so aesthetic inside and the music was at a perfect and calm volume. the matches were phenomenal, not bitter or grassy at all. we also got the basque cheesecake and it was delicious. 10/10, no notes. read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - earl grey matcha and biscoff matcha - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Hands down the best matcha I have ever had. The biscoff matcha was a little too sweet, but the earl grey matcha was so good! I had a three day trip in San Diego and I went twice! It is that good. The second time we went, my friends and I just all ordered the earl grey matcha because we didn't want to share. The store is small so sometimes if the line is long, you have to wait outside. It goes by somewhat quickly. There is seating in the back that looks really nice. There were desserts. We got their sesame cake, it was fine. I would definitely put this place as somewhere to visit. There is street-side parking. If you get lucky, someone already paid for the parking meter. read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Went to Hinar to catch up with a friend! The line was long as usual, but it moved really fast. Shout out to Roseanne for being the sweetest and kindest worker! We ordered the Earl Grey matcha and Biscoff matcha, and both were super delicious. The service was great, and even though it was busy, there were still plenty of tables available. Great location, and I'll definitely be back! read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I had an incredibly rough day and was looking forward to treating myself to my favorite dessert from Hinar--the Biscoff cheesecake. Before driving over, I even called the store to make sure they had it. To my surprise, someone actually answered, confirmed they had one slice left, and even offered to hold it for me. My mood instantly changed. After the day I'd had, I was genuinely excited and headed there immediately. I arrived less than 10 minutes later, only to be told they didn't have it after all. To make matters worse, they claimed they don't even hold desserts for customers. It wasn't just disappointing--it was incredibly frustrating. If they couldn't hold it, I would have understood. But giving me false hope and having me rush over for nothing completely ruined the experience. What was supposed to be a small bright spot in my day turned into an even bigger disappointment. Unfortunately, this experience has left such a bad impression that I won't be returning. There are plenty of other bakeries in the area, and I'll be looking forward to trying those instead. read more

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First of all, the cafe was super unsanitary -- there were multiple flies inside of the store that were sitting on the pre made matcha concentrate container and even on the desserts that were about to be served. We waited in a long line so still decided to get the drinks and a dessert but we made sure to ask for our cheesecake to-go since they put the dessert in to a to-go box right from the fridge so the flies don't sit on it unlike the ones that were served on a plate. Also both of the drinks were not good at all, the matcha was so diluted and milky with no early grey taste (we got the earl grey matcha) and the vanilla latte also tasted watered down and had a weird sharp after taste. The biscoff cheesecake tasted like a store bought cheesecake. read more

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Located in the remnants of a historical house near Gaslamp district in downtown San Diego, this is a really popular coffee spot with cakes adorned with flowers, delicious desserts, and lattes brewed with "provecho coffee". Decor is nice inside. Influencers feature the outdoor seating next to a wall nicely decorated with various succulents. We like coming when we are staying in the area, but I'm not always a fan of the street parking locally and they can have substantial lines on weekends. read more

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I have been here many, many times. Metered parking along the street. Staff are friendly and try to move through the line quickly. This is such a cute shop with inside and outside seating. There is a small amount of seating near the windows but more outside around the back. Went on the holiday weekend and it took about 40 minutes to get through the line (started outside on sidewalk) to get my drink and cake slice. My favorite thing here is the lotus biscoff cheesecake $12. Their biscoff matcha is just okay. Note, they charge $7 for their matcha and then charge additional for biscoff, milk preference and foam. The orange blossom latte is good but very sweet. Their drinks run on the sweet side. Be sure to ask for half sweet if needed. I saw so many people ask for their drinks to be remade because it was too sweet and it really impacted the workers. I have tried some other desserts but just wasn't a fan. Will stick to the biscoff cheesecake. read more

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I knew I loved Hinar within about thirty seconds of walking in. My friends who live in SD come here all the time and recommended it as a must for the best matcha in town. We ordered their signature matcha with the Biscoff cold foam, and it was easily my favorite matcha in Gaslamp. The Biscoff adds just the right amount of sweetness, but the matcha still shines through. I kept thinking about it long after I left. The space is just lovely. Lots of natural light, greenery, and a clean, minimal design that somehow still feels warm. It's the kind of café that makes you want to stay a little longer than you planned. If I lived nearby, I would absolutely be one of those people studying here all the time. The staff was so kind and welcoming. I also loved that they had cute little treats for dogs. So sweet and thoughtful, it's the little things. I wish I lived closer, it's the perfect post workout matcha spot down the street from the new Equinox. I'll definitely be back here next time I'm in SD! read more

