10/10 experience! My mom and I reserved the hands on coffee roasting experience and we couldn't…read morehave enjoyed more. Henry and his lovely wife treated us with such kindness and warmth! Answered all of our questions, went in depth about the different origins of coffee beans and the processes for them while at the same time made the whole experience fun! Would recommend it 1000%

Despite being very humble, friendly, and outgoing, Henry (*Henrikh) could easily be a well-studied…read morecollege professor with his vast knowledge of absolutely everything to do with coffee. Given the wonderful ambiance of his shop, which is filled with the heavenly aroma of roasted java, I encourage coffee lovers everywhere to check out Henry's classes.

When Constellation first opened in La Canada, I didn't think they could possibly succeed because…read morethey were across the street from Starbucks. For years, they have been thriving and it's very simple why. The quality they're called exceptional, what makes them special are there people. It's a small town feel where when you walk in you feel you're being welcomed by a family member. They know your name, remember your order, and are genuinely to serve you. If you want a great cup of coffee, or some other specialty drink I feel like you're being served by a family member and stopped by Constellation in La Canada. You will be delighted with the experience.

This was the cutest coffee shop! I happened to be in the area and was in need of some caffeine to…read moreget me through the day. My friend and I came about an hour before they were closing and thankfully there was plenty of seating! I ordered the salted maple latte with oat milk, but the rose vanilla sounded equally enticing! The customer service was upbeat and friendly. Our drinks were made promptly without sacrificing the quality. I loved how well balanced the drink was and the maple flavor really came through! It also wasn't overly salted and had just the right amount of sweetness. It was rich, indulgent and creamy. It had the perfect amount of caffeine to leave me feeling energized without the jitteriness. My friend ordered a tea and pastry and raved about hers. The seating was pretty comfortable and the ambiance was great. I liked how it wasn't too noisy, so we were able to hear one another easily. The cafe is nice and bright with gorgeous paintings on the wall and motivating quotes written beside them. They have a small shared lot that can be pretty tight to get in and out of, especially when there's large vehicles parked there. Thankfully, since it was the end of the day and most of the other businesses were closed, I was able to get in and out easily, with plenty of spots available! I will definitely be back the next time I'm in the area and in need of a tasty caffeinated beverage!

Food and Drink went well. Service went well and something…read moreto do the right thing. Ambiance went well and some chairs make my mom and I sit down and feel lower

I've lived in La Crescenta forever and didn't know this was here. Nice little boba spot. The food…read morelooked amazing but I haven't tried anything yet.

First new coffee shop of the year! We were in the area so I picked one that stood out to me per…read moreYelp recs and this was the one! We luckily found street parking up front, otherwise they have a small street nearby that you can probably park in as well. Only two people were ahead of us when we walked in but shortly after, the place filled up with the line almost out the door! There was only one worker but she made it work and she was fast! Cute decor and vibes inside. I wanted to try the pistachio bliss that everyone seemed to rave about but since their seasonal menu was out, I went for the toffee nut iced latte. The drinks are a bit on the pricier side, cute cups though! Something about the drink I got was a little off putting. Idk if it was whatever spice they used but I was not crazy about it. I definitely want to come back and try the pistachio at some point though! Getting out of my parking spot was rough. Busy street but also some annoying guy parked in the red zone behind me, basically bumper to bumper and then another girl in front had A LOT of room in front of her and just didn't give me enough room. I luckily made it out but very annoying! Anyway, still looking forward to coming back to try their pistachio bliss! IG: @ammysalamii

Stopped by Soulsweets Coffee after running errands in the area and loved it. The space is super…read morecute and girly, with indoor seating only. I ordered the vanilla latte with marshmallow foam and it was very yummy. I love their super cute cups. Customer service was decent, and it's definitely a spot I'd return to when I'm back in the area. Limited street parking out front, but worth the stop.

First time here and got a great iced oat milk latte and ham and cheese croissant. Both hit the…read morespot. Service fast and friendly by the baristas. Interesting architecture in an older building with a warm atmosphere. Definitely coming back. Only downside is paid street parking.

