Employees were friendly and welcoming. Happy to help us pick items as it was our first visit…read more Mocha cafe de olla was delightful. Not too strong of coffee with well balanced flavors. Churros were fresh, made to order. Lovely crisp outside and pillowy center. Choco flan has a great textural contrast, very well made. Everything was not too sweet. Highly recommended.

I wish I lived nearby, I would eat this every day! I was in town visiting family and my aunt took…read moremy husband and I here for dessert. It was so good I went back the next 3 days. They make them fresh when you order. I stopped on my way out of town and ordered a few for the road. They tasted good for a couple days after. I heated them in the microwave and was pretty good still.

Some of the best crepes I've ever had, they have a good variety of gelato flavors. The workers are…read morealso very nice.

they have amazing service & their crepes & dubai strawberries are 10/10. i recommend to go, the…read moreplace is also super cute & nicely decorated.

A cute place, on the smaller side but very clean. Mostly made for to-go but there was a table. They…read morewere out of some items, but we did go in the evening. My husband had really wanted to try their diablitos (?). Everyone was really nice and when we said it was our first time they helped us to the ipad menu so we could see pictures which was very helpful. I got the small mini pancakes with strawberries, lechera, and choco sauce. It was good but nothing incredible. Its on a busy street so you can forget about parking. I think this place would be better for drinks those looked really good.

5 stars again. Love coming here or ordering for pick up or delivery. Last week I ordered and was…read moresad. I paid for the extra syrup and got no extra syrup. But I came yesterday and ordered extra syrup and got it lol. I love my cookie butter lattes. You can def say that I am addicted lol. I've been coming here nearly weekly to get 3-4 and drink them daily. The hubby is hating it. Service is great. Place is clean. The place inside is nice and chill. Parking can be horrible as it's first come street parking. But each time we have been lucky

Came in on a Thursday evening, place wasn't super busy, there was a few people. There was one…read moreperson taking & making orders. She was super nice and helpful. Order took like 10 minutes. Ordered: Oreo louk 9 piece + vanilla ice cream Strawberry louk 9 piece + vanilla ice cream Paid $31. A little pricey but it was worth it! I didn't think I would enjoy it as much as I did. It was super light and airy, the toppings were great and the ice cream was a really good addition. We enjoyed it so much I didn't get a picture. The ambiance was nice, it was clean and spacious inside. I would totally return!

Came on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn't too packed. The service was quick and friendly, and our…read moreorder was ready pretty quickly. The Dubai Chocolate isn't listed on the menu, but I asked the lady and she said it was available and highly recommended it. I also got the Strawberry Shorty. Both donuts were loaded with toppings and the toppings were absolutely delicious. The pistachio chocolate and kataifi were the perfect combination. The strawberry on the Strawberry Shorty reminded me of the strawberry filling in a Duvalin, which I really enjoyed. The toppings on both donuts were amazing, but the actual donuts themselves were a little bland and could have used a bit more flavor for my liking. They were still soft on the inside with a nice crispy exterior. Overall, it was a good dessert and I really enjoyed the toppings. I just wish the donuts themselves had a little more flavor!

Jeanette, the team lead, was extremely helpful with our orders. She was very kind, professional,…read moreand respectful throughout the entire process.

I went in to get quite a big order and I was told it was going to be a while which of course would…read morebe fine and so I waited and sat down and this nice young man named Christopher brought me my order and I wasn't sure where the utensils or the napkins were so I asked him where they were and he went to go grab it for me and made sure that I was having a great experience, while bussing for us, he made great convo and just was great to talk to, and shows he cares about the impact he makes on people. To say the service was good is an understatement, it was Impeccable. As well as the food, I highly recommend the potato's balls, they were my favorite.

I was craving boba and a small snack, so my husband ordered from here via third party app…read more I always enjoy the drinks / milk teas. The appetizers are good. We've ordered the popcorn chicken before. It was good but very salty to my liking. This time we ordered fried and mozzarella sticks. Again, very salty. We would definitely order here again for the drinks, maybe not for the food.

Admittedly it's a quick stop, so i haven't tried all of their offering. Tried the chocolate milk…read moretea -- and idea i've never heard before. I ordered normal sugar and normal ice, and they have the right amount of sweetness. Oftentimes i had to opt for less sugar, but they have it right on normal. Maybe because the boba is not very sweet like most places. I don't know whether i'd do another order for chocolate milk tea though, they somehow doesn't feel 'boba'-esque if you get what i mean. Service was swift. The place is rather small, a fitting spot for a stop and go.

