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Hinar

4.4 (247 reviews)
ModerateCafes, Desserts
Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Zuli M.

Stumbled into this cute cafe. Love the decor and vibes. The bathroom was so cute lol service was decent. I got the biscoff latte and it was good. Nothing that I will crave and dream about having again but good.

raspberry cheese cake
Christi S.

When you walk in, their glass display is stunning, and it's hard to miss their array of desserts. Their cakes are abs GORGEOUS. I recommend getting the biscoff or raspberry cheesecakes. They're super fluffy and not too sweet. As for the macarons or the cakes with flowers, they're alright. The tiramisu was eh, it was far too strong in coffee flavor and inedible for me to eat. As for drinks, their coffee is average. It's not bad, but it does in a pinch. However...their earl grey matcha is magnificent. Super subtle with the earl grey, and not too strong. You can still taste the matcha and the earl grey did not detract from the matcha at all. It complemented each other. This is the only dessert/cafe place for me that opens late. Most other places close far too early so this is why I keep coming back to Hinar. It gets pretty busy during the day, even til closing so come early if you want a table or before they sell out of cakes for the day. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a new cafe to try out!!

Cony L.

I heard a lot of good things about this second location of Hinar so decided to try. The cafe has lots of parking spots available and this place is a lot bigger than downtown location. I tried their earl gray matcha and it was pretty smooth and good! The service was just ok, but def will come back for the drinks and desserts!

Banana Krokan Cake
Steven T.

The combination of the hazelnut ganache, the chocolate chiffon, the bananas, and the mixed nuts--which I believe to be almonds and pistachios--in the Banana Krokan Cake I ordered created a smooth texture and rich flavor that's a delight to the senses. The cake had an airy, fluffy texture and the ganache layers had a creamy richness like a chocolate mousse. The bananas provided nice break to the richness of the ganache while the mixed nuts added a nice crunch to the overall eating experience. I also ordered a vanilla bean latte. It was a sweet but simple latte which complemented the chocolate-forward Krokan cake well. I wholeheartedly recommend this cake to chocolate lovers, and I would love to try the Tiramisu or the Banana Custard down the line.

Brown sugar matcha, Americano and Biscoff Cheesecake
Deb O.

This was my second time here. Glad we have a dessert place in our neighborhood. I ordered Brown sugar Matcha (cold), a hot Americano with cream and sugar and the Biscoff cheesecake. My husband and I loved everything. The matcha was perfect with brown sugar.....and hubby said the Americano was good too. Now the Biscoff cheesecake was super good...it had a nice thick crust and the caramel topping was perfect with it. The Biscoff cookie on top made it better too. Last time, I ordered one of the cakes decorated with a flower on the top but I prefer this cheesecake. I'll have to try the Basque cheesecake too when I return. The place is so nice and no wonder people hang out here and some work too with their laptops. Service has always been awesome!

Earl gray matcha latte
Ka'uhane C.

Absolutely gorgeous aesthetic, and their earl gray matcha is fantastic. I'm excited to come back and try their brown sugar latte. Very friendly service, too - shoutout to the girl who took our order for her patience with us.

earl grey matcha
Angie H.

Hinar always SLAPS. Their matcha is consistently amazing, easily one of my TOP 5 spots in San Diego. I absolutely love their Earl Grey matcha with the foam on top. The Biscoff matcha and regular matcha are both delicious too. The service is always incredible as well! Everyone is super friendly, and the drinks come out FAST. I also can't forget to mention their beautiful interior. The seats are almost always filled with people studying or friends chatting. One of my favorite spots to hang out, I envy the people who live nearby and can grab this whenever they please.

The spread
Nolita N.

Hinar has been on my list for awhile, and I'm glad I got to finally check them out. Upon arrival, I saw that the spot is super cute, and it was very busy even though I was there on a Thursday afternoon. All the seating was taken. What I got: - Brown Sugar Latte with Biscoff Foam: this was good, although it was a lot of sweets, it was still balanced with the coffee flavor. I believe the biscoff foam is seasonal. - White Chocolate Raspberry Cake: the cake was fluffy and moist while the raspberries added the perfect tartness to the cake. I will say, the cake isn't overly sweet, which is good, but I do wish there was just a little more cake than the pink cream. This spot is on the pricier side because both items did cost me $18.75 total. Which to me is a little steep.

