Cafe Sapientia

K wave. You must come here one time. Cafe's atmosphere is comfortable and it made me calm down. It is a good place to read books or do something with your laptop. I strongly recommend you to visit here. I found a good place to enjoy as like I had enjoyed in South Korea. Enjoy other food, especially Bing-su (snowlike ice powder with any toppings) I should try it next time.

Cafe Sapientia is awesome! We have been here several times to try their snow créme, and we’ve always been very happy. We’ve had Korean shaved ice before, in South Korea, Thailand, and elsewhere, and this is still one of the best we’ve had - tastes exactly like traditional Korean shaved ice. You get a huge portion (big enough to share), everything is fresh, sweet, and flavorful, and it is presented very nicely! Sometimes they even have seasonal shaved ice flavors (which I have yet to try but I NEED to try the pumpkin one when it’s available ASAP), and our favorites are the strawberry and mango flavors! If you’ve never had Korean shaved ice, it’s really shaved milk instead of shaved ice, so it’s much sweeter and tastes way better as a dessert than Hawaiian shaved ice or a snow cone. Moral of the story: check this place out because you won’t be disappointed!!

Food: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Nice restaurant in the middle of Oak Park. After searching cafes on yelp, me and my friend went to this small cafe. Relatively new area for me. My order is as shown in the pictures One shaved cream mango Muffin (bomb cherries) Shaved cream was so good on a hot (100° F) day. It tastes good. The order taker also suggested that they’ve got fresh mangoes today so we should totally try mango flavor. No regrets, one of the best shaved ice cream I ever had. Muffin was good. Perfectly baked. Nice texture, good taste, enough liquid cream so that it didn’t felt dry. Overall recommended piece. Other food options are also available along with 4-5 more flavors of shaved ice cream 🍨.

Absolutely DELICIOUS! I was sad when I finished eating because my avocado toast was so good. The salad and fruit that came with it was incredible! Everything is fresh and proportioned perfectly. Will be my new "go-to" for avocado toast! Service is friendly and warm. Great place for a meeting, to study, or just sit and relax.

Delicious pour overs. Wonderful lates. Nice medium roast drip coffee, not super dark and over roasted. The avocado sandwich is amazing as is the lox bagel. Nice owner and staff. Very nice to have this coffee shop in Oak Park. 10/10

I wasn't sure what to expect, and I was very pleasantly surprised at how good everything is! The staff are so friendly and the Lox Avocado Toast is really amazing. The music is pretty mellow, which is exactly what I was hoping for. Such a relaxing oasis in the middle of Oak Park. I highly recommend you visit! The food menu is fairly limited, but what they have is A+.

Wonderful shaved ice infused in various flavors with beautiful presentation and spacious and bright ambiance. They're so good I can get kids to do anything just to go there....

Great coffee and atmosphere. Met the owners the first time I went in and they are super nice. I got a macchiato and a blueberry artisan pop-tart thing and both were really good

Really enjoyed the avocado toast. Sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine and the service was good.

Cafe Sapienta is truly a hidden gem! I absolutely love their Korean shaved ice offerings, and the drinks are quite decent too. I've tried both the strawberry and original flavors, and the freshness and lightness of each impressed me. The interior of the cafe is super cute. For anyone in the Ventura area, I highly recommend visiting this cafe. The Korean shaved ice is a delightful treat, and the overall experience at Cafe Sapienta is something not to be missed. It's a great find with a combination of delicious offerings that make it a standout in the area.

Absolutely love it here! So delicious and service was great. The interior was so beautiful and the vibe was very cozy. Recommend for studying or catching up with friends!

I Love the food and the Ambiance. Great place to hangout with family and friends. Excellent customer service. The place is nice and clean. A Hidden Gem in Oak park!

Stopped here after a wedding ceremony to get our quick caffeine fix and it was exactly what we needed! After some recommendations from Anthony (thanks so much for your friendly service!), I decided to go with the Iced Latte (vanilla and lavender syrup) and it was super tasty! The ambience is very nice to study and have a chat too. They played jazz music and there were lots of seating options!

