Meet Fresh

This place has some items that are amazing and other ones that you can just do without…read more I came here for Dine La for lunch and here's what I felt about their menu. First off, the takoyaki octopus balls were full of flavor. I feel that this place does them really well. You don't feel overwhelmed by any seafood tastes and instead, you get well balanced flavor throughout every bite with the combination of the ball itself, the sauces and the flakes on top. Next is the omurice. The egg is cooked to perfection and tastes absolutely amazing. The curry, however, which was recommended by the waiter over the Demi glaze, tasted exactly like the Vermont curry cube you get in the grocery store, so I'm not sure why he recommended that over the Demi glaze. The fried rice within the omurice was alright too. Originally, I wanted to get the tonkatsu omurice but got it on the side as the choice wasn't available for the lunch menu. I would suggest doing without the tonkatsu because it was dry and there's a million and one places that can do tonkatsu better than this place. Honestly, I wish I had the opportunity to cut the omurice myself and choose how much curry I put on it, but the staff did that instead, which I guess made for a good video, but took away from my innate desires to cut the egg on my own haha. Next, the ramen tasted pretty basic like what you could get at any ramen shop. For the chicken wings, I've never had chicken wings in this flavor. They were really really good and I would definitely recommend the wings. For the desserts, I enjoyed both the matcha and the snow globe. I'm not sure what I enjoyed more, however. The snow globe is a gelatin and it doesn't really have too much flavor until you get to the parts with the flower. Plus the little clear balls have a nice flavor and texture. For the matcha, it has an interesting texture and then an interestingly light, yet deep matcha flavor. Oh the drinks. The Thai tea tastes exactly like how it does everywhere else. The amazing lemonade is a lemonade with a few slight modifications, like with cucumber and maybe some other things as well. For the service, it's pretty good here. Everyone is pretty attentive. There are three things at the table, such as cayenne pepper and two other bowls you can add to your dishes to add flavor. I forgot the name of the one I liked but it looked kind of like pork floss or loose tea, and that one had a lot of flavor. I think what's most appealing about this place is the ambiance because you can like sit in a honeycomb, there's fancy designs everywhere and you feel like you're in a different place. I think it's a good restaurant but it's kind of weird how some things here are amazing and some are just okay.

Eyed this place for a while, did not expect to end up sitting in the honeycomb seatings !!! Really…read morecool from our view with a call light button instead of having to wait for a server. Food: The Pork Tonkatsu Omurice was delicious and very filling. The Crispy Fried Chicken rice burger was okay, I will say the cucumber in it is very apparent. The Honeycomb platter had its positives but that Lobster Ball was a bit odd The Tonkatsu Shouyu Ramen was good, but personally have had better. If you finish the bowl you can reveal if you get a free item next visit or not. The Amazing Lemonade was like the name, amazing. The place is really eye catching and getting those honeycomb seats did make a first experience good.

Interior

Demi sauce for omurice

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626 Ice Cream

4.7(914 reviews)

1.6 mi

I was very impressed by the menu options. It had flavors I had never seen anywhere else and I loved…read morethat they had some flavor combinations that were preset so I didn't feel rushed to choose my own. Aidan was very friendly and explained everything very patiently. Service is amazing, which adds a lot to the whole experience. Thanks for making our first visit a great one!

A+ all around for the nostalgic retro decor, asian-loved ice cream flavors, being open late night,…read moreand their amazing team members for their service. Kinda makes me think, "Is this where all the cool kids go?" said by: definitely not a cool kid me. My gal friend and I always want dessert and believe life is always better with sweets. It was around 9 pm already, and of course, we wanted something sweet to end our day. The plaza on Duarte Rd is pretty dark, but 626 Ice Cream was the bright corner filled with tons of people in line, even at 9 pm. They have their posted in a few spots in the line so customers can check out the flavors. My friend was happy there is something non-dairy for her, which was the Mango Sago flavor. They seem to change up their ice cream flavors every now and then I noticed, which is so fun! It was our first time here, and the man who helped us was very sweet in letting me try all the 6 flavors and pick my favorite. I ended up with their Cereal Ice Cream flavor which tasted like a childhood milk & cereal breakfast, the sweet milk you drink after you finished your cereal. I thought "wow!" This was totally it and I fell in love with it. I also want to mention their Yakult flavor was amazing as well; it's the perfect tartness I love in Yakult drinks and had just a teeny bit of sweetness to it. It's great for those friends you may have in your life who just want a little bit of sweetness. Their toppings are so fun, and I would just go back for their toppings to be honest. I asked the team member to choose my toppings for me, you get 3 toppings if you get the mini cup size. So I got red bean, cacao nibs, and mochi. I would come back to eat this combination over and over again. My friend got a Mango Sago flavor, it's non-dairy, with Mochi and Fruit. She loved it as well and I got to try some of it - it packs a punch in mango flavor and is soooo good with their mochi! There is cozy seating inside, or you can totally be a cool kid and pick up one of those stools outside and sit in the parking lot. So nostaligic almost like a backyard party. Thank you 626 Ice Cream for existing and being in the neighborhood! I'll definitely come support more often!

