50 Best Cafes near Hawaiian Gardens

“A Sweet Institution

This donut shop has been a staple in our community for years, and its enduring popularity is no surprise. I've been a loyal customer, indulging in their delicious donuts and convenient services.

More Than Just Donuts:

Scratchers & Lotto Tickets: One-stop shopping for all my lottery needs.

Fresh-Baked Donuts: Soft, fluffy, and utterly addictive.
Why I Return:

Quality & Consistency: Donuts are always fresh and delicious.
Friendly Staff: Warm welcomes and quick service.
Community Fixture: Supporting local businesses like this one matters.

Will I Return?: Absolutely.

Support local businesses by shopping here.
This donut shop is a treasure. Convenient, delicious, and community-driven – what more could you ask for?“

“Coffee is really good! The turkish bagel (Simit) is THE best in California!!! We got a turkish breakfast plate, shakshuka, and the cheese omelette and everything was amazing. Great service and the owner is super cute :)
They also have amazing eclairs - a must try!“

“Great all around food choices with excellent quality! All the staff are personable, friendly, and knowledgeable. Great service with great prices!! Love Appu’s“

“I came by on a hot day, and I was thirsty. The nice reviews from Yelp caught my eyes. I love the minimalist decoration in this coffee place. They are pet friendly as I saw pet owners bring their dogs in. I asked the barista for recommendation. The barista was very patient and knowledgeable about their coffee. She recommended the big island latte and collagen crush. The big island latter has macadamia nuts flavor to it. It reminds me about Hawaii. The name is the perfect match of this coffee. The collagen crush is a health choice. They also offered a big package for purchase that we can brew it ourselves at home.

Came by again in 2 weeks, and the coffee came o it as good as the first time! Great quality control! Will continue to stop by if I am in the area.“

“This Vietnamese spot quietly sits inside a bland strip mall but surprises in every bite. The pho was rich and fragrant, and their pho‑French‑dip banh mi served on Persian bread was unforgettable. I appreciated how inventive yet respectful their flavor combinations stayed. Seating is minimal, but the staff are attentive and efficient. It’s precisely the sort of hidden gem locals appreciate—not glossy, just excellent food“

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“Great food, fabulous service and a great central location make this the perfect downtown location for healthy food in Long Beach!“

“I have been trying to get in severally times but fail due to overcrowded not taking reservations. Other than that, good restaurant for breakfast n lunch, closed at 2pm“

“Great breakfast choices, all home cooked. Quality food with Quality service. 5 min from Disneyland. Very affordable. Carl from Colorado“

“Very delicious and very pleasing presentation to the eye! Definitely would recommend, the wait was a little long but it’s very understandable!! Very satisfied with our choice of coming here for breakfast, we’ll definitely be back!“

“Very delicious and very pleasing presentation to the eye! Definitely would recommend, the wait was a little long but it’s very understandable!! Very satisfied with our choice of coming here for breakfast, we’ll definitely be back!“

“My favorite place for kumquat lemon iced tea with crystal boba. I love the vibe when you walk in is very peaceful and relaxing. They also use fresh fruits so you can taste it instead of too much syrup. Would recommend !“

“I love the Bingsoo here, the portion for the price is great. The service is also great! The owner is very attentive.
A regular size is good for two people. There's plenty of tables, although they're shared with the other restaurant in the dining area. It's located inside the grocery store.“

“10 Stars 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩
Best spot for your favorite brew in LBC.
A hidden gem with a live DJ on Saturday Morning. Oh and the coffee's delicious too
You gotta check this spot out“

“I discovered this cafe a few weeks ago, and I am now a regular customer at the Classic Cafe. Not only are the drinks delicious, but the food and service here is excellent! The cupbap is so, so good, especially for the price you are paying for. All the flavors work so well together, and I highly recommend the bulgogi and chicken cupbap. The sandwiches here are perfection too! The turkey and pesto panini sandwhich is absolutely exquisite, and I have been obsessed with these ever since I first tried them. Really love this place!!“

“Very healthy and delicious breakfast/lunch sandwiches (organic produce), salads and Coffee ☕️...and pastries...LAUSD Coffee cake the BEST 😋😋“

“This is one of my favorite local spots. I go there a few times a week, and they always deliver great food and friendly service.

The chorizo and avocado breakfast burrito is my favorite—it’s flavorful and really well-made. They’re also pretty quick, which is great when you’re short on time.

