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    Smoking Tiger Coffee Lab

    4.4 (58 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Kit T.

    There are so many smoking Tiger Coffee popping in the SGV lately and the newest location is in Arcadia. The previous location used to be a Starbucks. I ordered their seasonal drink , " the honey Bori Latte" since I have already tried their signatures from the other locations. The latte was not too sweet and it had a nice crunchiness from the topping. Service is quick and friendly. Parking is shared with Vons and other business so there is plenty of parking.

    Christy C.

    I have been to 3 Smoking Tiger locations (San Gabriel, Monterey Park, and this one) and not only is this their newest location but it's also my favorite! This is the one I frequent the most because parking is much easier than the other locations. It's located inside a busy shopping plaza but there's plenty of parking. They're open daily 8am-8pm. Ordering is easy. I always order on the Smoking Tiger app because they have a reward program and it's super convenient! Love how spacious and clean the inside is and has plenty of seating so great spot to study or hang out. Service is always super friendly and welcoming. Ordered the Honey Ube Latte ($7) and it consisted of espresso with Ube milk and a honey cold foam. I got it with less sweet and regular ice (note: they give you less drink if you request less ice). Also, they have milk substitutions: oat & almond for extra $1. The espresso tasted strong but not too overpowering. The Ube milk had a subtle Ube flavor and was quite creamy and delicious. The honey cold foam had a thick consistency so make sure to give it a good stir prior to drinking! Overall, this drink was refreshing and decent. I wouldn't say it's one of my favorites there but it was definitely a good first time experience and worth trying! My favorite drink is the Sweet Corn Latte ($6.50). I always get it with regular ice and sweetness. It consists of espresso with corn milk and a corn cold foam. If you like egg coffee, this drink is a definite must! The cold foam is quite thick in consistency so definitely recommend giving it a good stir prior to drinking. The corn milk is not too sweet and has a subtle hint of corn which was very good. The coffee was strong but not too overpowering. I could tell they definitely use good quality coffee beans! Really enjoyed how refreshing and delicious this drink is! I have gotten their matcha drinks before and I would skip their matcha drinks because their matcha is a bit weak for my preference. I would definitely recommend their espresso drinks though!

    Matcha Latte + Cream Cheese Garlic Bread
    Ellie S.

    Drinks were great. Pastries/food items were unique - the breakfast sandwich is a crossaint with ham, cheese and a hash brown! And another food item we got was a crossaint with spam, cream cheese with bits of jalepeños and a seaweed on top. Service was quick and friendly! There are a good amount of seatings to social with friends. Music was not overly loud. This place is nice and clean.

    Another angle ft my sibling's arm
    Jade L.

    The drinks here are good and the ambiance is really nice and clean. It's a good place to study. The employees are nice and service is good. Good free parking tooooo. The drinks are nice and slightly sweet and pretty good amount of creamy. The logo is really good. My sibling and mom say I look like the logo and I think I agree. I love smoking guys and I am also a tiger. Clearly see I grew thumbs and used them to write yelp reviews. It's me Mr yelp Shoutout my mom calling me Mr yelp because I guess I am Goodnight sweet prince.

    Sweet Corn Latte
    Emily D.

    I tried the sweet corn latte and it was yummy! I think there could've been a stronger corn flavor, but the espresso tasted rich and the latte was not too sweet. Inside was spacious and they had a few seats where people were working and studying. Perk is that parking is really easy!

    Matcha latte
    Sarah S.

    Ordered through their mobile app for pickup because new members get a $5 off coupon which is very nice! The app is super easy to use and the UI is very smooth. I ordered the Matcha Latte (7.75) with less sugar and ice. It took around 15 minutes to be ready and I just grabbed it at the counter. The matcha latte had strong matcha taste and wasn't too sweet. There was still a lot of ice though even though I did easy ice. Also, it costs extra to do a milk alternative which is kinda sad so I just stuck with regular milk. Overall, the drink is pretty good with authentic matcha. The prices and portion are just typical. They have a couple tables inside and outside so you can sit and chat. The interior is decorated nicely but there is a large empty space right in the middle.

    Merchandise wall
    James L.

    This review is based on just one visit for a cold brew. The newest location for Smoking Tiger opened up in this large plaza next to Pavilion's. They took over Starbucks around mid-April 2026. The space is much bigger, brighter and cleaner than their San Gabriel location. Although I didn't study their menu, it seems there are many similar items compared to the San Gabriel location. The staff is very knowledgeable about their types of coffee and very nice and friendly. It wasn't too noisy on a weekday afternoon so you can hear the ambience music playing in the background. We were able to choose which coffee we want it for the cold brew Americano, and opted for their dark roast, the Blue House. It was definitely bold yet smooth I chose to take it black and I can taste the flavor profile. I usually don't like cold coffee drinks, but this was very nice on a cold day and gave me a little caffeine jolt.. There's plenty of parking in the huge lot and a chill ambulance inside. I will be back to try the other coffee drinks, and pastries.

