Crema's Take
“HINAR's floral-adorned cakes and vibrant matcha drinks are Instagram-worthy enough to justify the premium prices, though the pastries themselves deserve the hype better than the inconsistent coffee menu does. The airy, meticulously designed space draws crowds looking for an unhurried afternoon—think leisurely dessert dates rather than quick caffeine fixes—and the staff's attention to detail matches the aesthetic polish of the place. If you're in Gaslamp Quarter hunting for a beautiful spot to linger over something sweet and matcha-forward, this is worth the detour.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →The cakes are decorated with a simple carnation flowers , which is why you pay a high price, but the flavors aren't good enough. There's no variety of drinks, and the ones they do have aren't tasty enough to make you want to come back for another, the matcha 🍵 And I'm a matcha…
What a very clean and esthetically pleasing café! My mom and I found it very charming with a chill vibe and atmosphere. The staff members were pleasant and professional. You can notice that they take pride in their work and uniform appearance. The main area where you order was…
We came here by the Gaslamp location of Hinar Dessert Bar and Cafe after dinner, and I can see why this place is so popular! It’s such a cool, cozy spot to hang out, and I was surprised by how spacious the seating is. I think "Hinar" means pomegranate, which fits perfectly…
Came across this place while visiting San Diego and it was amazing! Ambience was great and the greenest matcha i’ve ever had from a cafe! The cake with the flower was incredibly creamy, soft, and not too sweet. It was perfect, in my opinion.
Popular dessert destination and I can tell why! They have a variety of delicious pastries and flavorfull drinks. I do recommend sharing some of them. The larger pastries such as the cheesecakes and sweeter items such as the banana krokan are easily shareable. If you are going…
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