I have been wanting to come here for a long time. My kids gifted me a gift card and I finally went…read moreon a weekday. There was so much construction going on and parking was terrible but I managed to find some in the residential area. There is outdoor seating and very limited indoor seating. The place itself is super cute and I really want to go back already. I love their decor. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by the baristas. The gentleman that helped us at the cashier was extremely friendly, his smile, his attitude and mannerisms were beyond friendly and professional. I have to give him his kudos, because a lot of businesses don't have employees like this anymore. We were not ready, so we let someone go ahead of us. There was so much to order, but I decided to just get two drinks and the jalapeño cheese croissant. I have to say the jalapeño cheese croissant is my favorite. The bread was so warm, flaky, and that cheese and jalapeño were just enough. They did not skimp out on this. Our drinks were SOOOO GREAT! I got the honey vanilla oat latte with the banana cold foam. Yes the cashier guy helped me and I absolutely love all his suggestions. He also suggested the cheddar jalapeño croissant. My daughter got a chai tea latte and we LOVED our drinks. I must come back very soon. I regret not buying some of the treats like the rose cookies and fruity pebble rice crispies that I saw on display. While we were waiting for our drinks outside, the cashier came out to bring us our croissant. I also noticed the trolley outside, which I read serves chili in a bowl on certain days. All around, this place gets five stars + and I can't wait to be back!

Great place to check out!…read more Went around 10:30 AM on a Sunday so definitely a busy time, but the service was quick and the line moved fast. We were able to get a seat inside -- at first I was worried that it would be too loud inside because of the space. But nope! It didn't feel too much at all. It was my first time there and there was a sense of community in it just because of how friendly the staff were. Besides that I loved what I got (the iced London Fog - large with oat milk and a blueberry muffin) and all of that rounded out to about $14.66. This felt pretty average for the area/ LA. Would definitely come again on a nice day.

I had a few hours to kill, so I searched for a spot that'd make me a pourover. And bingo, Memento…read morewas here! Loved the understated signage and labels around the shop, and dug the chill vibe. Chill staff too! I chatted with a barista to find the right cup to get, then enjoyed a brew from Newbery St. (beans from Thailand!). It came out super delicious, and I enjoyed my purchase in air conditioned bliss. Pourover coffee not your thing? There's batch brew, and you can always get a cappuccino. Or matcha. Or a Thai tea. Pastries if you're hungry. Memento was an unexpected *MEMENTO*. I found out they're part of this year's "The World's 100 Best Coffee Shops" list, and this tracks. My only complaint? Wish the music wasn't as loud. Outlets if you need them. Play Pokemon Go? Memento is near a Pokemon gym.

This place is a trip. Every time me &my husband get a drink from this coffee shop there is ALWAYS…read morean issue. We go back cus the coffee&matcha is decent but the service &how they go about ordering&what you can order is absurd. Every time my husband wants to add coldfoam to a drink the barista always says no it's only on certain drinks. But your a coffee shop that provides that on "speciality" drinks but can't offer it on an iced latte that we are willing to pay for? That's crazy. Also there is nowhere on their menu or inside or outside of their shop that says WE CANNOT MODIFY ANY DRINKS on our menu cus if your only putting this "coldfoam" on certain drinks then SAY THAT SOMEWHERE and you should probably put up a sign directly by the menu or at the cash register area saying WE DO NOT ADD ON COLDFOAM ON TOP OF whatever drinks you don't offer it on so people know what to expect when ordering. I really think it's weird and ridiculous that you offer a "coldfoam" on "specialty" drinks but literally cant just put it on top of a plain vanilla latte &the customer can pay for it still, almost ALL coffee shop nowadays offers that at the least. And the TWO drinks I believe they put a "coldfoam" on top of, on the actual menu it doesn't even say that they come with the coldfoam, so how are we the customers suppose to know what drinks come with coldfoam and what drinks don't? Such weird vibes here and wish you guys would just accommodate the customers more cus that's who keeps a small shop like this going.

Great place to work or study. Really good drinks with trendy atmosphere and music. Plenty of seats…read moreand chargers. Parking was a bit snug but was still able to find a space in the shopping center. I got an earl gray iced tea with honey (total $5 and ir was great) it was presented on a spinning record which was unique and on brand! The two gentlemen working the coffee bar were friendly and had a sense of urgency to bring out orders which was great.

Came here with my partner and our pups for a new spot to try…read more Really liked the decor inside quirky, but homey feel to it. I like the bigger community seating style table as well as the living room set up and individual tables as well. Nicley done to accommodate a single person or a group. We ordered a pastry, cortado and a chai latte. Pastry wasn't anything special pretty standard coffee shop pasties, the cortado was pretty good but the Chai left me with a "meh" feeling. Very watered down with how much milk was used. I would have liked to taste more Chai. Other than that not bad and it's nice to see that Lakewood has a few coffee shops out there we can visit. Would we come back.. we have our favorites but if we are in the area sure why not. Beats Starbucks or any big box name.

