Super quick service, delicious latte and food!…read more I got a London Fog with Matcha and the turkey provolone croissant. The matcha in the London fog was a nice touch recommended to me by the cashier. It's a cute and quiet cafe with lots of chairs for waiting and a couple of tables for anyone wanting to sit down and study/ eat.

Updating my review to highlight a very frustrating trend I've noticed: some cafes do not train…read moretheir baristas to froth milk correctly, I'm guessing since most people order iced and I've never had problems with leaflet until today. I was humming and hawing on whether or not to write this but ultimately I'm hoping the owners see my review and take note. My hot latte was overly foamy and the texture just wasn't right. It tasted fine but as a regular who even tips I feel like quality of the product I recieve should reflect the price I'm paying with my hard earned money. Overall, I'm still a big fan of leaflet and love all their drinks but I'm hesitant to come in as often as I did now after this experience. There are a couple baristas I trust and others not as much.

Visited Yihui Coffee to try their newest addition: coffee flights! They have a variety of…read moreAsian-inspired drinks. I got coffee flight #1, which includes an Americano, milk beverage, and specialty coffee. You can get the set for $26 or order individual drinks. My favorite was the punch, made with honey black tea, yakult, and lemon juice. It had such a unique flavor! Each flight also comes with a specialty coffee at the end. I also tried cloudy, an iced Americano with red date and a cream top. I couldn't taste much of the red date, but it was still a strong, flavorful coffee. The coffee flight is such a unique concept and a fun experience for coffee lovers. I'd come back for their specialty coffee!

Apparently, Yihui Coffee has been around for some time but this was my first time trying them out…read more They have some really interesting Asian-inspired drinks. Menu is straightforward and easy to navigate, with drinks that are a little different from your typical coffee shop. I had to try their Bumble Bee and I am so pleased with how orange juice and coffee blend well together. I also got a pastry, their beef pastry, and I enjoyed it so much that I must have swallowed the whole thing. Definitely ask for it heated up. It's warm, flakey, savory, and such a good pairing with coffee. The space itself is nice for sitting and getting some work done. There's only indoor seating and I will say the chairs aren't the most comfortable if you're planning to stay for a LONG time, but there are plenty of outlets available, which makes up for it a little. WiFi is also available. Parking was pretty easy. There is street parking nearby and a small parking lot in the back. I would come back if I need to get work done, and honestly, another Bumble Bee!

I usually only buy matcha in K-Town because it is the only place where I have consistently found…read morehigh-quality matcha. However, I decided to give this café a try because East LA cafés are rare, and I wanted to support this particular business. I ordered a matcha, a coffee for my sister, and a few baked goods. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. The matcha was poor quality, the coffee was mediocre, and the baked goods tasted like items from Ralphs or Costco. They seemed almost stale, were clearly not baked in-house, and lacked everything you'd expect from a baked item from a café. What was especially frustrating was that the matcha et al. is priced as if it were ceremonial grade, despite the quality being far below that standard. The bakery items are prepackaged products arranged to fit the café's aesthetic rather than freshly made offerings. The space itself is cute, and the woman who helped us was very kind. However, the quality of the food and drinks simply does not justify the prices. I really wanted to like this place and support a local East LA café, but the overall experience fell FAR short of expectations.

I love this place so so so much!! I got a banana matcha and my friend got a strawberry matcha, both…read more10 out of 10. The employees were really nice and patient with me ordering when i was picking my bakery. I got a chocolate croissant and chocolate donut. Really good definitely should try. The ambiance, I love it so much. Outside of the restaurant was very clean loved the white flowers next to the chairs and tables. Inside it shocked me. It was so beautiful. I loved how they organized and the pink wall stand out to me!

Glad to see another coffee shop in Monterey Park, and such a cute one! Its clean, modern, and…read morecomfortable for studying/working. There is a good amount of seating and outlets, but it can fill up because people tend to spend several hours doing work. I've had their Chai latte, americano, and some other drinks. All were really delicious! They also have pastries and sweets from the case. I've tried their new butter mochi and didn't care for it though. The staff here is friendly and helpful as well.

Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab is a decent cafe with plenty of seating, making it a comfortable spot to…read morerelax or get some work done. Coffee - 3/5. The coffee was well-made - it wasn't burnt, overly bitter, or sour, so the extraction seemed solid. However, the flavor felt flat and watered down. It lacked the aroma, body, and rich roasted notes that make a cup memorable. Nothing really stood out, leaving it tasting more diluted than satisfying. Also, I don't think the barista could froth the coffee well. Instead of a nice velvety, dense froth, the froth was a bubbly foam (see photo). Food - 3/5. I visited around 9 a.m., but the pastry selection was surprisingly limited (see photo). The pastries also didn't taste particularly fresh; they had more of the texture and flavor you'd expect from pastries sitting out later in the day rather than freshly baked items you'd hope to find early in the morning. The café has a modern, hip vibe and a warm, inviting atmosphere. It's spacious, with plenty of seating, making it a pleasant place to spend some time. Overall, Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab is a fine neighborhood café if you're looking for a comfortable place to sit and enjoy a coffee. Unfortunately, neither the coffee nor the food left much of an impression. Nothing was particularly bad, but nothing really stood out either. While the ambiance is probably its strongest point, the coffee is just average.

This place is such a gem! It's only a few…read moreblocks from my house, and I'm so happy I found it. I love supporting this woman-owned coffee shop, and the vibe is always so welcoming. Now, can we talk about the banana latte?! It is seriously the BEST I've ever had. It's smooth, perfectly sweet, and unlike anything else l've tried. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and order one-you'll thank me later! Highly recommend supporting this amazing local business!

* toffee nut coffee * banana matcha latte…read more Studying spot? however it's quite inviting in here for a casual coffee spot to have sweet and savory conversation just like the coffee they have here! Service was great and the options! Definitely would come back to try all the other drinks! Toffee was a bit nutty but I didn't taste to toffee as much which was a great touch! Banana matcha tasted more like matcha and the banana flavoring wasn't really there but it was delicious nonetheless.

Damo has quickly become one of my favorite spots in the Arts District. Their premium matcha is…read morerich, smooth, and balanced without any bitterness. You can really taste the quality in every sip, and it's clear they take their sourcing and preparation seriously. The minimalistic interior is also a plus for this location. It's a great space for studying, catching up with friends, or just taking a break. It's a spacious interior with much more seating compared to the Koreatown location.

8/4/2026 3 1/2 Stars…read more First time at Damo. MATCHA EINSPANER Very creamy matcha. Matcha flavor is there, but it's not distinct matcha where you can taste the nuances of the matcha flavors. The cream top does make it very creamy and it does mask majority of the matcha flavor. It did taste like a dessert drink. It was enjoyable though. COLD BREW VANILLA Weirdly sour and smoky flavored cold brew. Slight floral flavor too. It was such an odd combination of flavors with the vanilla cold foam. The lingering aftertaste was not good either. It's neither this nor that. Would not recommend! FINANCIERS Their financiers are made by a local bakery called Musk. It seems their financier flavors are changed often, so no same flavors are in rotation. Sausage & Parmesan - The almond cake's vanilla flavor with the sausage and salty parmesan was a unique flavor. The almond cake was nice and spongy. It did take a bit of time to get used to the savory flavors with the almond cake. It's like a breakfast in an unexpected way. Nutella - Buttery almond cake with nutella and roasted hazelnuts. Enjoyed it! I think Nutella fans would like it. Mugwort + Fig - Buttery in the beginning and it ends with a good, medium-strength flavor of mugwort. Fig was garnish on top, so you barely get it. However, I like that they added the sweetness of the figs with the earthy bitter mugwort. Overall, it was uniquely delicious and mugwort was the star. Yuza + Apricot - A tad sweeter than expected due to the outer brush of yuza aka yuzu simple syrup. Loved the chewy apricot on top. It really brought a lovely fruityness to the financier. The yuzu flavor was there alongside the butteryness of the almond cake. All the financiers were done well! Delicious! Recommend trying at least one when you're at this location. Not sure if their financiers are offered at their other locations. CUSTOMER SERVICE It was good. Not terribly friendly, but still answered my questions. Staff were all busy making the drinks. AMBIANCE + SEATS Really large space with rows of tables and chairs. It was strange walking in and seeing various tables and seats to one side and it almost looked like a cafe used as office space. Seeing all the people sitting down on their laptops or talking, as though they're having a casual business meeting there. It was just strange. The tables were mixed wooden tables and chairs. There were long benches too for people waiting for takeout orders. The large space felt so roomy, I get why the tables were all taken. PARKING Street parking is available, yet when I was there in the early afternoon on a Tuesday, it was packed! The only place to park was the paid parking lot right across from Damo. Parking was $5.00. I wouldn't recommend parking elsewhere outside of that street, as it is a sketchy area and lots of homeless encampments around the area. Would I return? Not sure. I like the large, roomy warehouse space with lots of tables to sit in, but the cafe being in a sketchy area gives me hesitation. Not in love with $5.00 parking too. One of my drinks was good, but the other was bad. The only thing I loved was the financiers.

