I've been a regular here at Cafe De Olla and I will say that the food never misses!…read more The only thing that maybe was a little disappointing was that the espresso shots in my husband's cafe de olla tasted a little burnt, but other than that it was great service and great food! The vampiros are a delicious appetizer to share. The peanut butter French toast is so good!!! It's super heavy though but definitely one of the better sweet options on the menu. It wasn't too busy for a Sunday mid afternoon. One thing I noticed is that we were able to join the waitlist virtually which was nice! We haven't been able to that before when we've come many times so that was cool. Cant wait to come back!

This Cafe De Olla is a lot bigger than their Burbank spot, but I feel the food quality here doesn't…read morequite match up. My sisters and i could taste the difference. That shared... there's a lot to appreciate here like the shorter wait times, more dessert options, and a great location in downtown Monrovia with plenty of parking and other places to visit before or after your meal. It's still a solid choice, but if food quality is your top priority, I'd lean toward their Burbank location instead.

Such an amazing find!!…read more My daughter has been to Mari Vees before and was craving their chicken ceasar salad wrap. She asked if we can go so we went around 1pm on a Saturday before her eye appt. Cute family owned shop and the wait wasn't long at all. We waited no more than 10 mins. I ordered the impossible smash burger and the hubby got the country fried steak with a banana walnut pancake. I wish I asked for extra vanilla in my vanilla latte but the art... perfection. Would come back again. Especially to try the chicken and waffles :)

My aunt and I were looking for a new lunch spot and we totally found it here at Mari Vees. We came…read morearound 9:45 on a Thursday morning and there was no wait. We chose to sit inside, but they also have patio seating as well. We quickly ordered their My pistachio latte and cafe latte. The Cafe latte came out really hot (which is what we wanted) but my pistachio latte was lukewarm and it had more of a Matcha flavor to it than pistachio. Both looked so cute and tasted good but I preferred their cafe latte. My aunt ordered their American Breakfast and I ordered their Good Morning Omelette (basically build your own omelette). Their dishes were really good, especially their home fries. My aunts eggs and bacon came out perfect. My omelette tasted really fresh with lots of fresh veggies, like spinach, mushrooms, and ham. The only hiccup that we had was that the food took almost an hour to come out. I think they had an issue with the ticket, and didn't get put in so it came out way later. Our waiter Fabian was very apologetic and gave us a discount on our bill. Because of the friendly service and the good food, we will definitely be back to try other items.

Motto Tea Cafe is a quaint dessert café in San Gabriel that's well worth a visit for its freshly…read moremade Japanese soufflé pancakes and inviting atmosphere. The café has a bright, cozy, and exceptionally clean interior that's perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a relaxing afternoon treat. Ordering was quick and convenient through the self-service kiosk. While our food took a little longer to arrive, the wait was completely understandable since the soufflé pancakes are freshly made to order, and the quality was well worth the extra time. **Crème Brûlée Soufflé Pancakes: 5/5** The crème brûlée soufflé pancakes were an absolute delight from the very first bite. Their signature jiggly texture was complemented by an airy, pillowy, melt-in-your-mouth interior that almost resembled a cloud. A crisp layer of caramelized sugar on top provided the signature crème brûlée experience, cracking satisfyingly with each bite before giving way to the soft pancakes beneath. Rich yet not overly sweet, the silky custard sauce added a luscious creaminess that complemented the subtle eggy flavor of the soufflé pancakes perfectly. A generous serving of fresh fruit on the side introduced a refreshing sweetness that balanced the richness of the dessert, creating a dessert that felt indulgent yet wonderfully balanced. Motto Tea Cafe truly delivers when it comes to authentic Japanese soufflé pancakes. Every detail, from the freshly prepared desserts to the beautiful presentation, reflects the care that goes into each creation. I'll definitely be back to try more of their seasonal soufflé pancake offerings and explore the rest of their pastry selection!

I had a lovely experience at Motto Tea Cafe (San Gabriel). I ordered the Creme Brûlée Soufflé…read morePancake ($17.50). It's a fluffy, jiggly pancake topped with creme brûlée and glazed sugar. WOW! Each bite felt like a warm, decadent cloud. (Important Note: These Pancakes have a LONG wait. Each Jiggly Pancake had an expected 20 to 30 minute preparation time. Also, I recommend eating it dine-in. If you wait too long, these fluffy treats promptly get mushy.) I arrived at Motto Tea Cafe (San Gabriel) on Wednesday (11AM - Opening Time). Parking is easy. There's an underground lot for extra parking. Customers primarily order at the self-service kiosk. Customers must pay with card and insert phone number in the kiosk, but Customers can pay cash at the counter. Dine in customers grab a metal number that's stacked between the kiosks. Staff spoke limited English, but Staff is professional, diligent, and accommodating. My order took 24 minutes. As mentioned, I love the Creme Brûlée Soufflé Pancake ($17.50). It's plated and presented lovingly and seductively. It's memorable. With each motion, I bit hard onto its fluffy, lightly sweetened body. I savored how the creme brûlée's creamy sauce dribbled. It's layered, supple, and thick. I shake the plate. It dances. On ambiance, Motto Tea Cafe (San Gabriel) is comfortable. There's about seven interior tables and two counters. The music is slow-tempo and gentle. And it's clean. There's also a gender neutral restroom for customers. Overall, I created lovely memories at Motto Tea Cafe (San Gabriel). The wait is extremely long, but I found contentment at this journey's end. If you love wiggly pancakes & have plenty of time to spare, this is an easy recommendation. 4.8 out of 5

