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    Moncha Cafe

    4.6 (111 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    PRISCILLA A.

    The tea is good. Cute cups and packaging. 25% sugar is not sweet (which I prefer) and it satisfies the craving. We selected this place to try something new and I can say it was worth trying. Is it to die for but worth trying. The tea has a good a good balance of both. Good serving size. The price was good as well. Boba was a little tough.

    Annie Y.

    I stopped by in the afternoon on a Friday to get some work done. As someone who is very sensitive to caffeine, I was happy to see lots of caffeine-free options. I opted for the strawberry floral tea (caffeine-free due to chrysanthemum tea base) with brown sugar agar boba and popcorn chicken with Chinese bbq seasoning. The employee brought my drink and food directly to my table. I was surprised by the boba because I originally thought it was brown sugar OR agar boba but they flavor their agar boba with brown sugar. Agar boba is not my favorite, but it's good with the brown sugar! The floral tea was interesting, but I think I'd opt for something else next time as I found the chrysanthemum flavor a little too overpowering. The chicken is not the Taiwanese style. A nitpicky detail: I wish the chicken came mixed with the seasoning already, or at least came in packaging where I could close and shake. The flavor was great though! This is a great spot to work with lots of seating and good wifi. Parking can be hit or miss depending how busy the store is, but love to see a spot with caffeine free options + open late night!

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    Kathy M.

    I really do love the space. The staff working is always so nice and I enjoy the events held at this location. The drinks are always changing and the food always come super hot.

    Linh Y.

    Heard about Moncha Cafe through Yelp SGV. They just recently had a Grand Opening. Thought I give them a try since I was in the neighborhood in Rosemead. Came here with my eldest daughter. They weren't super busy at the time. Parking lot is quite small. We got lucky with parking since our visit was during low peak hours. Cute spacious inside space with reasonable amount of seating for customers to chill, chit chat, do homework, or just relax with an iced or hot drink of choice. Restrooms are available in the back. Yay, free WiFi! They have board games, too. Ordering can be done via the self-ordering kiosk or at the counter. Lady staff was super nice and friendly, but a tad soft spoken. I could barely hear her speak at times. She was kind to deliver our drinks to our table. Thank you Miss for the above and beyond service! My daughter got the Peach Flower Tea with lychee jelly. It has a hint of chrysanthemum tea flavor. Very nice and light. Flavor was subtle, but soothing. I liked it a lot. I got the Midnight Jasmine Milk Tea with sakura boba. It was smooth and refreshing. Boba was firm and bouncy. Milk tea had a very familiar flavor. What came to mind was the Bazooka bubble gum flavor. Bingo! I was right. The lady confirmed it is infused with chican which is a Peruvian corn. Cool! I would get the midnight flavor again. On our way out, I ordered two more drinks. Oolong Milk Tea for my youngest daughter and Bittersweet Love for my Mom. Both of them enjoyed their drinks very much. No complaints. That's the way we like it. I find this cafe has very unique and flavorful drinks that sets them apart from other run of the mill boba shops. Highly recommend! I'll definitely be back to try other specialty tea flavors and their snacks as well. Thank you Moncha Cafe for elevating tea boba drinks to the next level!

    French Fries
    Sarah T.

    Was craving flavored fries and knew Moncha has them on their menu. Interior is GORGEOUS and looks so comfy for studying. Really quiet and plenty of people working inside too. For the fries, I mixed honey butter and chinese bbq. The flavor was really good! They gave me a spicy powder too that added this chinese lamb skewer taste to it. The powder combo had a nice balance of spicy, sweet and savory bbq. A big portion too for $5. My main compliant would be the size of the powder. It was not fine enough so it had a hard time sticking to the fries. I really had to dip the fries onto the powder with every bite. Fries themselves were pretty standard. Overall, I love the space and will be coming back for more fries and maybe even a drink!

    Milk tea w/brown sugar boba
    N. Danny S.

    Came here on a Saturday night and got a milk tea with brown sugar boba and popcorn chicken. The guy at the cashier was very friendly and helpful with and questions I had about the menu. When the popcorn chicken got sent to the wrong table he quickly noticed and ran out to bring it over to me. The milk tea was perfect and not too sweet. The chicken was super crispy, the give you the spicy powder on the side so you can adjust to your preference. I like that this place stays open late like boba shops used to, I feel like most places close early now. Overall this is a great boba shop that has an old school vibe but modern aesthetic. Service is top notch, and it's just a chill spot to hang out to do work, play games, or catch up with friends.