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Hinar is such a cute and well thought out dessert bar. I always love looking at the fresh flowers on their desserts. I have historically gone to the Scripps Ranch location since it is closer to my work, but I wanted to try this one out. It was pretty busy in the middle of a work day, but the line went quick. My friend and I tried the pistachio drinks - one matcha latte and one latte. They were both really good! The coffee was super smooth with no bitter after taste. I would definitely return to this location. read more

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My favorite spot for matcha in San Diego :D Every time that I go, I am always in love with my drinks as it's very consistent and yummy. I've been getting the vanilla matcha latte with the seasonal biscoff crumble cream (I hope it's more of a permanent menu item, instead of seasonal). It's so delicious! All of my friends have also agreed that they love my drink. When I've gone, I've seen a long line and also a relatively short one. The wait is never too bad, as the line moves pretty fast. I think parking has also been not too bad, as there are plenty of street parking available. The cafe itself is really cute and I love the interior. There's a front section, but if you walk down the hallway, there's a back where there's more seating and an outdoor patio. Service has been good as well :) I will definitely be back! read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

been wanting to try this place and finally had a chance to! I totally get the hype now LOL earl grey iced matcha (9.5/10): a tad bit sweeter than I would've liked but it had a well balanced matcha & earl grey flavor, and the latter wasn't too overpowering. Also had a sip of the pistachio strawberry matcha which was soooo good. This would be such a nice place to study at!! Loved the lighting & they have plenty of indoor & outdoor seating, but it gets crowded pretty quickly (line was out the door). I'd def come back again!! read more

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It's an about time I post my true feelings about Hinar... and it's nothing but AWE. I consider myself a true matcha connoisseur, and can be pretty picky - I consider this one of if not the best matchas I've ever had. Considering all matchas in this area are so pricy, if you're spending money you want it to be worth it- and trust me this one is. I encourage you to try the earl grey with earl grey cold foam - the only downside is it is seriously addicting. I will say the ham and cheese croissant is pretty good, but a tad overpriced, but as is most things in SD. Service is always great and fast, and this is also a great comfortable study spot. As for desert, I think the photo speaks for itself. Amazing. Truly cant recommend enough :) read more

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The aesthetics of the place is so earthy and zen, I can see myself appreciating this cafe if I lived in East Village. The crowd will come and go, so there's some moments of reprieve if you're considering this spot for reading/working. My "low" rating is because I feel quite mixed about the quality of the consumables. I really enjoyed my orange blossom latte. They accommodated a decaf shot for me, given how late it was in the day. I got a sesame raspberry cake to go, planning for it to be a nice dessert treat for dinner. The mini cake tastes like sesame, and the thin spread of raspberry was nice to break th creaminess. So while it tastes really nice, I was let down by the uneven raspberry taste and since it wasn't enough, the cake turned out to be too sweet when I got to the second half. Maybe this is a quality control issue, but I'm not sure I'll get another $12 mini cake from them any time soon. read more

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People say this is the best matcha in SD. If so then yikes. The matcha is very bitter even with the added vanilla syrup. I'm not even a fan of super sweet matcha but this one had a gassy aftertaste. The creme brûlée macaron was amazing. Everything was not worth the 30 minute wait on a Saturday. You also have to pay for parking. read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Orange Blossom Latte, Creme Brulee Macaron, Fruity Pebble Macaron, Matcha Latte with Vanilla Syrup - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Such a beautifully and thoughtfully designed space! My husband and I checked out the Gaslamp East Village location for Hinar shortly after it opened and there was already a small line forming. When we returned to our car a couple hours later, the line had extended far down the block. I certainly can see why because this spot has it all, from gorgeous desserts and specialty cafe drinks, to a warm, earthy ambiance. The Biscoff Basque cheesecake was both decadent and delicious, with an indulgent layer of cookie butter on top and, of course, a Biscoff cookie crust. I also couldn't resist taking home the white chocolate raspberry mousse cake, which was every bit as delightful as it was visually striking, topped with a giant flower that made it almost too pretty to eat. I also enjoyed my orange blossom latte, a unique flavor combination I haven't seen very often. The outdoor patio also deserves its own kudos, featuring a living vertical garden wall dotted with bistro sets, which made it perfect for enjoying coffee and dessert while soaking in the stylish, relaxed atmosphere. read more

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Delicious lattes, beautiful cakes, gorgeous decor, and efficient servers. I always love coming here, and I know I need to try more desserts. But the black sesame strawberry cake is perfection and such a unique and hard to find cake. Be back soon, Hinar!!! read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Black Sesame Strawberry Cake - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

