Basilur Tea And Coffe - Buena Park

Charming tea house with a diverse menu. We stopped by for lunch and savored the eggs Benedict, as well as the ham and cheese croissant.

I finally got around to visiting one of my favorite dessert spots. I absolutely love their soufflé pancakes and ube waffles. However, during this visit, the waffle was crispy and overcooked, making it tough to chew instead of having that perfect soft inside with a slightly crispy exterior. On a positive note, I tried the ube latte for the first time and found it to be quite enjoyable. Many ube lattes I've had in the past have struggled to capture the true ube flavor and often taste overly strong. This one from Basilur was promising, but since it was my first time trying it, I can't speak to its consistency like I can with the waffles. As always, the soufflé pancakes were delightful during every visit.

I also loved the decor of the place; the books and cozy dark blue accents contrasted beautifully with the aesthetic white tables and chairs, creating a lovely atmosphere. The tea was equally impressive—an English breakfast tea that was both sweet and robust. However, the pricing is what holds this place back a bit. Eleven dollars for two regular soufflé pancakes feels a bit steep; I’d expect it to be around seven to eight dollars. It would make more sense if they allowed for price increases with additional toppings or variations, like a custard upgrade. But the pricing structure here is a bit different, which is a letdown. Because of this, I would only return if I was really craving it. Nevertheless, it’s definitely a great place to try at least once! I highly recommend checking it out!

The food was great and the service was fast. I was looking for the Tiramisu Souffle pancake, but they didn't. We have the Banana Souffle pancakes and Strawberry Souffle pancakes. I was surprised with the souffle pancakes, they were so soft and fluffy. The pudding or cream she put on her was not too sweet, it was just right. The Matcha Strawberry tea was also good.

Great Eggs Benedict. I love that the muffin is slightly sweet but not too much. The soufflé was great too. The matcha bitterness is not too overwhelmed by the sweetness.