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    John T.

    Moncha Cafe Motto: At Moncha Cafe, we believe every cup is more than just a drink -- it's a moment, a mood, a daily ritual. Moncha Cafe's Mission Statement: Moncha Cafe is your cozy corner to unwind, connect, and savor the simple pleasures. Our journey began with a dream: to create a space where people could gather over handcrafted teas and coffees, delicious bites, and genuine conversation. Whether you're grabbing your daily caffeine, settling in for a study session, or catching up with a friend, we're here to make every visit feel just right. Background On Visit: Decided to stop by to get a drink after work. It was a nice break before continuing on my way home. Location/Parking: Located in a small strip mall on the NW corner of San Gabriel and Valley. Parking can be found in a small shared parking lot of front, but you can find parking along Valley Blvd.. Ambiance/Decor: Pretty neat decor with a moss backdrop to take some selfies with. Entertainment: Couple times a month, they provide their space to organizations to meet and have fun. Service: Chu (owner) and his staffers were nice, friendly, and offered great suggestions. Drink Of Choice: I decided on the flower tea. It's a blended of 3 different flowers (osmanthus, chrysanthemum, and gomphrena amaranth) with no added sugar. Thought the tea was very thirst quenching and had a really nice floral taste. I also liked how it wasn't caffeinated. Moncha Cafe For Thought: Will definitely come back to try more items on their menu.

    Alvin L.

    Great spot for light eats and drinks, and to escape the business of Valley Blvd. Perfect study spot! The staff was attentive, and nice. Loved their popcorn chicken, midnight jasmine, and maracuya tea. Their Maracuya tea is chrysanthemum & passion fruit which was slightly tart and refreshing, and paired well with the salty and savory popcorn chicken Medium spicy level is still pretty mild, so for those who likes to handle a Thai medium, you can go hotter on the levels for the popcorn chicken

    Honey Flower Tea
    Jenny L.

    My friend and I decided to co-work here at Moncha Cafe on a Friday afternoon. I got the Honey Flower Tea, which seems to be a blend of flowers. It taste just like chrysanthemum and osmanthus, which I believe are in the blend. It's brewed very well and not overly sweetened with honey, the ratio is just right! They offer plenty of appetizer snacks as well. The pictures don't do this place justice. The cafe is much nicer, brighter, and more spacious in person than how it looks from the outside and on yelp photos. They have long tables, outlets, and comfortable couch seatings that makes it a good spot to work, study, and even hang at! I believe the owner was running the shop as well unless I was mistaken, but he was very attentive towards his customers and seem passionate about the cafe. Definitely looking to come back for more remote work sessions here!

    Nikki B.

    There are very few people that can get me to leave my house on a Monday night and my darling girls are at the very top of that list. Located in a small shopping plaza, Moncha Café is a cozy spot with cute décor and tables with comfy seats & couches. They are open until midnight so it's a great spot to study or work and grab a late-night snack. They specialize in boba & matcha and also offer bites such as fries, eggrolls, & popcorn chicken. This place is relatively new but already popular. There were several people on their laptops so we kept our conversation and giggles to a whisper. We shared Spicy Salt & Pepper Garlic Parmesan Fries, a Strawberry Limeade, & an Iced Matcha Green Tea. The fries were addictingly good. They had a slight crispness on the outside and were pillowy soft inside. They didn't skimp on the seasoning either. They also came with cute little forks so you didn't have to use your fingers. The Strawberry Limeade was a tad sweet but refreshing. It would be great mixed with some tequila, vodka, or gin. LOL! Their Matcha is ceremonial grade from Japan, so the Iced Matcha Green Tea was smooth and not grainy. It had a nice flavor. If Boba or Matcha is your thing, definitely check this place out. I'll be back for the fries!

    Pistachio milk tea
    Kristen V.

