21 Best Coffee Shops in Alhambra

“great staff and great coffee!“

“I’ve been here quite a few times and always enjoy it. The place gets busy around lunch and dinner, sometimes with a line out the door. You can tell it’s a family-run spot and that they put a lot of effort into it. Definitely worth supporting.“

“Great tea and food. Some of the nicest people work there. Great location with plenty of parking“

“I’ve been coming here to get their double matcha and the few times I’ve gotten it, it was nice and rich. The matcha itself is not very sweet but the matcha cream is sweetened so it’s a nice combination! Only once I got their double matcha and the matcha drink itself felt slightly watered down, and not as strong as its usual taste. Definitely my fave place to come for their double matcha.“

“This is one of the restaurants that gets unnoticed for not having enough review or marketing. I saw some pictures, looked tasty so I wanted to try out. Food is so good that I forgot to take all the pics. This place is ran by a strong single woman of color who cooks, cleans, and manages everything all by herself. Food is fresh, healthy, tasty, and unique. They owner is really nice. I 100% recommend this place. I will definitely come back. I hope all the best to the owner and her business.“

“When am pm coffee won't do and you only want quality coffee then this spot will satisfy your caffeine urge“

“Cha Express Handmake black rice milk tea , puff cream bubble milk tea and hawaii fruit tea is the best . Place is clean and comfort . I will definitely try other drinks next time“

“The food was perfect and the service was excellent! We don’t live close by. We were just visiting the San Gabriel Mission. However, whenever we go back to the area, we will definitely come back!“

“The best popcorn chicken in this area and the best boba milk tea for a decent price. It has been my regular over 10 years!! And shout out to shifu and fangjie(the owners) thank you for serving the neighborhood for so long and the best food as always.“

“We came in from out of town and wanted a sweet treat to end the night. We stopped by here and the donuts were so good! The man behind the counter, who I assume was the owner was very nice and let us hang out inside for as long as we wanted. Great donuts, kind service, and welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

“So happy that this new bakery and coffee shop opened up in Alhambra.

Cute spot with many tables for hanging out or studying. I love the interior, it feels relaxing.

I came in yesterday for the first time. Sadly, they were out of most stuff and I only wanted a cookie. Before coming in, I had seen their menu listed online. I got the corn cookie.

I'm blown away by the quality of it. I like how crispy it is along with not being too sweet.

Would come back to try more!“

“This 7 Leaves location is my favorite since it has a drive thru. However, it’s a bit small and sometimes the line could go out to the street depending on when you use it. I went around 5:30 pm on a weekday and that was the case. After waiting about 10 minutes, I was able to order and it was ready within a few minutes.

There was a seasonal drink, so I thought I gave it a try. I tried the Rio Rosa, which was strawberry with condensed milk. I got this with honey boba as well. It tasted refreshing since it was hot that day. But overall, I thought it was just okay. I wouldn’t get that specific drink again.

This location does accept American Express.“

“Awesome customer service and very friendly. Not to mention our drinks were delicious 😋“

“Their varieties of breads and cakes are fewer comparing to the other 85degree bakeries, I don’t mind driving further for more choices. But if I’m craving a slice of Black Forest cake, then I’ll come here, since they will always have the classics/basics here.“

