For where thou art, there is the world itself, with every several pleasure in the world including a good coffee. Without further ado, let us begin this new review.
Highlight Coffee (est 2015) is a tiny corner coffee shop nestled in central Glendale. Owned and operated by Mr. Frank Kim. He has another shop in Pasadena. This coffee shop location is at an historic hotel building across the Civic center on Broadway.
Cafe’s indoor atmosphere was quite relaxing with a few seats and long wooden bar tables; good background music. They sell some pastries and donuts as well as coffee bags and merch. Menu items were modest and has the basic and specialty drinks.
I arrived on a hot midafternoon and was genuinely greeted with warmth by a male barista with cool tattoos. I ordered a Cold Brew (16oz) x milk. It was very smooth, aromatic and refreshing. And barista gave a Spinach Cheese Croissant ostensibly as giveaway since they’re closing soon. I acquiesce on his kindness.
Staff was nice and competent. Prices were quite affordable and highly competitive. Quality was awesome. Street metered parking only.
Overall, I enjoyed my cold coffee drink and service. I highly recommend this nice...
Read moreHighlight Coffee in Glendale is a hidden gem for coffee enthusiasts. The moment you step inside, you're greeted by the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and warm, inviting atmosphere. The baristas are knowledgeable and passionate, offering an impressive selection of single-origin that are expertly brewed to highlight their unique flavors.
I particularly loved their pour-over options, which allowed me to savor the intricate tasting notes of the beans. The cozy seating arrangements make it a perfect for both relaxing with a book or catching up with friends. Don't miss their baked goods either; the muffins are delightfully moist and pair perfectly with a cup of coffee.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, Highlight Coffee is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to enjoy excellent coffee and a welcoming environment. It's a place where every sip feels like a little...
Read moreI recently checked out Highlight Coffee and had a great experience. The raspberry pistachio Danish was amazing, a combo I'd never tried before, and it only cost $5. Their espresso was smooth and made from really good beans. They have some cool flavors like butterscotch and orange vanilla, but they don’t go overboard with sweet stuff.
The place has limited seating, making it a nice spot for a date or a business meeting, and it’s also a good environment for studying or work. The staff was super helpful and answered all my questions.
They have a bunch of other fancy pastries like Miso Butterscotch Cookie, triple threat chocolate chunk cookie, pain au chocolat, white miso kouign-amann, banana bread, and coffee cake donut. They also have savory options like spinach and cheese croissant and kimchi spam musubi croissant. I can’t wait to try more of their...
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