The absolute definition of a hidden gem. Great ambiance, friendly service, food is all better than it needs to be. Fruit bowl was divine, ripest berries I've had in memory, savory taiyaki was delicious, tea unique and tasty. They have Korean shaved ice! Which I have tried yet but my son and friends have and they loved it. Another patron was there begging the owner to sell her his salad dressing, by the jar. Just a great sign of attention to detail and great quality.

Had to try out this gem! Rsvp d for the Yelp elite event. We had a good time, finally met Jara, and thanks for the awesome Yelp bento box and stickers. We ordered the Mango Snow Creme, Grilled Cheese with bacon and tomato, and a Creme Cheese and Chive Taiyaki. Atmosphere: Buzzing with business, delicious food delivered to patrons, CLEAN, super friendly, nice background music at a tolerable volume, relaxing environment all and all. Enjoyable to sit and chat or read book. Mango Snow Creme -crazy delicious, it was a perfect blend of cream and mango! The shaved ice is so thin it melts right away, I enjoyed not getting brain freeze for a change. So refreshing I wanna go back and try the rest of their flavors! Grilled Cheese - Really delicious cheese with a tomato and who doesn't love bacon!? Grilled cheese hit the spot! Taiyaki- cream cheese and chives, was delicious like a stuffed pancake flavor. Please be careful the cream cheese is hot and will burn your mouth. I would definitely go back again, this was an event so some items were free, but I will be back for more, We truly enjoyed our experience at Sapientia! Thank you for the invite! We will be back and I recommend this place not just for the snow creme, because all of the food I saw being brought out looked pretty delicious as well! Cya soon

I love this cafe. I never tasted ice cream like this before. It was very unique and extremely good. The Avocado Toast was amazing, full of flora or with a little kick (horseradish). The Taiyaki was wonderful as well. Stuffed with cream cheese and chives and full of flavor. It was pretty busy so service was a little slow but well worth the wait. Everyone was friendly and took their time helping me place my order as I had never had this kind of food before. Tables inside and out were comfortable and accommodating for adults and children. A large menu selection assures something wonderful for everyone. Wonderful food and service will have me coming back for more.

Stopped by to grab a coffee and this place did not disappoint! I typically drink sugary coffee and I really enjoyed the Sapienna (I got mine iced). It has a little bit of sweetness to it, not too much, and the cheese cream that topped the drink added a nice salty touch. You can even combine different flavors of syrup in your drink, which is a great way to customize your drink. Our barista, Anthony, was super friendly, explained the menu well, and gave great recommendations. In addition, there are several small tables in indoors for you to enjoy your coffee or food and one large table that could be great for a larger group. The ambiance is very chill inside! This looks like a great place to do some work or just relax. The record player and several records that you can sift through are a cool touch as well.

Hidden GEM!! I don't even know where to begin with them. Food: 10/10! Our favorite is the lox sandwich on sesame bagel. Delicious Coffees, teas, hot chocolate: 10/10 When you can drink the coffee black, you KNOW it's good! Service: 10/10 Customer service is always on point with friendly attentiveness and genuine warmth. Atmosphere: 10/10 It's such a relaxed community vibe here, just lovely. Makes me so proud to give a family run business the business instead of a soulless corporation. Know what I mean? Come here, try everything!

My boss' boss invited me out to coffee here. I think it's one of her go-to spots around Thousand Oaks. We met up here on a Wednesday afternoon around 3 pm. There was ample parking since it's in a plaza. The inside wasn't crowded or busy but a large family came in later on. The high ceilings made it a bit loud and echo-y (if you're planning on doing some work here) but it wasn't too bad. The inside is cute, kind of like a rustic modern barn style. I'm not much of a coffee drinker so I decided to get an iced chai latte. I also ordered the ham and cheese taiyaki. I wanted to try the Korean shaved ice but I wasn't craving anything too sweet (the chai latte was enough for me) but would definitely come back to try it sometime. My boss got a latte and avocado toast, both looked yummy. The taiyaki was hot and slightly flaky. The ham and cheese were delicious. A great savory snack! The iced chai latte was yummy and refreshing, you can't really go wrong with it. Everything was very reasonably priced. I would definitely come again since it's so close to work and I want to try the bingsu!

