Whenever i see a Matcha Cafe Maiko it's a must to go! The matcha itself is delicious , but the…read morebanana pudding topping? AMAZING! (Third cup in) My favorite thing on the menu. My sister got the iced matcha latte with whip cream and loved it! (First drink) my boyfriend got the iced matcha latte with chocolate drizzle, his two favorite things, and wanted to go back for more from how delicious it was. (Second cup) We got the bubble waffle with Ube and Hojicha to share and oh my, definitely something i will keep craving until i go back! Everything tastes so authentic, fresh, and overall just delicious. Super friendly staff and clean dining area. They have some games to play while you wait which was nice as well. There's a few up here in NorCal where i am from like in SF's Japan town, and this one tasted just as delicious! Side note- they also have just a huge variety of other drinks and desserts! Definitely a must if in the area!

This matcha place is really all about matcha. I got the tiramisu hojicha latte and the tiramisu…read morematcha latte. Both drinks come with an actual slice of tiramisu on top, which surprised me, l thought it would be more like a tiramisu flavored drink with hojicha or matcha mixed in. The tiramisu itself is really good, but personally I don't think it goes well with the drink. The texture of the cake while sipping the latte feels a little off. I also tried the nitro Vietnamese coffee. It was unusual because when you hear "Vietnamese coffee" you expect something strong, but this one was light and you can really taste the milk. I really enjoyed the bubble waffle series-especially the Oreo one. It's really good. The honey toast series was okay, nothing special. I got the honey toast with ice cream, and I remember honey toast being crispy but still easy to eat. This one wasn't crispy at all and the bread was tough. Overall, this place is reall good for matcha drinks.

Just went here today, it was amazing!! I got the s'mores…read moremocha and sweet cream caramel and my boyfriend got the blueberry lemon with sweet cream caramel. They had very cute outside seating and it was absolutely perfect!! It was very light weight compared to ice cream, and didn't hurt my stomach or make me feel sugared out. I would def come back!

Reasonably priced with generous portions, but the flavors were ultimately underwhelming…read more There were 14 flavors available during my visit, including two sorbets. While the selection was respectable, there were not many particularly unique offerings. Most leaned heavily toward familiar vanilla or chocolate based profiles. The staff was generous with samples and allowed me to try as many flavors as I wanted, but unfortunately none of the three that caught my attention truly impressed me. The espresso was perhaps the weakest rendition I have encountered. It lacked both the boldness and aroma that make coffee flavored ice cream appealing. Whether the espresso itself was too diluted or simply not brewed strongly enough, the flavor struggled to make any impact. The stracciatella featured a straightforward milk base studded with chocolate shards. While this was a very traditional interpretation without unnecessary additions, the ice cream lacked the richness and depth needed to carry such a simple flavor profile. The chocolate provided texture, but the base itself felt flat. The sour cream and brown sugar ended up being my favorite of the three, largely because the brown sugar was actually distinguishable. The sour cream contributed an unusual tanginess that made the flavor more interesting, though the balance was inconsistent. Some bites highlighted the warm sweetness of the brown sugar, while others tasted predominantly of sour cream, creating a combination that occasionally felt at odds with itself. I appreciated that the small size included two flavors, and the employee serving me was generous with the scoops. Still, this ended up being a fairly forgettable stop. Those who enjoy gelato with bold, inventive, or highly concentrated flavors may find the offerings here a bit too restrained.

Coffee is pretty strong, which I approve of. Greeted when…read morewe entered, and drinks were made really quickly (we went around noon). Whole place is clean and tidy, with some claw machines for prizes.

Stopped by this place on our way home. Cute inside with games you can play and toy vending…read moremachines. They also have a POS where you can order yourself. I got the matcha with oat milk and crème brûlée cold foam. It was really good but I paid extra for the foam and felt like I hardly got any. That matcha itself was great but I didn't get any crème brûlée flavor so I feel like it was a waste. My boyfriend got the coconut coffee half sweet. I am a sweet coffee drinker, but I tried it and liked it a lot. I feel like the drinks were a good size for the price.

Tea Monks is consistent and delicious! Employees are always friendly and the service is fast. I've…read morenever had a problem here whether it be with an order or employee. I really hope they hang on since this mall has been going through so many changes. They're one of the last few good places to grab a drink there.

