Marina Cafe — Restaurant in Seal Beach

If this place gets a 4.5 rating it must not be from their drinks. Me and my wife ordered two drinks and costs $15. The avocado smoothie I had was made from powder rather than real avocado and it tasted like some kind of chemical powder mixed drink. I could barely taste any sweetness. And the color was off, it was lighter than what a real avocado smoothie would look like and taste like. After one taste, I was done with it. I asked them for an exchange for a boba milk tea which they reluctantly agreed to. And I thought the boba milk tea should be better. But I was so wrong. It tasted even worse. No tea flavor at all and it was way too water down. I don’t like my drinks too sweet but their boba milk tea was not even sweeten. Maybe just a hint of sweetness came from the boba. I tossed it after two sips and decided I had to write this review.

My wife had the SunshineDelight well that drink was no delight at all. You can totally tell it’s straight from an instant powder bag into a cup of ice...

Amazing gluten free crepes! We were visiting earlier this year and stopped in looking for gluten free dinner. They do have gluten free crepes but need a half hour notice, and we were there too late in the day. We were back 3 months later and made sure to get there early to get crepes. The owner remembered us from 3 months prior and the crepe was SO GOOD! My daughter and I both have celiac, and she is far more sensitive than me, and neither of us got sick. She also loves popping Boba and they have a huge selection. The coconut milk tea is the perfect drink for a walk on the beach with a belly full of crepe! We will be back in California this year and are saving room for crepes!

Update: We were back again this week for vacation and had the gluten free crepes again. Same friendly service, same delicious food, and still didn't get sick! We...

Today I visited this small spot and was absolutely blown away by the experience! From the moment I walked in, the cozy and welcoming atmosphere made me feel right at home. The staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, helping me choose the perfect drink from their extensive menu.

The boba itself was phenomenal – perfectly chewy and fresh. I opted for the classic milk tea with tapioca pearls, and it was hands down the best I've ever had. The balance of flavors was spot on, and you could tell that they use high-quality ingredients.

Overall, they exceeded all my expectations. The quality of their drinks, the friendly service, and the inviting atmosphere make it a must-visit for any boba lover. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending it to all my friends. Five stars...