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𑣲elyse ໒꒰ྀིᵔ ᵕ ᵔ ꒱ྀི১ | socal foodie ₊˚⊹ᰔ

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auria coffee 🍵🎀 Ი⑅𐑼 (･ ༝ ･) another café that made the matcha lover in me so so happy 🥹🍵 if you’re always looking for cafés that actually know how to make a good matcha, i think auria is definitely worth checking out. you can really tell they use quality matcha because every drink tastes rich and earthy instead of giving that artificial flavored powder vibe. 🍪 cream top biscoff matcha (oat milk) this was my absolute favorite!! 🤍 what i loved the most was how you could taste the biscoff in every single sip instead of it only sitting in the cream on top. i also got mine with oat milk, and i was so happy that it didn’t overpower the matcha at all. everything was balanced so well and i honestly didn’t want it to end. 🥥 coconut matcha cloud this is one of their newer drinks! it wasn’t my personal favorite, but i can totally see why so many people would love it. the coconut makes it really refreshing while still letting the matcha shine through. my friend actually liked this one the most 🫰🏻if you’re trying to switch things up from your usual matcha order, i’d definitely recommend giving it a chance! ☕ hojicha latte the staff actually suggested trying the tiramisu latte because they thought i’d like it, and i’m so glad i trusted them. they said it might be on the sweeter side, but for me it had the perfect balance of sweetness and coffee bitterness. if you’re a coffee lover, i really think you’d enjoy this one <3!! 🥐 ham & cheese croissant the croissant was sooo flaky and you could tell it was made with really good quality 🥹 my only little note is that i wished there was just a bit more ham and cheese to match the amount of bread, but it was still really yummy and definitely filling. 🧇 mini croffle sampler THIS. my favorite thing we ordered by far!!!! every single croffle had its own flavor and they were all so good that i genuinely couldn’t pick just one favorite. everything was so flavorful and fun to try. if you’re visiting, pleaseee don’t skip this because it’s 10000% worth it. 💌: thank you for having me! @auriacoffee | 5254 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90621 taken in Buena Park, California by @elytastetests
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3 months ago
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rnt coffee˚₊‧꒰ 𖦹🍵☕️ ⭑ soft opening: 6/15 (be the first to try it out!) what I got: - matcha einspanner - green grape matcha tonic - macsil (green plum) ade - salt bread 🍵: the space itself is sooo pretty 🫰🏻everything feels super clean, cozy, and minimal in a way that makes you wanna sit down with a drink and accidentally stay for 3 hours. the warm wood tones, soft seating, and overall vibe felt really calming!! the matcha einspanner was probably my favorite. the matcha flavor was rich without being too bitter and the cream on top made it extra smooth and velvety. i also really liked the green grape matcha tonic because it was refreshing, slightly fizzy, and honestly way more unique than i expected 🍇💚 the macsil green plum ade was super interesting too. if you get it, i’d actually recommend letting the ice melt a little first because the flavor starts out pretty strong! after sitting for a bit, everything balances out really nicely and becomes super refreshing I also tried the salt bread and it was warm, soft, and buttery with a nice texture. for me personally, it was a little saltier than what i’m used to, but i can definitely see why people would enjoy it because it pairs really well with the drinks and wasn’t anything too crazy ALSOOO i watched someone order an affogato espresso and i’ve been jealous ever since 😭 i didn’t get to try it this time and now it’s literally at the top of my list for my next visit ;) between the drinks, the atmosphere, and me still thinking about an affogato i never even ordered, i already know i’ll be back as soon as they open ٩(^ᗜ^ )و ´- 💌 thank you for having me! @rntcoffee | 315 N Euclid St, Fullerton, CA 92832 #rntcoffee #rntcoffeeopening #fullertoncafe taken in Fullerton, California by @elytastetests
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4 months ago
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☆⋆｡alien doner halal turkish & mediterranean grill𖦹°‧★🛸 everything we tried felt super hearty and packed with flavor ❤️ we got a few different plates with their doner, and the meat was definitely my favorite part. it had those crispy little edges while still being juicy and tender inside, and the seasoning was sooo good on its own. paired with the fluffy rice, fresh salad, and sauces, every bite had a different flavor depending on what you mixed together !! also really liked how generous the portions were. everything came out looking like a full meal, so this would honestly be such a good spot to come with friends and order a few things to share. the inside is simple but really cute, with the red accents and alien-themed artwork giving it a personality of its own 👽❤️ it definitely feels more fun and casual than your typical mediterranean spot 🫰🏻 💌 thank you for inviting me! alien doner | 560 W 19th St C, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 🏷️: #aliendoner #costamesafood #costamesaeats #ocfoodie #ocfood orangecountyfood orangecountyeats halalfood halalfoodie halaleats turkishfood mediterraneanfood doner donerkebab kebab socalfoodie socaleats foodreels foodie foodstagram taken in Costa Mesa, California by @elytastetests