Enjoyed Gram Cafe with my mom for a weekday lunch. I can understand how some people say the wait is…read morea bit long, but they appeared to be short-staffed and were always busy with a constant flow of patrons, so I definitely felt for the 2 servers manning the whole place. Anyway, onto the food: -Seafood Gyoza, not sure what kind of seafood is inside, but it was crispy and paired nicely with their ponzu dipping sauce. -Geso Fry, fried squid legs with a spicy mayo was decent...but I enjoyed the gyoza more. -Japanese Chicken Karaage Salad was HUGE, generous portion. My mom enjoyed it, and I think it's already lightly dressed, but they still gave more dressing on the side? -Savory Japanese Monte Cristo French Toast, while I didn't try this, my mom says she liked this dish very much. Served with potatoes and salad. -Taro Sago Souffle Pancakes were delicious. Light, fluffy, bouncy and *not too sweet* -- really enjoyed this! They do serve it with a tiny scoop of ice cream, that I mistook for butter/cream, lol, but it melts quickly so if you're wanting this as a dessert/finisher, I'd probably say to wait for it at the end. However, since these souffle pancakes already have 30 min. prep time or longer, I don't know if waiting for it would cause an even longer stay at the restaurant. One unisex bathroom available that was clean. Service was a little slow at times, but I understood as they were very short-staffed...I just can't imagine the flow & delay on weekends. Parking is plentiful and shared for Atlantic Times Square. Restaurant space is clean, bright and A/C worked really good.

Located across from the AMC theater in the plaza. Parking is underground and there are many spots…read moreavailable. It was my first time dining at this place. I didnt know whether to walk up to the counter to ask for a table for 2 or if they were going to greet me to sit me at a table. They apologized for not seeing me and told me to pick any 2 top table. They really do mean 30 minutes minimum to make the souffle pancakes so order that first if you plan on getting them!! I got the mango one and it was jiggly, soft, and had a tang to it! The intererior was very narrow, and you are very close to the next patron. Noise level was decent. I came during breakfast, but I would love to come back and try their lunch menu!

We hosted our Covina Picklers Early Birds pickleball team's birthday celebration here. It was an…read moreabsolute smash! The staff accommodated our team's needs perfectly, helping us coordinate table space and bringing out the birthday treats right on cue. The entire staff is absolutely wonderful, very friendly & attentive. Coordinating a meal for a large group can be a nightmare, but they were incredibly fast & organized. The portions were hearty and delicious, perfectly refueling the team, and with the quality of the food shining through despite our large numbers. A special shout-out to our server "Kayla" who kept up with our rowdy energy and our endless coffee refill requests with absolute grace. We love you Kayla! Highly recommend for any sports team or large group celebrations. We are definitely coming back for next month's birthday breakfast celebration!

Such a comforting experience and the food was top notch!! The staff had so much patience and the…read moremanager came by multiple times to make sure we were well taken care of. 10 out of 10!!!!!

Service was amazing! Food was even better!! We have never been to this restaurant but we were…read morepleasantly surprised! We will definitely go back!

The cozyness lf this place is really a key factor for me, and why I like to come eat here so much…read more U can sit at their bar and have a meal and feel like you are eating at the breakfast counter in ur own kitchen. The food here is INSANELY GOOD, from their menudo on the weekends and their Mexican style breakfast or American style ones. Everything I have tried here is a winner for me. The staff is absolutely great and very friendly. They come and ask you if u are doing ok, and they are always refilling ur coffee. I really dont have anything bad to say about this place (and trust me, I would). Maybe the parking situation? (It is kinda limited) but it is so worth looking for a space to park causenu are guaranteed a great breakfast experience

Really enjoy this local gem. Ordered takeout recently for the first time in a long time and we were…read moreshocked by the amount of food you will receive for the price. Le Roy's has the best value, you get so so so much food for the same price as other breakfast spots in the area. I highly recommend the bacon here, and that is coming from someone who doesn't like bacon too much. The bacon here is so good! The ladies who work there are always kind and welcoming, and the restaurant feels very cozy. A great local spot for deliciously simple food at a good price.

I am on a quest to try old skool coffee shops in So Cal! I came across this place on IG and had to…read moretry it... I ordered the Spanish Omelette; three eggs with your choice of cheese.. I opted for swiss. It was delicious.. Eggs cooked to perfection and cheese melted just right. Wasn't greasy.. Tasted light and fluffy, matched up with some crispy hash browns and sourdough toast.. I was immediately greeted by the hostess/waitress/cashier.. Very efficient considering this place was packed on Monday morning/lunchy time.. I took the counter since I was solo and my food came out quickly and piping hot! As for the location, it was literally walking into 1982.. Pretty nostalgic and was all decorated for Easter.. I recommend this place for the entire experience..

GF/DF pancakes were not a hit for me. The egg whites and turkey bacon were excellent!read more

Food: Sunday "brunch" here was incredible (it was 2 pm haha) We ordered many dishes however the…read morelemon ricotta pancakes were absolutely the standout. What really impressed me was their vegan menu; it's much more extensive than most cafes offer, with plenty of options that don't feel like an afterthought Service: Great overall! The host was warm and welcoming and even though it was a busy Sunday with a 30 to 40 minute wait, we were seated quickly once our table was ready. We sat outside and while it's not a true true patio (tables along the sidewalk), the gorgeous weather made it feel special anyway Atmosphere: Such a chill, cute vibe. It's easy to see why locals love this place. We'll definitely be back!!