Food in this place gets a 5/5 from me !! Probably one of the best coffee's I've ever had. And I love how you can see them brew the espresso and go through the whole process of making the perfect drink. I love bagels and this everything bagel with creen cheese was the absolute best one I've ever had. Service was fast but the workers aren't the most talkative. It's a very cute casual vibe but also great if you're looking to just get a quick bite and leave!

Best cafe in the Conejo Valley! My go to is the cold brew, avocado toast, and strawberry bingsu. The coffee here is so good and rich. Never bitter. The bingsu is a good treat anytime but especially during the hot summer months. It's just the right amount of sweet. Service is friendly and sometimes a little slow. Good things are worth waiting for though. It's got a cozy vibe and offers indoor and outdoor seating. Often filled with small groups enjoying a beverage and chatting.

Everything and I mean everything is yummy. Love the coffee, Sunset fizz is so refreshing. My son loves the Honest Orange, but it's a close second to the Oreo snow crème. For a light snack the cream cheese taiyaki is soooo yummy. Need a little more to eat, my family loves the grilled cheese, tuna sandwich or avocado toast, it's hard to choose just one. Closed on Tuesday, but it's a great place to stop for coffee or other drink, a snack or bite to eat. The staff is all helpful and friendly, sit inside and relax or enjoy the outdoor patio.

I had the Korean shaved ice, the original. It was soooo good. It did not make my tummy feel heavy. It was nice and light and not too sweet. We drove there from Pismo on our way back home to Riverside. The ice looked like coconut shavings. I definitely recommend you try it. It also looks very aesthetically pleasing. Everyone that saw the pictures I posted were curious to what it was. The service was ok they seemed really quiet and not super friendly that's why I gave it 4 stars. If I'm ever driving by that area I'm definitely stopping and trying a different flavor.

Came back again for some tasty shaved ice (Bingsoo), and it didn't disappoint! The ice is shaved so fine, it's like snow. It is not the same as those you would get in the paper cones with syrup added. It's very fluffy and light. Simply delicious! I tried the Original Snow Creme which wasn't overly sweet, but just right. If you like red bean, this one is for you. It also has small bits of Mochi to add a little more sweetness. We also had the Mango and Strawberry Snow Creme which were delicious. I have tried all the other snow cremes and you can't go wrong with any of them. Staff is always friendly, place is always clean and very roomy inside with lots of tables. They also have an outside patio to sit at and enjoy the sun while having your dessert, coffee, or food. Come check this place out if your in the area. Happy Nom Nom!

Cute little coffee shop with amazing coffee and our favorite Avocado toast. I like coming here to treat my daughters.

Fantastic coffee and food! Great atmosphere too. Great place to go and do work or study.

Cute place with a lovely ambiance. Ordered the honest orange and it was beyond delicious. It is so refreshing and I highly recommend it!

First time here and it exceeded my expectations. My husband thought we were coming to get shaved ice but he was shocked when it was shaved milk flakes - similar to an Italian icee he described it. Each bite was delicate and flavorful with it melting on your palate. The red bean and mochi were hidden treasures buried in the milky mix. Not too sweet and enough to share for two people. This is perfect on a hot day or after an activity in the sun. Everyone around us ordered sandwiches and coffee so we'll be back to try that next. The location is spacious - outdoor and indoor seated with ample parking spaces.

Incredible food and coffee! The only downside for me is they allow anyone to bring their huge dogs indoors which doesn't feel safe or sanitary. Just to stand in line with my toddler we had to be 3 feet away from multiple large dogs, including a pitbull that was straining on its leash toward my child ("Dont worry, he's friendly!"). I don't think I will bring my kids back here because it was too unnerving. I thought I could order online but the website is under construction so I'm not sure what the options are if you're allergic or afraid of large dogs.

High quality coffee with talented baristas. The vibe is very chill, relaxed and welcoming. Good place to chat with friends/family or work remotely for the day. Food options are unique with taiyaki and bingsu. They have bagels, pastries and avocado toast too. A welcome addition to the area which lacks solid coffee.

