“The strawberry yogurt is the best here!Other drinks I don't really care for. Tried and didn't enjoy.There's lots of tables and chairs to sit at and chat, but not that great for larger parties.The workers are not as friendly as other places but I'm sure that people give them a lot of shit for whatever reason.They also have macarons there for people that want extra sweets.“
“Excellent business, I would give this business 10 stars, because they have a variety of refreshing drinks and desserts, my favorite drink is the Mystic Mermaid, I recommend it.Pedro, and Justin, and their family are very friendly, and provide excellent customer service.The decoration of the place is very beautiful, and it is always impeccable, as for its cleanliness, I love this place.Kid-friendliness: There are drinks for children“
“Amazing shop, our favorite boba place and we come here weekly. The owner and staff are so friendly and always remember us. Our favorite drink is the Viva Mango it has plum flavoring and Tajin! The perfect salty/sweet flavoring, So good! I also recommend the Coconut Pandan. I always get 50% sweetness but my kids prefer full sweetness. All the drinks are very different, so if you try one that is not your favorite, visit again and try another. They are sure to have something you enjoy and you cannot beat the great customer service.“
“I tried this restaurant for the first time and ordered the Bulgogi Rice Bowl and it was amazing. The price is well worth it because the food comes in big portions. The lady there was very sweet and we got our food pretty quickly. The place was empty but everything was clean. I absolutely recommend eating there!Parking: There are lots of shops nearby so parking right outside the restaurant might be a little difficult.“
“As a Taiwanese person who grew up in boba land, I can tell you that the boba milk tea is pretty good. It's more towards milky end instead of rich tea flavor ones. Their original recipe is not too sweet so there's no point to adjust the sweetness. Or just ask the owner to make his favorite ratio. You should totally give it a try. (I cannot endorse other items as I just tried one product)“
“My favorite place to get egg coffee outside of saigon or hanoi! Better than even some places in vietnam actually. The owner is super duper sweet and helpful. Every drink we have ever gotten here was excellent.The place is in the middle of kind of a drab shopping mall. So its hard to imagine such a gem can be found here. But give it a try. So so good.“
“If you are looking to find a place with the yommiest Vietnamese Egg Coffee, look no further. I have been coming here off the recommendation of a friend and it is the best egg coffee. I have tried Da Vien, and while it is good, I think their egg is too foamy for me. I like Airoma's because the egg is super rich and dense, almost like a creme brulee but in liquid form. There's always students either studying or people meeting up for a coffee here. The person at the cashier register is always super nice and answers any question you have. I have come here to study a couple times and it's nice because it's not too loud where you have to use headphones to focus and tune out the noise.“
“The wife and I went in there on a whim after seeing this on Instagram. We each had a drink. She had the peach black tea and I had the strawberry green tea, the drinks were very refreshing, well-made and fresh. I was impressed with their drink, so I ordered the Blue lemonade- Amazing refreshing, sparkling drink. The bahnmi mini breadsticks were good. We will definitely stop by again soon. Thank you-we love your space and your drinks!“
“Ordered an affogato and brown sugar milk tea. If I ever need a strong caffeinated drink again, I’m definitely buying the affogato. Wonderful drink/dessert for caffeine addicts haha.Overall experience was great. Lovely atmosphere and plenty of room to sit and chat with friends.Small note: Pretty sure the cashier guy is new since he cancelled my option to tip and didn’t say anything to me until I ordered (just stared at me), but the drinks he made were superb. And only thing I would recommend for the shop is if they showed a bigger menu on the wall or a TV, not just on the counter.“
“I've been coming to Da Vien Coffee for over a year now. When I say I want Vietnamese coffee, THIS is what I mean. Their cold foams are flavorful and thick. This is my #1 favorite coffee shop in the OC. They specialize in Vietnamese coffee, and they also serve basic coffee, food, and desserts. I have yet to try their food & desserts; only drinks. I've been to both of their locations in Westminster and Garden Grove. Parking: Free parking. Somewhat easy to find on weekdays but more difficult on the weekends. Ambiance/Environment: On weekdays, I notice there is a consistent flow of customers. While on the weekends, they are usually busier. They have a modern, studious, and somewhat spacious environment with indoor & outdoor seating. Service: From my experience, the cashier is always kind and knowledgeable! Baristas are quick and efficient. Throughput is usually under 3 minutes. Drinks: 1) Black Sesame Latte - Phin drip coffee shot with black sesame foam. I really enjoyed the black sesame foam; it's pretty light. Even though it's shots of espresso, this drink is still strong and will keep you awake. 