Lychee strawberry and Hojicha

To go ice cream and free stickers

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Small yakult soft serve with osmanthus peach, oreos, and mochi topping.

Patisserie Bluejay

4.6(189 reviews)

1.6 mi

I went back to Bluejay because I missed its cake so much…read more With my luck, it had a couple of slices of cake for me to buy. I got the black sesame cake, mango, rose, and durian. All of them tasted good and had a balanced flavor. Although the hours are kind of odd, it was totally worth it.

A small hidden spot!…read more We came to get other things but stopped by for their huge cookie! For $4 we got the rocky road cookie. It was delicious, soft and chewy and crunchy outer border. They also had very fancy cakes and cake slices for sale.

Inside the Coconut Mango mousse cake - it's so light and refreshing- I loved this!

Our haul! 2 cookies, 1 canele, and 1 mini mousse cake!

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I always get the strawberry matcha latte, it is so yummy! A must try. The matcha powder they use…read moretastes very good quality. Strong matcha flavor, very smooth and not bitter at all.

The matcha here is so good. Perfect amount, smooth and…read morecreamy not bitter at all and not too sweet. They add warabimochi to to it which can be a hit or miss if you don't like texturized foods. ( you can also ask for light warabimochi but it's good i promise) 9/10 @emzmatchadiary on IG for more matcha reviews

Say Mo-Chi!! Actually Strawberry Matcha Latte!! lol

3 flavor mix warabimochi

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Close look at the mochi, a bit slimy, not the normal mochi you're used to

CC Cake

I absolutely love this place! After one of my friends introduced me to CC Cake, I pretty much only…read moreget my cakes from here now. Everything I've tried has been so good, but the salted Oreo is definitely my favorite. The cakes have the perfect level of sweetness without being overwhelming. Everyone in my family literally fights over who gets a piece whenever I bring one home. It gets pretty serious. The store itself is also super cute, and I love that you can customize your cakes, which makes it really nice for birthdays or special occasions. The owner is great as well. There was a slight hiccup with one of my orders, and she handled it perfectly. She was super accommodating and even offered to personally deliver the cake to my house, which I really appreciated. At this point, I don't even need a special event as an excuse to order from here. Sometimes I'll just buy a whole 8 inch cake for myself because I'm craving it. Definitely one of my favorite dessert places!

When I first saw this place, I thought it was just a specialty cake shop. I did not expect them to…read morehave an extensive menu of premium bubble tea drinks as well. It is amazing how much variety they offer at this small shop, including but not limited to cakes, breads, bubble tea, and other desserts. I like to stop by for a drink when I am nearby. The matcha drinks and house special milk teas are pretty good. I would recommend the Brulee Matcha Shake, which has a smooth and creamy texture and is somehow not overly sweet. Brown sugar boba is the perfect topping to go with this drink.

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Bingsu Bingsu

4.2(178 reviews)

0.1 mi

I was happy to find this bingsu spot at the mall and happier still to find they had a smaller size…read moreoption. The place is bright and cute and the staff member was very friendly. I ordered the injeolmi bingsu which was very good. I love roasted sesame powder and red bean combo. The shaved ice itself was smooth and creamy. It was a perfectly light treat. Unfortunate I saw a sign that's said they were closing for business at the end of July. So if you're in the area, try to give them some love before they go.

