I had recently come to Asayoru Maid Cafe. One of my boyfriend's friend wanted to try this place. All of us live near the area and this is the first time I had come here. It's a very cute maid cafe and it reminds me of the anime called Kaichou Maid Sama. Servers were nice and explained the menu. The food came out in a timely fashion. My favorite dish would have to be the pop corn chicken (I know it's called something else but I can't remember the name of it). It was very crispy and tender. The matcha parfait was my favorite dessert as well. Definitely got to experience something new. read more

Definitely one of those places to try for the immersive experience and not the food. Some background on maid cafes would have been helpful as well, especially with the chants / various interactions they have you do with them and more. We went for an early-ish lunch, so the options were much more limited compared to dinner. One of our friends has gone for dinner before, and that was much livelier with a much MUCH better menu option. I did take this into consideration as otherwise lunch review for a Sunday would be closer to 3 stars. From outside the cafe to inside, everything was really cute. They have a mascot, which is shown outside and in as well. Enter, and there's a wall of merch you can see and buy. There was another door in that room that takes you to the main dining area, but before it opens, they tell you a lil chant with movements to do. Pretty cool! We were then seated and given our menus. There are combinations which included a photo with a maid. We ended up getting 2 food combos (meal, drink, photo), a dessert combo (dessert, drink, photo), and a drink combo (drink, photo) to all share. The menu had a lot of options, but the food wasn't actually available (darn, was looking forward to some maid drawn omu-rice!), as it was lunch and that was a separate menu. Some items from that were unavailable, so we were super limited with what we could order re food. We ended up trying the following - Miso Salmon - lol, not great. The sides / veggies were better IMO, but they were really small portions. Chicken Teriyaki - the other 3 thought it was pretty good, and I thought it was just mid. Lack of flavor, but chicken texture was decent. Matcha Parfait Dessert Thingy - forgot the actual name of it, but it was pretty! Our maid drew on this which made it special. Taste-wise was fine. Various Drinks - I got a cold brew with tiramisu foam, and that was quite enjoyable. She drew a dog on the foam. Cute! A friend got the coffee with sea salt foam and she requested a fish be drawn. The best LOL. Another got their magic lemonade which was pretty cool! The mixing and such was fun to watch. My daughter got the oreo oat milk drink and she requested a cat to be drawn. Our maid was really nice and explained things extremely well. For the photos, she helped us with standard poses and we all left with a lil polaroid with our experience. Many of the clientele when we were there were solo male, which was what we saw in Tokyo as well. Some groups too. There were a lot of similarities with this maid cafe and the ones we visited in Tokyo, and some differences do include quality of the frequent visitor card (actual plastic card in Tokyo versus paper card here) and the photo came in a frame booklet thingy in Tokyo compared to just the photo here. Would come back for dinner to check that out though! read more

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Asayoru Maid Cafe is a themed café experience that goes beyond a typical restaurant visit. We walked into a space that leans heavily into the maid café concept with a cute, playful atmosphere where the staff stay in character and create an interactive experience for guests. The interior is colorful and inviting, with themed decorations and small touches that reinforce the fantasy of stepping into a different world. It feels less like a place you visit just for a meal and more like a destination where the environment and performances are a big part of the appeal. The main draw is the experience itself. The maids are welcoming and energetic, and the interactions are what make the visit memorable. We had the chance to take themed photos, including Polaroid-style pictures that the staff decorated on the spot as part of the experience, adding a personal touch that you do not get at a standard café. The energy of the room shifts depending on the time of visit, with daytime feeling more relaxed and evenings offering a livelier, more performance-driven atmosphere. The special events and stage performances add another layer to the visit, making it feel more like an entertainment venue than a simple dining stop. The food is more of a supporting part of the visit rather than the main reason to come. The menu includes Japanese-style comfort food, desserts, and drinks, with items like omurice, chicken katsu curry, and parfaits that fit the playful theme. The omurice, in particular, is often presented with a cute design drawn in ketchup, reinforcing the interactive nature of the meal. While the food does not aim to compete with dedicated Japanese restaurants, it gives you something to enjoy while taking in the performances and interactions, and the portion sizes are reasonable for the café format. Service is where Asayoru really stands out. The staff put genuine effort into making guests feel comfortable, especially for first-time visitors who may not know what to expect from a maid café. They guide you through the menu, explain the interactive elements, and maintain the energy of the room without making it feel forced. The commitment to the theme makes the experience feel unique and memorable rather than just another themed restaurant. Asayoru Maid Cafe is worth visiting if you are looking for something different from a normal dining experience. It is best approached as an entertainment café where the atmosphere, staff interactions, and themed details are just as important as the food. Whether you go with friends or by yourself, it offers a fun introduction to maid café culture and leaves you with the sense of having experienced something that feels more like an outing than a meal. read more