10/10 2) Matcha Foam Coffee - Vietnamese coffee topped with matcha cold foam & espresso powder. As someone who doesn't prefer matcha (don't come for me lol), this drink is perfect for you. The matcha foam isn't too overpowering. You get an equal amount of flavors from the coffee and foam. 10/10 3) Egg Coffee - THIS is my favorite drink! Vietnamese coffee topped with egg foam & cocoa powder. Da Vien actually put me onto egg cold foam. I was sus at first, but omg .. tastes like heaven! 1000/10 4) Da Vien Coffee - Vietnamese coffee topped with macchiato foam & cocoa powder. This is my second favorite drink! If you're not sure what to get and want to try something basic, this drink is the safest way to go. The macchiato foam is delicious and pairs well with the coffee. 10/10 5) Cloudy Ube - Phin drip coffee shot and Ube foam. This is a lighter taste of Ube compared to the Ube Coffee. You get an equal amount of flavors from the Ube and espresso shots. 9/10 6) Peach Tea - Green peach tea with peach slices. Such a refreshing drink! It tastes exactly like how it sounds. 10/10 7) Salted Coffee - Light and creamy coffee topped with salted foam. I believe this drink contains espresso shots over milk. The foam has a good amount of sweet & salt; not too salty. This is another safe drink to go with if you want something basic. 9/10 8) Ube Coffee - Coconut Purple Yam coffee. It's basically Vietnamese coffee topped with Ube foam. If you love Ube, this is the drink for you! The Ube foam is strong and pairs well with the coffee flavor. 10/10 9) Caramel Sprinkle Latte (seasonal) - Phin drip coffee shot with caramel and topped with salted foam. This is a Xmas 2023 drink. Not my favorite drink. The flavors didn't work well together. I felt the caramel syrup tasted weird with the espresso shots. 6.5/10 Pricing: Prices are $$ average. I'd say it's worth the price because their coffee is bomb af. I highly recommend joining their rewards. You receive points, coupons via text, and birthday treats. In the Westminster location, you'd input your phone number through the iPad. In the Garden Grove location, make sure to tell your cashier your phone number after ordering.“
“I’ve gone to there 3 locations 2 in Long Beach and third in Cerritos all 3 have excellent service and great delicious donuts very different and unique in there own special way…my ultimate favorite is the Cream Cheese Guava Cronut Yes Yes and Hell Yes!! ???Thanks again for your unique Donuts!“
“Came in on a Monday and the young girl that helped us was very friendly and welcoming, she let us try a sample of a few different things and we loved all of them! She gave us suggestions to visit as we were from out of town. We will definitely come back when we’re in Long Beach.“
“Ambience, food and hospitality were amazing. Loved the food and the simplicity. Quantity and taste was worth coming back again. We had Dal Makhani, Aloo kulcha and Dahi bhalla. Would love to come back again to try other vegetarian options.Vegetarian options: Dal Makhani and Aloo kulcha were out of this world.“
“My absolute new favorite poke place. The make-your-own options are fantastic, and I am able to make the best poke I have every eaten, and I have tried MANY places. On top of that, I recently wanted to go, but forgot they close at 7:30p. I called at like 7:21p to confirm when they close (I am ~10 min away), and they offered to keep the place open for my wife and I to get over there. Great service from the two fellows that were there! Highly recommended!!!“
“Besteas Boba is pretty good, and they often have good deals. They have a large selection of options. Just be aware that many flavors can taste very artificial, so if you’re not into that it may not be the spot for you! The owners are very nice!“
“Hi! I'm a regular at juice station. I love going here with friends and family. The workers are very sweet and when I call over the phone to place my order they are super friendly. My order is always ready to go and comes out super fast! Their drinks are super fresh and yummy! I love their açaí bowls. If you haven't been here, definitely give this a try!!“
“Decent spot for drinks but the boba pearls can be hit or miss. I usually go for their Hawaiian fruit tea w/o the actual boba pearls, and it is very refreshing and I would highly recommend. However I tried a brown sugar milk tea with boba & the boba in my drink was super hard / chewy - not very enjoyable & tasted undercooked. Hopefully it's just an odd batch! Overall solid spot and I like coming here when I don't feel like venturing far for boba.“
“Get the Strawberry Princess and Strawberry Overload and have yourself a strawberry feast. The Strawberry Princess is a delicious moist sponge cake topped with real strawberry purée and cheese foam. It's so good. The strawberry overload is a mixture of teas with strawberry purée and it is so yummy. The staff is so friendly and the service was amazing.“
“Came across this hidden gem while driving down from the valley! Great quality and flavored drinks and one of the best Matcha latte with brûlée and oreos. An absolute game-changer! They use ceremonial grade matcha straight from Japan. The earthy matcha flavor combined with their cream brûlée made it an unforgettable experience.Not to mention their service and attentiveness is top-notch.“