    Tiger latte
    Selene S.

    Decided to try them out at last after they grand opened last week. They took over the old Starbucks spot. There's plenty of parking in this plaza, no trouble there. They have seating inside and outside. Your first order on their app is $5 off which was nice to use. I got the Tiger Latte ($6.26) in regular size, less sugar. It's supposed to have brown sugar and caramel but I only tasted coffee. I didn't put less ice but the drink wasn't filled all the way to the brim. Maybe I will try another drink next time. Their blueberry scone ($5) is good though!

    Banana Milk Latte
    Cathy E.

    Cute spot to get work done! I came here to try their banana milk latte which was absolutely delicious. My friend tried their corn latte, which although we were expecting a more intense corn flavor, was still good. My friend also ordered their Garlic Cream Cheese bun which was a lot sweeter than expected, but still delicious nonetheless! I look forward to trying more of their pastries here as the display looked all delicious. The inside is clean and minimalist, offering a pretty quiet environment for studying/working. Outlets are a little hard to come by, but there are a good amount in there. Overall great spot and living so close to hear makes it easy to grab a quick pick me up during breaks!

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    Lauren F.

    I went on grand opening Saturday when they were offering free drinks all day. Of course there was a line out the door in the mid-morning but they kept it moving and they also had an employee working the door so it didn't get too crowded inside. He also was happy to answer questions and recommend menu items, a nice touch. Service was friendly and efficient and the drinks came out in an adequate amount of time. I had the Honey Ube latte iced from the seasonal menu and it was delicious. Some drinks have the option to be hot or iced and some are iced only. The tables against one of the walls have electrical outlets at each one and there's also a restroom. They have merch and a refrigerator case if you want a bottled drink. I look forward to coming back!

    Yam mochi
    Lynda B.

    Banana coffee perfection with true espresso in the drinks...Thursdays (through the app ) the monthly special is a 3.00 latte ! Service is good a lot of hands on deck and eager to help spacious and clean seating is sweeeet! And a plus plus is the stuffed mochi it's an experience and gentle on the stomach !

    Erica F.

    This is a new coffee shop in Arcadia. They took over the old Starbucks location. There is plenty of parking in this plaza. I there are a few tables and chairs available in this coffee shop. The shop is spacious and clean. They are selling shirts, coffee beans, and other items. I ordered the ube honey latte. Cashier was very friendly and service was prompt. The drink came out very impressive. It has a strong taste of ube, and it was very flavorful without being overly sweet. I also like the color purple, and the color of this drink made this drink more tasteful! Will order this again for sure!

    Ana T.

    This is a nice coffee shop located in the same plaza as Vons. The parking lot is huge so it was easy to find parking. The cafe is spacious and has a few tables. The service was very nice and patient as we looked through the menu and trying to decide what to order. We got the Banana Milk Latte, Hojicha Latte, and Ube Scone. The Hojicha Latte tastes different than the other ones from other stores, but still good. The drinks had a lot of ice though. The Ube Scone was tasty although a messy as we ate it up.

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    Merengue Bakery & Cafe

    Merengue Bakery & Cafe

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    I was quite excited to try this place because I recently stumbled across a video trying this place…read more I tried one of the little sandwiches and the Blueberry Muffins. I say it had the vibes of similar to Portos. The service was pretty good. The person behind the counter greeted me kindly and got me and my friend's order down. By the way, my friend is a large eater.

    Stopped by Merengue Bakery & Cafe in old town Monrovia to pick up some pastries for tonight's wine…read morepairing dinner at home. Super excited because the mini fruit tarts are going to look amazing on my newly purchased dessert tray! I was feeling a bit sleepy so I decided to fuel up & eat breakfast while I was there. I ordered a Vanilla Latte & a side order of 3 eggs + Sausage Links. If you're a big eater and want the additional potatoes and pancakes, I recommend paying a few dollars more and ordering the Breakfast platter. The Vanilla Latte came in a paper cup (a bit bummed out by not being able to take a more IG worthy picture of that), but it actually tasted really good! Same with the sausage links - it was probably one of the best tasting ones I've had for breakfast in a while. Aside from their wide selection of pastries and food options, their customer service was phenomenal. Every customer that walked through the door was greeted upon arrival and thanked on their way out. The restaurant was very clean and the cakes looked so beautiful behind the glass case. I had a pleasant experience today at Merengue Bakery & Cafe and can't wait to come back soon to try a slice of their chocolate cake!

