Very clean. Always the first thing I look for. If I go anywhere at all and it's not clean, I just…read moreleave. But I loved that it was sleek and clean. Service was fast, accurate and helpful. The servers there were also clean, organized and friendly. The food and drinks were 1000% better than what I expected. I got a matcha rain and a pistachio croissant. The matcha rain was like an ice cream foam and latte in one. Not over sweet and I can taste the matcha. Which I never say that often. And the croissant was actually croissanting. Like I have been to other places and it's either just dough with some air in the center or soft hard bread if that makes sense. A croissant is supposed to be fluffy, slightly sweet and with a soft crunch. It was an actual croissant. Like omfg I'm going to be a regular

I appreciated that all their drinks come with oat milk as the default and service was really quick…read moreand efficient with the drinks but thought the oat milk really overpowered the matcha rain... There's a parking lot behind and also street parking!

Great service made my drink just the way I asked for even though it wasn't on the menu, and made…read moresure I was satisfied before I left!!!

The boba is really good and the guy was really nice. I would go here with my friends again.read more

Oh no... Fika Fika you've ruined all future lattes for me because this was peak and I doubt I'll…read moreever have better. I know this is dramatic to say but I truly mean it, this was the BEST iced coffee I've ever had in my life! Very bright and somewhat small cafe in downtown Pasadena. Staff were warm and welcoming as soon as we walked in. I love jasmine milk tea and I love iced coffee, now imagine some sort of sorcery happening to perfectly combining the two, and that yields Fika Fika Coffee's Jasmine Floral Latte. I got mine with oat milk and regular sweetness. It was just perfect? Perfect sweetness. Perfect harmony of jasmine taste and espresso without overpowering the other. There was even fresh jasmine petals in there which really amplified the fresh jasmine taste. I am going to crave this all the time! Time to lament living 5.5 hours from this place :')

Can they bring back the waffles? My girls were very disappointed because they don't serve waffles…read moreanymore at this location. We went on a Sunday afternoon, the wait in line was long. Hopefully it is just that day. The restaurant's light is too white, I think if they change it to a more yellow light, it will be better. Feel like we are in an office not a restaurant, but maybe it is good lighting for students who are studying there. They have mostly small tables only. Not good for big party (4+). Will still come back and hope they will bring back the waffles.

OMG! Highly recommend!…read more 1. Parking - street (metered) or they have a small parking lot. 2. Drinks ordered - matcha coconut water (10/5), dirty thai tea, biscoff latte, hojicha (my least favorite but still good!) and creme brulee latte. All were sooo amazing! 3. Pricing - :( the only down side is it is quite expensive averaging $8+ per drink. But the quality of their drinks brings us back. 4. Service is usually very prompt. Nothing to go crazy over. 5. They have a few tables indoor and outdoor!

The good: Clean, modern, and convenient location. Friendly and fast service…read more The not so great: Pandan matcha. Overpriced ($9, with tip more than $10). Did not taste the pandan or matcha. Mostly tasted like milk/cream. A little on the warm side. Was disappointing.

The coffe was very good but the cashier was being rude and had attitude. She wasn't talking clearly…read morefor us to hear her and when we asked what she said she started getting more impatient because of that.

I love this coffee shop! It's so spacious inside with plenty of seating. Came here to cowork with a…read morefriend, and it was the perfect spot. We actually sat at the bar for a while and then moved to one of the communal picnic style tables. Love that there's a bar inside that opens at 3 pm too. We might come back for trivia night! Ordered a cappuccino and a vegetarian breakfast burrito. The coffee was so smooth. I really liked the taste. They roast their own beans in one of those big machines, which is pretty cool. Burrito was also pretty good! They crisp it on a panini press. The green sauce really made it though. It reminded me of a mint chutney or something. Love the concept of this place and that they have community programs that help kids get jobs. I hope they open more locations, but I will definitely be back!

I love this business. I've tried everything and loved everything. Their December seasonal Mandarin…read moreLatte is the best! The gui hua latte is always perfect.The temperature is always perfect and ready to drink, but if you're a freak like me order it extra hot and they will accommodate! I don't care for matcha but I've tasted my daughter's order and their matcha latte and matcha tonic are so smooth and delicious! The hojicha latte is perfect, the pineapple tonic, refreshing and tasty, the Vienna latte is decadent, the ayr black tea latte is so comforting! Pair it with one of thei super delicious Sugar bloom pastries, brought in fresh daily...my favorite is the vegan pretzle, croissant and you are set! Everything is delicious and made with artistry and love! Everyone is super nice. They always have lovely flowers from Crankys, very unique! Come with patience and time because you will encounter a line, delicious perfection takes time and you will not regret it. Enjoy!

Located in the wonderfully decorated arcade, Mandarin Coffee Stand seems like the perfect cranny…read morefor a specialty drink and good atmosphere. There's plenty of outside seating as well. There's free 90 minute parking behind the structure. However, the room capacity of 4 people does make for a longer line than most other coffee shops. The interior is very classy, tastefully decorated and the baristas are very friendly! All their specialty espresso drinks are double shots. Their top sellers are their Toasty (a milk tea latte), Vienna Latte, and Matcha Latte. Almond and oat milk substitutions are free of charge! I opted for their matcha (iced & sweetened, with oat milk) this time for the lower caffeine amount, and for the price point ($7.25) I think this was an average drink. The drink is a little gritty and not too sweet (which I prefer), but for better quality matcha at the same price point, I would go elsewhere. Looking forward to coming back and trying their other drinks!