“Absolutely humongous sizes! I always get the strawberry milk tea with no tea, so it's kind of like strawberry milk. It's very sweet, so I recommend asking for it less sweet. Their boba also always comes out super fresh,s o it is very warm at the bottom of your boba cup.“
“There was no line when we came, so we got the teas very quickly. The woman at the cashier was very friendly and communicable. She was very eager to tell us about all of the various teas the place has to offer, and we even tried some new and unusual teas. The menu is very extensive, and teas we tried were absolutely delicious.“
“I realize that I am a bit of a donut aficionado. I don't go for the over priced stuff but am willing to try it. I go for the pink box and the genuine tastes! I go for the full flavor of the bread and the glaze! My favorite donut flavor is maple, and this is one of 3 donut shops that gets it right! You're not overwhelmed with sugar or oil, it's not generic "candy". You get the full maple donut experience. I love small local spots like this and hope to go back.“
“I really wanted to like this place more, but unfortunately there were a few things that brought them down to 4 stars. First thing first, the drinks. I like to get the regular milk tea from these places to really assess their quality and taste. If you can get the basics right, you're a step ahead! So, got their Brown Sugar milk tea with boba and it was okay. Nothing spectacular. I want to give them another try because they have some very interesting flavors and options in their menu such as the Hokkaido creamer milk substitute and the Oreo series blended drinks. I give them props for their ingredients as you can watch them make the drinks right in front of you and they made everything fresh to order, no premixed teas or powders. Their decor and theme is quirky and fun. You can tell they put an effort to make the place catch your attention and everything looked clean and organized. Prices are reasonable and within the market value for this type of stuff. The ding for me was the limited seating inside and the smell. It's not nasty like "I need to get the H-E-double-hockey-sticks outta here!" type of smell, but definitely a bit off. I tried to come back and try another drink when I was waiting for my tacos from the other place next to them, but that smell threw me off again. A little ding for not having any snacks at all. Not even like cookies or prepackaged Japanese treats or something. Anyway, that's my take on this place.“
“I used to frequent Bambu growing up and all the ones in my area closed. I saw this spot next to the restaurant I was having dinner at and knew I was going to be getting dessert from here. If I just hadn't had a pasta dinner, I would have ordered a Chewy Pandan but I knew that would be too filling so I opted for the Jelly Coco. The Jelly Coco is coconut water based instead of coconut milk so it's more refreshing and lighter. It fruits (coconut, lychee, longan) and fun pandan and basil seed bits. I enjoyed my drink and would definitely be returning to try the Chewy Pandan. Service was quick! We were there arounf 30 minutes before closing and although there were a few people who ordered ahead of us, we still got our drinks fairly quick. The inside has very few seating so I would'nt hangout there for too long.“
“I've been coming to Almond Haus throughout the years and love this spot! I just started coming back more frequently for their Almond Milk tea It's the same consistent taste every time I've ordered it.I want to take the time to shoutout Duyen! Today was my first time having her be my cashier. Duyen made sure to take the time to show that she was genuinely excited to be serving these drinks to the customers So thankful to have run into her this time around. She made the experience so much better by just being interactive and engaging with customers even if it's just for a moment. I pulled my phone out while I was waiting for my drinks to write this review!! I already had a reason to come here because of their Almond milk tea but Duyen just sealed the deal just by being herself. Now off to drink both of my almond milk teas!! (it's good get it)“
“Knead Coffee is a gem that goes beyond just brewing your standard cup of joe. The Vietnamese coffee here is a revelation - strong, yet impeccably balanced with a smooth sweetness that energizes your day. Paired with their delicious donuts, which strike the perfect note of sweetness and texture, it's a match made in heaven for any coffee lover with a sweet tooth. But what truly sets Knead Coffee apart is the service. The staff are not just friendly, but genuinely amazing, creating an inviting atmosphere that makes you want to linger longer than you planned. Each visit is a delightful experience, thanks to the dedication and warmth of the team. For anyone in search of great coffee, scrumptious treats, and outstanding service, Knead Coffee is the spot.“
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“Great food and drinks here! Never gone wrong with the crawfish scampi fries. Parking can be a hassle on a busy night but I gotta get my fix still! Minus one star because one of the male employees always looks annoyed when talking to patrons. Noticed it a few times before but this time when I walked into the store (only customer there), I said excuse me to him because I was standing there for two minutes so he obviously didn't notice me, which was fine of course, but he gave me this head shake which really threw me off this time around. Hopefully this pattern improves over time as I really like this place.“
