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    Eli Cafe

    3.2 (29 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Melissa S.

    Customer service can improve. For having 3 people working there they aren't efficient on order taking. It appears that a single person takes the drink orders and makes the drinks and the other 2 work as a team and sell the pastries. They aren't universal. In addition I asked if they would suggest the chocolate twist or the chocolate crossiant and they mumbled something and called out the third coworker who then took a drink order and I never got an answer, they just looked at me dumfounded. With an answer like that I opted not to get either. Maybe they were trying to tell me neither were good. Either way I didn't want to take the chance of a bad pastry order. I settled on the apple Danish. It was ok. The filling was squishy. Not very appley. I was hoping for more pieces of apple to really bite into it was more of a jelly inside. And it wasn't as flakey as I had anticipated. I wouldn't order it again or recommend it. On the other hand my husband got the Turkish bread. I thought he was going to get the sesame Turkish bagel, but he ordered what looked like a hoagie roll. To my surprise it was really good. It had a good crust and ultra soft on the inside and just the right flavor. Not to sweet, but not to plain either. I recommend the Turkish bread. I'd order it again. They also sell Turkish delights, They are displayed in the window. I haven't tried them as I'm afraid they are dried out as they have been sitting there awhile. One day I'll give them a try, but for the price it's a huge investment to be disappointed. I go to a Turkish Delight store in Santa Barbara and they have one in San Luis Obispo and they specialize in Turkish delights, That is there main source of income so I know they are fresh in addition they give you free samples before you buy them, If this place gave you a tiny free sample I'd be first in line to try them and stock up. They are pricy, but if they are good they are worth it. And I'm not talking See's candy pricy, I'm talking specialty chocolate shop pricy.

    Turkish delights!
    Ray T.

    Happen to stop by Arden this morning and I noticed this coffee shop tucked away along one of main entrances (next to BJ's). I intended on grabbing a quick cup and leaving it at that but they also fresh pastry and Turkish candies!! Awesome. I order Carmel latte, a raisin roll (yummy) and I tried a piece of Pomegranate pistachio candy, also yummy. The young lady who served me was very friendly and helpful. Great service! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's very nicely decorated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There are a couple of bistro tables located just outside the front door.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    KC C.

    Cute Cafe inside Arden Mall. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I stopped by Eli Cafe while shopping at Arden Mall and loved the cozy, aesthetic vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a cute little cart for gelato and beautifully displayed desserts that almost look too pretty to eat. I was curious about the Turkish coffee, so I asked the barista about it, she mentioned it was really strong, and since it was already late in the evening, I decided to go with an iced vanilla latte instead. That ended up being the perfect choice, it was so creamy, smooth, and just right. The only downside was the chocolate chip cookie, it wasn't sweet at all and tasted like something was missing. But overall, I enjoyed my visit and will definitely be back to try more drinks next time!

    Dubai latte
    Kimberlee N.

    I love the Turkish delights. They're beautiful & tasty. This time though I got the Dubai latte. It is $11.95?!?!?! Holy expensive coffee. It was good but very sweet & rich as you would expect but more than I could handle. I wanted it in a small drink but only comes in a medium. Could not finish it even though I shared with a friend. It is a pretty drink though.

    Cassandra B.

    I think I've been here maybe twice. The first time I bought Lavender syrup. This time I bought a con panna. This is one of my quick pick me ups to get. If you know you know. FYI not every coffee shop sells this or even knows what it is so I always get excited when it's on the menu. Warning! The ones here are very strong, I had a double shot and it kept me up all night next time I will ask for a single shot because my body was not prepared for the night ahead why did I take a double shot at night, I'm not sure but never again.

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    Chef Will G.

    My wife was late for her Apple appointment so gotta kill 1 hour. I always notice places with caffeine. Ambiance Bright colors. Vendor cart with I think gelato. Nice beverage display. Very welcoming. Rating 5 Customer Service Very friendly. Served me Turkish coffee in porcelain cup. Rating 5 Baklava Big display of these delicious treats. Guy told me the baklava came from Turkey and he assured me that is good. My baklava was so good, it was fresh. Rating 5 Turkish Coffee It was ok. Not an expert but I have had better. Rating 3.

    Found hair baked into the pastry
    Eileen L.

    Was looking to get coffee and saw this spot in the Arden mall. Typically I don't get coffee from shops in the mall but I decided to take a chance. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside looked clean and organized and the front staff was nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a spinach and Parmesan pastry and it was decent until I went to pull the last half out of the sleeve and found a long hair sticking on the pastry. The hair was at least 6 inches long and stuck. I tried to pick it out because perhaps it fell and maybe it was mine- but this was for sure baked into the pastry and it was stuck. Spent $14 for this and a small 12 oz coffee and the coffee was nothing to speak upon. Hopefully their staff will notice whether or not long hairs are on the food.

