Friendly staff. Not too long of a wait…read more Grabbed their iced banana milk latte. I would say this is one of the better banana milk lattes I've had, if not the best. The flavor is not overpowering and doesn't taste artificial. I would definitely come back.

Banana latte is well balanced. Sweet corn latte is tasty. Tiger latte is strong. House drip coffee…read moreis black plain coffee. It's just the flavor added coffees which are well balanced. I ordered 4 coffees and they all come out without label on the cup so if you order a lot to go, be sure to ask which one is which. I ordered large size but the size is like medium size to me. Price is high. Also latte came out without mixing so you have to shake it but again the lid doesn't have lid stopper which I have to asked for that. The Place is small so you are sitting pretty close to other party. Parking is the same parking lot in 168 market so it's challenging sometimes.

If I could give Lotus & Bean 10 stars, I would. Not to be dramatic, but their Banana latte truly…read morechanged my relationship with coffee, and I've loved every single other coffee I've tried since then. There was a month long stretch where I'd HAVE to have their banana coffee every week. Since then, I've tried their Black Sesame, Ube, Pandan, and Strawberry coffees and loved them all! Lynn who I see there often is so sweet & service is so quick! I love grabbing a coffee & heading upstairs to get work done! I will be back again so soon!

Lotus & Bean (formerly, AK fresh roast) is my go to spot for coffee in the SGV. It's dangerously…read moreclose to my office (about 3 miles) so I'm usually here once a week. My go to order is their pandan coffee with oat milk 75% sweetness. If I'm in the mood for something sweet, I'll add a slice of the pandan mochi (or go to Baking with Ish). Lynn is always friendly and so passionate about her business. I love that she makes her pandan syrup from scratch. You can definitely taste the difference compared to other coffee shops. Her pandan coffee is very fresh and strong, it always helps me stay awake. I will always support and tell people about Lotus & Bean!

04/03/26 Friday Got…read morethe High Mountain Pouchong Tea with Cream, Light sweet, no ice, and pearls. The pearls were fresh and chewy. The tea taste stands out among the cream. It's all blended really well with the flavors balanced. Also, the little handle on the cup sleeve is really cute and handy. Nice touch.

~ The best lemon tea! ~…read more Love the creamy lemon tart & high mountain tea with lemon juice! (slightly similar to taiwan's street lemon ice tea) Depending when you go, there might be a wait! They brew the tea each order. There are 3 tables inside! And underground parking.

Jasmine Milk Foam needs more hype :) Dropped by this San Gabriel tea spot late at night with…read morefriends and honestly, new fave hangout. One of the few boba places open til midnight, so perfect for a group chill after dinner. I got the Jasmine Milk White and it's so floral and light, with this creamy top that isn't heavy at all--super easy to finish. My friend's Lucy was bright and citrusy, kinda tropical but not overly sweet. Cute vibe and aesthetics inside, lots of little details that make you wanna sit and chat longer. Tea is on point, vibe is cozy, definitely a Los Angeles must-visit for tea lovers!

Jasmine milk lover reporting in I always get the jasmine apple here. Its great - super refreshing,…read morelight floral, not overly sweet, and you actually taste the tea, not just sugar. This time I came with a friend and we also tried the jasmine milk tea (their "茉莉奶白" style) and wow, that creamy + jasmine combo hits different, really smooth and fragrant. We just sat there sipping and chatting forever, vibe is chill and cute, perfect little tea break spot in San Gabriel. Already planning my next run for another jasmine apple :)

My wife wanted to try Torotea, so she sent me to pick it up. It was takeout, and I had a bit of a…read moredrive home. I wasn't a believer. I kept thinking, *"How many boba shops do we really need?"* One thing that stood out was their ordering system - they don't use the usual percentage options for sweetness and ice. Instead, they have "Perfect Sweet" and "Perfect Ice." Whatever that means, right? I was still skeptical. I waited until I got home so my wife and I could try it together. Mind. Blown. Even though it's a bit of a drive for us, we've already gone back three times in a month. That might not sound like much to some people, but for us to make a special trip just for boba says everything. It's not the fastest. You'll probably wait 5-10 minutes in full, but perfection takes time, and it's absolutely worth it. Suggestion: a stamp or loyalty card would be awesome. No disrespect to the brand, but I think the real Torotea fans would appreciate it.