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The employees are a mixture of a well oiled machine and great customer service. I was worried about my meter running out and was asking if i could run out real quick to add more but they coordinated on the spot and finishes my drink by the time i completed my payment. They were amazing!!! I got the biscoff matcha latte with the biscoff foam and a few slices of cake. It was soooo good. I'm going try to plan for some relaxing time next time. The inside was beautiful and peaceful. Looks like a great place to start my day. read more

Hinar in downtown is such a beautiful and aesthetic spot. I love their earthy color palette (I want that paint color in my house lol) and the overall vibe of the cafe. The main seating area is almost always full, but there's more indoor seating in the back through the hallway (where the bathroom is), plus some outdoor seating to the side. The drinks are really good. I always get mine half sweet, and the flavors are consistently great. They also have a ton of cute, picturesque desserts. They're a bit too sweet for my taste, but you can tell a lot of care goes into making them and they're definitely tasty. Parking can be tricky downtown, and it can get busy with lines, but it's totally worth it for the drinks, desserts, and overall ambiance. FYI, they have a new location up north in Scrips Poway, it's cute but slightly different aesthetic (umm more industrial) and is in a strip mall, so, way more parking! read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Biscoff Tres Leches - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

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This spot is such a cute, aesthetic coffee shop with so many desserts to choose from. The vibe is super cozy and perfect for hanging out or taking pics. They have all the classic coffee options plus some really fun seasonal drinks. I tried the Biscoff cold foam with brown sugar espresso and it was SO good, super flavorful. Definitely a place you'll want to keep coming back to! read more

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Stopped by Hinar downtown for the first time, although I've been to their scripps ranch location plenty of times, so I'll put both of my reviews in one. Wasn't sure why their cup size had changed at the scripps ranch location but definitely prefer downtown's original cups. Space is definitely smaller downtown, and parking is a bit of a pain but both locations are beautifully decorated. when I arrived at noon there was surprisingly a small line but after I ordered and had gotten my drink, the line definitely went out the door and onto the street. Always enjoy their biscoff matcha with brown sugar and oatmilk, and I loved their blueberry matcha when they had that seasonally. The earl grey matcha I would've liked a bit sweeter but that's just me. The strawberry matcha was my least favorite, as is. The cold foams definitely make the matchas. I've also tried their raspberry cheesecake and strawberry cream cake which were both way too expensive for nothing really special. The raspberry didn't stand out flavor wise. the strawberry cream make was light and tasted like strawberries & cream. read more

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Went here with a friend for a coffee run, and to check it out since I had not been and the reviews were good. Upon walking up the place was pretty packed, and the line was almost out the door. The decor inside was very cute lots of neutral colors, very minimalistic. I don't know they were pretty busy the line move pretty fast. Under the counter they had several different pastries, cheesecakes, macaroons, and what looks like little parfaits. I couldn't resist trying some of the items as they looked so delicious. I got one of the earl gray macaroons which was decorated very pretty. Unfortunately it must have got crushed somehow in the bag because it was cracked in the middle. Of course this didn't affect the taste, but I will say it was a little too sweet for my liking. I also ordered a Savory pastry that has spinach and feta cheese inside. I have to say this was absolutely delicious. I warmed it up for a bit before I ate it, and the mix of spinach and cheese was so good and exactly what I was looking for. The Danish Pastry it was in, was nice and crunchy on the outside, while being chewy on the inside. I will definitely be going back for this again. I also ordered an orange blossom latte with almond milk. It was already sweetened, but not too sweet which I was worried about. It had just a slight hint of Orange, the perfect amount in my opinion, as it didn't overtake the drink. I definitely will recommend that others try this Cafe, and I know I will be back for sure. Keep in mind it is in East Village, so it will be easier if you live nearby or are already in the area, as parking can be tough sometimes. read more

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a gorgeous cafe with beautiful desserts and drinks. there's lots of seating but service is slow. the earl grey matcha is absolutely delicious! very strong earl grey flavor, a little too sweet, but you can taste the matcha. they prebatch the matcha but it wasn't too weak nor bitter. my friend got the drip, and they said it had very fruity notes read more

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I don't know much about matcha so idk if you can take my word for it but I tried the earl grey matcha and loved it!

