I have tried to go to this place several times but it is never open. I finally found it open. I ordered a ham and cheese crepe to go. The woman said âthat will take ten minutes.â I said that was fine. She walked away and started making it. I stood there holding my credit card. Finally she told me âitâs ready.â I looked down at the computer and realized she meant that was ready and wanted me to scan my card. So I did. When my food was ready she asked if it was for here or to go which I answered AGAIN. When I got home, I had raw spinach thrown inside a crepe with no ham or cheese. Gross! She did not even take the order from the next people in line until after she was finished making mine. So itâs not like she mixed up two orders. I just donât understand how it is that difficult to get one crepe right if that is the only thing you are working on! The ultimate example of not caring about...
   Read moreI like the espresso at Cafe Balzac - it's smooth and rich, just like me. When I got a double shot and walked into UCLA Health for my appointment, the security guy and receptionist both remarked on how good the espresso smelled. I've gotten it many times since, as it's a nice treat in the afternoon - in taste and of course energy.
Cafe Balzac has a wide variety of coffee drinks - from hot to iced, traditional to those with unique flavors. And they also have crepes in many choices, along with a pastry selection. And some bougie water choices as well, such as Aqua Panna and Fiji at reasonable prices. They're on the cool side of the building, next to the watch shop near where the old Macy's used to be. Give them a try for delicious and uplifting refreshments.
P.S: The Cafe is named after Honore' de Balzac, a French writer from the 1800's who loved coffee and advanced...
   Read moreI workout right below here and if you have seen my other reviews you know I love trying new coffee spots.
This spot is amazing! The coffee is Moroccan based with phenomenal flavor and spices.
The lady running the cafe is so pleasant! She was willing to let me try different coffees before I made a decision.
The pastries were so good, I couldnât believe how good the coffee cake and cheese danish were. Also I got a pumpkin spice latte & dipped my coffee cake into thatđ€€
If youâre in the Bloc area stop by Cafe Balzac you will...
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