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2 months ago
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🌵🤠en cultura bbq 🌮 this is one of those places that’s perfect for hanging out with friends. i actually wish i came here at night because they have sooo much seating outside, and i can already tell the vibes would be even better 🥙!! <3 we tried the prime brisket taco, smoked chicken taco, bbq chicken taco, california brisket burrito, and the smoked wagyu birria bowl. my favorite was definitely the california brisket burrito!! it was huge, packed with smoky brisket, and honestly super filling. the smoked wagyu birria bowl was another standout too. the meat was so tender and flavorful, and everything together was really comforting 🫰🏻 the tacos were all really good, but i think the prime brisket one was my favorite. you could really taste the smokiness, and it paired so well with the fresh toppings and salsas. overall YUM @enculturabbq | 440 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805 🏷️: #anaheimfood #anaheimeats #ocfood #ocfoodie #orangecountyfood bbq bbqlovers brisket birria tacos californiaburrito foodreels foodie foodrecommendations eatoc ocrestaurants supportlocal foodstagram anaheimrestaurants socalfood taken in Anaheim, California by @elytastetests
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2 months ago
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(\_/) ( ._.) />🍕 mr moto pizza ‎𐂐◯𓇋 this place has such a chill neighborhood pizza shop vibe! the first thing i noticed was how BIG the slices were. they’re super filling and the crust had that perfect balance where it was crispy on the outside but still soft and chewy inside. i tried a couple different slices and honestly couldn’t pick a favorite because they all had their own thing going on. if you’re someone who loves foldable new york-style pizza, you’ll probably be obsessed <33 we also had the spag, which was super comforting 🥹🥹 it honestly gave me homemade comfort food vibes and paired so well with the pizza. LOVE THE MEATBALLS if you’re in costa mesa and craving pizza, this is definitely one i’d keep on my list for casual lunch dates, or late night cravings!! 💌 thank you for having me and my bestie @that1asiandudebruh @mrmotopizza | 259 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 🏷️: #mrmotopizza #costamesa #costamesaeats #orangecounty #ocfood ocfoodie ocfoodies orangecountyeats pizza pizzalover newyorkstylepizza stuffedknots ocrestaurants foodreels foodreview californiaeats foodstagram eeeeeats supportlocal foodlover taken in Costa Mesa, California by @elytastetests
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3 months ago
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🌯⋆˚ new york chicken & gyro ༘ 𓅰 if you’re spending the day in santa monica and want something that’s actually filling without spending a fortune, this place is such a good find. the portions are seriously huge, everything is halal, and it came out fresh and packed with flavor. my favorite was definitely the mix gyro wrap 🫶🏻 i loved getting both the chicken and lamb together because it gave every bite a little more variety. the meat was juicy, the pita stayed soft the whole time, and the white sauce made everything even better. i can already tell this is what i’d order again next time ;) the chicken platter was another standout!! i honestly didn’t expect it to be that big; it came loaded with rice, fresh veggies, and so much chicken that it could easily be shared. i also liked that you could mix everything together, so every bite had a little bit of everything. don’t skip the sauces either!! the white sauce is a must, but i ended up really liking the green sauce too. it adds a nice kick without being too spicy, and i found myself switching between both the entire meal. i also thought the inside was super cute 🦈 the colorful murals and bright orange seating made the place feel fun and different from your typical gyro spot <3!! it’s definitely one of those places that’s worth stopping by if you’re already exploring the area. 💌 thank you for having us! @nyc_gyro | 324 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 🏷️: #newyorkchickenandgyro #santamonica #santamonicafood #santamonicaeats #lafoodie lafood losangelesfood ocfoodie halalfood halaleats halalfoodie gyro gyrowrap chickengyro foodreels foodreview foodstagram eeeeeats eatwithme foodrecommendations hiddengems supportlocal californiafood reelsofinstagram fyp explorepage viralfood placestoeatinla larestaurants socalfoodie taken in Venice, California by @elytastetests
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3 months ago