    Cute spot ! I ordered the pistachio milk tea and popcorn chicken. There is a little self kiosk system, but I suppose you can also order up front. I only saw one person working so I wasn't sure. The pistachio milk tea was yummy. I was told to be sure to stir it by the server so that was kind! (: the "chicken bites"or popcorn chicken was juicy, but I was craving something more crispy and spicy so maybe I didn't order to my liking. The kiosk is helpful, but it would be nice to have more info of items on the menu so I'm not missing out. lol! Otherwise, I would try more items again. The place is cute and a nice ambiance to bring a date and also study for a chill vibe.

    Edmund W.

    I came here on a Thursday night, and it seemed like a nice spot to grab a drink and chill talking to friends or doing some computer work. The lady that helped me and my girlfriend when ordering the drinks was helpful and the drinks here were pretty good. The restroom here was clean as well. I would come back again to try more of their drinks.

    10/24/25 Ube Cafe Latte (iced)
    Jennifer W.

    10/24/25 Absolutely cool & gorgeous aesthetics at this newly opened boba/tea shop with tasty snacks, creative drinks/flavors & friendly service. Cool vibes only. You may order at the counter or at the kiosk. Ken (staff) suggested the jasmine tea which is one of their popular drinks but I was instantly drawn to the iced Ube latte. Also noticed Sakura boba-never had it so added that-- best choice! It was bouncy, chewy with a "snap", will definitely choose this over the brown sugar boba. The garlic Parmesan popcorn chicken was a great choice, too. It was crispy & flavorful. Met the owner, Chu, really down to earth, overall good guy. I do hope his business thrives. He says he's thinking of adjusting & business hours to keep open later, I said that a great idea for people who work or younger people who like to hang out or study. There's a fair amount of comfortable seating indoors. Parking is somewhat limited especially during peak hours but we had no trouble finding any on a Friday night about 9 pm. Given how delicious the popcorn chicken was & the Ube latte was so good, I would love to return & try other snacks or drinks.

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    Love the vibe and atmosphere, great place to kick it with friends. Drinks and service are amazing!

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    Fries are delicious! Place is a good place to hang out study and have a delicious boba!

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    6 months ago

    Great tea. Love it. The atmosphere is so inviting and the owner is super nice. I would recommend this place anytime any day

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    5 months ago

    Good, service atmosphere were all great!!! Owner is very receptive to opinions and is a very nice person to be around. Highly recommend!!!

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    Great service yummy tea! Owner was very nice and gave complimentary fries! Love the oolong tea!

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    This spot is so cool! Love the drinks, ambiance. Service was awesome. The story behind the Peruvian / boba mashup is awesome.

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    9 months ago

    The tea is some of the best in the area. No trash syrups, just straight quality. Also chill place to study.

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    Hi. Does now the shop is serving the Benton box? All day? and how much? I couldn't find the menu here... thanks Dec 9. 2025

    Hello, yes we recently started serving bento boxes. They are currently served from lunch time to when our kitchen closes in the night, normally it would be 11:30 pm. Thank you

    Do they have any pastries or food here?

    They do have food now. I took a photo of the menu and will post it. Bentos are $12 or $14. Add $2 to add a tea or milk tea. $4 to add premium drink.

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    Browned - Creme puff

    Browned

    4.5(92 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Find me a treasure bread coffee shop with good looks and strength online!…read more As soon as I entered the door, I was confused by the box full of puffs and coson fragrance. It was completely a paradise for dessert fans Puff Want their Dong Ding Oolong and matcha puffs Dong Ding Oolong The tea fragrance is particularly strong, not that kind of dead sweet cream. At first, there is a faint oolong tea fragrance in the mouth, and the afterter sweetness is very obvious. After eating, it will not be greasy at all. Matcha Puff The source of happiness of matcha stars , the filling is thick and smooth, with a slight bitter charm and tea fragrance, and it goes well with the crispy puff shell. bread Rose Lychee Raspberry Croffin What is amazing this time is that the rose lychee is praised. The outer layer is crispy and the slag is falling off. The song itself has a rich milky fragrance, with the fragrance of rose and lychee fruit. The sense of hierarchy is particularly rich, which is a taste that will be remembered after a bite. almond cream is also with a strong almond fragrance and silky milk sauce, which is full of aroma but not too sweet. runny yolk kimchi bacon garlic roll can be praised Salty The moment you cut it, the egg yolk slowly flows out, with smoked flavor and garlic cream, salty and fragrant, which is very suitable for brunch. coffee Their latte series is also very good. Hazelnut Latte With the aroma of nuts, the coffee and milk fragrance blend very smoothly. Matcha Latte The tea is rich in flavor, and the taste is silky and smooth. It is not only sweet, and matcha has a strong sense of presence. Black Sesame Latte The aroma of sesame is strong, and it feels like a combination of Chinese dessert and coffee. The more you drink, the more delicious it is. On the whole, whether it is puffs, songs or drinks, it doesn't step on a mine. It's good-looking and delicious. It's very suitable for weekend dates, sister afternoon tea or being alone in a daze Browned is located on the first floor of the one apartment building opposite the Hawaii supermarket. It is very convenient.