“Drinks : 10/10, I love sunright and their drinks! This my first time at this location and I'm glad I discovered it. It's a lot closer to me than the other locations. I got the grapefruit jasmine tea and it was SUPER refreshing! If you love grapefruit, get this! I also got the crème brulee boba milk with pudding and that was also a 10/10! Service : fast, friendly, and efficient. Ambiance : big space inside to wait! Decorated very modern and cute! Lots of photo ops!“
“Honey walnut shrimp delicious, hot and freshly fried veggie egg roll yummy, half and half fried rice and noodles on point- all were very good. The portions were generous on the rice and noodles. Friendly and prompt Small space with a few tables to sit and eat. Weather was nice outside, so sat on patio.“
“Absolutely love this boba shop! It's my go-to spot, and I can't get enough of their Monster boba—it's my favorite. The best part is being able to customize the sweetness level to my liking. They offer an extensive selection of bobas and teas, so there's always something new to try. Highly recommend!“
“Came here on a Sunday around 8pm no wait we ordered at the kiosk. Parking right in front. Phone number to text when order is ready however it wasn't accurate we still waited like 10 minutes after it said our order was ready. Service was ok no greeting and when we checked up on our order they didn't acknowledge us really. Ordered the and marble mango it was alright taste was artificial flavoring. The strawberry milk tea and plain milk teas was ok. The best was probably the mango smoothie. Boba was good. Overall, good for a one time try.“
“I'm relatively new to the area and was craving a Vietnamese coffee with boba. I came in today and ordered an iced Vietnamese coffee with boba and it was delicious. Probably one of the best I've had. It almost had a chocolate flavor to it. I'm definitely coming back. The girl that served me was nice as well.“
“Parking: 8/10. It's in a busy plaza so parking can be crowded. However, it's on the left side of the plaza (when entering) that's usually more vacant. Drinks: this is the go to place for all variations of Rau ma drinks! They used to have a delicious durian smoothie but it's not available anymore. Aside from their smoothies and rau ma, their other drinks are okay. Ambiance: workers are nice and I love that you can order online. There are a good amount of seatings.“
“I’ve been coming to Aiyu Cha since the end of 2020 and they never cease to amaze me on their amazing service and bold flavors!I found this location back when I was working at the Bella Terra with a couple coworkers and we quickly fell in love, they were extremely quick, friendly and offer a good assortment of milk teas and regular teas.I recently returned with a friend, they got the Taiwanese milk tea with boba(oolong milk tea) and I got my usual tiramisu milk tea with boba. The girls up front on 3/17 at 6pm were amazing, super friendly and they gave my friends lots of recommendations. I recommend them!“
“This spot has been on my list to try for a while now and I was so glad that I finally got the chance to stop by! Podong is a uniquely Korean inspired boba shop with some of the most interesting drink concoctions. This spot is located in a plaza with a good amount of parking spots and you can find it next to the Gold's gym. Once you walk in, you'll be greeted by a modern nostalgic street style type of interior. They do a great job of juxtaposing nostalgic and retro themes with modern and streetwear ones. As for their drinks, they have such a variety to choose from. Wifey and I opted for the Korean pear slush and the injeolmi slush and both were super refreshing with flavors uniquely Korean. The staff here are awesome and very friendly. We will definitely be back to try their other drinks next time we're in the area!“
“Came here on Sunday afternoon, the parking was pretty full. Ended up ordering mango tango, taro twist, and the krak signature milk tea. All 3 were good, I added pudding into the taro twist. The interior was pretty cool, got some nice art work hanging on the wall. The place gets busy, but the staff here remains nice and patience with everyone order. Overall I would come back.“
“I love coming to Tea Leaf! The staff are amazing. The drinks are always so tasty and the service was excellent. The tables were nice and clean. The ambiance is so chill, you can come here to study or read a book and you won't be interrupted.“
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“Neighbors is an awesome spot to kickback with some friends! I finally decided to try this place out after driving past it so many times on Colima. Inside, there are a few booths with comfy couches that really allow you to relax for a conversation with friends. I noticed that some of the prices for drinks were just a step cheaper than some of the popular tea shops like 7 Leaves, Tiger Sugar, and Summerfield, which are selling milk tea at around $6 now. After trying their Vietnamese coffee, it didn't seem like they sacrificed on the quality for their better prices. I also tried their Hazelnut Cream dessert. While it was a little pricey ($9), I was really happy with the taste. The mousse was very light and it was not too sweet! I'll definitely be bringing my friends to try some of their other drinks next time.“