“After doing some research, I found that by day, they primarily serve pho and Vietnamese food (Pho Ever) and during the evening on select nights, they serve specialized drinks and Vietnamese finger foods (N' Beyond). Put that together and you get Pho Ever N' Beyond! So cute.Anyway, this location is a bit obscure. It's located right off the 10 Freeway by Garfield and Hellman next to Circle K. There's a small parking lot as well as street parking. Hours are still changing, so definitely check Yelp or call the restaurant to see if they're open. As of now, they're open Friday - Sunday from 7:30 - 11:30 PM.The first time I came, my friend and I didn't really know what to expect. The pho restaurant was closing and the workers seemed to be in the process of cleaning up the restaurant. Luckily they have a very cute outdoor patio (perfect for a date!) with tons of flowers and greenery. We ordered at the cashier and our drinks and food were brought out to us.I asked for recommendations and went with the Mango Macchiato ($7). Kind of regretted the decision, only because I'm not a big smoothie fan and this drink was pretty much like a blended smoothie/shake. There was sea salt cream and mango jelly - really tasted premium with loads of mango flavor. I personally just thought it was a little sweet. My parents loved it though and devoured the drink once I brought it home.My friend ordered the Black Goji Berry Tea with Lychee ($7) - one of the most pretty drinks! I didn't try it, but she really enjoyed it. Said she could taste the lychee and the goji berry.We also ordered the banh mi brisket ($6) and chicken egg roll ($6). I was surprised that the banh mi was an actual whole sandwich. Packed with ingredients and I really enjoyed the flavor of the brisket. As for the egg roll, crispy and tasty - we ate everything.So I had to return to get a drink that I would enjoy. I ended up trying the Citrus Sunrise ($7) - this came with orange juice, jasmine osmanthus tea, honey citron jam, and some rosemary. I think there was also some jelly bits as well. Really refreshing and light, perfect for a hot day.P.L.O ($7) - peach, lemongrass, orange, lemonade, and jelly. My sister requested for the drink to be sweeter because she was worried that the lemongrass would overpower the taste, but surprisingly the lemongrass was really subtle. The drink was actually a bit on the fragrant/light side, almost as if it was missing a little acid or citrus to blend it all together. I liked the addition of the chia seeds, but I definitely preferred the Citrus Sunrise.And we also were able to try the Ube Frostie ($7). Seriously, the tea places that make ube blended drinks can't compare because the ube here tasted so fresh and decadent, along with the blended components of the drink. Felt almost like an elevated ube milkshake but the word milkshake doesn't do this drink justice at all. Not too sweet - my parents thought this was the best drink out of the three.They currently have a grand opening promotion if you're able to snag a card for BOGO 50% off; they also have a Yelp promotion of 20% off if you order a minimum of $15. The workers who helped me were all super nice and helpful.I definitely am going to return to try as many drinks as I can. Feel reluctant to share this spot, but at the same time, I really hope they do well. They really put a ton of effort into not just the taste, but also the presentation. Will be back!“

“Friendly Barista Nice outdoor patio“

“Alright, Alhambra locals and donut devotees, listen up! Your breakfast (or anytime) cravings have officially met their match at Yum Yum Donuts!

First up, the **Veggie Bagel with Egg**. Now, I know what you're thinking: a *veggie* bagel? Groundbreaking. But trust me, this ain't your average sad, limp lettuce situation. This bagel is a vibrant, flavorful explosion! The veggies are fresh and crisp, the egg is perfectly cooked (Chef's kiss!), and the bagel itself has that satisfying chew. It's the kind of savory goodness that makes you feel virtuous... right before you dive headfirst into their donuts. 😉

And speaking of donuts... oh. my. **Cookie N' Cream**. Prepare yourselves for a flavor revelation! This isn't just a donut; it's a fluffy cloud of pure cookie bliss. The donut itself is soft and pillowy, and the frosting? Forget about it! It's like they took your favorite cookies and cream ice cream and somehow spun it into a decadent glaze, complete with crunchy cookie bits scattered all over. Each bite is a perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and that iconic cookie crunch. It's the kind of donut that makes you close your eyes and sigh contentedly.

Yum Yum Donuts in Alhambra isn't just a pit stop; it's a destination. The vibe is classic, friendly, and exactly what you want from your local donut shop. So ditch the boring breakfast and treat yourself to the veggie bagel that surprises and delights, followed by the cookie n' cream donut that'll have you doing a little happy dance. Your taste buds will thank you! 🥯🍳🍩🍪 #YumYumDonuts #AlhambraEats #Donuts #Bagels #VeggieBagel #CookieNCream #BreakfastGoals #SweetTreats #LocalFavorite #SoGood #FoodieAlhambra“

“Unfortunately I didn’t get their names but both workers were very pleasant and the drinks came out awesome. They were friendly and presented a great vibe as soon as I approached the counter. This was Tuesday morning, April 8. I have a Starbucks closer to my place but will definitely go back to this one for the reasons mentioned.“

“Charming neighborhood gem. The mix of classic donuts styles and flavors on offer are all worth trying. Soft and airy dough, baked to perfection. You get the expertise of the in house baker who has been running this shop for decades. Family run. Always a pleasure to visit.“

“It is now open! Happy to have them back!“

“So I made a small oops by ordering from the Alhambra store instead of Monterey Park. I had to make a quick trip to pick up in Alhambra. I was 20+ minutes after my pick up time but my drink was still icy, cold and delicious. I didn't think matcha and oatmilk would work so well together. That with the creme brulee in the frostie was such a treat. I'll definitely order this again and hopefully to the right location next time. You should too... if you enjoy matcha.

In my defense, Alhambra is the preferred store but had an errand closer to Monterey Park and my mind was on default 😬“