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Such a fun experience regardless. Though I heard dinner time is more fun since there will be more "Maids". Came here for lunch and our Maid was so sweet and kind. She explained everything and even gave out food recommendations. The hospitality here is great. The ambiance is clean, bright and exceptionally friendly. Because the Maids take such good care of you, this can be a solo date. You won't feel alone. You can order drinks, food and desserts. Some of them even come in packages so you can basically get a whole combo. Some of the drinks are interactive where you get to cast a fun "spell". For extra pricing, you can request for a fun silly dance and even take Polaroid photos that you can take home for a keepsake. Overall, very fun and entertaining meal. I got the tuna melt and it was heavenly! Only thing I didn't care for was the veggies as they were welted since it was a hot sandwich. Other than that, very good flavors! read more

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Come for the Maids, not for the food. Every Maid served to perfection and made our experience so fun. We ordered the deluxe combo which came with drink, entree and dessert and a discount on the pics. The entree food was luke warm, but the desserts and drinks were good. Overall a super fun experience. read more

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You come here for the experience, not the food so make sure you lean into the vibes--otherwise, it's just not that fun. The cups and decor is minimal but cute. I liked the plates and the star cups, though the star cups are very impractical to drink out of without a straw. Honestly, the food is much too overpriced for the quality. The katsu rice was dry and tasted too instant for me. The maid service leaves much to be desired as you really just say their magic spell before you eat to make sure it is delicious. It was cute but that was the most interactive experience you get. You can take chekis (photo) with the maid which are pretty reasonably priced, but they can only accommodate (when we asked) a party of 5 in one large photo. read more

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Wrote one of my most thoughtful and long reviews of Asayoru Maid Cafe, one in which I felt I addressed the decor and ambiance of the establishment, its food, and most importantly the gimmick service at play here, one of "maids" that serve food and take pictures with their patron "masters." I tried to imbue my review with a sociological commentary of the restaurant and the activity I witnessed and Yelp removed the review despite it getting many likes!?! Personally, I think someone from the management, owners, waitresses and/or devoted customers complained to get Yelp to take it down, so here is my leaner and less specific review in its place... Let it be known that an actual cosplay loving and anime devotee brought me here and that, while Asayoru was intended for people like her, the majority of patrons at lunch were men of a certain ADULT age and they were regular patrons fawning over their favorite maid-waitresses serving them expensive but subpar food, the quality of which can be found at most any 7-11 for a third of the price. (** The maid waitresses themselves apologized for the food in advance and explained the menu was being retooled so we should positively come again soon to experience the new one!) We had a traditional Japanese egg sandwich that was anything but proper and right as the ones I've had both in Japan and in restaurants about LA use the characteristically soft style milk bread and this was served in a stiff ciabatta roll that seemed old. It also lacked the characteristic flavors and seasoning of Japanese egg sandos. Our tropical drinks were fine enough, but nothing to merit their price either and the kitty kat sundae my date had was tasty enough but less so than anything procured at Baskin Robbins 31 Flavors Ice Cream Parlors. It was just cuter. Really what one comes to Asayoru for is the show, for lack of a better term. The performance by the nicely costumed and enthusiastic maids that take your orders, make you engage in chanting with them, and ultimately try to sell you "chekis," really just Polaroids with them that they mark up after they've been developed. It seems like it was designed for a younger audience, certainly not me, a man in his 50s, but the whole experience made me feel taken for the fool somewhat... and I really felt conflicted about a man in his early 30s I met at the restaurant who boasted that it was his 115 th time there, what with the thousands and thousands of dollars he must have spent on photos, merchandise, exclusive memberships they push, and the like. Asayoru played out in a manner that invoked Chippendale's or Hooters, sans nudity of course, and it really just was not my cup of tea. read more