“Everything about the tea here is super high quality. I got a hot oolong tea which came in a really nice cup with a fancy lid that you can re-seal.The flavor of the tea was amazing and each sip was really flavorful.The machine they use to make this tea must be patented or at least really high end. One of the best teas I've had.“
“Got their Lavender Milk Tea with Crystal boba, and it was good! This was my first time going there, and one of the workers was very sweet and welcoming. Introduced me with all drinks, and I guess I wanted to try something new. I'd say this is going to be my favorite spots to drink since everything they make is FRESH. I can definitely taste that lavender taste, and I asked to be 50% sweet. It's still sweet, although it's worth it. Would definitely come back here again!“
“This is one of my favorite local coffee shops. I have gotten the same drink from the beginning and it is always on point (sweet cream house). Right amount of sweetness. My husband and I enjoy sitting outside and just enjoy the people watching around downtown Fullerton. Cool little place.“
“Pretty solid boba spot. Got myself a Hokkaido milk tea and I wish I got a large! It was milky and creamy. My bestie got the lavender milk tea and didn't like it. Sadly I didn't either. I might need to try other drinks.Very minimal contact with the workers since you get to order off an touchscreen.“
“Came here for the hype and it was pleasant and enjoyable but nothing to really rave aboutThe server was really nice and accommodating when we were deciding on what drinks and add ons to orderWe ordered a couple of the classic milk teas and again, I'd come back here if I was in the neighborhood but wouldn't go too far out of my wayMapo Tots: Maybe get?It's a fun loaded tots idea but the two flavors don't really go hand in handFood/Drinks: 6/10Service: 8/10Atmosphere: 6/10Value: 6/10“
“Delicious and quaint spot for drinks! Overall (4.5/5) experience! Matcha Tornado (3.5/5): We got regular sweet and I think it's the perfect sweet but not too sweet. The initial flavor of the matcha is good, and the blended drink is a nice consistency. The only thing is that the matcha does leave a bit of a grainy taste on your tongue with each sip. Lychee Jasmine Tea (4/5): It came with real lychee and green tea jelly, both of which are delicious with the drink. The flavor itself is very mild, the lychee flavor is not super strong but the drink is pretty good! Not too sweet either Will come back if I'm in the area.“
“This was a chill spot. We went here late one night while on vacation in socal. It did feel more like someone's home/hangout spot than a boba shop. It was still chill. The drinks were okay. I should've ordered something different, but I didn't hate my drink. Service was nice, but slow. I think it took 20+ minutes to get our drinks (4 total) after ordering. We also waited 10 minutes to order. There were a lot of fish tanks every where as well. A few other "regulars" were here gaming in their laptops as well, so it wasn't awkward. I'm not sure I'll be back, but glad I got to try this place.“
“I tried the coffee milk tea 50% sweet, and it was the BEST coffee milk tea I've had. Even at 100% sweet I think it would still be a good amount of sweetness and not too overpowering. It was honestly really good and I would definitely get it a hundred more times.The one thing though is that they are a bit on the pricey side, almost $7 if you get it with a topping. That's definitely the upper limit I've seen, different places range from $4.50 - $7. But it seems worth it here.“
“Super cute and mini study cafe where you can charge your laptops and phones too. Allie (I hope I spelled her name right:,)) is super friendly and even helped explain what certain drinks were, like the marble series. Super close to downtown Fullerton if anyone is ever in the area and an overall great place to be for CSUF/FC students.“
“We went today for their Grand Opening. The restaurant is clean. The Owner (Carmela), the one who got our order(Bianca), and all the staff are friendly. We got Baked bangus, Beef ribs, Tuna Belly, and Liempo. All tastes delicious. Bibingkinitan is very good, its still moist even when you reheat it on the microwave. Don't forget to get WOWTAHO! Tastes exactly like philippines. The Best Taho in SOCAL.“
“Reliably fresh and high quality donuts. Excellent service whether going in to get a single donut or placing a large order for an event. The blueberry yeast donut is the single best donut that I have eaten. Donuts are always fresh and delicious.“
“This place is a 10/10. Really amazing place to study, do homework or just hang out with some friends. They have many drink and snack options with a new addition of the ramyun which is a little pricy, but great on rainy days. The workers are very respectful and polite. One time a guy that worked there gave me his Magic: the Gathering deck because he saw me and my friend playing. In other words, they're very down to earth people. Highly recommend.“