I'm not from the area and I've had this cafe near my friend's house bookmarked for a while! I love…read morethe uncommon ingredients they have in their drinks, and I chose the Jasmine Latte ($7). You can taste the Jasmine syrup and even as a latte, it somehow also tastes like a milk tea! I'm curious to try a drink with their black sesame syrup next time. There is a parking lot at the back that we weren't aware of, so we parked around the corner on the street. A lot of seating and the high ceiling is nice, staff were friendly. My friend tried the Cloudy ($7) which is described as red date, pear, and cream, so she wasn't expecting coffee to be in it LOL. Now you know! I only wish they closed later than 4:30pm T-T

Needed a real quick pick me up after doing 2 late night Jiluka concerts in a row, driving from…read moreNorCal to SoCal and then doing a day long maid cafe event and Yihui Coffee wasn't too far and we wanted to try something new. Service is efficient and our drinks came out decently quickly. This was around lunch time on a Sunday. As with almost every new drink or coffee place, minimalist aesthetic and a place for people to study and catch up I suppose. Wouldn't say it's the most unique. We got the: 1) Hojicha Latte: -We got this iced and you have the option to sweeten it with simple syrup or something else. We got this with a black sesame flavor and just the standard milk that it came with. -Not too sweet, but the taste of the sesame or even the hojicha can be a bit stronger as we've had similar drinks to this that were more appealing. 2) Iced Chocolate Milk: -I mean you can't really mess this up to be honest. It's mixed well and doesn't taste scathingly sweet like a bottled chocolate milk. My boyfriend got a no sugar coffee here and it still tasted pretty sweet (like unadjusted Starbucks sweet) and it was just tossed into my chocolate milk because he couldn't stomach it. Overall, it's just okay. I'm not really a coffee person, so take my opinion with a grain of salt.

We came here on Memorial Day around 9 am and there was already a steady flow of traffic but not too…read morelong of a line to order. We were greeted as soon as we walked in! We waited in line about 5 minutes which gave me time to check out their main menu and a cute customer favorites menu. I also appreciated the art on the walls, the sticker fridge, and the bookshelf with books of all types and games. I ordered the April iced: quad shot latte, 1 pump honey, cinnamon, and oat milk. J ordered a large cold brew. The April is good, the espresso is very present but not overwhelming and I knew what to expect. The cold brew could be stronger but it tastes good.

This has become my new favorite local coffee spot. I stop by before work all the time, and it's…read morenice seeing a small community coffee shop getting more popular. It's conveniently right off the 60 freeway, with both indoor and outdoor seating and a welcoming local feel. The service is quick and efficient, and I appreciate supporting places like this over big corporate chains. I've tried the turkey & cheese croissant, spinach & ricotta croissant, everything bagel, and chocolate chip cookie, all really good. I also like that they heat everything in a toaster oven instead of a microwave. The coffee is consistently good, and I'll definitely keep coming back. Worth checking out if you're in the area.

Stopped in for a quick meeting and this location is nice! Good amount of 4-person tables and bar…read moreseating in the back of the main aisle. WiFi was reliable too. The music is on the louder side but could hear it through video calls. For drinks, I got the seasonal Ube latte with almond milk ($1 sub) and it was yummy! Nice balance of coffee and sweet Ube flavor and had a nice consistency. Would order again.

My Spaniard was alright. I felt like something was missing…read more Just in LA for memorial weekend and needed some pick me up before we head out to Long Beach. I am from the Bay 415 and 408, tasted more of the cinnamon than anything else. Ordered online so I am not sure of what service is like in person. Daughter and son-in-law picked it up for me. lol It's a cool name and im sure the ambiance inside reflects Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab. I'll give it another try when I come back in town. Maybe a different drink will suit my palate.

Another Sunday, Another Run/Walk with BlacklistLA!…read more Glad to have found a lovely community coffee shop! The shop has a wide variety of options for all types of coffee drinks. Had a my favorite option of cold brew with a banana cream top! Ham and cheese was a tasty option (I believe they get it from homeboy industries. Parking - Street Parking - Weekend Mornings can be relatively easy.

After ordering pretty much their whole menu & being tired of espresso and whatever else they had on…read moretheir menu. I began exploring my own flavor profiles, something I used to do at Mugs before they closed down which became an issue. Customers pay for what they want. It can be musically loud for business meetings (also can't take a call) and overwhelming backlog during their rush moments customers v. phone orders. Nice spot but limited mental on custom orders outside their sugary flavor profiles. They should post a sign that there are no substitutes like Michelin restaurants (Michelin restaurants may also accept custom, maybe this will stimulate them to become a Michelin coffee shop if that exists). When every dollar counts, recurring business is what stimulates. 1st time IG posts can only go so far. I take my money where I feel it's wanted. But enjoy your first cup let me know if you go back against other options in the area.