I am Korean and this is legit Korean dessert! Perfectly placed red beans with the mochi balls! We are to the area cannot believe I found this hidden gem, best coffee shop in town too best beans and machines !! My husband is a coffee snob and approves of this place. I lived in the city where I had access to lots of diverse foods and so happy to find this shop here in oak park. Next visit I am so trying their sandwiches! You have a regular customer in my family now sapientia!! We love supporting local small businesses. Once you have coffee here it will be hard to enjoy Starbucks tbh.

A very nice cafe that's not run of the mill. Most notable are Asian snacks like taiyaki (red bean, ham and cheese, cream cheese are available) and bingsu (aka snow creme). This is basically like a very fine shaved ice milk. It's not straight ice- it's milky shaved ice. That's my best description! We tried a an original bingsu, which had mochi and red bean. It was fun to try these dishes. They also have avocado toast and sandwiches. The coffees and teas look great as well. They have many interesting syrup flavors. Their hours are a little weird in that they don't open till 9am. Personally, I like coffee first thing in the morning, so I'll probably never get coffee here because of their opening time. Service is fairly quick but not especially warm.

Love the ice cream here! My girlfriend and I come all the way from the valley to here just for that! Super chill coffee shop to hang out at or get work done.

I came here again today to try the grilled cheese and it was phenomenal. It was super cheesy and perfectly made! I can't wait to get it again.

Unveiling the sweet secrets of Cafe Sapientia's enchanting bingsu! During my recent visit to Cafe Sapientia in Oak Park, I had the privilege of attending a Yelp event as a plus one for Angela Celo. Having been to multiple Yelp events before, this one held a special place in my heart as it introduced me to the delightful world of bingsu. The staff at Cafe Sapientia went above and beyond to ensure exceptional service throughout my visit, leaving a lasting impression. One dish that stole the spotlight was their Taiyaki, a hot and soft fish-shaped croissant treat filled with Ham and Cheese. It was a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors that left me wanting more. But the star of the show was their Coffee Snow Creme, a heavenly creation that transported me to a world of indulgence. This bingsu masterpiece featured a full-bodied espresso-based snow creme base, studded with bits of lotus cookies and chocolate chips. Each spoonful was a symphony of textures and flavors, a perfect harmony of richness and sweetness. The ambiance of Cafe Sapientia was cozy and welcoming, offering a variety of seating arrangements, from classic tables and chairs to comfy sofa chairs. Their attention to detail was evident, with a well-stocked to-go station and a water station for convenience. However, I must mention that the restroom didn't meet my expectations. It seemed neglected, with tissues on the floor and overall cleanliness issues. While this was a letdown amidst an otherwise amazing experience, I believe it's important for the establishment to address this and maintain the same level of intentionality throughout. Despite this, the value offered at Cafe Sapientia was exceptional. Comfortable tables, a wide menu selection, and helpful service added to the overall satisfaction. Additional Information: Cafe Sapientia is dedicated to providing the highest quality single-origin-based coffee, specialty teas, and Korean shaved ice. Their passion for their craft is evident in every sip and bite, making it a must-visit spot in Oak Park. Don't just read about it; experience the enchanting flavors of Cafe Sapientia's bingsu for yourself. Indulge in their delightful Taiyaki and Coffee Snow Creme, and embrace the warm atmosphere that awaits you.

Place is cute and cozy. Food was awesome! Fresh & tasty Customer service was also really good.

Lovely locally owned and family owned cafe. Love the fish taiyaki waffle with cream cheese and chives. Perfectly warmed and toasted crunch sweet and salty to our liking. Cinnamon roll was heavenly as well warmed with just the right amount of fluffy, sweet, and savory. Absolutely delicious. Our oat milk vanilla latte half sweetened was pure bliss as well. Appreciated the outdoor seating and view of green mountains, hills, and orange flower super blooms. Beautiful and lovely place to be. Hope to try the shaved ice next time. Thank you for all.