I went there with friends for a coffee date and they didn't have Vanilla Latte! I was so ready to…read morego in and get my refreshing coffee of the day and to find out they don't have any vanilla sweetener. I was disappointed. He instead gave me an orange latte which tastes like oranges and it was a change that I didn't like. The person serving us was really nice though he was very kind and talkative! I just really wish they had vanilla sweetener it would've made my day! The parking was really a good by the way they had a huge parking lot at the back of the place.

I was blown away by Regent Coffee and their commitment to their craft. I stopped in with a few…read morefriends the other day. The barista that helped us was so passionate when describing their barrel aged coffee. I ordered the Cantina Cream Top and loved it. The cream topping was delicious and rich, and the dried orange was bright and sweet. It's on the pricey side for coffee but I think it's worth it. There's metered parking out front.

Ok, this is a particularly sad one -- one that may even make it to become the #1 poster boy in my…read moreupcoming business lecture tour and book. Coffee. So many people define themselves as experts. Sadly, many of those same people will walk in and say things like, "Gosh, I'm tired, could you make me a double espresso?", clearly assuming that stronger taste automatically means more caffeine. My wife and I simply like a good coffee in the morning. Which leads to the obvious question: what do we define as "good coffee"? For us, it helps us get into the day, tastes pleasant, and does not leave a bitter note. We are absolutely not coffee experts and can discuss coffee, at best, at what we Germans would call "Thekenniveau" -- bar-counter level. I do understand, however, that it may make a difference whether beans were roasted weeks or even months ago somewhere remote, then shipped and stored, or whether they were roasted locally and recently. So we asked ChatGPT, and one of the recommendations was REGENT Coffee in our neighborhood. We went. Our directive was very clear: we explained that we knew little to nothing about coffee, which was precisely why we had come in and were looking for advice. The lady helping us started with: "Well, it all comes down to the settings of your coffee machine when you pour your espresso." I responded that we are not really espresso drinkers -- we drink Americano. She gave us "the look" and explained that an Americano is espresso with more water. The information: fair enough. The way it was communicated: not ideal if your goal is to win me as a customer. From there, the conversation did not really lead anywhere. We were asked questions such as whether we preferred nutty or fruity coffee. That may be a perfectly reasonable question for someone who already knows what those terms mean in practical taste terms. But we had just told her that we did not. That was the entire reason we were there. We were not looking to prove our coffee knowledge. We were looking for someone who had the expertise to guide us. In the end, we bought an Americano. It was served so hot that my wife burned her mouth in the car, and it took almost the entire 45-minute drive to Santa Monica before it had reached what we considered a comfortable drinking temperature. It cost $5. And we did not even particularly like it. Would I go again? No. Would I recommend REGENT based on this experience? No. What makes this particularly disappointing is that this was a tremendous lost opportunity to turn us into long-term customers. We like expert advice. We drive to Farmers Markets to buy fresh produce knowing full well that we may pay 200% more for something that is perhaps only 15% better. But we can taste the difference, and that makes it worthwhile to us. Coffee could have been exactly the same. If I specialized in coffee, I would make it incredibly easy for people like us to enter that world. I would offer tastings. I would explain, in simple language, what "nutty", "fruity", "chocolatey", "bright", "smooth" or "low acidity" actually mean in the cup. I might offer a short class on how to set up a home coffee machine properly. Maybe even machine-specific sessions. Maybe in the shop. Maybe at the customer's home. Because there are customers walking through the door saying, quite literally: "We know very little. We want advice. We are willing to spend money." And even better from a business perspective: Not just money once. Continuous money. Imagine if the conversation had instead started with: "I totally understand where you are coming from. Coffee can become unnecessarily complicated very quickly. Since you mostly drink Americano and want something smooth rather than bitter, let me give you two small tastes so you can understand the difference. Then I'll recommend one bean to start with." We would almost certainly have bought a bag. Possibly two. And if we had liked them, we might have bought beans there for years. Instead, they sold us one tiny cup for $5 over the counter, while the payment screen suggested an 18-25% tip. And two potentially very loyal customers walked out frustrated. That, to me, is the real business lesson here. It is not about whether REGENT makes good or bad coffee. Taste is subjective. It is about recognizing the customer who is standing right in front of you. Especially when that customer is effectively saying: "Please teach me how to spend more money with you." And then making sure you do not send them home without doing exactly that. Small caffeine footnote: espresso is more concentrated in caffeine per ounce, but a normal serving of drip coffee usually contains more total caffeine than a single espresso because the serving is much larger. Stronger taste does not automatically mean more caffeine.

