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Welcome to Chismosa Cafe

Chismosa Cafe, a cozy coffee roastery with a New Mexican cuisine twist, located in Covina, CA, is a trendy, Latinx-owned gem offering a variety of amenities. With a menu filled with delicious dishes like chilaquiles, birria sandwiches, and chorizo burritos, guests can enjoy flavorful meals made with care. The vibrant atmosphere, friendly staff, and unique offerings like Nopales Tacos and Pozole Dumplings make this cafe a must-visit. Perfect for catching up with friends over a cup of coffee or enjoying a tasty brunch, Chismosa Cafe is a delightful culinary experience worth revisiting.

LOCATIONS
  • Chismosa Cafe
    132 E College St Covina, CA 91723
    132 E College St Covina, CA 91723 Hotline: (626) 339-5700

Welcome to Chismosa Cafe, a cozy coffee roastery and New Mexican cuisine gem located in Covina, CA. This Latinx-owned and veteran-owned cafe offers a unique dining experience with a trendy, hipster vibe. From vegan options to wheelchair accessibility, Chismosa Cafe caters to a diverse range of preferences and needs.

As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I had the pleasure of sampling some of the delicious offerings at Chismosa Cafe. The menu boasts an array of mouthwatering dishes like chilaquiles, breakfast burritos, churro waffles, birria sandwiches, and more. Each dish is made with love and care, showcasing authentic flavors that hit home.

Customer reviews rave about the amazing customer service and delightful food at Chismosa Cafe. The vibrant atmosphere, adorned with greenery and vibrant colors, sets the perfect backdrop for a casual meal or catch-up session with friends and family. The cafe's midcentury Palm Springs feeling adds to its charm and appeal.

  • Specialty coffees like Cafe de Olla and TaroChata lattes
  • Mouthwatering dishes like West Cochina Burrito and Nopales Taco
  • Friendly staff and welcoming ambiance
  • Unique dishes like Pozole Dumplings and Chorizo Burrito

Overall, Chismosa Cafe is a must-visit brunch spot in Covina, offering a delightful culinary experience that exceeds expectations. Whether you're sipping on a cafecito or indulging in a plate of chilaquiles, Chismosa Cafe promises a memorable dining adventure.

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Olivia R.
Olivia R.

3.5/5, I enjoyed the little cafe vibes and the overall premise of a "chismosa cafe". The coffee was yummy! I did enjoy that. Their service was quick and it was not packed at all which was so nice because it's a very small place. I had their chilaquiles which were good and my fiancé had the breakfast burrito which was just okay. I wish there was a little more salsa or sauce to the burrito but other than that it was good. The tres leches waffle was very good!

Julia F.
Julia F.

Amazing customer service and delicious food! We went for the fixed brunch menu, and all of it was delicious. My sister loved the Nopales Taco, and I loved the Pozole Dumplings. You can tell the food was made with love and care! We can't wait to go back!

Veronica L M.
Veronica L M.

My family and I loved the churro waffle and definitely going back. I wish they closed late i go from San Bernardino.

Magui S.
Magui S.

Excellent customer service.. great atmosphere flavors hit home !! Best of all catching up with the chisme with my fam

Jilette C.
Jilette C.

Great spot for brunch! Chismosa cafe has indoor and outdoor seating, you place your order inside and they bring the food to your seat. It's a small place, but always bustling with people. I came here for a birthday brunch with my mom and we split two different meals. The birria sandwich was so good; the bread was flavorful, the meat was juicy, everything was great! I'd definitely recommend, although my only disclaimer is that despite the juiciness of the meat, the sandwich as a whole can seem a bit dry if you take a while to eat it (which i did). The salad itself was pretty standard, but the chicken in it was delicious. It's well seasoned with a flavor of its own, and I really appreciate that detail in a plate as simple as a salad. I've come here various times for their drinks and can say with complete honesty that I haven't had a bad drink from here, so try them all!

Trung N.
Trung N.

The name rings true ~ a cafe for chismosas. The vibe is fun - lots of greenery and vibrant colors worthy for a photo op. It's the kind of place you'd meet up with a girlfriend for a quick and casual meal. Fittingly, I found myself here with my sister. We shared the following: -chorizo burrito ($11): chorizo, eggs, papas, cheese -red chilaquiles ($13): fresh tortilla chips, eggs, frijoles, salsa, cotija, onion, crema The chorizo burrito was very tasty especially with the salsa they give you (red, green - both are excellent). While I don't love potatoes of any kind in my breakfast burritos, I somehow didn't mind them here. They were seasoned and didn't take up a ton of real estate the in the burrito. The chilaquiles were equally as good. They scramble the eggs on their chilaquiles which is a fresh take on the usual over easy situation. It made for egg distribution that much easier. Food is excellent, but drinks are even better. Did I mention there's no upcharge for oat milk? The drinks alone are worth a visit.

Michelle P.
Michelle P.

Just had the most delightful experience at the café! The food was not only delicious but served with a side of friendliness that made my first visit truly memorable. It exceeded all my expectations, and I can't wait to come back for more culinary delights. #FriendlyCafe #DeliciousFood #CantWaitToVisitAgain

Jason M.
Jason M.

A local favorite to attend. Great food, good selection, service is a little questionable at times, but assuming that's the ambiance they are going for. Very mid-century Palm Springs feeling to the cafe. Definitely recommend you use Yelp to check-in prior to arriving, as there is little to no waiting space in or outside and you'll need to use their iPad to check-in on Yelp anyway. Overall, a thumbs up, we will definitely be back again!

Melisa A.
Melisa A.

Love this little brunch spot in old town (or downtown?) Covina. The food here is on point and have they have a really great selection of specialty coffees. Highly recommend the Cafe de Olla or the Taro-Chata lattes. I've been here a few times my favorite thing I've ever ordered was the West Cochina Burrito (5/5!). You also cannot go wrong with any of the waffles. This spot is also dog friendly! We brought our lil corgi and sat on the patio and the server was super kind and brought out a bowl of water for him. That's always a plus in my book. If you're looking for a brunch spot, or even just a spot for coffee, Chismosa Cafe is it!

David A.
David A.

Super cute cafe with friendly staff. Judging by the name, you are encouraged to come gossip while you sip on your cafecito and enjoy breakfast. My meal started out right with an iced cafe de olla latte. The taro-chata and vanilla vice lattes sounds delectable and are next on my list! Chismosa's chilaquiles are served either roja and verde and come with beans, salsa, cotija cheese, onion and crema in a generous portion and both tasted real sweet to my tastebuds. I couldn't quite pin down what ingredient made it taste like candy, but this isn't a complaint. The West Cochina burrito with pork belly, bacon, eggs, potatoes and salda verde is sizeable, and was not as sweet as the chilaquiles. Public street parking, lot parking, or garage parking real close to this cafe. You check in to the restaurant with an iPad out front, and the wait was shorter than estimated.