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ʚ⋆.˚🍽️ sign smash burger 🍔⋆.˚ɞ this place is actually SO good. i feel like i’ve been missing out this whole time. the smash burgers had the crispiest edges ever and i loved how every bite had that little crunch before getting into the juicy patty. i don’t usually finish burgers that fast but this one disappeared without me even realizing !! they did not hold back on the toppings at all for the loaded fries. every forkful had cheese, beef, jalapeños, and sauce, so it never felt like you were digging for the good parts. also, i was honestly surprised when i saw the prices. they’re around what you’d pay at a regular fast food spot, except the quality is on a completely diff level. it really felt like one of those hidden gems that you’ll randomly crave at 11 pm (they close midnight) another thing i loved is that the angus is halal, which made me even more excited to recommend it. safe to say all of us left saying we’d be back. if you’re in orange and you’ve been debating whether to try this place… this is literally your sign 🤍🍔 💌: thank you for having me! @signsmashdburger | 1643 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868 🏷️: #signsmashburger #orangecountyfood #orangecounty #ocfoodie #ocfood orangeca smashburger burgerlover burgerreels halalfood halalburger loadedfries foodtokmademe foodreels foodreview foodie foodstagram eeeeeats ocrestaurants socalfoodie hiddengems supportlocal californiafood reelinfood eatwithme fyp explorepage viralfood ocfoodspots foodrecommendations taken in Orange, California by @elytastetests
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3 months ago
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⚽︎˚northern cafe ༘ ೀ⋆｡˚ 🥟🥢: if you’re coming with family or friends, this is honestly the perfect place because everything comes in such generous portions. we ordered a bunch of different dishes to share and still ended up with leftovers LOL! they also have World Cup screenings going on right now with TVs showing the games, plus a special game day menu and drink specials, so it’s a fun spot to hang out if you’re watching with friends ⚽˗ˏˋ ✸ ˎˊ˗🙌🏻 my biggest surprise of the day was definitely the dry fried string beans 🫶🏻 i KNOW that’s such a random favorite, but omg they were sooo flavorful. i’m not even someone who normally orders string beans, but these were seriously addicting. the seasoning lowkey reminded me of pancit canton from the philippines, except it felt like the healthier version since it’s literally vegetables!! i kept going back for more and would’ve been happy eating a whole plate by myself. i also really liked the beef roll pancake!! it had a nice crispy outside with tender beef rolled inside, and the combination was just super satisfying. definitely one of those dishes i’d order every time i come back. we tried both the wonton soup and the wontons in spicy sauce, and i genuinely loved both. the soup was really comforting, while the spicy version had just enough heat without taking away from the filling. they told us the prime beef noodle golden soup was their bestseller, but surprisingly i actually preferred the house special beef noodle soup. the broth tasted richer to me and i found myself reaching for that bowl more ;) both noodle soups are HUGE though, so they’re definitely made to share. the juicy pork soup dumplings were packed with broth, and we finished everything off with the steamed custard buns, which were the perfect sweet ending. the orange chicken was good too, but compared to everything else we ordered, it wasn’t the standout for me. my server was so patient, answered all our questions, and gave us recommendations when we couldn’t decide what to order. it made the whole experience feel super welcoming 🥹 💌 thank you for the invite! @northerncafe.official | 11468 South St, Cerritos, CA 90703 taken in Cerritos, California by @elytastetests
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4 months ago
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ੈ cazuelas taqueria ✩‧₊˚ 🌮 what we ordered: - bistek ranchero taco - chile verde taco - chicken tinga taco - chicharrón en salsa roja taco - al pastor taco - carne asada protein fries - horchata 🌮🌮: this place needs to be on ur list 😭!! my friend kept saying the food reminded him of home comfort food the entire time we were eating, and honestly i can see why. everything tasted super authentic, flavorful, and like it was made with a lot of care instead of being rushed out one thing i really appreciated was how friendly the staff was 🥹 they took the time to explain what was inside the different tacos since some of the options were completely new to me. i tried a few guisado tacos for the first time and it was honestly such a fun experience getting to try flavors i don’t usually see at other taco spots the chile verde ended up being one of my favorites because the meat was super tender and packed with flavor. the bistek ranchero was also really good, especially if you like a more savory taco with lots of meat in every bite if you’re a spice lover, DEFINITELY get the chicharrón en salsa roja 🌶️😭 that one was a little too spicy for me personally, but i know some of y’all are built different and would absolutely love it LOL my favorite was actually the al pastor!! 🍍 the pineapple added the perfect sweetness and balanced everything out so well (there's actually pineapple bits in it!). i kept going back to that one over and over we also got the carne asada protein fries and omg… the portion was HUGE. like genuinely enough to share with multiple people !!!?! they did not hold back on the meat at all and honestly that’s probably my biggest takeaway from this place: you really get your money’s worth. every taco was loaded, the portions were generous, and they were not stingy with the meat whatsoever ‧₊˚ 🇲🇽🌮🌶️ ‧₊ 💌 thank you for the invite! @cazuelastaqueria | 105 W Imperial Hwy Ste A, Brea, CA 92821 🏷️: #breaeats #breaca #ocfoodie #lafoodie #orange county foodie taco tuesday everyday mexican food tacos alp astor food review support local foodie finds hidden gems cali foodie explore page taken in Brea, California by @elytastetests
