We were looking for afternoon coffee and came across this cafe…read more The menu looked amazing and we could not decide what we wanted to order. So we decided to go with Calamansi cooler and the Ube milk tea with oatmilk for the drink. They were delicious. We also ordered the Leche flan ube cheesecake and it was teally good. The staff was friendly and the service was quick. The decor is pretty. Pretty good space and seating. I think the price is fair as well. We will need to try other drinks and baked goods next time. Actually have to try their coffee or maybe the Milo milk tea. Very impressed with this cafe.

Delicious Ube bread pudding & Ube cheesecake!!…read more I had Cafe 86 a long time ago in Pasadena. I have only tried their drinks tho. During the visit here, I was able to try their goodies and drink. The $3 drinks options were awesome. We ordered the jasmine calamansi. It was so good and refreshing. Would totally get it again. My friend got the Ube cheesecake. I tried a bit. It was soooo good. I wanted more but too shy to get more hahha The Ube bread pudding warmed up was super delicious. I was told that it was one of the best. I agree! It included Ube ice cream. Could get it on the side or on top of the bread. Not a big fan of the Ube ice cream. Will definitely try other items. Was a bit sad that the flan Ube and turon pop tart was sold out. Gonna try to get it next time =]

Went out for dessert after an evening dinner. First time here, ordered Thai tea with a waffle cone…read moreand ice cream. Got our order quickly in a minute or two. I'm not usually as big on sweets as others, but this place was refreshing. If you've never tried the cone with one of their ice cream options, it's refreshing. I'm also a big Thai tea fan, would definitely order one again eating out in this area.

Visited here for something sweet after lunch with the fam. This spot was only a minute away from…read morethe plaza we were at. They offer Hong Kong desserts, so we were eager to try this spot. Parking: They're located in a high foot traffic plaza, so finding a parking spot can be difficult. Ambiance/Environment: They have a small space with a decent amount of indoor seating. The tables and seats were kept clean. There's cute decor from the ceiling as well. This is the type of spot where you'd bring your family with younger kids for something sweet, while the adults sit and talk. When we visited, my family and one other family pretty much took up all the tables lol. Service: There was only one worker behind the counter serving and making the drinks and desserts. She doesn't acknowledge anyone. It wasn't too busy, but throughput took a while since she was by herself. There's two kiosk to order from. You don't really interact with the worker until she brings out your order. Desserts & drinks: We ordered a mixture of almost everything. We noticed there were a few menu items that were out of stock. I ordered a mango pamelo sago, my sister ordered a brown sugar boba milk tea, my cousin ordered an americano, and my other cousin ordered a strawberry & cream eggette. I thought the mango pamelo sago was okay; the mango flavor was lacking except for the actual mangos. There was plenty of sago, but I thought this dessert was underwhelming. My sister thought the boba was okay bc it had an interesting texture, and the drink itself was lightly sweet than what she's used to. My cousin thought the coffee was okay. The only thing we all enjoyed was the eggette. It's a bubble waffle with ice cream and fresh fruits, which is pretty difficult to mess up. Pricing: Prices are pretty high for the portions offered. Overall, the desserts were underwhelming and some didn't meet our expectations. The eggettes are most likely the only thing we'll come back for.

This place is really good! They have yummy che and drinks. I think the che could be sweeter and…read morecreamier but the toppings are super yummy. All the drinks we got were yummy too, but I got the toffee Creme Brulee drink and it could've been better with coffee or as milk tea. The base of it is just milk with boba and very light crème brûlée topping. The honeycomb is excellent though! The pandan waffle was also good but is more fluffy and American waffle-like and lacking sweetness and pandan flavor. I enjoyed it but might not order it again.

A local small Vietnamese dessert shop with a few tables for indoor seating. They have self ordering…read morevia tablet or you can speak to a cashier at the front. We opted for the tablet so we could take our time perusing the menu. If you are familiar with Vietnamese desserts, the menu should be easy to navigate. We ordered pretty quickly and our order came out 5-10 minutes after. While the service was pleasant and quick, the dessert itself was unfortunately pretty disappointing. We ordered the 3 colored and avocado desserts, both of which were watery and lacked in flavor. The coconut flavor didn't really come through and just had a sweet flavor that left more to be desired. I really wanted to like this place since there aren't a ton of Vietnamese spots in the area but it just wasn't meant to be. Would be willing to try again but it's hard to compete with the other dessert options in the area.

Such a cute ice cream shop with a wide variety of unique and delicious flavors!…read more Upon entering, we were greeted by the friendly staff. I really appreciated how nice and helpful the workers were. The girl who helped us offered recommendations and let us sample a handful of flavors. Ultimately we decided to get a flight which included 4 flavors of kid sized scoops for $15. They had a "Brewed and Bold" offering as part of their seasonal menu so we decided to get the Black Sesame Cookies and Cream, Thai Tea Buttercrunch, Matchaberry Brownie, and their Hojicha Chip. The ice cream flavors were subtle but so delicious and refreshing. I can't wait to come back and try more of their flavors. Parking can be a bit tough depending on the time of day as it's in a busy plaza shared with other eateries, but thankfully we were able to snag a spot within a few minutes.