    Finally made it to Browned and these Macau Mini Cream Puffs disappeared so fast the box looked…read morepersonally offended. We got the 4-piece set with Bischoff Crunch, Taiwan Dong Ding Oolong Tea, Marukyu Matcha, and Dark Chocolate because leaving chocolate behind feels illegal. First bite in and suddenly everyone at the table forgot manners. The puff shells were perfectly crisp and airy, while the cream inside was smooth, light, and not sugar-bomb sweet. Every flavor showed up exactly as advertised too. The matcha came in earthy and rich, the oolong tasted like tea leaves earned a pastry degree, and the Bischoff Crunch almost caused a "who had more bites" courtroom situation. Meanwhile the Dark Chocolate sat there quietly like the cool cousin at the family party before completely stealing the show. The drinks were not about to get overshadowed either. The Pistachio Cream Top Latte was ridiculous in the best way possible, especially knowing they roast the pistachios in-house before turning them into that silky nutty cloud on top. And the Lemon Breeze Espresso? Bright, citrusy, refreshing, basically summer on vacation while espresso does cartwheels in the background. Safe to say Browned did not come to play. My caffeine levels are concerning, my dessert standards are now unrealistic, and yes... I'm already planning my return like a pastry addict with a mission.

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    Browned - Creme puff 8 for $30

    Creme puff 8 for $30

    Browned - Outside Front Patio - "It's very pretty!!"

    Outside Front Patio - "It's very pretty!!"

    Browned - 4 piece cream puffs

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    4 piece cream puffs

    Lotus & Bean - MANGO STICKY RICE MATCHA

    Lotus & Bean

    4.4(498 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Want a Matcha or coffee? This is the best coffee and Matcha place we had found…read more My daughter loves Matcha and her dad loves Coffee. She tried their Banana Matcha and is so good! I tried their Matcha Pandan Bliss. I love the taste because i can really drink out of the really Pandan in the drink and not syrup. Their price is a very fair and worth of trying yourself! I happened to meet the owner there and asked her what makes your Matcha so special and she said she used the finest Premium Organic Matcha in her drinks so customers can taste the difference of the real quality ingredients in the drink. I hardly see out there any coffee or tea shop put so much thoughts for their drinks. This owner really cares not just her business but the quality she puts in the ingredients in her drinks! Their Strawberry Coffee is very delicious too with the little kicks of fruits inside and gives a cool tasteful strawberry favor! Dont believe in me! Go try it yourself and definitely you will give a 5 stars! Not only that , it was a long line but they service very fast ! I love it! We come here when we go visit my mom in San Gabriel! Thanks the owner for so thoughtful and a good service to their clients. Look at the line, especially on a weekend is packed and longline but good thing they service is very fast

    I've recently become obsessed with Vietnamese coffee and a bit of a snob! So when I say Lotus &…read moreBean is one of the Best Vietnamese coffees I've had, I don't say this lightly! Freshly made, espresso style with Vietnamese (Robusta) beans, without added milk (thank goodness), it is the perfect balance of sweet and bold So good!