We ordered the signature bingsu and it was amazing. I came in here with no expectations and…read morehonestly this place really blew me away. Their bingsu and toppings all blended so well together it felt like I was eating a Chinese/Korean açaí bowl. It felt like a very light dessert and I could keep eating more of it. Some bingsu's are a bit more decadent. This place was just right. The bingsu was light and the texture was perfect. It wasn't too icy like some other places. Service was excellent! The cashier was kind and patient. We received our order quickly. There is plenty of seating inside the store. Bingsu Bingsu is located on the promenade side of the Arcadia Westfield mall. There is plenty of parking all around the mall. Would highly recommend this bingsu shop!

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Fika Fika Coffee

4.3(997 reviews)

0.9 mi

First time at Fika Fika and I'm pleasantly surprised! Fika Fika serves reasonably priced coffee and…read moretea, as well as ice cream and treats. They have quite a lot of seating inside, but its rare to get a table, as its always packed! The person taking our order was friendly and helpful! We ended up getting a vanilla cloud cold brew and a butterfly floral latte. Both are delicious! I love myself a strong coffee flavor, so when I saw they had one of my favorite things ever (cold brew), I was practically jumping up and down for joy. I was not disappointed, as the coffee flavor punches through and makes itself very known. One of my favorite sips I've had in a while. The floral latte was really tasty too! You can really taste the distinct flavors, and its nice and creamy without being super overwhelmingly rich. Definitely recommend. Overall, my first experience with Fika Fika was very positive! I'll be coming back for some more cold brew for sure! Also want to try their ice cream. Some of the items are shaped like super cute pandas and capybaras so I want to give that a try as well. Fika Fika gets an 8.5/10 rating and a recommend from me!!

My family and I thought to give this place a try since we were nearby…read more Food 4 stars we tried their So Hochija So Milk and So Matcha So Milk with boba, they were both good Service 2 stars staffs here weren't friendly or helpful. When we asked what they would recommend... instead of mentioning what their most favs are the girl just looked at us in annoyance! Maybe she was having a bad day!?! Ambiance 3 stars the place was small and cluttered. The tables were placed so closely together making it hard to get through. Unattended tables were sticky and left with trash. When we asked the staff to help clean, again the girl looked annoyed (a different female staff than the one at cash register). Parking 4 stars while there are available parking spaces but this plaza can get pretty busy since it's in the same parking lot with Hmart. Overall, both drinks we ordered were good but not sure if we would come here again anytime soon.

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Smoked Salmon Toast

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Moo Moo Mia

4.7(266 reviews)

3.1 mi

Delicious ice cream that tastes gourmet but also fresh! The flavors we had were strawberry sorbet,…read morelemon sorbet, and the July seasonal honey lavender ice cream. My personal favorite was the honey lavender but all of them were tasty and refreshing. What I liked about all the ones we tried was that everything tasted non-artificial. Everything tasted like they used real ingredients which is much appreciated! They have a wide selection to choose from and a few new speciality flavors a month. Plenty of seating. The perfect spot for dessert!

I was challenged recently to hit more local spots in my area and I have waited long enough to write…read morethis review. I have been going to Moo Moo Mia for a while now and it has been one of my favorite delights when it comes to craft ice cream. They offer monthly flavors along with some more original staples and lets be honest, with summer looming, knowing a great ice cream spot is always a must. There are monthly flavors so I recommend swinging by early in the month to check out what great flavors they have cooked up. At the time of my visit, I was hooked on the Strawberry Koldski which was inspired by the Danish roots and a mix of sweet and tart Strawberry. I got a double and I simply wanted more. My go to, is the Oreo and Cream which is one of the best Cookies and Cream variants I have ever had. Everyone is super nice and you can have tastings of the different flavors until you land on one. Trust me, some flavors hit on different days! The shop is in the famous Monrovia shopping area, which adds to the allure of visiting. Parking is free and sitting and having a cup of ice cream in one of the benches is such a treat. Swing by and chill and enjoy some great ice cream! Cheers!

A scoop of Lucky Charms (left) & A Little Taste of Havana (right) - super good!! (March 2026 flavors!)

Scoop of the special August flavor Cookie Butter on a kids waffle cone - SO GOOD!