Torotea has become one of my go-to's in the SGV although they are definitely on the pricier side…read more The interior is modern and cozy, but there is no space to sit and chit chat, only a space to sit to wait for drinks. They provide self-serve water outside of the store in the case that there is a long wait. Fortunately, this has never been the case when I have visited. The employees were also super helpful and very well-versed with their menu. They knew exactly what drink paired well with what jelly. All the drinks are true to the taste profile as described on the website. The Popcorn Milk Tea with Brown Sugar Tapiochi is one of the most popular items and it was indeed very buttery. It had a very unique taste profile, but definitely not for me. I personally really really really enjoyed the Misty Oolong MT which had a light-roasted, malty flavor with subtle buttery highlights. It paired perfectly with the osmanthus jelly. The best drink Torotea has to offer by far!

Was in the area with some friends and we stumbled across Three Fields Coffee! The space is modern…read moreand spacious, with small tables as well as communal tables and even some board games on the shelf along the wall! Definitely a great space for hanging out and/or getting some work done. The staff members were friendly and welcoming as well. I got an iced matcha latte lightly sweetened with agave which was quite good but the matcha flavor could have been a bit stronger. The prices for the matcha are a bit steep though - $8.5 for a matcha latte, and $10 for the strawberry matcha latte or the matcha latte with a matcha cream top. If you bring your own mug they'll give you a small discount on your drink too! Parking: there's a nearby free parking structure, or street parking

EDIT: business let me know there's structures in the back! 4 stories…read more Decent coffee spot but only street parking, hojicha latte was alright, would go back for their biscoff! Service was pretty nice, no issues. Only 1 bathroom. The vibe was pretty chill - seats were comfy!

Chun Yang continues to be at the top of my list of drink places to visit whenever I'm in the San…read moreGabriel Valley area. I love the Oolong tea from here and the variations that they offer have all been very good. I especially like the Pomelo Oolong Tea ($6.49), which is a nice change from the grapefruit that they offer. I also like the Lemon Green Tea with Green Tea Jelly ($5.99) and Kumquat Lemon ($6.59) from here. Service here is great - people are friendly and helpful. I just love everything about this place and wish they opened one in Orange County closer to me. :)

Power tip: a small but nice shop at a very busy plaza, next to a couple of my favorite businesses…read more Menu has a nice variety, but not too overwhelming. After a couple visits there, I realize that I like the black tea latte with 50% sugar. It's very nice that changing the ice and alternative milk options do not cost extra, like many of the other special tea places. Having a reward program is a nice bonus. Looks like I found a new place to be loyal to :D

Came here for their afternoon tea experience and I love the selection of teas. I had the osmanthus…read moreoolong and it was perfect. The employees are helpful and nice and explained everything you needed to know about the experience. The pastries were unique and delicious and the decor inside was beautiful!

My wife and I came to this place based on the pictures of Tie Guan Yin ice cream, but when we…read morearrived and saw that there was an afternoon tea experience, we decided to book an appointment. We both were impressed with the care, detail, and most importantly the tea! We had a choice of 15 tea's, varying from light/floral to dark/bold flavors. Our tea menu provided steeping times for every pour to maximize taste and the assortment of snacks was aesthetically pleasing in preparation and taste. Our server was kind and offered suggestions depending on the flavor profile we were looking for. To top it all off, the space we were given to sit in had A/C in a well lit room. Soft piano music played which gave a relaxing, spa like vibe. Our sitting arrangement was nicely decorated in a modern, Asian chic. I highly recommend this experience for tea lovers who want a cozy 2 hour experience. It was lovely for my wife and I, but the seating can accommodate for up to 6 people.