Went to Vida Pura and got their breakfast burrito. It's been on my bucket list for a while, and…read moreneedless to say, it was definitely worth it. I'm glad I finally got around to trying it. I loved the avocado and hash brown combination, and the salsa that came with it paired really well, a little kick with it. The portion size was great and definitely filled me up. The service was fast, but seating is pretty limited since it's mainly outdoors. Parking can be a little rough because it's street parking only, and it was pretty full when I came on a Saturday morning. I would definitely come back. I also saw that they make coffee and matcha drinks, and they all looked really good, so I'd definitely come back to try that next time!

Vida Pura is a Latina-owned plant based cafe located in the heart of East LA. It was formerly a…read morevegan food truck and eventually became the current brick-and-mortar cafe. [Parking]: Free small public parking lot directly across from the shop. [Amenities]: This is a really small coffee shop with no indoor tables and only two small outdoor tables. No restroom is available. [Menu]: Yelp's top highlighted items are the Breakfast Burrito, Teddy Bear (double espresso, agave, housemade vanilla cold foam, Teddy Grahams), and Banana Nut. All drinks are made with oat milk. Please note that the kitchen closes at 1 PM on Monday - Tuesday and 2 PM on Wednesday- Sunday even though the cafe remains open for another 1 - 2 hours. Come early for anyone wanting to try kitchen items like breakfast burrito or breakfast sandwich. *** Banana nut (double espresso, house made vanilla cold foam, house made banana syrup - medium $7.50): It came with two banana chips. The cold foam was quite underrated and I could taste a hint of banana flavor. The drink wasn't as sweet as I had expected - I liked it. Breakfast burrito (Refried beans, soyrizo, tofu scramble, crispy hashbrowns and sliced avocado wrapped in a flour tortilla - $13.50): Portion wasn't huge, but it also wasn't small enough to finish in one sitting. It had one of the softest texture for breakfast burritos. The soyrizo was very flavorful. It also came with a side of salsa - quite spicy but flavorful at the same time. *** I probably still prefer meat-based breakfast burritos, but their soyrizo breakfast burrito is quite good and the coffee drink is excellent (4.5-star for both items). I would definitely recommend this small coffee shop for a quick grab-and-go.

I got the chile relleno with carne in salsa verde and it was really good and a big portion (had…read morehalf for lunch and the rest for dinner). The burrito was almost $17 with tax so a bit pricey but the size and flavor definitely make up for it. I'd also order ahead it gets very busy especially on the weekends and during lunchtime. Great service too!

Had the their chile relleno burrito with asada. Definitely, a winner and great taste and texture…read more The asada offered some smokiness and the relleno provided a tang complimenting the beans. The red hot sauce added an extra kick...much appreciated. The flour tortilla was fresh and good. Also had their watermelon agua Fresca: slightly a little too sweet by itself but with a bite of burrito and hot sauce; calmed my mouth down. The cashier was friendly and easy going .

My girlfriend treated me out to La Carreta this past weekend for breakfast. Place was packed to the…read morebrim and requested a smaller table to be cleaned so we can sit there. We both ordered their Huevos con Chile Verde. For a $16 dish, the portions were on the smaller side but the flavor packed a punch! I know it's an egg dish with chile verde but the amount of meat was borderline absurd. Overall, great flavors but not sure if it's worth the price. Service was very attentive except when we needed our check. It took a while to flag someone down but we were in no rush. Overall, good little spot for breakfast but expect to leave hungry if you have a big appetite like me.

I guess they only serve locals…read more Horrible experience my family and I were starving. On our way to the museum and they could tell we weren't regulars. We came in sat down. No one No one acknowledged us or asked if we needed water!!! Horrible service they all fuchi faces!!! At least greet people!! We left after 20 minutes and nothing. To top it off someone came in after us and they were promptly greeted and given drinks!!! This place was disappointing to say the least!!

Chilaquiles are my favorite breakfast food and these did not disappoint! I got the chilaquiles with…read moregreen sauce and tomato sauce and let me tell you, that tomato sauce was INSANE. The green sauce has a significant tang to it so the two really balanced each other out. Next time I'll definitely add a protein as well, but this bowl of chilaquiles was delicious! I also had a Jamaica lemonade which was great, it had a nice kick/tang to it. They make everything in house - the chips, their meats, everything. They have a solid, limited menu, and I can't wait to try other items. It's a small restaurant but they make you feel like you're home. The gentlemen at Tenampal are so welcoming, they give so much attention to each customer, they really take care of you. They constantly check in on you to make sure you're happy without being overbearing. As far as service goes, this experience was within the top 3 experiences I've had at a restaurant in my entire life just in terms of how welcoming they were. I was very lucky to grab a seat here on Sunday - I've heard usually it's pretty busy to get in here but since I went during a World Cup game, I was able to be seated right away. The only thing - parking was pretty difficult, ngl. You gotta luck out finding street parking or go into the residential areas to park. But it's worth it!

I can't believe I didn't find Tenampal sooner. This hidden little scratch kitchen in Boyle Heights…read moreis exactly the kind of place that reminds me why I love trying local restaurants. Parking is street-only, but trust me, it's worth the hunt. From the moment we walked in, it felt like the entire kitchen welcomed us. The energy was warm and inviting, and both servers we interacted with were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to guide us through the menu. To drink, I ordered the limonada and my boyfriend got the jamaica, both refreshing and the perfect start to the meal. We kicked things off with the beans and chorizo topped with salsa macha, and wow. Absolutely incredible. The fresh-made chips sprinkled with cotija cheese were so good that we could barely stop eating them long enough to order the rest of our food. I went with the huevos rancheros in green sauce. The sauce can lean a little sweet, so I asked for it extra spicy and it was exactly what I was hoping for. My boyfriend ordered the green enchiladas with suadero, which our server told us had been made fresh that morning. The quality and care put into every dish really came through. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtful, and made from scratch. Not a single dish disappointed. Between the food, the hospitality, and the attention to detail, Tenampal easily earned a spot on my list of favorite neighborhood finds. I'll definitely be back.