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Seasonal pineapple orange sorbet - fantastic!! Light, refreshing, and flavorful! (Nov 2025)

Cafe Sweets

5.0(95 reviews)

2.7 mi

Tiramisu latte was delicious Goes great with their almond…read morecakes Owner was ultra friendly

Cafe Sweet has been in my Yelp list for a while. Finally, I stopped by. The parking lot was…read moreconvenient. It is shared with other businesses, but I didn't have any problem The cafe is a small family owned business. It was clean and organized with indoor seating. It has inviting and relaxing vibes. The menu includes; various assortment of tea, milk tea, three color dessert, smoothies, matcha, fruit tea, coffee, and espresso. In addition to tea cakes and muffins. They offer also some savory snacks. The cafe was clean. The young lady who received our order, was very nice and friendly. They had an offer to buy two drinks and get the third free. So, we ordered the following; -Mango Strawberry Smoothie 5/5 The tropical flavor of mango mixed with sweet strawberry gave the drink creamy flavor and velvety texture. It was heavenly. - Strawberry Matcha 5/5 The drink was perfectly sweetened and refreshing. Then, we found out that if you buy six items from the bakery, you get the seventh free. We ordered the following from the bakery; - 3 carrot Tea Cakes 5/5 I really enjoyed this carrot tea cake. It had coconut and raisins. The texture was incredibly soft and rich in flavor. It's a must try! - 1 apple cinnamon Tea cakes 5/5 - 2 Almond Tea cake 5/5 - Chocolate Muffin 5/5 We enjoyed our drinks and the fresh tea cakes and muffins. This cafe is a hidden gem in Arcadia. I will definitely come back to try more drinks and enjoy their delicious tea cakes.

Tiramisu Latte, Crème Brûlée Latte, Hot Golden Tea, and a tea cake

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Hop Cafe

4.5(166 reviews)

2.1 mi

I was here a few weeks ago for a Studio Ghibli mini concert. It was quite lovely to listen to some…read moremusic while eating some ice cream. They had other snacks and drinks, but my friend and I opted for some ice cream. The ice cream wasn't anything to rave about. Service was also okay nothing to point out. Ambiance was wonderful with the live music for this specific event. Overall experience was only 3 stars because I'm not sure I would come back just to experience the cafe itself, only for an event.

Cozy, little cafe with various drinks, savory snacks, and sweet desserts. I am telling you now -…read moreget the bubble egg waffle with ice cream! You will not regret it. I shared a bubble egg waffle with my partner and it was the perfect size for the two of us. There were plenty of ice cream flavors to choose from, but we decided on cookies n cream, a flavor you can never go wrong with. The wait time for the waffle took longer than I expected, but it was all worth the wait. The waffle was served hot, while the ice cream was cold, so there was this delightful temperature contrast. Ample seating is available inside the cafe, as well as free wifi. From what I saw, it appears that many people come here to study or work on their laptops.

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The popcorn chicken is the best I come back just for this

Classic egg waffle

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Hojicha Latte & Strawberry Matcha Latte. YUM!

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Christine L.

180

8 years ago

I love Meet Fresh!!! The dessert tofu is my favorite. I also love the rice balls, green beans topping, and barley. Everything is fresh and so delicious. I love the interior design of this new store, very modern, a great place to meet up with friends for a dessert. The only one negative that I must point out, just like the TC store... why does it take so long for the food to come out? There are many drink places at the mall. Other places are whipping out the drinks so fast. I would just say that don't give people a reason to consider other drink places because the service is slow. Honestly, I don't know why it's so slow. Something you guys should look into. But I do love the arcadia store and I want you guys to do well. Closer for me to enjoy Taiwanese desserts and not have to drive to TC. read more

Brittney S.

Elite 26

154

412

3 years ago

The QQ Mochi Milk Shaved Ice with pudding was a delicious dessert. Despite a relatively smaller portion size compared to some other venues that give you the option of dining in or a to go bowl, the dessert's taste was very refreshing and sweet. The plethora of toppings added a burst of flavors that complemented the dish exquisitely. One commendable feature was the self-serve water and bowl station, allowing for a personalized touch to the dessert experience. However, the interaction with the staff member taking the order fell short of pleasant, lacking the warmth that enhances a dining visit. On a brighter note, the dessert's preparation time was impressively swift, promptly available for pick up after ordering. read more

Christine L.