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4 months ago
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𓍯𓂃𓏧soulmate coffee ☕️ what i ordered: - soulmate matcha + banana cold foam (oat milk) - vanilla matcha + vanilla cold foam - matcha croissant 🥐: the first thing i noticed was that there was already a line when i got there at 9am !! which lowkey told me everything i needed to know. anytime people are willing to wait that early, my expectations immediately go up LMFAOOO the soulmate matcha was really good. i was lowkey scared the banana would overpower everything but it actually blended really well with the matcha & made it taste extra creamy without being super heavy. if you like banana milk vibes, you’ll probably love this one!! the vanilla matcha was definitely the safer option but sooo good. the vanilla cold foam added just enough sweetness to balance out the earthy matcha flavor, and it was super easy to drink 🍵🫰🏻 NOW THE CROISSANTTTT. the croissant was insanely flaky with a generous amount of matcha coating on top, and every bite had that buttery matcha combo that somehow never gets old. definitely the star of the visit for me ★ ★ ★ what i also liked was how the whole place felt super laid back. nothing felt overly flashy or forced. just good drinks, good pastries, and people genuinely enjoying their coffee break which honestly made the experience feel even better :’) @soulmatecoffeela | 9840 Flower St, Bellflower, CA 90706 helping tags: #bellflowereats #bellflowerca #562foodie #ocfoodie #lafoodie matchalover matchaaddict matchacroissant cafehopping coffeeshopfinds soulmatecoffee foodie foodreview supportlocal explorepage taken in Bellflower, California by @elytastetests
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4 months ago
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minari express >⩊<.ᐟ 🍱🥢: today was honestly suchhhh a fun experience because I got invited to a lil brunch at minari express near UCLA & got to meet other foodie creators which instantly made the whole day feel extra special <33 the concept here is actually SO fun because it’s basically grab-and-go korean comfort food where u can pick out different banchan, kimbap, snacks, drinks, little sides, etc etc & build your own perfect meal. walking through the store genuinely made me wanna buy the entire fridge section because everything looked sooo colorful & fresh 💚❤️💛 my favorite part was how easy it was to share everything with friends instead of ordering one huge dish for yourself!! the soy braised eggs were ADDICTINGGGG, the kimbap tasted super fresh, & the stir-fried pork had such a good spicy savory flavor without being too heavy ALSO the vibes were adorableeee like the bright green tables, korean drinks lined up in the fridge, little snack packets all over… everything felt playful in the cutest way possible :’) it reminded me of those convenience store food runs in korea but with a more modern lil brunch feel I also appreciated how affordable everything was because most of the dishes were around the same price range which made mixing & matching super easy without feeling guilty for grabbing “just one more thing” every two minutes LOL genuinely one of those spots where u leave feeling full, happy, & already planning what you’d come back for next time LOVEEEE #minariexpress 💌 thank you for having me! $ | @minariexpress | 10912 Lindbrook Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90024 taken in Los Angeles, California by @elytastetests
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5 months ago
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⋆ ˚｡⋆bopomofo cafe ⋆ ˚｡⋆୨୧˚ what I got: - matcha latte ($7.50) - taiwanese fried chicken sandwich ($15.00) 🍔🐰: there's something about BOPOMOFOS matcha that hits differently & I find myself wanting it at the most random times like I'll literally wake up thinking about it; even my friends say the same thing so I know it's not just me!! I'm not sure if it's the grade of matcha they use or what but it's genuinely perfect & I'm lowkey addicted :3 pairing it with their sandwich though?? that's a combo you need to experience because WOW the sandwich had this unexpected sweetness that somehow worked incredibly well & I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed them together!! the flavors balanced each other out in such a satisfying way & now whenever I think of one I automatically want the other 🥹🥹🫰🏻 the place tends to fill up pretty quick whenever I stop by which totally makes sense given how delicious everything is!! but it's completely worth any wait! I'm literally sitting here wishing I had one in front of me right now because the craving is real you're doing yourself a disservice if you haven't checked them out yet 😏😏 💵$-$$ | @bopomofocafe | 11632 South St Suite 105, Artesia, CA 90701 taken in Artesia by @elytastetests
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9 months ago
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