Crema's Take
“Ariel's Cafe stands out for its obsessive attention to house-made syrups—think lavender, vanilla, and chai that taste like they belong in a specialty pastry shop, not a coffee chain. The owner Ariel has created a genuinely warm community space with generous seating and private rooms where you'll feel like a regular on your first visit, backed up by breakfast burritos that justify lingering over your latte. This is a Black woman-owned neighborhood gem in Aurora that nails both the coffee craft and the human connection.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Love this coffee shop. I tried their latte with house made lavender syrup and immediately fell in love with my drink. Staff are super friendly and they have lots of seating and private rooms, great for meetings.
We ordered a chai and vanilla latte which were both delicious! Syrups are all made in house and the breakfast burritos were really good. We met the owner Ariel who was so kind and also made sure we liked our drinks. Highly recommend visiting this beautiful cafe! It’s very…
So happy to see a BLACK WOMAN & FAMILY owned cafe in the Montbello area. The customer service was amazing. It didn’t feel like customer employee relation, it felt like I was having a good conversation with a friend the ladies at the counter were so cool and kind. I love how they…
If you are looking for that rare combination of a cozy atmosphere and top-tier culinary execution, Ariel’s Cafe is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance strikes the perfect balance between modern chic and neighborhood warmth. Beyond the menu, Ariel’s Cafe is…
I had a sugar-free vanilla latte definitely worth it. Definitely a great spot. Super friendly staff Will be back soon
Ariel’s is open now! Awesome owner and staff, and a great atmosphere. My wife and I got vanilla oat milk lattes (her syrups are house made!)— delicious. The community space is really coming along, we will definitely be back :)
Crema Reviews
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