Taste by Spellbound II

One of the most unfortunate drinks of all coffee shops sadly. Paid 6$ for the “matcha from a bag mix” which price wise was fine, but just tasted more water than anything. Couldn’t find any info on their coffee shop/bakery menu on their website which was annoying but I thought I’d give a try anyway. I’m regretting it, but I really wanted to like the place. The staff felt disconnected and didn’t really feel welcome there. Maybe I caught them on a bad day?

I realize I'm in the minority reviewing with fewer stars but this was my limited experience. As a disclaimer, I do want to mention I only tried 1 item from the menu to gauge this place which may not be an accurate representation of the entire menu. I did give 2 starts because the service was great, the lady who was at the desserts counter was very nice, friendly and helpful. The desserts did look very pretty. What I did order was a matcha and unfortunately that totally turned me off to the place. I make matcha at home, Ive had it at many cafes, I'd say I'm pretty well versed in matcha but I'm not really a snob about it. However, for a cafe that charges nearly $6 (7 with tip), you need to be providing a premium product. You dont need to use ceremonial grade like some shops do, you should be at least using a decent product. The matcha used in this latte was the lowest grade culinary matcha you could find, the kind you bake and cook with because by japanese standards, it is too poor quality to be made into tea. Ceremonial grade matcha or even a mid grade is usually vibrant green, this stale culinary grade matcha was swampy and sludgey and this murky green. Even Starbucks uses a premium matcha, which is delicious. This gives me the impression that they are the type of business that charges premium while trying to get away with using the cheapest product they can find. Maybe their coffee is good because they use silk city and I like their coffee, I could not order one though because even though its on the menu, they didn't have any decaf beans. Below is a picture of their latte, and then the next picture is an example of what a high grade matcha latte would look like.

This location has a setting that inspires peace. I sat and had a latte with a pumpkin coffee cake and It was so relaxing that I disconnected from everything. The service was excellent, and their desserts are amazing.

This place is an absolute gem! The coffee is rich, smooth, and perfectly brewed every time, and the cup cakes are out of this world—fresh, yummy, and full of flavor. You can really taste the quality and care that goes into everything they make. The atmosphere is warm , beautiful and welcoming, perfect for catching up with friends, getting some work done, or just relaxing with a cup of coffee. The staff is incredibly friendly, attentive, and always willing to recommend something new to try. Highly recommend to anyone who loves great coffee, delicious baked goods, and genuine hospitality! The Ambience is so great.! Perfect for Dates.!

Really enjoyed this spot! The decor and seating areas are so cute but more importantly, the treats and coffee are excellent. We had a brownie and a cupcake and they were so tasty. The cold brew was also delish and I’m picky when it comes to coffee, but this was perfect. I’ll definitely be back!