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Asayoru is my favorite socal maid cafe and I've been to a few similarly themed maid pop ups and permanent cafes both in the LA area and in Japan and Asayoru definitely lives up to service you receive abroad. Staffing, food and outfits are where Asayoru excels. For a kitschy themed café the food is pretty decent and the parfaits are delicious. The maids are kind and entertaining, vibes are good. The only thing I would hope they improve on is decor, which is a little plain and the chairs are uncomfortable. The desk like tables, lack of sunlight and the bright overhead lighting makes you feel like you're in the waiting room of urgent care. Parking is free and there's a large lot connected to the building. read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

We got the deluxe food combo with the oden udon, Santa parfait, and s'mores latte. It was cute and I got to chat with the maid about gatcha games and more. I got serviced by a nonbinary maid and they understood how I wanted be addressed in a nonbinary way. The ambiance was fun. I've never gotten to go to a maid cafe before this. read more

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Cute little maid cafe tucked in Monterey park ! Very close to the freeway located in a plaza where there is garage parking, however you may find parking on Atlantic ! This maid cafe is on the Atlantic side of the plaza , it faces it! Super cute , had a good time here , the girlies were so welcoming ! Had fun and the food was great too ! Will come back and check it out again for sure ! read more

Pros: Cool concept. Cute decor. Staff tries. There are interesting options for add ons. Might be a cool place for an event. Cons: Sailor Moon wands were worn out already. Drinks and food is overpriced for what you get. read more

It seems like asayoru does do their best to imporve and i saw that today when I visited! Pretty much everything i had an issue with in my previous review was resolved! I recognized something was different immediately when I came in..they seemed a lot more confident and uniformed in their actions. Like they had a solid system instead of how they always looked so panicked and uncertain before. We were seated quickly which again i was suprised since I already knew they were gonna be busy for the day. The wait time for us to be noticed and our food coming out improved a lot too! I even looked around and noticed they had a decent crowd of people. before even when it was slower times I used to wait for what felt like forever but today they were really on it. I noticed they added little bells at the tables and I was so happy to see that. It really shows that they wanted to fix the issue of some people feeling like they weren't being seen or helped fast enough. My food came out hot and I was again delightful about that. It really did seem like it was a big improvement from my previous visits. Idk if they had a talk about these issues or if I caught them just on a particular good day. But either way im just real happy that I saw the improvement. The food was real good btw! I think that pulled pork sandwich should be permanent lol also I overheard Sae talking to a customer about the bells and how when someone rings the bell they sometimes look and are stuck trying to figure out who rang it. I was almost tempted to butt in and suggest maybe they have light sticks that can light up and make a sound and it can not only be an audible indicator but a visual too! (I saw a japanese restaurant once use magical girl sticks on this manner lol) so just a thought to throw out there! Great job everyone! Im real proud to see you all continue to grow! read more

It's a very cute and fun place to go with friends. The maids are very friendly and they play into their roles perfectly! The desserts and drinks are top tier and a maid draws on it with chocolate which is as super cute. They offer vegan and vegetarian options as well, I got the vegan mango parfait and it was delicious. read more