I've been here twice and waiting until the next time I visit because this is a great…read morehole-in-the-wall in East LA! I've seen a lot of mixed reviews stating that their service, drinks, and food is subpar but I haven't experienced that yet because maybe they're just mad. As far as drinks go, we've tried their Abuelita Latte, Horchata Bliss Latte, and Honey Latte. I've opted for oat milk for every single one and they've all been spectacular! Great espresso tones and overall flavor. As far as sandwiches go, we've tried their Chipotle Melt, Chicken Pesto, and Black Forest Ham. They're all good but the Chicken Pesto stood out the most and it was one of the best sandwiches I've had. A little pricey but very delicious! Service has been great every single time. The wait time hasn't been too bad for us but I would consider maybe calling in if you're in a rush because it may take longer than you'd normally expect from a smaller business like this one. Parking onsite is shared by East Los Tacos but there's additional parking available across the street. However, I would recommend taking your valuables and keeping a close eye on your vehicle if parked across the street because the area there is very sketchy.

Horrible experience the man at the counter was almost bothered that we wanted to order coffee he…read morerolled his eyes at the fact we were paying cash, the coffee was ass so sad its $16 ill never get back horrible coffee with even worse customer service i wonder if the guy at the counter is an owner or employee atp he shouldn't work there if yall want better coffee go to vida pura down the street Lmao coffee was trash

First time here. Had a quick lunch with my sister. Ordered the waffle with strawberries and…read moreNutella. She got a breakfast sandwich I forgot what it was called. The iced coffees were yummy. Lots of options to choose from. I like the ambiance of the cafe. Dim lighting. Open space. I'll be sure to return!

This is a great place for brunch and breakfast in City Terrace! Street parking. Excellent service…read more Plenty of indoor tables and a couple outdoors. Food and drink: The dolce de Leche iced latte was amazing. It had the perfect amount of creaminess and sweetness. The food was also pretty good. I got the sausage breakfast burrito. It was flavorful and the hashbrowns were crunchy inside. My daughter got the strawberry waffle and Nutella. She really liked it. My friend got the brioche breakfast sandwich and she said it was decent. She wished there was a thicker sauce to it. Overall this is a great place to brunch with family and friends.

Love this place I go all the time after class! I get the Moca Latte almost every time . Its…read moredefinitely worth it! Check it out the service is good plus a great atmosphere. They have good music taste

First time here and it was a nice vibe with yummy coffee and food. We ordered burritos and meant to…read moretake photos but scarfed them down before I remembered. Really nice customer service too. Definitely coming back. Also I loved the music!

First time coming to this place! My daughter had mentioned the chilaquiles were good! And yes it…read moredid not disappoint! Crispy, spicy and good taste! Customer service was great! Thanks Angel!!!! And everyone else for being so nice and welcoming

I can only give this place 3 stars, mostly for the presentation and ambiance, which were both…read morereally nice. I was genuinely excited to try this place, so unfortunately I left twice as disappointed not only by the rude service, but also because the flavors just weren't there. I've ordered takeout from here in the past and wasn't too impressed, but I gave them the benefit of the doubt and figured maybe the food didn't travel well or simply wasn't as good by the time it got to me. I was hoping dining in would be a completely different experience, but sadly, that wasn't the case. I don't enjoy leaving negative reviews, but I'm hoping this feedback reaches someone who can actually address some of these issues, especially the service, since I noticed similar comments in quite a few other reviews. We tried the chilaquiles enfrijoladas and the French toast, along with a cortado and a café de olla latte. The enfrijoladas were way too salty and really needed something to balance the dish. For fried tortilla chips covered in bean sauce with one sad sunny side up egg just felt incomplete. A little something on the side to complement the flavors maybe the onion could be pickled or a little more crema and definitely a much lighter hand with the salt would make a big difference. The French toast was mediocre at best. The café de olla latte was unnecessarily too sweet, and the cortado was okay, but nothing particularly memorable. Overall, the experience just didn't live up to the hype on social media. I really wanted to love this place because it has so much potential. The ambiance is beautiful and I loved all the art and cultural influences throughout the space, which is why it's disappointing that the food and service didn't match that same level of care. I'd still be willing to give it another try in the future, and I genuinely hope I can come back and update this with a much more positive review. When you're drawing so much inspiration from the culture, I just wish the food represented it with the same care and attention that went into the space.