Pleasantly surprised! This restaurant serves authentic, fresh, and delicious Mexican food. The…read morechips were incredibly fresh, and the beans were some of the best I've had in a long time. The handmade corn tortillas and scratch-made salsas really set this place apart--you can definitely taste the difference. The service was excellent, the restaurant was spotless, and the staff was warm and welcoming. This is truly a hidden gem in the heart of East LA. We even took home a pint of beans and a dozen handmade corn tortillas, and we're already talking about our next visit.

Food was amazing and authentic! Service was amazing chips and salsa where bomb. Definitely…read morerecommend the chilaquiles! ambiance was very mexican vibes and plenty of parking in the rear!

The food was great. Ambiance is on point. It's always a good sign when you walk in and it's busy…read more 11/10 would go again!

The experience here is always good, there was no wait time…read more My favorite thing about Concha's Cafe is literally the coffee. Second time coming here, and it won't be my last. This time I got the steak and eggs. Honest review here! The steak wasn't great, well at least to my liking. But just because I didn't like it doesn't mean you won't like it. This is one of m favorite spots to have breakfast. I loveeeeeeeeeeeeee the coffee here.

It's confirmed, one of my top three coffee shops in sgv! (And it's won me over more than many…read moretrendy LA shops in my book too) All the baristas are always super sweet and they take extra care for each order received, I noticed this right away when I discovered them last year! Other places tend to rely heavily on specialty drinks(like einspanners) and don't source the ingredients with as much thoughtfulness as they do. As a regular, I appreciate that their espresso is strong but also smooth and when I order a hot latte it's actually hot and not lukewarm, and the foam isn't too frothy but just the right amount of density. You can tell they try to perfect every step and as someone who spends all their money on coffee, I reallyyyyyyy appreciate this. The plus side is that they always open super early and you can order online for pickup(I've yet to do that but sometimes when I show up at opening there's orders already in the queue ahead of me!) All that aside, their matcha selection has got me in a chokehold, I will try and pace myself when I get a craving for it but will always come back to order their chiran. Thanks, leaflet, for giving me my caffeine boost for all those long work days before and beyond!

This is one of several newly opened third-wave coffee shops in Monterey Park over the last few…read moreyears. The coffee shop started at farmers markets and now the shop has the current brick-and-mortar location. [Parking]: There is a free parking structure behind the plaza so parking shouldn't be an issue; however, I did have to drive up to the third level of the structure to find an available parking spot on Saturday morning. [Amenity]: Not a huge coffee house with few outdoor chairs and six indoor tables. The shop was not crowded at 10 AM on Saturday, so it didn't take long for me to receive my order. There is no restroom inside the cafe, but keys for the outdoor men's and women's restrooms are available at the cashier counter. [Menu]: Unlike other matcha shops, this coffee house offers three different varieties of ceremonial-grade matcha (Kagoshima, Chiran, or Asanoka) from Fukuoka, Japan for customers to pick. Yelp's top three highlighted drinks are Furious George, Dear Jasmine, and Luxurious George. Please note that 2% lactose-free milk is the default and customers also need to choose one of two espresso options for lattes: light-medium roast (Manhattan - Ethiopia & Colombia) or medium-dark roast (Vietnam). For baked goods, they offer muffins and croissants & I even spotted an interesting items like kimchi & spam croissant. *** Furious George (2 shots of espresso, sweetened with cane sugar, flavored with vanilla and banana balanced by milk (2% Lactose Free, 100% Sweet, Regular, Regular Hot, Manhattan Blend Med-Light espresso - $7.75): A lightly sweetened solid latte. *** A good coffee shop for local community college students from East Los Angeles College (ELAC) to stop by and recharge.

Food is always delicious and great quality. Ambiance is very diner-style but still comfy when…read moreeating with peers or friends! Service is top-notch too! Really recommend

This place has the best food in LA--the breakfast is so good! The service is excellent; everyone is…read morehard-working, always smiling, and they turn tables so fast. It's also super clean! They also have the best coffee . Their egg coffee is number one in LA for me right now. It's so rich and creamy! It doesn't taste like egg; it's almost like a crème brûlée style. I don't know how to explain it, but it's amazing and definitely at the top! It's actually my absolute favorite spot, but I need to try new things now because I always order the exact same food." And manager kinda sweet and nice miss Candy Lv it's so much .

Amazing food and great service. The lady was so sweet and brought my tea to my table. :)read more

Really cute spot for breakfast/brunch…read more friendly and warm service My Dulce de Leche coffee was a bit mild in flavor but otherwise it's def a spot I would try again if I was in the area...

Stopped in for a quick meeting and this location is nice! Good amount of 4-person tables and bar…read moreseating in the back of the main aisle. WiFi was reliable too. The music is on the louder side but could hear it through video calls. For drinks, I got the seasonal Ube latte with almond milk ($1 sub) and it was yummy! Nice balance of coffee and sweet Ube flavor and had a nice consistency. Would order again.

My Spaniard was alright. I felt like something was missing…read more Just in LA for memorial weekend and needed some pick me up before we head out to Long Beach. I am from the Bay 415 and 408, tasted more of the cinnamon than anything else. Ordered online so I am not sure of what service is like in person. Daughter and son-in-law picked it up for me. lol It's a cool name and im sure the ambiance inside reflects Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab. I'll give it another try when I come back in town. Maybe a different drink will suit my palate.