Walked into Soulmate and the line was almost out the door... always a good sign. Everyone looked…read morehappy and the vibes were so good. Tried the pistachio croissant, passionfruit cheese danish, and a Soulmate Matcha with vanilla banana cold foam. Everything was delicious, and this was actually my first time trying matcha. Definitely coming back!

I am floored! One of the worst Matcha beverages I have ever consumed. BTW- I've visited this little…read morevenue quite a few times. What the heck happened today? On 6*2*26 at about 9:45am...I ordered a Soulmate Matcha and took notice of the young lady adding cinnamon to everyone's drinks. She sprinkled away like there was no tomorrow! Thought, well, someone wants extra cinnamon. I drove away with my Soulmate Matcha which typically contains oat milk, maple, and cinnamon. And to my dismay it was an Adversary not a Soulmate! Not. Edible. At. All. The taste was bitter, a ton of cinnamon floating in my mouth with zero Matcha or oat milk flavor. Disgusting to say the least. Unfortunately, it will be my last visit. $7.25 of pure disgust! Pictures to follow.

GUYS. When I tell you this is THE BEST MATCHA place I am not lying. I got their iced matcha with…read moreoatmilk because I think it's a good baseline to judge them off of. The quality of the matcha is amazing and I love how the matcha presence is very prominent. It has the perfect amount of sweetness without it overpowering the matcha and doesn't leave it tasting grassy or bitter. It is also not too creamy or milky. As for the service, the workers were nice and got the drinks out in a timely matter. I def recommend coming here. 1000/10!

Drinks: 5/5 The matcha drinks tasted premium and well-made…read more I tried the hojicha and was really pleased with the overall flavor. The menu also includes short descriptions, which helps when choosing drinks you haven't seen before. Customer Service: 5/5 The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. They answered our questions about the unique drink options and made the experience feel welcoming. Ambiance: 5/5 The vibe was chill and mellow, perfect for relaxing and enjoying your drink. There are a few tables inside, plus cute merch available. Parking: 4/5 Parking spaces are a bit tight, but availability was good when we stopped by in the evening. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I'm around town.

There's a lot I want to say about this spot but I'm a try and keep it short lol…read more My first time visiting was this past Sunday, May 31st. I had my whole day planned out with a list of events to attend but first I wanted to stop by Patria and grab some coffee to start my morning off. Located in a parking lot next to Wilson Park on Compton Blvd and Alameda Street you'll find this nice cut lawn in front of this small white building, Patria Coffee Roaster. Depending on your time of arrival, the parking lot can be full but it's cool cuz there's also street parking available. I was able to park in the lot. After walking in I was welcomed and greeted with positive energy from 2 young ladies who I forgot their names but we'll just call them "A" and "C" lol. A guy to my right was sitting next to the window working on his laptop. And two others against the wall sipping their coffees and doing whatever on their phones. A customer was at the register ordering while another customer walked in to stand in line behind me. I let her go in front of me while I took pics and recorded footage. I like the atmosphere and space a lot. It has a very nice decor. Artwork, pictures and murals with history displayed along the walls. Grab and cold drinks available for purchase. Nice music playing that wasn't too loud but just right to complement a chill coffee shop vibe. "A" was friendly and patient as shared with her this was my first visit. As I browsed thru the coffee menu before making my selection I noticed more costumes coming in. I ordered a medium sized Americano which is $3.75 but I requested to add some hazelnut creamer as well as some almond milk which totaled out to $4.75 which was quite exceptional to me. Giving the location, the quality of service and the quality of the coffee. Not to mention to overall experience. I even thru in a $1 tip. I support the business and love the space. It feels welcoming and safe. The restroom was clean. They also have many different events held there. If you're ever in the area definitely pull up and check em' out. It's black owned as well. I actually ended up sitting there in the lot sipping my coffee while working on my video to post on social media. The coffee was good and tasteful. Didn't need any sugar. Great vibes and great coffee. You can even go the park right next door and get your steps in or just chill. I definitely recommend coming here. If you're passing thru the area or coming to the city, do yourself a favor and pull up. Check em' out. Grab you a coffee or something. Prices are reasonable and the community is welcoming to all individuals.

While driving home, we noticed this coffee shop and I'm so happy we decided to stop by!…read more Coffee 8/10 We ordered an iced cafe de olla and a quad Ibarra mex mocha. Both were soo flavorful. I will say, the cafe de olla is very spice forward. I taste a lot of cloves and star anise. A bit different than others I've had but I really liked it. The mex mocha was smooth and rich. I did see that their slushies are highly rated and now that it's getting hot, we'll def be back to try them! Food 10/10 They don't have food items on their menu but there are baked goods! We ordered a cream croissant looking muffin and a chocolate chip cookie. Both were warmed up and were absolutely delicious. Vibes/Ambiance : 10/10 We came on a Friday morning and it wasn't too busy. There were people working there as they have free wifi and outlets. The decor and vibe is cute! They have art on the walls, pictures, plants, community flyers/events, and statements that make you feel safe and at home. The staff is so friendly and welcoming too! There is a little parking lot right next to the shop and we didn't find it hard to find a spot. There is a park next door so I can imagine on the weekends, parking might be a bit tricker. Loved that we found a local gem like Patria and will def be back!

