Edit/ update Came to mai again yesterday and am still in…read morelove with the place. They also have outlets Has some of the best pastries and drinks. I loved their double matcha with straus organic milk as well as their chocolate crossaint. This plsce is perfect for studying and a cute date. They have plenty of seating as well.

Visited Mai Coffee on a Sunday, and it was packed -- definitely a popular neighborhood spot…read more Ordering took a little longer than expected because one of the kiosks was out of service, but once we placed our order, the drinks came out surprisingly fast. The space is one of the highlights. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, making it a great place to hang out, work, or catch up with friends. The Wi-Fi was solid, and the atmosphere felt welcoming and lively. The staff were also incredibly friendly throughout our visit. Mai specializes in Vietnamese coffee and matcha drinks, along with a selection of baked goods. My recommendation is to stick with what they do best: coffee and matcha. If you're a fan of dark roast coffee with a strong, bold flavor, you'll probably love their drinks. I tried the Banana Coffee, which was excellent and easily my favorite item of the visit. I also ordered the Mochi Mango drink, which unfortunately wasn't for me. I'd give it about a 2.5/5. The mochi texture felt off, and the mango flavor tasted more like syrup than real mango. That said, I'm comparing it to a version I've had at another boba shop that I personally enjoyed more. Overall, Mai Coffee is a great local hangout with plenty of space, reliable internet, friendly service, and strong Vietnamese coffee. I'd definitely come back for the coffee and to spend some time working or relaxing.

This is by far The best it's my favorite coffee and the matcha too! Line is sometimes long but goes…read moreby really quick

DELICIOUS. We ordered the Buttercream latte, Vienna latte, and Vienna matcha…read more The buttercream latte was my favorite. 10/10 The line was long when we got there but went by pretty fast & our drinks were made fast as well. The shop was noisy and crowded. But considering it was busy it's understandable. Will definitely return

Service was awesome!! Friendly staff. I ordered the lavender matcha. Highly recommend.read more

Came on a Saturday around 10:20 AM and there was already a good line out the door. Waited about 15…read moreminutes in line and another 10 minutes for the drinks to come out. All I can say is wow. Genuinely the most beautiful latte art I've seen in my life!!! You can tell how well they steam their milk because the consistency was perfect. The foam was stable, and the art didn't immediately dissolve or lose its shape when I picked up the cup. The barista's level of precision and control was seriously impressive , my goodnesssss The hot espresso by itself was yum too. The espresso had floral notes with hints of citrus and fruit coming through, and it's a really enjoyable cup even by itself. I also ordered the chaggachino. It was on the sweeter side for me (I don't like my drinks too sweet), but still very delicious. Creamy, rich, and comforting without completely overpowering the coffee flavors underneath. We also got the ham and cheese croissant, which was nicely warm, buttery and crisp on the outside and good proportion of cheese and ham. I visit a lot of coffee shops, so it does take quite a bit to impress me, but this place absolutely wowed me.... Between the coffee quality and the latte art, I really loved it here!! I can see why there's always a line for Nook.

I'd rate matcha is 9/10 and service was top of the notch, it tastes so umami and kinda similar to…read moreAiroma imp. Coffee was good as always, my husband really liked it- he's big fan of strong coffee Highly recommended

The ambiance is great for studying and the coffee is what you'd expect of Vietnamese coffee …read more Customer service good. They bring the drink to you, so leave a tip. That's what made me like them. It really makes them unique. One time an elder came in who was a bit confused about the menu and they were so sweet to him, they even covered his drink. It melted my heart. It has been getting pretty busy here, though. Lots of students from El Camino use it as a study space so make sure to bring headphones.

As you may have read in other reviews, El Sereno Greengrocer features different coffee pop-ups at…read moreits location, and I them for that as it provides us the opportunity to explore different vendors we may not otherwise come in contact with. For May, TLC Coffee Co. was featured. This vendor had a cute setup and it was a sweet duo of mom and daughter. Ya'll already know lavender drinks are my thing of the moment so I had the iced honey lavender latte. I could not taste any honey but the lavender syrup, which is homemade, was good. The coffee beans, however, just didn't come through on this drink though, hence the three . So, for me it was just another latte lacking that sparkle I look for in my coffee. Glad I got the chance to try this vendor but I wouldn't seek them out at further events.

The Honey lavender latte is delicious with oat milk The ladies are delightful and very kind. The…read moresand is always decorated like a simple but elegant coffee stand. Beautiful!

Had a wonderful morning at Azucanela! The food was absolutely delicious and the staff made us feel…read morewelcome. Laura and Carol were especially warm, cheerful, and attentive, which made the experience even better. We ordered the chilaquiles and the breakfast sandwich, and both were fantastic. The chilaquiles were fresh and full of flavor with crispy tortilla chips topped with a rich green sauce, egg, cheese, and red onion. The breakfast sandwich was a generous portion on a warm brioche bun with thick bacon, egg, chipotle sauce, and fresh greens. We also tried the churros, which were clearly made fresh to order. They were not overly sweet, perfectly crunchy on the outside and soft inside. The horchata coffee was absolutely divine and something I would come back just for. Everything here is made fresh, and you can taste the difference. The outdoor seating area with music created such a joyful, relaxing atmosphere and made the whole morning feel special. I can't recommend this place enough!