I definitely recommend giving this place a try if you’re in the area.“

“Highly recommend. Service and food are both great!“

“While Porto’s is well-known, the Downey location feels a little less crowded than others. The guava cheese pastry is always a winner—flaky, buttery, and sweet. I tried their Cuban sandwich for lunch, and it was huge and satisfying. The lines move quickly thanks to the efficient staff. Definitely worth the drive for affordable, delicious baked goods“

“I really like it because the food is good and prices reasonable“

“Great friendly vibe and delicious food.“

“I like to enjoy my favorite White Chocolate mocha and the good people !! They are very servicial with the customers !“

“The food here during the Happy Hour was way better than I expected! Gourmet quality ...It's the best Vietnamese food I ever had! Service was good and pretty quick. Reasonable too. A bit noisy with lots of people but the exceptional delicious food outweighs the noise.
Restroom could be improved with real flooring instead of drab concrete that has rust colored areas in the high traffic zone .“

“Soooo delicious!! Ordered to-go & took us a little over 20mins to get home & surprisingly my Shaved Iced dessert was still frozen! Very satisfied with how everything tasted. I ordered the Green Tea Snow with Oreos, Strawberries & Popping Boba combination. I loved it. I also ordered the Pistachio & Matcha Green Tea Macarons & the Milk Tea. The Pistachio Macarons & Milk Tea was delicious. Definitely recommend. (Didn’t get to try Jesse’s Breakfast)“

“I’ve been to this location several times, and they consistently deliver. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting and with the newly remodeled bar, it’s the perfect spot to hang out and sip on something good.

Their breakfast selection is solid. I always go for the avocado toast, it’s a favorite of mine, especially because they bake their own bread. It’s so fresh and flavorful! This time, I also tried the seasonal banana matcha latte. It was a bit on the sweet side for me, but still enjoyable.

My boyfriend ordered the buttermilk biscuit & egg sandwich and a vanilla latte both were a hit. They also have an impressive coffee selection and several locations to choose from, which is a bonus. The staff is always friendly and efficient, making the experience even better.

We love coming here, but a quick pro tip: try to avoid Sundays if you’re looking for a peaceful coffee moment. They share a door with the church next door, and once that door opens, brace yourself for a flood of people. Still love this place but not when I’m sipping in a sea of chaos. Lol.“

“The banana matcha latte had a rich, deep flavor and wasn’t overly sweet. I really liked that! I also liked that it didn’t have too much ice.
The music and overall vibe were great, but it was a bit too cold inside, even with my jacket on.
Still, I’d love to come back for coffee next time. The staff were kind too. Thank you! :)“

“AMBIANCE: This coffee shop is small, pretty laidback, and I like their decor & choice of indie music. Honestly I might come in here more to study or relax if I'm nearby.

FOOD/DRINK: Iced ube almond latte - I wasn't expecting it on the menu. Luckily, I was in the mood for ube these past two days so I'm glad I came when I did! It had a pretty purple color on the top and the starchy flavor of ube to cut into the aftertaste of coffee so all things considered, I enjoyed it a lot.

SERVICE: Chris was quick and accomodating for my dairy allergies! He made the latte in a separate steam pitcher and took the time to talk to me about the warming summer weather. Seems like a nice guy, glad he was my barista today.“

“Everything it is an awesome place to eat at“

“😍Great Fresh Fruit Juice“

“Delicious!!! Definitely coming back. Great friendly service!…🥰“

“Great atmosphere, friendly staff! Eleno has been working to support the local community for five years now. Stop by and see for yourself.“

“Stopped into Bliss on my way to get my nails done next door. Got my usual drink—an iced vanilla almond milk latte. This one tasted spectacular and I found out it’s because they make their own vanilla syrup with REAL vanilla beans! Wow! Coming back soon!“

“Try their Sandwhich. It is sooo delicious. We enjoyed the food. Very clean and it is very cozy. Loved the ambiance. And the owner is very friendly. I will recommend this place to everyone that want to enjoy getting together with close friends. Mom and daughter bonding will be a fun place to go. Hope to go back again soon.“

“Family Friendly and quite lovely“

“Everything nice people good coffee“

“Priority workforce is definitely one of the better agencies around their respectful and quick to get you the correct job placement you’re looking for, willing to go the extra step for their workers. special shout out to Sol. She’s always helped me out. She is super genuine. They’re all great“

“Nice patio cafe with great coffee“

“I ordered the cinnamon oat latte, and I'm usually not a fan of oatmilk but it was balanced so well against the espresso and the cinnamon that it didn't dominate the flavor. It was a very smooth drink, not too sweet, not too bitter, and not too strong.