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You don't need to travel to Japan to go to the closest and cutest maid cafe, you just have to take a trip to Monterey Park My sisters took me for my birthday and it's an experience that's stayed with me, I can't wait to take my daughter for hers! The egg salad sando I had was in the simple side, but the drinks and desserts were so delicious and absolutely adorable! The service is unlike any other, Maid Poyo took incredible care of us and made sure we had a sweet and memorable time. There are different entertainment options you can choose from, you will never be bored in this setting, only delighted! Check out ASAYORU Maid Cafe and I can't wait to go back next month! read more

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The food was fine, only small bites were available at our visit (probably understaffed at the time) so theres not to much to judge on and my group enjoyed our drinks and dessert, they even draw little designs on the dessert! The service here was really good, we went for our friends birthday and they gave us a little scoop of icecream. Our maid Saiki was really fun and nice! The performances and services were a little pricy but thats to be expected for a themed based cafe where the focus is on the maids. Only issue that set us off is that we were a group of teenage girls + our little gay friend and the whole cafe was filled with men with questionable hairlines and of a certain well personality for most of our visit. It was clear we were not the regular audience and it made us feel a little uneasy towards later in the night. Some reviews claimed that the maids didnt meaningfully interact with them but maybe when reading those reviews consider who these people might be, because theres a no touching maids rule for a reason... read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - dessert menu - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

All the maids are cute, the ambiance is nice, we got the service treatment we wanted. The food and drink were fair for a maid cafe, but be wary, there are specific times for specific things!! I thought I'd be able to get some foods but they were Dinnertime only! Be sure you know when you're going and what they offer because if differs often I think with events as well! read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Went with friends with a party of five. The service was extremely nice and welcoming. Food was decent but what really matters is the experience. 10/10 would recommend if you are into with stuff. Had a great and fun time. read more

HAPPY 2000th REVIEW! In honor of this milestone, I have to give an updated review on MY FAV BUSINESS & 2023 SERVIES BEST FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF WINNER, ASAYORU MAID CAFÉ! Just in time too because they moved to their new physical location in MPK. As I'm writing this they'll still be in soft opening (hehe, my 1st review for them was also during this phase), but they'll be having their grand opening soon! You can see from driving past how absolutely CUTE everything from their window & door displays facing the street featuring their café mascots. Everything is themed so very nicely (I'm a huge sucker for this) from the water cups, the interior windows, the amazing new stage that they have, & even the restrooms! I gotta say, their restroom is cutest in all of SGV! They have more hours & days open now. You can have your dose of moe in the morning or at night! They have a morning, "Asa", shift where it's more chill & relaxing & the maids wear their elegant long maid uniforms. There is an hour break & then they open for their evening/night "Yoru" shift where the maids don their iconic fits. Events, performances, etc. generally occur during this time period! From the start you are welcomed in through their magical door via casting a spell & the maids welcome you home. There is counter seating & table seating available. If it's your first time there, there is a discount! Just make sure to let the maids know! You can also ask for the maid menu to see which maids are on shift that day, what their special performances are, & to help you choose who to take your cheki (commemorative, hand decorated Polaroid photo) with. They also have one shot cheki where it's only the maid if you're not one for photos as well. When you're ready to leave, the maids will say their "see you soon's" to you as well. From their menu, you can choose a wide array of entrée, appetizer, drinks, & dessert dishes, but it's highly recommended to get a combo since it comes with a cheki. Make sure to order something with the little Kon star next to it for some maid magic where a maid can hand draw some chocolate or ketchup art on your dish or you can help cast a super special spell on your food! Definitely makes the experience much more fun. I've tried a good chunk of what's available on their menu thus far, but since it's soft opening, it's only a matter of time before we'll get even more! I also have to say that the food is a big improvement on when they had to share a venue space. Portions are MUCH bigger, & everything is quite tasty. Deluxe combos come with a side of salad or soup (the miso soup is pretty good), the curry now comes with an extra little bowl with more curry (with potato & carrots), the pieces of karaage are quite large, the parfaits now have coconut whipped cream & the Matcha Meido & Mango Sorbet ones come with a cute little laminated decoration you can take with you as well. Alright, now if you are not a normie visiting for the first time or a casual, or maybe you became hooked after your 1st visit, & want to dive more into the world of maid cafes, you MUST open a FREE membership with them. This is all done digitally & with each visit you can work your way to upgraded membership levels that come with new added rewards & benefits! NEXT, you HAVE to go to one of their events. Either make a reservation for their non-ticketed event day or make sure to book your ticket for an event that requires one. For ticketed events, there's usually a special themed drink & dessert. These ticketed events also come with goodies such as a stamp sticker for your Asayoru passport (if you collect 4 you get one for free!), a button, signed bromide, & much more. Events have special performances, maids may have different outfits/accessories, & there's usually some event limited merchandise too. Follow them on social media to get these updates as some of the events & goods sell out quite quickly! NOW, I hate that I have to put this disclaimer but due to some cringe individuals, I gotta. I ALWAYS speak highly & share how amazing Asayoru is to everyone, & especially during my con panels to the community, but I always put in a caveat of making sure to make a reservation & to be wary that they do get busy some days. On those busier days, there will be a wait. Either use that time to catch up & hang out with your party or idk go play a mobage or something. The maids are always doing their best & if you're malding about that, then maybe you're just a big baby!! Asayoru Maid Café is truly a passion project & manifestation of the love, effort, & dreams of all the maids & staff involved. From the merch, artwork, designs, small details that go into the decor, everything is done by the maids if not credited to anyone else. That is insane! Immensely admirable & inspiring to see their journey from the start, present, & into the future! Absolute MUST for any anime fan & even if you aren't, you gotta try it at least once! read more