Jacob M.

Hinar is one of my favorite spots for matcha. The matcha is so good, the workers are nice, and the place has a chill vibe, especially at night. It's also a good place to study, but it can get pretty busy. Just be careful in the parking lot since cars around the area drive fast. Definitely one of my go-to places.

Jennifer V.

Amazing! The pastry and drink I selected were delectable! I got the biscoff matcha and a ham and cheese pastry (photo included). If I'm in the area its a no brainer for me to stop in. The staff were friendly and the ambiance of the cafe is absolutely stunning. I enjoyed all the details

Matcha latte with biscoff foam top left Earl gray matcha with earl gray foam top
Alice C.

Drinks were really good! Perfect amount of sweetness, matcha taste, and smoothness. Service was quick as well. Interior is really classy and chill. Lots of students studying / just chilling. Also got their raspberry cheesecake and it is divine

Menu drinks
Vivian

I remember going to Hinar's downtown location when they first opened, so I was excited to see they opened another spot closer to North County. I had heard mixed things comparing the two, so I wanted to see for myself. First off, parking here is way easier. It's in a big plaza so you don't have to deal with downtown street parking at all, which already makes a difference. The space itself is also bigger. The downtown one had that hallway into a patio, but this one just feels more open and straightforward. Both still carry that same clean, soft, aesthetic vibe though. Neutral tones, bright but not harsh, everything feels very put together. It's one of those places where you can actually sit for a while without feeling overstimulated. The dessert case looked really good. They had macarons lined up, cheesecakes, and those pretty floral decorated cakes that look almost too nice to touch. Everything looked fresh. I was tempted, but I came for the matcha. Their menu is pretty simple, cafe-style on the wall, with some specials at the counter. For matcha, they offer flavors like vanilla, brown sugar, and Earl Grey, plus a seasonal foam. At the time it was Biscoff foam, which you can pair with either a latte or matcha. I got the Biscoff matcha with oat milk, and it came out to a little over $9 with tip. It is on the pricier side for a drink, but presentation and quality wise, it makes sense. I went around 6 pm and there was still plenty of seating. People were studying, on laptops, or just talking, but it didn't feel overcrowded. Tables were spaced out enough where you don't feel on top of other people. The lighting is really nice too, lots of natural light coming in, so it doesn't feel dim or heavy like some cafes do in the evening. The drink came out pretty quickly and looked really good. The matcha was a bright, vibrant green, which is always a good sign, and it had a thick layer of Biscoff cream on top with crumbles sprinkled over it. It looked layered and clean, not messy or rushed. Taste wise, the first couple sips leaned a little sweet, especially from the foam, but once I stirred it, everything balanced out. You still get that strong earthy matcha flavor, which I care about, and the Biscoff adds sweetness without completely taking over. It didn't taste artificial or watered down either. I also liked the texture from the crumbles. As they mixed into the drink, you'd get little bits throughout which made it more interesting instead of just sipping something flat the whole time. The oat milk worked well with it too, it kept it creamy without being too heavy. Only thing, the caffeine is real. I had this around 6 pm and did not fall asleep until like 2 am, so just keep that in mind if you're sensitive to caffeine or going later in the day. Overall, this location holds up. Same aesthetic, same quality, but with way easier parking and more space. It's a solid spot if you're in the area and want a good matcha or just somewhere calm to sit. I'd come back.

Kayli J.

Immaculate vibes! Yummy macarons (great texture, decent flavor) to have with the black rose tea. The early grey macaron was my favorite in terms of flavor, although the creme brulee was incredibly soft. There's a fair amount of seating as well. I didn't get a chance to try the biscoff latte, but it seemed very popular.

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4.0
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