True gem of a restaurant! Plenty of welcoming and comfortable inside seating. Some outside tables too. Best avocado toast in town accompanied by the freshest fruit and salad that's is drizzled with a magical sweet citrusy dressing. Seriously, the best. Any coffee or tea you try is just so well prepared and tasty, whether hot or cold you can't go wrong. All flavors of their taiyaki are amazing! Think croissant's shaped like a fish. I've had the Nutella and red bean and like them both equally. The owner is so friendly and really cares about your experience. Please be sure to support this local business so they stay here a long time. Worth the drive.

This cafe is absolutely charming. The atmosphere within the cafe is warm and welcoming, the folks working there are so accommodating. The food is without exception, delicious. Their tuna is so tasty as is the avocado toast. My hubby recently had the veggie panini and truth be told, it was sooo good. He offered a bite to me and I was so tempted to gobble up the whole thing. Our grandkids enjoyed the Oreo shaved ice, I gotta say, it's huge and refreshing. Additionally, the family who owns this little cafe is committed to making sure your time there is above and beyond your expectations. So yes, this is my nomination for the best of the best in Ventura County. #ThankyouThursday

Serves great coffee using great beans from Coava Coffee Roasters, my favorite of the roasteries we visited in Portland, Oregon. So fortunate we can now get our Coava Coffee in little Oak Park, just around the corner from home. Ambience is laidback and family-friendly with both indoor and outdoor seating. Quickly becoming my go-to place to read a book or do some busy work while drinking what might be the best coffee available in Conejo Valley. Skip the drive thru line at Starbucks and the concoction they try to pass off as "coffee", and drink real coffee at Cafe Sapientia.

Their sapientia drink is so delicious with their homemade cream. I wish they just sold the avo toast on its own (no salad/fruit) and with an option of cheese. Still need to try other things!

Cafe Sapientia is my new favorite coffee shop in the Conejo Valley. Everything there is delicious and fresh. I love their sandwiches, especially the grilled cheese with bacon, the avocado toast with prosciutto, and the lox bagel. They also have the best tuna sandwich I've ever had. The bread is soft and crispy, the ingredients are high quality, and the portions are generous. The coffee is amazing too. They use single origin beans and brew them with care. They have a variety of options, from espresso to cold brew to pour over. They also have specialty teas and Korean shaved ice for a refreshing treat. I highly recommend Cafe Sapientia to anyone who loves good coffee and food. It's a weekly stop for me and my family. Thank you Cafe Sapientia for making my day better!

I've been holding onto this review for a while, but I'm just not in this neck of the woods often. I still remember the mango snow creme ($12.50). It was good, with fluffy soft ice, sweet & smooth mango puree, topped with diced ripe mango. The messy drizzle of the puree adds a certain charm to the presentation. My friends enjoyed their coffee. We sat around and chatted, soaking up the aesthetic vibes.

And after 2 years, I am most happy to say that this very under-hyped, under appreciated spot is still the same, and I write that with the utmost joy and respect for the team in Sapienta. A hundred stars!! I got double espresso shots and it came out with a sparkling water sidecar on a cute wooden tray. On. A. Wooden. Tray. Even Four Seasons, Ojai Valley Inn or Ritz don't do this full service espresso situation. What a great start of morning. Quick history lesson, the sparkling sidecar was around for ages but wildly made popular during 3rd wave coffee. It's meant to refresh your palette (you know food, toothpaste, birria tacos, garlic bread, hot cheetos etc) than to cleanse it. Coffee bean heads would say that if you have a great tasting coffee you wouldn't need a chaser, and I agree. So now that that's out of the way. I am just super impressed by the level of unwavering thought, detail AND consistency of this spot throughout the years and they really deserve more local love and spotlight. Please support them. :) The Taiyaki is GREAT, options of both sweet and savory. I ofc had to get both. The nutella my little human devoured and the cream cheese and chives were for me and that is delish. It's not your usual waffle/pancake batter they use for the taiyaki it was more flakey and light, perfect for the cold cali weather we have right now. The Bingsu (or bingsoo) was so nice and light and magical and way different than snowcreams because it wasn't clumps of ice. It was literally fresh snow with some sweet cream. My fave os the traditional mochi with azuki beans, the daughter loves the chocolate oreo and the husband likes the mango one The Avocado toast is will be more than enough for a quick bite, and like I said in the review in the past, I love the subtle nod to Asian roots, the pickled vegetables on it and red pepper flakes take it up a notch So if you're ever in the area def give them a go. Pinky Promise you won't regret.