Not the biggest fan of matcha, but the one at Hinar is done to my preference (creamy and sweet). Even though this place is super busy the line always go pretty fast. Drinks are made fast, usually takes 4-5min tops. The biscoff one is my go to choice. I did try the pistachio strawberry one and I made the mistake of not stirring the bottom where all the strawberry syrup is. It's one of our routines now to stop by here before our Costco runs. read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Left - Pistachio Strawberry. Matcha latte. Right - Biscoff Matcha latte - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

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Oh, I could come back to Hinar over and over again. I have not been let down by each order I make at Hinar. The matcha is fantastic and if you add the biscoff foam, it elevates it even further. So good!! There's more seating in the back and a little outdoor area as well. Good for a coffee/matcha date with friends. Also, if you're lucky enough to snag a macaron, please get the crème brûlée one. It's delicious. The fruity pebbles one was good too, but not as memorable. read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Matcha with biscoff foam - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Lovely dessert and coffee/matcha spot! They had a line when we got there, but they work fast to keep it moving. They have inside seating and some in the back of the cafe. Love that there is a Kurdish spot in the area! read more

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Discovered HINAR during one of our weekends in SD. I was on a matcha kick and this place was highly recommended. We've already been there a second time since we first tried it. I give this place 5 stars starting with the vibes alone. Really love how this resembles a cute house on the outside. The inside has a simple aesthetic with limited seating in the front and some more in the back. The line can be out the door, especially if you go during the weekends. Love love love the earl grey matcha with earl grey foam. Will always stop by and grab one anytime we are in SD. My husband ordered a latte with the earl grey foam on top the first time and he really enjoyed that one. The first time we went, we were too full to try any of their beautiful cakes so I ended up getting a couple macarons (pistachio, earl grey, and can't remember the third) which were all really good! The next time we went, we tried to strawberry cake and that was really good as well. Staff is really nice and although the line can get long, service is pretty good and I felt like the drinks came out pretty quickly. This place is definitely a must-visit in San Diego! read more

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I've heard a lot of great things about this place. Ended up coming here late into the night so there wasn't many options to pick from. Not a big deal since we liked all of the choices that were left. We ended up getting their Black Sesame cake that has strawberry jam. Unfortunately, it did not live up to the reputation I've heard about this place. One bite and my teeth immediately hurt from how overly sweet it was. I could barely taste any black sesame flavor and that's what most of the cake was made of. Overpriced and disappointing to say the least. read more

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MATCHA. Now that I have your attention, the matcha is the main reason that I go to Hinar. The quality of their matcha is so good -- it never comes out too milky, and the green color of the drink is what I like to see. I think I've gotten a matcha here at least 5 times, and it is always consistent in taste. In addition, Hinar is known for their pastries! I've tried their macarons, which are great but nothing to brag about, and their basque cheesecake (also delicious, but "boring" in comparison to the rest of their desserts). So, lucky for me, I have not had a bad experience! If you want to go here on a weekday, though not sure about the mornings, please feel free! But if you want to go during the weekend? The line is long with people waiting along the sidewalk. Last Saturday, my sister waited close to 30 minutes to order, then had to wait additional time to get her order. I would say that it is worth it, especially for their matcha. The cafe itself is modern and definitely a vibe. There are two sides to it -- one side more focused on aesthetics, and the other side with a communal table and a semi-closed off section with tables. People study here! There are also little tables outside down a walkway. The workers are always very nice! Someone asks if you want any desserts before the next person (cashier) asks what you want to drink, so they got their system going to try and speed up that line. read more

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The aesthetics really carry this cafe. Limited seating in the front of the house but a couple more seating in a cold earthy concrete aesthetics in the back and outdoors. The desserts display case isn't the most adorned but the desserts do sound interesting. Didn't get any this visit but definitely next time. The only visible menu isn't until you get to the register which is a flaw when the lines can go out the door and I feel like can hold up the line. It is a little steep for a drink but the taste was decent. Overall, the matchas are on the sweet side. Not freshly whisked but the deep vibrant forest green color and earthy taste still make it a great matcha. If you prefer your drinks on the sweet side, you'll enjoy it. The Earl Gray was well complimented with the Matcha and neither outshined the other flavor. I think asking for slightly less sweet would have been perfect for me with the Earl Grey Matcha (4/5). They ask if you want foam on top, but don't state that it's an additional cost. There's a lot of fun options for the foam that seems yummy though, seasonal at the time was a biscoff foam. My friends also got the earl grey foam as well as the pistachio foam which were both subtle but added a nice enhancement to the earl grey matcha and the vanilla matcha respectively. Overall a solid choice for a cafe if you can snag a seat to relax in and enjoy your sweet treats. read more

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Nice, quaint little dessert shop in downtown SD. I don't really like the location, I walked a few blocks from Asa Bakery and perhaps it would've been worth the short drive. The area surround area smelled bad on the walk over, so that was unfortunate. The bakery itself has a simple, aesthetic design. This also goes for the dessert. I ended up getting their sesame strawberry cake, which I surprisingly really liked! I was skeptical about the combo, but my husband didn't really want any of the other flavor combos, so we settled on this one. The sesame and strawberry worked together really well. I do think the prices are expensive for how much you get, although no complaints of the quality. read more