Tried the hojicha latte and it was delicious. Good balance of sweet and earthy roasted flavor with…read morethis tea. There is a lot of space and it has a very calming vibe. Plenty of places to sit and study/read/hang out. Lots of fun options on the menu but definitely have the basics. If you are not from around here, there really is one easy way(direction is heading south bound on Atlantic) to get into the plaza so keep your eyes peeled and don't miss the entrance. Otherwise I didn't find issues with parking or lines. Staff were nice. Would definitely come back to try this again when I'm in the area.

5/18/26 I saw the sign Must Have Coffee-catchy!…read more It was a quick stop before heading to a Yelp Elite Event a few blocks away, this was convenient, a plus. I inquired if they make hot drinks (coz all the featured and pictured drinks are iced/cold), the young lady said they usually do not "can make it hot". I did not want to make waves so I just went with an iced coco Ube latte. It was crafted in a jiffy and Zi was on my merry way. The interior is cute with seating for patrons to hang out or do work/study. My beverage was pretty good, price is a bit more than average $8.29. Yikes

Roam & Brew is hands down our favorite coffee + matcha spot in Montebello, and the place we kept…read morecoming back to without even thinking twice. I always order the matcha with 1.5 scoops of matcha, vanilla syrup, and light ice, and it's consistently perfect every single time, rich, smooth, not watered down, and clearly made with quality matcha. You can actually taste it, which sadly isn't a given these days. My boyfriend's go-to is the vanilla cold brew with a splash of whole milk, and it never misses. Smooth, balanced, not overly sweet, just really well done. Beyond the drinks, the vibe is what really sets Roam & Brew apart. It's always busy for a reason. Friendly staff, welcoming energy, and a place that genuinely feels like it was built for the community. You never feel rushed or like just another order. Consistency, quality, and care are everything in a coffee shop, and Roam & Brew nailed all three. It's obvious how much thought goes into what they serve and how they show up for customers. Montebello is lucky to have had this spot, and it's a huge loss to see them go. If you're reading this and still have a chance to visit, do it. This place truly deserved the love it got

Great coffee! So glad they have a permanent place in Montebello and am looking forward to trying…read moretheir various options. So far my favorite have been the keto options as well as the Brown Shaken Sugar Espresso and the iced Teddy Graham latte.

I found this place while on a mission to track down some really good micro-roasted coffee beans,…read moreand it was also highly recommended by the wonderful folks at Cafe Minerva in Hermosa Beach. After fighting my way through South Bay traffic and making the drive from Hermosa, I can confidently say it was 100% worth it. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, welcoming, and full of heart. You can tell there's a lot of love behind what they're doing here, and that energy carries through everything from the service to the food and, of course, the coffee. I ordered a quad espresso over ice, and wow... it was absolutely delicious. Smooth, flavorful, perfectly balanced, and honestly one of the better iced espressos I've had in a long time. Even better, the prices felt very fair for the quality. For food, I ordered the chilaquiles and the frijoladas, and both were incredible. They had this subtle but delicious undertone of spice that kept building with every bite. The surprise star of the visit was their house syrup. It was so good that I ended up buying a bottle to take home. The flavor instantly transported me back to mornings in Mexico with my grandma, waking up early, sipping coffee together, and enjoying the comforting aroma of café de olla. It was one of those unexpected moments where a simple taste brings back a flood of memories. Great coffee, amazing food, beautiful atmosphere, and a little taste of nostalgia. I'll definitely be making the drive back.

Been coming here for a year. Normally I try and few things before I really make a review. Let's…read morestart with the staff, only one of the staff members is really kind and bless her heart. It varies who you get, alot of attitude, eye rolls for no reason. Oddly enough, unless you're someone well known they will go over the moon for you. Saw it the other day bring them water salsa while their other customers have to get everything but, i digress. The mulato breakfast sandwich, its flavorful! I do recommend trying it if its your first time and want something not so heavy. I like the chilaquiles, its better when you add a fried egg. Soo yummy, savory, and flavorful! As for the coffee, if you like a pick me up... and a coffee that isn't sweet but strong. I suggest a refresher drink (tonics). The coffee is sugary and you unfortunately cant taste some of the coffee. If that's your preference, we'll i recommend. Besides that, the environment is lovely and art they have. Though its a hit or miss with staff especially if you like friendly service.

i read other reviews that their horchata latte was highly recommended. it did not disappoint! the…read more menu doesn't have prices listed but as of 3/2026, the coffee was $6.50 and the muenster breakfast sandwich is $8.23. the cafe doesn't have indoor seating. their outdoor patio has ample seating with plenty of shade, but come early! when i arrived at 10am, all the shaded seats were occupied. it is a great place to catch up with friends. studying here may be harder given that the seating is outdoors with no outlets, at least not that i saw. there is 2-hour unmetered street parking in front the cafe.

Underwhelmed. Had the signature breakfast sandwich and really "where's the beef" small barely…read moreanything there served with nothing else. Plates need to look and be attractive. Forgive me and this may have been one of but the servers have to look presentable. It flows thru the food and service you give. You may not have informs but dirty stained clothes don't inspire me that the operation is clean thru and thru. The ambience so cool and I want to hang there but if the food and coffee are not GREAT! Then pass.