7 years ago

I had a large order of 25 drinks to go. I brought them an ice chest for my drinks. When I went to pick it up, I was blown away by how well the ice chest was packed with drinks with extra ice. The drinks that didn't fit in the ice chest were placed in a box with additional ice in the bag and the box was taped up. It made transporting the drinks so easy. The workers who put this together were very thoughtful. I didn't have to worry about drinks falling over or spilling in the car. So nice! If you want to know the workers who helped me, I'd be happy to provide names. read more

Boba C.

7 years ago

Every time I go to the mall, I get a drink from MF. Love mango green tea!! Today, the line was wrapped around to the counter. It's great! Good business!! Since the line was so long and I had to wait a while to order, I noticed that the place is a mess. Napkins all over the floor, straw wrappers on the ground, and the place just looked messy! The workers were very busy and cranking out the orders in a timely manner. I think on Saturday, you guys are understaffed. I'm glad business is good though. Food is always good. read more

Will M.

Elite 26 All-Star

377

544

2470

3 years ago

Visited Meet Fresh in Arcadia Mall on a Saturday night around 7 pm - to my surprise, the atmosphere wasn't bustling with crowds. Opted for a hot grass jelly b with added rice balls, and the order was quickly prepared. The person taking my order was friendly and polite. Choosing to enjoy my treat inside, I was pleasantly surprised by the exceptional taste - possibly the best I've had in a while. Whether it's the location or the quality of the dessert, I'm looking forward to another visit soon. read more

Ana M.

5 years ago

ridiculous wait time. Waited over 45 minutes for my one item. Ordered online and I think they didn't prepare my order at all or gave my order to the wrong person and so they kept saying mine would be next. One of the workers was confused about my order and nearly gave me somebody else's order. Even customers who ordered after me got their orders first. After getting my order, it was still wrong and they didn't add everything to it. Would not be back to this location. read more

Nobu S.

2 years ago

We had to flip a coin to decide what to order after discovering that mango and strawberry shaved ice wasn't available at the kiosk. After ordering, we received a melted shaved ice that was more like soup. When I asked a staff member if it was supposed to be "shaved ice," he just added more shaved ice on top. In addition, other customers were having mango and strawberry shaved ice! I guess it was available at the cashier. I would never come back to this store. read more

Sherry L.

5 years ago

This location is merely adequate. I had a strong craving for some Taiwanese desserts and wanted to pay this place a visit. Wintermelon Tea with little taro balls is what I always order. However, the taro balls were a little mushy this time for some reason. It didn't have a chewy texture at all. Also, the service was decent. read more

Jay L.

2 years ago

This establishment boasts a stylish and contemporary ambiance that immediately catches the eye. The workers are exceptionally nice and professional, consistently providing top-notch service with a friendly demeanor. Every detail, from the decor to the customer service, reflects a high standard of excellence. read more

Paul J.

8 years ago

First time writing and posting this. Authentic, healthy Taiwanese dessert place as they bill themselves. good selection of desserts both hot and cold. Enjoyed one of their shaved ice desserts with my SO. Would return again for date night but definitely a luxury i cannot afford ALL the time. read more

Mike L.

4 months ago

Stopped by this drink shop today and was genuinely impressed. The drinks were fresh, not overly sweet, and you can actually taste the ingredients. Service was quick and friendly, and the shop felt clean and welcoming. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for a reliable pick‑me‑up. read more

Starlee T.

4 years ago

I absolutely love it here! Very clean and awesome customer service, they are very patient with you especially if you are a new customer. I've never been disappointed with anything I tried from here read more

Emily L.

3 years ago

This is the perfect place to go during summer because of the amazing selections. I love their taro and sweet potato balls. it's so chewy and with their glass jelly it's the best hands down read more

Corwin C.

4 months ago

Good desserts and drinks. The place was clean and the staff were nice. Everything tasted fresh and the prices were reasonable. Nice spot to hang out with friends after shopping at the mall read more

P C.

139

7 years ago

Average at best. Mango shaved ice has too much ice, not enough mango. The toppings given are very skimpy, not good value for your money. The Rosemead store seemed to be better. read more

Jaydon C.

3 months ago

My boy keith who worked the closing shift today was THE best staff i have ever met in my entire life. Will be coming back more and more just for keith. read more

Chou C.