I've been holding off on writing this review for a while because I really wanted to give them a…read morechance to improve, but after my recent visit, it's clear things are only getting worse. The ice cream here is honestly horrible. It is aggressively, tooth-achingly sweet--to the point where it feels like you're eating straight corn syrup. If you're looking for actual flavor, look elsewhere; this stuff just tastes like "diabetes in a cup." To make matters worse, the consistency is a mess. It melts way too fast, turning into a sugary soup before you can even get through half of it. I also made the mistake of buying a tub to take home once, only to realize the expiration date was incredibly soon. For the price they charge, you'd expect high-quality ingredients and a decent shelf life, but it just feels cheap and poorly made. Save your money and your health. I won't be coming back. PS. It's a blessing in disguise that they're currently closed because a car ran into their front store.

As someone who studies in Cerritos pretty often, it can be hard to find a coffee shop with enough…read moreseating--especially on a busy Sunday. That's one of the reasons I love Smoking Tiger Bread Factory. Even when it's crowded, there always seem to be enough study spots to find a place to settle in and get work done. The drinks are always fresh and delicious, and the matcha is absolutely chef's kiss! The atmosphere is welcoming, the space is great for studying, and it's become one of my go-to spots when I need a productive study session with a great drink in hand. Highly recommend!

Aside from abundant parking spaces as it is located in a big shopping plaza, Smoking Tiger became…read moremy favorite place. Grab and go and majority of their breads are fresh. The place is not too loud and crowded which I enjoy. Also very bright inside so it's inviting.

7 Miles' creativity is unmatched, I'd easily drive 10+ miles…read more Today was my first time visiting their boba shop and I left very impressed. Their drink menu was loaded with delicious and thoughtfully curated options. While I'll never be bored of boba, I have been a little bored of seeing the same 10 drinks at each shop. 7 Miles breaks this mold. Their drinks are quirky and delicious, always offering something new to challenge your cravings. I snagged the watermelon and coconut drink and added a cheese topper and boba. I absolutely love cheese toppers and have no self restraint when I see this option on the menu. The drink was SO tasty. The watermelon coconut mix was awesome too, especially for someone who doesn't love high sweetness levels.

came on a saturday afternoon and it was empty. inside is spacious and clean with limited seating…read more we ordered a phoenix oolong milk tea with 50% sweetness but when we tasted it, it tasted bitter with no sweetness at all, just pure tea which was very disappointing because it didn't taste good. cookie milk tea is good. we came back to ask for a remake of another drink and we were assisted with excellent service. we got remade a oreo drink with the same modifications and it tasted 100% better. whoever made the phoenix oolong milk tea inputted the wrong amount of sugar so they should be trained more and read carefully. overall, the service after and the remake of the drink made up for the dissatisfaction of the phoenix oolong.

Hands down, I love this place! The food is always delicious, the drinks are amazing, and the owner…read moreis sooo sweet. The vibe is cozy and welcoming every time I come in. If you're planning to study here, I definitely recommend it. There are a handful of tables and outlets, which makes it super convenient to get work done. The WiFi is pretty fast overall ! The only issue I've had is that my Canvas won't load here, so I usually use my hotspot to access it and submit assignments once I'm home. That being said, this is also one of my favorite spots to just chill with friends. It's the perfect balance between productive and relaxed.

Free WiFi, lots of outlets and the owner is an absolute sweetheart. I've been here a few times for…read morelate night studying and it's become one of my go-to places. My favorite is the banana matcha and sometimes I'll get a hot tea to watch my lecture videos. The drinks aren't anything spectacular but the late night study environment really became a third space I had been needing or a while now. Owner is very nice and makes the place feel very personable. He always brings students an extra water for studying and sometimes a sweet treat.

I realized something funny recently....I tend to completely forget to review the places I visit the…read moremost and eat.... I've been coming to Pampanga's Bakery in Artesia for a while now, and it's long overdue that I actually give them their flowers. If you are looking for authentic, comforting Filipino baked goods and kakanin, this is the gold standard. Every time I walk in, the shelves are loaded with staples. Their selection of kakanin is also massive. The **Puto Assorted** and **Puto & Kutsinta** packs ($3.90) are always perfectly soft, vibrant, and fresh, and they have massive trays of **Biko Pandan** and **Cassava Cake** if you're feeding a crowd. For the savory side, the **Chicken Empanadas** and **Fried Lumpia** always hit the spot. And of course, there's the **Turon**. Yes, the price has risen to $1.05 a piece, but honestly? It's just modern economics, and it is still worth every single penny. It is still the absolute best of the best--shattered-crisp, perfectly caramelized on the outside, and packed right. The staff is always fast, the bakery smells like heaven, and the quality has stayed incredibly consistent over the years. Don't be like me and gatekeep it...if you haven't been, stop by!

They have excellent turon but I'm giving 2 stars and this is why:…read more We have been coming to this place for years because of their perfectly sweet turon. One thing they have always been consistent about is the quality of their turon--and unfortunately, the long wait times as well. There have been several occasions when we had to pay and come back later because of the high demand for their product. Because we live about 30 miles away, we were advised to place our orders by phone before making the trip, which is exactly what we've been doing. Yesterday, however, we experienced one of the most inefficient customer service experiences we've ever had. We called multiple times to confirm our order, and the staff who answered assured us not to worry because they had plenty available and that our order would be ready when we arrived. When we got there, the exact opposite happened. We were told they had run out of turon and that we would need to wait another hour. While discussing the situation with the cashier, we watched another staff member assist the customer behind us, who purchased 60 pieces. We had preordered only 30 pieces, yet somehow they were able to fulfill that larger order while failing to honor ours. Poor customer service will eventually drive customers away. Yes, the product is excellent, but there will come a time when the product alone is no longer enough to keep customers coming back. Given the popularity of their business, they should be focusing on improving their customer service and honoring preorders to maintain customer loyalty. Good products attract customers, but good service keeps them.