Okay, I'm not someone that will leave a bad review without any explanation or suggestions of what I…read morecould see to improve. In my experience of trying to retry my visits and giving them second and third chances and fourth chances, for one the flavoring of the drinks is very artificial. On top of that, all the drinks are wayyyy too sweet, so overly sweet it's too much and the flavor of the drinks is just so sugary that it takes away from the element of its natural tea. I've tried multiple drinks and faced the same experience, maybe if there were different ways to make the drinks that involves different recipes or different amount of sweeteners that would be beneficial but even altering sugar to a lower setting doesn't help so maybe just the way the drink is made entirely may be something that could help.

Decent post-shopping coffee drive thru! The baristas were friendly and the coffee was decent…read more I'd come again next time instead of starbucks lol

This is my go-to coffee shop whenever I'm in North County. I always end up stopping here because…read moreit's consistently good and reliable. Their vanilla latte is one of my favorites-smooth, well-balanced, and not overly sweet. I also love that they rotate in seasonal drinks regularly, so there's usually something new and fun to try depending on the time of year. The drive-thru is quick and convenient, which makes it super easy to grab coffee on the go. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, even when they're busy. Overall, it's a great, dependable spot with good drinks and solid service. Definitely recommend if you're looking for an easy go-to coffee stop in North County.

First time in the area and looking at this coffee shop right in the first floor near entrance and…read morethink to give it a try. At first I decided what I want then after payment there is NEW drink promotion right on bottom left of the register and decided to change it to Honey Golden Latte, I think that's the name. The lady ask if I want to change it since it's the same price and yes I did. There's only 1 Lady working and 2 waiting list. No rush, nice ambience and places. I stand in front of the condiment area think I need to add more on my drinks but after the first sip, I LOVED IT! Good color and consistency on my coffee, and look at all the syrup they have!! Customer services is nice. The lady doing great! Will come and try again when I'm in area

One of the only coffee shops in the Escondido mall, you see it pretty much right when you enter the…read moremall from the main entrance. They have your standard coffee shop drinks and a few specialty coffees, usually there's no line and prices are slightly below Starbucks prices. They don't offer tap water at all, u have to buy a water bottle for $2. There's some seating available.

The good and coffee here are absolutely delicious. I'm not a coffee person really(tea's my thing)…read morebut I really enjoyed the mocha I had here. The turnover 11/10, and I will make special trips just to get great pastries. The service here is very kind, inviting and so helpful. They have some seating inside and a few tables outside as well for ample seating. The ONLY negative thing about this place they have no control over. The parking SUCKS OUT LOUD. I hate trying to park in downtown Escondido. I can't take anything away from them for this but-for me- the frustration in this keeps it from being my regular place. If you live in the area and like good coffee and food, 100% would recommend

I love the ambience here, but always feel a little meh about the coffee, but let me explain: I'm a…read morebold coffee person. I love a rich roast. Their coffee tends towards a brighter, citric flavor that reminds me very much of cold brew. Which I don't care for. But others might! So if a brighter, lighter flavor is what you enjoy (what up tea people) then this might be the place you're looking for. And again, I adore the vibe here. Probably the chillest work/read spot in all of Escondido. Parking can be rough if downtown is busy, but only if you're adamant about needing to be very close for mobility reasons etc. Otherwise you can usually find something walkable. Beautiful, open cafe with a lovely view of the small park across the street and downtown Esco.

If you love cute coffee shops don't go any further! Kettle is a cute coffee shop with an extensive…read moremenu to fit any person's craving! With ample seating indoors and a dog friendly patio set up, who could want more?! The ladies at the counter who helped my husband and I were very nice and friendly. The menu was extensive and they even had holiday drinks for the winter season. I ordered a white peppermint mocha and my husband the toasted marshmallow mocha. We both gravitated more towards the peppermint mocha for the well balanced chocolatey minty coffee flavor. We felt there wasn't much of a marshmallow balance, but could be we both tried the peppermint and it just stood out more to our palettes.

Although I've been coming here for a while, I Did not have a good experience the last few times…read more Very poor staffing on a busy Saturday. There was a floral event that was being set up too. Drink orders were backed up and my order was skipped - I didn't receive my full order of avocado toast that I paid for and wasn't able to talk to anyone about since the staff was stressed. Mediocre at best especially for charging an extra for alternative milks. Will check out their other locations to see if things are different.