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    Lotus & Bean - Pork sung croffle and Ube coffee

    Pork sung croffle and Ube coffee

    Lotus & Bean - MANGO STICKY RICE LATTE - sooo good! I loved it - would get again

    MANGO STICKY RICE LATTE - sooo good! I loved it - would get again

    Lotus & Bean - BLACK SESAME LATTE and HOJICHA LATTE with oat milk

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    BLACK SESAME LATTE and HOJICHA LATTE with oat milk

    Three Fields Coffee - Iced matcha latte with macadamia milk and honey, at the pickup counter

    Three Fields Coffee

    4.0(298 reviews)
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    Been here when they first open. We got a matcha drink and a coffee drink (don't remember exactly…read morewhich one). Thought it was alright at the time. Gave it a second chance since Uncle Fung was packed. I'm glad we came back. The service was good and whole experience was not bad. DRINKS: Iced Hojicha Latte, add agave & Sea Salt Foam 4.5/5 $9.25. Liked it, but slightly too sweet. It was okay after I added more ice later. Ended up combining leftover Hojicha & coffee together. Tastes pretty good. This drink got pretty expensive. Didn't realize the Sea Salt Foam was $1.25 extra. Thought it was free (came with the drink) when the cashier asked which sweetener & cold foam I would like. Hot Latte, Add Vanilla Syrup 4.25/5 $6.50. Solid/safe choice. Hot Black Sesame 4/5 $6.50. Not bad, but I may be like Da Vien and/or Lotus & Bean's Hot Black Sesame drink a tad bit more. PASTRIES/BAKED GOODS: $4.50. Chocolate Chip Cookie

    I really wanted to love this place after seeing so many good reviews, but the matcha latte with…read moresesame cream didn't quite live up to my expectations. The matcha itself was pretty weak and a bit flat, missing that rich, earthy depth you'd hope for, so overall it just fell a little meh. The sesame cream added a nice richness, but didn't bring much of that distinct nutty sesame flavor and mostly just tasted creamy. That said, the space is beautiful. It's clean and minimalist with lots of natural wood, high ceilings, and an open, airy layout. There's plenty of seating, making it a great spot to work, study, or just hang out. I'd still be open to coming back and giving it another try, maybe the double matcha will hit better next time.

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    Inside seating

    Three Fields Coffee - Inside study space

    Inside study space

    Three Fields Coffee - Beautiful seating near the entrance in front of games, merchandise, kids area

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    Beautiful seating near the entrance in front of games, merchandise, kids area

    Togo Coffee - Matcha pear with oat milk

    Togo Coffee

    4.3(163 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    I had a great experience at ToGo Coffee, which is originally from Canada, this is the first U.S…read more location right next to the Hawaii Supermarket in San Gabriel, CA. The SGV has always been the mecca of boba shops, and I would recommend this place. The service was excellent and fast, I forget to get the barista's name, but he honestly deserves a raise for working by himself on a Saturday afternoon, he did so well. It was the fastest I have ever got a drink, he was so on top of things. I hope the owners are reading this and really consider rewarding top employees like him. I got the viral Pear and Matcha drink, which was surprisingly really good. I wasn't sure at first about how it was going to taste, but that secret pear syrup did the trick lolol. The drink itself is $5.99, plus $2.00 for the oat milk, so it came to over $9+. They honestly should consider lowering the oat milk to $1.00 cuz $2.00 is higher than other places, so then you're basically paying $10+ for boba. We're officially entering the era of inflation because I still remember when boba was like a few bucks LOLOL. Anyways, good boba, just a bit overpriced.

    Too bad they close early and don't have too much seating inside!…read more I paid them a visit because I saw they have interesting drink flavors, like persimmon, pear jasmine, and hawthorne. I got the persimmon latte, but the syrup was a bit underwhelming. The drink was really pretty, but it could have passed for just a sweetened iced latte. The cup size is big for $5.99. I should have clarified how many espresso shots they use because it kept me awake all day! I couldn't fall asleep until really late. Service is not really there since you can order on the kiosk. No bathroom There is free street parking in front, but there's more parking in the Hawaii supermarket lot. Credit card/apple pay accepted

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    Togo Coffee - Matcha pear with oat milk

    Matcha pear with oat milk

    Togo Coffee - Bayberry Lemon Tea and Kyoho Grape Lemon Tea (lol I know they look like the same drink :o)

    Bayberry Lemon Tea and Kyoho Grape Lemon Tea (lol I know they look like the same drink :o)

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    Moncha Cafe - bubbletea - Updated June 2026

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