My wife got the strawberry matcha latte, and while the matcha was of a decent grade and quality, the strawberry isn't a puree, nor is it like a strawberry creme or milk added in, it's an additive in powder form and she doesn't tend to like that.

Their chocolate croissant, which we shared, was heated up as requested, it came with a line of melted chocolate drizzle on top, which I think was similar to Nutella but less thick in terms of consistency. It was also topped with powder sugar, and it had an inserted line of darker chocolate, maybe 65%, so pretty balanced against the sweetness of everything else involved.

The area the cafe is located in is nice, it's a large promenade with several nicer restaurants (it's also sort of attached to it's restaurant counterpart) and there's plenty to walk around and get some shopping done or walk off the drinks and baked sweets. Plenty of parking as well, and the mall itself is only a block or two north from the cafe.“

“The breakfast burrito and orange juice hit the spot this morning. The staff is very friendly and hard working. Why wait for those long coffee drive thru lines? You can pick up your coffee here quickly. Support your local small business in La Palma!!!“

“For 20 years, after we have a family get together. Its been a tradition that we all have breakfast at the Magnolia Cafe before we all part ways. It’s always clean, the food is always delicious and the service has always been wonderful. It is truly a special establishment!“

“Food was more than what I expected. Delicious! Price is affordable. Staff is friendly and attentive. Over all, service was great“

“Always a good one. They make you feel at home❤️“

“Excellent Taste for there coffee. Home roasted coffee beans. Vanilla Latte 10 out of 10. Hazel nut Latte is 10 out of 10. Ron provides one of the best service for his customers. Keep up the good work for the Whittier community! Bring your own mugs or insulated travel mugs for a better taste.“

“I was looking for a great coffee spot and I found one that was on the way.

I had their matcha latte with whole milk and it was delicious. The right flavor and temperature. The place looks like a great spot to pull up a laptop and listen to some good music.

I’d definitely come back again to try their other menu items.“

“By far the best coffee in Huntington Beach and maybe best cafe in Orange County. So friendly and the food it delicious.“

“My partner and I were talking a stroll down our new neighborhood, and quite literally SMELLED the delicious food before seeing this place. It was almost cartoon-like the way we just followed our feet toward the warm buttery smell of a local diner.
We probably got lucky since it was just two of us and spots were available at the counter right when we got in!
We sat down, and were greeted right away with a smile and a fresh pot of coffee. Menu is extensive for such a cozy spot! Health is also highlighted in their menu..plenty of options to enhance the menu to your needs. My partner got the turkey omelette sub egg whites, and I got the French toast combo w/ a side of potatoes (10/10).
The atmosphere is amazing, and we love businesses that highlight artists as well (you can scan under some of the art displayed to learn more).
Service is friendly and efficient.
When you walk-in, you get a sense that you’ve been there before. And that’s a very comforting feeling for a first timer (:“

“this little place is a big smack a of bohemian chill factor that emanates from your host, Peter . next , the space, sadly, not enougĥ to contain the magic overflowing out its doors, is a piece of a backstage area with the jibe of all are welcome, from scifi nerds to yuppies on bikes and boomers out for a hike, from runners to walkers, even old folks with a walker, Eco Coffee has the cold drinks to chill ya and hot drinks to warm your core. Good food, fresh made. awsome egg sandwich“

“Been coming here for years, People are great food is excellent and I just love the old diner atmosphere all thumbs up from me .“

“I recently stumbled upon an adorable little coffee shop, thanks to a quick search on Google. As someone who loves exploring new places, I was immediately drawn to its charm. The shop offered an impressive array of pastries. We decided to try their croissants, which turned out to be light, airy, and perfectly crispy.

The coffee menu, while straightforward, was inviting. However, I noticed that there weren't many options catered specifically for kids. After inquiring, the staff kindly provided us with a variety of alternatives, ensuring everyone could find something enjoyable. One thing we learned was that most sweeteners came with an extra charge.

We faced a minor setback when it took longer than anticipated to receive our drinks. With two orders ahead of us, we found ourselves waiting about 20 minutes. Despite the wait, we would definitely return. The coffee was simply perfect, though next time, we'll be sure to allow ourselves some extra time.“

“Food is always good here. The Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll pancakes were incredible. Their homemade sausage is so good with a little bit of spicy. Service is always quick and friendly.

Wheelchair accessibility: There are plenty of tables to roll wheelchair right up to. Take my wheelchair bound mother-in-law here without any issues“