I'm a regular at Handel's. I was craving a late night treat and what better than handel's to…read moresatisfy that sweet tooth. But it was too late to make it to my usual Long Beach location which closes at 10pm. So, it was a pleasant surprise when i found out that the Downey Location closes at 11pm. So, this was my First time at this Downey location at the "Downey Landing" Outdoor Mall. Lots of parking available out front. This is one of the parlor style Handel's locations. I arrived at 10:15pm. There was a descent line but it was moving at a reasonable pace. You order at the window, you pay and wait for your order. The Space outside is nice with a limited amount of seating in a common area. The building is well lit and you can listen to some nice background music while you wait for your order or while eating. For those who don't know Handel's. Their ice cream is made in house daily at every location. And the flavors are seasonal. So, you wont always find the same fruit flavors. You'll also find different flavors at different Locations. Today i ordered 5 pints to go. Flavors in order were... Black Raspberry Chunk Peach Peanut butter parfait Key Lime pie Meri's Choice (never seen this one before) When i got home. I had a sample of each, and although they were all delicious. The 2 that stood out the most were the Peach (made with real peaches) and the Peanut butter parfait. The Key Lime Pie could also be a top place contender. In conclusion. The Ice Cream is always excellent at Handel's. The portions are generous. The prices are reasonable and the service is always good. I once again highly recommend trying them out if you have not already.

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream is a popular destination for rich, housemade ice cream offered in an…read moreimpressive variety of classic and creative flavors. Although the shop operates as a walk-up window with limited seating, upbeat music playing throughout the outdoor area creates an inviting atmosphere. The line moved efficiently despite the steady stream of customers, and the staff remained friendly throughout our visit. Best of all, the portion sizes are incredibly generous. A small serving is practically three scoops, offering excellent value. **Strawberry Ice Cream (Waffle Bowl): 5/5** Handel's truly elevates a timeless favorite with this exceptional strawberry ice cream. It had an irresistibly creamy texture while allowing the fresh, vibrant flavor of real strawberries to shine through in every bite. The crisp, freshly made waffle bowl added a delicious buttery crunch that perfectly complemented the luscious strawberry ice cream. **S'mores Ice Cream (Chocolate-Dipped Waffle Bowl): 3/5** This rendition of the beloved campfire treat had plenty of potential but ultimately missed the mark. While the ice cream itself was smooth and velvety, the graham cracker flavor overshadowed the toasted marshmallow and chocolate notes. The chocolate-dipped waffle bowl added a crisp textural contrast and a subtle hint of chocolate, but it wasn't enough to make up for the otherwise one-dimensional flavor profile. While our experience was somewhat hit-or-miss, Handel's demonstrated why it has earned such a loyal following. With its extensive selection of flavors and substantial portions, we're excited to return and explore more of the menu.