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The interior is very aesthetically pleasing. They have so many desserts and pastries that it was hard to choose. I ended up getting an almond croissant and a slice of basque cheesecake. Both were delicious. I suggest getting there when they open because they get a long line. read more

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This place is a VIBEEEEE!!! The ambiance is everything. You can tell they were intentional with every single detail. The line gets long before the doors open and I completely understand why! Well worth the wait! My favorite is the biscoff matcha read more

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I have a confession to make, I am not a fan of Matcha like other people but I happened to drive by other day and saw a line. I looked up name on yelp since I had never seen this place before and saw the biscoff matcha and decided I HAD to try it. I finished it in 10mins lol it was the BEST matcha I've ever had!!!! I will definitely be back! read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Biscoff matcha with brown sugar syrup - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I wanted to update my review to say there are electrical plugs offered. Ample amount of seating and often packed! read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Matcha with biscoff - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Just another cute coffee + dessert + pastries shop in San Diego. It's in East Village so ya already know parking can be tricky af. The place itself is a good size with more seating in the back. It was busy when I went, and tables were full. So, if you plan on spending a few hours here, be prepared to come early and/or wait for a table. I ordered their brown sugar latte and paired it with one of their savory (mushroom) danishes. Both were yummy and I considered ordering another danish, lol. My friend ordered their matcha latte and a cheesecake for us to share. I did try the matcha and it was also good (I would probably get it next time). Their cheesecake was nicely flavored--not too sweet--but I definitely liked my mushroom danish more (I'm biased--I like savory over sweet, hehe). The staff that helped me (Rica!) was so sweet and helpful. I would absolutely come back here again!! read more

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Waited 45 min in line on a weekend + an additional 15 min before we got our matcha drinks and cake. I think they recently went viral on tik tok for their visually aesthetic cakes, so we had to give it a try. The first bite was really good! But as we kept eating the Banana Krokan Cake, it became too sweet for our liking. Would come back if the lines weren't long and instead of getting a cake, I'd probably want to try their cheesecake. read more

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I found this bakery on Instagram and decided to stop by while visiting San Diego. From the moment I walked in, the elegant atmosphere impressed me, and the beautiful cupcakes displayed throughout the shop immediately caught my eye. Everyone working there was incredibly friendly. Although there wasn't much seating inside, there were plenty of tables in the back patio. My husband and I enjoyed our cupcakes and coffee while relaxing in the lovely atmosphere and having a great conversation. Both the cake and the coffee were delicious. Parking was a bit challenging, but I would definitely come back the next time I'm in San Diego! read more

Was in San Diego for the weekend and stopped by here as soon as I arrived. I ordered the seasonal duo, a strawberry matcha with pistachio foam, and it was absolutely amazing. The strawberry is made with fresh purée, and the pistachio foam had the perfect level of sweetness without being overpowering. What impressed me most was that even with all the flavors, the matcha still really shined through. The drink was creamy, well balanced, and full of great matcha flavor. I also tried my friend's Biscoff matcha, which was very good as well. The next day, I came back and ordered the brown sugar iced matcha with Earl Grey foam, and it became my absolute favorite. The foam alone is incredible. It is less sweet than the seasonal duo, which I loved, and the brown sugar really brings out the matcha flavor. On my third day, I returned and ordered it again and was still in awe. The space itself is great too, with plenty of seating in the back, outlets available, and a nice variety of seating options. The lines can get long, but the service is very fast. I'm from LA, so I will definitely be thinking about this matcha, and if I am ever in the area again, I would absolutely return. read more

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A very popular cafe with a line literally out the door the entire two hours we were there on a Saturday afternoon. The line moved somewhat quickly, that we were in line for maybe 15 minutes with probably 20 people ahead of us. We came back the next day and the line moved a lot slower that I had to leave the line since we wouldn't make our brunch reservations on time. My sister and I each got their iced matcha, one with vanilla, and one with earl grey with early grey cold foam on top. I really enjoyed the drinks, the earl grey moreso than the vanilla. It was creamy, rich, and the ice balanced the initial sweetness. The desserts looked aesthetically pleasing but I'm not sure about the $12 price tag for the size. I would suggest they have the drink menu passed throughout the line so people can decide early on. There's a basic menu on the wall and a specials menu only by the register which changes. I was set on the blueberry matcha but that was no longer available as of November 2025. Parking on the street. read more

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe - Early Grey matcha with Earl Grey cold foam - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California