Needed a coffee for that afternoon crash, so stopped by here after lunch. Tried the friends with…read morebenefits latte (vanilla and caramel) and the on my way! latte (pistachio). Both were great, but I really liked the friends with benefits cause it was sweet but still strong. Love the fact that they have house-made syrups too! Service was great-- barista was nice and able to recommend options based off my preferences. I also really like their set-up here! Indoor and outdoor seating with great lighting and nice tiled wall designs. The only con is that there's minimal parking in the front, but luckily it was a weekday and there was still street parking. Otherwise, would recommend!

I really enjoyed this place the first few times…read more My last 2 experiences were trash. The lady who took my order had this blank unenthused look on her face every time I see her, doesn't even return a smile, & it makes me feel uncomfortable (as someone who has been in customer service for over 20 years, it makes no sense how they have her at the register). I ordered a matcha tea w/oat-milk and the first time it was amazing; the last 2 times it was trash. I considered the first bad time a hiccup, but the very last straw was when I had horrible bloating for over 24hrs after drinking their matcha tea. I didn't even drink it past the first few sips because it had a horrible taste; I can't even begin to describe how disgusting it was. Their vegan breakfast burrito, however, was excellent--so good! But the overall experience was enough to keep me from returning. Overall sum of my experiences, 3/10--will not recommend, but there's still some good staff there.

A friend attended a meeting here and couldn't wait to tell me about it, the owner and her family…read more So, I grabbed my family and paid a visit. All the times I've been next door at Dollar Tree and even the female owned Nostalgia Gorditas two doors down, I never paid attention to Padekwa. It could be the name. My friend had me at Black owned/Lakewood! Nothing fancy about the sign or outside but the inside is roomie and looks like a great spot to hang out for sips, sweet treats, food & entertainment. The owner's mother son-in-law and another young man were all very friendly. We tried a Bananas Foster Latte, Cookie Crumble Smoothie and a brownie. We enjoyed everything and the prices were lower than similar places in the area. I was advised Padekwa is celebrating their 2-year anniversary this weekend. Gumbo, brunch & R&B are on the agenda. Other events are scheduled fletch month. Can't wait to spread the word about this Black, females owned business! Congratulations on two years!

I've passed by here several times and finally stopped by, was greeted right away by what I'm…read moreassuming are the owners.. you first walk in and looks fairly small but there is a bigger recreational room, very calm and quiet place to just relax and get work done.. I got the raspberry amaretto latte and it's soo good.. had a good balance.. I would def come back

This was my first visit to Cyclops Coffee. This whole plaza has been updated with new stores and it…read morelooks great. I love the new modern look and the addition of this café. The café has outside and inside seating. I prefer to sit outside since there were a lot of students working on their laptops and I didn't want to cause any distraction since we were there to mingle and chat. Being outside was nice, but you also still have other people seated outside, or in passing. The barista/cashier was friendly, especially when I let him know that it was my first time. He asked me what my likes were and said he can make that for me. I went with a hot honey cinnamon vanilla latte and it was good. It may have needed more to it because it was not flavorful and sweet enough. I couldn't taste the honey or cinnamon. It tastes more like a vanilla latte. But I think this is an easy fix next time I order. They also have a restroom for customers which I visited, and it was clean. There is plenty of parking and this is definitely a college crowd, but welcome to everyone.

I absolutely love this coffee shop! Not only is it a great place to study because of the cozy…read moreambiance, but the service is always wonderful and their hot herbal teas are so good. I came here often while studying for an exam, and it was the perfect environment to stay focused. Being surrounded by other people working and studying really creates the kind of atmosphere you need to get through long study sessions. Definitely one of my favorite spots to spend a productive afternoon.

First time here, and I was genuinely impressed. I ordered the Mila's Matcha and the Banana Matcha,…read moreand both drinks had excellent flavor smooth, balanced, and neither overly grassy nor overly sweet. You can actually taste the matcha without it being overwhelming, and the cold foam adds a great finishing touch. At $8 each, the portion size and quality feel worth the price. Service was fast and efficient: order at the front window, pick up at the back. My drinks were ready in about 2-3 minutes. I also appreciate that this is a Mexican-owned business, it's great to see local entrepreneurs creating something this high quality. The location fits perfectly with the concept, and I'll definitely be coming back.

I arrived at 9 a.m. and there was already a small crowd waiting for drinks. To start, they didn't…read morehave any homemade pinguinos available, which was disappointing. They also don't serve breakfast on-site since they partner with a taco spot across the way, and that doesn't open until 10 a.m., so options were very limited at that time. The drink itself was just okay--I've had it before and expected a bit more since it's one of their popular items. I ordered a cold drink, and it was average, about a 3 out of 5. My best friend ordered a hot drink and enjoyed hers more than I did mine. As for the pan dulce, one felt a bit stale, so I chose another based on texture alone, and that one was noticeably fresher. Overall, I'd rate the experience a 3 out of 5 due to the limited morning options and inconsistency in freshness, though the staff and drinks weren't bad--just not outstanding this visit.