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(626) 383-3841
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