I bought the tahini granola bowl for the second time after having tried it when a friend of mine got it for me. But when I came in this time excited to try it again, it seemed like the skinny guy who was preparing it didn’t have enough yogurt or didn’t want to open another yogurt container because I could hear the continuous scraping the bottom of the yogurt container. Then when I got it I realized it was the same container but really badly put together. It looked like a mess inside, not the really nicely prepared one I got the first time. For $14 a granola bowl should weigh more than 5 ounces total weight for this dish & look nicely done (I’m a cook so I bring my small scale for pop up events & I weighed this order). My order was a rip-off, and worst of all was the dudes attitude . He gives it to me in a cardboard to-go container (as requested) but with no utensils or bag.
When I requested it, he gave a sigh and a gasp as if my request was a problem. The whole experience left me with a bad taste in my mouth.
I also own a restaurant in Long Beach, I know how hard the food & beverage business is and I love to support small business. But the service I received & the value for the...
Read moreWhenever I move to a new neighborhood, the first thing I look for is that one cafe to make my daily run to. I drink coffee religiously and come to this shop almost every single day -- even on weekends. To me, aside from having to have good enough coffee, a good cafe really needs to have awesome baristas. I look forward to visiting all of the baristas that work here every time I go (shoutout Jose + Laura and still collecting names). They help me start my work day in a big, positive way. If you're looking for a spot to make part of your routine, this is the one. Even if you just need a quick coffee fix, pick this place!
Bonus features: Really awesome plant and goodies shop that bring a neat vibrancy to the atmosphere. I've bought cards, candles, and knick-knacks on more than one occasion Dogs come here all the time! I'm particularly in love with a beagle that comes frequently with its owner. If I see them I say it's a lucky day :') Right next to a really mouth-wateringly good breakfast spot. They let you order coffee to bring in from Javista (which is worth it because Javista has espresso...
Read moreNew to the neighborhood, Javista has quickly become my go-to spot for a quick, health-conscious caffeine fix. Their espresso tonic is a standout—refreshing and thoughtfully crafted.
Espresso, rich in polyphenols, has been shown to help induce autophagy—the body’s natural process of cellular cleanup and renewal. Tonic water, which contains quinine, has a history of anti-inflammatory use and may offer mild relief from inflammation-related discomforts.
If you’re looking for a hit of caffeine without compromising your health, this is an excellent choice....
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