6 months ago

I am currently sitting in meet fresh store where located in temple city but you give me another meet fresh where locates in Arcadia ?,,, What happens? read more

Maia M.

5 months ago

Very yummy. good selection to choose from. love the workers very positive energy! 10/10 would recommend

Kevin L.

5 months ago

This place was amazing, great! Food was super well. Super duper duoer good woooooooooooooo

Kaisei

5 months ago

Decently fast service, I love the quality of the boba. Ice grass jelly I'd my favorite!

Meet Fresh - desserts - Updated September 2026

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Thought I should update my reviews from over 11 years ago since a lot has changed. I stop coming…read morehere over the years because many times I walked by their sign always say closed. The few times I did catch them. I came in for their shaved snow. The difference between shaved snow and shaved ice is the snow has a softer fluffier consistency and melts in your mouth like cream. Shaved ice is essentially crushed ice into small pieces. I usually get the mango set, but if mangoes aren't in season, it can get very tart. My last one was very sweet. It's a nice cooling dessert for the over 100 degree LA heat. Be prepared, they are often out of many items, so even though it's on their menu, it may not be available. They're usually not busy so seating is not a problem. I haven't tried their lunch menu for a long time but plan to go back and will update my review afterwards. * Shared parking lot in a plaza. Tucked in the corner right next to Dollar Tree.

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Been frequenting this boba shop with my husband every now and then. It has a cozy cafe vibe with a…read morevariety of comfy chairs and tables. The shop feels very nice and clean with a simple interior design. My top drink is probably the White Peach Oolong Milk Tea, which has an oolong tea base with floral notes and a kick of sweet white peach. I like how creamy and fragrant it is. At 50% sweetness, I feel like there is the perfect balance of sugar, tea, and milk. Another solid drink is the Oops Cheese Matcha Smash, which is easily one of their best sellers. This drink is creamy, rich, and indulgent. The layer of cheese foam deepens the flavor of the matcha, making it extra creamy with an enjoyable contrast. Aside from drinks, there are also some snack food options like popcorn chicken and fries. The savory snacks would pair perfectly alongside the sweet drinks. This is for sure a boba spot I would recommend.

Food: popcorn chicken and the passion fruit mango drink i got were good…read more Service: good. got answers to my questions. ambiance: ok. good space but it was really warm when i got there right after they opened. i think partially bc they had both doors ajar. they closed the doors after a while but i was ready to leave at that point. **side note: they have 2 options to order, kiosk or counter with the person. Kiosk charges yoir credit card a fee.

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Stopped by here to grab boba on the way home…read more The staff was very friendly when I walked in. I ordered a milk tea and it was decent. The cup design is cute tho.

More like a 4.5 but one of the better boba places. I truly love the assortment of drinks they have…read morehere, it's one of the few places where I find it really hard to choose because I want to try everything. It's also super customizable, you can make any drink into a slush! And many of their drinks include fruit bits, which I crave. The only thing I'm not a fan of is their popcorn chicken, it's not very battered and crunchy. It's also white meat. It doesn't taste like the traditional Taiwanese popcorn chicken with Thai basil, so it kind of let me down. From pictures, the nuggets look like they'll fulfill my need for crunch. But the regular spicy was a perfect level and it includes chili flakes like chili oil has. Small parking lot but I've never had a problem finding a spot.

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(1k reviews)

Favorite boba spot for years! Their teas are so fresh and their pink boba is the best. Whenever I'm…read moreback from college I always made the effort to drive over here. Their popcorn chicken, tempura, and tofu are the best snacks too. Wish they had bigger indoor seating Fav drinks: Mango green tea w/ pink boba or Honey green tea w/ pink boba Sad the SG location closed a few years ago. Super cute how they draw little characters on their cups!