I have been coming to this spot for shaved ice for a few years now when it was known as Hang Loose…read moreand I'm really sad to say they've made a lot of changes that are NOT for the better. The good news is, there's still shaved ice on the menu and many more menu options. The bad news is everything else. What once was a cozy and cute shaved ice store with lots of natural light and relaxed energy is now a cold, run of the mill modern coffee/boba shop with none of the charm of its previous storefront. In fact, they've managed to make the space feel even more cramped than before and you really notice it when a few parties come in. They have yet to update any of their old business information (from an online search it appears as if Hang Loose is still in business), but the store now goes by Aviator and their menu includes coffee, boba, and really overpriced lemonade (around $11 for a flavored lemonade). I'm not sure what inspired this change, but at the least the business could try and keep things consistent by updating their web pages. To make things worse there wasn't a clear sign on the storefront when we visited so it's very confusing even trying to find this spot to begin with. The upside of all this is that the shaved ice has remained on the menu and still is reasonably priced for the portion you get. They have all the same syrup flavors from before, as well as toppings (sour spray and Li Hing powder). That has not changed from before and the shaved ice is as tasty as ever. I did not try their coffee or any of the other menu items during my visit, but I'm not particularly opposed. While some of it looks good, there are some menu items that seem very overpriced and if anything the real negative of this shop just comes from the experience. You order on a tablet, the service isn't particularly spectacular or friendly. They hand you your items without utensils and don't make an effort to even tell you where the utensils are. They ended up being by the front door but since 2 other parties came in after we ordered, the view of them was blocked and they were difficult to reach in the tight space. I'm not sure what they could do to breathe some life back into this business, but the energy of the spot is less welcoming and less comfortable overall. I'm sure their new menu items might be really good, but I'm not running to come back there unless I'm really craving some shaved ice. If I want coffee or boba I know spots that are WAY more comfortable. I'm hoping they can make steps to improve their business as they go down this new direction.

I went on a weekday, so it wasn't busy at all. The woman at the counter was very kind and…read morerecommended me some of their more popular drinks. tiramisu latte (3/5) - i wasn't super impressed given the high price and hype. while i liked how it wasn't too sweet, there wasn't really much of a coffee or tiramisu flavor... mostly tasted like milk.

Delicious coffee. Great sandwiches. And very friendly staff. I highly recommend the Iced Mocha.read more

Came on the hottest day of the summer so far and got the iced cream top latte and they were willing…read moreto make an iced version of the marshmallow latte for my partner. Service was super knowledgeable and friendly and made good recommendations. Cream top is very sweet, and goes great with the mellow latte below. This tastes like the kind of vanilla ice cream your kids love. I got the large 20oz size and enjoyed every ounce! Iced marshmallow was perhaps not a good idea only because the marshmallows got chilled and became a weird texture. Definitely our bad ordering it that way! Get it hot, the way it was thoughtfuly designed , and I'm sure it's delightful! This truck is in the office building courtyard off to the right before you pull into the garage on Monterey. There are tables with it umbrellas around for shade in the summer. There is sometimes street parking right in front of the office building on Brand, otherwise the lot for this complex is $1 for every 12 minutes and this stand doesn't validate (tho Equinox does, apparently).