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I love Asayoru Maid Cafe! This is my second time visiting, but my first time at their new home on N Atlantic Blvd. It was a little confusing finding this place at first because Google Maps kept directing me to their old location. However, I received an email from them to redirect us. I attended the Azure Lane collab event. The cafe was decorated so nicely and I loved the bunny costumes. I honestly don't play Azur Lane, but I'm a bunny girl for life. The themed food looked great and the taste was alright. My pasta tasted a bit bland. Although, it was fun having the maids decorate my plate. I also added a picture of my friend's burger because our maid was so funny when he asked her to draw a meme. I love the drinks, but I really just come here for the entertainment. If you want your food to be extra tasty then just make sure to cast the magical spell, "moe moe kyuuuuun"!!! The maids are very hospitable and fun. (Shoutout to Latte and Riri!) The head maid was an excellent hostess for the event. I really enjoyed the dances and interactive aspect. I went home with a lot of Azur Lane goodies too. They had a lot of items to purchase as well. I'm looking forward to coming back home. (´`Ʃƪ) read more

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After going here for years, things have only gotten better. Their service keeps improving, the food has gotten WAY better over the years, and everyone here never fails to put a smile on your face. The only complaint I would have is how expensive it can be. Prices over the years have definitely gone up as with everyone else and this place is no exception. However the deserts are to die for. read more

You generally go to maid cafes to interact with the maids but the food here is genuinely delicious and comparable to (and often better than) conventional restaurants. I especially love the meteor conquest and mentaichan udon dishes. And of course the cute maids and magic spells bring a slice of Akihabara to LA. Very authentic! read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - Meteor Conquest (hamburger steak rice) - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Solid food and good vibes. They're attentive to allergies and dietary restrictions and had even made a note of them on our second visit. You can tell the staff here is passionate about what they do. It doesn't surprise me that they've built up such a strong community. read more