Everything has been delicious! My go to is their dirty chai latte but also enjoy their maple, rose and pumpkin latte. The food tastes very fresh, like they use local fresh produce. I absolutely love their tomato soup. Wish they were closer to me but I still make my way there.

By far the best coffe in town :) the food is good, the place can use a bit newer furniture, over all we love this place

I've been here once in the past, a long time ago, when shaved ice was the signature on the menu. Nowadays the place is much more of a coffee joint, which is right up my alley. The ambience is bright, minimal, and clean inside. There's a selection of classical and 50s pop vinyl, and a do-it-yourself record player to boot. I was happy to see they use Coava beans! The breve latte I ordered was delicious. This is definitely the best coffee I've had in the area of Thousand Oaks by a long a shot. Bathrooms are clean and parking is easy. Lots of young families and studying students and friends catching up.

Amazing bingsoo and a calm friendly environment. Support asian owned businesses!!! Best one is strawberry ngl i cant stop getting it

Really cute coffee shop nested in Oak Park! The staff were super friendly and very efficient. The couple before me didn't hear their order being called, so the guy who prepared their order even walked it to their table, which I thought was nice of him (seeing as it's a coffee shop, not a restaurant!). I just got an Oat milk latte, but it was delicious. Just what I needed to start my morning. I really like that they have simple syrup on the side so that you can add it into your own coffee if you'd like. Tons of seating indoors and outdoors, seems like it'd be a nice place to work/study from for a few hours. I'll definitely be back to try their shaved ice too!

Great cafe items in great ambiance with some unique and special ways. My wife got Lavender Latte and myself regular latte; avocado toast comes with side green and fruit salad and chicken pesto panni for main course; and Sapientia's special Creme for dessert to share (enough for four people) - pretty much ice cream meets shaked ice, omg!

Just enjoyed the most delicious, light, fluffy, milky bingsu. My first! It was perfection, and the owner's obvious care in making it beautiful made every bite even more special. So. Darn. Good.

I absolutely love this place. It has great coffee & treats. It's an excellent place to read and to study.

My favorite place to study in the morning & afternoon. Great ambiance & energy about it. Perfect noise level to concentrate, read a book, or connect with friends.

super cute and trendy cafe; feels like the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee or snack while doing some work. the cafe is roomy, with plenty of tables and modern decor and cute art pieces that make it very inviting. prices are fair, and they even serve bingsoo! ordered the matcha snow creme (bingsoo), and the texture was so fun. not as fluffy as some other places, but it came out quickly, and there was sweet red bean and mochi layered throughout. the matcha flavor was not that strong until the bottom of the bowl, but this would be so refreshing on a hot summer day! the sapienna coffee came out to $5.50 after modifications ($0.25 for iced, $0.50 for oat milk), and the price is reasonable, even though i don't really understand why they charged for icing the drink. it came with a thick layer of cream cheese foam topped with chocolate shavings, all with a sippable lid, and i really enjoyed that the coffee wasn't too sweet, even after all the cheese foam had been mixed in. definitely a great find in the area!

Good food Good coffee Good staff Good location Good options Good avo toast Good lattes

Whoa! Can't tell you how excited I am that there's a legit coffee shop in this area :) I got the Sapienna drink, which is similar to a latte with sea salt foam and chocolate shavings. Super good and light, I chugged that thing so fast. Plenty of outdoor and indoor seating as well! Also Wi-Fi :) Can't wait to come back and try their other drinks!

Food was delicious but service was super slow. It took at least thirty minutes to get each food item. Three people working the front and it seemed like only one person working in the back. Management needs to either train people to be able to run front and back or staff more people. The people waiting in line behind me to place their order left because of the long wait. Staff was very nice and apologetic for the long wait but unfortunately the store's management failed them.

The coffee and croissants are great. Service can be a bit slow but it's not too bad either. Very cute interiors and cozy atmosphere.