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    Line was out the door on a Saturday late morning :-o
    Line was out the door on a Saturday late morning :-o
    Their seasonal mini pecan pie - really nice! I'd love to see them make a larger size. (Sept 2024)
    Their seasonal mini pecan pie - really nice! I'd love to see them make a larger size. (Sept 2024)
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    Duke Bakery

    Duke Bakery

    3.8
    (288 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Dukes bakery It's been a hot minute since I've had Chinese…read morebakery bread. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or ew. It's fun here cuz you can get a little shopping cart and collect your breads. Kinda went crazy and got a bunch to try. The breads looked like they would be dry but weren't and were all really soft, pillowy, and fluffy. The Black Forest bread was topped with toasted almonds, had jiggly thick sweet custard, and a layer of semi sweet chocolate. The hades bread was the only kinda dry bread and was filled with bittersweet chocolate and had a thin sweet Oreo crust on the bottom like a cheesecake would. The pork floss bread had a swirl of sweet savory pork floss and was topped with nutty crunchy sesame seeds. The banana cream bread was filled with like this cheesecake tasting light cream and had some real bananas inside too. The garlic bread was really good, soft, and had a streak of yummy, savory, garlicy, cheesy goodness. They even had a cilantro pork floss cake?! Wasn't getting any cilantro flaves but the cake was nicely spongy, light, vanillay, and had a swirl of pork floss that actually worked with it. Their black sesame cake was also very spongy, jiggly, light, and airy with good black sesame flaves. They even let you try some free samples of bread which my grandma really enjoyed. Overall this place is pretty good. Black Forest $4.50 Hades $6 Pork floss $5 Banana cream $4.50 Garlic bread $4.50 Cilantro pork floss sponge $5 Black sesame sponge $3.75

    Been a fan of Duke bakery when they opened around 2015. Would always go for the chocolate buns and…read morethe chocolate chip bread that looks like a horseshoe. Coming back in 2026, the quality still the same but it feels like the store aren't gone down. They're now a split business with a noodle shop. The Duke cashier is to the left. I got it too good to go order and that was worth it but other than the chocolate buns, none of the other menu items stand up to be a returning classic . Store is clean, a little cluttered, but it is a bakery.

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    Cake rolls
    Cake rolls
    Taro milky puff
    Taro milky puff
    Tiramisu

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    Sunmerry Bakery

    Sunmerry Bakery

    3.5
    (575 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $

    Sunmerry Bakery is a family owned franchise bake shop that specializes in fresh Asian pastries and…read moredesserts. They have over 80 kinds of bread and cakes as well as tea drinks. Originally founded in JPN and later introduced to Taiwan, whereby it became a household name. This location is in San Gabriel Valley in a large corner shopping plaza. I have walked pasa by this bakery for ages but never had the chance to check it out until now. I walked-in and I did not see no difference between this and with other Asian Bakery style like 86 degree, JJ's or Phoenix bakeries. Same style, same layout, same prices, same service and same quality. But one thing I notice is the popularity of the brand to locals. Anyways, I tried their individually wrapped bread bakery such as tuna and chicken. Both were soft, tasty and satisfying to me mouth. Moreover, I ordered a Mango Green Tea because I was silently choking. My drink was refreshing, perfectly sweetened Mango purée and a life saver. Hehe. Their young female staff were cordial and professional. Prices were definitely competitive. Service was fast & efficient. Parking lot is huge. Overall, I am very satisfied with their bakery products and fruit tea drinks. I highly recommend you visit. If you have not tried, you have not lived. ;D lol

    I don't normally leave bad reviews, but this establishment was not very well maintained…read more I came around 6pm and there was a bit of a wait which I didn't mind, but what I did mind was how hot it was in there during a heat wave. It doesn't seem like this store has ac because everytime I visit it's so hot, so please take note of that before you visit. The service was decent and the workers there were very accomodating.I just wouldn't recommend coming here during a heat wave especially if you order a drink. It took about 20 minutes for my drink to come out when I just ordered a jasmine green tea because they seem to be understaffed with only 2 workers running around. Despite how hot it was in there my hot dog pastry was lukewarm and tasted like plastic. I hope the next time I come the ac is working

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    So many pastries!
    So many pastries!
    Inside the coconut cream roll - this was my least fave.
    Inside the coconut cream roll - this was my least fave.
    6" Strawberry Cream Cake

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    6" Strawberry Cream Cake

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