    Dubai chocolate latte

    I went in here thinking the drinks looked. I was sooo disappointed. The Dubai chocolate latte was pretty bad, and I hated the pistachio filling on the bottom. It also didn't mix well in due to being so thick. I rather go to Sana Cafe for that type of drink. I had to throw most of it away. I can't speak to the desserts or anything else in there though. But I won't be back

    Iced coffee
    Zach T.

    This is a cool place and very unique. There is a gelato station and ice cream for scoops or an affogato. They have a variety of baklava and Turkish delight pastries. Here is why they are unique. I asked the barista at the counter if they make them at the shop. She said they are imported from Turkey (Türkiye). If you're in a hurry there is a grab and go section as well. The coffee flavor was great. I asked for cream in the coffee and I thought they would have some fresh cream in a fridge. Unfortunately I was offered land o lakes cream that was sitting in the dining room for lord knows how long. This location offers tap to pay.

    Mocha
    Julie D.

    **Eli Cafe** is a tiny treasure tucked away in Arden Fair Mall. Now, let's talk seating. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There isn't any inside the cafe itself, but the mall has graciously provided a few tables outside, just enough for a game of musical chairs if a crowd gathers.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Pro tip: snag a seat early, or you'll be left balancing your Turkish delights midair![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Speaking of Turkish delights, this place is a *party* of pastries! I ordered a raisin croissant that was *melt-in-your-mouth* dreamy: perfectly flaky outside, soft as a cloud inside. Hubby got the cheese muffin, but I couldn't get close to it because he devoured it faster than I could say, "Let me try!" Based on his silent joy (and crumb-free plate), I'd say he loved it. What we found amusing? [[HIGHLIGHT]]Eli Cafe isn't just popular with us; it's apparently the hangout spot for mall staff, who were grabbing goodies left and right. Seems like they're in on the delicious secret![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our ratings (1-5, with 5 being the best) say it all: - **Coffee:** Hubby was a little pickier, giving it a 3.5, while I went with a solid 4. - **Food:** Easy 5s for both of us; it's safe to say Eli Cafe knows their pastries! - **Staff:** Another win, with a 4 from Hubby and a 5 from me. Friendly, quick, and helpful. - **People-watching:** I give it a 5--mall staff, shoppers, and the occasional lost tourist keep it interesting! Hubby says 4.5. - **[[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance:** Hubby's a fan, giving it a 5 for the mall hustle and bustle vibe. I'm more critical (3.5) but hey, I like a cozier setup[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. And yes, the rummy game continued! Hubby had 190, but I triumphed with a whopping 295. So if you're in Arden Fair Mall and craving a flaky, buttery slice of heaven, stop by Eli Cafe. Just be ready to fend off the mall staff for your place in line!

    Drink menu
    Ashley C.

    Spotted this new coffee place downstairs at the mall when we got off of the elevator. Decided to check it out since I noticed there weren't any Yelp reviews yet. This guy was standing at the doorway and looked like he worked there, kinda like when workers are trying to get people to come in the store. But he awkwardly just stared at us as we walked in and didn't even say hello so it was really strange. We already had a drink so we didn't get coffee but decided to get a scoop of ice cream to share with our son. We saw the cart of flavors and picked vanilla bean but it was actually gelato. We didn't realize the ice cream was in a different cart on the other side of the shop. This small single scoop was $6! It tasted good but still.. I know gelato is a little pricier but that was a little excessive.

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    (624 reviews)
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    decided to give this place a try due to the great reviews already on yelp and definitely did not…read moredisappoint! strawberry matcha with sea salt foam was amazing! strawberry was delicious. the color of the matcha is phenomenal, if you know- you know! interior was kept very clean. lots of seating to choose from and my friend and i adored the seating arrangements. we serviced through the kiosk due to our introverted nature but if you're a chatter box you can also go up to the register! seems like a filipino fusion due to the ube drinks + longonisa dishes. i unfortunately wasn't able to try their food but now it gives me more of a reason to come back! will definitely be back soon.

    First time here last weekend and it did not disappoint…read more Restaurant and decor were so aesthetically pleasing. Parking was quite easy as it's in a big plaza. High ceiling with low and high seatings with tables and outside seatings as well. You can order to go and come to pick up. We saw lots of ppl do that. Or for there, you can order on the kiosk or with the counter cashier. Food and coffee orders were amazing. Such great flavors and large portions. We would come back again if we were in the area. Pricing is not cheap but we think it's worth it. Loco moco with Kim chi?!?! Never had this combo before and will need to have it again. Longanesa egg sandwich, I want to have that every day. The flavor combo was soo good that it's been a week since I had it, I want it again. Recommend for sure!