I hope this doesn't sound like a rebuttal to another review but I just want to praise this cafe and how well it has been operated. I think they moved to the current permanent location at Atlantic Times Square plaza in December 2024, that's when I had my first visit but they were at a previous location before in Arcadia. They recently had their official grand opening and the Monterey Park city council and many San Gabriel Valley elected officials were also there to celebrate this momentous occasion. They are truly becoming a pillar of the community especially with their idol group MoeAge. Before Asayoru, I've only been to one other maid cafe, so I was not very familiar with the customs and magic of these type of cafes. I always thought you have to go to Akihabara district in Tokyo, Japan to experience this. But Asayoru really did a fantastic job of bringing the magic and authentic experience here. Of course they offer their own unique twist and an American flavor, but it only adds to their charm. There was a patron that told me that she visited one of the most well known maid cafe in Akihabara and Asayoru actually has better food. So far, I have only positive experiences and everyone that comes here are wonderful people as well. I really admire their loyalty and dedication to supporting this cafe and all the maids. So it is a bit sad to see disparaging comments about other patrons and to insult the people that work here. You can generalize and compare this to other types of establishments (I have nothing against those establishments and I find them enjoyable too) but they are a totally different type of experience. The maids here truly believe in the fantasy and magic they provide and they put a lot of work in their craft. If you have complaints on their food and service, we all welcome your feedback on this forum. As much as I love this establishment, I too think they have room for improvement. But we shouldn't judge others that come here. You post pictures of the cafe on Yelp so you're obviously curious and drawn to what they offer. There are people that go to every Taylor Swift concert and there are passholders that visit Disneyland everyday, it brings them joy, so why are you belittling them? Asayoru has build a positive relationship not just with their fans. If you attend their monthly Hyperstellar show and Milkyway Marketplace, you can see they have a constructive and amazing collaboration with other performers and the community. That is something I truly respect, because they are not just here to promote themselves but others who share their passion. read more

So cute, great service, and the food and drinks are so good!! The chekis are so cute to have! Maid Riri is one of my favorite maids she makes everything fun and the conversation with her are so great to have. read more

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I've been to Asayoru Maid Cafe a couple of times, and I really enjoy the ambiance and welcoming atmosphere. It can be a little intimidating to visit a maid cafe at first since there's a specific process for ordering and receiving food and services, but the maids are very sweet and take the time to explain everything to newcomers. Parking is easy--there's free parking available in the plaza's parking structure. The hours are straightforward: Asa (morning) runs from 11am-3pm, which feels like a cozy lunchtime vibe, and Yoru (night) runs from 5pm-9pm, more like a dinner hangout. Each time slot has its own unique vibe and menu, but the same cute and thoughtful service. Personally, I like coming in the morning because it feels more like a traditional cafe, complete with cute background music. I can even bring my laptop to work or a notebook to journal. The maids are super friendly--even when I don't know what to say, they're always kind and welcoming. At night you can see the maids sing and dance, and sometimes they even have amazing collabs! The food is typical cafe entrees, but I recently had their caprese sandwich and it was delicious! Of course, the main highlight is really the service and ambiance. I'd highly recommend visiting--whether you're going solo or with a group of friends. Moe, moe, kyun~! read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - ice coffee with sea salt foam - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

My first time at a maid cafe was interesting. I have no other base of judgement, but the maids were really nice and made my experience unique. The dessert was alright, but I knew it was for the experience. We got the strawberry ice cream thing, a flavored soda, and a coffee(I can't remember what they're called) the ambience was unique and vibrant. I would recommend this unique experience. read more