The service and drinks are good BUT GIRLS, PLEASE READ THIS!…read moreCame here a week ago with my friends and got the lychee green tea with lychee jelly, no ice, 50% sweetness. Honestly really good, light and refreshing without being too sweet. The jelly was a nice touch. Would come back for the drinks at an earlier time. BUT. If you are a girl and you plan on hanging out in the parking lot after, please be aware of one of the security guards. We were sitting and talking in the parking lot almost 2 hours after Au79 had already closed for the night. Around 11:40 PM on a Friday night, a guard on a golf cart parked two spots away from my car and spent the next 17 minutes taking multiple photos of only my car on every lap he made through the lot. There were at least 10 other cars and a group of men right behind us that he completely ignored. He kept circling back and lingering near us specifically. When my friend got out of the car to confront him, all he said was it was "for work." No further explanation. He did not photograph any other vehicle the entire time. Friday nights are when most people are out, so if you are planning a late night here with your girls, just be aware. He appeared to be Hispanic with slightly dark skin and long dark hair up to his chest, patrolling on a golf cart. I am posting this here because I want Au79 to be aware of what is happening in their parking lot, and I want other girls to know before they plan a late night hang here. We felt targeted and unsafe.

Tim’s Thai Tea

4.0

(130 reviews)

The shaved ice was absolutely delicious! I ordered the green apple and the cherry pineapple, and…read moreboth flavors were refreshing, flavorful, and perfect for a hot day. I'll definitely be back to try more! Oh, and the customer service was excellent!

I ordered the Halo-Halo and was very disappointed. The portion was very small, a small cup with ice…read morecream and the total came to $20. Luckily, we didn't order more. After reading the other reviews, I noticed that the listed price was only $13, and the picture shows a tall cup that is completely different from the small cup we received. This feels very misleading. Unfortunately, I won't be coming back. It gives me the impression that this business is more focused on one-time customers than building repeat business. I wonder how many other customers have had a similar experience.

Domo Arcadia

4.8

(208 reviews)

GREAT LOCATION!! plenty of parking lots of seating and awesome staff. the mochi donuts and corn…read moredogs are amazing ‍ they offer drinks as and mochi churros as well which i'm looking forward on trying next time

Highly recommended! The donut is fresh and delicious--the flavors are amazing, The staff is…read morefriendly, service is fast, and the overall atmosphere is comfortable and clean. I will definitely come back and recommend this place to friends and family!

Pawfect Drinks

3.8

(275 reviews)

If you know me, you know I am completely obsessed with duck shit tea. And for the millionth time:…read moreno, there is no duck or manure in it! It's actually a premium Phoenix Dancong oolong known for its ridiculously sweet, floral aroma. Legend has it the original tea farmer made up the name so rivals wouldn't steal his secret crop. My previous go to spot for this tea closed down, but Pawfect Drinks, a small husband and wife run shop in San Gabriel, has officially taken its place. They use fresh fruit, never skimp on ingredients, and have plenty of seating if you want to hang out, study, or play board games. It's open daily from noon to 10 PM, and it isn't just approved by me, my very strict, hard to please Asian mom gives it two thumbs up, too. Here's my go-tos: Duck Shit Lemon Tea: They hand muddle fresh lemon right into the brewed oolong. While they don't use perfume lemons, this is still easily one of the best duck shit lemon teas in the area. Durian Smoothie: If you love durian, do not skip this. You can get standard durian or durian avocado. They use real Thai durian and are extremely generous with the portion. It's thick, creamy, and packed with actual fruit on top of fruit. Strawberry Chinese Yogurt Shake: Move over, Erewhon! This easily rivals the Hailey Bieber smoothie at a fraction of the cost. The Chinese yogurt adds a delicious, tangy creaminess, and you can swap in coconut milk if you're dairy free. It's loaded with probiotics and works wonders for digestion. They also offer mango, banana, dragon fruit, and hawthorn options. Lychee Sparkling Soda: Super refreshing, light, and packed with lychee jelly and chia seeds. Perfect for a hot afternoon. With so many massive boba chains dominating the SGV, I love supporting a local mom and pop spot doing things right.

Never came here when it was CiTea but finally tried them as Pawfect Drinks…read more First, they are a bit off the beaten path which I actually like. Parking in back and on residential street. They open late (10 pm) and have a very inviting interior that encourages people to sit down and lounge. For the durian lovers out there (not me)... they have durian offerings for you between durian or durian/avocado. I tried the Banana Yogurt Shake. I've had the purple rice yogurt shake before from other yogurt drink yogurt shakes offered and since I like bananas, I had to try it. And, WOW, this was really good!!! Also tried the Peach Oolong Milk Tea that also hit the spot if you're not looking for a shake. Check out my pics!

Wushiland Boba

3.7

(351 reviews)