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    Ran out of coffee beanss! Coffee before work!
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    Ube muffin and ube cookie
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    4.1
    (78 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    Good place to come and study especially during the week there are so many seats even indoors and…read moreoutdoor outdoors. All the employees are very kind and helpful. I've tried a new drink every time and they've all been good. I love sitting on their outdoor patio much more than the indoor seating Their Matcha drink (I'm not sure the exact name) was so so good. It was kind of a mix between a latte and a slushy. On the weekends, they have Shawarma and hookah with a live music. It's worth a try if you're in the area.

    I love supporting pro-Palestinian businesses, so I decided to come to Finjan Coffee House. I looked…read moretheir menu online and was really excited to try their specialty drinks, but after arriving I found out that those drinks were only offered in the Bay Area locations. I was a bit sad because their drink selection is a bit small. However, they were very helpful in helping me pick out a drink and explaining what some of their other drinks were. The employee was talking on their phone a bit throughout the time I was there, but I didn't mind since I was still deciding on a drink and not ready to order. I got the mocha drink and the Finjan coffee. I enjoyed both but I think I liked the mocha drink more. They had a wide variety of dessert that looked amazing. I want to come back and try them one day! They were absolutely mouth-watering, but too early in the day for me to have sweets. Their coffee house is quite large, with a lot of seating. It seems like a nice place to study! I loved that they had murals outside and that the nearby outside seating was also lovely. There is a wonderful aesthetic inside the shop and in the plaza it is located in.

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    Dubai chocolate cheesecake
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    4.0
    (803 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    This was my first visit to Paris Baguette, and I'd definitely come back!…read more We ordered two medium iced vanilla lattes along with the hash brown bread with ham and cheese, an almond pain au chocolat, and the very berry pastry. The iced vanilla lattes were really good. The pastries were the highlight. The almond pain au chocolat was perfectly flaky, and the filling was absolutely delicious. The very berry pastry was my favorite. The cream was light, fresh, and had just the right amount of sweetness, and the fruit on top tasted fresh and sweet. The hash brown bread with ham and cheese was very dense and filling, making it a great savory option. I loved the self-serve pastry setup and appreciated how large the bakery selection was. While some items looked a little fresher than others, there was still plenty to choose from, and everything we picked was delicious. The bakery itself was very clean with plenty of comfortable seating, and I noticed they even offer WiFi, making it a nice place to work, catch up with someone, or just enjoy a coffee. It was fairly busy and a little noisy, but there were still plenty of open seats. Parking was also easy thanks to the large parking lot. The only downside was the service. The staff wasn't unfriendly, but they also weren't especially welcoming. I also had trouble hearing the employee calling out completed drinks, so I ended up waiting around 10 minutes. It's possible our coffees were ready sooner, but I didn't want to crowd the pickup area. Our total came to about $30 for two coffees and three pastries, which felt reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. Overall, this was a great first experience, and I'd definitely stop by again the next time I'm craving a coffee and pastry.

    The selection was very good and offered a great variety of both sweet and savory items…read more My main issue was with the savory items. I asked an employee to toast them, and she said she did. However, when I bit into my croquette and garlic frank, they were still cold inside. Since I had requested them to be toasted, I expected them to be warm all the way through. I called the store afterward to ask what their standard procedure for toasting items is. The employee I spoke with told me that it "just depends on the worker and how they toast it." That response didn't make sense to me. I would expect there to be a consistent standard for preparing food, especially when a customer specifically requests it to be toasted. the attitude I received came across as very much "I don't care,"

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    Temple Coffee

    4.2
    (557 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    My friend recommended this coffee shop while I was in town visiting. We went a couple times and it…read morewas great both times. The coffee shop is located at a street corner. Parking was not difficult to find. The inside is spacious with plenty of seating inside and outside. It is also the type of coffee shop where you can work or study. The staff is friendly and attentive. They greet you as soon as you enter and ask if you would like a drink that they can get started for you. I tried their vanilla latte and brown sugar latte. The coffee has a nice roast and shines through the drinks. I also tried two of their vegan donuts: the chocolate blackberry and their peanut butter and jelly donut. Both donuts were good but I enjoyed the chocolate blackerry donut more. Overall, a great coffee shop to visit!

    Updating my review because the owner responded kindly and I decided to give Temple another visit…read more While I still think their matcha program could be stronger, I had a latte with oat milk today and it was genuinely cozy and delicious. You can definitely tell coffee is where they shine. I also ended up purchasing 3 different bags of freshly roasted beans because they offer a really nice variety of coffee selections. I appreciate the customer service and willingness to receive feedback. Not every café responds with kindness or care, and that does make a difference in the overall experience. If you're a coffee lover, I can absolutely see why Temple has been around and well-loved for so long.

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