Me and bf talked about dining at a maid cafe for shits and giggles. Bf is a normie and I am a weeb. We've heard about Asayoru being at Barcadia initially before relocating in MPK at the Atlantic Time Square plaza. We didn't really know what to expect since it was our first time ever giving this place a go. The experience is superrrrr kawaii! Staff are always in character and really fun to interact with. They draw cute little things on your food and tailor it to your experience. Sae, Poyo, and Latte were there for the day. Ended up getting a cheki with Latte since we interacted with her the most. While the food didn't wow me, the overall experience and hospitality is super fun. I got a mango green tea with star jellies and surprisingly it wasn't too sweet. Latte gave us some lore about Kon and their maid mascot Milky. Everything is so brightly lit and nicely decorated! There's additional things you can order like games or requesting for a performance. There were even people studying and have their favs they interact with the most. You can defo tell who the regs are lol. This is a really unique experience to try and sgv is blessed to have a gem like Asayoru. They really do know their demographic and their niche. I'm returning since I haven't tried their desserts yet, but my bigger weeb sister is coming with me. Moe moe kyun :3 read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - Kon's meteor conquest - hamburg steak - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Came here on a Thursday night with my girlfriend (who loves Japanese culture) , and was greeted by a very nice maid! Then we were taken inside, which seemed like a hybrid of a cafe/school table setting. Since me and my girlfriend were hungry, we decided to get the food combo, which comes with a drink, entree, soup or salad, and a Polaroid photo with a maid. I got the karage, and honestly, it was just ok. I have had way better karage elsewhere. Nothing special about the miso soup too, but it was good on a cold day (hard to screw up miso soup though). I think if I were to come back, I would just get their dessert combo after having a meal elsewhere. However, I would say the main attraction here is the service from the maids, and probably the best service I have ever gotten. They were very friendly to me and my girlfriend, and they were very interactive. Their energy was very bubbly for sure. I also loved the Polaroids that they took with me and my girlfriend. Overall, I think the maid cafe was a fun experience. Their food is very average, but the maid's service was phenomenal. So that comes out to be a 4 star experience for me. read more

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Really cute place! My girl friend and I came here for lunch this past week and service was excellent! We got to try their new bento boxes, which were delicious. Also loved their magical drinks that came with a cute skit. I believe they serve high tea here too so definitely looking forward to coming back here for their high tea! read more

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I stopped by this Cafe tonight while waiting to meet up with a couple friends before a movie. We had seen some decent reviews and figured, hey, why not check it out? I got there a little earlier than them and just walked in. Nothing flashy -- I was dressed normal and just curious about the place. There were a few people already at the front, talking to the staff, so I waited. The girl at the desk asked if I had a reservation, which is fair, but the vibe was off. It wasn't welcoming. It felt more like "Why are you here?" than "Hi, welcome in!" As soon as she asked, the group in front of me turned to look, and it honestly felt like I had walked into the wrong room or something. I asked if they had coffee, and the answer was basically: Yes, but only if you dine in. Again, fair enough, but the energy was weird -- like I didn't belong there. That was enough for me. I stepped outside, called my friends, and told them we should go somewhere else. Maybe others have had better experiences, but this just didn't feel like a place that actually wants new customers walking in off the street. read more

Food here is delicious! Super bubbly and cute ambiance. Customer service beyond amazing! read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - Love this cafe! All the maids are so sweet and nice. Super talented. Moe-moe kyun! - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Such a cute and amazing place to visit. Such nice and respectful staff had such an amazing time plus the food was actually incredible. Definitely make sure to get a polaroid for the memories!! read more

Really fun interaction.. the food was good.. first time going to a maid cafe had alot fun with some of my friends. Worth going again.

Had a wonderful time at my first maid cafe experience. It was truly eye opening since I've never been to one. Our maid, Sumi, was super attentive and friendly; did not miss a beat in making sure our group was taken care of. My favorite meal was definitely the karage chicken and the strawberry parfait tasted like pocky. It was delicious! Also, a special shoutout to RiRi for showing my boyfriend on how to make a saam (I think that's what it's called ). Everything was honestly made so cute with a personal touch. We will be back!! read more

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Service and the vibes are immaculate. Can't go wrong with adorable maid themed servers who also are amazing performers (they sing and dance). Love coming back to Asayoru Maid Cafe. read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - Sea salt cream iced coffee - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