Coffee was AMAZING, I ordered two mazapan lattes. But don't…read morecome here thinking you will get good customer service. We understand places get busy with little staff but the cashier/barista yelled at both my boyfriend and her co worker. When I ordered there was four seperate customers behind me which we all ordered similar items as me. We thought she called our order first which was a misunderstanding on our part the barista then yelled at her co worker saying "it's not his" "i said it's not his" then when my boyfriend backs up she yells "it's not yours!" It was a simple mistake but did not mean she could yell at her co worker and a paying customer. Like I said we understand first hand being understaffed since my boyfriend and I work in the hospitality/food business. But the barista was just wiping the counter while she had 4 drinks without lids then it took her even longer to take our order plus 2 other customers orders came out when we all ordered similar items (just beverages.)

Food was amazing, me and my friend split the peach cream waffle and the chili chipotle panini and…read morethey were both delish. The panini was my favorite, i was so crunchy on the outside but the inner bread was somewhat soft and the inner chicken was amazing. I got their hazelnut coffee latte with oatmilk and out of several coffee shops ive had, I have not tasted anything like this. The flavor was a good blend of sweet and coffee bean savory. It was really great, I was surprised. Service was outstanding, the owner was super welcoming and sweet. It felt like a cozy little nook at home. Staff checked in to see how we were doing and if there was anything we needed. Me and my friends felt very welcomed.

Honestly less than mid, I asked for light milk and extra ice and an extra shot.. they gave me light…read moreice and extra milk and the coffee was not strong at all. Cold foam tastes like egg. And the time we waited for two drinks was 28 minutes from the time we got in line, (with no one ahead of us in line) not worth it at all The girls were friendly but they were not efficient in service. They advertise chisme in form of little post it notes but you can't actually write any chisme in yourself. They might have run out of post it notes but who knows. The coffee shop was pretty and low lit which I appreciate but it was very small and felt kind of cluttered. They have outdoor seating tho. Paid $18.58 just to toss my coffee in the trash.... Im a bit of a coffee snob so please take this review with a grain of salt.

I loved the vibes in this cafe. There were so many places to sit and study. Also there was a super…read morehelpful barista named Z who recommended me this banana matcha! I would recommend getting the banana matcha but without the chunks because I felt it was too much as a big texture person. Overall 10/10 recommend definitely will be coming back!!!

The service is excellent! Saying Hi and Bye to all who enter and leave; the staff is welcoming and…read moredepending on how large the crowd is they will also thank you when you send in your order through the kiosk. In addition, I had some concerns about the bathroom (which they handled immediately), however because I thought it was a managerial issue, I informed Liz, an employee, to get the person in charge for me. She stayed true to their protocol of trying to handle the issue herself, but I persisted multiple times. Eventually she complied. I spoke with the manager who came possibly from a break and listened intently and the referred me to another employee, Mike. Through the entire experience no one seemed agitated, no one was short with me; it felt like a normal and meaningful conversation despite the breach of protocol because of my perseverance. So kudos to the staff on 5/20/26 around 5pm. particularly Liz and Mike for handling a precarious situation with tact and customer-friendly service. The shift lead at 6:30 fixed drinks and at the same time entertained my concluding conversation about my experience along with telling me the employees' names and how to report my experience for about 5 minutes! Awakening - The In and Out of the cafe business and their lounge dwarfs any eatery out there! As an Inglewood resident and patron since they first opened, I am pleased that Awakening decided to operate in my backyard!

We came on a Saturday morning, we were greeted with the best energy and explanation of their…read morecoffees. Carmen , TK and Masai have the best energy and make sure to take care of you !

Went here for our monthly BIPOC Fiber Friends meetup. It was my first time at the cafe and I loved…read moreit! I ordered a decaf oat latte and avocado toast - the avocado toast was more flavorful than the usual I have, which was a nice surprise. Our group took up a sizable number of tables, so Carmen came over and offered to let us use the back area the next time we come if we give her a heads up. The food and drinks were on point, the staff were friendly, and we felt so welcomed! Will definitely be back to support this community cafe.

I love how this place is close by to where I live! Such a cute and cozy place. I always come back…read moreto get their Banana Cloud Matcha, so tasty! Everyone is so welcoming and friendly. Can't wait to try their other drinks!

Checked out this spot for fun first time and really liked the atmosphere. It's spacious, plenty of…read morespots to get work done, plus WiFi and board games, which is a nice touch. I tried the açaí bowl, and the best part is the unlimited toppings. I'd recommend getting the regular size, the price difference is $2, but the portion is noticeably larger. The bowl was overall okay. I've heard good things about the matcha, so I'd probably try a drink next time. Service was good, but there was only one staff member working and the line picked up quickly. Plenty of street parking, which is always a plus.