Let's get to it!…read more 5/5! Just like the og location in the Burlington Arcade, this one is great! They have different menus but the quality is really good. I got the gui hua latte and it was lightly sweetened plus made with oatmilk. The drink comes hot automatically. The espresso was smooth and easy to drink. Overall will be back! Service was nice. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Plenty of seats and they have tables for those who have work to do. It's located below a residential building. Lots of parking available. Decent pricing too!

When I first walked in, I honestly couldn't tell if they were still remodeling or if that…read moreunfinished look was part of the aesthetic. That said, I'd definitely come back. The coffee is reasonably priced and actually tastes great. You can really taste the crema, like they're pulling the espresso shots properly unlike a lot of these newer coffee shops popping up lately It feels like they actually know what they're doing and have mastered their craft. I've been to so many newer spots charging $10 for a drink that ends up tasting burnt or way too milky. This would be a great spot for a coffee date or to study. There are plenty of tables, good lighting, and the service is quick and efficient. I'll definitely be back.

I went to Artisanal Goods for coffee with my friend Amelia G., who lives in neighborhood. The place…read morewas packed at like 10:00 on a Tuesday morning, with a line to order and every table occupied the whole time we were there. I guess this is the spot for coffee and pastries in Pasadena. It was a cute shop with a millennial-friendly aesthetic. Brick walls, exposed ceiling, and lots of hanging lights. Case full of beautiful pastries, house chocolates and merchandise for sale. The line moved quickly enough, and service was friendly and reasonably fast. A table opened up for us when we needed it, and we sat and enjoyed our coffee and pastry. I got a salted honey latte, which was delicious. I'm not a habitual coffee drinker, and this felt like a special indulgent little treat. I'm not a pastry person either, but the kougin amann was fantastic, rich and buttery and shatteringly crispy. I also got a chocolate croissant to go for my husband, who said it was really good. We sat for maybe half an hour, and when we left, someone was there to take our spot, and we had to squeeze past the line that was coming through the door. I don't like coffee and sweets enough to do all that on a regular basis, but I enjoyed my visit to Artisanal Goods and would recommend it if you want top notch pastries in Pasadena.

I was finally able to try Artisanal Goods by CAR when my friend and I decided to do a chocolate…read morecroissant taste off with another place down the block. I was able to find parking nearby luckily and that was probably the hardest part. However, it was also really hot that day so I came prepared with a big hat because I saw the line wrap around the building. I was able to catch it when I was at a lull and the line moved pretty quick. A couple of other items that looked really good that I need to try. I know there is some seasonal items that sell out really quick to keep an eye out of. The chocolate croissant was great and I'll have to wait to try some of their other items next time which I also hear is amazing. The dining area isn't the biggest popular places. It's probably not the easiest to find a spot to sit and enjoy unless you time it correctly.

Came by at noon on Friday on a pleasant day to explore a local cafe! There was no wait and plenty…read moreof seating indoor and outdoors. It was my first time here and the barista was very friendly in explaining their menu and pastry selection. They have a new menu every season but since it was my first time here, I opted to go for a staff favorite, the Cinnamon Creamed Honey Latte (the other is the Brown Sugar Latte). I chose the Coconut Oatmeal Chai Cookie Sandwich for the novelty but I found that it was rather sweet for my taste. So for anyone interested in their cookie sandwiches, I definitely recommend getting a drink that's not sweet to balance out the flavors! Otherwise I'd absolutely come again to try out the rest of their menu.

So happy to have stumbled across the coffee shop while I was in the area! I love honey, so I was…read moreecstatic to see that they had honey-infused specialty coffees on the menu. The service was friendly and the interior was cute and cozy. It's a relatively small cafe, but there's both indoor and outdoor seating. I got the cinnamon creamed honey latte which was soo good! Although a bit too sweet for me, the honey and cinnamon flavors came through really nicely and the drink was so smooth and creamy.

Cute but very busy place! Came here after I found out the…read moreoriginal coffee shop I wanted to try near the area is closed on Sundays. Republik is pretty big inside, with lots of outdoor space and seating as well. It was very busy when we arrived, and there was a line, but it moved pretty quickly and I got my order in a decent amount of time. I saw they had an Ube latte, so of course that is what I ordered, and it did not disappoint. Very flavorful and delicious. Service was good, and the baristas were all busy but took the time to greet everyone and thank them as we all picked up our orders. There is lots of free street parking in this area of Pasadena, so that was a breeze.

The ambiance and store decoration is really nice and cozy. Staffs were friendly. And they have many…read moregreat specialty espresso that are unique but also is the price, which tend to be on the higher side especially consider the portions and quantity that you are getting of the price that you pay. I saw the sign that said bakes good happy hour 50% off after 3 pm. Well that was misleading. So everything that I ordered, the cookies and cake are not part of the sale. I wish they were more clear about that. I thought it was 1/2 off which is why I ordered so many to start out with. The taste of the bake good, however, are good and not too sweet which is great. The chocolate chip cookie was meh, there are better ones in Pasadena. The pistachio cooking was good. And the green tea cake was amazing. I just wish there sign for the discount was more clear and things were so pricy.