The atmosphere is quite casual and the servers are very helpful to the best of their abilities. The food is a tad expensive but it is worth it just for the experience. The maids are usually rather busy with other guests, so they're not always able to tend to you right away. Also when I was there, there was a bit of a snafu; I ordered coffee but later was told they didn't have sugar and cream. read more

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I was really wanting to like this place. My kiddo was excited to check them out. Based on the reviews I was expecting a great experience. I'm sad to report that I was disillusioned. I'm only going to provide constructive feedback as I do want them to do well. The Maids stayed in character the whole time so I hope that they do receive a decent salary off of the forced 18% gratuity. The food is literally cafeteria food. It would behoove the owner to create at least a couple of high quality signature dishes to give diners a reason to return. The lighting is so bright inside that it feels clinical. There was nothing cozy about this decor. There was nothing playing on the screen so if you are new to the Maid theme, you'd walk out of there not learning anything new. In order for this type of fantasy business to succeed you have to go all in on the fantasy. $85 later for mediocre food and nothing to look at or experience, we will not be returning. I will stick to Little Tokyo for my anime experiences. I hope the owner is able to continue to invest in improving the business because it just doesn't feel ready. It was this empty during our meal which made it very depressing. read more

Asayoru Maid Cafe - This large screen is the majority of the ambiance plus the cardboard posters, nothing else. There's very little creativity to the space. - Themed Cafes Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Kind of a late review, especially given that they're moving locations soon, but I wanted to get this in before that - on Maid Day! Anyways, they are the real GOATs of the US maid cafe world (which is admittedly not that large, but whatever). As a background, I am not a maid cafe expert or lover. They're kind of cool and okay, but it'd probably not be the kind of thing I go out of my way to attend except for maybe a rare special occasion. That being said, I end up going to Asayoru A LOT because my gf drags me here. So in a sense, I wonder if I can provide the semi-normie point of view. The performances are really high energy and impressive. All of the maids seem like they've mastered a few performances (dancing, singing, etc.) They're definitely really really good dancers and singers, which is super impressive because they're in pretty complicated costumes with relatively complicated shoes. The reason you come to these places is I assume mostly the performances, and they're really good! My favorite performance was actually one maid, I think her name was Maid Dollie, who was able to randomly do a heavy metal performance very well (let the bodies hit the floor). This actually brings me to my next point - is that I think a lot of the performances, maid themes, etc. are all very unique and individualized to the person in question. I think helps a lot in a world where there's not that many maid cafes. I've visited a few when I used to live in Japan and I think Asayoru is basically comparable quality, but they also seem to have far more diverse themes, costumes, personalities, appearances, talents, performances, etc. So that's really cool and nice - and a huge reason why people like this place, I think. That being said, they also have unique themed events and they are are very nice as well. I've been to Christmas and my favorite is Aswoleyoru, where most of the maids are based muscular dudes they find somewhere (only real chads can wear the maid dress.) I got to be princess carried by Maid Walker (a Texas Ranger themed maid). Very nice. One fair warning though - there appear to be some people who are REALLY into this place. Like real mega superfans. And if you want to get into unique events, snatch unique merchandise, etc. etc., prepare to struggle and fight for your life. My only downside I that I hope when they move to the next location, they have some zero-sugar drink options. All the drinks they have are very cute, but too sugary for me. Happy Maid Day! read more

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We love the ASAYORU MAID CAFE! The food is cute and delicious! The service was awesome! They have a lot to do between serving and decorating the food, taking chekis and preforming and every time we have been, they were pretty busy! The service was very specialized so everything took a little extra time but totally worth it!! We would like to give a special shout out to: SAE, RIRI, SAKURIN, LATTE, NICO & LULU for making our birthday celebrations so special! Can't wait to go back! THANK YOU!! read more

My first time was amazing!!! I look forward to the next time I return. Thank you, Ms.Moon, for the customer service. read more

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