Update: They're no longer affiliated with Fivestars!…read more I've since gone two additional times to try their waffle bites. My last trip was kind of spontaneous because I suddenly got a Fivestars reward that day for these waffle bites. However, when I arrived, I was looking for the Fivestars tablet only to be met by a Clover tablet instead. It felt like I went through a time warp because the employee working behind the register didn't seem to have any idea what I was trying to say regarding Fivestars, though he did notice a little trifold card on the front counter mentioning Fivestars. I asked if he could get his manager so I could explain, and even show, him my Fivestars reward. The reward said "already accepted", which he almost thought meant I had redeemed it already, but if that were the case, then it would have said "already redeemed". Given that they've now done away with Fivestars, I'm not too surprised he may have gotten the words "accepted" confused with "redeemed", but luckily, he was happy enough to honor it for me. The employee who assisted me was very helpful, though he did ask me to repeat the topping and the drizzle that I wanted. I chose the Strawberry Cheesecake flavor ice cream with Fruity Pebbles toppings and a Strawberry drizzle on top. Since I had already tried the cookie flavors before, I figured I'd try the fruity flavors this time around. He said he needed about 5 minutes to prepare my waffle bites, which were presented a little different than last time. Last time, I got the Cookie Butter flavor with *Cookie* Crisp and Peanut *Butter* (see what I did there?), and it came in a small plastic takeout container. This one came in a large plastic cup, and I'm thinking the logistics may have changed a ton between my last two visits. I did appreciate how the employee asked if I wanted the waffles on top of or beneath the ice cream before making the waffle bites; I chose on top. He also asked if I'd like powdered sugar on top, to which I agreed. Unfortunately, neither of the waffle bites I got from my last two visits impressed me that much. As a matter of fact, the only thing that impressed me was the strawberry drizzle. Everything else fell kind of flat. While generous in size for the $8 price tag, the Cookie Butter and the Strawberry Cheesecake ice cream didn't really taste like these flavors at all! For whatever reason, the peanut butter didn't add much flavor, but the strawberry drizzle added a lot! How even?! In short, the waffle bites weren't that much of an upgrade from the ice cream scoop that I had on my first visit. I'm willing to say "too much good was no good" here. The waffles themselves were good, but they can only do so much when a flavored ice cream doesn't even taste like that flavor. It's worth noting that on my penultimate visit, when I got the Cookie Butter Waffle Bites, I saw two employees behind the front counter who were ready to take my order. I asked them to explain what the waffle bites were, but it took them a couple of tries to actually understand what I was asking. From what I gathered, the waffle bites were similar to the ice cream scoop I had on my first visit, but with the addition of a warm waffle to supplement the ice cream. However, the step-by-step process remains the same. I was initially told it would take 6 minutes to prepare the Cookie Butter Waffle Bites, but it actually took 15! It seemed like one was training the other or they were trying to gather the ingredients and/or the steps needed to create the waffle bites. After about 10 minutes, I was told by one of the employees they had to make a new batch of waffles because the first batch had burnt. The music was getting pretty loud, so it was hard to hear him after that, but I didn't want to hold up the kitchen prep process any longer. I just said "Alright, sure" so he could continue preparing my order. I do appreciate how he let me know of this so that I'd know the reason for the extended wait, but I wish they weren't so ill-prepared during my visit. So overall, still 3 stars overall. I appreciate the prior partnership with Fivestars, but these missed opportunities have led me to believe that Cravings is just not for me. I doubt I'll try anything else on their ice cream menu, and considering that there are only a few parking spots in their lot, it will take a lot to get me to try their hot chicken. And speaking of lack of parking, I also want to mention that on my second visit, I saw two open parking stalls right in front of Cravings, one on either side of a car. That car had its driver's side wide open so that I couldn't park there. I had to park on the passenger side of that car, which he left much less room for. Perhaps a microcosm of the clientele in this part of town? Everybody deserves a second chance, right? Unfortunately, not everybody can make the most of them, and this is just one example of such. Thanks for the sweet treats Cravings, but I'll get my next one somewhere else.

If you are looking for a unique experience stop by Cravings Ice Cream! The menu is fun and I have…read morenot seen anything like their options before. The ice cream was a 5/5 for me, the toppings, and waffles combined well giving a crunch to the soft ice cream. Free parking is available but limited, and they have outdoor seating with a v for entertainment. I was joyed to see the international snacks available for purchase! I had to buy some oreos. Another perk was the eatery nextdoor!

guys you have to try the cajeta latte!!!!! best thing i've…read moreever had in my life. the service was very fast and the space is perfect to go and work/read/study. it's so big and comfortable !

I was first introduced to Horchateria through their old San Fernando location, which has since been…read moreconverted into Cafe de Abuela. I knew they had a Paramount location, so while I was in the area waiting for a movie to start at the drive in theater, I decided to stop by and get their infamous cafe de olla. A couple of things I really like about this location that the old San Fernando spot lacked: there is plenty of space to sit down and relax, and the store itself is huge. They also have a good selection of merchandise and food options, plus a drive-thru, which I think is really convenient. Unfortunately, I was pretty disappointed in the coffee. It tasted very bland. I thought adding more sugar might help, but nope. I honestly think it just needed more cinnamon or a stronger overall flavor. Thankfully, it was only $3.80. I'll probably come back another time and try something else on the menu. I do hope they improve the cafe de olla, though, because that used to be the reason I visited their San Fernando location almost every day on my way to work.

This was an amazing experience, honestly felt like such an organic bowl and didn't feel artificial…read more Good customer service. Amazing place clean and well kept.

Good açaí bowl! Great service…read moreCame here because they were open late and still serve açaí bowls!! Great place!