Lorenzjay C.
Yelp
I will start this off by saying, I guess there is a reason for surprises. Walking up to the cafe, I couldn't tell what to expect (especially since you can't really see inside from the outside), but I put aside my judgement and stepped inside. That's when I was surprised to see what was waiting for me within.
This cozy latin cafe, filled with charming decor and warm smells, provide a wonderful menu to compliment the vibe. Kiro was an amazing help to us and was super kind. Shoutout to the staff there for being awesome this morning.
There was a whole assortment of things try (trust me, I wish I could try them all, maybe with time) but I picked out a few things that stood out to me.
For food, we tried the Pandebono, Bunuelos, Chai Cinnamon Roll, Cheese Empanada, and Garlic Shrimp Empanada. The pastries are a MUST. The Pandebono and Bunuelos were cheesy and tasty, the right bite to complement the coffee we ordered. The Chai Cinnamon Roll was subtly sweet and fluffy, a sort of thing to make you smile. The empanadas? Savory and filling.
For drinks, we ordered the "My Horchata" Mocktail, the Dalgona Matcha Mocktail, and a decaf cappuccino. The My Horchata was delightful and homey, while the Dalgona Matcha was earthen, sweet, and uniquely salty. You may be thinking, "why did you order a simple cappuccino?" Well, they roast in house! We just had to try it. Their roast was warm, and not too dark like other coffee we have tried.
This hidden gem is located in Chinatown, and it is easy to miss if you don't look close enough. But please, visit this cafe and try as much as you can. Take it easy! (haha)